1) What is Access the Asia Treks?
Access the Asia Treks is the company with the core team solely dedicated to provide the quality service to our clients. Well researched and properly planned itineraries are another aspect for our unique service. The packages available are designed by the experienced team members having 10+ years of experience in this field.
Inquisitive team collaborating to welcome guests for exploring hidden treasures of this wonderful nature has been our goal since 2016 founded by Mr. Nara Bahadur Khatri (Arjun Khatri). He himself has been working in this sector for more than 15+ years with relentless dedication discovering cultures, mountain ranges, trekking routes, hiking routes and the natural beauty of Nepal. Our mission is to unite together to explore and discover different places and to show this wonderful creation of nature to the global community.
Our team has successfully completed the numerous trekking campaign in the Himalayas from moderate to extreme intensity providing a once in a lifetime experience. Trekking guides, experienced Sherpas, cooks, helpers and porters associated in our team are highly experienced and have got immense potentiality for a better outcome of any journey making it the most memorable one.
2) What Access the Asia Treks offers?
Typically, Access the Asia Treks focuses on planning and executing trekking and adventure trips in the Himalayan region, especially in Nepal. Among the services we frequently offer are:
Trekking Expeditions: Provides a range of trekking routes and packages, including the Everest Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Circuit, Manaslu Circuit Trek, Langtang Valley Trek, Kanchenjunga Trek, among others.
Adventure tours: Planning adventure trips that include adventures such as peak climbing, white-water rafting, jungle safaris, mountaineering, and cultural excursions.
Logistics & Support: Offering assistance with permits, lodging, food, transportation, guides, porters, and other logistical needs during treks and tours.
Customized Itineraries: Creating trekking and travel schedules according to the interests, fitness levels, and preferences of clients.
Safety Measures: Safety precautions include making sure trekkers have the right gear, qualified guides, and safety procedures to help them negotiate the difficult terrain and high altitude circumstances.
Cultural Immersion: Cultural immersion involves arranging for local villages, monasteries, and indigenous communities to be visited in order to facilitate cultural experiences.
Client services: Providing advice, information, and help after the trip to improve the whole experience and resolve any issues.
3) About Trekking in Nepal
Trekking in Nepal is a unique trip that combines the challenge of reaching the highest peaks in the world with stunning landscapes and rich cultural experiences.
From verdant woods and terraced fields to high-altitude deserts and snow-capped peaks, Nepal is a veritable treasure trove of varied scenery. Trekkers may enjoy a breathtaking scenery as the Himalayas, home to renowned peaks like Everest, Annapurna, and Langtang, dominate the landscape.
Nepal offers a wide range of trekking routes suitable for hikers of all experience levels. There is something for everyone, ranging from easier, and more manageable routes like the Ghorepani Poon Hill climb to more difficult ones like the Everest Base Camp or the Annapurna Circuit.
Beyond its breathtaking scenery, Nepal is a country rich in many cultures and customs. Trekking trails frequently pass through villages home to several ethnic groups, such as the Tamangs, Gurungs, and Sherpas, giving hikers the chance to fully immerse themselves in the cultures and traditions of the area.
It can be physically taxing to go trekking in Nepal, particularly at higher elevations when acclimatization is essential. But when you reach your destination, you’re often rewarded for your efforts with breathtaking views, interesting cultural experiences, and a feeling of achievement.
With clear skies and ideal weather, the pre- and post-monsoon seasons (March to May and September to November) are the ideal times to go trekking in Nepal. Nonetheless, depending on the area, some hikes can be done all year round.
Trekking in Nepal is an experience that offers breathtaking natural beauty, as well as a chance for personal development, cultural discovery, and an amazing journey through some of the most breathtaking landscapes on earth.
4) Important things required
- Passport
- Few passport size photos for TIMS and other official documents
- Personal trekking equipment
- Snow goggles
- Personal handbag and luggage
- Snacks and sweets like chocolate bar (if required)
- Warm clothes, down jacket and multilayered clothes
- Trekking shoes
- Some personal items and sunscreen/sun cream
- Water bottle and hat
Along with this, physical fitness and travel insurance is also required before you travel to Nepal for trekking purpose. In addition to it, if you have any health issues, it’s better to consult with the concerned staff before the trek. The proper medical history would help to resolve the issue once seen during the trek.
5) Preliminary key notes
- Greeting ‘Namaste’ (your palms held together) is the most respectful and attractive way to greet somebody and is practiced profoundly.
- Accessibility of internet and phone calls can be made efficient using the mobile SIM Card provided by the company itself or you can buy easily in the local market. All you need is one passport sized photo and a photocopy of your physical passport in either case.
- There are lots of major cultural heritage sites in Kathmandu along with the ancient monasteries and sculptures. Photos are not taken unless you have asked for the permission.
- The nightlife in Kathmandu is mostly safe and concentrated in Thamel area, one of the busiest destinations for foreigners to hang out with varied options of bars, restaurants and other places to choose from. Somehow, other areas including small towns are closed before 10pm.
- Nepalese people are friendly, truly kind and incredibly welcoming as there is a phrase in Nepali culture ‘Guests equal Gods’. Out of the blue moon, there are several chances of being cheated. Saying this, you are somehow prone to possible travel scams. Keep yourself and your belongings safe, if you are travelling solo. It is highly recommended to have one experienced guide, taking safety into consideration.
6) Altitude sickness
Acute mountain sickness (AMS), another name for altitude sickness, is a condition that happens when the body is unable to adjust to the lower oxygen concentrations at higher elevations. It can range in severity from less serious disorders like headache, fatigue, and nausea to potentially fatal conditions like high altitude cerebral edema (HACE) or high altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE).
Access the Asia Treks takes several measures to mitigate altitude sickness:
Acclimatization & moderate Ascent: Access the Asia Treks designs itineraries with shorter trekking miles, rest days, and moderate ascents to enable trekkers to acclimate to higher altitudes gradually. This reduces the possibility of illnesses linked to altitude.
Expert Assistance and Guidance: We offer knowledgeable advisors with training in identifying the signs of altitude sickness. Guides keep an eye on the well-being of hikers, offer guidance on hydration and pace, and possess expertise in appropriate acclimatization methods.
Pre-Trek Information: To inform hikers about altitude sickness, its symptoms, and ways to avoid it, we provide pre-trek briefings. Trekkers can take the appropriate safety measures knowing this.
Emergency Protocols: We have established procedures for handling emergencies. We can set up an emergency evacuation to a lower altitude or to medical facilities if necessary.
Nutrition and Hydration: It’s critical to promote healthy nutrition and hydration. In order to sustain energy levels, Access the Asia Treks stresses the significance of eating healthily and drinking lots of water. In addition to it, our expert guides supervise the physical status of the client regarding their everyday movement. It helps to analyze the actual condition of the trekkers.
Quality Equipment and Accommodation: Offering comfortable, restorative teahouses or lodges with bedding that is of the highest caliber.
Access the Asia Treks works to reduce the dangers of altitude sickness and guarantee a safe and enjoyable trekking experience for our clients by emphasizing progressive acclimatization, having knowledgeable guides, and being ready for emergencies.
7) Personal Trekking Gears
For personal gears, you can consult with our staffs. You have an option to buy the personal gears on your own or to go for the rental service which can be guided by us.
We ensure you to have the proper trekking gears before the initiation of the trek.
8) Cancellation Policy
Cancellation by the Client: In the event of cancellation by the Client, the non-refundable deposit shall not be refunded. Further cancellation charges may apply, depending on the notice provided prior to the trip start date.
Cancellation by Access the Asia Treks: The Company reserves the right to cancel a trip due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to weather conditions, natural disasters, political instability, or other events beyond our control. In such cases, a full refund of the Client’s payment will be provided, or the Client may opt to reschedule the trip.
9) Payment
A booking shall be considered confirmed upon receipt of the non-refundable deposit. The remaining balance must be paid in full prior to the commencement of the trek or tour, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.
Bank details:
A/C Holder name : Access the Asia Treks Pvt. Ltd.
Address : Dhumbarahi, Kathmandu
Contact details : +977 – 977 9843080446, 9841949083
Bank Account No : 13201050034579
Swift Code : NIBLNPKT
Bank Name : Nepal Investment Mega Bank Ltd.
Bank Address : Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
10) Travel insurance
It is strongly advised that you get travel insurance that includes coverage for hiking in Nepal. When purchasing travel insurance for trekking in Nepal, endure the following points in consideration
Protection against Altitude Trekking:
Make sure that trekking at high altitudes is specifically covered by your trip insurance. Certain common travel insurance policies might not cover activities over a particular elevation or might have altitude restrictions.
Select a policy that provides coverage for emergency medical evacuation in case of an emergency. This coverage is essential in the event of a serious accident or altitude sickness necessitating a helicopter or other methods of evacuation.
Medical Costs and Procedures:
Medical costs incurred throughout the expedition, including as prescription drugs, hospital stays, emergency care, and doctor consultations, should be covered by the insurance.
Our exquisite team members can provide you the once in a lifetime experience with full assurance. Thus, join us to explore the gigantic Himalayas of Nepal.
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Email us at: accesstheasia1@gmail.com
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