Nepal and Tibet are situated at a very high altitude. Does the altitude cause any inconvenience?
When traveling to Tibet it is possible that the high altitude can cause you some inconvenience. The symptoms that sometimes arise are shortness of breath, headache and nausea. Most people experience some light complaints, after a few days you get used to the altitude and the symptoms disappear. It is important to take it easy upon arrival and to drink a lot of water during your stay in Tibet. The percentage of people who experience actual altitude sickness is really quite small. If you have asthma or heart problems it is recommended that you notify your primary care physician about your visit to Tibet.
