Kanchenjunga Extreme Trek(TripID #NV-0090)

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Trip Overview

Kanchenjunga Extreme Trek is an adventurer trek with the third highest mountain in the world and one of the remote trekking areas in the north-eastern border Himalaya of Nepal and joined with Sikkim if India. This is one of the listed treks in the Nepal and this trek start from the Hile and finished after fly out from Taplejung. The commence trekking up Tamor valley along one of the oldest trade routes in the Himalaya with the lush rhododendron forests you climb on into high alpine terrain beyond the village of Gunsa and a camp established high above this village that provides outstanding views of massif Kanchenjunga. We pass the Lapsung La pass and Mirgin and trek on the Yalung Glacier and Kanchenjunga Base Camp. This really is still explorative trekking and you must be prepared to take the trail as it comes.

This area is abundant in wildlife and habitation consists of only a few scattered villages. There is good wildlife as musk deer, blue sheep and for the believer, the Yeti. Magnificent views of Everest, Makalu and look up at massif Mt. Kanchenjunga towering south face is easily reward enough for your efforts. We walk on a following quiet trail through beautiful remote landscapes will make the trip worth while. You'll encounters with local Sherpa, Limbu and Rai communities and trek down to Taplejung ends you trek with great memories.


Sample day on "Kanchenjunga Extreme Trek"

All our treks are managed by a team of professionally trained Leader/guide responsible for all aspects of the running of the trek. Our special departure trek is well versed in the culture and natural history of the Himalayas. Your day start with a cup of hot tea served in your room. A member of the trekking staff followed by a bowl of hot washing water, after which you will be required to pack your luggage and the porters loaded whilst we are having breakfast. After breakfast we set off on the trail, enjoying the pleasant cool of the morning. Your day's trek involves navigating numerous picturesque forests, hills, mountains and the local villages for the next three hours. Around mid-day we usually stop for a pleasant spot along the way for lunch. Your midday lunch break usually lasts around an hour and is a time to relax, pop the boots off and air those feet! Plenty of time is allowed for photograph in the route. After lunch you'll walk another three hours or so, before you stop for the night. You have enough time to change, freshen up, before exploring an area.

Each evening is spent as per your interest for reading or chatting with the fellow trekkers and crew members or a pack of cards is an advantage; the crew love teaching various Nepali card games and learning new Western games. Our porters and Sherpa's also like to have singing and dancing competitions in which they love you to join in! Finally, it's off to bed for a well deserved night's rest before you start it all again.


Outline Itinerary

Day 01: 
Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Day 02: 
Kathmandu sightseeing
Day 03: 
Kathmandu to Hile, 45 minutes flight, 4 hrs drive
Day 04: 
Trek to Shiduwa, 4-5 hr walk
Day 05: 
Trek to Doorpani, 5-6 hrs walk
Day 06: 
Trek to Gupha Pokhari, 5-6 hrs walk
Day 07: 
Trek to Nesum, 5-6 hrs walk
Day 08: 
Trek to Taplejung, 5-6 hrs walk
Day 09: 
Trek to Chirwa, 5-6 hrs walk
Day 10: 
Trek to Sokathum, 5-6 hrs walk
Day 11: 
Trek to Amjilasha, 5-6 hrs walk
Day 12: 
Trek to Kyapra, 5-6 hrs walk
Day 13: 
Trek to Ghunsa, 5-6 hrs walk
Day 14: 
Trek to Khambachen, 5-6 hrs walk
Day 15: 
Acclimatization day
Day 16: 
Trek to Lhonak, 6-7 hrs walk
Day 17: 
Excursion day at Pangpema (5,140m/16,860ft)
Day 18: 
Khambachen to the Passes, 6-7 hr walk
Day 19: 
Mirgin High Camp or rest (4,800m/16,055ft)
Day 20: 
High Camp to Ramche, 4-5 hr walk
Day 21: 
Trek to Tseram, 4-5 hrs walk
Day 22: 
Trek to Torontan, 5-6 hrs walk
Day 23: 
Trek to Yamphudin, 5-6 hr walk
Day 24: 
Trek to Ponphe Dhara, 4-5 hrs walk
Day 25: 
Ponphe Dhara to Pha Khola, 5-6 hrs walk
Day 26: 
Trek to Taplejung, 3-4 hrs walk
Day 27: 
Fly to Kathmandu
Day 28: 
Leisure at Kathmandu
Day 29: 
Departure from Kathmandu

Detail Itinerary for Kanchenjunga Extreme Trek


Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Welcome to Himalayan country of Nepal. Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan intl. airport our representative welcomes you and assists to transfer in your hotel in Kathmandu. After time to get refreshed, evening you'll meet and transfer for welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepalese restaurant in the heart of Kathmandu and briefing about your trip and overnight at Hotel.


Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing & trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Today, morning we will ready after your breakfast to head on for our guided day trip to world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley and visit the highlights of Kathmandu and the surrounding areas. We take you to visit the pilgrimage sites of Hindus temple Pashupatinath, one of the most important shrine of Shiva temples on the subcontinent which is place of thousand of devotees, Saddhus (holy men/Baba), and can be seen the cremating body most of the times in the holy riverbank of Bagmati. Hundreds of monkeys are giggling with you and take a time to exploring surrounding area and visit Bouddhanath stupa an another pilgrimage centre which is most popular and important place for Buddhist. You can explore with rounding prayer wheel and flattering colorful flag with melodious chanting noise. After your lunch at Bouddha visit Swoyambhunath stupa also known as monkey temple covering wide range of area with highest point of Kathmandu valley and enjoy the 360 degrees of valley view. After exploring the surrounding areas visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square which is old royal palace of Kathmandu and can be seen lot of temple, architectures and Kumari (living goddess) and walk in a freak street and late afternoon back to hotel and evening briefing about your trip, what is your responsibility, what to do and doesn't in the trek? Introduce with our fellow trekking staff and chances to ask remaining question and remaining time explore the surrounding areas or simply relax at the hotel.


Day 03: Kathmandu to Hile (1,850m/6,068ft), 45 minutes flight, 4 hrs drive
This morning 45 minutes flight takes you to the Biratnagar, a south-eastern region of Nepal and an industrial city in the lowlands of eastern Nepal, and we'll drive 4 hrs get to Hile bazzar and one of the best scenic ridge above the Dhankuta, domain the Tibetan style and we camp here for tonight. After arrival it is nice place to walk around and explore the surrounding areas. Tomba, a local wine is very famous made by millet, can get in local restaurants.


Day 04: Hile to Shiduwa (2,020m/6,626ft), 4-5 hr walk
Today, after the morning breakfast we start our first day trekking along a ridge to Buranse Danda towards the Tamur River. You may enjoy your first day walk with scenic beauties and local area. We will arrive at a ridge of Shiduwa for overnight stay in tented camp.


Day 05: Shiduwa to Doorpani (2,890m/9,479ft), 5-6 hrs walk
After camp breakfast we are continuing our journey to Doorpani. We walk through the forest to Chitre and may have chance to see wildlife surrounding area. The scenic view of Mt. Makalu and Chamlang are outstanding and main highlights of the day. Finally we'll arrive at hamlet of Doorpani passing through the rhododendron forest and we'll stay in overnight at camp.


Day 06: Door Pani to Gupha Pokhari (2,950m/9,676ft), 5-6 hrs walk
We start our trek this morning with a gently climb in a rhododendron forest and reach at the ridge of hill and we continuing down to the village of Tongise Phedi. We are continuing our walk to the Chanki where local used for summer pasture and further walk to grassy fields with a view of Makalu ranges and arrive at Mangal Barahi pass where from can be seen spectacular view of massif Kanchenjunga range. This pass has decorated with lot of Mani stone (Secret Buddhist carved stone) and descent to Gupha Pokhari for the overnight camp.


Day 07: Gupha Pokhari to Nesum (2,600m/8,528ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Today, our walk starts to cross the pass at (3,025m/9,922ft) and descend through the dense forest to get to the Gurja Gaun. After this village we continue our journey towards the Nesum where we will stop for the overnight. A great view of Mt. Kanchenjunga and Mt. Jannu behind us, enjoy the scenic beauty from your camp.


Day 08: Nesum to Taplejung (1,824m/5,983ft), 5-6 hrs walk
After camp breakfast we start our journey towards the Taplejung which is a central hub of the surrounding areas. We descend to Dovan through the scenic landscapes and passing through the paddy field to get to Dovan (Dovan means confluence), and trek to Tamor River. We further walk to Taplejung for the overnight and remaining day explores the surrounding town.


Day 09: Taplejung to Chirwa (1,500m/4,935ft), 5-6 hrs walk
We start our pleasant walk up the Tamor River and reach at valley which is inhabitant by the ethic Limbu sect. one of the popular sect in the north eastern part of Nepal. They are the descendants from the Kirati warriors who ruled some kingdom of Nepal before the modern Nepal says Nepalese history.
We walk further to Chirwa, a small town with few houses and local shops and nearby we'll camp for overnight.


Day 10: Chirwa to Sokathum (1,600m/5,248ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Today, we start our journey through the Tamor and reaches at Tapethok and we'll cross the bridge over the Simbuwa Khola which is formed by the Yalung glacier. We start our climb to the ridge to join the Ghunsa khola valley. We'll continuing our walk further to Sokathum by the river bank where we'll stay overnight at the camp.


Day 11: Sokathum to Amjilasha (2,490m/8,167ft), 5-6 hrs walk
We start our walk through the river gorge and follow the up stream and climb steeply to the top from where you can enjoys the view of Ghunsa khola below where we passed the trail. After the top we again descend to the small village settled in mountain side called Amilasha village for the overnight stop. Enjoy walking around the typical surrounding village and night at our regular camp.


Day 12: Amjilassa to Kyapra (2300m/7544ft), 5-6 hrs walk
After the breakfast start your walk with all crews steeply uphill to get to the Kyapra. Lunch will be serving at the middle part en-route to Kyapra. Today you'll have a real climbing the middle hill and quite tiring after a long walk. This place is settle in the terrace hills above the Ghunsa River and we'll enjoy the scenic beauties of the landscapes.


Day 13: Kyapra to Ghunsa (3,550m/11,670ft), 5-6 hrs walk
We'll have a pleasant walk firstly descend to Ghunsa River again and climb the Phere village from right bank of the Ghunsa River. We'll walk further to Ghunsa village through the forested path of rhododendron and climb easily to the ridge before descending the River again and crossing after the wooden bridge will get to the Ghunsa village. Enjoy your evening time to explore the surrounding villages and overnight at camp.


Day 14: Ghunsa to Khambachen (4,040m/13,251ft), 5-6 hrs walk
We are reaching at the alpine zone from where we can be seen the Jannu glacier view. We walk further with a glimpse of the Mt. Jannu. Enjoy the days with a Mountain View and feel the difficulty walk in the high place. You may feel the short breathing while walking and suggest drinking water sufficiently. We will arrive at mountain sides at our camp to Khambachen after descending from the ridge and overnight at camp.


Day 15: Acclimatization day
You'll have full day rest for acclimatization after long days and even pleasure to be wild and far from the city area. One of the best opportunity be a way from the modern technology and has been so far and enjoy with a scenic beauty with refreshing environment and enjoy the day with crews.


Day 16: Khambachen to Lhonak (4,790m/15,711), 6-7 hrs walk
We shall now start our walk with real adventures to climb to the edge of Kanchenjunga glacier after a long walk. You can enjoy the view and lot of picturesque scenery all the way to Lhonak. During the walk feel the adventurous and cross the Lhonak glacier before arrive at Lhonak camp for the overnight. This place offers the best view of Mera peak (6,476m/21,242ft) a famous trekking peak in Makalu region.


Day 17: Excursion day at Pangpema (5,140m/16,860ft)
Today we'll walk for the day excursion at pangpema which is a superrb view point of this area. From here you can see the excellent view of the towering peak of Kanchenjunga and more scenic view of the surrounding area. After the breathtaking view and picturesque scenic massif mountains stroll back to Khambachen for the overnight.


Day 18: Khambachen to the Passes, 6-7 hr walk
Today we have most challenging day cross over two passes as Lapsang la pass (5180m/16990ft) and Mirgin pass (4500m/14760ft). Depends on a weather condition, we'll decide on the spot, what we can do. This will be the tuff and long day as we reach at our camp to High camp.


Day 19: Mirgin High Camp or rest (4,800m/16,055ft)
Today, we'll have full day rest here. Depends on a weather condition this will be the extra day to immerse you and get power back and reserve for coming days. If we be able to cross one pass last day we continue our next pass today and if already success to crossed two passes then you'll have full day rest.


Day 20: High Camp to Ramche (4,580m/15,022ft), 4-5 hr walk
Today, after breakfast we descend our trek to the Simbuwa khola valley and further walk to Ramche where we'll have overnight. On the way you will have chance to see the picturesque scenery and walk o your pace. Feel the Himalayan refreshment after the two crosses. Ramche is situated ona broad, flat ablation zone.


Day 21: Ramche to Tseram (3,770m/12,403ft), 4-5 hrs walk
We'll walk to day trip to explore the ablation valley near Yalung glacier and best view of Mt. Kanchenjunga. There is a chorten for the view point from here we can have a magnificent view of the south face of massif Kanchenjunga and the range. A frozen lake, crystal clear streams and views of Kokthan, Rathong and Kabru are the highlights of this walk and we stroll back to Tseram for the overnight stop, where the night-time temperature plummets.


Day 22: Tseram to Torontan (3080m/10,102ft), 5-6 hrs walk
This morning we'll trek down to passing through the glacier view and getting the sub tropic zone. We are walk on a forested path of rhododendron and pine forest. On the way down you'll have best view of scenic the snow-capped giants behind and of the massive snout of the Yalung Glacier and after reach at Torontan overnight at camp.


Day 23: Torontan to Yamphudin (1,635m/5,379ft), 5-6 hr walk
Today, as our journey we again descend to Yamphudin, which is a hamlet with mixed community of different sects are the Sherpa, Limbu, Rai and Gurung. It is a real ethnic village after Ghunsa. Explore the village to know the real lifestyle of ethnic group in the Himalaya. After exploring the area stroll back to camp.


Day 24: Yamphudin to Ponphe Dhara (1,680m/5,510ft), 4-5 hrs walk
As our continuing journey, today we descend the Kabel River through the scenic landscapes. After the Kabel Khola we'll further walk to climb to Ponphe for the overnight stop.


Day 25: Ponphe Dhara to Pha Khola, 5-6 hrs walk
Today, we start to climb to a ridge then descend through a series of side valleys past Phudin village to Kesawa. The trail continues to ascend to a Gurung settlement at Bhanjyang. From here the trail circule a ridge and descends to the Limbu village of Khunjari, where we camp on the banks of Pha Khola and overnight at camp.


Day26: Pha Khola to Taplejung, 3-4 hrs walk
Today, we'll have the last day after long trek and an easy walking down to the Taplejung and overnight at camp. As a last day we celebrate the dinner with crew member and enjoy the evening after completion the long and adventurous trek and overnight at camp.


Day 27: Taplejung to Kathmandu
Today, fly to Kathmandu via Biratnagar or direct flight depends on the flight schedule and season. We will come to Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel and remaining time simply rest and relax at the hotel.


Day 28: Leisure at Kathmandu
This pleasant day you may have full day at leisure and either relax at hotel or explore the Thamel and overnight at hotel.


Day 29:

Departure from Kathmandu
Today is free or last minute shopping for souvenirs or gift to your family, friends or relatives for you until your departure flight/drive or to commence any extra trips or activities you may have booked with us. If departing, you'll be transferred to the International Airport for your departure flight to your onwards destination.

We wish you a wonderful Himalayan adventure with us!


Prices

$3300 per person
Please Check Our Fixed Departure Dates & Pricing for year 2010 in Departure Dates Tab


Inclusions:

  • Airport arrival and departure by private vehicle
  • Deluxe twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu
  • All local transportation by private vehicle in Kathmandu
  • Welcome dinner in one of the typical Neplese restaurant with the cultural and musical programs in Kathmandu
  • Farewell dinner in one of the best restaurant in Kathmandu
  • Sightseeing trip with English speaking city tour guide in Kathmandu as per itinerary with private vehicle & monument entry fees
  • Kathmandu to Biratnagar & Taplejung to Kathmandu by flight
  • Biratnagar to Hile by bus
  • Meal on full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea & coffee) basis during the trek
  • Accommodation on tented camp during the trek
  • All camping gear & Kitchen Utensils
  • Trek leader, cook & Sherpa helper, all necessary payments
  • All required entry fee and permit
  • Exclusive medical kit bag
  • Sleeping bag and down jacket on hiring basis on request
  • All government and local taxes
  • Intl. flight ticket re-confirmation
  • Submit your tourist registration form to the require embassy/consulate
Exclusions:
  • Visa fees, intl. airfare & departure taxes
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Lunch and dinner in city
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters
  • Tips for driver, guides and porters
  • Any services does not include in service inclusive column

All prices are in US dollars and do not include international airfare, unless otherwise noted.

Departure Dates Kanchenjunga Extreme Trek

We provides a series of fixed departure trek, tour and expeditions in Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan and India. If you are single and wishing to be with a group, you can join our fixed departure schedule. If the schedule dates are not convenient for you, contact us & let us know; we are more than happy to customize our trips to suit your needs. If any individuals or group doesn’t wants to join with our other group we can operate as per your wishing way. We are ground operator of these Himalayan destinations and able to arrange your trip as per your interested date and choice.

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Useful information before joining this trip


Trekking Group
In our trekking group the minimum number will be 2 persons and the maximum number will be 10 persons. For single also we organize the trip with single supplement (except some region most require minimum 2 persons), also you may join with our group in Kathmandu but make sure before you book the trip and concern more than 11 persons it doesn't mean we are not operating, we do on request. To keep the limit group size which means we can provide a best services and personal take care to our valuable clients.

Physical Requirements
Trekkers who are making their plan to travel in the Himalaya, this most require a good health condition and physically fitness with mentally refreshed. You are walking in the Himalaya about 4 to 7 hrs everyday and reaches at highest place. Depends on your trip you are starting your trek from 1000m/3280 feet 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 to consult with your Medical Doctor and in his/her references go for your trip booking process.

Our Trek Leaders and Staffs
Nepal Vision is a well stabilized trekking 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) who are working with us since 1992 and some are trainers. Most of our field staffs are from the local area covering from eastern to western Himalayan ranges, which support the local people directly. They have good health fitness as well as well experience with good knowledge of team leading in the Himalayan region. We also provide the training to our staff increasing their work efficiency and some of have already trained. Please find the training list below, which we provide to our fellow trekking staffs,

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

Our operation is smooth as a safety concern: For our trek group, there will be one Leader and one Sherpa porter for two persons and above this will be one Leader, one assistance leader and one Sherpa porter based on two persons. This ensure if in case of one get sick, it would not disturb the itinerary and fellow members, the trip still running as plan as in itinerary. And please understand that our group starts from 2 and maximum it goes up to 10 which is good team to communicate and facilitate in every manner.

Porter Care: In our group member each has allowed his/her gear bag weighted not exceeding than 15kgs/33 pounds that we strongly care of porters rights and solely against any exploitation on its operation and we are closely working with IPPG (International Porters Progress Group).

Meals and Accommodation
We will provide all meals on full board basis during the trekking period. On teahouse trek we'll be providing from the teahouse menu three times a day (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and tea & coffee during the meal), On camping trek we will be providing fresh & hygienic food prepared by our camp chef and assistance from our own kitchen, which we set up everyday. During the stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara meals on breakfast basis only included in the price. Snacks, bottled drinks including mineral water and alcohol are not included in the price.

We provide twin sharing accommodation as per your request during the stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara on B.B. plan. On teahouse style trek twin sharing accommodation on teahouse/Lodges and on camping style trek accommodation on twin sharing tented camp (Single occupancy available on request).

Clothing and Equipment
While you traveling Himalayan country this is most essential to know what to bring with you and what are the essential clothing and equipments during the travel. Basically, we suggest bringing based on season and altitude. Below the 3000 meters during the October to March needed medium weight clothing with light hiking boots and above 3000 meters needed highly wrapped equipment prefer down cloths with comfortable good trek boot. During the period of April to September below 3000 meters needed light weight clothing as T-shirt, rainproof trouser, fleece jacket, rain poncho and waterproof light boot and above the 3000 meters to be needed down, medium fabrics and good trek boot. Generally find the equipment list below for your personal use during your travel with us,

A pair of light hiking/trekking boots depend on your season and altitude, a pair of sandals, 2 pairs of woolen socks and some pair of hiking socks, 1 medium poly pro shirt, 1 pile jacket, 1 down jacket, 1 woolen hat , a pair of sunglasses, a pair of glove with liner, a pair of woolen gloves, 1 trekking pack 3000 cubic inches capacity, sunscreen lotion SPF 10 to 25 and sunscreen stick SPF 10 to 30, some reading books (optional), 1 walkman (optional) and music tapes (optional), a one liter water bottle, a pair of trekking poles as per your physical condition, 1 flash light with few sets of batteries, 1 sleeping bag (-5 to -20) depends on your season and altitude, 2 t-shirts and one long sleeve t-shirt, 1 trekking baggy pant, rain poncho, nail cutter, Swiss knives etc. are the recommendable to bring with you. Also most of the equipments can buy or hire in Kathmandu.

Acclimatization
Our itinerary specially tailored considering with a high degree of minimization of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). Normally, altitude sickness stars from 3,600 meters/11808 feet and there is no problem below this standard. During your trip this is a best solution go slowly with body acclimatization. Consider in the higher altitude there is less oxygen in the air. Suppose, crossing high passes more than 5,000 meters/ 16,400 feet, there is 50% less oxygen than at sea level. Your body needs many days to acclimatization during the travel in high Himalaya.

Check out "Altitude illness" by Dr Jim Duff.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is most essential if you are going to travel in the Himalaya; which protect your financial securities and compensate your lost property as well as life security. We are requesting to bring your travel insurance with you. Travel insurance should cover helicopter evacuation to be required and in case of any emergency, we talking with your insurance company then provide the evacuation for your life safety. Unless here in Kathmandu available on request.

Climate and Weather
Nepal is a country of diversified in a topography starting from 60 meters to top of the world 8,848 meters. Basically we have dry season from October to May and the wet season (monsoon) from June to September. Mid September to end of the November is one of the best times and also March to May good to visit in Nepal. During the autumn the vegetation is lush after the rains of the monsoon and the air is clean and fresh and spring can be a little dusty but with pleasant & warm weather. December to February is good for visibility but cold in high altitude as well as Kathmandu too. Starting the rain from June and till the mid of the September and cloudy weather badly for visibility.

Passport and Visa Requirements
Before you traveling check your passport and validity date. You most require a valid passport to visit out of country. Passports most have at least 6 months validity after finish date of your trip. We most require your copy of full passport details with correct spelling written in your passport or scan copy is most preferable.

In Nepal you will require a visa which can be obtained in advance from the Nepalese Embassy from your country or you can get on arrival at the airport in Kathmandu.

  • Multiple entry 15 days US$ 25 or equivalent convertible currency.
  • Multiple entry 30 days US$ 40 or equivalent convertible currency.
  • Multiple entry 90 days US$ 100 or equivalent convertible currency.
Tourist visa can be extended for maximum period of 150 days in a single visa year with an additional charge. Please visit for more information: www.immi.gov.np

Permits and fees
In Nepal, you most require a permits and fees to enter a certain areas such as World heritage sites, National Park, restricted areas along climbing as well. All the trip prices are including the cost of relevant permits and entrance fees. Incase of any such conditions we will inform you if required any additional permit fees before you make a booking with us.

Health and Medical Information
Our all staffs are well experienced travelers and sharing their experience to achieve the traveler's ambition. In fact, we specialized in the Himalayan travel and we all are from Himalayan region with plenty of local knowledge, which is a key factor to provide the standard service to our clients. Our all services based on client's safety and satisfaction. We provide the high range of quality services and personally taking care during the trip. Each of our guides carries medical kit bag for occurring incidents during the travel. As a result we have best recommendation from our previous clients.

Environmental Concerns
We are highly sensible to protect our natural environment and participating with many environmental clean up campaigns. Our responsible tourism carries good message to the locals and we insists and train them do's and don't, how to keep good environment etc. Besides this tourism industry has an obligation to protect and preserve the natural environment for future generations as well.

To find out more about the clean-up campaigns and environmental awareness events we've run with KEEP, please click here for more information.

Our Experience
Nepal vision trek has been stabilized in 1992 with Govt. registered company based in Kathmandu, Nepal and we are working in adventure travel in the Himalaya of Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan and India carries long experience and built up own history in tourism. Our long experience in adventure travel, we are even more dedicated to fulfil our clients' requirement and always sincere with clients gratification. We are also delighted to say that many of our clients return again and again to travel with us and many of our new clients are through recommendations and word of mouth from happy and satisfied clients who have previously traveled with us.

How to Book
While you have chosen your trip, contact our head office by mail or phone to check the availability dates, groups or any remaining question you may have. We are happy to help and reply responsively as soon as possible. We'll hold your booking with us before your final decision. Please read properly our trip booking terms & conditions before your booking and fill up the booking form (download from our website) along with the appropriate deposit of 20 % per person in advance and payment made through the bank transfer or submit your credit card (visa/master card) details with booking form. When you choose the method of advance payment in an appropriate way, a signed and completed booking form will still be required for confirmation of booking. Bookings will only be confirmed once we receive a completed and signed booking form along with appropriate payment.

The final balance for your booking will be on arrival in Kathmandu. We will invoicing you after your arrival for the final balance along with other final pre departure details as appropriate. Your final invoice will show the price based on the previous quote at the time of invoicing.

We wish you a wonderful Himalayan adventure with us!

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