Trekking & Equipment Checklist !
Nepal is a trekker’s paradise. More than 85% of the total population live in rural areas. Although transport and communications have brought about great changes in the lives of the people, many still live a simple rural life. One need not be a mountaineer or experienced walker to trek in different parts of the country.
Various tours of trekking are offered, from one to several days. When Colonel Jimmy Robes opened Mountain Travel in 1955, his travel company began the history of trekking in Nepal. The concept was similar to the expedition approach used by mountaineers, with guides, porters & tents. Since 80’s the infrastructures for trekking have developed to a very high standard. Currently, in Nepal, two kinds of trekking are popular- Tea house or Lodge trekking and Tent Trekking.
What is Tea house Trekking? And how it is organized?
Teahouse trekking is guided walking and very popular in the well-developed tourist regions including Annapurna, Everest and Langtang – Helambu, where western cuisine as well Nepalese food (Dalbhat) is available. Overnight accommodation is in good, clean guest houses, lodges and hotels.
Trekking equipment checklist
When selecting your personal items, keep in mind the number of days you’ll be camping, the time of year and the altitude. We advise our clients to bring these
Items:
- Down Sleeping Bag,
- Down Jacket,
- Long sleeved shirt,
- Jumper or fleecy jacket,
- T – shirts ,
- Trekking shoes or boots,
- Comfy shoes for around the camp,
- Mountain trekking boots,
- Polypropylene/wool socks,
- Light cotton socks,
- for under wool socks,
- Rucksack,
- Sun hat,
- Woolen hat,
- Gloves ,
- Sun block for lips,
- Goggles or sunglasses,
- Long underwear,
- Insulated pant,s Nylon windbreaker,
- Nylon wind pants,
- Water bottle,
- Sewing kit,
- Medical & first aid kit,
- Flash light,
- Batteries and bulbs
- Towel and toiletries
Trekking Season
Trekking is possible throughout the year, depending on the region. There are areas unaffected by the monsoon season. October through May is recommended. Less popular is from the end of May to early September, but certain areas such as Mustang or Dolpo, behind the Himalayas, remain pleasant during these months.