Decision 2: Tour Guide or Self-planned?

Next I needed to either get other (experienced) hiker's interested in coming along, or start researching tour guides. Since my trip was 2 months away, I didn't think I could find someone with experience, and still make a safe, well-planned trip.

I researched different guided tours in which the equipment and permits were all provided. That would take care of a huge expense, and I could rely on their experience. I felt relieved once I decided I was going on a guided tour.

My choice turned out to be Four Season Guides based on these criteria:

• Cost
• Reputation
• Group Sizes
• Initial Helpfulness of the Company

I have been extremely pleased so far.
That took care of item #2.