Everest Lodge Trek

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu - Transfer to Hotel

Day 2: Kathmandu Today enjoy a 1/2 day guided sightseeing tour of Katmandu's most famous places. Baktapur - the oldest city in Nepal, Boddanath - the worshipping place of the Buddhist people - Pasapatanath - the holiest place for the Hindu people. On the bank of the sacred Bagmati River, the temple of Lord Shiva Pashupatinath is famous for its architecture with its two-tiered golden roof and silver doors. It is the centre of annual pilgrimage on the day Maha-Shibaratri. Bouddhanath - this  colossal and  ancient Stupa, 8km from Kathmandu is one of the biggest in the world and has the ""all seeing eyes" of Lord Budda. You will also visit one of Kathmandu's oldest City's, Bhaktapur, whose traditional industries are pottery and weaving and is a home of medieval art and architecture. The main square of the City contains innumerable temples and the masterpiece of Bhaktapur's Durbar Square (and of the entire valley) is the "Sun Dhoka" or "The Golden Gate", set centrally in the palaces lining the northern edge of the square. Built in 1753, the Sun Dhoka is often compared to the renaissance  Florentine Baptistery doors of Ghilberti.

Day 3: Kathmandu - Lukla - Chhutrawa (2640 mtrs) We fly in the morning to Lukla (2827m). Flight time is approx 40 minutes and you will experience one of the most magnificent sights in the world as we fly parallel to the Himalayan Mountains bordering Nepal, Tibet and China. After landing we will have a hearty lunch, and the afternoon we descend to our lodge Chhutrawa an easy afternoons walk.  - approx 6 klms -. 2hrs

Day 4: Chhutrawa to Monjo (2835 mtrs)  Today is a relatively easy walk where we follow the Dudh Kosi valley north to our destination of Monjo, where the trail officially enters the Sagarmatha National Park. Lunch Camp same placeapprox. 4 klms approx. 3 hrs walk

Day 5: Monjo - Namche Bazaar (3440 mtrs)  There is an entrance station just beyond the village of Jorsale where trekking permits are checked and National Park fees collected. We continue along the trail, cross the Bhote Kosi River for approx 2 hrs and then climb steeply for about another 2-1/2 hrs to our destination of Namche Bazaar3500 mtrs. Remember to look out for glimpses of Mt. Everest early on the trail. Lunch and Camp same place. Namche is known as the capital of the Khumbu area. A traditional Sherpa trading village, there are many things to see and do at Namche.. The afternoon is free to explore this fascinating village of Namche and its several shops selling items of every description and a proliferation of Sherpa inns. O/N Namche  approx 4klms - 3-4 hrs

Day 6: Namche - Acclimatization Day - Early this morning we will take a short hike to the Sagarmatha National Park Museum, here you will hopefully see a magnificent sunrise and spectacular view of Everest, and surrounding mountains. The remainder of the day is yours to relax and enjoy your rest day.

Day 7: Namche Bazaar to Thame (3800 mtrs) After leaving Namche we also leave the main trail to Mt. Everest, we ascend quite steeply west contouring the Nangpo Tsangpo Valley, passing the village of Phurte (3475mtrs). We then cross the Themgpo River ascending the south bank. Passing through pleasant forests we reach the village of Thami. In the afternoon we will visit the famous Thami Monastery.  8 klms 4-5 hrs

Day 8: Thame - Khumjung (3890 mtrs) Today is a relatively easy walk to the village of Khunde where we can visit the Kunde Hospital built by the Sir Edmund Hillary Trust. About 1/2 hr walk from Kunde and we reach our destination of Khumjung. The afternoon can be spent relaxing in the famous German bakery or taking an hour's stroll to view the Everest Hotel and of course the school of Khumjung. This school was the first established school in the area and was also funded by Sir Edmond Hillary.  8 klms 4-5 hrs

Day 9: Khumjung to Phortse (3700 mtrs)  We depart early for our climb to the high ridges of 4000m, past a large a chorten at the village of Mong, said to be the birthplace of the saint Lama Sange Dorje, the reincarnate lama of Rongbuk Monastery in Tibet who introduced Buddhism to Khumbu. From there we descend to the village of Phortse Tenga by the Dudh Kosi (river) and then take a steep climb to the village of Phortse.3 klms - - 3 hrs

Day 10: Phortse to Tyangboche (3867 mtrs) via Pangboche. (3901 mtrs) Today is a long and hard and although sometimes difficult, it will be rewarding. We leave Photse and wind our way up the valley on a very narrow sometimes-steep trail. The views of Ama Dablam standing above 6,000 meters and known as the Mother’s Charm Box will take your breath away. The singular beauty of Ama Dablam, standing isolated from all other mountains provides a spectacular backdrop and reminder of the height of Himalayan peaks. After lunch at Pangboche the route descends past some magnificently carved mani stones to the Imja Khola which we cross via a steel suspension bridge high above the river at a spot where it rushes through a narrow cleft. From there we have a gentle climb to the tiny village of Deboche past Mani walls deep in a rhododendron forest. From Deboche we have a short steep climb to Thyangboche through a forest of birches conifers and rhododendrons. Because of the ban on hunting at Thyangboche there is much wildlife in this area. We may see almost tame blood pheasants, Nepal's national bird the Himalayan monal or ipeyan pheasant, snow pigeons and red billed choughs (they will pinch any food you leave lying around). A visit to the monastery is a must.  10 klms --6 - 7 hrs

Day 11: Thyanboche to Namche Bazaar  This morning we will take a time out to visit the Monastery and see a short film on the Sagamatha National Park.  After morning tea we will make our way to Namche by a different route.  The trail drops sharply down to the Dudh Kosi and the village of Phunki, where we cross the river, and up toward Namche Bazaar, winding high above the river with views north towards Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse.  6 klms - 4 hrs

Day 12: Namche Bazaar - Phakding (2600 mtrs)  We retrace our route down along the gorge of the Dudh Kosi to the entrance of the national park, where we will see our last view of Everest.5 hrs

Day 13: Phakding - Lukla (2800 mtrs) Today is a relatively easy meander through interesting villages, you will have plenty of time to take that last minute photo. After lunch there is a short climb up to our final destination of Lukla. Tonight we will have our end of trek party to thank our wonderful hard working staff, and of course to congratulate yourself on a wonderful adventure.3 hrs

Day 14: Lukla - Kathmandu Arrive Kathmandu with the afternoon free to explore or do some last minute shopping.

Day 15: Kathmandu - Free Day

Day 16: End Kathmandu

• 12-Day TeaHouse Trek
• All meals included on trek
• 2 internal flights
•  4 nights in one of Kathmandu's incl b'fast (twin share)
•  English Speaking Nepalese Sirdar
•  Arrival and departure transfers
• Comprehensive medical kit
• Comprehensive Trip Notes
• Trekking permit and National Park Fees
• We carry a High Altitude Chamber on all treks above3000mtrs

Royal Chitwan National park

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Itinerary: 4 days/ 3 nights

Day 1 - You will be collected from you hotel at approx. 7am for your 6 hr drive by either tourist bus or private vehicle to Chitwan National Park and your accommodation for the next 3 nights. The drive to Chitwan is interesting and travels along the Privthi Highway which links Nepal to India. We travel for several hours along the banks of the Treuesli River, this river is famous for white water rafting excursions. We will stop for breakfast approx. 10am at a luxurious Nepalese Resort on the river. It is then about another 2 hour drive and we arrive at our lodge,where you will be greeted by your friendly and knowledgable staff. On arrival you will be served drinks, and given a briefing on your next 3 day's.activities. After the breifing you will be escorted to your cabin and lunch will be served in the dining room. After lunch you will be taken to the elephant stables were there will be an elephant briefing. At approx 5pm you will be taken on a 2 hour elephant safari where you will be able to watch closely but safely at some of the world's rarest animals, including sloth bears, bison, and the awesome one horned rhino. In the evening it is time to relax on the verandah with a drink whilst enjoying the magnificent jungle
sunset. Before dinner you will experience a cultural show from the local Tharu Village people. Experience the unique society of the Tharu people who have lived for centuries close to the jungle. Their rich traditions reflect their intimate relationship with the natural world.

Day 2: An early rise for those who wish to go venture into the jungle for a 2 hour bird watching walk, with the camps experienced naturalist.. After breakfast you will transfer to the inside park by dug-out canoe. We pass a pageant of bird life, and our naturalists are there to share their knowledge of the jungle with you. Our jeep will meet us and escort us on a short drive through the jungle to our accommodation for the night. The afternoon we will visit a Tharu village and share their world with them as you reach out to touch another culture. The evening is spent deep in the heart of the jungle around a camp fire, listening to the sounds of the animal life, and reliving the past 2 days experiences.

Day 3: After breakfast we will return by jeep or ox cart to the main Gaida Resort to collect the remainder of your luggage, before sadly departing Gaida for your 1/2 drive to the Baratapur airport, and 30 minute flight to Kathmandu.

NET COST: US$400

INCLUSIONS

•  3 Nights Royal Chitwan National Park at Gaida Wildlife Reserve
•  All Meals
•  All Activities
•  Bus Kathmandu - Chitwan
•  Flight Chitwan- Kathmandu