FAQ

This extensive booklet includes detailed information to assist in the planning of your trip; from travel and medical advice to equipment lists and other tips. The following is to serve as a helpful guideline but please feel free to call or e-mail us if you have any further questions.

01. How i can get the Nepal Visa and what documents I need? You can obtain the visa easily on arrival day at Kathmandu international Airport. Visa form will be provided and to be filled during your flight. 2 copies of passport sized Photographs is mandatory and US$ 25 or equivalent foreign currency for 15 days multiple entry Visa, US$ 40 or equivalent foreign currency for 30 days multiple entry visa. We suggest you to take Cash in hand is easy (Rather than using your credit cards or travelers cheques). You may have to be in Long or short queue depending on your flight arrival time to Kathmandu (if your arrival time is in or around noon, you might have to stay longer in queue, most of international flights will land afternoon). Visas can be obtained from a Nepalese Embassy abroad or other entry points of Nepal.

02. What is the best way to get to Nepal? Most airlines fly direct to Kathmandu everyday from Bangkok(Thai airways, Hong Kong(Dragon air), New Delhi(Indian airlines, Jet airways, Air India), Dubai(Gulf Air), Doha(Quatar airways), Seoul(Korean air), Singapore(Silk air) where they have connection to North America, Europe, Australia/New Zealand and other parts of the world.

03. When is the best season to trek in Nepal? The two most pleasant seasons for trekking are spring and fall. The spring months are considered to be March through May. The average temperature in March is in the low 15 degree centigrade range and it warms to the upper 20 degrees by May. The fall season is slightly cooler with average temperatures starting in the upper 15 degrees in October and cooling to the lower 10 degrees by December. December is also generally the driest month of the year. During the spring months flowers are in bloom in the forests so it can be quite beautiful though it can also be cloudy, especially in the morning. In the fall you will get the best mountain views, with clear skies usually all day long. Trekking in Nepal is possible at any time of the year. It is worth remembering that we will get 75 percent of annual rainfall from the mid June through the August. This period is considered summer but is also referred to as the monsoon season. Winter in Nepal is considered to be the period from December to February and the thing to keep in mind about these months is that the temperatures can be quite cool depending on where you are. At higher elevations in the Himalayas temperatures will drop below freezing and it can be extremely cold at night.

04. Where I can do the trek? The most popular treks in Nepal are in the Everest and Annapurna regions. There are also very popular treks in the Langtang Valley that can be easily reached from Kathmandu and completed within a week. In the Annapurna region you have a choice between the rich forests and serene beauty of the Annapurna sanctuary or the more Tibetan-like villages and arid terrain of the Kali Gandaki gorge up to Muktinath/Jomsom. We are specially run treks at High Solu area(Lower part of the Everest), wilderness treks to Mustang, Dolpo, Manaslu and Many more, any one of these treks is an incredible experience. They usually take about one weeks to a month long. Travel High Solu, a unique trekking outfitter, can organize the complete packages for any of these and many other treks.

05. What showers and Laundry will be available on the trek? You should not come expect a shower each day. But we do offer shower facilities on all our camp treks and expeditions. These will be made available as often as possible. We advise people to bring wet-wipes for the impromptu wash. In Nepal most of the days in Camping start with a bowl of warm washing water or hot towel. Hot water is sometimes available to wash clothes, and in places lodges provide a laundry service for a small fee. In most of the lodge trek routes, you can get Solar heated Hot Shower but most of remote places, you will provide Bucket of hot water on request. It is extra you can pay (US$ 2-4)

06. How many guides/ Sherpas and porters would be assigned to our group? Stated on each trip’s web page. Sherpa guides are assigned depending on the size of the group and type of Treks or Expeditions.

07. How much weight can we carry on the trek? You will carry your day pack with warm clothes, water, snacks, sun block, camera and whatever else you need for the day. Generally it will be light, 5 to 10kgs (10 to 20 pounds)

08. Will there be any access to Internet and Telephone facilities? Now, most of the places in Nepal have the internet and telephone services.

09. Would you let us know what food will be available? All our trek and expeditions provide excellent local and western food. If you have any special treat you like, we encourage you to bring some along. You’ll get breakfast, lunch and dinner plus snacks, hot and cold drinks. We can cater for vegetarian as well as many other special foods during the trip. In Our Lodge trek packages, we will give opportunity to choose your meals yourself from menu of each lodges/guest house you stay. You can get different types of meals during trek. Most of meals items will be prepare from Rice, pastas, Noodles, soups, potatoes and flower. Tea/coffee will serve 3 times in day and 3 times meals (Breakfast/Lunch & Dinner) will served.

10. Will there be any power source for charging batteries, etc available throughout the trek? What voltage requirements? We recommend to use cameras with replaceable batteries and use lithium batteries. 220 Volt power Electricity is available in most of trekking places. Many of the lodges have power available with typical Asian plugs (two nail like horizontal prongs).

11. Do I need to arrive the day before the trip starts? And when should I book my flight to leave? You are welcome, and encouraged to arrive a bit early to have a look around the many places, short adventure trips, if you have the time.

12. I will get ‘e’ ticket (electronic ticket) and will not need to be actually issued a physical ticket. E-tickets are the standard practice these days and are now acceptable in Kathmandu. Please print your itinerary and have your booking number with you, as we will reconfirm or to change your return flight plans if need be, while you are in the mountains.

13. What insurance do we need to get? You need general travel insurance and trip cancellation insurance as well as rescue insurance. Make sure it covers you for trekking or climbing, depending on what trip you have booked, and that it covers you for helicopter evacuation.

14. Do I need evacuation insurance? Yes, it is very important. Most of the treks in Nepal are in remote places with no roads and third world medical services. In the unlikely event you get sick, you want to get to good medical care soon as possible.

15.  What is Trip Cancellation Insurance? Trip cancellation insurance is an option that may allow you to cancel your trip without losing the total cost of the trip. We highly recommend cancellation insurance for all of our trips. If there is any problems cause us to cancel a trip as minimum numbers not reached, any political problems such as the outbreak of civil war for example then we refund your fees paid but trip cancellation insurance covers your airfare and any other costs you may have incurred. 

16. Can I pay by credit card? We prefer you to pay by bank transfer to our US Dollar account.

17. What are the lodges like?  Can I have my own room? We book tidy, clean modern lodges. They are mostly known locations to us and we have a good relationship with the lodge owners. We can book private rooms for you if you like at an additional price. Our standard trips are based on shared rooms, usually twin share.

18. Do you have a recommended list of clothing we should bring? Yes, We will send you the details of Suggested Equipment & Clothing List.

19. Do I really need all the equipment on the suggested  equipment list?  Yes, these lists have been carefully prepared. Please bring everything on the list. You may be traveling in snowy terrain. Weather can deteriorate and rain, wind or even some snow are possible. You must, therefore, bring adequate clothing and footwear for the cold.

20. How warm do we need our sleeping bags to be? Will there be extra blankets available if required? This will be clearly stated in your Suggested equipments and clothing list. It will depend on where you are going, but in general you will need a sleeping bag warm enough for you in conditions as cold as freezing. Not much more. Blankets are generally available some places but pay careful attention to what bag we recommend. We suggest buying one big enough to allow you to wear some clothes in if it is especially cold.

21.  What kind of physical condition should I be in? For Nepal treks, you should be comfortable walking for 4-6 hours with a light pack. Trek Members will best have a moderate level of fitness to enjoy the experience of its fullest. The trails are sometimes steep and some of the days longer 6-8 hours a day. Walking an hour a day, then 4-6 hours on the weekends is generally a good realistic training before trek.

22. How do I sign up for a trip? The best way to reserve your space on a trip is to e-mail or call to our offices anytime and send the deposits.

23. I would like to arrange a private trip, is this possible? Travel High Solu are happy to arrange a private group trip to any destination of your choice. There is no specific group size, but obviously larger groups are more cost effective.

24. What is included in the cost of my trip? Does it include airfare? Each specific trip page on the website has a inclusions with exactly what is included and what is not included of the treks, expeditions and others. International airfares are not included in the cost.

25. Where do we meet? Will I be picked up? We will be at the airport to pick you up on the scheduled arrival date with your printed name and our Company play card or sign board with your Name. Our vehicle driver and Airport staff will transfer to you at hotel. Take care of your personal luggage yourself during your travel, you do not have to pay any cost to Airport persons (who want to help you to put your luggage to your car and will ask money, just ignored them). Know our airport representative (real staff) and let them to help to carry your luggage to the vehicle. If you are arriving early, we can often make arrangements for a pick up, Just send us the flight details.

26. What if I am arriving early or departing late? Travel high Solu can make reservations for you and can often make recommendations for attractions you can enjoy while waiting for your trip to begin. Please let us know your specific plans.

27. How long has Travel High Solu been in operation? Our company started in 1995 and we have been guiding ever since. 

28. Who goes on your trips? Our climbers and trek members come from a wide variety of backgrounds, interests, countries and skill levels. Those seeking assistance for adventure of the lifetime, we provide services for expeditions, wilderness Himalayan treks and cultural tours for every level of outdoor enthusiasts.