Is
previous hiking experience required to go on a trek?
As long as you are in good physical shape, you do
not require any hiking experience for short treks.
However, if you are planning a trek longer than a
week, some physical
fitness programs such as running, swimming, hiking
is recommended before you embark on a trek.
What
equipment should I bring?
Please click
here to see the equipment list we recommend.
What
is Teahouse Trekking? And how it is organized?
Please click
here for the info.
What
is Camping trek, and it is organized?
Please click
here for the info.
Is
a Trekking permit required?
The government of Nepal no longer requires a trekking
permit for Everest, Annapurna, Langtang, and some
other regions. However, conservation permit or National
park permits are required for these regions. There
are few restricted trekking areas in Nepal, where
trekking permits are required. Please click
here to know where trekking permit is applicable.
What
happens if I get sick?
The most important thing is DON’T PANIC. You
should ALWAYS ensure that you have a well-stocked
and appropriate medical kit as well as sufficient
insurance in case you should have to be evacuated.
A slight case of diarrhea is to be expected, as well
as sprains and muscle aches – all a part of
walking in the hills. Altitude sickness is extremely
dangerous but mostly avoidable if you follow a few
simple rules: trek high and sleep low, drink at least
2 liters of water per day (not including beer or soft
drinks!), and BE SENSIBLE. If you feel shortness of
breath, a slight headache or dizziness, tell your
porter/guide and rest immediately. Lie down, drink
water. If you are still feeling unwell you may consider
going down a few hundred meters. Do not pretend you
are okay, and do not go down alone. A descent of a
few hundred meters overnight may be enough to make
you fully able to start trekking again tomorrow. For
more information, please click here.
What
are your payment terms?
To know about payment terms and condition please click
here.
How long have you been in business?
We have been serving in this field for over a decade and are trustable and government registered trekking agency.
Does
Nepal Trailblazer Trekking Company accept credit cards?
We accept Visa card and Master Card for payment. If
you are paying in person in Nepal, we request that
you pay in cash or Travelers cheques as the bank charges
for credit cards are quite high.
Do you have any referral customers?
To know about our former clients' referral, please mouse over www.trailblazertrekking.com/testimonials.html, and you may also watch video testimonial placed at our site www.trailblazertrekking.com/video.html.
What
is the maximum weight allowed on domestic flights?
The normal weight limit is 20 k.g. While the helicopter
shuttle system is operating the limit to Lukla is
15 kg.
How
many extra days should I allow in case of flight cancellation?
If you are flying from a remote mountain airstrip
like Lukla, Jomsom, Simikot, Taplejung and Dolpo,
we should keep at least two spare days before your
departure for home.
Is
it possible/easy to get equipment on hire?
There are trekking shops at Thamel, in kathmandu in
particular, where you can easily rent or buy items
like sleeping bags, down jackets, rucksacks and duffel
bags.
Is
communication to home possible while on trek?
There are telephones in many villages along the popular
trekking routes from which you can make international
calls.
Are
Nepal Trailblazer Trekking Company's trekking crew
insured?
Our company insures all our trekking staff, including
porters.
What
arrangements for drinking water are made while on
trek?
You should bring a one-liter water bottle with you
on the trek. We prefer that you purify water yourself
using iodine in order to save scarce fuel. We can
provide a limited amount of boiled water that you
can use to fill your water bottle in the evening.
What
if the guide/porter leaves me alone the trail?
Sometimes the porter/guide may go on ahead if you
are walking slowly on an easy trail, usually to find
a good place to eat or stay the night. However, this
doesn’t mean that you have been abandoned. Nepal Trailblazer Trekking Company's porters or guides will
Never leave you for long periods and will Never steal
your bag or belongings. It is Guaranteed.
How much is the weight limits that porters carry?
Weight limits for porters to carry a load is 30 k.g. in Nepal.
What
is the best season for trekking in Nepal? And can
I go trekking in the months of June and July?
The best time for trekking in Nepal is October to
early December and March/April. It is not very good
trekking during the monsoon season from June to August
except treks in the Himalayan rain shadow like Upper
Mustang, Dolpo and Kailash.
What
is the weather & temperature like?
Weather in the mountains is notoriously difficult
to predict. Of course, at night it is generally cold,
and in winter the days can be quite beautiful if the
sun is out. There can be snow or rain storms any time
of the year. Trekking in spring (March – April)
is particularly lovely as the rhododendrons are in
full bloom, and the mountains still have plenty of
high snow to enhance your photos. You need to be aware
that it can get pretty hot and sunstroke can be a
risk. Good polarizing sunglasses or glacier glasses
(not trendy fashion ones) for high altitudes/winter
treks, and a large brimmed hat are a necessity. It
is also important to make sure that you can stay warm
and dry in just about any conditions. Expect the unexpected!
Between 1000m and 3500m the
temperature could be as high as 20 deg C to 5 deg
C low. At higher altitude, the temperature ranges
from 20 deg C to -10 deg C. During winter it is around
10 deg colder.
Will
somebody come to pick me up at the Airport upon my
arrival?
Yes, our Airport Representative will come to the airport
to pick you up. Outside of Terminal Hall, he/she will
be displaying a play card of Nepal Trailblazer Trekking Company
with your name on it. Upon arrival,
you will be transferred to hotel or our office.