Mt. Everest Base Camp Trek
Pre Departure Guide
Trip resources
The MountainVision Trip Resource Page is a list of valuable resources for your upcoming trip...weather forecasts, gear, health links, travel insurance, world clocks, etc.
Flights
You are welcome to work with your own travel specialist; however, we at MountainVision highly recommend Dana Welch at The Travel Society. Dana has many years of expedition travel experience. She can be reached at 303.563.6225 or dana@travelsociety.com. Dana has also lead this trip previously and is a great source of information on the trek, the people and the culture.
Traveler’s Insurance
We highly recommend everyone purchase travelers insurance before leaving the country. There are many companies that provide the proper insurance and approximate cost will be $100-$350. Our team travel agent, Dana Welch, will assist you with this. Several companies for you to consider are www.travelguard.com, www.sevencorners.com and www.ihi.com
Note: If you plan on obtaining trip insurance for your MountainVision Expedition, you will have to obtain your coverage within 2 weeks of making your initial trip deposit only if you expect to be covered for any PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS. Otherwise, you are able to obtain the insurance up to one month prior to departure
Health Issues
Consult your doctor, travel clinic or email us for advice concerning inoculations and precautions you should consider. Start this process early as some shots are taken over several weeks.
Immunizations we recommend for Nepal:
- Hepatitis A
- Tetanus (up to date)
- Typhoid
Check out the CDC guidlines for Nepal.
Great care is taken to insure the food is prepared safely and in a healthy manner. If concerned, avoid salads, ice cubes in drinks, and eat only fruits with skins, which have been peeled. Ethnic foods are naturally tempting and should not be completely disregarded. Pay attention to the preparation if possible and enjoy the opportunity to be adventurous in trying the array of unique foods offered in Nepal.
It is prudent to rely basically on bottled water or drinks although boiled water will be available during the trek. A sealed bottle will ensure the bottle has not been refilled. Don't swallow water while showering and remember to use bottled water for brushing your teeth. You will discover bottled water is readily available on the trek. Though it will not be cheap the higher we climb.
Pre-Climb Training
We will give advice on training prior to the trek if you think you need it. In addition we will be holding one to two optional but highly recommended training days in the Colorado Rockies. Each day, held over different weekends, will allow team members to get to know each other as well as test new equipment and talk through the trek with your leader.
We recommend all MVX clients join us for our 14er Fitness program here in the beautiful Colorado Rocky Mountains. A great way to prepare for your upcoming adventure.
Also, please print out and follow our Pre Trip Training and Conditioning Guideline.
Passport and Entry Requirements
A visa for entry to Nepal is required. It can be purchased through Travel Document Systems. All the information is on their web site. http://www.traveldocs.com/np/
You can get the entry visa at Kathmandu Airport when you arrive but this is NOT recommended. It will take over an hour standing in line.
Currency, Credit Cards & Traveler's Checks
We recommend that you take US cash in small bills as well as credit cards. You can change US$ fairly easily in Kathmandu. In addition many places will also accept US$. The Sherpa staff will accept US$ for tips. You can change travelers checks in banks but this is generally very time consuming.
Payment Schedule
A $500 deposit will secure your place on the team. Deposit due 4 months prior to departure date. Balance due 6 weeks prior to departure. If paying by check, please follow instructions on the MounainVision Expeditions Application Package. For payment with credit card please follow instructions on Everest Basecamp Fee page.
Please email info@mountain-vision.com with any questions regarding payment.
Any Questions?
MountainVision Expeditions
Office- 303.880.8707
Contact us at info@mountain-vision.com to learn more about our Everest Basecamp Trek |
