To the Northwest of Nepal lies the fascinating country of the legendry Sherpas. In this land of mountains, Pumori stands aloof and proud as if aware of its intense effect on the valley below. From the smaller summit belonging to Kalapattar to the sparking slopes of Pumori there appears to be a path that leads to the very sky. Pumori, this incredible pyramid of snow and rocks, is indeed the pride of the Solo Khumbu.
Pumori is generally considered to be technically challenging and requires climbers to be experienced as well as in faultless physical condition. For one such climber this mountain could become the most rewarding challenger in the Himalaya.
Our trek kicks off at Lukla. For the actual climb we will use the classical route which was first opened by a German -Swiss team. We climb the enormous south-east slope till the junction with the north-east ridge. This route requires the least amount of technically: but is exposed to objective dangers: an avalanche prone section and a section exposed to seracfall. The Base Camp is at an altitude of 3500m while the advanced camp is established at an altitude of 5900m.
Day 01: Arrival & Transfer to Hotel in the afternoon sightseeing around Thamel(Tourist Area) & Walking tour to Kathmandu Durbar Squire.
Day 02: Full Day Sightseeing by private coach to around Kathmandu & Patan Durbar
Day 03: Kathmandu to Lukla Phakding (2,600m) - Fly to Lukla.
Day 04: Phading to Namche Bazar (3,440m)
Day 05 Namche Bazar (Rest Day )- A day to acclimatize.
Day 06 Namche Bazar to Tengboche (3,860m)
Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche (4300m)
Day 08: Dingboche - Rest day for acclimatization (Day tirp to Chukung Valley)
Day 09: Dingboche to Luboche (4,900m)
Day 10: Lobuce to Everest Base Camp to Gorakshep (5,300m)
Day 11 -24: Climbing period of Pumori
Day 25: Gorekshep to Kalapattar to Lobuche (5,600m)
Day 26: Lobuche to Pongboche
Day 27: Ponagboche to Mong
Day 28: Mong - Monjo
Day 29: Monjo - Lukla
Day 30: Lukla to Kathmandu by air & rest day
Day 31: Sightseeing in Bhatapur & Chagunarayan (or White water rafting for half day)
Day 32: Tour ends
Day 01: Arrival & Transfer to Hotel in the afternoon sightseeing around Thamel(Tourist Area) & Walking tour to Kathmandu Durbar Squire.
Day 02: Full Day Sightseeing by private coach to around Kathmandu & Patan Durbar
Day 03: Kathmandu to Lukla Phakding (2,600m) - Fly to Lukla.
Here we organise our loads with porters and Sherpas then set off t o Phakding for our first nights on the trail. Approx 1 hour flight; Lukla – Phakding: 3 hrs trek
FLIGHT KATHMANDU – LUKLA
Provided the weather is clear, the views on the flight are stunning. As you leave the airport you have superb views of the Langtang and Jugal rangers that surround the Kathmandu Basin. You then fly over Rolwaling Himal with striking views of Gauraisankar and Menlungtse before reaching the Everest region and the airport at Lukla.
LUKLA – PHAKDING
The trail starts from Lukla with a gentle climb up the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Kosi (river). In the distance you may be able to see Nupla (5,885m), rising above the ridge. The path continues up and down along the side of the river before arriving at Phakding.
Day 04: Phading to Namche Bazar (3,440m)
We follow the Dudh Kosi river passing villages interspersed with magnificent forests of rhododendron, magnolia trees and giant firs to Namche Bazar, the main settlement of the Sherpa area. Phakding – Namche Bazar: 6hrs trek
PHAKDING – NAMCHE BAZAAR
Continuing from Phakding you get your first view of Thamserku (6,623m), which looms above you on the opposite side of the river. The path climbs up a terraced hillside passing through small villages and rhododendrons forest and across a number of small streams. There are many ascents and descents but the final hike up to Namche Bazaar is quite hard going with a steep path that zig zags up the hill. However, it is all worthwhile as you finally reach the top of the ridge and there are superb views of Everest (8,848m) and Lhotse (8,516m). A final short walk through pine forest takes you to Namche Bazaar, the centre of the Everest Trekking region. In the town there is an interesting Sherpa Traditional Museum from where there are fabulous views of Thamserku (6,623m), Amadablan (6,812m), Island Peak (6,160m), Lhotse (8,516m) and the top of Everest (8,848m).
Day 05 Namche Bazar (Rest Day )- A day to acclimatize.
We take a steep hike up to Songbuche and then to Everest Panaroma viewpoint (3900 m) from where we will be have great views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse,Island Peak Amadablamm Kangde ga, and Thamserku. We also visit Kunde hospital that was erected by Sir Edmund Hilary. Namche – Songbuche – Namche: 6 hrs trek
Day 06 Namche Bazar to Tengboche (3,860m)
From Namche we trek to Khumjung at the foot of sacred Khumbila peak (5,761m). Khumjung Gompa possesses what is said to be the skull of a yeti ! Continue to Phunki and Tyangboche for one of the most magnificent views in the world. Namche – Tyangboche: 5hrs trek
NAMCHE BAZAAR – TENGBOCHE
There are two routes to Tyangboche and we take the left fork via Khumjung at the foot of Khumbila Peak (5,761m). Khumjung Gompa possesses what is said to be the skull of a yeti. From Khumbila we descend through forest to the village of Trashinga and then down to the Dudh Khosi which can be heard thundering through the valley. After crossing the river it is a long steep climb to Tyangboche. As you reach the top, the incline gradually eases off and you finally pass through a stone gate, built by lamas, which marks the entrance to Tyangboche. In front of you is one of the most impressive views anywhere in the Himalayas, an awe inspiring panorama of Himalayan giants: Kwangde, Tawache, Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Amadablam, Kategna and Thamserku. Find yourself a seat and settle down to watch the sun set over Everest !
Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche (4300m)
Cross the Imja Khola and Continue through terraced fields and rolling pastures Where yaks graze to Pangboche (3,860m). Our day ends in Dingboche.
Day 08: Dingboche - Rest day for acclimatization (Day tirp to Chukung Valley)
Day 09: Dingboche to Luboche (4,900m)
The trail climbs through a grass carpeted valley to Khumbu Glacier and reaches Dughla. We continue to Lobuche. Pheriche – Lobuche: 5hrs trek
Day 10: Lobuce to Everest Base Camp to Gorakshep (5,300m)
An exciting day as we head towards our final destination. After lunch we will leave our bags in gorakshep and walking towards to everest base camp at the afternoon we will return back to gorakshep.
Day 11 -24: Climbing period of Pumori
Day 25: Gorekshep to Kalapattar to Lobuche (5,600m)
Early in the morning we will climb to the Kalapattar for sunrise tour. In a clear day there are magnificent views of Everest range including close views of mountain Everest. Then walking down hills towards to lubuche.
Day 26: Lobuche to Pongboche
Walking through with forest and high dry sandy stone path to pongboche.
Day 27: Ponagboche to Mong
We will continue to walking down hill through forest & River. After crossing suspension bridge we will start to climb up hill through forest to the edge of mong.
Day 28: Mong - Monjo
Trail continue down hill via namche bazaar
Day 29: Monjo - Lukla
Walking through side of river and forest to reach to Lukla. Where we spent a nights.
Day 30: Lukla to Kathmandu by air & rest day
Day 31: Sightseeing in Bhatapur & Chagunarayan (or White water rafting for half day)
Day 32: Tour ends
What’s Included
- Airport Pickup and Drop
- All the ground Transportation by bus
- 4 nights hotel in Kathmandu.
- Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley
- All the meal during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Expedition Permit, Trek Permit & National Park fee
- Complete camping equipment for trekking & base camp,
- 1 High Altitude Sherpa every 4 members 1 North Face Tent per member for Base
- Camp 2 base camp staff (1 Kitchen Boy & 1 cook), ]1 Government Liaison Officer
- Above mention staffs daily wages, equipment allowance & Insurance,
- 15 porters (30Kg) upto Base Camp per member including food & equipment
- 10 porters (30Kg) return from Base Camp per member including food & equipment
- Cargo fees : Ktm-Lukla-Ktm
- Domestic Airfare (Kathmandu. Lukla, Lukla Kathmandu. US$190 per person and domestic airport tax )
What’s not Included
- Personal bar bill, travel insurance/International airfare.
- Items of personal expenses such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, tips etc.
- Nepal entry visa fee US$ 30 (duration 60 days from date of issue)- Available at Royal Nepalese Embassies and Royal Nepalese Consulates abroad or on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu
- All the entrance fee of temple in Kathmandu.
