Travel note for Tibet
Most importantly , all travelers traveling in Tibet are kindly requested to bear in mind that TIBET being extremely remote and isolated by the most formidable Himalayan ranges, remains still one of the most captivating but least developed part in the world. With its very short history of tourism, the facilities for tourists although being upgraded are still at basic and limited scale. So, the visitors are requested not to have high expectation in terms of facilities in TIBET. However, we will always put all our efforts to make your journey as pleasant as possible.
Besides, the road between TIBET & NEPAL is not up to the standard. It is rough, bumpy, and full of bends. Particularly, during monsoon (June –August), it can be temporarily obstructed by landslides and erosion. So, a bit Sporty wears and shoes are much advised facilitation the travelers to walk over the landslides (Specially in the NEPAL portion)
OVERCOMING ALTITUDE PROBLEM
Traveling in Tibet is an adventure involving high altitude and could be strenuous. So far, most visitors have only minor effects from the altitude. However, we advise specially the guests with Known heart or lungs or blood diseases to consult their doctor before traveling. Mild headache, Fever, loss of appetite or stomach disorder can take place acclimatization.
Our Advice
Drink 4 Liters of water minimum a day, don’t exhaust yourself so much and breathe deep and take rest more than usual.
BOOKING & VISA
Minimum 4 weeks in advance with full payment along with full passport details (incl. Full name, Date & place of Birth, Passport No, Date of issue & expiry, Profession, Sex, Home Address, Tel No etc.) should reach us. We arrange china / Tibet visa at cost of USD 40 per person. For Visa Procedure, 5 full working days are required with a condition that clients should be available in Kathmandu, otherwise urgent charge will have to be borne by the clients. (US $ 22)
CANCELLATION
50% of the tour cost will be charged as cancellation fee if you cancel the tour within 2 weeks prior to the start of the tour. No refund, thereafter, also for NO-SHOWS, DELAY ARRIVALS or whatsoever reasons.
RISK & LIABILITY
We shall always put all efforts in making your journey smooth and pleasant .However, as all Tibet tours are run strictly under TIBET TOURISM AUTHORITY, or its agent shall not be responsible of any change or cancellation of programmes due to any avoidable circumstances such as road blockade, flood, snow, unrest, cancellation of flight, delay arrivals, sickness or accidents .Any extra cost incurring thereof shall be borne by the clients. So, it is most advisable that clients to have full insurance against medical a personal accidents risks. Cancellation insurance is also most advised from your home country.
THE CLIENTS TRAVEL AT THEIR OWN RISK WHILE IN TIBET.
- Everest Region
- Annapurna Region
- Langtang Region
- Around Kathmandu
- Adventure Trekking
- Peak Climbing
- Bicycle Tour
- Sight-Seeing Excursions
- Custom Itineraries
- Information About AMS
- Clothing and Gear
- Personal Security in Nepal
- Nepal Fact Sheet
- Trekking Grade in Nepal.
- Trekking Rules and Regulation
- Why Himalayan Humanity ?