Everest Trek with Chitwan Jungle Safari

Duration: 13 Days

The Everest-Chitwan adventures an exciting and fun filled holiday trip that takes you and your family from the highlands of the Everest region to the lowlands of Chitwan. This trip offers a close look at the mesmerizing beauty Mt. Everest and then immerses ourselves in the exotic jungles of Chitwan.

Starting from Lukla, we take the easy hike to Namche, where we experience the snowy beauty and the spectacular views of Everest towering above. After seeing Everest up close, and experiencing the Himalayan culture in the surrounding villages, we head back to Kathmandu and then, from there, travel to Chitwan. In Chitwan, basking in the warmth of the sun, one can explore the dense forest either on an elephant safari or in dugout canoes. We’ll see wild animals and experience the unique lifestyle of Tharu people, who still live in traditional villages. This trip enables you to see the variety of nature and culture, which is Nepal at its best.

Trip Highlights:

Historical cultural tour in Kathmandu.
Scenic flight to and from Lukla
Explore to Sharpa Capital town Namche Bazaar, Hillary school, Hospital
Visit Khumjung village via Everest view point Hotel.
Excursion around Namche
Wildlife Jungle Safari at Chitwan National park
Scenic drive back to Kathmandu from Chitwan national Park

Outline Itinerary:

Day 01: Kathmandu : Arrival Day
Day 02: Kathmandu to Lukla Flight and trek to Phakding (2,650) : 3 hours
Day 03: Trek Phakding to Namche bazaar (3,440m) : 5- 6 hours
Day 04: Acclimatization Day at Namche, hike to Khumjung village via Everest view hotel
Day 05: Free exploration day at Namche
Day 06: Trek Namche Bazaar to Phakding (2,600m) : 5- 6 hours
Day 07: Trek Phakding to Lukla (2,800m) : 3 -4 hours
Day 08: Fly back to Kathmandu
Day 09: Full day guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
Day 10: Drive to Chitwan National Park. Overnight at Resort
Day 11: Full-day in Chitwan National Park, with Jungle Safari. Overnight at Resort
Day 12: Safari ends and drive back to Kathmandu: 5-6 hours
Day 13: Farewell, flights home

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Day 01: Kathmandu : Arrival Day

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), you will be welcomed by a representative from Adventure Club Trek. After sorting out your custom formalities (visa and so on), you will be transferred to your respective hotel in Adventure Club Trek’s private vehicle. We will give you some time to freshen up at the Hotel. After this, you will attend an orientation about your trek led by the trekking leader over a welcome dinner.

Overnight at hotel. Welcome Dinner Included: .
Day 02: Kathmandu to Lukla Flight and trek to Phakding (2,650) : 3 hours

We will board an early morning flight from TIA to Tenzing and Hillary Airport in Lukla. Enjoy the 35 minutes flight which is considered one of the scenic flights with the best views of the mountains. Our trek begins after we land in Lukla. First, you will be introduced to our porters and as our team loads our trekking equipment, you can pass time by exploring the village. After everything is sorted, we begin by heading down towards the Dudh Kosi River and join the main trail to Namche Bazaar. Continue on the path to reach the village of Ghat(2,550m) and a short walk from here will take us to our destination, Phakding.

Overnight at guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 03: Trek Phakding to Namche bazaar (3,440m) : 5- 6 hours

fter breakfast, we head out to Namche Bazaar following the trail that goes through the pine forest alongside the Dudh Kosi River. We cross many rivers via suspension bridge during our trek. Before entering the Sagarmatha National Park we pass by Chumoa and Monjo villages. We do cross Sagarmatha National Park in our trek to the Base Camp. The park offers us a chance to glance at beautiful vegetation, rare animals and birds From here onwards it is a steep path to Namche Bazaar. As we climb higher, we are rewarded with spectacular views. Namche, also known as the gateway to Everest, has many restaurants, hotels, bakeries, exchange services, and internet cafes.

Overnight at guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 04: Acclimatization Day at Namche, hike to Khumjung village via Everest view hotel

Today we acclimatize in Namche, the biggest town in the Khumbu region. Acclimatizing is a major contributing factor to a successful trek in the Base Camp. First, we hike up to Everest View Hotel, one of the highest placed hotel, which provides a great view of the mighty Everest. On our way back, we make a stop at the local museum where local flora and fauna are in the display along with the history of the Everest region. Our final stop would be the Syangboche Airport, unpaved airstrip only used by helicopters. If you want to further explore Namche Bazaar, you have the option of a hike to Khumjung village which approximately takes around 5-6 hours. The village is famously known for Khumjung Monastery which houses a Yeti’s scalp. Also, visit the Khumjung School built by Sir Edmund Hillary Himalayan Trust in 1961. Return to Namche for a good night’s rest.

Overnight at guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 05: Free exploration day at Namche
Day 06: Trek Namche Bazaar to Phakding (2,600m) : 5- 6 hours
Day 07: Trek Phakding to Lukla (2,800m) : 3 -4 hours
Day 08: Fly back to Kathmandu
Day 09: Full day guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
Day 10: Drive to Chitwan National Park. Overnight at Resort
Day 11: Full-day in Chitwan National Park, with Jungle Safari. Overnight at Resort
Day 12: Safari ends and drive back to Kathmandu: 5-6 hours
Day 13: Farewell, flights home

Cost Includes

Airport and depature transfer by private tourist vehicle.
Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu on bed- and- breakfast basis
02 Nights / 03 days Chitwan jungle safari including Elephant safari.
Accommodation in Teahouse while trekking and Resort in Chitwan safari.
Airfare from Kathmandu – Lukla - Kathmandu including airport departure tax.
All meals (breakfasts, lunches, dinners) during the trek.
Full day guided city tour in kathmandu with world heritage entrance fees as listed in itinerary.
Welcome and farewell dinner
Fully- licensed, English-speaking guide trained in Wilderness First Aid.
Sherpa porters to carry your luggage during the trek (1 porter for 2 trekkers)
Assistant trekking guides walking with the group to support as necessary (1 assistant guide for 4 trekkers)
Staff costs including their salary transportation, accommodation domestic airfare, food and medicine.
Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion).
Trekking permit, national park / conservation entry fees for Everest Chitwan holidays.
Private transportation from Kathmandu - Chitwan - Kathmandu.
Travel & Rescue arrangement.
Adventure Club Trek T-shirt, Medical kid and trekking map.
Duffle bag for the trekking
All government and local taxes

Cost Excludes

Nepal entry visa
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
Personal expenses (alcoholic drinks, bottled water, cold drinks).
Personal travel insurance and medical bills.
International air fares/ flights (Fares and flights can be arranged upon the request).
Hot shower during the trekking.
Personal trekking equipment.
Insurance with helicopter evacuation.
Tips for guide, porters, driver (Tipping is expected, but it is not mandatory)

Flight Delay in Kathmandu and Lukla

The unpredictability of the weather in mountain areas directly affects the flights to and from Lukla. The Twin Otter planes that are used for transport from and to Lukla are reasonably reliable in good weather conditions. But, the flights may be delayed or canceled due to technical problems and extreme weather conditions.To ensure you stay on your schedule in case the Twin Otter flight cancels or delays too far, we can charter you a helicopter. While the helicopter can fly at the visibility of 15,000m, the Twin Otters require 5,000m visibility, according to Nepal Civil Aviation rules.

You can pay for the helicopter in US cash, credit cards or traveler’ cheques directly to our Kathmandu office. We provide a receipt for the payment which you can present to claim the amount back from your travel insurance company. Helicopter charges range from a minimum of US$500 to a maximum of US$2500. Also, we recommend you land in Kathmandu a day before we start the trek. You have enough time to buy trekking gears and beat off the jet lag. Having a few days extra left after your trek is also an excellent way to ensure you don’t miss your international flight in case of difficulties during the trek which might lengthen your trip. It also gives you a way to beat the flight cancellation to or from Lukla in case of severe weather.

Note: Your safety is of the utmost concern whilst you are traveling with Adventure Club Trek. We will make every effort possible to follow the original itinerary but we reserve the right to change that itinerary if a segment of it becomes a safety issue. Certain mountain regions are remote, natural disasters can happen, weather conditions can decline and there can be illness or an injury. To avoid dangerous situations we may occasionally have to make changes to the itinerary to ensure everyone’s safety. That having been said, Adventure Club Trek will strive to provide you with the best possible trekking experience and to keep your safety our number one priority. In case, the flight delay/cancellation happens at the start of the trip and it goes so long that it disturbs your onward travel schedule, you are free to choose an alternative trip: such a trek in the Annapurna, Langtang, or any other regions.

Pre-Trip Meeting

Prior to all the treks and expeditions, Adventure Club Trek hosts a pre-trip meeting in Kathmandu. The primary purpose of the meeting is to provide an opportunity for individuals to ask questions about the forthcoming trek and to introduce other team members. The meeting covers topics as diverse as personal equipment and acclimatization and usually involves a hike and some skills training. Pre-trip meeting is very important in order to have a better preparation of the trekking.

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Trip Facts

Trip Code ACTE-147
Trip Duration 13 Days
Destination Nepal
Trip Difficulty Easy-Moderate
Trip Style Tea House Trek
Accomodation Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu, Tea house while trekking and Resort in Chitwan safari.