CULTURAL TREKKING IN THE MOUNT EVEREST NATIONAL PARK
15 days - Encounter Sherpa Life - Visit Buddhist Monasteries - Witness Grand Himalayan Mountain Views

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Home to Mount Everest and the famous Sherpa people. The Everest region is understandably the world's most popular and spectacular hiking destination. Our new Khumbu Explorer Trek begins with a spectacular flight from Kathmandu to the 9,300-foot airstrip at Lukla. We then follow the traditional expedition route to the Sherpa capital of the Khumbu, the village of Namche Bazaar and onwards, alongside raging rivers to seldom-visited hamlet of Upper Pangboche. Along the way we will visit many picturesque Sherpa villages such as Tengboche, the home of Nepal 's most famous monastery situated beneath the impressive backdrop of Everest and Ama Dablam (Mother's Charm).

Our journey continues on a high traversing path connecting Upper Pangboche to Phortse and the village of Khumjung in the Green Valley. On this section of trail we will encounter few others and will feel dwarfed by the surrounding mountains. Sacred stones, chortens, mani walls (boulders marked with Buddhist prayer inscriptions) and prayer flags will mark our route as we look down into the gorge of the Dudh Kosi and gaze up at the seemingly outstretched arms of Ama Dablam. We may not meet a Yeti, but Barking Deer, Musk Deer, Himalayan Tahr and the bearded Mountain Goat can be seen grazing on the steep slopes between Pangboche and Khumjung. This easy-paced and fully-supported lodge trek allows us to enjoy an excellent introduction to trekking in Nepal and provide a unique insight into the ‘Land of the Sherpa' and ‘Home of Mount Everest'.

TRIP DEPARTURE DATES:
The Mount Everest Khumbu Explorer Trek is part of our Himalayan Classic Trek Series. Our Classic Treks are led by an experienced, English-speaking Sherpa Guide and full support crew. We are able to arrange this trek starting on any day of the week during the months of March, April, May, September, October, November and December for groups of 1 to 12 people. Please contact us with any questions or to receive a detailed day to day Trip Itinerary.

2012 LAND ONLY PER PERSON TRIP PRICE:
1 Person: $3210.00
2 to 4 People: $2460.00
5 to 8 People: $2335.00
9 to 12 People: $2255.00
Single hotel room supplement: $400.00 per person

TRIP SNIPPETS:
Hotels: 14 nights hotels and lodges
Lodge Trek: 11 nights lodges/teashouses
Trek Grade: 10 days MODERATE trekking
Max. altitude: 13,020 feet at the Mong La Pass

Moderate Trekking = suitable for most regular hikers as the trip involves relatively short days (4-7 hours) on well-traveled trails. However, a reasonable level of fitness is required as these trips can involve a considerable amount of ascent and descent at altitude and the occasional longer hiking day.

TRIP OUTLINE:
Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu. Transfer to group hotel.
Day 2: Fly Kathmandu / Lukla. Trek to Phakding. 2 hr trek. Lodge.
Day 3: To Namche Bazaar. 11,283 feet. Approx. 5-6 hours of trekking. Lodge.
Day 4: Rest Day at Namche Bazaar. Lodge.
Day 5: Trek to Tengboche. 12,684 feet. Approx 5 hours of trekking. Lodge.
Day 6: Trek to Upper Pangboche. 13,010 feet. 6-7 hours of trekking. Lodge.
Day 7: Trek to Phortse. 12,600 feet. 5-6 hours of trekking. Lodge.
Day 8: Trek to Khumjung Village in the Green Valley. 12,430 feet. 4-5 hours of trekking. Lodge.
Day 9: Trek to Thame. 12,465 feet. 4-5 hours of trekking. Lodge.
Day 10: Trek to Monjo. 9,300 feet. 6 hours of walking. Lodge.
Day 11: Trek to Lukla. 5 hours of trekking. Lodge.
Day 12: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu. Hotel.
Days 13 & 14: In Kathmandu for guided sightseeing tour, independent activities and shopping. Hotel.
Day 15: Transfer to the airport for your return flight.

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