Best time to do the Limi Valley trek
Humla Limi Valley Trekking in Nepal is best done in summer or monsoon season unlike other mountain treks of Nepal since it is considered a rain shadow area. Rest of the country is submerged in rain., especially July & August are rainy season and during that time both flora halts at its best to be ever.
The weather of spring and autumn are pleasant, including temperatures for the Limi Valley Trek where one can comfortably travel in short clothes with lovely views. Clear blue skies keep views of mountains and landscapes clear for the trekkers.
We do not suggest the trek is conducted in winter as it gets extremely cold being at higher altitudes, and temperature drops even lower. Not only are the routes lined with snow, but most of which, especially as you go closer to the high ground is thick making it very difficult for one to pass through.
Limi Valley Trek Difficulty
Humla Limi Valley Trek is rated as a difficult trek. The walk is quite long and disconnected so you may need to stroll for in 6-7 hr each day on the trail. You need not trek before joining this course but yes it is always better if you have done physical exercises in the form of exercising or mild trekking. Thus in demand is a reasonable standard of both physical health and mental resolve.
This is a trek which goes up to 5000m as we are trekking all the way above Nylu La Pass at an elevation of 4995 meters, and so Altitude Sickness known AMS should be another consideration. The most significant prevention is good acclimatizing - and there are many opportunities for a proper acclimatization, the trek being sufficiently long. Other preventions are, drink plenty of water hydrate yourself,take a balanced diet and sleep well etc.
Other than that, the problem you may face in your Humla Limi Valley Trek might be terrible weather. Hence, follow the weather of this location and decide on when to do it best.
Limi Valley Trek Preparation
If you're planning to trek to Humlas Limi Valley, Trekking Planner Nepal recommends that you prepare yourself physically mentally and, for the altitude. Here are some helpful tips we'd like to offer on getting ready, for the trek;
Physical preparation:
Getting ready physically is important as the whole trip involves lots of walking climbing on terrain and going to altitudes. Getting Prepped, we advise you to exercise in the form of running or cycling and swimming too as an additional means for stamina building needed during their journey. The muscle strength necessary may also be gained through weightlifting or yoga. Start doing these preparations about 2-3 months before the safari.
Mental preparation
You will notice that any hike must start with a journey in mind, which should be important to you. If you are prepared mentally, trekking around can get tough at times. Practices like visualisation, meditation and mental exercises enhance your ability to bounce back and endure hardships.
Altitude preparation:
Altitude sickness can be caused by high altitude trekking which is dangerous. We also make sure that we plan the right itinerary for you with enough time to acclimatize. Additionally, we recommend that individuals stay hydrated, eat a balanced diet and avoid alcohol, cigarettes and meat products to help prevent altitude sickness as well.
Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS)
Mountain sickness is an acute health hazard to people travelling in high altitude areas, manifesting itself at elevations above 8,000 feet or 2,400 meters. Due to Air itself being less dense at high altitudes, the Oxygen level in the air gets thinner and hence we require pure O2. The elevation is the reason some people can't adapt to life at such a high altitude. Especially if the visitors running speed Already at High altitudes may not really catch their breath as needed. This is why AMS can mitigate them. Although, if the system receives sufficient hours to adjust altitude slightly indeed these symptoms(AMS) vanish.
Symptoms of Altitude Sickness
hypertensive heart rate, headache, hypovolemia, or respiratory distress syndrome
appetite loss, exhaustion, nausea, vomiting, and incapacity to exercise
Breathing quickly or having trouble breathing
drowsiness or trouble falling asleep
Preventing Altitude Sickness
So our body should become adaptive to survive even at low concentrations of oxygen. To be able to do that, it is enough time in acclimatization of the body favorable mountains a bit longer. Read on for a list of ways to protect yourself against altitude(mountain) sickness.
When trekking/hiking climb slowly. (It is the best way)
Refrain Alcohol when reaching 3000m above sea level, because of dehydration and not good for acclimatization.
No Smoking…..Smoking may produce AMS
Avoid Sleeping Pills. AMS can also be due to sleeping pills - which are dehydrating.
You must drink at least 3 liters of water each trekking day.
Do not hang around outside the resort for long periods
Carry Diamox, as well as a tablet of paracetamol.
Camping and Teahouse Accommodation
There are just a few teahouses and guesthouse accommodations in Humla. For smaller groups we will arrange teahouse accommodation and for larger groups we will arrange tented accommodation. Nevertheless, the service will be top-notch even if you are accommodated in a tent.
At the campsite, we will provide you with a comfortable tent and sleeping mat, a toilet tent and a dining tent. Your camp chef will have his own kitchen tent where he will prepare your meals from the food we carry with us.
Meanwhile, the regular teahouse accommodation will have shared bedroom facilities. There will be basic blankets but we make sure you are warm so we will provide sleeping bags which you will return after completing the trek.
Food during Limi Valley Trek
Breakfast may be porridge with bread (probably roti – a Nepali flatbread or a fried Tibetan bread)
Lunch and dinner can be pasta, noodles, dal bhat (Nepali vegetable curry), pizza, meat items etc.
There will always be vegetarian food available at every meal. Please inform us if you would like to customixe dietary preferances.
Beverages will be Tea/ coffee/ hot water
Drinking Water While Camping
The kitchen tent will provide you with boiled water for drinking. If you come across a mountain teahouses, you can ask for boiled water or you add purifying drops or tablets to it you can drink tap water. When in doubt ask your guide. A Lifestraw will filters out some, not all, larger bacteria so if you have one, bring it along.
Limi Valley Trek Packing List
Clothing:
long-sleeve and short-sleeve shirts
lightweight thermal tops and bottoms
lightweight trekking pants
Quick-drying underwear
Fleece jacket
Waterproof and windproof jacket and pants
Sports bras (for women)
Warm hat or beanie
Sun hat with a wide brim
Lightweight fleece gloves
Footwear:
Trekking Boots with good ankle support
Wool or synthetic socks
Trekking Gear:
50-60 liters backpack
20-30 liters daypack
Headlamp
Water Bottles
Sleeping Bag
Trekking Poles
Water Purification
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Personal Items:
Passport and Permits
Toiletries like soap, toothpaste, toothbrush
Snacks
Camera or Smartphone
Cash
How to obtain Nepal Visa?
Most countries’ citizens can enjoy a visa on arrival. In order to have that, approach the immigration desk and ask for a form to be filled in for visa application. It is important as well to complete the required fields of the visa application form along with submitting it to an immigration officer. One must provide such documents like photos of passport size, and a valid passport in a period not less than six months. Check here for more https://be.nepalembassy.gov.np/tourist-visa/.
The Visa fees is as follows:
15 Days – 30 USD
30 Days – 50 USD
90 Days – 125 USD
Limi Valley Trek Permits
To trek anywhere in Humla you need a Restricted Area Permit. We will organize the permit for you.
Purpose of Trek Permits
As Humla is a restricted area because of its proximity to Tibet, a restricted area permit is required. This also applies to other remote areas in the north of Nepal which border on Tibet. Secondly, when you pass a checkpoint, your permit number is noted down and should you go missing, there is a greater chance of the search taking place in the right location. So, it is also there for your safety.
Tips for Safety on the Trek:
Trekking poles for safety on the hazard(not all) or slippery see-through landslides, steep yet landslides shores.
At the rest / overnight stops, Do go off upon your own without notify guide.
Drink at least 4 ltrs of water.
Never skip meals because you have to keep your energy throughout the day.
Purchase the travel insurance that is right for you before leaving your country.
Wear the correct gear. Pack waterproof stuff in case of a rain or snowfall even if the forecast is clear as the weather can be treacherous up into those mountain’s and bring more water than you think necessary.
Stick to the guide in difficult or high-risk elements.
Do not upset the animals — even yaks!
Tipping the Guide and Porters
Tips for guides and porters are customary on treks as an appreciation to the awesome persons involved in making your trek enjoyable and comfortable. We recommend that you tip your guide 10% of the cost of your trip. The porter’s tip should be 5%.
Limi Valley Trek Cost
The 21-day Limi Valley Trek package will cost you Falano USD. the list of services that you will receive within the trek package is listed in the include exclude section of this page. Please go check it out