Bhandar To EBC - A Slow Trek

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Duration27 Days

Trip Grade Moderate

Max Height 5365m

Start From Kathmandu

End From Kathmandu

Group Size Min. 1 Person

Transportation Private 4WD/Plane

Detail About Bhandar To EBC - A Slow Trek

In 1953, Sir Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay were the first people to ever successfully climb to the top of Mount Everest . This classic trek we offer from Bhandar to Everest Base Camp (EBC) takes you on the same journey these two fine men ventured on back then, stopping at EBC. To add ease to this challenge, we have broken it into segments manageable for those of you who are hiking fit and have an interest in enjoying the sites, speaking to the locals and perhaps taking photos along the way.

Our first day to get to the starting point of the trek includes a rugged 10 hour drive in a private vehicle to bring us into Bhandar. The hikes range from approximately 4 – 6 hours each day, allowing lots of time to venture out and explore the many villages.

Acclimatization is always a concern when hiking to this type of altitude. This particular hike allows you the opportunity for your body to adjust comfortably to the changes necessary to make a successful summit.

Take time to check this hike off your bucket list as you engage in the beauty Mount Everest has to offer.

Trip Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu (Pick up and transfer to the hotel)

Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley (4 world heritage sights)

Day 03: Drive to Bhandar - Travel east from Kathmandu towards the Everest Region by vehicle - traveling towards Bhandar

Day 04: Bhandar to Kenja - walk slow and easy – stay overnight there

Day 05: Kenja to Sete - 4 hours – all uphill very steep

Day 06: Sete to Goyam - 3 hours – traveling really slow – beautiful views

Day 07: Goyem to Junbesi - cross over Lamjura Pass (at 3500 meters), trail goes down steeply at pass and then levels out. Easy walk from there to Junbesi

Day 08: Rest day in Junbesi - walk around the village, visit gompa and do your loudary.

Day 09: Junbesi to Ringmu - 2 hours comfortable walk to Phuteng -Can see Mount Everest for the first time; 2 hours from Phuteng to Ringmu – last 30 minutes is steep

Day 10: Ringmu to Nunthala - (2700 meters at Ringmu) – Ringmu to Taksindu La Pass 1 hour (3071 meters at Taksindu La Pass); Taksindu La Pass to Nunthala 3 hours downhill

Day 11: Nunthala to Karikhola - Nunthala to Jubing 2 ½ hours; Jubing to to Karikhola 1 ½ hours – last 30 minutes very steep (2070 meters at Karikhola)

Day 12: Karikhola to Paiyan - Easy downhill 45 minutes to suspension bridge; from bridge to Bupsa – uphill 1 hour steady climbing; Bupsa to (Khari La Pass 2860 meters) Paiyan 2 hours – still climbing – steep parts and then gradual downhill – just under 6 hours total today incl breaks

Day 13: Puiyan to Chaurikharka - 3 hours to village of Surke – good trail, but last 1 and ½ hours is downhill; Look at Khumbu Valley and Dudh Koshi River then walk to Village of Chaurikharka – stay at Tourist Lodge and Restaurant – beautiful spot

Day 14: Chaurikharka to Monjo - 5 hours total – a little up, down and flat – nice walk – go through Village of Phakding (2 ½ hours incl several stops to rest); Monjo (2855 meters)

Day 15: Monjo to Namche - pay fees here at park entrance; a little steep till you reach cable bridges; walk to Jorsalle – last village before you go up to Namche – level along river and then few climbs. Pass along Dudh Koshi River; steep climb over to bridge and then to Namche – 2 hours from Monjo to top of bridge; From suspension bridge to Namche about 1 hour – not as tough uphill as people say. Half way point from here you can see Mount Everest; Get permit here at ourskirts of Namche at police check point to get final permit; stay at Moonlight Lodge & Restaurant at Namche Bazaar (3443 meters); beautiful views from here – you can see Mount Everest as well as Mount Lhotse to the right of it

Day 16: Rest day in Namche - Walk around the village and go to Everest View point for sunset view.

Day 17: Namche to Tengboche - clear view of Mount Everest from here; hike 2 ½ hours steep downhill to bridge, then steep uphill for a 2 hours – total 4 ½ hours walking slowly – last 1 ½ hours uphill is really steep – slow and steady! Tengboche Monastery is famous. Can see sunset of Mount Everest from here

Day 18: Tengboche to Dingboche - 5 ½ hours walk through different villages on Lower Trail (incl lunch)

Day 19: Rest Day in Dingboche - do acclimatizing climb here.

Day 20: Dingboche to Lobuche - 5 ½ hours (incl ½ hour lunch break ) – steep then levels off – hike along ridge till you get to Thukla; See Mount Everest Memorial Site in Thukla; Trek alongside Khumbu Glacier; Alpine Home & Restaurant (4940 meters) – can see Everest Base Camp from here; Hike over ridge to get to Lobuche; do acclimatization climb later in day in Lobuche area

Day 21: Lobuche to Gorakshep to EBC - Lobuche Pass (5110 meters) – 1 hour from Lobuche Pass to Gorakshep; Khumbu Glacier in view – may get snow at this elevation; Leave Gorakshep in afternoon to get to EBC – roughly 2 hour hike – leave packs in Gorakshep when you hike to EBC – hard to breath here (5364 meters/17598 feet at Everest Base Camp), 2 hours to return to Gorakshep

Day 22: Gorakshep to Pheriche - 2 ½ hours to reach Lobuche - wind blows lots here; 6 hours to reach Pheriche

Day 23: Pheriche to Namche - pass by prayer wall

Day 24: Namche to Lukla - 8 hours - stopping in Phakding - incl stop for lunch – trail is really good

Day 25: Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu - free afternoon.

Day 26: Free day in Kathmandu (Extra day incase of flight cancelation)

Day 27: Final departure to international airport of Kathmandu.

An elevated point of 5416m. You will be mountain climbing in the main on well established trails. Come and join a Great adventure trip.

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Cost Includes

Pick up and drop off from and to International airport.
4 nights hotel in Kathmandu on B/B plan. (Note: if solo, we will provide single private room in Kathmandu)
Permits and paper works.
One English Speaking government Licensed Guide (insured, experienced, salary, food and accommodation)
One porter for each two people. (Note: If there is only one client on the trek, we will provide either guide or guide/porter.
Accommodation in tea houses twin sharing (Private room/ Shared bathroom).
3 Meals a day – breakfast, lunch, dinner during the trek (Anything from the menu)
Fresh fruits every evening.
Transportation by jeep to Bhandar (private jeep)
Flight ticket (Lukla – Kathmandu)
Sightseeing tour car A/C, driver and culture guide.
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu after the trek.
All taxes and Company service charges.

Cost Excludes

Bar and beverage bills, Tea, Coffee, wifi, bottled water, desserts, hot shower, Battery charge. Personal expenses, personal clothes, personal insurance for health and evacuation and Tipping for guide and porters.
Entrance fees for sightseeing points.

Note: You are advised to have one or two extra days after the trek because the flight to and from Lukla is uncertain due to the weather.