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Our representative at Sherpa expedition and trekking will come to receive you at the airport upon your arrival and accompany you to your hotel. Later, in the evening, you will be called for a pre-trek meeting at our office where you will be briefed about the journey and get acquainted with the trekking guide.Do remember to bring along your passport, three passport-sized photographs and a copy of your travel insurance policy which is readable. You can put forward your queries here. You can clear all the due amounts here and the sign the contractual trip form and the non-liability disclaimer.

Day 1 : Reach Kathmandu (1400 meters)

This is the first day of the trekking journey where you will be first transferred to the airport via private vehicle; from here you will fly to Lukla with this early morning flight. You will reach there within 30/ 35 minutes.You will get introduced to other members of the trekking group and your luggage will be prepared for porters. We then start the trekking by heading to the Phakding village as we walk downhill on a stone filled trail; we walk past many prayer rocks and settlements like the Chheplung, Nursing, Lomdza, Thalsharoa, Thado Koshigaon and so on before we reach Phakding. Upon reaching Phakding, we can rest at the lodge and then explore the surrounding of the area. Overnight stay at a lodge in Phakding.

Day 2 : Kathmandu-Lukla via flight and head to Phakding (2652 meters, around 30 to 35 minutes flight)

On this day, we move to Namche Bazaar as we walk past a suspension bridge alongside Dudh Koshi river and then follow the river bank as we cross settlements like Gumela, Thulo Gumela, Nyambua Thyang, Zam Flute, Bengkar, and Toktok. We will be accompanied by the wonderful jungles of Magnolia and Rhododendron.We ascend to Monjo which is the gateway to Sagarmatha National Park; the team leader will ensure all formalities are fulfilled. Then we enter the national park and descend to reach Larja Dobhan; here we cross another bridge and ascend to a viewpoint where we can see the majestic view of Mt. Everest. We reach Namche Bazaar after an uphill climb. We will explore the market. Overnight stay at a lodge in Namche.

Day 3 : Phakding-Namche Bazaar (3440 meters, around six hours)

On this day, we stop at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization as we have already reached such high elevation. To acclimatize well, we need to stay active so we visit the close villages namely Khumjung and Khumde where we visit beautiful monasteries, hospital, and school or we will hike to the village named Thame. We will get to witness the traditional Sherpa culture and lifestyle there. If time permits, we can go to the museum, the headquarter of National park or we will chill in the café or bakery and use the internet. Overnight stay at a lodge in Namche.

Day 4 : Rest day in Namche Bazaar for acclimatization (3440 meters)

We walk past Namche to reach Tengboche as we walk through the high ridge crossing the Tenzing Norgay Memorial Stupa. We can enjoy the amazing views of Lhotse, Taboche, Kangtega, Ama Dablam and Thamserku from here as we move to Khyangjuma village.We descend to the Mani wall at Khumbu and move across picturesque rhododendron forest as we cross Sanasa. Then, we cross the bridge at Phunki Tenga which is over the river, Dudh Koshi. We move uphill through Rhododendron and pine forests. The trail becomes easier as we walk out of the lush green forest to Tengboche monastery. We will have enough time to explore the monastery and the surrounding there. Overnight stay at Tengboche in a lodge.

Day 5 : Namche Bazaar- Tengboche (3867 meters, around six hours)

Our destination for this day in Dingboche. We descend to Deboche and cross the bridge over the river, Imja as we walk past Milingo. We will witness a huge Chorten in CHaturje.After a steep hike as we cross few monasteries and chortens, we will cross another bridge at Somare. We follow the bank of Imja and walk through yak herds and alpine meadows to eventually reach the beautiful village of Dingboche after climbing uphill. We will explore the village and savor the mountain views. Overnight stay in Tengboche.

Day 6 : Tengboche-Dingboche (4358 meters, around six hours)

After the rest day in Dingboche, we climb uphill to Dusa from where we will head to Palrung Kharka. We cross a bridge and then hike to the Thokla Pass. We will relish the views of Khumbu Glacier as we move ahead through the moraine on Khumbu Glacier till we get to Lobuche. Overnight stay at a lodge in Lobuche.

Day 7 : Head to Lobuche (4928 meters, 5/ 6 hours)

We head to our main destination on this day as w start from Lobuche. We walk past the lateral moraine at Khumbu Glacier and walk to the Lobuche Passes w cross the finishing point of Lobuche glacier and Pyramid. Then, we descend to the junction of the Khumbu glacier, Changri Shar, and Changri Nup.As we eventually reach Gorak Shep, we will leave our backpacks at the lodge we will be staying at and head to the Everest Base Camp following the moraine trail. The trail is glacial and rocky here and is adorned by colorful prayer flags. We then hike down to Gorak Shep. Overnight stay in Gorak Shep

Day 8 : Lobuche-Gorak SHep- Everest Base Camp(5320 meters )- Gorak SHep (5160 meters); seven to eight hours

On this day, we hike to Kala Patthar to get a good view of Mt. Everest. We hike there first thing in the morning. After walking for around two hours, we will reach the viewpoint from where we can relish the view of Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, Pumori, Nuptse, and Lhotse. The sun rays falling on the snowy peaks will appear ethereal. After spending some time here, we go to Gorak Shep and then head to Pheriche as we walk past Lobuche Pass, the Pyramid, Palrung Kharka, Phulaji Kala and Thokla Pass. Overnight stay at a lodge.

Day 9 : Hike to Kala Patthar (4358 meters) and head to Pheriche (5550 meters); Takes around seven to eight hours

We head to Namche Bazaar on this day as we walk past stone walls, Chortens, and the Jamyang and Pheriche Pass. The route moves downhill till the village named Pangboche. W walk along the riverside, cross the bridge at Imja river and then climb Tengboche to reach Phunki Tenga. Now after passing the settlements like Khyangjuma and Sanasa, we reach Namche Bazaar. You can spend the evening relaxing at the café/ bakeries using the internet and getting a hot shower at the lodge. Overnight stay in a lodge at Namche.

Day 10 : Move from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3440 meters, around eight hours)

Our destination for this day in Lukla. We walk to the lower elevation as we cross the suspension bridge across the river, Dudh Koshi in Larja Dobhan. We ascend to exit point of the national park at Monjo and we head down to Phakding. Then, we walk all the way to Lukla. You can spend the rest of the time relaxing with the crew members or spend time in solitude enjoying the fresh air of Lukla. Overnight stay in Lukla.

Day 11 : Namche Bazaar- Lukla (2652 meters, around eight hours)

We will bid farewell to Lukla and return to Kathmandu with a heart full of memories created in the mountains. After a hearty breakfast in Lukla, we take a flight for Kathmandu. You will be transferred to the hotel upon reaching Kathmandu airport. You can spend the day the way you want to, doing individual activities. We will meet at our office to get your feedback on the journey after which you can go relax at your hotel.

Day 12 : Move from Kula to Kathmandu via a flight

This special Everest Base Camp budget trek by Sherpa Expedition & Trekking starts with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, where trekkers will be introduced to the Sherpas and the porters.

Everest Base Camp Budget Trek

Tour Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 : Reach Kathmandu (1400 meters)

Day 2

Day 2 : Kathmandu-Lukla via flight and head to Phakding (2652 meters, around 30 to 35 minutes flight)

Day 3

Day 3 : Phakding-Namche Bazaar (3440 meters, around six hours)

Day 4

Day 4 : Rest day in Namche Bazaar for acclimatization (3440 meters)

Day 5

Day 5 : Namche Bazaar- Tengboche (3867 meters, around six hours)

Day 6

Day 6 : Tengboche-Dingboche (4358 meters, around six hours)

Day 7

Day 7 : Head to Lobuche (4928 meters, 5/ 6 hours)

Day 8

Day 8 : Lobuche-Gorak SHep- Everest Base Camp(5320 meters )- Gorak SHep (5160 meters); seven to eight hours

Day 9

Day 9 : Hike to Kala Patthar (4358 meters) and head to Pheriche (5550 meters); Takes around seven to eight hours

Day 10

Day 10 : Move from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3440 meters, around eight hours)

Day 11

Day 11 : Namche Bazaar- Lukla (2652 meters, around eight hours)

Day 12

Day 12 : Move from Kula to Kathmandu via a flight

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