Summary
With 18 days walking, 3 high passes over 5,000 and a glacier traverse, this circuit of the Everest region is undoubtedly the most rewarding Khumbu expedition as we trek and camp at altitude amongst the highest peaks on earth.
Trip description
This outstanding trek takes us through an ever-changing panorama of huge peaks, as we meander through the three valleys, and high passes of the Everest region. Not for the inexperienced trekker, this is a challenging trek which requires good fitness, stamina and some prior altitudinal trekking experience.
We begin our trek with a spectacular flight to the mountain strip of Lukla, from where we head to the capital of the region-Namche Bazaar. Here we acclimatise over a day and a half, enjoying the many creature comforts on offer in this bustling town before heading off into the big mountains.
Over the next two weeks we explore the Everest region, ascending a number of remote high passes and vantage points to claim some of the most incredible mountain vistas imaginable. Our first peak is Chukkung Ri at 5,546m from where we have perfect views of Nuptse. We then head towards Gorak Shep and Kala Pattar (5,545m) for classic views of Everest, and the Khumbu ice-fall. Crossing over another high pass - Cho La (5,420m) - and a glacier, we head for the Gokyo valley where Cho Oyu (8,153m) and Gyanchungkang (7,992m) dominate the skyline on the Tibetan border to the north. During a rest day, we ascend Gokyo Ri (5,360m) for more stunning panoramic views of the entire Khumbu region before heading off south west over our final high pass ERenzo La (5,345m), which looks west towards the Rolwaling Himal.
At each of the 5 vantage peaks (Chukkung Ri, Kongma La, Kala Pattar, Gokyo Ri and Renzo La) we are afforded spectacular views of five of the world’s 8000m peaks and countless others. The sensation of ‘exposureEis a common feeling for those who have made this trek before; unsurprisingly one where they feel like they are on top of the world!
Our return trip takes us down the thundering Bhote Khosi River valley to Thame, to the confluence of the Dudh Kosi (the ‘River of MilkE, where we join the main trail down the valley to the airstrip at Lukla. Catching our return flight to Kathamandu, we have a little time to relax in our comfortable hotel and taste some of the city’s cultural delights before catching our return flight to the UK.
Facts Of The Trek
Duration: 19 Days
Accommodation: Camping on trek -
Transport: Return flight Kathmandu - Lukla, minibus
Activities: Trekking
Group Sizes: Min 1 / Max 15
Grading: Demanding
Max altitude: 5,600m
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Day 02: KTM, culture tour, acclimatisation. Evening dinner together.
Day 03: Flight to Lukla. Commence trek. Stay Phakding
Days 04 - 06: Trek to Namche Bazaar, acclimatisation, then onto Tengboche (3,860m)
Days 07 - 08: Trek to Dingboche, ascend Nangkartshang (5,100m) views of Makalu (8,475m)
Day 09: Trek to and camp at Chukkung (4,730m). Ascend Chukkung Ri (5,546m)
Day 10: Trek to Kongma La pass (5,535m). Descend to Lobuche and camp.
Day 11: Trek to Gorak Shep & Kala Pattar (5,545m) - stunning views of Everest.
Day 12: Ascend to camp at foot of Cho La pass (5,330m),
Day 13: Cross Cho La, cross Ngozumpo Glacier, camp in Thangna.
Days 14 - 15: Ascend to Gokyo (4,750m) and camp. Climb Gokyo Ri (5,483m)
Days 16 - 18: Ascend to Renzo La pass (5,435m), down Bhote Kosi to Thame.
Days 19 - 20: Trek to Lukla via Monzo, and catch flight Lukla to Kathmandu.
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