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Trekking in Sikkim is a fabulous experience as it leads
from lush tropical forests to the lap of the Himalayas.
The trek offers verdant forests, yak-herders summer
settlement on high meadows, rhododendron-covered
hillsides, high passes, jagged peaks, and a magnificent
mountain view. Feel the weariness of the day's trek slip
away as you fall asleep under the Sikkimese night sky.
Make a little detour en-rout chancing a butterfly, or
you may chance upon shy Musk Deer on one of your treks,
or wave out to the exotic Red Panda perched among the
treetops.
One of the unique features of the Sikkim's Himalayas is
the splendour of numerous mountain Lakes, flowers in
riot of colours beyond 10000 ft- a feast to the eye of
the trekker. Tranquility all the way!
Special care is taken when you trek with us. Our cooks
are trained in Modern cooking hygiene. We provide top-of
-the-line equipments. The people who will accompany you
on the trek are trained to handle individual
requirements as well as unexpected. When you trek with
us you are in good hands as it is our land and we know
it best.
What is trekking?
Trekking generally involve walking along the well
defined trails of approximately 6 to 7 hours a day or
so. There will rarely be flat trails, as most of the
trails go upward or downwards. Trekking does not involve
any technical climbing and as such be enjoyed by any fit
individuals, i.e., especially if they prepare themselves
physically before the trip. Porters carry all the
equipments, foodstuffs and personal baggages (Except
your cameras, water bottle and parcel). They are also
helped by pack ponies and yaks occasionally. English
speaking Sherpa guides keep an eye on the fast and slow
walkers and with the individual they can travel or trek
as one pleases.
Marcopolo is one of the reputed trekking agent who
promotes responsible eco friendly trekking with
professional guides and cook. All our trips are
professionally organized and guided by experienced group
leaders, most essential at higher altitudes with our own
equipments and gears which guarantees extra comfort and
safety at high altitude.
Who goes trekking?
Everyone who is fit enough to but generally those with
an interest in the out doors and camping. Travel in
remote areas can be uncertain, but with those with
personal flexibility, a start for adventure and sense of
humour will enjoy an experience never to leave them in
memory.
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EQUIPMENT LIST |
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PERSONAL FIRST-AID
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Hat
sun, Hat cold |
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Head torch/torch, spare
batteries/bulbs, light stick
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Neckerchief, sunglasses, sun
block lip balm. |
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Thermal vest |
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Fleece/buffalo |
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Down jacket |
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Gortex jacket/trousers
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Windproof smock |
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T-shirts |
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Gloves |
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A
complete set of clothes to keep
for changing into during evening
(keep dry) |
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Base camp shoes/trainers |
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Trek Trousers / saltpeter
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Shorts |
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Socks |
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Underwear |
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Boots / gaiters, spare laces,
waterproof cream |
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Trainers |
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Sleeping bag / liner |
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Sleep mat |
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Penknife |
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Camel pack! drinks system
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Leki walking pole |
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Games (cards - pigs)
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Waterproof liner (rucksack)
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Water proof cover (rucksack)
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Expend Rucksack |
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Day
sac |
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Compass |
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Gps/altimeter |
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Sewing kit |
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Insect repellent (Repel 100 or
Jungle Formula) |
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Antiseptic cream (Bruladine) |
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Sun
cream and lip salve |
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Throat lozenges |
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Deep Heat or Tiger Balm |
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Anti diarrhoearal (Diacalm or
Immodium) |
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Anti protozoan (Flagyl or Tineba
- for treating giardiasis)
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Antibiotics (choose
broad-spectrum antibiotics for
treating a variety of infections
- carry a course of each)
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Mild analgesics
(Aspirin/Paracetamol for
headaches, etc - NOT
Codein-based painkillers, as
these suppress the breathing
function and are not advisable
at altitude) |
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Strong analgesics
(Co-Proxamol/Ponstan/Temgesic -
use with care) |
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Anti-inflammatories (Nurofen or
diclofenac sodium - stomach
irritant) |
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Eye
drops (Optrex or Murine)
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Plasters and moleskin/blister
kit (Com pied is recommended)
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Bandages and safety pins |
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Re-hydrant salts (ORS - carry
several sachets) |
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Dextrose/ glucose tablets
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Multi-vitamin tablets
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Iodine-based water purification
tablets or a small bottle of
tincture of iodine with a
dropper (chlorine-based water
purifiers are not suitable) |
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Providence iodine (for cleaning
wounds) |
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Zinc oxide tape |
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Crepe bandages and safety pins |
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Butterfly (paper) sutures or
Steri-Strips |
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Cotton wool/swabs |
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Mellon dressings |
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Clinical thermometer
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Scissors |
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