Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Everest Base Camp Trek - 17 Days



Everest Base Camp Trek

The Everest Base Camp trek is the grandest walk in the land of the Himalayas. Trekking through the Everest region offers astounding mountain views, and opportunities to get a glimpse into the life of world famous climbers (the Sherpa's). The trek further offers the opportunities to go sightseeing around Sagarmatha National Park, a world heritage site that is home to a variety of Himalayan floras and faunas, to get a closer look at the highest Buddhist monasteries in the world, and, of course, the most gratifying of them all, the trip to Everest Base Camp itself. It is an opportunity to embark on an epic journey that Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay set off on in 1953. But nothing beats the thrill and sense of accomplishment that grips travelers on seeing the power and grace of the mighty Everest up close. The 16-day Everest Base camp itinerary is designed for those trekkers who are in good health with normal physical  fitness.

Day to Day Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,300m /4,264 ft)
Upon our arrival at  International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu, we will be warmly greeted by a representative. Private escorted to Hotel. After check in, meet with our trekking guide or hang around the city on foot. We organize a Welcome Dinner at an excellent traditional Nepalese restaurant where we enjoy a Nepalese cultural program. Dinner Only.

Day 02: Kathmandu - Sightseeing and Everest Trek Preparation. B/B plan.
First morning in kathmandu, after breakfast, start a guided tour to several of the most historical and spiritual attractions in Kathmandu. Some of these landmarks are considered World Heritage Sites; including the historic Durbar Square Patan city (Bhadgoan) and the famous 'Monkey Temple' (Swayambhunath) . At the noon,  pre-trip discussion where we can meet our trek leader briefs regarding your  trek as well as provides  opportunity to ask any questions  and preparation help.

Day 03: Kathmandu - Lukla - Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft): 3- 4 hours trek.
Early in the morning, after breakfast,  drive  to the Kathmandu airport for an early morning flight to Lukla (2,800m) a gateway destination from where our trek begins. After the breathtaking green and white mountains flight, we reach the Tenzing-Hillary Airport at Lukla. This is one of the most beautiful air routes in the world culminating in a dramatic landing on a hillside surrounded by high mountains peaks. Upon arrival at Lukla, we meet our other crew members and after some packing and arrangements, we start our first adventure trek through the Sherpa villages Lukla until we reach Phakding.  On the way we pass many ethical village Chauri Kharka, Thado Koshi and Ghat. Overnight in Phakding village on mountain lodge/guest house. B/L/D.

Day 04: Phakding - Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,280 ft): 5 - 6 hrs
Walking through a beautiful pine forest and villages, the track leads us along the Dudh Koshi River through many suspension bridges,  one of which is the famous Hillary Suspension Bridge. First, we catch wonderful prospect of the glistening Mt. Thamserku (6618 m). Through the settlement of Benkar, Chumoa, Monjo, we come to the check post and entrance to Sagarmatha National Park. We pass through the last village of Jorsale before reaching Namche Bazaar. The trail climbs through the forests and bridges until we reach the confluence of the Dudh Koshi and  Thame rivers. After a final steep ascent of about two hours we get first sight of Mt. Everest peering over the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge. After anoth Namche Bazaar, a gateway to Mt. Everest and main trading centre of this region. Continue walk another hour we reach Namche Bazaar. overnight in Namche Bazaar on Sherpa  families Guest house. B/L/D.

Day 05: Namche Bazaar: Rest day
This is the first of the two days set aside for "acclimatization". We spend the day hike to visiting Khunde Khumjung village via Everest View Hotel and World Highest elevation airport Syangobche  or relaxing and exploring Namche Bazaar itself. Namche Bazzar is the main centre of the Gateway of Mt. Everest (Khumbu) region and has government offices, ATMs, Internet cafes, shops, restaurants, a bakery and a colorful market each Friday evening and Saturday. Our guides take us near the headquarter of the Sagarmatha National Park where we can observe an assortment of things related to the first Everest ascenders, Sherpa culture and learn about the various plant and animal life of the Everest region. Sherpa Guest House stay. B/L/D.

Day 06: Hike Namche Bazzar to Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft): 5 - 6 hrs
Today is Everest Panorama hiking day with the very mountain view. Enjoying superb view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam and close up view of Thamserku along the Everest Panorama trail. Our trek follows more or less smooth trail with few ups and downs which will not bother us as the magnificent view of the Himalayas keeps our company all through the journey. Along the way, we can spot wildlife musk deer, a herd of Himalayan Thar and multicolored pheasants. The trail goes gradually down up to Kayangjuma. The path eventually reaches Sansa, which is the major trail junction to Gokyo valley and Everest Base Camp. The track then follows through the pine forests and after we cross the prayer flags festooned bridge over the Dudh Koshi River, we reach Phunki Thenga, a small settlement with a couple of teahouses and a small army post amidst the alpine woods. After having a relaxed lunch at Phunki Thenga, we climb through the pine forests before we reach Tengboche that take about 2 to 3 hours. Tengboche is a great place for close up views of Mt Ama Dablam, Mt Nuptse, and Mt Everest, and it has the biggest Buddhist Monastery of the Khumbu region. Afternoon relax and around the Monastery with excellent Everest sunset view. B/L/D.

Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300ft): 5 - 6 hrs
With mountains at its backdrop, the monastery at Tengboche looks more spectacular in the morning. We pass through several Chortens and Mani walls and small villages and visit the nunnery monastery in Digboche village just 30 minutes down walks from Tyangboche. After easy walk and cross the Imja river the trail is quite steep. Another hour hike we reach Famous  Mt. Everest Submitter village Pangboche, where you can have Giant view of Mt. Ama Dablam.  After another  hour hike we reach Somare small sattlement for lunch.  Than continue walk to Dingboche that take another 2 to 3 hours. In the afternoon, we walk  around the village and small hill for  north face of Mt Ama Dablam. Stay on Sherpa family owned guest house. B/L/D.

Day 08: Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300ft): Rest Day
We spend our second day of acclimatization at Dingboche. A refreshing breakfast while admiring a looming Ama Dablam (6856m/ 22493 ft) to the south is really fantastic. We just take easy and climb the ridge on the north behind the village. This will be an ideal acclimatizing excursion. We can see three of the world's six highest peaks, Mt Lhotse, Mt Makalu and Mt Cho Yu. To the west, loom the towering peaks of Cholatse (6440 m/21,126 ft) and Taboche (6542 m/ 21,463 ft). As we look northwest, we see an array of peaks rising at the head of the Khumbu Khola valley. The Lobuche West and Lobuche East peaks are most dominant along with Lhotse which stands over 8500 meters (8501m/27, 890 ft).  Stay at Guest House. B/L/D.

Day 09: Dingboche - Lobuche (4940 m/16,207 ft):  4 - 5 hrs.
Enter the Khumbu Glacier.  Today we walk alpine grass land with panoramic view of Mt. Nuptse, Lobuje East and Center, Pumori , Khumbutse and ridge of Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam and Tawache till before Thugla within 2 hours. Steep up walking up to the  chukpi hill take another hour. The hill just end of the Khumbu Glacier and it offer panoramic view ofHigh mountain with lots of prayer flags. The hill called memory hill to. Most of Famous  Mt. Everest Climber who  lost in their expedition in Everest and other mountains in khumbu valley here you can figure out their memory stuppa including  famous climber Scoot Fisher and Babu Chiri Sherpa and more. After the hill enter the lobuche river valley another hour walk you reach Lobuche. During the walk, cross yaks caravan and small river glacial river form Khumbu Glacier. Afternoon explore around. B/L.D.

10. Day:
Lobuche - Gorak Shep (5,170 m/16,961ft) - Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,594ft  8 - 9 hrs
This is our most important day during our trek. You gone visit Everest Base camp or highest point of trekking Kala Patthar where you can have panoramic and stunning view of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Khumbu Glacier, Mt. Pumori and other himalayan range.  After 4 hours bustling walk you reach gorek sheap, stop for lunch in guest house. After that hike to Everest Base Camp along the ridge of khumbu glacier, pass some of memories stones, the hiking trail is quite sleeper on the loose stones and sends. Need small up and down your reach base camp. The khumbu ice blocks are so near to you and some time you will see some ice cracking sound with avalanche  walk and back guest house it take another 4 hours. Longest day of Everest Adventure. about 8 to 9 hours hiking. Sleep in highest elevation 5363m.  

Day 11: Gorak Shep - Kala Patthar (5545m/18,192ft)- Pheriche (4280 m/14,070 ft): 8 - 9 hrs
Today is the climax of our trip to the highest assent of Everest Base camp Trek.  We start early in the morning to catch the dramatic views from Kala Patthar and witness the first light of day caress the peaks of the mountains, particularly, Mt. Everest. However, we need to be prepared for an early morning departure in cold weather to see great  peaks such as Lingtren, Khumbutse, Changtse tower to the east even as Everest begins to reveal itself. During the ascent to Kala Patthar, we can pause to catch breath at several outstanding view points from where we can snap great pictures. After that down back to Gorak shep we will have breakfast. Then slowly walk down to Lobuche and  walk to Phariche take another 5 hours.  Stay at comfortable guest house with hot shower. B/L/D.

Day 12: Pheriche to Kyangjuma (3,570m/11,710ft): 5 - 6 hrs
Just after start of our trek, we cross Khumbu Khola (stream). Following the main Everest trail down the beautifully scenic valley, we pass through the villages of Tsuro Wog, Orsho, Shomare and reach Pangboche at the base of Ama Dablam.  After village, cross the first bridge over Dudh Koshi on our return trip at Kyangjuma . On the trail we pass finally Tyangboche Monastery and lusting downhill to Phunge Thanga. Cross suspension bridge and walking about 2 hours uphill along the pine forest we reach at guest house.  Dramatic sunshine mountain view from hotel like Ama-dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse and Everest.  Great possibilities to see Sunset to the summit of mount everest. Local guest house. B/L/D.

Day 13: Kyangjuma to Monjo [2,840m/9,315ft]: 4 - 5 hrs
The trail to Namche Bazar is one of most rewarding part of Everest trek. We lookout for wildlife such as mountain goats, snow leopards, and colorful pheasants while passing through the forest by the trail. We have enough time in Namche to shop and relax in a bakery that serves coffee and cakes, and provides Internet access. A steep descent from Namche Hill leads to the suspension bridge crossing the Dudh Kosi river (Hillary Bridge)  near the confluence of the Dhudh Koshi and the Bhote Koshi Rivers. We cross the Dudh Koshi River twice at separate locations before reaching Monjo. We exit from the Sagarmatha National Park just before reaching  Monjo and finally reach Monjo Village. Not only is Monjo a quieter place to stay than Namche, it also means our porters have a less strenuous walk back to Lukla tomorrow. Everest summit guest house run by everest climber. B/L/D.

Day 14: Monjo to Lukla: 4 - 5 hrs
Today we enjoy the last walk at lower altitude in the Everest region. Most tracks today is easy  although we will climb some part before reaching Lukla.   We cross the Dhud Koshi River three times through the prayer flags strewn suspension bridges and also cross one of its tributary, Thado Koshi once. The final ascent of about 45 minutes from Chheplung takes us to Lukla, where we end our adventure hike and say god bye to our support crew. Farewell dinner with all support crew in Buddha Guest House and Accommodation. B/L/D.

Day 15: Lukla - Kathmandu and shopping.
Today morning, after breakfast,  fly back to Kathmandu after our long mountain journey. The early morning flight drops us in Kathmandu. Rest and relax throughout the day at hotel. If we get interested to take some gifts home from Nepal for friends and relatives, you can visit to some nearby shops or venture out in Thamel for typical Nepalese goods. This short excursion either can be assisted by your guides or you can do it ourselves too.  Hotel B/-/D.

Day 16: Guided tour in Kathmandu and Free.
Easy
Morning relax, Half day Kathmandu encounter tour by guide,  Visit Boudhanath Stuppa, the biggest Buddhist stuppa in world and Kathmandu Durbar Square, Kumari Temple (The living Goddess of Nepal) leisure shopping and free time. Evening farewell dinner with your Guide. Hotel B/B plan.

Day 17: Free and transfer to Airport.
The final day of the your adventure trip in Nepal. You can spend your free time on your style. If you have more time we can do some shopping or sightseeing. At last approximately 3 hours before our scheduled flight, a representative will  escorts you to the airport and say good bye. B/B Only.


Hotel Detail in Kathmandu:


 Three Star: Hotel Marshyangdi/Hotel Manang/ Hotel Manaslu or Similar.
Four Star: Hotel Vaishali/Hotel Shankhar/Hotel Himalaya/Hotel Royal Singhi/Hotel Sambhala or similar.
Five Star: Hotel Radisson/ Hotel Yak & Yeti/Hotel Malla or similar.

Cost Per person
Hotel Kathmandu
Minimum 2 Pax
5 to 6 pax
7 to 10 pax
Above 10 Pax.
Hotel 3 Star
1475 US$
1425 US$
1395 US$
1355 US$
Hotel 4 Star
1570 US$
1535 US$
1495 US$
1455 US$
Hotel 5 Star
1685 US$
1640 US$
1595 US$
1565 US$







Single Supplement : On Three Star :  185 US$.  On Four star : 245 US$  On 5 Star : 350 US$.


Cost Include:
All ground transport  by private as per itinerary and round flight to and from Lukla -Kathmandu.
Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu with professional city tour guide, entrance fees as per itinerary.
 Hotel in kathmandu with B/B plan on as per itinerary.
Full board Everest base camp trekking (16 Breakfast, 14 Dinner and 13 Lunch)   A English speaking guide, between 2 person 1 porter for baggage.
Guide and Porter insurance, their transport, local accommodation and food with standard daily wages as per government rules of Nepal.
Needed National Park Permit, entrance fees, TIMS  for the trek.
Emergency evacuation life saving Oxygen and mask support.
Rescue arrangement and bag store in kathmandu.

Price Excludes
Nepal visa and int'l flight.
Lunch dinner and meals as per itinerary.
All kinds of bar bills and beverages like cold drinks, hot drinks and other which not mention in itinerary.
Personal travel, emergency rescue Insurance, Nature disaster and for emergency  services on the trek.
Personal trek equipment and clothing.
Tips for Guide and all trek crew.



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