Everest Trekking Experience - Travel and Trek

travelandtrek.comImportant informationCostsCosts are based on 2 peoplesharing and are per person(singles see below)Financial ProtectionThe flight-inclusive holidaysin this brochure are financiallyprotected by the ATOLscheme.But ATOL protection does notapply to all holiday and travelservices listed in this brochure.Please ask us to confirm whatprotection may apply to yourbooking.If you do not receive an ATOLCertificate then the bookingwill not be ATOL protected.If you do receive an ATOLCertificate but all the partsof your trip are not listedon it, those parts will notbe ATOL protected. Pleasesee our booking conditionsfor information, or for moreinformation about financialprotection and the ATOLCertificate go to: www.atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificateInternational PassengerProtection (IPP)Land only trips are protectedby IPP. www.ipplondon.co.ukTrek DossierOn booking, you will receive a comprehensiveTrek Dossier, which includes:• Clothing and equipment list• Medical notes (including vaccinationrequirements)• Notes on trekking at high altitude• Money saving tips for buying kit in Nepal• What to do on arrival in Nepal• Visa application form (including what to do)• Food, money, the daily route and more…Airport arrivalsWe pick you up on arrival and transfer you backon departure.PassportsPassports should be valid for a minimum periodof 6 months on the date on entry into Nepal(source: Nepal Embassy, UK)Tourist VisaA tourist visa is required for UK Nationals.This can be done on entry into Nepal or priorto departure. Full details provided on bookingincluding the visa application form if required.ItinerariesDay 1 of your itinerary is deemed to be your arrivalday in Kathmandu.Hotel AccommodationOur hotels are of 3* standard with very friendlystaff to attend to your every need. Our costs arebased on a B&B basis, twin share. All rooms areen suite. If you wish to use a higher grade hotel,then please ask us for details.Accommodation on TrekUnless you are climbing a trekking peak such asIsland Peak, your accommodation will be in teahouses on a B&B, twin share basis.SinglesTravel and Trek does not believe in penalisingsingle travellers unnecessarily. If you are a singletraveller and do not request sole occupancy ofa room, you will be accommodated with anothermember of the group of the same sex. If there isan odd number travelling and you happen to bethe odd one out then you will be allocated soleoccupancy at no extra cost. If you do requestsole occupancy throughout all or part of the trip,then you will be charged a supplement(see costs).Extended StaysYou are free to extend your stay in Nepalwith extra days before or after the trek.Travel and Trek can assist you withaccommodation if you wish or you arefree to make your own arrangements.Our GuidesOur Nepalese Guides work solely for us and arepaid 12 months of the year; not just when theytrek. They are all qualified, licenced, Englishspeaking Guides with a wealth of experienceand knowledgeable. Some were born in theEverest hills.FitnessThe perception that you have to be super fit to trekin the Everest region is not true. A reasonable levelof fitness based on the ability to walk at your owncomfortable pace for 4 - 5 hrs a day (with rest stops),for several consecutive days carrying a day sackweighing approx 5kg is all that is required. If youare in any doubt about whether you are fit enough,please consult Travel and Trek prior to booking.Clothing and equipmentThis information is part of the Trek Dossier andis provided on booking.Medical/VaccinationsYou are advised to consult your GP if you arein any doubt about your physical conditionto undertake your chosen trek. Whilst wedo provide information on vaccinations, youshould also seek professional advice on whatvaccinations you require for Nepal and otherlocations should you have an extended trip.For planning purposes you should need:Hep A, Typhoid, Tetanus, Polio and Meningitis.Continued overleaf...4