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• Aug,15,2022
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In Nepal's numerous trekking routes, trekkers could encounter plenty of tea houses and might often get confused about them. Some of them may be quite familiar with the term, but it could be new to the novice ones. Basically, the tea houses are lodges that provide simple meals and accommodations to facilitate trekkers in high altitudes. In a much clearer sense, tea houses are typically modest lodges that can only house a small number of travelers. They are typically maintained by family members. The majority of the "tea houses" are common mountain cottages. Families and travelers on the route can find shelter here. They offer visitors the typical fare found in those particular areas. As a result, the hikers are forced to make do with what they have and the food they can find, ignoring all the comforts of home and the large cities to which they belong.

In Nepal's high Himalayan regions (Everest, Manaslu, Annapurna, Langtang Circuit, etc.), tea houses serve the trekkers instead of lodges and guest houses. These tea houses are mountain huts, resembling lodges, that provide travellers to the highlands with some basic amenities, lodging, food, and beverages. The word "tea house" appears frequently in travel agencies' itineraries, which you can find while scrolling on the internet. You may also come across a number of tea establishments along the trail while on the walk. It's always good to know about "tea houses" instead of being confused.

How comfortable are tea houses?

The accommodation and infrastructure are much better in the low region since the cottages there are much better. They can provide you with luxuries like comfortable mattresses, delicious and nutritious cuisine, internet or Wi-Fi, nicer bathrooms and dining halls, hot and cold showers, drinks, and so on. Additionally, they treat you like family while serving you, inquire about your health and condition, and speak to you in a friendly manner. The facilities can be limited as you make your way uphill to the most isolated areas. If offered, they may charge more. Anyhow, under difficult circumstances, you must find lodging in one of the nearby tea houses and meet your basic needs for food and shelter. The internet signal can be spotty and there may be electrical issues at high elevations. All you need is guts and a brave choice (Yes, I will manage). These issues are straightforward for the adventurous soul. However, you should not worry too much. since the tour agency and guidebook know your intended hiking routes and lodging locations. They will be entirely in charge of providing you with food and shelter.

Where are tea houses available?

Near the Everest, Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges in Nepal are where you'll find the majority of the country's tea houses. It will be difficult for you to discover tea houses in the midwest (Humla, Jumla, Mugu, Dolpa), and far-west of Nepal if you are planning to climb towards the eastern Himalayan range, around the Kanchenjunga circuit, or in those areas since they don't have a tea house tradition.
 

Does the tea house have the internet?

Electricity is still absent in Nepal's most isolated areas. At some of the highest altitudes, it is not feasible. However, solar energy has been successfully controlled up to this point, and the majority of homes in the mountain region have it. It might not work well on overcast or foggy days. Therefore, you must start planning ahead for such situations. Your cell phones and torches should be fully charged. This aids you in numerous challenging circumstances. Wi-Fi connection, which is wireless internet, is also an option. Weather, wind, range, and other factors occasionally cause the internet to perform poorly. Nevertheless, Wi-Fi will enable you to stay in touch with your loved ones and friends. The owner may impose additional fees for Wi-Fi and electricity.

What are the primary food items offered in tea houses?

You are aware that the tea houses may be found in a remote and isolated village, which is typically the home of the owner. Compared to individuals living in the west, Nepalis have very diverse eating traditions. Nepalese people share a common culinary tradition across the country. Steamed rice, pickles, lentils, and curry will be served to you in the high hills (typically dal, bhat, tarkari, or achar). You can also consume roti (bread) produced from the high-hills crops millet, barley, and maze. It is also possible to pay extra for the meat of Himalayan goats, roosters, and local drinks.

Are tea houses and tea cafes the same?

Numerous cafes, tea shops, and local pubs may be found along the route. Yet you cannot refer to them as "tea houses." These teahouses, cafés, and bars only provide beverages to keep you warm in the chilly weather. In addition, some of the homes in the area offer lodging as well as tea service. They are not a tea house, so don't take it for granted. A tea house has a different philosophy and aim altogether. There is a family reason for the tea house. The cuisine offered will be the same as what they often eat because they are run by family members. The fees may be higher if you request additional services from the owner.