Everest Base Camp Trek (18 Days)

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18 Days

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Highest Altitude : 5643 m (Kalapatthar)

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Min People : 2

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Difficulty : Moderate to Extraneous

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Best Season : Mar-May | Sep-Nov

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Tour Details

Nowhere in the world is more spectacular than in the Everest region. It is where four of the worlds 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.

Summit Adventures 18-day Everest Base Camp Trek begins with exploring temples, shrines, bazaars and restaurants in the capital city of Kathmandu. The following day we take a flight to Hillary Airport at Lukla, which is itself a breathtaking experience as we get a bird’s-eye view of the entire Himalayan range. The same day, Summit Adventures escorts us on a trek around Sagarmatha National Park and through the colorful surrounding landscapes, Gompas and monasteries enclosed by the soaring peaks. Next will be a steep ascent to Namche Bazaar, the capital of Sherpas, where spectacular mountain vistas greet us. The two days’ rest at Namche is important not just because it gives our body the time it needs to acclimatize, but also because we get a chance to stroll around the village that is home to legendary Sherpas and get acquainted with their culture and monasteries. As we pass through rocky trails, the crisp mountain air, the sprightly pine and fir forests, the gurgling glacial rivers, and the views of Everest and other mighty mountains begin to look more familiar and friendly every day. We continue our journey to reach the famous vantage point, Kala Patthar, from where we get a marvelous 360-degree panoramic view of the world’s tallest mountains. Having completed our mission to reach the Everest Base Camp, we descend to Lukla and take a return flight to Kathmandu.

The 18-Day Everest Base camp itinerary is actually designed for novice trekkers who are in good health with normal physical fitness. Summit Adventures itinerary would be ideal if we are young, energetic, physically fit and have a limited amount of time.

Kathmandu (Google Map)

Arrival and Departure transfer to International and Domestic Airport by Private Coach.

03 Nights Accommodation at Kathmandu at Deluxe Category Hotel in Thamel with all meals.

Kathmandu City Sightseeing.

Kathmandu / Lukla / Kathmandu Airfare.

10 Days Trekking with English and Hindi Speaking Guide & 1 Porter for each 2-Persons Trekkers.

Accommodation during the trekking the best available guest house or trekkers’ lodges.

Three meals in a day with afternoon tea or coffee during the trekking period.

Gorakhshep to Lukla by Heli Lift.

Sagarmatha National Park Fees and TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System).

All related insurance of guide & porters.

Domestic airport taxes at Kathmandu and Lukla.

All related taxes and service charges.

Journey up to Kathmandu & from Kathmandu.

Transit food in Air jorney.

Excess baggage charges.

Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary

Travel and rescue insurance.

Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc)

Tips for guides and porters

The Trekking Group

GST 5% Applicable on Total Billing.

BRING THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WITH YOU:

Woolen gloves, Balaclava, Sun hat, Thermal wear, Water bottle, Woolen socks, Towel, Light Jacket, Down-Jacket, Sunglasses, Sun and cold cream, Torch with extra batteries / bulbs, Raincoat, Paper Soap, Sweater, Shirt / T-shirt, Trekking shoes, trekking stick, flip- flop, persons medicines and bandages ETC – as required.

We will endeavor to make your program smooth and as pleasant as possible. However, the entire programs of trekking are on the ranges of great mountains. Therefore, Summit Adventures shall not be responsible for any changes in the itineraries due to unavoidable circumstance and natural disasters such as landslide, road blockage, flood, snowing, cancellation of flight and delay, any types of sickness including altitude sickness. Any extra cost including there shall be borne by trekkers themselves.

Full trekking and travel insurance coverage for medicine, rescue evacuation, lost of belongs, and trip cancellation is strongly recommended. We recommend purchasing insurance policy with reliable company which most cover the emergency medical evacuation.

Company travel diary and pen
Down jacket in returnable basis
Duffal bag for luggage

NOTES

While Heli lifting from Gorakhshep:

Helicopter can take up only 3 persons from Gorakhshep and 5 persons from Pheriche. Will complete the shifting from Gorakhshep to Pheriche 3 persons in a helicopter base and will shift down from Pheriche to Lukla 5 persons in a helicopter base.

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Itinerary

DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU (1,350M/4,428FT)

Arrive at KATHMANDU Airport. After landing at the Tribhuvan
International Airport, we will be greeted by a representative of Summit
Adventures who will drop us off at our hotel. We then check-in at the hotel,
freshen up and take a rest. In the evening a welcome dinner. Overnight in
Kathmandu.
Included Meals: Dinner

DAY 02: KATHMANDU: SIGHTSEEING AND TREK PREPARATION

Today after breakfast we 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 sacred Hindu temple of
Pashupatinath Nath & famous (Swayambhunath) and Buddhists shrine
(BouddhaNath) which is one of the large Stupas in the world. At the noon,
there will be a pre-trip discussion where we can meet our trek leader.
Summit Adventures briefs us regarding our trek as well as provides us
opportunity to ask any questions we may have regarding our upcoming
adventure. Overnight at Kathmandu.
Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

DAY 03 : KATHMANDU TO PHAPLU DRIVE (2410 M) -8 TO 9 HOURS

After early breakfast in hotel, drive to Phaplu (district headquarter of Solukhumbu District). On the way, stop for the lunch in Ghurmi. The way connects local lifestyle of Nepal with small settlements of villages. The narrow and round road feel you an adventure drive up to Phaplu. Reached Phaplu and overnight stay at trekkers lodge.

Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

DAY 04 : PHAPLU TO TAKSINDU(2960M) -7 HOURS

Today is the first day of the trekking. After breakfast, our trekking start from PlapluGau (Village). Dusty and some wet roads with small settlements of Sherpa community and green denseforest with small water springs make the trip excitements. For lunch, we reach to Ringmu. After lunch, climb 2 hours upwards road and downwards half an hour to reach our today destination, Taksindu. Overnight stay at Trekkers lodge.

Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

DAY 05: TAKSINDU TO KHARIKHOLA (2040 M) -7 HOURS

The first phase of the trekking pathsteps down to DudkoshiRiver. After cross the bridge, short climb leads us to Jubhing village about 4 hours. After lunch in Jubhing village we continue our trek to Khari khola. From Jubhing the way is stony step up about 3 hours to Khari Khola. Overnight stay at trekkers lodge.

Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

DAY 06 : KHARIKHOLA TO PAIYA (2730 M) - 6 HOURS

After breakfast in Kharikola, the trek begins with crossing bridge of KhariKhola. Trek about 4-hour upwards to Thamdanda for lunch. After lunch and some rest, trek continues to zig- zag way passing from forest about 2 hours to reach to Paiya. Overnight stay at trekkers lodge.

Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

DAY 07: PAIYA TO CHEPLUNG 05 TO 06 HRS. TREK

This segment of the trek includes the famous descent to the Dudh-Koshi River and the equally famous ascent along the rhododendron forests to Tengboche. While descending to Dudh Kish River, we enjoy the views of mountain tops like Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde and so on. Upon reaching Tengboche, we visit Tengboche monastery-the largest monastery in the region and soak in the views of Everest, Ama Dablam and other peaks. Overnight in Tengboche.

Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

DAY 08: CHEPLUNG VILLAGE TO MONJO (2,835M/9,301FT) 09KM, 2 - 3 HOURS

Our trail passes through a pine forest and we continue our walk on the trail that goes up north through the Benkar valley. We cross Dudh Koshi River and pass Chumoa and then we reach at Monjo village. Overnight stay at Monjo.
Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

DAY 09: MONJO TO NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440M/11,280 FT): 11KM, 6 - 7 HOURS

Walking through a beautiful pine forest, 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 Banker, 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 Kosi and Bhote Kosi rivers. After a final steep ascent of about two hours we get first sight of Mt. Everest peering over the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge. Upon this juncture, we stop at Chauthara to admire the view. We still need to hike about 1.5 hours to reach Namche Bazaar, a gateway to Mt. Everest, capitol of Sherpa and main trading centre of Khumbu region. We stay overnight in Namche Bazaar at Tea House.Peak.