Tibet Travel Tips

General Tips for travel Tibet

Tibet Travel Permits

About Tibet travel permit Because Tibet has unique geography, climate, religion, and traffic considerations, it has not been fully opened to foreign travelers, who must have a Tibet Entry Permit before being allowed to buy a plane ticket to Tibet. (Overland paperwork is even more of a hassle, so it is nearly impossible for foreigners to enter Tibet by land.) Obtaining a Tibet Entry Permit usually requires working through a travel agency, who will plan a detailed itinerary for your time in Tibet. View more Tibet permits »

AMS

AMS is very common at high altitude. At over 3,000 meters (10,000 feet) 75% of people will have mild symptoms. The occurrence of AMS is dependent upon the elevation, the rate of ascent, and individual susceptibility. Many people will experience mild AMS during the acclimatization process. The symptoms usually start 12 to 24 hours after arrival at altitude and begin to decrease in severity around the third day. View more AMS »

Etiquettes and Taboos

With unique culture and religion, Tibetans have different ways of behavior in many aspects. There is an old Chinese saying: "Sing the local songs when you get to a local place." So please keep in mind the following tips: View more Etiquettes and Taboos »

What to bring

We design a trekking check list which could be helpful for you. But if your tour is just a conventional one, some of the trekking equipment listed below is not necessary. View more What to bring »

Electricity

The domestic electricity supply voltage for appliance use differs among countries. If you plan to go to China, you should notice that the supply voltage in this country is 220V, 50HZ, AC. View more Electricity »