Nagarkot Hiking   |  5 Days

Trip Note

Accommodation on the Nagarkot Hiking.
Everywhere you travel, you will find that Nepali people are very charming. You will be utterly convinced and satisfied with their hospitality. You will find quality tea houses properly spaced between you Hike. These tea houses offer comfortable accommodation and good meals. Tea houses or lodges you find along your path will offer basic twin rooms with attached or common bathrooms. Some lodges may offer you hot showers with additional charges for the service. Most tea houses along the lower altitudes will offer you internet, but you will not find internet at higher altitudes. A night’s stay costs you around 500 NRs, excluding the food charges.

Transportation for Nagarkot Hiking.
You can either take a car or hire a vehicle to reach Nagarkot Hiking. Hiring a private vehicle is also a feasible idea. However, this can be expensive, as they will charge you by the day and may even charge you for the fuel. The drive to the Nagarkot Hiking is a scenic one, and you can enjoy the fleeting sights of the settlements and countryside of Nepal.

Food & Meals on Nagarkot Hiking.
Traveling at high altitudes, you cannot expect to get the fanciest of meals. But you will surely get to taste the kind of food people eat in such areas. Tea houses will have several dishes to offer you. As per usual, you will find a larger variety at lower altitudes, and as you go higher, your choices for meals narrow down. One notable thing about the Nagarkot hiking is that, at many places in this region, you will only find vegetarian food. One item you will definitely find is the Dal Bhat set. This set includes rice, lentils, vegetables, and even meat in some places. Some lodges may offer you their own versions of Western food, such as pizzas, pasta, French fries, etc. Other snacks you may find are soups, momos, noodles, etc.

Backpack List for Nagarkot Hiking.
Like all treks, you have to carry only what is needed. Your porter will have a designated weight you can give him. But it is important to only pack the essentials that you will definitely use on your trip. The ideal backpack would consist of

• Proper clothing: strong, durable, warm jackets; sweat-absorbent clothes for hiking; inner layers; undergarments; trousers; and socks.
• Gear: hats, beanies, buffs/balaclavas, gloves, and hiking/trekking shoes.
• Accessories: trekking poles, sunglasses, lamps/headlamps, water bottles, first aid kits, medication tablets, toiletries, etc.
• Additional items: snacks, electronic gadgets (power bank, kindle, tablets), game cards, etc.

You should have a proper bag that can accommodate all the necessities. If you hire a porter, you can add another bag under the weight limit for your porter to carry.

Guides & Porters on Nagarkot Hiking.
It is highly recommended that you have a guide with you. Hiring a porter depends on what kind of hike you are going on. Guides can help you in every aspect of the hike. They can guide you through the routes as well as help you with any emergencies. Guides are like companions for your trek. They don't just carry out their tasks as guides but help you with the lodges and all communication tasks so that everything is smooth. They will keep you on schedule and make sure everything is going according to plan. The number of guides and porters depends on the group you have. The larger the group, the more porters and guides are required.

Group Size & Crew Member Nagarkot Hiking.
You can choose your own group size according to your preference. You may have to hire more porters and guides according to the size of your group. You may require a set of crew members if you are planning to go on camping Hikes. You will need porters, guides, cooks, etc. They will help you set up camps as you go. For other Hike, your group members must be skilled in navigating. However, travel agencies will assist you with guides, assistant guides, and porters. They will help you get through the well-established routes. You may also travel alone if you wish, but it depends upon the agreement stating that you are responsible for your own safety

Medical Facility on Nagarkot Hiking.
It is highly recommended that you bring medications that you think will be required after ample research. You can carry some common medications that can be used to deal with a headache, flu, stomach problems, etc. If you travel with a guide, he will also most likely have a first aid kit. Most guides will also be trained in first aid procedures and basic medical and life aid. There will most likely be small medical shops around the villages, which can help you with the primary treatment and common medicines. You can easily find hospitals at lower altitudes.

Altitude Sickness on Nagarkot Hiking.
One of the risks of traveling to high altitude is altitude sickness. When you travel at high altitudes, the oxygen density lowers. To keep going, you have to maintain a slow and steady pace, exerting minimum pressure on your body. The biggest threat of altitude sickness is that it cannot be cured or gotten rid of instantly. Symptoms of altitude sickness include shortness of breath, fatigue, insomnia, headache, nausea, etc. If you experience any of these, stop your hike and take some medications or descend right away. Medications such as Diamox can help you in dire situations. By staying hydrated, getting adequate rest, and acclimatizing to the location, you can avoid altitude complications. If such cases do arise, consult with the trek guide to take further actions.

Insurance & Rescue on Nagarkot Hiking.
Insurance is one of the key things you must have covered if you are traveling at high altitudes. Usually, your travel insurance policy does not easily cover high-altitude travel. While traveling at high altitudes, you may face health issues and require immediate medical attention or even a rescue operation. You will need a rescue team to carry you to the nearest hospital. Sometimes, helicopter rescue services are required too. As such facilities can be really expensive, it is best to have insurance to cover all of these charges. You can find insurance providers who also cover your insurance at high altitudes.

Booking & Payments on Nagarkot Hiking.
You will find plenty of travel agencies that have varieties of offers for a Nagarkot hike at decent prices. You will have to prefix the dates and schedule your hike through the platform the agency will provide. You also have the option to let the agency choose the best dates for your trek, given that you provide them with a time period of your availability. To book a trek, you will have to comply with the terms and agreements set by the agencies. You will be required to send necessary documents such as passports and visas. You will be expected to provide an advanced down payment for your hiking. You may cancel your trip, but if you have booked a plan, you can be charged a certain amount of money depending upon the agreement set before.

Insurance & Rescue on Nagarkot Hiking.
Insurance is one of the key things you must have covered if you are traveling at high altitudes. Usually, your travel insurance policy does not easily cover high-altitude travel. While traveling at high altitudes, you may face health issues and require immediate medical attention or even a rescue operation. You will need a rescue team to carry you to the nearest hospital. Sometimes, helicopter rescue services are required too. As such facilities can be really expensive, it is best to have insurance to cover all of these charges. You can find insurance providers who also cover your insurance at high altitudes.

Booking & Payments on Nagarkot Hiking.
You will find plenty of travel agencies that have varieties of offers for a Nagarkot hike at decent prices. You will have to prefix the dates and schedule your hike through the platform the agency will provide. You also have the option to let the agency choose the best dates for your trek, given that you provide them with a time period of your availability. To book a trek, you will have to comply with the terms and agreements set by the agencies. You will be required to send necessary documents such as passports and visas. You will be expected to provide an advanced down payment for your hiking. You may cancel your trip, but if you have booked a plan, you can be charged a certain amount of money depending upon the agreement set before.

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