EVEREST BASE CAMP TREKKING

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. Kala Patthar is also known as black rock. Before reaching the Everest Base camp, the trail follows the Khumbu Glacier with huge ice pinnacles soaring to unbelievable height. This trek starts with an exhilarating 35 minutes mountain flight into the airstrip at Lukla. From here you trek slowly upwards to the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar, following the valley of the Dudh Kosi river. It is not long before you glimpse your 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 you find yourself high up in the heart of the Khumbu region. You visit Tengboche monastery en route before continuing on to your 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.

ITINERARY:

DAY 1

KATHMANDU ARRIVAL (1300m) 

Welcome to Kathmandu, the capital. You will be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel; here you will be formally introduced to your Guide and the activities to be enjoyed over the next few days.  We will also ask for your passport photographs and any other details required for your trek permits, at this stage.

DAY 2

KATHMANDU SIGHTSEEING

After breakfast, you start an interesting tour around Kathmandu. We will arrange a guide of your chosen language to give you a tour and introduction to our rich culture amongst our ancient and fascinating history and religion. In our sightseeing tour you go to Monkey temple Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath and Kathmandu Durbar square. Durbar Square: -This complex of palaces, courtyards and temples, built between the 12th and 18th centuries, used to be the seat of the ancient Malla kings of Kathmandu. There is an intriguing 17th century stone inscription set into the wall of the palace with writings in 15 languages. The Durbar square, protected as an UNESCO world Heritage site, is the social, religious and urban focal point of the city. There are also museums inside the palace building. There is an entrance fee of Rs.250 for foreign visitors. Your ticket to the Square entitles you to visit all the museums. Swayambhunath, situated on a hillock 6.5 kilometres west of Kathmandu, this 2000 years old Stupa is the world’s most glorious Buddhist shrine and is surrounded by several small pagodas. The main temple is capped by a pinnacle of copper gilt and is painted on the four sides with all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. Pashupatinath, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is the holiest and most famous Nepalese temple. Situated 5 kilometres northeast of Kathmandu on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River, it is an impressive pagoda style structure with gilt roof and richly carved silver doors. It has bathing and cremation ghats, which are of absorbing interest to the tourist, particularly in the mornings and on festival days.

DAY 3

KATHMANDU | LUKLA (2886m) | TREK TO PHAKDING (2652m)

Your early flight to Lukla today will take approximately 30 minutes; from here you will trek to Phakding, descending 200m over 3 hours.  You will catch a glimpse of some great mountains such as Nupla (5885m) above Kongde Ridge, Kusum Kang (6367m appears on the right a little later.  All along you will be following the northern (left) bank of the Dudh Kosi River.  It is important to take these first few days slowly to enable your body to acclimatise and to enjoy the passing scenery and culture.

DAY 4

PHAKDING | NAMCHE BAZAAR (3440m)

Today begins on level ground, relative to the environment in which you are!  You will cross the river on a high suspension bridge and begin to climb up to Monjo (2800m) and on to the gateway to the Sagamartha National Park Entrance in place to protect and preserve this beautiful environment.  There is a good rest stop on the way up where you will see people gathered, admiring the first real chance to see Everest in the distance. On the way up today you will be rewarded with views of Kusum Kangaru, Thamserku, Konde-Ri and Tawache Peak before eventually arriving at Namche after about 5 hours.

DAY 5

REST DAY | NAMCHE BAZAAR

The main aim today is to allow your body to acclimatise, it is important to drink lots of water and take some gentle exercise.  Namche is a growing town tucked into a neat little valley, there is lots going on in the centre with market days on Friday and Saturday.  There are some interesting museums and shops.  There is also internet and a sauna!  You could venture further afield, take a visit to Khumjung where the Hillary school sits and Khunde nearby, on the way back to Namche you could visit the Shyangboche airstrip, (3790m) the highest in the world nearby is the Everest View Hotel for stunning views.

DAY 6

NAMCHE BAZAAR | TENGBOCHE (3867m)

There are various trails leading out of the village of Namche, your guide will show you the most appropriate, you are most likely to enjoy excellent views of Ama Dablam and Everest amongst others along the way though.  From Sanasa trail descends to Phunki Thanga from where you have a 2 hour climb to Tengboche steeply at first but soon levels out.  You will come to a stone gate which marks the entrance to Tengboche, the religious centre of the Khumbu region.  Overall today will take approximately 5 hours.

DAY 7

TENGBOCHE | DINGBOCHE (4260m)

Another 5 hour day today as you first descend through rhododendron forests to pastures below and Deboche.  You begin to climb from the Imja Khola river with great views of Ama Dablam and Kantaga (6779m), your route is lined by chortens to Pengboche the highest year round settlement in the valley and the gompa here is the oldest in the Khumbu, home to what is believed to be the hand skull of a yeti. You soon find yourself above the tree line you will pass a few tea shops and yak herders before you reach Dingboche a beautiful patchwork of fields enclosed by stone walls.

DAY 8

REST DAY | DINGBOCHE (4260m)

Here you will enjoy outstanding mountain views, particularly the north face of Ama Dablam and Lhotse-Nuptse ridge.  There are several walk options enabling your body to acclimatise better.  Remember to drink plenty of water.

DAY 9

DINGBOCHE | LOBUCHE (4930m)

A little more than five hours today and you will travel through Periche, Dugla and enjoy fantastic views.  Lobuche is well protected from the elements.

DAY 10

LOBUCHE | EVEREST BASE CAMP via GORAKSHEP (5160m)

You will ascend gently to begin with today through lovely pasture lands; you will then follow the rocky moraine path with views of the Khumbu Glacier.  Gorakshep is on a flat field below Kala Pattar (5545m) and My Pumori (7145m), it is the original Everest Base Camp.   A good spot for lunch after 2/3 hours walk, following lunch you can continue up to the present Base Camp.

DAY 11

GORAKSHEP | KALA PATTAR (5545m) and return to PHERICHE (4243m)

Sunrise from the top of Kala Pattar is quite spectacular, it is a hard climb of one or two hours but you can see the West face of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and more.  Returning to Periche, the windy town, there is a Himalayan Rescue Association Aid Post should anybody need assistance staffed by International volunteer doctors.

DAY 12

PERICHE | TENGBOCHE (3867m)

This morning you may be interested to visit the Nagkartshang gompa before descending to Tengboche a journey of around 4 hours.

DAY 13

TENGBOCHE | NAMCHE BAZAAR (3440m)

Mostly down hill today it will take you 4 to 5 hours, there is a steep climb for about an hour before you encounter the scenic walk back into Namche.  From Khumjung you can pass through Khunde where you may enjoy a visit to the little monastery if you haven’t already.

DAY 14

NAMCHE BAZAAR | LUKLA (2886 m)

A four hour walk today descending steeply for the first half then on to Phakding, where you will spend the night.This is your final day trekking; it will take you around 3 hours more to Lukla from Phakding.  This evening you will have a farewell ceremony with your guides and porters where you will be able to sample some Chang and try some Sherpa dancing.

DAY 15

LUKLA | KATHMANDU

You will be on an early flight back this morning, on arrival in Kathmandu you will be met and taken to your hotel.

DAY 16

KATHMANDU

Enjoy a day exploring some of the quieter streets of Kathmandu, stocking up on souvenirs and presents for those back home.  This evening you have a farewell dinner, you will be picked up in good time.

DAY 17

DEPARTURE

You will be met at your hotel and taken to the airport in good time to meet your flight home.

END OF TOURS

PRICE PER PERSON IN MYR (GROUND ONLY)

COST  INCLUDED:

• Airport Pick up & Drop of Transportation by private vehicle
• Two bed accommodation at Kathmandu in 3 stars hotel with breakfast
• Sightseeing in Kathmandu Escorted with English Speaking Guide, private transportation & Entrance fee
• Kathmandu /Lukla/ Kathmandu flight
• Accommodation in tea house during trek
• Meals (Breakfast, lunch, dinner) in trekking
• Sleeping bag
• Everest trekking map for group
• All necessary paper work & Permits
• National Park Fee
• All cost for a our staff (A First Aid and Eco trained & Government licensed holder English Speaking guide and one Porter between each 2 members while on trek)
• Travel & Rescue arrangement
• All government taxes
• Farewell dinner.

COST  EXCLUDED:

• International Airfare
• Nepal Visa fee (US$ 40 per person for 30 days)
• Domestic Airport Departure taxes Rs 200/Excess baggage charges
• Lunch/Dinner in Kathmandu
• Soft/hard drinks
• Tips, any expenses of personal nature, client's insurance
• Personal gears & clothing
• Medical evacuation in case of emergency
• Expenses incurred due to mishaps, landslide, strikes, political unrest etc. In such case extra will be charged as per actual
• Travel Insurance
• Any item not mentioned

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