Himalaya
Introduction
Travel to Himalaya - Yes!
Tibet is the ancestor of mountains, the source of rivers, the rooftop of the world. There are mountains, ancient templates, and sweet tea. The yaks on the vast pastures of the plateau. A blue water pond in the windswept desert. The golden sunlight on the peak of the snow mountain. It is the place of serenity and sacredness. It lacks oxygen but is full of belief. Keep walking, to the Himalayas, bestow your soul a farthest and the freest journey.
Destinations
Himalaya Destinations
Kula Kangri
—A wonderland in the middle of the Himalayas
Mount Kula Kangri is one of the four sacred mountains in Tibet. It consists of three peaks and is located on the border between China and Bhutan. Kula Kangri hiking trails perfectly mix snow mountains and plateau lakes. The main peak towering into the clouds is a lofty and spectacular sight. The moment you see it, you will marvel at nature’s power and accept your smallness.
Below the southern slope, lush grass blankets the earth like a fairyland painting. You will feel rooted there, not wanting to leave. Next the impossibly sapphire-blue of a mysterious lake surrounded by the Kuragongi peaks. Legend has it that you can see your past life in its waters. Kula Kangri is an entry-level Himalayan hiking route, but the journey is full of diversity—climb over ridges, encounter serene lakes, visit the solemn temples, wake up with the snow mountains at sunrise and fall asleep in the company of glimmering stars.
Kaamo Tsangpo valley
—An uncharted charming valley
Described as “the most beautiful valley in the world” by British Adventure in their book Everest Expedition, Kaamo Tsangpo Valley is located on the eastern slope of Mount Everest. It is the largest and best preserved virgin forest in the region. Standing in this valley, Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak, Mt.Lhotse, the fourth highest peak, and Makalu, the fifth-highest peak, will all be lined up in front of you. In the summer, the valley is lush with vegetation, with large swathes of delicate pink alpine azaleas in full bloom and crystal-clear streams. Camping in this isolated valley, away from the bustling city, you will enjoy peace and feel the quiet power of the world’s highest peak.
Shishapangma
—Check in! The first row of snow mountain lake view campground
Shishapangma, also called Gosainthān, is the 14th highest mountain in the world at 8027 meters above sea level and is the only 8000-meter mountain entirely located in China. The 180-degree hiking trail around Shishapangma will provide a snowy experience. The distance between the hikers and the peaks is less than 10 kilometres. Along the way, you are surrounded on three sides by majestic snow mountains. Hikers can behold the towering snow mountain group from multiple angles, as well as glaciers thousands of meters high. The campground is beside the alpine lakes on the eastern slope of Shishapangma, which is the best place to get shots of the peaks and their reflections. Trek on the ridges between the valleys to feel their charm and power, and you’ll find that Shishapangma has the purest colours of the Himalayas.
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FAQ
Regular Questions
Himalaya locates in the south of the Tibetan Plateau. There are 14 snow mountains above 8000 meters in the world, 10 of them are located in the Himalayas. The most famous is Mount Everest, which is the highest mountain in the world. The Himalayas, with their snow-capped peaks and overflowing glaciers. It is the ancestor of all mountains and the source of all rivers.
The best time to visit the Himalayas is from April to May in spring and from October to November in autumn. Mainly to avoid extreme cold and rainy seasons. During these two periods, the temperature is not too low. And visitors could have sunny days during the trip, which is suitable for hiking and photography activities.
We recommend people aged from 18 to 60 to join the Himalaya trekking tour. Teenagers who are under 18 years old are able to join, but a guardian is required. Himalayas trekking tour is not recommended for children.
Usually, you will hike 4-6 hours per day at high-altitude areas during the Himalayas trekking tour. So you need to be physically fit and have a good mentality. Of course, you don't need to walk all the time, the 4-6 hours include lunchtime and breaks. There are staff to set up the camp and prepare food for you, so you don't need to carry extra weight. People with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases and other diseases unsuitable for entering the plateau cannot sign up for Himalayan trekking tours.
Clothes Preparation: Clothing choice will be based on three keywords: wind resistance, water resistance and warmth. Next, follow the layering guide to prepare your clothing, which provides reliable weather protection and ensures freedom of movement in outdoor activities. The inner layer (base layer) refers to worn next-to-skin clothes, the function is to provide warmth and move moisture away from your skin to keep you dry. Wool and synthetic materials clothes are good choices. Mid-layer: warm layer, down jacket insulation and fleece, are good choices. The more layers you wear, the warmer you'll be. Outer layer: The Outer layer is mainly used for water and wind protection, so a professional Shell jacket is essential. Finally, accessories can be added according to personal habits, such as face masks, gloves, hats and sunglasses.
Gear Preparation: a pair of professional hiking boots. It would be good to have a pair of trekking poles, which can protect your knees. Especially when walking down steep hills.
Sleep system preparation: We will provide you with professional mountain tents, sleeping pads and footprints. All you need to bring is a sleeping bag.
Food will be served by staff. Up to four types of drinks, at least four dishes and one soup are provided for camp meals (dinner) every day. At least three kinds of fruits are available for each meal, and you can have apples every day.
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