Nepal is one of the most rewarding vacation destinations on the planet. Not only for it’s sheer beauty and grand mountain range, the Himalaya, but as well it’s diverse fascinating multi-ethnic cultures, ancient cities and “royal squares”, and wildlife.

Shanker is one of my partners in Explore Himalayan, a trekking adventure company that organizes group and private treks in the Himalaya. I’m taking a small group up to Annapurna Base Camp in May this year so I thought it would be a good opportunity to talk about trekking, and get Shanker’s expert advice on concerns that some have especially if it’s their first time at high altitude. Whether you come on one of our treks or you choose another company I this information is definitely unbiased and will help you decide and plan your trip, particularily if you’re interested in either Everest Base Camp, the Annapurna Circuit, or Annapurna Base Camp.