Mountaineering
Joining an expedition
The
decision to join a mountaineering expedition is not one that should be taken lightly.
By joining you will be signing up as a part of a team and in doing so you will
inherit certain responsibilities.
Living
for a month or more within the confines of a mountaineering expedition will test
the social skills and tolerance levels of every member. You will be sharing a
compact tent with another team member for the duration of the expedition and personal
privacy will be at a minimum. Toilet and washing facilities are basic and minimal
and to the first timer, this can take some getting used to. Although, you would
be amazed at how well we adjust when we need to.
It's
a good idea to compare the services and itineraries of various adventure companies
as some offer a combination of both camping and lodge accommodation en route to
base camp. Apart from getting you out of the tent every few nights, this may also
create an opportunity for the occasional hot shower. If you're new to adventure
travel you might want to consider some of the options available for your first
adventure.
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