Everest Circuit Trek
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We have two days in Kathmandu to experience one of Asia's most ticking cities before hopping on a flight to Lukla, the starting point of our trek. We follow the Dudh Kosi valley to Namche Bazaar and then trek into the Gokyo Valley. The trail ascends gradually and we enjoy a series of short trekking days, to ensure proper acclimatization, walking beside the moraines of the Ngozumpa glacier and turquoise lakes to reach our lodge in Gokyo. From here we can climb Gokyo Ri at 5360m to view all of the region's 8000m peaks including Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu which display a panorama that punctuates the breath. From Gokyo, we ascend and scramble across the Renjo La, dramatically back-dropped by the Everest ranges which are the highlights of our trek. We enter the Bhote Kosi valley and descend through yak grazing pastures to Thami and back to Lukla for our flight to Kathmandu.
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Ages 20-70, max of 15 per group
Duration: 22 days
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  • Entry/Admission - Khumjung
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What's not included
  • • Food (Kathmandu) - lunch and dinner, International flights from your home to home.
  • • Airport taxes, car, taxi or van, visa fees.
  • • Medical examination (if required) and vaccination costs.
  • All bar bills, laundry, telephone calls, hot shower in the mountain, mineral water, sweet deserts,
  • Delays beyond Nepal Nomad's control. Anything not specified in the Cost Includes section.

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  • Nepal Nomad Trekking, Bhagwati Marg, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Infants must sit on laps
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 65802P1

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Single Supplement: 200.00 USD single supplement is mandatory for single traveler booking and payable once you arrive in Nepal.
    • Domestic flight luggage allowance: 15 kg
    • Down jacket & sleeping bags can be hired (USD 30 for each item for the entire trek)
    • Prior to set off we host a Pre-Trip meeting here in Kathmandu office on the 2nd day of your itinerary which starts in the evening during and introduce your trek & Climb Leader. It is an opportunity for individuals to ask questions about your trek trip as well as introduce you to one another.
    • Requires a good level of fitness and experience of mountain climbing can beneficial. These tend to be longer treks and climb with some more difficult days, some of which may involve walking at increased altitudes and more difficult terrain. There may occasionally be a longer day when negotiating the more challenging sections such as a mountain pass or viewing peak. Altitude may range up to 5000 meters.
    • At 6.30 am your Sherpa knocks on your door with a cup of good morning tea. Then it's time to have breakfast, tight up your bag pack and head off for today's trekking hiking for the next three to four hours then stop for an hour at pleasant spot along the way for a well-prepared hot lunch. Afterward, walk another three hours or so, before you stop for the over night. The evening can be spent reading or chatting with your fellow climbing and trekking crew about the trip of the day. Pack of games can be an asset to these nights; your trekking & climbing crew love teaching various Nepali card games and learning new Western games. Eventually, it's time to bed for a well deserved night
    • Whilst in the mountain, accommodation options are limited so please do not expect the Ritz! Nepal Nomad use simple family run lodges, with a large sociable central dining area and a cozy chimney burning fire. Accommodations are on a twin share basis and we recommend you use your own sleeping bag. Lodges and tent in Island Peak climbing tend to have shared bathroom facilities and you may not always have access to a shower. Despite the lack of facilities, these lodges certainly have a rustic charm, most are blessed with spectacular views and being family run operations, they offer a great insight into the daily life of the Mountain people.
    • It is Nepal Nomad's booking terms & conditions of joining this type of tours with us that you must be fully insured with medical, emergency rescue evacuations including trip cancellation insurance which should cover over 3000m to 6000m.
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Itinerary designed to ensure there is plenty of times for adequate occurs as a result of acclimatization and cases of mountain sickness are rare. The common Symptoms are headaches, nausea, irregular breathing, insomnia and the swelling of fingers and glands. Treatment is to descend to a lower altitude as quickly as possible which normally results in rapid improvement and recovery.
    • Three meals on full board basis will be provided (Nepali, Sherpa, and Tibetan, Continental, Italian, Chinese and Indian cousins). Each day dinner and breakfast will be taken in the same lodge you spend over night but Lunch will be taken on your way to next village.
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Equipment List:
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • The following gives you a general idea of the trekking equipment and clothing needed for this trek. This is a porter-supported trek. Two clients share one porter. We will supply you a trek duffel bag where you keep your heavy items and this bag is carried by the porter. You will need to bring your own daypack to be carried by you. In the daypack, you can put money, important documents, water bottle/bladder, camera, toiletries, sunscreen, notebook, etc. The weight limit for Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flights is 15 kg or 33 pounds. This is combining both the duffel bag and the daypack. If you exceed this limit, you will have to pay an additional fee. When this happens, sometimes the airline sends your bag in later flights and this can be very problematic for many reasons. So, we recommend you to pack as carefully as you can and not exceed the weight limit. You can leave your non-trekking stuff at the locker facility in the Kathmandu hotel.
    • General:
    • 4-season sleeping bag (You can rent for $35 pp if you need it but has to be returned after the trek)
    • Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
    • Duffel bag
    • Daypack
    • Down jacket (Must have for mornings, nights and evenings, and for altitudes above 4,000 m; You can rent for $35 pp if you need one but has to be returned after the trek)
    • Upper Body - Head / Ears / Eyes
    • Sun hat
    • Wool or synthetic hat that cover the ears
    • Sunglasses with UV protection
    • Headlamp
    • Neck warmer
    • Hand
    • Liner gloves
    • Heavier shell gloves
    • Core Body
    • T-shirts (2)
    • Lightweight expedition thermal tops
    • Fleece jacket or pullover
    • Water/windproof shell jacket (Preferably breathable fabric)
    • Synthetic sports bras (for women)
    • Lower Body - Legs
    • Lightweight expedition thermal bottoms
    • Nylon hiking shorts
    • Soft shell and hard shell trekking pants
    • Water/windproof trousers
    • Casual pants
    • Feet
    • Liner socks
    • Heavyweight socks
    • Waterproof hiking/trekking boots
    • Light shoes/sneakers
    • Gaiters (For monsoon and winter)
    • Medicines and First Aid Kits
    • Please note our guide will carry the first-aid kit bag during the trek. However we still recommend you to bring your personalized first-aid kit as well.
    • Extra Strength Excedrin for altitude related headaches
    • Ibuprofen for general aches and pains
    • Immodium or Pepto bismol capsules for upset stomach or diarrhea
    • Diamox (commonly prescribed as Acetazolamide) 125 or 250mg tablets for altitude sickness
    • Anti-infection ointments
    • Band-aids
    • Lip balm (At least SPF 20)
    • Sunscreen (SPF 40)
    • Miscellaneous, but Important:
    • Passport and extra passport photos (3 copies)
    • Airline tickets (Please make a copy and leave one at our office in KTM just in case if you need to change the date of yours)
    • Durable wallet/pouch for travel documents, money & passport
    • Water bottle/bladder
    • Water purification Iodine tablets
    • Toiletry kit (Be sure to include toilet paper stored in a plastic bag, hand wipes, and liquid hand sanitizer, towel, soap, etc.)
    • Optional
    • Adjustable trekking poles
    • Favorite snack foods (No more than 2 pounds)
    • Paperback books, cards, mp3 player
    • Binoculars
    • Cameras (Memory cards, chargers and also batteries)
    • Pee bottle for men and pee funnel for woman
    • This list is only a guide pattern. While you are required to bring everything on this list, there are numerous options, brands, and versions of each piece of equipment. Use your experience and the listed features to find the best gear for you. Some of the above equipment can be easily found in the stores in Kathmandu in a resonable prices.
    • Note: Tight fitting, figure-hugging clothing can be offensive to locals, especially to women. If you find these items comfortable as a base layer, please pack something to wear on top.
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 65802P1

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    Dec 2018 • Family
    This is my second trip with Nepal nomad and Sarba. I had done the EBC route alone 5 years back and did it again this time with my two teens.
    As always, Sarba ( the owner) is extremely conscientious . He was worried about our kids and how they would handle the cold. We received clear and relevant tips on what to do and what not to. Right from the time we booked to the time we returned home, he was always available by all means of communication, took care of things in advance for us and generally looked after our comfort as best as he could given the weather.
    Since we had booked a private tour, he customized it for us how we wanted it and was very flexible with the itinerary.
    He is extremely customer friendly, really caring and it’s a pleasure to do a trip with him.
    His rates are half of the western operators.

    All my future Nepal trips would be with Nepal nomad.
    Would really recommend this company to anyone thinking of going there.
    Written May 21, 2019
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    Dear Madhavi, Namaste!!! Thank you so much for sharing your great experience with to other traveller. We highly appreciate and thank you. Sharing our local knowledge is our passion with you in the future again and again. Sincerely Yours, Sarba for Nepal Nomad
    Written May 21, 2019
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