Preparation for Trekkers

On the hiking trip, you will be hiking five to six hours a day, up and down mountain trails that are sometimes steep, and mostly at elevations above 10,000 feet. Exercise at high altitude compounds physiologic stress. In addition, high altitude may create discomfort and symptoms of illness that you do not experience while exercising at lower elevations, such as shortness of breath, restlessness or sleeplessness at night, and headaches. You need to be in excellent health and top physical condition to enjoy such an experience, with adequate cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and excellent balance. This level of fitness requires regular aerobic exercise for at least one hour 4-5 times a week. This may include aerobic fitness classes, power walking, jogging, and cycling on hills, swimming, and cross-country skiing. Additionally, you must be able to sustain exercise for prolonged periods. Finally, you must have some experience with exercise at altitude.

We recommend that you start a moderate training program several months before departure, then slowly build up to a more strenuous level. Since training is highly sport-specific, include some hiking or running in your program. Consult your physician if you have questions concerning your underlying health. If you have concerns about your capacity to do this trip, we can suggest appropriate alternatives.

High Altitude (For Trekkers)

Trekking at altitudes above 10,000 feet presents new challenges, even for experienced hikers. Higher elevations demand a slower pace, frequent breaks, and can cause mild discomfort such as restlessness at night or headaches. If you have previously struggled with nausea or other severe altitude-related symptoms, this trek may not be the best choice for you.

To aid acclimatization, our treks are structured to gradually introduce higher elevations in the initial stages. However, individual responses to altitude vary, and there is no guarantee that your body will adjust completely. If any participant exhibits signs of acute mountain sickness, such as high-altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE), they must descend to a safer altitude without exception. The trip leader’s decision in such situations is final, ensuring the safety and well-being of the group.

Facilities Provided While You’re On the Trek

During your camping experience, we ensure your comfort by providing essential facilities. Each morning before breakfast and again upon your arrival at camp, a bowl of hot water will be available for freshening up. Bringing a sponge or washcloth allows you to enjoy a full sponge bath in the privacy of your tent. Additionally, a dedicated toilet tent will be set up for convenience.

Meals on the trek are both plentiful and carefully prepared. After settling in at camp in the afternoon, you can relax with hot beverages and snacks in the dining tent. Lunches are served on the trail, where our staff will have a warm, simple meal ready upon arrival at the designated lunch stop. Every evening, we provide boiled water to refill your bottles, ensuring safe hydration throughout the trek.

Essential Trekking Gear

• Lightweight trousers/ Trekking trousers/Tracksuit/Shorts/ fleece pants for evenings
• Fleece Jacket/ Down jacket/ Waterproof jacket
• Warm Hat/ Warm Skull Cap/neck warmer and sun Hat
• Gloves and Mitts - waterproof and warm
• Trekking Boots / Trekking Poles
• Camp Shoes
• Several pairs of socks
• Day Wear T shirt
• Sunglasses with UV protection
• Sunscreen and Lip Balm
• Light weight towel
• Sleeping bag