Everest Base Camp and Kalappathhar Trek
- 14 Nights/15 Days
- nepal
- Kathmandu – Lukla – Namche Bazaar – Khumjung – Tengboche – Dingboche - Chhukung – Lobuche – Camp – Pheriche – Namche Bazaar – Lukla – Kathmandu
About the Tour
Naturally, the trail to the base camp of Everest has become one of the most popular trekking routes in Nepal, yet a few people return from the trek unmoved by the experience of being among the highest peaks in the world. During the trek, we follow the Main Everest Base Camp Trail, the route pioneered and still used by climbing expeditions that attempt the peak from the Nepal side. We visit the Base Camp at 17,600ft and soak in the energy of teams working their way to the summit. It’s not a cakewalk for sure, and the altitude only makes things tougher. But with fore-knowledge, careful preparation and a basic level of fitness, this is certainly doable for the relatively inexperienced. On reading this, if you feel the tightness in the pit of your stomach, get in touch and we will send you the details.
Highlights
- Dramatic take on/off in Lukla gateway to Everest Base Camp
- Closure view of Himalayas en-route to Everest Base Camp and return
- High suspension Hanging Bridges
- Breathtaking view of Mount Everest Sunrise and Sunset from Kala Pathar
- Explore Sherpa culture and tradition
Day 1: Arrival, Kathmandu
Our representative will be waiting for you at Kathmandu airport and meet you upon your arrival. Take a private transfer to the hotel for checking in. You can spend the rest of the free time strolling around Kathmandu Durbar Square, admire its rich World Heritage Sites, or just stay at your hotel to get away from the jet lag. Overnight: Kathmandu.
Day 2: Kathmandu - Lukla - Phakding (2652m, 3 Hrs Walk)
Today, the representative will pick you up and escort you to the airport for your flight to Lukla. As soon as you reach Lukla airport, your trekking guide, who will accompany you all along the trekking way, will meet you and start your trekking journey to Phakding. You will first walk towards the Ghat Village and the valley of Dudh Koshi River, originating from Mount Everest Area. Crossing the river and reaching the point, you will stay overnight at Phakding. Overnight: Simple lodge/tea house.
Day 3: Phakding - Namche Bazaar (3445m, 5-6 Hrs Walk)
After breakfast, follow your guide to walking along the Dudh Koshi River, and you will reach Benkar and Jorsale. Stop for lunch at the point between two bridges near the confluence of Bhote Koshi and Dudh Koshi rivers. You may get your first sight of Mt Everest with 8848 meters.
Continue 2 hours’ climb to Namche Bazaar, which is the gateway to all famous expeditions to Khumbu Himal Peaks, as well as the trading center of the Sherpas of the region. Overnight: Simple lodge/tea house.
Day 4: Namche Bazaar
This is an acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar. We suggest you climb up to the Sagarmatha National Park. Sagarmatha in Nepali means Everest, the highest peak in the world, recognized as a world natural heritage site by UNESCO. The park includes seven peaks, the heights of which are all over 7000m, with a number of glaciers and barranca, rare species, etc. You also can visit a museum displaying the history and the culture of Sherpa. Overnight: Simple lodge/tea house.
Day 5: Namche Bazaar - Thyangboche (3855m, 6 Hrs Walk)
This morning, head for the big Chorten on the Khumjung/ Sangnasa trail with the trekking guide, high above the Dudh Koshi. Descend steeply to a bridge over the river at Phunki Tenga. Later, hike up to Thyangboche (Tengboche) for the overnight stay. Overnight: Simple lodge/tea house.
Day 6: Thyangboche - Dingboche (4360m, 6 Hrs Walk)
Make a short descent to Debuche, a small settlement. Descend to Imja Khola river and then climb up to Pandboche, a pleasant village with beautiful fields, housing the oldest monastery in the Khumbu (aka the Everest Region). You can view Ama Dablam shining with charm and majesty almost within touching distance. Overnight: Simple lodge/tea house.
Day 7: Dingboche - Chhukung (4730m, 4.5 Hrs Walk)
Today, continue your trekking to the Imja valley two hours away from Chhukung, a preferred place for trekkers and climbers attempting the Island Peak (6189m). The views from Chhukung are breathtaking with the southern slopes of Lhotse and Nuptse by the Lho Glacier and the Nup Glacier. The section of the hike will be one of the highlights of the whole trek.
Overnight: Simple lodge/tea house
Day 8: Chhukung - Lobuche (4928m, Approx. 7 Hrs Walk)
Move towards north for 40-50 minutes, and then reach a mani-prayer stupa. Walking along the trail, you will see the views of Mt. Tawache, Ama Dablam and to the north Pokalde, Kongma Tse and the great wall of Nuptse. Walkabout another 2 hours, stop at Dugla for lunch. Later, a 1-hour steep climb will take you to the top, a perfect point to appreciate the views of Mt. Pumori and other snowed peaks of west Everest. After a short break, continue 1 to 2 hours’ trekking up to Lobuche. Overnight: Simple lodge/tea house.
Day 9: Lobuche - Gorekshep (5160m, 8 Hrs Walk)
Following the rocky moraine path, you can see an icy glacial pond and icebergs down below the Khumbu glacier. Arrive at Gorakshep (5160m), the location of the original Everest Base Camp, and then climb up to the Everest Base Camp (EBC, 5360m). Actually, EBC is not a specific site but a semi-permanent camp of various expeditions selected during their attempt to ascend Everest. There is no view of Everest at EBC, but being there does give a sense of accomplishment of having visited the tallest mountain on earth. Ascend to Gorakshep for an overnight stay accompanied by the guide.
Overnight: Simple lodge/tea house.
Day 10: Gorekshep - Kalapatthar - Pheriche (4371m, 8-9 Hrs Walk)
Start for Kalapatthar in the early morning. Kalapatthar or Kala Patthar means ‘black rock’ in Nepali and Hindi, which offers the most accessible close-up view of Everest. The splendid views of Everest, Nuptse, and Changtse will be enlarged and move clear at the point. Later, descend back to Gorekshep and then Lobuche. Your guide will show you the way trekking down to Pheriche. Overnight: Simple lodge/tea house.
Day 11: Pheriche - Sangnasa (3597m, 6 Hrs Walk)
Walk down along the trail to Pandboche, and pass by Deboche afterward, which offers charming views of Mount Khumbila. Continue the descent to Tengboche. After a 1-hour steep climb from the bridge at Phungitenta, you will arrive at Sanasha for the overnight stay. Overnight: Simple lodge/tea house.
Day 12: Sangnasa - Phakding (2652m, 6.5 Hrs Walk)
Today, you will pass by Khumjung, Syangboche, Namche, Jorsale and reach Phakding finally. On the way, the great views of Everest, Lhotse, Amadablam, Thamserku and other peaks will be included with your sight-seeing. Overnight: Simple lodge/tea house.
Day 13: Phakding - Lukla (2860m, 3 Hrs Walk)
Trek back to Lukla from Phakding with your personal trekking guide in the early morning. Come back to the airstrip of Lukla, where there is lodge offered for your overnight stay.
Overnight: Simple lodge/tea house.
Day 14: Lukla - Kathmandu
Today, your driver will pick you up and escort you to the airport for your flight back to Kathmandu. Our representative will pick you up and send you to the hotel. After checking in, relax at your pace after these days’ trekking journey. Overnight: Kathmandu.
Day 15: Kathmandu, Departure
Spend some free time soaking up the charm of Kathmandu before the representative escorts you to the airport for your international flight home. Have a nice trip! Meal: Breakfast
Inclusions
- Accommodation on Single / Twin / Double sharing basis in offered hotel/Camps or similar.
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
- All transfers and excursions will be covered by air-conditioned vehicle.
- Flights Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu
- Jeep safari at Chitwan National Park.
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits
- An experienced English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide
- Guide and porter salaries, insurance, equipment, transport, food, and lodging
- A comprehensive First Aid kit
- Oxi-meter: To check, heart rating and oxygen saturation
- Trekking equipment: down-filled sleeping bag, walking poles and duffel bag
- Currently applicable taxes.
Exclusions
- Nepal entry visa fees (USD40 for 30 days)
- Airfare / Train fare
- Camera charges at any monument to be paid by the guest directly
- Any insurance
- Tips for the guide, and porter.
- Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
- And anything not mentioned in Inclusions.
Tour Notes
- Rates are subject to availability
- Room category in all packages are the base category rooms
- The above rates are not applicable from 20th Dec'2019 to 10th Jan'2020.
- Christmas & New Year gala charges are on a direct pay basis at the hotel by guest.
- In case we are not able to provide the same hotels as mentioned, then we shall provide similar alternate properties, change in the cost if any will be advised.
