Trekking in the Everest Region - An introduction
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Mt. Everest (middle) with other peaks of Khumbu
In the Everest area, you will find yourself in the world’s highest region, surrounded by soaring mountain peaks, including the highest mountain in the world, Mt. Everest (8,848m). You will definitely be fully satisfied from this trip, trekking next to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Trekking in the Everest region is bound to be one of the most excited and life-enriching adventures you will ever experience. You will trek in an average altitude of 3,800m in the north-east area of the Nepal.
 
KHUMBU REGION: Khumbu is named after the mountain goddess Khumbiyela and still most climbers and Sherpas ask the goddess for her protection before climbing, offering incense and juniper in a puja ceremony. Dumji and Mani Rimdu are the greatest festivals in the region, celebrated during the month of November every year. The Khumbu people have their own costume, religion and culture which differ from other Sherpa people in Nepal.
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Everest Base Camp & Kalapattar Trek (14 Days)
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The Mighty Everest
The trek to Everest Base camp and one of the most challenging, yet rewarding treks in Nepal. Along route you will make the tough climb to Kalapatter from where you will be truly rewarding with some of the most breathtaking views of Everest. On the trek you will also experience the famed hospitality of the Sherpa people, giving you a rich cultural insight into life in the Himalaya.

BRIEF ITINERARY - (Based on Tea house trek)
Day 01: Fly to Lukla (2,840m), acclimatize and overnight in lodge.
Day 02: Trek to Monjo (2,835m).
Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazzar (3,440m).
Day 04: Rest Day and acclimatization with side trip to Syangboche (3,720m).
Day 05: Trek to Tengboche (3,860m).
Day 06: Trek to Pheriche (4,270m).
Day 07: Trek to Lobuche (4,910m).
Day 08: Trek to Gorakshep (5,140m).
Day 09: Climb to Kalapatthar (5,550m), EBC and back to Gorakshep.
Day 10: Trek back to Pheriche.
Day 11: Trek back to Tengboche.
Day 12: Trek back to Namche Bazaar.
Day 13: Trek back to Lukla.
Day 14: Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
 
COST : US$ 1200 per person with minimum 2 people.

Cost Includes:
  1. Arrival & Departure transfers.
  2. 14 days & 13 nights EBC lodge trek on full board basis including guide, porter and all meals whilst trekking.
  3. Trek area permit, conservation fee and TIMS permit.
  4. Airfare for the sector Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu (subject to change).
  5. Domestic Airport Departure tax (subject to change).
Cost Excludes:
  1. Any kind of insurance.
  2. Hotel accommodation and meals in Kathmandu.
  3. Services not mentioned in above program.
  4. Personal expenses such as laundry, drinks and internet etc.
  5. Tips and Gratuities.
 
Gokyo Lodge Trek (11 Days)
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Mt. Everest viewed from Kalapathar
Found within the Khumbu is the emerald waters of Gokyo Lake. This trek into the heart of the region and Sherpa culture is one of the most reward treks in Nepal. You will get amazing views of the Himalaya, including Everest and a great insight into the culture of the people that live here. This trek can also be combined with the Everest base camp trek for an extended journey.

DAY TO DAY ITNERARY - Based on tea house trek

Day 01: Fly to Lukla (2,840m), lunch, dinner and overnight in lodge.
Day 02: Trek to Monjo (2,835m).
Day 03: Trek to Khumjung (3,780m).
Day 04: Trek to Dole (4,200m).
Day 05: Trek to Machhermo (4,410m).
Day 06: Trek to Gokyo Valley (4,790m).
Day 07: Climb to Gokyo Ri (5,360m) and back to Gokyo.
Day 08: Trek back to Dole.
Day 09: Trek back to Namche (3,440m).
Day 10: Trek back to Lukla.
Day 11: Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
 
COST: US$ 900 per person with minimum 2 people.

Cost Includes:
  1. Arrival & departure transfers.
  2. 11 days & 10 nights Gokyo lodge trek on full board basis including guide, porter and all meals whilst trekking.
  3. Trekking permit, conservation fee and TIMS certificate.
  4. Airfare for the sector Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu (subject to change).
  5. Domestic Airport Departure tax (subject to change).
Cost Excludes:
  1. Any kind of insurance.
  2. Hotel accommodation and meals in Kathmandu.
  3. Services not mentioned in above program.
  4. Personal expenses such as laundry, drinks and internet etc.
  5. Tips and Gratuities.
 
Khumbu Lodge Trek (8 Days)
 ITINERARY
Day 01: Kathmandu/Lukla (2,840m)
Fly to Lukla, Lunch, visit to Nicole Nikki-Pasang Lhamu Hospital and overnight in lodge.

Day 02: Lukla/Monjo (2,835m), 5-6 hours trek
Trek to Monjo and overnight in lodge, lunch in Phakding in the way.

Day 03: Monjo/Kjumjung (3,780m), 5-6 hours up hill trek
Trek to Khumjung and overnight in lodge, lunch in Namche Bazzar on the way.

Day 04: Khumjung/Tyangboche (3,860m), 5-6 hours trek
Trek to Tyangboche and overnight in lodge, lunch in Phunki Tenga on the way.

Day 05: Tyangboche/Namche (3,440m), 5-6 hours trek
Trek back to Namche Bazzar and overnight in lodge, lunch in Kyangjuma on the way.

Day 06: Namche/Phakding, 5-6 hours down hill trek
Trek back to Phakding and overnight in lodge, lunch in Monjo on the way.

Day 07: Phakding/Lukla, 4-5 hours trek
Trek back to Lukla, trek ends here and overnight in lodge, lunch in Chheplung on the way.

Day 08: Lukla/Kathmandu
Early breakfast, check-in Lukla airport and fly back to Kathmandu, pick-up & transfer to hotel.

COSTS: USD 650 nett per person with minimum 02 pax.

Cost Includes:
  1. Arrival & departure transfer (domestic airport in Kathmandu).
  2. Seven nights & eight days Khumbu lodge trek in full board basis including guide, porter, airport transfer etc.
  3. Trek conservation fee, local tax & trek transfer.
  4. Airfare for the sector Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu (subject to change if revised).
  5. Domestic airport departure tax (subject to change if revised).
Cost Excludes:
  1. Any kind of insurance.
  2. Hotel accommodation and meals in Kathmandu.
  3. Services not mentioned in above program and cost.
 
Khumbu Lodge Trek (7 Days)
 ITINERARY

Day 01: Kathmandu/Lukla/Phakding (2,640m), 3-4 hours trek
Fly to Lukla (2,840m), small break with tea/coffee and trek to Phakding and overnight in lodge, Lunch in Thadokoshi on the way.

Day 02: Phakding/Namche Bazzar (3,440m), 5-6 hours up hill trek
Trek to Namche Bazzar and overnight in lodge, lunch in Monjo on the way.

Day 03: Namche/Tyangboche (3,860m), 5-6 hours trek
Trek to Tyangboche and overnight in lodge, lunch in Kyangjuma on the way.

Day 04: Tyangboche/Khumjung (3,780m), 5-6 hours trek
Trek back to Khumjung and overnight in lodge, lunch in Sanasa on the way.

Day 05: Khumjung/Monjo, 5-6 hours down hill trek
Trek to Khunde (3,840m) and make a visit to Khunde Hospital. After that trek back to Monjo and overnight in lodge, lunch in Namche Bazzar on the way.

Day 06: Monjo/Lukla, 5-6 hours trek
Trek back to Lukla, trek ends here and overnight stay, lunch in Thadokoshi on the way.

Day 07: Lukla/Kathmandu
Early breakfast, check-in Lukla airport and fly back to Kathmandu, pick-up & transfer to hotel.
 
 
COST: USD 600 nett per person with minimum 02 pax.

Cost Includes:
  1. Arrival & departure transfer (domestic airport in Kathmandu).
  2. 7 nights & 8 days Khumbu lodge trek in full board basis including guide, porter, airport transfer etc.
  3. Trek conservation fee, local tax & trek transfer.
  4. Airfare for the sector Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu (subject to change if revised).
  5. Domestic airport departure tax (subject to change if revised).
Cost Excludes:
  1. Any kind of insurance.
  2. Hotel accommodation and meals in Kathmandu.
  3. Services not mentioned in above program and cost.
 
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