Everest Base Camp Trek-17 Days l Churen Himal Treks
| Activity type: | Trekking |
| Activity level: | Easy/ Moderate |
| Availability: |
22 Oct 2024 - 7 Nov 2024 |
| Duration: | 17 Day(s) / Tour with fixed start dates |
| Price: | from $1669 |
Full description
Every year over 35 000 people travel to Nepal looking for an amazing and unforgettable experience. Trekking to Everest Base Camp is not only a great possibility to experience a romance of being so close to the highest mountain in the world, but is also a good first step on the way to fulfilling your dream of climbing Chomolungma. You will hike through Sherpa villages, forests of fir, rhododendron and cross high suspension bridges. At some point you will visit Namche Bazaar - a colorful, bustling market. Climbing above the treeline, crossing alpine pastures, glacial moraine and sensational views of Everest will not leave you indifferent.
The high season on Everest Base Camp tour is almost all year round except for the summer which is Nepalese monsoon season and it’s highly unlikely that you will get any views. If you are not a big fan of the crowds you may consider booking your trip during winter - it will be much colder than during the high season, but still doable. The temperatures on this trek vary greatly and change rapidly, but if you bring appropriate clothing with you, you have nothing to worry about. You do not need to have any previous technical climbing experience or even any altitude experience. However, you do need to be physically fit to be able to complete the trek and to fully enjoy the journey.
Price includes
- Airport transfers
- Services of an english-speaking guide
- Accommodation at basic tea house
- Gau Palika Trekking permit, Everest national park entry fees for Everest base camp trekking
- 4 Nights Accommodation at Mandala Boutique Hotel with Breakfast plan
- Two trekker : one porter policy
- Churen Himal trekking bag, T-shirt or cap, & trekking Map
- Staff daily wages, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation
- All applicable government taxes/ service charges
- Welcome dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant with Cultural program in Kathmandu
Not included in price
- Nepal entry visa fee
- International airfare
- Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu (except welcome dinner)
- All domestic flights and airport tax
- City tour in Kathmandu
- Full board meals ( BB,Lunch & Diner)
- Entrance fees for sightseeing/monument visit as per the itinerary
- Rescues, repatriation, medicines, medical tests and hospitalization expenses
- phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, mineral water and hot shower
- Items of personal nature, laundry expenses, tips
- Clothing packing items or bags, personal medical kit
- Personal trekking gear ( Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags)
- Any additional staff other than specified
- In case of natural calamities i.e. political unrest, cancellation of flight due to weather, landslides etc the extra charge should be born by themselves.
Service Provider
"Churen Himal Treks and Expedition Pvt. Ltd." was established in the year 2,000 AD, with a mission to guide all those who are willing to explore the real adventurous in Nepal Himalayas, Tibet, India, Pakistan and Bhutan. Our company offers a quality service in the field of mountaineering and trekking with the support of our team of professional, experienced, and energetic climbers and guides. The sole purpose of our company is to provide professional services in the field of mountaineering, peak climbing and trekking to every individual and group in the Himalayas who loves to be thrilled with the beauty of nature and adventure activities. This company is established as per the Nepal government’s company Act 2063 (Reg. No. 12915/056/057) and license No. 513/057 issued by the Department of Tourism. The company is also legally authorized from Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB), the central bank of Nepal in dealing with foreign currency and transaction with foreigners and members of domestic and overseas tourism travel agencies.
Location
Nepal, Khumjung, Eastern Development Region, Sagarmatha
Day 01
International Airport Arrival and transfer to Hotel.
Welcome to Kathmandu!
As you exit baggage claim/customs on arrival at Kathmandu Airport your airport representative will be waiting to greet you and transfer you to your hotel. Please just look for your sign-name. The airport is close to the city centre, but a drive might take a while because of the traffic, especially at rush hours.
Day 02
Sightseeing Of Kathmandu Valley
Today we will get to know Kathmandu a little better and visit some prominent city landmarks.
Day 03
Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and Trek to Phakding
Early in the morning we'll head for a domestic airport and board our flight to Lukla. The flight will take 30-35 minutes. Once we are at Lukla, we will meet our Sherpas. After a walk of around 3-4 hours, we will reach Phakding.
Day 04
Trek to Namche
At this day we will visit Namche Bazaar (the Capital Village of Sherpas) - the gateway to Everest Base Camp. Most of the day we will be walking uphill and cross the high suspension bridges. We will reach Benkar where we will be welcomed by gigantic Mt. Thamserku at the horizon. After that we will walk past the Mani Stone walls, the Buddhist Shrines and reach the Sagarmatha National Park entry gate.
Day 05
Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar
Altitude: 3860 m/12664 ft
Walking time: 3-4 hours
Today our acclimatization hike will take us to Syangboche. We start our hike with steep uphill walk all the way to National Park headquarters from where we have the opportunity to enjoy the majestic views of various Himalayan Peaks including Everest Lhotse and Amadablam. After we spend some time in Syangboche, we will descend back to Namche Bazaar for our lunch. We will have some free time to wander around Namche Bazaar, visit local bakeries and shops and do last-minute shopping (if required) to buy or hire any trekking gear you may need for the trek.
Day 06
Trek to Tengboche
Altitude: 3860 m/12664 ft
Walking time: 5-6 hours
The route on the way from Namche is unbelievably beautiful – the Dudh Kosi is far below and Thamserku, Kantega, Ama Dablam, Lhotse and Everest rise in front. Woods, rhododendron forests, Mani walls, chorten and suspension bridges across the river make this walk very lovely. The morning view from Tengboche is justifiably considered one of the most magnificent in the world.
Day 07
Trek to Dingboche
Altitude: 4 410 m/14 468 ft
Walking time: 4-5 hours
Stone steps lead down through rhododendrons, birches and conifers where if we are lucky we will see almost tame pheasants. At the bottom you will see the small village of Deboche and its nunnery, and the trail itself rises above the tree line and enters alpine meadows of juniper and profusion of wild flowers (in the summer).
Day 08
Acclimatization day in Dingboche
Altitude: 4730 m/15 518 ft
From Dingboche, the only place in the region where barley is grown, the mountain views are outstanding. An acclimatization day here can be used to hike up the Imja Khola to Chhukung. It is a small summer settlement from where the views of Island Peak (6,189 m), Lhotse, Ama Dablam and the fluted ice walls flanking the Amphu Lapcha pass are the highlights of the trek.
Day 09
Trek to Lobuche
Altitude: 4 900 m/16 076 ft
Walking time: 5 hours
Meadows and summer yak pasture lead toward the end of the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier with is a steep tough climb. There are stone monuments to six Sherpa who died in avalanche as well as monuments to other climbers. The sunset and the view from Lobuch are truly magnificent.
Day 10
Trek to Gorakshep and Hike to Everest base Camp
During the trek to Lobuche you will follow the broad valley running parallel to the Khumbu glacier. Once you reach the moraines of the Chagri Nup Glacier you will make a series of small ascents and descents over a rocky trail lined with cairns. Eventually it will lead to the glacial sands of Gorakshep, where we will be staying for the night.
Day 11
Hike to Kalapatthar then trek back to Pheriche
Altitude: 5 545 m/18 192 ft
In the morning from Gorakshep you will be able to see panoramic view of Mount Everest. We will start our climb to Kala Patthar early in the morning to enjoy sunrise at the summit as well as panoramic view of Mount Everest, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse and Mt. Ama Dablam. Also we will see a frozen lake and glacier on the both sides of it.
Day 12
Trek to Kenjuma
Altitude: 3 550 m/11 646 ft
To reach Kenjuma we will walk from Pangboche village to Tengboche monasteries where the trail is wide but with lots of ups and downs. On the way you can view natural greenery with the panoramic view of the mountains. Kenjuma is a small town which lies in the middle of the deep forest. If you get a chance you can see wild animals. From Kenjuma you can view the most beautiful panoramic view of Mount Ama Dablam, Mount Thamserku, Mount Lhotse and 38 peaks.
Day 13
Trek to Monjo
During the whole day we will have a hike from Tengboche and on the way down we will take a break at Namche bazaar. Then we will go down to the river basin and ascend to a nice Monjo village, where we will stay for the night.
Day 14
Trek to Lukla
Walking time: 5 - 6 hours
This day we will retrace through rhododendron and pine forests, past Benkar and Phakding to Chaunrikhara. After a short climb we will reach a small airstrip of Lukla.
Day 15
Fly back to Ramechhap from Lukla, then transfer to Kathmandu
An early morning flight from Lukla to Ramechhap from where you will be transferred to Kathmandu (it will take around 5 hours).
Day 16
Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square
One of the Kathmandu Valley World Heritage Sites, Patan is worth a visit. Most of Patan’s magnificent architecture dates to the late Malla era (16th - 18th centuries).
Bhaktapur is an important and fascinating World Heritage Site, made up of three large squares filled with shrines, temples and activity; Bhaktapur is the essential Newari city with some of the finest architecture in Nepal. Local people here are predominantly farmers or engaged in the traditional crafts. A fascinating place to explore!
Day 17
International Airport Departure Transfer
Departure transfer to airport to connect onward flight.
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