Tuesday 17 May 2011

Trekking in Pakistan


Pakistan is a paradise for trekkers. Most of the trekking routes lies in the northern mountains of the Hindukush, the Karakorams and the Himalayas. For most of the treks, trekking season is between May to October. The Ministry of Tourism, Government of Pakistan, has defined trekking as walking below 6000 m. It has designated three zones for trekking; open, restricted and closed. Foreigners may trek anywhere in open zone without a permit or services of a licensed mountain guide. For trekking in restricted zone, foreigners must pay a fee of US$ 20 per person per trek to obtain a trekking permit from the Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of Pakistan Islamabad. It also requires to hire a licensed mountain guide; buy a personal accident insurance policy for the guide and the porters and to attend mandatory briefing and de-briefing at the Ministry of Tourism, on the beginning and end of the trekking trip. No trekking is allowed in closed zones which are the areas near Pak-Afghan border and near the Line of Control with Indian-held Kashmir.



Northern Area of Pakistan

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  2. Everest View Trek - 9 Days


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    Everest View trek gives you a glimpse of Everest region, where the tallest point on the earth lies. This trek for 7 days takes you to the Namche bazar and Tengboche which are the beautiful towns on the way to Everest Base
    What's Included?
    Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu in 2/3 star category with Breakfast
    Airport meet up and transfer services by the company representatives
    Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu domestic air ticket (yourself and the guide)
    Kathmandu Airport - Hotel - Airport Transfers
    TIMS and Sagarmatha National Park permit
    Hotel Accommodation during the Trek in the standard mountain Lodges with breakfast.
    Guide for the Trekking ( for larger groups more than 8 pax there will be assistance for Guide)

    Note: Passport details of all trekkers must reach to us prior to trip departure for the flight reservation and ticketing.
    What's Not Included?
    International flight to Nepal
    Nepal Visa ( 1 month Visa is USD 30 and available at the entry point on arrival)
    Meals during the Trek and in Kathmandu ( Allow USD 5 - 10 per meal)
    Porter for the Trek ( USD 98 Per Porter who will carry stuff of 2 approximately 20 - 25 Kg)
    Travel Insurance
    Tips for Guide and Staff
    Other not mentioned above as included
    Good to Know:
    Fitness and Health for the Trek:

    This trek is moderate trek suitable for all walkers who have ability to walk at least 4-7 hours a day with a light rucksack. The trek demands some physical and mental preparations to trek in the high altitude, however, with a sound health and average physical fitness, positive attitude, self confidence and strong determination can accomplish the Trek successfully. Exercising and jogging regularly for some weeks in your home prior to this trek is good. Our guide/ leader will take good care of you during the Trekking and we try our best to bring you safe back from the trekking.

    What should you bring?
    Sleeping Bag / Down Jackets ( you can rent in Kathmandu but better to have your own ), Warm clothing must be suitable for below zero degree ( -10 Degree Celsius ), comfortable walking/trekking boots, comfortable and warm dress to wear during walking, sunglass, hat, sun cream, water bottle, etc
    http://www.nepalguideinfo.com/Everest-Base-Camp.php
    http://www.hikehimalayas.com/trekking-in-nepal/trekking-region/everest-region/everest-base-camp.htm
    http://www.nepalguideinfo.com/
    Email-:sanjib-adhikari@hotmail.com

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