Mt. Everest Base Camp Trek has been a popular destination for trekkers since the very first expeditions to the Nepalese side of Everest in the 1953. A trek designed to get you real close-up to the base of Mt. Everest (The highest mountain on earth, mother goddess of the world), we have devised this two week trek to Everest Base Camp which runs directly to and from Lukla.
The Everest Region is located in the northeast of Nepal and protected by Sagarmatha National Park. The trek starts with 30 minutes flight from Kathmandu, the best mountain flight on planet. The second you reached at Namche Bazaar (entry gate of Everest region), with one extra day at Namche Bazaar we proceed to Tangboche it has biggest monastery in this region with beautiful paintings, you will see monks are chanting and praying, you will have great views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Amadablam, Mt. Towache, Mt. Lhotse and more. We then follow quite easy walk through birch and rhododendron forest unless we cross the suspension bridge in Imja Khola and slightly climb up to Pangboche then to Dingboche. After one more rest day we continue walking to Thukla and then to Lobuche. About 3 hours walk from Lobuche takes you to Gorakshep (5167m) which is highest point you will sleep on this trek. Next day with early wake up you will have chances to climb up to Kalapathar (5545m) which offer fantastic views of Everest and khumbu glacier. You will enjoy different feelings on your way back to Lukla with different shape of mountains.
Program Outline
Trekking Days -› (12)
Total Days -› (16)
Min. Altitude -› (2600m./8530ft.)
Max. Altitude -› (5550m./18209ft.)
Overall Walking Per Day -› 5/6hrs
Route Nature -› Lodge [Tea House Trek]
Difficulty -› Medium
Best Season -› March, April, May, September, October, November, December.
Day 01: Kathmandu (1400m) Pick up then Transfer to hotel and handle check in. Short briefing that afternoon followed by orientation walk. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02: Sight seeing: Around Kathmandu valley: The holy place of Pashupatinath temple, Shoyambhunath temple, Boudhanath Stupa & Kathmandu Darbar Square), arrange the necessary permit for Trekking and Climbing. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 03: Morning fly to Lukla (2800m) The 30 minutes flight gives you excellent views of high mountains ranges and beautiful valleys. Same day we trek about 3 hrs to Phakding (2600m) passing through many Sherpa village and great view of the Kusum Kangru (6369m). Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazar (3440m) Walking about 6 hrs. Situated in an amphitheatre, the capital of Khumbu towers above the two great valleys – Dudh Kosi and Bhote Kosi. We pass through several villages and beautiful valley along the DudhKisiRiver. As we reached to the Manjo (2800m), we have to check our National Entry Permit at their office. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 05: Namche Bazar. Acclimatization day which gives us time for a sightseeing tour or an excursion towards the village of Thame or Khumjung, which has fantastic views of Mt. Thamserku (6608 m), Ama-Dablam (6856 m), Mt. Lhotse (8510m), Mt. Everest (8848m), Mt. Nuptse (7861m), Island Peak (6189m), Tobuche (6367m) and many mountains. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 06: Trek to Tengboche (3870m) Walking about 5 hrs. Our journey starts to walk with sunshine great views of the Everest, Lhoste, Nuptse and Ama Dablam. Steep descent towards a bridge over the Dudh Kosi at (3250m), which is deepest valley after Namche and Before Base Camp and then climb up a zigzagging path through rhododendron bushes. Some superb mountain sceneries towards Tengpoche, famous for its legendary monastery, the largest in Khumbu. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 07: Trek to Dingboche (4389m) Walking around 5 hrs. An easy descent through woods towards a suspension bridge over the Imja Khola river, then a steady climb up to Pheriche via Pangboche (3930m) that houses the most ancient monastery in the region and continue to Dingboche. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 08: Acclimatization day Explore to the ChhukungVillage. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 09: Trek to Lobuche (4910m) Walking about 5 hrs. The trail starts from the easy walk but is little bit difficult walk cause of high altitude. After 3 hrs walking distance, the trail starts to climb up to the Memorial Camp and continue to Lobuche. Visit to Italian Research Camp, views of many mountains including Nuptse, Pumori (7165m), Khumbu Ice Fall etc. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 10: Early morning trek to Gorakshep (5160m) Walking around 3 hrs and same day trek to EBC (5362m), waking around 5 hrs then back to Gorakshep. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 11: Trek to Pheriche (4240m) About 6 - 7 hrs.Morning climb up to Kala Pathar (5545m / Best view point) and trek down to Pheriche. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 12: Trek to Tangboche (3860m) Walking around 4-5 hrs. Quite easy to go down. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 13: Trek back to Namche (3440m) Walking around 5 hrs. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 14: Trek to Lukla (2830m) Walking about 6-7 hrs. Quite long walk but easy. Overnight at lodge.
Day 15: Fly back to Kathmandu. Free day for shopping. Overnight at hotel.
Day 16: Departure Transfer to airport for final departure to onward destination.
Map
Short Itinerary
Day 01: Kathmandu (1400m) Day 02: Kathmandu / sightseeing Day 03: Lukla / Phakding (2600m) Day 04: Namche Bazaar (3440m) Day 05: Namche Bazaar/ rest day Day 06: Tengboche (3870m) Day 07: Dingboche (4389m) Day 08: Dingboche / acclimatization day Day 09: Lobuche (4910m) Day 10: Gorakshep (5160m) Day 11: Pheriche (4240m) Day 12: Tengboche (3870m) Day 13: Namche Bazaar (3440m) Day 14: Lukla (2800m) Day 15: Kathmandu Day 16: Departure
Heightlights of Everest Base Camp Trek: Cultural tour in Kathmandu, best experience of mountain flight, walk through Sherpa villages and see their culture, visit monasteries and temple, best views of highest mountain on earth, view of Mt. Thamserku, Ama-Dablam, Lhotse, Mt. Everest, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Pumori etc. Best experience with local helpers and Guide.
Fix Departure
Sep 2011: 23 Oct 2011: 7, 16, 26, Nov 2011: 6,15,26 Dec 2011: 03, 17
Price Per Person (Subjected to Change) - 1287 US $
Price includes/Does not include
Cost includes:
Pick up and drop from international airport.
Kathmandu accommodation (as per your request)
All land transfer as per given itinerary
Sightseeing tour with experience local guide
National Park Conservation entry permit fees
Accommodation:
Teahouse (twin sharing basis room)
Meals (3 meals / B.L.D) while on the trek
Experienced English speaking guide / leader, necessary experience local helpers
All program according to itineraries on full board
Wages, food, accommodation, equipment, insurance and other facilities to staffs
Cost excludes:
Nepal entry visa fee
Travel insurance
Medical evacuation in case of emergency
Personal expenses
All bar bill
Expenses of personal nature i.e. soft/hard drinks, tips etc
It was a pleasure to deal with Subin Thakuri, the agency's owner and leader. A young and bright Nepali I am proud to call a friend.
The Kangchenjunga trek I did with UAT was fabulous, thanks to my fantastic and dedicated guide Ang Phuri and his competent and also dedicated team of porters and cook. These guys bent over backward and went way beyond the call of duty to make sure I was alright at all times.
The Kangchenjunga region offers so much from great views of Himalayan giants to unmatched bio-diversity, wonderful inhabitants, fascinating culture and relatively few tourists, unlike the Everest or Annapurna treks that I also did in the past and who are very crowded these days. Kangchenjunga is the Himalaya's best kept secret, eastern Nepal is relatively isolated, some say it's like Nepal was in the early seventies before trekking became very popular, so go see it before it becomes as popular and crowded as Everest!
Not a day goes by without some pictures of Kangchenjunga appearing in my head, making me wish to come back to Nepal as soon as possible, for its mountain but also for its people.
It is very hard to go to Nepal and not fall in love with it...
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Jill Danne -
Subin Thakuri and his team from Utmost Adventure lead us on the most incredible and memorable trekking experience of a lifetime. Our 14 day hike through the Everest region in Nepal (from Lukla, across the Chola Pass, and to the Gokyo Lakes) was carefully planned to accommodated all 8 members of our walking group (ranging from 28-65 years of age). I could have never imagined spending this time with such caring, responsible, knowledgeable and fun trekking guides. I would highly recommend this trekking company to anyone wishing to experience this special part of the world. We visited the most beautiful sites, met the most lovely people, and came away with new friends, knowledge, and an overwhelming sense of achievement. In particular, I was most impressed with our guides attention to safety. Our Mr sherpa's were absolutely fantastic and managed to carry all of our luggage with smiles and singing voices. Thank you Utmost Adventure for everything you have done for us! I have absolutely no doubt that we will return for another 'Utmost Adventure' in the very near future.
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Matthew Baker - England
Thanks to Utmost
I walked the Kathmandu Valley Trek in February 2010. All staff were highly professional & great company. The route was interesting & the staff knowledge very good. They are also very funny guys.
All accommodation was arranged by Utmost & of a very good standard. They also arranged a tour of Kathmandu to see Temples etc.
I have no hesitation to recommend Utmost to anyone. I even tasted their own cooking I live to tell the tale!
Matt Baker
Peter - Australia
The team of Utmost Adventure are fantastic, Mr. Subin Thakuri young guys is very well organize, the Guide Temba Sherpa and local helpers are amazing, one of best experience in my life. Gokyo valley is one of best place to trek….
Christian (Monorojo) - Holland
Subin and the rest of the team are awesome guys with a good understanding and an even better expertise in what they are doing. Definitely a recommendation!!!! `keep up the good work and see you guys soon.
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Monorojo - Holland
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Nicolas Gerardo -
I got the chance to trekk with Temba around Annapurna for 15 days, it was an incredible experience, amazing mountain views, meet dozens of people on the way and had a lot of fun drinking some beers after long-day walking days and crossing the Thorung La at 5416m !!! The experience was unique and Subin and all the guys working in Utmost provided me with everything I needed and more. Absolutetly recommendable company and guides to trek around.
Lena - Denmak
We have been trekking form Lukla to Everest Base Camp, Kalapathar, Chola pass and Gokyo and it was a great trip. On this trip it is very important to have a good guide, and we were very happy with this tour. We have had a good feeling about the way he guided us and everything went safe and great. You can have a good trust in this agency they will take good care of you.
We hope that you will have a good trekking and enjoy the big mountains and the beauty of Nepal.
Mt. Everest Base Camp Trek has been a popular destination for trekkers since the very first expeditions to the Nepalese side of Everest in the 1953. A trek designed to get you real close-up to the base of Mt. Everest (The highest mountain on earth, mother goddess of the world), we have devised this two week trek to Everest Base Camp which runs directly to and from Lukla.
