Hey Mates, get ready to reach the Base
camp of the Top of the world, as Trek
Mates India invites you to the Everest Base camp Summer
Expedition from 8th
to 22nd April 2016
Some details about the Event:
Activity: Trekking
Type of Trek: Lodge Trek
Duration: 15 days (11 days of trekking)
Grading: Medium -Tough
Country: Nepal
Maximum Elevation: 5550m
Mount Everest is the roof of the world. Standing at 29,029 ft, it is the
highest point on the planet and is well known to command some of the most
amazing views possible to witness with the human eye. However you don't have to
go to the top to appreciate the awesome majesty imposed by this fantastic
mountain. This trek is a twelve-day hike through some of the Himalaya’s most
impressive valleys and ranges; to the base camp of the world's largest
mountain. The route passes through some of the Himalayas most stunning areas,
offering some of the most phenomenal panoramic views of Everest. There is no
need to be well-seasoned mountaineers, but it is a strenuous climb, and will
take dedication and perseverance to reach the top.
This classic walk through the Sherpa homeland of Solu-Khumbu is
strenuous high altitude trek with a clear-cut goal - to see Everest. Much to
their surprise, many people find the snout-like Everest out-ranked by peaks
like Ama Dablam and the Lhotse wall. You will encounter numerous Monasteries on
your way to the Base camp, where you can observe daily rituals and the prayers
of the Monks. Khumbu is the best region in Nepal for close-up mountain views.
You trek on the Khumbu Glacier to reach the Everest High Base Camp (5410
m) where you will spend one day and Night in the Summit expedition Tents
with Everest Summiteers.
*Photo Courtesy: All the above images are sources from internet. We do not
claim any rights over them.
This trip features 3 nights in Kathmandu and a 12-day trek to the base
of Everest. Gorak Shep is our highest camp from where we hike to Mount Everest
High Base Camp and climb Kala Pattar, the Black Rock (5550 m) where we admire
the huge South Col of Everest, the tongue of the Khumbu glacier and more than
15 spectacular Himalayan peaks. This is without doubt one of the best mountain viewpoints
of the world
Highlights
One of the
most adventure flight in the world
Scenery of
world’s most spectacular mountains
Unique
cultures and lifestyle of legendary Sherpa’s
Follow the
footsteps of renowned climbers; Tenzing Norgay Sherpa, Sir Edmund Hillary,
Discovering
some of the old and famous monasteries in the lap of the mountains
Years old
mani stone, engraved with Tibetan Buddhist prayers
Challenging
hikes to Kalapathar, Nagakarshang, and Everest Base camp.
Incredible
khumbu Glacier
Some of
the danger glacial lakes because of global warming
Incredible
and challenging passes
Pristine
Gokyo lake
Flora and
Fauna in side Sagarmatha National Park, listed in UNESCO
Itinerary in Brief
Day
|
Plan
|
Max.
Elevation
|
Day 01
|
Arrival in Kathmandu
|
1300m
|
Day 02
|
Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding
|
2810m
|
Day 03
|
Trek to Namche
|
3440m
|
Day 04
|
Namche acclimatization -Hike to
Khumjung back to Namche
|
3900m
|
Day 05
|
Trek to Tengboche
|
3879m
|
Day 06
|
Trek to Dingboche
|
4252m
|
Day 07
|
Dingboche - acclimatization day -
Hike to Nangakarshang
|
501om
|
Day 08
|
Trek to Lobuche
|
4930m
|
Day 09
|
Trek to Everest base camp and stay at
Gorakshep
|
5360m
|
Day 10
|
Trek to Kalapathar and stay at
Pheriche
|
4000m
|
Day 11
|
Trek back to Namche
|
3440m
|
Day 12
|
Trek back to Lukla
|
2800m
|
Day 13
|
Fly back to Kathmandu
|
1300m
|
Day 14
|
Rest & Shopping day
|
..
|
Day 15
|
Final Departure
|
|
Itinerary in Detail
Days 01 ‐ Arrival in
Kathmandu. Transfer to Hotel.
Our staffs
will be at airport to pick up you to the Hotel. Introduction with guide and
short briefing about the trek.Our guide will also check cleitns’ equipments and
recommend to purchase or rent gear.
Days 02 ‐ Fly to Lukla – trek to
Phakding (2650m) –around 3 hours walking .Lunch @ Phakding.
Early in
the morning you have to wake up for the flight to Lukla via twin otter. You can
see panoramicMountain View by aircraft. Within 25‐30 min we will land in lukla,
where we can meet our Sherpa staffs and Yaks for baggage. After having breakfast
and preparing all gear and staffs ready, treks start towards Phakding. Today is
short easy and gentle walking start from the north end of lukla, steeply down
and runs above the village of Chaurikharka, where you can see the school
founded by Sir Edmund Hillary. Within 45 minutes from Lukla you will be in
Cheplung Village. From Cheplung you can see the roaring Dudhkoshi River. Trail
slightly descends down, cross the suspension bridge; see the nice view of
Kusumkangru(6367m). After short climb, the trail enters the mani walls and
chortens craved with tibetian mantras, praying wheels and praying flags.
Finally the trail leads you to Phakding village with numerous lodes lined along
the street.
Days 03 ‐ Phakding to Namche (3440m) –
Around 5-6 hours walking.Lunch @ Monjo
Today is
little bit long walking day. We continue walking along the bank of DudhKoshi
River, on the way you will pass different lodge, local bhattis (porter rest
house) the trail climb up to Toktok village and continue steep climb after the
village you will see the magnificent glimpse of Thamserkue Peak ( 6608m).
Within one and half hour from Phakding you will be in village called Benker,
where you can see the enough lodge for trekkers. Continue walking from Benkeron the way you
can see the forest of rhododendron and fir. The trail goes steep from chumoa to
Monjo. Monjo is a nice village with lodge and local houses. You can see gompa,
school and vegetables fields. After having lunch in Monjo continue walking towards
our today’s destination Namche. Just above the Monjo there is check point of
Sagarmatha National Park. Guide will arrange all entry process in national park
office. Now the trail descend down, cross the suspension bridge, gentle walking
to Jorsalle. After Jorsalle re- cross the Dudhkoshi River over suspension bridge
and follow the river bank. Slightly up few step and cross the high suspension
bridge over Dudhkoshi. Namche is yet 2 hours far from you, where the walk is
little bit tough. It is Zigzagging ascent through the pine forest. Never rush
while going up; in every step you are gaining the height, so there is a risk of
altitude sickness. Climb slowly and drink enough water.
Days 04 - Namche - acclimatization - Hike up
to Khumjung valley (3970m). Lunch @ Khumjung
Today is
our acclimatization day in Namche. To adjust with high altitude and to avoid
the AMS in further trail acclimatization is require for every trekkers, those
who wants to conquer their goal safely.
We hike to Khumjung- the green valley, not because of tree but because
of green roof of local houses. On the way we will visit Namche Museum, where you
can see the cultural, religious and some fact of mountains and climbers of
Everest region. Cross Syanboche airport, the airport in the highest elevation
in the world. While going further ahead you will see the breathtaking view of
Mt. Amadablam and others mountains. Few minutes further walking you will be in
Everest View Hotel, from where you can see the magnificent view of Mount
Everest and Lothse. Slightly descend down to Khumjug valley and visit Sir
Edmund Hillary's school andhospital at Khumjung and walk down to Namche.
Days 05 Namche– Tengboche (3840m) – around
4-5 hours walking. Lunch @ Phunki Thenga.
After
Breakfast, slowly start to walktowards north leaving the namche back. Trail
runs straight through the sloppy hills, somewhere covering with pine and
Jenifer’s trees. Crossing different mani
walls and chortens, you will be in Sansa within 1 hours. From sansa trail
gradually down inside the forest of Pine. Cross some smokey tea houses and
continue descend few step. On the way you can see the thumb like view of
Amadablam. No sooner you cross the suspension bridge; you will be in
PhunkiTenga where you will recharge your energy for next steep climb towards
Tengboche.
After
having lunch, fill up your water bottle and ready to navigate the uphill. While
climbing up gradually inside the rhodendren forest, it is as if you are playing
a Hide and Seek game with different peaks. Drink enough water and continue
moving slowly, the trails bring you at one of the magnificent place of your
trip. Don’t be confuse, towering big mountains in front of you are Mt. Everest
(8848m) and Mt. Lohtse. (8501m).Beside this tengboche offers the breathtaking
view of Kwangde (6187m), Twachee(6542m), Amadablam(6812m) Nuptse( 7879m),
Kangtega and Thamserku. Enjoy the view, capture the photos and relax in the
sunlight. In the evening involve in the praying ceremony in TengboheMonastry.
Days 06 ‐ Trek to Dingboche. Around 4
hrs walking. Lunch @ Somare.
Wake up
early in the morning and capture some magnificent view of mountains, have some
breakfast, gear up and ready to move towards Dingboche. First the trail gradually descent down to
Deboche through the forest of birches conifers and rhododendron. The continuing path inside the forest leads
you to ImjaKhola, cross the steel bridge and continues walking up hill towards
Pangboche Crossing different stupa along the route; you will be in Pangboche
within one and half hour from Tengboche. Pangboche offers enough lodges for
trekkers. In the upper part of the village there is oldest Monastery of Khumbu,
founded by Lama SangeDorge in 17th century. Follow the path of ImjaKhola, the trail
slightly steep up to Somare , have a lunch and continue the trial along with
ImjaKhola, the trail leads you to the small bridge over KhumbuKhola, cross the
bridge and climb around 1 hour, you will be in Dingboche the beautiful village
with enough lodges for trekkers. The views are great from Dingboche. You can
see Island Peak, Makalu and another face, Amadablam.
Days 07 ‐ Acclimatization- Hike to
Nagakarsang (5090m)
Acclimatization
in Dingboche is mandatory for every trekker as like in Namche. After breakfast,
slowly start to scale the Nagakarsang Hill. The view is magnificent form the
hill. You can see different glacial lake and some of the best view from
Nagakarsang. You can also see the Makalu (8463m) fifth highest mountain of the
world. After hiking 2-3 hours you can back down to Dingboche. In the evening
explore the Dengboche village.
Days 08 ‐ Trek to Lobuche. Lunch @
Dukla- Around 5 hours walking.
We
continue our journey from Dingboche through the high alpine region to the
conclusion of Lubocheand stay overnight. Trial goes just above the Pheriche.
The gradually up trail leads you to Dhukla, within 2 hours. Before reaching
Dukla you have to cross the small glacial stream. Have short rest and you’re
your lunch and gain more energy for coming tough walking. The trail is directly
up Dukla for about one hour but the magnificent view of Cholatse, Lobuche,
Pumori and Nuptse gives you more pleasure. At the top of the ridge you can see
the memorials of climbers who lose their life in mountains. Continue walking
towards Lobuche, the perfect peak Pumori (7165m) soars into view with whistling
air, makes you feel cooler. When you
are in lobouche you will feel completely different. Symptoms of high altitude
may occur on you; drinks enough hot water, noodles and garlic soup.
Day 09: Trek to Lobuche to Everest Base Camp
and back to Gorakshpe. Around 6 hours
As usual
after breakfast, start to trek towards Gorakshep. The first section of the
trail goes through the narrow gap between the glacial moraine and the mountain
wall. After rounding the bend you will the first views of Kala Pathar (5545m).
This dark mound of mountains provides the best view of Everest and the massive
mountains range.. We can see Khumbu Glacier along the way to Gorakshep. After having short rest and lunch in
Gorakshep, process towards Everest Base Camp. Though it looks close it takes
around 2 hours to reach there. Spend few times @ base camp, take picture of
different mountains and giant khumbu glacier and return back to Gorakshep. You
can see lots of expedition tent and group inEverest Base Camp during expedition
period in spring. Next day our goal is Kalapathar top. To night before going to
bed your guide will give you time for next morning and instruction for
necessary gear. It’s better to be in
kalapathar top before sunrise.
Days 10 ‐ Early in the morning
climb Kalapathar (5545m) and back down to Pheriche. Lunch @ Lobuch or
Dukla.Around 6 hrs walking.
Early in
the morning fill up your water bottle and process towards Kalapathar. The way
is straight line up above the Gorakshep along the grassy ridge. With the help
of your torch light move continually towards the summit. The more you go up the
more you feel cooler. Views are fantastic and breathtaking from the top. It
takes around 2 hrs to reach the top. After spending few minutes at the top, the
chilling atmospheres push you back down to Gorakshep. Take your breakfast and
process down to Pheriche, which is at the bottom of Nagakarsang hill, back side
of Dingboche.
Days 11 – Trek back to Namche
Days 12 ‐ Trek to Lukla,
Last
trekking day. Back to lukla and enjoy the evening with your crew members.
Days 13 ‐ Fly back to Kathmandu.
Days 14 ‐ Rest / shopping day.
Day 15- Final Departure to your country.
Our staff
will be at hotel to help you to the airport.
The charges of the trek are Rs 61,000/- per head,
Earn Loyalty points worth Rs 3000.
Cost Includes -
Airport
pickups
Hotel in
Kathmandu 3 nights with Breakfast
Flight
ticket from Kathmandu – Lula- Kathmandu
Domestic
Airport taxes
Tims Card
Sagarmatha
National park permit
Accommodation
during the trekking period
Lunch,
Dinner Breakfast during trek
Trekking
Guide, Porter salary during the trekking period
Cost Excludes-
Meals in
Kathmandu accept Breakfast
Alcoholic
drinks and Beverages
Emergency
medical evacuation/ Helicopter rescue
Personal
expenses
Tips and
gratitude for guide, porters, staffs
Payment Details:
One needs to deposit the trek fees into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
Account Details
One needs to deposit the trek fees into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
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Medical Disclaimer: It is most essential to be fit and fine
before heading for trekking. While planning your trekking trip, it is
preferable to have a medical fitness checkup done. If suffering from any kind
of allergy or ailment, do carry proper prescribed medicines to prevent serious
health problem including heatstroke, sever headache, cough, dehydration and
hypothermia. Participants suffering from chronic conditions like asthma,
bronchitis, blood pressure, migraine, diabetes, etc. should seek their
physicians advice before coming.
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