Guide

1 professional, licensed and English speaking mountain guide. One guide cum porter for solo trekker One Assistant Guide for more than 6 people

Transport

Airport pickl up and drop All land transportation as per itinerary

Accommodation

2 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu, including breakfast (Hotel Thamel Park or similar 3-star hotel) Basic guesthouse accommodation during the trekking

Others

Airport picks up and drops off upon arrival and departure in Kathmandu (International and domestic both). Pre-trek meeting. Well-experienced English-speaking assistant guide if the group size exceeds 10+ persons. One robust porter for two trekkers, and we will provide only a guide cum porter for solo trekkers. All necessary trekking permits: Sagarmatha National Park and Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) fee. First aid medical kit and seasonal fruits Peregrine Treks’ sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, and area trekking map. All applicable taxes as per the government rules and regulations. All organizational requirements.

Meals

Full board meal during the trek (Main course - breakfast, lunch and dinner) Breakfast in Kathmandu Hotel

Hygieneprotocol

The safety of our guests and staff is a top priority and we are monitoring the evolving Coronavirus/COVID-19 situation closely. All of our guides are fully vaccinated to protect their safety and the safety of all visitors. We are taking recommended prevention and response measures, including: •Our Tour Guides will be wearing a mask throughout the duration of the tour and wearing gloves when sanitizing, taking temperatures, opening/closing doors, and providing sanitizer to guests. •Guides will take their temperatures frequently to monitor for fever and will not work if they are sick. After an illness, a guide can return to work after receiving a negative test for COVID-19 or having no fever for 14 days. •Before leaving our dispatch, each Tour Guide will ensure that all surfaces in the vehicle are properly sanitized and wiped down. •Prior to any guest entering the vehicle at their pickup location our Tour Guide will use a non-contact thermometer to ensure that anyone with a fever or anyone travelling with others who have a fever (temperature must be less than 100.4ºF (38.0ºC)) do not enter the vehicle. •The front seat will be off-limits to guests. •In the event that a guest jeopardizes the health and safety of another guest, a guide, or a partner employee or customer (e.g. refuses to wear a mask, refuses to abide by social distancing guidelines, etc.), they will be removed from the tour, and no refund will be issued. •During the excursion our Tour Guides will be the only individuals to open and close the doors of the vehicle. •Guests will wear a mask for the duration of the tour, except in locations where masks are not required. Guests are required to supply their own masks. Guests without masks will not be allowed to take the tour and no refund will be given. Guests under the age of 5 or who are medically compromised will not be required to wear a mask per CDC guidelines. Children ages 5 and over are required to wear a face covering. •Guests will refrain from physical contact with our guide, other guests not in their party, partner staff, or other patrons while maintaining 6-foot social distancing guidelines. •At each stop when guests exit the vehicle our Tour Guide will use sanitary wipes to disinfect commonly touched areas inside the vehicle. •Upon getting back into the vehicle our Tour Guide will provide hand sanitizer or wipes for each customer. •At the end of each tour all surfaces inside the vehicle will be sanitized and wiped down. •We will limit the number of guests on our tours to 8 people. •We are expanding our communications about our refund policy to ensure anyone who is not feeling well will receive a full refund for the tour if cancelled. •Our leadership team will continue to actively monitor the recommendations from the CDC, WHO, and OHA and implement best-practices accordingly. •When you place your reservation we collect your name, email address, phone number, and home address so that if we receive notification that a guest has tested positive for COVID-19 we can contact all other guests that were on that tour. As always, we will communicate clearly and directly about our plans and activities to continue to offer our tours in the safest possible environment.

Flights

Domestic flight Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu for guest and guide inclusive of all taxes and transfers.

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Others

Nepal visa (USD 25 for 15 days and USD 40 for 30 days). Your international flight to and from Nepal. Travel insurance (for helicopter evacuation if needed while trekking). Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, internet/e-mail, etc. Bar and beverage bills. Tips for guide, porter, driver.

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Day 1 Arrival In Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival In Kathmandu

A representative from our team will wait for you at the arrival terminal of Kathmandu airport. Make sure that you look after a person with your nameplate! The representative will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Kathmandu. As you check into the hotel, the representative will give you a synopsis of our plans. Tonight, spend your time at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Accommodation: Hotel Thamel Park or a similar hotel
Day 2 Fly To Lukla And Trek To Phakding (2,652M/8,699Ft). Walking Duration: 3 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fly To Lukla And Trek To Phakding (2,652M/8,699Ft). Walking Duration: 3 Hours

We will pick you up in the early morning and escort you to the domestic terminal of Kathmandu airport. Here, we catch a flight that will take us to the Lukla airport in the Khumbu region of Nepal. The region is probably one of Nepal’s most loved and frequented trekking regions. It takes pride in having the world’s highest mountain, i.e., Everest. The flight to Lukla is full of magnificent mountain views. As you land at the airport, meet our remaining crew in Lukla for your journey. From Lukla, we follow a trail that drops to Dudhkoshi River and goes up gradually along a well-marked path to Phakding. Tonight, spend your time at a guesthouse in Phakding.

Flight Duration: 30 Minutes

Walking Distance: 8 Kilometers

Duration: 3 Hours

Accommodation: Guest House

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)

Note: As per the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal, the Lukla flight will be from Ramechhap instead of Kathmandu. So, we will provide Kathmandu to Ramechhap and Ramechhap to Kathmandu transportation.
Day 3 Trek To Namche (3,440M/11,283Ft) Walking Duration: 5-6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Namche (3,440M/11,283Ft) Walking Duration: 5-6 Hours

The days are going to get more interesting ahead. As we leave Phakding, we follow a trail that traverses through the Sagarmatha National Park. We march ahead through a forested area enriched with various species of floras and faunas. We pass attractive Sherpa villages like Monjo and Jorsale on Namche.

The trail from Phakding to Namche undulates up and down many times. It can be pretty tiring, but the pristine air, amazing views, and the quest to reach the world’s top will keep you going. Tonight, spend your time at a guesthouse in Namche.

Walking Distance: 10-12 kilometers

Duration: 6 Hours

Accommodation: Local Tea House (Sherpa Family Owned)

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)
Day 4 Acclimatization And Short Hike To Everest View Hotel (3,865M/12,670Ft) Walking Duration: 3 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Acclimatization And Short Hike To Everest View Hotel (3,865M/12,670Ft) Walking Duration: 3 Hours

Today, you are at Namche, which means you are already at around 3440 meters. Therefore, we stop and take our time to acclimatize in Namche. Namche Bazaar is a vibrant town in the Khumbu region. It is the only gateway to Everest, crowded with hotels, lodges, cyber cafes, shops, etc.

After breakfast at the guesthouse, we hike up to Everest View Hotel. From here, one can get some close-up views of the mountains in the Everest region. You will be blessed with some fascinating views of mountains like Mt. Everest, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Cho-Oyu, Mt. Thamserku, Mt. Tawache, and many more.

After exploring the place for a while, we return to Namche overnight. On the way, we visit a photo gallery, a museum, and a few Sherpa villages. Tonight, we stayed at a guesthouse in Namche.

Walking Distance: 3-4 Kilometers

Duration: 2-3 Hours

Accommodation: Guest House

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)
Day 5 Trek To Dole (4,200M/13,779Ft) Duration: 5-6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Dole (4,200M/13,779Ft) Duration: 5-6 Hours

Today, we diverse from the classic trail to Everest Base Camp and head towards Dole. The trail is flat and fairly easy up to Mong.

In Mong, there is a pass called Mong La. We cross the pass and walk along a beautiful trail full of dense rhododendron and oak forests. It is a beautiful experience to walk in the shadows of dense trees with energizing mountains accompanying you. We continue our walk until we reach Dole.

Tonight, spend your time at a guesthouse in Dole.

Walking Distance: 11 kilometers

Duration: 6-7 Hours

Accommodation: Guest House

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)
Day 6 Trek To Machhermo (4,470M/14,665Ft) Duration: 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Machhermo (4,470M/14,665Ft) Duration: 6 Hours

Wake up and enjoy breakfast with some fantastic views of the Himalayas. We follow a trail toward the Gokyo valley. We climb uphill slowly and gradually, relishing the incredible views of the Himalayan vistas. As we go up in a higher elevation region, drink plenty of water and regularly stroll until we reach Machhermo.

Upon arrival, explore the area that would help you acclimate to the rising elevation. Tonight, spend your time at a guesthouse in Machhermo.

Walking Distance: 6 kilometers

Duration: 06 Hours

Accommodation: Guest House

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)
Day 7 Trek To Gokyo Valley (4790M/15,715Ft) Duration: 4-5 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Gokyo Valley (4790M/15,715Ft) Duration: 4-5 Hours

After breakfast, we continue with a trail to Gokyo valley. We walk slowly and gradually, hydrating ourselves with plenty of water. After a few hours’ walk, we will find ourselves in the beautiful Gokyo village.

In the village, we confront Dudh Pokhari Lake, one of the Gokyo lakes in the valley. We explore the village for a while and end our day with a delicious dinner at the guesthouse. Tonight, spend your time at a guesthouse in Gokyo valley.

Walking Distance: 6.8 kilometers

Duration: 4-5 Hours

Accommodation: Guest House

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)
Day 8 Hike To Gokyo Ri (5357M/18,166Ft) And Trek To Machhermo (4,470M/14,665Ft) Duration 6-7 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hike To Gokyo Ri (5357M/18,166Ft) And Trek To Machhermo (4,470M/14,665Ft) Duration 6-7 Hours

Prepare for a surprise, as the day will offer you the best! Early in the morning, we ascend to the Gokyo Ri. It is a popular vantage point in the Everest region of Nepal. From the top of the Ri, we will be rewarded with astonishing views of towering mountains and the beautiful turquoise-colored Gokyo lakes in the shadows of those beautiful Himalayas.

After some memorable moments at the Ri, we returned to our guesthouse and collected our bags for a journey back to Macchermo. We retrace our steps back via the same route to Macchermo today. Tonight, spend your time at a guesthouse in Macchermo.

Walking Duration: 6-7 Hours

Accommodation: Guest House

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)
Day 9 Trek To Namche (3,440M/11,283Ft) Duration: 6-7 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Namche (3,440M/11,283Ft) Duration: 6-7 Hours

Leaving Machhermo, we continue towards the heart of the Khumbu region, i.e., Namche Bazaar. It’s a simple walk down the vibrant town with some magnificent views of mountains and dense forests.

We returned to Namche Bazaar via the same path we had taken earlier. If we reach Namche early, we can explore the market area and interact with locals for the remaining time. Tonight, spend your time at a guesthouse in Namche.

Walking Distance: 10.8 kilometers

Duration: 6-7 Hours

Accommodation: Guest House

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)
Day 10 Trek To Lukla (2,860M/9,383Ft) Duration: 7 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Lukla (2,860M/9,383Ft) Duration: 7 Hours

After enjoying some impressive views of mountains in the Everest region of Nepal from Namche, we start our journey back to Lukla. We descend along the same well-paved path to Lukla along Jorsale, Monjo, and Phakding. The lush forests and unique mountainous terrain keep us engaged throughout the trek. Tonight, spend your night at a guesthouse in Lukla.

Walking Distance: 18-19 Kilometers

Duration: 7 Hours

Accommodation: Guest House

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)
Day 11 Fly To Kathmandu Duration: 40 Minutes
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fly To Kathmandu Duration: 40 Minutes

In the morning, we take an early flight to Kathmandu. Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, we will drop you at your hotel in Kathmandu. You have two options for the day–explore the streets and malls for shopping or visit some places you want to explore but are not included in the trek. Tonight, spend your time at a hotel in Kathmandu.

  Flight Duration: 30 Minutes

  Accommodation: Hotel Thamel Park

  Meal: Breakfast (Included)

Note: As per the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal, the Lukla flight will be from Ramechhap instead of Kathmandu. So, we will provide Kathmandu to Ramechhap and Ramechhap to Kathmandu transportation.
Day 12 Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Departure

Today, fly home from Kathmandu or continue your travel to some other destinations around the globe. We will drop you at the airport three hours before your scheduled flight. We hope you had a great time with us. Thank you, and have a safe journey home.

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Everest Gokyo Lake Trekking

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Itinerary of your trip Everest Gokyo Lake Trekking

Arrival In Kathmandu

Fly To Lukla And Trek To Phakding (2,652M/8,699Ft). Walking Duration: 3 Hours

Trek To Namche (3,440M/11,283Ft) Walking Duration: 5-6 Hours

Acclimatization And Short Hike To Everest View Hotel (3,865M/12,670Ft) Walking Duration: 3 Hours

Trek To Dole (4,200M/13,779Ft) Duration: 5-6 Hours

Trek To Machhermo (4,470M/14,665Ft) Duration: 6 Hours

Trek To Gokyo Valley (4790M/15,715Ft) Duration: 4-5 Hours

Hike To Gokyo Ri (5357M/18,166Ft) And Trek To Machhermo (4,470M/14,665Ft) Duration 6-7 Hours

Trek To Namche (3,440M/11,283Ft) Duration: 6-7 Hours

Trek To Lukla (2,860M/9,383Ft) Duration: 7 Hours

Fly To Kathmandu Duration: 40 Minutes

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