Mani Rimdu Festival Trek 2012

Mani Rimdu Festival Trekking Itinerary in Details:

25 Oct: Arrive in Kathmandu: Arrival in Kathmandu airport meet with guide of NSTE and transfer to hotel followed by shopping for trekking gear, evening briefing about the trek and all programs. After briefing, meet with yogi to do some light evening stretching, followed by Nepali traditional Cultural Dance will welcome you with Nepali food.O/n at Hotel on 3*** B/B

26 Oct: Namche BazarKathmandu – Lukla – Phakding (2,800m)
In the morning at 6 a.m., our journey of adventure starts with a flight to Lukla (2,800m). At Lukla, the trail leads north from the airstrip to the edge of Lukla Plateau for an easy walk through several villages to Phakding (2,800m). The journey will take roughly 3-4 hours, O/n Phakding, (B,L,D)

27 Oct : Phakding – Namche Bazaar (3,440m)
Early morning breakfast, then after breakfast we continue our journey to Base Camp. We begin the day with a gentle trail passing through several villages and beautiful pine forest, coming to Jorsalee (2800m). From Jorsale, we follow the Dudhkosi River for about one hour and begin our ascent up a steep trail to Namche. Namche Bazaar is the administrative capital of the region, historically it was the staging point for trading expeditions to Tibet and its Saturday market remains an important event bringing traders from villages a week's walk away. Nearly more than half the trail is quite steep, allowing one to enjoy the breath-taking first view of Everest (8,848m), Nuptse (7,879m) and Lhotse (8,383m). Walking time is about 6 hours. . O/n Namche Bazaar, (B,L,D)First view of Everest from Namche Bazar

28 Oct: acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar– Khumjung Valley Excursion- Rest Day (3,790m) Early Morning with sunrise over snow capped mountain and sound of prayers at monastery, After Breakfast we start the hike to Khumjung Valley, where the trail leads to a steep climb for about one hour to Shyangboche. From the top of Shyangboche, one can get a glimpse of Mt. Everest (8848m), Ama Dablam (6856m), Themserku (6608m), Nuptse (7879m), and Lhotse (8383m). From there, the trail leads downwards to Khumjung, where the Sir Edmund Hillary School and a local hospital is located. Walking time is about 5-6 hours. , O/n at Namche Bazaar, (B,L,D)

29 Oct: Namche Bazaar – Tengboche (3,870m)
Early morning yoga, breakfast, then our adventure continues! From Namche Bazaar, a flat trail leads to Kayanjuma view of Everest, Amadablam, Thamserku and we will descend to Phunki Thanga through a beautiful pine forest. The trail then leads rapidly up towards Thyangboche, a beautiful place with a Monastery and views of Everest. Walking time takes about 6 hours. O/n Thyangboche, (B,L,D)

30 Oct: View of Amadablam and ChortenTengboche – Dingboche (4,410m)
Early morning Yoga then mediation at Monastery, after breakfast we head towards Dingbouche. From Tengpoche, it is a short, steep and muddy descent to Dingboche through birches, conifers and rhododendron forest. After a long walk we will pass through several villages such as Dingboche and Pangboche to arrive in . Walking time is approximately 6 hours. O/n Dingboche, (B, L, D)

01 Nov: Dingboche: Second acclimatization day and hiking to Chhukung (B, L, D).
Early morning yoga and breakfast. We have this as an optional day for those who want to go for hiking to Chhukung, with great views of Everest, Amadalam, Lothse, Nuptse. After getting back from day hike we will have some rest then practice evening yoga.

02 Nov : Dingboche – Lobuche (4,930m)
Morning Yoga and after breakfast we continue towards Base Camp. At Dingbouche, the trail leads to Dugla (4,620m) followed by a 2 hour ascent to Lobuche where we will practice evening yoga. Walking time - about 6 hours. O/n Lobuche, (B, L,D)

03 Nov : Lobuche – Gorak shep- Everest Base Camp (5,160m) and Base Camp litter clean up
Morning yoga then after breakfast we continue for our most interesting and beautiful day by the Khumbu Glacier, views of Mt Pumori, Nuptse, Lotshe, Everest and views of Everest Base camp. From Lobuche trail winds through some flat sections, several small ascends before descending to Gorakshep. Walking time is appoimately 3 hours. After lunch at Gorekshep, we go to Everest base camp and return to Gorekshep. Litter on the way to and at Everest base camp is a problem not only for the environment but also takes away from the gorgeous views of the Himalayas. Therefore, prior to returning to Gorakshep, we will be cleaning up the rubbish on the trail and at base camp to bring back to dispose of in Gorakshep to help keep our mountains beautiful and clean. Approximately 5 hours. Evening yoga at Everest Base Camp! O/n at GorakShep, (B,L,D)

04 Nov : Gorak Shep – (Kalapathar)- Pheriche(4,210m)
Before sunrise we hike up to Kalapattar (5,545m) catching the first rays of sun over some of the highest peaks of the world. Here we will be meditating at the top of the world! Kalapattar is the most popular place for breath taking views of Mt. Everest (8,848m), Ama Dablam (6,856m), Themserku (6,608m), Nuptse (7,879m), and Lhotse (8,383m). Walking time takes about 6-7 hours. O/n at Pheriche, (B,L,D)

Nov 06: Trek to Tengboche Form Pheriche, moving through the same way reaches to Thyangboche. Walking time takes about 5 hours.O/n at Thyangboche,

7 Nov: Rest day at Tyangboche (Mani-Rimdu festival)
8 Nov: Rest day at Tyanbouche( Mani-Rimdu festival)

09 Nov: Pheriche – Phorste 3,870m)
Morning yoga, breakfast, then we leave for Phorste. From Pheriche, trails starts downhill until Pangbouche then it is an easy walk up and then down to reach Phorste with views of the Himalayas. Here we will be able to see some wild animals such as musk deer, wild boars, mountain goat and many birds. Walking time approximately 5 hours. Evening Yoga and meditation at monastery. O/n at Phorste, (B,L,D)

10 Nov: Sunset view of Everest from GorakshepPhorste – Manjo (3780m)
Morning Yoga then hike same route back to Lukla, Walking time takes about 5 hours followed by evening yoga. O/n Manjo.

12 Nov: Manjo – Lukla:
morning yoga then proceed to Lukla, the trails leads downhill via Dudhkoshi River. Walking time about 5 hours, evening yoga and trek-completion celebration with singing and dancing! O/n at Lukla, (B,L,D)

13 Nov: Lukla- Kathmandu
In the morning, flight back to Kathmandu. Upon arrival at Kathmandu we will go to visit Nepal Orphans Home & play with the kids (optional). The evening will be relaxing, and you can get a massage and do some shopping. We will close with a Farewell Dinner party. O/n Kathmandu, (B,L,D)

14 Nov: Departure to onward journey! Or free day at Kathmandu on your own
OR any extension of the any other trips in Nepal,