Kathmandu Cultural Tour – 1/2 day – $50US

Head out and explore Kathmandu with your newly-formed trekking crew, an English-speaking guide and visit some of the most historic, iconic tourist sites including:

• The Monkey Temple
• Swayambhunath Stupa

All transport, entrance fees, rooftop lunch and bottled water are taken care of.

Explore & Sleep Above the Clouds (+ $1200 AUD) (Available in April)

• Two nights accommodation at Everest Base Camp
• Helicopter flight from EBC to Lukla (avoid return hike)

Experience what it’s like to stay at Everest Base Camp alongside expeditions preparing to summit Mt Everest. Dine under the stars, hear stories from Sherpa mountaineers and wake up in one of the coolest places on earth. You’ll also have the chance to walk to the bottom of the infamous Khumbu Icefall. To complete your epic journey, take to the skies in a private helicopter and fly over the stunning route you’ve trekked. Arrive and overnight in Lukla before departing for Kathmandu the next day. This option is the same duration as the standard trek.

Ultimate EBC Trek & Wind-Down (+ $1800 AUD) (Available in April)

• One night accommodation at Everest Base Camp
• Helicopter flight from EBC to Lukla
• Two nights luxury accommodation at Gorkana Forest Resort

After staying at Everest Base Camp for a night to soak up the majesty of the Khumbu Glacier, take to the skies with a private helicopter flight back to Lukla for an overnight stay, before returning to Kathmandu. After the exertion of the last week trekking, you’ll be pampered, massaged and brought back life in the salubrious surroundings of Gorkana Forest Retreat for the next two days. With an indoor pool, 18-hole golf course, luxury spa and yoga retreat you’ll be back in perfect condition in no time at all. This option is the same duration as the standard trek.

Cost: $3,990 per person – twin share. (Single Supplement Price $500 paid in addition to above price)

INCLUSIONS:

• Airport collection and drop off in Kathmandu
• Return airfare and taxes from Kathmandu to Lukla
• All hotels and teahouses for the 14 days listed in the itinerary. We will stay at Manaslu Hotel in Kathmandu, and in a variety of teahouses while on the trek, including The Pyramid Research Station just outside Lobuche and overnight in tents at Everest Base Camp (April only)
• All meals (except where stated), soft drinks and water, local transport, guides, entrance fees etc.
• Responsible porter service
• Certified trekking guide, wilderness first aid, certified group leader, assistant guide and chef
• Medical first aid, oxygen and mask
• Conservation fees and TIMS permits for Everest Base Camp
• Arrival dinner in Kathmandu with Nepalese cultural program

EXCLUSIONS:

• International airfare to and from Event, and any additional helicopter transport in case of inclement weather
• Personal travel insurance
• Additional personal expenses including visa and passport fees
• Tips for guides and porters (approx. $150US)
• Additional accommodation and associated costs before or after the Event
• Specialist/specific personal gear and equipment suitable for the Event
• Additional sightseeing trips or optional extras
• Meals, other than those specified above
• Alcohol
• Fines or penalties incurred during the Event
• Medical and associated costs including medical evacuation
• Legal costs incurred during the Event

Flights:  Best Life Adventures do NOT include flights into and out of Nepal. You will need to book these, details will be provided after you register.

Insurance: Travel insurance is essential for this trip. Remember to get a policy that covers you for trekking to 6000m with emergency helicopter evacuation, and in case of trip cancellation (e.g. due to low numbers or weather conditions).

INCLUSIONS:

• Airport collection and drop off in Kathmandu
• Return airfare and taxes from Kathmandu to Lukla
• All hotels and teahouses for the 14 days listed in the itinerary. We will stay at Manaslu Hotel in Kathmandu, and in a variety of teahouses while on the trek, including The Pyramid Research Station just outside Lobuche and overnight in tents at Everest Base Camp (April only)
• All meals (except where stated), soft drinks and water, local transport, guides, entrance fees etc.
• Responsible porter service
• Certified trekking guide, wilderness first aid, certified group leader, assistant guide and chef
• Medical first aid, oxygen and mask
• Conservation fees and TIMS permits for Everest Base Camp
• Arrival dinner in Kathmandu with Nepalese cultural program

EXCLUSIONS:

• International airfare to and from Event, and any additional helicopter transport in case of inclement weather
• Personal travel insurance
• Additional personal expenses including visa and passport fees
• Tips for guides and porters (approx. $150US)
• Additional accommodation and associated costs before or after the Event
• Specialist/specific personal gear and equipment suitable for the Event
• Additional sightseeing trips or optional extras
• Meals, other than those specified above
• Alcohol
• Fines or penalties incurred during the Event
• Medical and associated costs including medical evacuation
• Legal costs incurred during the Event

Flights:  Best Life Adventures do NOT include flights into and out of Nepal. You will need to book these, details will be provided after you register.

Insurance: Travel insurance is essential for this trip. Remember to get a policy that covers you for trekking to 6000m with emergency helicopter evacuation, and in case of trip cancellation (e.g. due to low numbers or weather conditions).

Having the correct equipment and clothing for the trek to Everest Base Camp is essential, and whilst the weather is usually clear and cool during the vast majority of the expedition, as we’re in the mountains it can change in minutes.

What you decide to wear is very much a personal preference that you’ll tailor and simplify during your training for the adventure, but to help your decision making, our official gear partners, Wild Earth (based in Burleigh, Queensland) host our suggested packing list on their website.

DIETARY REQUIREMENTS:

If you have specific dietary requirements you’ll find travel throughout Nepal is fairly accommodating and caters for western tastes. On the trek itself the food options become more limited the higher we climb and we’ll always do our best to cater for food allergies, vegetarians and vegans. Please let us know in advance on your Participant Information form that will be issued to you once your pay your deposit.