How do I stay safe when trekking in Nepal?
If you’ve been spending your nights scrolling through headlines about landslides, flight crashes, or death tolls due to altitude sickness, take a deep breath—I’ve been exactly where you are.
Before my first trip, I wasn't just getting worried; I started to get the impression that my childhood dream was maybe a disaster in the making. It didn't help either that all the people who knew about my upcoming trip said, "Hey, did you read about that news of Nepal? 😬
As always, I did a deep dive into what I needed to feel safe and prepared. My goal was to trade my what appeared to be first-time trekking anxiety for a more or less solid plan. You can read my findings and strategies in the articles below.
Please let me know if there is a specific safety concern you're wrestling with—I’m here to help you turn those "what-ifs" into your own Nepal trekking success story!
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7 Effective Ways to Prevent Altitude Sickness
Feeling a bit worried about altitude sickness on your Nepal trek? No worries! Here are seven easy and effective tips to help you prevent it—things every beginner hiker should know.
Preparing for Your First Trek in Nepal: What Every Beginner Needs to Know.
I made it to base camp, but my prep wasn't even close. Learn from my mistakes.
Is Trekking in Nepal Safe for Beginners? 15 Vital Safety Tips
Landslides and airplane crashes had me worried—as a beginner on my first trek to Nepal, I wondered: is it actually safe? For those of us who aren't reckless thrill-seekers, safety comes down to preparation. Here is how I see the real risks and my 15 personal safety tips.
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