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About this activity

Mount Everest Base Camp has been a popular destination for trekkers since the very first expeditions to the Nepalese side of Everest in the 1953. To reach this part of the Himalaya within a limited time, we have designed this two weeks trek to Everest Base Camp which runs directly to and from Lukla.

The Everest B. C. trek, a very well-known mountain trek, starts at Lukla and follows the DudhKosi valley which climbs up to the Sherpa capital of Namche, a bustling bazaar that’s a junction for trekkers, the local Sherpa and expeditions en route to the mighty Mt. Everest. All along this part of the trail, villages are interspersed with magnificent forests of rhododendron, magnolia and giant firs. In both the early autumn and late spring, the flowers on this portion of the trek make it the kind of walk you will remember for a long, long time.

From Namche, we trek along a high traversing path where we have our first good views of Everest and then head towards Tengboche Monastery, which is a 2 hour climb. The monastery sits at 3867m in a clearing surrounded by dwarf firs and rhododendrons. The monastery is structurally located on a ridge top with commanding views of the Everest landscape. The view from this spot, seen to best advantage in the morning, is absolutely mesmerizing and stunning and is rightly deemed to be one of the most magnificent in the world. We then descend to the ImjaKhola (River) and continue to the villages of Pangboche and Pheriche before finally approaching the Khumbu Glacier. We then follow the glacier, first to Lobuche, a vantage point for some spectacular views of the AmaDablam, Tawache and other peaks and then hike to Gorakshep for a breather.

We also have the opportunity to ascend Kala Pattar [5554m] from where we can get some awesome views of the Himalayan giants which literally numb your senses with breathless admiration that beholds the eye; and makes up for the lung-bursting climb that took you up there. You soon realize it was absolutely worth it. This also includes fantastic views of the south west face of the colossal Mt. Everest. We then trek down to Everest B. C. at the foot of the Khumbu ice fall before finally making our way back down to Lukla.

Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu

Day 02: Flight to Lukla and trek to Phakding 2,650 m.

Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,440m.

Day 04: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar

Day 05: Trek to Tengboche 3,860 m.

Day 06: Trek to Dingboche 4,360 m.

Day 07: Acclimatization day at Dingboche.

Day 08: Trek to Lobuche 4,940 m.

Day 09: Trek to Gorakshep 5,150 m. visit Everest B. C 5,364 m.

Day 10: Hike Kala Patthar 5,643 m and trek to Pheriche 4,280 m.

Day 11: Trek to Phortse 3,810 m.

Day 12: Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,440m.

Day 13: Trek to Phakding - Lukla 2,860 m.

Day 14: Return flight to Kathmandu from Lukla

Day 15: Departure from Kathmandu

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Included

Airport pick-up and drop-off
2 nights accommodation in standard hotel in Kathmandu (bed & breakfast)
12 nights accommodation in basic teahouses during the trek
Meals during the trek: breakfast, lunch, dinner with tea/coffee
Professional English speaking trekking guide
Trekking porter/s: 1 porter for 2 trekkers
Complete printed trip information and trekking map
Equipment: sleeping bags and down jacket
Trekking bags to pack and carry your necessary items for trekking
Personal insurance for Nepalese staff (guide and porters)
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

Bar bills (any alcohol drinks, mineral water, cold drinks, cigarettes, etc)
Hotel accommodation and other expenses in Kathmandu
Personal clothing and other equipment
Personal expenses such as laundry, hot water for showers, etc.
Personal insurance that covers helicopter rescue evacuation
Any unseen expenses produced by circumstances beyond our control such as natural disasters
Tips for guide, porters and other staff

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Our trip package includes complete requirement during trek:
It is fully organized that includes accommodation, all meals in trekking, all necessary logistic support, guide and porters, trekking permits and entrance fee, etc. There is not any hidden charge.
The trip itinerary is crafted by expertise team. It includes plenty of time to insure your leisure and taking you to your desired destination. We are very much flexible where it is necessary. Please kindly inform us if you need any amendment.
A TYPICAL TREKKING DAY
A typical day revolves around the Nepal sunrise and sunset, rather than any Western time schedule. The day starts with an early wakeup call. You then pack up your gear and enjoy a rousing breakfast before starting your morning’s walk. The sirdar will already be organized and have assigned loads to porters and your group will then set off on the trail at a leisurely pace, enjoying the view and stopping to take photographs. After 2-3 hours walk you stop for lunch. This lasts for about 90 minutes which gives you time to relax, or explore the local village. The afternoon’s walk is usually shorter and we arrive at the campsite or tea-house in plenty of time to relax and savor the surroundings. Later in the evening dinner is served, giving you an opportunity to sample the delicious food, talk over the day’s events, and look forward to another special day on the trails of Nepal.
HEALTH ISSUES
We recommend that all clients consult their doctor to discuss the health issues associated with their trek. We also recommend that clients bring their own personal first aid kit to supplement the comprehensive
first aid kit carried by the Trek Leader.
VACCINATIONS REQUIRED
Please ensure that you allow at least 1 month to complete a course of vaccinations. Whilst your personal
doctor will be the final authority, we recommend the following
Poliomyelitis
Typhoid
Tetanus
Rabies
Meningococcal
Immunoglobulin (for Hepatitis A)
MALARIA
Nepal is listed as a country for which malaria prophylaxis is advised. We will not be visiting any malarial areas on the treks, however you may wish to consult your doctor about the need to take malaria pills. Trekkers who plan to do rafting and jungle excursions are advised to take the necessary medication to protect against malaria.
ALTITUDE SICKNESS
Many treks in Nepal can take you quite rapidly to high altitudes, so you need to give your body time to acclimatize. If you ascend faster than your body can acclimatize you will start to develop symptoms of Acute
Mountain Sickness (AMS). A headache being the most common symptom, others are nausea, vomiting, fatigue, loss of appetite, dizziness and sleep disturbances.
The best way to acclimatize is to ascend slowly and gradually. The common wisdom is that you should take 2-3 days to reach 3000m – If flying in to above this height remember to take extra acclimatization days
for example flying into Lukla). Once above 3000m, you should sleep no more than around 300m above your last nights altitude, and take a rest day every 3 days (or 1000m). At times it can be difficult to stick exactly to this schedule, as villages aren't always conveniently placed for acclimatizing, so you should think of the 300m as an average. During the day it is okay to trek higher as long as you descend to sleep.
Remember the mountaineer’s saying "Climb High, Sleep Low". If at any time you get symptoms of AMS you should not climb higher until they are gone. If they persist then you should descend to below the height where they first started. Only start to climb again when they have gone.
All of our itineraries allow for a proper acclimatisation schedule, and of course on our private departures you have the freedom to go slower if you are finding it tough - everyone acclimatises at a different rate. Please also consider your guide and porters and watch for signs of AMS in them. They are not immune to AMS.
You will find a graph below detailing the acclimatisation schedule. It shows the ideal acclimatisation schedule against suggested itinerary.
We always aim to get as close to the ideal as possible taking account of such things as available accommodation and camping spots with water etc.
INSURANCE
We INSIST that an appropriate insurance policy is taken out which covers travel in isolated and mountainous areas, and which also includes helicopter rescue. We recommend that you consult a reputable insurance agent or insurance specialist.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
Footwear: Trekking Boots, thick socks, light socks, camp shoes.
Clothing: Down or fibre Jacket, filled waterproof jacket and trousers, sweater or fleece jacket, warm cotton trousers, shirts and T-shirts, shorts, long underwear, wool hat, sun hat, gloves, bathing suit, track suit.
Other Equipment: Sleeping bag (4 seasons), down jacket, day pack, water bottle, sun cream, sunglasses, flashlight with spare bulbs and batteries, lip salve, gaiters.
Optional: Insect repellent, toilet articles, note book & pen, toilet roll, laundry soap, pocket knife, towel, sewing kit, plasters, binoculars, camera, film, cards and personal medical kit.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Original

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Sport

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