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in Nepal: The Everest Basecamp Trek
2007-2008 Prices:
$2695 (8-10 members)
$3095 (5-7 members)
$3695 (3-4 members)
Single Supplement $300
Forced Single Supplement $150
$1895 (6-10 members)
$1995 (3-5 members)
Single Supplement $150
4% Discount for Cash Payments
The Everest Base Camp Trek
22 Days- Departures in September-December and February-May
Custom departures and prices available
Trip Difficulty: Challenging
The ultimate Himalayan odyssey from Lotus Expeditions: Trek to the foot of Mount Everest at 17,575 feet/5,357 meters where elite mountaineers from around the world will be preparing for their ascent of the highest mountain on earth, also known as Chomolungma or "Mother Goddess of the Snows." According to local Buddhist myth, Mount Everest and the Khumbu region are one of four beyuls, or sacred valleys, established in the Himalaya by Guru Rimpoche, the founder of the Sherpa's religious sect.
Trek through traditional Sherpa villages, barter with nomadic traders, and visit ancient monasteries where Tibetan Buddhism is still practiced. Along the way, you will have an opportunity to ascend Kala Pattar (18,450 feet/5,623 meters) to gain incredible views of Himalayan giants such as Lhotse, Nuptse, and Everest.
Our journey begins and ends in the lush lowlands of the Kathmandu Valley. As we prepare for our trek, we will visit the Pashupatinath Temple, where devout Hindus bring their dead for cremation on the banks of the Bagmati River-a tributary of the holy Ganges River-and witness Buddhist pilgrims as they circumambulate the Bhoudinath Stupa.
From the lowlands, we travel by small aircraft to Lukla (9,350 feet/2,860 meters) in the foothills of the Himalaya. Our trek begins here. Glacier-fed rivers and waterfalls, deep valleys, Sherpa villages, mystic monasteries, colorful prayer flags, and stunning peaks dominate the landscape for the next two weeks.
In addition to its extraordinary beauty, the friendliness of its people distinguishes Nepal from other destinations. More than 30 unique ethnic groups and languages coexist here, but Sherpas are the dominant population group in the Khumbu region. Sherpa ancestors, immigrants from eastern Tibet, made their own trek across the Himalaya more than 500 years ago to settle in this rugged environment.
As you take in the tremendous vistas along the trail, you will be further elevated by the sound of laughter and song from the Sherpas and porters who accompany you.
Trip Summary:
- Four nights hotel, twelve nights camping, two nights lodges
- Visit important Hindu temples and Buddhist stupas
- View several of the world's highest peaks, including Mount Everest and Ama Dablam
- Visit the Tengboche Monastery en route to Everest Base Camp
- Ascend Kala Pattar (18,450 feet/5,623 meters) for incredible views and photo opportunities
- Reach Everest Base Camp, following in the footsteps of early explorers
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1- Depart Home
Day 2- En route
Day 3-
Arrive in Kathmandu
Day 4- Sightseeing Around the Kathmandu Valley
Day 5 - Fly to Lukla, Begin Trek to Phakding
Day 6- Trek to Namche Bazaar
Day 7- Rest Day in Namche Bazaar, View Mt. Everest
Day 8- Trek toTengboche Monastery
Day 9- Trek to Dingboche
Day 10- Rest Day in Dingboche
Day 11- High Traverse to Dughla
Day 12- Trek to Lobuje
Day 13- Trek to Gorak Shep, Climb Kala Pattar
Day 14- Trek to Everest Base Camp
Day 15- Return Trek to Pheriche
Day 16- High Traverse to Phortse
Day 17- Return Trek to Namche Bazaar
Day 18- Return Trek to Lukla
Day 19- Flight to Kathmandu
Day 20 - Kathmandu
Day 21- Depart Kathmandu
Day 22- Arrive Home
Extend your trip! Lotus Expeditions offers a wide range of trip extensions. No trip to the Himalaya is complete without a little R&R in Thailand on the way home. Vist our Custom Adventures web page
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