This longer approach to Mt Everest follows in the
footsteps of the early expeditions but with a slight
variation. 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 Pathar
(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: Upon arrival in Kathmandu
a representative will meet you at the airport and
transfer you to your Hotel.
Day 02: Trek preparation day. You
are free to do some exploring on your own. Evening,
tour briefing. O/N hotel.
Day 03: Early morning fly to Phaplu
(2600m).
Day 04: Trek to Ringmu (2800m).
Day 05: Trek to Kharikhola (2050m).
Day 06: Trek to Surke (2339m).
Day 07: Trek to Phakding (2830m).
Day 08: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3444m).
Day 09: Rest day at Namche Bazaar
for acclimatization.
Day 10: Trek to Tengboche Monastery
(3875m).
Day 11: Trek to Dingboche (4360m).
Day 12: Rest day at Namche Bazaar
for acclimatization.
Day 13: Trek to Lobuje (4930m).
Day 14: Trek to Gorakshep (5240m)
& then to Kala Pathar (5545m). Trek back to Lobuje
(4930m).
Day 15: Trek to Pangbuche (3985m).
Day 16: Trek to Khumjung (3779m).
Day 17: Trek to Jorsalla (2800m).
Day 18: Trek to Lukla (2800m).
Day 19: After breakfast, fly to Kathmandu.
Transfer to hotel. O/N hotel.
Day 20: At leisure in Kathmandu.
O/N hotel.
Day 21: Free until departure. At
an appointed time, transfer to airport for your flight
to onward destination
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