DEPARTURES
All treks operate ex. Lhasa and may be incorporated into any Tibet itinerary.
All take place at high altitude (4500m+) and require a moderate to high level of fitness.
A minimum of 3 full days should be allowed in Tibet prior to the trek to allow time to acclimatise. |
Tibet Tours: Trekking in Tibet
Namtso Trek
8 days
Lhasa - Damxung - trek - Lhasa
An 8-day trek through the valleys and grasslands surrounding Tibet's beautiful high-altitude lake, Namtso. Accompanied by local nomad yak herders this trek provides an unbeatable insight into the nomadic lifestyle as well as rewarding you with stunning mountain scenery and a day to relax by the lake mid way through the trek.
May be shortered to 4-days on request. Moderate
Dorje Drak Trek
4 days
A trek through the valleys and farming villages around the base of Mindrok Tsari (5400). Offers a glimpse of both the nomadic lifestyle as we cross alpine gasslands and the traditional village life and farming methods of rural Tibet. Visit Dorje Drak, built into the granite cliffs and end by crossing the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra). Moderate
Ganden Samye Trek
6 days
Lhasa- Ganden - trek - Samye
From
the ruins of the great monastery of Ganden head for the high valleys.
The scenery is spectacular and herders are often camped beside the
small lakes and streams, their herds of sheep, yak and goats
scattered across the high pastures. The end of the trek brings you
to Samye. On the banks of the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra), this
Tibet’s oldest monastery and one of its most beautiful. Moderate-strenuous
Mindrok Tsari Trek
3 days
A 3 day trek through the valleys of the 5400m Mindrok Tsari. Along with the stunning views this is an area of many nomad camps where you will be invited for tea and possible cheese and yoghurt. This is also the realm of the blue sheep, eagles, marmots, pika and, of course, many yak. On day 2 you have the option of heading for the peak. Moderate
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Responsible Trekking
It is of great concern to us that we trek with respect towards the very fragile Tibetan environment as well as the well-being of the nomadic communities through whose territory we trek, hence group size is limited to 6-8 (depending on trek).
Much of the proceeds from these treks are used to help the nomadic communities; both to protect them culturally and meet their needs through medical, educational and winter aid programs, Yak breeding projects in areas of Ngari prefecture and in aiding those nomads who have become semi-settled to acquire new skills to help them generate income appropriate to their new life-style. |
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Included
in the Tour Cost:
• Transport to/from start point of trek and return to Lhasa after trek.
• English speaking Tibetan trek guide
• Entry and travel permits for Tibet.
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All camping equipment for trek (except sleeping bag)
• Cook & camp staff
• All meals during trek
• All pack animals, porters, camp staff for trek
Not included in the Tour Cost:
• International flights & taxes
• Drinks
• Meals other than specified
• Visa & passport fees
• Airport taxes
• Personal expenses such as laundry, souvenirs etc.
• Tips & gratuities
• Personal travel insurance
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Costs arising from events outside the control of Asian Footsteps
or its agents - including the delay or extension of a trip due
to weather, equipment failure, illness, or other causes beyond
our control. No refunds can be made for any unused services or
accommodation on the trip.
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