* What type of shape do I need to be in?
This trek is suitable for average people who are moderately fit, thus no previous experience is required. To get condition for the trek, some physical fitness programs such as running, swimming, hiking is recommended before you embark on journey. Person suffering from pre-existing diseases must seek medical advice before considering the trek. Whilst on the trek, it is common to experience some discomfort before being fully acclimatized.

* Do we need any mountaineering experience?
No mountaineering experience is required as long as you're in your sound physical shape & have a sense of adventure will enjoy this trek.

* Is there any dangers that occur on these trips (robbery, kidnappings, etc...) due to Maoist uprising or is it a safe experience?
Nepal is absolutely safe country to travel. We do take every precaution to ensure the comfort and safety of the trekkers. In regards to political stress, everything has returned to normalcy lately after government - Maoist truce and Maoist party recently joint political mainstream after historical peace accord signed by both parties.

* 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.

* Do you have any referral customers?
To know about our former clients / 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.

* Do you use yaks on the trek or do we carry all of our own gear?
Whilst on the trek, our porter will take care of your luggage. All you need to carry is your small day bag for your personal belongings like camera, water bottle etc only.

*What is the food like in the Guesthouses?
Regarding food, you will have choice from menu. Freshly cooked food is served at all times (western, continental and Nepali meals are available in all places).

*How much should I plan on spending for each meal not included in Kathmandu?
In Kathmandu, you can allocate US$ 08 - 10 for a lunch / dinner.

*Do you know about how many total miles the trek is?
Total distance of the entire trek is about 75 miles.

*If we arrived in Kathmandu a day early would you arrange to pick us up from the airport?
Yes, we would organize airport pick up even if you arrive a day earlier.

*What hotel do we stay at in Kathmandu? Do you know how much an extra night in the hotel would cost?
Usually we use hotel de l’ Annapurna or hotel Shanker in Kathmandu. For additional night, extra US$ 80.00 per night / per double room is charged which is inclusive of breakfast and all taxes.

*What opportunities will we have to shower along the trek if any?
In major places (Namche Bazar, Lukla), we arrange room with hot shower. And in rest of the places, hotel water in bucket will be provided for shower; it would cost you extra about USD 3-4 per shower.

*Will there be opportunities to charge camera batteries along the trek?
Yes, you can charge batteries along the trek (per hour USD 2-3 for charging).

*Once we make the deposit can we get it back within a certain period of time if something happened?
As per the company policy, 20% initial deposit is required to book your seat which is non refundable. Please see Booking Terms and Conditions for more details.