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Everest Gokyo RI Trek is one of the popular treks in the Everest Region. This trek takes you to the highest peak Gokyo RI (5,357m) of Khumbu Region and Gokyo Lakes. Gokyo lakes are located in Khumjung village in north-eastern Nepal at the head of the Dudh Koshi River.
Everest Gokyo RI Trek is one of the popular treks in the Everest Region. This trek takes you to the highest peak Gokyo RI (5,357m) of Khumbu Region and Gokyo Lakes. Gokyo lakes are located in Khumjung village in north-eastern Nepal at the head of the Dudh Koshi River.
Gokyo RI trek is an amazing and adventurous trek that can be alternative to famous Everest Base Camp chasing the lesser hustle trail. Gokyo RI 5000 m is the main highlight of the trek which provides breathtaking views of grand Mt. Everest (8848 m) with other peaks such as Lhotse (8516 m), Makalu (8463 M) and Cho Oyu (8201 M) with 27 snow capped mountains of the Khumbu Glacier. We can also enjoy the beautiful Gokyo valley, Tibetan culture and lush valley through the trek. Gokyo RI trek also offers to observe peaceful turquoise lakes. Gokyo Cho, also called Dudh Pokhari, is the main lake and Thonak Cho is the largest lake. The trek is challenging and adventurous so the physical fitness of the trekkers is most important.
The Everest Gokyo RI trek starts with a short and scenic flight to Lukla. At Lukla you will meet the rest of the team members (porters and assistant guides) and start the trek. The trek goes through several Sherpa villages, forests, hanging suspension bridges, rivers, meadows and pastures lands. You can catch up wonderful views of the snow capped mountains, rivers, valleys, lakes and glaciers during this Everest Gokyo RI Trek. Since, the Everest Base Camp trek route is crowded during the peak tourist seasons, this Everest Gokyo Ri trek can be a better option for the trekkers who want to skip the crowd and spend quality of time in Everest Region peacefully. Everest Gokyo RI trek offers a great trekking experience to adventure seeking trekkers.
An actual Adventure representative will meet you at the arrival gate of International Airport and take you to your hotel. Today you will meet your trekking guide and be concise about your daily activities. At evening you will enjoy a welcome dinner organized by our company.
As we finish our breakfast early morning, we will attend domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla which is the entrance of our trek. We can reach tensing Hillary Airport within 35 min enjoying the magnificent green landscape and White Mountains. This is the most wonderful air route in the world terminating in a spectacular hillside surrounded by high mountains.
As we reach Lukla, we will meet our group member and we will finish our packing and arrangement to start our trek via the wealthy Lukla village to Phakding. Today to adapt the atmosphere there, we will have short trek. Nevertheless, if you are interested for additional trip then we go to a nearby Monastery. We will spend our night at hotel in Phakding.
After breakfast we will start our walk in the morning. Today the trek is enjoyable with few short ascend and descend with several crosses over Dhud Koshi River and fabulous scene of Mt. Thamserku (6623/21729 ft) via Benkar village. We will reach at Monjo, gate way of Sagarmatha National Park crossing many bridges on the way where our trekking permit will be checked to keep record of trekkers and local trekking staffs. Regular down walk take us to the last village of Namche Bazaar that is Jorsale. We will arrive at Hillary suspension bridge on walking through the river bed. We will walk ascend now, towards Namche bazaar and enjoy the glorious and closer vista of Kwangde Pea, we can be mesmerize by Kusum Kangaru, Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Tawache and many other peaks. We will get pleasure of this panorama by sitting in Chautara. We will spend our night at colorful village of Namche Bazaar which is the entrance of Khumbu region.
Today we will stay at Namche Bazaar for adaption with atmosphere. Health specialist suggested staying energetic and moving throughout the rest day so we will either hike to Thame or trip to Khunde or lighten up and explore Namche Bazaar itself. Namche Bazaar is the center of Khumbu region and is full of facilities such as ATMs, internet café, shops, restaurant, bakery and a colorful market every Friday and Saturday evening. We can also find Government office there. The few upright walk for a day will help us for proper acclimatization.
We will be taken to the tourist visitor center near the headquarter of Sagarmatha National Park where we will observe a collection of things narrated to the previous Everest climbers, Sherpa culture and also we get an opportunity to find out the various plan and animal life of the Khumbu region. We will also visit an interesting visit to Khumjung. Then we will ascend further to the popular airfield at Syangboche. Snowy peaks of Kongde and Thamserku surround the beautiful valley, Khumjung. We will also walk to Hillary school which is located at same site. We return to Namche Bazaar after having lunch and spend our night there.
First of all we will finish our breakfast then we will move steeply out of Namche Bazaar to Kyangjuma village where we can be pleasure by the stunning panorama of Thamserku, Katenga and Ama Dablam. The most laborious climb of the day will be to cross the Mong la, a very pleasant location on the edge of Mt. Khumbila. We will have lunch and take rest at the top of Mong La enjoying the gorgeous and grand scene of surrounding snow capped Mountains and valleys. The abundance of the flora and fauna together with wildflowers and Rhododendron will be the most marvelous aspect of our trail today. It will be usual to mark wild lives such as Pheasants, mountain goats and vague musk deer. Passing through forests, some waterfalls and bridges then we will reach at a small place with few teahouses, Dole and stay there overnight.
At first, we ascend gradually via picturesque crest over Dole and we will rise up to Lhabarma (4220 m) to Luza (4360m). This trek offers us superior views of Cho oyo, Kantega and Thamseku. We have to walk through many summer arrangements and an attractive village of Luza. As we climb up from Luza we can observe the Dudh Koshi valley, deep like a gorge with its absolute sides. We will reach Machherma, trekking along the hill side over roaring Dudh Koshi and passing via some small settlements and sandy urges. Marchherma is the last foremost hamlet on the way to Gokyo. We can enjoy the striking stream running down from the Kyajo Ri and Phari Lapche Mountains through the middle of the village before draining into the Dudh Koshi. We must pay our visit to Himalaya Rescue Hospital for speech regarding altitude sickness at Machherma. It is very important because its preventative measure and primary cure.
Today we will enjoy the tremendous scene of both down the valley and the Mt. Kangtega, Thamserku and Northern part of Cho-Oyu (8153m) while climbing a ridge Chorten. After some gradual walk through a Chorten, we will reach to Pangka (4480m). We walk down to the River bank before starting to hike up to the mortal moraine of Ngozamba Glacier. It is a vertical hike on the moraine. As we cross an Iron Bridge above stream the trial levels out when it chases the valley cross the first Lake, Longpongo (4690 m). There we get an opportunity to scrutinize the Lama footprints on a stone. We will be awestruck by the sparkling turquoise blue sheet of water at the spectacle of the second lake, Taboche Tsho. Few minutes’ walk takes us to third lake, the two linked of rolling streams. Gyoko village lies by the third lake and Cho- Oyu Mountain as a background sets is a wonderful sight. After lunch, we will walk around the third lake, Dudh Pokhari. We will spend our night at teahouse in Gokyo.
Today we will have full day rest but we should not stay idle. If weather is excellent then we will grab a chance to climb Gokyo Ri today instead of next day to take pleasure of the excellent scene of Everest region. Or we can have another option to explore to six lake of Gokyo as this is very popular beside its grand view. So we will trek about 3 km north of Gokyo to watch fourth lake (Thonak Tsho) and fifth lake (Ngozuma Tsho). Stay at Gokyo village overnight.
Today early morning we will Gokyo Ri which is the highlight of the trip. Climbing Gokyo Ri is definitely challenging and laborious as takes about 4 hours gradual ascend to reach top. We will suppose to be surrounded by wonderful mountains like Kanguru, Thamserku, K 43, Kangtega, Taboche, Cholatse, Makalu, Lhotse, Nuptse, Everest, Changtse, and Pumori. It will be the most memorable trip for us. We descend from Gokyo taking breakfast to Thaknak. We will pass our night at Thaknak.
After having our breakfast at Gokyo we will trek back to Dole on the tenth day of Everest Gokyo RI trek. The trial descends along the Dudh Koshi River where we will pass by the first Gokyo Lakes enjoying the wonderful views of Cholatse and Taboche peaks along the way. We then climb a hill and after reaching the chorten at the edge we can catch up the beautiful views of Thamserku, Cho Oyu and Kangtega mountains. We will then pas by Machhermo, Luza and Lhafarma villages and reach Dole. Overnight at Dole.
On the 11th day of Everest Gokyo Ri Trek we will trek back to Namche after having an early morning breakfast at Dole. The trek starts with a steep descend towards Phortse Thanga. On our trial we can admire the wonderful views of wildflowers, booming rhododendrons and amazing waterfalls depending on the season of our trek. We can also get to see goats, musk deer, pheasant’s, e.t.c and admiring views of several peaks like Taboche, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kangtega mountains on our trek today. From an intersection of our trial and trial from Sanasa we walk to the trial that clings to a forested slope, winding through several bends we reach to a hill where there is Namche Army Camp. A few minutes trek from here will take us to Namche Bazaar. Overnight at Namche Bazaar.
Today we will have our last day on mountains. The trial today is mostly a downhill. The trek goes along the bank of the Dudh Koshi River. We will trek towards the Hillary Suspension bridges, and also pass by several monasteries and villages before reaching Lukla. After reaching Lukla we will take rest and spend some quality time remembering all those bittersweet reminiscence of the journey. Overnight at Lukla.
Today is our final day of Everest High passes trek. You will have our breakfast at Lukla and then fly back to Kathmandu. You will have the last few minute’s views of the mountains in our flight back to Kathmandu. After reaching Kathmandu the representative will drop you to the hotel and you can take some rest or do some shopping as reminder. You can take the guides if you need help. Overnight at Kathmandu.
We hope we had a wonderful time with us. We will bid a farewell to us and then our representatives will drop us to the airport for our final departure from Nepal. We wish to see we soon in near future.
Note: Since, this trek goes to an isolated area the company or anyone may not have been informed by the conditions of the region. Several unforeseeable conditions which are beyond anyone’s control like weather conditions, health condition of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. In such case the team leader has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to safety concerns. However, we will try our best to keep the above itinerary. The leader will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required. Please note that your safety is our primary concern and it is the duty of your trek leader to take care of your safety.
Visa in Nepal can be acquired on arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu and also at the border entry points in Kakadvitta, Birgunj, Bhairahawa, Nepalgunj, Gaddachowki border of Nepal - India and Kodari on Nepal-China border. Visa can also acquire at the nearest Nepal Embassy. For visa renewal purpose you can contact at Department of Immigration, Kalikasthan at Kathmandu. A valid passport and one passport -size photo with a light background is required. Visa can be obtained only through payment of cash in the following currency: Euro, Swiss Franc, Pound Sterling, US Dollar, Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Hong Kong Dollar, Singapore Dollar and Japanese Yen. Credit card, Indian currency and Nepali currency are not accepted as payment of visa fee.
Visa Facility Duration Fee
Multiple entry 15 days US$ 25 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 30 days US$ 40 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 90 days US$ 100 or equivalent convertible currency
Gratis (Free) Visa
For first visit in one visa year (January to December), gratis visa for 30 days is available only for nationals of South Asian countries like Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. However, the visa can be extended from the department of immigration with respective fares.
Indian nationals do not require visa to enter into Nepal.
Nepal Visa for Chinese Nationals
As per official circular of the Embassy of Nepal in Beijing, China, Chinese nationals applying for tourist visa to Nepal are being provided “gratis tourist visa” from Jan. 5, 2016, from following Nepali missions in the People’s Republic of China:
Embassy of Nepal, Beijing
Consulate General of Nepal, Lhasa
Consulate General of Nepal, Hong Kong
Honorary Consulate of Nepal, Shanghai
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Transportation, Flight and Arrival Information
We will send our representatives from Actual Adventure Pvt.Ltd at Tribhuvan International Airport a bit earlier than your arrival. As you land at Tribhuvan International Airport and complete your immigration process you will see our representatives holding a placard of your and company’s name. They will welcome you in a Nepali style offering some flowers and then transfer you to the hotel in our own private luxurious vehicle. You will meet rest of the team members in the hotel. The next day you will have your breakfast at the hotel or drive to the airport for your flight to Lukladepending upon the flight schedule. The costs includes Airport to Hotel pickup and drop for both domestic and international flights. You will meet the rest of the team members in Lukla and only guide will be going along with you from Kathmandu.
Accommodations
The accommodations during Kathmandu will be provided in standard 3 star hotels. However accommodations during the trek will be provided in Tea houses or lodges. All the accommodations will be provided on twin sharing basis. In Kathmandu you will get luxurious rooms with attached bathrooms and other luxury facilities. But, it might not be possible during the trek. You will be provided with clean and comfortable accommodations but in the mountain region there might not be facilities of attached bathrooms in the lodge or guest houses and also you may have to pay extra charges for hot water as well. We will try our best to provide you the best available services as far as possible. Single supplement rooms can also be provided on request but may not be available on higher altitude.
Meals
All meals during the trek will be provided by the company. The meals are provided three times a day that includes Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. The breakfast is provided at the same lodge/teahouse where you had your overnight stay; Lunch is provided on the way and dinner at the last stop of the day where you will have your overnight stay. Since, all the tea houses/ lodges are run by the local people they have the similar food items on the menu. The tea houses mostly serve the local Nepali dishes and also offer some common Indian and continental food items as well. You can choose your food as according to the menu. We advise you to give a try to local food items and treat your taste buds with new flavors. Since, most of the food items are made up of locally grown it is healthy and organic as well. The breakfast during Everest Base Camp Trek usually consists of toast, eggs, potatoes, and tea or coffee. Some tea houses offers instantly made chapattis or Porridge instead of toast. The lunch and dinner usually consists of typical Nepali food called Dal Bhat (cooked Lentils and Rice) including vegetables and pickles or you can also choose noodles, pastas, soups and other items. Since every food items are made by the local people you may not get that exact taste in the dishes other than local dishes.
Drinking water
Water is an essential part of your trek. You need to drink plenty of water during your. Most of the diseases during your trek are caused by drinking impure water. However it is not that the water in the mountain region is impure. It is natural and clean the people there consume it direct from the tap. But, since you are not used to you may get directly affected and consuming water direct from the tap might ruin your trek. Here are the tips for consuming water during Everest Base Camp Trek.
1. Mineral Water/ Bottled water.
Mineral water or Bottled water is available at most of the tea houses. The bottled water costs normally 1 Dollar per liter. If you find it in any tea houses it is better to carry an extra bottle because it may not be available anywhere during the trek.
2. Boiled Water
Drinking boiled water is probably the best method while trekking in the mountains. It is highly effective treatment for killing the bacteria from the water. You can boil the water in the tea house and carry it along with you during the trek. The tea hoses charges normally one to two dollars to boil the water.
3. Purified Water.
You can bring your own water purification tablets like Aquatabs®, Chlorine tablets, Bhromine Tablets along with you. It helps to save your budget as well.
4. Filtered Water.
You can also use filtered water as well during your Everest Base Camp Trek. This can be an alternate where boiling is not preferred and also there is not any availability of other purified water. The filters like hand pump are effective in removing protozoa, bacteria and chemicals/toxins from the water but may not be effective removing the viruses.
Leader & Staffs Arrangements with Porter Care
During this Classic Everest Base Camp trek you will fly to Lukla from Kathmandu only with your guide. Other team members like assistant guide and porters will join you from Lukla. We focus on giving employment opportunities to the local people as far as possible. We choose experienced field staff having good knowledge in their related field. We do have highly experienced team of porters and guides. Our field staff leaders are highly experienced and have undergone the trainings like. Intensive Wilderness First Aid, Trekking Guide Training, Eco Trekking Workshop and Adventure Meet, English Language, Conservation and Biodiversity, Rock climbing, Ice Climbing and Mountaineering (for expedition leaders).
Why do we use Porters?
Porters are the most helpful assistant for your Everest Base Camp Trek. They carry your luggage all the way through your trek. We use the local porters during Everest Base Camp Trek. It is a small effort from our side to provide them employment opportunity and help them maintain their living standard and look after their families. We provide one porter for each two members of a group and also provide personal porter on request with additional costs.
Why don’t we use Yak as Porters?
During your Everest Base Camp Trek you can also see several Yaks and Mules on your way used as porter. Actual Adventure Pvt.Ltd doesn’t use yaks and mules as porters during the trek because we respect animal rights and emphasis on giving employment opportunities to the local people.
Guide and Porter info
It is in the hand of guide and porter to actually make or break your trip. A good guide can give you a memorable trek of your life time whereas a bad can ruin your trek and make it the worst. Actual Adventure Pvt. Ltd has a team of highly experienced a passionate trekking guides, expedition leader, porters and tour guides. With their years of experience and dedication in their fields they have been providing our customers with remarkable service and excellent results. You can have the detailed information of our guides in the company’s Trip Management Team (Field Staff).
Equipment’s & Packing List
Proper equipment and packing is very necessary during the trek. No proper trekking gears can ruin your trekking experience. You will need following trekking gears and equipments for Classic Everest Base Camp Trek.
Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
Down vest and/or jacket (optional)
Fleece or wool trousers/pants
Trekking/Hiking boots with spare laces
Thick, warm wool hiking socks
Footwear for around camp, example, running shoes and/or sandals
Gaiters (optional)
Thermal tops
Fleece jacket or pullover
Wind cheater jacket (optional)
Waterproof shell jacket
Thermal gloves
Underwear
Shorts
Cotton trousers/pants
Thermal bottoms
Sun hat or scarf or Hat or light balaclava
T-shirts
Socks
Sunglasses with UV protection (opt to but this at your home country)
Sleeping bag rated to 0 degrees (3/4 season)
Head lamp, spare bulbs & batteries
Small padlock to lock trek bag
Plastic bags
Daypack (35-40 litres/2500-3000 cubic inches)
Camping mattress
Water bottles
Small wash towel
Footwear (see footwear section below for details)
Waterproof shell trousers/pants (preferably breathable fabric)
Toiletries
Basic first aid kit
Details packing list Download PDF
ON THE TRAIL DAYPACK
Extra layers, gloves, wind breaker and poncho
Sunscreen
Lip Balm with Sunscreen
Broad brimmed hat or bandana (for sun protection)
Iodine Water Tablets (personal preference)
Water Bottles or Camel Back
Sunglasses
Headlamp with extra batteries
Favorite Snacks
Waterproof bags to protect electronics or paperwork
Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
Umbrella (works great in a light rain or to protect from the sun)
Duct tape or moleskin for blisters
Toilet Paper
Trekking Poles (optional)
Thermos (optional for hot beverages)
● Moisture wicking long sleeve tee-shirts (2)
● Moisture wicking tee-shirts (1)
● Long underwear pants (2)
● Underwear (5 to 7)
● Heavy Fleece or Down Jacket
● Long sleeve shirts (2)
● Sweatshirt (optional)
● Fleece Pants
● Trekking Pants (2)
● Shorts (optional)
● Gortex or Waterproof Jacket with hood
● Rain Poncho that covers your day pack
● Waterproof Pants
● Wide brimmed hat
● Wool hat (Should cover ears)or Balaclava
● Lightwight Gloves
● Insulated Wool or Down Mittens
● Gaiters (optional)
● Hiking boots with ankle support
● Camp shoes or Tennis Shoes
● Plastic bag to carry spare shoes
● Hiking socks (10)
● Sock Liners (optional)
● Sleeping bag rated to -15° C/ 0° f
● Sleeping bag liner (optional)
● Sleeping bag stuff sack
● Duffel Bag for Carrying Your Gear (we provide this for the trek)
● Day Pack for Carrying what you need on the trail
● Small Lock(s) for duffel bag and day pack
● Waterproof cover for daypack
● Drybags in several sizes
● Stuff sacks for dirty clothes/shoes
Our team brings along a basic first aid kit but we recommend you also carry the following;
● Advil or Ibuprofen
● Diamox (for altitude sickness)
● Personal Prescriptions
● Medical Tape (for preventing treating blisters)
● Antibiotics (Cipro for travelers’ diarrhea)
● Diaper Rash Cream (Can treat rashes or chaffing)
● Basic toiletries (Soap, Deodorant…)
● Wet wipes
● Panty Liners and Tampons
● Face lotion
● Hair brush
● Hair ties
● Hand warmers
● Ear plugs for sleeping
PAPERWORK AND MONEY ON THE TRAIL
● Passport (needed at entry gate for registration)
● Spending Money
● One Passport Size Photo (Needed for trekking permit)
OTHER ITEMS
● Portable Solar Charger
● Journal, pen and paper
If you have not brought any of these equipments then you can also buy this in Kathmandu as well. If you need help our guides will help you to buy the trekking gears in Kathmandu. You can find the wide range of varieties while buying the trekking gears in Kathmandu. The qualities of the trekking gears are similar to that you get in your countries. You can also find medium quality gears at cheaper rates as well. You can find all types of trekking gears in Thamel which is the main street for backpackers and trekkers in Nepal.
You can also hire the equipments and trekking gears in Kathmandu as well. But we recommend you to bring your own equipments as far as possible. You will have a better experience in your own equipments’ rather that hiring the used equipments’. However, hiring trekking gears can be a great idea for backpackers and budgeted trekkers since hiring trekking gears can be a lot cheaper than buying. Have a look to the cost of hiking and trekking gears in Kathmandu.
Size & Temperature
Cost per items
Sleeping bag
10°C to -15°C
USD 1 per day rent
Down Jacket
5°C to -10°C
USD 1 per day rent
Hiking boots
Any size
USD 1 per day rent
Backpack
55ltr to 65ltr
USD 45-65 per bag
Daypack
25ltr-35ltr
USD 25-35 per bag
Hiking shorts
Any size
USD 20-25 per piece
Hiking pants
Any size
USD 25 - 30 per piece
Hiking shirts
Any size
USD 15 - 20 per piece
Thermal set
Any size
USD 10-15 per pair
Warm fleece upper wear and bottom
Any size
USD 20-25 per pear
Warm hat
Any size
USD 3-5 per piece
Trekking pole
Any size
USD 5 - 10 per pair
Wind-proof gloves
Any size
USD 5 - 10 per pair
Woolen hiking shocks
Any size
USD 2-4 per pair
Scarf
Any size
USD 2 - 5 per piece
Sun Glasses
Any size
USD 5 - 10 per piece
Head light
Any size
USD 15 - 20
Water Bottle
Any size
USD 3 - 7 per bottle
Extra Days in Nepal
We advise you to include some extra days other than your trek schedule. It is because the weather of Everest Region is unpredictable and the flights to Lukla often gets delayed or cancelled. Having extra days in your trek schedule helps you to not miss your international flights.
We suggest you to have some extra amount with you cash or credit card that will help you to cover the unforeseen circumstances. Here are some extra costs and an inclusion if in case happens.
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu due to any unforeseen cause like flight cancellation, weather conditions or any other should be paid by the trekkers themselves.
Nepal entry visa ($40 USD).
All the meals are included on the trek and only breakfast and welcome dinner in Kathmandu.
Tips for guides and porters.
We don't include drinking water on the trek which you can buy a number of places for between $1 and $3 a bottle (it gets more expensive towards base camp). A better solution is to buy water tablets in Kathmandu for around $2 and treat the water (your guide can help you find the good places to fill your water bottle).
The other things not included on the trek are like Wifi, charging batteries and hot showers. Wifi is available in some tea houses for $3 to $5 an hour. Hot Showers are also available in a few of the tea houses for between $4 and $6. Charging electronic devices is possible in the tea houses and charging costs between $1 and $3 an hour.
As a reputed travel agency in Nepal, Actual Adventure Pvt. Ltd is the one you can always count on when it comes to your safety and booking procedures. We make sure that your money is in the right hand and you can always trust us. Actual Adventure Pvt.Ltd has the following booking terms and conditions. If your booking is accepted by us then a contract is deemed to exist between you and The Actual Adventure Ltd. At this point we will send you a confirmation invoice showing the amount of deposit received and your final balance due. Now you can go ahead and book your international flights and obtain trekking and travel insurance.
While making your trip with us, you are requested to deposit at least 30% of the total amount prior to 30 days of your arrival and the remaining amount can be submitted in the office upon arrival.
To book a trip from Actual Adventure Pvt.Ltd you will need to follow certain processes which are mentioned below.
Step 1: Send us an inquiry using inquiry form, email or call us
Step 2: Discuss and fix the trek itinerary and price.
Step 3: Send us the deposit required to confirm the trip.
Step 4: Send us your Passport copies, Insurance copies, two passport sized photos and others (if necessary)
Step 5: Come to Nepal pay the remaining amount and start the trek.
Payment for Your Trip
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Thamel Branch, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Remaining payment can be made after your arrival.
If our clients fail to make their trip or want to cancel their program due to any unavoidable circumstances, the company will refund only 70% of the deposited amount. However if you inform prior to 30 days before the trek no cancelation charge will be taken.
Treks & tours booked and subsequently cancelled are subject to cancellation charges as follow:-
45 days prior:
No cancellation charge.
Within 30 days:
20%
Within 15 days:
30%
Within 7 days -48 hrs. before :
50%
Less than 48 hrs or no show :
100%
Useful Matter
Early Termination of a Trek.
Sometimes the trek ends before the scheduled itinerary due to several reasons regarding health or any other personal issues of the trekkers. If in case, early termination of the trek happens please note that we cannot offer refunds for unused days. It is because we have to pay the committed amount to our porters, guides and other team members.
The departure scheduled would be changed on any unavoidable circumstance like weather hazards, trail slides, soil erosion, avalanches, sudden sickness, etc. The program can be customized as per the interest of the clients.
NOTE:
During the trip, the unpredictable factors like, weather, local politics, transport and many more which are beyond our control can bring some change in the itinerary. In such case, if the alternation in the itinerary is necessary, then the trek leader will decide for the best alternative with the consent and interest of the whole group. If the change occurs we will do our best to minimize its effect; however the company cannot be responsible for the results of changes and delays.
No prior training and experience is required to do Everest Base Camp Trek. But, if you have trekking experience anywhere in the world then it can be an added point to your trek to Everest Base Camp. If you can walk up to 6-7 hours a day in an unfamiliar terrain then you can easily trek to Everest Base Camp. It is better if you start taking energy boosting diets and doing some physical exercise a month before the trek. All you need to have is strong willingness and ability to overcome the challenges.
Staying Healthy
Staying healthy and fit is very important when you are trekking to one of the most strenuous trekking destinations. You need to be very careful about your health and health related problems. Here are the following tips you can use to stay healthy during Everest Base Camp Trek.
· Eat proper and healthy diets.
· Avoid eating meat and meat products more often.
· Drink a lot of water.
· Don’t drink water direct from the resources or without purifying.
· Starting exercising a month prior to the trek.
· Take your regular medicines with you.
Take Care of your Feet.
Taking care of your feet is a must when you are going on a trek. Not taking proper care of your feet can ruin your trek. To take care proper care of your feet the following tips might be helpful.
Buy good quality comfortable shoes.
Clip Your Toenails
Apply Powders/Creams/Tapes
Wear the Right Socks
Wash your feet regularly.
Soak your feet for at least 10- 20 minutes at the end of the day.
Getting a Good Night Rest
As it is said ‘Early to bed, early to rise makes a man healthy and wise’, getting a proper goodnight sleep is very important for everyone. During the trek since your body gets tired after walking all day long a proper sleep is a must. You need to sleep for at least 7-8 hours. A good night sleep helps your body to take rest and recollect the energies that you’ve lost during your trek. For a better sleep we recommend you to carry a sleeping bag with you. The sleeping bag will be provided by the company or you can carry your own if you have. Sleeping Bag is necessary especially when you are trekking to Everest Base Camp because since only basic accommodations are available the blankets might not be enough for you.
Acclimatization is very important when you are trekking to an altitude of more than 3500m. Proper acclimatization helps to reduce the chances of Altitude Sickness. The itinerary is designed with proper acclimatization that will help your body to adopt the lower oxygen content in the air. Once you reached an altitude of 5000m the oxygen content in the air is less than 50% than that of the sea level. One of the main causes of altitude sickness is staying too long at high altitude without proper acclimatization. If in case you suffer from altitude sickness, the guides will notice the symptoms and then drop you to the lower altitude immediately. You have to inform to your guide if you notice any discomfort or symptoms of AMS. Major altitude sickness might need emergency helicopter rescue so make sure your travel insurance covers all the risk including helicopter rescue.
Note: If you suffer from altitude sickness in the mountain and still want to continue the trek then you can directly call to the office or ask you guide to call to office and make arrangements. In such case you may have to stay at the mountains for some extra days so we suggest you to have at least three extra days than your trek schedule. We charge $70 for extra days in the mountains. Since, there are several groups trekking from the company it is possible for you to join another group during peak seasons. However, it might not be possible during off season and you may have to pay extra charge for the porters and guide.
To know about the symptoms of Altitude sickness the following content might be helpful.
Know about Altitude
Hiking or trekking to high altitudes can result altitude sickness and sometimes can be severe as well. So, it is better to have proper acclimatization and stay hydrated and have proper balance diets while trekking to higher altitudes.
Symptoms of High Altitude sickness
The symptoms of altitude sickness depend upon various factors. These are the primary symptoms of Altitude sickness that can be cured immediately with certain precautions.
lack of appetite, nausea, or vomiting
exhaustion or weakness
dizziness and insomnia
pins and needles
feeling sleepy
general malaise
swelling of the hands, feet, and face
If the primary symptoms are left untreated it may result to a serious altitude sickness which may need emergency rescue. The following are the major symptoms of AMS.
fever
A constant headache that doesn’t respond to any painkillers.
increased vomiting
constant dry cough often with pinkish sputum
numbness and dizziness
gradual loss of consciousness
Physical Condition & Experience Requirements
No prior training and experience is required to do Everest Base Camp Trek. But, if you have trekking experience anywhere in the world then it can be an added point to your trek to Everest Base Camp. If you can walk up to 6-7 hours a day in an unfamiliar terrain then you can easily trek to Everest Base Camp. It is better if you start taking energy boosting diets and doing some physical exercise a month before the trek. All you need to have is strong willingness and ability to overcome the challenges.
Do and Do Not
Here are some of the things that you have to keep in mind while trekking to Everest Base Camp.
Do’s
Walk slowly
Drink purified or boiled water.
Eat healthy foods.
Get proper Acclimatization.
Respect local culture and people.
Bring your regular medicines and first aid kit.
Don’ts
Don’t Get to enthusiastic
Don’t drink water direct from resources.
Eat Junk Foods
Neglect the signs of altitude sickness.
Disrespect the local culture and traditions.
Travel Insurance and Evacuation in emergency
Travel insurance is compulsory for all our clients traveling with our company. The Nepalese Insurance company doesn’t have travel insurance for foreign people so we recommend you to bring the legal documents with you while coming to Nepal. Your travel insurance must cover the loss due to theft, injury, delay; inconveniences or any other and the company should not have any liabilities for your personal loss. Make sure your travel insurance also compensate emergencies helicopter evacuation in case of emergencies.
Solo Travelers.
The numbers of Solo travelers are increasing rapidly in recent few years in Nepal. Nepal, being a beautiful and peace loving country is also one of the safest countries for solo travelers. However, the cost for solo traveler might be expensive since single supplement is very difficult to find and are expensive as well in the mountain regions.
Is Solo Travelers Safe in Nepal?
Nepal is one of the safest countries to travel in the world. We see numbers of solo travelers around the streets of the city and trekking areas. Tourism related crimes in Nepal are very less and we Nepalese treat our guests as gods. Even though, it is safe but still you need to be careful while walking to the cities alone during the mid night and we recommend you to hire a guide while trekking.
Is Female Solo Travelers safe in Nepal?
Nepal is generally considered safe for women travelers. Nepal might have a conservative society but the people are open to every kind of cultures which helps to stay true. There haven't been many serious crimes against tourists since few years. Yet, travelers are requested to have considerable care while travelling.
Can you trek in Nepal without a guide?
Nepal requires the use of guides and porters such as in some of the regions such as Inner Dolpo, Kanchenjunga and Upper Mustang due to the areas being restricted. However, places such as the Annapurna Conservation Area and Everest Base Camp do not require guides. But we highly recommend to at least having a guide with you. Since, hiring a guide is very cheap in Nepal and it is not safe to travel alone in the mountain region you need to hire a guide for your personal safety.
The permit required for Everest Base Camp Trek like Sagarmatha National Park Permit, and TIMS card will be managed by the company itself. For this you will need to submit your passport sized photo (2 copies) and a photocopy of your passport in the office.
It is highly recommended to our travelers to respect the local culture and custom of Sherpa people. The prayer rocks, walls and flags are meant to be kept to the right at all times. It is a custom to follow what the local people believe. Also, ask before taking any photographs, many people do not want their photos taken.
For some trekking can be a short break from social medias and internet whereas for some internet and communication is a means to stay connected with near and dear ones during trekking. While travelling in the remotest areas you may not have facilities of telephone and internet. However, in recent days the Internet and Communication facilities during your trek to Everest Base Camp is improving rapidly. The region now has 3G and 4G coverage as well.
Satellite phone
If you want to have the best networks throughout your trek to Everest Base Camp you can use satellite phone throughout the trial. You can rent the sat phones or bring your own.
Wi-Fi
Most of the tea houses and lodges now provide Wi-Fi service. You can get free Wi-Fi in Everest View hotel and some of the lodges. But most of the lodges take extra charge for Wi-Fi. They charge you normally $5 for unlimited Wi-Fi coverage. However, the speed of the internet may not be faster like that of the cities.
Mobile data
Mobile Data can be the cheaper way to get in touch with your family and friends in the Everest Region. You can buy a local sim card from a private company in Nepal and activate your data. The cost od data pack varies per MB. A telecommunication company in Nepal, NCELL has launched 3G connectivity since 2010. So you can have a better internet experience in the Everest Region through mobile data as well.
Small Group Journey (Monthly Departure)
Upcoming Trip Departure
Guaranteed - Trip is guaranteed to run
Available - Trip is available to run if minimum group size is filled
Limited - only few spaces availabl the fll
The services start only after your arrival in Kathmandu Airport.
Single supplement will cost you USD 425
Personal Porter will cost you USD 399
Private Journey
The mentioned price for the trek mentioned in our website is price per person or small group. We can also tailor made the journey as according to your size of group and also customize private Everest Base Camp Trek for you with your family and friends. We do provide certain percent discount for bigger groups as well. The rate of discount increases with additional number of people in your group. Bigger groups are highly encouraged for better rates.
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