Hotel and Lodge on Helambu Trek:
Redrose travel arranges it’s best for comfortable and pleasant accommodation and also provides you nourished hygienic food. We will be staying at the standard hotel (rating of 2 – 3 Star) in Kathmandu whereas, in the remote areas, we will be staying at a tea house or a local lodge. We can also arrange luxurious rooms from 4 – 5 Star hotels in the cities with an additional charge but the remote mountainous regions have no such facilities.
Tea houses and local lodges in the remote region will have a usual bed with usual mattress and a pillow. Only a few of them have electricity but the rest rely on lanterns or candles lights. Booking of the room is done prior to the starting of the trek. If in case we are not able to book the room in advance, we can book it upon reaching there as these areas have ample of lodges and tea houses. If for some reason, we aren’t able to book a lodge/teahouse - we can easily set a camp which will be the most adventurous part of the trek itself.
Food and Drinks for Langtang Helambu Trekking:
Redrose travel focuses on client’s safety and health and gives it the foremost priority. We make sure that each and every client get the same portion of clean, hygienic and nourishing food which is a very necessary - especially while trekking.
During the trek - all the meals i.e. breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided inclusive in our package. But in the city, either breakfast or dinner is included. Please go through the detailed itinerary for each day to see which meals are included. During the trek, breakfast and dinner will be served in the same lodge where we spend overnight and our expert trek leader will be taking you to the clean hotels/restaurants for lunch on the way to your destination.
Normal water will be provided free of cost but we suggest you carry water purification pills to purify the water. If you prefer to drink packaged bottled mineral water, you will easily get in shops or tea houses, but the expense should be paid by the client as it is not included in the package.
Best Seasons:
On every trek, weather plays a key factor. The best time can also differ from your preferences. We can tackle the trek in any season, but the one that offers a smooth ascent are listed below:
- Spring ( March-May): The season that attracts the most crowd is spring as it is the time of the year when the sunny skies are bluest. The blooming of the flowers, mainly rhododendrons, acts as a cherry on top.
- Autumn (September-November): The skies are crystal clear which makes the mountain range even more stunning. The days of trekking are comfortable and nights are cooler as the temperature is perfect for hiking.
Luggage/Backpack:
Our porters will carry your major luggage while you carry a backpack with items very handy while trekking such as water bottle, towel, tissue or toilet paper, camera or any other stuff which you feel is necessary during your trek. Gears and clothes not needed during your trek can be left in the hotel safe deposit box properly locked without any extra charge. Domestic airlines of Nepal do not allow more than 15 kg including your hand baggage. If your baggage exceeds more than 15 kg, an extra charge will cover that up but isn’t included in our package.
Guide/Porter on Trek:
Redrose travel Team provides honest porters and well experienced first aid certified, altitude sickness trained trekking guides who will be handling all your issues on the trip. All our staffs are very cordial and sincere. The porter will be carrying up to 10 kg luggage of each client. While trekking in a bigger group i.e. more than 10 people - an additional guide will be provided and the group also can be split according to the number of people in the group.
Group Size, and Crew Member:
Redrose travel arranges trekking in Helambu Trek with a minimum of two clients to a maximum of 12 in a group. The larger group we will be arranged by dividing the groups into two or more according to the number of people. However, although you might be staying in the same lodge - but during your trek - you might be having a different guide.
Personal Expenses on Trek:
Personal expenses totally depend upon how extravagant are you in nature. Our package includes the cost of accommodation and meals during your trek as mentioned in the itinerary. Besides that, you are liable to pay for additional meals, table drinks, snacks, hot shower (accessible in some places), alcoholic drinks, entrance fee (around US $ 25 ) for visiting heritage sites of Kathmandu, meals in Kathmandu (around US $ 5-7), tips for driver, guide and porters, etc. Tips to the guides, porter or any other members are not mandatory. You can tip them if you are satisfied with their service.
Available Gears/Equipment:
Trekking equipment is readily available in the stores of Kathmandu at a very reasonable price or it can also be hired with a minimal charge per day. So, you don’t have to buy or carry from your hometown.
A Usual Day on Trek:
These are the approximate guidelines for a trek on each day which may differ according to the itinerary or schedule or your pace while trekking.
Normally, you are required to trek for 4-6 hours each day. We start our trek after breakfast and stop for the lunch. We trek for 3-4 hours after lunch to reach our destination. If we reach our destination in afternoon, you can spend rest of the hours relaxing, take shower or just wander around.
Greetings at the Airport:
After booking and confirming your Helambu Trek of the Langtang region with us, we suggest you flow all the information such as - your number of days of stay, departure date, returning date, & international flight details (arrival time, flight number). After getting this information, a representative of Redrose travel's team can easily pick you up from the airport on time.
After you complete the formalities of the airport and come to the exit gate, you can spot Redrose travel's member holding a placard of your name or redrose travel waiting outside the terminal. After meeting and greetings, we will transfer you to the hotel in our private car. If you have booked the hotel by yourself, please let us know in advance, so that we can drop you at your respective hotel.
Changes in the Itinerary:
Our regular itinerary of the Langtang Valley Trek is 8 days unless you have customized it. The itinerary has been carefully designed by our operation manager which is very pragmatic & includes the high altitude acclimatizing. These 8 days includes your arrival day, departure and sightseeing Kathmandu. It also may have an extra day which allows flexibility to adjust the delay or cancellation of flight due to sudden changes in the Himalayan weather (applies according to the location).
If you would like to extend more days or lessen some, we surely can do that as per your wish.
Safety Measures:
Client’s safety is our main priority and we make sure that each and every client is well taken care of. If by chance anyone gets sick during the trek, we will take you to the nearest hospital as soon as possible. If the condition is serious – we will use the rescue helicopter to take you to the nearest hospital while all the expenses will be carried out by the travel insurance company. We suggest you get insured for up to 6000 meters.
Booking and Payment:
After confirming or booking the trip – all we need is the copy of the passport, insurance policy, and the international flight details (ticket). Then, a 20% advance deposit is required for any trip, trek or expedition which is not refundable - used for reservations of hotels and lodges according to the itinerary.
The remaining balance is due when you arrive at Kathmandu and can be paid by any means convenient to you. We prefer payment via cash (to avoid any extra service charge) but bank transfer, credit cards, western union, and pay pal are also the accepted form of payments.
Trekking Permits:
Don’t worry about the permit. We’ll handle everything so that you can focus on your trek. You can focus on soaking in the natural beauty of Nepal as we’ll take care of
- Local Government Entry Permit (Trek Card)
- Langtang National Park Permit
- Trekkers’ Information Management Systems Card
Altitude Sickness:
The Helambu Trek is known for its stunning scenery in low altitude, making it a great choice for beginner trekkers. While some sections reach beyond 3000m which can cause few problems if it is your very first trek rest assured, we prioritize your comfort every step of the way. That is also the main reason we rest, walk slowly, and drink enough water while we hike. You should prepare yourself mentally and physically if possible.
Packing Essentials:
Packaging for your first trek can be exciting and tricky at the same time. We at Red Rose suggest you have a balance between preparedness and avoiding unnecessary weight. Even though most of the heavy duties will be of porters. There might arise the case of being overweight for them too. You should focus on breathable, quick-drying clothing with enough layers to adapt to changing temperatures. Pack a warm fleece jacket, orbeanie for colder nights in high altitudes. Comfortable hiking boots with a good grip can work for any trek. Also, it is always better to be preparedso we urge you to carry a lightweight raincoat for unexpected rains.
Other essentials such as sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat can be useful for protection from the sun. Reusable water bottles, andwater purification tablets are also recommended to be brought together.
Safety Measures:
While the trek is beginner-friendly, the maximum altitude you will gain along the trek is around 3650m which can be worrying for few. Your safety is our main priority and we will make sure that every one of you is far from any kind of danger. If you are sick during the trekby any means, it will be our responsibility to take you to the nearest hospital as quickly as possible. If the condition is anywhere near serious, we will take care of you by any means necessary up to calling a rescue helicopterwhile all the expenses will be carried by the travel insurance company. It is the reason we suggest you get insured in your home country before any trek.
Facilities during the trek to Helambu:
You won't have to worry about missing anything as the lodges along the trek offer you Wi-Fi for a charge at lodges along the walk. You can make contact with the close ones. When it comes to recharging your devices, you can do it at the lodges for a nominal fee.
Additionally, The lodges also provide hot water in bottles or mineral water. We advise you to take water purification pills to treat local water.
If you have any other questions or want to inquire more, please feel free to email or contact us.
