Itinerary Description
Grade:
Challenging
Location:
India
Maximum Altitude:
8848 mts
Duration:
60 Days
Introduction
This expedition holds a lot of appeal for those who crave to climb the height of 8000 meters and beyond. It is a double take at one go. The opportunity provided by the expedition to scale both the peaks is an altogether exceptional experience. This expedition is only for people who have extensive experience and expertise of scaling the peaks of such altitude earlier. Mt. Everest & Mt. Lhotse are the highest and the fourth highest peaks in the world respectively, and are part of the same range of mountain. Since the route is accessible via the Khumbu glacier, there is a fantastic possibility of an expedition to both the peaks.
Mt Everest - Lhotse combined expedition presents the opportunity of a life time. The unpredictable weather conditions combined with high altitude, severe weather conditions and avalanches present multiple and varied challenges. Very few people dare to do this expedition owing to the complexity of the trail. It is absolutely essential for the climbers to have the prior experience of scaling a 7000-meter peak or higher. Besides one needs to have good fitness of both the upper and lower body to tackle the difficulty of the expedition. No one dared to challenge their might until the last century when humans set foot on the top of these peak. From then on, the peaks have drawn number of expeditions to their exalted heights. The experience and expertise gained by humans over the decades have been instrumental in many climbers reaching the Everest summit.
The footfall on the Everest-Lhotse expedition has increased over the recent years. The Everest-Lhotse expedition attracts people from all over the world. Expedition packages have been custom designed as per the requirements of mountaineers from around the world. Nestled in Khumbu region of Nepal, the Mt Everest-Lhotse expedition is one of the three most popular expeditions in the entire region. It is a difficult to climb where ascents to the camp pass through complex terrain. The footfall is prominent on the Nepali side due to the ease of arranging and organizing resources and climber-friendly policies of the government.
Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu (1400m)
Day 2: Stay in Kathmandu
Day 3: Fly to Lukla, Trek to Phakding (2460m)
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
Day 5: Rest and Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar
Day 6: Trek to Dibuche (3820m)
Day 7: Trek to Dingboche (4410m)
Day 8: Trek to Lobuche (4900m)
Day 9: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5380m)
Day 10-13: Acclimatization at Everest Base Camp
Day 14-23: Climbing Period (Everest Summit - Lhotse Summit)
Day 24: Everest Base Camp
Day 55: Trek to Pheriche
Day 56: Trek to Namche
Day 57: Trek to Lukla
Day 58: Fly back to Kathmandu
Day 59: Free day in Kathmandu
Day 60: Final departure from Kathmandu
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu (1400m)
The trip will start with the arrival of the participants in the capital of Nepal, Kathmandu. Here you will check into your hotel for the day. You will be given a briefing about the procedures and practices to make you acquainted with the trip ahead.
Day 2
Day 2: Stay in Kathmandu
All your formalities for the trip will be completed during the course of your stay at Kathmandu. After the formalities you can enjoy your time and stay in the city by exploring the local markets or going out for sightseeing.
Day 3
Day 3: Fly to Lukla, Trek to Phakding (2460m)
From Kathmandu the participants will fly to Lukla. It is a half an hour flight which will take you through the scenic beauty of the Himalayas. From Lukla you will trek to Phakding. The permit formality will be completed at Lukla itself for the journey ahead.
Day 4
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
After the stay at Phakding, the participants will move to Namche Bazaar, which is the commercial hub of the region. The path to Namche bazaar will involve trekking through dense forest area. We will gain significant level of elevation as we move ahead. We will stay at Namche Bazaar for the night.
Day 5
Day 5: Rest and Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar
This day will mark the stay at Namche Bazaar itself for better acclimatization with the surroundings and climate. The participants can also visit the Sherpa museum and Everest photo gallery at Namche Bazaar.
Day 6
Day 6: Trek to Dibuche (3820m)
After the rest and acclimatization at Namche bazaar, the group will move ahead to Dibuche. You will pass through dense vegetation on the way. Besides you will witness sights of the scenic mountains and forests all along.
Day 7
Day 7: Trek to Dingboche (4410m)
From Dibuche to Dingboche, the entire route takes over 5-6 hours to cover. You will climb uphill to reach the village of lower Pangboche. You will cross the valley to reach Dingboche. Here you will have an acclimatization exercise to get better acquainted with the terrain and climate.
Day 8
Day 8: Trek to Lobuche (4900m)
You will trek the course with a climb to the ridge behind Pheriche. It is a walk of 6-7hrs to reach Lobuche which is the small habitat of the sherpas. It is the final village on the trail ahead of the expedition.
Day 9
Day 9: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5380m)
From Lobuche onwards the group will cross the Khumbu glacier to reach the Everest base camp. On the way, the group will enjoy the spectacular view of the majestic mountains of the region.
Day 10
Day 10-13: Acclimatization at Everest Base Camp
During the stay at the base camp, the group gets acclimatized with the high altitude so that it can adapt to even higher camps. The group also organizes and participates in the prayer ceremony before the summit as Mt. Everest or Mt. Chomolungma is considered the ?Mother Goddess of the World? as per the local Tibetan Language. The prayer is done to remain safe and as permission to climb on the holy mountain. Besides, the group also conduct some training that includes: ladder practice, walking on fixed lines, diagonal ascent and descent, traversing, duck walk, classical or flat-footing, handling oxygen cylinders, using an Ice axe, and crampons, using walkie talkie and following instructions while climbing and many more activities.
Day 11
Day 14-23: Climbing Period (Everest Summit - Lhotse Summit)
This entire time period is marked by the scaling of two of the highest peaks in the world. A dream of every mountaineer to scale these enormous and magnificent mountains to have the experience of the life time to cherish upon. From base camp the group will climb to Camp 1 at 5943m. Here the group will stay overnight and enjoy their meal. The next day, climb will be to Camp 2 at a height of 6400m. Here after a short stay the group will again return to Camp 1. From there the group will return to base camp and rest.
After the rest at base camp again the group will climb up to the Camp 2 and take rest. From Camp 2 to Camp 3 will be another climb and then the return to Camp 2. From there the group will further descend to base camp and finally to Namche Bazaar. At Namche bazaar the preparations for the final ascent will be made. The group will again climb to Base Camp, Camp 1, Camp 2 and Camp 3 at 7162m. From there the group will proceed to camp4 at 8000m. Camp 4 is the divergence point for the climbers of Everest and those of the Lhotse expeditions.
After the stay at Camp 4 the group will scale the Everest summit, climbing to the top of the world?s highest mountain at 8848m. Later the group will descend to Camp 4. The next ascent for the group will be to Lhotse summit at a height of 8513m. From there the group will descend to Camp 2 for overnight stay. From Camp 2 the group will make its way down to the base camp
Day 12
Day 24: Everest Base Camp
The group will descend down to the base camp and clean up the camp.
Day 13
Day 55: Trek to Pheriche
From the base camp the group will trek down to Pheriche while enjoying the sights along the way.
Day 14
Day 56: Trek to Namche
From Pheriche the group will scale down to Namche bazaar again.
Day 15
Day 57: Trek to Lukla
From Namche Bazaar the group will follow the same trek again moving through the dense forests, suspension bridges and mountains to reach Lukla.
Day 16
Day 58: Fly back to Kathmandu
From Lukla the group will take the flight back to Kathmandu.
Day 17
Day 59: Free day in Kathmandu
Before the departure from Kathmandu riding high over your expedition to the highest mountains in the world, you can unwind by exploring the city of Kathmandu.
Day 18
Day 60: Final departure from Kathmandu
Finally, you will bid farewell to the city of Kathmandu with the memories of a life time, having scaled two of the highest peaks in the world.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- ●4 nights accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu on sharing basis
- ●International and domestic airport pick up and drop off.
- ●Domestic flight Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu.
- ●All necessary transportation cost for the entire expedition crew for the overall expedition.
- ●Expedition royalty and necessary permit fee.
- ●Khumbu Icefall fee.
- ●Summit rope fixing charge.
- ●Fully paid government liaison officer.
- ●Accidental, Medical and Helicopter rescue insurance for the Nepal staff.
- ●Garbage management and disposal fee.
- ●1 Everest Sherpa guide with his equipment allowance, daily wages and caring bonus (at least one successful Everest summit).
- ●1 Lhotse Sherpa guide with his equipment allowance, daily wages and caring bonus (at least one successful Lhotse summit).
- ●Base Camp cook with the helpers with their equipment, allowances and daily wages.
- ●Porters upto the base camp and return from base camp (70 kg per member).
- ●Tent facility for dining, shower, toilet, communication along with tables, chairs, heater etc.
- ●Individual tent mattress and pillow for each member at base camp. 2 members per tent will be accommodated.
- ●High tent, shovel, rope, EPI gas, Gas burner (MSR rector), high food etc.
- ●Oxygen 4 liters, 6 bottles for each member and 4 bottles for climbing Sherpa.
- ●Summit mask and regulator set for each member and climbing Sherpa.
- ●In case of emergency sufficient oxygen cylinder and mask regulator available at base camp (chargeable as per use).
- ●In case of emergency rescue and replacement, extra climbing Sherpa is available on standby.
- ●Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and dinner) in continental, Nepalese, Chinese and Indian along with hot drinks, tea and coffee.
- ●Welcome and farewell dinner at Kathmandu.
- ●Electric generator and solar systems.
- ●Gas heating system in dining at base camp.
- ●Comfortable home mattress and company duffle bag.
- ●Mt Everest and Lhotse summit certificate.
- ●Assistance in obtaining the permit and other documentation.
- ●Walkie talkie for climbing communication.
- ●Satellite phone at base camp for emergency calls.
- ●Internet access Wi-Fi is available at base camp for all the climbers ($50/gigabyte).
- ●First Aid medical kit.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
- ●International flight tickets.
- ●Nepal entry visa fee (to be applied for 90 days).
- ●Bank/wire transfer fee if applicable.
- ●Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
- ●Personal travel and high-altitude insurance (Accident, medical and emergency
- ●Personal trekking and climbing gears.
- ●Phone calls, internet, battery recharge, laundry, alcoholic beverages, coffe
- ●Drone and special filming permit.
- ●Everest summit bonus for climbing Sherpa Rs. 120000.
- ●Lhotse summit bonus for climbing Sherpa Rs. 100000.
- ●Tips for base camp staffs.
- ●Any other service cost which is not included in the service.
Are you eligible for this adventure?
Annapurna Base Camp Trek takes you to a height of 4,130M and is rated a moderate level trek for its long trekking distances. For its elevation and distances, it is recommended for trekkers with some prior experience in the high-altitudes.
Grade
Challenging
Max Altitude
8848 mts
Distance
130 km
WIMRS Level Required
Terrain
Prerequisite Skills
Fitness Benchmark
WIMRS Level Required
WIMRS 10
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a level 4 adventure on the Bikat Rating Scale.
This makes it mandatory for you to have high-altitude experience of preferably multiple treks marked at level 3 on the WIMRS. The altitude, the terrain, and the nature of the climb demand a certain level of endurance and a need for you to be aware of how your body reacts to the various features of the high-altitude environment.
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Packing List
This is a list of essential items for individuals doing the trek with Bikat Adventures. This list contains only those items which the participants are required to bring with them. The list excludes those items which are provided by Bikat Adventures on the trek. We have divided the items into five categories. All the items in the list are essential except for those marked as optional.
🟩 Trekking Gear
- Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
- . Day Pack Bag - Recommended for treks with summit day
- Head Torch with spare Batteries. Qty -1
- U V protection sunglasses. Qty -1*
- Water Bottles: 2 bottles of 1 liter each*
🟩 Footwear
- Non-skid, deep treaded, high-ankle with water resistant trekking shoes Qty -1
- Pair of light weight Crocks/Sandals Qty -1
🟩 Clothing
- Quick Dry Warm lower or Track Pants. Qty – 2*
- Full sleeves T-shirts/ Sweatshirts. 1 for every 2 days of trekking
- Pair of thick woolen socks. 1 pair for every two days of trekking
- Thermal Body warmer Upper & Lower. Qty-1
- Undergarments. Qty - 1 for every day of trekking
- Warm jacket closed at wrist & neck .Qty-1
- Full sleeves sweater. Qty -1
- Rain wear (Poncho/ Jacket & Pants) . Qty-1
- Pair of waterproof, warm gloves. Qty-1
- Woolen cap. Qty-1
- Sun shielding Hat. Qty -1
🟩 Toiletries
- Personal toiletries kit (Small Towel, Toilet paper, paper soap, Bar soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, cold cream, etc.)
- Sun screen lotion small pack. Qty -1 (Minimum SPF 30)
- Lip Balm small pack. Qty-1
🟩 Miscellaneous
- Camera (Optional)
- Carry your medicines in plenty in case you have any specific ailment. Consult your doctor before joining the trek.
- Dry fruits, Nuts, Chocolate bars (Optional)
Here are a couple of tutorials on What & How to pack your rucksack for your upcoming trek from our experts:
Note-
- *For long trek please carry one spare sunglass
- *In winter trek please try to carry one hot water bottle
- * For long and winter trek to carry warm pent one pair
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why Wanderin Man?
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Safety
- ●Small Group Size in the ratio of 6:1 (participant to leader)
- ●No compromise on safety and sustainability promise
- ●Experienced and Certified Mountaineering Professional Leaders
- ●Region Mapped with Emergency Evacuation Plan
- ●Certified Standard Equipment by UIAA (International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation certification) & other Similar Bodies
- ●Minimized Risk Management Standard Operating Procedure are applied for every Trek and tour
- ●Certified First Aid Support and Doctors* with constant availability of Safety Equipments like Medical Kit, Rescue Kit
- ●Constant communication is aided with the help of Communication Devices
- ●Certified and registered Transporter for transportation purpose
Expertise
- ●Founders of the company have extensive experience of 15 years having organized 8k+ peak expeditions.
- ●Under the umbrella of Wanderin’ Man Adventures 15+ adventure activities Programs have been organized
- ●Founders have mountaineering certifications from the esteemed mountaineering institutes of India.
- ●Team is composed of experienced mountaineers and trek leaders with thorough understanding of norms and procedures.
Trust
- ●Trust has been the hallmark of our company since its inception be it any program on the list.
- ●Special emphasis is laid on the use of standard procedures and equipments as per the mountaineering norms
- ●95% of our clients have availed our service on repeat basis.
- ●Our business has expanded primarily based on the “word of mouth” from our existing clients to new ones
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Cancellation Policy
Cash Refund (All events including Friendship Peak Expedition except other Mountaineering Expeditions) - Cash refunds are only available for bookings made without any discounts, such as promotional codes or dynamic discounts. Additionally, cash refunds are not available for shifted batch bookings or if the booking status is "Booked". The amount of the refund will be determined based on the following guidelines:
Cancellations made up to 45 days before the departure date
Cancellations made up to 31 days before the departure date
Cancellations made between 30 and 21 days before the departure date
Cancellations made between 20 and 11 days before the departure date
Cancellations made less than 11 days before the departure date are not eligible for a cash refund.
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