Sunshine Himalayan Adventures provides some of the most expensive items – sleeping mats, tents, cooking gear, any climbing gear, etc.. You have to provide the other personal clothing items you need, your own sleeping bag, day pack and a pack that can hold up to 70 lbs that will be carried by a porter on the trek. This will involve some expense, although you will be amazed, by how much use you will be able to make out of clothing you already own. Please see our checklist of things to bring and preparations that need to be done do before you commit to a trekking or touring adventure with us in India. (a link to checklist)

What photographic equipment should I take?

Himalayan treks offer a wealth of photographic possibilities and carrying a little extra photography equipment can be worth its weight. Single reflex cameras with interchangeable lenses are most suitable for the situations that you will encounter. Lenses should include a wide angle (28-35 mm) for buildings and landscapes, a tele-photo (70-200 mm) for un-obtrusive portraits and close-ups of mountain peaks. A macro lens will help you photograph flowers of Himalaya.
Carry plenty of film as you will probably end up taking more photographs than you planned (a roll a day should suffice). Make sure you have waterproof covering for your camera, equipment and extra batteries. You will need an ultra violet and polarizing filter for high altitudes.

Will I get altitude sickness?

It depends from person to person, while one may get sick at a lower altitude, the other might not get affected even at a much higher altitude. SHA normally carefully plan your tour in stages to make you acclimatize during the trip. Leaders keep a personal check and take all possible precautions. In case of a problem, however, you should inform your group leaders. Some previous clients recommend taking anti-altitude sickness medication during the higher altitudes we encounter. Please see our Checklist for more information on anti-altitude sickness medication and other recommended preventive medications, vaccinations and remedies.

What type of food is served on a trek?

Normally hot meals are served all along the trip, though at times packed lunches may be given when distances between stops do not permit cooking. A variety of Indian, Chinese and continental dishes are prepared with fresh meat and vegetables. A typical one-week menu might look like this: (Add a LINK TO MENU)

What about overnight accommodation?

Whenever possible, we possible we prefer to organize stays in countryside hotels or rest houses. For the major part of the treks, the accommodation will tend to be in tents on a twin sharing basis. Bathroom and sanitation facilities are improvised and made as comfortable as possible.

What’s a Jeep Safari?

A Jeep Safari is a mix of culture and adventure. These trips involve visiting remote villages, monasteries to experience the remote culture and people of the region as you pass through the rugged train of the Himalayas. Jeeps accommodating a maximum of two guests are used to organize these tours. The guests are taken to remote destinations, which do not always provide the best of comforts and even lack basic facilities like good roads, electricity and hotels. Hence, every possible arrangement is made to make the trip as comfortable as possible. A cook and a guide always accompany the guests to set up camp, cook hygienic & hot meals and take good care of your needs.
Basic accommodation is available providing facilities like attached toilets, cozy rooms and hot water. Camping at a scenic spot or near a water source is done where accommodation is not available. The guests visit remote villages, meet tribal people and witness lifestyles and see sites that have barely changed in centuries. These tribal people living in the remote areas of the Indian Himalayas bear a cultural similarity to the people of Leh and Tibet.