Everest Base Camp - Kalapathar Trek

Everest Base Camp - Kalapathar Trek

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Everest Base Camp - Kalapathar Trek

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14 Days

Trip Overview

The Everest Base Camp trek stands as one of Nepal's most renowned treks, offering unparalleled experiences in the Himalayas. Its main allure is witnessing the towering presence of Mt. Everest, the world’s highest peak at 8848m, alongside other majestic summits like Ama Dablam, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, and Nuptse.

Beyond the mountain vistas, the trek immerses travelers in the vibrant Sherpa culture, visits the ancient Thyangboche Monastery dating back 500 years, explores the pristine wilderness of Sagarmatha National Park, and culminates with a sunrise spectacle at Kalapatthar (5643m) overlooking Everest.

Beginning in Lukla, the gateway to the Everest region, the trek culminates with a challenging journey to Everest Base Camp (5364m). Along the way, the trail winds through Sherpa villages adorned with terraced fields, charming hamlets, and lush forests of rhododendron, magnolia, and towering firs. Namche Bazaar, known as the Sherpa capital, offers a glimpse into modernity amidst the traditional mountain setting.

A highlight of the journey is the awe-inspiring Thyanboche Monastery, nestled in the Himalayan heartland. The ascent to Kalapathar (5643m) grants panoramic views of Everest and the world's highest peaks before retracing the route back to Pheriche and ultimately to Kathmandu.

The Everest Base Camp trek can be tailored to different times of the year and durations. This suggested 14-day itinerary prioritizes acclimatization and highlights, ensuring a memorable and safe trekking experience.

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Trip Information

Start : Kathmandu
Finish : Kathmandu
Difficulty : Moderate
Max Altitude : 5545M meters
Group Size : 1-10 People
Season : Spring / Autumn

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TRIP ITINERARY

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Food

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1400

After early morning breakfast, our guide will pick you up from the hotel and drive to the domestic airport terminal. Receive your boarding pass and fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m.) that takes about 35 minutes. The flight offers you close up views of the Himalayas and romantic landscapes of hills, farms and rivers.

On arrival in Lukla, you will begin 3 hours trek to Phakding (2640 m.). You start your trek from Lukla with a gentle climb up the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi River. Mt. Nupla (5885m) which can be seen in the distance is a peak atop the Kongde Ridge. You descend a mountainside path that merges into your route to Everest, with views to a wonderful valley to your right; and Mt. Kusum Kang (6367m.) to the far end. Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accomodation

LODGE

Elevation

3440

Namche Bazaar (3440m) is surrounded on three sides by mountain ranges and faces the Bhote Koshi to the South. Stay overnight at lodge.

For acclimatization you walk up to Khumjung where you can visit a monastery. You can also enjoy the splendid views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Tawoche, and Kwangde and so on. Or you can take an hour's walk up to Syangboche (3800m.) where Everest View Hotel is situated above Namche for outstanding views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accomodation

LODGE

Elevation

3867

As you climb through the forested zone, the incline eases and a splendid view appears. You continue climbing the mountainside diagonally until you come to the stone gate built by the lamas which marks your entry into Tyangboche (3860m). Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accomodation

LODGE

Elevation

4260

Dingboche is a beautiful patchwork of fields enclosed by stone walls protecting the crops of barley, buckwheat and potatoes from the cold winds and grazing animals. Stay overnight at lodge.

Elevation

4260

There are some breathtaking views of the North face of Ama Dablam as well as Lhotse-Nuptse ridge as you explore this beautiful valley that leads up to Island Peak. The walk is short with a good chance to relax in the afternoon. Another option is to hike up to Chhukum, where you can enjoy the panoramic view of Island peak, Ama Dablam, Makalu, Tawoche peak and others. Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accomodation

LODGE

Elevation

4930

The onward journey leads north for up to 50 minutes until you come to a Maniwall Stupa. The trail follows a downward path to Pheriche village. Today's walk offers views of the Mt.Tawache, Ama Dablam and to the north Pokalde (5741m), Kongma-tse (5820m) and the great wall of Nuptse. After two hours walk, the trail from Pheriche joins near Dugla (4595m) before a small wooden bridge over the river of Khumbu glacier. Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accomodation

LODGE

Elevation

5180

Trek up the valley following the rocky moraine path, view icy glacial ponds and icebergs down below of the Khumbu glacier. Gorakshep is the location of the original Everest Base Camp with the new camp being further up the valley. Now the trail winds through a rocky path and the Khumbu glacier. The view of Nuptse, Lho-La and Khumbu Tse appears in front of you. Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accomodation

LODGE

Elevation

5545

You accomplish an early morning climb to Kala Patthar (5545m.) and enjoy majestic sunrise and close-up view of Mt. Everest. From Kala Patthar you can have a panoramic view of Mt. Everest and many other mountain peaks like Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Mt. Khumbu Tse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku and many more peaks. Yaks are normally used to ferry daily essentials. Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

3867

Tyangboche is a small village with the famous Tyangboche monastery offering you striking views of Ama Dablam, lush green hills and river views. Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accomodation

LODGE

Elevation

3440

The walk from Tyangboche is mostly downhill on the main busy trail with a few steep climbs for an hour from the bridge at Phungitenga, near Shanasha. The walk to Namche is very scenic on a long winding path. En route you will visit traditional villages of Khumjung and Khunde. From Khumjung village another 30 minutes walk brings you to the village of Khunde. Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accomodation

LODGE

Elevation

2640

Trek from Namche Bazaar to Phakding (2640m.) takes about four hours. The trails descend steeply for about one and a half hours. After that, the path follows few ups and downs to Phakding via Monjo. Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

2886

Trek from Phakding to Lukla (2886m) takes about three hours. Your final day's trekking follows the Dudh Koshi back down to Lukla. Stay overnight in Lodge..

Food

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1400

You take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu.

Airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle
Trekking guide
One porter for every 2 trekking participants (1 porter carries 25 kilograms of luggage)
All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
Accommodation in teahouses (lodges) during the trek
Trekking equipments: Sleeping bags, down jackets, duffle bags, trekking poles, etc.
Entry permit for Sagarmatha National Park
Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) card
Local government entrance fee
Flight tickets from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu
Insurance and equipments for the guides and porters
First aid kit
Tax, VAT and our service charge
Rescue assistance (In case of emergency, we will organize prompt and professional rescue services. To arrange timely evacuation/rescue by helicopter, you must be well insured from a reliable travel insurance company that covers both helicopter evacuation and medical treatment cost.)
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening
Souvenirs (t-shirt, mug, pen, bag, etc.)

Personal nature expenses (Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages)
Travel insurance
Tips for involved staffs
Meals and hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (even in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking due to any personal reason than the scheduled itinerary)

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