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In order to enjoy your trekking in Nepal it
is necessary to know which trek matches most
with your physical capabilities. Thus, we
have graded all our treks in the following
ranks;
EASY :
Trekking is essentially day hiking and
doesn't require any special training.
However, good physical condition, a love of
walking, and a desire to enjoying the
spectacular views of the mountains and
encounter village life are essential. We
offer a diverse range of easy treks.
Categorizing a trek as easy means that no
difficult climbing or ascents to high
altitudes is involved. They take usually no
more than a week and are suitable for
anyone. Be assured that a loss of altitude
in no way means a loss of interesting things
to see and experience. While our more
challenging treks get you closer to a small
number of mountain ranges, lower altitude
treks often provide better viewpoints from
which to enjoy the colorful horizons of a
whole series of ranges. The duration of a
trek can be from 4 to 9 days with an average
of 4 to 5 hours walking per day. The
elevation of the trail will be between
800m/2624ft and 2800m/ 9240ft above sea
level.
MODERATE :
These treks are suitable for any walker
looking for something a little more
challenging and energetic. They are a
combination of some longer and shorter walks
and hill-walking experience is desirable.
The duration is usually from 10 to 15 days.
Following the up and down terrain of Nepal
and walking to higher elevations contrasts
these treks to those in the easy
classification. However, you will be
rewarded for your efforts with spectacular
close-up views of glaciers and of the high
Himalayas. Although the terrain is not
difficult, some vigorous hiking experience
is useful. There may be up to 6 hours a day
on the trail and the elevation rises and
falls from 800m/ 2624ft to 4000m/13210ft
above sea level.
FAIRLY STRENUOUS :
Since the terrain can be hard and the days
long, hikers on these treks should be in
good physical condition and have some
previous mountain walking experience. Steep
climbing may be involved, although it is
never necessary to use ropes. Treks at this
level can he arranged for periods of 16 to
21 days. Typically, a gradual ascent through
a green river valley will lead you up to a
number of high passes, where you will reach
the altitude of 5416m. Often times, you will
get a close insight into the Tibetan
culture. Participants should except to trek
above 5416m/17872ft.
STRENUOUS :
These real adventure treks are both
technical and highly strenuous. Excellent
physical condition is essential and
mountaineering experience is preferable.
Following rough terrain, they involve steep
ascents to high altitudes with the
possibility of some rope climbing. Stamina
is needed to complete one of these treks, as
it can take from 20 to 28 days to reach the
heart of the wildernesses that they
transverse. Participants should except to
trek above 5600m/18480ft
NOTE :- Please note that the grade of treks
can vary throughout the year as weather and
ground conditions change. These can vary on
a day-to-day basis as well as season to
season. You should be aware of this and take
it into consideration when you choose the
level of trek that is suitable for you.
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