As the holidays approach, you must be planning to visit Nepal and trek tremendous sites famous for tourism. However, one must consult a Travel Agent before visiting Nepal for a comfortable and organized stay. So, we have brought you guidelines on what to look for before choosing a Trekking Agency.
A good travel agency offers everything according to your interest and budget with a customized itinerary and package. The best luxury trek package options include upgraded high-quality hotel and comfort lodge trek options or solo private trek options. Besides accommodation, the most crucial factor is a licensed and experienced tour guide for your safety. Moreover, friendly guidance will benefit your trekking experience, and one must look for a trusted agency with experience.
The correct agency will take care of you the entire trip till you return home. From lodgings and meals to trekking guidance and support, a good agency will serve you at its best. Here are some significant factors you must consider before choosing a Trekking Agency in Nepal:
First and foremost, you must check the cost details of the package you choose with an agency. Different costs might not cover your expenses during the stay. For example, the agencies don’t cover the costs of liquor and intoxicating products. So, carefully check everything included and excluded from the package’s price.
Moreover, you have to keep your budget in mind as you might want to take souvenirs back home from Nepal. Although most agencies include all the accommodation costs, you should ask for detailed information.
Sherpas are the best guides for the trekking experience in Nepal. So, ensure that the agency has a certified guide or a Local Sherpa guide to get you through the trip. An honest, experienced, and knowledgeable guide is essential for trekking in Nepal, and you should also check the experience details of the guide.
When you choose a package with an agency, make sure the itinerary is flexible and includes every day’s activity. Also, consider the weather factors that might affect your trip’s itinerary and check if they have flexibility for extra days.
Here is simple example of Itinerary of Langtang Valley View Trekking 7 Days:-
Day 1: Drive to Syabrubensi from Kathmandu
Our representative will come to the door of your hotel at 6.30 in Kathmandu, to receive you before we start the trip.
The trip also starts with a drive of around 6 to 7 hours through lush green forest, meandering road through the hills, and gracefully flowing riverside, like the way to Pokhara.
After breakfast, we drive out along the northwestern mountains of Kathmandu. Delightful in the Himalayan views and marvel at the unique lifestyle through the terraced fields and rural towns. Enjoy lunch at the Trishuli Bazar before proceeding further to Dhunche. From Dhunche, we go to Syabrubesi.
Day 2: Trek to Lama Hotel
This is our first day of trekking. We follow the Langtang Khola(river). Pass through the thick woodlands. Cross a few suspension bridges. Pass tea-houses. The trail looks steep, but it isn’t that testing and is always exciting.
Day 3: Trek to Langtang Valley
After a morning tea, we set out on our second day of the voyage. Our trail proceeds along thick woods. Revel in the grand views of the Langtang-Lirung. Pass water factories, watch Chortens, and see stunning hills that have all kinds of engravings cut on them.
Day 4: Trek to Kyanjin Gompa
After breakfast, we escape the town and pass through yak pastures. We also cross the biggest Mani divider in Nepal and cross a few wooden scaffolds as well. Since we are truly getting into the high elevations, you may begin to feel the thin mountain air. Kanjin Gompa is encompassed by the Himalayas all around. You can go out for a stroll around Kanjin Gompa appreciating the perspectives, ice sheets, ice falls, and yaks.
Day 5: Trek to Kyanjin View Point and Back to Lama Hotel
In the early morning, we visit Kyanji view (4,800/16,404ft) for stunning sunrise views. After breakfast, continue to Lama Hotel. Since it is downhill, it is a 4/5-hour stroll from Kanjin Gompa to get to the Lama Hotel. Pass ethnic Tamang settlements who take after religious and social views like the Tibetans.
Day 6: Trek over to sybrubensi
After breakfast, we trek down to Syabrubensi, which takes a 5 hours walk. Enjoy the simple downhill trail through lush green vegetation. Upon arriving at Syabrubesi, we take our lunch.
Since we may have some spare time (depending upon the speed of our walk) after we arrive here, you can enjoy the stunning view of this bizarre hill-town.
Day 7: Drive from Sybrubensi to Kathmandu
After breakfast, we drive over to Kathmandu. Arriving in Kathmandu, we transfer you to your hotel. Spend the day at your leisure, enjoying your much-deserved rest, reveling in some last moment shopping, or sight-seeing any sights you might have missed on your first day in Kathmandu. At night, enjoy a festive dinner.
Check Accommodation, Elevation of Each place and Meals Type which includes in package!!!
Make sure the trekking company you are using is registered with the Nepalese government before you travel to the country. There are many travel associations like Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA), Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal(TAAN), Adventure Travel Trade Association and KEEP, through which a travel agency is certified. For check click here
It is crucial for you to check the validity of the trekking company you choose. The type of reputation and recognition they have in the market determines your stay with them. Also, you must make sure that the agency is a certified one with years of experience in the trekking field.
You must make sure that the agency will provide you with comfortable and luxurious accommodation during your stay. It is important that you stay in a hygienic environment surrounded by friendly locals and accurate guidance. Also, make sure what place, environment, and meals are available in the accommodated area.