Trip facts:

Difficulty :***

Fixed date:

Arrival to Kathmandu: 9^th Nov 2008

Trek Start date: 11^th Nov 2008

Departure from Kathmandu: 24^th Nov 2008

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Arrival to Kathmandu: 9^th March2009

Trek Start date: 11^th March 2009

Departure from Kathmandu: 24^th March 2009

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Arrival to Kathmandu: 9^th oct 2009

Trek Start date: 11^th oct 2009

Departure from Kathmandu: 24^th oct 2009

ITINERARY :

Day 1:   Arriving in Kathmandu transfer to Hotel.

You arrive in Kathmandu and transferred to the hotel. Welcome Drinks followed by a pre-trek briefing will be given by the group leader in the evening. He will discuss the trekking program and co-ordinate arrangements for the next couple of days. Rest of the evening will be free; you can have dinner (cost not included) and a good night sleep.
 
Day 2: Full Day Sight seeing of Kathmandu valley.

Kathmandu is a fascinating town to explore – full of life, character, ancient sites and inexpensive shopping. Take the opportunity to explore the many sites of Kathmandu and Patan. There are various UNESCO World Heritage sites, including major Hindu and Buddhist temples. The Swayambhu Stupa usually boasts monkeys and snake charmers and a lovely view over the town. 

In the evening we will have a Trek Beriefing in the Hotel. And all the trek packs must be ready and excess baggage stored at the hotel.

Day 3: Kathmandu to Lukla/Phakding (4 hrs)

After an early breakfast you fly to Lukla, the starting point of the trek. Commence trekking along the hillside ridges, down to Dudh Khola (river) and then on to Phakding, a lovely little riverside village, for the night.

Day 4: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (5 hrs, steep sections)

Continue along picturesque riverside paths to Jursale and then a steep climb to Chautara where you should get your first views of Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse. Then you cross a magnificent suspension bridge high over the river and continue ascending to the famous village, Namche Bazaar, capital of Sherpa land.

Day 5: Namche Bazaar (rest day to acclimatize)

Explore this interesting village. There is good shopping, a real Tibetan market, a Sherpa museum, and even a nightclub. If the group is full of energy and well acclimatised, you can also trek on to the next village, Khumjung, or trek further up the mountain to take in the good view of Everest and its adjacent peaks, as well as the village of Khumjung. The towering peaks close to Namche are Konde (6187m) on the southern side and Kusum Kangguru (6569m) and Thamserku (6808m) on the eastern side.

Day 6: Namche to Phortse (4 hrs steadily upward)

This portion of the trail is very beautiful, traversing along a cliff-side trail, which allows magnificent views of many peaks, principally Everest (8848m), Nuptse (7896m), Amadablam (6856m), Thamserku (6808m), and Kusum Kangguru (6569m).  It is an upward trek to Mongla, our lunch stop, which provides more lovely views. After lunch you continue across and up to Phortse.

Day 7: Phortse to Pangboche (4 hrs)

From Phortse you trek to Pangboche (3860m), the highest year-round settlement in the valley.  Across the deep valley you can view the monastery village of Thangboche and the magnificent peak of Amadablam further on.

Day 8: Pangboche to Pheriche (4 hrs easy)

From Pangboche the route enters alpine meadows above the tree line.  Most of the vegetation is scrub juniper, tundra and wild flowers including edelweiss.  You pass several yak herder’s goths and huts and then descend to Khumbu Khola (river) crossing the bridge into Pheriche (4240m). Amadablam is now very close. If you are up to it and well acclimatised, consider climbing the steep hill to the left of the village up to the snow line with one of the Sherpa guides (approximately 2–3 hrs return).   From this vantage point the peak is very, very close and truly awesome. In front of, and hiding, Everest is the jagged Lhotse wall and then Nuptse Peak.  A trekker’s post is at Pheriche, which has American volunteer doctors who specialise in altitude sickness and also give lectures every afternoon.

Day 9: Pheriche to Dingboche (1 hr easy then rest day)

Cross over to the next valley to the high alpine village of Dingboche (4580m), which is the highest altitude for this trek, excepting if you climb the adjacent hills, which would take you up to approximately 4800 to 5000m.  Time to explore this lovely village and to relax in the very comfortable teahouse. The mountainside above Dingboche offers excellent views across the valley towards the Tibetan Chinese border; an alpine wilderness of mountains and glaciers.

The mountain directly in front is called Island Peak (6189m), and indeed it does look like an island jutting up from the centre of the valley.  This peak is one of the easiest and safest to climb in the region and hence we organise climbing expeditions there.  Behind Island Peak and directly on the border is the towering Maklu Peak (8463m).   Also located on this mountainside are three Buddhist retreats, humble little stone dwellings nestled in the rocky cliffs where monks can retreat for a time of isolated meditation.  You have ample time to explore these and the added views are well worth it.  Myths and legends abound here, regarding Buddhist mysticism and the Yetis!

Day 10: Dingboche to Thyangboche (3870m) (4-5 hrs easy +)

Head down the trail, meeting up with the main trail going to Pangboche. After Pangboche you cross a suspension bridge over a spectacular rushing river to reach the other bank.  Then we ascend a steep trail through a beautiful forest of rhododendron, pine and deer until we reach the lovely peak where Thyangboche Monastery and village are situated.  Enjoy the incredible panoramic views of the peaks, particularly Everest.  This is deemed to be one of the most magnificent viewpoints in the world!! Take the chance to visit the beautiful and elaborate monastery. 

Day 11: Thyangboche to Namche Bazaar (5 hrs easy)

Head down the mountain using a different, but still beautiful, trail. You pass through the villages of Phungi Thangga and Sanasa, a settlement inhabited by Tibetans who will tempt you with their display of souvenirs and metalwork.  Continue on down to Namche, stopping for lunch along the way at a cliff-side tearoom where you can relax for a while in the sunshine and soak up the views.

Day 12: Namche to Phakding (5 hrs easy +)

Return down the steep mountain path and across the gorge at Dudh Kosi.  Lunch again at Monjo, and than on to Phakding for the night. 

Day 13: Phakding to Lukla (4 hrs easy+)

The trail from Phakding to Lukla follows the route as far as Choblung and then turns off above the village of Chaurikharka towards Lukla.  There will be a special farewell party/dinner tonight to commemorate the trek, the mountains, and your new friends (both Aussie and Sherpa). Please put on your dancing shoes and singing vocals so that we can entertain each other and have a good time!!  The Sherpas normally show us a bit of their culture too.  Say goodbye to the Sherpa crew and please show your appreciation to them by tipping generously.

Day 14: Lukla to Kathmandu  

 After a leisurely breakfast you take the flight back to Kathmandu. Rest of the day at leisure.

Day 15: Kathmandu

Day at leisure in Kathmandu for Shopping and final Packing followed by a farewell dinner.

Day 16: International Departure to own destination

Remember to keep aside 1700 rupees for the departure tax which must be paid at the money exchange booth in the departure hall prior to ticket check-in.

Cost analysis  

2 – 4 pax: USD 877 per person

5 – 7 pax: USD 788per person

8 – 10: pax: USD 699 per person

Above 10 pax: USD 655 per person

Cost Include

      Arrival welcome flower garlands – transfer to hotel

     Welcome drink in Hotel and meeting with office Manger

     3 nights Hotel in Kathmandu on BB basis

     Full day sight seeing in Kathmandu with a tour guide

     Full accommodation and Meals during the trek

     Food & accommodation during the trek for the staffs

     Above mention staffs daily wages, allowance and insurance

     Trekking permit & national park fee

     Domestic flights ( Kathmandu – Lukla, Lukla – Kathmandu)

     All the ground transportation for arrival and departure 

     Kit bags

Cost does not include:

        Personal insurance

        Lunch and dinner during Kathmandu Hotel stay

        Alcoholic bottled beverages

        Airport Taxes

        Emergency rescue evacuation if required

        Extra porters if any

        Personal nature expenses.

        Telephone and laundry bills.

       Staff tips

       Gratitude etc.

 More details:

ADVENTURE SHERPA TRAILS PTE.

Boudha -6, Kathmandu, Nepal
Tel ; 00977-4820077
Cell: 00977-9841850953
Www.sherpaexpedition.com
www.mustang-trekking.com
email: info@sherpaexpedition.com

Gokyo Valley is considered a traditional trek that offers magnificent views of the mountain peaks and the Ngozumpa Glacier- the largest in the Nepal Himalayas. The image of this region is associated with the soaring views of the most popular mountains in Nepal, at an altitude of 8000m such as Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse and Makalu which are clearly visible from Gokyo Ri above Gokyo Lake. One of the most remarkable features is the view of the tremendous ice ridge between Cho Oyu and Gyachung (2922m) located in Khumbu region.

After a thirty five minute flight from Kathmandu landing at Lukla’s tiny airstrip, the adventure really begins. We spend the next few days trekking and interacting amongst the mountain people also known as Sherpa’s we stay at local lodges and trek into the heartland of their villages. Everything is organized in conjunction with local Sherpa guides. Along the trek we will pass Buddhist monasteries with the views of Everest and other snow towering mountains getting closer by the day. We will have rest days in the villages of Namche bazaar that will allow us to explore the region and to acclimatize, which is very important. After trekking to Gokyo Ri (5483 meters), we return at a leisurely pace back to Namche and Lukla for our flight back to Kathmandu.

TRIP FACTS

Duration: 22 Nights/ 23 Days
Country: Nepal
Activities: Peak Climbing
Group size: Min-1 / Max-12
Grading: Strenuous
Max Altitude: 6189m .
Season: Spring – Autumn
Accommodation: Camping/Lodge .

Island peak is most popular trekking peak in Nepal lies on Khumbu. Perhaps the name of peak is so because from Dingboche the peak is seen as an island in a sea of ice. The summit is interesting and attractive with a highly glaciated west face rising from the Lhotse Glacier. The ridge rising to the south from this point leads to the summit of Island Peak . The extension of this ridge descending southwest is the part of the normal route of ascent and leads to the south Summit .Imja Tse, another name of the same Island Peak does not only provide an enjoyable climb but also provides some of the most spectacular scenery of Himalayas in the Khumbu region. View from the summit are Nuptse (7,879m), Lhotse (8,501m), Lhotse Middle Peak (8,410m) and Lhotse Shar (8,383m) make a semi circle in the north. The views of Makalu (8475m) in the east, Baruntse and Amadablam in the south add much more charming bonus in climbing Island Peak (Imjatse).

Itinerary
 
Day 01 Arrive At Kathmandu
Day 02 Kathmandu Sightseeing
Day 03 Kathmandu Fly To Lukla/Phakding( 2652m)
Day 04 Namche (3446m)
Day 05 Namche Acclimatization Day
Day 06 Namche – Dole
Day 07 Dole – Machermo
Day 08 Machermo – Gokyo (4750m)
Day 09 Gokyo to gokyo peak and back to Gokyo
Day 10 Gokyo to Dragnag
Day 11 Dragnag to Dzongla by chola pass
Day 12 Lobuche (4930m)
Day 13 Lobuche to Kala patthar and back to Lobuche
Day 14 Lobuche to Chukung
Day 15 Island Peak B.C.
Day 16 B.C. to Island peak summit and back B.C.
Day 17 B.C. – Dingboche
Day 18 Dingboche – Deboche
Day 19 Doboche – Namche
Day 20 Namche – Lukla
Day 21 Fly Back To Kathmandu
Day 22 Kathmandu
Day 23 Fly Back To Your Own Destination .

View from Renjo-la

 Trip Facts :

Country: Nepal
Duration: 17 days
Area: Everest Region
Activities: Trekking
Max. Group Size: 16  Person 
Min. Group Size: 2 Person
Difficulty: ***
Max. Altitude: 4,250  M. 
Seasons: Feb -May & Sept. – Nov

Price :1450 P/P

To make your journey exclusive, we take you to the little visited Renjo-La pass, which lies at 5390m. We go off the beaten track for about 3 days on this 9 days trek, and it is worth every minute, where you experience authentic Sherpa Culture, relatively untouched by the hustle of tourism in the main circuit. We stay in Sherpa homes in Thamo and Phortse, both stunning villages.The route lies in the highest wildlife reserve in the world, the Sagarmatha National Park. It covers an area of 1,148 sq. km. of Himalayan ecological zone. The park altitudes range from 2,845m at Monju to the top of the world, UNESCO listed the park as a World Heritage Site in 1979 for its unique natural, cultural and landscape characteristics.A trek in this region takes one to the foothills of the mightiest of the mountains in the world. Enroute, one traverses through rhododendron and pine forests, rivers, Sherpa villages and Buddhist Monasteries from temperate to snow line regions. The Himalayas are best seen on this trek as one traces the main route through the Khumbu region from the Sherpa town of Namche Bazaar. Trekkers get a close view of the world’s greatest mountains, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Thamserku, Tawache and others.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu, transfer to Hotel & well come Diner.
Day 02: Free day / Necessary preparation in Kathmandu
Day 03: Flight to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2612m)
Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3446m)
Day 05: Namche – Rest for (for acclimatization) visit khumjung, Museum etc.
Day 06: Namche to Thame (3800m)
Day 07: Thame to Lumdeng (4400)
Day 08: Lumdeng to over Renjo pass (5345m) camp in Gokyo (4750m)
Day 09: Early in the morning Gokyo Ri overnight in Gokyo
Day 10: Gokyo to Thangna (4700m)
Day 11: Thangna to over Cho-La pass (5420m) camp at Zongla (4843m)
Day 12: Zongla to Gorekshep (5151m)
Day 13: Gorekshep to Everest Base Camp (5360m) over night Gorekshep
Day 14: Gorekshep to Kalapather (5545m) for best view of Mt.Everest and return back to Lobuche.
Day 15: Lobuche to Over Phokolde pass (5535m) overnight in Chhukung
Day 16: Chukung to Thangboche monastery (3800m)
Day 17: Thangboche to Monjo (2835m)
Day 18: Monjo to Lukla (2800m)
Day 19: Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu,over night in Hotel.
Day 20: Free day in Kathmandu
Day 21: Final Departure

For More Information

Adventure Sherpa Trails Pte.
Bouddha-6, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Tel: 977-1-4820077
Cell:+977-9841850953

Email: info@sherpaexpedition.com
www.sherpaexpedition.com
www.mustang-trekking.com (specially promote to Mustang Region)

Expedition arranges Mustang trekking, Mustang trek, Mustang treks, Mustang area, Mustang area trekking, Mustang area trek

 Mustang is located in the central Himalayas of Nepal. Where north of the Annapurnas, Dhaulagiri, and neighboring Tibet . Our journey to this land of magic and mystery begins via Jomsom, it holds a lot of treasure, a gateway to the past that has been lost through ages. Mustang trek has been opened recently to the tourist. It is home to an affluent culture of Buddhist farmers and traders. Entering Mustang, we visit the 16th century monastery at Charang and the fortress city of Lhomathang . The villages are typical like remote regions of Tibet , people follow traditional lifestyle many centuries old. Villages are clustered near large monasteries with prayer flags of the five colors fluttering in a constant breeze. On our return from Mustang, we visit the sacred pilgrimage site of Muktinath.

TRIP FACTS

Duration: 19 Nights/ 20 Days

Country: Nepal

Activities: Trekking

Group size: Min-2 / Max-15

Grading: Moderate

Max Altitude: Gyanu La pass, 4200m.

Season: Spring – Autumn

Accommodation: Camping .

Cost: USD : 1999.00

 Itinerary
 
Day 01 Arrive Kathmandu
Day 02 Half Day sightseeing O/N at Hotel.
Day 03 Kathmandu – Pokhara By Tourist Bus.
Day 04 Pokhara – Jomsom – Kagbeni Trek – 01
Day 05 Kagbeni – Chele
Day 06 Chele – Geling
Day 07 Geling – Dakmar
Day 08 Dakmar – Charang
Day 09 Charang – Lo Manthang
Day 10 Lo Manthang
Day 11 Lo Manthang
Day 12 Lo-Manthang – Yara
Day 13 Yara – Tangby
Day 14 Tangby – Tetang
Day 15 Tetang – Muktinath
Day 16 Muktinath – Jomsom
Day 17 Marpha Visit Back To Jomsom Trek – 14
Day 18 Jomsom – Pokhara – Kathmandu Fly.
Day 19 Kathmandu free day, Hotel
Day 20 Final Departure, Transfer to airport .

Contact us :

Adventure Sherpa Trails Pte. Bouddha-6, Kathmandu, Nepal. Tel: 977-1-4820077 Cell:+977-9841850953 Email: info@sherpaexpedition.com www.sherpaexpedition.com www.mustang-trekking.com (specially promote to Mustang Region)