| Activities: | Sightseeing, Trekking & Peak Climbing | Fitness Level: | Adventurous |
| Max Elevation: | 6,187m/20,293ft at Pachermo peak summit | Transportation: | Private vehicle/Flight |
| Best Month: | March-May and Sept-Nov | Group Size: | 2+ |
| Arrival on: | Kathmandu | Departure from: | Kathmandu |
| Meal: | Full board on trek & breakfast in KTM | ||
| Accommodation: | Hotel/Lodge & tent | ||
| Price: | USD:3440 |
Pachermo Peak Climbing is the most visited, more challenging and most demanded trekking peak in the Rolwaling region. The trek leads you via the Tashi captcha pass, & Khumbu Himalayan trails. The Pachermo peak (6,187m/20293ft) lies south of Tesi Lapcha surrounded by various attractive mountains.
The effort to reach the summit of the peak will be truly rewarded with some of the most fantastic views from anywhere in Nepal. You get to witness the Tibetan Buddhist presence with chortens, monasteries, distinct architecture, and fluttering prayer flags. As the peak is demanding peak, the climb asks for technical knowledge at the summit.
The Rolwaling Valley is the main attraction and way to access Pachermo. Under the rock wall, we will make 5,500 meters high camp after climbing northeast of the Tesi Lapcha. Nepal Vision will create some different experiences during your lifetime in Nepal.
1st Day: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
2nd Day: Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu & permit preparation day
3rd Day: Drive from Kathmandu to Shigati (950m.) 6-7 hrs
4th Day: Trek to Jagat(1440m) 6-7 hrs
5th Day: Trek to Simigoan (2050m) 4-5 hrs
6th Day: Trek To Dongar Khola (2800m) 7-8 hrs
7th Day: Trek To Beding (4000m) 7-8 hrs
8th Day: Acclimatization day
9th Day: Trek To Na (4200m) 5-6 hrs
10th Day: Trek to Tso Rolpa camp (4500m) 5-6 hrs
11th Day: Trakarding Glacier, Beach Camp (4700m) 6-7 hrs
12th Day: Cross Teshi Labsta Camp / Pachermo Base Camp (5700m) 4-5 hrs
13th Day: Trek from the Base camp to the high camp
14th Day: Ascent of Pachermo (6187m) & return to BC
15th Day: Trek back to Ngole
16th Day: Trek to Thame (3800m) 4-5 hrs
17th Day: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) 7-8 hrs
18th Day: Trek to Lukla (2800m) 5-6 hrs
19th Day: Flight back to Kathmandu
20th Day: Departure from Kathmandu
"End of our services"
Note: Because of bad weather we could face problems with domestic flights to/from Lukla delayed by a few hours or canceled for a day or more. Very rarely, but it could happen even in the best trekking season also as you know how climate changes affect our world. Thus, we always recommend you add supplement night/s in Kathmandu after your trek if possible (just in case). If everything runs smoothly, you can enjoy other activities like sightseeing, White water rafting, wildlife activities, and shopping, as you wish on those additional days. However, if you want heli rescue in the state of flight cancellation to/from Lukla-we can organize it as per your request with extra cost.
#@#Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
#@#Our representative from the Nepal Vision Treks will be receiving you at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. He will be displaying a Nepal Vision sign board outside the airport terminal. You will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our private tourist vehicle. In the evening you will have a meeting and briefing about the following Trek by The Nepal Vision representative. Please, grab the opportunity to ask questions about your trek. At the conference, be sure to bring your passport, three passport-sized photos, and a legible copy of your travel insurance policy. We will transfer you for a welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepalese restaurants in the heart of Kathmandu and overnight at Hotel.
#@#Day 02: Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu & permit preparation day
#@#After breakfast, we will drive by private car with our professional tour guide for the day tour in Kathmandu. We will visit one of the largest Buddhist shrines in the world to observe the prayers of the Buddhist monks in the monastery around the stupa. After Boudhnath Stupa, we will visit Pashupatinath, the most famous Hindu temple in the world located on the banks of the sacred Bagmati River. Here, we will also see the Hindu sage meditating, bathing the pilgrims and occasionally burning in the cemetery of the high altar (Cremation). We will also visit the Kathmandu Durbar Square, which is a collection of the Shikhara and Pagoda that was built of a brick and wood structure. The major attraction of Durbar Square is the Kumari Temple (The Living Goddess), Kasthamandap, Talaju Temple, the art gallery, and the statue of King Pratap Mala.
#@#Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Shigati (950m.) 6-7 hrs
#@#After breakfast, we will drive by private vehicle to Singati. After 6 hours, we will drive by private vehicle until will reach Singati. Evening we explore the Singati village. Overnight.
#@#Day 04: Trek to Jagat(1,440m) 6-7 hrs
#@#After breakfast, we will begin our journey walking towards the river and then the flat land. While walking through the trekking trail, we will pass through several villages inhabited by different cultured peoples. We will walk through the main trail that will further take us to the beautiful village of Jagat.
#@#Day 05: Trek to Simigoan (2,050m) 4-5 hrs
#@#After breakfast, we will trek through the forest that is home to ferns, mosses, and small orchids, as well as rhesus and langur monkeys that are often seen jumping across the trees. Crossing the river just downstream from the confluence of the Rolwaling Khola, we will make a steep two-hour ascent to the village of Simigoan. The village is rich with terraces of wheat, barley, and millet. It is a pleasant camp on a sharp ridge at the top of the village offering superb sunset and sunrise views of Gauri Shankar.
#@#Day 06: Trek To Dongar Khola (2,800m) 7-8 hrs
#@#We will be walking up the Rolwaling Valley among forests of birch, rhododendron, and conifers. We will enjoy our first glimpses of the rapid glacial blue waters that we will follow to the source and the house-sized boulders that will be scattered in its path. We will have the camp set beside Rolwaling Khola, providing another opportunity for a refreshing wash or to watch the many small water birds darting in and about the river.
#@#Day 07: Trek To Beding (4,000m) 7-8 hrs
#@#We will continue up through the forest. We will cross a swing bridge and trek high on the valley side before vast cliff faces that will make up the northern valley wall. A wide gorge opens to our left that will offer us an impressive view of the south face of Gauri Shankar for the first time. Our Buddhist crew may build a cairn for good luck while we will be in the mountains. As we approach the busy Sherpa village of Beding, there will be yak pastures at the riverside. We will get a view of the fluted face of Chekigo at the head of the valley. The sturdy stone housing reflects the harsh winters the local people must endure.
#@#Day 08: Acclimatization day
#@#We will rest for acclimatization. You may have a full day's rest. There are some places where you can hike for a day.
#@#Day 09: Trek To Na (4,200m) 5-6 hrs
#@#Most residents of Rolwaling are Sherpa yak herders who are only able to grow potatoes and turnips. We will have some appreciation of their hardy existence as we will ascend the valley to the summer grazing settlement of Na. Trekking at an easy pace to ensure good acclimatization, we will make our way along an easy trail beside the river. The vegetation in this place is mostly small shrubs, grasses, and some juniper and birch. Our alpine views will span out as we approach the camp. If we are fortunate, we will have them with us for the next three or four days before a change of scenery. Chobuje, Kang Nachugo, Chekigo, Bamongo, Dorje Phagmo to name a few. Na is the last substantial settlement before we reach Khumbu over the past. We will spend the afternoon in a relaxed environment familiarizing ourselves with the climbing equipment and organizing ourselves for the challenges ahead.
#@#Day 10: Trek to Tso Rolpa camp (4,500m) 5-6 hrs
#@#Depending on snow conditions, we will be walking to our lake camp that'll be relatively easy. The path is fairly level, curving to the east and leading towards the Trakarding Glacier. Two fine mountains feed the glacier at the head of the valley and may be seen as we approach the camp. A ten-minute walk from camp up the lateral moraine provides a spectacular view of Tso Rolpa, which is also one of the largest glacial lakes in Nepal. Looking back, we will have a superb view of Kang Nachugo and a glimpse of Melungtse in Tibet.
#@#Day 11: Trek to Trakarding Glacier and Beach Camp (4,700m) 6-7 hrs
#@#We will have a full and challenging day as we will be ascending and crossing the moraine toward the pass. The weather may be quite changeable and the rocks on the moraine are often loose necessitating concentration and keeping a steady pace as a group. The camp will be usually made near the base of the Drolambau Glacier with stunning views to the south and east in particular. [Note: Our itinerary is flexible while crossing the pass, and it may be influenced by many factors such as weather, glacier and snow conditions, and the progress of the group and crew/porters.] Your leader will have complete control of setting the schedule to maintain safety for all members of the expedition and to achieve the trip objectives in the smoothest and most efficient.
#@#Day 12: Crossing Teshi Labsta Camp / Pachermo Base Camp (5,700m) 4-5 hrs
#@#Again, the weather, snow, and glacier conditions will play a large part in how difficult the route will be. Leaving the Trakarding Glacier behind, we will climb up steadily through several rock and ice gullies to reach the snout of the Drolambau Glacier where we will be treated to a superb new vista of mountains. They will extend the full length of the Drolambau. Few of these peaks have been climbed, nor do they have a formal name, and they are not open to foreigners. It is one of the least accessible parts of the Nepal Himalayas. We will need to make a long, steady trek along the rock/snow Drolambau glacier and then up crevassed snow slopes to the pass. Several sections usually require some scrambling on rock and ice, and if necessary we will fix a rope as a handrail. Our staff will work closely with team members to make a safe passage for all.
We will enjoy the thrill of being where we are after getting to the pass. We will be sandwiched between two fabulous regions and mountain ranges. It is also the last view we will have to the west before descending to Khumbu. We must take care as we will make a route down firstly through snow and then mainly loose rock and scree to the moraine plateau below. At base camp, we will be able to pull out all our climbing gear. We have to sort, check it and rehearse and revise techniques we will use on the climb. Your guide will coordinate these activities to ensure everyone is completely conversant in procedures and correctly equipped. It will only be necessary to take personal gear for the climb with you. Any group gear, such as food, fuel, and group climbing equipment/ropes, etc will be carried up by some of our porters and staff. The remainder of the gear will be stored at the base camp where some of our staff will also stay until our return.
#@#Day 13: Trek from the Base camp to the high camp
#@#From the base camp of Phachermo base camp, we will make our journey towards the high camp of the peak. The climbing way will be little rough as it goes all the way through the snow-covered regions. We will walk for several hours today to complete our destination of the day. The night will be at high camp at the tented camp.
#@#Day 14: Ascent of Mt. Pachermo (6,187m) & return to the base camp
#@#We will have a very early start as our plan will be to summit and return to base in one day. We will make our summit push from Teshi Laptsa camp, ascending the broad north ridge on the main rope at a relatively easy angle. There are a couple of small ice walls that we will have to negotiate before reaching the narrow ridge below the summit. Some pitches are likely to be fixed. We will get the views across the Khumbu Valley and back down the Rolwaling are spectacular. We will return to our high camp on Teshi Laptsa and if time permits we will descend further off the glacier down the valley.
#@#Day 15: Trek back to Ngole
#@#From the base camp of the Phachermo peak, we will trek towards the Ngole. The trek while returning towards the Ngole will be much fun as we will be viewing the glorious view of the surroundings. The trek will continue for about 5 to 6 hours through the main trail which will take us to an altitude of 5,110m above sea level.
#@#Day 16: Trek to Thame (3,800m) 4-5 hrs
#@#We will descend the glacier and moraine to grassy meadows where yaks are often grazing which will also be our first signs of civilization for some days. Before us, we will have an amazing view of the mountains of Thamserku, Kang Taiga, and Ama Dablam forming a spectacular horizon, whilst Teng Kangpoche and Kwangde Ri rise directly beside us to the south. It is only a short walk to Thame, a large Sherpa village at the junction of the Bhote Khosi. Thame has the oldest and most respected gompa in Khumbu and is the birthplace of Tensing Norgay.
#@#Day 17: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) 7-8 hrs
#@#Our program will be somewhat flexible for the return journey to Lukla. We should have some spare time available to take a leisurely pace and camp where we please. Namche is the principal town in Khumbu, and it is an opportunity to explore the markets and watch the activity. We may stop here, in a lodge above the town. We will continue on our way, down the valley to Monjo.
#@#Day 18: Trek to Lukla (2,800m) 5-6 hrs
#@#We will descend the slopes of Namche to the Dudh Kosi joining the main trail to follow at the riverside through numerous villages to Phakding. On crossing the bridge, we will trek a short distance up and around, to the broad flat spur that Lukla lies upon. We will set up camp on the green slopes at the lower end of the runway. The last night will be a memorable night for an end-of-trip celebration with all the crew and porters.
#@#Day 19: Flight back to Kathmandu.
#@#After an early morning flight to Kathmandu, our guide will help you with the transfer to your hotel. You may have time to relax after your journey and take back your breath. You can also rest at your hotel after ending your Himalayan trip with us.
#@#Day 20: Departure from Kathmandu
#@#Some of you might also have a few more days and some other activities planned in Nepal. For the rest of you who are returning, depending upon what time your return flight is, you can go for some last-minute shopping if you like. We will transfer you to the airport hoping it will not be long before we see each other again!
✅ All airport and hotel transportation by private vehicle in Kathmandu as per the itinerary suggested.
✅ Deluxe twin-sharing accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
✅ Farewell dinner in Kathmandu (Alcoholic beverages are excluded)
✅ Travel costs from and to Kathmandu the destination.
✅ Full board meal (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea & coffee) during the trek
✅ Seasonal fruits during the trek are provided
✅ Comfortable & clean accommodation on teahouse/lodge/tent during the trek
✅ Government Registered Trek guide (English speaking, First Aid and eco trained), Sherpa porter (one porter for two trekkers)
✅ All necessary paper works, entry fees, permits & TIMS card
✅Four seasonal sleeping bags, Nepal Vision Treks duffel bag, and trekking map (sleeping bag to be returned after trip completion)
✅ First aid exclusive medical kit bag
✅ All government and local taxes
❌ Visa fees (You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu so (bring accurate USD cash and two passport photographs)) International airfare to and from Kathmandu
❌ Lunch and dinner apart from treks and except for welcome & fare well dinner (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled plan)
❌ Any extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary plan
❌ Travel and rescue insurance.
Clothing & Packing Information
Correct Clothing & Equipmentâs are essential for a safe and enjoyable trek. Experienced trekkers will often take only a selection of these items based on what has worked in the past. Please find the equipment list below for your personal use during your travel with us.
We are advised to consider the following equipmentâs as essentials while packing for the Pachermo Peak Climb. Adjustments to the list can be managed according to our requirements, interests, duration of trip, and season of trip. We can find variety of these gears to buy in Kathmandu. Majority of the gears which are in sale in Kathmandu are locally is much cheaper and must be tried on carefully and checked carefully for quality, but on the whole it is OK. We can find very high quality branded gears too in some famous stores in Kathmandu; mostly top notch imported gear, Mountain Hardware, The North Face, Marmot, Black Diamond climbing gear plus head torches and others, and prices are reasonable.
The hotel stores free of cost whatever you don't take trekking, and of course they have a laundry service. You might want to plan with a clean set of clothes for your return from the trek.
Who carries what?
You carry a daypack with your camera, a jacket, water and day snacks. The porters will carry everything else, so pack this in a duffel/kitbag rather than backpack. Since, luggage has weight limitation of approximately 33 pounds or 15 kg.
Important documents
⢠Passport (must be valid for 6 months after trip), 2 extra passport size photos, airline tickets
⢠Photocopy of the information pages of your passport and Insurance
⢠Insurance â this MUST include helicopter rescue, repatriation and medical coverage. Money â US$200 to US$300 personal spending for trek and for Kathmandu depending on souvenir hunting (but donât change money at the airport as you will get a better rate of exchange in the Thamel District of Kathmandu).
⢠Credit cards, Bank/ATM/Cash machine cards for withdrawing funds from cash machines.
Packing List
»Personal Climbing Gears»
Ice axe, Crampons, Harness, Tape slings (2), Screw-gate karabiners (2 lock, 2 unlock), Descender/eight figure, Plastic mountaineering boots, Ascender/Jhumar & Helmet
»Running shoes»: 1 pair for casual comfortable support shoes wears on lighter walking days.
»Hiking boots»: 1 pair of sturdy hiking boots. Sole should be flexible but still provide enough support for your feet. Boots should be very water repellent.
»Wool socks»: 2 pairs of thin, lightweight inner socks and 2 pairs of heavy poly or wool socks
» Gaiters»:Only for winter, âlowâ ankle high
»T-Shirts» Polypropylene shirts (2 half sleeve and 2 long sleeves), Light and expedition weight thermal tops
»Jacket» Fleece wind-stopper jacket or pullover, Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket, Down vest and/or jacket and Gore-Tex jacket with hood, waterproof and breathable
»Trekking pants» Non-cotton underwear briefs, 1 pair of Hiking shorts, 1 pair of Hiking trousers, 1 pair of lightweight thermal bottoms (seasonal), 1 pair of fleece or woolen trousers and 1 pair of waterproof shell pants, breathable fabric
»Head wears» Bandana or head scarf, useful for dusty conditions also, Warm hat that covers your ears (wool or synthetic), Headlamp with extra batteries and bulbs, Sunglasses with UV protection
»Hand wears» 1 pair of lightweight poly-liner gloves, 1 pair of lightweight wool or fleece gloves, 1 pair of mittens, consists of 1 Gore-Tex over mitt matched with a very warm polar-fleece mitt liner (seasonal)
»Sleeping Bag»: High quality with hood to at least - 10 Degree Celsius or 14 degrees F (Company provide you sleeping bag for this trek)
»Rucksack and Travel Bags» 1 medium rucksack (60-80 liters/3500-4500 cubic inches, can be used for an airplane carryon), 1 large duffel bag (Company provide you duffle bag for this trek), A small daypack/backpack for carrying your valuables, should have good shoulder padding, Small padlocks for duffel bags, large waterproof rucksack covers (optional)
»Trekking Poles»: Optional
»Water treatment tablets»: Iodine or Chloride Dioxide tablets. A small bottle or multi pack is sufficient. Taste neutralizer tablets remove iodine taste. Chloride Dioxide formulas will not discolor water
»Water Bottles» 2 Wide mouth bottles with minimum 1 Liter capacity per bottle No water bag or bladder systems; they freeze or are hard to fill.
»Pee Bottle» (Optional) but very useful
»Pee funnel for Women» (Optional) Lightweight urinary director (For minimal undressing for discreet use)
»Sunscreen» SPF 30 or better, 2 small tubes and make sure that the sunscreen is not older than 6 months. Sunscreen older than six months loses half of its SPF rating.
»Hand/foot warmers»: (Optional) recommended if you easily get cold hands and feet 1-3 pairs.
»Lip screen»: SPF 30 or better, at least 2 sticks. Not older than 6 months
»MP3 player» (Optional) Flash memory only players since hard drive players do not work at high altitude (above 13,000ft). Chargers can be used at several lodges along the way.
»Towel» Bring towel for trekking. »Toiletry bag» Include toilet paper, soap, towel, and toothpaste & brush, Wet wipes 1-2 per day and hand sanitizer: Hand moisturizer.
»Extra luggage» Please note you do not need to take all your gear with you while trekking - luggage can be safely stored at the hotel in Kathmandu and collected at the end of your trek.
First aid
»Personal first aid Kit (small and simple)» Aspirin, Moleskin, Adhesive tape and Band-Aids.
»Drugs/medications/prescriptions» Trekker should bring Mupirocin (Bactroban) cream; excellent topical antibiotic for scrapes and cuts.
Cirprofloxin (Cipro) 500mg tablets for travelerâs diarrhea and for urinary tract infections. Loperamide (Lomotil) or Immodium for diarrhea.
Acetazolamide (Diamox) 125 or 250mg tablets for altitude sickness.
Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) 200mg tablets for altitude headaches.
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) 325mg tablets for stomach sensitivity.
This above list is only a guideline for you. While you are required to bring everything on this list, there are numerous options, brands.
Passport and Visa Requirements
All foreigners require a visa for entry into Nepal (except Indian nationals). It is your responsibility to obtain an entry visa. You can get it from a Nepalese embassy overseas or on arrival in Kathmandu, Nepal. Most people will obtain their visa on arrival at Kathmandu airport. You will need two passport photos and the following fees in US Dollar cash (this is payable in any major currency but NOT traveler's cheque) dependent upon the duration of the multiple entry visas:
Travel Insurance:
Travel Insurance is mandatory for booking any of Himalayas Nepal Visionâs Adventure packages. Trekking in the Himalayas is full of fun and adventure but you have to be prepared for risk management. While you are in High Altitude region, there are higher risks of difficulties. You may suffer from various health problems, injuries, and illnesses. Even High altitude sickness can tear up your perfect itinerary. And thatâs where travel insurance can save you from distress or at least from some of the costs, depending on the policy you buy. For your adventure, Travel insurance is a safety net if things go wrong. At times, even a helicopter may be needed along with a rescue team, for ground evacuation, so, every traveler must have rescue insurance covered against personal accidents, medical expenses, emergency air ambulance/helicopter rescue service accidents, and personal liability. Start your trip with all the necessary health & traveling insurance for your safety.
Having good travel insurance will not only guarantee you peace of mind while you travel with us but also provide you with complete cover for anything things that may go wrong.
Trip Meal Plan
Eating is a big part of traveling. With Nepal Vision, you will experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available in the Mountains. Nepal Vision will provide Traveling Mountains meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) that crews require on the trail. On this trip, you can enjoy both traditional Nepalese three-time served as Dal Bhat (rice and lentils), as well as a variety of different food items, such as vegetables, noodles, potatoes cuisine served and soup along with some, Nepali versions of western food such as pizza, pasta, and French fries. Breakfast and dinner will be served from the teahouse or lodge menu where we will spend the night. Lunch will be eaten at one of the trailside restaurants. A welcome dinner, a farewell dinner, and breakfasts will be served during our stay in Kathmandu.
When an individual is allergic to some food products, requires a special diet, or has specific religious food needs, we will arrange it as per your requirements on request. Also, the crew will carry fresh, fruit supplies at a time along the trail. Our guides will carefully be checked for the quality and quantity of the food in every teahouse. Explicit cooking directions are indicated on each food for your convenience.
Trip Accommodation
During this trip, we will spend three nights in Kathmandu at four-star standard hotels. We will spend the nights at standard mountain teahouses. A Tea House is a combination of a guesthouse, restaurant, and social hang-out. Private rooms are available in most tea houses. The lodges are fairly basic. The rooms are spare with twin beds and very little additional furniture. Blankets are generally provided. Most bathrooms are shared and toilets are the western version. Most of the Teahouses have running water facilities while some of them may also have hot water available for bathing at an additional cost. It is advisable to carry wet wipes as an alternative.
There is a large dining room more like the lounge, warmed by an iron cylinder, fitted with a chimney duct, in which a log fire is lit. Most teahouses now also have electricity for charging small appliances, mobile phones, and cameras. Some might charge a small amount for this.
Best time to visit Nepal
Nepal is for all seasons! But because of the huge range in altitude and landscape, the climate of Nepal differs significantly throughout the country. The most recommended seasons for trekking are autumn (Sept, Oct, Nov) and spring (March, April, and May). In these seasons you will be rewarded with good weather, sunny and warm with clear skies and outstanding views. During monsoons (June, July, Aug) although there will be no problem with trekking, the issue could be less visibility and rain. For the student of botanicals, a monsoon is a blessing as the higher valleys, mountains, and meadows blossom with flowers and abundant vegetation. You can also trek in winter (Dec, Jan, and Feb). Only, the issue will be cold weather with snowfall at higher elevations.
The trekking routes are filled with trekkers during spring and autumn but during monsoon and winter the routes are not packed and you could enjoy rather the best of nature. However, because of the effects of global warming, the climate is changing worldwide and there could always be the possibility of exceptions in these weather patterns. There could be a hoax of bad weather and sometimes even in adverse months during the best seasons too.
Leader(s) & Staff
The Trek Leader of your group has a role to ensure all aspects of the trip run smoothly. Our guides are intimately familiar with all local castes and customs along the trails and will share with you many cultural insights that are not covered in any guidebook. You will have a good chance to learn Nepali phrases, cultural things, and more on your trekking. Nepal Vision trained its guide/trekking staff on the following course:
Altitude Information
What is Altitude?
Altitude is known as elevation, and it is often used to refer to the height above sea level. Altitude is related to air pressure. Trekkers and mountaineers can measure their altitude by measuring the air pressure around them. As the altitude rises, air pressure drops. In other words, if the indicated altitude is high, the air pressure becomes low. The human body reacts to high altitudes. Decreased air pressure means that less oxygen is available for breathing. One normal effect of altitude is shortness of breath since the lungs have to work harder to deliver oxygen to the bloodstream. It can take days and even weeks for a body to adjust to high altitude and low air pressure. To prevent severe altitude sickness, mountaineers bring supplemental (extra) supplies of oxygen and limit their time in the 'high elevation'.
Acclimatization
We are experts at operating adventure trips at high-altitude destinations. Every trip we run has a realistic acclimatization program. Our treks are designed to allow gradual height gain, spread over several days. There is no way of predicting who will suffer from altitude but, for the vast majority of people, a slow ascent to height will produce minimal effects. Acclimatizing takes time and there are no safe shortcuts. All trips to altitudes over 3,000 meters carry medicines essential to the treatment of altitude illness, and our leaders are trained to administer them and to know the symptoms.
Symptoms & signs of Acute Mountain Sickness
Treatment
The only cure for mountain sickness is either acclimatization or descent to a lower altitude as soon as possible. In the presence of these symptoms, medical attention must be sought immediately in conjunction with a descent to the lowest possible height.
What do we do if we are affected by Altitude Sickness?
Sometimes trekkers might suffer from ailments like altitude sickness, heart problems, dysentery, or fracture while trekking in the Himalayas. While there are clinics at some places for minor ailments, major hospitals are days away from most of the trekking trails. So, a clientâs life could be at risk if he/she is not rescued immediately. If you find yourself ill or injured in the mountains, Nepal Vision Treks will arrange rescue and evacuation services for our clients.
Helicopter rescue services will rarely come to your aid without you either making a cash deposit or a promise in Kathmandu. While you are traveling with us, we can become the guarantor for the helicopter operators, make the initial payments, and send a helicopter for your rescue. We claim the amount later from you or your insurance. Please make sure you have travel insurance that covers emergency helicopter services for rescue to avail of this service.
Our expert and trained guides are very experienced in dealing with the effects of higher altitudes. They are equipped with necessary first-aid medical supplies and will assist with basic first-aid treatment. The safety of our clients is taken very seriously and conducted the operation swiftly and didnât panic for a second to come up with a proper operation.
Vaccination:
Vaccination is the most important thing to consider while traveling to prevent possible diseases. For traveling to Nepal, we recommend you take vaccines against Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Hepatitis A, etc. However, it is not a must to have but it is recommended. You should check up with your doctor before the departure of your trip. Your doctor will have access to the most up-to-date information on the required vaccinations for the country you will be visiting.
Extra Expenses Information
You are responsible for your expenses, a cold beverage, mineral water, extra meals, and drinks (more than 3 meals a day), and other services which are not mentioned in our service Includes column. So you should be planning to bring at least US$20 to US$30 per day for these expenses. It is not necessary to obtain local money before departure. Nepal has modern banking facilities so you can use ATMS in Kathmandu where you can easily use your credit card, Debit card, Master card, Visa card, etc. to withdraw local currency.
COVID Precautions
Fully vaccinated travelers don't require a pre-departure PCR test for COVID-19 to enter Nepal. You must bring the vaccination certificate completed at least 14 days prior to arrival at the Airport. In case you are not fully vaccinated or have not completed a full dose of vaccination at least 14 days prior to your arrival in Nepal, you have to bring a COVID-19 test report which can be either RT-PCR, Gene Experr, True NAAT, or WHO accredited test that shows the negative result done within the last 72 hours of boarding from the first airport. In case you are entering through the land border, you will need to do the test within 72 hours before entry. The provision will not be accepted for children below 5 years.
Things to Consider
There are a few important things you need to know before traveling to Nepal so that you can have a smooth journey to Nepal.
#@#Why is Pachermo Peak a rugged trek?
#@#The Pachermo Climb is itself difficult due to its trail and path. Also, there is Tashi Lapsta Pass in the trek which makes the trek more challenging.
#@#What is the maximum altitude in the Pachermo Peak Climb?
#@#The Pachermo Peak extends up to the highest elevation of 6,187m which has a challenging path to the height.
#@#Is Pachermo Peak Climb difficult?
#@#Yes, the Pachermo Peak Climb is difficult. The trek situated at the Rolwaling Himalayan Area is one of the most challenging climbs.
#@#How long is the Pachermo Peak Climbing?
#@#The Pachermo Peak Climbing takes around 20 days. It is one of the most difficult and challenging treks which is climbed very carefully.