Kalapathar Trek

Trip ID: AE4868
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Trip Overview

One of the most rewarding treks for your adventure vacation in Nepal is the Everest Kalapathar trek. To give you the most dramatic introduction to Everest, it blends many topographies. The dreaded ice-fall to the Western Cwm, the dramatic vista of the Khumbu Glaciers, and, in the spring, the mountaineers’ training grounds are all highlights of the trek to Everest Base Camp. On the other hand, Kala Patthar provides a close-up view of Everest, Nuptse, the South Col, and a circular panorama of other peaks like Pumori. The magnificent spot to enjoy the best of the Khumbu region is the Everest Base Camp Kalapathar hiking route.
The precisely planned 16-day Kalapathar Everest vista Trek limits the daily altitude gain to reduce the likelihood of altitude sickness. You may learn more about the locals and their way of life by spending an acclimatization and rest day in the thriving village of Namche Bazaar. As we ascend, the communities gradually get smaller, the treeline turns into alpine sage, and the mountain itself can be seen clearly. After our second scheduled acclimatization break at Dingboche, we continue our ascent to the final settlement of Gorak Shep. The next day, a challenging climb to the Kalapathar follows a strenuous journey to Everest base camp.

Trip Highlight

  • Observe the sunrise from Kalapathar.
  • Views of the mountains from Everest Base Camp.
  • Visit Tyangboche Monastery, the largest in the Khumbu.
  • Step onto the Sherpa homeland in Namche Bazaar.

Outline Itinerary

  • Day 1 : Arrive in Kathmandu
  • Day 2 : Sightseeing in the Kathmandu Valley and trek preparation
  • Day 3 : Trek to Phakding
  • Day 4 : 10 kilometers and 6-7 hours
  • Day 5 : Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,280 ft)
  • Day 6 : Namche Bazaar
  • Day 7 : Phortse Village to Namche Bazaar (3,810m/12,450ft)
  • Day 8 : Dingboche to Phortse (4,360 m/14,300 ft)
  • Day 9 : Dingboche acclimatization day
  • Day 10 : Dingboche to Lobuche
  • Day 11 : Lobuche - Gorak Shep
  • Day 12 : It takes 8 to 10 hours to get from Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar (5,545 m/18,192 ft) and Pheriche (4,280 m/14,070 ft).
  • Day 13 : Pheriche to Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft): 8 kilometers and 5-8 hours.
  • Day 14 : Tengboche to Namche Bazaar (8 kilometers) (3,440 meters/11,280 feet)
  • Day 15 : Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,642m/8,668ft): 18 miles, 7-8 hours, and 5-6 hours
  • Day 16 : Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu (1,300 m/4,264 ft) in 35 minutes
  • Day 17 : Last Day of Travel

Detailed Itinerary

  • Day 1 : Arrive in Kathmandu
  • Day 2 : Sightseeing in the Kathmandu Valley and trek preparation
  • Day 3 : Trek to Phakding
  • Day 4 : 10 kilometers and 6-7 hours
  • Day 5 : Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,280 ft)
  • Day 6 : Namche Bazaar
  • Day 7 : Phortse Village to Namche Bazaar (3,810m/12,450ft)
  • Day 8 : Dingboche to Phortse (4,360 m/14,300 ft)
  • Day 9 : Dingboche acclimatization day
  • Day 10 : Dingboche to Lobuche
  • Day 11 : Lobuche - Gorak Shep
  • Day 12 : It takes 8 to 10 hours to get from Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar (5,545 m/18,192 ft) and Pheriche (4,280 m/14,070 ft).
  • Day 13 : Pheriche to Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft): 8 kilometers and 5-8 hours.
  • Day 14 : Tengboche to Namche Bazaar (8 kilometers) (3,440 meters/11,280 feet)
  • Day 15 : Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,642m/8,668ft): 18 miles, 7-8 hours, and 5-6 hours
  • Day 16 : Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu (1,300 m/4,264 ft) in 35 minutes
  • Day 17 : Last Day of Travel

Trip Cost Inclusion

  • The price includes airport pickup and drop-off, all-city star lodging with breakfast, tea house lodging, and full meals while on the walk.
  • Flight KTM-Lukla-KTM nonstop If required, private transportation
  • All entry fees, trekking permits, and the charge for the trekking information management system Complete Transportation
  • Preparatory sessions before and after arrival, a comprehensive medical pack, the required number of porters' certificates, and an English-speaking trekking guide are all required.

Trip Cost Exclusion

  • Visa fees airfare for travel abroad
  • excluded lodging and meals.
  • Cost of beverages and drinks.
  • Cost of insurance.
  • the tools for trekking.
  • Equipment or potter costs that are extra.
  • Personal costs, tips, and the cost of shopping