Nepal > Everest > Everest Kalapathar Trekking

This unique trail leads to the home of the legendary Sherpa people, on the foothill of the highest peak of the world, the Mt. Everest at 8848m. This 13 days trek follows the highly praised trekking route through the Dudh Koshi River to the Everest Base Camp. The excellent trek give the benefit to summit of Kalapathar peak (5545m) offering a spectacular panoramic view of Mount Everest, Nuptse, Pumori, Lhotse and others. During traveling through Khumbu Glacier, Gorak Shep, one is rewarded with some of the most dramatic landscapes. The trek can be treated as one of the adventurous trek in the Himalayas as it follows the route via Tengboche Monastery. This unique trek gives more opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking view of Everest including several other similar peaks and to explore the Buddhists monasteries located at the world's highest elevation.

 

Facts of the Trip

Tour Region: Everest Region.
Best season: February, March, April may and September, October, November, December
Transportation: By domestic air.
Accommodation: 3 nights - hotel in Kathmandu, 14 nights - Guest house (lodge) in everest region.
Grade: Strenuous
Trekking style: Tea House  or Camping
Maximun Altitude: 5545m (Kalapathar)
Culture: Sherpa Culture
Attraction: Mount Everest, Khumbu Ice fall, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche Monastery,  Friendly People, Sherpa Culture, Khumbu Valley
Himalayan sights: Mount Everest, Mount Amadablam, Mount Lhotse, Mount Nuptse, Mount Pumori, Island Peak, Lobuche Peak and many more.
Daily Walking Hours : 4 to 6 hours
Trekking Duration : 13 Days