Overview
Grade: Difficult
Max. Altitude: 6367 m
Duration: 24 days
Trek Days: 20 days
Type of trek: Camping/Lodge
South-East Ridge
The approach to the South East Face is from the Hinku valley. From Lukla we follow the trekking trail of Everest base camp up to Manjo and head east, then south for a two-day hike to base camp. The ascent route to the main summit is up the South East Face. With a base camp at 4360m, two or three high camps are required to complete the climb.
North Ridge
The North Ridge is approached from Monjo on the trail to Namche Bazaar. From base camp ascend steep grass and screed and finally a ramp leading to the ridge proper.
Itinerary
Outline Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu and transfer to the Hotel.
Day 02: Trek preparation day/Climbing permit issue and necessary paperwork arrangements.
Day 03: Flight to Lukla (35 minutes) and trek to Phakding (2640m) – Overnight at Lodge
Day 04: Trek to Namche (3440m) – Overnight at Lodge
Day 05: Extra day 'rest' Namche acclimatization, explore around Syangboche and Khumjung/5 hours: lodge/teahouse stay.Overnight at Lodge
Day 06: Trek to Monjo (2840m) – Lodge/teahouse stay.
Day 07: Trek to camping place (3850m) – Tented Camp
Day 08: Trek to Base Camp (4750m) – Tented Camp
Day 09/19: Climbing period of Kusum Kanguru Peak – Tented Camp
Day 20: Cleaning up base camp – Trek to Monjo – Overnight at Lodge
Day 21: Trek to Lukla – Overnight at Lodge
Day 22: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu (35 minutes) and transfer to the hotel.
Day 23: Extra day in Kathmandu: This is a cushion day for eventuality that may arise for delays or cancellation of flight or any other reasons beyond our control. In case everything works out fine than you may have the privilege of using this day for sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley hunting souvenirs or any other option that may interest you. Overnight Hotel.
Day 24: Transfer to airport for final departure
You are saying good bye to the mountains as your journey in Nepal comes to an end today! We hope you enjoyed the tour with us and we expect that you plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal again. Approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight time, a representative from Parikrama Treks will transfer you to the airport.
Dates & Prices
SELECT FIXED DEPARTURE DATES 2018/ 2019!!!
Travel Period: 17th Oct - 1st Nov 2018!!!!! (Guaranteed /Booking Open)
Travel Period: 8th Apr - 13th May 2019!!!!! (Guaranteed / Booking Open)
RATES PER PERSON:
2-5 Pax - US$ 1358.00 Per Person in double/twin occupancy.
6-9 Pax – US$ 2990.00 Per Person in double/twin occupancy.
10+ Pax – US$ 2870.00 Per Person in double/twin occupancy.
Single room supplement: US$ 230/net extra per person
Extra cost [subject to change if revised]:
* Airfare/Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu: US$ 310.00 per person
What's Included
The above cost includes the following services:
✓Airports pick up and drop by private vehicle in Kathmandu transfers
✓05 nights at 3 star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on B/B basis
✓World Heritage sites for Sightseeing Tours during your stay in cities
✓All land Transport Including Cities to Cities, from hotel to starting and ending point of trek
✓Lodges/ tea house accommodation in double occupancy or family bed room during the entire trek and climb
✓Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the entire trek and climb
✓Services of a trained and Professional license holder English speaking trekking guide (leader)
✓Required number porters to carry your luggage (one porter for every 2 guests) during the trek
✓Expenses for all Staff including their salary, insurance, domestic airfare, transportation, food and accommodation
✓Warm Clothes and Shoes for porters during the trek
✓Medical First Aid Kit (carried by your guide)
✓Guide with experience of First Aid treatment, AMS safety training certified
✓All necessary paper work; trekking conservation/ National Park/ TIMS Card/ Special permits fee as per the itinerary
✓Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private tourist vehicle
✓Entrance fee in all monuments during tour
✓All government taxes, 24.3% VAT & service charges.
What’s not included
The above cost doesn't include the following services:
* International and Domestic Airfare not listed in the Itinerary
* Nepal entry visa fee which can be issued on your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport
* Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu
* Emergency Rescue, Evacuation cost or any types of travel, Personal interest items insurance fee
* Airfare for the sector Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu. Quoted separately
* Any item of personal nature such as beverages, hot cold drinks, laundry, telephone call, battery charges, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.
* Personal trekking Equipment
* Altitude chamber (PAC) or oxygen
* Personal climbing equipment
* Personal climbing guide if requested
* Food and accommodation if clients stock due to flight cancellation
* Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg of luggage, a cargo charge is around $1.5 per kg)
* Tips for trekking, tour staff and driver (Tipping is expected)
* Any others expenses which are not mentioned on ‘Cost Includes' section.
Insurance:
Travel insurance coverage for high rescue & evacuation, Medical treatment, loss of belongings and trip cancellation is strongly recommended.
Note:
The price does not include: undue escalation in fuel prices, new taxes levies on hotels and transportation services or any hikes in entrance fees. Any large tax hikes and new levies shall be payable extra and shall be billed accordingly with prior notice.
Equipment List
LIST OF EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHING REQUIRED:
General Items
Daypack, Rucksack, Sleeping bag, Duffel bag, Walking sticks, Toiletries (Soaps, Sanitizers)
Bring Items/Snacks with you:
Strong water bottle/ Thermal flask, Sun/Snow Glasses, Sun hat, Sun Cream, Torch Light with extra batteries, Mask, Lip balm, chocolates, dry food, Walking Stick, Cameras (chargers and batteries), Water purification Iodine tablets, Energy bars and snacks. Your own regular medicine etc.
Clothing Items:
Casual wears & comfortable trekking shoes, warm clothing for nights & mornings, Raincoats, Towels, Warm jacket, Fleece Jacket, Thermal inner wear, warm trousers(wind proof jacket ) and shirts, woolen gloves, Sun Hat, Woolen socks(some pears)
List of the climbing gears:
01.Zumar 1 pic. Each person
02.Crampons 1 pair each person
03.Carabiner 6-7 pics each person
04.Plastic boots 1 pair for each person
05.Harnessess 1 set
06.Warm cap
07.Gloves ( Thermal)
08.Snow glass
09.Wind Jacket
10.Goretex Paint
11.Ice Screw 3 pics for team
12.Snow bar 4 pics for team
13.Ice Axe 1 pics for each member
14 Rock pitton 2 pices for team
15.Fixed Rope 350-400m ( For Team)
16.Main rope 50 m (For Team)
17.Lip guard
18.Sun scream
19.Ep gas for high camp
20:High altitude foods
21.Cooking pots for High camp.
