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Senior Citizens Everest Base Camp Trek |
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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 |
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Itinerary in Details
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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 |
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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 |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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). |
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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. |
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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. |
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16 : Pheriche-Pangboche:
The trek ends at Pangboche (3,860m/12,664ft),
which lies on the bank of Imja Khola. Overnight stay
at Lodge |
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17 : Pangboche – Tyangboche (3870m)
Trek descends to reach Tyangboche (3870 m) in
Khumbu. Overnight stay at Lodge |
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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 |
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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). |
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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. |
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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) |
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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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