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: Arrive Kathmandu airport meet you & Transfer to Hotel. Included: D.
Day 2: Full day guided sightseeing around of the Kathmandu valley. Included: B, D.
Day 3: Drive: Kathmandu (1,310m) - Jiri (5 hrs drive). Included: B, L, D.
Day 4: Trek Jiri to Shivalaya (1767m) (5 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 5: Trek Shivalaya to Bhandar (2,040m) (6 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 6: Trek Bhandar to Sete (2,575m) (7 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 7: Trek Sete to Junbesi (2,675m) (6 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 8: Trek Junbesi to Nuntala (2,320m) (6 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 9: Trek Nuntala to Bupsa (2,310m) (7 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 10: Trek Bupsa to Ghat (2,490m) (6 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 11: Trek Ghat to Namche (3,440m) (5-6 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 12: Rest day at Namche for acclimatization. Included: B, L, D.
Day 13: Trek Namche to Tengboche (3,860m) (5 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 14: Trek Tengboche to Pheriche (4,312m) (5-6 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 15: Trek Pheriche to Lobuche (4,920m) (4-5 hrs). Lodge.Included: B, L, D.
Day 16: Trek Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,140m) (4 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 17: Hike up to Kalapatthar (5,545m).
Optional: Continue to Everest Base Camp (5,400 m).
Retrace your steps to Gorakshep / Lobuche (4,920m). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Lobuche - Gorakshep (3 hrs.) Included: B, L, D.
Day 18: Continue Trek to Dingboche (4,410m) (5 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 19: Trek Dingboche to Tengboche (3,860m) (5 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 20: Trek Tengboche to Khumjung (3,780 m) (4 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 21: Trek to Khumjung, Thame & Khunde (3,890m) (6 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 22: Trek Khunde to Namche (3,440m) (3 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 23: Trek Namche to Lukla (2,840m) (5-6 hrs). Lodge. Included: B, L, D.
Day 24: Flight: Lukla (2,840m) - Kathmandu (1,310m). Hotel Overnight. Included: B, D.
Day 25: Free day to explore, and enjoy Kathmandu. Hotel Overnight. Included: B, D.
Day 26: Final Departure. Included: B.
The cost included:
- International/Domestic Airport Pick up and drop off by our private vehicle
- Kathmandu hotel room with 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 (T.R.C) 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
- Trekking Guide Airfare and Porter will meet you in Lukla
- Domestic air fare from Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu per person US$ 202 only
- All program according to itineraries on full board
- Wages, equipment, insurance and other facilities to staffs.
The cost does not include:
- Nepal entry visa fee per person US$ 30 only
- Kathmandu Hotel Lunch (L)
- Sightseeing entrance fee
- Travel Insurance (This is a mandatory condition of booking)
- Medical evacuation in case of emergency
- Personal spending money & All bar bill
- Items of personal nature i.e. Soft/hard drinks, tips etc.
- International Airport Tax per person US$ 24 only.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
The above itinerary can be customized according to your duration of holiday. This is guideline showing tea house or tentative camp night stops.
Group leader's travel free for groups of 12 or more. (Flights and Government fees not included).
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