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| General
Information |
| Temperature
and Weather |
Weather
conditions from May to September in Tibet, can be expected
to be dry and sunny, with precipitants in July and August,
day time temperatures can be as high as 22 degrees centigrade
in Tibet.The average daily temperature will be 10 degrees
centigrade, however, the intense sun at high altitude can,
make it feel even hotter. At this time of year there is an
incredible drop in temperature from early afternoon to evening
time, temperature at night-time will drop as low as 0 to -10
degrees centigrade at altitudes of 5000 meters, our highest
camp during the PARIKRAMA. |
| Health
Considerations |
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All participants must provide health certificate
given by a reputed doctor confirming that the participant
is fit to travel in altitudes of 5700 metres. We do ask you
to bring along your own small first aid kit (available at
Pharmacies). Some of the items we ask you to bring in the
kit are :
Antiseptic
cream or Wound disinfectant: Iodine and tube-squeeze cream.
Foot
care and Blister Treatment, band-aids, adhesive roll &
strips, gauze pads, moleskin. (please bring ankle high boots
to avoid muscle sprain.)
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Gauze Pads
: 3", at least 6 pads,- Gauze roll:
2-3 rolls Adhesive Tape 2 roll.
Ace
Bandages for the Ankle. Elastic bandages 3 roll. Water disinfectant
tablets
Antibiotics:
(Triethoprim/sulfamethoxazole - Bactrim DS or Septran DS -
double strength (l60mg/ 800mgs). Antidiarrheals - Lomotil
& Pepto - Bismol tablets and make sure you bring Charcoal
tablets. Please see your doctor for more advice concerning
antibiotics and antidiarrheals.
Deamox: 20 Tablets:
Anti
- Inflamatories:
· Avil,
Brufen or Mortin. Asprin / Tylenol or general painkillers.
· Strong sunscreen
oil, skin antibiotic cream/ Antifungal Ointment Lozenges/Strepsils
(plenty).
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| Fitness |
Top |
Please
start to get in shape NOW!!! A good 30 minutes walk, jogging
daily, stretching and regular exercise should put you in the
right shape (Concentrate on your heart & legs - Aerobics).
Porters will be carrying the bulk of your equipment, but it
is recommended that you bring a good day pack and are fit
enough to carry snacks, filled water bottle/small scissors
and knife, waterproof matches, safety pins, Thermometer, Lighter,
Dehydration salt (electral) packets, Neosprine Powder and
cream. Heat balm for muscles/joints, Vicksinhaler/vapourub,
Chapsticks. Dry Fruits/snacks, camera, Film, Map, Jumper,
Sun Hat, First Aid Kit, Light weight Rain Gear, Extra Cloth
etc. |
| Altitude
Sickness |
This
is an environment related condition that can effect anyone
who ascends too rapidly to high elevations without acclimatizing
properly.
Suggested to read any book on trekking, which has a chapter
on this, and also consult your doctor. |
| Responsibilty |
All
arrangements within Tibet are solely at the discretion of
the China Tibet Tourism Bureau (CTTB), a government Organization,
and we have no control over the quality of the vehicles facilities.
Shrestha Holidays reserves the right to change itineraries
without prior notice, depending on the weather and road condition.
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| Currency |
All
major foreign currencies and Tcs are accepted in Zhangmu Bank
in return for Yuen, the basic unit of Chinese Currency. Yuen
equals 10 Jiao and 1 Jiao equals 10 Fen. At present US$1 =
8 Yuen, Credit cards are not accepted. 1 Yuen = INRs. 6/-
approximately.
Antiques must be properly certified, otherwise
they mey be confiscated.
We
recommend that you bring the following items to make your
journey more comfortable.
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| Clothing |
Top |
Clothings
for both extremes of climate and temperature. While driving
to Kailash, it will be warm inside the vehicle and light clothing
will be required, but as soon as you step out of the vehicle,
warm clothing will be required to keep off the cold winds
of the Tibetan Plateau. Evening will be generally cold and
warm clothing will be required We recommend that you bring
along the following clothings and accessories with you:
01. Down Jacket - one ( Available on Rent )
02. Warm thick pullover - One
03. Warm thin pullover - One
04. Warm pants - Two
05. Light loose cotton pants - Two
06. Warm windproof jacket - One
07. Cotton full sleeve T-Shirts - Four
08. Thermal under pants/long - Two
09. Thermal vest / warm full T-Shirts - Two
10. Rain coat with hood/ Poncho (should be
roomy) - One
11. "Broken - in" pair of ankle
high walking boots & one extra shoe laces.
12. Light tennis shoes & light rubber
sandal.
13. Warm woolen socks-Six
15. Large cotton or silk scarf-One
16. Warm gloves.
17. Soft paper tissue and handkerchiefs -
Plenty
18. Monkey cap and Sun heat - one each
19.
Towels (one big, one small)
20. Washing kit. |
Accessories |
1.
Personal First Aid Kit
2. Toilet kit, Nail Clipper, Scisors
3. Flash Light with extra batteries (3 Set)
4. Sun Glasses, Sun Hat, Monkey Cap, Woolen Gloves
5. Water bottles- unbreakable ( Min 2 ltrs capacity)
can be purchased in Kathmandu
6. Note book , Pen , Pencils
7. Camera and film and extra batteries for electronic
camera
8. Binoculars recommended
9. Rain Gear-Your raincoat should be roomy and have
a water proof hood.
10. Pocket knife , Sewing kit, Buttons, Cigarette lighter,
towel, bags( a few of each size
strong) dustmasks, strong sun cream and chapstick, Moisturizers,
Money pouch/belts etc.
11. Water purification tablets
12. Walking stick- Can be purchased in kathmandu
13. Washing Kit |
You
will be provide
· 2 Men Tent, Foam Mattresses
· Sleeping Bag
· Dinning Tents & Table and Stools
· Toilet Tents
· Kitchen Tents, Equipment, Food
· Guide, Cook, Helpers
· Porters/Yaks to carry luggage/camping equipments
during the Parikrama
· 4WD Vehicles with Drivers
· Equipment Truck with driver
· Oxygen cylinder with Masks in every Vehicle
· Kit Bag for your cloth and Equipment |
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Kathmandu
to Kodari Private minibus will be provided for the group.
Border crossing from Kodari to Zhangmu (Tibet) will be on
trucks, incase of landslide, approximately 30 mins ride. Throughout
the journey in Tibet you will be travelling in 4 WD Japanese
vehicles. A truck will be provided for luggage and all camping
equipments and food supplies. |
Staff |
Our
highly experienced Sherpa staff will be responsible for all
camping & cooking arrangements. |
Oxygen |
One
oxygen cylinder with mask will be provided in each vehicle
and during the PARIKRAMA. Please note that oxygen is to be
used only in case of emergency. |
Briefing
and Orientation |
There
will be a briefing of the programme on the day of your arrival
in Kathmandu. It is very important that all participants attend
this briefing. |
Accomodation |
Accommodation
in Nyalam and in Darchen lodges. The room at these places
are very basic without any modem amenities. During the rest
of the journey twin sharing high altitude tents will be provided.
While camping we shall be providing all tents, mattresses,
sleeping bags and camping equipment required for the trip,
except for personal clothing. No laundry services will be
available throughout the trip. Single room cannot be guaranteed. |
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We
will be providing vegetarian breakfast and dinner cooked by
our Sherpas at campsite, who will be taken from Kathmandu.
You will be required to bring sufficient supplimentary food
like chocolates, biscuits, nuts, pickles, bhujias and your
favorite tinned products to add variety to the meals. Lunch
will be packed of light snacks. |
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You
must be in possession of valid passport for at least 9 months.
We will obtain your visa for Tibet and will require the following
information’s when making your reservation. Full name
as it appears in your passport, passport number, date of expiry,
place of issue, nationality, date of birth and occupation.
Two passport size photographs are also required. Additionally,
you must allow a minimum of 10 full working day in Kathmandu
for the visa. Getting a visa for Tibet on the Indian passport
is guaranteed once the tour is booked. Your passports should
reach us not later than 15 days prior to your departure. |
Guide
/ Escort |
Local
English speaking guide will escort the group throughout the
tour in Tibet. |
Photography |
Still
cameras, home video cameras are allowed in China. |
Insurance |
We
recommend that you insure yourself against sickness, EMERGENCY
RESCUE, accident hospitalization, etc.. We are not liable
and responsible for any damages or extra expenses that may
arise from mishaps and the loss of their belongings during
the pilgrimage. |
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The
last place to make any international calls is in Darchan,
Tibet. However, please be informed that it may be difficult
at times to get the connection. If any urgent messages has
to be sent to any of the participants, then please contact
us at the hotel address in Kathmandu. |
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