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Trip Grading

We have developed trip grading system to help you match your level of fitness and aspirations with a trip that will complement both. If you have never trekked before, we recommend that you not be overly ambitious. Try a short trek and see if you enjoy it. That said, we acknowledge that trekking experience counts less than your motivation and physical condition. If you really want to get to Everest Base Camp, and are fit enough to do so, you will get there. Good health and spirit of adventure will carry you far. A complete package of information on your trek will be sent after we receive your initial deposit and booking confirmation. If you are uncertain which trek is best for you, we strongly recommend requesting complete trek information.

The descriptions below are meant to serve as a rough guide only. Trip grades are based on length, altitude, remoteness, walking conditions, weather and other factors. It is impossible to be precise about how hard a trek is grading provides a way for you to compare different treks. Remember that all trekking makes some physical demands . 

I - Easy:  Day hikes without camping, sightseeing and stay in lodge.

II- Leisurely: These trips can be enjoyed by anyone who leads a reasonably active life. 

III- Moderate: Some previous hiking experience is desirable. Elevations up to 15.000 feet with ups and downs.

IV- Strenuous: You need to be familiar with mountain walking and need fair degree of Stamina. These trips include difficult trekking conditions, covering long distance and high passes.

V- Technical: Climbing experience is required. You must be familiar with the use of mountaineering equipment. This grade is reserved for our most demanding treks, involving long days, often in isolated areas, at elevations above 18,000 feet.

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend that you obtain travel insurance which is valid overseas. It must cover unforeseen events such as emergency evacuation by helicopter and baggage loss. 

Baggage and Flights

You are limited to 20 kg of baggage on most flights. While on trek we must restrict you to 15 kg of personal gear. Occasionally the limit may be less. Gear not needed on trek can be left at  the hotel in Kathmandu.

Contact Addresses:

Country Tel E-mail Address Fax URL

Nepal

+977-1-4414662 / 4419808 journeys@mos.com.np 977-1-4415092 http://www.journeys-nepal.com

USA

734-665-4407 pat@journeys-intl.com 734-665-2945 http://www.journeys-intl.com

Israel

+972-3-5467070 kfirtrvl@netvision.net.il +972-3-5467172

Latvia

+371-7323099 mudite@impro.lv +371-7323360 http://www.impro.lv