Necessary Info

What To Take

Please attention: As we have limited space available in our support vehicle. Hence, we request you to limit your baggage to 20 to 25 KG.

  • Protective Riding Gloves
  • Riding boots
  • Riding jacket & pants (Synthetic preferred)
  • Helmet
  • Rain suit
  • Riding goggles
  • Face mask
  • Eye drops
  • Sunscreen
  • Torch/Flashlight
  • Thermal underwear (Himalaya Tours)
  • Insect repellent
  • Driver’s license
  • International Driving Permit
  • Travel insurance
Other Suggested
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Ear Plugs

Weather/Temperature

Our most Himalayan tours start and end in New Delhi where the temperature can go up to 38-42°C in July/August & September with humidity.

Temperature also varies in Himalayas & low altitude can get up to 30°C. However, they can fall below freezing at high altitudes in the mornings and during the nights.

Health, Fitness & Hygiene

Health
Please keep in mind that you need to be reasonably fit to participate in our tours.

IMPORTANT: Applicants are advised against participating in any Himalayan tours if they suffer from severe asthma, muscular disorders, respiratory or heart disorders, or any medical precondition which might be detrimental to the health of the participant on a tour which involves spending nights in high altitudes.

Please consult a doctor before booking a Himalayan tour specially High Himalayas over average riding on 4000 meters altitude.

Food & beverages
When travelling through India it is advised to carry your own drinking water that has been obtained from a reliable source (RO/UV water filter) or always drink branded mineral/packaged water.

Water for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice should first be boiled or otherwise always use packed water.

Hygiene
Popular tourist restaurants and hotels will have clean facilities for you to use.

Communication

Most of the places we have communications in terms of internet (Wi-Fi), & calling facilities but still there are many places with no communications in high Himalayas in remote region but no worries talk to us we have good stories to tell you about riding, India & share yours with us.

Telephone: Country code is 91

Mobile phone: Roaming agreements exist with most international mobile phone companies. Coverage is limited to major towns.

Internet: Wi-Fi is available in most hotels and cafes.

Visas & Documents

When travelling to India you will need the following documents:

  • Passport (valid at least 6 months past the intended period of stay)
  • Indian Tourist Visa

Indian Tourist Visa
Travelers should apply for a tourist e-visa before they visit India. Processing time is generally between 36-48 hours, you can apply for an e-Visa here. These are single/multiple entry visa’s that are valid for a 30/60-day stay.