Everest Base Camp Trekking - 18 days

Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu

Upon arrival in Kathmandu a Third Eye Travel\'s representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your Hotel.

Day 02 Kathmandu

Free day in Kathmandu to make the final preparations for your trek or do some exploring on your own. We will be happy to arrange sightseeing tours of the valley for you if you desire. Please ask for this service with our airport representative upon arrival.

Day 03 Kathmandu – Lukla - Phakding

Early morning transfer to airport for flight to Lukla. The flight into Lukla is a lifetime experience, in itself. The airfield is on a slope and the difference between the two ends of the runway is about 195 feet! Meet with your sirdar and the rest of the crew. You will need to identify your luggage which is to be made into loads and then while you have lunch your crew will load these onto pack animals or get it ready for your team of porters. After lunch trek for a few hours along the Dudh Kosi river to the village of Phakding at 9200 feet.

Day 04 Phakding – Namche

The trail continues north up the Dudh Kosi valley to Jorsale, where the trail officially enters the Sagarmatha National Park. There is an entrance station just beyond the village where trekking permits are checked and National Park fees collected. Continue along the trail, crossing the Bhote Kosi River to begin the steep climb up to Namche Bazaar 11500 feet /3500 m., the administrative center of the Sagarmatha National Park and the hub of Sherpa society. Remember to look out for glimpses of Mt. Everest from the trail on the way to Everest.

Day 05 Namche - Thame

A moderately easy and beautiful walk to the village of Thame 12500 feet., situated at an important junction along the old primary trade route to and from Tibet via the Nangpa La (pass). The trail leads west past a large array of prayer flags and mani stones - some of them very picturesque. After the village of Thomde the trail descends to the river and makes a steep climb to Thame. About 4 hours from Namche.

Day 06 Thami – Khumjung

Morning visit to Thame Monastery, then trek to the serene Sherpa village of Khunde and Khumjung

Day 07 Khumjung – Thengboche

The trail leads past the large sherpa settlement of Khumjung and then descends deep into the Dudh Kosi Valley at Pungki Thanka. The trail then ascends the right flank of the Dudh Kosi valley to Thyangboche at 12500 feet, home to the famous Thyangboche Monastery, spiritual center of the Khumbu. The climb is long but, more than adequately compensated by views of Mt. Amadablam and on clear days views of Mt. Everest and it surrounding peaks. Amadablam means "Mother\'s Charm Box" and is named after the little box that Sherpa women wear around their necks. It is also one of the most beautiful mountains in the Himalaya.

Day 08 Thengboche – Dingboche

Descend through a beautiful forest then cross the Imja Khola and trek through the village of Pangboche. The route continues through summer pastures to Dingboche 4,400 m.

Day 09 Dingboche – Acclimatization Day

This day will be spent acclimatizing. You can spend the day doing laundry or you can take a short hike to Chukkung Valley. This valley is a summer pasture and contains a temporary settlement for herders of the Khumbu and is at 14400 feet. The views from Chukkung and beyond are tremendous.

Day 10 Dingboche – Lobuje

Trek along a broad valley floor to Dughla, leaving behind the Trekkers Aid Post at Pheriche 13900 feet. A western volunteer doctor, supported by The Himalayan Rescue Association is stationed here and offers treatment and consultation to trekkers. Continue up the valley gaining altitude. Come out of the valley to descend to the yak pastures at Lobuche 16170 feet.

Day 11 Lobuje – Ghorakshep

After a short climb through meadows, look down on the Khumbu Glacier. Straight ahead is Kalapattar - the best vantage point to view the entire south face of Mt. Everest and the surrounding peaks. Trek to Gorakshep and prepare for tomorrow\'s ascent of Kalapattar 18187 feet.

Day 12 Ghorakshep – Kalapatter - Lobuje

This morning, those who are able will hike up Kala Pattar for unobstructed views of Everest and its surrounding peaks. Most of the famous photographs of Everest were taken from atop this "bump" on the landscape. In the afternoon, retrace your steps to Lobuche. Those who are willing to see Everest Base Camp, can visit Everest Base Camp which is just 2 hours walk from Ghorakshep. However, you can not see Everest from Base Camp.

Day 13 Lobuje - Tengboche

Follow the main Khumbu Valley down to Pheriche, site of the Himalayan Rescue Association\'s Trekkers\' Aid Post. Easy walk along the Imja Khola with a visit to the gompa at Pangboche, then a short climb up to the Thyangboche Monastery.

Day 14 Tengboche – Namche

The trail descends steeply towards Pungki Thanka and another steep climb to Namche Bazaar.

Day 15 Namche – Lukla

Down along the gorge of the Dudh Kosi to the small mountain airstrip at Lukla to catch your return flight to Kathmandu. Weather permitting your trekking crew might prepare a farewell treat for you. You would be expected to join in the singing and the dancing!! D

Day 16 Lukla – Kathmandu

Fly to Kathmandu. Transfer to Hotel.

Day 17 Kathmandu

At leisure in Kathmandu

Day 18 Departure

Transfer to airport for departure.

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