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• Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu from your home country. Meet and greet by our representative, then transfer by private vehicle to your hotel. After check-in, you'll be handed a welcome drink and our representative will brief you about the programme, hand you other general information, and you can collect all necessary documents and permits. Overnight in hotel.
• Day 2: After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to airport 1½ hours before your flight time. The flight takes you over a range of snow-capped peaks from Langtang all the way to Mount Everest,  Makalu, and Mount  Kanchenjunga. Upon arrival, you'll meet your trekking crew (guide, sherpa, porters) at Tumlingtar Airport, and you'll head off to Num by local vehicle.  The first day's trail leads you to the serene forest of rhododendron, oaks, and hemlocks, as we climb to the top of the ridge.  From there it is downhill for two hours to the overnight camp at Num, which is a small village with about fifteen houses and a primary school. Overnight in a tented camp on a full board basis. 45 min flight to Tumlingtar, 5 hr drive to Num
• Day 3: After breakfast at the lodge, we descend incredibly steep and terraced slopes towards the Arun River, nearly 800m below. The lower slopes of this narrow valley are densely forested and the paths can be quite slippery, so we recommend sturdy walking boots. After reaching the bottom, cross the suspension bridge across Arun River and climb back out of the rainforest, reaching our lunch stop at Runruma. Another steep climb takes us to the small village of Seduwa. On the way, we'll enter Makalu National Park and register our permits. Overnight in a tented camp on full board basis. ​Approximately 5 hrs walking
• Day 4: After breakfast, we have an easy and pleasant walk to Tashi Gaon which takes you to rural farm villages, on the gradual trail through fields and terraces. As we approach Tashi Gaon, it is an uphill climb for an hour through the millet and rice fields. It takes about 4/5 hrs to reach Tashi Gaon. Overnight in tented camp on a full board basis. ​Approx 4/5 hrs walking
• Day 5: After breakfast, we begin our walk to reach today’s destination point.  The trail leads towards the Khongma La, the last stop before crossing the Shipton La, then drops down into the supper sections of the remote Barun Valley. You'll walk through beautiful rhododendron and oak forests, before reaching pastures with traces of temporary shepherd huts. From here, onwards to Kahuma ridge is a strenuous uphill climb. Check in at basic local lodge, and relax with the scenic views of mountains surrounding you. Overnight in tented camp on full board basis. Approx 4/5 hrs walking
• Day 6: After breakfast at the lodge, we gradually climb uphill towards the Shipton La (4220m), which  takes a few hours. Upon reaching Kalo Pokhari Pass over Kele Lake (4152m) it's on to the beautiful valley of Dobate (Dobato). Overnight in tented camp on a full board basis. Approx 5/6 hrs walking
• Day 7: Early breakfast, before a gentle walk towards rhododendron forests leading on to the Barun Valley - one of the least explored areas in the eastern Himalayan region of Nepal. This landscape boasts many species of flowering plants, birds, and mammals, including the endangered clouded leopard, red panda, and musk deer.  As we reach the lush alpine area of Barun Valley, the walk is very pleasant with gradual uphill slopes, following the Barun River upstream on the valley gorge towards Yangri Kharka. Overnight in tented camp on a full board basis. Approx 6/7 hrs walking
• Day 8: After breakfast, we continue our trek following the Barun River upstream on the valley gorge towards Nehe-Kharka, one of the summer pastures for the local folks of Tashi and Navagaun. Onwards we'll cross the wooden bridge on the Barun River and walk across the boulders, where a large prayer wall at Ramara awaits. After 2-3 hours of walking, the vegetation gets sparse until we reach Yak Kharka. Overnight in tented camp on full a board basis.
• Day 9: After breakfast, we'll trek towards Sherson (4650m) which is known as the lower base camp of Makalu. There are number of stone enclosures at this high grazing ground with outstanding views of host of peaks, including the upper part of Makalu south face, Mount Baruntse (7,220m) and Sherson. From Sherton, we continue our walk to Makalu Base camp, which takes 3-4 hours.  Upon reaching Barun Glacier, stop for photos at its glacial pond, known as Barun Pokhari. Then, after a climb on the moraine ridge, you'll be met by more spectacular views of Mt. Makalu, and of the usual hidden east sides of Lhotse and Everest, which loom above Barun Glacier to the north west. Overnight in tented camp on a full board basis. Approx 5/6 hrs walking
• Day 10: Get your camera and trekking kit ready for a day's excursion to Makalu West Ridge, before getting back to the camp. Overnight in tented camp on a full board basis.
• Day 11: After breakfast, we return to Yangle Kharka (3610m) by descending about 1260m. Overnight in tented camp on a full board basis. Approx 6/7 hrs walking
• Day 12: After an early breakfast, we retrace our trek back to Khong La, which takes about 7/8 hours in total. Overnight in tented camp on a full board basis. Approx 7/8 hrs walking
• Day 13: After another early breakfast, it's on to Dobate. Check-in at the lodge upon arrival, and put your feet up before dinner.  Approx 5/6 hrs walking
• Day 14: After breakfast, we trek on to Seduwa following the same path back as the one we previously took. Overnight in tented camp on a full board basis. Approx 7 hrs walking
• Day 15: Today, we have a short walk downhill through the farm fields to Num Village. After lunch, we'll drive on to Tumlingtar. Overnight in tented camp on a full board basis. Approx 4 hrs walking
• Day 16: After an early morning breakfast, we take a local vehicle to Tumlingtar Airport (about 4/5 hrs) and then an onwards flight to Kathmandu. There, you leave your trekking crew and say your goodbyes. Upon arrival in Kathmandu Airport, we'll transfer you to your hotel.  
• Day 17: Prepare for a full day of sightseeing and souvenir shopping! Visit the local markets, and popular sites of Kathmandu - Pashupatinath (crematory temple), the Boudhhanath Stupa, and Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a complex of palaces, courtyards, and temples that used to be the seat of the ancient Malla Kings of Kathmandu. An intriguing piece here is the 17th century stone inscription set in to the wall of the palace with writing in fifteen different languages.  There are also three museums inside  the palace building.  Other highlights include Machchhendranath Temple, Akash Temple, the Temple of Kumari (Kumari Ghar), Kasthamandap, and Jaishi Dewal. Back to your hotel for the evening to put your feet up.  At 7 p. m. , we will escort you to a local restaurant for a goodbye dinner with our local Nepali staff.
• Day 18: Your trip reaches its end! According to your flight schedule, we’ll transfer you to the international airport 3 hours before your flight time. We hope you've had an incredible trip.

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel ( No Meals)

Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1345meters), you will be met by our airport representative and transferred to hotel, evening free and your first overnight at hotel in Kathmandu at 3 star Standard Hotel.

Day 02: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m) and Trek to Phakding (2610m) -4 hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After having early breakfast at hotel in Kathmandu, we will drive you to Kathmandu airport and take an early morning 35 minutes scenic flight to the small mountain airport Lukla, after reaching at Lukla, our trekking guide will introduce with the porters, then start trekking following then mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi river, it is easy trekking and takes about 3-4 and to reach at Phakding, overnight at lodge.

Day 03: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440 m.) - 6 Hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After having breakfast at lodge, we start our trek and the trekking follows the Dudh Koshi river and crossing it few times and enter to the park in Jorsale where we will stop for lunch and again we continue the trekking, after few hours walking, Namche Bazar will appears ahead as wetravel along the path surrounded by pines, pass the plateau where the Saturday bazaar is held and enter the village, the Namche Bazar (3440m) is surrounded on three sides by mountain ranges and opens out only where it faces the Duch koshi, The village is a central hub of the area and food, Sundrie and even mountain climbing equipment may be purchased here, overnight at Lodge.

Day 04: Rest day at Namche Bazaar (3440 m) for acclimatization

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

The Namche Bazaar is tucked away between two ridges amidst the giant peaks of the Khumbu and has an abundance of lodges, tea shops and souvenir shops as well as a magnificent outlook; It is an ideal place to spend a rest day for acclimatization to the high altitude before heading off towards Everest base camp and for the acclimatization, we walk up to Khumjung village through Everest view hotel in Syangbuche and you will see the beautiful view of the Himalayas including Mt.Everest , the Khumjung is densely populated by Sherpa community and there is an old monastery as well so, we will visit that as well and then return to Namche overnight at Lodge.

Day 05: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3867 m.) - 5 Hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After having breakfast at lodge, we start our trek with the ridge trail and flat level mountain path that offers excellent panoramas of Thamserku, Kantega, and Kusum Kangrib, after walking few hours on flat Zigzags; we descend to the river and arrive at Phunki Tenga, then climb through Rhododendron forest to the Tengbuche monastery, check into the lodge and you will have time to visit around and to the Monastery as well if you are interested and overnight at lodge.

Day 06: Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4260 m.)- 5 Hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After having breakfast at lodge, we start our trekking with descending through Rhododendron forest to the Imja Khola and cross exciting suspension bridge on it and walk passing by a long Mani stone wall to enter the village of Pangboche, our route continues through summer pastures to Dingboche village; check in to the lodge and overnight at Lodge.

Day 07: Rest day at Dingboche (4260 m.) for acclimatization

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today in Dingbuche is the remarkable acclimatization day and there are some breathtaking views of the North face of Ama Dablam and the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge as we explore this beautiful valley that leads up to Island Peak, The walk is short with a good chance to relax in the afternoon and we can do some side day trips around for the acclimatization and overnight at lodge.

Day 08: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4930 m.)- 5 Hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After having breakfast at lodge, we start our trek and the trek leads us north for up to 50-minutes until we come to a mani-prayer Stupa then The trail is gentle looking down to Pheriche village below, today's walk offers views of the Mt. Tawache, Ama Dablam and to the north-Pokalde (5741m), Kongma-tse (5820m) and the great wall of Nuptse, after two hours of walking, the trail from Pheriche joins near Dugla (4595m) before a small wooden bridge over the river of Khumbu glacier then continue for an hour up a steep hill to the top, where there are views of Mt. Pumori and west of Everest are waiting for us and after a short break, we continue trekking up to Lobuche, check in to the lodge and overnight at Lodge.

Day 09: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep (m.) 6-7 Hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After having breakfast at lodge, we start our trekking to Base camp; following the rocky moraine path, view icy glacial pond and icebergs down below of Khumbu glacier, after the last rocky moraine dunes, a short downhill walk brings us to Gorakshep, where we will stop for lunch and we leave all our stuff there at lodge as this is the last place where there are lodge available, then we start our Himalayan journey to the Everest Base camp - WOW!!! Congratulation!!! Your dream has come true now and you have successfully reached at the base camp of Everest then after visiting sometime in the Base Camp and surroundings, we return to Gorekshep for our overnight stay and overnight at Lodge.

Day 10: Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar (5545m.) and trek to Pheriche (4243m.)- 7 Hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Quite Early morning, we climb to Kala Patthar (5545m.) peak to enjoy the view of sunrise, and from Kala Patthar, we can have a panoramic view of Mt. Everest and many other mountain peaks like Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Mt. Khumbetse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku and many more, after seeing the sunrise over those Himalayas, we trek down to Gorekshep and have breakfast and start trekking down to Pheriche, it is easy trekking down, overnight at lodge.

Day 11: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters) - 6 hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After having breakfast at lodge, we start our trek and now, we are trekking back to Namche Bazaar, an easier descent trekking passing through rhododendron forest, Tengbuche is a small village with a famous monastery offering you the splendid view of Ama Dablam, green hills and river views where we stopped for lunch then we will trek back to Namche, overnight at Lodge.

Day 12: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2886 m.)- 6 Hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After having breakfast at lodge, we start our trek and today is the last day of our adventure Everest base camp trek and the trekking is pleasant, except for few short uphill climbs and then down to the Bhote-Koshi River crossing it few time and the last uphill climb of 45 minutes will bring us to Lukla, check in to the lodge, overnight at Lodge.

Day 13: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel

Meals: Breakfast

We will an early breakfast and walk to Lukla airport and take flight back to Kathmandu,  transfer to hotel in Kathmandu, your day is free and overnight at hotel.

Day 14: Transfer to international airport for your final flight departure

Meals: Breakfast

You will be transferred to the international airport for your final departure to your loving home. OUTFITTER NEPAL has taken pleasure in serving you all of these weeks; you counted on us & we didn’t let you down because we know how hard you’ve worked to enjoy this holiday. Meeting you was an immense pleasure & we do hope you will remember us down the years with memories of the time you’ve spent in this amazing country that’s Nepal. A safe BON VOYAGE home…takes care!!!.