The ultimate challenge to the ‘just-do-it’ ambitious trekker. This moderate to challenging graded trek takes to you to the foot of Mt. Everest traversing across the high Cho La pass at an elevation of 5420 m. Also included is the opportunity to trek to the summit of both Gokyo Ri [5340m.] and Kala Pattar [5554m.] for magnificent views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu and Cho Oyu. A visit to Everest Base Camp will give you the chance to have a closer look at the spectacular Khumbu Icefall.

Beginners or inexperienced climbers can take this trek, but this trek requires one to be moderately fit. Considering the snow conditions over Cho La Pass, the trek may not be advisable during winter [January & February] and the monsoon season [July & August].

TRIP FACTS

Grade: Moderate to fairly challenging
Activity: Trekking and Cultural excursion
Accommodation: Hotel, camping or Lodge (tea house)
Maximum altitude: 5554m

BRIEF ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel
Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Day 03: Flight to Lukla & trek to Phakding (2656m)
Day 04: Trek to Namche (3450m)
Day 05: Rest day in Namche for acclimatization
Day 06: Trek to Dole (4084m)
Day 07: Trek to Machermo (4410m)
Day 08: Rest day in Machermo
Day 09: Trek to Gokyo (4750m)
Day 10: Ascent of Gokyo Ri (5483m)
Day 11: Trek to Tragnag (4690m)
Day 12: Across Cho La 5420 m. to Lobuche (4928m)
Day 13: Trek to Gorakshep (5184m)
Day 14: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5357m) & return to Gorakshep
Day 15: Trek to Pangboche (3985m)
Day 16: Trek to Namche(3450m);
Day 17: Trek to Lukla (2800m)
Day 18: Fly to Kathmandu
Day 19: Depart Kathmandu

Fixed Departure Dates - 2011
Trip one 30 March – 17 Apr
Trip two 06 Apr – 24 Apr
Trip Three 13 Apr – 01 May
Trip four 28 Sep – 16 Oct
Trip five 05 Oct – 23 Oct
Trip six  19 Oct – 06 Nov

Trip Cost
USD 2365 per person
Single room supplement: USD 50

PRICE INCLUDES:

• Breakfast, lunch, dinner and accommodation in lodge during the trek
• Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu airfare
• English speaking guide, support porters
• National Park entry fees
• 3 nights accommodation in 3 star hotel in Kathmandu on double sharing with breakfast
• All guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu and entry fees.
• Airport hotel airport transfers
• Insurance of the guide and porters

PRICE EXCLUDES:

• International flight & airport tax
• Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
• Personal gears & clothing (available on hire)
• Tips, any expenses of personal nature, client's insurance.