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Heart of Everest
As close as you can get to the world?s highest mountain without actually climbing it! Heart of Everest takes you through the Khumbu region, Sherpa villages, Buddhist monasteries, and stunning natural scenery. Share the path with religious pilgrims, world class climbers, and traditional Tibetan and Sherpa traders as you make a demanding trek up to the peak of Kala Pathar (5623m/ 18450ft) and gives you a chance to visit the Everest Base Camp where you can look at the spectacular Khumbu Falls and visit some of the climbers preparing for the grueling ascent up Everest itself.
Trip Summary| Days: | 16 (13 days trekking) | | Type: | Trekking | | Group: | Maximum 12 people | | Difficulty: | Rigorous: Both high altitude and challenging terrain make this trek rigorous although rest days are planned to ensure acclimatization. | | Prices: | (2-4 people) $2110
(internal airfare) $190
(5+ people) $1910
(internal airfare) $190
(Single Supplement) $230 | | Originates: | Kathmandu |
Highlights- Views of the highest mountain peaks in the world- Everest, Nuptse 7879m/ 25850ft, Lhotse 8516m/ 27940ft, and Thamserku 6187m/ 20298ft.
- Trek through traditional Sherpa villages, and interact with people who are not only the best climbers in the world, but some of the most charming as well.
- Visit one of the region?s most important monasteries, Tengboche, which boasts a view of Everest that is especially stunning at sunset or sunrise.
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