Populated by Sherpas, the attractions of this area are the majestic mountains, the high mountain villages, the isolated monasteries, and the local peoples. This area includes the highest mountain in the world, Everest at 8,848m, and many of the world's 8,000m peaks such as Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and Makalu. First climbed in 1953, Everest still holds a fascination for many, however the Everest region boasts many more spectacular and beautiful mountains, as well as some of the most rewarding trekking anywhere in the world.
The Everest Base Camp trek is a classic trek which follows in the footsteps of Hillary & Tenzing and ends with an ascent of Kala Pattar for superb views of Everest.
This trek starts with an exhilarating 45 minute mountain flight into the airstrip at Lukla. From here we trek slowly upwards to the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar, following the valley of the Dudh Kosi river. It is not long before we glimpse our first view of Everest as it peeks above the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge. At this point it is still many days walk away, but with careful acclimatization it is not long before we find ourselves high up in the heart of the Khumbu region.
We visit Tengbuche monastery en route before continuing on to our goal, an ascent of Kala Pattar, a rocky outcrop to the west of Everest. This vantage point gives fantastic views of the Ice Fall and South Col as well as the immense south-west face of Everest which was first climbed in 1975 by Chris Bonington's team. This is truly a classic trek, which undoubtedly gives one of the best mountain views in the world. Accommodation and food is provided in the local lodges.
Your Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Tribhuban International Airport (T.I.A) and pick up by our private vehicle and transfer to the Hotel. Included: D.
Day 2: Full day guided sightseeing around of the Kathmandu valley. Included: B, D.
Day 3: 40 minutes Fly to Lukla (2728m), trek to Phakding (2640m) 5 hrs. Included: B, L, D.
Day 4: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3446m) 5 hrs. Included: B, L, D.
Day 5: Acclimatization day in Namche. Included: B, L, D.
Day 6: Namche to Tengbuche (3870m) 5 hrs. Included: B, L, D.
Day 7: Tengbuche to Dingbuche (4410m) 5 hrs. Included: B, L, D.
Day 8: Acclimatization day in Dingbuche. Included: B, L, D.
Day 9: Dingboche – Lobuche (4930m) 5 hrs. Included: B, L, D.
Day 10: Lobuche to Gorak Shep, and ascent of Everest Base Camp (5350m) than return back to Gorak Shep. 5hrs. Included: B, L, D.
Day 11: Early morning before sunrise visit to Kala Pattar for the best panoramic view (5545m). And return back to Gorakshep and have breakfast than continue trek down to Lobuche (4930m). 5hrs. Included: B, L, D.
Day 12: Trek down to Pangbuche (3370m). 5hrs. Included: B, L, D.
Day 13: Pangbuche to Namche Bazaar 5hrs. Included: B, L, D.
Day 14: Namche Bazaar to Lukla 5hrs. Included: B, L, D.
Day 15: Morning after breakfast 40 minutes fly to Kathmandu. Included: B, D.
Day 16: Final departure to your country. Included: B.
Included:
- International/Domestic Airport Pick up and drop off by our private vehicle
- Kathmandu hotel room & accommodation such as Breakfast, and Dinner (B, D) basis
- All land transfer as per above itinerary
- Sagarmatha National Park conservation entry permits fees per person US$ 15 only
- Trekking Registration Cerificate (TRC) Fees.
- Accommodation and 3 meals a day while on the trek
- Fully escorted trek with fluent English speaking license holder local Sherpa trekking Guide & provided each 2 persons 1 Porter
- Domestic air fare from Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu per person US$ 200 only
- All program according to itineraries on full board.
- Wages, equipment, insurance and other facilities to staffs.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Excluded:
- Nepal entry visa fee per person US$ 30 only
- Kathmandu Hotel Lunch (L)
- Travel Insurance (this is a mandatory condition of booking)
- Medical evacuation in case of emergency
- Personal spending money and All bar bill
- Items of personal nature i.e. Soft/hard drinks, tips etc.
- International Airport departure Tax per person US$ 24 only.
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