Should You Buy Oxygen for Tibet Travel? The Truth Explained | (CITS) Global

When traveling to Tibet, the biggest concern for most visitors is altitude sickness. Another of the most frequently asked questions is:
“Is It Dangerous to Travel in Tibet Without Buying Oxygen?”
"Is it dangerous not to buy oxygen?"

Many friends, online discussions, and even travel consultants trying to sell you a package all seem to agree on one thing:
"Just don't buy it!"

It may sound simple, but does it really solve the problem? The reality is far more complex.

Many travelers only find out in the end that the so-called"Behind "Don't BuyThere's a hidden truth.The tour guide won't actually take you to rent one of the newest, affordable shared oxygen generators.Instead, they emphasized the dangers of the plateau and promoted the expensive disposable and heavy oxygen tanks along the way.

In this article, we're going to take you through the process:

• Should I Buy Oxygen When Traveling in Tibet?
• What Fear-Based Tactics Do Some Tour Guides Use to Sell Oxygen in Tibet?
• What Is the Right Way to Travel in Tibet Without Overspending?

Common Misunderstanding #1: Is It Dangerous to Travel in Tibet Without Oxygen?

Many people think so:
Does Altitude Sickness Simply Mean You Need to Inhale Oxygen? Should You Just Buy a Few Extra Cans to Carry Along?
Some people also say:
"You don't have to buy it at all, your body will adapt to it."

These two extreme views have in fact missed the point.

High-Altitude Reaction Is Not “Lack of Oxygen”, but “Lack of Acclimatization”

Altitude sickness occurs mainly because the body cannot immediately adapt to the lower oxygen levels at high altitude. Common symptoms include headaches, insomnia, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, and loss of appetite

Oxygen does relieve discomfort for a short period of time, but it does not allow the body to complete the "adaptation" process. The real solution is through Gradual scheduling, rest and relaxationThe body can adjust itself naturally.

Tibet Travel Without Buying Oxygen — When You Really Don’t Need It

Saying you don't need to buy it doesn't mean you don't need oxygen at all.
In some cases, oxygen can bring a sense of mental and physical stability, helping travelers to survive the most uncomfortable stages.

But a more effective way to Overnight stay in a newer hotel with oxygen system.
Nighttime is when the body is most vulnerable to altitude stress. Continuous oxygen supply during sleep can not only help relieve symptoms but also ensure more energy for the next day’s journey.

Altitude Levels and Accommodation Tips in Major Tibetan Cities

• Nyingchi prefecture of Tibet, Tibetan: Nying khri, Chinese LinzhiLinzhi sits at an altitude of around 2,900 meters above sea level and enjoys a relatively high oxygen content, earning it the nickname “Little Jiangnan of Tibet.” Most travelers are able to adapt easily upon arrival, so hotels in Linzhi are generally comfortable and do not require special oxygen-supply facilities. Oxygen room not required.
• LhasaThe altitude is about 3600 meters and oxygen is scarce, which is a barrier for first-time travelers to Tibet. Choose a new, well-equipped Oxygenated hotelsThe quality of rest can be dramatically improved.
• Shigatse Tibetan: Gzhis ka rtse, city and prefecture in central Tibet: The altitude of nearly 3800 meters further challenges the body's endurance, so this is the place to go! oxygen delivery room It's also very important.

In other words, rather than spending a lot of money on a few disposable oxygen cans, it’s wiser to invest your resources in… Choosing the right and cozy place to stayThis is the most effective and cost-effective approach.
Also note thatSome travel agencies provide oxygen rooms with "limited oxygen supply time" or "extra charge".(Some travel agencies do not take the initiative to tell you this, so be sure to ask for clarification.)

Common Misunderstanding #2: Why Are So Many Tibet Tourists Pressured to Buy Oxygen?

Many travelers vowed before departing that "I won't buy an oxygen bottle".
However, this is often the case when it comes to the actual trip:

1. The tour guide repeatedly reminded us on the bus, "The altitude here is high, so it's dangerous not to inhale oxygen."
2. The tour guide again told the bus how many people died in a year!
3. Travelers are getting nervous, wondering if they need to prepare more.
4. The tour guide and driver will then take the traveler to a special oxygen rental company and ask the owner to tell you more about it.
5. Some even sell more expensive ones.One can costs 500, 700, or even thousands of RMB, depending on the size.You're a softy. If you have a soft ear, you will be asked to buy many cans at a time! (The regular price is only 200-300 RMB.)

What's even more dramatic is that some travel agents even ask their clients to buy several cans at a time, saying "that's the only way to use them".
What are the results?

• You can only use it once or twice and it will be gone soon.
• Oxygen cylinders are bulky and difficult to carry and take up a lot of space in your luggage.
• The discomfort continues the next day, so you have to pay for it again.

That's what it's called."Fear Marketing.": Taking advantage of tourists' uneasiness about the highlands, we sell goods that are expensive but not really that expensive. (It's not as simple as two or three times more expensive.)

This kind of tour guide (travel agency) although they may put in the front of the car shared steel oxygen cylinders, but this is placed in the car, and will only give the most urgent people to use, they will also take this to tell you that this kind of oxygen is specialized, you need to go to a specialized gas store to buy only have, you must buy with you .... This goes along with the above statement.

Some may use alternative"The Emotional Care Method."He's going to make you think he's letting you buy oxygen for your own good.
Many travelers are unhappy when they come back because they obviously went on a "no-shopping itinerary" and trusted the tour guide and the travel agency, only to find out that this is not the case when they return home!

The Real Truth: Shared Oxygen Machines Are the Norm, Not a Luxury

What many people don't know is that you can find [shared oxygen generator] rental services in many places in Tibet, including [Lhasa and Rikaze city], [popular scenic spots], and even [Everest Base Camp].

But beware! Nowadays, travel agents who like to sell oxygen are trying to inflate the price of shared oxygen machines! If your tour guide uses the "scaremongering" method I mentioned above, be sure to check the price!

• The rent is around 100-150 RMB per day.
• The latest machine is lightweight and easy to carry, much more practical than the old heavy oxygen cylinders.
• It can be used for a long time for continuous oxygen intake and can be recharged! Not a disposable bottle that runs out after a few puffs.

These oxygen generators are the real solution to the problem.
But why don't most tourists know about them?
Because - on the market! Some travel guides will not take you there.

For travel agents, there is no profit to be made in taking clients to rent oxygen concentrators.
In comparison.Selling high-priced oxygen cylinders is "business".
That's why so many people come back upset and say, "If I'd known this was available, I wouldn't have spent thousands of dollars on a bunch of oxygen bottles."

The right way to deal with the plateau

Since oxygen is not an absolute necessity, how should I prepare for Tibet?

How to Choose the Right Altitude Itinerary

Some of our trips are designed to allow the body to get used to the gradual increase in altitude.
For example:

1. First, you will enter Tibet from Linzhi (2900 meters above sea level) to get used to it and stay for a couple of days.
2. Go further to Lhasa (3500 meters above sea level) and rationalize your itinerary with suitable stops.
3. Then on to Shigatse (3800 meters above sea level).
4. The final challenge is to go above 5,000 meters in altitude, such as Everest Base Camp.

In this way, the body will naturally adjust more easily, you can refer to ourLinzhi 8 Days Tour[Linzhi Glacier 8 Days]as well asLinzhi Peach Blossom Festival

However, some travelers may not like the Linzhi way of entering Tibet, so don't worry!
Our CITS China Tours itineraries are arranged to face altitude sickness in the most suitable way, including ourTibet Highlight 8 Days]as well as[Ali Chakra 14 days]Lhasa Qinghai-Tibet Train 5 Days

Accommodation Choice: Oxygen-Supplied Hotels in Tibet

In addition to the Everest Base Camp (now the Everest tent company has its own cheap rental oxygen equipment, oh), Ali, such remote areas because of geographic conditions do not allow, as well as Linzhi Bomi or Jilong and other low altitude areas do not need, our spelling tour itinerary in the appropriate places are arranged!A very comfortable [Oxygen Hotel], where guests can continue to replenish oxygen during the night.
This is much more effective and comfortable than taking a couple of puffs of oxygen during the day.

Car Oxygen and Portable Oxygen

• The vehicle is equipped with a large cylinder of oxygen, ready for emergency use.
• Each guest receives a complimentary bottle of portable oxygen for immediate relief in case of discomfort.

The Importance of Comfortable Transportation in Tibet Travel

Many people overlook a small detail:Motion sickness can also magnify the discomfort of altitude sickness.(Indirect grounding will increase the need for emergency oxygen intake. (Indirectly increasing the need for emergency oxygen intake)
If you are on the road for a long time, you will not only feel dizzy and want to vomit, but also may aggravate the symptoms of altitude.

We, CITS Global, will be using the following services throughout the trip. Newest Tourist Buses and Medium and Small BusesWith the new condition and high stability, it can greatly reduce the bumps and vibrations, and make the travelers more comfortable on the road.
For those who are prone to motion sickness, this is the same as An indirect way to "prevent altitude sickness".: It is easier for the body to adapt to the plateau environment because it is less exposed to external disturbances. Naturally, there is no need to replenish too much oxygen.

Prepare for your trip with travel tips and tricks

In fact, this is the most important thing to do before traveling! Detailed method you can consult ourTravel Professional Consultant

• Avoid staying up late and drinking alcohol for a few days before arriving at the plateau.
• If you have money to spend, you can get high altitude medication from a high altitude travel clinic or your family doctor.
• Slow down, don't run, and don't talk or jump aggressively during the trip.
• Drink plenty of water and eat light foods.
• Stay relaxed and don't get overly anxious.
• Please inform our tour guide of any discomfort during the trip.

Real Case Study

• A member of a tour group was once pushed by another travel agency to buy 4 cans of oxygen bottles at a time, spending almost 3,000 RMB, but in the end, because he did not really need it, he ended the trip before opening the remaining 2 cans, which was a direct waste of money.
• Some people only learned about the oxygen rental machine at Everest Base Camp, which costs only 200 RMB for one day, and watched people from other travel agencies easily survive the most difficult night, while they themselves used the old-fashioned oxygen cylinders, which cost them even more money... They felt that they should have known that they should have done this right from the beginning.
• During our trips, many of our guests do not need to pay for oxygen, because the oxygen supply hotel + car cylinder + portable oxygen is enough, but if you really need it, don't worry, we won't take the initiative to sell it, but we can help! For example, if you want to know how and where to rent a portable oxygen machine, our tour guides will also inform you or help you to order one.

Don’t Be Scared by Oxygen Sales Pitches

When you go to Tibet, you don't need to spend a lot of money on oxygen cylinders just because you are anxious.
The right attitude is:

• Understanding Your Health
• Gradual Adaptation to Altitude
• Utilizing Oxygen Hotels and Vehicle Oxygen
• Renting affordable oxygen generators when necessary instead of being forced to buy high priced oxygen cylinders
• Get High-Altitude Travel Insurance in Advance to Avoid Medical Expense Worries

We at CITS China Travel Service Global insist:
No sales, no shopping.no conventional patternschangeWe don't sell fear, we give you highland travel insurance!
We, only provide coverage that really works.
Let every traveler enjoy the beauty of the plateau in peace, instead of traveling with heavy and useless oxygen cylinders.