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Ultimate Island peak PeveRest Base Camp Trek

A trekking & climbing experience that blows the mind!

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Why trek with EverTrek? 3

Route map 4

Trip overview 5

What’s included 6

Experience needed 7

Your itinerary 8

Equipment list 18

Extend your adventure 22

2 ultimate island peak & eveRest base camptrek 21 days

Nepal Trip Duration - 21 Days

Accommodation - 15 nights lodge, 2 nights tent, 3 nights hotel Tour Detail - 18 days trekking

Max altitude - 6189m (20,305ft)

IntroductioN

High in the Khumbu region of Nepal, close to Mt Everest and closer still to the steep south face of Mt Lhotse, the aptly named Island Peak (6189m) rises above the glaciated valleys below. With its outrageous location and challenging summit ridge, this peak has been a favourite with our guides, leaders, and clients for a number of years.

Ultimate Island Peak and Everest Base Camp Expedition is the ultimate experience in the Everest region for any one looking to attempt a Himalayan peak for the first time. You will not only climb Island Peak at 6189m (20,305ft) but also reach the historic Everest Base Camp (5364m) whilst also climbing 2 of the high passes of Cho La (5,420m) and Kongma La (5,535m) along with the sunrise hike to Kala Patthar (5,545m).

One heck of an adventure!

3 clockwise route map of ultimate island peak and eveRest base camp

4 trip overview

Trekking via Namche Bazaar we follow the route to Everest Base Camp via the Gokyo valley and Cho La Pass route and into Lobuche beside the Khumbuglacier.

As part of our acclimatisation programme we visit Everest Base Camp and make an ascent of the classic viewpoint of Kala Patthar, where we enjoy some of the finest views of the world’s highest peak. Then crossing the Khumbu Glacier, we climb up to the Kongma La pass which gives us access to the valley of the Imja Khola and the summer grazing settlement of Chukkung. From here we move up to Island Peak base camp for our main objective, Island Peak. The ascent of this 6000 metre peak in the shadow of the huge Lhotse face is a real ‘alpine experience’ in every sense, involving fine climbing in exposed situations amongst breathtaking scenery.

This is one epic challenge.

Our trip includes three days to climb Island Peak which includes an extra time in case of bad weather or if you require extra time for acclimatisation.

5 What's Included

Trip Includes:

Airport Pick-up and Drop-off International flights to Kathmandu service in a private vehicle Nepal arrival visa ($40) 3 nights twin-sharing accommodation Meals in the city except for breakfast in Kathmandu with breakfast and welcome/departure dinner Full day guided tour of Kathmandu Spending money Welcome and farewell dinner at our Climbing gear (Climbing rope, ice axe, ice favourite Nepalese restaurant with spome screws and snow bar) We will help you to hire Local music and dancing. or buy these before or in Kathmandu or Chuukung)

Airport transfers for domestic flight Your travel insurance that covers Helicopter Evacuation Trekking permit and TIMS permit Monument entrance fees ($25) Island Peak Climbing Permit Any other extended trips and accommodation One experienced Climbing guide for climbing section & One trekking guide Tips for trekking guide, climbing Sherpa & porters.

For trekking Section

Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flight tickets

All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek

All accommodation whilst on trek (Lodge/Tea house/Tent)

Fresh fruit after dinner

Tea/Coffee

Porters (One porter for each 2 members) and his entire expenses

Insurance of Guide and Porter

All required local and government taxes

Down jackets and sleeping bags (if required)

Duffel bag if required

EverTrek mountain Goody bag.

6 expeRience Needed

Generally, the trekking conditions on this Nepal expedition are relatively straight forward, following good paths on donkey & yak trails for the main part. However there is a lot of challenging terrain and ridge sections on this trek and you need to be comfortable with heights. The Khumbu is Nepal’s most popular trekking destination and the area is well supplied with teashops and lodges. It should be noted, however, that trekking above 3000 metres makes greater demands on the body than walking at low elevations and can be challenging even for fit hikers.

Our itinerary is well staged to allow the best possible acclimatisation and includes extra days at Namche Bazaar and Gokyo. You will also reach significant height of almost 5500m before you attempt Island Peak.

This gives our groups the best possible preparation for the final summit approach.

We have built an additional day into the itinerary for bad weather.

expeRience required

The Ultimate Island Peak and Everest Base Camp Expedition with 2 high passes is a tough and arduous trek and climb. It is meant to be challenging. You must be a fit, regular hillwalker to take part, used to long, consecutive days walking in the British Mountains, preferably in Winter.

You should have experience of walking steep, boulder-strewn paths where the use of hands has been essential to scramble upwards over rocky steps. Previous experience of Himalayan trekking is preferable, but not essential as long as you are a very regular and committed hill-walker.

As this route takes you over remote high passes and a Himalayan peak, experience of having been to 5000-metres before would be ideal.

7 itineRary

Day 1 Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft) Welcome to Kathmandu – the capital city of Nepal. Today is your first day with EverTrek. Therefore, we send one of our company reps to receive you at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), who will transfer you to the hotel in Thamel. If possible, and depending on what time your flight arrives, we sometimes schedule a catch up at our office to chat about the trek and for you to get to meet the rest of your team and your Sherpa or guide. Today is all about relaxing and getting to see some of Kathmandu. We will also have our welcome dinner at one of our favourite Nepalese restaurants with some traditional dance and music. You can join in too if you like! If your flight arrives a little late, we can adjust this plan for the next day.

Meals included: Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Welcome to Kathmandwu! Local food and dance at out favourite Nepalese restaurant.)

8 Day Day 02: Kathmandu Valley sightseeing 2 and trek preparation (1,300m/4,264ft)

The capital, Kathmandu valley itself, is an amazing place with it’s natural, cultural and historical sites. Therefore, today, we take you on a few hours touring the city and major attractions of Kathmandu valley. After spending few hours observing these wonderful sites, we again meet for a few hours to finalize your equipment & gear (down jacket, trekking boots, sleeping bag, ice axe, crampons etc.) required during the trek. The night will be spent at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Wonderful aerial view of the terrain from the plane, colorful Lukla village, ‘Mani’ prayer rocks, Phakding village and ‘Gompas’ monasteries, downhill and flat trail.)

Day Day 03: Kathmandu-Lukla-Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft) 3 30-35 minute flight & 4 hours walk

Phakding is the destination for the day. One of our company reps will pick you and the group up at the hotel and transfer you to the Tribhuvan International Airport to board an early morning flight to Lukla. After about 30-35 min scenic flight the plane will land at the Tenzing Hillary Airport located in Lukla.

We will meet the other members of our team, the porters who will organise your baggage for you. Once everything is ready, the trek finally begins. It all starts here!

We descend towards Phakding leaving the beautiful village of Lukla behind. After about 3 hours or so, we reach the settlement of Phakding where we can freshen up and explore the village of Phakding. The night will be spent at a lodge in Phakding.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: A scenic flight to Lukla, a thrilling landing experience at one of the most dangerous airports in the world at Lukla. The trail accompanied by various small Sherpa settlements, ancient monasteries, Chortens, Mani Walls, prayer wheels, the spectacular view of Kusum Khangkaru, the very first view of Kongde RI and the beautiful village of Phakding, where you can visit a 500 year old monastery.)

9 Day Day 04: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft) 4 5-6 hours walk

The destination for today is Namche Bazaar. We cross the river over the Dudh Koshi River where we say farewell to the beautiful village of Phakding and head towards Namche Bazaar.

Following the trail along the Dudh Koshi River, take in the views and soak up the energy of the Khumbu region. We cross 3 suspension bridges over the river and hike up to the village of Monjo, which is also known as the gateway to the Sagarmatha National Park. Your team leader or guide will take care of the necessary formalities required to enter the national park. The trail from Monjo descends to Larja Dobhan, which is at the confluence of the Bhote Koshi and the Dudh Koshi River. After crossing the Hilary bridge over the river 150 feet below, you will hopefully get your first view of the majestic Mt Everest. This is always a powerful moment. We then continue on for a tough couple of hours hiking until we reach Namche Bazaar. The remaining day can be spent exploring Namche Bazaar. The night will be spent at a lodge in Namche Bazaar.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Small settlements like Zam Fute, Toktok, Bengkar, Chhamuwa, Gumela, the views of various ancient monasteries, Chortens, the view of Rhododendron and Magnolia forests, the roaring Dudh Koshi River along the trail, and the first view of Mt. Everest.)

Day Day 05: Namche Bazaar - a day for acclimatisation 5 5-6 hours walk

Reaching Namche Bazaar means we are already above 3000m which is great for acclimatisation. Although this is a day to stick around this height, there is no rest. In order to acclimatise, we will take a challenging hike to the nearby villages like Khunde and Khumjung or hike up to the old Sherpa village of Thame. We will also have enough time to visit the museum and National Park Headquarters. Once we are back after our hike, you can spend the remainder of the day exploring the amazing streets of Namche. Grab a coffee or visit the German Bakery. You will spend the night at a lodge in Namche Bazaar.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: An insight into the lifestyle of the Sherpa people in the villages of Khunde, Namche, Khumjung or even Thame. Enjoy the surrounding views of Mt. Everest, Shyangboche panorama and the view of the longest Mani wall in the Khumbu Region. Museum, the National Park Headquarters.)

10 Day Day 6: Trek to Dole (4,200m/13,779ft) 6 4-5 hours walk

Today is the fourth day of the trek and our destination is Dhole. Leaving Namche Bazaar behind, an easy walk will take us to Kyangjuma that offers one of the best views of towering peaks around. The walk continues through the rhododendron forests until we reach Sanasa, which is a major trail junction of the Gokyo Valley and the Everest Base Camp trek. Leaving the Everest Base Camp trail, we follow the stone steps trail that lies on our left hand side and walk towards Mong. From Mong, a slight descent will take us to the bank of the Dudh Koshi River as we cross Phortse Thanga. We hike up till Tenga, following the bank of the Dudh Koshi River. From here, leaving the bank of the river, we further hike up to Dhole through birch and rhododendron forest. The night will be spent at a lodge in Dhole.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Splendid views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Khumbila (a sacred mountain of the patron god of the Khumbu region, first view of Ama Dablam, Lhotse Shar, Taboche, Kangtega & Thamserku, longest Mani wall (prayer stone) in the Khumbu region. Local Fauna like musk deer, Himalayan thar, pheasants.)

11 Day Day 7: Trek to Gokyo (4,790m/15,715ft) 7 5-6 hours walk

Today is the fifth day of the trek and will take us to one of the most scenic places on the entire trip and the entire region, the amazing Gokyo Valley.

We first climb up the valley ridge and hike for a couple of hours before we then climb to the base of the first lake after crossing another bridge. The first Gokyo lake (Lonspunga Tso) has an amazing backdrop so we will stop for a rest and some photos. We continue towards the second Gokyo lake (Taujung Tsho). Following the west bank of the glacier, we walk up to the third Gokyo lake (Gokyo Tsho). On reaching the lake the walk continues till the east bank of the lake where lodges are located. The remaining day will be spent exploring the lakes and glacier. The night will be spent at a lodge in Gokyo.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Amazing Gokyo valley, the turquoise coloured lakes and amazing views of Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori and Thamserku, Gokyo Village.)

Day Day 8: 2nd Acclimatisation Day of the trek 8 – Gokyo Village (4750m/15,715ft)

Today is the sixth day of the trek and is spent exploring the valley for more acclimatisation. Firstly, we climb up the Gokyo RI (5,630m) above the village on the northern edge of the lake. We spend some time relishing the views of the magnificent mountains around at this significant height which again helps with our ‘Hike high, sleep low’ plan. We then descend and hike back down to the village where we relax and enjoy some lunch on the glacier. Depending on how the group are doing, we can choose to hike further up the valley to see Cho Oyu and the additional Gokyo lake at the top of the valley.

The night will be spent at a lodge in Gokyo Valley.

12 Day Day 09: Trek to Dragnak (4,700m/15,419ft) 9 5- 6 hours walk

Today is the seventh day of the trek and our destination is Dragnag. Leaving the Third Lake behind, we start the hike super early as we need to walk across the Ngozumba glacier.

We cross the glacier before the sun gets stronger, as during the sunny days the ice melts making the trail a little bit challenging and difficult to walk. After crossing the glacier, following the east bank of the glacier, we slightly descend to Dragnag. The rest of the day can also be spent hiking nearby hills, which helps to acclimatise. The night will be spent at a lodge in Dragnag.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Classic trail across Ngozumba glacier, view of small ice lakes formed by the glacier.)

Day Day 10: Trek to High Chola Pass and 10 walk down to Dzonglha (4,830m/15,846ft)

Today is the eighth day of the trek and our destination is Dzongla via Chola pass which is our destination for the day. Chola Pass (5,420m).

Initially, we hike up the steep section crossing Chola Phedi. Th trail then drops down to the bottom of the Chola pass. The trail here is icy, slippery and difficult to cross so we will take our time here. We then have another steep section which a rocky ascent and will eventually take us to the top of the Chola Pass. As you reach the top, you will be met by prayer flags blowing in the wind and the awesome views below of Gokyo Valley. After spending some time here to rest, we will descend to Dzongla (use of crampons are sometimes needed) The hike into Dzongla is fairly an easy walk. The night will be spent at a lodge in Dzongla.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Magnificent views of Ama Dablam & Cholatse and the Gokyo Valley from Cho La pass. Experience the steep and difficult ascent of Cho La pass and take in the grand view of Cholatse North face from Dzongla.)

13 Day Day 11: Trek to Lobuche (4,910m/16,108ft) 11 4-6 hours walk

Today is the ninth day of the trek and our destination is Lobuche. From Dzongla, the trail continues to descend east, crossing Chola and then taking the trail on the left side, we continue to hike up where the trail then meets the Everest Base Camp trail. We hike for an hour or so from here until we reach Lobuche. After having lunch, we also hike a bit higher for acclimatisation to explore the Khumbu Glacier. The night will be spent at a lodge in Lobuche.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Splendid views of mountains and glaciers, memory hill where memorial stones of climbers who lost their lives in the surrounding mountains, views of the Khumbu and Lobuche glacier.)

Day Day 12: Trek to Gorekshep and Visit 12 Everest Base camp (5,364m/17,598ft)

Today we reach the majestic Everest Base Camp. Following the trail along the Khumbu Glacier, the hike continues towards Gorakshep past Lobuche glacier, pyramid, Lobuche pass and the confluence of Changri Nup, Changri Shar and Khumbu glacier. As we depart Gorakshep, the walk continues on some difficult glacial moraine. This route does change year on year so we will find the safest route through this area. We will eventually reach the historic Everest base camp and also hike up to the Khumbu Icefall which is the start of the Everest summit route. We will spend some time here taking it all in and taking photos and then walk back to Gorakshep for an overnight stay. The night will be spent at a lodge in Gorakshep.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Wonderful view of Kala Patthar, Mt. Pumori, Mahalangur, Lingtern, Khumbutse, and Nuptse, the view of Changri Nup, Changri Shar, Khumbu Glacier, north ridge of Mt. Everest, ice fall and the base camp of Mt. Everest.)

14 Day Day 13: Hike to Kalapatthar and Trek to Chhukung (4,730m/15,518ft) 13 3-4 hours

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 14: Trek to Island Peak Base camp (5,200m/17,060ft) 14 3-4 hours

It’s time to get closer to the big one, Island Peak. Therefore, Island Peak base camp is the destination for us for today. We first walk towards the south and then towards the main valley in the east. Initially the trail is quite easy along the stream that heads towards the mountain. It then turns rocky trail and becomes glacial as we cross Lhotse glacier and Imja glacial moraine. We then reach the base camp Island peak.

We also include some training for the summit attempt if you havn’t used Ice Axe or crampons previously. The night will be spent in a tented camp at the base camp Island Peak.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Experience of rocky and glacial trail, glacial moraines created by Imja and Lhotse, view of Imja Tsho and south western face of the Island Peak and a night in a tented camp.)

15 Day Day 15: Island Peak High Camp (5,600m/18,372ft) 15 2-3 hours

The Island Peak High Camp is the destination for the day. A 2-3 hour hike through the narrow slopes and rigid paths will take us to our destination. On reaching the high camp, the tents will be set, the gears and equipment will be re- checked, your boots will be fitted with crampons and you will be provided with the last minute techniques for the next day’s climb. If possible, we also take you for some fun ice/rock climbing nearby high camp to practice for the next days challenge. We head to bed early as we need to get up in the early hours. The night will be spent in a tent at the high camp Island Peak. Enjoy the stars here tonight.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Narrow, rigid trail, view of mountains and glaciers surrounding Island Peak, and another night in a tented camp.)

Day 16: Island Peak summit (6,189m/20,305ft) Day & return back to Chhukung. 16 8-10 hours

Today we reach the main destination of the trek that is the summit of Island Peak. We start as early as possible to get a head start. Using the techniques taught by the climbing leader over the last couple of days, we make our way through short rock steps, crevasses, seracs, 40-45 degree slopes, out of the summit glacier and finally up to the summit.

We spend some time here taking photos and taking it all in. You did it, you climbed a 6000m peak!

We then descend and hike all the way down to high camp. We collect our belongings and remaining gear and walk all the way down to Chhukung. It is the longest hike of the entire trip so you will need the sleep tonight. Therefore, in the evening, you can relax the tired muscles and have a beer in the lodge. The night will be spent at a lodge in Chhukhung.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Summit Island peak 6,189m, experience of seracs, crevasses, icy slopes 40-45 degree, the stunning views of surrounding peaks like Lhotse, Lhotse Middle, Lhotse Shar, Nuptse in the north, Makalu in the east and Baruntse and Ama Dablam in the south from the summit.)

16 Day 17 Day 17: Trek to Khumjung (3,780m/12,402ft) Khumjung is the destination for the day. Leaving the Chhukung Valley, we walk all the way down to Khumjung past other major settlements like Dingboche, Pangboche and Tengboche; through the forest of Rhododendron and pine. On reaching Khumjung, we check into the lodge, where you can finally enjoy a hot shower to relax your tired muscles. The night will be spent at a lodge in Khumjung.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: View the local Sherpa culture in villages like Dingboche, Pangboche, and Tengboche, view of various monasteries, chortens and Mani walls decorated with colorful prayer flags )

Day Day 18: Trek to Namche (3,440m/11,283ft) 18 4-5 hours

Namche Bazaar is the destination for the day. Leaving the beautiful village under the steep rock of Khumbui Yul Lha with a number of beautiful houses and the views of Kangtega, Thamserku and Ama Dablam the walk continues through the ridge towards the fairly easier trail that takes us to the village of Namche. The remaining day can be spent exploring Namche. There is plenty to see and do. There is even a great Irish Pub here, Why not!

The night will be spent at a lodge in Namche Bazaar.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Beautiful settlement of Khumjung and the stunning views of Kangtega, Thamserku and Ama Dablam for the village, and some quality time at Namche Bazaar.)

17 Day Day 19: Trek to Lukla (2,652m/8,700ft) 19 5-6 hours

Lukla is the destination for the day. After a quick breakfast, we drop down to cross the Hilary bridge as we bid farewell to Everest as here is the final view of the trip.

Take in the return trek through Monjo and Phakding where we passed on the way up and remember what you have achieved. We will spend the evening celebrating in the lodge in Lukla before we head to bed for our final night in the mountains.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Last view of Mt. Everest and Kongde RI, views of other peaks, Rhododendron and Magnolia forest, roaring Bhote Koshi and Dudh Koshi rivers, a dozen of Sherpa settlements and an insight on their lifestyle, view of a number of monasteries, Chortens, Mani walls and prayer flags.)

Day 20 Day 20: Fly to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft) Today is the last day in the Khumbu region, which means Kathmandu is the destination for the day. The flights are scheduled early, normally between 7am and 9am. Our Sherpas will carry your luggage to the airport, while other formalities will be taken care by your team leader. Once back in Kathmandu we will head back to the hotel and relax. The day can either be spent resting at the hotel or exploring the citiy of Kathmandu. In the evening, we meet to discuss the trip and have our farewell dinner.

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: 35 min scenic flight, farewell dinner)

Day 21 Day 21: Departure Day Today is the last day of your trip in Nepal with EverTrek. If your flight is scheduled early morning, then one of our company reps will escort you to the airport as per your flight departure time. But, if the flight is scheduled later in the evening, you can go shopping and collect a few mementos or simply hang around shopping areas in Kathmandu. What an amazing trip!

18 equipment list

Over the years, we have gained an incredible amount of experience and expertise in outdoor equipment and clothing. We have applied this to each trip that we offer and recommend what we believe to be the most suitable items for your trip. The packed weight of your trek bag while trekking should be no more than 15 kgs. It is possible to leave clothes or other items not required on trek at the group hotel. We suggest you bring the following Items:

Hiking boots Water bottles 1 Litre x2 Socks Washbag and toiletries Trekking trousers Toilet paper (you can also buy this in the lodges if necessary) Underwear Antibacterial handwash Baselayer shirts Travel towel Fleece jacket or warm jumper Selection of dry bags (to keep Waterproof jacket trek bag contents dry) Warm Down Jacket Small padlock (to lock trek bag) Sunhat/Warm hat/Beanie Daypack roughly 30 litres Neck Buff Sleeping bag (comfort rated –10ºC)* Sunglasses Basic First Aid Kit including: Thermal gloves antiseptic cream, throat Warm and waterproof gloves lozenges, diarrhoea treatment (Imodium), altitude (Diamox), or mittens painkillers, plasters and blister Headtorch and spare batteries treatment, insect repellent, and re-hydration salts (Dioralite). Sun protection Glucose tablets and multi-vitamin tablets are also a good idea.

The following items are optional:

Trekking poles Sleeping bag liner Trainers or similar Ear plugs (particularly if for use in the lodges you are not the one snoring) Spare laces Travel clothes Shorts Camera Long johns (thermal underwear) Pen-knife (remember to pack sharp objects in hold baggage) Gaiters Repair kit (eg. needle, thread, duct tape)

19 climbing equipment for island peak

Ice Axe Ascender A general mountaineering ice axe. Size according One right or left-handed ascender (pick your to height; under 5'2'' use a 50cm axe, 5'3'' to 5'5'' dominant hand to choose which style ascender). use a 55 cm axe, 5'6'' to 5'9'' use a 60 cm axe, This item must be in good condition. 5'10'' to 6'0'' use a 65 cm axe, above 6'0'' Carabiners use a 70 cm axe. Two non-locking, lightweight D-shaped wiregate Crampons carabiners. Wiregate carabiners are stronger, General mountaineering crampons. lighter, and easier to use than older We recommend modern steel 12-point round-gate carabiners. crampons with anti-balling plates. We do Belay Device not recommend 10-point, aluminium, or single piece rigid crampons. The traction offered by Modern tube-style belay device. Avoid super- a 12-point crampon is superior to that of a specialized belay devices which cannot 10-point; steel crampons stand up to the accept a wide variety of rope diameters. rigors of potential time spent walking on rock Expedition Mittens in crampons; one-piece crampons often Expedition-rated mittens with an insulated break or do not fit modern boots well. removable liner. Please be sure this mitten is the Accessory Cord warmest model available by any manufacturer.

Thirty (30) feet of 6mm accessory Climbing Helmet cord is required. A lightweight climbing-specific helmet. This must Harness & 2 locking Carabiners fit comfortably over your bare head, hat, and/or A fully adjustable alpine climbing harness balaclava, and your headlamp must be able to with gear loops. Fully separating leg loops strap securely to the outside of the helmet. & waistbelt are required. Bring two locking You can hire all of this gear in Kathmandu and carabiners in addition to the harness, which some in Chuukung (near Island Peak) if you will be used only with the harness. don’t want to purchase the entire list.

20 free equipment hire

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21 exteNd your adventuRe

When booking your trip with Bucket List Adventure Travel, you will be able toBook ‘Add On’s’ on our booking gateway.

Chitwan National Park Everest Mountain Flight Jungle Safari Extension 1 Day From £225 per person 5 days From £350 per person The Everest mountain flight is an hour The jungles of southern Nepal are an long early morning flight in Kathmandu interesting counterpoint to trekking to the high Himalayan range to the north in the foothills or the high Himalaya. east of Nepal. Views of Mount Everest (8,850 meters) & other peaks in the We provide a stay in a comfy lodge and surrounding area. Re-trace your steps, a relaxing base for a wildlife safari and this time by air. cultural village experience. During a Jungle Safari you will be accompanied by an expert guide on safari by jeep View more details by boat and on foot.

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22 geneRal information

The 15 Days Everest Base Camp trek is a full board package that ensures the benefit of all meals and accommodation during the trek with bed and breakfast being included in Kathmandu. Passport & Visas

A passport with 6 months remaining validity at the end of your stay is generally required. The information that we provide is for UK passport holders. Please check the relevant embassy or consulate for other nationalities. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct travel documents and visas for your holiday. Visa requirements and charges are subject to change without notice. If you are travelling outside the EU you should have at least 2 blank pages in your passport for each country that you visit. Transit Via India

If you are travelling via India (Delhi or Calcutta) to your destination you may also require a visa for India. This may apply even if you are not leaving the airport unless your baggage has been checked all the way through to your destination. Generally, if you use the same carrier for both legs of your journey, you will not need an India Visa. Visa Nepal

All nationalities require a visa. $40 for 30 days, $100 for 90 days and is obtainable on arrival. Payment must be made in cash and USD, GBP or Euros are accepted. You will require 2 passport photos.

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