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TREKKING
(Refreshing the Body and Mind…)

In the Himalayas, trekking for pleasure is a relatively new phenomenon. It was not until 1953, when Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgey Sherpa scaled Mount Everest that Nepal was put on the map as a mountaineers and trekkers’ destination. Many people still do not know that trekking does not have to be agonizingly difficult. Most treks follow old trails with good facilities on the way. Trekking at lower altitude, for instance in Helambu (maximum 3,200m) or Langtang (maximum 3,800m) strongly reduces the chance of large temperature drops or altitude sickness. Trails are often steep, but you can walk at your own pace, enjoying the extra comfort of organized trekking: a comfortable bed, appetizing food, camping chairs and toilets, a well trained guide, as well as experienced porters.

The Himalayas are the home of mountain people such as the Sherpas, as well as the legendary snow leopard, blue sheep, yak and – why not? – The Yeti. A trekking in the Himalaya not only brings physical satisfaction; it allows the visitor to journey through an ancient culture that is steeped in the Buddhist religion

The best way to experience Nepal’unbeatable combination of natural beauty and cultural riches is to walk through them. One can walk along the beaten trails or virgin tracks. Either way you are in for an experience for a lifetime. Along with forests of rhododendron, isolated hamlets, and small mountain villages, birds, animals, temples, monasteries and breathtaking landscapes, you will also encounter friendly people of different cultures – offering a fascinating glimpse of traditional rural life.Trekking is possible any time of the year depending on where you are going. The popular seasons are spring and autumn. During winter, trekking is possible at lower altitudes. During the monsoon season, you can trek in the rain shadow areas north of the Himalayas like Mustang, Upper Manang and Dolpa. These places are out of reach of the rain clouds because of the high mountains and are unaffected by the monsoon. The best part about trekking in this season is that the routes are less crowded and if you happen to be a keen botanist, you will revel in lush vegetation as meadows blossom in full swing. To ensure quality service and safety, it is advisable to make the trekking programs through a government recognized trekking agency.

On average, trekking consists of walking daily 5 to 7 hours, 9 to 14 Kms on a series of ascents and descents. The immense contrasts in altitude and climates found here support an equally spectacular mix of lifestyle and wildlife. Nepal is a pioneer in the sport of trekking.

TYPES OF TREKKING
Tented Camp Treks
Most trekking mentioned here are Tented Camp Treks. While enjoying the excellent services of a guide and porters, your home in the mountains is a Tented camp that is set up every day. The tents, produced by North Face, are among the best available, while the food from our Tented canteen is known for its amazing quality. The treks include a comfortable foam mattress, sleeping bags, dining tent and toilet tent, as well as three meals and morning and afternoon tea and coffee.

Tea House Treks
For those preferring indoor accommodation Tea House Treks, which feature lodging in Local Mountain lodges? Your guide who feature lodging in Local Mountain lodges. Your guide and porters will ensure that the food is prepared in a hygienic way, and that you receive the best possible service. Happy Adventure Trekking offers seven specially designed Tea House Treks in Everest, Annapurna, and Helambu and Langtang areas.

TREK GRADING
Trekking routes can be categorized into four groups according to altitude, duration and nature of trek.

Easy
Maximum altitude 3800 m, easy walking, suitable for any age groups, no altitude sickness, can be operated in big groups, duration 05 – 15 days etc.

Moderate
Maximum altitude 5000 m passes through high passes and leads up till the base camp, duration 10 – 20 days etc.

High Altitude
Altitude more than 5000 m passes through very remote, glacier and ice falls. Trekker should know all including technical knowledge about trekking, duration 20 – 30 days etc.

Alpine
Purely Alpine, trekker requires completely prior experience, technical Knowledge and his own personal gears, duration 25 – 45 days etc.