Kalapattar & Everest Base Camp
Itinerary
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Day 1 Kathmandu
Welcome to Kathmandu! Your guide will greet you and escort you to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, perhaps your trip leader can show you the old streets of Kathmandu and introduce you to the Nepalese way of living.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals not included -
Day 2 Flight to Lukla (2800 m) - Phakding (2600 m)
An early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla offers spectacular panoramic views of the eastern Himalayas; Langtang, Gauri, Shanker, Numbur, Manglungtse, and Everest are showcased during this 45 minute flight. In Lukla (2700 m), Sherpas are waiting for you with their equipment. Our trek begins with a short descent to the Dudh Koshi valley. From Chaunrikarka village (2621 m), the road runs north through Sherpa settlements where wheat, potatoes, corn and vegetables are grown. Cross Dudh Koshi River on a suspended wooden bridge.
Hiking: 3 hours
Elevation: +50m/-250m
Accommodation: Lodge -
Day 3 Phakding - Namche Bazar (3440 m)
Today begins with a walk along the river Dudh Kosi. The path climbs gently upwards, you cross the river several times and pass the village of Jorsale (2805 m) before beginning the steep climb up to Namche Bazaar. Half an hour later, you can see Everest. Arrival in Namche with time to explore this famous village Sherpa and its inhabitants. Tibetan shops and traders sell local jewelery and craft products from Tibet. Every week there is an important market in Namche where locally grown crops like wheat, corn and millet are sold.
Hiking: 5 hours
Elevation: +900m/-50m
Accommodation: Lodge -
Day 4 Namche Bazar
A day at leisure to acclimatise in Namche, the most important city of the region. Numerous lodges and restaurants are available here at starting point of treks towards Everest. It is the ideal place to rest and acclimatize to the high altitude before your hike. There are lots of options for today including a half-day hike to the heights of Namche Bazaar and the villages of Khunde and Khumjung (3780 m). Landscapes of mountain pastures and small well-ordered fields await and you can admire the sunset over Ama Dablam, Nuptse and Everest (1 hour hike)
Accommodation: Lodge
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Day 5 Namche - Phortse (3800m)
Climb up from Namche Bazaar following a gently sloping mountain trail to Mong Pass which overlooks Ama Dablan and Kantega, two of the most spectacular peaks in Nepal. Then, descend to Phortse Tenga at 3600 m on the banks of the milky river (Dudu khosi) and climb up to the village of Phortse (3800 m). This day enables us to perfect our acclimatization to the altitude.
Hiking: 5 hours
Elevation: +760m/-300m
Accommodation: Lodge -
Day 6 Phortse - Pheriche (4270 m)
Slow and steady climb in the Khumbu valley to Pangboche, a village dominated by the iconic pointed peak of Ama Dablam. For 90 minutes, you follow the Inija Khola river, you pass Shomare and then go along Lobuche Khola valley as far as Pheriche.
Hiking: 5 - 6 hours
Elevation: +560m/-100m
Accommodation: Lodge -
Day 7 Pheriche - Lobuche (4910 m)
After 1 hour of easy walking, the trail climbs slowly to Thokla (4620 m), and then steeply up to Thokla pass (4830 m). Here we find many chortens in memory of the dead who were triumphed by the worlds highest peak, Everest. It is a rocky to Lobuche.
Hiking: 4 - 5 hours
Elevation: +640m/-50m
Accommodation: Lodge -
Day 8 Lobuche - Kala Pattar and / or Everest Base Camp - Gorakshep (5165m)
An early morning departure for Kala Pattar (5545m) enables us to benefit from the best light and views. We follow the lateral moraine of the Khumbu glacier, a saw-tooth path in steep rocky blocks. The climb is relatively easy until Gorakshep and then becomes steeper until Kala Pattar. The views of the highest and most prestigious mountains in the world really is sublime. You are at the heart of the mineral high mountain universe. Having successfully soaked in the views, it is time to return to Gorakshep. Then you can enjoy some free time in one of the highest villages in the world. As an option, you can go to the base camp of Everest (5364 m), the mythical heart of the Himalayas (4 h of walking more)...
Hiking: 3h30 hours / 6 hours (EBC)
Ascent/descent: +230m/-50m / +250m/-250m (EBC)
Accommodation: Lodge -
Day 9 Gorakshep - Dingboche - Deboche (3710 m)
Retrace your steps to Thokla and branch off towards Dingboche, penetrating one of the wildest valleys of Khumbu. Island peak, Ama Dablam and the distant slopes of Makalu are magnificent to observe. It is a steep descent to Deboche with stunning views of Nupse, Pumori and Langtren.
Hiking: 5 hours
Elevation: +40m/-1455m
Accommodation: Lodge -
Day 10 Deboche - Tengboche - Namche Bazaar (3440 m)
Today begins with an ascent to Tengboche, the spiritual heart of Khumbu. Visit the famous monastery here, a magnificent place dominated by towering peak of Ama Dablan. You then take the path back down among the rhododendron forests to the banks of the Dudh koshi river. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.
Hiking: 6 - 7 hours
Elevation: +580m/-745m
Accommodation: Lodge -
Day 11 Namche Bazar - Lukla (2800 m)
Descend to Phakding in the valley of Dudh Khosi before returning to Lukla.
Hiking: 5 - 6 hours
Elevation: +650m/1270m
Accommodation: Lodge -
Day 12 Flight Lukla / Kathmandu - City trek to Patan
Morning flight to Kathmandu. In clear weather, the views of the Himalayan mountains are superb. Options in Kathmandu: you can spend the afternoon visiting Patan, one of the three ancient imperial cities of the valley, mainly Buddhist, known for its artisans, the founders of statues. You can visit traditional sites, walk in typical areas and visit the artisans of jewels or statues. During your stroll, you can also discover different Newari dishes, typical of the valley of Kathmandu.
Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 13 Guided tour of the Kathmandu valley
Accompanied by your guide, discover the jewels of Kathmandu valley. Bhaktapur, a pedestrian city located 15 km from Kathmandu is the most beautiful of the three imperial cities of the valley. After lunch, we visited Pashupatinath, a Hindu site dating back to the 12th century, a cremation place dedicated to Shiva where pilgrims come to bathe in the sacred Bagmati river. To end the day in style, we visit the great stupa of Bodhnath in the heart of the Tibetan district where many exiled monasteries were built. At the end of the day, hundreds of fervent Buddhists come to visit this sacred place creating a unique, vibrant atmosphere.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals not included -
Day 14 Kathmandu Free Day
Enjoy a day at leisure in Kathmandu exploring the city on your own. Our expert guides have lots of advice and recommendations for your free day. Enjoy pleasant moments strolling in the old streets of Ason Tole and Indra chowk...
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals not included -
Day 15 End of stay
End of our services
Period & budget
When to travel?
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Price
The budget is an indication of the price per person, subject to availability. Your local agent will send you a customized quote with the exact price. The price can vary according to availability, level of services, period of travel, number of participants, booking time frame and other items.
Included
- Transport by private vehicle according to itinerary
- Accommodation in 3 * hotel or B&B in Kathmandu (Hotel Tibet, Manaslu or similar)
- Trek includes lodging and breakfasts
- Accompaniment by an English speaking Altaï Guide
- Domestic flights: Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu
- Visits as per itinerary: with a cultural guide and a private vehicle
- Porterage of luggage: up to 12kg maximum per person during the trek
- Trekking support team: assistants and porters
- Trekking permits: ACAP and TIMS
- Staff Insurance
Not included
- Entrance to historical sites & monuments
- All Meals lunches and dinners
- Nepalese visa: US $ 25
- International flights
- Insurance: Repatriation, Medical & Helicopter Services
- Drinks, tips and personal expenses - all that is not in "THE PRICE INCLUDES"
Notes
Level 4/5
Terms and conditions
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Invoice procedure
Cancellation policy
- Cancellation received more than 30 days prior to the departure date: No cancellation fees.
- Cancellation received 30 to 21 days before the departure date: 30% of trip price will be retained.
- Cancellation received within 20 days of the departure date: 70% of trip price will be retained.
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Vital equipment
- Warm Sleeping Bag
- Water purifiers (micropur, aguatabs ...)
- A cap or sunhat
- 1 or 2 sets of thermals: long-sleeved thermal tops and full-length long johns
- Long sleeved and short sleeved t-shirts, preferably in quick-drying technical material
- A light fleece or equivilent (plus extra warm layers if necessary)
- A breathable wind proof, waterproof jacket (Gore-Tex...)
- Lightweight waterproof over trousers
- Suitable shorts
- Walking trousers
- A pair of high-rise walking boots - strength, good grip of the foot and ankle (high stems) and impermeability are essential. Choose shoes with non-slip soles (vibram).
- A pair of trainers/sandels or equivilent casual shoes for cities, villages and evenings
- Thick walking socks
- Warm gloves, hat and scarf (it can be chilly in the mountains)
- Your personal toiletries and a fast drying towel
- Water bottle(s). Min. 2 litres, light and isothermal
- A good pair of sunglasses (think min. category 3)
- Sun-cream, face and lips
- Head torch and spare batteries
- A pocket knife
- A pair of hiking poles
- A waterproof bag cover (or plastic bags) to protect your belongings
- Toilet paper
- Anti-bacterial hand gel
- Your camera
- Notebook or travel diary
Material
- No cotton
- Always carry dry spares of everything, including underwear and gloves
- A warm breathable base layer
- A second thermal layer
- Wind and water proof protective outer layers
Luggage
- A rucksack (35-40L or 45-50L) for use as a day bag. This will contain your (vital) personal belongings for the day (sweater, spare t-shirt, water bottle, picnic-lunch, sunglasses, small things ... )
- We use porters to transport our other belongings when trekking. Please bring a flexible travel bag with zips for easy access max 80L and max 13kg (16kg with camping gear). Please do not bring suitcases or other hard bags which the porters cannot transport.
- You may also be able to store some belongings securely at the hotel in Kathmandu.