Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350m) and transfer to Hotel
After landing at the Tribhuwan International Airport, we will be greeted by a representative of Alpine Adventure Club who will drop us off at our hotel. We then check-in at the hotel, freshen up and if time permitted, to visit our office to pay the rest of bill, collect the information and sign up the trip agreement or not enough time office authorize person come to your hotel to collect the payment. Overnight at Hotel
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing and trek Preparation
We tour Durbar Square, Pashupatinath temple, Swayambhunath stupa and Bouddhanath stupa which are all world heritage sites. The Durbar Square sheds light on the life of the royals in ancient times. Pashupatinath temple is one of the most important places of pilgrimage for all Hindus. Swayambhunath is also known as the Monkey Temple and Baudhanath Stupa is one of the largest stupas in the world. At late afternoon, we introduced with a mountain/trek guide. Overnight Hotel
Day 03: Kathmandu flight to Lukla (2840m) then trek to Phakding (2610m)
Early in the morning your trek guide will come to your hotel to transfer to you in the Kathmandu domestic airport to catch a flight to Lukla (2840m), the flight duration is approximately 35 minutes. After arriving in Lukla you will meet with a porter (Sherpa) who will carry your bags / luggage during the trekking. You will have a short break in Lukla to have a tea and coffee to refresh to heading Everest Base Camp Trekking. The trail contour through the Sherpa village and yak pasture land. Have a lunch in Thado Koshi (2580m) with stunning view of Kusum Kangaru (6370m). You will see the painted Mani wall in Ghat (chhuthawa) village. In the late afternoon you arrive to Phakding. Overnight at teahouse/lodge (small, family run lodge/guest house provide accommodation and meals for the trekkers)
Day 04: Phakding trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
Normally trekkers start the trek around 8Am after breakfast at teahouse. Today you will cross long suspension bridge over the Dhudh Koshi River which is originated from Khumbu glacier. Today you will enter the Sagarmatha National Park in Monjo village. You have lunch in Jorsale (2740m), the trail goes ahead along the Dudhakoshi river. You cross an anther suspension bridge in Larja Dobhan (2830m), from here the trail moves to steep staircase through pine forest. After half and hour steep walking you will see the Mt Everest (8848m). The trail ascends until Namche Bazaar through the alpine forest. You will be delight to see the Namche Bazaar. The Namche bazaar is the getaway of the Everest base camp trekking and Gokyo Lakes Valley. Overnight at teahouse
Day 05: Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar and Explore around
Rest day in Namche Bazaar is especially for acclimatization to altitude. During this day you can walk around Namche Bazaar. Here you can get many facilities such as internet, Bank, ATM, Bakery and varieties of shops for shopping. After breakfast it is possible visit to the Thame village (Monastery) it takes about 7/8 go and back to Namche bazaar if you are interested to visit Thame better to consult with guide earlier night. Most of trekkers in rest day they walk to Syangboche (3880m). From Syangboche you can see Mt. Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516m), Ama Dablam (6814m), Thamserku (6618m) and many more mountains. Have a tea and coffee in the Everest view hotel. The trail descends half and hour to the Khumjung village (3780m), the village of the Sherpas, the worldly renowned climbers. In Khumjung village you can visit Kumjung Hillary School and Kumjung Gompa. After lunch, hike back to the Namche Bazaar. Overnight at teahouse
Day 06: Namche Bazaar trek to Tengboche (3867m)
Today the trail at the first slightly climb up for a while up to the Chor camp continues easy level walk to kyangjuma (3550m). Along the way from chor camp to kyangjuma you can see very close up views of Thamserku (6618m), Ama Dablam (6814m). Also, you can see Mount Everest (8848) and other beautiful mountains. From kyangjuma the trail follows for a while, easy level walk through Rhododendron forest to sanasa where you can meet two trails one left hand side go to Gokyo valley and another right hand side go to direct Everest Base Camp. After sanasa the trail descends gradually through pine forest to lausasa then trail drops steeply through the pine and Rhododendron forest to Phungi thanga (3250m). From Phungi Thanga the trail climbs steeply at beginning, then a gradual ascent through blue pine trees and Rhododendron forest to Tengboche (3867m). Tengboche is famous as the name of Tengboche Monastery which is one of the beautiful monasteries in the whole Solu khumbu area from where you will see the best sunrise and sunset view on the top of the word’s highest peak Mount Everest. Overnight at teahouse
Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche (4410m)
After enjoying the sunrise view, take a breakfast, then trek descend Deboche (3820m). After Deboche the trail becomes very pleasant. You will feel very comfortable. Here you have a chance to see Musk deer, pheasant and blue sheep, etc. After crossing Iron Bridge on the right side you can see the great view of Ama Dablam (6814m). May be you can enjoy taking photos of yours backup with Ama Dablam. Then the trail moves gradually up to Pangboche (3930m). After Pangboche the trail lead level and gradually up to shomare (4010m) then level walk to orsho (4190m). There are two trails further ahead from orsho whereas one trail higher up the left hand side leads to Pheriche and lower trail right hand side above Imja khola leads gradually ascend to Dingboche (4410m), the place where we have a plan to stay the night. Overnight at teahouse
Day 08: Acclimatization and exploration day in Dingboche (4410m)
This second scheduled rest day will assist your fitness and oxygen intake at the higher altitudes to follow. An enjoyable 3-4hr, 400m climb to Nangkartshang Gompa, north of Dingboche affords views of Makalu (8,463m) the fifth highest mountain and awesome views of Ama Dablam and the valley floor. If strong people can visit the Chhukhung Ri (5550m) but it is long day walking. Overnight at teahouse
Day 09: Dingboche to Lobuche (4910m)
From Dingboche to Lobuche the trail leads north until we reach a Mani prayer Stupa. The trail is much gentle looking down to Pheriche Village. The trail offers views of Mt. Tawache, Cholatse, Thamserku Ama Dablam, Pokalde, Kongma-tse and many other lovely mountains. The great wall of Nuptse (7864m) also goes along the trial. After a few hours walking from Dingboche you will meet the trail from Pheriche joins near by Dhughla (4620m) before a small wooden bridge over the river of Khumbu glacier. Dughla (Thukla) is a best place for Lunch and those who afraid about the altitude sickness we suggest to stay one over night here. After Dughla continue trek an hour to Thukla pass (4830m), where there are views of Mt. Pumori, Lubuche east Lingtren and many other peaks. After the Dughla Pass the trail gently climbs up and drops a bit then continue level walk to Loboche (4910m). Overnight at teahouse
Day 10: Lobuche trek to Gorak Shep (5140m) then visit Everest base camp (5364m)
From Lobuche in beginning you walk along the flat trail through the yak pasture trail. Then you have to walk in a glacier. The trail is rough and icy in some part. And you arrive at Gorak Shep (5140m). Along the way you can enjoy incredible views of Pumori (7167m) Lingtren (6713m), Khumbutse (6639m), Nuptse (7879m), Lobuche East (6090m) as well as Khumbu glacier and Icefall. Have lunch and short rest in Gorak Shep then continue hiking to the Everest Base Camp (5364m). The trail is narrow and rocky so that we suggest trekkers to concentrate their minds in trail before stepping. The Everest base camp is moving up and down every year because Khumbu glacier is moved to the down. In Everest base camp you can’t spend your overnight because there is not available teahouse /lodge facility. After taking footprints at the base camp of Mt Everest then trek back to Gorakshep. The trek trail to Everest Base Camp is on glacier and snow capped rocks. You can also see many small frozen lakes around. Overnight at Teahouse
Day 11: Gorakhep Climb up to Kalapatter (5545m) then trek back to Pheriche (4260m)
Today early in the morning start to climb up to Kala Pattar for a breathtaking view of the numerous snow-covered mountains with marvelous sunrise. Gorak shep to Kala patthar trail at the beginning is a steep climb about half an hour, then arrive at the flat land after that the trail is steep climb, with lots of bends and 50 meters steeply with rocky climbing to summit at the Kala patter (5545m). Today you will see the Everest Base Camp, the Khumbu Icefall, few lakes and outstanding Himalayas views including Mt Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516m), Nuptse (7864m), Pumori (7165m), Ama dablam (6814m), Thamserku (6618m), Kangtega (6783m), Cholaste (6335m), Tabuche peak (6495m), Lobuche peak (6090m), Lingtren (6713m), Khumbutse (6639m) and many more beautiful mountains. After climbing the Kala Patthar trek back to Gorak Shep then continue to Dughla little further cross the river where you will meet two trails - one left hand side trail go to Dingboche and right hand side lead to Pheriche. It is easy to walk in the valley to reach Pheriche (4260m). Overnight at teahouse
Day 12: Pheriche trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
Today’s trail descends to Debouche, rises through rhododendron forest to Tengboche. A long descent, leads back to Phunki Thenga before the climb to Sanasa (where the trail forked to Gokyo). The walk along the broad trail to Namche Bazaar is easy. Overnight at teahouse
Day 13: Namche Bazaar trek to Lukla (2840m)
Today's trail descend through the pine forests to Larja dobhan, the confluence of two rivers from where you can see Mt. Everest for the last time. After crossing the bridge at Larja Dobhan the trail descends for a while and then walk along the Dudh Koshi River. Crossing Dudh Koshi continue level walk to Jorsale. After Jorsale the trail lead a bit ascend after that re-crosses the suspension bridge, then short steep climb to Monjo (2835m). After Monjo the trail descend for a while then cross the Dudh koshi over the suspension bridge brings short easy level walk to Benkar after that a bit up and down level walk along the Dudh Koshi valley and re-cross the suspension bridge to reach at Phakding (2610m) After Phakding the trail lead a short descend and a level walk for a while then short steep climb up passes several Buddhist setups at Ghat village. After a short steep climb up to Thado Koshi then a bit descend and re-cross the small bridge then a steep climb up for a short distance and again re-cross the last long suspension bridge on this trek. The trail after the long suspension bridge leads the upwards route to Chheblung then follow uphill left hand side trail climbs steadily past a few local inns and houses then the trail follows through scrub forest above the school and houses of Chaurikharka village, then a final climb up of your trek about half and hour to reach to Lukla (2840m). Overnight at teahouse
Day 14: Lukla flight to Kathmandu (1350m)
Flights to Kathmandu are generally early in the morning so you may have a breakfast at teahouse early in the morning then check in the airport to fly back in Kathmandu (1350m). After arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to your Hotel then end your trip. Overnight at Hotel
Day 15: Rest and Buffer Day in Kathmandu
Lukla gets occasional flight delays during the main season. This may cause missing your international flights as well, so we recommend you to prepare accordingly. Lukla suffers from quick weather changes and that may affect inbound and outbound flights. We reserved this day for possible flight delays. If we have a timely flight on DAY 14, we can use this day for rest in Kathmandu. You can shop around local markets and walk around the city. Overnight at Hotel
Day 16: Depart Kathmandu or extend your trip
We will drop you at the airport by our private vehicle according to your airport time. It is recommended to reach the airport at least two hours prior to departure.
The Trekking Day
While you are on trekking, days begin with breakfast at the tea house you stay, you will need to pack up your duffle bags / trekking bag before breakfast, as porters will set off early. After breakfast approximately 2-3 hours of trekking you take a break for lunch somewhere in the trail. After a relaxing lunch, you typically spend around 2-3 hours or even more sometimes on the trail before reaching your stopping point. Throughout the day, you will take frequent rest beaks and take time to admire the fascinating mountains views. You take plenty of pictures of yourself with incredibly panoramic mountains, rivers, landscapes, prayer flags, temples, shrines, cairns, monasteries, etc. Once you arrive at your Teahouse, you take a brief rest or simply relaxing with a book and catching up on your diary. Dinner is generally around 7pm.
What you carry
Your baggage is restricted to 25kgs in two people. The duffle baggage is carried by porters and is not available to you during the day. Your day pack should contain all that you need during the day. This generally consists of warm clothing, water bottle, camera gear, sunscreen, lip salve etc. Your guide will let you know each evening of any extra items you will need for the following day. If you have a comfortable day pack you load will only be a few kilograms and hardly noticeable.
Food
Kathmandu part we include breakfast but trekking we include three meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) a day in tea house / lodges that you can choose from teahouse / restaurant menu but if you are on big group at that time your guide / team leader will choose the food for you. Meals are generally available Nepalese and continental on different taste in everyplace but you have to eat the meals in same tea house where you are going to staying at night but if you are staying in tented camp (Camping) then our cook prepare food and provide to you.
Accommodation
Accommodation in Kathmandu is on a twin share basis with private facilities. Whilst trekking accommodation is in Trekkers lodges / teahouses and is of a basic (normal) standard. Twin Rooms or multi share with basic shared toilet facilities. Hot Showers are available in some places, but they will charge directly to client when they ask for hot shower and if you wish to book tented camp (Camping trekking) instead of teahouse we will provide two men tent for two people to share the accommodation on tent camp.
Transportation
Transportation within Kathmandu valley is done with Cars or Jeeps, Van, Hiace, Coaster bus, Mini bus, Coaches depending upon the group size. In trekking region, transportation mean is hiking and in some cases Yaks / horses / mules / donkeys are used for baggage carriage. In this trekking route, hiking is the major mean of transportation while your baggage will be carried by porters and/or animals.
Trekking Staff
The Guide is in overall charge of the trek and looking after you. This is the person you should go to with all problems, concerns and questions. All our guides are trained in all aspects of trekking, conservation, high altitude medicine, and first-aid and emergency procedures. They are professionals selected for their knowledge and passion for Nepal and its peoples, remember they are local guides and their English may be basic and limited to trek-related topics.
Porters
Transport your duffle bags / rucksack – one porter for every two trekkers in Tea house trekking and camping (Tent camp) trekking it is depending on luggages/equipments that we need for your camping trekking.
Trek Grading
It is impossible to have a ‘foolproof’ grading system as everyone has different expectations and perceptions of their own fitness level. Remember that no trek in the Himalaya is a stroll as all involve going up and down at altitude and that altitude affects everyone differently. Regardless of age or fitness, preparation before you arrive is essential. Aerobic activity, swimming, cycling or brisk walking is recommended or, at the very least, walk up and down stairs in your trekking boots but some can do this trekking without did any preparation of trekking.
Money
It is best to bring a mixture of cash and traveler’s checks in major currencies-In Nepal, some of the currencies are banned for conversion and you must find the convertible currencies in Nepal. USD, CAD, EUR, and AUD are generally convertible. Ensure you have a mixture of large and small denominations.
You should exchange enough money into Nepalese Rupees to last the entire time of your trek before leaving Kathmandu. You can find the money exchange counters near your hotel and there are no exchange facilities in villages / trekking trails.
Tipping
Tipping is a personal and voluntary matter and tips are not included in the trip price but who will working for you, they are expect the trips so you can give trips directly to them at end of your trekking / tours and tipping is not any limitation so you can give trips as much you like if they will make you happy.
Insurance
Your Travel insurance is not included in the trip price. It is essential that you take out comprehensive travel insurance prior to your trek. Your travel insurance must provide cover against personal accident, medical expenses, emergency evacuation and repatriation (including helicopter evacuation) and personal liability. We also recommend that it cover cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects but our company is included trekking crews’ against personal accident.
Health
There are no specific health requirements for travel into Nepal. However, for the trekking in the Himalayas, you are in excellent health with average physical fitness and have positive attitude, self-confidence and strong determination, you can accomplish this trek successfully but you should consult your doctor for up-to-date information regarding vaccinations, high altitude medication and medications for any reasonably foreseeable illnesses whilst traveling in Nepal. Some part of trekking have a small health post for emergency treatment with limited equipments, limited health workers and medication. Be aware that some drugs, including anti-malarial, have side effects at altitude. Please discuss this carefully with your doctor.
Please be aware that you will be in remote areas and away from medical facilities for some time during this trip. We strongly recommend that you carry a personal First Aid kit as well as sufficient quantities of any personal medical requirements (including a spare pair of glasses).
Altitude Sickness
AMS (acute mountain sickness) is a serious issue. It is the result of the failure of the body to adapt to high altitude and can affect anyone, regardless of age or fitness. It usually occurs above 1,800 meters and the likelihood of being affected increases as you ascend. The way to reduce the affects of altitude is to ascend slowly, 300 meters per day above 3,000 meters until you have acclimatized. Poor acclimatization results in headache, nausea, sleeplessness, difficulty breathing and swelling of fingers and glands. The only cure for AMS is to descend to lower altitude and your guide’s decision on this matter is final. When you are planning to trek above 3,000 meters we recommend not walks faster. If you get altitude sickness please consult with your guide to go down at least 500 meters to recover.
Nepal Visa
Multiple entry visas are available on arrival at Kathmandu airport and all land borders except the citizens of Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, and Palestine, Afghanistan. Multiple entry visas can be obtained from the immigration points costing US Dollars 25 or other convertible foreign currency equivalent thereto for 15 days multiple entry visas, US Dollars 40 or other convertible foreign currency equivalent there to for 30 days multiple entry visa, US Dollars 100 or other convertible foreign currency equivalent thereto for 90 days multiple entry visa.
Packing for your Trekking
You will need to bring a comfortable medium-sized day pack to carry the things you will need during the day. This should have a waist strap or (better) a padded waist belt.
- Walking shoes / trekking boots
- Socks, several pairs of heavy wool outer socks and a few pairs of nylon inner socks.
- Some pairs of Pants, shirts, T-shirts
- Skirts med-calf to above the ankle
- Worm sleeping bag and jacket
- Water bottle and Trekker's bag
- Flashlight
- Toiletries (soap, towel, toothbrush, washcloth, paste, Comb and shampoos)
- lighter and Sunglasses
- Umbrella, raincoat (monsoon season)
- Hand bag / day bag
- Walking shoes with new waffle soles(monsoon season)
- Waterproof jacket.(monsoon season)
- Plastic sheeting for covering the bag (monsoon season)
- Shaving paraphernalia for men
- Woolen hat (high place or snowy place)
- Woolen sweater or down jacket (high place or snowy place)
- Woolen long Underwear (high place or snowy place)
- Good Trekking boots (high place or snowy place)
- Sun cream and Sandal for night
- Some other worm cloths.
- Some dry food
