Everest Kalapatthar Trek is one of the wonderful destinations for tourists with a full package of amazing surprises, which have the most exotic destinations in the world with Adventure. Nepal is mostly known as the ‘Land of Everest‘ and the ‘Birthplace of Lord Buddha‘. It has a variety of attractions to keep tourists coming back for more. High in the Himalayan Mountains lies the small Kingdom of Nepal. The lofty mountains, deep valleys, lush jungles, exotic wildlife, diverse peoples, and their unique culture & traditions have increased their value to a great height.
Mt. Everest, the highest peak in the world, also known as Sagarmatha – means higher than the sky. Everest Kalapatthar Trek is the majestic walk in the land of the Himalayas. Trekking through the Everest region offers surprising and hidden mountain views, and opportunities to get a glimpse into the culture and lifestyle of The Sherpa (World Famous Mountain climbers). Everest Kalapatthar Trek submerges you in the unique natural beauty and cultural heritage of the region. The adventure can definitely be for a lifetime. Discover a land where the people and the environment are as stagnant as the mighty Himalayas. This Everest Kalapatthar Trek is not only famous just because of the world’s highest mountain but also for its villages, local inhabitants, unique traditions, festivals, and extraordinary years old Monasteries that are bound to amaze you.
You will start the program with a flight from TIA to Lukla Airport in Solukhumbu. The flight takes you over the Himalayas giving you a breathtaking panoramic view of the higher mountains, including the famous Mt. Everest, standing there with the snow-covered peak in all its glory. As the flight continues, you can feel Mt. Everest growing towards you. The altitude will hit you with the panoramic surroundings exactly when you get off from the flight. From Lukla, your trek will begin by the side of the Dudh Koshi which can be seen meandering into the horizon. You will be trekking amidst rhododendron forest smelling the strong aroma of evergreen oak. The sighting of snowy peaks acts as an indicator that the trek is going to be more challenging and gradually the beginning of an adventure will test one’s mental and physical strength.
Accommodation: Overnight in best available lodge in Phakding.
The trail will start off relatively easy but will gradually become harder. You will be able to get your first glimpse of Everest as you are crossing the mighty Dudh Koshi. As you proceed on further, the trail will lead you to Monjo where you could make a lunch stopover. The next part of the trail will be more difficult. The trail becomes vertical and the altitude will add on as we head towards Namche, leaving one with shortness of breath. One should not increase the walking pace but rather progress slowly and steadily. You will be making a pit stop at Namche Bazaar for overnight. The people of and around the Solukhumbu region conjugate in this area to do business. There are facilities of shops, restaurants, hotels, a bank, and internet services which enable you to get in touch with your loved ones, friends and relatives. Namche Bazaar offers an interesting insight into how people survive in the region.
Accommodation: Overnight in available lodge in Namche Bazaar.
On the third day of the Everest Kalapatthar Trek, you can use your time to acclimatize, relax and explore the surrounding places. Most of the trekkers prefer to get up before sunrise to view the magnificent views of Mount Everest, Thamserku, AmaDablam and other glorious peaks from the Sagarmatha National Park. One can get a chance to observe the shadow of the mountains being projected onto the clouds above and truly appreciate their magnitude. As an energy supplier, one should try salt-butter tea and Champa – a kind of barley often consume by the sherpas in the region. The lively cultural Saturday market is worth a visit and is usually full of traders who are trying to desperately sell off their products.
Accommodation: Overnight in an available lodges in Namche Bazaar.
Today’s walking will start through the old but still used, Everest Expedition Trail. The trail is a winding smooth path that offers a fantastic view of the Mt. Everest (8,848 m), Thamserku (6,618 m) and AmaDablam peak standing at 6,856m located exactly at the east side of Mt. Everest, and leads you upwards through a thick forest of rhododendron. There is a high probability of you, coinciding with the Himalayan wildlife like musk deer, Himalayan Tahr, pheasants, monkeys, etc. The lovely aroma of Juniper bush welcomes you and shows the way towards Tengboche.
Tengboche is famous for the Buddhist Monastery (where you can attend the daily puja) and the viewpoint. The Tengboche Monastery is the largest of the Khumbu region. Many young Buddhist monks live and receive an excellent education there. From the courtyard, you can see spectacular sunrises and sunsets. The Mani Rimdu (a Sherpa dance-drama festival) takes place here during the full moon in November-December. Mani Rimdu is the worship of PhakpaChenrezig, the god of Compassion and the prayers are meant to benefit all beings. The elaborated and very meaningful dance performance attracts a large crowd during Mani Rimdu.
Accommodation: Overnight in best available lodge in Tengboche.
Beyond Tengboche, you can fell the altitude difference which might affect you. The trail to Pheriche leaves one wanting for more. The trail drops down to Debuche, cross the ImjaKhola and climbs past many unique Mani stones in Pangboche. The stones have carvings of the famous Tibetan Buddhist chant (Om Mani Padme Hum) that virtually speak about the rich culture of the area. Pangboche was the original settlement of the Sherpa’s in the Khumbu region. Due to the pressure of famine and feudal conflict, they migrated from Kham, in eastern Tibet. PangbocheGompa is the original Gompa established by Lama Dorje, who guided the Sherpas from Kham to Khumbu. The Gompa is worth visiting and donating some money to the lama will ensure viewing of some yeti relics. The village is the best place for a stopover for lunch. The trail then climbs to Pheriche which stands at 4240 m.
Accommodation: Overnight in best available lodge in Pheriche.
Acclimatization is necessary to continue further due to the high altitude. Pheriche is a village in the Khumbu region above the Tsola River which is situated at an altitude of about 4,371 m. The village is a popular stop for trekkers and climbers, especially for the acclimatization. There are also many lodges where trekkers and climbers on their way to the Everest Base Camp can stay. In the clear weather, early in the morning, one can see the crystal clear view of the stunning AmaDablam, Kangtega, Taboche, Lobuche Peak and most especially Cho Oyo. Pheriche was primarily a farming village producing potatoes and buckwheats and keeping yaks (mountain Cows). However, now in summer most villagers especially men are employed by trekkers as guides and porters.
Accommodation: Overnight in best available lodge in Pheriche.
Due to the climate and high altitude, the trail that leads to Lobuche is sparse. Along the way, the trail will be covered by snow. From this high vantage point, you will be able to get an unbelievable panoramic view of the giant Mt. Everest and its neighbor Himalayas.
Accommodation: Overnight in best available lodge in Lobuche.
Today you will head towards Gorakshep. On the trail, you will see the Khumbu Glacier – Snow River, and Highlands. Similarly, you will be blessed by the Mt. Everest all the way to Gorakshep. After lunch in Gorakshep, you will continue to go to the Kala Pathar and enjoy the red sun. You will be amazed at the wonderful view of the sunset which the words cannot explain and make you speechless.
Accommodation: Overnight in best available lodge in Gorakshep.
Early in the morning, start walking to Kala Patthar and enjoy the spectacular view of the sun rising. From Kala Pathar, one can see Mt Everest, Mt Pumori, Lingtren, Khumbetse, Nuptse, Lhotse, AmaDablam, and Thamserku along with many other small mountains. After climbing down take Breakfast and trek back to Dingboche (4400 m).
Accommodation: Overnight in best available lodge in Dingboche.
Today, you will be headed to the long but easy trail down to Tengboche. The trail is mostly lonely with only the flattering and flapping of prayer flag to remind you of the existence of human activities there. We will follow the trail down to Tengboche.
Accommodation: Overnight in best available lodge in Tengboche.
After breakfast, you will be headed back to Namche Bazaar. The trail follows down to the Dudh Kosi where there are presences of water-driven prayer wheels. The trek continues back of the Sagarmatha National Park through paths of Pine and Cedarwoods.
Accommodation: Overnight in available lodge in Namche Bazaar.
This is the last day of trekking during this program. You will follow the trail which heads down and crosses the Dudh Koshi. The trek continues through the Chumoa village- a beautiful village and pass along the riverside until Phakding and head towards Lukla. The vanishing sight of the snowy peaks in the distance indicates that the most difficult part has passed away and the end of an exciting and magnificent adventure that has pushed one to their limits. Now, you will be entering through thick rhododendron forest which gives off a strong aroma of evergreen oak and trek along the Dudh Koshi (Milk River). After a few hours walk, you will reach Lukla where you can relax and dip yourself into the local culture and lifestyle.
Accommodation: Overnight in available lodge in Lukla.
After breakfast, take a flight back to Kathmandu which leaves before 10:00 am finally leaving the Everest Region. According to weather conditions, there might be some fluctuation in the flight time. When the flight lands at Kathmandu Airport, our representative will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel by a private vehicle. This marks the end of the Everest Kalapatthar Trek.
Accommodation: Overnight in Yatri Suites and Spa or similar in Kathmandu.
