TREK TO EVEREST BASE CAMP

Trekking Tour to the Roof of the World

Trip Duration: 16 Days (Shorter or longer itineraries available)

Highlights • Part of The Great Himalaya Trail • Stand on the slopes of the world’s highest mountain • Climb two peaks over 5000m (Nangkartshang and Kala Patthar) • See the Yeti Scalp at the Tengboche Monastery and meet the monks • Meet the mountaineers at Everest base camp and speak with them about their epic expeditions • Explore glacial landscapes and cross moraine • Experience breathtaking views from Kala Patthar over Everest at sunrise • Stay in the bustling Sherpa village of Namche Bazaar and its famous bakeries • A fully supported and well-organised expedition Trip Summary On this classic teahouse trek into the Solu and Sherpa heartland, you’ll ascend the route to the iconic Everest Base Camp. As well as offering trekkers one of the most impressive panoramic mountain views in the world, it is also famous for being the starting point for some of the most influential climbing expeditions. Steeped in rich mountaineering history, it’s a fantastic place to really appreciate the magnitude of what early mountaineers achieved in their hobnailed boots and woollen socks!

Throughout the trek you will be constantly awe-struck by the sight of the snow-capped mountains dominating the skyline around you, including the 8000m peaks of Lotse and , and, of course, Mt Everest itself. Towering 8848m above you, the views of this wonder of the world from Kala Patthar are absolutely phenomenal; guaranteed to be imprinted on your memory for the rest of your days.

The route will also give us the opportunity to explore many different aspects of Nepalese village culture and its scenery. You will visit the largest Buddhist monastery in the Khumbu region at Tyangboche and be able to appreciate the beauty of both its gompa and its setting. The power of nature will be apparent as you walk through the boulder fields left in the wake of the extraordinary Khumbu Glacier. Simply incredible!

As always on our treks there is plenty of staff and we can accommodate everyone's trekking pace. We appreciate that in a group there will be many different speeds of walker and we don't ever want you to feel like you are holding up a group or being held up. Having plenty of guides and porters allow for us to change itineraries and pace easily and it is very easy to accommodate every trekker. All our trips are guaranteed to run.

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Trip Grading – This trip is considered to be demanding. local monastery and make sure you’re well rested and This trek is demanding in nature due to the amount of ready for the challenges ahead! ascent at altitude as well as the mountainous terrain. Day 3 – Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m) You will require a good basic level of fitness in order for 5-6 hours trekking you to enjoy and make the most of what is on offer for this trek. The first full day of trekking begins with a walk ascending through beautiful pine forests along the banks IMPORTANT - This tour takes the route back to of the River. We will cross the Hillary Kathmandu quite slowly. Along with the planned rest Suspension Bridge, named after the iconic Sir Edmund days and the ascent of Kala Patthar, we can afford to be Hillary, high above the river and adorned liberally with delayed 4-5 days in the case of flight cancellations or colourful prayer flags. We’ll cross into Sagarmatha bad weather. This dramatically increases the chance of a successful trek to Everest Base Camp. Additionally, we only run this trek in the optimal season to try to mitigate the risk of delays due to poor weather conditions.

Day 1 – Arrive in Kathmandu

Welcome to Kathmandu! A city of riotous charm; it’s the perfect mix of chaos and calm. Lose yourself in its vibrant markets, bustling streets and hidden alleys and discover its plethora of colourful temples and grand pagodas. Kathmandu is a city that will captivate your senses! National Park, passing through Joresale and catching You will be met at the airport by your guide and your first glimpse of the stunning . transferred to your hotel. You’ll have the afternoon free to explore this enthralling city. The group will meet for a We rest for the night in Namche Bazaar, the main welcome dinner in a local restaurant. trading centre for the region, and a town steeped in history of expeditions gone by. Its bakeries are famous for good reason, and this is a great opportunity to indulge in small luxuries.

Day 4 – Acclimatisation walk to Everest View Point (3,880m) and Khumjumg (3,780m), return to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) 4-5 hours trekking

A steep trail out of Namche will take us up towards the villages of Kunde and then Khumjung. We’ll gain the 400m ascent slowly to aid with acclimatisation and take in the mountain panoramas around us. Much quieter than Namche, these villages have more of an authentic feel; allowing an insight into high-altitude life in the Himalaya. Day 2 – Fly to Lukla (2800m); trek to Phakding (2610m) 3-4 hours trekking We’ll see the Hillary Hospital, founded in 1966 as the second project of the Himalayan Trust, founded by Sir We begin our journey with a breath-taking Himalayan Edmund Hillary himself in 1960. When we reach the flight to Lukla, deep in the Sherpa heartland. No doubt highest point of the day, Khumjung, you can go and visit raring to go, we’ll set off through blooming the only known skull of a yeti in the brightly coloured rhododendrons, magnolia trees and pine forest to gompa. Phakding. Upon reaching Phakding, you can visit the

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The mountains towering above us from here include Taboche (6542m), 38 (7590m), Cholatse (6440m) and Ama Dablam (6812). From the summit, we’ll retrace our steps back to Dingboche. Comparable to the ascent, this is an easy task as we descend to more oxygen rich air. A trip to the local bakery would be a wonderful reward for your efforts today!

Day 8 – Ascend to Lobuche (4940m) 6 hours trekking

The trail takes us up through the steep terminal moraine left by the Khumbu Glacier and past huge boulders Day 5 – Trek to Tengboche (3860m) and afternoon visit displaced by the glacier. At the top of the ridge is the to monastery. Lobuche Memorial, a poignant dedication to those who 4-5 hours trekking have perished attempting to make the summit of Everest. We begin on a level trail and walk up via stone steps to reach the Mongla Pass at an altitude of 3975m. From With its prayer flags fluttering in the wind and the awe- here we can look out at views of the iconic Mount Ama inspiring Mount , Mount and Dablam, Mount Thamserku and Mount Khumbila, Khumbu Glacier in view, this really is a special place for regarded by the Sherpa as the sacred mountain of the reflection. From here, we descend a little to the often- patron god of the Khumbu region. bustling Lobuche, where we will spend the night.

The monastery at Tengboche is the traditional temple to receive a blessing before attempting the summit of Everest, and so it seems fitting that we too should visit it on our journey. Emanating a sense of magic from its colourful interior out into the Himalayan mountains, it is easy to see why this location was chosen.

Day 6 – Khumbu Valley and then the Imja Valley to Dingboche (4410m) 6 hours trekking Day 9 - Visit Everest Base Camp and spend the night at We continue today through lush alpine forest. We will Gorak Shep (5164m) come across several small villages on the path, a great 8-10 hours trekking opportunity to see how the local Nepalese live. Passing through the Khumbila Khola Valley and ascending This is it! We will climb to Everest Base Camp today, the towards the ridgeline, soaring mountain views of starting point for past and future iconic expeditions to Taboche, Mount Nuptse, Mount Cholatse and many the top of the world. Walking alongside the Khumbu others can be seen. Glacier across the moraine strewn paths, you will pass the Italian Triangle and hopefully see teams of climbers Day 7 – Climb Nangkartshang Peak (5,080m) for preparing for their summit attempts. acclimatisation and return to Dingboche 5 hours trekking Throughout your journey, you will be surrounded by various snow-capped peaks and the famous 3-peak Today we’ll summit Nangkartshang to allow ourselves to crown of Nuptse, Everest and . When we reach acclimatise. The trail is steep and rocky at points, but at our destination, there is no doubt that you will be awe- every turn, the vista becomes more spectacular, struck by the magnitude of the Himalayan giants especially when we can see the pyramid of Makalu towering over us. The experience will be intensified by pointing high into the heavens. Reaching the summit is a the sense of achievement of making it up here. Well great achievement, and we’ll take time to soak in the done! sights from one of the most magnificent viewpoints on our journey. 3

Descending down the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Day 13 - Continue to Lukla (2860m) Glacier, we will make our way down to Gorak Shep, sat 6 hours trekking in the shadow of Kala Patthar, where you can spend the evening comparing photos with your fellow trekkers. As we descend to lower altitudes you will notice the marked escalation in the amount of vegetation, and hopefully we will spot some wildlife! We will spend the last night of our trek in the busy market town of Lukla, celebrating our successful journey.

Day 14 – Fly to Kathmandu

From Lukla, we will return to Kathmandu by twin-otter plane. The scenery on the way back will be just as dramatic as on the way there. From our vantage point high in the sky, you can savour your final views of these magnificent snow-capped peaks.

Spend the rest of the day in Kathmandu celebrating your Day 10 – Climb Kala Patthar (5545m) for classic success as you wish, whether you want to reward mountain views of Everest; descend to Pheriche yourself with some of the beautifully crafted souvenirs (4371m) from the colourfully decorated shops and markets, or 8-9 hours trekking simply with an ice-cold beer on a roof terrace!

The summit of Kala Patthar, the highest point of our Day 15 – Free day in Kathmandu trek, is famous for being one of the best viewpoints in the entire region. An early start will allow us the view of Today you have the whole day to explore the vibrant the sun rising over the Solo Khumbu. Kathmandu. Why not spend the day exploring the As the orange and pink hues of dawn spread across the UNESCO-listed Kathmandu Valley on a tour of the three landscape, you will see Mount Everest in all its glory holiest temples or the ancient city of Patan? surrounded by the snow-capped peaks of other iconic Himalayan mountains. Our descent will take us down Continue reading about this and other Kathmandu the trail to Pheriche, a quaint Nepalese village. excursions on our website at: https://www.lostearthadventures.co.uk/day-tours- Day 11 – Retrace our steps to Namche Bazaar (3440m) kathmandu-nepal-trips/ 7-8 hours trekking

By now familiar with our surroundings, we will retrace our steps to Namche. Ama Dablam will dominate the horizon in front of us today from the far side of the valley as we pass over the glaciated terrain.

Day 12 – Namche Bazaar to Phakding (2610m) 5 hours trekking

As we continue to descend in altitude you will begin to find the walking easier, allowing you to soak in the picturesque surroundings. We will pass through the beautiful Sherpa villages of Orsho and Shomare en route. This is a steep descent taken over rocky terrain so Day 16 – Depart for home we will take this route slowly until we cross the suspension bridge that crosses the Dudh Koshi and Unfortunately it’s the end of this adventure. Lost Earth onwards to Phakding. Adventures group services end after breakfast. Transfers to the airport are complimentary. See you next time!

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Such is the reality of adventure travel. Although we update our itineraries regularly it is not possible to guarantee that our trips will go exactly as planned. A certain degree of flexibility is needed and is part of the joy of travelling in Nepal! What’s included:

• 1 fully qualified, first aid trained Trekking Guide • 3 nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu Have an extra day or an afternoon flight? Treat yourself • 12 nights teahouse accommodation to… • Included meals: All meals while trekking, breakfasts in Kathmandu, welcome and farewell Spend the day exploring the UNESCO-listed Kathmandu dinner in Kathmandu. The food available in the Valley and its mesmerising temples! tea houses is brilliant, there is a large selection of western, Chinese and Nepalese food available Explore three awe-inspiring temples and discover why for you to choose from. We do not want you to the entire Kathmandu Valley is designated as a UNESCO be restricted in your menu choices and want you World Heritage site! Along the banks of the Bagmati to enjoy the vast menus and locally grown River is Pashupitinath. The temple is dedicated to Lord produce of the tea houses. We will let you Shiva and is the most important site for Hindus in Nepal. choose whatever meal you want from the Cremations and acts of devotion can regularly be seen at menus at meal times. this atmospheric place of worship. Located in a tranquil • Afternoon tea and biscuits while trekking part of the city is the peaceful and majestic Bodhnath • Airport transfers to and from the airport on the Stupa, where thousands of pilgrims gather daily to show first and last day their respect and faith. Climb the steps to • Private transportation for duration of tour Swayambutinath, high on a hilltop overlooking the city. • Entrance fees and trekking permits Used by both Hindus and Buddhists, the temple is • Porters for entire trek. regarded for its many holy (and very cheeky) monkeys! • Map of the route • Sufficient means of communication. Satellite Patan – The City of Beauty phones can be rented on request for £10 per day. Patan is a city standing still in time, immersed in rich • Guides will check in with our office to get cultural history, bustling with the energy of today. A regular bespoke weather updates and confirm place best explored by foot, we’ll walk the cobbled locations streets with over 600 stupas whilst discovering ancient • Financial protection: we are an ABTA and ATOL pagoda temples. See why local people still call it by its bonded and insured, UK based tour operator original name, Lalitpur – the City of Beauty. • Pre-departure support and advice by email, phone and face to face meetings in York if you

A Flight Amongst Giants would like. After booking with us we will send you a highly informative and comprehensive trip As the clouds part and the sun breaks through the early information pack morning sky, ascend towards the Himalaya in an • Remote medical support from specialist doctors exhilarating mountain flight. Fly east towards the • Small groups. No more than 12 people on a set highest mountain in the world – iconic Mount Everest departure trip (8848m) and on the way take in breathtaking views of • We don’t force a fast or slow pace. Our teams the Himalaya including Kangchengjunga (8586m), Shisha are supported with plenty of staff so you can Pangma (8013m), Cho Oyu (8201m), Nuptse (7864m) walk at your own pace. We let you walk at the and Lhotse (8,516m). Quite simply – spectacular! pace that is right for you. • Our guides and porters are paid fairly, properly Trip Notes & Additional Information equipped and fully insured for rescue and Please Note: While we endeavour to stick to the details medical emergencies and schedule of the itinerary, some things may change • Trekking kit bag due to circumstances beyond our control, such as • T-shirt changes in local transport, weather and infrastructure.

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• If you’d like to meet some of our team and experience In Nepal, road, air, boat and any other transport does our services beforehand you can join us on one of not meet the safety standards set in, for example, our UK adventures. Europe or North America. You must be content and aware of this before booking this trip. • What’s not included: • Travel insurance (mandatory) EU Airline Blacklist • Items of a personal nature (drinks, snacks, Please be aware of the following: In accordance with EU souvenirs, etc.) directive (EC) no. 2111/2005, Article 9, we are required • Nepalese visa (Available to buy for $30 USD on to bring to your attention the existence of a ‘Community arrival in Nepal) list’ which contains details of air carriers that are subject • International flights to an operating ban within the EU Community. The • Scenic Everest mountain flight Community list is available for inspection at www.air- • Airport transfers taken outside of the itinerary’s ban.europa.eu arrival and departure dates • If the plane gets delayed on the way to Lukla you will have to pay for any extra nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu if needed. If the plane gets delayed returning back to Kathmandu you will have to pay for your accommodation and food for the extra time in Lukla. • Tips to porters/local guide

If there is a discrepancy between this dossier and the website, the website is more up to date. Please do not hesitate to contact our team if you have any queries. Optional Extras Though these activities are not included in the tour Passports and Visas price, Lost Earth Adventures can help you arrange them. UK passport holders require a visa. Obtaining visas for Scenic Mt. Everest Flight Nepal is your responsibility. Your passport must be valid Bungy Jump or Canyon Swing for 6 months after the end date of your trip. Visas are Paragliding issued on arrival at the airport in Kathmandu. You will Rafting or kayaking need to have 1 passport-sized photo and the visa fee, Sightseeing tours payable in US Dollars or Pounds Sterling. The current price for a 30-day visa is $40. Visas can also be obtained Allergies/Dietary Needs before departure from the Nepal Embassy in London. There are numerous options available for vegetarians Please allow sufficient time for your visa application to travelling in Nepal. Please advise Lost Earth Adventures be processed. Full details can be found at of any severe food allergies or dietary needs you may http://www.nepembassy.org.uk/index.php. have prior to your trip. While we endeavour to provide you with the most Airport Transfers & Joining Arrangements current and up-to-date information possible, visa We provide airport transfers at the beginning and end of requirements can change on short notice. Please be sure the trip. You must let us know your flight details before to check the Embassy of Nepal’s website for the most your trip and should let us know if you will not require a up-to-date information. transfer. We will also provide you with the hotel phone

number and address a few weeks prior to your Money Matters departure. We recommend that you carry most of your money with Transportation you in cash in Pounds Sterling and change into Rupees as We use a variety of transportation, including: private soon as you arrive, either at the airport in Kathmandu or minivans, taxis, mountain bikes, 4x4 jeeps, and easily just outside our hotel. You should also carry a rickshaws. We may use other modes of transportation, debit/credit card with you. where deemed necessary. Traveller’s cheques are no longer accepted in Nepal.

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ATMS There are plenty of ATM’s in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Most will accept UK debit/credit cards. Please notify your bank of where you intend to travel and keep any emergency bank numbers separate from your card(s) in case of loss or theft.

Local Currency The Nepalese unit of currency is the Nepalese Rupee (NPR). At the time of writing £1 = 135 NPR.

How Much Do Things Cost? Nepal is incredibly cheap by western standards and your pound will go a long way. Group Size We believe small group sizes equals more interaction Guidance on Tipping with locals, less intrusion, and potential for more Tipping in Nepal is not mandatory, but it is customary adventure, as well as allowing for the spontaneous and and very much appreciated by our local staff. Tipping magical moments that occur while traveling. Your group does not form part of the wages for our staff. It is a way size will be a maximum of 12 plus guides. of showing your appreciation for excellent service.

Tipping is voluntary and should be reliant on exemplary service. Accommodation On this trip we will be spending a total of 3 nights in a A general guideline for tipping (per person on the trip) centrally located comfortable hotel in Kathmandu and is: City Guide $5 USD; Rafting Guide $10-15 USD; Bike will have an en-suite bathroom with western toilet and Guide 10-15 USD; Trekking Guide $40 USD; Porter $20 hot water. They are based on a same sex twin share or USD for each porter. sharing with your partner or friend. See https://www.lostearthadventures.co.uk/hotels-in- Porters kathmandu/ for information about the hotel we use. We use local porters to carry our rucksacks whilst trekking so that all you have to carry is a small Whilst trekking we will spend 12 nights at locally run daypack. We ensure that all of our porters are paid lodges, more commonly known as teahouses that are well and treated fairly and with respect. We follow comfortable, but basic. Rooms are private, based on the guidelines of the International Porter Protection twin share and come equipped with mattress, blankets Group. Please go to http://ippg.net/ for more and a pillow. However, in some circumstances where information. there are limited twin rooms, we may stay in rooms that accommodate 4. Bathroom and shower facilities are shared and can be a mix of Western toilets and Insurance traditional ‘squat’ toilets. Hot water is not always Adequate and valid travel insurance is compulsory for all available and you may have to pay a small charge for hot Lost Earth Adventures clients for the entire duration of water. your trip. It is our policy that your insurance must cover you for emergency repatriation, in case of a medical Accommodation in Nepal does not always adhere to emergency. You should be aware that some standard Western standards. You must be aware of this and insurance policies might not cover you for all of the accept the risks. This is part of adventure travel. Great activities that we provide. Lost Earth Adventures can care has been taken when considering the places we help you with all of your insurance needs. More stay in. In all circumstances we endeavor to find the information is available on our website under most suitable and safe accommodation available. ‘Flights/Insurance’. Safety Single Traveller? Lost Earth Adventures takes the safety of our clients We don’t charge a single supplement fee if you’re a solo very seriously. Thorough care and consideration is taken traveller. Our prices are based on sharing with your when considering accommodation, modes of transport partner/friend or staying in twin share rooms with a and the guides we use. For a more complete look at our member of the same sex. If you wish to stay in your own safety policy please review our policy on our website. room there will be a charge, please see our website for costs. The fee must be paid with the final balance. 7

Preparing for Your Trip • Swimming shorts/bathing suit. Bikinis are ok in A general level of fitness is required for this trip, some areas but a pair of shorts and a T-shirt however no experience is necessary for the activities we should be worn over the top in some places. provide. As with most things, the fitter you are, the • Sunglasses more enjoyable your experience will be. • Sun hat /peaked hats/bandanas for keeping the sun off. There are not many places to Baggage/Packing hide from it. While trekking, porters will carry your main bag and • Leisure wear all you will have to carry is a daypack. Usually there is • Toiletries one porter for every two people. Baggage while trekking must be kept to a maximum of 10kg to allow *Items available to rent from Lost Earth Adventures. the porters to safely carry your bags. If you have excess clothing/items that you do not want to take Climate/Weather trekking they can be safely stored at the hotel in Nepal’s weather can be divided into two seasons, wet Kathmandu. For your own benefit we recommend you and dry. The best times to trek and explore Nepal are in pack as lightly as possible. You will be expected to the pre and post monsoon season, from October to carry your bag at times, but never for an extended December and March to April. This is when the skies are period of time. We recommend you check the most clear, the trails are drier and the temperature not baggage allowances and size restrictions of the airline too cold. Temperatures vary and in Kathmandu and you are flying with. They may charge fees for Pokhara can reach +30°C during the day. Temperatures overweight or oversized luggage. at night remain temperate but cooler. Usually you can For all the internal flights you are allowed up to 10Kg get away with wearing a long sleeved t-shirt or light of luggage and a further 5Kg hand luggage. If you jacket and trousers at night. exceed these limits you will have to pay extra for it. Altitude Here is a basic kit list. It is not an exhaustive list. We We sleep at a maximum elevation of 5164 metres and will email you a complete list when you book the trip. trek to a maximum of 5545m. Lost Earth Adventures • (Trek Bag provided complimentary from us) has years of experience at high altitude and our • Good sturdy waterproof hiking boots that are itineraries are designed to take this into consideration. broken in before the trip. At these elevations you need to be aware that there is • 1 small rucksack 30 litres suitable for hiking with still a remote possibility that minor Acute Mountain and waterproof liner Sickness (AMS) could affect you. Drinking plenty of • 4 Season sleeping bag (available to rent from us) fluids whilst spending time at higher altitudes (a • Water bottles 2 x 1 litre. minimum of 3-4 litres of water per day) key to • Water purification tablets or small water filter minimising the symptoms and affects of AMS. suitable for trekking Common (but minor) symptoms of Acute Mountain • Torch, head torches are best Sickness are: Shortness of breath, headache, and loss • Camera/film/memory card of appetite, fatigue and dizziness. If symptoms persist the most effective way to relieve them is to descend. If • Spare batteries for camera/torch and any other you are deemed too unwell to continue than we will device guide you down to a lower elevation. The Trip Leader’s • Whistle (Pea less) decision to descend is final. More detailed information • Thermal underwear (long johns) top and bottoms can be found on our website at: • Waterproof Jacket and trousers https://www.lostearthadventures.co.uk/information- • Fleece advice-travelling-at-high-altitude/ • Warm jacket, preferably down (available to All clients must read this before departure. rent from us)

• Warm hat or balaclava that can be rolled up into a Why We Do No Use Bottled Oxygen, Portable Oxygen hat Chambers (Gamow Bag) or Pulse Oximeters • Gloves (water resistant) You may have seen that other tour operators advertise • Hiking trousers (we recommend trousers that the use of some or all of the items listed. Lost Earth can be zipped off at the knee and turned into Adventures however, choose not to and there is very shorts. If not bring shorts as well.) good reasoning behind this decision. • Comfortable clothes for the evening

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There is a time and a place for the aforementioned listed general, we do recommend having vaccinations against items, such as: if we were running a high altitude the following: Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Diphtheria and expedition, where retreat would be difficult or Hepatitis ‘A’. An excellent online resource for impossible from an altitude above 5000m. Or if we had information is the National Health Travelers website to climb higher to then retreat. Or if we were to face www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk substantial mountaineering difficulties upon retreat, rather than simply walking back down to safer altitudes. Reviews In these instances, then yes, it is highly likely that we For reviews of and videos of our trips please see our would carry some or all of the equipment mentioned. website. However, on this particular trek, if we have ever found ourselves in this situation, where the items would be Stuff to Get You Inspired required, then we will have not done our job as Lonely Planet: Nepal, Lonely Planet professional mountain guides. Rough Guides: Nepal, Rough Guides Our itineraries are carefully researched, risk assessed Himalaya, Michael Palin and designed to allow for a proper and Flight to Everest – http://www.bit.ly/flightaroundeverest safe acclimatisation. We invest in training our staff to look for the signs of AMS and to make adjustments to Trip Reports the trekking itinerary long before any serious issues Lost Earth Adventures has ran this trip many times over occur. We have over many years experience of leading the past decade. Please see the Trip Reports Section on at high altitude and use this background and experience the tour page or visit our blog for insights and tales from as our basis. We have never had a serious altitude the trail. related incident. Altitude is easy to manage with itineraries that allow plenty of time for acclimatising and Maps following rules. For comprehensive information about Reise Know-How: Nepal, 1:500,000 altitude read the altitude advice section on our website Gecko Maps: Nepal, 1:1,000,000 at: https://www.lostearthadventures.co.uk/information- these maps can easily be bought online or from advice-travelling-at-high-altitude/ reputable map shops before departure. Other local maps can easily be found in Kathmandu. The use of a Gamow Bag requires substantial training. With inadequate knowledge or training, improper use Dossier Accuracy can make people’s conditions worse than before using We review our trip dossiers twice annually. Our website it. Retreat to lower altitude is always the best option if is continuously updated. If there are any discrepancies possible. Pulse Oximeters are notoriously unreliable, between our Trip Dossier and our website, the website monitoring people constantly can also cause undue will always be the most accurate and up-to-date. worrying and stress. Asking people simple questions, watching their behaviour and looking for colour in the How to Book Your Trip face etc. without causing a person alarm is ample for a Booking your adventure is easy! You can contact our decent leader to make judgement on a person's team by calling 01904 500094. Alternatively: wellbeing. 1. Complete online booking form First Aid 2. Read and accept our Terms and Conditions Our trip leaders are First Aid qualified and will always 3. Pay the deposit and receive confirmation carry a first aid kit with them. We do recommend that 4. Pay the remaining balance of trip 60 days before you carry a small personal first aid kit, equipped with the departure following: antiseptic cream or spray, throat lozenges, 5. Contact us with any questions or queries diarrhea treatment (Imodium), painkillers, plasters, blister treatment, insect repellent (DEET) and For our quick 5-minute booking process, click the “book rehydration salts. now” button on the itinerary page.

Vaccinations & Health Trip Pricing You should see your own GP and dentist for a general Please see our website for the most up-to-date pricing checkup before you leave. Your GP or local travel clinic of this trip. Once a deposit is paid, we operate a ‘no- will have the most current and up-to-date information price increase’ policy. on the vaccinations required for Nepal. Currently, there are no needed vaccinations for Nepal. However, in 9

Your Financial Protection website and for your repatriation in the unlikely event of The Package Travel Regulations 1992 require us to our insolvency. Please see this page of our website to provide security for the monies that you pay for the see how your money is protected package holidays booked from this brochure and/or www.lostearthadventures.co.uk/about-us/why-us

Leave Nothing But Footprints – Responsible Travel in Nepal

At the core of every trip and destinations that Lost Earth Adventures explores is the ethos of responsible travel. A successful trip is one that leads our clients on an unforgettable journey that which also benefits the communities and areas we visit. Simply put, we endeavor to leave as little impact on the culture, local communities and fragile environments we go to. We encourage you to do the same.

Bottled Water Bottled water has an immensely negative impact on the areas we visit, as they are not recyclable. We recommend purchasing water-purifying tablets or a water filter to treat your drinking water whilst in Nepal. In most teahouses safe (boiled) drinking water is available to decant into your own bottles for a charge.

Clothing and Dress Nepal is a traditional and conservative country when it comes to clothing. How you dress has a great impact on your reception by locals. As a general rule in respect to local customs, men should never go bare-chested and should avoid wearing shorts in towns, cities and villages. Women should never wear shorts, and a long skirt or trousers is preferred.

Cultural Etiquette Men and women do not often show affection in public in Nepal, whether in a relationship or just a friendship. This includes hand holding, hugging and kissing.

Welcome to Nepal, Let the Adventure Begin!

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