Jiri-EBC Trek - Fixed Departure
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Jiri-EBC Departure Date: 10/03/2012 -01/04/2012
This traditional route to the Everest Base Camp follows the footprints of Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, who first climbed the Mt. Everest. The trek has some different fascinations, one of the foremost is the satisfaction gained by reaching the base of the highest mountain in the world. Other attractions include the spectacular scenery of the Himalayan ranges. There is tremendous amount of uphill and downhill walking.
Trip profile:
Length of trip: 23 days
Grade: Strenuous
Highest Alt: 5550 m
Type of trek: Tea house
Best season: Mar- Nov
Group size: Min. 2 people
Itinerary in Details with date :
10/03/2012 Arrive in KTM check in hotel
11/03/2012 Prepare for next day
12/03/2012 KTM- Jiri by bus 200 KM takes 7/9 hours
13/03/2012 Jiri- Deurali
14/03/2012 Deurali- Sete
15/03/2012 Sete- Junbesi via Lamjura pass 3500 meter
16/03/2012 Rest day in Junbesi Visit Thupchen Thejung Monastery
17/03/2012 Junbesi- Nunthala
18/03/2012 Nunthala- Bupsa
19/03/2012 Bupsa- Ghat
20/03/2012 Ghat- Namche
21/03/2012 Acclimatization day
22/03/2012 Namche- Tyanboche
23/03/2012 Tyanboche- Pheriche
24/03/2012 Acclimatization day
25/03/2012 Pheriche- Labuche
26/03/2012 Labuche Goraksep- explore EBC
27/03/2012 Goraksep- Kalapatthar- Labuche
28/03/2012 Labuche- Tyanboche
29/03/2012 Tyanboche- Khumjung
30/03/2012 Khumjung- Manzo
31/03/2012 Manzo- Lukla
01/04/2012 Lukla- KTM by flight
Price US$1575 per person
Services we include:-
1] Pick up & drop off at arrival and departure to/from Kathmandu Airport.
2] Three nights Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
3] Guide (one guide for one group)
4] Porter (one porter in between two people]
5] Trekking Entry permit
6] TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System)
7] Flight for you, for guide including airport departure tax
8] Breakfast, lunch & dinner during trek
9] Accommodation during the trek
10] Road transportation
11] Insurance for guide & porter that includes their emergency rescue
12] Necessary equipment for guide & porter
13] Emergency rescue arrangement (Makes sure your insurance will cover it)
14] First aid kits
Services not included in the price:-
1] Tips
2] Meals in Kathmandu
3] Hotel for more than three nights in Kathmandu
4] Alcohol and any drinks on trek (including bottled water)
5] Hot shower and washing
5] All expenses of a personal nature e.g. toilet paper, medicines, confectionary etc
6] Nepal entry visa fee
On Trek
Normally you will walk about 5-6 hrs a day. You will have plenty of time to stop for refreshments. Our guide will be there to assist you every step of the way during your trek. Your meals will be provided in teahouses according to your choice. Your guide will take your order from the menu and check in the kitchen that everything is fresh and well cooked. For accommodation you will be provided with a double room. Your guide will also act as your interpreter and be able explain about our culture and traditions and any other queries you may have. Our guides are well versed in English and their main duty is to help you in any way at all times. Our porter will be well equipped and insured. We want to you to feel safe and taken care of so that your trek is as enjoyable as possible.
Other Relevant Information
Nepal visa :
Tourist Visa for visiting Nepal for 30 days can be obtained from the Nepalese Embassy in your country or from the Immigration Counter at Nepal Entry Points (like Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu) on payment of US $ 40.00 (you will also need a passport size photograph).
Essentials you should bring:
i/ Good and comfortable trekking boots that are well worn in.
ii/ Warm socks for evening as well as light trekking socks for walking.
iii/ Warm clothes for the morning and evening.
iv/ Toiletries and medical kit.
v/ Couple of T-shirts and light trousers/shorts for the day.
vi/ Sun hat and warm hat
vii/ Sandals for evening.
viii/ Sunglasses.
ix/ Flash light or head torch.
x/ Swimming costumes
xi/ Suntan lotion
xii/ Small towel
xiii/ Warm sleeping bag
How to Book the service:
Having decided on your trek, 30% of the total Trek fee should be sent in advance. Details will be provided as to how you can do that.
How to pay the rest of amount
Final payment can be made on your arrival with US $travellers cheques, US$ cash or Visa/Mastercard credit card ( note: paying by credit card incurs a 4% bank charge in Nepal).
