Trek au Népal version "hard"
by Steph974
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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Salut a tous
J'ai vraiment une grosse envie de rando au Népal (projet 2004) mais je cherche un plan à forte dominante sportive(du genre "j'en chie mais c'est bon et en plus c'est beau ".
Physiquement très entrainé (Course de montagne et Trail de + de 10h avec 2000 + ou 3000+) par contre pas d'expérience de la "très" haute altitude (+de 4000). Envie de + de 6000 mais est-ce raisonnable sans pratique de l'escalade?
Quels plans pouvez vous me suggérer ?
Merci de vos réponses
Bonjour,
si tu cherches du vraiment hard sur le nepal vu ton entrainement, tu ne trouveras pas dans les agences classiques!!!
Mon experience est le tour du Daulghiri en 1999 en voyage de noce (donc avec ma femme), on nous avait dit que c'était le plus dur connu repertorié et que après c'était de l'alpinisme. Du coup entrainement pour nous deux, footing 10km en 45-50 mn 3 fois par semaine plus randonnée en montagne tout l'été 1999 pour un trek en 10/1999
Arrivée la bas, marche de 5 heures maxi par jour (agence Atalante mais Allibert était en parallèle )=> pas variment musclé. Acclimatations progressive.
Pas vraiment musclé sauf qu'on a du evacué par hélico un trekkeur cause oedeme pulmonaire à 3600m, coma, caisson hyper barre. A tour de role, on pompe pour la maintenir, ça fait plus rire quand on sait les effets
heureusement, il y avait 1 médecin et 4 infirmières dont ma femme (parmi les trekkeurs, pas dans le staff d'encadrement, on est pas en maison de retraite) dans l'équipe qui s'en sont occupé sinon....
ça s'est un peu corsé à partir du camp de base du Daulaghiri 4500m, passage du French Pass à 5360m (je suis monté assez vite, histoire de se tirer une bourre mais gros coup de pompe après le col, finit la journée en queue de groupe, pas fière le pierro!!). Nuit à 5000m, nickel sauf que 2 d'entre nous se sont réveillé avec un oedeme facial, façon je ressemble au bibendum Michelin.
Le lendemain, le challenge, l'ascension facultative du Tapa Peak (6035m, ça fait pas rigoler des genoux!!), on est juste partit à 5, je suis partit comme la veille et re_coup de barre à 5800m, hypoglycémie, envie de rien bouffé, j'ai finit mais un peu le tête dans le c.
Arrivée en haut, au bout de 10 mn, la super pêche, pleins de photos ( Annapurnas juste en face) c'était super hyper beau
la redescente sur Jomosom fut un bonheur et en plus avec une pêche d'enfer.
la conclusion de tout ça est que, avec un peu (ou dans ton cas beaucoup) d'entrainement, ça passe ( à conditions bien sur de ne pas se choper une chiasse de la more ou un rhume qui te vide) mais qu'il faut vraiment se méfier des effets de l'altitude, elle te remet vite à ta place!!!!!!!!!
notre prochain challenge serait le Zanskar (1 mois au dessu de 4000m dans paysage qui te donne pas envie de rentrer en ville) et pour moi, je tenterais bien un 7000m mais là, il faut une experience en randonnée glaciaire et j'ai pas encore
salutations
si tu cherches du vraiment hard sur le nepal vu ton entrainement, tu ne trouveras pas dans les agences classiques!!!
Mon experience est le tour du Daulghiri en 1999 en voyage de noce (donc avec ma femme), on nous avait dit que c'était le plus dur connu repertorié et que après c'était de l'alpinisme. Du coup entrainement pour nous deux, footing 10km en 45-50 mn 3 fois par semaine plus randonnée en montagne tout l'été 1999 pour un trek en 10/1999
Arrivée la bas, marche de 5 heures maxi par jour (agence Atalante mais Allibert était en parallèle )=> pas variment musclé. Acclimatations progressive.
Pas vraiment musclé sauf qu'on a du evacué par hélico un trekkeur cause oedeme pulmonaire à 3600m, coma, caisson hyper barre. A tour de role, on pompe pour la maintenir, ça fait plus rire quand on sait les effets
heureusement, il y avait 1 médecin et 4 infirmières dont ma femme (parmi les trekkeurs, pas dans le staff d'encadrement, on est pas en maison de retraite) dans l'équipe qui s'en sont occupé sinon....
ça s'est un peu corsé à partir du camp de base du Daulaghiri 4500m, passage du French Pass à 5360m (je suis monté assez vite, histoire de se tirer une bourre mais gros coup de pompe après le col, finit la journée en queue de groupe, pas fière le pierro!!). Nuit à 5000m, nickel sauf que 2 d'entre nous se sont réveillé avec un oedeme facial, façon je ressemble au bibendum Michelin.
Le lendemain, le challenge, l'ascension facultative du Tapa Peak (6035m, ça fait pas rigoler des genoux!!), on est juste partit à 5, je suis partit comme la veille et re_coup de barre à 5800m, hypoglycémie, envie de rien bouffé, j'ai finit mais un peu le tête dans le c.
Arrivée en haut, au bout de 10 mn, la super pêche, pleins de photos ( Annapurnas juste en face) c'était super hyper beau
la redescente sur Jomosom fut un bonheur et en plus avec une pêche d'enfer.
la conclusion de tout ça est que, avec un peu (ou dans ton cas beaucoup) d'entrainement, ça passe ( à conditions bien sur de ne pas se choper une chiasse de la more ou un rhume qui te vide) mais qu'il faut vraiment se méfier des effets de l'altitude, elle te remet vite à ta place!!!!!!!!!
notre prochain challenge serait le Zanskar (1 mois au dessu de 4000m dans paysage qui te donne pas envie de rentrer en ville) et pour moi, je tenterais bien un 7000m mais là, il faut une experience en randonnée glaciaire et j'ai pas encore
salutations
A bientôt au détour d'un sentier dans les Alpes ou à l'autre bout du monde
Le deuxième conseil que l'on puisse te donner, c'est d'organiser toi-même ton trek en faisant appel à un guide et un porteur local, en marchant à ton rythme et en t'arrêtant lorsque tu en as envie, mais sans oublier cependant d'écouter les gens qui t'accompagent qui eux connaissent leur montagne et savent de quoi ils parlent.
Le premier conseil ? plutôt une constatation : tu ne seras pas le premier "mariole" à se faire redescendre à KTM en hélico; peut-être l'occasion d'un baptême de l'air ?😎
Le premier conseil ? plutôt une constatation : tu ne seras pas le premier "mariole" à se faire redescendre à KTM en hélico; peut-être l'occasion d'un baptême de l'air ?😎
mishnou
Si tu cherche un trek engage et super, je te conseille le haut Dolpo, au dela du lac Phoksumdo, vers Shey Gompa, Saldang, Tarap et traversee vers la vallee de la Kali Gandaki (Kagbeni) montee vers le nord vers Lo Montang et retour direct vers Muktinath via la rive orientale (pas oublie la visite a Luri Gompa) de la Kali Gandaki. C'est des paysages superbe (le debut c'est le lieu de tournage du film Himalaya l'enfance d'un chef, ensuite des canyons au Mustang) des monasteres troglodytiques, les paysages sublime du Mustang... C'est relativement haut (pas tres c'est a dire aux environs de 4000 max), il n'y a aucun hebergement sur la majorite du trek (=> camping).
J'ai fais ce trek en deux fois le haut Dolpo d'abord (en 81 ca fait un bail... depuis le haut Dolpo a ete tour a tour ouvert, fermer, re-ouvert etc. aux etranger, a cette epoque le Mustang etait fermer) Mustang bien plus tard peu apres son ouverture en 98. Pour ces deux regions, faut passer par une agences pour les permis de trek speciaux (c'etait obligatoire en 98 et cela l'etait encore recement, permis special pour le Dolpo est necessaire au dela du lac Phoksumdo et pour le Mustang au dela de Kagbeni) il fallait, en plus du permis de trek special Mustang, un officier de liaison (le miens s'est tirer apres l'arrivee a Lo Montang, il en avait marre et surtout il avait toucher son bakshish).
Si tu veut des conditions plus extremes: l'ouest du Tibet: Kailash, Manasarovar, Tholing, Tsaparang. C'est tres tres beau (paysages, monuments, peintures murales, canyons de la Sutlej...), c'est tres haut (>4500m en permanence, des cols a plus de 5500m), c'est a faire en Octobre pour la luminosite, a cette epoque c'est froid (temperature<-20 la nuit, y du vent tout les apres- midi), il y a moyen de faire des treks (par exemple le long de la Sutlej ou vers les sources de l'Indus). Y a pas grand chose comme hebergement (situation en 95) => camping ni comme ravitaillement (rien en fait comme ravitaillement a part Darchen, Purang et Tholing, puis Ali et Tsoquen). Population locale uniquement nomades qui vivent sous tente (y aussi les occupants chinois evidement...).
Pour aller jsuqu'au Kailash, il y a moyen d'organiser soi meme quelque chose a partir de Lhassa. Pour aller plus loin (Tholing) ou faire un trek, cela deviens difficile sans une agence et les permis officiels.
J'ai fais ce trek en deux fois le haut Dolpo d'abord (en 81 ca fait un bail... depuis le haut Dolpo a ete tour a tour ouvert, fermer, re-ouvert etc. aux etranger, a cette epoque le Mustang etait fermer) Mustang bien plus tard peu apres son ouverture en 98. Pour ces deux regions, faut passer par une agences pour les permis de trek speciaux (c'etait obligatoire en 98 et cela l'etait encore recement, permis special pour le Dolpo est necessaire au dela du lac Phoksumdo et pour le Mustang au dela de Kagbeni) il fallait, en plus du permis de trek special Mustang, un officier de liaison (le miens s'est tirer apres l'arrivee a Lo Montang, il en avait marre et surtout il avait toucher son bakshish).
Si tu veut des conditions plus extremes: l'ouest du Tibet: Kailash, Manasarovar, Tholing, Tsaparang. C'est tres tres beau (paysages, monuments, peintures murales, canyons de la Sutlej...), c'est tres haut (>4500m en permanence, des cols a plus de 5500m), c'est a faire en Octobre pour la luminosite, a cette epoque c'est froid (temperature<-20 la nuit, y du vent tout les apres- midi), il y a moyen de faire des treks (par exemple le long de la Sutlej ou vers les sources de l'Indus). Y a pas grand chose comme hebergement (situation en 95) => camping ni comme ravitaillement (rien en fait comme ravitaillement a part Darchen, Purang et Tholing, puis Ali et Tsoquen). Population locale uniquement nomades qui vivent sous tente (y aussi les occupants chinois evidement...).
Pour aller jsuqu'au Kailash, il y a moyen d'organiser soi meme quelque chose a partir de Lhassa. Pour aller plus loin (Tholing) ou faire un trek, cela deviens difficile sans une agence et les permis officiels.
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Personally, given the massive influx of tourists to the island in recent years, I don’t mind paying a fee to help maintain the trails. Similarly, setting a limit on the number of people who can hike them per day is certainly preferable to preserve this priceless heritage.
However, what’s much less fair is that in reality, most of the available spots are reserved: 1/ for Madeira residents (which is normal); 2/ for "economic operators" (meaning local tour operators). For example, if you’re a non-resident (independent tourist), no booking is possible for the Pico Arieiro hike for an early morning start before September! So, unfortunately, we’ll have to skip this hike. 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?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
Pascal
Hi there,
I’m reposting about the logistics for Samaria Gorge. I’d love to get recent info, especially about whether it’s possible to park my car in Omalos, do the hike, and then catch a bus back to my vehicle. In theory, it’s doable, but when you check the KTEL website, there aren’t any feasible schedules listed. If anyone has recently organized this with reliable, verified details, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks in advance!
I’m reposting about the logistics for Samaria Gorge. I’d love to get recent info, especially about whether it’s possible to park my car in Omalos, do the hike, and then catch a bus back to my vehicle. In theory, it’s doable, but when you check the KTEL website, there aren’t any feasible schedules listed. If anyone has recently organized this with reliable, verified details, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks in advance!
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!
Thanks! :-)
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!
Thanks! :-)
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!
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!
hi there,
I’m planning a trip around Cap Corse and the AGRIATES in 2026, from May 8th to 15th (there are still 2 spots left, by the way! Just DM me if you're interested).
I’d love to know which hikes are worth prioritizing in the AGRIATES. We’ll be staying in SALECCIA for two days as our base—what should we focus on from there? A round trip to IGNHU beach? Any other suggestions? For Ostricano, I think it’s too far for a round trip... Thanks for your tips! Have a great day, Anie, Toulouse
I’m planning a trip around Cap Corse and the AGRIATES in 2026, from May 8th to 15th (there are still 2 spots left, by the way! Just DM me if you're interested).
I’d love to know which hikes are worth prioritizing in the AGRIATES. We’ll be staying in SALECCIA for two days as our base—what should we focus on from there? A round trip to IGNHU beach? Any other suggestions? For Ostricano, I think it’s too far for a round trip... Thanks for your tips! Have a great day, Anie, Toulouse
Hi,
I’d like some advice on doing the Camino de Santiago—or part of it—from the Basque Country.
Best,
Hi there,
I’d like to get some info about the GR10 Pyrenees traverse. I need help planning the daily stages and accommodations—my wife isn’t an experienced hiker but walks a lot, so I’d like to schedule shorter walking days and thus a longer overall trip in terms of number of days.
Could anyone give me some help and advice? Best regards,
I’d like to get some info about the GR10 Pyrenees traverse. I need help planning the daily stages and accommodations—my wife isn’t an experienced hiker but walks a lot, so I’d like to schedule shorter walking days and thus a longer overall trip in terms of number of days.
Could anyone give me some help and advice? Best regards,
Hi there, I’m planning the Annapurna Circuit for March 2027 and I’m looking for a local agency with a local guide—preferably French-speaking—to arrange this trek for us. Any suggestions? Thanks
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!
Any suggestions you can share, please?
Thanks in advance
Hi everyone,
I’d like to do the Mare a Mare Sud in May over 4 days. I’ve found quite a few places to stay along the route, but I’m stuck on the start and finish. 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? Also, for the transfer from Figari Airport to Porto Vecchio or Alzu di Gallina? At the end, I’d like to pick up a rental car—any advice on that too?
Thanks in advance!
Caro
I’d like to do the Mare a Mare Sud in May over 4 days. I’ve found quite a few places to stay along the route, but I’m stuck on the start and finish. 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? Also, for the transfer from Figari Airport to Porto Vecchio or Alzu di Gallina? At the end, I’d like to pick up a rental car—any advice on that too?
Thanks in advance!
Caro
I’m traveling solo by plane to Catania in May and plan to hike the northern side of Etna, starting from Linguaglossa where I’ll arrive by bus. After that, I’d love some info on how to get up to Piano Provenzana (shuttles or hitchhiking), since it seems there’s no public transport except in the summer. Can you sleep there in a free or cheap refuge, or camp? And how far up can you go without having to hire a guide? Thanks in advance. Bernard.



