Everest Base Camp Trek with Kalapatthar (5545 m) is one of the most rewarding, satisfying, and exciting treks not only among those in Nepal but the world. Besides being adventurous and thrilling, the Everest Base Camp Trek offers adequate opportunity to explore the local Sherpa Culture, diverse ecosystem in the Sagarmatha National Park, and immerse yourself in the serene and tranquil environment of the Khumbu Valley.
The trail passes through dense forests of Rhododendron, Pine, Junipers, Fir along the Dudh Koshi River traversing numerous settlements of Sherpas. The domination of Sherpa Culture and Buddhist Religion in the area can be demonstrated by the showcasing of multi-colored prayer flags, prayer wheels, carved Mani Stones throughout the trail.
The majestic views of Mt. Everest, Mt Lhotse, Mt Ama Dablam, Pumori, Nuptse, Mt. Makalu, Mt Cholatse, Mt Thamserku, Mt. Kangtega, and many others are the most stunning aspect of this trek. Kalapatthar is the highest point of this overall trek and offers the classic views of Mt.Everest and many other snow-capped giants.
*Get an exclusive SGTREK Duffle bag when you signup for this trek.
PAYMENT DEPOSIT:
- Book now and save $80/Pax discount on Solo Signup (*Offer valid only till 31March2023).
- Book in Groups of 4Pax get a special discount of $100/Pax on booking – (*Offer valid only till 31March2023).
- Deposit payment of $1000/Pax to be made for booking confirmation. (*refundable until 31May2023 incase if you are unable to go)
- Final Balance Payment by 4months before to the event date.
VACCINATION AND COVID19 REGULATIONS
- All participants need to be vaccinated to join this event.
- Pre and Post covid19 test need to be paid by clients in Singapore and Nepal if needed.
- Get Covid19 Travel Insurance coverage to protect yourself / Travel Insurance also needed which covers mountaineering up to 6000m.
STAFF CONTACT NO:
Do contact VIJAY +6592700908(WHATSAPP) or Email: contact@sgtrek.com
TRIP DURATION: 16Days 15Nights
START DATES:
- 02 Sep – 17 Sep 2023
- 16 Sep – 01 Oct 2023
- 30 Sep – 15 Oct 2023
- 14 Oct – 29 Oct 2023
- 04 Nov – 19 Nov 2023
- 18 Nov – 03 Dec 2023
- 02 Dec- 17 Dec 2023
- 16 Dec -31 Dec 2023
EVENT COST:
- 2Pax – 5Pax: SGD2380/Pax
- 6Pax – 15Pax: SGD2280/Pax
Event Prices are subjective to change based on the Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu Flights
*Single supplement prices applicable. You can check with us for more details on the cost while booking if you are solo traveller.
Event Grading: Moderate
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*For those who wish to engage personal porters’ Additional porter cost. Do make the porter reservation while booking for the event.
DETAILED ITINERARY:
Arrive to Kathmandu as per the itinerary and update us of your arrival flight details to Kathmandu Airport.
Itinerary Highlights:
- Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,364m) O/N Hotel – B
- Day 02: Kathmandu: Final Trek Preparation O/N Hotel – B
- Day 03: Kathmandu – Fly to Lukla (Ramechap) – Trek to Phakding (2,652m 3- 4 Hours Trek (8 Km) O/N Lodge – B, L, D
- Day 04: Phakding – Namche Bazaar (3,440m 5 – 6 Hrs (11 Km) O/N Lodge – B, L, D
- Day 05: Acclimatize Hike to Everest View Hotel Explore Khumjung & Khunde Village O/N Namche Bazzar – B, L, D
- Day 06: Namche Bazzar to Tengboche (3,870m5 – 6 Hrs (10 Km) O/N Lodge (Visit Monestry – B, L, D
- Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m 5 – 6 Hrs (9 Km) O/N Lodge – B, L, D
- Day 08: Dingboche (4,410 M Rest & Acclimatization Day O/N Lodge – B, L, D
- Day 09: Dingboche – Lobuche (4940 M 4-5 Hrs (7 Km) O/N Lodge – B, L, D
- Day 10: Lobuche – Gorak Shep (5,170 M – Everest Base Camp (5,364m/- Gorak Shep: 8 – 9 Hrs (13 Km) O/N Lodge – B, L, D
- Day 11: Gorak Shep – Kala Patthar (5545m- Pheriche (4371m 7-8 Hrs (16 Km) O/N Lodge – B, L, D
- Day 12: Pheriche to Namche Bazzar (3,500m 6 – 7 Hrs (20 Km) O/N Lodge – B, L, D
- Day 13: Namche Bazzar to Lukla:2840m 4 – 5 Hrs (19 Km) O/N Lodge – B, L, D
- Day 14: Lukla – Kathmandu and Shopping O/N Hotel – B, L, D
- Day 15: Buffer Day in Kathmandu O/N Hotel – B
- Day 16: Final Departure – B
*Options to Heli-Out from Basecamp available upon request. Do check with us while booking you trip with us.
Note of above Itinerary:
- B = Breakfast
- L = Lunch
- D = Dinner
What’s Included/Excluded
Cost Includes
- All Airport Arrival-Departures Transfers as Per Schedule in Nepal
- Hotel Accommodations in Kathmandu with Breakfast (Twin Sharing)
- Teahouse/Lodge Accommodation During Trek Twin Sharing Basic as Per Schedule
- Meals During Trek /Breakfast /Lunch /Dinner /Tea or Coffee 3 Times A Day
- Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu Flight Tickets and Airport Departure Taxes
- An Experienced English-Speaking Trekking Guide
- Porters To Carry Your Personal Luggage (2 Trekkers:1 Porter)
- Luggage Limit 15 Kg. Per Person (Porter carry)
- Guide And Porter Insurance
- All Necessary Paperwork and Permits (National Park Permit, Entrance Fee at Lukla)
- A Comprehensive Medical Kit for The Group.
- Helicopter Stand by At Lukla for Emergency (If Use There Will Be Additional Charge)
- Farewell Group Dinner
- All Government and Local Taxes
Cost Excludes
- International airfares
- Personal Trekking Equipment/Sleeping bags
- Major meals, lunch, and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu
- Any type of personal expenses, such as alcoholic beverages and drinks, phone and laundry.
- Nepal entry visa fee – you may easily obtain the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport – Kathmandu. (https://www.immigration.gov.np/page/tourist-visa#:~:text=Tourist%20visa%20extension%20is%20done,per%20day%20for%20additional%20days.)
- Rescue & travel insurance, trip cancellation costs, accident or health emergency, evacuation, loss, theft or damage to baggage and personal effects. We strongly advise you to take out personal travel insurance.
- Tips & Gratuities
- Covid19 Travel Insurance / Vaccine
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
THINGS TO CHECK PRIOR TO THE TRIP:
VISA:
Do check on your visa requirements based on your passports. Most of the passport is on arrival.
Visa Fee structure:
3.5.1. Visa Fee
- 15 Days – 30 USD
- 30 Days – 50 USD
- 90 Days – 125 USD
Visa Facility Fee
NECESSARY THINGS NEEDED:
- Passport size photos: 2pcs
- Passport Photocopy ; 2pcs
- Travel Insurance Photo Copy (Policy no. & Contact No.) – Must cover adventure sports around 5500M evacuation
- Local currency
LIST OF EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHING
CLOTHING:
- Down or fiber filled waterproof jacket and trousers (1)
- Lightweight cotton long pants (3 pairs)
- Fleece jacket or pullover (1)
- Warm cotton trousers (2 pairs)
- Shirts and T-shirts (4 pieces).
- Long under wear (2 pieces)
- Short under wear (4 pieces)
- Sun hat or scarf (1)
- Woolen hat (1)
- Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof (1)
- Lightweight gloves (1)
- Sunglasses (1)
- Rain coat (1)
- Head Scrap
FOOTWEAR:
- Trekking boot (one pairs)
- Camp shoes (1 pair)
- Thick socks (4 pairs)
- Light socks (3 pairs)
- Sandals (1 pair)
OTHER EQUIPMENT:
- Sleeping bag (4seasons)-1 if you have can bring for hygienic
- Down jacket -1
- Daypack – 1
- Water bottle – 1
- Sun creams
- Hiking Poles
- Thermos Flask
- Bright Headlamps/Spare batteries
- Tea – you can boil water in teahouses
- dairy milk bars – chocolate is a must!
- trail mix and peanuts
FIRST AID:
- Diamox – for altitude
- Advil
- Aleve
- Vicks vapor rub
- Sunscreen
- chapstick
- anti nauseant – you tend to feel just a bit nauseaus a lot at altitude.
- immodium – diarrhea is common at altitued.
- bandaids
- blister bandaids or moleskin
- eye drops
- advil cold and dinus
- nasal moisturizer – altitude causes nasal cavities to be very dry, nasal moisturizer was very helpful.
- Q-tips
- tweezers
- tiger balm
By Joining this trip, YOU:
- Acknowledge all the TERMS & CONDITIONS: https://sgtrek.com/terms-conditions/
- Acknowledge that YOU have read and agreed to RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS, EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT FORM of (SGTREK) : https://sgtrek.com/sgtrek-indemnity-form/
- YOU have read all the above paragraphs and YOU know, understand, and appreciate these and other risks that are inherent in The Activity. YOU hereby assert that your participation is voluntary and that YOU knowingly assume all such risks.
- YOU acknowledge the agreement freely and voluntarily, and intend by completing this form and unconditional release of all liability to SGTREK PTE. LTD.
TERMS & CONDITIONS: https://sgtrek.com/terms-conditions/
For any queries related to the event do contact below person:
Phone: +65 92700908 (WhatsApp)
Email : contact@sgtrek.com
This trip is organized by:
SGTREK PTE. LTD.
Reg. No. 201816267K
STB License No. 03160
Address: 28A, Kandahar Street
Singapore 198889
Email: contact@sgtrek.com
WhatsApp: +6592700908
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