Mt. Everest Base Camp Trek (trip)
Mt. Everest Base Camp Trek
- Kathmandu Airport, Nepal
- Culture & Nature
| from $2,450* per person | 18 Days | September-November |
| Comfort accommodations | Exertion level: 3 | |
| Operator: Red Lantern Journeys | 12 people max | |
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Locations visited/nearby
Nepal, Asia
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3 testimonials about the provider, Red Lantern Journeys:
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Reviewer: Ki G.
located in
Seattle,
WA
USA
Dear Ambrose,
Marty and I wanted to thank you again for your super-meticulous planning of our trip! It really was incredible how everything, and I do mean every plan we made with you, came to pass on our madcap journey through India! You really heard our desires, and we experienced more richness than we had hoped for in the short time we had.
I had read every travel book, had dreamed about going for years, and was at a loss how to pull it all together. You eased the burden of choosing by arranging it all for us; having a guide in each stop to get us quickly in-depth added pleasure and knowledge to our experience. The guides themselves were charming and passionate, taking great pride in sharing their country with us. The time we spent on our own was perfectly balanced with these guided experiences. Really, Ambrose, I wouldn't think twice about signing on with you again for another Red Lantern Journey. It was a vivid dream come true for us!
Ki G. and Marty C.
Seattle, Washington
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Reviewer: Ivonne B.
located in
San Juan,
Puerto Rico
USA
Hi Ciara,
I just got home from New York and was welcomed by your beautiful flowers. Thanks for such a nice touch. It was a fitting ending to a wonderful trip.
The travel experience was excellent and exploring Indochine was simply unforgettable. While Cambodia and Laos were my two favorite destinations, and spending New Year�s Eve @ Halong Bay took my breath away, overall I was impressed with the people of the fascinating Southeast Asia region, all of whom were so kind and attentive.
I especially enjoyed having a private guide to take us by the hand in each city, giving us inside information of each location and allowing us to relax and forget about transportation logistics so we could truly enjoy every moment to its fullest. It really made all the difference in the world, specially being in that part of the world.
We had 6 different guides (3 males and 3 females).If I were to grade them, I would say that Mr. Hua (Hanoi/Halong) and Mr. Chang (Luang Prabang) were simply outstanding.They were not only very knowledgeable but also went out of their way to help us solve certain situations that arose and make us feel at home. The female guides were all very nice (JJ in Bangkok, Thuy in Saigon and Kim in Cambodia). The only one that was average was Tom (Hue/Hoi-Ann), mostly because his thick accent made it very difficult to understand him.
In terms of hotel choices, I was also very impressed, both because of their wonderful location and truly five-star services. The Shangri-La (Bangkok) and the Sofitel Metropole (Hanoi) were an attraction in itself. Also, the Maison (Laos), the Majestic (Saigon) and both Victoria properties (Hoi Ann & Seam Reap) were very cozy & charming. However, Hue�s Imperial Hotel, while it was rated as a 5-star, it was not up to par with the other hotels. It seems to cater to a more local clientele and both the food and facilities left much to be desired. I believe the classic La Residence or the modern Mercure would have been a better choice.
Overall, I can say I�ve been spoiled by Red Lantern�s way of travel and I would definitely recommend it to my friends or to serve as reference for your potential clients.
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Reviewer: Heidi K.
located in
Seattle,
WA
USA
Ambrose,
I haven't done this sooner because I am just now having time to sit down and process the China trip. I did want to make sure that I took the time to let you know what a fabulous trip it was. I'm sure being with a great group didn't hurt, but we all enjoyed ourselves immensely. Essentially there were not hitches to be found, even though we kept adding things willy nilly and didn't have the simplest itinerary. Michelle, our guide in Beijing, was superb. She was professional, yet friendly, knowledgeable, and very flexible in her heroic attempts to satisfy our every whim. We kept her busy keeping us busy from dawn 'til way past dusk - I do remember the look of relief on her face when we assured her that we didn't expect her to hike the section of the wall with us. I am sure that if we'd wanted her along she would have come.
I was interested to see how being in China during the October national holidays would affect our trip and, I can say wholeheartedly, that it made it better. I consider myself a somewhat experienced traveler but I'd never been to China and expected it to be a lot more overwhelming than it was. Really, I think I could live there in a heartbeat. I loved the fact that we visited places like Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Summer Palace with hoards of other people - and that most of them appeared to be Chinese, if not locals. There was this party feel in the air and plenty of subjects at which to point my camera. Guilin, the Li River, and Yangshou were more unique and beautiful than I imagined and I specially enjoyed the river cruise.
I won't say that, in some ways, I'm not glad to be home but you can be assured that I will recommend Red Lantern Journeys to my friends and family and will keep you on the short list for further trips. (Kevin mentioned that you are working on including Mongolia in your future offerings - I've always wanted to be able to resurrect my horsemanship skills and race my Mongolian war pony home to my yurt for supper). I'll also be sure to include a review and recommendation of RLJ on my blog once I get around the posting about the trip. (Yes, I'm slow I know - work just keeps getting the way).
Heidi K.
Seattle, Washington
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (4,400 ft.)Arrive at the Kathmandu airport where you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the afternoon is free until evening when you'll enjoy a welcome dinner with your guide for the trek. Overnight in Kathmandu. (Dinner)
Day 2: Kathmandu (4,400 ft.)
Your guide will meet you at your hotel in the morning to begin your tour of Kathmandu. Visit the Boudhanath temple, the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal. Tour the inside of one of the several monasteries neighboring the stupa. Next visit Pashupatinath, a Hindu pilgrimage site, and possibly view cremation ceremonies along the banks of the Bagmati River. Continue on to Patan Durbar Square to take in ancient Nepalese architecture and enjoy lunch at the museum garden. View ancient Nepalese art in the museum. Overnight in Kathmandu. (Breakfast, Lunch)
Day 3: Kathmandu to Lukla (9,184 ft; 2,800 m) to Phakding (8,692 ft; 2,650 m)
Take an unforgettable scenic flight in the early morning to Lukla with views of Himalayan peaks including Gauri-Shankar and Melungtse. Upon arrival, meet your sirdar and the rest of the crew. Enjoy lunch, while your crew finishes final preparations for the trek. In the afternoon, trek 3 hours along the Dudh Kosi River to the village of Phakding. Overnight at Phakding. (All meals)
Day 4: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (11,283 ft; 3,440 m)
After breakfast, begin today’s 6-hour trek, and enter Sagarmatha National Park. Cross the Bhote Kosi River and begin the steep ascent to Namche Bazaar, the hub of Sherpa society. Keep an eye out for glimpses of Mt. Everest along today’s route. Overnight at Namche Bazaar. (All meals)
Day 5: Namche Bazaar
Spend today acclimating to the altitude in Namche. Namche has plenty of lodges, restaurants, and gear and souvenir shops. Wander through the weekly Sunday Market or take an acclimatization walk to Khunde Hospital, established by Sir Edmund Hillary. If you choose, taken an hour long hike to the Everest View Hotel above Namche. Enjoy the sunset alpenglow on Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Lhotse and Everest. Overnight at Namche Bazaar. (All meals)
Day 6: Namche to Tengboche (12,250 ft; 3,867 m)
After breakfast, begin the 5 hour trek to Tengboche. Take in the magnificent views of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and a close-up of Tharmserkhu. Keep an eye out for Nepal’s national bird, the colorful Danphe pheasant (Impeyan Pheasant), musk deer, or herds of Himalayan Tahr, similar to wild goat. The trail descends into Phungitenga, a small settlement of teahouses and Royal Nepalese Army barracks in the midst of the alpine woods. Continue on to Tengboche, considered one of the most beautiful villages in the Himalayas situated directly beneath the spectacular Ama Dablam with distant views of Everest to the north. Overnight at Tengboche. (All meals)
Day 7: Tengboche to Dingboche (14,800 ft; 4,410 m)
Follow the trail through Deboche towards Pangboche village where you will visit the ancient monastery and stop for lunch. Enter the Imjatse Valley, where the trail becomes more moderate. Arrive in the scenic agricultural village of Dingboche. Overnight at Dingboche. (All meals)
Day 8: Dingboche - Acclimatization Day
Today is a very important acclimatization day. Visit the monastery in Dingboche and explore the Imja Khola. Enjoy breathtaking views of the North face of Ama Dablam and the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge as you explore this beautiful valley that leads up to Island Peak. The walk is short, rest in the afternoon. Overnight at Dingboche. (All meals)
Day 9: Dingboch to Lobuche (16,200 ft; 4930 m)
Head north and follow the ascending trail for about 45 minutes. Stop in Dugla for lunch. Continue a steady incline for about an hour, enjoying views of Mt. Pumori and other peaks west of Everest. Stop for a short break to enjoy the scenery. Another hour and a half of trekking will bring you to Lobuche, hidden and sheltered from the wind. Today's trek takes about 5 hours. Overnight at Lobuche. (All meals)
Day 10: Day trip to Kalapatthar (18,195 ft; 5,545 m)
Today, embark on a stunning day trip to Kalapatthar for close up views of Mt. Everest. You'll walk approximately 3 to 4 hours to Gorakshep (16962 ft) and another 1.5 to 2.5 hours to Kalapatthar. The high altitude and steep terrain are challenging, but today’s fantastic views are worth the climb. It takes 2 to 3 hours to return back to your lodge in Lobuche. Gorakshep is the location of the original Everest Base Camp, with the new camp being further up the valley. Feel on top of the world from the top of Kalapatthar, with spectacular panoramic views of Everest, Nuptse, and Lhotse. Today's trek takes about 8 to 9 hours altogether. Overnight at Lobuche. (All meals)
Day 11: Day Trip to Mt. Everest Base Camp (17,500 ft.)
After breakfast, continue on the trail to Gorekshep, then head north to Mt. Everest Base Camp. Today you’ll have a chance to visit some of the expeditions as they prepare for their summit attempts. Today's trek takes about 8 to 9 hours. Overnight at Lobuche. (All meals)
Day 12: Lobuche to Pheriche (13,780 ft; 4240 m)
Approximately a 4 -5 hour walk, retrace your way back to Pheriche with close up views of the giant peaks. The trek back to Pheriche will be easier and mostly downhill all the way passing through the village of Dugla. Overnight at Periche. (All meals)
Day 13: Pheriche to Tengboche (12,250 ft; 3,867 m)
A 4-5 hour trek today, pass through Upper and Lower Pangboche and then through Devoche which offers formidable views of Khumbi-Ila, the revered mountain and protector goddess of the Sherpas. There is also a small nunnery here. Continue walking to Tengboche. Overnight at Tengboche. (All meals)
Day 14: Tengboche to Namche Bazaar
The walk from Tengboche is mostly downhill on the main busy trail with a few steep climbs for an hour from the bridge at Phungitenga, near Shanasha. The walk to Namche is very scenic on a long winding path. En route visit traditional villages of Khumjung and Kunde, with an opportunity to visit the only monastery that has a Yeti scalp. Today's trek takes about 5 hours. Overnight at Namche Bazaar. (All meals)
Day 15: Namche Bazaar to Lukla
The last day of your trek leads from Namche Bazaar via Monjo to Lukla. The trek is pleasant, except for a few short uphill climbs and then down to the Bhote-Koshi River, crossing it three times. The last uphill climb of 45 minutes brings you to the busy village of Lukla for your overnight stay. Today's trek takes about 5 hours. Overnight at Lukla. (All meals)
Day 16: Lukla to Kathmandu
Fly to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, you'll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The rest of day is free for unpacking, doing laundry, writing emails, or souvenir shopping. Overnight at Kathmandu. (Breakfast)
Day 17: Kathmandu (4,400 ft.)
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day of sightseeing. First visit Swayambunath, the monkey temple. Then visit the ancient city of Bhaktapur with its 55-window palace and the famous five-storey temple. Enjoy lunch at the square overlooking the temple. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with performance by Nepali dancers. Overnight at Kathmandu. (All meals)
Day 18: Final Departure
Transfer to the airport for your flight home. (Breakfast)
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