Hi Both. Just wanted to say how much I've been enjoying your videos recently. I've had a bit of a binge watch tbh, and it's really addictive!! There's a contrast between the magnificent drone footage, and your ' down to earthness ' if that's even a word!! It's fascinating seeing the world through your eyes, and also fascinating as a Brummie who's being driving a van for work for 30 odd years, to see how you've made your van your holiday home! Absolutely fantastic channel, far better than watching the telly!! Cheers both, good luck, and keep posting 👍👍
Hiya Pete, Oh wow! That's so so lovely of you comment and has made us smile very much 😊 We are so glad that you have been enjoying them. We honestly can't thank you enough for your positivity 🙏🏻 Haha! Nath drives his works van around the black country 5 days a week! You've probably passed each other at some point 😂 ... Yes, Claudia is used for commuting to my work and our weekend use only... No work tools allowed 😂 Take care Pete and we hope you enjoy our upcoming videos too 🤙🏻✌🏻
Hi both, thanks for taking the time to create this video. It’s surprising how much of the smaller items we need. We’ve opted for Lenor fabric sheets to put in between clothes and to keep in our own pillow cases. Definitely be using the Vic vapour rub, we’ve read about how smelly the toilets are! Thanks again, looking forward to our trek now.
So glad you have found our EBC information videos helpful and useful Clare, thank you for your kind positive feedback. It is appreciated 😊 ... Genius idea with the Lenor fabric sheets! 👌🏻 Haha! Yup. Theres no denying they are smelly but its all worth it. Super excited for you guys. We wish you the best of luck 🤙🏻✌🏻
Hi, we have just returned from our EBC trek and what a fantastic experience it was. Thanks for the hints and tips you shared in your videos. We felt we had everything we needed but still managed to scale down clothes and stuff that we thought we may have needed. Looking forward to getting back home for a very hot shower and a cup of tea!
Incredible! A huge well done and congratulations you guys 🤙🏻✌🏻 ... So glad our hints and tips were of some help for you! Haha! Oh yes, that feeling haha 😂 ... It will be the best shower of your life 👌🏻 x
Hi can I ask if you had any vaccinations other than the normal such as Rabies? Also which company did you get your travel insurance with? Sorry also how much money did you take on the actual trek and was it $ or rupees? Sorry for all the questions we are heading there in a few months
@@NicolaYoung-o6g we had the required vaccinations but not Rabies. We took a WISE and Revolut card and took about £200 in Nepalese cash but probably only spent £50 that was only for Pringles, chocolate on the way, maybe coffee and apple pie on the acclimatisation days. Remember also you pay for WiFi and battery charging which gets more expensive the further up you go.
Thats brilliant! Thank you so much for commenting. We are very glad this has been helpful for you. You will have a fab time in October. Super excited for you! 😁
TmReslky loved your series and big well done. Have a couple of questions. What you used for filming ? and mic ? as sound was perfect. Also for him what model was the Rab down jacket ?
Hey. Thanks for your kind words, we appreciate it 😁 For 90% of it we use a gopro hero 11 with a media mod. We have modified the mic though by gluing mic foam to it to help reduce wind sound. For this particular video & our Teahouse video we had a rode micro mic connected to the gopro. We also have an insta 360 for some of the action shots 📷 Both of our Rab jackets are the Rab Axion Pro and they kept us warm, plus we use them all the time on camping trips and hiking back in the UK 👍🏻
@@NathandHannah Thank you very helpful. Big thumbs up again for this series, really enjoyed it. I am from Malta Europe, if you ever need any info about here just ask.
Hey loveys, great video!! Really useful… I’d like to go to Everest base camp next year… I wondered if you could help me please… Which company did you buy insurance from? X
Hiya, Awww, thank you so much 😊 We already had travel insurance with our banking provider. We then told them we were doing the EBC Trek prior to going and they upgraded our insurance so that we were covered for hazardous activities up to 5,500m. From our trek experience we really recommend that you don't cut corners when it comes to the insurance. We hope this helps and its super exciting that you're thinking about doing the trek next year 😊 ... Any other questions please feel free to ask. X
Thanks for the tips. These are very practical and useful. One feedback about the video - the music is quite loud so hearing what you are saying is a little difficult.
Thankyou for your nice comment 😁 Cheers for letting us know. We will have to check that out when we edit our next video. Its hard to gauge when editing so I guess if in doubt go quieter 👍🏻
Hi Luke, Exciting stuff! It's not long at all now 😁 I can't quite remember the exact amount we tipped. Obviously there is no correct amount but our CEO gave our group 2 envelopes and suggested the amount to give. I'd say it was around $200 per person between the 2 envolopes. But it could have changed as our trip was nearly a year ago now. I hope this helps. The G team do work extremely hard and provide an excellent service to make the trip as comfortable as possible. Have a fantastic time! 😁
@@lukepiper7332 Hi Luke, I cant remember exactly what we spent but we went off an average of $30 per person per day. You will spend less at the start and finish but more above 4000m but as an average $30 per day. We payed on card at Gorakshep & Lukla and there was a cash machine in Namche but my best advice is get all of your money out at the airport as the cash machines are temperamental and charge alot. 👍🏻
No problem at all. Yes we used our soft shel jackets most days especially on the way up when its too warm for the down jacket the soft shell worked well to keep to wind off. The down jackets were mainly used on a night and past 4000m
Hi This is so useful, we are heading there later this year. Can I ask a few questions? Which vaccinations did you have? Not sure whether to have Rabies/Hep B and Cholera. Did you get your Nepal Visa on arrival at the airport? I think you said your day bags were 30L?
Hiya, Awesome, that sounds amazing! We didn't get any vaccinations for this trip. I'd say the best thing to do is book an appointment with your local GP and they will have your vaccination records on file and will be able to advise and give you specifically what you need. We did this for a recent trip to Tanzania and ended up with 3 jabs. Yes, the visa was done at KTM airport. They have some computer touch screens there to fill out the details and then you pay at the desk. (Be prepared to queue!) I think you had to pay in Nepalese Rupees but the money exchange bureau is there too if you need. Yes, 30L day bags. No strict requirements that's just the size of the backpacks we own. We also had 80L duffle bags that the amazing porters carried for us. The limit for the duffle bags is 10KG max. Hope all of this helps 😁 ... Any other qurstions that you have please feel free to ask. 🤙🏻✌🏻
@@NicolaYoung-o6g No problem. Haha its good to be prepared though. We wish we knew a few more things before we went which is why we wanted to put this video together. We didnt actually know much about Diamox untill we were on the trek & most of the group were taking it. We bought some from Namche Bazar as Hannah had a mild head ache. From personal experience it seemed to help us aclimitise better. We took Diamox from day 1 on our recent Kilamanjaro Trek and we had no Aclimitisation issues apart from the un avoidable exhaustion from taking on these challenges. Always consult your GP first though and consider the side effects as they effect people differently. 😁
@@NicolaYoung-o6g Hiya, yes deffinenatly get helicopter cover & 5500m. Our group had 2 helicopter rescues whilst we were there. We have travel insurance through our joint bank account (Nationwide) we added on the Hazardous activities package which covers all the altitude Trekking, heli rescue ect. I notice that alot of people on these trips use Trailfinders for insurance too. Hooe this helps
This sort of stuff is so valueable to people doing the base for the first time. Well done !!
Thankyou so much guys 😁 hope your having a great time away. The pics are awesome 👌
Hi Both. Just wanted to say how much I've been enjoying your videos recently. I've had a bit of a binge watch tbh, and it's really addictive!! There's a contrast between the magnificent drone footage, and your ' down to earthness ' if that's even a word!! It's fascinating seeing the world through your eyes, and also fascinating as a Brummie who's being driving a van for work for 30 odd years, to see how you've made your van your holiday home!
Absolutely fantastic channel, far better than watching the telly!! Cheers both, good luck, and keep posting 👍👍
Hiya Pete,
Oh wow! That's so so lovely of you comment and has made us smile very much 😊 We are so glad that you have been enjoying them. We honestly can't thank you enough for your positivity 🙏🏻
Haha! Nath drives his works van around the black country 5 days a week! You've probably passed each other at some point 😂 ... Yes, Claudia is used for commuting to my work and our weekend use only... No work tools allowed 😂
Take care Pete and we hope you enjoy our upcoming videos too 🤙🏻✌🏻
Hi both, thanks for taking the time to create this video. It’s surprising how much of the smaller items we need. We’ve opted for Lenor fabric sheets to put in between clothes and to keep in our own pillow cases. Definitely be using the Vic vapour rub, we’ve read about how smelly the toilets are! Thanks again, looking forward to our trek now.
So glad you have found our EBC information videos helpful and useful Clare, thank you for your kind positive feedback. It is appreciated 😊 ... Genius idea with the Lenor fabric sheets! 👌🏻 Haha! Yup. Theres no denying they are smelly but its all worth it. Super excited for you guys. We wish you the best of luck 🤙🏻✌🏻
Hi, we have just returned from our EBC trek and what a fantastic experience it was. Thanks for the hints and tips you shared in your videos. We felt we had everything we needed but still managed to scale down clothes and stuff that we thought we may have needed. Looking forward to getting back home for a very hot shower and a cup of tea!
Incredible! A huge well done and congratulations you guys 🤙🏻✌🏻 ... So glad our hints and tips were of some help for you!
Haha! Oh yes, that feeling haha 😂 ... It will be the best shower of your life 👌🏻 x
Hi can I ask if you had any vaccinations other than the normal such as Rabies? Also which company did you get your travel insurance with? Sorry also how much money did you take on the actual trek and was it $ or rupees? Sorry for all the questions we are heading there in a few months
@@NicolaYoung-o6g we had the required vaccinations but not Rabies. We took a WISE and Revolut card and took about £200 in Nepalese cash but probably only spent £50 that was only for Pringles, chocolate on the way, maybe coffee and apple pie on the acclimatisation days. Remember also you pay for WiFi and battery charging which gets more expensive the further up you go.
Good tips for any hiking trip. Thanks for sharing ATB Kev
Thanks Kev 😁 hope your doing well 👍🏻
The shewee can also be used to fill up your water bottle. Make friends by filing up other hikers' bottles with it.
Haha yes I like that 🤣
Love these tips! 👌
Awww, thanks Angelica 😘xx
Thank you, has been helpful as have BC booked this October:-)
Thats brilliant! Thank you so much for commenting. We are very glad this has been helpful for you. You will have a fab time in October. Super excited for you! 😁
Hi Guys - great tips! you got to book it now! - Brendan doesn't know he is coming with me yet lmao
Cheers Steve, Haha he will be over the moon with you 😂
Appreciated 👏
Thanks 👍
No probs, thanks for the positively 👍🏻
TmReslky loved your series and big well done. Have a couple of questions. What you used for filming ? and mic ? as sound was perfect. Also for him what model was the Rab down jacket ?
Hey. Thanks for your kind words, we appreciate it 😁
For 90% of it we use a gopro hero 11 with a media mod. We have modified the mic though by gluing mic foam to it to help reduce wind sound. For this particular video & our Teahouse video we had a rode micro mic connected to the gopro. We also have an insta 360 for some of the action shots 📷
Both of our Rab jackets are the Rab Axion Pro and they kept us warm, plus we use them all the time on camping trips and hiking back in the UK 👍🏻
@@NathandHannah Thank you very helpful. Big thumbs up again for this series, really enjoyed it. I am from Malta Europe, if you ever need any info about here just ask.
@@PierreFarrugia amazing Thankyou & thanks for the heads up. We may be in touch 👍🏻
Hey loveys, great video!! Really useful… I’d like to go to Everest base camp next year… I wondered if you could help me please… Which company did you buy insurance from? X
Hiya,
Awww, thank you so much 😊 We already had travel insurance with our banking provider. We then told them we were doing the EBC Trek prior to going and they upgraded our insurance so that we were covered for hazardous activities up to 5,500m. From our trek experience we really recommend that you don't cut corners when it comes to the insurance. We hope this helps and its super exciting that you're thinking about doing the trek next year 😊 ... Any other questions please feel free to ask. X
Would you be able to buy wet wipes in Namche?
I'm pretty sure you can. Its mor like what cant you buy in Namche
Thanks for the tips. These are very practical and useful. One feedback about the video - the music is quite loud so hearing what you are saying is a little difficult.
Thankyou for your nice comment 😁
Cheers for letting us know. We will have to check that out when we edit our next video. Its hard to gauge when editing so I guess if in doubt go quieter 👍🏻
Hi, may I ask how much you tipped the guides and porters? I’m going on 21st of this month 😅
Hi Luke,
Exciting stuff! It's not long at all now 😁
I can't quite remember the exact amount we tipped. Obviously there is no correct amount but our CEO gave our group 2 envelopes and suggested the amount to give. I'd say it was around $200 per person between the 2 envolopes. But it could have changed as our trip was nearly a year ago now. I hope this helps. The G team do work extremely hard and provide an excellent service to make the trip as comfortable as possible.
Have a fantastic time! 😁
Thanks for the reply! Can I also ask how much cash you took for the trek? Thanks
@@lukepiper7332 Hi Luke, I cant remember exactly what we spent but we went off an average of $30 per person per day. You will spend less at the start and finish but more above 4000m but as an average $30 per day. We payed on card at Gorakshep & Lukla and there was a cash machine in Namche but my best advice is get all of your money out at the airport as the cash machines are temperamental and charge alot. 👍🏻
Lovely, thank you for the reply !
Can I just ask the name of the rab down coat you used
Hi, we both used Rab axion Pro down jackets 👍🏻
Thank you so much, your tips are so helpful. Did you find you used a shell jacket much?
No problem at all. Yes we used our soft shel jackets most days especially on the way up when its too warm for the down jacket the soft shell worked well to keep to wind off.
The down jackets were mainly used on a night and past 4000m
What shell jackets did you use?
Hiya,
Nath is a Northface soft shell & mine is a Norwegian brand 👍🏻 Both are very good and are both fleece-lined.
Hi This is so useful, we are heading there later this year. Can I ask a few questions? Which vaccinations did you have? Not sure whether to have Rabies/Hep B and Cholera. Did you get your Nepal Visa on arrival at the airport? I think you said your day bags were 30L?
Hiya,
Awesome, that sounds amazing! We didn't get any vaccinations for this trip. I'd say the best thing to do is book an appointment with your local GP and they will have your vaccination records on file and will be able to advise and give you specifically what you need. We did this for a recent trip to Tanzania and ended up with 3 jabs.
Yes, the visa was done at KTM airport. They have some computer touch screens there to fill out the details and then you pay at the desk. (Be prepared to queue!) I think you had to pay in Nepalese Rupees but the money exchange bureau is there too if you need.
Yes, 30L day bags. No strict requirements that's just the size of the backpacks we own. We also had 80L duffle bags that the amazing porters carried for us. The limit for the duffle bags is 10KG max.
Hope all of this helps 😁 ... Any other qurstions that you have please feel free to ask.
🤙🏻✌🏻
@@NathandHannah thank you, this is so helpful . yes I have many as it gets nearer! Did you take Daimox which seems to be reccommended ?
@@NicolaYoung-o6g No problem.
Haha its good to be prepared though. We wish we knew a few more things before we went which is why we wanted to put this video together.
We didnt actually know much about Diamox untill we were on the trek & most of the group were taking it. We bought some from Namche Bazar as Hannah had a mild head ache. From personal experience it seemed to help us aclimitise better. We took Diamox from day 1 on our recent Kilamanjaro Trek and we had no Aclimitisation issues apart from the un avoidable exhaustion from taking on these challenges. Always consult your GP first though and consider the side effects as they effect people differently. 😁
@@NathandHannah Hi Which insurance company did you go with. I am just doing quotes now and we have to have helicopter cover
@@NicolaYoung-o6g Hiya, yes deffinenatly get helicopter cover & 5500m. Our group had 2 helicopter rescues whilst we were there. We have travel insurance through our joint bank account (Nationwide) we added on the Hazardous activities package which covers all the altitude Trekking, heli rescue ect.
I notice that alot of people on these trips use Trailfinders for insurance too.
Hooe this helps
Nice tips 😂😂😂
Thankyou 😁
Why you did not shower when there is hot shower until mid of the hike?
Didn't feel the need to shower each day as we had baby wipes to keep us clean too.
Use lighter pack my friend