FAQs

1) Teahouse Trek is staying in lodges (also called teahouses) along the trekking route managed by the local people. Meals will be taken at the lodges and in restaurants along the way. A teahouse trek requires no camping gear, but personal hiking gear and other personal items. A guide and porters accompany the journey.

2) Camping trek is more elaborate than a Teahouse Trek as food, tents, and gear are carried by our porters and sometimes pack animals. Camp is set up each day by the porters and meals are prepared by our chef. A Camping Trek is comparatively more expensive than a Teahouse Trek.

Money changing services are available at Kathmandu Airport, however the best rates will be found in the city. We suggest that you change only a small amount at the airport if you would like to offer tips to the airport guide and driver.

Yes, our representative will be there to welcome you at the arrival gate and transfer you to your hotel. Our representative will be displaying a Good Vibe sign and your name.

Although there are no specific standards of physical fitness for trekking in Nepal, it certainly helps to be fit. The trails can be steep, and walking hours can be long, and certainly any training you might be able to do beforehand will payoff on the trails. If you do not have experience in hiking, you could practice walking in your neighborhood or perhaps a nearby park. Each day in Nepal will offer differences including some long days and high altitude hiking. We give an orientation on the specifics of altitude illness and our staff are trained to watch out for signs and symptoms. We have also have arranged the tour schedule for proper adjustment to the trails and heights.

Most people generally arrive in the Autumn when views can be clearest, but Nepal is a varied land with trekking and other adventurous and leisure activities available year round. Spring is another favorite time for trekking when the famous Himalayan rhododendrons will be in bloom. The summer monsoons offer a chance to cool off or head north of the mountains to trek in the rain shadow. Winter is cooler, but still with good views and less crowds. Nepal is a destination for all seasons!

The quick answer is that treks have different gradings from easy to difficult. Easier treks will involve less daily hiking and will take a leisurely pace. Usually, we hike about five to six hours per day. However, there is no exact reply about the distance covered and time per day. The pace alsowill be determined by the physical fitness and interest of the guests.

Most of the routes are along dirt trails and sometimes wide stone steps. The trails can involve steep climbs and descents through forests and rural landscapes. River crossings are usually on suspension bridges and shaded rest stops offer frequent chances to relax and take in the views.

Depending on your style and activity, we have the following recommendations, specifically geared towards trekkers but covers the basics for a broad range of activities: backpack/rucksack, hiking boots, plastic or aluminum water bottle, sleeping bag, cap, sunglassess, sunscreen/suncream, windproof and waterproof outer shell, warm inner jacket, thermal tops and bottoms, gloves, warm socks, a torch/flashlight, personal toiletries, universal adapter, camera with extra memory cards and re-chargeable batteries.

If the above doesnt cover the necessities, then after arrival extra items can be found at a reasonable price in Kathmandu.

Yes, normally we have single trekkers that join the group departures, and comfortably fit in with the groups. Single trekkers share rooms or tents with other members of the same sex.