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Himalayan Outdoor Project

Everest Expedition

Follow the path of myths to the foot of the sky.

Everest Expedition

Follow the path of myths to the foot of the sky.

A Summit Achieved: Planning, Perseverance and the Moment of Triumph on Everest

The air dissolves. Each step is a graft of mind over matter, a slow ascent through the silent, imposing chaos of the Khumbu Icefall and the relentless incline of the Lumbu Face. The goal narrows to a single, supreme point the summit pyramid of Everest, now filling your vision, its plume a frozen scar against the jet-stream sky. This is the final, breathless pilgrimage, where the body protests and the will must answer.

Then, the world falls away. At 8,849 meters, there is no higher place to go. The horizon curves, and the peaks of the earth become a rumpled map beneath your feet. In that thin, furious wind, a lifetime of effort condenses into a moment of overwhelming silence. The descent is a slow return to the realm of air, to the prayer flags of Gorak Shep and the profound, weary warmth of a tea house, where the journey completes not in triumph but in a quiet, everlasting reverence for the mountain that allowed your passage.

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Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Arrival in Kathmandu & Transfer to the Hotel

  • Day 2

    UNESCO sightseeing, checking up gear and briefing

  • Day 3

    Kathmandu to Ramechhap by Drive

  • Day 4

    From Ramechhap we take Lukla flight and trek to Phakding

  • Day 5

    We trek from Phakding to Namche

  • Day 6

    We trek from Namch to -Everest view point, khumchung and Khunde and return back to Namche (Acclimatization Day)

  • Day 7

    We trek from Namche to Pangboche

  • Day 8

    We trek from Pangboche to Dingboche

  • Day 9

    We trek from Dingboche to Lobuche High camp

  • Day 10

    We push for Lobuche-summit and back to Lobuche High Camp

  • Day 11

    We trek from Lobuche to Everest base camp.

  • Day 12 - 27

    From Base Camp we start our rotation (Base Camp - Camp I - Camp II - Camp III and back to Base Camp) - Duration 16 Days

  • Day 28 - 44

    From Base Camp we start our Summit Push (Camp I to Camp IV - Summit and Back to Base Camp) - Duration 17 Days

  • Day 45

    We trek from Base camp to Pangboche

  • Day 46

    We trek from Pangboche to Namche

  • Day 47

    We trek from Namche to Lukla

  • Day 48

    We take a flight from Lukla to Kathmandu via Ramechhap

  • Day 49

    We chill and go for shopping in Kathmandu and a farewell party

  • Day 50

    Fly back Home

Brief Information

Cost includes:

  • All arrival, departure transfers as per the program by private vehicle. 
  • 50 days full board Lodge trek with all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) with accommodation in a tea house lodge.
  • 4 nights tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast and government taxes. 
  • Flight for kathmandu to Luka and back.
  • Service of fluent english speaking guides and porters.
  • Accommodation, meals, insurance, equipment, and allowances of guides and porters.   
  • Expedition Royalty and a permit fee from the Nepal Government to climb Mt. Everest, NMA permit to climb Lobuche Peak, Sagarmatha National Park and Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry permit and fee.
  • Transportation for all arrival and departure transfers by private vehicle as per the above itinerary. 
  • Cultural tour in Kathmandu with local guide, transport but entry fee is extra. 
  • TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) fee. 
  • All applicable government taxes (13% VAT and 10% tourism service charges)
  • Ground handling charges and necessary government taxes. 
  • Farewell and welcome Dinner with the whole trek team. 
  • Himalayanoutdoorproject merchandise (Cap or Hoodie)
 

Cost excludes:

  • Lunch and Dinner whilst staying in Kathmandu. 
  • Entry fee while cultural visit in Kathmandu. 
  • International flights to Nepal. 
  • Bottled drinks (mineral water, any cold drinks, and alcoholic drinks) whilst on trek. 
  • Your travel insurance.
  • Expenses of personal nature such as tips for guide, porter and driver, laundry, bar bill, telephone calls etc.
  • Nepal visa fee for 30 days.
  • Any additional activities not in the itinerary.

Things to consider while in Nepal and before coming to Nepal:

  • Roads can be unpredictable and bumpy in Nepal be patient and trust the journey.
  • Forgetting personal medications is risky pack enough for the entire trip as pharmacies are non-existent in these remote areas.
  • There’s little to no internet here disconnect and enjoy the timeless beauty of the wilderness.
  • Drinking untreated water can ruin your adventure. Always use purification methods.
  • Never overpack.
  • Leave footprints not traces.
  • Have healthy mind set to respect local culture.
  • Remote areas mean minimal facilities embrace the adventure over comfort.
  • Switch off everything and soak in the moments.
  • Carry enough cash because sometimes ATMs and other form of payments could not work.
  • Dont forget your permits and all the other required documents.
  • Stay calm in unexpected situations; panicking never helps, and solutions are always around the corner.
  • Don’t rush to the finish line; the magic is in enjoying every step of the journey.
  • Stick with the group; wandering off isn’t just unsafe, it’s unnecessary in such vast landscapes.
 

WHAT TO BRING: 

  • Hat/Cap
  • Beanie/Headband
  • Sunglasses
  • Neck Buff
  • Sunscreen
  • Light Base Layer
  • Insulating Layer (Fleece or Down)
  • Down Jacket
  • Raincoat
  • Gloves (Warm and Lightweight)
  • Trekking Pants (Quick-dry)
  • Thermal Bottoms (Optional)
  • Trekking Boots
  • Camp Shoes/Flip Flops
  • Wool Socks (Multiple Pairs)
  • Head Torch (with Extra Batteries)
  • Water Bottle (Up to 2L)
  • Personal Medications
  • Camera
  • Power Bank/Charger
  • Trekking Poles
  • Snacks/Protein Bars
  • Toilet Paper/Wet Wipes
  • Personal Hygiene Items
  • First Aid Kit (Basic)
  • Map/Guidebook
  • Backpack (Daypack for trekking)
  • Positive vibes