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Short Everest Trek to Namche
Trip Facts
- Trip Destination: Everest Region
- Group Size: Min-2, Max 12,
- Highest Altitude: 3450m possible to hike to 3800m
- Grade: Moderate
- Transportation: Private Vehicle, Domestic Flight
- Type of Tour: Trekking, Hiking, Walking, Culture
- Trekking Hour: Approximately 5-6 hours each day
- Total Days: 08 Days
- Trip Cost: USD 1200
Trip Overview
This is a perfect trek if you do not have the time to trek in the Everest base camp but want to appreciate some of the most beautiful elements of the Khumbu, experiencing some of the unique culture, fauna and flora of the Himalayas.
A spectacular mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla starts your adventure, before you make your way up to Namche Bazaar, a trading outpost where the Tibetan and Nepalese people sell their wares. You have an extra day at Namche to get a view of Everest, surrounding mountains and walk upto Khumjung village where the "Yeti Scalp" is kept in a Monastery there. This can be a test to experience a Himalayan trekking Holiday.
Trip Information
Day to Day Outline Itinerary
| Day | Activities | |
| Day 1 | - | Arrive Kathmandu - 1317m |
| Day 2 | - | Fight to Lukla and trek to Phakding |
| Day 3 | - | Trek to Namche Bazaar |
| Day 4 | - | Namche Bazaar |
| Day 5 | - | Trek to Phakding |
| Day 6 | - | Trek to Lukla |
| Day 7 | - | Flight to Kathmandu |
| Day 8 | - | Depending on flight times this morning is free for further exploration or shopping. International Departure |
Day to Day Detail Itinerary
| Day | Activities | |
| Day 1 | - | Arrive Kathmandu - 1317m Arrival KTM Transfer to Hotel . Overnight in Boutique Hotel.Dinner with Nepali cultural show. |
| Day 2 | - | Fight to Lukla and trek to Phakding An early start for the flight to the Hilary airstrip at Lukla. After lunch we begin trekking, mostly downhill to our first overnight halt at Phakding (2650m). Overnight at Yeti Mountain Home. |
| Day 3 | - | Trek to Namche Bazaar Following the Dudh Kosi valley upstream we cross and recross the river to a final steep climb to the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar (3441m). Overnight at Yeti Mountain Home - Namche. |
| Day 4 | - | Namche Bazaar A rest day at Namche for acclimatisation. There is the option of a day hike to the Sherpa villages of Khumjung and Kunde for views of Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam. Overnight at Yeti Mountain Home - Namche. |
| Day 5 | - | Trek to Phakding We have a long descent today. The trail is very good although steep in places, so we make a leisurely pace reaching Phakding after approximately 5 hours of walking. Overnight at Yeti Mountain Home - Phakding. |
| Day 6 | - | Trek to Lukla Our final morning's walk will take around 3 hours as we climb back up to the Lukla ridge. Here we check in for the return flight to Kathmandu. Arriving in Kathmandu around mid-day or early afternoon we check into the hotel. The rest of the day is free for relaxing or souvenir buying. |
| Day 7 | - | Flight to Kathmandu |
| Day 8 | - | Depending on flight times this morning is free for further exploration or shopping. International Departure |
Fact Finder
| Duration | - | 09 day Journey |
| Trip Details: | - |
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| Activities | - | Cultural, Touring, Walking |
| Trip Grade | - | Moderate |
| Mode of Travel | - | Private coach, Domestic flight |
| Group & Staff | - | Min 2, Max 12, Responsible Adventures leader, local guides plus driver |
| Accommodation | - | Boutique hotel, Luxury lodges |
| Land Cost | - | USD 1200 Single Supplement US$ 200 |
Departure Dates
Every Saturday from October - June
Trip Cost
Cost Includes:-
- Boutique hotel in Kathmandu on bed and breakfast basis
- Hotel/ Lodges on twin sharing basis
- All transportation
- Responsible Adventures' Expert Trek leader (Click to watch video of trek leaders)
- Complimentary T-Shirt
- Use of trekking kit bag during trek
- 1 Assistant guide between 4 trekkers
- Trekking "Chef" - We are the first and only trekking company that has this post
- 1 porter between two trekkers
- Good clothing for porters and crew
- Food for porters & crew members (We are less then handful of trekking companies that provide this facility)
- Insurance for crew and porters
- All permits
- Twin sharing room on trek
- All meals on trek (best trekking meals in the whole of the Himalaya)
- Domestic airfare.
Cost Does Not Include:-
- International airport taxes
- Visas
- All optional additional tours or activities during free time
- Transportation outside of the tour program
- Travel insurance (Compulsory to have insurance that covers helicopter evacuation)
- Tips(suggested amount US$50 per week for staff only); Leader's tip at your discretion
- Items of a personal nature e.g alcoholic drinks, bottled beverages, laundry, souvenir etc.
Client Reviews
My first time outdoor trekking, thank u so much... I enjoyed my trip from the start to the end. It was hard for me during the first week to adapt to Nepal, especially in the mountains but you and your boys have made me so determined to come here again. You are not just a guide but have become my good friend. I learned a lot from you while in Nepal. I am fascinated by your stamina and ability to climb throughout the trip...I will miss Nepal... especially your musical songs. It was great to see such talent in your team. I will definitely recommend my friends to you, don't worry... It was a great 3 weeks with you once again.
Thank you so much... It was a great experience. I will miss your cooking too....:-))
Emli Ahmad
Central bank of Malaysia
