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| Everest Transverse Trek |
 The world's most famous Everest Transverse
Trek via the remote Nangpa Valley and overnight in the Everest Base Camp;
cross little use demanding Renjo La (5,340m/17,520ft) and Cho la (5,420m/17,782ft)
climb both Gokyo Ri (5357m/19,216ft) and Kala Pattar (5,545m/18,192ft)
for magnificent close-up views of Mt. Everest (8,848m/29,028ft), Pumori
(7,145m/23,441ft), Ama Dablam (6942m/22776ft), Nuptse (7879m/25,850ft),
Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu (8201m/26,906ft) and many other towering peaks.
The Everest Transverse trek travels to the remotest parts of the Khumbu
Himal and visits all the main valleys of the region. You can explore fascinating
Sherpa villages and visit the Buddhist monasteries.
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Itinerary |
| Day 01 |
Kathmandu
Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, we will officially greet and meet
you at Airport & transfer you to Hotel Shanker or similar category
hotel. You will have leisure time, followed by an evening welcome
dinner at a typical Nepalese Restaurant. Overnight in Kathmandu (1,000m/3,280ft).
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| Day 02 |
Kathmandu
Half-day guided city tours (tour includes Kathmandu Durbar Square,
Syambunath Stupa, Pashupati Nath Temple - Hindu Temple & Buddha
Nath - The biggest Buddha Stupa in ancient Kathmandu). Afternoon pre-trip
discussion of the trek. Overnight in Kathmandu (1,000m/3,280ft). |
| Day 03 |
Katmandu-Lukla-Phakding: 35 min flight; 3-4 hours
trek
Early morning flight by small twin otter to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft).
After final preparations, the trekking starts passing Chaurikharka
village, and makes a descent towards the Dudhkosi Ghat (2,530m/8,300ft).
The trail follows the precise bank of the Dudhkosi River until camp
at Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft) is reached. This first day is short for
acclimatization reasons. |
| Day 04 |
Phakding-Namche Bazaar: 5-6 hours
The trail cross Dudhkoshi River through a long suspension bridge then
trail leads you crossing side by side along the river to Hilary's
Suspension Bridge.The trail further climbs from here to Namche Bazaar.
Overnight in Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft) |
| Day 05 |
Namche Bazaar: Rest
This is the first of the two specific acclimatization days. You can
spend the day taking a day walk hike to Thame, by visiting Khunde
or by relaxing and exploring Namche Bazaar; the main centre in the
Khumbu region and has shops, restaurants, a bakery, hotel with hot
showers and electric power. There is a colorful market each Saturday.
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| Day 06 |
Namche Bazaar - Thame: 4-5 hours
You leave Namche Bazaar and head up the Thame valley.This valley is
off route for most trekking groups and you are likely to find the
paths relatively quiet. The village houses are very spread out and
your camp in one of the fields surrounding the house of a Sherpa friend.
In the afternoon you can visit the small gompa situated on a rocky
promontory above the village. Overnight in Thame (3800m) |
| Day 07 |
Thame- Marulung: 5-6 hours
You head north into the remote Nangpa Valley. Until 2005 this valley
was off limits to trekkers because it was a main access route to the
Nangpa La, a high pass linking Nepal with Tibet. For hundreds of years,
many Tibetan traders have traveled this route, bringing a variety
of Chinese goods on the backs of their yaks to sell in Namche Bazaar.
Overnight camp at Marulung village(4,150m/13,615ft) |
| Day 08-10 |
Marulung - Yak Kharkha-Renjo pass - Gokyo - Gokyo Ri- Gokyo
You continue trekking up the remote Nangpa Valley to your camp at
the pastures of Chule, situated at the snout of the Nangpai Glacier.
At the farthest reaches of the valley lies the superb Nangpai Gosum
(7,352m/24,121ft) and on the western side of the Nangpa La the spectacular
peak of Jobo Lapsang (6,668m/21,877ft) rises up. You should be able
to reach an altitude of over 5,000m (16,404ft) at the collection of
sherpherds huts at Lunag (5,090m/16,699ft) before returning to our
camp. You descend down the Nanga Valley for some distance before beginning
the steep climb up to the small lake of Renjo Tsho, effectively the
high camp for the crossing of the pass.
A big day over the Renjo La (5,340m/17,520ft) you leave your camp
following an early breakfast and climb into a wide corrie making for
the ridge line ahead of you. The actual pass is only a small notch
and the final section involves some very easy scrambling. When you
come over the pass you are greeted with a fantastic panorama looking
out over the turquoise lakes at Gokyo and across the Everest massif.
You descend over rough glacial slabs and moraine to you campsite in
a secluded location on the western shore of Gokyo?s main lake, away
from the lodges and other trekkers. You can have this trek in a lifetime
opportunity to enjoy the beautiful isolated Himalayan scenes by exploring
around or climbing Gokyo Ri (5357m/19,216ft). |
| Day 11-12 |
Gokyo- Thangna - Chola high camp-Dzongkha: 6-7
hours
Trail supports the same way and crossing the Ngojumba glacier where
we will reach Thangna of few teahouses. You will continue to Chola
Base camp (4,920m/16,142ft) for overnight. Next day follows with continue
walking across the moraine, the trail makes a steep ascent to the
top of the snow covered Chola la (5,420m/17,782ft). From the top,
you can enjoy excellent panoramic views of the surrounding mountains
of Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Mt. Everest. After the pass,
the trail descends steeply towards the Dzongkha (4,850m/15,912ft)
passing through pine forests. |
| Day 13 |
Dzongkha- Lubuche: 5-6 hours
From Dzongkha, the trail levels and then makes a gradual climb up
and down to the small Sherpa settlement of Lubuche (4,930). This is
a small village situated nearby the stream. The sunset on Nuptse is
a memorable sight. Overnight in Lobuje (4,930m/16,175ft) |
| Day 14 |
Lubuche-Gorak Shep: 2-4 hours
The trail continues climb to Gorak Shep. It takes a couple of hours
walking up to Kala Pattar (Black Rock) 5,545m/18,192ft; this small
peak offers the best views of Mt. Everest, Pumori and Ama Dablam without
climbing. Overnight in Gorak Shep (5,160m/16,929ft). |
| Day 15 |
Gorak Shep- Everest Base Camp: 3-4 hours
This day leads you to the Base Camp of Everest walking through rocky
and glacial trails where climbers gather for summiting Everest. You
have a free afternoon at Everest Base Camp. This will provide an opportunity
to trek to the foot of the Khumbu icefall or perhaps chat with some
of the climbing teams here. Overnight in Base Camp of Everest (5,357m/17,575ft).
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| Day 16 |
Everest Base Camp- Pheriche: 6-7 hours
After an early breakfast you head back down to Pheriche. From Everest
Base Camp you retrace you route and continue descending to the small
collection of buildings at Dugla (4,620m/15,158ft). You continue down
the broad valley to Pheriche. Overnight in Pheriche (4,240m/13,911ft).
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| Day 17 |
Pheriche-Tengboche: 5-6 hours
The trail makes a gradual descent through scrub junipers and around
Mani stones as it follows the hillside. The trail passes many Mani
walls in deep rhododendron forests where crossing after the Imja khola,
the trail climbs many carved Mani stones to Pangboche. Pangboche Gompa
is the oldest in Khumbu; a visit will be well worth. Walk down to
the valley from where the trail is shallower through alpine meadows.
Followed by climb gradually up to Tengboche (3,870m/12,697ft) where
the biggest monastery lies in the whole of Khumbu. |
| Day 18 |
Tengboche to Namche Bazaar: 5-6 hours Walk down
from the rear of monastery and continue down until you reach Phunki
Tenga. Climb up gradually through a forest. Once you are out of the
forest, you will be walking along a ridge from where you can see down
on your left some of the deepest gorges of Nepal. In spring, the rhododendrons
will look superb making the valley even more beautiful. Reach Namche
Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft), for overnight. |
| Day 19 |
Namche Bazaar to Lukla: 6-7 hours
Trek back to Lukla along the same trail, although it always looks
different coming from the opposite direction on arrival in Lukla you
will have time to relax and celebrate the completion of your trek.
You can have a good time with two local alcoholic beverages 'Chang'
or 'Rakshi.' Feel free to dance with your crewmembers in the Sherpa
way. |
| Day 20 |
Lukla- Kathmandu
Early morning fly to Kathmandu .Transfer to your hotel; the day at
leisure to rest, perhaps catch up on some last minute shopping or
explore any sights you missed during your first day in Kathmandu and
evening celebration dinner together. Overnight in Kathmandu. |
| Day 21 |
Free day in kathmandu
Today you will have free day at kathmandu.A day to relax. if any one
of you are interested for little sightseeing around kathmandu valley,you
can contiunue. Over night at kathmandu |
| Day 22 |
Extend your holiday or back to home
After this amazing trek if you are more interest for other activities
like safari, rafting, cycling or more trekking in other areas; HG
Trekking can organize as your desire. If you decide to leave Nepal
we will transfer to airport for your onward destination.
Price Start From: US$ 2550.00 (Special discount for Group Booking)
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| Inclusion |
3 nights accommodation at 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu on twin sharing with breakfast
All meals during trek
Accommodation during trek on local lodge
Air & others Transportation fare
English speaking local expert guide, porters
National park and others entrance fees
Trekkers' Information Management System fees
All guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu and entry fees
Airport transfers and escort
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| Exclusion |
International flight & departure tax
Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
Personal gears & clothing
Tips, any others personal nature expenses
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| Notes |
Meals
Your day begins with tea or coffee in your teahouse or tent. There is little better than a nice hot cup of the local brew to help you get going on a day of trekking. Breakfast usually includes cereal, porridge, pancakes or eggs in different styles, coffee, tea and bread with jam and butter. Lunch typically includes a choice of the local favorite dal bhat, chapattis, vegetable salads, soup, beverages and local snacks. On other occasions lunch may consist of fried rice, noodles, other pasta dishes or sandwiches. Dinner includes soup and a full hot meal including rice or potatoes, vegetables and lentils.
Accommodations
All accommodations for your trek are on twin sharing basis included in the trip cost. There are two styles of accommodations during our trekking. You will spend three nights in a 3-star hotel, similar category hotel in Kathmandu and during your trekking you will spend all nights in standard teahouse/lodge/hotel in which there are unheated rooms with wooden beds and foam mattresses. We provide attached rooms as much as possible, however teahouses/lodges of some places only have shared washing and toilet facilities.
Itinerary can be customized according to your needs and length of stay.
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