Bridim is positioned in one of the most spectacular Himalayan regions. From the village, mountain peaks nudge their way above the towering valley. Take a walk uphill, and the full enormity of the Tibetan and Langtang ridges surround you with a breathtaking display of Earth's power. It is impossible to appreciate the culture without understanding the mountains and nature that surround the village. That is why most groups are taken on two, two day walks: first to the Tibetan border and then to just over 3,000m, on a route previously only known by yak herders, to be surrounded by the snow-capped peaks. You will require no former trekking experience and only an average level of fitness is required. As with all activities, these walks are optional, but the scenery is well worth the effort.

You will be accompanied by an expert trekking guide and around 10 support staff who will make your walks remarkably comfortable by carrying all luggage, pitching tents, cooking and delivering a warming cup of tea and washing water to your tent before breakfast. All camping equipment is included except your sleeping bags. You will even have a thick, inflatable mattress, hot water bottle and separate dining tent and toilet tent to add to your comfort. As Himalayan trekking goes, this is about as comfortable as it gets!

While temperatures during the day are usually warm-hot, night-time temperatures above 3,000m can drop precipitously so bring a quality sleeping bag and plenty of thermals. Note that sleeping bags, and all camping equipment, can be purchased in Kathmandu for a fraction of the Western prices.

There is an abundance of wildlife, so keep your eyes peeled for yak, bears, monkeys and red pandas. The mountainsides are covered with rhododendron forests coming into bloom in March.