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Towards Everest:

 Classic Trek to Kala Pattar
 

Region: Everest (Khumbu)

Trek Grade: 3 (Strenuous)

Trek Duration: 15 days

Hotel KTM: 4 Nights

Season: Sept-May


Mount Everest from Kala Pattar

This classic trek culminates at one of the most famous view points of Mt. Everest, the 5545 m rocky outcropping known as Kala Pattar.  From this vantage point there are incredible views of Everest and the surrounding peaks.  Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world, which is known as 'Sagarmatha' the goddess mother of the world, in Nepal, has long been the greatest attraction for nature lovers and trekkers all over the world, Solukhumbu, the heartland of Everest region, has thus been the most famous trekking destination in the world. Mt. Everest, Solukhumbu and happy Sherpa people have been the integral part of the Himalayan mystique. You can have a spectacular glance at unbelievable peaks, visit Buddhist monasteries and friendly Sherpa villages on this trek.  As we proceed slowly to allow for maximum acclimatization, we will have plenty of opportunity to visit the monasteries and Sherpa homes.

Trekking Itinerary

 

Day 1  Arrive in Kathmandu

 

Day 2  Sightseeing in Kathmandu

 

Day 3 Fly to Lukla & trek to Phakding 2600m 2hrs

 

Day 4 Jorsale 2550m 4 walking hrs

 

Day 5 Namche Bazaar 3444m 4 walking hrs

 

Day 6 Namche Bazaar Rest and acclimatization

 

Day 7 Thyangboche Monastery 3875m 5 walking hrs

 

Day 8 Thyangboche Rest and Acclimatization

 

Day 9 Dingboche 4360m 5 walking hrs

 

Day 10 Dingboche Rest and Acclimatization

 

Day 11 Lobuche 4930m 4 walking hrs

 

Day 12 Gorak Shep climb Kala Patthar 5545m 5 walking hrs

 

Day 13 Gorak Shep to Everest BC to Lobuche 6 walking hrs

 

Day 14 Tyangboche Monastery 6 walking hrs

 

Day 15 Namche 3444m 4 walking hrs

 

Day 16 Lukla 6 walking hrs

 

Day 17 Fly back to Kathmandu!

 

Day 18 Free day shopping/relaxing/sightseeing Kathmandu

 

Day 19 Final Departure

 


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Altitude profile (Elevation vs. Trekking Days)

 


Towards Ama Dablam From Kala Pattar