Everest Trekking
- Grade: Moderate Plus
- Max Altitude: Kalapatter 5,545 m.
- Accommodation: Hotels/Lodges/Camping
- Trip Duration: 22 Days Trek
- Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu
- Transport: Car /Van/Flight
- Season: Spring and Autumn
Everest Trek is not only the excitement for the mountaineers but it also a dream for normal people who wants to see and feel it by close distance in their lifetime. The trek is not only to see the Mt. everest, you can view closely Sherpa villages, Buddhist monasteries, Sagarmatha National Park that has become exclusive for trekkers since its opening for foreigner in 1950. Everest trekking has been popular after Sir Ed. Hillary and Tenzing Norgey conquered it in May 1953.
The trek also starts from Lukla by catching a flight from Kathmandu, otherwise Jiri a market town and the gateway to the Solukhumbu region is the starting point of this trip. It takes few days to reach Junbesi, lower part of Solukhumbu and beautiful alpine region of Solu is waiting to be watched on the way. From Junbesi the trek continue onwards amongst and alongside the regions famous inhabitants the legendary Sherpas. These hardy people have carved an existence since time immemorial from the frozen landscape. Passing through Sherpa villages and Monasteries, the next destination will be Gokyo Ri, Kallapathar and Everest base camp. From Gokyo Ri and Kalapattar, there are splendid views of Everest along with Nuptse, Lhotse and huge high mountain range. A further five days needed for descending to Lukla for fly back to Kathmandu.
Everest Trekking Itinerary |
Day 01 Kathmandu / Jiri
Day 02 Jiri / Deorali
Day 03 Deorali / Sete
Day 04 Sete / Junbesi
Day 05 Junbesi / Nunthala
Day 06 Nunthala / Khari Khola
Day 07 Khari Khola / Puiyan
Day 08 Puiyan / Phakding (2640 m.)
Day 09 Phakding / Namche Bazaar (3446 m.)
Day 11 Namche / Tyengboche (3867 m.)
Day 12 Tengboche / Dingboche (4343 m.)
Day 13 Dingboche / Lobuche (4930 m.)
Day 14 Lobuche / Gorak Shep (5140 m.)
Day 15 Excursion to Kalapatter (5545 m.) back to Gorekshep
Day 16 Gorekshep / Everest Base Camp (5364 m.) / Lobuche (4930 m.)
Day 17 Lobuche / Pheriche (4240 m.)
Day 18 Pheriche / Tyengboche (3867 m.)
Day 19 Tyengboche / Kumjung (3789 m.)
Day 20 Khumjung / Phakding
Day 21 Phakding / Lukla
Day 22 Lukla / Kathmandu
NEPAL EXTENSIONS
There are varieties of interesting extensions you might choose to add on either before or after your trek:
*Rafting in Nepal *Wildlife Safari *Canyoning
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Expenses For The Trip: The cost for the trek or tour you decide you want to do will depend on several different factors. The types of accommodation you prefer in Kathmandu and during the trek will make a difference to the overall cost (Budget to 5 star accommodations). The mode of transport you prefer will also affect the cost of your package trip, for example prices vary greatly between flying versus private car/van, tourist or local buses. The camping trek and teahouse trek made a difference in the cost. The number of guide, assistant guides and porters required will also affect the total cost of the trek. For these reasons on the same trek/tour can vary in price quite substantially. |
Tea-house Lodge Trek Cost Includes:
* All land transportation: Airport /Hotel/Airport & trekking pick up & drop.
* 1 Full day 4/5 hours sightseeing with professional English speaking tour guide & temple entry fees.
* 4 Night’s hotel accommodation in Kathmandu at Bed & Breakfast basis.
* 3 Major meals and accommodation at best available teahouse lodge during the trek en-route.
* 1 English speaking trekking guide, necessary Sherpa & Porters.
* Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages.
* Per member 25 Kg. luggage allow while in the trekking.
* Trekking Permit & National Park permits Fees.
* Air Ticket: Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu with airport tax.
* Medical Kit Box for Nepali support crews.
* All official taxes and service charge.
Camping Trek Cost Includes:
* All land transportation: Airport /Hotel/Airport & trekking pick up & drop.
* 1 Full day 4/5 hours sightseeing with professional English speaking tour guide & temple entry fees.
* 4 Night’s hotel accommodation in Kathmandu at Bed & Breakfast basis.
* All 3 major meals and accommodation in tented camp during the trek.
* 1 English speaking trekking guide, 1 Cook, Kitchen boys, necessary Sherpa & Porters.
* Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages.
* Per member 25 Kg. luggage allow while in the trekking.
* Trekking Permit & National Park permits Fees.
* Medical Kit Box for Nepali support crews.
* Air Ticket: Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu with airport tax.
* All official taxes and service charge.
The Cost Doesn’t Include:
* Personal transportation except above programs.
* Major meals lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
* Personal trekking gears as well as sleeping bags.
* Personal Nature expenses.
* Emergency evacuation (If incase).
* Drinks except tea and coffee.
* Airfare: to & from your country.
* Nepal entry, re-entry visa fees & international airport departure taxes.
* Personal travel insurance.
* Tips for the trekking crews.
Related Trips in Everest Region
Everest Base Camp Trekking Everest Kalapatthar Gokyo Ri Trekking Gokyo Lake Trekking Everest Panorama Trekking Salpa Pass Trekking Rolwalling Tashilapcha Pass Trekking Lho La High Altitude Trekking Everest Renjo La Pass trek
