Fitness and health.

People of all ages and fitness levels enjoy trekking in Nepal. Although it can be strenuous, the trails are well maintained. As mentioned, you will have your own personal guide so you can go at your own pace and take a break anytime you wish. For people worried about fitness, porters can be provided to carry your backpack at an extra cost.

High altitude sickness is a consideration when planning your trek. Many people feel ill when walking at high altitude - particularly during the Everest and Annapurna circuit treks. This is not a concern in itself, as the body simply needs time to adjust. People who push on despite feeling sick can make themselves severely ill, and it can be very dangerous. This is more common with large groups as people press on to try and keep up with the pack, but it can also be a major concern for people on a tight schedule. If you only plan a trek according to the minimum itinerary days, a days rest would mean missing the rest of the trip and having to turn back.

If you are planning to trek at high altitude we strongly advise giving yourself a couple of extra spare days additional to the suggested itinerary time. This way if you are feeling unwell during your trek, you have the capacity to take a break for a day and allow your body to rest and acclimatize fully before pressing on further. We also advise against booking a flight home at a date immediately after your trek is due to finish.

 

Logistics.

Different regions are accessed in different ways. Most people who trek in the Everest region fly into a town called Lukla. The flights are very reliant on the weather, and delays are common. Generally, the flights to Lukla are more reliable during the main trekking season of Sep - Nov, but delays can be expected during other times of the year. If your planning to fly to and from Lukla we strongly advise you give yourself a couple of days grace either side of your trek for the eventuality of delays.
All other trekking regions are accessed by roads and planned itinerary dates are therefore more assured.

 

There are scores of treks to suit all time frames, budgets and fitness levels. Please get in touch to find out more.

“"Trekking in the Himalayas is a life-changing experience. There are so many choices of routes that you can keep coming back here and never see the same things twice. I trekked to Annapurna Base Camp, also known as the Sanctuary trek due to the proliferation of flora and fauna, and it was utterly breathtaking. We walked for around six hours each day and stayed the night in local guesthouses en route. The villages were incredibly friendly. I never would have attempted this on my own, but Nepal Dreams made it seem so easy. Everything was taken care of from the moment I arrived and they also gave me some great advice before I went too. I didn't have to worry about a thing. I had the time of my life, and Nepal Dreams made it all possible."

Katie Law - London