NEPAL | EVEREST BASE CAMP We’re excited for you to join u s in Nepal on what will be an unforgettable adventure! All of us at OneSeed thank you for your support of our mission. Please review the attached schedule of events, expedition itinerary, and other materials to help prepare for your expedition. We are here to help you with any needs that may arise.
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ITINERARY OVERVIEW Day 1: Arrive to Kathmandu Day 2: Tour of Monkey Temple Day 3: Fly to Lukla and hike to Phakding Day 4: Hike to Namche Bazaar Day 5: Rest day in Namche Bazaar Day 6: Hike to Khumjung Day 7: Hike to Tengboche Day 8: Hike to Dengboche Day 9: Rest day in Dengboche Day 10: Hike to Lobuche Day 11: Reach Everest Base Camp Day 12: Hike to Pheriche Day 13: Hike to Tengboche Day 14: Hike to Namche Bazaar Day 15: Hike to Phakding Day 16: Hike to Lukla Day 17: Fly to Kathmandu Day 18: Farewell dinner in Kathmandu Day 19: International departures
ARRIVAL INFORMATION After collecting your bags and clearing customs, head straight towards the airport exit. A OneSeed staff member will be waiting for you just outside the arrival hall and will be wearing a OneSeed t-shirt and holding a sign. Beware of aggressive bag handlers demanding tips. If you don't see a OneSeed employee, stay at the airport and call the mobile number above or email [email protected] Itinerary, Mileage & Inclusions Day 1: Kathmandu (4,593ft/1400m). We pick you up at the airport. Arrive in Kathmandu and check into our OneSeed partner lodge in the heart of the ancient city of Patan. Catch up on some much-needed sleep and venture out for some dinner on your own.
Inclusions: Private airport transfers; accommodations
Day 2: Kathmandu (4,593ft/1400m). Spend the day exploring the Kathmandu Valley. Shake the jetlag with a visit to Swayambhunath, the “Monkey Temple”. Take in the views of the city from atop one of the most important Buddhist stupas in Nepal. Return around 1pm to spend the afternoon exploring the city on your own. In the evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner.
Inclusions: Breakfast (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); transportation; double occupancy accommodations); guided tour; welcome dinner (including vegetarian option); accommodations
Day 3: Kathmandu to Phakding (8,563ft/2610m). Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla. The flight takes about half an hour. From Lukla walk to the village of Phakding. This section will be around 3-4 hours long. On the way pass by yaks as you trace the banks of the Dudh-Koshi River. Upon arrival in Phakding, get your first taste of Himalayan life.
Total distance: Approximately 4 miles/3-4 hours trekking Inclusions: All meals (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); park entrance fee, trekking permit, transfers, flight to Lukla, double occupancy accommodations
Day 4: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (11,286ft/3440m). This difficult trek takes around 5- 6 hours, but you’ll struggle through it knowing you have a rest day in Namche. Arguably the hardest day of the expedition, you’ll be exhausted by the time you reach the village of Namche.
Total distance: Approximately 7.5 miles/5-6 hours trekking Inclusions: All meals (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); double occupancy accommodations Day 5: Namche Bazaar (11,286ft/3440m). Spend a rest day in Namche for altitude acclimatization and rest before the next ascent. Spend your day hiking to Everest View Point, an optional 2 hour hike with rewarding views.
Inclusions: All meals (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); double occupancy accommodations
Day 6: Trek from Namche to Khumjung (13,025ft/3970m). Begin your ascent from Namche, hiking high above the edges of the village. Descend down into the village of Khumjung. Khumjung is widely known as “the hidden valley” of the Khumbu and rests at the base of the sacred mountain Khumbilia. Khumjung is the largest village in Khumbu. It boasts inscripted stone walls and chortens (Buddhist stupas). Khumbu’s only secondary school, founded by Sir Edmund Hillary, is also found in this village. Take a short hike up to the monastery to view the yeti “scalp” at the Khumjung monastery.
Total distance: Approximately 3 miles/4 hours trekking Inclusions: All meals (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); double occupancy accommodations
Day 7: Khumjung to Tengboche (12,664/3860m). This segment includes the famous descent to the Dudh-Koshi River and the equally famous ascent along the rhododendron forests to Tengboche. Soak in views of Everest and Ama Dablam. Upon arrival in Tengboche, visit the local monastery and have a much deserved cup of tea.
Total distance: Approximately 6 miles/4 hours trekking Inclusions: All meals (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); double occupancy accommodations
Day 8: Tengboche to Dengboche (14,468ft/4410m). Continue your hike to Dengboche for about four hours as you take in the mountain views along the trail.
Total distance: Approximately 6 miles/4 hours trekking Inclusions: All meals (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); double occupancy accommodations
Day 9: Rest day in Dengboche (14,862ft/4530m). Rest day in Dengboche. Spend the day hiking around nearby villages or resting on the teahouse terrace with Ama Dablam soaring directly overhead.
Inclusions: All meals (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); double occupancy accommodations
Day 10: Dengboche to Lobuche (16,207/4940m). A summer village nestled high in the Himalaya, Lobuche has become a major trekking stop along the trail to base camp.
Total distance: Approximately 4 miles/5 hours trekking Inclusions: All meals (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); double occupancy accommodations Day 11: Lobuche to Everest Base Camp to Gorak Shep (16,942ft/5164m). Today is the big day! Everest Base Camp. Follow the trail along the western side of the Khumbu Valley and the views of Mount Pumori — “Everest’s daughter” — will accompany you. After a brief descent, reach Gorak Shep and take a short rest. Afterwards, take the final stretch of the trek as you hike an arduous four hours along the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier to reach Everest Base Camp at 17,598ft/5364m! You’ve arrived! Head back to Gorak Shep for some much deserved rest!
Total distance: Approximately 9 miles/8 hours trekking Inclusions: All meals (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); double occupancy accommodations
Day 12: Gorak Shep to Pheriche (14,341ft/4371m). Begin your descent down the Khumbu Valley, heading back the way you came.
Total distance: Approximately 6 miles/5-7 hours trekking Inclusions: All meals (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); double occupancy accommodations
Day 13: Pheriche to Tengboche (12,664/3860m). Continue your descent down the Khumbu valley and return to the village of Tengboche.
Total distance: Approximately 8.3 miles/6-8 hours trekking Inclusions: All meals (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); double occupancy accommodations
Day 14: Tengboche to Namche Bizarre (11,286ft/3440m). Enjoy Namche Bizarre wth a new viewpoint now that you've conquered Everest Base Camp!
Total distance: Approximately 9 miles/6 hours trekking Inclusions: All meals (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); double occupancy accommodations
Day 15: Namche to Phakding (8,563ft/2610m). Continue your descent the way you came.
Total distance: Approximately 11 miles/6 hours trekking Inclusions: All meals (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); double occupancy accommodations
Day 16: Phakding to Lukla (9,383ft/2860m). Take this three hour hike at a leisurely pace while marveling at the scenery around you.
Total distance: Approximately 4.3 miles/3 hours trekking Inclusions: All meals (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); double occupancy accommodations Day 18: Kathmandu (4,593ft/884m). Join your fellow expedition members for a farewell dinner and lots of toasting!
Inclusions: Breakfast (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); farewell dinner (vegetarian option available); accommodations
Day 19: Kathmandu (4,593ft/1400m). International flights depart.
Inclusions: Breakfast (Coffee, tea, water. Other options available for guest purchase); airport transfer
All itineraries are subject to change based on local conditions and the judgment of the guide. We reserve the right to modify the itinerary due to medical considerations or the ability of participants as judged by the guide. Packing List Duffle bag or backpack to be carried by our staff. Change of clothes for Kathmandu - to be kept in storage during expedition Medium/Heavyweight down jacket Fleece jacket or vest (1) Synthetic hiking pants (1) Rain Jacket Synthetic long underwear (top and bottom) Synthetic T-shirt Wool or synthetic hat Gloves Waterproof hiking boots Nylon-wool blend socks (2-3) Sandals/Crocs/Old Sneakers (for walking around the lodges/restrooms in the evening) Day pack Water bottle Headlamp Sunscreen Sunglasses Quick-dry towel Personal toiletries and medicine Sleeping bag w/ 15-20ºF rating Toilet paper in ziplock bag Ditty Bag and extra ziplock baggies for toilet paper waste on the trail Hand sanitizer
Optional Reading material for the trail OTC medications (Advil, Imodium, Pepto-bismol etc.) Hotel reservations for extended time in Nepal (if applicable) Guidebooks Camera Trekking poles Bandana (for dust and wind) Energy bars Yaktrax (especially useful for late fall and early spring trips) Outlet adapter (available to purchase in Kathmandu) Zip-lock bags for waterproofing passport and other valuables OneSeed MicroFinance Fund
OneSeed believes in entrepreneurship as a means of empowering local communities. We invest in small businesses through our microfinance partners in the countries we love and operate. 10% of total revenue from your expedition is loaned to entrepreneurs in need of capital.
How does OneSeed invest in entrepreneurs?
OneSeed partners with local microfinance institutions (MFIs) in each of the countries where we operate. OneSeed cycles 10% of our total revenue through these partners at no interest. Our partners then loan this capital to small-scale entrepreneurs as collateral-free, shared liability microcredit. Entrepreneurs repay the loan over the course of the loan term as they launch or expand their business.
Why micro-finance?
Whether you're growing rice in Nepal or starting a hair salon in Chile, you need capital to start your businesses. Microcredit is not a solution to poverty, but rather a tool to empower individuals looking to create opportunities through entrepreneurship.
Is OneSeed a non-profit or NGO?
OneSeed is a purpose-driven social enterprise. We are neither a non-profit nor a charity. We do not accept donations because we believe the most enduring and meaningful impact we can create is through business development.