Everest Expedition South

Difficulty

hard

Duration

Altitude

Region

Everest

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Overview

The mountain is called "Sagarmatha" in Nepal, which means "Forehead of the Sky" and in Tibetan language it is called Chomolungma or Qomolangma meaning "Mother of the Universe". The mountain was given its English name by Andrew Waugh, the British surveyor-general of India.

Climbing Mount Everest is the adventure of a lifetime. The planet's highest peak is an outstanding mountaineering challenge, which yearly attracts hundreds of climbers from throughout the world. A trekking tour to the Everest Base Camp used to start from Jiri 188 km. Eastward of Kathmandu but since few years due to problems of political situation in Nepal, mostly climbers and trekkers take flight to Lukla, just 35 minutes fly from Kathmandu. As you trek ahead from Lukla, you will be passing Namche Bazaar, densely populated by Sherpas and a trading junction of this region. It is the capital town of Khumbu valley or Everest region and the highlight of Everest base camp trek.En route we will bump across the world famous monastery, Tengboche Monastery, which can be viewed from the top of Mt. Everest. Trekking through many renowned Sherpa settlements, we finally approach to the Base camp from where our expedition starts. Grand Himalaya climbs the original route on the south side, pioneered by Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Edmund Hillary in 1953. This route is of moderate difficulty, but great beauty and fascinating history. It is our pleasure to provide support and logistics for experienced and self-reliant climbers. The Grand Himalaya Sherpa team includes some of the most experienced and skilled climbing Sherpas, whose more than a decade long involvement in the Mountaineering expeditions can surely double the chances of your success on Mt. Everest. Likewise, our hardworking base camp staffs are both well-trained and hospitable. Email us for the detailed trip notes on namgyasherpa.grandhimalayatrek@gmail.com or chat with us on WhatsApp number +977 9841427399

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive Kathmandu (1300m/4265ft)

A very warm welcome to the Kingdom of Himalayas. Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan international airport our representative welcomes you and assists you transfer in your hotel in Kathmandu. After time to get refreshed, evening you'll meet and transfer for welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepalese restaurant in the heart of Kathmandu i.e. Utsav or Nepali Chula (Kitchen). Here you will not simply experience the traditional Nepalese dish but will be entertained with Nepalese traditional dance and folk songs. After the dinner, you will be transferred back to your respective hotel.

Day 2

Final preparation of the Expedition

Preparation for Everest Expedition; the leader has to attend a formal briefing in the Ministry of Tourism. The day will also be for finalizing official procedure and other necessary arrangements. You will be also briefed on the nature of expedition, equipments and team composition. You can also make your last minute buying of personal items as you will be flying to the Himalayas day after tomorrow. In the late afternoon, the leader will check everyone's equipment, as Kathmandu is the last opportunity to buy anything missing. You will also get introduced with fellow expedition members and guides. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3

City sightseeing tour of Kathmandu

Kathmandu is the historical and cultural heart of Nepal and has been a popular destination for tourists ever since Nepal opened its doors to visitors. The city presents a wonderful mix of Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism and Western influence in the Valley. Bauddhanath: Stupa with its 130 ft. dome. One of the worldâ€™s largest Stupa, Bouddha is generally acknowledged to be the most important Tibetan Buddhist monument outside Tibet. Pupshupatinath Temple: Pashupatinath is considered one of the holiest shrines of all the Hindu temples. The temple has remained the presiding deity of ruling Nepalese Royalty. Swayambhunath: Three kilometres west of Kathmandu city complex locates the one of the world's most glorious Buddhist Stupas, it is said to be 2000 years old. Visitors often call it "Monkey Temple". -After the city tour, our leader or guide will do the final briefing of the expedition. They will also take the opportunity to check the members' personal equipment as the city bazaars and climbing shops will provide the last chance to correct any deficiencies. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4

Fly to Lukla (2,840m/9,317ft), commence trek to Phakding

It's a panoramic thrill flying into Lukla in a Twin Otter plane on a clear day. The views of snow-capped mountain peaks sprawling around you outside your plane are almost ecstatic, beginning a whole chain of memorable experiences that stay with you for a long, long time. This is an exciting flight, which should give a glimpse of Everest in the distance. In Lukla, we will meet our trek staffs and porters and set off straightaway for our first night's stop at Phakding 2600m. Situated on the banks of the Dudh Kosi, which drains the whole of the Khumbu Region, this small hamlet is on the main trade route through the area and there are a number of clean, well-built lodges where we can spend the night.

Day 5

Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,400m/11,155ft)

We will continue up the banks of the Dudh Kosi, crossing it twice by small suspension bridges before reaching the village of Monjo where we will enter the Khumbu National Park. We will then cross the confluence of the Dudh Kosi and the Bhote Kosi on a high suspension bridge and climb steeply for about two hours up 'Namche Hill' to reach Namche Bazaar (3,400m/11,155ft). This is a prosperous trading town and the capital of the Khumbu Region. Many Tibetans cross the nearby border to trade their wares and the local market is a fascinating spectacle. This is a good place to buy genuine Tibetan artefacts. Just across the valley to the east stand the peaks of Thamserku and Kangtega, both very impressive mountains.

Day 6

Acclimatization and leisure day in Namche Bazaar

Namche Bazzar is the highlight of EBC trek and the heart of the Everest (Khumbu) region which has government offices, ATMs, Internet cafes, shops, restaurants, a bakery and a colourful market each Friday evening and Saturday. This is first scheduled 'acclimatization' day for this trek. Health experts always recommend us to stay active and moving during the rest day too instead of being idle. If we trek few hundred meters vertical during the day, it will help us to acclimatize with the alien heights that we are going to confront on the trek. Having been born, guiding and leading trips in the Himalayas, we believe in the natural process of acclimatization, "Climb high, sleep low". We take an interesting side trip up to Khumjung and climb up to famous airstrip at Syangboche. Just above the airstrip is the Everest View Hotel (3800m), a Japanese scheme to build a deluxe hotel with great views of the highest mountains on Earth. The Khumjung valley surrounded by the snowy peaks of Kongde and Thamserku, and the sacred peak the Khumbiyul-lha hosts a well known monastery that houses a yeti scalp. Visit Hillary School which is at the same site and spending some time in Khumjung after having lunch there, we walk back down to Namche Bazaar. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

Day 7

Acclimatisation hike to Thame (3800m) and return to Namche

Thame (3,844m) is located west of the main Khumbu Valley. It is famous as being the birthplace of Tenzing Norgay, the first person to set his foot on the summit of Mt. Everest with Edmund Hillary in 1953. We may meet Tibetans, who have crossed over the high passes from Tibet called Nangpa La pass, coming down the valley to trade their goods in Namche Bazaar. Today we will take a leisurely walk towards Thame, to further aid our acclimatisation, before continuing the following day up the main Everest Trail. Always stay alert and keep your eyes all around you because walking through the woods en route to Thame is largely inhabited by National bird of Nepal, Impeyan pheasant. The walk to Thame is mostly flat and gentle uphill climbs, and there are superb views of the surrounding peaks. If the time permits then we'll quickly pay a visit to the oldest Monastary in the Khumbu valley at Thame. We'll retrace our path back to Namche for the overnight and it's around 7 hours back to back.

Pricing

What's included in the pricing

Mt. Everest climbing permit from South-East ridge
5 (five) night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu in**** star category hotel.Room on twin sharing basis, breakfast is included.
All pickup and drop transportation from airport to airport both domestic & international airport and other transportation in the valley.
Return Domestic Flight ticket KTM-LUKLA-KTM (In Twin Otter) all guests,Sherpa guides,L/O and all local camp staff (No Helicopters Flight cost is included on your expedition cost). Please be advised, USD:500-800/-per guest extra cost will be applicable for chartering a private Helicopter flight in case of bad weather disturbance on fixed wing Twin Otter flights IN/OUT of Lukla. (Depending on availability during the peak season).
One day guided city sightseeing tour in around Kathmandu according to our itinerary.(largest Buddhist stupa in the world at Bouddha Nath and the most important Hindu temple in the valley at Pasupati Nath). And Monkey temple at Swayambhunath. With Transportation, fully licensed guide and entry fees included. Extra city sightseeing tour can be arranged on request for additional fee, after the expedition if required.
All expedition supplies cargo In/Out of Lukla.
Necessary number of porters and yaks to carry the Expedition loads from Lukla-EBC-Lukla.
Liaison officer fee, Ice fall maintenance fee, Rope fixing fees above C2-SUMMIT.
BC manager (Namgya Sherpa) who has led 19 Everest expeditions and has made 15 successful ascent of Mt. Everest from both North and south side with & without supplementary oxygen.
Well trained Cook and kitchen boys at both at BC 5364m & Camp two 6400m.
Climbing Sherpa (1:1 ratio) especially on summit day. This will several times multiply your safety and chances on successful summiting.
All necessary climbing hardware gear, all necessary camping and kitchen equipment.
Private tent at Base Camp with 3 inches thick foam mattress unless couple wishing to share a tent.
Well insulated dining tent at BC with gas heaters and solar light inside.
Toilet & Shower tents at BC.
Quality high altitude food.
Two Men tent for higher camps (Tent on sharing between two climbers on the mountain).
Store & communication tent at BC.
Necessary number of EPI gas with burner.
4 liter capacity new brand "SUMMIT" Oxygen (10 bottles for each member & 5 for Sherpa). (Let us know in advance if you require more bottles or less)
New Brand "SUMMIT" Mask and Regulator set plus some extras,(Only for use).
VHF Radio base at BC & one hand held set between two climbers during climbing period
Solar panel/generator at base camp for recharging & power supply.
5 extra bottles of Oxygen with mask set stand by for emergency purpose at Base camp.
Insurance of all climbing Sherpa, BC crew, L/O and porters. (Coverage of Accidental death/Medical expenses and emergency Helicopter evacuation cost)
Occasional/Limited alcoholic beverage will be provided at BC only (Imported good quality Red wine available in Kathmandu, Beers, unlimited Soft drinks Coke, Sprite, Mixed flavored caned juice.
All lodging & meals on the trek at tea houses (Lulka-BC-Lukla) will be in the best available lodges in the valley. Meals can be selected from the menu at local lodges according to individual choice, Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/all hot drinks. Meals 3 times a day at BC will be prepared by our well trained Nepali chefs in our hygienically maintained Kitchen tent.
One locally made water proof Duffel bag with your Name & Grand Himalaya's Logo on it will be provided by us for the Trek up to BC & back to KTM; it is yours so you may take it back to home with you or return to us at the end of trip.
Celebration meal in Kathmandu after the expedition with all the local staffs.
Everest Base Camp biodegradable and non-biodegradable garbage disposal fee to the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC).
A regular/simple cell phone with local SIM Card & charger cable will be provided in the team during the trip. Guest will be requested to return this to Grand Himalaya staff at the end of the trip. Or each member will get one Local Phone SIM Card.

What's excluded from the pricing

Your International & home country domestic airfares, transfers en route & excess baggage
Your personal insurance. Medical, mountain rescue & repatriation cover is obligatory.
Your personal expenses e. g phone calls, laundry, alcoholic beverage, mineral water, charges for Showers, electronic device charging facility is available in each tea house in the area for additional fee on hourly basis & Wi-Fi. (This is on the tea house trek from Lukla-EBC-Lukla)
Main meals (Lunch & Dinner) in Kathmandu (Allow up to $12-15 per meal) apart from celebration meal in Kathmandu after the expedition.
Your Nepal entry visa fee (USD $125 available on entry) Valid for 90 days & it is your responsibility to obtain your visa before depart home for trip or obtain in KTM airport on your arrival.
Your personal climbing gear, we will provide the gear list one your book this trip with us.
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early
return from mountain (due to any personal or emergency reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
Satellite phone usage is available, but at an additional cost
Summit bonus for your personal climbing Sherpa (Minimum is $1200-1500 or more if you wish)(Please bring it in cash to pay them directly in BC after summit)
Tipping to the BC staff (allow up to $650 per guest)
All expenses e.g accommodation, transportation & food if you decide to go lower villages for short break during the trip.
Applicable permit fees & customs charges, etc for SAT Phone, communication equipment and commercial Filming Permission Fees. Need to inform us early in advance for issuing necessary permit.

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