Nepal Eco Treks (P.) Ltd.
Everest Base Camp Trekking
The Everest base camp trek that combines the thrills and the challenge for adventure enthusiasts follows the path of the medieval trans-Himalayan trade route and passes through the some of the most magnificent mountain scenery on earth. Justifiably this Everest base camp and Kalapathar trekking is one of the most popular treks in Nepal, famous, not only for its proximity to Mount Everest and the high profiles of the mountains in the region but also for the home of legendary Sherpa people, picturesque villages, diverse ethno-cultures, colourful festivals and monasteries. The cultural setting of Khumbu has intimate connection with Tibetan Nyingma Pa Buddhism. Beautiful monasteries scattered all around the area justify that it was a home for famous Buddhist saints in the past.
The trek starts with the flight to Lukla, the gate way to Everest region. The trail follows Dudhkosi Valley to Namche, a colorful Sherpa town well known as one of the trading places in High Himalayas as far as up to Tibet. The view of Mount Everest from Tengboche Monastery is fascinating. Higher up the Khumbu Valley, the trail heads to Kalapatthar ( 5445m. ), the best vantage point on earth for the stunning views of 360-degree Himalayas panorama including the world's highest peak Mount Everest. The trek on which we spend most of our time under the shadow of the Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and Thamaserku peaks in our journey to Everest base camp and Kalapathar has been selected among the world's top 20 classic Journeys of Lifetime by the Observer, UK.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu 1300m
Day 02: Kathmandu
Day 03: Fly to Lukla 2800m ¾ hr Phakding 2600m 5 hr
Day 04: Namche Bazaar 3450m 5 hrs
Day 05: Rest day (Thame Valley)
Day 06: Tangboche 3860m 6 hrs
Day 07: Dingboche 4400m 4 hrs
Day 08: Rest day (Chhukung Valley)
Day 09: Lobuche 4900m 5 hrs
Day 10: Gorakshep 5150m 4 hrs
Day 11: Everest Base Camp 5337m Lobuche 4900m 8 hrs
Day 12: Pangboche 3950m 3 hrs
Day 13: Namche Bazaar 3450m 6 hrs
Day 14: Phakding 2600m 4 hrs
Day 15: Lukla 2800m 4 hrs
Day 16: Fly to Kathmandu 1300m ¾ hr
Day 17: Depart.
The trek starts with the flight to Lukla, the gate way to Everest region. The trail follows Dudhkosi Valley to Namche, a colorful Sherpa town well known as one of the trading places in High Himalayas as far as up to Tibet. The view of Mount Everest from Tengboche Monastery is fascinating. Higher up the Khumbu Valley, the trail heads to Kalapatthar ( 5445m. ), the best vantage point on earth for the stunning views of 360-degree Himalayas panorama including the world's highest peak Mount Everest. The trek on which we spend most of our time under the shadow of the Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and Thamaserku peaks in our journey to Everest base camp and Kalapathar has been selected among the world's top 20 classic Journeys of Lifetime by the Observer, UK.
Trekking Information
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Trekking Map (Click to Enlarge)
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu 1300m
Day 02: Kathmandu
Day 03: Fly to Lukla 2800m ¾ hr Phakding 2600m 5 hr
Day 04: Namche Bazaar 3450m 5 hrs
Day 05: Rest day (Thame Valley)
Day 06: Tangboche 3860m 6 hrs
Day 07: Dingboche 4400m 4 hrs
Day 08: Rest day (Chhukung Valley)
Day 09: Lobuche 4900m 5 hrs
Day 10: Gorakshep 5150m 4 hrs
Day 11: Everest Base Camp 5337m Lobuche 4900m 8 hrs
Day 12: Pangboche 3950m 3 hrs
Day 13: Namche Bazaar 3450m 6 hrs
Day 14: Phakding 2600m 4 hrs
Day 15: Lukla 2800m 4 hrs
Day 16: Fly to Kathmandu 1300m ¾ hr
Day 17: Depart.
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