TREK GRADES
EASY TREKS (Grades 1-3)
These treks are suitable for most people with an average level of
fitness. They are also suited to family groups with younger children
or those with limited time. Even though these treks are rated as
easy they afford the first time visitor to the Himalaya the chance to
see the mountains at close range and to appreciate the culture of
the people of the hills. These treks do not normally reach
elevations exceeding 3500 metres making acclimatisation
unnecessary for most trekkers.
MEDIUM TREKS (Grades 4-6)
Medium treks begin to present more of a challenge to first time
trekkers. The treks will reach elevations approaching 5000 metres
and sometimes slightly higher and generally are of at least fourteen
days duration. These treks should only be contemplated by fit, active people. The treks in this
category are still suitable for people of all ages although small children will probably find them too
strenuous.
HARD TREKS (Grades 7-10)
Hard treks are those which are through relatively undeveloped regions and reach elevations
approaching 6000 metres with these altitudes being sustained for several days. Because of the
remoteness of the areas these treks will rarely be of less than twenty five days duration. While age is
not automatically a barrier to undertaking a hard trek these treks are not normally suited to the very
young or to older persons unless they have a high level of fitness and have previosly trekked at
altitude. All persons taking part in hard treks should be of above average fitness and regularly
participate in a suitable form of exercise such as hiking or bushwalking.
MOUNTAINEERING
Various grades of mountaineering expeditions can be arranged either as complete trips or as part of
a sceduled trek. Most of the treks that we organise have the potential to have included in their
itinerary one of the various trekking peaks (these are specially selected peaks generally of around
6000 metres elevation). More serious attempts can be organised if there is a group wanting to climb
any particular peak.
Persons wishing to take part in any mountaineering trip will need to have a very good level of fitness
and, for the more serious peaks, some alpine climbing experience.
RAFTING
Relatively easy rafting trips can be incorporated into the itinerary of most of our treks, depending on
the time of year. For those persons wishing to participate in more demanding rafting trips there are a
number of options which they will find more than challenging. Trips such as these can be arranged
provided there is enough demand.
NEW ADVENTURES
We are constantly researching new and exciting itineraries to offer you. In cooperation with the
Nepalese Ministry for Tourism we are presenting a range of new trips to coincide with the Visit
Nepal Year 1998 promotion. Details of these are yet to be finalised but they will include the
following.
Himalayan Explorer
A cultural trip with most of the travelling by bus and/or air. Highlights include a stay in a traditional
village, a flight along the main Himalayan range, three days in our jungle resort and extensive tours
through the Kathmandu Valley.
Duration: 21 days in Nepal
West of Kanchenjunga
A completely new area in the far east. The trekking should not be too demanding but the scenery
and the cultural attractions will be second to none. An ideal alternative to our Kanchenjunga foothills
trek.
Duration: 25 days in Nepal
Ganesh Himal.
Only a short distance from Kathmandu but surprisingly ignored by trekkers for years. This
spectacular region is ideal for a short but demanding trek.
Duration: 19 days in Nepal.
Likhu Khola/Rolwaling Valley
A completely new approach route from Solu. Trek along undeveloped trails amid spectacular
mountain scenery. Crossing into the Rolwaling Valley via a high and dificult pass will be the highlight
of the trip.
Duration: 30 days in Nepal
Saipal Expedition
Travel to the far west of Nepal and be part of an attempt on a virgin 7000 metre peak. Previous
mountaineering experience required.
Duration: 35 days in Nepal.
WANT TO KNOW MORE? ?????
Contact us today and start arranging your own personal adventure.
You will be glad you did ...................................