8-Day Khumbu Himal Trek
After sightseeing in Kathmandu, we begin with a flight to Lukla airstrip (2743m). From Lukla we set out to walk along the famous trail to Everest, entering the Dudh Kosi valley before climbing to the interesting horseshoe shaped village of Namche Bazaar. During our free day in Namche we wander round the colourful bazaar and visit the fascinating local museum of Sherpa life.
Markets, Monasteries & Mountain Views
After visiting the bustling weekly market in Namche, we walk to a lofty house of religion - the monastery at Thyangboche where there will be plenty of time for a visit. We enjoy a fantastic panorama of Khumbu Himal from here, viewing a grand stretch of summits. We see some of the biggest and most beautiful peaks in all the Himalaya, including Everest (8848m), Ama Dablam (6856m), Kangtega (6779m) and Lhotse (8512m). We take a slightly different route back to Namche Bazaar in order to visit the traditional villages of Khumjung and Khunde, and may have a chance to visit the school and hospital founded by Sir Edmund Hillary.
Friendly Sherpa Teahouses
Tasty meals will be provided on trek by our teahouse hosts and served in their dining rooms or, where possible, outside in a sunny spot. As with all our treks in Nepal, we will be accompanied by Sherpa guides along the trail. Your personal gear will be carried by porters or on zopkios (a cross between a yak and a cow!).
Transport: Bus/flights.
What to Expect: You need to be fit and have prepared to enjoy this trek which is graded moderate/strenuous - walking 5-7hrs a day with 2 rest days. Maximum altitude 3867m.
