Your Nepalese Trekking Team

Depending on the number of participants and the requirements of the expedition, your support team may include:

Trekking Leader / Sirdar

The Trekking Leader is responsible for the overall operation of the trek. The leader manages the route, daily schedule, staff, accommodation, camps, weather decisions, altitude management, and group safety.

Assistant Guide

Assistant guides support the Trekking Leader, accompany participants during the trek, help manage the group, assist with camps, and provide additional safety support.

Cook and Camping Crew

During the remote section around Teri La Pass, where teahouses are unavailable, a camping team prepares meals and manages tents and kitchen equipment.

Porters

Porters carry group equipment and trekkers’ main luggage.

For teahouse and camping treks, we normally allow approximately 15 -25 kg of personal luggage per trekker, subject to final arrangements.

The exact number of guides, assistant guides, cooks, and porters depends on the group size and route requirements.

For a group of approximately four trekkers, the team may normally include:

• 1 Trekking Leader
• 1 Assistant Guide
• Camping support staff as required
• Porters according to luggage and group equipment

All Alpinist Club trekking staff are insured and provided with appropriate equipment for the conditions in which they work.

Accommodation in Kathmandu

In Kathmandu, accommodation is provided in a comfortable hotel based on availability and the selected package.

Our regularly used hotels may include:

Hotel Himalayan Suite

Located close to Thamel, the hotel provides comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, restaurant facilities, luggage storage, laundry service, and other essential amenities.

Sampada Garden Resort

Located within easy reach of central Kathmandu, Sampada Garden provides comfortable rooms, private bathrooms, Wi-Fi, dining facilities, luggage storage, and laundry services.

Equivalent hotels may be used depending on availability.

Meals in Kathmandu

A welcome dinner is normally arranged after your arrival or during the pre-trek briefing.

A farewell dinner may also be arranged after completing the trek, depending on your confirmed package.

Other lunches and dinners in Kathmandu are generally not included unless specifically mentioned in the itinerary.

Kathmandu offers a wide variety of Nepali, Tibetan, Asian, and international restaurants.

Accommodation During the Teri La Pass Trek

Accommodation on this journey is a combination of:

• Hotels
• Local teahouses and lodges
• Full tented camping

In established villages such as Koto, Meta, Phu, Nar, Yara, and Lo Manthang, we use local teahouses or lodges whenever suitable accommodation is available.

During the remote section approaching and crossing Teri La Pass, permanent lodges are unavailable. The group therefore stays in tented camps supported by our trekking and kitchen crew.

Accommodation in remote Himalayan areas is simple. Rooms in teahouses are normally twin-sharing, and private bathrooms may not always be available.

Meals During the Trek

During trekking days, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided according to your confirmed package.

In teahouses, meals are prepared by the lodge kitchen.

A typical menu may include:

Breakfast

• Eggs Toast.
• Tibetan bread, Chapati, Pancakes
• Porridge
• Butter and jam
• Tea or coffee

Lunch

• Dal Bhat
• Fried rice
• Noodles Soup
• Potatoes
• Pasta
• Momos or
• other locally available meals

Dinner

• Soup
• Dal Bhat
• Rice or noodles
• Pasta
• Potatoes
• Vegetables
• Other available local dishes

During the wilderness camping section, meals are prepared by our camping cook using supplies transported with the group.

Menu choices become more limited as we travel farther into remote areas.

Drinking Water

Safe hydration is extremely important at altitude.

We recommend every participant carry:

• At least two reusable water bottles
• Water purification tablets or an appropriate filtration system

Our team assists with safe drinking-water arrangements throughout the trek.  Where necessary, water is boiled, filtered, or treated before drinking.  We strongly encourage trekkers to avoid purchasing unnecessary single-use plastic bottles.

Physical Fitness and Trek Difficulty

The Teri La Pass Trek is graded Challenging / Strenuous.

This journey is suitable for physically fit trekkers with previous multi-day trekking experience.

Participants should be prepared for:

• Approximately 6–8 hours of walking on many days
• Occasional 8–10 hour trekking days
• Significant ascents and descents
• Several nights above 4,000 m
• Crossing Teri La at 5,595 m
• Cold temperatures
• Remote camping
• Rough and uneven trails
• Limited facilities
• Several consecutive days away from road access

You will normally carry only your personal daypack containing water, clothing, snacks, camera, personal medicine, and other items needed during the day.  Your main trekking luggage is carried by porters.

Preparation for the Teri La Pass Trek

Good physical preparation should begin several months before departure.

Recommended training includes:

• Regular hiking
• 4–6 hour weekend walks
• Long uphill and downhill walking
• Stair climbing
• Running, cycling, or swimming
• Cardiovascular endurance training
• Leg and core strengthening
• Hiking with a loaded daypack

Before departure, it is particularly useful to complete several long mountain walks on consecutive days. Physical fitness cannot prevent altitude sickness, but it will help you manage the demands of the trek more comfortably.

Medical Check-Up Before the Trek

All participants should be in good health before joining the Teri La Pass Trek.

We recommend having a medical check-up before travelling, particularly if you:

• Have an existing medical condition
• Take regular medication
• Have previously experienced altitude problems
• Have concerns about your heart, lungs, or blood pressure
• Have not had a medical examination recently

Tell your doctor that the trek reaches approximately 5,595 m and involves several days in remote areas. A dental check-up before travelling is also recommended because dental problems can become difficult to manage in remote mountain areas. Participants with health concerns should discuss the trip with a doctor experienced in high-altitude or travel medicine.

Acute Mountain Sickness and Altitude

The Teri La Pass Trek reaches very high altitude.

Common early symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) may include:

• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Unusual fatigue
• Poor sleep

More serious altitude illnesses can affect the lungs or brain and require immediate action. Our itinerary includes acclimatization days before entering the highest section of the route.

Participants must immediately inform the guide if they experience altitude-related symptoms. Never hide symptoms or continue climbing simply to stay with the group. The guide may recommend rest, stopping further ascent, or descending depending on your condition.

Medication such as acetazolamide (Diamox) may be recommended for some travelers, but it should only be used after discussing suitability and dosage with a qualified medical professional.

Travel Insurance

Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory for the Teri La Pass Trek.

Your policy should specifically cover:

• Trekking up to at least 6,000 m
• Emergency helicopter evacuation
• Medical treatment
• Hospitalization
• Repatriation
• Trip cancellation or interruption where appropriate

Many standard travel-insurance policies exclude trekking above certain altitudes, so carefully check your policy before travelling.

You should provide Alpinist Club with your insurance details and emergency contact information before beginning the trek.

Restricted Area Permits

The Teri La route passes through Nar Phu Valley and Upper Mustang, both of which are restricted trekking regions.

The trek requires the appropriate government permits, which normally include:

• Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
• Nar Phu Restricted Area Permit
• Upper Mustang Restricted Area Permit
• Other documentation required under current Nepal regulations

Alpinist Club arranges the necessary trekking permits for participants. Because this route crosses restricted areas, the trek must operate according to current Nepal government regulations and cannot be undertaken as an independent solo trek.

Group Size

The normal group size is:

Minimum: 2 trekkers
Maximum: approximately 10 trekkers

Keeping groups relatively small allows better management of high-altitude conditions, camping logistics, accommodation, and interaction with local communities.

Private departures can also be organized according to current restricted-area regulations.

Personal Trekking Equipment

Personal trekking clothing and equipment are generally not included.

A detailed equipment checklist will be provided before departure.

Important equipment includes:

• Waterproof trekking boots
• Warm base layers
• Fleece or insulating layers
• Down jacket
• Waterproof jacket and trousers
• Trekking trousers
• Warm hat
• Sun hat
• Warm gloves and mittens
• UV-protection sunglasses
• Trekking poles
• Headlamp
• Daypack
• Water bottles
• Sunscreen
• Personal medicine
• High-altitude sleeping bag

Depending on snow and ice conditions, additional equipment may be recommended by the guide.

Sleeping Bag and Down Jacket Rental

A good-quality high-altitude sleeping bag and down jacket can be expensive if you do not regularly trek in cold environments.

Alpinist Club can arrange rental equipment in Kathmandu with advance notice.

Rental equipment must be returned in good condition after the trek. A refundable security deposit may be required.

Main Luggage and Daypack

Your main trekking bag is carried by porters.

We recommend keeping your main luggage within the permitted weight allowance, normally around 15 kg per trekker.

During the day, you should carry a small backpack containing:

• Water
• Extra clothing
• Waterproof jacket
• Gloves and hat
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Snacks
• Camera or phone
• Personal medication
• Important documents

Extra luggage that is not required during the trek can normally be stored securely in Kathmandu.

Weather and Route Conditions

Teri La is a remote Himalayan pass, and conditions can change quickly.

Snowfall, strong winds, rainfall, landslides, river conditions, road conditions, or other natural factors may affect the itinerary.

The trekking leader may:

• Change a campsite
• Shorten or extend a trekking day
• Delay a pass crossing
• Change the route
• Turn the group back
• Such decisions are made for safety.

Reaching Teri La Pass or completing the exact published itinerary can never be guaranteed when mountain conditions make continuing unsafe.

Safety During the Trek

Safety is the highest priority throughout the journey.

Our trekking team continually evaluates:

• Weather conditions
• Altitude
• Participant health
• Snow and ice conditions
• Trail conditions
• River crossings
• Group pace

The team carries an appropriate first-aid kit and emergency equipment.

Communication equipment is arranged according to the remoteness and requirements of the journey and may include mobile, radio, or satellite communication where necessary.

The Trekking Leader has the final authority regarding all safety decisions.

Emergency Evacuation

Some sections of the Teri La route are several days from the nearest road.

In a serious medical emergency, helicopter evacuation may be considered where weather, location, visibility, and flying conditions allow.

Helicopter rescue cannot be guaranteed because aircraft operations depend on mountain conditions.

All emergency evacuation and medical expenses are the responsibility of the participant or their insurance provider unless otherwise specified.

This is why suitable high-altitude travel insurance is mandatory.

Electricity, Charging and Internet

Electricity and charging facilities are available in some villages, usually for an additional fee.

During remote camping days, electricity may be unavailable.

We recommend bringing:

• Power banks
• Spare batteries
• A solar charger if required

Mobile phone service and internet access are limited and unreliable.

Participants should expect several days with little or no phone or internet connection.

Toilets and Washing Facilities

Facilities become increasingly basic as the trek enters remote areas.

Teahouses normally provide shared toilets, while camping sections use basic camp toilet arrangements.

Hot showers may be available in some settlements for an additional charge but should not be expected every day.

We recommend carrying:

• Hand sanitizer
• Personal hygiene products
• Quick-dry towel
• Biodegradable wet wipes

Please help us protect the environment by disposing of waste responsibly.

Responsible Trekking

Teri La passes through environmentally and culturally sensitive communities.

We ask all trekkers to:

• Respect local customs and traditions
• Ask permission before photographing local people
• Avoid leaving rubbish
• Minimize single-use plastics
• Use refillable water bottles
• Respect monasteries and religious sites

Follow your guide's advice when visiting villages and sacred areas. Our goal is to leave the mountains and communities as we found them.

Important Note

The Teri La Pass Trek takes place in a remote and constantly changing mountain environment.

The published itinerary should therefore be considered a planned program rather than a fixed schedule.

Weather, snow, trail conditions, road access, government regulations, participant health, or other circumstances may require changes.

Alpinist Club and the Trekking Leader reserve the right to modify the itinerary whenever necessary for the safety and wellbeing of the group.