I am a woman and I am preparing trekking in Tibet, do you have any suggestion or hint for me?
A: It is not a tale that Tibet is the most secure places for women trekking in, if you are in a suitable manner! Tibetan care about the women's wear very much, so do not dress in shots, are the best choice, Because in Tibet, there are rare public toilet except in Lhasa or Shigatse the big cities. So it will be useful when you need do the personal things without shroud.
Can you suggest us a few trekking routes?Do you have any information about them?
In general, travel to Tibet represents the sightseeing tours but even the land is situated in average of above 13000 feet, this inaccessible land have lots of possibilities of trekking routes for the adventure seeker. Whether it is a pilgrimage trek or a mountain expedition, Tibet offers trekking trips from short one day to month long as per ones requirement. But the treks are not feasible in the wintertime as the temperature goes very low (-30 to -40绡) and also the days are much shorter.
We offer many different types of treks to Tibet, with a range of hotels to suit every pocket. What's more, as we understand that a visit to this special country is a highly personal experience, we can also arrange a trek to meet your specific needs.
Here is a short information about the common trekking routes available in Tibet:
| Trek name |
Trekking days |
Starting point |
Ending point |
Maximum elevation |
Difficulty |
Best season |
| Ganden - Samye trek |
4 to 5 |
Ganden Samye Monastery |
5250m |
Strenuous |
|
Jun - Sep |
| Everest base camp |
3 to 4 |
Xegar Rongbuk (Everest base camp) |
5200m |
Strenuous |
|
Jun - Sep |
| Mt. Kailash Kora |
3 |
Darchen Darchen |
5630m |
Strenuous |
|
Jun - Sep |
| Mansarovar Kora |
4 to 5 |
Chiu monastery Chiu monastery |
4680m |
Strenuous |
|
Jun - Sep | What kind of gear should I bring for trekking Tibet?
As to the equipment for trekking, your tour operator will do the big work for you, like the tent, cooking equipment, food, car, truck and pack animals etc. Even these facilities will be arranged by the company, you still need at least 2-3 months to prepare for your personal packing. When planning your clothing needs for a trek, think in terms of layers. Layers of clothing will keep you warm, but can be removed to gradually prevent overheating. During spring and autumn the night temperature in the mountains often dip below freezing, making warm gear essential. In the summer the days can be hot, requiring light cotton clothing. Adequate wet-weather gear is also a priorit during the summer. Remember that the mountainous regions of Tibet can receive snow any month of the year, and always be prepared for cold weather if you will be trekking at elevations much above4880m. Make sure that the clothing you will wear most often can be washed in cold water and dries quickly.
What are other things I may need in my trekking?
Many of the following items are optional. Don't try to bring everything ,you would need a herd of yaks to carry it. If you are on commercial trek, the weight limit for personal duffel bags is usually 15kg.
Pocket knife: Swiss -army style is best.
Sewing kit: One small kit. A leather sewing awl is ideal for big repairs.
Duct tape: One small roll for repairs.
Compass: For use with trail description and orientation with maps.
Altimeters: Measures altitude as a function of the barometric pressure.
Gaiters: Good for winter treks or wet trails conditions during monsoon.
Insulated booties: Down or fiber-filled, for the colder months.
Umbrella: The lightweight collapsible kind for rain and hot sunshine.
Waterproof ground sheet or poncho: Handy for laying out gear on wet ground.
Cooking pots: Necessary only if you are trekking as an individual.
Utensils: Supplied on commercial treks. Have your own pair of chopsticks if you plan to eat in local restaurants.
Drinking cup: For the butter tea that will be served if you visit a monastery or Tibetan home. Carry it in your daypack.
Nylon cord: 15-20 feet for clothesline.
Toilet paper: Stock up before the trek starts. Always burn it after using.
Butane cigarette lighter: Superior to matches when burning used toilet paper in windy conditions.
Toiletries: Use a stuff sack to hold your toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, soap dish, dental floss, skin moisturizer, and perhaps a mirror.
Towel: Two small, thin towels are preferable to one thick towel.
Fish light: A headlamp is ideal for camping AA and D batteries are the most common in Tibet and China, but of poor quality. Bring extra alkaline from hoe.
Plastic bags: A few of each size, from sandwich style to strong trash bags.
Sunglasses: Necessary for Tibet's bright, high altitude sunlight. Darker glacier-type glasses with side hoods are necessary in the mountains and after fresh snowfalls.
Sun creams and lip balm: Sun block with a 15SPF rating or higher is recommended. Lip balms prevent burning and chapping. |
