FAQs

General FAQs 

Who is Trek Climb Ski?
Trek Climb Ski is an Australian based adventure holiday company specialising in trekking, climbing and skiing holidays. We’ve been operating our Aspen ski tours for 18 years and in 2006 we expanded our business to include trekking and climbing expeditions in the Nepal Himalaya. 

What is the difference between a Trek Climb Ski adventure and other adventure style holidays?
We are specialists in small group travel to Nepal and Aspen and our leaders & staff are simply the best available. The people who own Trek Climb Ski are the people who lead our trips. We don’t operate hundreds of trips a year because we couldn’t possibly deliver our personalised product on that scale. 

Can you offer tailor-made holidays to anywhere in the world?
Our current destinations include skiing & snowboarding in Aspen (USA) as well as a range of trekking and climbing adventures in Nepal. We know we’re the best in the business for the trips & destinations we provide so we remain focused where our expertise is strongest. 

Are the trip itineraries able to be varied?
Itineraries for our advertised trips are unable to be varied however we can (and often do) arrange individual packages (& dates) for individuals and groups upon request. 

What makes Trek Climb Ski different from other adventure companies?
We believe our attention to detail, leadership, inclusions and value for money set us apart from the competition. For example, our Everest Circuit & Base Camp treks are often led by guides that have actually climbed Mt. Everest. Our Aspen ski program has been operating for 18 years and nobody has more experience guiding and instructing skiers in Aspen than we do. 

What does Trek Climb Ski consider responsible travel?
In poorer countries such as Nepal, we take our responsibilities as a tour operator very seriously. We pay substantial garbage deposits for all our Nepal based activities and ensure we return all our hard waste in accordance with the requirements of the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC). We strictly adhere to minimal impact camping guidelines and we are always careful to ensure we leave 'no trace' of our visit behind. We take great pride in looking after our staff and all our Nepalese workers are properly insured prior to each expedition. Trek Climb Ski always pays above average wages to our Nepalese guides and porters and we ensure all our staff are properly equipped (clothing & equipment wise) on every expedition they undertake. On all our expeditions, the standard outfit for all our guides & porters includes sturdy hiking boots & socks, winter jackets and pants, gloves, hats, sunglasses and t-shirts. Trek Climb Ski also invests heavily in the constant education and training of all our Nepalese guides.
 

Nepal FAQs 

Are their any age limits & do you allow children on trekking / climbing adventures?
Nepal is a challenging environment for very young children but from around 8 years onwards we can easily provide for children within our itineraries. All persons participating on our Nepal adventures (irrespective of age) are required to undergo a medical (health) check prior to departure.

Are immunisations required for Nepal and if so what ones must I get?
Yes, a range of immunisations are essential prior to travel to Nepal. We recommend you visit your local doctor to discuss and arrange for these. Some very helpful information is available at ‘The Travel Doctor’ (please visit http://www.traveldoctor.com.au/) in relation to travel to Nepal. Please allow a couple of months prior to departure to ensure a full course of immunisation is completed.

Do I require a Tourist Visa for Nepal?
Yes, a tourist visa is required. We will provide you all necessary forms & information once your trip has been booked. Please visit http://www.nepalconsulate.net.au/ for current information concerning the visa process for Nepal.

How fit do I need to be for a trekking or climbing adventure?
We do require a medical certificate from all our guests to ensure you are in good health. Obviously, the fitter you are the more you’ll enjoy and get out of your trip. We also recommend a fitness program to all guests to ensure they are properly prepared for their adventure. Generally, a reasonable level of fitness will be acceptable for most trekking adventures with a higher level of fitness essential for trips involving climbing.

Do you cater for single travellers?
Yes definitely! Many of our guests are singles and enjoy the company of like-minded travellers on our group adventures. Accommodation is shared on a same gender basis with single supplement (accommodation) options available.

How much experience do I need if my adventure includes climbing?
Your safety will always be our number one priority and as such, some of our climbing adventures will require you to have a degree of experience. Our adventures vary in difficulty from easy to challenging level trekking, to introductory level climbing through to more advanced climbs which will naturally require more experience on your part. We are always available to discuss with this with you and we will be able to recommend a trip compatible with your experience. We often find our guests who have completed a trek soon wish to return with us to Nepal to challenge themselves further!

What clothing and equipment do I need?
As part of the booking process, we will provide you with a comprehensive clothing and equipment list relevant to your trip. We supply sleeping mats, down jackets and down sleeping bags for all our trips and all the necessary technical equipment for our climbing adventures.

I / we are unable to travel on the advertised dates, can I still book an adventure with Trek Climb Ski?
Yes, we can arrange trekking and climbing expeditions in Nepal for you or your group outside of our advertised dates. Please contact us for further details.

Will I have time during my trip to explore Kathmandu?
Yes, all of our trips include a half-day sightseeing tour (with guide) on your second day in Kathmandu. You will also have 2 free days in Kathmandu after your expedition.

Where do we stay in Kathmandu?
In Kathmandu we primarily use The Radisson Hotel or The Yak & Yeti Hotel. Either ensure a comfortable stay and relaxed environment before and after your adventure. All breakfasts are included and both The Radisson and Yak & Yeti have great swimming pools and plenty of areas to relax and unwind.

Do I need to bring a tent?
No, tents are provided for all our camping style adventures.

Do I need travel insurance and if so what type?
We do require all guests to be adequately insured before participating in one of our adventures and your proof of purchase of insurance will need to be verified by our staff. We are able to assist you in selecting an appropriate policy for your proposed expedition.

Are ground transfers included?
Yes, our staff will meet all guests upon their arrival at Kathmandu airport and will transfer you to your hotel. All in country transfers are also included.

Can you provide me with more information?
If you have any questions or require more information please feel free to contact us. Additionally, we hold regular information nights so please register your interest for updates and to be advised of our next information evening.

Is there any other information I should know before heading to Nepal?
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Aspen FAQs 

What style of accommodation can I expect?
All our Aspen tours feature standard & deluxe rated units. We can provide luxury accommodation packages upon request. All our units feature spacious living rooms, fully equipped kitchens and open fireplace. TV / DVD facilities and a regular maid service is also included. All units are 2 bedroom and the advertised tour price is based on twin share. A single accommodation supplement is available upon request.

How much spare time will I have?
Guests on our Ski Aspen program will enjoy 6 free days (including arrival and departure days) to ski or explore Aspen as they wish.

How good do I have to be?
We cater for intermediate and above level skiers / boarders who can comfortably ski / ride blue runs.

How do I go about arranging my flights?
We can assist you with any questions you might have in relation to your flights. We use & recommend Mogul Ski World for all our airfare and travel insurance requirements.

Can I hire skis and other equipment in Aspen?
Yes, skis and other hire equipment are readily available at a variety of outlets and shops in Aspen. We take time to assist and advise all guests that need to hire skis and other personal equipment and we work with a number of retail outlets that offer our guests special discounts.

How much instruction & guiding will I receive on this tour?
We provide a 10 day fully guided and instructional on-snow program during each tour. On these days you’ll ski with your guide / instructor for 5 – 6 hours. Whilst our emphasis is on ‘guiding’, our qualified guides do provide instruction each day and we also feature 2 full instructional ‘Specialty Days’, which are extremely popular. We will also tailor specific workshops to accommodate any particular area of your skiing you’d like to work on (e.g. bumps, steeps, carving).

I am a single traveller; do your tours cater for me?
Of course. Our tours cater for singles, couples and families. Singles enjoy being able to ski with like minded skiers in small groups. Accommodation is provided on a twin share basis however single supplements are available. 

How many guests and guides are on each tour?
There is a maximum of 28 guests on each tour with each tour having a minimum of 5 dedicated staff available 24 hours a day. This attention to detail and guest to staff ratio sets us apart from other tour operators. Our guides are fanatical about skiing and their experience and expertise is matched only by their enthusiasm in ensuring the success of your ski holiday.

Do I need insurance and what type of cover should I get?
We do require our guests to be adequately insured before participating on our Aspen tours and our staff will verify your proof of purchase of appropriate insurance before our on-snow program commences. Most travel insurance policies cover skiing but we’ll happily suggest a suitable policy should you require assistance.

How cold does it get in Aspen?
A typical ski day during January / February in Aspen will be in the minus 5 to minus 10 degrees Celsius range. That said, we experience a very ‘dry’ cold in Colorado and at this temperature the ski days are very comfortable and usually sunny. Some days are known to reach the minus 18 to minus 20 mark but these are very infrequent and we usually experience only one day like this each tour.

Is there any other information I should know before heading to Aspen?
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