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    Everest Expedition

    Max. Elevation

    89848M

    Accommodation

    Hotel-lodge-Tea house

    Best Season

    Spring

    Duration

    60 days

    Trip Grading

    hard

    Activity

    Expedition

    Meals

    Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

    Transport

    Private jeep

    Departure Location

    Kathmandu

    Join us as we set off on this expedition.Climbing it is a difficult endeavor that calls for certain equipment, physical training, and cautious planning. The journey includes ascending via several camps, trekking to base camp, and acclimating to the high altitude. The benefits of reaching the top make all the dangers worthwhile. Risks associated with the trip include avalanches, altitude sickness, and severe weather.

    At 8,8848 meters, Mount Everest is not only the world’s highest peak but also a representation of perseverance. It is the world’s greatest challenge for mountaineers. High physical and mental stamina are needed for the Everest expedition trek, which also calls for careful planning and an unwavering will to ascend.

    Travel Style

    Description

    From Kathmandu, you set out for Lulka. The next day, you will go to the Everest Base Camp at 5,364 meters (17,598 ft) above sea level through the breathtaking Khumbu Valley. The climbers have ample time to acclimate along the journey. You will have the chance to see the spectacular Himalayan scenery and the rich culture of the Sherpa people.Trekking through the Khumbu Icefall, traversing the expansive Western Cwm, and ascending the precipitous Lhotse face are all part of the path to the final summit. 
     
    From Camp IV, which is above 8,000 meters above sea level, the last ascent begins. With minimal oxygen and severe weather, Camp IV is also referred to as the “death zone.” Climbers need to be prepared for obstacles including severe winds, freezing weather, and physical fatigue.
     
    The Everest trip is the most rewarding but also the most difficult. Pushing yourself is a transforming, lifelong journey. You will feel accomplished and be rewarded with breathtaking views once reaching the final summit. At last, you may declare that I am the happiest person alive.

    Trip Itinerary

    DAY 1: ARRIVE IN KATHMANDU
    Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, our local team warmly welcomes you at the airport. You will then be escorted to the hotel, where you can enjoy some well-deserved relaxation. The itinerary includes a briefing about the trek’s progress and presentation, followed by leisure time. If you arrive in the morning, you’ll have the entire day at your disposal. This can be used for rest or for those interested, to explore the surroundings freely. It’s an ideal chance to deeply experience Nepalese culture and indulge in the local culinary delights.
     
    Transfer to hotel 
    Final altitude: Approximately 1350 m 
    Meals: Dinner
    Accommodation: night in the hotel
    Update with the expedition manager on the equipment carried. If necessary, the many mountain equipment shops in Thamel can help you complete your equipment. During this time, our local team is doing the necessary to complete the essential administrative formalities and the climbing permits. 
     
    Meals: Breakfasts at the hotel 
    Accommodation: Night at the hotel
    We leave Kathmandu in the morning for a superb flight to Lukla where we meet our porters who distribute the loads. Gentle descent then small ascent along the Dudh Khola (the milk river in Nepali) to Phakding. 
    Transfer/transportation: by plane and vehicle to the hotel.
     
    Flight duration: approximately 35 minutes 4 hours of walking
    Final altitude: 2,700 m 
    Meals: Breakfast at the hotel – lunch – dinner 
    Accommodation: Night in the lodge
    We travel up the Dudh Khola River, with the magnificent Himalayan pines lining our route. Several bridges make us change banks according to the meanders of the river. Steep climb to the capital of Khumbu (Sherpa country). On the way, we admire the Thamserku and from time to time we see Everest. In Namche Bazaar, visit the village, very picturesque. You can walk the alleys of this village. 
     
    6 hrs of walking
    Final altitude: Approximately 3,440 m 
    Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner 
    Accommodation: Night in the lodge
    We invite you to visit the museum which dominates Namche Bazaar. The whole history of Everest is gathered there. Opposite the city, you will find the gompa, ideal for a moment of tranquility. 
     
    Final altitude: Approximately 3,440 m 
    Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner 
    Accommodation: Night in the lodge
    We start the day with a balcony trail offering magnificent views of the Everest massif. The path then dips down to the bottom of the valley to cross the river. Rough climb on the opposite side to reach the majestic site of the monastery of Tengboche, dominated by Ama Dablam (6,812 m). 
     
    6 hours of walking 
    Final altitude: Approximately 3,860 m 
    Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner 
    Accommodation: Night in the lodge
    The path begins by descending towards the river that we cross. The regular progression on the side, with some climbs and descents to reach Dingboche.
     
    5 hrs of walking
    Final altitude: Approximately 4,400 m
    Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
    Accommodation: Night in the lodge
    The trail follows the course of the Lobuche Khola. It passes above Pheriche and continues on a “roller coaster” through pleasant meadows. Ama Dablam, Kang Taiga, Thamserku, and Cholotse dominate the valley. At the hamlet of Dusa (4,503 m), the slope steepens to reach Dhugla (4,620 m) at the foot of the moraine of the Khumbu glacier. Difficult progress on the moraine to reach the particularly cold hamlet of Lobuche.
     
     4 hrs of walking 
    Final altitude: About 4,930 m 
    Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner 
    Accommodation: Night in the lodge
    You will acclimatize at labuche for today. 
     
    Final altitude: About 4,930 m 
    Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner 
    Accommodation: night in the lodge
    We start by following the valley to the confluence of the Khangri glacier. Gorakshep and its sandy plain precede a tedious walk on the moraine of the Khumbu glacier. Arrival at the base camp, at the foot of the famous Icefall.
     
    7 hrs of walking 
    Final altitude: About 5,364 m 
    Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner 
    Accommodation: Night in a camp
    Here we are at work, in the vast international camp gathering all the expeditions. We will stay there for 45 days in total. Everyone takes up residence for the following weeks. The breath is short, it is better to avoid agitating in all directions. Throughout the stay, we will have to move our tents according to the movements of the glacier. The lunar landscape remains impressive with the sparkling faces of Pumori, Lho La, Nuptse, and Lhotse. The temperature in full sun can even be mild, but it is not uncommon to experience snow squalls in the afternoon. 
     
    Final altitude: Approximately 5,364 m 
    Meals: breakfasts – lunches – dinners
    Accommodation: Nights in a camp
    The main stages of the ascent are as follows: 
     

    Camp 1: 5,900/6,000 m 

    Reaching C1 is the most technical part of the ascent on the southern side. You have to cross the Khumbu Icefall. The ” Ice doctors “, sherpas specialized in laying fixed ropes along the icefall, recognized the best passage for the current year. 600 meters of progress on the glacier in perpetual motion. The camp is located at the entrance to the western combe, at the exit of the waterfall. We limit stay time to two nights at Camp 1 for acclimatization. As soon as possible, we climb to camp 2 whose excellent location makes it the ideal starting point towards the summit.
     

     Camp 2: 6,400/6,500 m

     C2 occupies a location on the left bank of the western valley, at the foot of the western ridge. Very safe, the place offers a breathtaking view of the Lhotse. A true advanced base camp, we set up a kitchen tent and a mess tent there for optimum comfort. From this camp, we will launch the attempt towards the summit. You will spend several nights there beforehand, before climbing to the upper camps.
     

    Camp 3: 7,100/7,300m

    The long climb from C2 to C3 puts the tenacity of the participants to the test. The high altitude slows the progression, without however already being able to call upon the assistance of the oxygen. The slope that leads to Lhotse displays an inclination between 30 and 45° on very hard, even icy snow. The progression is necessarily along the fixed ropes. You will sleep two nights at C3 before continuing to the summit. 
     

    Camp 4

    South Col at 7,900/8,000 m The long-awaited moment arrives: you are treading the South Col. This vast lunar field, swept by the winds, constitutes the lowest depression between Everest and Lhotse. Most Himalayans access it without the aid of supplemental oxygen. You have to cross two characteristic rocky sections before reaching the pass: the yellow band, a layer of marble and schists, and the top of the Genevois spur, a black rocky band. These two passages are equipped with fixed ropes.
     
    Summit of Everest: 8,848 m
    The final part of the route is climbed in 9 to 13 hours round trip. We use oxygen right from the start of the C4. We go up regular balcony slopes for a first stage at the Balcony (8,430 m) then to the south summit (8,749 m). From there, a long ridge leads to the Hillary step (8,790 m), or what remains of it since the 2015 earthquake. The last meters do not offer any difficulty, apart from the very high altitude. Your altitude sherpa determines, based on your progress and the time at which you reach the various obstacles, if you have time to reach the summit safely and come back down.
    Last glances towards the top. It’s time to head back. Long day to first reach Lobuche and finally the mountain pastures of Dingboche. The softness of the landscapes contrasts with the lunar site of the base camp. 
     
    7 hrs of walking
    Final altitude: Approximately 4,400 m 
    Meals:  Breakfast at the restaurant – lunch – dinner
    Accommodation: Night in the lodge
    A pleasant day of walking along the valley. This time, we go directly by the balcony path that leads to Namche Bazaar.
     
    7 hrs of walking 
    Final altitude:  Approximately 3,440 m 
    Meals:  Breakfast – lunch – dinner 
    Accommodation: Night in the lodge
    A pleasant day of walking along the valley. This time, we go directly by the balcony path that leads to Namche Bazaar.
     
    7 hrs of walking 
    Final altitude:  Approximately 3,440 m 
    Meals:  Breakfast – lunch – dinner 
    Accommodation: Night in the lodge
    Early in the morning, the atmosphere at Lukla airport is often effervescent. A small plane takes us back to Kathmandu (subject to weather conditions) where we find our hotel in the city center. Free time so that everyone can discover the city at their leisure. 
     
    Transfer/transport: airplane 
    Flight duration: Approximately 35 minutes 
    Meals: breakfast – free lunch (not included) – free dinner (not included)
    Accommodation: Night at the hotel
    Reserve day, free and without a guide. 
     
    Meals: Breakfast at the hotel 
    Accommodation: Night at the hotel

    Free time depending on the departure time of your flight and our representative will drop you at the airport, ending your journey in Nepal. We hope to be of service to you again. Thank you and safe travels

    Trip Included & Excluded

    Trip Included

    Airport – Hotel transfers – Airport (Pick Up and Drop), by a private vehicle.

    4-night hotel in Kathmandu (4-star category) – single room on bed and breakfast plan.

    One Welcome Dinner in a tourist standard restaurant in Kathmandu with Office Staff.
     
    Expedition Royalty and permit of Nepal Government to climb Mt. Manaslu Conservation area entry permits and fee and Restricted area permit fee

    Khumbu Icefall climbing charge to (SPCC) Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee.

    1 Government Liaison officer with full equipment, salary, and accommodation.

    Stool Shipment Transfer & Garbage Deposit Fees

     Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese staff during the trek and expedition.

    Trekking and climbing map.

    One Alpinist club Duffle Bag.

    Land Transportation: Drive from Kathmandu to Dharapani via Besishahar, and while returning from Machha Khola to Kathmandu, as per itinerary.

    All necessary equipment transportation for all Members and Staff from Kathmandu to Arukhet (by jeep) – Arukhet to Sama Gaun (by Heli) and Base camp (by Porters) – While returning: Base camp to Sama Gaun (by porters) – Sama Gaun to Arukhet (by Heli) and Arughat to Kathmandu (by Jeep)

    Up to 50 Kg per member for personal baggage during the trek to be carried by porters or Yaks.

    3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner; including tea and coffee) along with accessible accommodation at Hotel/Lodge during the trek and at the Basecamp. Hygienic and fresh green vegetables, fresh meat, fruits, soft drinks, and juice will be served regularly during the entire expedition using helicopter flights. Well-managed base camp set up for members & Staff.

     Porter per member up to and from Base camp (both ways).

     Experienced and well-trained Base Camp Cook & kitchen Helpers as required.

     All Nepalese staff & porter’s daily wages, salary, equipment, food & clothing

    Each member will have an individual box tent in Base Camp.

    Single Tent, foam mattresses and pillow per member, 1 Dinning Tent, 1 Kitchen Tent, 1 Communication tent, 1 Toilet & 1 Shower Tent, 1 Staffs Tent, 1 Tent for Nepalese base camp staffs, Store tents, Tables & chairs & all necessary cooking gears.

    Heater at base camp in each Dining and other necessary camps

    1 Solar panel or Generator for battery charge and light at base camp for use.

    Twice Medical checkup of each climber at the base camp before the summit attempt.

    Oxygen, Mask Regulator, Ice wall, and Ladder training at basecamp by a professional guide.

    governments-licensed climbing Sherpa per member (1 Member: 1 Sherpa), during the entire climb from Basecamp to the summit and back, and on each rotation.

    Climbing Sherpa to assist in carrying your gear to the high camps.

     Climbing Sherpa Salary, Equipment, Food, and Clothing.

    Summit Oxygen: 3 oxygen bottles (4 ltrs.) for each member and 1 oxygen bottle for each high-altitude Sherpa

    1 Set of Summit Oxygen masks and regulator for each member and high-altitude Sherpa, which has to be returned after the expedition.

    Back up Oxygen Cylinder, mask, and regulator (with appropriate charge).

    High Altitude Tent, Necessary cooking EPI gas, cooking pot, High food for a member, Sherpa, and other crews at (C1) (C2) (C3) and (C4). Group climbing gears, and fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period as required.

    we will have one cook, kitchen, and dining tents in Camp I and Camp II.

    Members will share tents in high camps (2 members: 1 tent).

    The team of experienced Sherpas will fix the route on Manaslu (no extra charge will be applied to members).

    Satellite Phone for emergency communication carried by Sherpa, also available for members with appropriate charge.

    Walkie–Talkie for communicating from Base Camp to Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp.

    Satellite Phone/Walkie-talkie permit for all members and staff.

    Internet facility (1 Mbps) will be available at the Base Camp (subject to a charge).

    Weather forecast report regularly from Meteotest, Bern (Switzerland) during the entire expedition.

    Comprehensive Medical kit for members and staff.

    Everest climbing certificate after climbing Mt. Everest successfully.

    Trip Excluded

    International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu).

     Nepalese Visa fee is $125 USD for 90 Days.

    Lunch & dinner during the stay in Kathmandu & Pokhara (also in case of early return from Trekking than the scheduled itinerary).
    Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu & Pokhara. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.

    Insurance covering both medical and high-altitude evacuation costs (for the trip cancellation, interruption, high altitude rescue & air evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.) *Mandatory

     Telephone Calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers, and any Alcoholic beverages (during the trek and in Kathmandu but we will have soft drinks for members at base camp).

    Clothing, Packing Items, Bags, Personal Medical Kit, and all kinds of Personal Trekking / Climbing Gear.

     
    Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and other items used to keep yourself clean.
     
    Special Filming, Camera, and Drone permit fee.
    Internet facilities during the trek are not included.

    Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa- Minimum 1500 USD.

    Calculate some tips for Basecamp staff – Minimum 400 USD.

    Any other services or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary and other items not listed in the “Cost Includes” section.

    Organization

    Your Guide and Team

    Your Guide and Team : Your guide, from your arrival in Kathmandu until your departure, is responsible for the success of your trip and oversees your team. Do not hesitate to ask him questions, respect his position as the team leader, and above all follow his advice! Often your guide is the only English-speaking member of the team. In the mountains and, especially when during high-altitude travels, your guide is responsible for the safety of the group. The instructions he gives and the remarks he makes to all participants must be carefully followed. The interest and safety of the trekking group must be preserved, even when it may be to the detriment of an individual member of the group.

     

    There are strict rules for high-altitude climbing, and breaking them can be very dangerous. There’s a big difference between quickly climbing to 8000 meters and coming back down right away versus staying there for 12 or 24 hours.
    At 8000 meters, serious problems begin. You might lose sleep, lose your appetite, feel apathetic, and even experience hallucinations.
    In short, above 8000 meters, your body starts to shut down. For beginners, it’s crucial to follow a few basic rules. The first few days at base camp help you gauge your readiness. Usually, after the third day, you start feeling better. Deciding the stages of your climb depends on the usual camp locations or the terrain. Generally, if you can sleep at 6500 meters without headaches, you’re ready to go higher. It’s wise to make two trips to 7000/7500 meters to test your limits. During these trips, staying hydrated is essential. Then, spend a night at around 7500 meters, even if it’s uncomfortable, before attempting the summit at 8000 meters. If the summit is higher, try to sleep at 8000 meters.
     
    Beyond 8500 meters, you need to rely more on your brain than your muscles. Your mind must stay alert to decide when to descend. If you can’t make that decision, it’s deadly. Climbing to 8000 meters in good conditions is tough, but with bad weather, it becomes a nightmare.
     
    General Precautions for High Altitude Climbing:
     

    Stay warm, but not too hot.

    Always cover your head.

    Hydrate regularly, even in bad weather.

    Have at least one hot snack daily.

    During the trek, avoid walking bare-chested.

    At high altitude, watch out for each other and don’t fall asleep at the same time.

    Never descend alone.

    Set personal limits and be aware of warning signs like mirages, sleepiness, and loss of appetite.

    Don’t hesitate to turn back, regardless of external pressures.

    Accept that it’s okay to give up; the mountains will still be there.

    To climb at high altitudes, you need meticulous preparation, proper acclimatization, constant mutual monitoring, intellectual alertness, and immediate retreat in case of weakness, doubt, or danger.