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Trekking in Nepal

Everest Base Camp Trek - 14 Days

Whatever it's namesake - be it Sagamatha or "sky head" to the people of Nepal; Chomolunga or "mother goddess of the earth"- Mount Everest never fails to evoke dauntingly epic imagery in the minds of individuals around the world. Larger-than-life, all-encompassing mountain scenes envelop awed and adventurous trekkers making their voyage through enchanting valleys and trails stocked with unique flora and fauna. Spotting these trails are Sherpa villages, Buddhist monasteries and smiling faces - ALL greeting trekkers amid the background of Ama Dablam, Lhotse and Mount Everest.

 
Detailed Itinerary

DAY ONE: Free Day in Kathmandu
A short city tour (4 hours), enjoy the day in Kathmandu - Nepal 's capital city - and prepare for the next day's Mount Everest trek.
Overnight Accommodations : Hotel/guesthouse
Meals Included : None

DAY TWO: Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding :
In the morning, take a spectacular 40-minute flight from Kathmandu to Lukla - perched at 2865 meters (9400 feet) in the Khumbu region of Eastern Nepal - providing unforgettable views of the terraced landscape and river valleys below, as well as up-close perspectives of some of the world's highest mountains followed by a trip to Phakding (8700ft, 2650m). After an easy afternoon's scenic walk, set up camp for an overnight stay near Phakding.
Overnight Accommodations : Tea house
Meals Included : None

DAY THREE: Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Voyage through the magnificent forests of rhododendron, ending your nature-filled journey at Namche Bazaar (7 hrs from Phakding). While passing this long and often-steep passage, experience both the serenity and scenery of blue pine forests, firs, and junipers - all serving as the foreground to the beautiful backsplash that is Mount Everest .
Overnight Accommodations : Tea house/hotel/guest house
Meals Included : None

DAY FOUR: Day of Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar
Enjoy the beauty of Namche's quaint village as well as the friendliness and hospitality of its local people. Trekkers may also visit the local museum containing exhibits displaying the area's native flora and fauna as well as the history of the Mount Everest region.
Overnight Accommodations : Tea house /hotel/Guesthouse
Meals Included : None

DAY FIVE: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Participants begin their trek with awe-inspiring, unforgettable views of Mount Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse , Cholatse, Kantaiga, Ama Dablam and Thamserku. This stretch of the trek (approximately 3 hours) is quite an easy walk from Namche to Phunki, followed by a three-hour ascent towards Tengboche.
Overnight Accommodations : Tea house
Meals Included : None

DAY SIX: Tengboche to Pheriche
Journey towards Pheriche and trek through forests filled with of a variety of lush trees - birch, conifers and rhododendron. This picturesque trail dips down to Devuche, crossing the Imja River before climbing up to Pheriche where there is an HRA Trekkers' aid post and possible medical assistance (should it be required).  
Overnight Accommodations
: Tea house
Meals Included : None

DAY SEVEN: Day of Acclimatization in Pheriche
Acclimatize for trekking. Follow the invaluable suggestions/advice of guides while taking short journeys to Dingboche and Chhukung while simultaneously experiencing the various but beautiful views of Himalayas.
Overnight Accommodations : Tea house/Guesthouse
Meals Included : None

DAY EIGHT: Pheriche to Lobuje
Continuation of ascent, climbing up to the terminal debris of Khumbu Glacier - crossing the row of stone monuments: established in the memory of six Sherpa who perished as the result of an avalanche at Lobuje.
Overnight Accommodations : Tea house
Meals Included : None

DAY NINE: Lobuche to Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar
Enduring a climb of approximately two (2) hours to arrive at Gorak Shep where you are treated to yet another beautiful view of Mt. Everest and Pumori - reaching Kala Patthar (within two hours of trekking). Once observing one of the most up-close and formidable views of Mt. Everest from Kala Patthar, return back to Gorak Shep for an overnight stay.
Overnight Accommodations : Tea house
Meals Included : None

DAY TEN: Gorak Shep to Lobuje
Walk along the Khumbu Glacier and up to the Everest Base Camp (5380m) - the closest destination reachable without proper mountain-climbing equipment. Here, enjoy the spectacular view of the Khumbu Icefall from the world-renowned Mount Everest Base Camp before descending to Lobuje for the evening.
Overnight Accommodations : Tea house
Meals Included : None

DAY ELEVEN: Lobuje to Dingboche
Enjoy a gentle, view-filled descent from Lobuje to Dingboche
Overnight Accommodations : Tea house
Meals Included : None

DAY TWELVE: Dingboche to Namche Bazaar
Further return-descent to Namche Bazaar - once again traversing the beautiful, prismatic forests of blue pine and rhododendron.
Overnight Accommodations : Tea house / Guest house/Hotel
Meals Included : None

DAY THIRTEEN: Discover Namche Bazaar
Spend this day resting and adjusting to yet another altitude while discovering and exploring Namche Bazaar.
Overnight Accommodations : Tea house/hotel/guest house
Meals Included : None

DAY FOURTEEN: Namche Bazaar to Lukla
An easy walk down to Lulka for the final night's stay in the Khumbu region - participants can explore Lukla, a rapidly changing portion of the Himalayas .
Overnight Accommodations : Tea house/hotel/guest house
Meals Included : None

DAY FIFTEEN: Lukla to Kathmandu
Take a return flight from Lukla to Kathmandu where participants can kick up their feet and relax at a hotel; taking time to reflect on the journey behind them
Overnight Accommodations
: None
Meals Included : None

This is a sample itinerary and may be changed to accommodate changes in field conditions.

Arrival: Kathmandu
Departure: Kathmandu
Trip Duration: 15 days
Trip Leader: Tour Leader, Local Guides
Group Size: 2-12 (Average 6)
Food Included: No meals included
Meal Budget: $180-$280

Accommodations: Hotels/Guesthouses/tea houses (13 nights)

Transport : Plane, Bus, Taxi
Best Season: February to June, September to December
Trek Rating: Moderate to Strenuous