Trip Overview

Outline Itinerary

Detail Itinerary for Everest 3 Passes Trek- Renjola, Chola & Kongma La

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Useful information before joining this trip

Trekking Group
For this Everest 3 Passes trek, in our trekking group there will be one trek leader, one assistant trek leader and one Sherpa porter for each group of two trekkers. Generally in our group the minimum number of tourist will be two and the maximum group size is ten. For single traveler, we organize the trip with single supplement.

Meals and Accommodation
In Kathmandu we use deluxe hotel to ensure a comfortable stay and relaxed environment before and after your adventure. All breakfasts are included at the hotel in Kathmandu. Rooms throughout the trip are in twin share. A single supplement room is available at an additional cost.

While on the trek, full board of meal (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and tea & coffee) will be provided. This is a lodged based trek so we use foods from the lodges on our entire trekking time. The lodges we overnight provide good quality food in sufficient quantities.

Whilst trekking on the Everest, the accommodation is in guesthouses/ Mt. Lodge which are basic structures, generally with shared facilities but very comfortable. In some guesthouses, showers are available; where there are no showers; there are private facilities in which you can sponge bath.

Acclimatization
We are experts at operating adventure trips at high-altitude destinations. Every trip we run has a realistic acclimatization program. Our treks are designed to allow gradual height gain, spread over a number of days. There is no way of predicting who will suffer from altitude but, for the vast majority of people, a slow ascent to height will produce minimal effects. Acclimatizing takes time and there are no safe shortcuts. All trips to altitudes in excess of 3,000 meters carry medicines essential to the treatment of altitude illness, and our leaders are trained to administer them and to know the symptoms.

Our Trek Leaders and Staffs
Your Trek Leader’s role is to ensure all aspects of the trip run smoothly. They will share their local knowledge, advice on how to fill your free time and co-ordinate the day to day running of the tour – although occasionally he may need your understanding if things do not go according to plan. If you have any problems on the tour, please let your Trek Leader know so that steps can be taken to put it right.

We are a well stabilized adventure company and we employed professional trek leader (who are based on English speaking and few are multi-lingual's) and required crew member (they have basic knowledge of communication). We also provide the training to our staff increasing their work efficiency. And our guides are intimately familiar with all local castes and customs along the trails and will share with you many cultural insights that are not covered in any guide book. You will have good chance to learn Nepali phrases, cultural things and more on your Trekking. Nepal Vision trained its guide/trekking staff on following course.

Trekking Guide Training & licensed- Government of Nepal, Ministry of Tourism & Civil Aviation department of Hotel Management & Tourism Training Centre.
Eco Trekking Workshop & Adventure Meet TAAN (Trekking Agents Association of Nepal)
Intensive Wilderness First Aid KEEP (Kathmandu Environmental Educational Project)
English Language
Conservation & Biodiversity KEEP
Rock & Ice Climbing & Mountaineering (optional) Nepal Mountaineering Association

Travel Insurance
To be adequately protected in terms of insurance, you will need specialist travel insurance for participation in this challenging adventure. You should be careful about your travel insurance policy that covers helicopter evacuation, cancellation of trip, injury, death, lost baggage, theft, liability, medical treatment and expenses is strongly recommended.

If you are injured and unable to travel, you can ask for a rescue helicopter from a remote area only if you have definite proof you can pay for it. Nepal Vision Treks have an agreement in Kathmandu that guarantees payment for helicopter evacuations. They pay a cash deposit to the helicopter operator and collect the money from you/your insurance once you have been rescued. Be sure your policy specifically covers mountaineering or alpinism or you may have a difficult time settling a claim.

Vaccination:
Vaccination is most important while travelling as to prevent you from the possible diseases. For traveling to Nepal; we recommend you to take a vaccination of Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Hepatitis A etc. However it is not really a must to have but it is recommended. You should check up with your doctor prior to the departure to your trip. Your doctor will have access to the most up to date information on the required vaccinations for the country you will be visiting.

Physical and Mental Requirements
Trekkers who are making their plan to travel in the Himalaya, most require three basic components of preparation - aerobic, strength, and mental. Aerobic conditioning is important primarily because you will trekking in thin air, up to 50% less than at sea level. With good aerobic conditioning you will be able to minimizing the potential effects of Altitude Mountain Sickness (AMS). Hiking for at least two hours per day with some weight on your back is the best way to prepare yourself for trekking. Running, cycling (outdoor or stationary), Nordic track, hill climbing, or any exercise that gets your heart rate into the aerobic range for sustained periods of time.

Every day you will walk in the Himalaya around 4 to 7 hrs and reaches at highest place to 5550m/18204 feet. So, health is a most essential part for your adventure travel. Nepal Vision treks most require your medical fitness certificate prior to your booking. Before the trip booking with us we suggest you to consult with your Medical Doctor and in his/her references go for your trip booking process.

Trekking in the Himalayas is a relatively safe activity and mishaps or problems are usually minor. However, unpleasant things can occur on a long trek. You might have a bout of mild illness, not sleep as well as usual, find the trek pace too fast or slow any number of things might be annoying or stressful during some part of your trek. Before you leave for Nepal, think about the journey as more than just a quest to reach a destination. Try to imagine your trip as an opportunity to experience whatever happens as an essential part of the journey. It doesn’t matter so much whether you actually reach your ultimate goals of your trek or not but You should be prepared to find joy and fulfillment in all the moments of your trip, including the less pleasant ones that you hadn’t expected. Preparing to keep a very positive frame of mind throughout your trip, along with good physical conditioning, will insure that you are ready to experience all the wonders of Nepal.

Health and Fitness for trekker
We strongly recommend our clients for consulting the doctor before planning your holidays. You should obtain professional advice from a travel clinic or your local GP about which vaccinations to have before you arrive in Nepal. Your doctor will advise current inoculation requirements. If a doctor has recommended against travel or indicated travel may be inconvenient then inform us of the details. On all trekking and exploratory trips technical experience is not required, hiking/camping experience is an advantage, but by far the most important thing is a positive attitude and a generous amount of determination.

Porter Care:
We are very sincere using porters for our treks. Our porters are fully equipped, insured from the company. On trek; the maximum weight allowance for porter carrying is 15kgs/33 pounds. We are closely working with international porter’s progress in Nepal and strongly care of porter’s rights solely against any exploitation during trip.

Recommended books & Reading:
Prior to the departing to Nepal or at its mountain, it is always good to have reading some travel reference books to know much about the country, its peoples and customs which help you a lot to prepare yourself for traveling smoothly. The books are- Lonely Planet of Nepal, Nepal Travel Guide book, Trekking in the Everest Region Etc.

Ethical and environmental considerations
The Nepal Vision Treks is committed to adopting a responsible attitude to the areas we visit. We are guests of the communities visited and with some thought and care we can ensure that everyone benefits from the experience. We have developed a Responsible Tourism policy which aims to ensure that the Nepal Vision treks and its clients act in a way that is socially, environmentally and culturally sound.

On this trip: Our policy of staying in locally owned accommodation, having local group members and using transport owned and operated by local people wherever possible. Our small groups (maximum of 10 people) have a minimal impact on the Himalayas' fragile environment as we explore predominantly on foot. All trek guides are responsible for ensuring that the guests understand the nature of the environment that they are in and minimize the impact that they may have.

Charity: We work in partnership with rural village communities. We work with some of the world’s poorest communities where three out of four children die before the age of five. We also support local people to develop a balance between their needs and the wildlife with which they share the natural habitat and ecosystems.

Our Experience
Nepal Vision has been operating adventure holidays in the Himalaya since 1992 and specializes in responsible travel. We offer small group adventure expeditions to Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet and the Indian Himalaya. Our unrivalled itineraries reflect our long experience in the region. All our treks are accompanied by a highly experienced local leader ensuring safe acclimatization at every stage.

Nepal Vision is one of the world’s leading adventure Travel Company offering hundred of itineraries on this continent for small group active adventures and expeditions, walking tours and cultural journeys. The company has been operating trekking and adventure travel holidays and vacations. Each itinerary has several scheduled departure dates throughout the whole year.

Our all-inclusive, no hidden extras pricing policy combined with longer, creative itineraries and the use of quality ground services attracts people who have high expectations of their travel experiences.

How to Book
To join a Trekking adventure, please contact us and advise which adventure you'd like to book. We'll send you the relevant booking form (along with our terms & conditions) which you'll need to complete and return to us. A completed booking form and non-refundable deposit of 20% (per person) is required to confirm a place on your selected adventure.

Please don't hesitate to contact us in relation to any questions you may have regarding our booking process.

Clothing and Equipment

Correct Clothing & Equipments are essential for a safe and enjoyable trek. As part of the booking process, we will provide you with a comprehensive clothing and equipment list for the Everest Traverse trek. Experienced trekkers will often take only a selection of these items based on what has worked in the past. Please find the equipment list below for your personal use during your travel with us.

Headwear:
• Wool or fleece hat
• Sun hat, Scarf
• Sunglasses
• Head torch and extra batteries

Footwear:
• Walking boots
• Wool and liner socks
• Sandals

Clothing:
• Waterproof jacket and trousers
• Trekking trousers
• Long sleeve shirts
• Micro fleece
• Mid to heavyweight fleece
• Sleeveless or body warmer type fleece
• Thermals or base layer for top & bottom (merino wool or synthetic)
• Fleece pants
• Medium weight down jacket

Hand wear:
• Fleece gloves
• Warms mittens and/or gloves

Personal Equipment:
• Sleeping bag
• Day Backpack (20ltrs recommended) for day use
• Stuff sacks for keeping your gear dry and organized
• Two water bottles (Nalgene wide mouth bottles are the best)
• Sunscreen and lip salve with a high SPF
• Insect repellent
• Water purification tablets (Pristine, Biox Acqua or Acqa Mira)
• Favorite snack food
• Books, I-pod and cards etc,
• Trekking poles,
• Camera with spare batteries and memory cards
• Insurance certificate

Travelling:
• Duffle bag or large backpack for your personal gear on the trek
• Bring a small combination padlock to secure the bag
• Travel clothes; You will need casual clothing for air travel days and time spent in Kathmandu
• Toiletry bag include toilet paper, soap, towel, toothbrush, etc.

Personal first aid kit:
• Any personal medications, Diamox (best recommended for altitude sickness)

We supply down jackets and down sleeping bags for all our trips. The above list is one 'rough guide' of kit which you'll need to consider before leaving home. Each trekker should carry one backpack for items required during the day. Your day backpack will contain items such as warm clothes, jacket, camera, water bottles, and personal first aid kit and day snacks. The rest of your personal equipment packed in a duffel bag or backpack will be carried by a porter.