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12 days · Tea House Trekking · Group size 2-10 pax
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This was a once in a lifetime, most amazing trip ever! Bikal and his team made this a seamless trip as a solo traveler. From beginning to end, they exceeded any expectations I had. Trekking around the Everest region is one of the most sought-after destinations to spend the vacation time for trekkers and adventure seekers from all over the world. This is a perfect choice if you love to be amidst wild nature and rugged terrain. The Himalayan beauty with rare natural sights can be enjoyed around the Everest region. You get to enjoy quite a number of diverse experiences. We have designed this special 12 days trekking package with the focus on exploring around cultural sites and Sherpa villages around the Everest region. The best part is that this trek is suitable for the trekkers of every age group and you can go on this trek anytime throughout the year. This trek is comparatively easier than other treks around the Everest region and you will be covering short distance each day. The Everest region cultural trek is the best choice for you if you are trekking around Everest region with an objective of understanding the culture and lifestyle of people there including the towering peaks of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dublum, Thamserku and surrounding many other peaks. We have designed this package in such a way that you can get well acquainted with the people and culture around the Everest region. You will get to explore the villages and human settlement areas, Monasteries and how people are living in these areas. Mostly the region is inhabited by Sherpa people, often known as mighty climbers. Most of the lodges and restaurants in the Everest region are run by Sherpas. Likewise, a small number of other ethnic tribes like Rai and Limbu also live in this region. The people here rear Yaks and use them as a source of dairy products as well as means of transporting goods. Although the people here live not so prosperous lifestyle, the warm and homely hospitality they provide is really appreciative. You will be meeting people, talking to them, hearing their stories, visiting monasteries, gompas and Chortens along the way. Most people here are followers of the Buddhist religion. You will see the monasteries, gompas, Chortens, and even the trails decorated with colorful Buddhist prayer flags with sacred mantras printed over them. They also worship the mountain peaks as their deities and consider it disrespectful to throw wastes around the mountain areas. In addition to exploring and observing the culture and lifestyle of people around Everest region from close, the mountainous beauty, beautiful landscapes and views around always make you feel the pleasure and excitement all along the trek. If you have more time and want to do more adventure we offer some other customizable packages like Everest Base Camp Trek from Jiri (24 days), Island Peak Climbing (17days). Trip Highlights We acknowledge that you are joining us for the adventure trip in Himalayan region of Nepal, where weather conditions, health, and fitness of the member or unexpected natural disaster can compel us to change the itinerary and if so you have to understand it but we would try our best to keep the suggested itinerary as per the original schedule. Your safety and satisfaction of the trip is our paramount concern while traveling with Aiming Adventure and we ensure you our best team, logistics, professional services to make sure that you would have an amazing trip of the lifetime with us. Also note that our trip leader deserved the final decision if the trip has to amend, change the route or cancel due to the extreme conditions for the safety precaution. However, he will try his best to ensure that the trip runs according to the stated plan but be prepared for flexibility if necessary. Aiming Adventure suggests you get travel insurance that covers all the added expenses that might result due to various health issues, injuries or accidents (together with the air ambulance, helicopter rescue, and other treatment costs). Also, make sure that your insurance policy covers all the extra activities that you are planning to accomplish throughout your stay in Nepal. In addition to this, the policy should also cover death, misplaced luggage, theft and liability, cancellations, medical treatment (counting hospital charges, cost of the medicine, doctor’s fees) as well as repatriation cost. Most of the days while trekking in Nepal takes you above an altitude of 3000m, it is kindly requested to ensure that your insurance policy covers treks that go over 4000m. Buying insurance is highly recommended. Trekking in Nepal is physically tougher in some of the regions. However, no previous trekking experienced is required but if you have, it is a great plus point. Trekking in Nepal is a non-technical walk. The highest height you would reach on your trip is 3,867m/ 12,700 ft from sea level. The walk involves lots of ups and downhill takes you through local villages, farming lands, terraces, and riverside but as long as you have a strength of walking for 4 to 6 hours a day, you are qualified for the trek. However, you should be having moderate health and fitness. We strongly suggest travelers consult with your medical doctor before traveling and do the regular checkup of your health and report us while booking a trip with us. A part of the health and fitness, the participant must be having a positive attitude and strong determination for the successful trip. AMS (acute mountain sickness) is a serious issue. It is the result of the failure of the body to adapt to high altitudes and can affect anyone, regardless of age or fitness. It usually occurs above 2,500m and the likelihood of being affected increases as you ascend. The way to reduce the effects of altitude is to ascend slowly, 300 meters per day above 3,000 meters until you have acclimatized. Poor acclimatization results in a headache, nausea, sleeplessness, difficulty breathing and swelling of fingers and glands. The only cure for AMS is to descend to a lower altitude and your guide’s decision on this matter is final. Although our routes are carefully planned to allow for proper acclimatization you may feel some effects of altitude for the first few days or at higher altitudes. Breathlessness, lethargy and mild headaches are not uncommon and generally decrease as your body adjusts. Maintaining adequate fluid intake is essential. Please advise your guide if you feel more severe symptoms and do not medicate yourself without discussing it with them first. Aiming Adventure offers a wonderful opportunity to help you visit those areas, cultures, and traditionsof of Nepal that have never been explored before. Your trip itineraries are fully customized in order to meet the individual needs and interests of each traveler. We also partner with local people and Leaders to help you get the maximum out of the trip. We are highly dedicated and offer years of experience to plan an outstanding adventure trip for you. Customer service is our top priority; therefore, we cater to every possible need of yours during your stay in Nepal, be it the food, accommodation, varied destination or your communication needs. Despite all these facilities, our best packages are offered at a very competitive rate. Nepal visa is the easiest visa to obtain; you may buy your Nepal visa at your nearest Nepalese Embassy/ Consulate or Mission offices abroad or buy this upon on arrival to Kathmandu international airport upon your arrival. You have to have 2 passport size photographs, Visa fees in USD cash & valid passport at least for 6 months valid at the starting of the trip. By Air: Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu is the only international airport in Nepal if you are coming by any international flights. By Overland: Tourist Visa Fees: 3 days transit visa - Free of Cost In this Everest region trek, the minimum group size would be two and the maximum group size is ten or more on request. We can also organize a private trip for a solo person with a single supplement cost. Else, join our estimated group departure dates available online or ask us with your personal dates, we will open group date on the same date. Most of these hikes take you on the remote Himalayan region, it is very essential that you are accompanied by the very experienced and qualified & equipped leader for a safe and successful trip. We Aiming Adventure employee the local trek guide and staff who are trained and qualified on the trip we worked on. Our guides are trained and licensed from Nepal Gov., certify from TAAN & Nepal Mountaineering Association. All of our leading Trekking and Climbing Guides are experienced more than 10 years. We have trained them especially for your trip, to cater for the flexible needs of our peoples in the group joining from different countries, this double assure you that your trip is at the right and professional hands. While in Kathmandu, your accommodation is at standard hotels (Attached Bath, A/C, 24 hours running hot/cold shower) similar of 2 to 3-star standard hotel and while in the trek, your accommodation is at Mt. Lodge/local tea houses, they are clean and comfortable. Our entire accommodation is at twin share unless stated but single supplement accommodation is also available on personal request with the additional cost. We do have two best seasons to attempt this in Nepal. As this trip is a big trip for you, we always suggest you come at the right time of the year as far as possible. Along with warm clothes, you will also need other equipment for the sufficient protection of your body. Below is the list of necessary items that you need to pack before commencing your trek. Head- Hat (with a wide brim), Sunglasses (with UV protection), Sunscreen lotion and Lip balm Upper body- T-shirts (3), light and expedition weight thermal tops, Fleece jacket and pullover, fleece wind-stopper jacket (Optional), waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket, down vest/jacket (included) Hands - Lightweight gloves, heavy-weight gloves/mittens with a waterproof outer shell Lower body - Underwear (4), hiking shorts (2), lightweight cotton long pants, light and expedition weight thermal bottoms, fleece or wool pants, waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants Feet - Thin, light-wear inner socks (4), thick, warm wool hiking socks (4), hiking boots with spare laces, camp shoes. Accessories - Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F (included), headlamp with spare bulb and batteries, small padlock or combination lock, basic first aid kit, large plastic bags (for keeping items dry inside trek bag), day pack, water bottles (2), hiking pole/walking sticks, small ear plugs Toiletries -Soap, shampoo, toothbrush, small wash towel Extras - Cameras with extra batteries and cards, binoculars, light balaclava or warm fleece hat, reading books, trip map/guidebook, journal & pen, iPod & travel games (like cards, chess, and backgammon) Vaccination is required to plan your trip to Nepal but it is not a must to have the thing to come, but highly suggested. Your doctor will have the information about the vaccination you would require in the country you will be traveling to. Hepatitis B, Japanese Encephalitis, Polio, Rabies, Tetanus, Typhoid, and Malaria, etc. are the recommended vaccination for travel Nepal. Our porters are fully equipped and insured for each trip they are undertaking with us. As you know that we are very sincere with the porter issues and their situation while on trek thus we make sure that our porters are fully prepared for the trip. We are closely working with the International Porter Progress Association for the welfare and be fit for the touristic porters. The maximum load carried by our porter is 20 to 40 KG maximum. These days, there are enough communication facilities on this trek, most of the local villages have local telephone booth phones thus if required, you can easily communicate with your friends and family, however, the cost is slightly expensive, 1-2 $ per minute. Nowadays, during the clear days, reception of Nepalese cell phones is on throughout the trail, your guide will have the cell phone on the trip. And most of the teahouses in the mountain has WI-FI facility with the cost 1-5 Dollar. However, sometimes cell phones or the internet may not work for a few days to be prepared for that. Once you would choose which trip you would like to book with us, write to us with the information or phone us on our phone number for the trip booking confirmation. We have an online trip booking option, you may go to that link, choose your trip and date and follow the instruction with the information required and submit us. You could also drop us the message at the online chat section or can email us at [email protected]. You could also directly call us on Cell/Viber/WhatsApp at +977 9849211457. We will be online 24/7. We will respond to you as early as possible. We provide pick up facility for all our guests directly from the airport. Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport at Kathmandu, one of our team members from Aiming Adventure will be there to pick you up and take you to the hotel in a private vehicle. We manage all the bookings before your arrival so that you can get the swift and hassle free service. Aiming Adventure gives utmost priority to providing quality service to all its guests. We make sure of your comfort and safety. We manage tourist standard hotel at the heart of Kathmandu. After checking in to the hotel you will get enough time to take rest and get refreshed. Later, all the team members and trekkers get introduced to each other. You might as well roam around Thamel area for some time. In the evening we provide you a grand welcome dinner at one of the best restaurants in the city. You will get to enjoy authentic Nepalese dishes along with cultural entertainment program. We get back to the hotel for the night’s stay. Today we will be going on a tour around Kathmandu valley. We will be visiting some major historical and religious sites. Our spots would be Pashupatinath temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swoyambhunath (Monkey Temple) and Kathmandu Valley durbar square. These places are of great importance to Hindus as well as Buddhists. People visit these religious sites during major religious festivals. A large number of devotees worship gods and goddesses around these areas as their religious deities. In addition to being the religious site, the temple areas are also famous for its art and architecture. The window carvings and stone works are quite a sight. Also, the unique design makes them interesting to watch. We will spend the day visiting these sites and return back to the hotel in the evening. At the hotel we get our bags packed and get prepared to go on the trek tomorrow. Night at the hotel. We will get on an early flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. The view from the flight is simply amazing. You will get to see the whole range of Himalayas at a glance from the plane. The view of landscapes and hills are also worth watching. After around 30 minutes’ flight, we reach Lukla. We will meet out another trekking member at Lukla and will make the break for a while to adjust with that altitude. From Lukla, we will start the trek on foot. We pass through Pasang Lhamo memorial gate and head ahead towards the village of Cheplung. Shortly afterward we reach Cheplung Gompa. We continue our walk enjoying the view of Dudh Koshi River flowing down below. The trail further takes us to Ghat. We can see colorful Buddhist prayer flags decorating the chortens and mani walls along the trail. We get to see the beautiful view of Mount Khumbila on our way to Phakding. Walking further ahead we will visit the village called Zamphute. We pass Toktok and Bengkar on our way ahead. There are few settlement areas seen around Chumawa. We then shortly reach Monjo. We will stay for the night at a lodge there. Our destination for today is Namche Bazaar. We leave Monjo after having hot breakfast in the morning and get along with our trek for the day. The walk ahead will take us to Tawa and after a short walk from there, we reach the entry point to Sagarmatha National Park. After the check-in formalities, we head ahead towards Jorsalle which is the last village before Namche. The walk is accompanied by beautiful scenic view around. The landscapes and greenery around keep us refreshed throughout the walk. We then reach Larja Dobhan which is the meeting point of two huge rivers, Bhote Koshi and Dudh Koshi. After crossing the bridge over the river and walking for about two hours uphill through the pine and Rhododendron forest we finally reach Namche Bazaar. We will spend the night at a lodge there. Today we will be spending the day exploring the village of Namche Bazaar. As acclimatization is necessary when we reach higher altitude we will give some rest to our bodies and try to adjust our body to the rising altitude and changed environmental condition. There are chances that we might get caught by Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) when we reach higher altitude. So to prevent this acclimatization is necessary. Even during the acclimatization, if we add up some form of physical movement like strolling around or going on a short hike, it will help to speed up the process of acclimatization. So, we climb to visit the museum, go to Everest view hotel or visit the Sagarmatha National Park head office. We will also get chances to enjoy the view of Mount Everest and other peaks during our walk through the Namche Bazaar area. We will meet the people there and also spend some time talking about their life, and hear their stories as well. Namche Bazaar has the facility of internet and has some nice bakeries and restaurants. We can also have some nice time at these places. We will stay for the night at Namche Bazaar. We will start our trek early in the morning. Leaving Namche Bazaar behind, we move ahead through the gradual trail. We get to see the huge Bhote Koshi River flowing on our left. The walk further will take us to the village called Phurte. We will stroll around and again continue with our walk ahead. Further ahead we reach Thamo where there are sparsely populated settlement areas. We explore around and head ahead. Shortly afterward we reach Samde and little ahead we come across a bridge. We cross the bridge and Thame is there on the other side. The village has small clustered houses of Sherpa people and cultivation areas around. We will walk around the village area and in the evening will go to visit the Thame Monastery. We will then prepare for our night’s stay at Thame. Today we will be walking back from Thame taking the half of the same root we walked yesterday. We will leave the village behind and head back by crossing the bridge over Bhote Koshi River and passing through Samde. We then reach Thamo. From Thamo the trail separates. Leaving the trail to Namche Bazar, we catch the trail that will take us to Khumjung. We continue our walk ahead and shortly afterward we reach Khunde. There is a monastery in the area. We will explore around and again move forward. After a short uphill walk, we will finally reach Khumjung. Khumjung village has the largest human settlement area in the Khumbu region. We can observe traditional lifestyle along the way. The village lies at the base and there is giant Mount Khumbila standing in the background which is the holy mountain of Khumbu region. From the village, we can get the nice view of Mount Everest and other snowcapped peaks as well. We will spend some time visiting Khumjung Monastery which is more than six hundred years old where yeti skull is protected. Later, will visit Edmund Hillary School and nearby longest mani wall of the Khumbu region is situated. We leave Khumjung early in the morning and head towards Tengboche. We will have to go many uphill and downhill trails today. We find the carved stones with Buddhist prayer inscribed upon them along the trail. We also find the Buddhist prayer flags hung at different places. On the walk ahead we get to have a nice view of Mount Everest and Mount Ama Dablam. The trek is always accompanied by the great natural beauty and white snowy peaks. We get the pleasing experience when walking by such wonderful sight. We then take the downhill trail at the beginning which will take us to Phungi Thanga. After crossing the suspension bridge at the bottom we climb all the way to Tengboche where the biggest ministry is situated. We will then be visiting the famous Tengboche monastery there and observe the praying style. The monastery is beautifully built and has a unique design. It resembles Tibetan monastery. We will explore the area and spend some time in the village. We will spend the night at Tengboche. From Tengboche, today we will head down towards Phakding after observing the beautiful sunrise view on Mt. Everest and other panoramic mountain views. We will walk down through dense rhododendron and juniper forest. We then cross the bridge over Dudh Koshi River and continue our walk ahead. We head further downhill and move ahead towards Namche Bazaar. From Namche Bazaar we gain head downhill towards Monjo crossing the bridge and passing Jorsale on the way. We walk through the trail that we took before. We cross Bengkar, Tok Tok, and Zamphute and finally reach Phakding. We take a good rest and get our sleep in a lodge at Phakding. Today we will head towards Lukla. Our trek will come to close today. From Phakding we head towards Ghat, crossing the bridge over Thado Koshi Khola. We then pass through few small villages on our way and some gompas and monasteries. We get the last glimpses of mountains. We then reach Chaurikharka. There is vast grassland in this area. We further move ahead until we reach Lukla. Once reach Lukla, we take a good rest. Our trek on foot ends here. In the evening we can roam around Lukla or can have a celebration with the team members. We will spend the night at Lukla. We take an early flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. We can enjoy the aerial view of Himalayan range from the flight. After arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be escorted to the hotel. Aiming Adventure team members will be there to receive you and take you to the hotel. You will get to take a good rest at the hotel. You can also go around the city if you would like to. In the evening Aiming Adventure offers you a grand farewell dinner to celebrate the successful completion of the trek. We will share our memories and the great time we have had. We enjoy the dinner along with cultural entertainment program. We will then get back to the hotel and prepare for final departure. Night at the hotel. Today is the departure day and we will provide you the facility to take you to the airport. One of the Aiming Adventure team members will be there to drop you in a private vehicle. We will exchange the final greeting and bid each other final goodbyes. If your flight is scheduled in the evening you can spend the time doing some shopping around Thamel area and having some nice time at the restaurant. You may also choose to go on another trek if you would like Aiming Adventure will arrange upon your time, interest and budget. Plan your journey Swipe sideways to browse months
1241 $ / Person
Group size:
2-10 pax
Transportation:
Private Car & Domestic Flight
Trip Type:
Tea House Trekking
Arrival Location:
Kathmandu, Nepal
Departure Location:
Kathmandu, Nepal
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Max-Altitude:
3,867m/ 12,700 ft
Accommodation:
Mountain Tea Houses
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Deepak was a delight and gave a wonderful tour of Kathmandu. He was very knowledgeable and was a very interesting and fun day out visiting the temples. The monkey temple was my favorite!
Manu (guide) and Sujin(porter) were phenomenal. As a first time hiker, I didn't know what to expect and I was blown away. They went at my pace, never getting irritated at how many times I stopped to take pictures because it was just so beautiful. Pictures don't do it justice. They made the nights fun with great conversation and endless card games.
This trip for me was to find some peace. With the constant hustle and bustle and curveballs that life throws, it's just what I needed. There's just no words for how beautiful it is. The local people were very friendly. The accommodations at the teahouses were wonderful. As a solo traveler, I never once felt unsafe.
I would highly recommend this trip and Aiming Adventures!
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Altitude Information
Why to Trek with Aiming Adventure?
Passport & Visa Information:
Nationals of SAARC countries do not need the visa when visiting Nepal. As per this rule, Indian nationals do not require the visa. A transit visa is provided for foreign nationality for 3 days. Visa must be obtained for staying over the initial period of three days.How to get into Nepal and get Visa:
Group Size:
Our Guides, Trip, and Safety:
In every trip, there would be our one Trek guide and one porter. But if you are traveling with the more numbers there would be one trek leader and assistant guide (depend upon the group size). Also, we assign with every two trekkers would have one Sherpa helper for carrying your trekking bags.
Meals and Accommodation
In the city, only breakfast is included on the offered trip itinerary but while in trek full board of meals is included (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, and Tea- Coffee). We provide you food from the local tea- house/ Mt. Lodge from en route. Breakfast and dinner are to be provided from the same tea- house/ guest house we would overnight but lunch would be en route in between.
Foods provided depend on the availability of the Mt. lodges we would be staying but in general, you can have Nepalese cuisine (Dal Bhat), Tibetan fried bread, various soups, Mo Mo’s (steamed dumplings), potatoes, pasta and even a version of pizza! So, overall, you have a different choice of food on the trek. You can pick up from the menu whatever you would like to have.Best Trekking Seasons:
Spring: - (March, April, May) - Best warmest time to trek. Rhododendron flowers in bloom- excellent trails and clear skies, best visibility. Good Temperature, warmest weather of the year.
Autumn: - (Mid-September, October, and November) - Excellent trails, clear blue skies, best visibility, neither too hot nor too cold time. This is another best time to trek.
Winter Months: - (December, January, and February) are also good, but it’s obviously colder than other times. You have to be prepared for this. It is up to you to plan this trek at this cold time or not.
Summer: - Monsoon, so rain and visibility can be a big issue (from Mid-June, July, and August). We do not suggest you this time for the trek.What to bring?
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How to Book:
Once your trip booking request would be received, we would suggest the final trip booking procedure with advance payment of the trip. The non-refundable deposit of 20% (per person) is required to confirm a place on your selected adventure.
PACKAGE DETAILS
Day: 01 - Welcome day in Kathmandu - (1,300m/4,264 ft) -
Day: 02 - Guided City tour and Trek Preparation Day - (1,300m/4,264 ft) -
Day: 03 - Fly to Lukla and Trek to Monjo - (2800m/9184ft) -
Day: 04 - Trek to Namche Bazaar - (3,445m) -
Day: 05 - Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar - -
Day: 06 - Trek to Thame - (3,800m/12,467ft) -
Day: 07 - Trek to Khumjung - (3,780m/12,402ft) -
Day: 08 - Trek to Tengboche - (3,860m/12,664ft) -
Day: 09 - Trek Down to Phakding - (2,652m/8,700ft) -
Day:10 - Trek to Lukla - (2,840m/9,317ft) -
Day: 11 - Fly back to Kathmandu - -
Day: 12 - Departure to the Final Destination - -
Available departure dates
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