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Nepal is a federal democratic republic country that sits at the roof of the world, stretching 500 miles from east to west and 150 miles from north to south. Within these borders can be found 8 of the world's 10 highest mountains and undoubtedly the world's best trekking areas. Closed to foreigners until 1949, Nepal has long been the ultimate destination for mountaineers and trekkers from all over the world. In addition, Nepal is a country of highly diverse and rich geography, culture, and religions. The mountainous north has eight of the world's ten highest mountains, including the highest, Mount Everest. The fertile and humid south is heavily urbanized. By some measures, Hinduism is practiced by a greater majority of people in Nepal than in any other nation. Buddhism, though a minority faith in the country, is linked historically with Nepal as the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama, who as the Buddha Gautama gave birth to the Buddhist tradition..

  • Frequently ask questions (FAQ)

  • Is trekking for me?
    If you are reasonably fit and enjoy walking you will find a trek in the brochure to suit you. Normally the shorter treks tend to be easier whilst the longer ones often require a better standard of fitness. All treks in the brochure have been graded. It is also worth remembering if we are tailoring your tour, you can choose the pace and direction of your experience. Half of February to First week of June: From the half of February until the first part of June temperatures are relatively warm, 10° to 15° warmer than in the fall. Mornings are bright and clear with the air slowly becoming hazier as the day progresses. The rhododendron forests in springtime are spectacular, with color displays that are "Himalayan" in beauty. June is warm and green with many fewer people - the sense of solitude is much greater than other seasons.September to half of December: September to early December is an ideal time for the best mountain views. The days are typically sunny and clear with moderate temperatures and the evenings are usually quite cold.

  • Note: July to August is the Monsoon period in Nepal. However, it is possible to do trekking in rain shadow area like Mustang, Rara, Dolpo, Annapurna circuit, Lantang valley, Jomsom Trek, Everest base camp and Gokyo valley respectively.

    What is teahouse trek?
    Teahouse trek: The lodges available along the trekking trails managed by the local people are called teahouses. Hence, arranging trek in pursuit of enjoying the local food and lodging in those lodges prepared by the local people is called teahouse trek. Along the popular trekking destinations such as Everest, Annapurna and Lang tang, we could find a lot of teahouses where we can enjoy food prepared by the local people and stay overnight. In teahouse trek, we require no camping gear. We simply take cameras, medical kits, and other things of a personal nature. A guide and a porter or two accompany you while on teahouse trek. Teahouse trek is comparatively cheaper than camping trek.

  • What is tented camp trek?
    Tented camp trek: Arrangement of trek using camping gears such as foodstuff, tents, sleeping bags, medical kits and other relevant stuff which are carried by our porters and animals throughout the trek is called camping trek. In camping trek, we would be sleeping in the camps arranged by our porters and enjoy the food prepared by our cook. A guide, some porters (the number of porters differs with the size of trekkers), a cook and his helpers and some animals will accompany you while on camping trek. Camping trek is comparatively expensive than the teahouse trek.

  • Can I obtain my visa upon arrival in Nepal?
    Yes, you can obtain your entry visa upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu. Besides, you can also obtain your visa at a consulate in your home country. In either case, you need to submit 2 (two) passport size photograph and the visa fee till the date, USD 30 is charged as visa fee for up to 60 days at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA).

  • What should be the criteria of physical fitness to trekking in Nepal?
    There are no specific criteria of physical fitness to trek in Nepal. If you feel that you can walk normally along the trekking trails in the Mountain region, one can easily trek in Nepal. It would be advantageous for you if you have past experience of trekking in any region of the world. If you do not have past experiences of trekking, you could just start walking in the trails prior to a month of arranging trek in Nepal. Each day offer new challenges. Some hills in Nepal are long and steep as well and majority of the trekking destinations are located in high altitude. There is high chance of altitude sickness. Therefore, you need to have basic idea of altitude sickness. If you lack the idea of altitude sickness, we would give an orientation class of altitude sickness and its solution prior to commence the trek. There is no age-bar for trekking in any destination of Nepal.

  • I haven’t done trek before, can I do trekking in the Mountain?
    Definitely, you can do adventure trekking in the Mountain, even if you haven’t done trekked before, to start trekking, you could just start walking in the trails prior to a month of arranging trek in Nepal. Just accumulate positive attitude. We are here to help you to make your trip in Nepal a grand success. Our trained guide will assist and guide you in all aspects while on trek.

  • How can I trek?
    There are two basic types of accommodation in trekking; Teahouse and Camping. All the treks are lead by our professional guides, who all are well trained and licensed by the Government.

  • Does the food / water safe to eat / drink?
    Hygiene when trekking generally has improved considerably over the last ten years; our guides have the local knowledge to choose the lodges which maintain a high standard of hygiene. All meals are prepared to high standards, fruit and vegetables are soaked in iodine before preparation. Most lodges serve boiled and filtered water, which is generally safe, we suggest a drop of iodine to be totally sure. And as well as it is possible to buy of bottled.

  • What kinds of meal do we get in treahouse trek?
    While on trek you can expect to sample a variety of local foods including such items as Tibetan fried bread, soups, momos (steamed dumplings), daal bhat (lentils and rice), tarkari (steamed,fried, or curried vegetables), potatoes (prepared in dozens of ways), pastas and even a version of pizza. Meats are rarely eaten although you may have canned tuna or sardines and the occasional yak stew. Breakfasts typically consist of eggs (prepared in many ways), hot porridge, muesli, toast, peanut butter and honey. Hot tea is served at every meal. Although food is looked upon as "fuel" rather than a "culinary art", your cook will occasionally surprise you with such delights as banana fritters and apple crisps! You may want to bring your a few of your favorite trail snacks.

  • What is our daily routine while in trekking?
    We wake-up call at 7 am an early morning. After a breakfast, we repack our duffel bag and leave it with our Sherpas.We are normally on the trail before 8 a.m. Trek at your own pace; all you need carry is a daypack and camera. Sherpa guides hike along to point out interesting flora, fauna and sights. Along the trail are spots to relax, purchase a snack or soda, use toilet facilities and shop for souvenirs. We will have lunch about 11:30 am to 12 :30 am. A typical day's hike usually ends in the early afternoon. Time to read or nap before dinner. After dinner there is time to play cards, stargaze and reflect on all the wondrous moments of your day. What about water - are they available at each teahouse? I know we supposed to bring iodine tablets.Regarding about the water, we get mineral water, boiled water or filter water during the trekking. If you are going to bring iodine tablets, it would be great.ecessary to take Malaria prevention medicine unless you will be visiting a Jungle Lodge.

  • Is there electricity during the trekking?
    Most of the areas like Annapurna, Everest, Langtang, Dhaulagiri, Mustang and Manaslu, we get electricity.

  • Is there any communication while we are on trekking?
    There are telephones in many villages along the popular trekking routes from which you can make international calls.

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  • What type of insurance should I have? Can I get there?
    Travel insurance is compulsory for all Clients undertaking any tour. It should provide adequate protection for the full duration of the tour to cover personal injury, medical expenses, repatriation expenses, helicopter evacuation, loss of luggage, etc.
    If you wish to arrange your travel insurance from our Company; we will arrange travel insurance for you.

  • What type of insurance should I have? Can I get there?
    Travel insurance is compulsory for all Clients undertaking any tour. It should provide adequate protection for the full duration of the tour to cover personal injury, medical expenses, repatriation expenses, helicopter evacuation, loss of luggage, etc.
    If you wish to arrange your travel insurance from our Company; we will arrange travel insurance for you.

    What happens if there is an emergency?
    All of our guides are trained in basic first aid and can deal with the basic ailments that may occur on trek. In the event of an emergency Khumbu Treks will cover initial expenses of any rescue operation. It is a condition of booking that you are adequately insured for such an event as these expenses will need to be recovered from your insurance company. In the more frequented regions there are health posts, which have been established by foreign doctors and many are staffed by overseas personnel. Khumbu Treksis associated members of The Himalayan Rescue Association.

    Are the Khumbu Treks's staffs insured?
    Our company insures all our trekking staff, including guide, cook, sherpa and porters are insured. Please, click here (We take pride in the fact that every single porter and guide employed by us is not only well paid but also protected by a life insurance policy. They are provided with warm clothing and proper shelter on all high altitude treks. All our treks benefit the village economics by using local services (manpower, produce, lodges and other services). We ensure that all our staff is well paid, insured and properly equipped).

    Could you give us some information about the guide?
    All of our guides are highly skilled professionals who have been selected based on their technical proficiency, proven safety records, careful judgment, patient and supportive teaching styles and great personalities. Our guides are trained by the Nepal Mountaineering Association, the Ministry of Tourism and at the High Altitude Medical Training Center. Our guides are very experienced in dealing with the effects of higher altitudes and since they are natives of Nepal, they easily acclimatize and therefore can better care for their clients. They are equipped with necessary medical supplies and can assist you with basic first aid treatment.

  • What kinds of banking facilities in Nepal?
    Nepal has modern banking facilities and some international banks even have offices in Kathmandu. Almost all foreign currencies along with credit cards such as American Express, Visa, and Master card are accepted in Nepal. Nepal has also ATM facilities as well.

    How safe traveling alone women with your company?
    We ensure all safety and security for individual woman traveller while with us, we are more confidence for this issues, believe us. We have train our guides, the way our clients want. We give you personal room on lodge trek and personal tent for camping (tented camp) trek.

    What happens if I need to leave the trip early?
    Communication is sometimes difficult in the mountains. However our guides and local staff will make the necessary efforts to obtain the necessary transportation and reservations to get you home as quickly as possible if for any reason you need to depart early.

  • If I arrive early or depart late? Can you arrange extra night lodging?
    We are happy to make arrangements such as personalized tours, extra hotels rooms, airport pick ups and arrange for private rooms. Please indicate that you would like a private room on your application and we will contact you with information on single room supplement costs.

    Is someone going to meet me at the airport? Are transfers included?
    Yes, our Airport Representative will come to the airport to pick you up. We will be displaying a play card of Khumbu Treks company with your name on it. Airport transfer is included.

    How much spending money should I bring?
    This will depend on the destination and you're spending habits. However our trip dossiers will give you an idea of how to budget for additional meals, optional excursions, and extra expenses you might incur on any specific trip.

    What if I arrive early or depart late? Can you arrange extra night lodging? Is there a single room option?
    We are happy to make arrangements such as personalized tours, extra hotels rooms, airport pick ups and arrange for private rooms. Please indicate that you would like a private room on your application and we will contact you with information on single room supplement costs.

    Can I bring some food from home?
    You may bring power bars, Power Gel, cereal bars or similar high energy foods, powder Gatorade is also recommended to fight dehydration.

    Is it necessary to take precautions against Malaria?
    It is not necessary to take Malaria prevention medicine.