How to Prepare Yourself for Trekking at Some of th...
Nepal has always been one of the most popular tourist attractions thanks to the Himalayan Range. The lofty mountains of the Himalayan range in Nepal provide both thrill and scenic view. Thus it has become highly popular as a trekking destination in recent times. Here we shall talk about two of the most popular trekking areas in the country and how to prepare oneself for this trip.
This highly popular trip starts from a place called Lukla and lasts for approximately 14 days or more. The trekking starts from the upper part of Phakding and goes on till one reaches the Everest base camp. This trip promises to be worth the effort as it allows you to get a spectacular and never before seen view of Mt. Everest.
This trip starts from Phedi which is about a 45 minutes journey from the famous Pokhara. It will take one through some of the villages with ethnic settlements, rhododendron forests and enable one to get an absolutely mind-blowing view of the mountain ranges. Though it can be a challenging trip physically, the visual treat that it offers is beyond imagination.
How to Prepare Yourself for the Trip:
Here are some of the things that you would no doubt require, if you wish to go for a Nepal trekking trip:
1. You need appropriate clothing both to protect yourself from the heat at the beginning of trek and the cold at the higher altitudes.
2. Get yourself a good pair of boots. Remember that you would have to walk in them for more than 5 hours each day. So, make sure you get a pair that is light and very comfortable.
3. Find a nice and light pair of shoes too. You can use these while staying in the villages or the lodges.
4. Also, bring a light sleeping bag along which would allow you to sleep comfortably, even in low temperatures.
5. Fabric band-aids are an absolute necessity as they can come in extremely handy if you get a cut or blister.
These are the most essential things that you should be bringing to your trekking trip. Keep these in mind and you will sure have a safe trip.
