Everest Base Camp Trekking Itinerary

This itinerary is based on the trekking package of globalholidaysadventure.com

5/8/2015

Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu. O/N at hotel.

• Arrive at Kathmandu Tribhuwan airport (1300m), Where Our Global Holidays Adventure's representative meets you,transfer you to hotel near by Thamel. We will explain about your program in evening time. Overnight at hotel with BB basis.

Day 02: Trek preparation & Sightseeing at Kathmandu valley, O/N at Hotel.

• After morning breakfast you will meet with trekking and tour guide, then you will have sightseeing of world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley including: Kathmandu durbar square, Swayambhunath Temple, Boudhanath stupa and Pashupatinath Temple with our Professional tour guide. Overnight at hotel with BB basis.

Day 03: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2652 m), 3/4 hrs, O/N at Guesthouse.

• Transfer to airport at early in the morning for Lukla flight. Flight for Lukla is a lifetime experience in itself. THe airfield is at high elevation and the difference between the two ends of the runway is about 460 meters. Overnight at Guesthouse with BLD basis.

Day 4 Trek to Namche Bazar (3440 m), 5/6 hrs, O/N at Guesthouse.

• Today, we follow the Dudh Kosi, ascending through Himalayan pine and Doedar cedar forests, to the celebrated village of Namche Bazaar. Namche bazaar is a historic trading post where Nepalese and Tibetan traders exchange salt, dreied meat and textiles. Besides being a superb place to shop for traditional crafts,

• Namche remains the central trading post in the Khumbu, attracting Himalayan and lowland merchats. We will spend two days in Namche for acclomatization, visit local markets and spend time with your team. On the hike we capture our first glimpses of Everest and neighboring peaks. Overnight at Guesthouse with BLD basis.

Day 05: Acclimatization day in Namche, O/N at Guesthouse.

• This day is reserved for acclimatization and a very slow ascent into thin Air. After breakfast we will start the ascent towards Khumjung. The trail ascends above Namche Bazar and passes through Syangboche (3720 m) where the local airport is located. From a hill top above the airport, you will get your first views of Taboche Peak, Lhotse peak, and Ama Dablam. On arrival at Khumjung(3,780 m), you could visit the Hilary school before stopping for lunch at one of the tea houses. After lunch we will continue ascending the foot path to Khunde (3840 m), here you could visit the local hospital before the 2 hours ascent back to Namche Bazar. Namche Bazar is Known as the gateway of the Everest region, visit the local museum where you can see the traditional custom of the Sherpa peoples. We will spend a second night in Namche. Overnight at Guesthouse with BLd basis.

Day 06: Trek to Tengboche (3860 m), 5/6 hrs, O/N at Guesthouse house.

• The flat and easy trail leads towards the view of Mt. Everest, then descends deep into the Dudh Koshi valley at Pungki Thanka, from here it ascends the right flank of the Dudh Kosi valley to Tengboche Monastery (3860 m). It is the spritual center of the Khumbu. We can see Mt. Everest, Amadablam and its surrounding from khumbu.Overnight at Guesthouse with BLD basis.

Day 07: Trek to Dingboche (4410 m), 5/6 hrs, O/N at Guesthouse.

• Descend through a beautiful forest then cross the Imja khola and trek through the village of Pangboche (3900 m), Perhaps today is the most interesting trekking because you will not lose altitude like on other days and you will enjoy views of Mt. Amadablam, Mt. Lhotse & other peaks, the route continues through pastures to Dingboche, Known as the ' summer valley'. Overnight at Guesthouse with BLd basis.

Day 08: Second Acclimatization day, O/N at Guesthouse.

• This would be your second acclimatization day that requires about 6 hours of trekking to an altitude of 5100 meters. After breakfast we ascend Nagerjun (5100 m), a hill located on the flanks of the Chhukung valley directly above Dingboche. The main aim is to climb high and sleep low. The foot path becomes steep at times, resulting in a physically challenging day- ascending the hill could take up to 5 hours at altitude. From this altitude there are good views of Lobuche East (6119 m), Lobuche west (6145 m), Taboche Peak (6367 m), Thamserku (6608 m), Kangtega (6685 m) and Ama Dablam (6856 m). On a clear day you could even see Makalu, the world's fifth highest mountian, including great views of the Pheriche valley. After a short rest we will start the descent back to Dingboche - the walk at altitude takes about 2 hours. After lunch you should take a well deserved rest, afternoon tempratures could drop rapidly as the sun sets over the mountain tops. We will spend a second night in Dingboche. Overnight at Guesthouse with BLD basis.

Day 09: Trek to Lobuche (4910 m), 5/6 hrs, O/N at guesthouse.

• Trek along a broad valley floor to Dughla, passing the Trekker Aid post at Pheriche (4240 m), staffed by western volunteer docters and supported by the Himalayan rescue association which offers treatment and consultation to trekkers. Continue up the valley, gaining altitude. Come out of the valley to descend to the yak pastures if Lobuche (4910 m). Overnight at Guesthouse with BLD basis.

Day 10: Trek to Everest Base camp (5160 m), then return to Gorepahep, 5/6 hrs,O/N at Guesthouse.

• After a short climb through meadows, look down on the Khumbu glacier. Straight ahead is Kalapattar, the best vantage point to view the entire south face of Mt. Everest and the surrounding peaks. After couple of hours we will get at Goreksheep, and continue our journey to Everest Base camp. There is not much elevation gain, but there are a lot of ups and downs, combined with altitude, this can be a tiring portion- but the journey is worth it.After 3 hrs of hiking we will arrive at Base camp and enjoy views of the Khumbu Glacier and icefall, where Everest expeditions begin, Overnight at guesthouse with BLD basis.

Day 11: Hiking to Kalapattar (5545 m),

• The best viewpoint to witness Mt. Everest and the spectacular Himalayan range. Then we trek back to Gorekshep for hot breakfast and then descend to Pheriche (4210 m). Overnight at Guesthouse with BLD basis.

Day 12: Trek to Namche, 6/7 hrs, O/N at guesthouse.

• Easy walk along the Imja Khola, short climb to Tengboche, descend Pungki Thanka and complete steep to Kyangjuma and easier trail to Namche. Overnight at Guesthouse with BLD basis.

Day 13: Trek to Lukla, 6/7 hrs, O/N at Guesthouse.

• The trek continues along the Dudh Koshi river to the small mountian airstrip at Lukla where you will catch your return flight to Kathmandu. Overnight at Guesthosue with BLD basis.

Day 14: Fly back to Kathamndu (1337 m), O/N at hotel. Evening time farewell dinner.

• After 30 minutes scenic flight we will reach to Kathmadnu. Overnight at hotel with BB basis.

Day 15

• Leisure day in Kathmandu or flight delay at Lukla due to the bad weather (For Everest Trekking often twin Otter is the primary mode of transport form and to Lukla. The flight is depend on the weather. Sometime flight (to and from Lukla ) may be canceled due to the bad weather condition of Mountain or technical problems. So we recommend one leisure day). Â Overnight at Kathmandu hotel. (Breakfast Included).

Day 16: Transfer to Airport.

• Transfer to airport for your home country or onward destination.

Thanks You Everyone.

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