Nowhere in the world is more spectacular than
in the Everest region. It is where four of the world's six tallest peaks Mt.
Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, and Cho Oyu rise above everything else,
crowning the towering ridges that straddle the forbidding Himalayans. 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 Sherpas). 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.
Day 1
Kathmandu at arrival
Arrive at Kathmandu, Tribhuvan International
Airport, and Adventure Himalayan representative will pick you up and transfer
to your hotel. After refreshment, you will be short briefed about your tour by
our guide or tour leader. If you have any questions or doubts about your
trip should be asked and clarified at this time. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 2
Fly From Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m) and Trek to Phakding (2640m)
Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m.) which takes
approximately 30 minutes and trek from Lukla to Phakding (2640m.) which takes
three hours. You transfer to the domestic airport for your flight to Lukla. It
is a small town with an airport. There are few tea shops, lodges, hotels and
general stores. You begin today’s trek from Lukla following a gentle climb up
the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi. Nupla (5885m) can be seen
in the distance on the opposite bank, is a peak atop the Kongde Ridge. You
descend a mountainside path that merges into your route to Everest, with views
to a valley to your right; and at its far end, Kusum Kang (6367m.) The Dudh
Kosi approaches as you pass a Mani wall and arrive at Ghat teahouse. You
continue along a small path with many climbs and descents following the left
bank of Dudh Koshi to Phakding. Overnight in Trekking Lodges
Day 3
Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440 m.) which takes about five
hours. This day you trek and cross the river on high suspension bridges. Beyond
Monjo (2800m.) is the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park which was set-up
in order to protect and preserve this fragile mountain environment. You then
ascend quite steeply to Namche and along the way, if the weather is clear,
catch a first glimpse of Mt Everest in the distance. You can also enjoy the
view of Mt. Kusum Kangaru, Thamserku, Konde-Ri and Tawache peak. You can also
visit some of the village monasteries on the way of trekking to Namche Bazaar
(3440 m.). Namche is the main trading village in the Khumbu region and holds a
busy Saturday market. There is set a meeting place for the Hindu traders from
the lowlands and the Tibetan yak caravans that have reached there by crossing
the glaciated Nangpa La. Overnight in Trekking Lodges
Day 4
Rest at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization
Rest at Namche Bazar for acclimatization and excursion
around the places. Namche is tucked away between two ridges amidst the giant
peaks of the Khumbu and has an abundance of lodges, tea shops and souvenir
shops as well as a magnificent outlook. It is an ideal place to spend a rest
day for acclimatization at the high altitude before heading off towards
Tyangboche. For the acclimatization you walk up to Khunde Hospital which was
set-up by Sir Edmund Hillary, or an hour walk up to the Tyangboche (3800m.)
where Everest View Hotel is situated above Namche for the outstanding view of
Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. There are
also good views from the National Park Centre and Museum just above the town.
Overnight in Trekking Lodges
Day 5
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3867 M)
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche which takes
about five hours. Leaving the village you climb to the top of a ridge and level
mountain path that offers an excellent panorama of Thamserku, Kantega, and
Kusum Kangrib. After a gentle descent the mountain path ends; you will come to
the fork leading to Gokyo. You descend past two tea houses through the village
of Trashinga. It is a long climb to Tyangboche; the first half is especially
steep. As you trek through the forested zone, the incline eases and a panoramic
view of Everest, Lotse, Nuptse and Ama Dablam appears. You continue climbing
the mountainside diagonally until you reach to the stone gate built by lamas
which marks your entry into Tyangboche (3860m). You spend the night at the
lodge
Day 6
Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4260 M)
Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche which takes
approximately five hours. Now you leave Tyangboche and the Khumbu mountains as
a backdrop-and descend a rhododendron covered area to come at a pleasant level
area. Ascend the mountain path while looking up at Ama Dablam and Kantega
(6779m) as they appear on the opposite bank. Climb the chorten-lined route,
come to a fork, the upper path passes Pangboche and a monastery, take the lower
route to Pangboche Olin and its stone wall-enclosed potato field. Go through
the village and cross a stream to a path skirting a rocky area to terraced
hills along the riverbank. The trails climb gently winding above the Imjatse
River, to a big Mani Stupa. From here, the walk is fairly moderate as you enter
the Imjatse Valley beneath the mighty peaks of Ama Dablam, Nuptse and Lhotse
with views of the eastern snow capped mountains including the Island Peak or
Imjatse (6,189m). Dingboche is a beautiful patchwork of fields enclosed by
stone walls protecting the crops of barley, buckwheat and potatoes from the
cold winds and grazing animals. You can stay overnight at a lodge.
Day 7
Rest day at Dingboche (4260 M) for acclimatization
You rest at Dingboche for acclimatization. There are
some outstanding views of the North face of Ama Dablam and the Lhotse-Nuptse
ridge as you explore this beautiful valley that leads up to Island Peak. From
here you can enjoy the breathtaking view of Island peak, Ama Dablaml, Makalu,
Tawoche peak and others. You can stay overnight at a lodge.
Day 8
Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4930 M)
Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche which
takes about five and half hours. The trek follows a downward path to Pheriche
village. Today's walk offers views of the Mt.Tawache, Ama Dablam and to the
north-Pokalde (5741m), Kongma-tse (5820m) and the great wall of Nuptse. After
two hours walk, the trail from Pheriche joins near Dugla (4595m) before a small
wooden bridge over the river of Khumbu glacier. After a short break at Dugla,
continue trekking up to Lobuche, hidden and sheltered from the wind. You can
stay overnight at a lodge.
Day 9
Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep (5180 M)
Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5486m.) via
Gorakshep (5180m.) which takes about seven hours. Climb up the valley following
the rocky moraine path, view icy glacial ponds and icebergs down below of the
Khumbu glacier. After the last rocky moraine dunes, a short downhill walk
brings you to Gorakshep, the flat field below Kala Patthar (5545m) and Mt.
Pumori (7145m.) Gorakshep is the location of the original Everest Base Camp
with the new camp being further up the valley. Now the trail winds through a
rocky path and the Khumbu glacier. After some moments, you retrace your steps
back passing through the Khumbu glacier with panoramic views of Lobuche,
Cholatse, Mt. Pumori and Tabuche. You can stay overnight at a lodge.
Day 10
Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patther (5545M) & Pheriche (4243 M)
You take an early morning climb to Kala Patthar
(5545m.) and enjoy the breathtaking view of sunrise. From Kala Patthar you can
have a glimpse of Mt. Everest and many other mountain peaks like Mt. Pumori,
Mt. Lingtren, Mt. Khumbetse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt.
Thamserku and many more peaks. Also here is the Himalayan Rescue Association
Aid Post and foreign volunteer doctors are available here most time of the year
to provide medical treatment to trekkers as well as the local people. You can stay
overnight at a lodge.
Day 11
Trek from Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar (3440 M)
Trek from Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar which takes
about four and half hours. The walk from Tyangboche is mostly downhill on the
main busy trail with a few steep climbs for an hour from the bridge at
Phungitenga, near to Shanasha. The walk to Namche is very beautiful on a long
winding path. On the way you will visit traditional villages of Khumjung and Khunde.
From Khumjung village another 30 minutes walk brings you to the village of
Khunde, where you can visit the Khunde Hospital funded by Sir Edmund Hillary
Trust. After Khunde, a scenic and pleasant walk brings you to Namche for an
overnight stay.
Day 12
Trek from Namche Bazar to Lukla (2886 M)
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla and it takes about
five hours. The last day of your trek leads from Namche Bazaar via Monjo to
Lukla. En route you can have great views of mountains and picturesque scenery.
The trek is pleasant, except for few short uphill climbs and then down to the
Bhote-Koshi River crossing it three times. This last evening in the mountains
is the best opportunity to organize a farewell party with the Sherpa guides and
porters, taste chhang (a purely brewed local beer very popular on the mountains
of Nepal) and do a jig to a Sherpa dance. You can stay overnight at a lodge.
Day 13
Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu which takes 30 minutes on
returning after the breathtaking experience. You can stay overnight at a Hotel.
After breakfast you have some free time until to leave
the international airport for your final departure.
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