nepal trek brochure

8/14/2019 Nepal Trek Brochure

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With awe-inspiring views of the great peaks andglaciers of the Himalaya, our trek of theAnnapurna Range through mountainsidevillages and thick forest offers an unforgettable

experience. With breathtaking scenery, friendlypeople, an insight into the culture and arguablyone the best views in the World, Nepal certainlywon’t disappoint those look ing for a challenge ofa lifetime.

Come trek with us...

Nepal



Questions and answers

For more info call 020 7424 5511

Is the trip for me?Absolutely YES! This trip is suitable for people with a sense of

adventure,who want to do a challenge for a great cause! A

huge majority of your fellow trekkers will be in the same

situation as you,not knowing anyone at the start by the end

you will have made I’m sure some friends for life, an added

bonus of this challenge!

How fit do I need to be?You should have a good level of fitness and it is vital that you

train for the challenge to enable you to get the best out of the

trek. We will send you a suggested training plan and will be

on hand to help you with training tips and advice.Please don’t

forget that people from all walks of life will take part in this

adventure and the majority will be exactly like you!

Will you help me?YES! We have a dedicated event manager on hand from the

time you register through to the time you go on the trip.The

confirmation pack you will be sent when you reserve your

place will cover everything you’ll need to know. We are always

just a phone call away and our aim is to make the trip as

enjoyable as possible from start to finish.We even organise a

get-together for everyone going on the trip so you can meet

fellow trekkers and swap training and fundraising ideas!

What’s the food like?You will be provided with breakfast, lunch and dinner

throughout the trek with the exception of 3 meals. Nepalese

food is fantastic with many dishes including curried

vegetables, rice, lentils and plenty of others. Dietary

requirements can be catered for but we must be made aware

of these in advance.Will I be able to raise the sponsorshipmoney?YES! as long as you allow plenty of time you’ll find that you

will have no trouble raising the minimum amount – and

then some! To get you started we have suggested a few

simple fundraising ideas in this brochure, but remember we

will be on hand to help you every step of the way and you

can call us at any time for any more hints and tips to help

make your fundraising fun and easy!

Can I stay on in Nepal for longer?YES! For a nominal administration fee your flight can be

extended (subject for availability).This will give you the

opportunity to explore and discover this incredible country

at your own pace.

What do I need to bring?NO specialist kit required! You will need a good pair of well

worn in walking boots and a comprehensive kit list will be

supplied upon registration.

Will you carry my luggage whilst I’mwalking?

Porters will carry your main luggage on the trek.You will

simply have to carry a small day pack with all the essentials

such as water, sun tan lotion and a camera!

When should I book my place on the trip?TODAY! To avoid disappointment, as places are limited and

they go REALLY quickly.



Nepal

Registration Fee:All our fundraising trips require a registration fee to be

paid on booking – please see the enclosed Reservation

form for details (1)

Minimum sponsorship:We ask you to raise a minimum amount of sponsorship to

take part in this trip – please see the enclosed reservation

form for more details (2)

Number of days:

11 days including 6 days of trekking

Accommodation:

Comprises of 5 nights camping and 3 nights in 3-4* hotels

Temperature:Varies for this time of year minimum 7 degrees maximum

23 degrees

What’s included:Flights and all internal travel, accommodation, all meals

except 3, water, guides, porters,cooks and crew. (4)

Notes:

1. The registration fee is non-refundable

2. The first 80% is due 12 weeks before the event

3. All fundraising incurs costs.Tour costs for the Costa Rica trek are detailed in

the attached terms and conditions and are covered by the tour operators

ATOL bond.

4. All participants are responsible for their own passports (valid 10 year passport

required) and vaccinations (please consult your GP).The tour cost is exclusive

of return departure tax and personal insurance which is compulsory.

Facts and figures

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How to raise the money...

THINK BIG! The average sponsorship level for the Nepal trek is £3000 so

here are some tried and tested ideas to get your fundraising

off to a flying start.

Tell everyone you know what you are up to – the more people

you approach the more sponsors you will get.Try and get

them to pay you upfront and a good tip is to try and start

each sponsor form with a generous donation,this will set a

high standard for others to follow.

Approach your employer; many companies operate

sponsorship schemes that match pound for pound!

Here are some ideas:

Arrange a £10 menu at a local restaurant on one £200

of their quiet nights and charge 10 friends £20!

(Do this twice as it’s so easy)

Hold a karaoke in your local pub for a percentage £200

of the drinks sales

2 car boot sales (get your family and friends to £150

have a clear out!)

Ask your local school to hold a non-uniform day £120

Place collection boxes in 5 outlets £80

Ask friends and family to take part in a local £200sponsored walk/fun run or maybe even

organise your own

Hold a quiz night with raffle £200

Dinner party or barbecue for 15 friends who £150

each pay £10

Hold a skills auction where you rope in friends £300

with certain skills (hairdressing / reflexology etc)

to donate their skills for free

Persuade a friend to shave their head/legs/sit in £100

a bath of custard!

2 Friday night Three-legged Pub Crawls £300Ask 10 close friends to write to everyone they know £300

Collect at a local football ground/supermarket £200

(get permission!)

Ask 10 business clients or suppliers for £30 £300

Ask friends and family for sponsorship money £200

instead of Birthday/Christmas presents

TOTAL £3,000!

Tell the world!You are doing something quite amazing – make sure you tell

EVERYONE – and let your local newspaper/radio know,too!With a bit of thought, planning and some help from your

friends, you’ll have reached the target before you know it

– GO FOR IT!!!

For more fundraising tips call 020 7424 5511



Day 1:Depart London for Kathmandu.

Day 2:Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel for a trip briefing

and dinner.

Day 3:We head back to the airport this morning to get our

spectacular flight to Pokhara. On arrival we load up the buses

and head for a short drive to our starting point for the trek.

Before heading off we will have lunch and organise all of theequipment.The trek today will take us from Chitpani to

Tibetan Camp, where will go through rice field and small

villages.

Trekking time approximately 3-4 hours

Day 4:After breakfast we trek along the valley towards Tallokot

1234m. We follow the Seti Nadi River through rice paddies and

small villages as it slowly climbs.The sections vary from being

steep and stepped whilst others outline the mountainside and

gradually climb.Whilst trekking the views we experience will

be of small villages perched on the hillsides and of terracedfields. After lunch we continue to our camp which tonight is

Ghalegaon at an altitude of 1641m.The tough uphill will be

made worthwhile from the views at the top.


Day 5:After tea in our tents and breakfast we head out for a tough

day which climbs higher through alpine meadows and

rhododendron forests. Our path takes us to the grassy wooded

knoll of Tara Top where there is a spectacular 360 degree view

of most the Annapurna massif. The Himalayan foothills of

central Nepal drop away from us towards the Ganges and theIndian plains.We camp here at an altitude of 2800m and enjoy

the stunning clear skies and a sunset like no other.


Day 6:We wake up this morning to a stunning sun rise over the peak,

illuminating the magnificent views surrounding us.We head

off along a trail which follows the 2500m contour and trek

through forests with overhanging mosses and lichens.We

descend to the scenic Gurung village of Parju,which is set

before a backdrop of snowy peaks.Camp for this evening is

set at the edge of the village in a large open area at 1999m.


Day 7: Today we are heading for Lamakhet set at 870m. We start

trekking with a long decent along a stepped track that drops

into the valley again through terraced fields and a small

village. It’s definitely tough on the legs today as we decent

780m in this one decent. At the bottom of the valley we follow

a path to Setigaon and then continue to descend along the

Mardi Khola river where we will stop for lunch. Hopefully the

weather will be clear so we can enjoy the views along the way

including that of Annapurna II which is breathtaking, with its

huge icefall and glazier marking the origin of the river.We

continue to trek down the river valley to our camp set on the

banks of the river, tonight will be our last under the stars.


Day 8:Breakfast this morning is your last at a camp as tonight you will

be in a hotel bed! We have a half-day’s trek that takes us to the

edge of the Pokhara valley. The start is steep but this then leads

us to a decent before a twisting path takes us to the bottom of

the valley. After lunch we walk to our transport and then return

to Pokhara where we will have our celebration meal.

Trekking time approximately 4 hours

Day 9:We take the short scenic flight back to Kathmandu where you

will be free to explore the city which will trigger a sensory

overload, the sights, smells and sounds will etch themselves on

your memory.You can visit areas such as the Durbar Square,

Bodhnath and Swayambhunath and the riverside Hindu

complex of Pashupatinath. Spend the evening haggling for

your souvenirs in the shops and markets.

Day 10:We head back to the airport for our flight home

Day 11:

We arrive back into London in the early morning.

The itinerary

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