Raya Tours and Travels Pvt. Ltd

Duration
19Days

Activity
Trekking

Destination
Everest Base Camp/Kala Patthar

Max Altitude
5360M

Trip Starts
Kathmandu

Trip Ends
Kathmandu

Overview

An Everest trek involves a tremendous amount of up-and-down walking. All the rivers in this part of Nepal flow south form Himalayan glaciers, but the trek route proceeds east. Therefore the trail must climb to the ridge that separates two rivers, descended to the river itself, and ascend the next ridge. Even though the trek begins at an elevation of 1860m, on the sixth day it crosses the Dudh Kosi at only 1500m – after considerable uphill climbing, it will come to almost 9000m of elevation to Everest base camp. The Nepal Himalayas are best seen on this trek as one traces the main route through the Khumbu region from the Sherpa town of Namche Bazaar. The trekkers get a close view of the world's greater mountains, Everest and others.

Itinerary

Day 2: Kathmandu Cultural Tour

Breakfast at the hotel in Kathmandu Visit to Pashupati Nath Temple – Hindu Cremation, Hindu Sadhu Cultural tour in the Bouddha Nath Stupa – Buddhist Monks, Tibetan living style Sightseeing at Swoyambhu Nath Temple - Monkey Temple Visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square - Kasta Mandap, Kumari (Virgin Goddess) House, Overnight at the Hotel in Kathmandu

Day 3: Kathmandu/Lukla

Pick up from the hotel and transfer to Domestic Airport Flight to Lukla (2880m; 30 minutes) Trek to Phakding (2652 m; 3 hrs) Overnight at Phakding The flight features the snowline of the Himalayan Range in the north and the rugged landing in the lukla airport is said to be one of the most spectacular flight in the world. After a short break the trek starts by following the trial leading to the northwest direction, which ultimately descends to the river at Phakding (2652m)

Day 4: Phakding/Namche Bazaar (6 hrs)

Trek to Jorsale (2805 m; 3 hrs) Lunch at Jorsale Trek to Namche Bazaar (3447 m; 3 hrs) The trail follows the Bhote Koshi through the forest and pasture land, along the valley dotted small Sherpa settlements. Cross the Bhote Koshi and climb steeply, along switching back trail, lies the large Sherpa village of Namche Bazaar. Near half way point, view of Everest (8848 m) and Lhotse (8511 m) come into sight. This prosperous town is largest in Khumbu. Mt. Thamserku ( 6648 m) and Kwangde Ri (6624 m) loom along the east and west of the village. The sacred mountain Khumbila (5707 m) dominates the skyline along the west

Day 6: Namche Bazaar/Tengboche (3867m; 6 hrs)

Trek to Kyangjuma (3 hrs) Lunch at Kyangjuma Trek to Tengboche (3 hrs) Having been consistently at high altitude above 4200m most trekkers welcome the thought of returning to warmer, softer climbs and the days walk to Tengboche is a delightful way of doing so. The route starts back to Dingboche and through the long walled paths of the village, and a gradual ascent along the flanks of the hills below the village before a steep drop to the Dodh Koshi. A little further the route joins the main trail coming from Pheriche. The route then passes through the village of Pangboche(3985m). Out here the Scalp of the Yeti which traveled the world in the 60's is housed in the monastery high on the hill side. The monastery lies more on the route to Phortse and is not easily reached from the lower trail. A spectacular little bridge over the river leads into the fir and rhododendron forest and a lovely afternoon's walk with a short climb before reaching Tengboche.

Day 7: Tengboche/Pheriche (4240m; 6 hrs)

Trek to Pangboche (3989 m; 3 hrs) Lunch at Pangboche Trek to Pheriche (3 hrs) The trail is a short, steep and muddy descent to Devuche through a forest of briches, conifers and rhododendrons. The trails goes up to the left, through the front yards of a few herders’ huts, over a stone wall and climbs a small ridge before descending to Khumbu Khola, crossing it on a wooden bridge. From the bridge it is a 10 minute walk, usually in the wind to Pheriche. Pheriche is windier, and hence feels colder, than most places in Khumbu.A trekkers’ aid post operates at Pheriche, supported by the Himalayan Rescue Association and Tokyo Medical College. A western physician is usually in attendance during the trekking season. This establishment, and the doctors who operates it, specialise in the study and treatment of altitude sickness and strive to educate trekkers in the dangers of too fast an ascent to high altitudes.

Day 9: Pheriche/Lobuche (4931m; 6 hrs)

Trek to Duglha (4620 m; 3 hrs) Lunch at Duglha Trek to Lobuche (3 hrs) An ill- defined track traverses across to join the main trail coming up from Pheriche. On the way you can watch the beautiful view of the Mt. Cholatese (6442m) back on the west side of the route. A steep ascend leads to the terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. The stark and the rugged beauty create almost a moonscape. The campsite at Lobuche is situated at the wind swept valley with the enchanting views of the Tawatse (6501m) and Nuptse (7855m).

Day 10: Lobuche/Gorak Shep (5160m; 5 hrs)

This was the base camp for the 1952 Swiss Everest expedition. In 1953 the British Everest expedition called this “lake camp’ frozen and several. Gorak Shep has a small lake that is usually frozen and several monuments to climbers who have died during various Everest expeditions. The carved stone in memory of Jake Britenbach of the 1963 US expedition and the monument of Indian Ambassador H Dayal, who died during a visit to base camp after the 1965 Indian expedition, are north-east of the lake.

Day 11: Gorak Shep/Everest Base Camp (5360m; 6 hrs)

Everest base camp is not actually a specific site. Various expeditions have selected different locations for a semi-permanent camp during their assault on the mountain. Some of the sites that expeditions have used as base camps are identifiable form debris on the glacier at 5360m or more. The trip to base camp, while fascinating, is not spectacular as the ascent of Kala Patthar because there is no view of Everest itself from base camp.

Day 13: Dingboche (4350 m)

The route passing through the moraines gradually loses altitude before reaching the windswept village of Pheriche. Here, the Himalayan Rescue Association (HRA) has its Aid Post. A climb over the ridge past Chortens and Main walls you reach the Chukung valley and the prosperous village of Dingboche. This village with their own irrigation scheme is probably the place at highest altitude to grow crops.

Day 14: Tengboche (3867m; 6 hrs)

Having been consistently at high altitude above 4200m most trekkers welcome the thought of returning to warmer, softer climbs and the days walk to Thyangboche is a delightful way of doing so. The route starts back to Dingboche and through the long walled paths of the village, and a gradual ascent along the flanks of the hills below the village before a steep drop to the Dodh Koshi. A little further the route joins the main trail coming from Pheriche. The route then passes through the village of Pangboche(3985m). Out here the Scalp of the Yeti which traveled the world in the 60's is housed in the monastery high on the hillside. The monastery lies more on the route to Phortse and is not easily reached from the lower trail. A spectacular little bridge over the river leads into the fir and rhododendron forest and a lovely afternoon's walk with a short climb before reaching Thyangboche. It is a classic setting with superb views back up the valley to the Ama Dablam, and the Everest poking its south west face over the huge ridgeline linking Nuptse and the Lhotse. At the rear is the beautiful west face of the Tamserku (6608m) and Kang Taiga (6685m).

Day 15: Namche Bazaar

The decent to the Imja Khola and the small village of Phunki (3250m) with its water powered Prayer Wheels takes about one and half hour. The original bridge built by Sir Edmund Hillary was washed away when a flood caused by the land side from the Ama Dablam caused a flooding in this region. Cross the river over the smaller bridge and start the climb towards Khumjung. As the gradient lessens there are many beautiful lunch spots. After lunch start the trek towards Namche by following the path round the eastern flanks of the hills. At the rear is the beautiful west face of the Thamserku (6608m) and Kang Taiga (6685m).

Cost Includes

1. The round trip flight from Kathmandu - Lukla
2. Client's lodging in the dormitories or as available at lodges/tea house
3. Accommodation with B/B plan in the hotels in Kathmandu
4. Airport pick up and drop in Kathmandu
5. Basic meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) at the Lodges/Tea Houses during trekking
6. Trekking permit & conservation fees
7. National Park entrance fee
8. 12 kilos baggage allowance per client on trek
9. necessary down jacket and sleeping bag for each client
10. Maps and documents
11. Trekking support crew including a guide and porters (1 porter for every two trekkers)

Cost Excludes

All personal expenses like telephone calls, tips, shopping, laundry, cold/hard drinks etc.
Personal call from mobile phones, there will be charge as per the use.
Any extra services such as extra vehicle / hotel nights / sightseeing tours than mentioned in the itinerary.
Service which are not mentioned above in inclusion part.

EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK

Overview

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

Day 2: Kathmandu Cultural Tour

Day 3: Kathmandu/Lukla

Day 4: Phakding/Namche Bazaar (6 hrs)

Day 5: Namche Bazzar – Rest day for acclimatization

Day 6: Namche Bazaar/Tengboche (3867m; 6 hrs)

Day 7: Tengboche/Pheriche (4240m; 6 hrs)

Day 8: Pheriche – Rest day for acclimatization

Day 9: Pheriche/Lobuche (4931m; 6 hrs)

Day 10: Lobuche/Gorak Shep (5160m; 5 hrs)

Day 11: Gorak Shep/Everest Base Camp (5360m; 6 hrs)

Day 12: Rest day in Everest Bast Camp

Day 13: Dingboche (4350 m)

Day 14: Tengboche (3867m; 6 hrs)

Day 15: Namche Bazaar

Day 16: Lukla

Day 17: Lukla/Kathmandu

Day 18: Rest day in Kathmandu

Day 19: Final Departure

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