EBC Trek and Flyback by Heli

Detail Itinerary

• Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1300m) and transfer to hotel

  - The representative of Oriental Journeys will welcome you at airport and transfer you to the hotel.
  - At the evening we will provide you detail about the travel plan.
  - Introduction with guide and trek preparation
  -Overnight stay at hotel in Kathmandu

• Day 02: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (35 min) and trek to Phakding (2651m)- 3 hrs

  - We will catch early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (Tenzing Hilary Airport)
  - Lukla is the starting point of Everest trekking.
  - The other member of the team will join us from Lukla
  - Then we start trekking from Lukla to Phakding.
  - The trek offers a close view of the sacred mountain peak called Mt. Khumbu.

• Day 03: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m) - 7 hrs

  - The trekking continues from Phakding to Phakdine that passes through a pine forest along the Dudh Koshi river.
  - After crossing the suspension bridge, we enter at Sagarmatha National Park. - - The trek continues towards Jorsalle and having lunch.
  - Then the trail descends steeply upwards to Namche bazaar.
  - Namche bazar is a beautiful valley and also known as the capital of Sherpa people.
  - We can learn about Sherpa culture and lifestyles in Namche bazaar.
  - Beside sherpa culture, we will get majestic view of Mt. Everest.
  - Overnight stay at Namche bazaar.

• Day 04: Acclimatization day in Namche

  - This particular day is separated for acclimatization in Namche to avoid possible high altitude sickness.
  - We will hike to the Everest viewpoint just above the Namche bazaar.
  - We can further visit Sherpa Museum to get information about Sherpa culture in details.
  - We can further see the footprint of Yeti in the Musuem and many other historical information about the mountain.
  -Overnight stay at Namche

• Day 05: Trek to Tengboche (3870m)- 6 hrs

  - We continue our trek to Tengboche along with some ascending and descending trails via rhododendron forests.
  - After reaching at Phungi Thanka, we will have lunch.
  - Then we descends down to Tengboche.
  - Tengboche is a beautiful place which offers magnificent views of the different mountain like Lhotse, Nuptse, Amadablam including Mt. Everest.
  - Overnight stay at lodge in Tengboche.

• Day 06: Trek to Dingboche (4360m)- 5 hrs

  -The trek continues from Tengboche to Dingboche.
  - The trekking trail is quite easier today and we trek through the rhododendron forests.
  - We will descend downhill and reach at Pangboche after crossing Imja River.
  - We can see monastery after some trek from Pangboche. It further provides fabulous views of Mountain along the trekking trail.
  - After crossing Imja valley, the trek ascends to Dingboche, a beautiful village famous for the summer settlement of Yak grazing.
  - We can further oversee Yak grazing in the village .
  - Overnight stay at lodge in Dingboche.

• Day 07: Second Acclimatization day in Dingboche

  - Today is the relaxation day but we recommend to stay active and do moderate walk and hike.
  -In Dingboche, we can get chance to know about the villagers and their unique culture and lifestyles.
  - We can further explore the beautifully cultivated field of barley, wheat, buchwheat and potato.
  -Overnight stay at hotel

• Day 08: Trek to Lobuche (4940m) - 6 hrs

  - The day starts with a moderate climb to Duglha.
  - Then we continue our ascending treks towards Chupki Lara that goes to Khumbu glacier moraine and we witness beautiful peaks from there including Khumbutse, Lingtern, Pumori and Mahalangur Himal.
  - Then the trail moves ahead to Lobuche

• Day 09: Trek to Gorakshep (5170m) and EBC- 8 hrs

  - Today, the we move towards Everest Base Camp.
  - We will continue our trek through some ascend and descend trails mostly on a glacier path.
  - During the trekking, we will find many beautiful Himalayas and majestic peaks like Nuptse, Khumbutse and Pumori will welcome us.
  - We get back to Gorakshep and overnight stay at lodge.

• Day 10: Trek to Kalapathhar (5545m) for the most beautiful sunrise view and fly back to Kathmandu by Helicopter

  - Today, we walk a bit early and walk to Kala Pathar in the dark with cold temperature.
  - After 2 to 3 hours trekking, we reach at Kalapatthar.
  - The view of Mt. Everest is really great from Kalapatthar. We will get full enjoyment from Everest view.
  - After this, we trek back to Gorakshep.
  - Then we will take a Helicopter tour and the helicopter take the way of serene waters of the Gokyo Lake and lining view of the trails.
  - After viewing the fabulous view of Mt. Everest, we will fly back to Kathmandu.
  - Overnight stay at Kathmandu

• Day 11: Departure to your next destination

  - Today is your last day at Nepal, the land of heaven.
  - We will drop you at airport a few hours before the scheduled flight.
  - Fly back to your home

Dates

Cost Includes

• Airport Pick up and Drop
• Hotel Accomodation in Kathmandu for two nights with breakfast
• Teahouse accomodation during the trek
• All meals ( breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
• All the transportation on a comfortable vehicle as per the itinerary
• Domestic flight (Kathmandu-Lukla_Kathmandu)
• Entrance fees for sightseeing/ monument and temple visits according to the itinerary.
• Trek leader and assistant trek leader services -english speaking and government licensed holder.
• Porter Services
• Helicopter expenses as per the itinerary
• Staff cost including their salary, insurance, domestic airfare, equipment and food and accomodation.
• Trekking map
• All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (TIMS, National Park Permit)
• Medical Kit ( carried out by your trek leader )
• All government and local taxes  

Cost Excludes

• Trekking equipment any type of personal expenses
• Alcoholic Beverage drinks, phone and Laundry
• Emergency Rescue and Travel Insurance, Trip Cancellation cost accident or Health, Loss Theft or Damage and personal effects.
• Hot Shower
• Entrance Fees any kind of Temples, Monastery etc
• Tips and Gratuities

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