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October 29, 2014
Among the Top 10 Treks in the world and also the most unique...
In one of the mightiest mountains in the world, where most peaks are covered by snow almost round the year flows the mighty Zanskar River fed by many glaciers. The white waters of Zanskar River is famous for its gushing rapids of white waters that are popular for extreme white water rafting sport.
Don't just survive the trek..
Enjoy the Chadar Trek experience with ... Nature Knights!!
Enjoy the Chadar Trek experience with ... Nature Knights!!
Highlights
- Stay in Deluxe Rooms with Heaters and Hot Water in Leh
- Trip with full board.. all meals included; all 9 days
- During the trek; provision for hot meals with plenty of hot liquid beverages like tea/soups etc..
- provision for carrying change clothes during trek with porter
- Crampon for safety of all participants
- Tents sharing on twin sharing basis during treks with Sleeping bags and special mats
- We can also help you with hire of specialized Jackets for Chadar trek
9 Days and a Special 5 Days Versions too.. for those who do not have 9 days.
Living the Experience.. check out the documentary.
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Zanskar river in the heart of winter freezes to form a sheet of ice or blanket and is known more popularly among adventurers world wide as "Chaddar", A journey on this remote and exquisite landscapes gives trekkers a glimpse of the world unlike any other place in the world. Its one of the top ten treks in the world.
Zanskar frozen river route (Chadar Route) was traditionally was used as a trade for locals living in Zanskar Valley who came through this route to Leh for trading during harsh winters of Ladakh.
The Chadar Trek includes 2 days in leh and 7 days trek in extreme cold conditions. It is a winter trek over a frozen river in Ladakh. Average mean temperature during the day is minus 15 and during nights temperatures fall to minus 25 and 30. The desolate trek is over the ever changing Chadar frozen river. Ice forms, breaks and changes colour on the river every few hours. At places the Chadar (or ice) does not form over the river. Trekkers have to forge a new trail climbing over snow covered steep rocky banks of the river to again descend to a spot on the river where the ice is more stable.
Batch - 1 (January 24th, 2015 ) (9 Days Ex. Leh).
Batch - 2 (February 1st, 2015) (5 Days Ex. Leh, Special Chadar Trek).
Check a special video, Memories from last year (Zara Nazar Utake Deho).
Trek Summary 9 Day (Starting Jan 24)
Day 1 - Fly to leh, transfer to Hotel (Rest and Acclimatize)
Day 2 - Drive to Chilling (3 hrs drive) and trek to Tilad Do camp 3100m (2 km, 1hrs trek)
Day 3 – Tilad Do to Gyalpo camp 3170m (9 Km, 6 hrs trek)
Day 4 – Gyalpo camp to Dib Cave 3225m (14 km, 8 hrs trek)
Day 5 – Dib cave to Naerak camp 3390m (10.5 km, 7 hrs trek)
Day 6 - Naerak to Tibb.
Day 8 - Shingra Koma to Chilling and drive to Leh.
Day 9 - Return from Leh.Trek Summary 5 Days (Summary - Special Chadar Trek Event)
Starting Feb 1st, 2014.
Day 1 - Fly to leh, transfer to Hotel (Rest and Acclimatize)
Day 2 - Drive to Chilling (3 hrs drive) and trek to Tilad Do camp 3100m (2 km, 1hrs trek)
Day 3 – Tilad Do to Gyalpo camp 3170m (9 Km, 6 hrs trek)
Day 4 – Gyalpo camp to Shingra Koma to Chilling and drive to Leh.
Day 5 - Return from Leh.
Program Schedule (Summary)
Day 1 - Fly to Leh 3524m (11,562 Feet) above mean sea level.
On arrival keep your woolens and jackets ready before getting out of the air craft.
Leh in winter is very different from what may experience during typical Leh summer; the temperatures ranges at an average of -10 degrees centigrade to -15 degree centigrade.
Transfer from airport to lodging.
It is strongly advised that you do not venture out of Hotel on day one.One need to let their body acclimatize to cold and high altitude (thin air conditions). To acclimatize rest and sleep most of the day, drink lots of water. Every thing should be done in slow motion on day one.
For those who have been to Leh before will find that most of the hustle bustle shops they found open during summer season may not be open. So don't depend to buy any major item required during the trek at Leh; you may not have enough time nor the shops open.
For those looking to hire Down Jackets; Gloves needed for extreme cold; have to inform us well in advance so that we can make it available for them.
Day 2 - Drive to Chilling (3 hrs drive) and trek to Tilad Do camp 3100m (2 km, 1hrs trek)
For those who have been to Ladakh before may have come across sangam point; a place where Indus and Zanskar rivers meet.
We have to follow road going parallel to Zanskar river here.
Travel distance between Leh and Chilling is around 64 KM. We drive to the point where the vehicle can take us then start our Chadar trek.
First day trek is fairly easy "Tilat Campsite" can be reached in a hours time from the time you start the trek. This campsite is located near sangam of one of the tributaries of Zanskar and main Zanskar river.
Get ready for your first night experience of staying in campsite on or near frozen river in extreme cold conditions. It recommended that you carry pocket size personal warmers that can be keep in your jackets or sleeping bags. Any kind of heat / hot soups / Warm Food / Camp Fire is welcome. Fire wood is a treasured commodity here and comes at a cost.
For those who have been to Ladakh before may have come across sangam point; a place where Indus and Zanskar rivers meet.
We have to follow road going parallel to Zanskar river here.
Travel distance between Leh and Chilling is around 64 KM. We drive to the point where the vehicle can take us then start our Chadar trek.
First day trek is fairly easy "Tilat Campsite" can be reached in a hours time from the time you start the trek. This campsite is located near sangam of one of the tributaries of Zanskar and main Zanskar river.
Get ready for your first night experience of staying in campsite on or near frozen river in extreme cold conditions. It recommended that you carry pocket size personal warmers that can be keep in your jackets or sleeping bags. Any kind of heat / hot soups / Warm Food / Camp Fire is welcome. Fire wood is a treasured commodity here and comes at a cost.
Day 3 – Tilad Do to Gyalpo camp 3170m (9 Km, 6 hrs trek)
The days soon assume a familiar pattern.
Wake up time is around 7:00 am do your thing; breakfast with hot coffee or tea and you are almost ready for a day full of frozen adventure by 9:00 am.
Our trek guides go ahead with the trekkers, followed by our porter team. It is essential always to stay with our guides. This is the only trek in the world where you can expect the trail, to vanish beneath your feet. We can, encounter times when we have to wait while our guides may have to scout the best route. We prefer to stay on the river, and you will see locals take real risks to avoid rock climbing. For this reason you must have plenty of warm layers to throw on, and of course, spare socks. The ice conditions are too varied, but there are one or two things to bear in mind.
You will develop a sense of the safe and unsafe ice, and learn to catch yourself if you slip. Be sure to use your trekking poles if you want to sound the ice.
The ice conditions change quickly and what takes an hour at noon can take three hours. We do not rush; but we do not dawdle! If you hear Locals calling down the valley, particularly at the corners, don't worry; they are screaming to scare away the demons who lurk in the ice.
Food during day, packed food is not recommended during day on a trek like Chadar. As it can become frozen. So our cooks can quickly pack local favorite Maggi Mugi with vegetables, local soup thukpa etc. Drink plenty of warm liquid stew along with your food. Great for acclimatization and cold.
Carry you personal munchies (Dry Fruits to keep your immunity high "Walnut, Almonds, Raisins, Dehydrated Apricots, Cashew etc). Protein bars to replenish from daily endurance of treks, You can carry chocolate bars to replenish carbohydrates.) this will help to balance ones diet with the regular food had during the treks.
You will find yourself rapidly relaxing as you walk, enjoying the views; watching for wildlife. Look out particularly for snow leopard pugmarks, Ibex on the gorge walls, and few occasional birds flying and few even dive from ice into the river, turning over pebbles looking for edibles.
Today we will pass through what the porters call 'Chadar Gate'. A little surprise for the trekkers.
Day 4 – Gyalpo camp to Dib Cave 3225m (14 km, 8 hrs trek)
Today is full of surprises and fantastic landscapes, the river starts to curve and you can see the uphill slope of the ice as we ascend the river into Zanskar. We will pass incredible waterfalls on our left, normally frozen into aquamarine ice cliffs. The waterfalls were said to have come from a river given to local people who visited Tibet centuries ago to plead for water for their barren land. They were given a box which they were told they must open only on their return home. The curious Zanskaris were nearly home when one of them opened it; out jumped a tiny fish, and the river sprung from the ground high above here. Also today we will probably have to climb briefly above the river - on the sharp bends the speed of the current breaks up the ice.
Lunch will be on rocky beaches by the river, and camp is near one of the many caves that are blackened by centuries of use by the fires of locals. Our porters use these caves to cook and sleep in, and many of them are slowly being turned into small huts by Zanskaris. This is a popular campsite.
As a camping etiquette our teams' first jobs is to dig a toilet pit and clean up the rubbish left by groups. If there is no snow here the sand that blows around can contaminate your food. We have stringent hygiene rules for our kitchen, anti-bacterial hand wash always available. Use it!
Today is full of surprises and fantastic landscapes, the river starts to curve and you can see the uphill slope of the ice as we ascend the river into Zanskar. We will pass incredible waterfalls on our left, normally frozen into aquamarine ice cliffs. The waterfalls were said to have come from a river given to local people who visited Tibet centuries ago to plead for water for their barren land. They were given a box which they were told they must open only on their return home. The curious Zanskaris were nearly home when one of them opened it; out jumped a tiny fish, and the river sprung from the ground high above here. Also today we will probably have to climb briefly above the river - on the sharp bends the speed of the current breaks up the ice.
Lunch will be on rocky beaches by the river, and camp is near one of the many caves that are blackened by centuries of use by the fires of locals. Our porters use these caves to cook and sleep in, and many of them are slowly being turned into small huts by Zanskaris. This is a popular campsite.
As a camping etiquette our teams' first jobs is to dig a toilet pit and clean up the rubbish left by groups. If there is no snow here the sand that blows around can contaminate your food. We have stringent hygiene rules for our kitchen, anti-bacterial hand wash always available. Use it!
Day 5 – Dib cave to Naerak camp 3390m (10.5 km, 7 hrs trek)
Look forward to one more spectacular day. Crags seem to leap up from the frozen river surface, and ibex can usually be seen defying gravity far above. After lunch we pass the 'incense tree', so called because the locals use its branches to burn in their morning rituals, and the prayer flag draped tree marks the entrance to Zanskar proper. The porters will normally take a few twigs from the tree, then tear a small piece of prayer flag to wrap it in, and present it to you. Welcome to Zanskar!
An hour later we turn a corner, and there, high above the river, is the bridge that links Zanskar with Ladakh, and Neraks village with Lingshed Monastery - in summer. Then the valley gorge opens up, and we see the small huts that mark some of the summer grazing of the Neraks villagers. The village is far above. A trail is normally beaten through the snow to these huts, where we camp. And rum is possible.
Day 6 - Naerak to Tibb.
Today we start our return journey and go back towards the Tibb cave. And if you thought that it was just a matter of retracing your steps back to Chilling, you can think again. The Zanskar River reacts to the slightest change of temperature, and constantly keeps repackaging itself. The Chadar would have assumed a completely new form, and will it will almost be impossible to say whether you have been here before.
Today we start our return journey and go back towards the Tibb cave. And if you thought that it was just a matter of retracing your steps back to Chilling, you can think again. The Zanskar River reacts to the slightest change of temperature, and constantly keeps repackaging itself. The Chadar would have assumed a completely new form, and will it will almost be impossible to say whether you have been here before.
On the way, you can meet a lot of locals wearing their traditional woolen Gonchas – some of them monks who are hiking from the Lingshed Monastery to Leh, some of them young students accompanied by their parents returning to their schools in Leh after the winter vacation. Watching the locals negotiate the Chadar is a fascinating sight. They are suitably adept to the climate and seem very much at home in the sub-zero temperature and the biting cold winds. Nothing wipes the smiles off their faces and dampens the warmth of their spirit.
Day 7 - Tibb to Shingra Koma.
Day 8 - Shingra Koma to Chilling and drive to Leh.
Day 9 - Return from Leh.
Note:
Most of us are staying back one day extra and going back on Monday.. Its always good to come back after a trek into a local town and have just enough time to stretch your legs, celebrate and chill out. This will be optional day 10..
Camp Fee:
Advance Registration Fee: Rs.15,000/-
Final installment by December 10, 2014.
Camp Fee:
Rs.22,950/- for 9 Days Trip. (Fast getting full).
Rs.16,500/- for 5 Days Trip.
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- Local transport (Point to Point) as per planned program.
- 2 Nights at Leh; in Deluxe Rooms with Heaters
- Trip is full board (Standard Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at Leh Included)
- During Trek:
- Tents stay on Twin Sharing Basis with Good Camping Mats and Warm Sleeping Bags.
- Sleeping Bags meant for extreme cold conditions (One sleeping bag will be allotted in your name at beginning of the trek; you have to manage with the same sleeping bag)
- Hot Meals (Breakfast; Lunch, Evening Tea, and Dinner).
- during the noon break lunch will be mostly noodles or rice item.
- Hot Tea / Coffee / Soups will be available during most meals.
- Non Veg will be provided whenever possible.
- Our team will comprise of Experienced Trekkers; Special Local Trek Guides; Local Porters.
- Porters for your personal luggage (2 set Change Clothes will be carried by porters, carry dry bags to pack these and hand it porters with name tags.).
- All you balance luggage will be kept safely back at the hotel.
- One set of Cramp-ton will be provided to you at the beginning of the trek; the same has to be handed over by you towards end of the trek.
- Dry pit toilet tent will be available at the campsite.
- Camp fire at campsites during evening (Note: Fire wood is a luxury commodity and sometimes it might not be available and we will try to manage with whatever possible.)
- Other resources for the trek: Kitchen tent, Mess Tent, food, toilet tent, mattress, utensils, crampon, trek leader, local guide, cook, helper and, porters for the group equipment.
- Our porter carry the central equipment like sleeping bags (Each sleeping bags will also be tagged in name of each person the day one of the trek), cooking utensils, camping gear etc.
- Travel or accident insurance is not included.
- Flights to Leh is not included in the cost.
- Cost of any rooms Service or any other food not part of the package has to be borne by the customer.
- Porter cost to carry personal luggage Rs.250/- per day.
- If you need personal porter to carry your backpack so you have to pay extra per day per bag. Trek will be lead by our trek leader.
- If you are not able to complete the trek and would like to turn back; all expenses related to your un-scheduled return will be borne by you and settled in cash before your departure from Leh.
Rs.5000/- Cancellation fee if cancelled Between September 16 and October 31, 2014.
Rs. 6500/- If Cancelled between November 1st, 2014 and November 30, 2014.
40% of the Camp Fee if cancelled Between December 1st, 2014 and December 15, 2014.
50% of the camp Fee if cancelled between December 16th, 2014 and December 31, 2014.
75% of the camp Fee if cancelled between January 1, 2015 and January 10th, 2015.
No refund if cancelled after January 11th, 2015.
Note:
Un-Utilized resources will not be refunded.
Extra cost incurred due to change in plans; weather conditions; flight cancellations; act of god; natural or man made disasters / emergencies; or any other reason beyond control of organizer; the cost of the same will be borne by the customer.
Camp fee does not include any medical or travel insurance.
What kind of attire do I wear to endure the extreme Chadar Trek winter cold?
Always wear clothes in layers.
Layer 1 - Starting with inner thermals
Layer 2 - full sleeves t-shirt and track pants; Woolen Socks (One double woven woolen socks with one warm nylon or normal woolen socks inside). Carry enough spare socks and other undergarments.
Layer 3 - Woolen Sweater or Fleece Jacket.
Good thick Woolen Monkey Cap or Balaclava with woolen Muffler
Layer 4 - Wind Proof / Water Proof Jacket with a wind proof hood. (down jackets or Snow Jackets meant for extreme cold weather).
Two Pair of good snow gloves
Good Pair of Sun Glasses with Good UV Protection.
Those who are too sensitive to cold can also carry personal pocket size warmers. Available on most adventure sport gear shops.
Note: A Good Trekking shoe is mandatory and also carry Gum Boots.
Personal Hygiene
Bathing during the trek will be a luxury and too tough for most people to even think about. But its very important to maintain personal hygiene.
Here are few tips.
1) Always carry personal pocket size hand sanitizers.
2) Two or at-least pack of Candid Anti-Bacteria Powder.
3) Wet and Dry Moisturizing Wipes (One may need to warm these tissues every morning before use as they may be in frozen conditions).
4) Small Hand Towels ( Always handy for hot water sponging).
5) Mouth wash; Mouth freshers; Chewing Gums that helps in cleaning teeth besides Tooth Paste and Tooth Powder.
6) Moisturizing Cold Cream
7) Sun Screen (minimum 40 SPF)
8) Deo Sprays. Anti Bacteria sprays are also available
Secret to a good night sleep in freezing temperatures during Chadar trek?
Its very simple; have good sleeping bags and if you can get / purchase a bottle of hot water that you can slip inside your sleeping bag before you sleep. It keeps the sleeping bag warm enough for the night.
If you do not have a very good sleeping bag try to get two normal ones :)
Do not wear too many layers while sleeping if you have a good sleeping bag. Let your body free for the night so that it can replenish and be fresh for the next days trek.
FAQs for Chadar trek
1) Is it freezing Cold during the day time when are trekking?
As the day progresses the temperature is fairly bearable. especially once our body gets warmed up after trek.
2) Few of my friends who have done EBC trek asked me during winter season asked me how is this trek in comparison to EBC in terms of toughness and endurance.
If compared to EBC Winter Trek; this is a fairly easy in terms of endurance;
lesser altitude (so less altitude sickness problems as compared to EBC)
Distances covered in a day; climbs and descends is less compared to EBC
No of days covered are obviously less.
Biggest Challenges here are stay is in tents and extreme cold conditions (as most of the trek is over frozen river or snow).
Its a totally different type of trek as compared to EBC.
3) How fit should one be to do this trek?
Any one with good average fitness can do this trek.
Some basic preparation helps.
Go for few practice trek
Few Jogs and Walks with small backpack on your back (4 Days a week).
If a person is a physically on good shape he/she will enjoy this trek; else you may end-up enduring it.
Mental toughness and attitude is what one may require to face the cold conditions more than physical preparedness.
Checklist for Chadar Trek?
(Mandatory Items)
- Back pack (50 ltr -70ltr)- with comfortable shoulder straps, frame, and back pack cover (line the bag with polythene).
- Good trekking shoe that can take the conditions at Chadar + Gum Boots + Floaters
- Two pair of Wind and waterproof Track Pants (do not bring shorts, tight jeans, Capris)
- T-shirts - 2 full sleeve
- 1 Fleece T-shirt and; 1 Fleece jacket; a woolen sweater would be an alternative.
- 1 Wind proof down jacket.
- 1 Heavy/ Down/Feather jacket with hood.
- Thermal inner 2 to 3 Pair
- 4 pairs cotton shocks and 3 pairs woolen socks.
- 2 pair water proof snow gloves and 2 Pair woolen Gloves.
- 1 Liter water bottle. (Grade One Plastic Bottle).
- 2. Woolen cap/ Balaclava.
- Sun Cap or Hat
- Sun glasses – Dark with side cover, it should be U/V protected. (Mandatory)
- People who were spectacles-
- Avoid contact lenses, use photo chromatic glasses
- Head Torch with extra batteries.
- Sun protection cream and; Lip Balm / cold cream.
- Toilet kit/ toilet Paper.
- Quick dry Towel- It should be light / thin.
- Personal Medical Kit
- Walking Stick (Trekking Poles)
- Dry Bags (Minimum 1) with locking facility.
- 1 Duffle bag, this will be left behind at the hotel with all your belongings that you do not intent to carry for the trek.
Some additional nice to have items one any high altitude treks (will share soon).
Of all the treks in India, Chadar is one of the most expensive trek you will do.
Following reasons:
- You have only one option to reach Leh during winter, i.e. fly to and fro all other route are blocked due to extreme winter.
- Expensive labour, Porter rates are more than double in winter. You can imagine why.
- Rentals of all equipment and gear are very high during this season.
- All food has to be flown in so obviously is very expensive.
- Fuel since it is very limited is very expensive, it takes almost twice the amount of fuel to cook the food than in normal conditions.
- It is not advisable to have a very large group of trekkers on a single party.
Nature Knights: chadar trek 2014
August 31, 2013Nature Knights: chadar trek 2014:
Among the Top 10 Treks in the world and also the most unique...
The Chadar Trek includes 2 days in leh and 7 days trek in extreme cold conditions. It is a winter trek over a frozen river in Ladakh... Read on
CHADAR TREK 2014
DATE: Feb 8, 2014Among the Top 10 Treks in the world and also the most unique...
In one of the mightiest mountains in the world "Karakoram Range", where most peaks are covered by snow almost round the year flows the mighty Zanskar River fed by many glaciers. The white waters of Zanskar River is famous for its gushing rapids of white waters that are popular for extreme white water rafting sport.
Zanskar river in the heart of winter freezes to form a sheet of ice or blanket and is known more popularly among adventurers world wide as "Chaddar", A journey on this remote and exquisite landscapes gives trekkers a glimpse of the world unlike any other place in the world. Its one of the top ten treks in the world.
Zanskar frozen river route (Chadar Route) was traditionally was used as a trade for locals living in Zanskar Valley who came through this route to Leh for trading during harsh winters of Ladakh.
Zanskar river in the heart of winter freezes to form a sheet of ice or blanket and is known more popularly among adventurers world wide as "Chaddar", A journey on this remote and exquisite landscapes gives trekkers a glimpse of the world unlike any other place in the world. Its one of the top ten treks in the world.
Zanskar frozen river route (Chadar Route) was traditionally was used as a trade for locals living in Zanskar Valley who came through this route to Leh for trading during harsh winters of Ladakh.
EBC Trek 2013
February 23, 2012
EBC and Kalapathar Trek
EBC Budget Treks
Winter 2013 (September to December 2013)
Trek to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar
Trek to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar
Its not just a trek, its also about discovering good people, cultures, what spirit of adventure is all about..
IT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE..
Rediscover yourself..
IT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE..
Rediscover yourself..
Introduction
This classic walk through the Sherpa homeland of Solu-Khumbu is moderately-strenuous high altitude trek with a clear-cut goal - to see Everest. Much to their surprise, many people find the snout-like Everest out-ranked by peaks like Ama Dablam and the Lhotse wall. Khumbu is the best region in Nepal for close-up mountain views. This trip features 3 nights in Kathmandu and a 11-day lodge trek to the base of Everest. Gorak Shep is our highest camp from where we hike to Mount Everest Base Camp and climb Kala Pattar, the Black Rock (5 550 m) where we admire the huge South Col of Everest, the tongue of the Khumbu glacier and more than 15 spectacular Himalaya peaks. This is without doubt one of the best mountain viewpoints of the world!
Short Itinerary
Nov 23 - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Nov 24 - Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley
Nov 25 - Day 03: Flight to Lukla & Trek Phakding (2 600 m)
Nov 26 - Day 04: Trek Namche Bazaar (3 440 m)
Nov 27 - Day 05: Climb to Everest View Hotel (3860 m), Acclimatization trek
Nov 28 - Day 06: Trek Tengboche (3 860 m)
Nov 29 - Day 07: Trek Dingboche (4 410 m)
Nov 30 - Day 08: Rest day Dingboche (4 410 m) + Acclimatization trek
Dec 1 - Day 09: Trek Lobuche (4 930 m)
Dec 2 - Day 10: Trek Gorakshep (5 160 m) + Everest Base Camp
Dec 3 - Day 11: Trek Pheriche (4 215 m) + Kala Pathar
Dec 4 - Day 12: Trek Namche Bazaar (3 440 m)
Dec 5 - Day 13: Trek Lukla (2 850 m)
Dec 6 - Day 14: Fly to Kathmandu
Dec 7 - Day 15: Fly out Kathmandu
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Detail Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Kathmandu (Nov 23)
Pick-up at Tribhuvan International Airport, meeting with local expert / guide and transfer to the hotel. First impressions of Kathmandu (1 350 m) – walk to medieval Kathmandu Durbar Square and explore the beautiful complex of palaces, temples, shrines and courtyards built by the ancient Nepali kings between the 12th and 18th century. Evening visit Thamel - the vibrant tourist area with hotels, restaurants, bakeries and outdoor shops. We get to know each other over a welcome dinner, check formalities and equipment and discuss your itinerary.
Day 2 – Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley (Nov 24)
Today we discover the highlights of Katmandu and the valley. We adapt the programm to your interests and desires and what you have seen before. Usually, we go to Pasupatinath on the bank of the Bagmati River, where the most important Hindu temples and burning ghats of Nepal are situated. In Bouddhanath we circumambulate together with Tibetan and Nepali Buddhist pilgrims the whitewashed stupa. Our sightseeing usually ends in Patan, the city of Beauty, an astonishing center of fine art and Buddhist and Hindu culture.
Day 3 – Flight to Lukla and; Trek Phakding (Nov 25)
We drive to Tribhuvan Domestic Airport to connect our fly to take our flight to Everest region. After breakfast in Lukla (2 850 m) we start trekking through beautiful settlements to join soon the main trail in Churi Kharka. We follow the east bank of the Dudh Koshi- the River of Milk- where you witness the typical Nepal terrace culture, slate roofed houses and views on Kusum Kangaru (5 579 m). We reach Phakding (2 640 m) after 3 - 4 h gentle walking.
Day 4 – Trek Namche Bazaar (Nov 26)
Today we make a challenging hike to Namche Bazaar (3 440 m), situated at 6-7 hours walking from Phakding. We climb up along the west bank of the Dudh Kosi to the tiny village of Toktok. We get our first glimpse of Thamserku peak (6 608 m) and reach Benkar (2 710 m). The cliffs above the village are decorated with huge paintings of Buddhist deities. We cross the colorful suspension bridge and enter the Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo (2 840 m). After Jorsale we follow the river bank over gravel, climb through a pine forest and cross the Dudh Kosi by a big suspension bridge. Then we face a continuous zigzag ascent of 2 hours through dense pine forests. In the early evening we reach the vibrant center of Namche Bazar, on of the most attractive settlements of Solu-Khumbu district.
Day 5 – Day hike to Hotel Everest View Hotel (Nov 27)
Today we climb to Hotel Everest View in Khumjung village situated at 3700 m where we visit Khundi Hospital, the first hospital build in Khumbu Region by Sir Edmund Hillary and Himalayan Trust in 1966.
Day 6 – Trek Tengboche (Nov 28)
Trek to Tengboche (3 860 m), 5-6 hour long hike from Namche Bazaar. The first part of trail is a winding smooth path which offers fantastic views on Mount Everest (8 848 m), Thamserku (6 618 m), Ama Dablam (6 814 m). After the trail goes down to the riverbank and then we make a strenuous 2 hour ascend to Tengboche. We walk through rhododendron forests where musk deer and Himalayan ‘tahr’ or mountain goat live. At the rest place you can enjoy the views towards Kantega mountain (6 783 m). Tengboche, is famed for the Buddhist Tengboche Monastery (where you can attend the daily puja), Cafe Tengboche and the view point.
Day 7 – Trek Dingboche (Nov 29)
Trek to Dingboche (4 410 m), 6-7 hours walking from Tengboche. We descend through conifer and rhododendron forest to the beautiful settlement Deboche where you have a close view at Ama Dablam. We cross the suspension bridge and look over the surging white waters of Imja River. Soon after a snow white stupa with gorgeous all seeing eyes is mirroring the Ama Dablam, this is a marvelous place for a picture! Then the trail ascents gently to the village of Pangboche (3 860 m), where we climb above the treeline. After, the trail passes numerous farmer pastures with big yak populations before we reach Dingboche valley.
Day 8 – Rest day Dingboche (Nov 30)
Optional acclimatization trek (5-6 hours) to the remote village of Chhukung (4 730 m) and Chhukung Ri (top) located at 5 550 m. We have magnificent sights at Island Peak (6 189 m), Amphulapche (5 663 m), Baruntse Base Camp (5 400m) and the white ice lake of Imja Tsho.
Day 09 – Trek Lobuche (Dec 1)
After ascending 150 m up to the main road, we reach a viewpoint where we have outstanding sights at Tawachee (6 495 m) and Cholatse peak (6 440m). After our lunch camp in Dugla (4 620m) the trail goes directly up the gravely terminal moraine of the Khumbu glaciers for about one hour. The trail leads to a row of memorial monuments of lost climbers and sherpas. The trail then drops a little and follows the western side of the valley to Lobuche. After four to five hours hiking we reach the small settlement of Lobuche which is situated at 4 930 m. We sleep in a lodge at Gorakskhep, a semi-permanent village at the bottom of the Khumbu Icefall.
Day 10 – Trek Gorak Shep (Dec 2)
The ascent to Gorak Shep (5 160 m) becomes steeper and rougher as we cross several moraines. Soon we see the peak of Pumori (7 145m). We also have our first views at Nuptse (7 864 m), Kala Pathar (5 545 m) and Mount Everest. At the right side you look over the Khumbu Glacier, an enormous tongue of ice which marches down the slopes of Everest. We reach Gorak Shep by lunchtime and trek to Base Camp in the afternoon. In total we hike six-seven hours today.
Day 11 – Trek Pheriche (Dec 3)
Early morning we climb to Kala Pattar – the Black Rock - located at 5 545 m and marked by a tangle of prayer flags. At this viewpoint - one of the most astonishing views on earth- you have a 360 degree panorama of Himalayan giants from Pumori and Lobuche West to Nuptse, Lhotse and Everest. We return back to Gorak Shep via the view points of the ice lakes of Pumori and Everest.
After breakfast we return in 4 hours back to Pheriche located at 4 215 m.
Day 12 – Trek Namche Bazaar (Dec 4)
Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3 440 m). We descend approximately 5 hours.
Day 13 – Trek Lukla (Dec 5)
We start this 6 hours during trek with a strenuous descent from Namche Bazaar to the Dud Kosi (hard work for the knees), after the path climbs up to Monjo and then runs easily to Benkar, Phakding and Lukla.
Day 14 – Flight to Kathmandu (Dec 6)
After breakfast we fly in about 40 minutes from Lukla to Kathmandu. Arrive at Tribhuvan Airport and transfer to hotel.
Day 15 – Fly out Kathmandu (Dec 7)
Transfer to Tribhuvan Airport.
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TOTAL CAMP FEE:
Summary of inclusions
(Stay 3 Nights in Kathmandu; Food at Kathmandu Not Included, Lodge Trek EBC 11 Days with 3 Meals every day; Return Flight (Kathmandu to Lukhla and Back); Porter Support for One Bag upto 12 Kgs);
Guide for EBC Trek
One Porter for every two persons)
(Stay 3 Nights in Kathmandu; Food at Kathmandu Not Included, Lodge Trek EBC 11 Days with 3 Meals every day; Return Flight (Kathmandu to Lukhla and Back); Porter Support for One Bag upto 12 Kgs);
Guide for EBC Trek
One Porter for every two persons)
Other expenses that will be incurred during this trek that is not part of Camp Fee
Flight from home town or Delhi to Kathmandu
Cost of all meals at Kathmandu except welcome dinner has to be borne by participants. (avg cost per meal is approx (10$ to 15$ or 600 to 800 Nepali Rupees).
Tips to porters/guides etc (Budget approximate 2500 Nepali Rupees for tips).
Hot Water during treks (At high altitudes during trek a shower or a bucket hot water may cost 300 to 500 Nepali Rupees). Hot water shower at Kathmandu is part of the package.
Mobile / Camera power for Charging. 200 to 400 Nepali Rupees per hour. Better to carry spare cells or a recharger.
In-between snack (You can carry chocolates / protein biscuits / dry fruits from India with you, local item are very expensive along the trek route).
Travel and Rescue Insurance for a period of 12 Days during the trek (cost around $150+ approx per person, we can help you with this).
Sleeping Bags and Down Jackets on rental for (-20 degrees) (approximate cost 100 Nepali Rupees per day per item, you may have to budget for 12 days).
Good and proper trekking shoes are essential for this trek, if you do not have one and want to buy a chinese make its available for approximately 3500 to 5000 Nepali Rupees and this is good enough to last 4 to 5 Himalayan treks. A Good branded trekking shoes will cost any with 10000 to 15000 Nepali Rupees)
Also refer to the checklist of requirements for the trek to make a note of items you may need to purchase in case you do not have them.
Details of Inclusions during the itinerary in attachment includes:
In Kathmandu
Three nights in Deluxe Hotel at Kathmandu (without any breakfast)
* Welcome dinner at Nepali Chulo (Authentic Newari food and cultural dance party)
* Private bus transportation during in Kathmandu including all sightseeing and pick up and we drive to the Tribhuvan Domestic airport for the Everest region and International
* World Heritage entry fees in Kathmandu.
In Everest
Return ticket for Everest (Local Nepal):
* Accommodation and 3 times meals every day during trek (daily we discuss a few items for meals and give the tour leader of your company the decision for the meal of the group = one meal per person, bar bill not included). During the meals we provide coffee and tea. Organiser will provide water for purification after breakfast, lunch and dinner at the participants needs. Iodine is sold everywhere at cheap price in Thamel and Everest Region
* Assistance staffs. Trekking guide, two porters as well as their expenses * Entry fee for the Sagarmatha National Park, TIMS Card (Trekking Information Management System), domestic airport tax, all ground transportation and governmental taxes.)
* Accommodation and 3 times meals every day during trek (daily we discuss a few items for meals and give the tour leader of your company the decision for the meal of the group = one meal per person, bar bill not included). During the meals we provide coffee and tea. Organiser will provide water for purification after breakfast, lunch and dinner at the participants needs. Iodine is sold everywhere at cheap price in Thamel and Everest Region
* Assistance staffs. Trekking guide, two porters as well as their expenses * Entry fee for the Sagarmatha National Park, TIMS Card (Trekking Information Management System), domestic airport tax, all ground transportation and governmental taxes.)
In case of delay of flights due to weather conditions
In case of delay because of weather conditions Organiser is prepared to cover unusually for the members of Events the costs for one night lodging in Lukla and one night at Deluxe Hotel at Kathmandu. All further costs will be on personal charge of the travelers.
(Recommended) Insurance - For details of Insurance Click Here (Extra cost).
Details about Insurance and EVACUATION – NEPALI INSURANCE COMPANY
SEARCH AND RESCUE ENDORSEMENT
“EVACUATION” means providing the necessary means including air transport to search for and move an injured Insured person to the nearest suitable medical facility in Nepal.
In case of Claim: The HOSPITAL/NURSING HOME has to certify that the Rescue is necessary to save the life of the Insured.
INCOMING TOURISTS INSURANCE
UPTO 15 DAYS PERIOD (per person)
For Trekking
BENEFITS OF INSURANCE
Personal Accident(Maximum Sum Insured) | US$ 25,000 |
Medical (Due to Accident only. Any hospital/nursing home within the kingdom of Nepal.) | US$10,000 |
Evacuation (within the Republic of Nepal) | US$10,000 Maximum. |
· 16 yrs through 60 yrs
· No Provision above 60 yrs
To get more details insurance policy for EBC visit website - www..necoins.com.np
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Our offer doesn’t include:
Personal expenses like laundry, communication, shopping, and meals in Kathmandu except welcome dinner.
Tips for Guides and Porters or staffs
International Flights
International Flights
Difficulty Trek and Trip Format
Nepal is like not home. It is exotic, it is wonderful, but it is also different. Great elevation changes, differences in customs and language, menu variations, lodge limitations, and the many other mysteries and wonders of travel in Nepal are all conditions you must be physically and mentally prepared for. The itinerary may change. You may meet unknown hardships as well as unexpected pleasures. Come with an open mind and positive spirit.
For those of you new to trekking, you have a wonderful experience in store. Trekking is walking, generally on good trails, usually up and down (sometimes 900 m a day), carrying only a day pack, through magnificent scenery. The day starts early, and often the bulk of the day's kilometers are covered in morning hours. The shorter afternoon hike brings you to the site of the lodge to be used that night.
This trip is designed so that an average hiker will require 5-6 hours of hiking per day to reach the evening’s camp. In general this is a moderate trek, but remember that trails are often steep in Nepal and at 3 000 m any hiking can seem strenuous. On some days altitude gains and looses of up to 900 m can be expected. Strengthen your knee muscles and prepare for several days of steep descents of anywhere up to 900 m. should anyone have altitude problems during this trek, it will be possible to drop down till Namche.
A program of cardiovascular conditioning such as running, swimming, biking or aerobics is essential, but try to supplement your exercise with hiking on steep hills or running up and down steps. The more you can condition by closely simulating the activities of trekking, the better off you will be. While the trip is rated as moderate overall, several days will be strenuous, and good conditioning is essential to your enjoyment of the trek.
Personal gear will be carried by porters. Porters can carry two members' duffel bags. Since their load is 25 kg, this means that your duffel cannot exceed twelve kilos. We stay in locally owned lodges and will receive an insight into family living. All the guest houses have toilets and cold showers. Some of the guesthouses have hot showers available and every lodge is equipped with solar power systems for lightning. The main common room has a heater, nice in the cold nights.
Remember that, the latitude of Nepal is between 26˚ and 30˚N so it will warm at the lower elevations (short and T-shirt) while nights will be cool. Day temperatures will be between 10˚C and 15˚C at the lower elevations and between 5˚C and 10˚C at our highest elevations during spring and fall trips (till to -15 ˚C in winter). Temperatures at night will be cool being mostly between 0˚ C and - 5 C except for winter trek where temperatures till - 20˚C may occur at night. In December though you will enjoy clear skies and less crowded hiking trails. If you dress warm it’s a wonderful time to come to Khumbu region. During fall trips the weather is generally sunny, although an occasional storm could occur. Spring sees more clouds in the afternoon and the possibility of occasional thunder storms.
This is not a tour where everything can be planned in advance to run like clockwork. You probably won't experience exactly what is written in the daily itinerary. Often adjustment must be made in the field. We want you to participate in the trip with the clear understanding that things can go wrong. Adventure travel does involve certain risks both emotional and physical. One has to be flexible when travelling in Nepal and have a cheerful attitude.
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