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Do I need to have travel insurance or vaccinations of any kind? |
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It is mandatory that all clients have personal travel insurance covering theft, medical treatment and rescue evacuation. Due to the highly difficult terrain, lack of proper medical facilities in the mountains, unpredictable weather conditions and lack of roads, the chances of helicopter rescue cannot be ruled out. |
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What do i need to bring for the treks? |
You will need the following personal equipment on the trek:
Footwear
- Good well worn-in walking shoes.
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- Slipper for evening wear.
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Clothing
- Wool shirts
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- Cotton shirts
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- Regular underwear
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- Skirts/Culottes/trouser for women
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- Trousers/shorts for men
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- Wind and rain gear with hood
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- Hats to protect against the sun
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- socks
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- Sweaters or pull overs for evening
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- Sleeping clothes
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Accessories
- Personal first aid
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- Toilet kit
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- Flashlight/torch and extra batteries
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- Sunglasses
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- Repair kit (needle, thread, tape, etc.)
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- Water bottle
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- Note books, pens, pencils
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- Plastic bags for reading material, film, cameras, etc.
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- Pocket knife
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- Dust mask, silk scarves for use against dust
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- Camera and film
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- Binoculars
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- Clothes pins, safety pins, etc.
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- Strong sun block cream and lip salve
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Why Mila Adventure? |
Our emphasis has always been on small groups led by experienced guides to ensure personalized service.
Flexibility, reliability and security rate very high on our priority list.
Our programs are designed to suit everyone - from the novice, to the adventurous to the veteran traveler.
Handpicked professionally trained staffs who love their job and are passionate about their culture, land and their roots.
Preservation of our unique environment is of utter importance to us.
Camping and kitchen equipment of the highest quality is provided during the treks.
All the Mila Adventure treks are tailor made keeping in mind every aspect.
We are a versatile company. Trekking and mountaineering are our expertise, however we also operate specially tailored guided city
tours and rafting trips all over Nepal.
We take care of all the needs of the clients from hotel reservation, flight bookings and reconfirmation.
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How do i get to Tibet? |
BY AIR: -
Lhasa Airport is the only international airport in Tibet. Travelers can fly directly to Tibet. Several airlines including China South West Airlines operate direct flights to Tibet.
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Travelers also can enter Tibet overland. |
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What about the visa and entry formalities? |
Entry formality:
All foreigners visiting Tibet require a visa. Entry visa's are issued at the Chinese Embassy on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. |
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DO I NEED TO HAVE TRAVEL INSURANCE OR VACCINATIONS OF ANY KIND? |
It is mandatory
that all clients have personal travel insurance covering theft, medical treatment and rescue evacuation.
Due to the highly difficult terrain, lack of proper medical facilities in the mountains, unpredictable weather
conditions and lack of roads, the chances of helicopter rescue cannot be ruled out.
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What is AMS and how can i prevent it? |
AMS stands for "Acute Mountain Sickness" caused by the lack of oxygen in the body. As we go higher the air gets thinner with less oxygen and our body is deprived of the normal quantity of oxygen it is used to. The early symptoms are nausea, headache, loss of appetite and fatigue.
Our body can adjust to the higher altitude if given enough time, which can be done by acclimatizing. Therefore the best way to prevent AMS is to acclimatize as much as possible along the route. Don't do sudden climbs too quickly. Climb slowly and if you catch symptoms of AMS then rule number one is to descend to a lower elevation as quickly as possible. Your body demands a lot of liquid so Liquid is very essential. Drink as much liquid as possible such as tea, water, soup etc. If you still fell the same then a tablet of Daimox with a cup of warm water and try finding the nearest possible medical help.
Although our staff will be there to help you in any way possible, they may not be able to cure you sickness. Only a qualified doctor or a medical attendant can be of help. |
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How are treks graded? |
The treks are graded on basis of walking hours and altitude gained. We have graded the treks in four different grades as easy, moderate and strenuous and challenging.
Easy
To do an easy trek you do not have to be in great physical shape. A reasonably active person can undertake this trek. These treks require easy walking of 3 - 4 hours and do not require ascending more than 300 meters per day.
Moderate
It is not necessary to have previous trekking experience. Even a novice can do it however these trips require you to be in reasonably good physical shape.
The average walking hours per day for these treks are 5 -6 hours and the elevation could increase up to 500 meters per day.
Strenuous
These courses offer some psychical challenge and require some previous
trekking experience with the ability to walk for a few hours. The changing elevation, long walking hours (6-7 hours) and varying mountain terrain necessities good health.
Challenging
It is imperative that you have some sort of previous trekking experience to undertake these treks. They are physically demanding and technical climbing of some sort is desirable. Since these trek require walking in rugged and sometimes extreme conditions it is advisable to start the trek on a positive note and adventurous frame of mind. Walking hours may vary from 7 - 8 hours and you may be required to walk at an elevation of 4000 - 5000 meters.
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WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING FOR THE TREKS? |
You will need the following personal equipment
on the trek:- Flashlight
- Warm clothes
- Wide brimmed hats or
caps
- Good trekking boots
- Small backpack to carry personal
belongings
- Sun screen lotion
- Sunglasses
- Duffel bag
- Rain
gear
- Sleeping bag
- Water bottle
- Basic medical kit
- Insect
repellant
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