September 2017: Mount Everest Base Camp
- By Monika Paris
- Posted June 1st, 2017
Overview
Our Everest Base Camp trek will be a treat for the heart and mind. We will be trekking through the beautiful Sargamatha National Park near Mount Everest in the Nepalese Himalayas. Tea houses located in small villages will provide us with authentic accommodations and Nepalese food along the way. All it requires is good health, a good attitude, and an open heart. This trek is truly transformational as you will experience the sheer beauty of the majestic mountains, have a chance to visit with Buddhist monks and listen to their perspective on life and you will be invited into the home of some of our Sherpa friends. Our goal is to show you Nepal through the eyes of our Nepalese friends. Join us on this trek of a lifetime.
Itinerary: Thursday, September 14 through Sunday, October 1
The following is our planned itinerary. The actual itinerary might slightly be different to allow for changes imposed by weather, the need for rest, or other unforeseeable circumstances.
- Day 1:
- Arrival in Kathmandu (September 14)
- Day 2:
- Sightseeing in Kathmandu with visit to Kopan Monastery (September 15)
- Day 3:
- Flight to Lukla and trek from Lukla to Phakding (2652m) (September 16)
- Day 4:
- Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m) (September 17)
- Day 5:
- Rest day at Namche Bazaar. Perfect place to get a massage! (September 18)
- Day 6:
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3860m) (September 19)
- Day 7:
- Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4410m) (September 20)
- Day 8:
- Acclimatization hike from Dingboche to Chhukung (4700m) (September 21)
- Day 9:
- Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4910m) (September 22)
- Day 10:
- Trek from Lobuche to Gorekshep (5170m) hike up to Everest Base Camp (5346m) (September 23)
- Day 11:
- Trek from Gorekshep to Pheriche (4270m) (September 24)
- Day 12:
- Trek from Pheriche to Tengboche (3840m) (September 25)
- Day 13:
- rek from Tengboche to Namche Bazaar (3440m) (September 26)
- Day 14:
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2652m), with stop for a true Sherpa lunch at Pemba’s home (September 27)
- Day 15:
- Flight back to Kathmandu – Farewell dinner in the evening (September 28)
- Day 16-17:
- Contingency days, in case of inclement weather in Lukla (September 29-30)
- Day 18:
- Departure from Kathmandu (October 1)
Cost
The cost for this trek is $1,475
What is included in the cost:
- Airport transfer:
- drop off at and pick up from the airport.
- Hotel:
- at the Tibet Guest House in Kathmandu or similar; two nights before the trek and one night after the trek (double occupancy).
- 16-day trek:
- park permits, domestic flights, all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea at each meal, cookies and tea during breaks), and accommodations at teahouses (double occupancy) plus guide and porter services.
What is not included in the cost:
- Trip insurance:
- we require you to obtain medical/evacuation insurance and we suggest cancellation/interruption insurance.
- Tips:
- It is customary to leave a tip for guides and porters at the end of the trip.
- Tourist visa:
- cost $40; we suggest that the visa is obtained ahead of time at a Nepalese consulate.
- Incidentals:
- WiFi and fees associated with charging any electronic devices while trekking. Money for lunches and dinners while staying in Kathmandu. Drinks, alcohol, souvenirs etc.
Sign up!
Interested to join us on this trek? Email Monika (mparis@kaimont.com) or call her at +1-703-870-8664 for more information and to sign up for this trip.
