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Everest Expedition
Trip Overview
Trip Highlight
- Summit the World’s Highest Peak – 8,848 meters (29,028 feet)
- Follow the Historic Route of Hillary & Tenzing (South Col)
- Experienced Sherpa Guides with Everest summits to their credit
- Fully Supported Expedition – logistics, base camp facilities, climbing gear, and oxygen provided
- Acclimatization & Climbing Rotation through Camp I to Camp IV
- Scenic Flight to Lukla and trek through Sherpa heartland (Namche, Tengboche, Pheriche, Lobuche)
- Cultural Insights – Sherpa traditions, monasteries, and Himalayan lifestyle
Detailed Itinerary
- Day 1 : Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m)
Meet at Tribhuvan International Airport, transfer to hotel. Expedition briefing and welcome dinner. Overnight at a hotel.
- Day 2 : Day 02: Expedition Preparation in Kathmandu
Permit processing, equipment check, final shopping, and briefing at the Ministry of Tourism. Overnight at a hotel.
- Day 3 : Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2,840m), Trek to Phakding (2,610m) – 3 hrs
Scenic mountain flight to Lukla, then an easy trek along the Dudh Koshi River to Phakding. Overnight at a lodge / teahouse.
- Day 4 : Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) – 6 hrs
Enter Sagarmatha National Park, cross suspension bridges, and ascend to the bustling Sherpa town. Overnight at a lodge / teahouse.
- Day 5 : Day 05: Acclimatization in Namche Bazaar
Short hike to Everest View Hotel (3,880m) for panoramic views. Explore local markets and Sherpa museum. Overnight at a lodge / teahouse.
- Day 6 : Day 06: Trek to Tengboche (3,860m) – 5 hrs
Walk through rhododendron forests, reach Tengboche Monastery with spectacular Everest views. Overnight at a lodge / teahouse.
- Day 7 : Day 07: Trek to Dingboche (4,410m) – 6 hrs
Pass Pangboche village and continue through alpine meadows to Dingboche. Overnight at a lodge / teahouse.
- Day 8 : Day 08: Acclimatization in Dingboche
Optional hike to Nangkartshang Peak (5,083m) or Chhukung Valley. Rest and prepare. Overnight at a lodge / teahouse.
- Day 9 : Day 09: Trek to Lobuche (4,940m) – 6 hrs
Gradual climb through Thukla Pass with memorials for fallen climbers. Overnight in Lobuche. Overnight at a lodge / teahouse.
- Day 10 : Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) – 7 hrs
Trek via Gorak Shep and reach the legendary Everest Base Camp. Settle into expedition tents. Overnight at a tent.
- Day 11 : Days 11–55: Everest Climbing Period
Climbing & Rotation Phase
- Acclimatization rotations: Establish Camp I (6,065m), Camp II (6,400m), and Camp III (7,200m).
- Summit preparation: Move to Camp IV (7,950m) at South Col.
- Summit attempt: Climb Mt. Everest (8,848.86m), then descend safely to Base Camp.
Overnight at a tent.
- Day 12 : Day 56: Trek back to Pheriche (4,280m) – 7 hrs
Descend through Lobuche and Thukla Pass to Pheriche. Overnight at a lodge / teahouse.
- Day 13 : Day 57: Trek to Namche Bazaar – 7 hrs
Return through Pangboche and Tengboche to Namche. Overnight at a lodge / teahouse.
- Day 14 : Day 58: Trek to Lukla – 7 hrs
Final trekking day with celebratory evening in Lukla. Overnight at a lodge / teahouse.
- Day 15 : Day 59: Fly Lukla to Kathmandu
Short scenic flight, transfer to hotel. Free day for rest and shopping. Dinner. Overnight at a hotel.
- Day 16 : Day 60: Final Departure
Transfer to airport for international departure.
Trip Cost Inclusion
- • 4 nights in a Deluxe hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
- • Expedition climbing permit for Everest (South side)
- • Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu flight (including 50kg cargo per climber)
- • Lodge-based trek with all meals & accommodation
- • 1:1 ratio climbing Sherpa (Everest summiteer) per climber
- • 6 bottles of oxygen (20L) with mask & regulator per member
- • 3 bottles of oxygen for climbing Sherpa
- • High-altitude food, cooking equipment, and fuel above Base Camp
- • Individual expedition tent at Base Camp (North Face / equivalent)
- • Group tents at Base Camp (dining, shower, toilet, storage)
- • Kitchen team: cook, helpers, Base Camp manager
- • Icefall route charges, fixed ropes, and climbing equipment fees
- • Yaks/porters for Lukla–Base Camp–Lukla (50kg per climber)
- • Staff insurance (life, medical, rescue) & wages
- • Garbage deposit & environmental fees
- • Solar power for charging at Base Camp
- • Welcome dinner with cultural show in Kathmandu
Trip Cost Exclusion
- Nepal entry visa fee.
- Meals (lunch & dinner) in Kathmandu
- Personal climbing gear (boots, crampons, down suit, etc.)
- Personal insurance (medical, travel, rescue, life)
- Emergency evacuation by helicopter if needed
- Personal expenses: bar, beverages, communication, etc.
- Summit bonus for Sherpa guide (USD 1500 per guide)
- Base Camp staff tips (USD 200 per climber)
- Helicopter charter (if required for cargo or personal reasons)
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