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Everest Base Camp Trip
Arrives Kathmandu 11th April 2010
Departs Kathmandu 28th April 2010
“Flights from Kathmandu into Lukla” . . . “rest day in Namche Bazar” . . . “views over the Khumbu Glacier” … emotive words that elicit excitement: and why? Because they are all inextricably linked to one mountain and one mountain only . . . Everest !
This excellent adventure follows in the footsteps of the mountaineering greats from the wonders of Kathmandu’s old Thamel to the dizzying heights of the Himalaya. And more than visiting the world’s highest mountain on this trek we also include the non-technical climb of Kala Pattar for what could be the best photo-call of your life!
The trek, popular as it is retains beauty and variety throughout its journey. Traveling along the course of the Dudh Kosi river we gradually climb through forests of rhododendron and magnolia. As we gain altitude and the temperatures drop we are rewarded with views of Himalayan scenery from the world’s greatest amphitheatre – Everest Base Camp.
Outline
Itinerary
Day |
Activity |
1 |
Arrive
Kathmandu. |
2 |
A quick, scenic and maybe exciting flight to Lukla followed by a short trek down to Phakdingma at 2500m. |
3 |
Commence trek … to Namche Bazar at 3440m – the Sherpa Capital, and stay two nights. |
4 |
Rest day in Namche Bazar 3440m (Rest days are vital for safe acclimatisation to altitude – but in order to be of best effect we will still go for a walk on this day). |
5 |
To Deboche. |
6 |
To Dingboche and stay two nights. |
7 |
Rest day in Dingboche 4350m taking in views of the spectacular peak of Ama Dablam at 6856m. |
8 |
To Dughla 4620. |
9 |
Lobuche 4930m. |
10 |
Gorak Shep 5160m and stay three nights. |
11 |
Climb to Kalar Patar 5545m and then back to Gorak Shep 5160m. With stunning views of Mt. Everest and the Khumbu Glacier – this really is the highlight of the trek. On the one hand you will feel an immense feeling of achievement as we drink views of the trek down the valley from where we have come. And ahead of us will be the photographic opportunity of a lifetime!. |
12 |
To Everest Base Camp 5600m – return to Gorak Shep. |
13 |
Commence the descent – to Pheriche 4243m. |
14 |
To Khumjung 3790m. |
15 |
To Lukla 2800m. |
16 |
Lukla to Kathmandu. |
17 |
Free day / sightseeing in Kathmandu. |
18 |
Flights home. |
Note: one or two extra nights in Kathmandu can easily be arranged upon request and will cost around £15 per person per night - and are well recommended!
Timing
This Nepal trek is a spring expedition with a view to getting the best of Nepali weather. You can expect brilliant sun rises, snow in the higher elevations, and below zero temperatures at altitude. Added to all this splendor will be the rhodendrons out in force!
Equipment
The kit list specifically required for this trekking expedition will be posted to you once booking is received. But in the meantime consider buying some good walking boots and start wearing them in . . . now. No technical kit is required, though a good 3 season plus sleeping bag will be much appreciated at the higher altitudes in the night time sub-zero temperatures.
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Level of Fitness
The Everest Base Camp trek is a fourteen day trek taking us to 5600m. It does not require that you have any previous trekking or mountaineering experience and neither does it require any technical skills. Experienced walkers and trekkers will manage this easily within their stride. Days will on average involve six hours walking time, though some may be shorter or longer according to weather conditions. The fitter you are the more you will enjoy yourself on the trek. If you don't normally get out much it is never too soon to start. Exercise regularly each week to develop your cardiovascular system and stamina. At weekends, go and explore some countryside, maybe take a pack and do some camping. As a rule of thumb, if you can comfortably hill walk 10 miles (16km) then you should be fine on this trip.
Roughing It
All our trips involve a degree of 'roughing it'. On trek, showers are available, though we are reluctant to encourage use for environmental reasons, unless they are electric. However, the facilities are generally good, and in our experience hygiene is of a high order in the tea houses in which we visit. Back in Kathmandu, the hotel we use is of a high standard: clean and comfortable and great places to relax, though not ostentatious.
Outline Itinerary Price (excluding flights) : UK £1290
Maximum number of places on this trip :
The number of places available on this trip is limited to a maximum of twelve (12) people.
Price includes :
- British trek leader
- Local specialist guides
- All accommodation
- All in-country transport
- Fully supported trek with porters
- Meals on trek
- Lost luggage protection with i-Trak
Not included :
It will not cover your meals when not on trek, such as when you are in Kathmandu, nor will it cover any individual sightseeing undertaken. Other items not included: travel insurance, passports, visas, inoculations, excess baggage, tips, and items of personal nature such as drinks, souvenirs and laundry. Hot showers are also extra when on trek. We recommend bringing another $20 US per day to cover meals not provided and snacks etc. This will easily cover it.
Flights
For best prices we would recommend checking prices with www.travelbag.co.uk, www.travelsupermarket.com, www.lastminute.com
Be sure to reconfirm all flights prior to departure. Also, if
you can stay a while longer - we'd well recommend it - there's plenty
more to do - we can help you arrange:
- Sight-seeing in Kathmandu
- Sight seeing flights to Everest
- White water rafting
- A visit to the Royal Chitwan Safari Park
- you won't regret an extra day or two spent
in this fine region!
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Travel Insurance
There are many travel insurers out there, and you are free to choose who you use for this trip. If you'd like a quick quote to give you some idea of cost try the Quote button below from Columbus Direct . . .
Booking
Please refer to our booking conditions.
This expedition is limited to a maximum of twelve (12) people. To gain a definite place on this expedition
a payment of UK£200 is required.
Payments can be made by sending a cheque made payable to Will4Adventure to 13, Spring Hill, Sheffield, UK, S10 1ET.
All payments should come with the following reference:
"your surname"/W4A/NEPEBC2010
To book
this trip, or for further information, e-mail me at will@will4adventure.com,
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