Things to Consider While Trekking in Nepal

Mountain Ascend Trek book your flight to Lukla immediately after you pay the deposit and send your passport details. Please submit these promptly to secure the earliest flight.
In case of a weather cancellation, we’ll rebook your ticket for the next available flight. However, during peak trekking season, you may be placed on a lower‑priority flight since early morning flights fill up months in advance.
Helicopter service may be arranged, but availability depends on rescue demands, local bookings, and weather. Note that helicopter prices fluctuate with demand, and rates shown at Lukla airport or via local staff may differ from Kathmandu quotes.
Sometimes, helicopters only offer service from Phaplu (below Lukla). In that case, we can arrange a jeep transfer from Phaplu to Kathmandu—expect a 10 to 14‑hour journey on rough roads.
If you have extra time in Nepal, it’s often better to wait a day at Lukla for weather clearance rather than travel down under uncertain conditions.

During periods of weather-related delays, we recommend adding extra buffer days at the end of your trek—not at the beginning.
Suggested buffer days depend on the season (e.g., monsoon vs. trekking season)—our team can recommend based on your travel dates.
Additional nights in Kathmandu can be booked at USD 40/night, payable directly to the hotel. Please notify us in advance so we can add extra nights to your invoice.

Trekking packages are all‑inclusive, but we recommend budgeting USD 300–400 for extras like tips and unforeseen expenses.
Keep extra cash or card available in case a helicopter booking is necessary due to cancellations.
Additional costs include:
- Hotel nights & meals in Kathmandu/Lukla
- Nepal entry visa (~USD 40)
- Sleeping bag rental (~USD 20), down jacket rental (~USD 15)
- Only breakfast included in Kathmandu; all meals covered on the trek
- Guide & porter tips (~10% of trek cost)
- Water: bottled water costs USD 1–3; consider water purification tablets (~USD 2 in Kathmandu) to treat safe water
- Tea house extras:
  - Wi‑Fi: USD 3–5/hr
  - Hot showers: USD 4–6
  - Device charging: USD 1–3/hr

Our trekking packages include two nights at The Address Hotel in Kathmandu (may vary by package).
Additional nights booked through us are at fixed rates:
- Single: USD 40 · Double: USD 50 · Triple: USD 65
We’ll coordinate unused night refunds if scheduled through us; rooms booked independently are your responsibility.
If your scheduled room isn’t available, we’ll provide similar accommodation in Thamel, transfer your luggage at no extra cost, and request a few hours’ patience.

Trekking in Nepal is physically demanding, with 6–9 hours of walking daily, often through rugged terrain.
It’s best if you’re comfortable with full-day hikes.
We encourage a gentle pace. In larger groups, assistant guides help support slower trekkers, allowing faster hikers to go ahead.

We do not charge solo supplement fees.
Solo travelers receive their own hotel room in Kathmandu.
During the trek, room-sharing is standard, but private rooms may be arranged upon request.
Solo trekkers not in a group will pay an additional USD 20/day for a porter—we’ll notify you beforehand.

Your deposit is guaranteed for future travel. You can change trek dates or redirect your deposit to another destination.
Notify changes at least 14 days before the trek to retain flexibility.
If prices increase between your original booking and new dates, you’re responsible for the difference.
No‑show without contact means deposit is non‑refundable.

Submit passport details ASAP after deposit to confirm Lukla flights.
Budget for flight delays, helicopter options, and extras.
Schedule buffer days at trip end.
Plan for additional costs in Nepal, including visa, rentals, and tips.
Stay physically prepared for long daily hikes.
Solo travelers get flexibility and transparency.
Deposit policy offers security and flexibility, but requires timely communication.

Trips in Nepal