A wonderful opportunity for an introductory trek through the heartland of Sherpa country to view the highest mountain in the world. Leaving Lukla we follow the Dudh Kosi River up to Namche Bazaar with spectacular bridges along the way. The stunning scenes from the view point here at the Sherpa capital will rival any place in the world. The trail then carries on following the Imja River up to Tengboche with the monastery situated majestically on the ridge above the valley looking up to Mt Everest - known locally as Sagarmatha, "the mother goddess of the snows". Following the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hilary, traditionally climbers stop here to be blessed at the monastery for success on Everest. There is opportunity to seek the mountain fauna including pheasants, Himalayan Thar, Musk Deer, eagles and snow cocks. In Kathmandu you will have a chance to see the finest Newari architecture, experience the hustle and bustle of the medieval type markets and most of all enjoy the hospitality of the wonderful Nepali people.
Minimum Altitude
2630m.
Maximum Altitude
3867m.
Season:
Sep to Jan and March to Jun.
Total days
12 days.
» Itinerary Details:
Day 01: Arrival kathmandu International Airport meet Ghale Treks and Tours airport representative, welcome transfer to hotel and rest of the day free for leisure. Overnight at hotel. Day 02: Full day guided sightseeing around world heritage sites inside Kathmandu valley. Hotel Overnight. Day 03: KATHMANDU - LUKLA - PHAKDING.
Early morning transfer to airport for flight to Lukla. The flight into Lukla is a lifetime experience, in itself. The airfield is on a slope and the difference between the two ends of the runway is about 60 meters!
Meet with your sirdar and the rest of the crew. You will need to identify your luggage, which is to be made into loads, and then while you have lunch your crew will load these onto pack animals or get it ready for your team of porters. After lunch, trek for a few hours along the Dudh Kosi River to the village of Phakding 2800 m & Camp or Lodge overnight. Day 04: PHAKDING TO NAMCHE BAZAR.
The trail continues north up the Dudh Kosi valley to Jorsale, where the trail officially enters the Sagarmatha National Park. There is an entrance station just beyond the village where trekking permits are checked and National Park fees collected. Continue along the trail, crossing the Bhote Kosi River to begin the steep climb up to Namche Bazaar 3500 m., the administrative center of the Sagarmatha National Park and the hub of Sherpa society. Remember to look out for glimpses of Mt. Everest from the trail on the way to Everest! Overnight the Camp or Lodge. Day 05: NAMCHE - THAME
A moderately easy and beautiful walk to the village of Thame 3800 m., situated at an important junction along the old primary trade route to and from Tibet via the Nangpa La (pass). The trail leads west past a large array of prayer flags and mani stones - some of them very picturesque. After the village of Thomde the trail descends to the river and makes a steep climb to Thame. Camp or Lodge Overnight. Day 06: THAME – KHUNDE
Morning visit to Thame Monastery, then trek to the serene Sherpa village of Khunde. Camp or Lodge Overnight. Day 07: KHUNDE – TENGBOCHE
The trail leads past the large Sherpa settlement of Khumjung and then descends deep into the Dudh Kosi Valley at Pungki Thanka. The trail then ascends the right flank of the Dudh Kosi valley to Tengboche at 3870m., home to the famous Tengboche Monastery, spiritual center of the Khumbu. The climb is long but, more than adequately compensated by views of Mt. Amadablam and on clear days views of Mt. Everest and it surrounding peaks. Amadablam means "Mother's Charm Box" and is named after the little box that Sherpa women wear around their necks. It is also one of the most beautiful mountains in the Himalaya. Camp or Lodge Overnight. Day 08 Tengboche
Early morning watch sunrise and everest mountain views, after breakfast visit to Tengboche Monastery, hiking near of tengboche over night at Tengboche.
Camp or Lodge Overnight. Day 09: TENGBOCHE – NAMCHE
The trail descends steeply towards Pungki Thanka and another steep climb to Namche Bazaar. Camp or Lodge Overnight. Day 10: NAMCHE - LUKLA Down along the gorge of the Dudh Kosi to the small mountain airstrip at Lukla to catch your return flight to Kathmandu. Weather permitting your trekking crew might prepare a farewell treat for you. You would be expected to join in the singing and the dancing! Overnight Camp or Lodge at Lukla. Day 11: LUKLA – KATHMANDU
Fly to Kathmandu (Extra day for the flight schedule / Free day in Kathmandu). Transfer to Hotel. Day 12: Final Departure.
Departure, Transfer to airport flight onward.
Including on Cost 01 Lodge trek with all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and accommodation in tea house lodge.
02 Conservation Fees.
03 Sleeping bag if necessary.
04 A trekking guide
05 All applicable taxes and service charges.
06 Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu airfare (Guest and Guide).
08 Accommodation, meals, insurance, equipments, salary and allowances of guide.
10 Airport transfer Does not include on Cost: 01 Bottled drinks (mineral water, any clod drinks, and alcoholic drinks) while on trek.
02 Your travel insurance and emergency evacuation.
03 Personal tips.
04 Airport Tax
05 Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, telephone calls, bar bills, etc.
