The classic walk has clear cut goal to see Mt Everest. Many people find the sights along the way rival the climatic views of the world’s highest mountains Solukhumbhu, the home of legendary sherpas. the northern part of solukhumbu area is encompassed in the Everest national park, which was established to protect the fragile environment of this alpine region. To the east of Everest national park is the Makalu Barun national park, a remote and wild stretch of mountain peaks and deep densely forested valleys. To the west is Rolwaling valley, a well protected microcosm of cultures and ecology. Beside Everest there are three other 8000m peaks Lhotse(8516m) Makalu(8463m), Choyo(8201m)and in addition numerous other peaks of lesser altitude but no less stunning. Add to this glacial lakes, rhododendron forests, native flora and fauna, traditional villages and ancient Buddhist monasteries, all go to make this region a spectacular destination.
People and culture
Sherpas are main ethnic group who lives around in this region. This is their heart land and their influence is to be seen everywhere from their traditional dress to their distinctive houses and monasteries. There are also minorities of various other groups. Like Rai, Tamang, Braman and Chhetri.
Flora and Fauna
Up to 4000m you will find dense stands of forest including pine, oak and the spectacular flowering rhododendrons. In spring all the hills are riot of colours. There is a good chance of seeing wildlife, mostly of them are birds. If you are lucky, you may will see musk deer, barking deer and Himalayan Tahr.
Duration: 21 Day(s)
Trip Grade: Moderate
Trekking Destination: Everest Base Camp( with 3 High passes)
Group Size: 01-07 Pax
Highest Altitude on Trek: 5500m
Transportation: By air
Type of Tour: Teahouse
Seasons: All the year
Trip Cost: $1275
Day 01 : Arrival and transfer to hotel in Kathmandu (1360m)
Day 02 : Free day in Kathmandu or self sight seeing around kathmandu valley (1360m)
Day 03 : Kathmandu to lukla by air then trek to Phakding (2652m) 3-4 hrs of walking
Day 04 : Trek to Namche Bazaar (3446m) 6-7 hrs of walking
Day 05 : Acclimatisation Day side trip to Everest panorama view. 6 hrs of walking
Day 06 : Trek to Thyangboche Monastery (3875m) 6-7 hrs of walking
Day 07 : Trek to Dingboche (4360m) 5-6 hrs of walking
Day 08 : Rest day or side trip to Chukung valley and return back to Dingboche. 7-8 hrs of walking
Day 09 : Trek to Lobuche (4930m) ( via Kangmala Pass) 7-8 hrs of walking
Day 10 : Trek to Gorak Shep (5160m) Leave your bag and at the afternoon trek to Everest Base Camp and return back to Gorakshep. 8 hrs of walking
Day 11 : Early morning trek to Kala Patar - after breakfast trek toDzongla (4850m) 7-8 hrs of walking
Day 12 : Trek to Thangnak (4600m) ( Via Chola pass) 7-8 hrs of walking
Day 13 : Trek to Gokyo Lake (4720m) 6-7 hrs of walking
Day 14 : Rest day and visiting Gokyori or Trek to 5th lake and return back to Gokyo lake
Day 15 : Trek to Lumden village (4650m) ( Via Ranjo Pass) 7-8 hrs of walking
Day 16 : Trek to Thami village (4289m) 7 hrs of Walking
Day 17 : Trek to Monjo village (2752m) 7 hrs of walking
Day 18 : Trek to Lukla (2827m) 4-5 hrs of walking
Day 19 : Lukla to Kathmandu by air (1360m)
Day 20 : Free day in Kathmandu or self sight seeing around kathmandu valley (1360m)
Day 21 : Tour ends (departure for onwards destination)
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