Phaplu to Everest Base Camp Trek (17 days)

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This longer approach to Mt Everest follows in the footsteps of the early expeditions but with a slight variation. First Nature Park of Nepal, To avoid the long bus drive to the original trailhead of Jiri we fly into Phaplu to begin our trek through the much quieter Solu region of the Solu-Khumbu. We cross the Trakshindo La before descending towards the raging river of the Dudh Kosi. We follow the "milk river" north through terraced hillsides and small villages to join the main Everest trail below Lukla. By now you will have had time to adjust to life on the trail and with the benefits of increased fitness make the ascent to Namche Bazaar. Once in the Khumbu region the mountain views improve with every step - Kwangde, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, the "horse saddle" of Kanteiga and of course the summit of Everest itself. We allow ample time for acclimatization and exploration of the area in preparation for the ascent of Kala Pattar (5545m). A down departure from Lobuche sees us wending our way through glacial moraine until the peak comes into view. Finally we reach the summit to be rewarded with the famous view of the south face of Everest. We return via a different route through Pangboche to Lukla for the spectacular flight back to Kathmandu.

Itinerary

Day 01: Early morning fly to Phaplu (2600m).Trek to Ringmu (2800m).
Day 02: Trek to Kharikhola (2050m).
Day 03: Trek to Surke (2339m).
Day 04: Trek to Phakding (2830m).
Day 05: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3444m).
Day 06: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization. Day hike to Thame.
Day 07: Trek to Tengboche Monastery (3875m).
Day 08: Trek to Dingboche (4360m).
Day 09: Rest day at Dingboche for acclimatization. Optional day hike to Chhukung Ri.
Day 10: Trek to Lobuje (4930m).
Day 11: Trek to Everest Base camp, overnight at Gorakshep (5240m)
Day 12: Trek to Kala Pathar (5545m) to view the Everest. Retrace back to Dingboche or Pangboche. (3985m).
Day 13: Trek to Khumjung (3779m).
Day 14: Trek to Monjo.
Day 15: Trek to Lukla (2800m).
Day 16: Fly to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel. O/N hotel.

Trek Cost:
Minimum Group Size: 2 Pax US$

Trek Services Include:
16-Day Phaplu to Everest base camp lodge trek with trek guide, porters, accommodation in local lodges, meals (breakfast/lunch/dinner), trek permit & Park fees, contribution to guide transport, guide/porter insurance and domestic airfare.

Cost Will Not Include:
Personal equipment; hotels/meals in Kathmandu tips; client insurance of any kind; cost of evacuation (if any); bottled/alcoholic drinks; snacks/desserts, beverages (tea/coffee) - other than at breakfast - while on trek; Nepal visa costs; international airport taxes and other expenses of personal nature.

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A down departure from Lobuche sees us wending our way through glacial moraine until the peak comes into view. Finally we reach the summit to be rewarded with the famous view of the south face of Everest. We return via a different route through Pangboche to Lukla for the spectacular flight back to Kathmandu.responsible leadership