If you love to experience the solemn grandeur of the towering mountain peaks, a Tibet tour must be your choice. You can experience the serenity of the mountains in this country. You must visit Tibet at least once in your lifetime. However, traveling to Tibet is no walk in the park. It calls for a greater perseverance against the hazards and hostilities that the place offers. Thus, it is important for you to know some useful tips before you arrive there.

Travel permit

Tourists who want to visit the closed or restricted areas in Tibet need to apply for travel permit. You can obtain it only after you arrive in the country. The travel permit is actually issued by the Tibetan government. The authorities never make a hassle about issuing a travel permit whenever an authorized travel agent enforces them. So, if you're planning for a Tibet travel, always make your tour with a popular travel agency.

However, if you're planning to travel to Tibet without using the services of any travel agency, you will have to follow few guidelines. Ensure to take the essential accreditation over at Kathmandu if you're traveling through Nepal. The method of securing the travel permits generally takes two days time. Also carry your passport to get the travel permits without facing any kind of trouble.

Best time to visit Tibet

No matter whenever you come here, you'll feel like you have entered into a different world. The best time visit this country is during the months of April to October. The peak season is May-September. Those who travel on foot or in their own car should avoid traveling to Tibet during the rainy months (July-August).

Things to carry on your Tibet tour

There are many important things, which you simply cannot forget while planning your tout to Tibet. Given below is the list of things that you must carry with you on your trip.

Backpacks—Backpack is on the top of your must-to-carry list. You must carry a big backpack as well as a small one. The small bag can be used for daily activities and can be put in the big one when needed. Never burden the backpack because that would lose much of your energy.

Waist pack—this is another important accessory, which you need to carry for putting property and vital documents.

Winter clothing—Tibet is a cold country. It is located in an altitude of 16,000 ft. Thus you can expect a chilly weather in this country. To protect yourself from the chilly and frozen winds, carry warm garments along with you. Thick coats, warm gloves, wind-proof shoes, socks, woolen sweaters and sweat shirts can be of great help to you. Women must avoid wearing dresses or skirts while in Tibet.

Sun protectors—as the sun rays are very strong, you must take sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen lotion along with you during your Tibet travel.

You must also carry medicine, torches and oxygen bag during your tour to Tibet.