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Senior Citizens Everest Base Camp Trek

Kalapathar Trek

One of the famous treks in the World- Well designed Itinerary for Everest Experience Trekking!

Everest Base Camp trek is without doubt one of the most famous treks in the world. It takes you into the heart of the great Himalaya, with awe-inspiring views of many of the worlds highest and most beautiful mountains, Sherpa villages, home of the world's highest Buddhist monasteries and the highest peaks on Earth". The Everest Base Camp Trek is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see some of the most breathtaking sceneries.

It's taken millions of years and unimaginably powerful forces to create this mountain range; the Himalayas are literally what happen when continents collide. It's even so vast that it's changed our global climate system - and nowhere is it more spectacular than the Everest region.

The trip starts with an unforgettable flight from Kathmandu to the mountain airstrip at Lukla which is at the lap of the Himalaya. Trekking through Sherpa villages past cultivated fields and small villages, we follow the Dudh Kosi and climb up to Namche Bazaar. Above the tree-line the scenery is stark but spectacular. The incredible monastery at Thyangboche is a photographer's paradise, set against the backdrop of Ama Dablam, Everest and other huge, snow-capped peaks. With time for acclimatisation en route, our goal is Everest Base Camp on the Khumbu Glacier and the opportunity to climb Kala Pattar (5545m) for a breathtaking view of the highest mountains on earth.


Facts of the Trekking
Trip Name: Senior citizens Everest experience trek
Service during Trip:
Deluxe
Minimum Group Size:
from 1 Person & above
Activities:
Trekking, Hiking and Sightseeing
Maximum High Altitude:
5545m at Kalapattar (Black Rock)
Type of Trip:
Private
Meals during Trip:
Breakfast in Kathmandu & all meals during Trekking
Accommodation during Trip:
Hotels in Kathmandu and Lodges/Guest Houses in trek
Mode of Transportation:
Private Comfortable Car/van & domestic Flights
Trip Duration:
4th Nov. 2010 – 28 Nov 2010
Trip Route:
Kathmandu- Lukla-Phakding - Namche Bazaar – Thame - Khumjung - Tengboche- Dingboche- Gorakshep- Kalapatthar - Everest base camp- Lobuche - Pangboche – Namche Bazaar – Phakding – Lukla - Kathmandu
 


Itinerary in Details

Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu
Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, we will greet you at the airport and transfer you to the Hotel. Introduction with the staffs and brief discussion about the upcoming programs.

Day 02 : Kathmandu: sightseeing and trek preparation
The day will start with a guided tour of Kathmandu's historical and spiritual attractions; including the historic Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupati Nath, the famous 'Monkey Temple' (Swayambunath) and Buddha Nath, one of the largest stupas in the world etc.

Day 03 : Kathmandu - Lukla (40 min flight) – Phakding (2743m); 3-4 hour trek
After an early morning flight to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft) and final preparations, the trekking starts. From Lukla you'll pass Chaurikharka village and make a descent towards the Dudhkosi Ghat (2,530m/8,300ft). The trail follows the bank of the Dudhkosi River until Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft) is reached.

Day 04 : Phakding - Namche Bazaar(3445m): 5-6 hour trekking
Namche is the most prosperous and the largest town in the Khumbu Valley. A bazaar is held here every Saturday. The wares on display include meat, grains and vegetables, tennis shoes and trinkets as well as hand woven aprons and Tibetan boots. Thamserku (6648m), Kwangde Ri (6187m) and Khumbila (5707m) surround the natural bowl that Namche rests in. Halfway up the hill, a gap in the trees allows us to see Everest for the first time. If the weather is clear the top of the South-West Face will be just visible behind the long Lhotse-Nuptse ridge. A plume can often be seen stretching away from the summit.

Day 05 : Namche Bazaar: Rest day
We take the day off to allow our bodies to adjust to the rarefied atmosphere before ascending to higher altitudes. The secret of safe acclimatisation is to ‘climb high and sleep low’. It is safe for the more energetic amongst us to hike up the hill behind Namche to the airstrip at Syangboche, or stroll across to the museum behind the police post. Others may prefer to ‘chill out’ and watch cable TV (seriously), or visit one of the lodges for a freshly baked cinnamon roll and tea. Namche is a busy and bustling trading hamlet.

Day 06 : Namche - Thame (3801m).
After our day off we traverse west, enjoying marvellous view ofKwangde Ri and the waterfalls that cascade off its flanks. The trail stays high up on the bank of the Bhote Khose, and we wander through a yellow and white Rhododendron forest that comes into full bloom in early May. As we cross the river, we look back down the valley for beautiful views of Thamserku and Kusum Kangru (6369m), before ascending through more Rhododendron forests to pasture lands in front of Thame. This is the birthplace of Tenzing Norgay, the Sherpa who made the first ascent of Everest with Hillary in 1953. The hour-long climb to the cliff side monastery is well worth the effort. From this point, trekkers can skirt above the village to climb across the ridge in order to view the route to the Nangpa La, a pass to Tibet frequently used by the Sherpas and their yaks during the monsoon

Day 07 : Thame - Khumjung (3,791m).
We return back down the valley via Thamo, a hillside sanctuary, and then take a high trail that bypasses Namche and finally drops into Khumjung. This village is one of the most beautiful in Khumbu. The Himalayan Trust has a school here, as well as a medical post (for locals and trekkers) in nearby Khunde

Day 08 : Khumjung-Tengboche(3863m): 4-5 hour
The trail this morning descends to the Dudh Khosi(river). There are spectacular views of Ama Dablam (6696m) and Kantega (6779m) as well as Everest (8848m) and Lhotse (8501m). We cross the river at Phunki Thanga and climb through the afternoon amongst Rhododendron forest to the saddle at the top of the hill. Suddenly in front of us is Tengboche, the principal monastery of the Khumbu area; the views from here are unforgettable.

Day 09 : Tengboche - Rest/acclimatisation day.
This is another catch-up day for our bodies. Nearby ridges offer the opportunity for a half-day hike to get close-up views of Ama Dablam, whilst the monks usually give conducted tours around the monastery.

Day 10 : Tengboche-Dingboche (4412m): 5-6 hour
There's a slight descent early today through lush forest, before the 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.

Day 11 : Dingboche: Rest Day
There is one of two hikes from here. You may choose. The shorter option ascends the hill immediately behind Dingboche, to drop steeply down to Periche. The Himalayan Rescue Association operates a medical post here and the western doctors conduct excellent seminars on Altitude Mountain Sickness (AMS) here on most afternoons. The longer option is to trek up the Imja Tse valley towards Island Peak. The views of Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Cho Polu from here are outstanding. After a few hours the trekker terminus of Chukung is reached, and after a rest we return down the valley.

Day 12 : Dingboche-Lobuche(4931m): 5-6 hour
Today is a climb to Duglha (4,620m/15,158ft). From here there are stunning views of Tawachee and Cholatse (6440m) can be enjoyed. From here the trail goes up to Khumbu Glacier for an hour then left into the memorial area before reaching the village of Lobuche. (4,930m/12,894ft). By this stage the effects of the altitude will be kicking in and you can expect colder nights.

Day 13 : Lubuche-Gorak Shep(5100m): 2-4 hour
The trail continues climb to Gorak Shep. 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, Pumori and Ama Dablam you can get without climbing. Overnight in Gorak Shep (5,160m/16,929ft).

Day 14 : Gorak Shep-Everest Base Camp- Gorakhshep:
This day leads you finally to the Everest Base Camp (5,357m/17,575ft) walking through rocky and glacial trails where climbers gather for summiting Everest. Continuing the trek we'll return to Gorakh Shep for overnight.

Day 15 : Gorakhshep to Pheriche
The walk ascends until you reach a rocky spot; from there another uphill climb for half an hour brings you to Kala Patthar. From Kala Patthar one can see panoramic view of Mt. Everest and many other mountain peaks like Mt.Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Mt. Khumbetse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku and many more. After a short excursion and Photography, return back to Goprakh Shep. After breakfast, start trek to Pheriche. Trekking path gradually descends through the zigzag trail. There is located Himalayan Rescue Association Aid Post and foreign volunteer doctors are to provide medical treatment to trekkers as well as local people. Over night stay at lodge.

Day 16 : Pheriche-Pangboche:
The trek ends at Pangboche (3,860m/12,664ft), which lies on the bank of Imja Khola. Overnight stay at Lodge

Day 17 : Pangboche – Tyangboche (3870m)
Trek descends to reach Tyangboche (3870 m) in Khumbu. Overnight stay at Lodge

Day 18 : Tyangboche- Namche Bazaar: 5-6 hour
The walk from Tyangboche is mostly downhill on the main busy trail with a few steep climbs for an hour from the bridge at Phungitenga, near to Shanasha. The walk to Namche is very scenic on a long winding path. En route you will visit traditional villages of Khumjung and Khunde. There is an opportunity to visit one of its monasteries, the only monastery that has a Yeti Scalp. From Khumjung village another 30 minutes walk brings you to the village of Khunde, where you can visit the Khunde Hospital funded by Sir Edmund Hillary Trust. After Khunde, a scenic and pleasant walk brings you to Namche

Day 19 : Namche Bazaar- Phakding: 5-6 hour
Today the trail steeply descends to the Hillary Suspension Bridge and then continues on an easy natural trail. Overnight in Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft).

Day 20 : Phakding-Lukla: 3-4 hour
And finally today the trail will lead you back to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft). On arrival in Lukla you will have time to relax, stretch those sore legs and celebrate the completion of your trek.

Day 21 : Lukla- Kathmandu
After an early morning flight to Kathmandu, you will be received from the airport and taken to your hotel. Rest of the day is free for your shopping and relaxation.

(Extra few days can be added to this itinerary. A couple of days might be required in case of bad weather or if some of the given routes are too long and needed to be shortened on the spot. Please let me know)

 

Cost:
£ 2350 GBP per person for the entire program of around 22 days with arrival and departure days

Cost includes:
 All the international and domestic airport transfers
 Accommodation in 3 star hotel in Kathmandu on Bed and Breakfast basis
 Sightseeing in Kathmandu with guide
 All the entry permits for Sightseeing in Kathmandu
 Trekking Permit/Everest Region National Park Conservation Fee
 Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS)
 Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu flight tickets for clients and all trekking crews
 All the accommodation in best available guest houses during the trekking period
 Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trekking period
 Qualified and experienced trekking guide, Sherpa and porters services
 Accommodation, food, allowance, insurance and equipments for all trekking crews during the trekking period
 Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu air cargo services
 All the official paper works and taxes

Cost does not include:
 Personal and Travel insurance
 Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
 Expenses of personal nature and any bar bills
 Tips and gratuities

 

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