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Just to the north of Kathmandu in the beautiful Langtang valley, lies Yala Peak , this 5732 meters peak is easier and does not require advance mountaineering experience. Start trek by driving to Dhunche and further to Syabru Bensi from Kathmandu , then trek up the valley for four days. Explore Langshisa glacier and acclimatize, high camp will be at the height of 4800 meters from where summit bid starts. After an alpine start, summit to the peak before afternoon, there is amazing views of Tibet and across to Shisapangma (the only 8000 meters peak situated wholly in Tibet ).
Langtang is a narrow Valley that lies just south of the main Himalayan range of snowy peaks to the south. Langtang Lirung (7246m) dominates the Valley of the north. Gang Chhenpo (6388m) and Naya Kang (5848m) lie to the south and Dorje Lakpa (6966m) protects the East End of the Valley. The area was designated Nepal 's first Himalayan National park in 1971
Start Point :Syabru BesiEnding Point : Dhunche
Best Season : Sep-Nov, March-May
Facts of the Trips
| Starting from: | Syabru Besi (Drive from Kathmandu 7 - 8 hours) private transfer only Jeep |
| Ending at: | Sundarijal (Drive to Kathmandu) |
| Grade: | Alpine |
| Highest access of the trek: | 5732m. |
| Culture: | Different Community with majority of Tamang, Chhetri, Brahamn & Tibetan. |
| Mode of trekking tour: | Lodge Trek & Fully camping trek. |
| Himalayan sights: | Langtang Himal 6581m, Langtang Ri 7246, Lakpha Dorje Kimsung 6745m, Ganesh Himal 1 - 7406m, Ganesh II 7150m, Ganesh III – 7130m, Yala Peak 5560m, Ganjal Chuli 5844m, Langshisa – Ri 6310m., Morimoto peak 6750m, Pongen Dopku 5930m, Tembthang 5702m, Salbachum 6707m, Kyungka Ri 6979m, Langtang Ri 7205m, Chusmodo 6508m. |
| Most Attraction of the trek: | Different Community with majority of Tamang, Chhetri, Brahamn, Tibetan and Great Himalayan Landscape etc. |
| Min 2 pax | 3-4 pax | 5-6 pax | 7-8 pax | 9-10 | 11-12 |
| 925 Euros per person | 815 Euros per person | 775 Euros per person | 730 Euros per person | 685 Euros per person | 630 Euros per person |
- Transportation airport - Hotel – Airport private car, Van, Haice and Tourist Bus.
- Transportation Kathmandu – Syabru Besi by Bus.
- Accommodation in Kathmandu four nights Hotel in Thamel, Hotel Vaishali or Hotel Harati, Hotel Marshyangdi or Similar including breakfast and government tax (hotel category 3 stars and 4 stars.
- Full board basis during trekking, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea coffee and Bed.
- Accommodation in teahouses in trekking and camping period of Yala base Camp.
- Guide and porters.
- One Sherpa, (guide assistance) group size more than 4
- Equipments for porters
- Lang Tang National park fee, TIMS permits & any required permits or Official Documentation
- Personal insurance for Nepalese staffs
- Sport climbing Sherpas,
- Climbing equipment in group, Rope, Ices crow, Snow bar and Rock pit
- Tents for Yala base camp, light food for period of Yala Peak climbing
- Transportation Dunche - Kathmandu by Bus.
- Beverage Hot drink and soft drink
- Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu.
- Personal climbing gears & clothing, (available on hire).
- Tips, any expenses of personal nature, client's insurance
- Peak permit
Complementary from Company (to our Valued Guests)
- Trip Certificate( for memory of Nepal trip)
- Porter Carrying Bag- Trekking bag for Porter
- T-shirt of Our Agency
- Hotels in Kathmandu we use are( The best Selected One with Centrally Located at Tourist City)
3 Star Hotel: Hotel Harati, Hotel Marshyangdi or Similar
5 Star Hotel: Hotel Yak & Yeti, Hotel Radisson, Hotel Del’ Annapurna or Similar
The Royal Chitwan National Park has 6 premier jungle resorts scattered inside its boundaries. These secluded resorts are the perfect place to experience the true safari atmosphere of the Terai. All the jungle activities are just a step away and there's always a chance to spot wildlife. The resorts have offer individual cottages with a private bath or well managed luxury tent camps to stay in. You will be in the heart of the park surrounded by the soothing jungles of Nepal. The accommodations outside the park are more budget type guest houses. Even you are planning to do a budget trip we can arrange reservations at one of the best lodges outside and it is also include inside jungle activities and both way transportation.
2 Nights/ 3 Days Schedule:
Day 01: Arrive, meet and transfer via boat across the Narayani river to Resort. On reaching resort, our guest relations officer will brief guest.
1:00 p.m.: Lunch.
3:30 p.m.: Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk / Nature walk with Boat ride.
8:00 p.m.: Dinner.
Day 02:
5:30 a.m.: Wake up call followed by tea/coffee.
6:00 a.m.: Bird watching / Elephant Safari / Jungle walk.
8:00 a.m.: Breakfast.
9:30 a.m.: Crocodile walk. A 45 minutes walk through grassland and forest upstream of the Narayani river. Board boats to observe crocodiles along the bands while floating back to the camp.
1:00 p.m.: Lunch.
3:30 p.m.: Elephant Safari /Jungle Walk / Visit Observation Tower / Nature Walk with Boat Ride.
8:00 p.m.: Dinner.
Day 03:
5:30 a.m.: Wake up call followed by tea/coffee.
6:00 p.m.: Bird Watching / Elephant Safari / Jungle Walk.
8:00 p.m.: Breakfast.
9:30 p.m.: Departure.
3 Nights/ 4 Days Schedule:
Day 01 & 02: same as above
Day 03:
9:30 a.m.: (Option 1) Boat Excursion to Amattari Ghat followed by a full day Nature Trek to the Churia Hills. Pack lunch enroute and return by landrover / jeep.
9:30 am: (Option 2) Visit a local village to see and learn about the people of Chitwan. Return to camp.
1:00 p.m.: Lunch.
3:30 p.m.: Boat excursion to Amaltari Ghat and return by jeep / landrover.
8:00 p.m.: Dinner.
Day 04:
5:30 a.m.: Wake up call followed by tea/coffee.
6:00 a.m.: Bird watching / Elephant Safari / Jungle walk.
8:00 a.m.: Breakfast.
9:30 a.m.: Departure.
Note: We organize tours depending upon your time and suggestions. So can have as short as 2 night 3 days and long can be over 6 nights 7 days.
Our Tour Packages:
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Client’s personal equipment
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Climbing boots, Crampons
Ice axe, Harness
Karabiners, Ice screws
Snow bars Tapes/slings,
Rock pegs, Helmet (crash hat)
Warm climbing trousers, Long cotton hiking shirts
Waterproof climbing jacket, Gaiters,
Sun hat, Light cotton athletic socks and wool,
climbing socks, Long sleeved cotton/woolen shirts,
T-shirts, Wool long underwear
Down high altitude, Sleeping bag
Down jacket/ trousers/vest, Climbing sunglasses
Sunscreen, Lip salve
Lightweight fleece, Fleece/wool for climbing
Head torch /batteries/bulbs, Lightweight thermal/ insulated ski gloves
Equipments are available in Kathmandu on sale and parts of this equipment can be rented too.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Flying to Kathmandu along the northern border of Nepal on a clear day is in itself an exciting and memorable experience. As you fly, the panoramic view of snow-capped Annapurna mountain range greets your sight. After the completion of Visa formalities, you have to come downstairs to collect Luggage and proceed to outside from terminal Building. Please look at your Printed Name and Our Company Signboard Annapurna Foothills Treks & Exp and follow them. Meet our representative and then you will be transferred to hotel. You will be served free welcome drinks, tea or coffee or juice at the time of check in.
The Managing Director or The Manager of company will meet you in hotel and will brief about the trip. You should clear your dues before we proceed for the trip. You are free to relax or explore around the city in the very first day.
Day 02: Kathmandu
After the breakfast in the morning, our city guide will come to the hotel with vehicles and then we leave hotel to visit Kathmandu Darbar Square , the house of living Goddess Kumari, the ferocious Kal Bhairab, The Red Monkey God and hundreds of erotic carvings. Swayambhunath is the worlds most glorious Buddhist Chaityas.It is said to be 2000 years old.
Boudhanath is a huge Buddhist stupa located about 7 km east of Thamel. It stands on a massive mandala style platform and has features similar to the Swayambhunath, though it is bigger than Swayambhunath in size. It is said that this stupa was built during the 5th Century. Every year, Thousands of pilgrims from Nepal and neighboring countries visit Boudhanath, particularly in winter and Pashupatinath temple. Pashupatinath temple is one of the biggest Hindu temples.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Syabru Besi :
From Kathmandu, we drive approximately for 9 hours to Syabru Besi. After driving 30 kms, we reach pristine villages on the banks of the Trishuli river. We also get cahnce to view the enchanting panorama of the Himalaya including the Annapurnas, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and the peaks of the Langtang region.
Day 04: Lama Hotel - Langtang :
The day starts with a gentle climb, but it soon becomes steeper, climbing through a forest of hemlocks, oaks, maples and rhododendron. Beautiful views of Langtang Lirung (7246m) can be seen from the trail. After the walk of more than an hour, we pass two lodges in the forest at Gumanchok (2800m), from where we climb to a Nepal army post and a national park checkpoint at Ghora Tabela (2970m). The trail ascends gradually, as the valley becomes wider. We will pass a few teashops at Thangshyap at 3140 meter, where we will have our lunch. We pass through many mani stones, water-driven prayer wheels and a few scattered Tamang villages before arriving in Langtang. This is a small village consisting of guesthouses and yak farms. The surrounding fields containing buckwheat, potatoes, wheat, turnips and barley have typical stone fencing walls (5 hrs).
Day 05: LangTang – Kyanjin Gompa:
Walking through the village of Langtang , we will pass many stone Mani walls, covered with Tibetan inscriptions to please the gods. It then climbs up gradually past the small villages of Mumdu and Sindum. The trail continues through yak pastures. After crossing the Langtang Khola to its south bank, we climb up through a landscape scattered with large boulders to a moraine where we will have the first views of Kyanjin Gompa infront of us, and the dramatic icefall flowing from Langtang Lirung and Langtang Kinshung (6781m) in the north direction. Our route weaves through the large boulders to a gompa and from here it’s a short descent to Kyanjin Gompa. It is easy to reach our destination before lunch, allowing time to acclimatize and explore the surroundings. One of the options is to acclimatize .To the north of Kyanjin Gompa is the Kyanjin Ri (4773m), which is a two-hours climb. From here, we have a great view over the mountain range in the west, including Langshisha Ri (6370m), Gang Chhenpo (6388m) and Dorje Lakpa (6966m) (3 hrs, to the viewpoint and back is about another 3 hrs).
Day 06: Kyanjing gompa:
we stay in Kyajin Gompa to explore a bit more of the Langtang valley. Our trail descends a little to the old abandoned VTOL airstrip, and then follows the river upstream to some herders’ huts at Jatang (3840m). We will continue to climb slowly up the valley until we are surrounded by the mountain amphitheatre with Langshisha Ri , Langshisha Kharka and Dorje Lakpa towering high above us. We will descent back to Kyajin Gompa after our lunch.
Day 07: Kyangjin to Yala:
From Kyangjin,we continue further up the valley, climbing above the Langtang Khola and contouring around the hillside to the yersa at Yala. From our camp here, there are tremendous views towards the peaks of Dorje Lakpa [7000m], Kangchenpo [6400m] and Lonpo Gang [7100m].
Day 08: In Yala:
From our camp at Yala, it is only a short way to the top of Tsergo Ri [5066m]. This is an 'easy' walk to the prayer flags and Mani stones marking the summit, the highest point on a broad flat plateau. The views all around are spectacular, a 360 degree panorama of snow capped peaks including Langtang Lirung, Kimshun, Yanza Tsenji, Langtang Ri, Pemthang Ri, Langshisha Ri, Dorje Lakpa, Kangchenpo and Naya Kanga.
Day 09: Climb of Yala peak summit and back to Kyamjin Gompa:
Our base at Yala provides us with the opportunity to climb Yala Peak , a glaciated peak to the north east of Yala. The climb is not difficult and provides good acclimatization and training for our climb, the climb is straightforward being little more than a walk up, steep snow slopes of around 30 degrees. Ice axe and crampons will be needed and most of the climb will involve walking roped together up the glacier. This climb is a superb introduction to mountaineering in the Himalaya with magnificent mountain scenery all around and views across to the mountains in nearby Tibet , including Shisha pangma.
Day 10: KYANJIN GOMPA- LAMA HOTEL:
we follow our route back to Lama Hotel, the trail goes with a few short exceptions most of its way downwards, descending around 1400 meter back to Lama Hotel (5/6 hrs).
Day 11: LAMA HOTEL- Thulo Syabru:
We take the same route until we reach the Landslide lodge where we take the upper trail to reach Thulo Syabru. The trail goes up for around 400 meter, and passes a bhatti at U Kyang on the ridge before arriving at the pleasant village of Thulo Syabru , with its many elaborated carved windows (6 hrs).
Day 12: Thulo Syabru – Dunche:
We walk 5/6 hours to get Dunche, we feel pleasure to walk though the Pine tress and Apple garden, many different types of Tamang culture, Dunche is the head quarter of Rasuwa district.
Day 13: Ducnhe to Kathmandu :
whole day drive by Bus Dunche – Kathmandu
Day 14: Free Day in Kathamndu for Shopping
Day 15: Happy departure
Training:
- Acclimatization trekking : footpaths are wide and safe, built for porters and also for yaks or mules caravans, coming up the high valleys, crossing rivers on impressive suspension bridges. Ascents of Gokyo Peak and Kala Pattar take place on footpaths. Cho La pass : a short and easy walk on the Cho La La glacier.
- The ascent of Island Peak is grade: Alpine PD, though a short steep part of the final ridge should be quoted AD. Starting from Base Camp, height 16,800 feet, a footpath goes up till the height 18,300 feet. From there, a easy climb through rocks lead to the glacier. The route goes first left on the glacier, avoiding seracs and crevasses, and then turns right till the steep snow slope leading to the summit ridge, climbed with the help of a fixed rope (300 feet climb, gradient 45 degrees). The ridge itself is a classic climb, except a steep part (grade AD) which may require a other fixed rope.
ACCOMMODATION
Camping trek means sleeping in tents. On a camping trek, the tents provided are ‘Two men dome’ or ‘A’ shaped. Foam mattress with insulation underneath is provided for sleeping. Clients need to have their own sleeping bag. Bags or cloth packs are used as pillows. If you wish, you can bring your own ‘Air pillow’.
We have a pool of hotels in Kathmandu under 3 /4 Star categories which we provide to clients in connection to this itinerary, unless it is mentioned otherwise or clients have a special choice. You can check on the description of such hotels through our website.
MEALS & DRINKING WATER
We provide three tasty, plentiful and nutritious meals daily with a variety of local and Western dishes. To start the day, breakfast consists of a choice of porridge, muesli and cereal followed by omelet, fried or scrambled eggs with chapattis or bread. Lunch is generally a selection of salad, cooked vegetable dishes, pasta and traditional breads.
After a long day on the trail, dinner is a hearty 3 course meal - soup, followed by a variety of vegetable, meat, rice and pasta dishes and completed with a simple dessert. Tea, coffee and hot chocolate are also provided at all meals. We use as much fresh produce as possible and special diets are regularly catered for. The leaders are able to maintain very tight controls on health and hygiene in the kitchen with respect to general cleanliness and food preparation and also within the group with respect to personal hygiene. This has allowed us to maintain remarkably high standards of health over many years of trek organization - and good health is vital to an enjoyable and successful trek and climb. All foods are well cooked and vegetables are treated by potassium permanganate or iodine. Boiled water is served for drinking. Antiseptic soaps and potassium or iodine treated water are provided for washing. Special dietary requirements can always be catered for.
LUGGAGE WHILE TREKKING
During trek your main luggage will be carried by porters. You simply carry a day pack with water bottle, camera, sun-screen, spare jacket, etc. - a small load that allows full enjoyment of the trek. A trek bag is ideal for your main luggage, plus a small lockable bag for travel clothes or anything that you do not need during trek which you can leave at hotel’s locker room/safe deposit box in Kathmandu for free of charge. Weight allowance at Nepal ’s domestic airlines is 15 Kgs, excess weight is chargeable at USD 1 or more per Kilo depending on sectors.
GROUP LEADER AND CREW
We provide different options concerning leadership in order to match your requirements:
1) Western leader
2) Trained Nepali Trek leader (experienced and knowledgeable)
3) Sherpa Guide (handles the logistics and guides you and your team on the trek)
The Sherpa guide (commonly called Sirdar) will be accompanied by a crew of porters. On camping trek, there will be 2/3 porters for each members.
JOIN A GROUP OR PRIVATE TRIP
Our trips are available on both fixed departure and private basis. If you are looking for a group to join this trip please check our ‘2008/09 departures’ link for availability, dates and price. If you would like to travel independently, or with your friends, families & colleagues you are invited to choose any of the trips at your convenient timeframe for any number of people (minimum 1 & maximum 100 at a time).
If you want to do something that is not included in our trip list we are ready to tailor a trip to suit your exact requirements. In short, we will make every effort to get you on the trip you want, when you want.
GROUP SIZE ON FIXED DEPARTURE TRIP
If you opt to join our ‘fixed departure trip’, you are likely to be joining people from different countries of any age group except minors. The size of group varies, minimum no of persons required to operate a trip is 2 the maximum is 12 people.
PERSONAL EXPENSES
On this trek all meals will be provided. You only need money for table drinks (alcoholic/non alcoholic beverages), snacks while walking (a few smaller shops are available along the trail in some areas) tips, souvenirs, hot shower (available in some places).
Tips are appreciated by your support team after the trip. The amount depends on your budget and appreciation of their work. As a suggestion, we advise you to allocate 5 - 10% of the total tour cost as tips.
FLIGHT AND LAND TRANSFERS
First you fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj and then you take another flight from Nepalgunj to Jumla. The starting point of the trek is Jumla. On your return, you shall fly from Jumla to Kathmandu . We will arrange the transportation from your hotel to the airport ( Kathmandu ).
Note: There is a high probability of cancellation of internal flights in remote areas due to bad weather conditions. Hence, we advise you to keep at least one or two day extra in Kathmandu before your flight home.
COMMUNICATION
While trekking in the remote parts, you may not have an access to telephone facility for some days or weeks. However, en route there may be few places where telephone facilities may be available and likely to be working.
If it is crucial for you to keep in contact with your family or others, Annapurna Foothills Treks can provide you a mobile satellite phone (rental charge on request).
TREKKING GEARS & EQUIPMENT
You will need walking boots, sleeping bag (4 seasons/ -20C rated), waterproof jacket and trousers, fleece jacket, warm hat and gloves, sunglasses, water bottle, sun-screen and day pack.
Comprehensive list of equipments will be provided once you book your trip or check
CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT LIST LINK.
GEARS AVAILABLE IN KATHMANDU
It's not necessary to spend a lot of money buying extra equipment and clothing before your trip. Majority of these gears can be bough or hired at reasonable rates in Kathmandu .
TYPICAL DAY ON TREK
Your typical day begins with a hot cup of tea brought to the tent at about 6 am, followed by a bowl of hot water for washing. After packing all your bags and having a good breakfast, we set off on the morning’s walk. All you need to carry is a small day pack containing water bottle, camera, sun cream, hat, rain jacket and a warm jumper, just in case. The porters will carry the rest of your gear for you. After walking for 3-4 hours, we stop for lunch at around midday. The afternoon’s walk is generally shorter and we arrive at camp in time for afternoon tea. The remainder of the afternoon can be spent exploring the nearby villages, doing a bit of washing or simply relaxing with a good book. On some days, we will arrive at camp by lunchtime and the entire afternoon will be free.
Dinner is usually served between 6 and 7 pm. After dinner, the evening will often be spent playing cards and talking with the crew, or perhaps even joining in some singing and dancing, before heading off to the tent for a well-earned sleep.
MEETING AND GREETING IN KATHMANDU
You need to pass on your International flight details to us for a “meeting and greeting” service at airport. You just pass on the Customs and come out of the Terminal building where you will see someone standing with a placard with either ‘Explore Himalaya’ or your name written on it. Our airport representative or tour officer will greet you and welcome you with a garland.
CLIMATE AND BEST TIME TO GO
The best seasons to trek in the Jumla region are Autumn (from mid-September till November end) and Spring (from the beginning of March until mid-May). Temperatures will drop considerably as you trek higher everyday. The nights are cold (between -10 C to 5C) but the days are sunny and hot (between 10C to 20C). The mornings are usually clear, with clouds building up during the afternoon, disappearing at night. Trekking during the monsoon is not recommended, as the visibility during monsoon is limited. Trekking during the winter is possible; however, it is much colder than Autumn and Spring.
March, April, October and November are the most popular and favored months for traveling. Please choose the time that is convenient for you.
Jumla Rara region being located in rain shadow area it may be possible to trek during monsoon but domestic flights are often disrupted by heavy monsoon cloud and rain.
PEOPLE AND CULTURE
The main ethnic group in this region is the Thakuri Chhettri. The Thakuris have been residing in the area for many years. In the north part close to the border of Tibet , there are some Sherpas and Tibetans as well. The people of this region are generally open-hearted and friendly.
In this region, both Hinduism and Buddhism are in practice, however, the Hindus dominate the community composition. Here, people dress up similar to the middle hill-inhabitants of Nepal , the culture is same though.
The local economy of this region is based on agriculture, primarily rice, potatoes, buckwheat, beans, barley and wheat. Jumla is one of the highest rice- growing areas in Nepal .
ITINERARY CHANGES
Depending on the prevailing situation, you can modify it to some extent after consulting with your guide. However, the date of trek completion should always coincide with the original itinerary.
You should keep in mind that this is an adventure trip into the remotest region, where many unforeseen events may contribute to the need for a change in itinerary. Sometimes due to bad weather conditions, the flights may be cancelled. In such cases, we or your guide will suggest the best alternative depending on circumstances.
TREK DURATION
We ensure liability as per indicated itinerary and list of services. If the holiday is cut short or completed earlier than the projected period upon client’s wish, we shall not be responsible or make refund against unutilized days or services. Clients need to pay extra for Hotels/services incurred in Kathmandu or elsewhere in such cases.
VISA
All visitors except the Indian nationals must hold passport and valid visa. Visa can be obtained at the Nepalese diplomatic missions and consulates abroad. Visa is also issued at the entry points. It can be extended at the Department of Immigration, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu . Children under 10 years need not pay any visa fee. People willing to get entry Visa at the air port or any of the land entry points are required to fill a visa form with passport photograph. So, please download form from the link below (visa form) and get ready while you are passing through the immigration Point.
Gratis visa for 30 days available only for tourists of SAARC countries
Multiple entry 15 days - US$ 25 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 30 days - US$ 40 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 90 days - US$ 100 or equivalent convertible currency
Tourist Visa Extension
* Visa extension fee for 15 days or less is US $ 30 or equivalent convertible currency and visa extension fee for more than 15 days is US$ 2 per day
* Tourist visa can be extended for a maximum period of 150 days in a single visa year (January – December).
HEALTH ISSUES
As vaccination requirements change frequently, we suggest you to consult your doctor at least 2 months prior to the beginning of your trip. We recommend protection against malaria, tetanus, typhoid, hepatitis and polio.
The main health consideration in high altitude is Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). You may experience some mild symptoms initially, such as headache, lethargy, nausea and difficulty sleeping, but these should lessen within a few days. To avoid Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), people take pills called ‘Diamox’. You can also use these pills after consulting with your doctor and purchase them in Kathmandu . For your safety, we also carry the ‘Portable Altitude Chamber’ or ‘Gamow Bag’. Our itinerary will allow your body to acclimatize properly and to handle the low oxygen rate.
For your service, we carry a medical kit with standard prescribed medicines along with a users’ manual which you can use upon your own risk. We do not take any medical liability since our staffs are not qualified to prescribe medicines.
If you have ever suffered from altitude sickness, or have a heart or breathing complaint, we highly recommend you consult your doctor about your suitability for trekking in high altitude area before booking. We suggest that you take some pain-killing pills with you and enough medicine for cold, diarrhea, nausea and fever. Some nasal ointment and throat-moistening pills will greatly be of help for those who are sensitive to chilly or freezing weather conditions.
RESCUE / EVACUATIONS
In case of a serious sickness or a casualty, which we believe will not happen; we will do everything to transfer you to the nearest hospital. Since you are entirely liable for all the expenses incurred in evacuation please make sure that it is covered by your insurance before assigning for it or be prepared to pay on your own after getting back to Kathmandu .
INSURANCE
Before joining a tour, we recommend you to take a travel insurance which should cover cancellation, medical expenses, helicopter evacuation and emergency repatriation.
RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL
Wonderful environment of the Himalayas is also an extremely fragile one. Increasing population density and numbers of trekkers threaten the very beauty of Nepal . At Explore Himalaya, we are extremely conscious about the environment and aim to minimize our impact as much as possible.
As deforestation is one of the greatest environmental threats, we do not have camp fires and use kerosene for cooking as an alternative fuel to wood. We also discourage trekkers from using wood-fuelled hot showers in lodges along the way. Many lodges, however, now provide solar hot showers, a far more eco-friendly alternative.
Garbage disposal is another major problem and some of the busier trails can, at times, appear strew with litter. Our staff members are well motivated towards eco-friendly practices. We carry out all our garbage, apart from that which can be safely and easily burnt at the campsite. Our aim is to help protect and preserve this beautiful environment for future generations of trekkers to enjoy.
TRIP EXTENSIONS
In addition to your trek, we can organize extensions both within Nepal and other neighboring countries. You may want to try water rafting or a jungle safari in Nepal or Nepal Cultural Tour. You may as well take a trip to Tibet , India or Bhutan , whichever appeals more to you.
CARE FOR PORTERS AND STAFF
We ensure that all the porters and other staffs going into high altitude conditions are provided with adequate clothing and equipment. We are the first ever company to supply high-altitude porters with crampons.
BOOKING CONDITIONS
1) It is fundamental you acknowledge that this is an adventure tour. This requires some flexibility. The day to day itinerary is taken only as a guideline. We can not be held responsible for any delays caused by International or domestic flights, strikes, Government regulations, weather or natural casualties etc. In such cases, Annapurna Foothills Treks shall provide suitable alternatives which could be decided upon mutual agreement. If an agreement cannot be made, Annapurna Foothills Treks shall only be responsible for refunds after deducting the expenses already incurred.
BOOKING CONDITIONS
1) Your booking will be confirmed by email once we have received the deposit of Euros 200 per person (8000m peak deposit is Euros 500) and the signed copy of booking form and contract.
2) If you cancel, the following scale of charges will apply:
DATE OF CANCELLATION (CHARGE INCURRED)
2 months before departure - loss of deposit 25 % (Euro 200) – (Euro 500 for 8000m)
29 days to 2 months before departure – loss of deposit 40%
10 to 28 days before departure – loss of deposit 70 %
Less than 10 days before departure - loss of deposit 100%
BOOKING PROCEDURE
If you still have any queries regarding this trip, please don't hesitate to contact our office staff. We will respond to you within 24 hours. You can book a trip by e-mailing us at info@annapurnatreksexpedition.com or by phone: 977-1-9841579429
