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EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK 2017

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EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK OCTOBER 2017 A. Details B. Overview C. Route Map D. Itinerary E. Cost Inclusion F. Cost Exclusion G. Important Notes H. Health / Fitness / Training I. What to Bring J. Travel Insurance K. Meals and Accommodation L. Passport and Visa Information M. Mode of Payment N. Contact Information

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DETAILS

Price: US$ 1400 per person Activities: Sightseeing & Trekking Trek Duration: (OCTOBER 7 – 22’ 2017)15 days + 1 buffer day Trek style: Lodge trek Trek Grade: Moderate to Adventurous Trek route: Kathmandu-Lukla-Namche-Tengboche-Gorekshep-EBC-Kalapatthar-Namche-Lukla-Kathmandu Altitude: Maximum- 5545m at Kalapatthar Accommodation: Standard Hotel in Kathmandu & Lodge on trek Meals: Bed & Breakfast in Kathmandu and full meals while on trek Transportation: Private car and flight Group Size: 4 to 12 pax

TRIP OVERVIEW Trek to the base camp (5,320m / 17,450ft) of the highest mountain in the world is an extremely popular activity for trekkers from all over the world. The activity offers breathtaking views of Mount Everest ((8,848m / 29,021ft) and its neighboring mountains. Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek is an incredible experience where one gets to have magnificent views the spectacular Himalayan scenery and immerse with the interesting lifestyle, culture, and tradition of its residents. Along the way, you can explore some museums, Buddhist monasteries, and culturally preserved Sherpa villages. Though the glacier moraine EBC does not have views of Mount Everest it instead offers great views of the Khumbu Icefall and its surrounding mountains. Another highlight of Everest trekking is the hike to Kala Patthar or Black Rock, which has the most dramatic view of Mounts Everest, Pumori, Nuptse, and several more peaks. The journey to the EBC begins with the scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla leading to Dudh Kosi Valley along the Sherpa villages. The iconic spiritual prayer rocks and daunting suspension bridges are but few of the numerous occasions you’ll find yourself amazed. Children in the local villages will often rush over to greet you Namaste and so do not forget to give them sweets.




ROUTE MAP




ITINERARY DAY 01: October 7' 2017 Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft) Upon arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuwan International Airport, At that time we will introduce you to your trekking guide and Sherpa. If your flight arrives on time, we’ll take you to one of the most popular local restaurants with delicious Nepalese food, cultural music and ethnic dance. This will give you a glimpse into the different ethnic groups of the country. If you arrive late in the evening we can do this the next day. DAY 02: October 8' 2017 Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft) We drive to airport early in the morning as per flight departure time to take our flight to lukla(2,800m). It is scenic flight about 35 minutes which gives you a perfect site of mountain range. Once you are at Lukla airport, meet our other trekking member there and breakfast at the lodge. By the time prepare luggage for the Porters then walking starts through the stone paved trails towards Bhaisekharka. It is few up downs to get in to Phakding passing through plenty of prayer Rocks (Mani in local language). After getting in to the lodge at Phakding, fresh up and short walk to the village or hike up to the Gompa to get acclimatize. Stay overnight at the lodge. DAY 03: October 9' 2017 Trek to Namche Bazzar (3440m/11,283ft)

After hot breakfast at your lodge, the trail leads towards the suspension bridge and easy uphill to the Monju from where Sagarmath National Park begins. After short National Park formalities, drop down to the river, cross another suspension bridge and continue walk to the high Hilary Bridge at the bottom of the hill. After The bridge the trail leads uphill to the Namche Bazzar. On the way you will have great view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Kusum Khangru and more with Beautiful valley. Stay overnight at the Lodge.




DAY 04: October 10’ 2017 Acclimatize day Today you explore the Museum, visit Khumjung village and Khongde village where you can enjoy the views of Mt. Everest and surroundings peaks with Sherpa culture. You can also visit Thame which is old Sherpa village as an option. Remaining of the day you can explore Namche Bazzar where you can use Internet, visit National Park head office, Museum and monastery as per your interest and time. Stay overnight at Namche. DAY 05: October 11 2017 Trek to Tengboche (3,867m/12684ft) After breakfast at the lodge at Namche, the trail leads short up towards ridge and easy way to Kyamjuma then descends slightly to Dudhkoshi at 3250m. After that a steep ascent will bring you to the famous Tengboche monastery, with its picturesque background of Ama Dablam, Mt. Everest and other peaks. Stay overnight at lodge. Day 06: October 12 2017 Trek to Dingboche (4,358m/14,295 ft)




We hike half an hour down to riverside though lush forest, across the river and take a gradual climb up to the valleys highest year round settlement of Pangboche (3,860m/12,664ft). Continue ascending in the afternoon through alpine meadows and yak herds, eventually reaching Dingboche. Over night at Lodge.

DAY 07: October 13' 2017 Acclimatize Day Today we again acclimatize at Dingboche as second acclimatize day on this trip. You may hike up to Chhukung towards to Island peak or explore Dingboche valley or hike up to Chhukung Ri or relax. Over night at Dingboche.

DAY 08: October 14' 2017 Trek to Lobuche(4,928m/16164 ft) After breakfast at the lodge the trail leads through the valley and get in to the bottom of the hill from where uphill begins to get in to Dugla. After that the trail continue climb upto the ridge where many memories of Sherpa who died on the glacier of Mount Everest. The the trail gently climb up to the Lobuche for overnight.

DAY 09: October 15’ 2017 Trek to Gorak Shep-Everest Base Camp-Gorak Shep (5,320m/17,450ft EBC )/ (5,160m/16,929ft Gorekshep ) The trail continues climb to Gorak Shep, check in to Mt. lodge, lunch and start your hike to EBC. This day leads you finally to the Everest Base Camp (5,357m/17,575ft) walking through rocky and glacial trails which is the most wonderful renowned place of this trek. After visiting the Everest Base Camp you will return to Gorak Shep (5,160m/16,929ft) for overnight.

DAY 10: October 16' 2017 Hike to Kala Pattar - Pheriche (5550m/18,204ft Kalapatthar)/ (4,358m/14,295 ft. Pheriche) Today early morning your leader will knock your door to wake up you and you will take a dark climb up to the Kala Pattar. It takes a couple of hours to walk up to the famous viewing point of Kala Pattar (Black Rock) at 5,545m/18,192ft ; this small peak offers the best views of Mt.Everest, Nuptse, Lotse, Pumori and Ama Dablam. The views are golden along with sunrise and then back to its original color of white snow capped. Explore sunrise with Everest as long as you




Want then hike back to Gorekshep, breakfast and will retrace back to Pheriche for overnight. DAY 11: October 17' 2017 Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11,283ft) After hot breakfast at the lodge, the trail drops easy downhill through the dry valley till Pangboche village. Then the trail drops to the riverside and cross a bridge and continues up through the pine and juniper forest to Tengboche. The trail descends to the Dudhkoshi River and continues up to Kyungjuna. Finally an easy walk leads you to the Namche bazzar for overnight where you will have really hot shower which is the best after few days having no shower. Stay overnight at the lodge. DAY 12: October 18' 2017 Trek to Lukla (2,652m/8,700ft) After breakfast at the lodge, the trail drops downhill through the pine forest till to the bridge and continue walk to the Monju. Again some formalities has to be done at the check post of the National park at Monju then continue walk to the Phakding for the lunch. After that your last day of the trek continue to the Lukla. Stay overnight at the lodge. DAY 13: October 19' 2017 Fly to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft) Normally flights are always in the morning due to the weather. So guide will do all airport formalities by the time you can have a breakfast at the lodge. Your luggage will get in to the airport already with the help of our sherpas and porters. Once guide get news about your flight arrival at Lukla airport, will call you to watch how the small aircraft get lands in to the small airstrip. After quick photograph, get in to the airport and straight away get in to the plane to fly out to Kathmandu. Once you are at the airport at Kathmandu, guide will assist to get in to your Hotel by private vehicle.

Day 14: October 20' 2017 Kathmandu Valley sightseeing (1,300m/4,264 ft) After breakfast, you will begin a city tour of Kathmandu where you will see the main attractions of the valley. On this tour you will visit the Boudhnath Stupa, Pashupatinath temple, Swyambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), and Kathmandu Durbar Square (the old palace). After finishing the city tour, we will meet again to




check your clothing and trekking equipment (sleeping bag, down jacket and trekking boots). This evening will be spent in Kathmandu. Day 15: October 21' 2017 Buffer day just in case flight problem from Lukla Weather in the Himalayan mountain region can never be predicted precisely. If the weather is adverse the previous day, the flight which solely depends on Weather factor could be cancelled on the scheduled day, so a buffer day is also required. If things go as planned, then you could spend this day to simply relax or do souvenir shopping to bring home to your friends and loved one DAY 16: October 22' 2017 Final departure Today is the last day of the trip with us. If you would like to extend your holiday with us, we will help you if you require otherwise we will assist you to the airport as per your flight departure time. If your flight is late evening, you can do last minute shopping or manage your photos of the trip then final departure from the airport.




COST INCLUSIONS: • Arrival and Departure by private vehicle • 3 nights twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast (1 night before the trek and 2 night after trek) • One day Kathmandu valley Guided city tour by private vehicle • TIMS permits and Sagarmatha National Park permits • Round-trip Domestic Flight tickets Kathmandu to Lukla and return • Airport transfer • Airport tax • English speaking guide and his entire expenses • One porter (Sherpa) and his entire expenses • Three times meals during the trek (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) • Tea/Coffee served in a cup • Accommodation during the trek • Sleeping bag and down jacket • Trekking route Map • Water purified drops • Local tax

TRIP COST EXCLUDES: • International airfare • Excess baggage charges More than 16kg and hand bag more than 5 kg in domestic flights. • VISA Fees •Travel Insurance that cover high altitude trek • Entrance fees to Monument areas in Kathmandu (On a tour) • All kinds personal nature expenses mineral water/coke, beer, laundry • Snacks/battery charging/phone calls/Hot shower • Tips for the staff • Meals during stay in Kathmandu.




IMPORTANT TRIP NOTES & ACTIVITIES Pleased acknowledge that you are joining us for the adventure trip in the remote Himalayan region, where weather conditions, health and fitness of the member or unexpected natural disaster can compel us to change the itinerary and if so you have to understand it but we would try our best to keep the suggested itinerary as per the original schedule. Your safety and satisfaction of the trip is our prime concern while travelling with us and we ensure you our best team, logistics, professional services to make sure that you would have an amazing trip of a lifetime with us. Also note that our trip leader deserved the final decision if the trip has to amend, change the route or cancel due to the extreme conditions for the safety precaution. However, he will try his best to ensure that the trip runs as According to the stated plan but be prepared for flexibility if necessary.

TRAIN YOURSELF This trip requires walking on maximum altitude above 3500m – 4200m from sea level for the duration of 4 to 5 days. So it is very essential that you should be preparing for this trek before reaching to join us at our trek date at Kathmandu. The best preparation you can do is to hike, even if it is under gym conditions. Running will help your stamina but does not fully prepare your muscles for a strenuous hike. Go for walks. It is advisable to go for frequent walks which should include some uphill and downhill sections if possible in your surroundings. Take your daypack with you with at least a weight of three kilograms or more. This will simulate the conditions you will encounter while on your trekking with us. Join a gymnasium. Ask your gym instructor to work out a fitness program that consists of progressive resistance exercises. An experienced instructor will be able to tailor a safe exercise regime based on your age, condition and strength. Work with a schedule that progresses to higher resistance or weights as you develop your fitness.

VISIT YOUR MEDICAL DOCTOR Please do visit your medical doctor, consult him before heading to such altitude trekking destination. Those who have a problem of heart, lung, respiratory or blood should talk with their medical doctor and take his reference and report us before planning this trip with us. We deserve not to take those on our trip who are having such medical conditions.




WHAT TO BRING Head: Sunglasses with UV protection,Sun Hat,Lip balm Upper body: T- Shirts (2),Light and expedition weight thermal tops, Fleece jacket or pullover, Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional), Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket, Down vest and/ or jacket Hands: Lightweight gloves, Heavyweight gloves/ mittens with a waterproof outer shell Lower body: Underwear (4), Hiking shorts (2), Lightweight cotton long pants, Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms, Fleece or wool pants, Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants Feet: Thin, lightweight inner socks (4), Thick, warm wool hiking socks (4), Hiking boots with spare laces Camp shoes (sneakers and/ or sandals), Gaiters only for winter) Accessories: Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F, Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries, Small padlock or combination lock, Basic First Aid Kit, Large plastic bags- for keeping items dry inside trek bag, Day pack (you will carry your own small daypack), Water bottles (2), Hiking poles/ walking sticks Toiletries: Soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothbrush etc, Ear plugs, Small wash towel Extras: Camera with extra batteries and cards/ film, Binoculars, Sun hat or scarf, Light balaclava or warm fleece hat, Reading book, Guide book, Journal & Pen, IPod & Travel games (i.e. cards, chess, and backgammon)

TRAVEL INSURANCE You should have travel insurance to be adequately protected in terms of insurance. A travel insurance policy that should cover cancellation, injury, death, lost baggage, theft, liability, medical treatment and expenses is strongly recommended. Make sure the insurance covers all the activities that you will be undertaking during your stay in Nepal. If a client becomes ill, all hospital expenses, doctors' fees and repatriation costs are the client's responsibility. If you are injured and unable to travel, you can ask for a rescue helicopter from a remote area only if you have definite proof you can pay for it. They pay a cash deposit to the helicopter operator and collect the money from you if you have been rescued. Be sure your policy specifically covers those.

MEALS AND ACCOMMODATION In Kathmandu we use tourist standard hotel to ensure a comfortable stay and relaxed environment before and after your adventure. All breakfasts are included at the hotel in Kathmandu. Rooms are generally twin share – depending on group size and room availability, triple share may be offered up on your request. A single supplement room is available at an additional cost for accommodation and required expenses during the trek to provide good quality food and services. For breakfast you expect to have porridge, toast or chapattis, omelet and local bread. We will provide all meals on full board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and tea & coffee) from the teahouse menu during the trekking period. Whilst trekking on the Everest, the accommodation is in guesthouses or Lodges which are basic with shared facilities. Some lodges offers shower and mostly offers bucket hot water up on request. During the trip you can expect for 2 times hot shower.




PASSPORT & VISA INFORMATION Nepal visa is the easiest to obtain; you may acquire your Nepal visa at your nearest Nepalese Embassy / Consulate or mission offices abroad or get this upon your arrival in Kathmandu. Requirements are two (2) passport-size photographs, visa fees in USD ($), and passport valid for at least six (6) months before the start of the trip. The visa fees range from $25 for 15 days, $40 for 30 days, and $100 for 90 days.

MODE OF PAYMENT AND RESERVATION Since EBC is a famous trekking destination where a lot of trekkers make their way to Nepal, there is so much that planes to Lukla can accommodate. In order for us to secure your round-trip Lukla flights on your preferred schedule, we require 20% down payment of the total cost of the package. We accept payments through bank deposit.

CONTACT INFORMATION Should you have more questions, please visit our website for more details or drop us a line either by email or by phone. Email: [email protected] Mobile: +63.917.796.3892


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