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Everest Cultural trek - 10 days
The Khumbu region in eastern Nepal is the home of the
Sherpas, the world’s most famous mountaineers. The
Tengboche Monastery, center of Sherpa Buddhist culture,
holds pride of place in Himalayan iconography. There is
also the famous village of Namche Bazaar, a meeting
place for Himalayan traders and yak caravans. The
greatest prize of all is of course the view of Everest,
the highest mountain in the world. Your Everest
experience begins at Lukla airport (2850m). The trail
follows the course of the Dudh Koshi River (the ‘river
of milk’) as it charges down the narrow gorges. On the
trail, you feel dwarfed by the mountains all around. Sacred stones, Chortens, mani walls (boulders marked
with Buddhist prayer inscriptions) and prayer flags mark
the route. Yak caravans are frequently encountered and
the precarious suspension bridges make you pause. You
may not meet a Yeti, but Barking Deer, Musk Deer and the
Himalayan Tahr or mountain goat can be seen grazing on
the steep slopes. The shaggy –coated Yak is the most
famous animal around here. Namche Bazaar is an
enchanting settlement set in a horseshoe-shaped mountain
amphitheater. Its Saturday market is a social event
where merchandise of daily use, meat, yak trail and
butter are traded. Mountaineering souvenirs left behind
by expeditions to Everest can also be found in the shops
of Namche. Tengboche Monastery sits at an altitude of 3,870m in a
clearing surrounded by firs and rhododendrons. The view
from here is a magnificent close-up of Everest (8848m), Nuptse (7879m), Lhotse (8500m), Ama Dablam, Kwangde and
Thamserku. A day at Khumjung will fill you with tales of
the legendary Yeti and a view of Yeti’s scalp at the
local monastery.
Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m.) which takes
approximately 35minutes and trek from Lukla to
Phakding (2640 m.) which takes approximately
three hours.
You transfer to the domestic airport for your
flight to Lukla. You begin today’s trek passing
through Lukla, with its hotels, teahouses and
general stores. You follow a gentle climb up the
mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi.
Nupla (5885m) can be seen in the distance on the
opposite bank, is a peak atop the Kongde Ridge.
You descend a mountainside path that merges into
your route to Everest, with views to a valley to
your right; and at its far end, Kusum Kang
(6367m.) The Dudh Kosi approaches as you pass a
Mani wall and arrive at Ghat teahouse. You
continue along a small path with many climbs and
descents following the left bank of Dudh Kosi to
Phakding.
Day 02 :
Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440 m.)
which takes about five and half hours.
The trail starts through a level path along the
right bank. Thamserku (6623m) looms skyward on
the opposite bank. You cross a stream and climb
the terraced hill from the Dudh Kosi route, to
arrive at Bengar. The trail now climbs from the
riverbed on the left bank into the mountain,
through a forest to Chumoa. You continue along a
path with many ups and downs; cross a stream,
and pass by the tiny village of Monjo. Now you
descend the path of stone steps and return to
the right bank over a wooden bridge. After a
short climb you come to Jorsale’s teahouse and
hotel, also stop at the National Park Service
where a park entrance fee is collected. After
your departure from Jorsale you enter a forested
mountainside. You move on following a short walk
along the riverbed of this V-shaped valley where
the river forks - the right is the Dudh Kosi and
the left is the Bhote Kosi that leads to Nampa
La. After short distance along the Bhote Koshi,
you begin the steep ascent to Namche Bazar. As
the mountain path zigzags uphill, you will
emerge at a ridge top rest area that offers
excellent views of Everest (8848m) and Lhotse
(8516m.) The climb eases somewhat, and Namche
Bazar appears ahead as you travel along the path
surrounded by pines. You pass the plateau where
the Saturday bazaar is held and enter the
village. Namche Bazar (3440m) is surrounded on
three sides by mountain ranges and opens out
only where it faces the Bhote Koshi. The village
is a central hub of the area and food, sundries
and even mountain climbing equipment may be
purchased here
Day 03 :
Rest at Namche Bazar for acclimatization and
excursion around the places.
Namche is tucked away between two ridges amidst
the giant peaks of the Khumbu and has an
abundance of lodges, tea shops and souvenir
shops as well as a magnificent outlook. It is an
ideal place to spend a rest day for
acclimatization at the high altitude before
heading off towards Tyangboche. For the
acclimatization you walk upto Khunde Hospital
which was set-up by Sir Edmund Hillary, or an
hour walk up to the Syangboche (3800m.) where
Everest View Hotel is situated above Namche for
the outstanding view of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse,
Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. There
are also good views from the National Park
Centre and Museum just above the town. This
museum exhibits Sherpa culture.
Day 04 :
Trek from Namche Bazaar (3440m.) to Thame
(3800m.) and it takes about four and half hours.
From Namche the route turns west and the trail
is almost level as you head up the Bhote Koshi
Valley, once a popular trading route into Tibet.
Along the way you pass many prayer flags, mani
walls and carved stones, all indicative of the
Tibetan Buddhist culture of this area. After
descending to the Bhote Koshi the trail climbs
steeply to Thame. From here there are good views
of the peaks of Teng Kangpoche and Kwangde and
to the north is the Nangpa La, the pass leading
to Tibet. Thame Gompa is situated above the
village overlooking the valley and is the site
for the spring celebrations of the Mani Rimdu
festival. There is a monastery in Thame believed
to have incarnated monks.
Day 05 :
Trek from Thame to Khumjung [3790m] and it takes
about five hours.
You retrace your route down the Bhote Kosi
Valley towards Namche and branch off to follow a
quiet trail to Khumjung. It is a picturesque
village, which also has its own Gompa at the top
end of town. Here you can have excellent views
of Thamserku, Kantega, Tawache and Ama Dablam.
Day 06 :
Trek from Khumjung to Tyangboche (3867m.) which
takes about five hours.
The trail descends gently for early one hour to
Sanasa (3550m.). Now you have a glimpse of first
really good views of the great peaks of the
Khumbu including Mt Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama
Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. Passing by
several villages and numerous teashops, the
trail descends steeply to a bridge over the
river Dudh Koshi at Phunki Tenga (3250m.).The
village has an excellent place for lunch and you
can take a short rest before making the steep
climb to Tyangboche. Although exhausting due to
the zigzag path, the trek has numerous
attractions like rhododendron bushes, beautiful
birds chirping and superb mountain scenery
making your trek exciting. Tyangboche is famous
for its legendary monastery, the largest in the
Khumbu region.
Day 07 :
Trek from Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar (3440m.)
which takes about four and half hours.
From Tyangboche, the trail descends steeply and
slightly towards Phunki Tenga (3250m.) crossing
the Dudh Koshi. Now you have a glimpse of
panoramic views of the great peaks of the Khumbu
including Mt Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam,
Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. Passing by several
villages and numerous teashops, the trail
ascends steeply to Sanasa where local Sherpa
people sell the Tibetan goods. The way from
Sanasa to Namche has small ups and downs with
view of forests, scenery and mountains.
Day 08 :
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Phakding (2640m.) and
it takes about five and half hours.
The trails descend steeply for early one and
half hours. After that, the path has small ups
and down to Phakding through Monjo.
Day 09 :
Trek from Phakding to Lukla [2886m] and it takes
about three hours.
Your final day's trekking follows the Dudh Kosi
back down to Lukla. There can be seen route
which leads to Mera Peak. There is a small old
monastery down the area.
Day 10 :
Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu which takes 30
minutes. You take an early morning flight back
to Kathmandu.
Services
Included
National Park entry permit, Trekking permit,
Land transportation to and fro, Accommodation in
lodges during the trek, Food: three meals a day,
A guide & required number of porter(s),
Essential equipment.
Services
Excluded
Personal expenses, Insurance, Tips, Emergency
evacuation by Helicopter, Alternative
transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide,
strike, road blockade etc.