When at home this activity is called backpacking. When you find yourself halfway around the world, this traditional way of traveling long distances on trails is called Trekking. A trek is a journey. A journey through a different country and culture. In the days of the British Raj, these treks were a way to explore vast areas of previously unexplored territory and could last months or even years.

Unlike backpacking, when on a trek you will only be required to carry those items needed for the day of walking. All of the group personal gear and camping equipment is carried by a trained group of porters or pack animals (ponies, yaks, llama, camels…)

The nature of these trips is such that most treks will go up to altitudes many of us have never been before. However, this is not something to be overly concerned about. Our treks are designed to allow for a proper progression of acclimatization as we gain altitude during the trip. Many people will experience a slight headache due to dehydration at first, but with proper hydration this small discomfort is short lived.

The bulk of our lunch and dinner meals while on trek are based on the local diet. In the Himalayan countries, this will consist of rice, vegetables and fruit. This will sound great to those wishing to eat a vegetarian diet. There will also be meat dishes provided. Breakfast items will include tea, coffee, cereal, powdered milk, toast, eggs and porridge. All meals and water on trek will be properly boiled, prepared, cooked and served by the group’s kitchen staff.

Unless noted otherwise, the accommodation on a trekking trip will be a combination of hotels while staying in the bigger cities, motels or lodges when in the smaller mountain towns and camping in a tent when on the trek. All accommodation and the trip price are based on two people sharing rooms and a large tent. A single room and single tent supplement is available at an additional cost and where applicable. All sleeping tents are provided.

You don’t need to be a super athlete to go on a trek. Anyone in reasonably good shape can participate and we will assist you in making sure you get on the proper trip for your abilities. Activities such as walking, hiking, running, biking, swimming and lifting weights undertaken three days a week are all great ways to prepare for your trip.