|  Nepal
is the ultimate for the trekking enthusiast –
offering a myriad of possibilities from the short and
easy to the demanding challenges of the snowy peaks.
Easy, moderate or rigorous – there is something
for every palate. Nepal has aptly been called “
A Trekker's Paradise”
as her terrain – mountains, hills and
the Tarai – offers some of the most spectacular
trekking routes in the world.
The immense contrasts in altitudes and climates found
here support an equally spectacular mix of lifestyles,
vegetation and wildlife. Trekking in Nepal is as much
a cultural experience as a Himalayan adventure. In the
shadows and foothills of the icy pinnacles of the Himalaya,
one passes picturesque charming villages inhabited,
by diverse ethnic groups. Treks vary from expeditions,
high altitude treks to simple easy paced walks.
General Information:
Put simply, a trek is an extended
walking holiday, suitable for anyone with a spirit of
adventure. Most days begin with a stunning Himalayan
sunrise, when the crew serves you a piping hot cup of
tea and provides you with a warm bowl of washing water.
After a heartily cooked breakfast , you generally walk
for two to four hours. You need only to set a leisurely
pace, allowing plenty of time to absorb the beauty of
the surrounding countryside, its peoples and the magnificent
mountain backdrop. You are encouraged to take your time,
stop for photographs and explore local villages. There
is never any pressure to keep up. Remember, your treks
is fully portered, so you only need to carry a day pack
with a water bottle, camera, pullover and anything you
think you may need during the day. On our higher altitude
treks, rest and exploration days are built in to ensure
proper acclimatization.
Your Crew
Additional guides, or Sherpa, accompany
you on your trek. They pitch and break camp for you,
give directions as they walk with you during the day,
and generally ensure you have a relaxing and enjoyable
holiday. You travel with the security of having professional
back-up on hand. Yaks, ponies or porters from the local
region shoulder the main load, so you do not have to
do the hard work. You appreciate their help when all
you have to carry is your day pack with water, camera
and any essentials you might need during the day.Your
cooks, whether in lodges or on camping treks, are amazing
with strict attention to hygienic foods. All food is
prepared on kerosene.
Camping Trek : Over
the years, we have pioneered many new routes, away from
the well-trodden trails, even on easy, low altitude treks.
By traveling as part of self-contained unit, complete
with food and quality camping equipment, you are able
to follow more interesting, cleaner trails. You can visit
quite villages and pass through terraced rice paddies,
magnificent forests and beyond, to pristine glacial valleys
rarely visited by other trekkers. It also gives us greater
scope to select spectacular camp sites for you. Your trek
allows an ideal blend of interaction with the local villagers
and off-the beaten-track experiences.
Tea House Trek :Lodges
are a feature of the popular classic trails in the Himalayas.
With twin-share rooms and beds with foam mattresses, lodges
make a comfortable alternative to the traditional tented
treks. You enjoy plenty of interaction with local villagers
and your host families in the lodges. A variety of healthy
and interesting dishes are prepared by your hosts and
trekking crew. Supplies are brought from the town to supplement
the limited local produce.
WHEN TO GO
The beauty of trekking is that is always
possible to find a destination to suit the times when
you can take your holiday. Different mountain ranges
have different seasons,s and our aim is to trek when
condition are favorable. Please refer to our trekking
packages index, choose a trek that fits in with when
you can – as long as conditions are normal for
that time, you can be sure that the trekking will be
rewarding.
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