Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking-11 Days

"Experience the culture and beauty of Everest with the Sherpa experts."
Good to Know
  • Duration 11 Days
  • Difficulty Level Moderate
  • Max. Altitude 4365m
  • Group Size 1+
  • Trip Starts Kathmandu
  • Trip Ends Kathmandu
  • Group Style Group and Private
  • Activities Trekking, Historical And Cultural Excursion
  • Best Season March-June and September- December

Highlights

  •  A scenic walks with grand views of Mt. Everest-Lhotse with a series of peaks.
  •  Panoramic flight both ways with exciting views of Everest and other mountains.
  •  Sagarmatha National Park is a World Heritage Site enriched with flora /fauna.
  •  Explore Sherpa's traditional villages and impressive monasteries of the Buddhist religion.
  •  Walk around lovely tranquil pines and rhododendron forests with grand views

An Advantage of Booking a Trip with Trekking Planner Nepal.

  • Private vehicles pick up and drop off passengers at all airports.
  • First-aid kit box.
  • Trekking Planner’s down jackets, t-shirt, and cap, if necessary.
  • Arrangement of emergency evacuation service (you should have insurance for emergency evacuation, which will be paid for by your travel insurance company).
  • We use an oximeter to check your pulse, oxygen saturation, and heart rate, and we provide oxygen.
  • Sim cards are provided by our company for travelers, so there won’t be any networking issues.

Trip Introduction: 11 Days Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking

Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking is a marvelous high-altitude holiday in the beautiful Khumbu region of the Everest Region. Here, you can enjoy great thrills and grand views of the world's highest mountains in the comfort of a nice lodge with local Sherpa traditional hospitality.

Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking is a short, enjoyable adventure suitable for all age groups, especially for families or corporate types who want a change of scene into Fresh Mountain air after the hectic daily chores of work.

A pleasant Everest Sherpa Cultural–Scenic Trekking experience with time to soak up the impressive local culture and customs enriched with old Buddhism religion and in the shade of mighty Mt. Everest.

This lovely walk takes you to world heritage sites within Sagarmatha National Park, which is enriched with exotic flora and fauna. The park also includes the world's highest mountains, Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho-Oyu, and a range of giant peaks.

The park was established in the mid-1970s and was listed as a World Heritage site in 1979 to protect and conserve its beautiful natural surroundings and save its green woodland from destruction and deforestation.

Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking Altitude and Distance Coverage

Day

Activity

Altitude (m/ft)

Distance (km/miles)

Duration (hours)

Elevation Gain (m/ft)

1

Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to the Hotel.

1,350 m / 4,429 ft

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2

Fly to Lukla  and trek to Phakding .

2,860 m / 9,383 ft

2,610 m / 8,563 ft

8 km / 5 miles

3-4 hrs

-250 m / -820 ft

3

Trek to Namche Bazaar .

3,440 m / 11,290 ft

10.5 km / 6.5 miles

5-6 hrs

+830 m / +2,723 ft

4

Rest day at Namche Bazaar, hike to Everest View Hotel .

3,440 m / 11,290 ft

3 km / 1.86 miles (round trip)

2-3 hrs

+440 m / +1,444 ft

5

Trek to Khumjung  via Kunde village .

3,880 m / 12,730 ft

3,790 m / 12,430 ft

5 km / 3.1 miles

3-4 hrs

+340 m / +1,115 ft

6

Trek to Debouche  via Tengboche Monastery .

3,640 m / 11,942 ft

3,867 m / 12,687 ft

10 km / 6.2 miles

5 hrs

+260 m / +853 ft

7

Trek to Dingboche .

4,410 m / 14,469 ft

12 km / 7.45 miles

5-6 hrs

+550 m / +1,805 ft

8

Rest day at Dingboche, hike to Nangkartshang Peak .

4,410 m / 14,469 ft

5 km / 3.1 miles (round trip)

3-4 hrs

+673 m / +2,208 ft

9

Everest Base Camp Flyover with landing at Kalapatthar  and return to Lukla.

5,545 m / 18,193 ft

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Flight (2-3 hrs total)

+1,135 m / +3,724 ft

10

In Kathmandu, a free day for individual activities.

1,350 m / 4,429 ft

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11

Final international departure from Nepal.

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Overview of Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking

Everest Sherpa Cultural and Scenic Trekking will be a great way to immerse yourself in the local traditions and life of the Sherpa people, which are interwoven with the Buddhist religion and the impressive heritage way of farm life that you encounter on these lovely walks.

Our itinerary program is well planned and designed to provide the best Everest views, with a panorama of high giant mountains both on the flight and on treks to designated overnight stops with rooms facing views of beautiful scenery.

Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trek takes you around scenic areas of Namche, Khunde, and Khumjung, starting at the magnificent spot at Thyangboche with its impressive, colorful monastery surrounded by green, enchanting woodland and ending at the beautiful Imjatse valley in Dingboche, enclosed by high peaks.

From Dingboche, short, swift Helicopter flights take you to Lukla. Then, continue on a normal flight in a smaller aircraft to Kathmandu, where our marvelous journey and wonderful experience on Everest Sherpa Cultural and Scenic Trekking completes.

Why Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking trip ?

11 Day Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking Trip is a better choice for various reasons:

Cultural Experience: The trek takes you through traditional Sherpa villages, where you can learn about their culture, tradition, art, language, and way of life. You will also visit historic monasteries and temples, which are an important part of Sherpa culture.

Scenic Beauty: The trek takes you through the world's most beautiful landscapes, including lush woods, terraced farmland, and the Great Himalayas. You will be able to see Mount Everest and other peaks such as Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam.

Adventure: The trek is an average to challenging journey that requires a good fitness level, but the rewards are well worth the effort. It allows you to test your limits and push yourself to new heights.

Time: The 11-day trek is the perfect time to explore the region and get a glimpse of the culture and landscape of the Everest region, but it is also not so long that it takes up all of one's time.
Route: This trek's itinerary is well-planned and well-rounded, allowing you to acclimate and explore the region at your own leisure while not missing any of its attractions.

Main Attraction of Sherpa Culture

The main attraction of Sherpa culture is its unique customs, traditions, and way of life, which are firmly based on Tibetan Buddhism. They are famous for their mountaineering and trekking abilities, as well as their hospitality and friendliness to guests. Traditional music, dancing, colorful festivals, and delicious food are all part of Sherpa culture. Furthermore, the Sherpa people's link to the Himalayas, including Mt. Everest, draws many visitors to their culture and way of life.

The Himalayan Sherpa celebrate various festivals throughout the year, many inspired by Tibetan Buddhism. The following are some of the most important festivals in Sherpa culture:

Mani Rimdu: Mani Rimdu is a Tibetan Buddhist festival celebrated for nine days in the Sherpa populations of Nepal and in the Himalayan areas. The event usually includes rituals, dances, and lectures that are meant to purify and increase the spiritual force of both individual participants and the community as a whole. The celebration is usually held in the autumn, around October or November.

Dumji: Dumji is a Sherpa celebration observed in the Himalayas, usually in June or July. It marks the birth of Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, the second Buddha and the founder of Tibetan Buddhism. The festival is often referred to as 'Drupchen' or 'Drupku'. Religious ceremonies, dances, and gifting traditional foods and drinks to the gods and goddesses are all part of the event. The festival also provides an occasion for the Sherpa community to gather and establish social bonds.

Loshar: Loshar, also known as Tibetan New Year, is celebrated by the Sherpa, Tamang and Gurung population of Nepal’s Khumbu region. Lhosar brings together the Sherpa, Tamang, and Gurung people to celebrate the beginning of the New Year with traditional music, dance, and religious ceremonies.

Palden Lhamo: Palden Lhamo is a yearly celebration celebrated at the Tengboche Monastery in Nepal's Khumbu area. The event honors the goddess Palden Lhamo, who is regarded as the protector of the Khumbu region and a particularly powerful divine in Tibetan Buddhism. The celebration is performed by the region's Sherpa, Tamang, and Gurung communities.

The local community meets during the event to make offerings to the goddess and seek her blessings for the upcoming year. Traditional music and dance performances, as well as religious ceremonies performed by local lamas, or monks at the event.

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Which is the best season for Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking?

The best season for the Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trek is in the spring (March to May) or autumn (September to November), when the weather is clear and stable. This provides excellent trekking conditions and breathtaking views of the Himalayas. The temperature is also calm during this period, making it simpler for trekkers to acclimate to the high altitude.

Furthermore, the routes are dry, making it easier to trek, while the lower altitudes' greenery and flowers give a wonderful contrast to the snowy peaks.  However, it depends on your preferences, as the winter season can be too cold, and the summer monsoon season can create excessive rainfall and slippery routes.

Climate and Weather of Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trek

The weather around Everest Base Camp depends on the season. However, we cannot predict the climate change up in the mountain. The weather is usually apparent during the daytime and cooler at night time during the peak climbing season. Everest Base Camp's peak season is usually April, May, October, and November. Heavy rain and snowfall will occur during the monsoon season (June to September). Even in the summer, the temperature at Everet Base Camp can drop below freezing at night. The average temperature at Everest Base Camp in January is around -17°C and -2°C in July. Because of its high altitude, the air is thin and dry, making it difficult for specific individuals to breathe.

Where and how to start Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking?

Everest Base Camp Trek is a renowned trekking route in Nepal that usually begins and ends in Kathmandu. We fly to Lukla from Kathmandu.  The journey starts in Lukla and proceeds through small villages and lush woods, passing through Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Gorakshep before reaching the Everest Base Camp.

It is always recommended that the trek is scheduled with a registered trekking company with well-trained guides, porters, and other equipment support. Trekking Planner Nepal helps you with permits, transportation, accommodation, and lodging. Most trekking trials are well-defined; however, certain trek sections may be challenging to manage.

It's also important to know that the trek to Everest Base Camp is not easy and requires a good level of physical fitness and acclimatization to the altitude. Trekking Planner Nepal recommends spending some time in Kathmandu for acclimatization before starting the trek and also making some stops up in the mountains to minimize the risks of altitude sickness.

Travel Insurance: Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking.

Nepal Trekking Planner always suggests our clients for Travel and Medical Insurance against unpredicted situations that may occur during your walk to the Himalayan. The trek typically occurs in a far-off and mountainous region, so medical care and evacuation may be expensive to arrange during an emergency. Trekking Planner Nepal advises you to get Insurance through Travel Insurance for your upcoming holiday in Nepal to Himalayan destinations.

When getting travel insurance, ensure that your insurance covers all specific activities, such as trekking, hiking, and mountaineering. Additionally, determine whether the coverage covers emergency medical bills and evacuation, including helicopter rescue. Nepal Trekking Planner advises customers to get travel and medical insurance before starting the trek. The travel insurance must include appropriate protection for the duration of your tour/trek to cover personal injury, death, medical expenditures, and repatriation expenses in any mode of transportation on emergency evacuation such as helicopter rescue, air ambulance, etc.

Sometimes, your chosen trip destination may differ from the planned itineraries. In exceptional cases, we may need to reroute or cancel trips due to political conflict, miserable weather, broken road or trail conditions, and porter position and condition. The company has the right to cancel trips in case of unavoidable circumstances outside our control, such as if there are uncertain landslides in the middle of the trial. Please be patient in this situation; we will do our best to change the itinerary as much as feasible for your comfort.

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Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking Altitude.

Altitude sickness is common for trekkers on Mount Everest due to high altitude and less oxygen availability. The trekker may have symptoms like,

  •    Headache.
  •    Dizziness.
  •    Nausea.
  •    Vomiting.
  •    Tiredness.
  •    Loss of appetite.

The trekker may also face physiological challenges. Furthermore, cold temperatures, strong winds, and other extreme alpine conditions can make climbing more difficult. Climbers frequently take a cautious and steady approach to climbing to overcome these challenges, employing a process known as "acclimatization" to allow their bodies to adjust to the high altitude.

Accommodation in Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking.

People trekking to Everest Base Camp will encounter several tea shops along the road that provide basic amenities such as shared sleeping rooms, food, and occasionally even hot showers (you need to pay for hot showers).

As a developing country, the greenery and population density drop when we travel to the Himalayan region, which is one of the key reasons why we sometimes have to sacrifice for the best services. However, because this is a tourist route, most amenities remain accessible, while some may require a sacrifice.

It's important to remember that the mountain's accommodations are quite basic and frequently overcrowded, and the cost might be exorbitant due to the difficulty of delivering supplies to such a remote position.

Outline itinerary

  • Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to the Hotel.
  • Day 2: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding.
  • Day 3: Trek to Namche Bazaar.
  • Day 4: Rest Day at Namche Bazaar and hike to Everest View Hotel.
  • Day 5: Trek to Khumjung via Kunde village.
  • Day 6: Trek To Debouche via Tengboche Monastery.
  • Day 7: Trek to Dingboche from Debouche.
  • Day 8: Rest Day at Dingboche with a hike to Nangkartshang.
  • Day 9: Everest Base Camp Flyover with Landing at Kalapatthar and Back to Lukla.
  • Day 10: In Kathmandu, a free day for individual activities.
  • Day 11: Final International departure from Nepal.

Important Note

  • This trip departs every day of the year.
  • This trip is fully customizable. We can customize the trip as per your need, please contact us.
  • This trip is available on both Fixed Departure and Private Group Basis.
  • This trip can be booked privately if you’re traveling solo or privately or with family.
  • Have a big group? We can help as per your needs.
  • We can help you make it fit your budget.
  • we accept instant booking and online payment.

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Itinerary
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11 Days Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking provides with standard Itinerary days where some day's walks can be shorter or longer as per your physical fitness, some designated overnight stops can change, due to available rooms and other facilities and etc…….

We will follow the itinerary if its needs to be changed in case of weather, landslides, and difficulties on walks requiring more days where our leader and lead head guides decide to hold full authority for Trekking Planner Treks and Expeditions.

    On arrival at Kathmandu International Airport via respective airlines, you will be received by our office staff and guide with a warm welcome, then transferred to your hotels in the hub of the city. After checking into your rooms and getting refreshed, join the other groups for a briefing on Everest Sherpa Cultural and Scenic Trekking. Our guide offers you useful and important information regarding the trek and your stay in Nepal with us. The evening includes a welcome dinner in a nice and authentic Nepalese restaurant with a folk culture program of Nepal while having your dinner.

    Included are standard accommodation and meals (Dinner).

      Starting early morning transfer to domestic airport for a short and scenic flight to Lukla, taking a smaller aircraft (Twin Otter or Dornier) during 30 minutes on air with an amazing panorama of the Himalayan series of peaks with Mt. Everest as the plane lands on its unique uphill runways reaching Tenzing & Hillary airport in Lukla. From here, a slow start with a few hours of walks on downhill past many Sherpa farm villages with well-tended crops and vegetable fields and terraces with occasional views of snowcapped peaks of Kwangde and Kusum kangaroo, and then reaching our first overnight stop of the trek at Phakding in the comfort of a nice and cozy lodge located by the raging Dudh Kosi River.

      Included are standard accommodation and meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), tea or coffee.

        Today is a long uphill walk to reach the famous Namche Bazaar. The morning starts with a gradual walk following the Dudh Kosi River upstream, crossing a few bridges, to reach the Sagarmatha National Park entrance near Monjo village. Sagarmatha for Everest in Nepalese, while Sherpa calls Chomolungma (of Tibetan origin) in both languages Great Mother. From here, a pleasant walk on the river bed leads to a climb for a few hours into a forested trail with views of snowcapped peaks, as this scenic walk reaches you at the exciting Namche Bazaar.

        Included are standard accommodation and meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), tea or coffee.

          On the day set aside for rest, we shall take on activities that will help us acclimate faster for our trekking journey ahead. In a town known for its colorful and lively nature, Namche has interesting shops, a buzzing Saturday market, tasty cuisine, and beautiful scenery, as well as warm, welcoming Sherpa people and the unchanged characteristics of this town since ages.

          Visit the Sherpa cultural museum for detailed information on mountaineering in the region, flora and fauna, the history and geography of the Himalayas, and the culture and traditions of the local inhabitants. Before the weather creates hurdles, get involved in an early-day hike to one of the nearby destinations. Everest View Hotel, which provides a marvelous view of Mount Everest Lhotse, the beautiful Ama Dablam, and other nearby peaks; the twin villages of Khumjung and Kunde, known for ancient monasteries with old-age heritages; and a school and hospital built by the Edmund Hillary Foundation, are popular day hike destinations from Namche Bazaar. After exploring the surrounding areas, prepare for the trek ahead. Stay overnight in Namche Bazaar.

          Included are standard accommodation and meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), tea or coffee.

            At Namche Bazaar, with a pleasant overnight stop, walk uphill from Namche to reach a hilltop, as the route diverts with a climb to Syangboche, a small settlement with an old airstrip. Facing views of mountains where walking is easier on gradual ups and downs towards Kunde village and visiting Khumbu's only medical hospital built and run by Hillary and his Foundation.

            After an interesting tour of the hospital, a slow descent takes you to an overnight stop at Khumjung, one of the largest villages in the Khumbu area after Namche Bazaar. Kunde and Khumjung villages are located within a scenic glacial valley beneath the peaks of holy Khumbila, the patron god of Khumbu Sherpa. With time, visit another old monastery, the one and only place where you can witness a scalp believed to be of a Yeti, which is kept safe and secure in a glass box for visitors to see with a donation.

            Included are standard accommodation and meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), tea or coffee.

              From Khumjung, the walk leads on a gradual scenic path with a downhill to the Imjatse River at Phungi Tanga for lunch and an afternoon uphill climb into rhododendron, pine, and fir forest with grand views of snowcapped peaks. After a few hours of climbing, reach Tengboche Monastery, enjoy marvelous views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Kangtega, Thamserku, and Kwangde with the magnificent Ama Dablam, visit its interesting monastery, and observe monks and priests in prayer. With scenic time and visiting its monastery, a slow downhill walk into deep woods of rhododendron and pines to reach a quiet and isolated spot at Debouche and transfer to its nice few lodges for an overnight stop facing views of Everest and Ama Dablam peak.

              Included are standard accommodation and meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), tea or coffee.

                Morning downhill walk for a short while to Imjatse River, after crossing a bridge walk into an open country where tree lines stop for a few short juniper and rhododendron bushes, uphill for a while to reach Pangboche village at 3,900 meters. Pangboche is the last permanent village before Dingboche and beyond; from here, a slow climb to Somara for lunch is followed by a continued walk with a climb to Dingboche village for an overnight stop, located within the scenic Imjatse valley with excellent views of Ama Dablam and Island Peak.

                Included are standard accommodation and meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), tea or coffee.

                  On another day of rest and acclimatization in this trekking expedition, we shall have an important day before reaching the ultimate destination of this trip. The day will be utilized by short hikes to higher altitudes to adapt ourselves to higher altitudes. A hike to Nangkartshang Gompa provides the trekkers with breathtaking views and the opportunity to get insight into the heritage, such as intricate paintings, Thangka, and Yeti scalps and hands.

                  Explore the valley formed by the mighty Imja River and the beautiful trail leading to Island Peak. A short hike to the hill behind Dingboche is another option, which provides us with a view of a couple of thousand peaks. After exploring the breathtaking surroundings and capturing memories of the valley, we return for the overnight stay. Stay overnight in Dingboche and prepare for the next day's trek.

                  Included are standard accommodation and meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), tea or coffee.

                    As soon as our Helicopter reaches Dingboche, near the lodge, we board in a spacious, seated chopper, greeted by the pilot and Captain. Where Helicopter lifts high above with a short flight towards the high Khumbu valley for close grand views of Mt. Everest and an array of peaks, then fly to Lukla and then transfer to Tenzing and Hillary airports in Lukla for a scenic morning flight to Kathmandu. Panorama of mountain views all the way to Kathmandu; at Kathmandu domestic airport, our staff transfers you back into your hotel with a free afternoon to relax after a great and wonderful time on Everest Cultural and Scenic Trekking.

                    Included are standard accommodation and meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), tea or coffee.
                     

                      Today is a free day in Kathmandu reserved as an extra day in case of a flight delay or cancellation in Lukla due to unfavorable bad weather conditions, which can occur sometimes as Himalayan weather can be unpredictable. If all goes well as per our guideline-set itinerary, one can enjoy this day relaxing, with individual extra activities, or book another exciting tour around Kathmandu at places of great interest.

                      Included are standard accommodation and meals (Breakfast).

                        Your last day in Nepal, the country of Himalayan wonders, and as per your international flight time, depart for homeward bound or to your next respective connecting destination. Our staff and guide will transfer you to Kathmandu airport after a mesmerizing memory and a great time on Everest Cultural and Scenic Trekking.

                        Not satisfied with this regular itinerary? Make your own.

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                        Inclusions
                        What's Included
                        •  All airport pick-up drops are by private vehicle (for both international and domestic flights).
                        •  Welcome dinner in an authentic restaurant
                        •  03-night twin/double sharing accommodation in BB in Kathmandu.
                        •  Guided sightseeing tours in Kathmandu with private vehicles.
                        •  Kathmandu to Lukla to Kathmandu flight with airport departure tax.
                        •  National Park entrance fee and Trekkers’ Information Management System( TIMS card).
                        •  A high experience, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, English-speaking, well-trained, Government license-holding guide. Price includes his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport, and insurance.
                        •  02 guests to 01 porter with their insurance, salary, food, accommodation, and equipment.
                        •  We provide an assistant to guide his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport, and insurance walking with the group to support where necessary as per the group size.
                        •  lodge accommodation in the mountain during the trekking.
                        •  Three meals a day; breakfast, lunch, and dinner and tea/coffee during the trekking.        
                        •   First aid kit box.
                        •  Trekking Planner’s a sleeping bag, down jackets, T-shirt, cap, duffle bags, city and trekking route maps – if necessary.
                        •  Arrangement of emergency evacuation service (should have insurance for emergency evacuation and will be paid by your travel insurance company).
                        •  Oximeter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily during the trek (very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms). This helps ensure your trek is in the safest hands possible.
                        •  All applicable government and local taxes per the itinerary.
                        • The sharing bus ride from Kathmandu to Ramechhap for the Lukla flight is included both ways.
                        • Fresh fruits after dinner every night as dessert during the trek.
                        • Cookies and biscuits during the trek for cookie time after reaching the tea house.
                        What's Excluded
                        • Your Nepal Visa fees.
                        • All the International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
                        • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
                        • Personal travel and health insurance as well as insurance for helicopter evacuation.
                        • In case of extra nights’ accommodation, lunch, and dinner in the city due to early arrival and late departure as well as early back/return from mountain/trekking (due to any reason) than the given period of the itinerary. We can help you arrange an extra night's accommodation.
                        • Your expenses such as (laundry, baggage charge, phone calls, battery recharge, bar and beverage bill, boiled or bottled water, hot and cold shower, extra porter.. etc).
                        • Taking a private jeep towards Ramechhap will cost extra, but it will be worth it.
                        Departure Dates
                        • This trip departs every day of the year.
                        • This trip is fully customizable. We can customize the trip as per your need, please contact us.
                        • This trip is available on both a Fixed Departure and a Private Group Basis.
                        • If the given date is not appropriate for you, please get in touch with US (Call/email now for a private trip, [email protected], Mobile +977 98510 71767 (24 hrs) - WhatsApp, WeChat, and Viber)so that Trekking Planner can happily manage your trip on dates favorable for you.
                        • Trekking Planner also organizes various trips in small groups that can suit you. We recommend you reserve a seat for yourself by booking with us right away for a beautiful experience. Hurry up! Adventure is waiting for you.
                        Essential Info

                        If you want to customize the trip or custom hand-picked facilities instead of the whole package, we also have those services, for example.

                        • Nepal Trekking Planner can provide customized tailored itineraries for our client’s Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking needs.
                        • Trekking Planner Nepal can conduct the trip by providing guide and porters-only service for Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking-11 Days.
                        • Trekking Planner Nepal can provide accommodation-only facilities for the Everest Sherpa Cultural-Scenic Trekking-11 Days if required.
                        • Trekking Planner Nepal can provide flight tickets for Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu.
                        • Trekking planner Nepal can provide only flight service from Ramechhap to Lukla and Lukla to Ramechhap.
                        • Trekking Planner Nepal provides only vehicle service from Kathmandu to Ramechhap and Ramechhap to Kathmandu.

                        Note that from April 2024, the flights will take place from Ramechhap, which is around 3/4 hours of drive, depending on whether you are taking a private vehicle or want to join a group to share the cost of a coaster or a bus.

                        Driving to Ramechhap for Lukla Flight, don’t forget these things.

                        • If you take a private vehicle, you can reach around a 3-hour drive from Kathmandu to Ramechhap, and the car will pick you up at the hotel or the place you choose.
                        • If you’re taking a shared bus or coaster towards Ramechhap, then you have to go from your place towards the bus, and the bus will have other trekkers joining as well, and as soon as everyone arrives, the bus or coaster will then move towards Ramechhap airport.

                        Everest Base Camp Trekking Tips for Females.

                        • Ladies and women need to keep track of their periods.
                        • After tracking the periods, always keep two packs of sanitary pads with you.
                        • In the mountains, during the cold, you can feel cramps, and bleeding can be a little more than normal, so feel free to let the guide know about the situation and consume painkillers in case of cramps.

                        Equipment and Gear List

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                        • Four-season (-20 degree) sleeping bag (We provide rental sleeping bags available for an additional USD 35)
                        • Puffy down jacket (We provide rental jackets for an additional USD 35)
                        • Daypack (25-30 liters recommended) with rain cover

                        HeadUpper Body

                        • Sun hat or cap (We'll provide you with a trekking cap.)
                        • warm woolen hat
                        • Scarf/Neck Buff (highly recommended to get saved from wind and cold)
                        • Headlamp or mobile torch light for nighttime
                        • Polarized sunglasses

                        TorsoTorso

                        • Technical fabric base layer thermals are light for warmer months, heavy for colder months
                        • Technical fabric t-shirts and sleeve sweaters or high-necks
                        • Waterproof rain jacket
                        • windproof jacket for the walk as it gets windy
                        • Fleece jacket or down jacket

                        PantLower Body

                        • thermals inner
                        • Hiking pants at least 3
                        • Comfortable pants for teahouses
                        • Waterproof, windproof shell
                        • Hiking shorts

                        GlovesHands

                        • Woolen gloves for the tea house
                        • Hard-shell windproof outer gloves for the walk

                        FeetFeet

                        • Marino Wool or comfortable, warm socks
                        • Hiking socks
                        • Liner socks
                        • Trekking/hiking boots (waterproof recommended)
                        • Crampons (For passes)
                        • Casual shoes or sandals that are comfortable for the time in the tea house
                        • Gaiters (lightweight for rain and snow)

                        UndergarmentsUndergarments and inner wears

                        • Technical fabric/quick drying (can be washed during the trek)
                        • Sports bras (women)
                        • sleeping clothes as per the comfortability

                        MedicineFirst Aid Kits and Medications

                        • Sunscreen SPF- 50+
                        • Lip balm or Vaseline
                        • ointment cream
                        • Cough Syrup and strepsils (recommended for Khumbu Cough)
                        • Creams and medicines (for any allergies or diseases)

                        (Note: Our guides carry medications, oxygen cans, and first aid kits during the trip. However, personal kits and medications are recommended.)

                        Other essentialsOther Essentials

                        • Passport
                        • Extra copies of passport-sized photos
                        • Reusable water bottle
                        • Toilet paper, small soap, and shampoo
                        • Water purification tablets or UV water purifier (if you plan to treat water)
                        • water bladder for the day bag
                        • small towel for personal use
                        • Pillowcase in case of allergies to new pillows
                        • High-protein snacks (such as mountain bars or nuts)
                        • Waterproof/dry bags for carrying essential documents, stuff, frequently used items, and money
                        • Power bank or extra batteries
                        • Cameras and mobile phone
                        • Cards/book
                        • Pee bottle/ pee funnel for women
                        • Trekking poles
                        • Whistle in case your voice is not loud enough to stop or start
                        • Thermos for hot water during the nighttime
                        • We give you a free duffel bag, trekking cap, maps, and t-shirt during your pre-trip meeting in Kathmandu. The duffel bag will be used to pack your trekking supplies.
                        • For every two participants, we assign one porter. The porter will carry the duffel bag, which should weigh around 10 kg/22 lbs., throughout the walk.
                        • Daypack bag for daily used stuff like cash, documents, papers, a water bottle or bladder, a camera, toiletries, sunscreen, a notebook, clothing, etc. (with a waterproof cover).
                        • You can store your luggage (on-trekking items) at the hotel in Kathmandu, and we can assist and help.
                        • Total luggage for the Kathmandu-Lukla flight is (15 kg/33 lbs.), including duffel (10 Kg/22 lbs.) and backpack (5 kg/11 lbs.)
                        • A down jacket with a hood(cap) to be warm in altitudes above 3,000m.
                        • We can provide a down jacket for USD 35. In case of loss or damage, you need to pay back the cost of USD 200 per item.
                        • We can provide a sleeping bag for USD 35. In case of loss or damage, USD 200 per item must be paid.

                        Note: Supplies and gear can be rented or purchased in Kathmandu. Once you are in Nepal, you can buy supplies and gear for hiking if you have spare time. Trekking Planner Nepal representatives will assist you in purchasing the equipment. Thamel a tourist hub, offers a wide range of trekking equipment at affordable prices. Don't wear short clothes inside the monasteries and religious places.

                        What to pack for trekking in Nepal

                        FAQs
                        • The Everest Sherpa Cultural Scenic Trek is a trekking package in the Everest region of Nepal that offers spectacular views of the highest peaks of the world, Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and others. Similarly, the Sherpa Cultural Scenic Trek combines the Himalayan scenery with the cultural experiences of the Sherpa village.

                        • The Everest Sherpa Cultural Scenic Trekking lasts eleven days. It includes walking on the off-beaten roads of the Everest region while passing through prominent sherpa villages like Namche, Khumjung, Debouche, Dingboche, and others.

                        • The Everest Sherpa Cultural Scenic Trekking journey starts with a 35 minutes flight from the bustling city of Kathmandu to Lukla. After reaching Lukla, the trekking begins by passing through sherpa villages like Namche, Khumjung, Debouche, and Dingboche. It ends with a flyover of Everest Base Camp, ding at Kalapatthar, and returning to Lukla, Kathmandu res, respectively.

                        • The Everest Sherpa Cultural trekking falls in the Everest protected area, as marked by the government of Nepal. So, to enter the area, various permits and documents are required, which are regularly checked by officials at the checkpoint along the route. The licenses required for the Everest Sherpa Cultural Trekking are as follows:

                          • Khumbu Rural Municipality Permit

                          • Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit

                        • The best time for your Everest Sherpa Cultural Trek is spring and autumn. Spring in Nepal lasts from March to May, and autumn in Nepal lasts from September to November. These seasons have moderate weather conditions, which favor a comfortable walking environment.

                        • The Everest Cultural Trek is considered an easy trek that combines trekking in the Everest region up to an elevation of 4,410 meters/14,470 feet, a flyover over the Everest Base Camp, and landing at Kalapatthar. Similarly, the Sherpa cultural trek is designed to become less physically demanding while still offering an immersive experience in the Everest area.

                        • The Everest region has various accommodation options, from basic teahouses to luxury houses. The types of accommodation available during the Everest Cultural Scenic Trekking are as follows:

                          • Teahouses: These are the basic accommodation options, providing a basic room with an elementary bed and blankets. As teahouses are basic, an attached bathroom is not available.

                          • Guesthouses: These are better accommodation options than tea houses, but they are present at lower altitudes. Guesthouses provide an opportunity to communicate with the locals. 

                          • Luxury Houses: These are the highest-level accommodation options available in the Everest region and are available only in prominent settlements like Namche.

                        • Getting a visa for Nepal is relatively easy; most travelers can get a Nepali visa on arrival, while Indian Nepal citizens don't need a tourist visa to visit. Similarly, tourists from the United States, Japan, the UK, Canada, Poland, Australia, South Korea, and most other Western European countries can get a 15-30 or 90-day visa on arrival.

                        • The outline itinerary for Everest Cultural Scenic Trekking is as follows:

                          Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350 m) and transfer to the Hotel.

                          Day 2: Fly to Lukla (2,830 m) and trek to Phakding (2,640 m) in 4 hrs.

                          Day 3: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) in 6 hrs.

                          Day 4: Rest Day at Namche Bazaar and hike to Everest View Hotel.

                          Day 5: Trek to Khumjung (3,653 m) via Kunde village (3,880 m) in 4 hrs.

                          Day 6: Trek To Debouche 3,640 m via Tengboche Monastery, 3,867 m (05 hrs).

                          Day 7: Trek to Dingboche from Debouche, 4,365 m, 05 hrs.

                          Day 8: Rest Day at Dingboche with a hike to Nangkartshang.

                          Day 9: Everest Base Camp Flyover with Landing at Kalapatthar and Back to Lukla.

                          Day 10: In Kathmandu, a free day for individual activities.

                          Day 11: Final International departure from Nepal.

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