Spiritual tourist has been the trend of the age given that times immemorial. A journey to a serene mountain valley or a revered location of praise not just lets you explore nature and its charm however your inner conscience too. Checking out a historic place of worship links your body and mind to your soul and to the aura of the sanctuary.
This article supplies important information and packing list for Kailash Manasarovar Yatra.
Visa & Documentation
Yatris needs to remain in belongings of an existing passport with a minimum of 6 months of validity staying. The travel agent will take care of all the Chinese visa and entry permit procedures once we send out copy of your passport and advance deposit. Indian passport holders do not require visa for Nepal.To get a visa on arrival at the airport/border you need to have 2 copies of current photograph together with 40.00 USD for 30 days valid multi-entry visa.
Food
All meals during the journey will be offered. While in Tibet, scrumptious vegetarian meals that will include soups, rice, noodles, pasta, pizza, bread, curry, dal (lentils), potatoes, pickle, porridge, tea, milk, coffee will be provided. Stay in Kathmandu hotel will be on complete board basis.
Insurance
Correct medical and travel insurance prior to the journey is extremely recommended. Make sure travel insurance coverage consists of emergency and rescue coverage. Consult your insurance agent for Himalayan Pilgrimage increasing to heights of 4500m.
Threats & Liability: The trip company and its associates will put every effort to make your journey smooth and pleasant. Nevertheless, all the tours in Tibet are conduct strictly under the guidelines & regulation of Tibet Tourism Bureau (TTB). For that reason, the tour business and its equivalent shall not be accountable for any change and alteration in the program due to inevitable scenarios such as landslide, road blockage, flood, snow, political discontent, and cancellation of flight, delay arrival, illness or mishaps. Any extra cost sustained thereof will be borne by the yatri on the spot.
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Fitness
This is one of the hardest high elevation road journeys on earth. You Must be physically healthy - no two ways about that. Usually clients with asthma & heart problems have an issue acclimatizing to high altitudes. In your interests it is necessary you must be examined by your physician to understand about your health condition and your ability to cope up with the rigors of high elevation travel for days in 'no roadway' conditions, severe cold, dust, trekking to an elevation of 19500ft throughout the Parikrama, and so on.
Although most of the journey will be carried out in automobiles, it is important that yatris be in fairly good health. The trek around Kailash needs some laborious hiking and elevation can take a physical toll on the body. We suggest that yatris implement a workout routine previous to the trip that consists of hiking or jogging and yoga for a least an hour 3-4 days a week.If you have any persistent health problems please consult your physician.
Acute mountain sickness
Altitude is a significant aspect on high altitude Tibet journeys. We will frequently reach altitudes of over 5000m. This can have mild or serious impacts on the body no matter what your level of health. Signs can consist of headache, lightheadedness, nausea, anorexia nervosa, and difficulty sleeping. The very best way to avoid this is to stay exceptionally hydrated and conscious of how your body is functioning. Do not consume alcohol or smoke prior to and during the tour. We also arrange rest days to assist the body acclimatize. There is also prescription elevation medication called Diamox (consult your doctor) that can assist avoid symptoms. Make sure each of you is traveling by yourself risk. It's suggested to have a file with your medical history on this type of trip with recent medical report.
Lodging
While in Nepal Yatris will remain in twin sharing rooms( single spaces readily available for extra cost) in an excellent quality hotel in Kathmandu. In Tibet the lodging will be in good visitor homes with shared spaces and fundamental toilet facilities (in case of heavy rush and emergency we will utilize our own tented camp). The staff will address all the camping responsibilities.
General Guidelines on Packing List
1. Excellent quality hiking shoes, ankle assistance length. Throughout our trip normally we will be wearing two pairs of socks. Cotton inside and woolen over it. So purchase shoes slightly oversize. And 'burglary' by practicing strolling in it as quickly as you purchase it. The terrain is rough with stones and pebbles so think about buying the shoes. It is possible to utilize simply tennis/jogging shoes likewise, but ensure it has high heels. Can buy/rent in Kathmandu.
2. One set of simple tennis shoes. This is back up during 3 days of walking around the mountain. In case it rains we will need additional set. Likewise when we start from Kathmandu we can be in these shoes, as hiking shoes are heavy. Hiking shoes are particularly helpful for treking on rough terrain. Can purchase in Kathmandu.
3. Walking/hiking sticks. You can get wooden sticks from the trip organizers, but they are not excellent for hiking. Collapsible/telescopic poles used by hikers are best fit as they can be found in sets to support both sides and likewise have a little shock absorber at the end. Swiss treking poles are outstanding, however there are plenty other companies too making great telescopic poles whose lengths can be changed for individual usage. Can purchase in Kathmandu.
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4. Back pack. We will get one huge duffle bag from the tour business for loading our things in. We can't take our suitcases in Tibet; they will be left at the hotel in Kathmandu. For our day's use, in addition to during 3 days around Kailash we will be bring only this back pack with important things (water bottle, medicines, electrolytes, torch, toilet paper, extra set of inner garments, raincoat/poncho, jumper/sweater, camera, etc). Prevent oversize backpack as it is difficult to bring weight at such high altitude. We will get a backpack free from the travel company in Kathmandu, which is great enough.
5. Sleeping bag. Generally tour company will supply with sleeping bag, however if you are fussy about quality then much better bring your very own, medium size down bags ready. Over this you can put the one from the travel agency. Can buy/rent from Kathmandu.
6. Electrolytes salt/Oral Rehydration salts. Electral powder packs, Indian make, are outstanding small size packets for one liter of water. I brought around 20 of these 30gm packages. They are extremely helpful, practically indispensable due to fast dehydration in high elevation. Can buy in Kathmandu.
7. Torch. Essential! There is no power in most of Tibet. Particularly throughout our walk around the mountains we will need it. Likewise most of the places have very bad or no toilet center. Although we can get toilet tents set up but the best method is using the open fields, think me its more hygienic that way. LED torch lamps with head strap are beneficial, but not needed. Can buy in Kathmandu or perhaps in Tibet at entry point.
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8. Water bottles. Carry 2 one-liter water bottles for the trip. The tourist guide bring 20L mineral water jars, we get our bottles refilled from time to time. It is very important to remain hydrated, as that is the very best way to keep effects of high elevation under check. I used to carry two bottles and one little half liter bottle. In this small bottle I utilized to prepare a focused service of Tang powder, electrolyte, typical salt and mix it with my plain water (of one liter bottles)to keep salt and glucose level normal/high in my body. Can buy bottles, Tang powder in Kathmandu.
9. Toilet tissue. Essential! The stomach upsets, loose motion, etc is quite common. A lot of stops are made enroute for this. Can buy from Kathmandu and in Tibet.
10. Woolen socks. 2 to 3 pairs. The temperature at night is subzero on Centigrade scale. Can buy in Kathmandu.
11. Cotton socks.3 to 4 pairs. Usage cotton socks under the woolen socks. Since there is an unusual opportunity of cleaning your socks it's better to carry extra pairs. Can buy in Kathmandu.
12. Tee shirts. 2 to 3, full sleeves cotton. I used one with collars/polo neck to prevent sunburn on the back of the neck. Can buy in Kathmandu or Tibet.
13. Thermal inners. 2 sets. Purchase thermal full sleeve shirt and long jones. Also consider using Jeans or nylon snow-pants during Parikrama, they ready insulators from cold. Don't utilize very tight denims, you have to use thermals within. Buy in your own country and begin using it.
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14. Rain suit/poncho with hood. Kailash has micro environment. Weather is unforeseeable. Rain match, shirt and pant different are a good idea. Or purchase poncho raincoat, which can be packed in a very small size. Consider covering the shoes while strolling throughout rain so that you do not get your feet wet inside. Trick: I brought long plastic bags (one that you get in shopping center near veggie stall) and string. My plan was to tie one end over my lower leg with string and let the other open end cover the shoes while walking in the rain. It didn't rain!
15. Gloves. One inner cotton/woolen/spandex mitten and one appropriate snow Gloves, water resistant. Can purchase in Kathmandu.
16. Woolen cap. Useful to cover the ears. Called Monkey cap in India/Nepal and Balaclava/tuk in west. Can purchase in Kathmandu.
17. Waist bag/pouch/pocket. To keep cash, pen, passport, torch, small electronic camera, whistle, and so on
18. Thin towel. Called Gamcha in India, this is thin towel, can be also utilized as headscarf to cover head, or connect around waist for bath, they dry rapidly and pack in a small area. Can purchase in kathmandu.
19. Sun glasses. Great quality with at least 100% UV protection. Invest in an excellent Sun glass otherwise you run the risk of harming your eyes due to snow glare and UV light at high altitude.
20. String/Clip to keep the Sunglasses around the neck when not in use. Can purchase in Kathmandu.
21. Lighter, Match box, Swiss knife, and miscellaneous items which you feel are essential. Avoid packing your bag with ineffective products.
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22. Underpants and inner Vests. 3 to 4 set. There will be hardly any possibility of cleaning your clothing during the trip, so keep some inner garments useful. Can purchase in Kathmandu. I brought 5 thin T-Shirts.
23. Medicines (as per your prescriptions) immodium, ibuprofen, paracetamol/Tylenol, pudin hara(Indian-for indigestion, indigestion), Sancho(Nepali-for discomfort in body, cold, headache), discomfort balm, few Band-Aids, antibacterial cream, etc.
24. General: Bring long sleeves shirt/kurta. Whatever part is exposed in Sun gets sun-burnt at high elevation, so it is much better to cover complete body. Usage oversized kurta/shirts as you will put on couple of layers of T-shirts, vests/thermals inside likewise. You can buy long sleeves Kurta in Kathmandu likewise. Ladies must prevent Saris.
25. Nose/face mask. Get the 3 layer surgical mask (normally green in color). This secures from dust, germs as well as UV light sun-burns on nose, cheeks. Can purchase in Kathmandu.
26. Diamox: the magic tablet for high altitude. It is utilized to avoid or relieve the signs of acute mountain illness in climbers attempting a quick climb and those who feel ill despite the fact that they are making a steady climb. Its generic name is acetazolamide. We will start taking this pill from Kathmandu itself on and continue for entire trip. Those having HBP and other problems ought to speak with the doctor and inspect about the dose. 2 tabs in a day, 250gm strength is generally great. Can purchase in Kathmandu.
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