Tibet Tour-Travel Preparation:
If you are planning the Tibet tour and the Holy Kailash tour, you should know that it is a rigorous and challenging trip where we have to spend all the time at high altitudes. So, at least 2 months of regular practice is recommended either 2 hours daily running, swimming, or joining a health club may help to complete the Journey successfully. Reduce drinking alcoholic beverages & smoking habits. Consult your Doctor to assess your health to function safely within your limitations. In addition to your physician's prescriptions, a first aid kit is essential for the travel.
General Effective Medicines:
We would like to request you bring the following effective medicines with you for the success of the Tibet and Mt. Kailash tour.
- Fever
- Chest congestion
- Loose motion
- Body & Joint pains
- Sore throat
- Indigestion
- Stiffness
- Headache
- Constipation
- Cold
- Acidity
- Diarrhea
- Cough
- Stomach cramps
- Swellings
- Sneezing
- Vomiting
- Muscle Pulls
- Nose Blocks
- Dysentery
- Store eyes
- Necessary First Aid Kit
- Vaseline
- Facial tissues
- Dark sunglasses
- Band-Aid
- Toilet papers
- Glare protection
- Cotton
- Rubber bands
- Cough drop
- Bandage roll
- Small plastic bag
- Chopstick
- Dettol /Listerine
- Cologne
- Antiseptic
- Vicks
- Mouth Freshness
- Candles/Lighter
- Cologne
- Antiseptic
- Face Masks
- Body lotion
- Nose Inhaler
- Dust cover
- Mustard Oil
In addition to the above one should carry glucose-based items [mints, toffees, and mini chocolate bars for periodical consumption at high altitudes for energy. Multi vitamins and vitamin-C tablets are required for daily consumption as a routine. Make a separate pouch for the First Aid Kit with a list of Medicines and their appropriate usage. Saving is not advisable since any cut or bruise may not heal quickly and may irritate with nagging discomfort.
Additionally:
Once you finalized your plan to visit the Holiest Mt. Kailash and Manasarovar, be sure you hold a valid passport. A copy of your passport should be sent to us at least 1 month before starting your Yatra. It is advisable to carry extra money [In addition to the tour cost] for personal needs or emergencies. Travel cheques, Indian currencies [except 500 and 1000 currency notes], and credit card is accepted in Nepal. You can exchange your currency into Chinese currencies at the Chinese border. The unspent Chinese currency can be reconverted on return.
Documents:
You are advised to own a small waist pouch or document bag to manage the following documents properly;
- Passport with Photostat copies of Photographs, Identity card Diary for addresses, contacts, small notes, etc.
- Ball pens with spare refills Maps/Charts/Books etc.
- Travel Cheques, credit cards & Currency.
- Airline/Railway tickets/vouchers.
- Any other document for personal purposes.
Clothing And Equipment:
Clothing & Equipment are very important for all Tibet and Mt Kailash travelers so we are recommending you following equipment for your protection and safety
- Sleeping Bag down with inside extra cove
- Down Jacket, Polar fleece: Light quilted.
- Pure wool and thick cotton socks
- Thermal underwear (Inner-full fitting) wool or mixed combination.
- Wool pullovers-polo neck, Flannel shirts.
- Warm light gloves, Snowcap(with ear covering)
- Wool monkey caps, Sun hats & scarves.
- Comfortable Trekking boots and Sandals.
- Sun / Snow glasses.
- Towels-including a small hand towel.
- Hot water bottle.
- Light Trek bag (for camera, and very essential things.) and duffel bag to keep your personal belongings.
- Raincoat with hood.
- Ladies can select other clothing materials as per their interests.
- Torch with spare cells & bulbs.
- Video camera: - as per the interest.
- Binoculars.
- Plastic mug/ whistle.
- Swiss knife (multipurpose)
- First aid box / personal medicine.
- Walking stick