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A trek is walking at your own pace along well-established
village trails, enjoying close contact with people in remote
mountain villages whose lifestyle has not changed for generations.
Perhaps the most enjoyable parts of a trek are the clean mountain
air and the magnificent views of the mighty Himalayan peaks.
You will feel at peace with nature and with yourself.
The power and beauty of
the mountains is more impressive on foot than from any vehicle.
Whether you take a two-night trek around the Bumthang valley
or take the eight-day trek to the base of Mt. Chomolhari,
the views, villages, people and experience will be unparalleled.
Trekking during April and May in the Himalayas brings the
deep reds and oranges of the rhododendrons blossom. Earlier
in the year the light is shaper but the nights are very cold.
In autumn, after the rainy season, the skies clear and leaves
begin to turn yellow.
We at Skyline Treks & Expedition
(P) Ltd. are committed to offer very personal and efficient
services especially for the trekkers. All trekkers are accompanied
by guide, a cook and some experienced staff. Provisions and
luggage are carried by mountain horses and at high altitude
by Yaks. With the surest footing, they lead trekking groups
across the passes. The horseman and cook will usually run
ahead during a trekking day. They will have prepared a packed
lunch and will go on to the night's resting place to set up
camp. On your arrival at the campsite nothing will taste better
than being greeted with a hot cup of tea and biscuits.
Treks vary from short three-day walks across low altitudes
to the three weeks Snowman trek that covers 356kms. The northern
paths climb as high as 5500m and should be attempted by strong,
experienced walkers. Our guides are trained to look out for
altitude sickness and other ailments that can affect trekkers.
They are expert walkers who have been trained as trekking
guides and follow routes that have been walked for centuries.
Whichever
trek you choose, it is essential to remember that a trek is
not a climbing experience. Camp sites are carefully selected
to afford you a walk each day at your own pace and our Sherpa
staff is always around to guide you. All camping equipment
and foodstuffs are provided, and will also carry your duffel
bags. All you need to carry is your daypack with camera equipment,
water bottle and toilet kit. Should you find it difficult
to even cope with this; our Sherpas will be more than happy
to assist you.
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