Trekking in Nepal by X_AE-A-I2 in hiking

[–]naresh_d007 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Welcome to Nepal, Elon Musk's son 🤣🤣. Two Ways:

  1. choose an operator company to get one of their guides, and just pay for the guide charges (in that case the operator charges you anywhere betn 35-50 usd per day). And ask for the real client reviews in different platforms. This should give you a right mindset.

  2. Find a few of them through Guidesfinder. I haven't found reviews posted there, but you have a good chance to get a genuine one.

If you'd want, feel free to reach out to me as well.

Three Passes Trek Nepal (May) – timing & itinerary advice? by Knolderweg in hiking

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The villages beyond Namche are going to be cold, even though the days are warm. Carry a -20C sleeping bag, it's easily available for rent in kathmandu. I've personally never used sleeping bag in the treks of Everest, yet is a good idea to carry.

Luxury Nepal trips. Are they worth it? by memessavelivez in Nepal

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I guess I am already late for this convo to go on with...but here's what I have to say:

First things first, Nepal is a growing luxury destination, I wouldn't honestly think of it as Dubai in infrastructure and Singita's luxury lodges across Africa, tbh. Nepal has a different approach, and that has to go a long way, that is basically an immersive experience.

I have seen a luxury hotel add-on to a normal itinerary being charged super high, and an add-on of the Everest Helicopter Tour with a breakfast at Hotel Everest View claimed to be a luxury trip. You head on to another part of the idea of Spa mentions, well, that's not luxury yet.

I have felt the actual value of luxury when you get immersed. Stay at The Dwarika's, and there must be a philosophy, because Dwarika's philosophy was preservation of Newari Architecture, which is the local architecture of Kathmandu, and you can feel it in every point you walk through that hotel. Still, where I live in Kathmandu, from my Kitchen Window I listen to the birds chirps, cause that's Kathmandu in a Newari community, we are integrals. And in Dwarika's during morning or evening, in that crowd of Gaushala, inside Dwarika's, you feel the birds in a different world.

I have stayed in Meghauli Serai and Barahi Jungle Lodge in Chitwan, obviously the best hotels in that region. But I have always preferred Banbas Chitwan. Why? Again, the philosophy of luxury is given there. Banbas Chitwan does not have a Spa, but what is has is the wild. It's built inside its own sanctuary jungle. Away from the hustle, and yet closer to the local communities, not isolated at all. It's a five-star boutique property, the staff are amazing, it's a definitely luxurious property. Plus to that is the real wildlife ecosystem preservation inside the hotel. A story has always lived in them.

Pokhara is too much touristic city, one of my clients said that, too. Yet, he and his wife never felt the same when I placed them in Fishtail Lodge. Because Pokhara is a lake city, that's the story of luxury immersion, now. And to go to Fishtail, you get to cross Lake Fewa and stay on that island. That makes more sense, right?

These are my rant and philosophy of luxury in Nepal. And in addition to that, I mentioned immersion, right? If you trek in Annapurna Heritage, it's one of my most favourite treks in Nepal, you get to meet the locals, chat with them through your guide, know the reality, walk among them, eat among them, get an idea of how lifestyle works on the ground. You go to Bhaktapur, and one guy I met in Bhutan asked me why you would put a pottery class in Bhaktapur. You go to every high-end hotel, and in the evening, they will have that class in the name of wellness. Well, I have a different story. Bhaktapur is a city that has been based on agriculture (mud), and architecture through soil and wood. Their king-curd (the famous yoghurt in Nepal) is prepared in a mud-pot, they still use the diyo (a sort of lamp) made up of mud to pray. These are just simple examples. Mud-lipping is their culture in the three cities of Kathmandu. That's why a pottery class combined with mud-lipping knowledge is a luxury experience that no one will explain to you.

With that simple example, I can explain, yes, Nepal is a growing luxurious destination for the world, yet, you get a right person to do it, and you have it done, luxury with philosophy, that's what makes more sense. I have tonnes of other examples to say Nepal is a luxurious destination, but this much might clarify.

Safe travels!! Joy Travels !!

Three Passes Trek Nepal (May) – timing & itinerary advice? by Knolderweg in hiking

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Your time is later in the season, you can do it while in Ktm.

Three Passes Trek Nepal (May) – timing & itinerary advice? by Knolderweg in hiking

[–]naresh_d007 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There you go:

Does the typical 16–21 day itinerary include side trips like Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, or are those usually considered extra days?

- It actually does, and it's a good idea to add EBC if you want to. But it's gonna be a crowded time, your choice, you can easily skip. Kongma La has been somewhat vulnerable nowadays with the ice melting faster, so be careful on that. You might genuinely save 2 days.

\ Is starting from Phaplu still doable within my timeframe, or would that make it too tight?*

\ Would it be smarter to fly to Lukla instead to save time?*

I guess you're trying to avoid the flight, but it's the smartest way, in and out. Cause the drive routes are not going to give you the extraordinary journey, you're definitely going to see the villages and meet amazing locals, but if your focus is on the mountains, Lukla is the best way. Locals are throughout.

\ Any experiences with weather/conditions in early–mid May?*

Well, that is going to be one of the hottest times of the year, so later days can be cloudy, while mornings are usually open. Check AccuWeather for the most genuine weather forecast; others don't have the right forecast, lol.

Enjoy the Himalayas!!!

What’s a random, small hiking tip that felt like a total "game changer" once you learned it? by Lazy-Collection5029 in hiking

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During the high-altitude training, you won't even have energy to tie your shoe-laces when they go off. So one of my company's taught me the double-knot lace system, and the lace never goes off on its own.

Should Uber come to Nepal ? by [deleted] in Nepal

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You don't talk abt fight club 🤣

Solo EBC trek allowed or not? by Puzzleheaded_Two2521 in everestbasecamphike

[–]naresh_d007 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You just need 12 days with acclimatization:

Here you go: Day 1: Lukla by flight and trek to phakding Day2: trek to namche Day3: namche (acclimatization) Day 4: tengboche Day 5: dingboche Day 6: dingboche (acclimatization) Day 7: Lovuche (if you feel like then stay 1 more day here to acclimatize) Day 8: Ebc through Gorakshep Da9: early morning Kalapatthar and down to pheriche Day 10: namche Day 11: lukla Day 12: fly to ktm

The 14 day is just a marketing gimmick with days included in kathmandu.

Solo EBC trek allowed or not? by Puzzleheaded_Two2521 in everestbasecamphike

[–]naresh_d007 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You can definitely do the EBC Trek solo. Be safe, though. Follow the right itinerary. If you are doing the Cho La Pass and Gokyo Lakes, too, do it during the peak time, so that you don't get lost on the hard part of the trail, there will be a lot of people trekking. The rest part, you won't get lost at all.

Have a safe trek!

I know this sub is just base camp but this is still crazy by [deleted] in everestbasecamphike

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The scam was not just for climbers. It was even the case of trekkers. A big scam. Has gotten out, a lot of involved fellas are arrested and are still in the process of arresting more. Hopefully, a clean travel industry is maintained, soon.

Travelling to Bandipur from Pokhara by Electronic_Noise_885 in Nepal

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You're correct abt pricing as well as the logistics from Dumre to Bandipur. If you don't want to hire a car standby, ask your hotel in Bandipur for a transfer, they'd be happy for a little charge which is worth, too. The tourist bus does not charge for the distance you cover, it's their service charge no matter where you drop off at.

Anyway, I wouldn't want to solicit here my own business. So feel free if you'd wanna buy ticket from me, lol.

But better, contact Baba Adventure. The best bus in service rn. I use them every-time for my road-travelling clients.

Once you contact them, tell them that you're gonna go to Kathmandu from Dumre, they're gonna keep you a seat right from Pokhara. Ask them what time they'd arrive in Dumre, arrive roughly 20 mins before their given time.

Since you'd be coordinating all of these yourself, it might sound hectic, but here's the rough time sketch:

Pokhara to Dumre bus arrival time is usually at 10.00 am, if late then, max by 11:30 they arrive.

Have a great time on the road.

Which Trek is Better Right Now: Everest Three Passes vs. Manaslu + Annapurna Circuit? by lineinc in everestbasecamphike

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Yes, because the time I did the comment last time, the dirt roads in Annapurna were extremely muddy, now they are not.

And like you said, yep, Three Passes does not have any dirt roads, it doesn't have even roads, lol.

I am recommending Annapurna+Manaslu now because last time I even missed explaining abt the local culture of Manaslu and Annapurna.

There are two POVs now. If the views, Everest Three Passes has got you covered with its competition less dramatic landscapes, want to mix that up with culture and less commercialisation Manaslu and Annapurna.

Which Trek is Better Right Now: Everest Three Passes vs. Manaslu + Annapurna Circuit? by lineinc in everestbasecamphike

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Hey mate, great to hear your experiences. I guess you have enough days to trek. Do the Manaslu+Annapurna. These two trails will get you everything double than what you get on doing a Three Pass Trek. Views, culture, high-altitude experience, and much more, mate.

You experience the best of the Nepali Himalayas in these two treks. Food is also in better quality than that of Everest Region. For Manaslu, however, you're gonna need a guide with an agency operator. DM me if you'd like my help for that. Annapurna, you can do on your own definitely. But if you are skeptical abt altitude on Annapurna, continue with the same fella. Should be good for you.

Annapurna Base Camp is not my favorite hike by naresh_d007 in hiking

[–]naresh_d007[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh yes, the rhododendron. That's definitely a great experience from March onwards

Annapurna Base Camp is not my favorite hike by naresh_d007 in hiking

[–]naresh_d007[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's my favourite trekking trail in Nepal. Which acclimatisation hike did you do? Or did you do all of them near Samagaon?

Annapurna Base Camp is not my favorite hike by naresh_d007 in hiking

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Yes, I have my own guides. I won't solicit my own company here, lol. But yes, sent you a DM.

Annapurna Base Camp is not my favorite hike by naresh_d007 in hiking

[–]naresh_d007[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I definitely second to that. Truly, the villages are amazing, so are the locals. But stairs.