Himalayan Holidays Nepal

1. FOOD AND DRINKS:
On the trek Himalayan Holidays will serve you wholesome food for replenishment and to meet your energy requirement. Special dietary requirements can be provided on request. The menu for the trek will be discussed on the pre-trek briefing. Our cooks are trained in matters of hygiene and cooking and even the dishes are washed in mild disinfectant solution. The water provided is pressure boiled and iodized. Water bottles may be filled at night so that you have cool water to drink the following day. Mineral water in bottles can be bought on many trek routes.

2. YOUR STAFF ON THE TRIP:
Will consist of one English speaking Sardar or Escort who will be wholly responsible for the execution of the trip once it hits the trail. Sherpa boys who will pitch the tents, serve food and guide the members on the trail will assist him. Cooks, assisted by kitchen staff, will do the cooking and surprise you with both western and local culinary delights in remote conditions.

3. WE WILL PROVIDE:
Group camping equipment including high quality A-shaped and Dome tents, comfortable double layered foam mattresses with pillows, spacious dining tent with folding tables and comfortable chairs with necessary cutleries and all kitchen utensils and stoves in addition to food and fuel on the trip.

For persons who purchase the whole vacation package from us, we will also provide pick-up and drop at Kathmandu Airport, domestic surface / air transport, welcome drink and hotel in Kathmandu with American breakfast. The price of the trip does not include the hire of brand new sleeping bags and down parkas, personal expenses like laundry and bar bills, tips and gratuities

4. A TYPICAL DAY:
A normal day on trek would start at about 6:00 am with a wake up call and a cup of steaming tea, coffee or hot chocolate served in your tent, followed by a bowl of hot water for washing - also delivered outside your tent. Breakfast will be prepared and served at the dining table and we advise guests to pack their bags and leave it outside their tents so that the Sherpa boys can load them on the porter’s baskets.

The morning part of the trip would begin after breakfast and last about three to four hours when a stop for lunch would be made. The afternoon part of the trip will be another two to three hours to camp where tea, coffee and snacks will be waiting. Relax through the evening until dinnertime. After dinner you have the choice of sharing yarns with your

5. SANITATION AND PERSONAL HYGIENE:
A dugout latrine will be made at every camp and a toilet tent pitched over it. Folding toilet seats can be arranged on prior request. Toilet paper will be provided. Limited hot water and Dettol soap will be provided twice a day for washing. The streams, rivers and at times hot springs along the trail are helpful.

6. DAILY WEAR:
Your Trek guide/escort can help you plan your daily wear before each day's walk. Please carry an extra shirt or a T-shirt and a light jacket in your backpack. The mountain air is cold, so you can keep dry and warm after sweats and chills.

7. WHAT TO CARRY DURING THE TREK:
Your daypack, preferably waterproof should be light, small and comfortable. All small personal items like toilet paper, water bottle, medicines, extra shirt, light warm wears, rain gear, gloves etc., that may be needed for the days trek should be packed. Porters who may not be with you at all times will carry your duffel.

8. GENERAL MATTERS:
Your personal belongings will be looked after by our staff so, please help them by not leaving them unattended in villages and other public places. Campfires will be enjoyed wherever dead wood and driftwood are available. We do not want to add to the large-scale deforestation problem in the country. You will find the Nepalese people friendly, charming, inquisitive and quite ignorant about the west. We request you to maintain and follow the local customs. Handouts by trekkers have led to increase begging especially among village children, affecting their independent-spirited nature.

As dental hygiene is a big problem no chocolate and sweets for the children, please. The Sherpa leader/Escort can advise you if you are keen to help locally.

9. MONEY ON TREK:
You may want to buy drinks at wayside shops and souvenirs from the natives. Small change should be carried. As customary, we can help discuss in detail in the pre-trek briefing.

1. YOUR STAFF ON THE TRIP:
Will consist of one English speaking Sirdar (Guide) and Assistance Guide or Escort who will be wholly responsible for the execution of the trip once it hits the trail. He will be assisted by Sherpa(s)

2.WHAT TO CARRY DURING THE TREK:
Your daypack, preferably waterproof should be light, small and comfortable. All small personal items like toilet paper, water bottle, medicines, extra shirt, light warm wears, rain gear, gloves etc., that may be needed for the days trek should be packed. Your duffel will be carried by porters who may not be with you at all times.

3.GENERAL MATTERS:
Your personal belongings will be looked after by our staff so please help them by not leaving them unattended in villages and other public places. Campfires will be enjoyed wherever dead wood and drift wood are available. We do not want to add to the large scale deforestation problem in the country. You will find the Nepalese people friendly, charming, inquisitive and quite ignorant about the west. We request you to maintain and follow the local customs. Handouts by trekkers has led to increase begging especially among village children, affecting their independent-spirited nature. As dental hygiene is a big problem no chocolate and sweets for the children, please. The Sherpa leader/Escort can advise you if you are keen to help locally.

4. MONEY ON TREK:
You may want to buy drinks at wayside shops and souvenirs from the natives. Small change should be carried. As customary, we can help discuss in detail in the pre-trek briefing.