EVEREST KALAPATTHAR TREK
Duration
Tour Type
Explore Tours
Overview
The Everest Kalapatthar Trek is a thrilling adventure that takes you to the base of the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest and offers a chance to stand on Kalapatthar for a breathtaking close-up view of Everest and the surrounding Himalayas. This 12-day trek provides an unparalleled experience of trekking through beautiful landscapes, encountering diverse cultures, and witnessing the majestic Himalayan peaks up close. Ideal for those seeking a challenging and rewarding journey, the Everest Kalapatthar Trek promises unforgettable memories.
Mount Everest and Kalapatthar
Everest Base Camp: Reach the iconic Everest Base Camp (5364m), the starting point for climbers aiming to summit the world’s highest peak. Experience the thrill of standing at the foot of Mount Everest and witnessing the hustle and bustle of the climbers preparing for their ascent.
Sherpa Culture and Monasteries
Namche Bazaar: Explore the bustling Sherpa town of Namche Bazaar, a major trading hub and cultural center in the Khumbu region. Visit the Sherpa Culture Museum and interact with the friendly locals to learn about their unique traditions and way of life.
Tengboche Monastery: Visit the historic Tengboche Monastery, the largest and most significant monastery in the Khumbu region. Enjoy the serene atmosphere, attend a prayer session, and take in the stunning views of the surrounding peaks, including Ama Dablam.
Stunning Himalayan Scenery
Panoramic Mountain Views: Throughout the trek, enjoy panoramic views of some of the highest peaks in the world, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Kangtega. These majestic mountains create a dramatic and awe-inspiring backdrop for your trek.
Diverse Landscapes: Trek through a variety of landscapes, from lush rhododendron and pine forests to high-altitude deserts and glacial moraines. The diverse terrain offers a constantly changing and captivating trekking experience.
River Crossings and Suspension Bridges: Cross several suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi and Imja rivers, offering thrilling experiences and beautiful views of the rushing rivers and deep gorges below.
Included/Exclude
- Pick and Drop Services
- 1 Meal Per Day
- Cruise Dinner & Music Event
- Visit 7 Best Places in the City With Group
- Additional Services
- Insurance
- Food & Drinks
- Tickets
Tour Amenities
Tour Plan
- Activity: Arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Meals: Dinner.
- Morning: Early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, a thrilling experience with stunning mountain views.
- Trek: Start the trek from Lukla to Phakding (3-4 hours).
- Accommodation: Lodge in Phakding.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- Trek: Follow the Dudh Koshi River and ascend to Namche Bazaar (6-7 hours), the bustling Sherpa town.
- Highlights: First views of Everest, Nuptse, and Lhotse.
- Accommodation: Lodge in Namche Bazaar.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- Activity: Acclimatization hike to Syangboche or Khumjung.
- Highlights: Explore Namche Bazaar, visit the Sherpa Culture Museum.
- Accommodation: Lodge in Namche Bazaar.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Trek: Trek through beautiful rhododendron forests to Tengboche (5-6 hours).
- Highlights: Visit Tengboche Monastery, panoramic mountain views.
- Accommodation: Lodge in Tengboche.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- Trek: Continue the trek to Dingboche (5-6 hours).
- Highlights: Pass through lush forests, cross the Imja River.
- Accommodation: Lodge in Dingboche.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- Activity: Acclimatization hike to Nangkartshang Peak or Chhukung Valley.
- Highlights: Spectacular views of Ama Dablam, Makalu, and Lhotse.
- Accommodation: Lodge in Dingboche.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- Trek: Ascend gradually to Lobuche (5-6 hours).
- Highlights: Pass by memorials of climbers, stunning glacier views.
- Accommodation: Lodge in Lobuche.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- Trek: Trek to Gorak Shep (3-4 hours), then continue to Everest Base Camp (3 hours round trip).
- Highlights: Reach Everest Base Camp, panoramic views of the Khumbu Icefall.
- Accommodation: Lodge in Gorak Shep.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- Early Morning: Hike to Kalapatthar for sunrise views of Everest and the surrounding peaks.
- Trek: Descend to Pheriche (6-7 hours).
- Accommodation: Lodge in Pheriche.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- Trek: Retrace steps back to Namche Bazaar (6-7 hours).
- Accommodation: Lodge in Namche Bazaar.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- Trek: Descend to Lukla (6-7 hours).
- Accommodation: Lodge in Lukla.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Morning: Early morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu.
- Transfer: Transfer to hotel.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Meals: Breakfast.
