Je souhaiterais savoir si qqun a deja fait ce trek propose par Nouvelles Frontieres. Dans le cas affirmatif, qu'en avez-vous pense en terme de difficultes, d'adaptation, de rythme et evidemment d'interet culturel ?
Auriez-vous des conseils particuliers en terme de materiel a me donner ?
On souhaiterait partir au mois de Novembre. Faites-moi par de vos impressions....
Slt,
bcp de monde peut parler de ce trek. Pour ma part, je l'ai fait en solo en 99 et j'ai été choqué par le groupe nouvelle frontiere que j'ai croisé plusieurs fois sur ce trek. Je m'explique :
1) Les porteurs sont exploités à fond, cad qu'ils portent pres de 60 kg sur leur dos pour un salaire de 4 euros par jour. c' est tout simplement scandaleux ! surtout au prix que nelle frontiere demande à ses clients, à l'epoque pres de 1000 francs/ Jour (certes vol compris) mais imagine le bénef que fait ce to sur le dos des porteurs nepalais, (et c'est véritablement sur leur dos). Ils n'ont meme pas la décence de faire pression sur les ss traitants pour les obliger à employer + de porteurs et ainsi réduire les charges.
2) A partir de Manang (3000/3500m) une dame d'environ 55 ans a eu le mal des montagnes. Le groupe ne pouvant pas ralentir la cadence (car les jours sont comptés), ils ont mis cette femme sur un ane et l'ont monté pdt 2 jours jusqu'à thorong phedi (4500m !!) ou ils ont appelé un helico pour évacuer cette personne qui etait au demeurant completement dans le cirage. c'est totalement contraire à toutes les règles de bonne conduite à tenir en cas de mal des montagnes, elle aurait pu y rester en fait.
3 ) la clientèle apprécie peut être mais les tentes nelle frontiere sont montées en dehors des villages, donc bcp moins de chance de rentrer en contact avec les locaux.
Un couple de francais s'etant éloigné de leur campement était tres surpris de me voir dormir dans une guest house nepalaise, remplie selon eux de cafards et autres puces. Bonjour le niveau, j'ai prié de ne pas avoir à voyager avec de tels c-ns !
En conclusion, Nelle Frontiere est à reserver aux accrocs du voyage organisé, qui vont payer 5 fois plus chers qu'avec une agence locale pour des services mettant parfois leur vie en péril tout en exploitant la population locale; comme dit l'autre, chacun sa route, chacun son chemin !!
Concernant le trek à proprement parlé, un petit tour sur le moteur de recherche te livrera ts les renseignements que tu recherches.
Tout a fait d'accord avec toi ayant fait ce meme treck en solo il y a quelques temps.
Il vaut mieux eviter ce genre de trip si c'est possible.
D'ailleur j'ai vu les memes au Senegal en brousse ou ils sont arrives en minibus avec leur glaciere remplie de glacons et de pastis et prenant les Senegalais pour des merdes.
Namasté
Moi aussi je pense ( pour l'avoir vu sur le trek des Annapurnas ) que de nombreuses "grandes
agences" Françaises exploitent les porteurs en les surchargeant !!!
Les participants ne s'en émeuvent pas... ils ont payé : réponse faite à ma remarque !!!!
Quant aux difficultés et au matériel, le moteur de recherche te donnera des détails très complets.
Mais aucune difficulté technique et lodges sur tout le trek. Le chemin est bien marqué.
Il faut des vêtements chauds pour les 3 dernières étapes.
Bon trek !
... je ne veux pas défendre Nouvelles Frontières, mais vos témoignages sont un peu trop caricaturaux pour pouvoir être pris complètement au sérieux ...
... il faut déjà savoir, même si ce n'est pas une excuse, que toutes les agences françaises sous-traitent leurs trekkings au Népal à des agences locales ...
... et que parmi les innombrables agences de trekking de Kathmandu et Pokhara, on compte malheureusement encore trop de charlatans prêts à tout pour faire de l'argent ...
... me demande auprès de qui ils ont appris ça ! 😠
Slt, tu as bien raison de ne pas vouloir defendre nelle frontiere, ils sont tt simplement indéfendables 🤪. Je n'ai en rien caricaturé ce que j'ai vu de mes propres yeux (sinon j'en parlerai pas...) . De plus, s'il est vrai que les ss traitants népalais sont aussi des exploiteurs, les charges des porteurs sont bien au couleur rouge et blanche de nelle frontiere, il y a meme leur nom et logo dessus ! Bon c'est vrai que les clients portant leur petit sac journalier ne voient pas la plupart du temps les porteurs. Ceux ci arrivent bien avant les clients pour monter les tentes et tout installer. (Je me demande si les clients nelle frontiere voient au moins une fois leurs porteurs ??)
De plus, depuis le temps que le business du trek est installé au Nepal, de nbes agences ont fait leur preuve et ce genre de site/forum permet d'éviter les arnaques, non?
Je suis partie en 98 au Nepal un peu par obligation ( pas trouve de billet d avion ds mes dates) avec nouvelle frontiere. J avais pas mal d apprioris mais l'envie de partir etait trop fort. Aucun regret, rien a voir avec ce que raconte les autres posts. Il y avait une personne victime du MAM un Sherpa a fait demi tour avec lui.
Le rhytme etait cool voir trop. Mais bon c est relatif tout depand de sa condition.
Comme tout groupe il y a toujours un chian.
Je n 'ai jamais renouvellé cette experience preferant voyager seul. Mais ce n est pas une mauvaise adresse ( à l'epoque )
... gardons-nous cependant d'une seule expérience vécue de faire des généralités ...
... quand je suis parti avec NF, je croisais régulièrement les porteurs sur le chemin de la journée à l'occasion de nos pauses respectives et au moment du déjeuner, ... et nous passions même régulièrement des soirées avec eux pour les écouter jouer de la musique et danser avec eux ... ce qui les faisait bien rire !
... comme je l'ai dit, la réussite d'un tel voyage dépend pour beaucoup de l'accompagnateur et du sirdar, qui donnent le ton ... mais aussi de ce que nous autres voyageurs apportons avec nous et avons envie de donner : or, dans un groupe de 10/12 personnes il y a toujours au moins un chieur ou un coincé pour gâcher un peu l'ambiance ...
... il est important de dire aussi, il me semble, que certains de ceux qui se lancent dans un trekking n'ont pas toujours une bonne connaissance de ce qui les attend et ne se sont pas préparés un minimum : qu'on les fasse monter sur une mule lorsqu'ils sont un peu malades pour les aider à franchir le Thorung La ne me semble pas déconnant, pas plus que la solution qui consiste à les faire redescendre avec un sherpa ... les népalais connaissent un peu mieux leurs montagnes que nous, non ? et savent mieux que nous ce qu'il convient de faire !
... enfin, et on en restera là : la montagne, comme la mer, a toujours été un terrain de jeu formidable ... mais aussi très dangereux : que quelques naïfs se fassent parfois rappeler à l'ordre est donc tout naturel !
difficile de dire qui a tort et qui a raison, l'expérience des uns n'est pas forcément l'expérience des autres, et comme le dit maitairoa ca dépend beaucoup de l'accompagnateur et du sirdar, et aussi des participants.
Concernant les agences locales, il y a de tout c'est vrai.
Je connais bien Celtic tenue par un francais et j'ai un ami népalais qui y travaille et avec qui j'ai fait un trek en mars de cette année. C'est une agence sérieuse les porteurs et guides sont payés très correctement et partent toujours bien vêtus et chaussés, au point de vue assurance idem, ce qui n'est pas le cas de certaines autres agences locales.
Cela étant bon voyage
Patoune
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New to this forum, I’m planning a pretty big project for 2028.
I’m heading to Nepal to do a trek from Kathmandu all the way to Everest Base Camp (a cool 5,300 m 😄).
This trek is a bit special because even though I’ll be part of a group, I’m going solo (so far, no problem—I’m used to it). But it’s my first real trek, and it’s also a humanitarian one: once I reach base camp, I’ll stay an extra week to help clean up the waste left by tens of thousands of climbers! Since I’m originally from South America, from two countries that share the Andes, I have a deep respect for mountains—they fascinate me. So Everest… it’s kind of the trip of a lifetime!
So, a little question for those who’ve done treks to Everest before… any tips for good mental preparation (I’m already working on the physical side)?
Hi,
We’re planning to do the 4-day trek from Mestia to Ushguli without an agency. The descriptions mention that there are accommodations at each stop, but we can’t find any details about them. Has anyone got info or feedback on this route?
We're planning to trek in Peru and Bolivia and would love to find some local agencies.
If you know any, could you share details on prices and, of course, the names of the agencies?
Which trek would you recommend?
Elocine
I'm heading out on a fully self-sufficient trek in Morocco (10 days) from Imilchil to Aghbalou.
Can I find screw-on gas canisters (Coleman, Primus) in Marrakech (any addresses?) or in villages between Imilchil and Aghbalou?
If not, are Butagaz canisters for camping gas (small 230g size) available?
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hello, I’d like to embark on a little trip in my home country, Switzerland. I’ll start walking from La Cure, heading toward Le Noirmont first, then I’ll improvise my route—but it’ll probably follow the French border... at least as far as Lac de Joux.
I’ll decide day by day how much farther to go after that. My goal is to stay in nature as much as possible, wander around for as long as I can, and restock food in villages or towns along the way.
I’m thinking of mostly camping, but we’ll see if I end up in a hotel or another campsite depending on my route.
I’d love to reach La Chaux-de-Fonds on foot... maybe even Delémont.
The whole thing should take about a week, give or take.
I’ll be bringing my dog, and I’m preparing for this as soon as I’m ready.
Any tips to make sure everything goes smoothly for us? Things I should know—or avoid? What about shepherds with their flocks of sheep? And isn’t hunting season open right now?
I’m not sure if what I’m planning is even doable, which is why I’m asking around.
This’ll be my first time doing something like this—wandering in nature *and* with a dog. I’m really excited for this adventure... and I need it. Thanks!
We’re really keen on ecosystems and want to hike in "natural" ancient forests—not planted woods or areas heavily degraded by human activity. Travel guides (like Lonely Planet) don’t provide much info on this. Could you point us to the most interesting spots?
Thanks in advance for your tips.
We wish you happy holidays and a fantastic 2026, full of discoveries!
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I’d love to know if anyone has done treks in the Rwenzori Mountains and how much it costs on average, what the infrastructure is like, the landscapes, and safety in the area. Thanks so much! I’m really looking forward to your replies.
We’re leaving in 9 days for a two-week trip to Madeira, mainly to hike.
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It’s the same issue for Ponta de São Lourenço, the 25 Fontes, Pico Ruivo... in short, all the most popular hikes. Oh well, we’ll skip those too!
So my question is: which hikes do you recommend where we won’t face the huge crowds that the others get? And where we can book the day before for the next day, taking the weather into account?
Finally, a quick accommodation question: we’ve booked the first week in Funchal, but I haven’t decided yet for the second week. Do you have any advice on where to stay in the south or north, preferably avoiding overly concrete-heavy and touristy spots?
I’m reposting about the logistics for Samaria Gorge.
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Hi there,
We’re flying from Montreal to Lyon this August to go hiking in the French Alps. We’ve rented a car and will be staying at campgrounds. We’re planning to do day hikes and want to stay a few days in one spot, do a few hikes, then move on to our next camping spot. Could you share your favorite spots or any recommendations for places to spend a few days with great hikes?
A few details:
We arrive in early August and leave in early September.
We’re looking for day hikes (or shorter), moderate difficulty, with a cumulative elevation gain of no more than 1000m, and of course, beautiful scenery!
We’d prefer not to drive too much—maybe it’s best not to head too far south and deal with unnecessary heat?
Along the same lines, if you know of any great campgrounds where we can start our hike directly without needing the car, we’d love to hear your suggestions!
Hi there,
I’m planning to go hiking on this island and would like to know the best time to do it. I visited for a few days in November 2018—not for hiking but just to explore—and the weather wasn’t great, especially in the mountains. So, is a star-shaped itinerary doable if I rent a car and maybe use two different accommodations?
I’m not planning to join an organized group—just traveling with one other person and organizing things ourselves—unless you’d recommend a local agency or guide. Finally, even though I’ll be getting maps, a topo guide, and a GPS, I’d really appreciate your top hiking recommendations.
Thanks so much for your tips!
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Hello!
We’re spending a few days in Toraja country at the end of May. We’d love to do a day trek—taking our time—on a route that’s stunning in terms of scenery, but not a level 5 in difficulty!
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I’ll be arriving by plane on Sunday evening and would like to start pretty early on Monday morning. Ideally, accommodation right at the trailhead (Alzu di Gallina) would be amazing, but I can’t find anything. Any tips?
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I’m heading to Morocco in August and we’ll start with a stop in Chefchaouen (we’re driving).
My question: can anyone suggest a 5-to-7-day loop hiking route from Chefchaouen in Talassemtane Park, ideally passing by the God’s Bridge? Or a paper guidebook that covers a few options?
We prefer wild camping and guesthouses.
Thanks in advance
Hi there, for those who’ve been recently—is it possible to find other solo travelers in March on the island to share transport or room costs? It doesn’t seem easy to travel on a budget.
If you have any recommendations for simple lodgings or places with dorms, I’d love to hear them.
For those who’ve done multi-day treks while moving around: do you need to bring your own sleeping bag? I’d love to hear about itineraries you’ve done without a guide, just with a map and GPS.
Thanks, and have a great day!
Hi everyone!
We’re planning a 15-day road trip to Scotland this summer, specifically to explore and hike on Lewis and Harris—places we’ve never been before. We’ve visited other islands on previous road trips in Scotland (we usually go in April for a week). This would be our first time in Scotland in the summer and for 15 days. We’re looking at late August to early September.
I’m currently drafting the itinerary. We’d be crossing from Ullapool and were thinking of spending 3 nights on Harris and 4 nights on Lewis.
Does that sound balanced to you? Is it better to keep the same accommodation on Harris and the same on Lewis to explore the area? I’d love to hear about any past experiences you’ve had on these islands.
Thanks!
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I’ve been wanting to do this for several years, and this year’s the one. Next September, I’ll be trekking in Tusheti (Georgia), from Omalo to Shatili.
Of course, I won’t be renting a vehicle that’d just sit unused. No problem getting to Pshaveli, but from there to Omalo, it’s a dirt road (still the case?)
There must be some form of public transport since there are so many guesthouses, and not all travelers come in a 4x4.
If any of you have been to Omalo, could you confirm that these shared transports exist and how often they run?
we’re planning a trip to Yellowstone and hoping to do a three-day backcountry hike if we get a permit.
if any of you have done this before, could you let me know if it’s possible to find water along the way? And if we can transport it, are we allowed to use a stove?
Hello,
I’ll be in Nepal from March 6th to 29th (we’re flying into Kathmandu via Varanasi and leaving via Delhi).
I’m a bit confused about the regulations requiring a guide.
My wife and I (we’re 63 and 64) aren’t experienced trekkers—we’re more used to walking on terrain with very moderate elevation changes. I’m looking for fairly easy hikes, possibly day trips.
Here are my questions:
- Does the Poon Hill trek from Pokhara require a guide, or is it better to go through a local agency? (I’ve seen a lot of them offering 4-day packages)
- I’d like to do a few multi-day hikes around Jomsom (Kagbeni, Mukitinath, Lupra, Marpha)... Do you need a guide for those, and can you find accommodations easily without booking in advance?
Last question—I’m really hesitant to lug around a sleeping bag or down jacket during our 6 weeks in India. Can you easily find these kinds of items at reasonable prices in Pokhara?
Thanks in advance for any tips you can share!
Yann
I’m a 56-year-old man who’s done several treks in Nepal and elsewhere. Also passionate about photography.
I’m looking for one or more people to form a group for a trek in Nepal. The trek is the Annapurna and Manaslu circuit (24 days), including a stop at Tilicho Lake. I’ve got a great itinerary and the local company seems solid. The price is around $1600.
I’ll be in Nepal from April 5 to May 12, 2026, so the trek would need to happen within those dates.
