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Mount Everest or the Solu Khumbu region is the second
most popular trekking area in Nepal . It would probably
the most popular destination to the people all around the world. This
region is justifiably famous, not only for its proximity to the world's
highest mountain (8848m) but also for its Sherpa people, picturesque villages
great variety of cultures and traditions, colorful festivals and monasteries.
The flora and fauna are other ornaments of the Sagarmatha National Park
. The story of the yeti is still a mystery to the world from the Khumbu
region. The main highlight of the trekking that we offer is the visit
to the Everest Base Camp at an elevation of 5340m. An
Everest trek involves a tremendous amount of up and down walking. All
the rivers in this part of Nepal flow south from Himalayan glaciers, but
the trek route proceeds east. Therefore the trail must climb to the ridge
that separates two rivets, descend to the river itself and ascend the
next ridge. Most of our trips start with a scenic flight landing you at
the airstrip of Lukla 2850m from where you begin your walking to the sherpa
villages and ends up with the another scenic flight back to Kathmandu
offering that view at a lifetime.
Your objective is to visit Everest
Base Camp (5400), scene of so many triumphs and tragedies or
even more challenging, Kalapathar (5545 m) with its superb view of
Everest, the Khumbu Glacier and the surrounding peaks. This is
for those who have dreamed of seeing Everest close up.
After a welcome dinner at one of
the Nepal 's finest restaurants and explore the unique sections of the
old city. We fly to Lukla, an experience in itself, and enter the world
of Sherpas. We walk along side the Dudh Koshi ( River of Milk ) up to
memorable villages like Namche, the Sherpa “Capital”. Visit
holy Thyangboche Monastery, which sits on a high meadow in the lee of
Ama Dablam. The trail is ever upward, skirting formidable glaciers and
neat sherpa villages. The temperature droops and we are in a frozen world
of stone houses, iced rivers and stunning beauty. On returning to Lukla
after your mountain high, bid farewell to your gracious sherpa hosts and
set off on the spectacular flight back to Kathmandu. There is time to
reflect on your adventure and explore this exotic city for yourself. The
outlined itinerary goes as follows:
Trip Days : 17 Days
Trekking Days: 14 Days
Maximum Altitude: 5545m.
Weather : Be well equipped for coldness
Accommodation : Camping / Guest House Available (T-House)
Transportation: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla
Trek Grade: Moderate to Strenuous
Medical / Emergency Facilities : Himalayan Rescue Association Health Post
at Pheriche
Sir Edmund Hillary built Hospital at Thame
Communication Facilities : Telephones / Internet! available at Namche
Rescue Operations : Helicopter Flights from Kathmandu
Per day Trekking: 5 to 7 hours
Season : February - May / September - December
Itinerary: (Tour Code:EBC25)
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu
and transfer to hotel.
Briefing of the Trek.
Day 02: Kathmandu to Lukla (2850
m) trek to Phakding (2650 m)
A short spectacular mountain flight to Lukla (2850m) early in the morning
takes us to the gateway of the Everest trek. After a short explore of
Lukla village, the trek starts with a descent towards the Dudh Koshi River
which meets the main trail of our trek. This fairly easy 4-5 hours trek
passes trough few pleasant Sherpa villages and provides magnificent views
of Kongde and Kusumkangaru; two of Nepal's technical trekking peaks. We
fnally reach Phakding where we stay for the night.
Day 03: Phakding to Namche Bazzar(3440m.)
We start the morning with slow ascend through the blue pine and rhododendron forest that is very spectacular in the spring months when the flowers are in full bloom. We will cross the Dudh Koshi River at Benkar and enjoy great views of the snow peaks Kusum Kangaru and Thamserku until we reach Monjo. After Monjo the trek will be a little strenuous with steep ascent. We then enter the Sagarmatha National Park where our permits are checked before we descend quite steeply to Jorsale. The trek continues upstream on a flat terrain to the confluence of the Bhote Koshi and Dudh Koshi rivers. After crossing a large suspension bridge high above the river we climb steeply up to the village of Namche Bazaar where we will have the first glimpse of Everest including , Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam and Tawoche. This is a slow 6-7 Hours walk to reach Namche where we spend the night.
Day 04: Rest day in Namche Bazzar(3440m.)
Today is a rest and acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar. Namche is a colorful village with many wonderful and interesting shops and vendors, fabulous food, and stunning views of the surrounding mountains. An early hike above town, before the clouds move in, reward climbers with a spectacular Himalayan sunrise and views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse (the 4th highest peak in the world), and the beautiful Ama Dablam. On the way down, we can visit the Sherpa Museum that houses an exhibit on traditional Sherpa lifestyle and a fabulous photography display by a local Nepalese naturalist. There is the option of walking up to the Everest View Hotel 3,900m to khumjung Hillary village or day hike to Thame. Over night stay Namche in same hotel.
Day 05: Namche Bazzar to Tengboche
(3865m.)
From Namche, the trail contours on to the side of the valley, high above the Dudh Kosi through few villages and numerous tea shops. We descend steeply before we cross over the river at Phunki Tenga. The village is an ideal stopover for lunch where we can rest before making the steep climb to Tengboche. Although the hike up the zigzag path is tiring, it presents us with many beautiful sights of rhododendron bushes with beautiful birds and superb mountain scenery. On most treks we see Himalayan Thar, Danphe (the National Bird of Nepal) and Musk Deer along the trail. Tengboche is famous for its legendary monastery; the largest in the Khumbu. We spend the night next to the Thyangboche monastery, the spiritual center of the Khumbu region. It takes 6-7 hours to reach there where we spend the night.
Day 06: Tengboche to Pheriche
(4250m.)
From Tengboche we walk through rhododendron forests, and then descend
a muddy trail to Debuche to cross the Imja Khola River. On the trail we
pass several Mani walls, then a couple of shortens on the way to Pangboche.
The Pangboche Gompa is the oldest in the Khumbu area. When the trail to
Pheriche crosses a small hill you can see not only the village, but Island
Peak, one of Nepal's most famous trekking peaks, very closer view of famous
mountain Ama Dablam many more mountain views. It takes around 5 hours
to reach Pheriche where we stay in guest house for the night.
Day 07: Rest day in Pheriche
(4250m)
A day to rest and acclimatize. The best way to acclimatize is to go high and sleep low, so we will climb towards Mhera Peak, at 5200m, from where there is a spectacular view of Nuptse, Island peak, Makalu, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Khangtega, Tawache Peak, Cholatse and Lobuche Peak. We also get to wander up the valley to look at a lake, the Tshola Tsho and the perpendicular walls of Cholatse and Tawache. We can climb up onto the ridge overlooking Dingboche for the view of the Imja Valley and the incredible south face of Mt.Lhotse. Overnight stay at same guest house.
Day 08: Pheriche to Lobuche (4900m)
We continue up the wide valley beneath the impressive peaks of Cholatse and Tawache on the left. We then turn right and take a steep climb towards the foot of the Khumbu Glacier. The tea house at Duglha is a good spot to have lunch. The trail zigzags up through the boulders of the glacier's terminal moraine. At the top of this climb there are many stone cairns, built as memorials to many Sherpas who have died while climbing Mt Everest over the past 50 years. . From here the view is enthralling. Pumori, Lingtren, Khumbutse, and across the border in Tibet. Changtse are seen at the head of the valley, whilst Everest is hidden behind the towering walls of Nuptse and Lhotse. We then follow the valley stream to our lodge at Lobuje where we will be arriving early afternoon after 5-6 hours trek.
Day 09: Lobuche to Gorakhshep (5160m.)
After breakfast we follow the broad valley running parallel to the Khumbu glacier. The trail ascends gradually to the moraines of the Changri Nup Glacier but from here we make a series of small ascents and descents over a rocky trail lined with cairns that leads eventually to Gorak Shep. The trail offers superb views of the surrounding mountains, especially where the path is forced to rise to cross a tributary glacier. We will take lunch at Gorakh Shep where we stay over night in guest house.
Day 10: Gorakhshep Kalapattar (5545m) - EBC (5400m) - Gorakhshep
Early morning we hike to the best view point of Khumbu region;the Kalapattar.This
is literarily the best view point of Mount Everest and many more other
high mountains. From the top of Kalapattar we see mountains all around
us with Khumbu glacier too. After lunch we descend down to Everest Base
Camp. From Base Camp we do not get views of Everest but we will be able
to see the notorious Everest Ice Fall which is regarded as the hardest
and most dangerous section of the mountain. On the return leg, we can
take a higher route to get a spectacular view of the Khumbu icefall and
the route to the South Col. We return to Gorakh Shep stay there for the
overnight.
Day 11: Gorekhshep to Pangboche
(3975m.)
From today we are going back to Lukla by the same way; so every view and
every thing are same as mention in previous days itineraries. Today's
trek is mostly downhill. We retrace our steps to Duglha and descend to
Pheriche, where we will take our lunch. After lunch we cross the Khumbu
Khola on a wooden suspension bridge and follow the Imja Khola to the village
of Pangboche. It takes around 6 hours where we stay for the overnight.
Day 12: Pangboche to Namche (3440m.)
We continue the descend following the river, cross it over, climb back
through birch and rhododendron forest to Tengboche crossing the small
villages of Deboche. Kwangde, Tawache, Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam,
Kangtega and Thamserku are just a few of the Himalayan giants to be seen.
From Tengboche we descend to the bridge over the Dudh Kosi. At Phunki
Tenga, we get to see the water driven prayer wheels, before making our
way back to Namche. It takes around 7 hours where we stay for the night.
Day 13: Namche to Lukla (2850m.)
Our final day's trekking follows the Dudh Kosi down to Lukla. It takes
around 7 hours to go back to Lukla where we stay for the night. This last
evening calls for a celebration. We have a party with our Sherpa guides
and porters. We sample some change (local beer) and try out some Sherpa
dance steps. Altogether an end to a memorable trip on a merry note.
Day 14: Lukla fly back to Kathmandu (1300m.)
Early morning 05:30 for breakfast then check in airport for flight back to Kathmandu. Transfer from the airport to the hotel.
Day 15:- Transfer to Airport for final Departure.
COST OF TRIP:
Option 1: Delux Accommodation in Kathmandu (4-5
Star Hotel in kathmandu)
US $ 1500.00 Per Person
for FIT (Individual tourist)
US $ 1100.00 Per Person for group (More than 4
Person)
Option 2: Standard Accommodation in Kathmandu (2-3
Star Hotel in kathmandu)
US $ 1200.00 Per Person for FIT (Individual tourist)
US $ 1020.00 Per Person for group (More than 4
Person)
The Above Cost Includes:
All accommodation in Kathmandu on Bed and Breakfast
Basis.
Free one full day sightseeing in Kathmandu.
All Transportation by luxurious reserved tourist
coach.
All Trekking arrangement (Guide,Sherpa, and Helpers).
All meals (Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner) in Trekking.
Accommodation in Trekking on T-House or Guest House.
Kathmandu-Lukla-kathmandu domestic flight.
Trekking permit and all entry permits.
Above Cost Doesnot Includes:
Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
.
Personal nature cost,Beverages,Personal insurance
and personal tips.
Beverages like coke,fanta,mineral water,Beers and
wines.
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