The short answer
Do keep to the group schedule, drink water regularly, walk slowly and listen to your leader or guide. Carry your documents, personal medicines and a light rain layer. Do respect local customs and other pilgrims, and keep rituals calm and orderly.
Don't rush at altitude, skip meals, or ignore symptoms of altitude illness. Don't carry or leave rubbish at holy sites. Follow the dress rules of each place, and ask before photographing rituals. Your health, rest and attitude matter more than hurrying through the schedule.
Key facts
- Do
- Follow the group, drink water, walk slowly
- Carry
- Documents and medicines
- Don't
- Rush at altitude or ignore symptoms
- Respect
- Customs and other pilgrims
How it works
- Prepare your healthFitness and doctor's advice.
- Follow your leaderAnd the schedule.
- Walk slowly and drink waterEspecially at height.
- Respect rituals and othersDress and behave modestly.
Insider tip
Tell your leader early if you feel unwell.
Avoid this
Do not hide symptoms to keep the schedule.
Related questions
Can seniors join?
Many do, with preparation and medical advice.
Are rules strict?
Follow your leader and local rules.
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