Documents:
Individuals are not permitted to trek in Tibet, everyone must
join an organized group arranged through Travel Company. Upon
joining our trip we will sort out all the necessary documents
required for the trek.
Physical
Conditioning :
It is advisable that you have a physical fitness exercise like
walking, hiking, cycling before you undertake any trekking trip
in Tibet. Also you have to make sure that you are upto the challenge
of high altitude.
Climate
:
As the climate in Tibet is extreme the trekkers must be prepared
for it. But generally the best time is from May through October
where the weather is mild, with warm days and cool to chilly nights
in the mountain.
Knowledge
About Tibet :
Before you travel to Tibet it is good to have some knowledge about
Tibet, as this will make your journey more smoother. You can visit
your local library or you can buy one of the travel guide book
listed below:
Equipment
:
The period of year you choose to walk will obviously dictate the
equipment you will need. As a minimum, you will need basic warm
clothing including a hat, scarf, gloves, down jacket, long underwear,
warm absorbent socks, all-weather shell and sun hat, in addition
to comfortable pants and shirts. We will be forwarding the complete
equipment list according to your trek/period.
Responsible
Trekking :
Tibet is one of the great unspoiled wilderness left on earth.
Lets respect it and help preserve the unique ecology and beauty
of this fragile region.
Trip
Grading :
To make your holidays enjoyable, it is essential to choose a trip
within your capabilities. All our adventure trips are graded and
described. You are advised to go through our trip information
find out which program is more suitable for you.
Grade
*
These trips are a mixture of some longer and shorter walks. During
these trip, hill walking experience is desirable. The walking
hours is about 7 hours per day.
Grade
**
The day stages on these trials are combined with demanding and
moderate walks, which normally takes 6 to 8 hrs a day.
Grade
***
These trips are known to be the most strenuous and regarded as
genuine adventures. An experience of mountaineering with the capabilities
of carrying on normally at an altitude of 4,000 to 5,000 meters
and possessing a degree of good stamina is desirable. Duration
of walking is about 8/9 hours a day.