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The ground arrangements were first class and Buddhi proved to be the perfect guide.
Peter Stutz (UK) | Annapurna Sanctuary, Nepal

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Gorakshep with Kalapatar behind
 

Trip report for Open Charity Challenge to Everest Base Camp

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Everest Base Camp trek in December 2011 led by Alan Ward

Everest Base Camp trek for DIL Charity in April 2011 led by Georgina Hobbs 

Everest Base Camp trek in December 2010 led by Roland Hunter

Everest Base Camp trek in October 2010 led by Buddhi Rai

Everest Base Camp trek in December 2009 led by Roland Hunter

Everest Base Camp trek in November 2009 led by Jhire Rai

Everest Base Camp trek in December 2008 led by Roland Hunter

Everest Base Camp trek in March 2008 led by Jhire Rai

"Everest Rocks" organised by The Mountain Co led by Ade Summers

Tips and advice for a successful trek to Everest Base Camp

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Trip Details

  • Destination: Nepal
  • Holiday Type: Walking & Trekking
  • Duration: 19 days from Kathmandu
  • Leadership: Georgina Hobbs
  • Minimum Group Size: 7 people
  • Cost: 2012 - £1,495 (US$2,495) 2013 - £1,595 (US$2,595) plus contribution to charity of your choice
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Trip Grade Demanding
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What does this include

Price includes:

  • Internal flight to/from Lukla and Kathmandu
  • All transfers including private airport collections
  • Twin share room at Hotel Tibet in Kathmandu
  • Breakfast only at Hotel Tibet in Kathmandu, all meals included while on trek
  • Twin share room in teahouse lodges while on trek
  • All trekking arrangements including permits and fees, TMC Western and Sherpa guides and porters
  • Complimentary Everest trekking map
  • Financial protection insurance from International Passenger Protection

Price excludes:

  • International flight to/from Kathmandu (London from £550)
  • Travel & trekking insurance (eg. Snowcard from £64)
  • Nepal visa for 30 days at US$40 (approx £25)
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
  • Personal clothing & equipment
  • Tips
  • Other items not listed in "What is included"
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Trip Grade Demanding

Trip Grade Demanding

Suitability:  a good choice for regular hill walkers, high level of fitness required.

1) Walking times: average 6 to 8 hours walking per day (with several longer days up to 12 hours) for up to 14 days with some rest days included.

2) Altitude: up to 5,500m.

3) Terrain: for some of the time following well-travelled trails although also likely to encounter rough and rocky sections. There may be significant amount of ascent and descent.

4) Remoteness: often in more remote areas and normally a longer distance from nearest road and facilities available in a city.

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Trip Dates

  • November 14th to December 2nd 2012
  • November 13th to December 1st 2013
  • November 12th to 30th 2014

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Trip Itinerary

  • Day 1Arrive in Kathmandu 
  • Day 2Kathmandu sightseeing 
  • Day 3Fly to Lukla (2,840m), trek to Phakding (2,610m) 
  • Day 4Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) 
  • Day 5Acclimatisation day walk to Everest view point 
  • Day 6Acclimatisation day walk to Thame village 
  • Day 7Trek to Deboche (3,770m) 
  • Day 8Trek to Pangboche (3,930m), afternoon walk towards Ama Dablam BC 
  • Day 9Trek to Dingboche (4,410m) 
  • Day 10Day walk to Chukhung 
  • Day 11Trek to Lobuche (4,931m) 
  • Day 12Trek to Gorakshep(5,200m), afternoon to Everest Base Camp 
  • Day 13Ascend Kala Patar (5,545m) and return to Pheriche 
  • Day 14Trek to Phortse village 
  • Day 15Trek to Monjo 
  • Day 16Trek to Lukla (2,840m) 
  • Day 17Fly to Kathmandu 
  • Day 18At leisure in Kathmandu 
  • Day 19Fly back home 
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