Gocool Himalayas is an adventure tour company that also plans trekking and mountaineering expeditions. It offers travel advice, itinerary details, tour and trek timetables, and information on visiting Tibet. All options for visiting Mount Kailash, including the routes from Simikot, Lhasa, and Ghangmu to the peak, as well as the unique full moon Sakadawa festival tour, the adventure mountain biking tour in Tibet, and the Central Tibet cycling tour. Tibet bicycle tour operator; mountain biking tour to Lhasa. Here you may find information about Everest Base Camp excursion tours and treks, as well as tours of the Lhasa city.
An Overview
Beneath the ancient Sea of Tethys, at an average elevation of more than 4,000 meters above sea level. When India and Asia collided 80 million years ago, the Himalayas were thrust forward, the ocean floor was raised above the surface of the water, and this enchanted country was formed. Shangri-La, the Forbidden Country, the Mysterious Land: Tibet is referred to by many names and evokes ethereal, magical fantasies. But Tibet is a real place with amazing travel opportunities. It has a distinct culture that is deeply based in Tibetan religion but also heavily influenced by the Himalayan region and the nearby civilizations of China and India.
Tibet can be separated geographically into three main sections: the north, the south, and the east. Almost 25% of the area is covered by forests in the eastern section of the country. This section of Tibet is stretches across virgin forests. Open grasslands in the north are home to yaks, livestock, and nomads. This region makes up around half of Tibet. Almost one-fourth of Tibet’s total land area is made up of the agricultural regions in the south and center. This region is home to all of the principal Tibetan cities and towns, including Lhasa, Shigatse, Gyantse, and Tsetang, which are regarded as Tibet’s cultural hub.
Discover the captivating wonders of this area, which include spiritual traditions, monasteries, lakes and rivers, majestic snow-capped peaks, land abundant with mountains, monks, mystery, and adventures.
Some Useful informations
CUSTOM:
Still and video cameras, tape recorders, and printed materials deemed inappropriate by the Chinese government are all allowed as long as they are registered with a customs agent. Exports of artwork produced before 1959 and souvenirs in quantities deemed to be excessive are prohibited by customs regulations.
FOOD & DRINK:
There aren’t many towers in Tibet, and the food there isn’t the world’s most diverse. Anything that can be heated hot—instant coffee, sipping chocolate, tea bags, soup cubes, powered milk—is convenient to take. Other food things to think about include instant noodles, vegemite, chocolate, dry snacks, biscuits, nuts, and raisins.
BUSINESS HOURS:
Government offices are usually closed on SATURDAY and SUNDAY.
CURRENCY:
Millions of Chinese people utilize RENMBI, or people’s money, every day. It is available as coins for 1,2,5,10, and 50 yuan, as well as notes for 1,2,5,10, and 50, 100 yuan, and 1,2 and 5 jiao. One yuan is equal to 10 jiao and 10 fen in the Renminbi, the Chinese currency (US$ 1 = 8 yuan).
AIRPORT:
Lhasa Gonggar airport is approx 96kms away from Lhasa
AIRPORT TAX:
The airport departure tax at present is US$ 12.00 Per Person
AIR TICKET RECONFIRMATION:
After receiving payment of the RMB 30 reconfirmation fee levied by China Southwest Airlines, your advisor will reissue the airline ticket.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
For confirmed reservations, there will be a 50% cancellation fee up to SEVEN DAYS prior to departure for Tibet; after that, there will be no consideration for refunds. Furthermore, there will never be a refund for no-shows or delays in arriving.
HEALTH & ALTITUDE PROBLEMS:
Trekking in Tibet may be physically demanding and includes high altitudes. Before making travel plans, customers with blood disorders, heart conditions, or lung issues should speak with their physician. Reports of altitude sickness are extremely uncommon. Simple symptoms such as headache, fever, appetite loss, and gastrointestinal problems can occur prior to acclimation. It is advised to drink around three liters of water a day, avoid exerting yourself, move gently, breathe deeply, and take regular breaks. You should also abstain from alcohol and smoking.
Visas and documentation
You need to have a passport that is currently valid. After obtaining your visa for Tibet, we will need the following details to process your reservation: complete name, date of birth, nationality, place of issuance, sex, and occupation. Additionally, two passport-sized photos are needed. In addition, you need to give yourself three full working days in Kathmandu so that your passport may be fiscally stamped with the visa. A 30-day visa to Nepal is available for US$25.00 at all Nepalese embassies overseas or at the airport upon arrival.
Accessories
To ensure a more comfortable travel, we advise you to pack the following: water bottle, notepad, pens, pencils, camera, film, additional batteries for electronic devices, water purification tablets, toilet kit with toilet paper, torch with extra batteries, sunglasses, and personal first aid kid Binoculars, cameras, rain gear, sturdy shoes, pocket knives, sewing kits, drinking cups, towels, plastic bags, dust masks, potent sunscreen, chapstick, and money belts are some of the items that are usually packed.
Insurance
We do not assume any liability or expenses resulting from accidents, illness, emergency rescue, hospitalization, cancellation, etc. that may occur to people or their belongings while on these tours, so we advise you to obtain insurance.
Altitude Sickness
Because the Tibetan Plateau is higher than 12,000 feet, most people will first feel some mild altitude sickness symptoms and discomfort until their bodies adjust to the higher altitude. It may take a few hours or a few days, depending on the person.
Travel Tips:
Above all, we respectfully ask all visitors to Tibet to remember that, despite its extraordinary remoteness and isolation from the world’s most powerful mountain ranges, Tibet is still one of the most fascinating and underdeveloped regions of the world. Although it has only been a tourist destination for around 8 years, the facilities are still quite basic and small in scope. Therefore, it is asked that visitors not have excessive expectations about Tibet’s facilities. Nonetheless, we’ll always work hard to ensure that your trip is as enjoyable as possible.
In addition, the route connecting Tibet and Nepal is subpar. It has many twists and is uneven and rocky. In particular, landslides and erosion can cause temporary obstructions during the monsoon season (June to August). Therefore, it is highly recommended that passengers wear somewhat athletic clothing and footwear to help them navigate landslides (especially in the Nepal half).
Overcoming Altitude Problem:
Trekking in Tibet may be an exciting and physically demanding experience due to the high altitude. The majority of visitors still only experience minimal affects from the altitude. Nonetheless, we particularly advise guests who have a history of blood, lung, or heart conditions to speak with their physician before departing. A mild headache, fever, nausea, or loss of appetite may occur prior to acclimatization.
Booking & Visa:
Reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance (if made from outside of Kathmandu) and one week in advance (if made from within the city) with full payment and all passport information (complete name, date of birth, and place of birth included). Passport number, expiration date, profession, home address of the sex, phone number, etc.) should be sent to us. A China/Tibet visa is arranged by us for $30.00 per person. In order to process a visa, clients must be available in Kathmandu for five full working days; if not, they will be responsible for paying an urgent fee.
Cancellation:
If you cancel the tour within 7 days of the start of the tour (for bookings made from outside of Kathmandu), you will be charged 50% of the tour cost as a cancellation fee; if you book in Kathmandu, you will be charged $100.00. After that, there will be no reimbursement for no-shows, delayed arrivals, or other causes.
Risk & Liability:
We will always work hard to ensure that your trip is enjoyable and uneventful. However, as the Tibet Tourism Authority rigorously oversees all Tibet trips, neither our agent nor we are liable for any airline changes or cancellations, delayed arrivals, illness, or accidents. Any additional expenses resulting from it will be covered by the clients. Thus, having complete insurance coverage against medical expenses and personal accident risk is highly recommended for clients. It’s also best to get cancelation insurance from your native country.
Climate And Clothing:
Temperature extremes are possible due to the high altitude of the Tibetan Plateau F° C (80°); temperatures have been observed to drop by 17 in a single day. That being said, the weather in Tibet is not as severe as many people think. Days are sunny and warm.
Best Season:
April through the start of November.
Our Overland tours departing from Kathmandu start in mid-March. Regular tours run from April through November, when flights between Kathmandu and Lhasa are started by China South West Airlines. Tibet is closed in the winter, when flights are suspended and the mountain passes are blanketed in snow.
Comfortable walking shoes and casual attire warm apparel during the winter months since the evenings and early mornings can be quite chilly to quite cold. Bring any necessary items from home, such as a camera and film, batteries, medication, toiletries, sunglasses, dust masks, and other items, as they can be hard to come by in Tibet. Another smart suggestion is to have a tiny first aid kit.
Altitude Sickness:
Tibet is located at an elevation of 4,001 meters, which means that until your body gets used to the higher altitude, you may feel some of the milder altitude sickness symptoms, such as headache, moderate nausea, and appetite loss.
Insurance:
Before traveling to Nepal, the client should purchase their own travel insurance. Comprehensive travel insurance is highly advised, especially for trip cancellation and disruption.
Currency:
Yuan is the currency unit. One USD is equal to nine Yuan. Visa and foreign currencies are accepted at the Bank of China locations in Ghangmu, Shigatse, and Lhasa. Both Shigatse and Lhasa accept major credit cards.
Airport Tax:
The airport tax in Lhasa is Yuan 90, or $12 USD. There is an airport tax of Rs. 1,100 per person at our airport if you are traveling from Kathmandu to Lhasa by plane.
Visa Splitting:
Since group visas are required for tours to Tibet, individuals who plan to remain longer may need to apply for separate group visas. Typically, it costs between 200 and 400 Chinese Yuan, depending on the nationality.
Hotels en Route:
Due to the extremely poor quality of facilities in Tibet, especially in Lhasa, hotels lack adequate amenities despite their exquisite appearance. Therefore, it is evident that hotels in remote locations might not have enough double rooms, and guests might occasionally need to stay in rooms with three, four, or five beds. Nonetheless, we make every effort to offer accommodations with twin beds. You must stay in very modest hotels for the first two nights in particular, which may not have attached bathrooms and may force you to use the public restrooms.
Recommended clothing and equipments list for the trip:
* Down sleeping bags with an additional cover inside, * Down jacket with polar fleece, * Water and rain resistant, Warm underwear, wind- and rain-resistant pants, * Cotton or woolen socks, *Muffler scarves, *Sun hats and woolen hats, *Gloves, sandals, *Water bottles, *A daypack (for the things you need on time), *Duffel bag or kit (to store personal belongings), * A first aid kit or personal medication (such as diamox for altitude sickness, fever, colds, and headaches), * A walking stick; * A unity knife; * Dusk musk; * Dry fruits are also a good idea to carry; * Food nuts in a can or package; * Bread; * Pickles and biscuits; * Juice Powder.
Physical Fitness:
Prior to scheduling the trip with us, customers must be in good health in order to participate in this trip. We recommend vigorous activity, such as walking or jogging every day for at least an hour in the morning or evening. The best way to finish and enjoy the adventure is to be fit and healthy.
