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Peter Macfarquhar
USA
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It was my second trek through this company. Tej organized this trip very well too, Dhan treated me in very professional way and Strong porter. It was different in my last trip to upper mustang and this trip to Khumbila pass but no difference in arrangement. It was quiet along the pass and weather was perfect. There were no clouds at all for whole trekking. I think, I was very lucky and Tej recommended me in best time to trek. It is unforgettable moment for me. I already planned to trek again in Nepal. See you next year ! Thanks to all your team!
Adriaan Woerlee
Australia
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The service from both out guide and porter was excellent. They worked very hard to ensure we had the best experience and were very comfortable. Our guide was very responsible and I recommend him( Dhruba) as trustworthy, knowledgeable and hard working.
Our trek was made possible, fund and enjoyable because of Dhruba’s hard work. Furthermore both guide+porter were good humored, honest with good sense of humor.
Gokyo lakes via chola pass trekking one of Nepal's most famous treks, through the Khumbu Mountains - Sherpa country. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see some of the most unbelievable scenery imaginable. Nepal is a beautiful country, not only for its outstanding scenery, but for its people as well. The trek through the Khumbu region will allow you to experience both. You will pass through small Sherpa villages meeting friendly people at every turn, while at the same time gazing in awe at the many surrounding Himalayan peaks. Our ascent is well paced to allow time to experience and enjoy all the surroundings as well as to acclimatize. This trek is for those who love a sense of adventure, trekking at high elevations and wanting to push themselves to the limit. It is a tough, challenging, but exciting adventure. The trek follows well graded paths through the Khumbu region with somewhat tougher sections along the Khumbu glacier.
We begin our adventure with a short but scenic flight from Katmandu, the capital of Nepal, to the small mountain village of Lukla. You will experience the thrill of approaching and landing on its tiny runway! Â Once leaving Lukla, and until we return, we spend our time trekking through the heartland of the Sherpa people, staying in their villages, experiencing their cultures and visiting Buddhist monasteries. Our trek follows the Dudh Koshi River, and along its route you will see distant views of Everest and neighboring Ama Dablam, considered by many to be among the most beautiful mountains in Nepal. A rest day will be spent at Namche Bazaar, the busy market town in the heart of Sherpa country and Gokeyo.These rest days allow time to explore the surrounding areas and to acclimatize.Â
The trail to Gokyo is a gradual ascent up the valley passing through patches of birch and rhododendron forest where the elusive musk deer can sometimes be seen. Through small yak-grazing settlements we reach the Gokyo lakes where we climb the Gokyo Peak (5480 m) and enjoy stunning summit mountain scenery including Everest, Makalu and Cho Oyo. After the Cho La pass, we reach Dzongla and further up the base camp.
Those who have fully acclimatized may trek to Chola pass, Kallapathar and Everest Base Camp to view the famous Khumbu Icefall and see the numerous climbing groups preparing to climb Everest including high peaks.  However, without doubt, the highlight for most will be the early morning climb of Kala Pathar (5550 m/ 18315 ft). Standing on its peak, with the sun rising and Mt Pumori (7165 m/ 23644 ft) in the background, you will have a panoramic view of the Khumbu glacier, Everest Base Camp, Nuptse and the southwest face of Everest itself
Leaving Gorak Shep, we spend the next few days retracing our route down to Namche Bazaar. The trek down will be equally exciting, as you take in the views and reflect on your accomplishments and experiences. From Namche Bazaar, it is a very pleasant days walk to Lukla and your flight to Kathmandu.
| Fact of this trip | |
| Trip Duration     | 20 days deluxe trip |
| Max. Altitude: | 5550m./18315ft. |
| Minimum Altitude: | 2650m./8745 ft. |
| Grade: | Strenuous |
| Activities: | Trekking + Tour |
| Accommodation: | Lodge |
| Meals: | Breakfast, lunch , Dinner with tea/coffee |
| Transportation: | Car/ Van/ Taxi / Plane |
| Trek Departure: | Every day throughout the week |
| Group Size: | 2 person (minimum) to12 persons (maximum) |
| Best season: | Feb, March, April, May, Sep, Oct & Nov. |
| Available Time: | All months |
| Per day hiking: | 5 to 8 hours |
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,295 m/4,273 ft.)
Arriving in Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), you will be met by a Nepal Alternative Treks airport representative. Transfer by Private car/ Van (depends on size of group) to the selected Hotel ( Hotel Marshyangdi) at thamel in Kathmandu. Stay overnight on B/B basis.
Day 2: Visit world heritage sites in Kathmandu
Full day Kathmandu sight seeing (world heritages sites) - Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Boudhanath stupa and Pashupatinath temple by private car/van (depends on group size) and tour guide. Stay at same hotel on B/B basis.
Day 3 : Kathamandu-Lukla- Ghat- Phakding
A magnificent 35 minute flight to Lukla (2800m./9240ft.) and an exciting landing on a steep mountain runway brings us to the start of our trek. We head up the Dudh Koshi Valley on a well-marked trail for 3 hours to our first stay at a lodge in Phakding (2650m./8745 ft.) on FB basis.
Day 4 : Phakding-Manju-Joresalle-Namche Bazzar
We continue north following the Dudh Kosi river and on to Jorsale where we enter the Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park. From here it is a short walk to the confluence of two rivers, the lmja Drangpa (Imja Khola) and the Nangpo Tsangpo (Bhote Kosi) followed by a steep climb (for about 2hrs.) to Namche Bazaar, the main town in the Khumbu region. Namche is a prosperous Sherpa town and an important trading centre with a weekly Saturday market. After 5/6 hours walking to Namche Bazaar ( 3440m./11352 ft.) stay there overnight at lodge on FB basis.
Day 5 : Rest day for Acclimatization in Namche Bazzar.
Rest day and overnight. Namche Bazaar is tucked away between two ridges amongst the giant peaks of the Khumbu. Once named the 'Trekkers Mecca of Nepal’, Namche now boasts plenty of lodges and souvenir shops. It is an ideal place to spend a rest day, acclimatizing to the new altitude before heading off towards Everest Base Camp. Options for acclimatization walks include a visit to Khumjung Village and Khumjung gompa which has a Yeti skull, and also the one hour walk up to the Everest Hotel (3850m./12705ft.) above Namche for the sunset view of Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Lhotse and Everest. Stay at same Lodge on FB basis.
Day 6 : Namche Bazar - Phortse Thanga
Beautiful view of the Tengpoche monastery and the verdant Phortse plateau on east. Stunning vista of the Thamserku (6608 m) and Kang Taïga (6685 m) on south-east and the Laboche (6367 m) on north-east. After 5/6 hours beautiful walk, we reach Phortse Tanga ( 3600 m./11880m.) then we stay there overnight at lodge on FB basis.
Day 7 : Phortse Thanga – Dole-Machhermo
Rhododendrons forests give way to junipers and tall conifers. After Dole the landscape gets rocky. First sights of the Cho Oyu (8153 m). We walk today 5/6 hours and stay at Machermo(4410m./14553ft.) overnight at lodge on FB basis.
Day 8 : Machhermo - Gokyo
We follow the immense frontal moraine of the Ngozumpa glacier to the Gokyo lakes. Climbing up we will discover one by one those emerald drops lost into black rocks and snow. We walk just 3/4 hours walk then stay overnight at Gokyo( 4750m./15675ft.) at lodge on FB basis.
Day 9 : Gokyo Peak ascent
We ascent early morning to Gokyo peak (5480m./18084ft.) 3 hours and 2 hours to walk down. A breathtaking 360 º view with Lhotse, Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyu, four of the forteen 8000 m on earth, dominating the myriad lesser peaks. We stay at same lodge overnight on FB basis.
Day 10 : Gokyo – Thangna
We walk 5 hours to Thangna( 4550m./15015ft.) 3/4 hours walking. Crossing through moraines of the terminal spit of Ngojumpa glacier. We stay there overnight at lodge on FB basis.
Day 11 : Thangna - Cho La Pass -Dzongla
The trail leads us to Dzongla ( 5840m./15972ft.) 7/8 hours walking after crossing Chola pass( 5430m.17919ft.) The steep trail goes through blocks of rocks. After the pass, we shortly cross an easy segment of the glacier then descend towards Dzongla. We stay there overnight at lodge on FB basis.
Day 12: Dzongla- Lobuche
Trek to Lobuche(4900m.16170ft.) 4/5 hours walking then stay there over night at lodge on FB basis. You will see Taboche peak on right hand and Lobuche peak on left hand and in front Mount Pumori.
Day 13: Lobuche-Gorakshep-EBC-Gorakshep
We continue our trek along the Khumbu Glacier in the early morning for a wonderful walk to the Everest Base Camp (5364m./17701ft.). From Lobuche, it is a 2 hour trek to Gorak Shep (5130 m/16929 ft) where we leave our bags at the Lodge. After lunch, we hike for 2 hours up the Khumbu Glacier to the EBC. After spending time viewing the famous Khubu Icefall and wandering through the ‘village’ of climbing groups, we return to Gorak Shep and stay overnight at lodge on FB basis.
Day 14 : Gorak Shep - Kala Pattar - Lobuche
We rise very early in the morning for the hike to Kala Pattar (5550m./18315ft.) Our objective is to reach the summit of Kala Pattar just as the sun rises. After 2 hours of hiking, you will stand on Kala Pattar, just beneath Pumori (7165 m/23644 ft). From here, you have an unobstructed view of the Everest south face, Nuptse and many other peaks. The scenery is breathtaking and you will want to extend your stay as long as possible to take picture after picture and enjoy the vast array of mountains that surround you. And, at some moment while you stand looking out over the scene below, you will realize the significance of your achievement and the great feeling of satisfaction of a job well done. Soon, however, we have to leave Kala Pattar and make our way back to Gorak Shep, then trek 2 hours to Lobuche and stay overnight at lodge on FB basis.
Day 15: Lobuche-Pheriche-Pangboche-Phortse
Today is downhill most of the way, as we retrace our steps to Thukla and descend to Pheriche. We continue down, passing the Pangboche village and take the trail on the opposite side of the Imja Khola toward Phortse (3700 m/ 12210 ft). The trail to Phortse gradually rises above the Imja Khola and the views to the west are spectacular. As you gain elevation, you see in the distance the Tangboche monastery sitting high on hill. Keep an eye open for sightings of musk deer along the way. We arrive at Phortse and stay overnight at lodge on FB basis.
Day 16 : Phortse- Mungla Danda- Namche Bazzar
Our trek takes us downhill from Phortse to the Dudh Kosi river. We cross the river and make our way through Phortse Thanga and from there, after many steep switchbacks uphill, to Mong. Again, the views from this elevation are outstanding as you look down the valleys to the west and admire the surrounding peaks. We descend and pass through Kenjoma on our way to Namche Bazzar and stay overnight at lodge on FB basis.
Day 17: Namche bazzar-Manju-Phakding- Lukla
From Namche Bazaar the trail descends steeply to the village of Jorsale. Passing the villages of Phakding and Choplung, we reach Chaunrikharka and the trail that leads up to the airport at Lukla. This is a long, but pleasant day of trekking and after 7 hours of walking you will be glad to reach the lodge in Lukla! This will be the final day of your trek and an opportunity to gather with your comrades, guides and porters to celebrate your achievement! Enjoy your last evening in the Khumbu region by relaxing at the lodge. Stay overnight on FB basis.
Day 18 : Lukla- Domestic airport Kathmandu- Hotel
In the morning, we rise early for breakfast, then walk to the airport. Before boarding the flight to Katmandu, you say goodbye to the porters and also goodbye to the mountains. The plane rolls down the short runway, then soars across the Dudh Kosi River and makes its way back to Katmandu. In the evening, you are cordially invited to a farewell dinner where you will experience typical Nepali food and cultural entertainment, courtesy of Nepal Alternative Treks. Stay overnight at the selected hotel ( Hotel Marshyangdi) at thamel in Kathmandu on b/b basis.
Day 19: Leisure day in Kathmandu
This pleasant day you may have full day at leisure and either relaxes at hotel because you may have tired body and sore legs from the trip. This one extra day we use as a reserve day just in case if you need one extra day on trip or some time flight to/from Lukla can be cancelled or delay so always good to have this one reserve day after your trip. Stay overnight at same hotel on b/b plan.
Day 20: Departure to your home
Nepal alternative treks provide you free transportation to Trivuwan international airport and departure to your home or other destination
B/B = Bed and Breakfast,
B = breakfast.
L = Lunch,
D = Dinner,
FB = Full board.( accommodation, breakfast, lunch, Dinner with tea/coffee).
M .= meter.
f .= Feet, km =kilometre
- Free pick up and drop by car/van/ from/to international airport.
- nights deluxe 3***hotel (Hotel Marshyangdi) at thamel in Kathmandu on b/b basis.
- One full day sightseeing in Kathmandu with professional tour guide by private car/Van.
- All meals during the trekking (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with tea/coffee).
- Lodge accommodation during the trekking.
- One experienced educated, well trained, fluent English speaking, friendly, government authorized and specialized in Everest region trekking guide and required porters.
- Guide's food, accommodation, salary, flight, insurance, transportation and equipments.
- Porter's food, accommodation, salary, insurance and equipments.
- Both way flight tickets Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu.
- Domestic airport tax.
- Everest national park fee and TIMS (Trekker's information management system) card.
- Transfer from/to domestic airport.
- First aid medical box.
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
- Complementary Trekking Certificate of Completion.
- Hard and soft table drinks such as coke, fanta, mineral water, beer
- Personal Travel insurance.
- Rescue operation.
- International air fare.
- Nepal tourist visa fee ( $ 25 for 15 days and $ 40 for 30 days multiple entry visa).
- Tips for guide and porter.( Highly suggested but not compulsory).
1. One day Trishuli river rafting.
2. Full day world heritage sites city tour as Bhaktapur, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath and Monkey temple.
3. One night two days Nagarkot sunrise and mountain view and 3 hours hiking trip.
4. One night Two days Dhulikhel tour.
5. Two nights Three days Trishuli river rafting + Chitwan Jungle safari.
6. 1/2/3 hours Trekking thai massage.
7.Mountain flight.
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Upper Mustang Tea House Trek
Season : All months except Nov, Dec & Jan
Duration : 24 Days
Details...
Time & Temprature
1. Is previous hiking experience required to go on a trek ?
As long as you are in good physical shape, you do not require any hiking experience for short treks. However, if you are planning a trek longer than a week, some physical fitness programs such as running, swimming, hiking is recommended before you embark on a trek.
2. What equipment should I bring ?
When selecting your personal items, keep in mind the number of days you'll be camping, the time of year and the altitude. We advise our clients to bring these items - Click Here
What is Teahouse Trekking? And how it is organized?
Teahouse trekking is guided walking and very popular in the well-developed tourist regions including Annapurna, Everest and Langtang Helambu, where western cuisine as well Nepalese food (Dalbhat) is available. Overnight accommodation is in good, clean guest houses, lodges and hotels.
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