Dumji Festival Trek

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Day 01

Day 02

Day 03

Day 04

Day 05

Day 06

Day 07

Day 08

Day 09

Day 10

Day 11

Day 12

Day 13

Day 14

Day 15

Day 16

Day 17

Day 18

Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

Our representative will pick you up from the airport after your landing and escort you to the Hotel.
You can complete the checking-in procedure and enjoy a night’s rest.

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Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Day 02

Kathmandu Sightseeing

After breakfast, you will be picked up from the hotel for an in-depth sightseeing tour of every important touristic landmark in Kathmandu.
Free time to do personal shopping and prepare for the trek.
Overnight in Kathmandu.

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Include during trek

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Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Day 03

Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding [Flight: 35 minutes [Trekking : 3 hours]

Catch a flight from Kathmandu and fly on a scenic route towards the gateway of the Everest Region, Lukla.
After landing, start our trek from Lukla to a small tranquil village of Phakding.
Overnight in Phakding.

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Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

2610m to 2840m

Day 04

Phakding to Namche Bazaar [Trekking : 6 hours]

Today’s trek will take us along a serene trekking trail through a lush Pine forest and along the Dudh Koshi River, Hillary Suspension Bridge to reach Monjo.
Make a stop at the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park for securing a permit and then hike further to pass Dudh Koshi, Bhote Koshi River, Jorsalle village, and Large Dovan to reach Chautara.
- From Chautara, climb a steep uphill for about an hour to reach Namche Bazaar.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

3440m

Day 05

Acclimatization day in Namche

Today, we will take a day’s stop in Namche to properly acclimatize our body to the high altitude to reduce the chance of getting Altitude Sickness.
We can hike around the glorious markets of Namche Bazaar, get to know the culture of the region, visit spiritual monasteries, roam around the lush greenery of the surrounding, and admire the clearly visible Everest Massif from Everest View Hotel.
- Overnight in Namche.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Day 06

Namche to Khumjung [Trekking : 2 hours]

Today’s trek will be relatively short and due to the short hike, this day can also be considered as an acclimatization day.
Khumjung is one of the most beautiful valleys in Nepal and also the largest village of the Khumbu Region.
Khumjung Monastery also hosts the annual Dumji Festival.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

3700m

Day 07

Observe Dumji Festival at Khumjung Monastery

Dumji Festival serves as a religious and community duty to help bring the villagers together. So, we will encounter fascinating sights of the budding camaraderie of the community where they share laughter, dances, songs, and good food.
You can also observe the mask dance and get blessed by the head monk “Rinpoche”.
Overnight in Khumjung.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Day 08

Khumjung to Tengboche [Trekking: 5 hours]

Today we will descend from Khumjung towards the Dudh Koshi River.
Along the way, the view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Ama Dablam, and Mt. Kantaga provides a magnificent spectacle.
Cross the river at Phunki Thanga and climb through the gorgeous Rhododendron forest to the top of the hill where Tengboche lies.
Tengboche is the principal monastery of the Khumbu area and the view from Tengboche is one of the best in the entire Everest Region.
Overnight in Tengboche.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

3860m

Day 09

Tengboche to Dingboche [Trekking: 5 hours]

Follow the path of Rhododendron Forest to Deboche and cross the Imja River.
Gradually the climb will take us to the village of Lower Pangboche.
Walking alongside the trail of the valley wall of Lower Pangboche to reach Periche, we then take a detour right to the hamlet at Dingboche at the start of the Imja Tse valley.
Overnight in Dingboche.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Day 10

Rest day in Dingboche

We will take a day’s rest in Dingboche to get our bodies ready for our next trek.
Roam around the wonderful solar-powered village of Dingboche. The village also has some book stores, coffee shops, and restaurants where you can relax and unwind.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Day 11

Dingboche to Lobuche [Trekking : 5-6 hours]

Slowly and gradually ascend from Dingboche through rugged and difficult yet heaven of a trail.
The trail is surrounded by pristine and massive snow walls of Amadablam, Lobuche, and Tabuche. The view seen from the trail is absolutely breathtaking.
Descend downhill and cross a river to reach Thukla and gradually ascend until reaching Lobuche.
Overnight in Lobuche.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

5050m

Day 12

Excursion to Kala Patthar to Lobuche

Today we will climb the iconic Kala Patthar which gives the best viewing angle of Mt. Everest.
The panoramic view of Mt. Everest from Kala Patthar is thought to be the best amongst all the other spots.
After we venture Kala Patthar, make a return back to Lobuche for Night’s rest.
Overnight in Lobuche.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Day 13

Lobuche to Pheriche [Trekking: 5 hours]

Our descent from Lobuche begins by taking a trail surrounded by beautiful snow-peaked mountains and rugged mountain terrain.
Descend gradually until we reach Pheriche.
Overnight in Pheriche.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

4371m

Day 14

Pheriche to Phortse [Trekking: 6 hours]

Descend from the trekking trail of Pheriche and cross a small river and join a wide trail across the bouldery valley before climbing up and clinging to the valley side above the river.
Hike along the rugged trail for about three hours to reach the isolated village of Phortse.
Phorste is quite an isolated village not heavily commercialized but has an excellent view of the Thyangboche monastery.
Overnight in Phortse.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

3950m

Day 15

Phortse to Jorsale [Trekking: 5 hours]

Our final journey towards Lukla begins by taking a downhill trail from Phortse to Jorsale.
Jorsale is the small settlement of the Sherpa community which lies in the Khumbu region of Nepal. Many trekkers stay over this place overnight who are trekking in the Everest Region.
Overnight in Jorsale.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

2740m

Day 16

Jorsale to Lukla [Trekking: 5-6 hours]

Our final day of the trek will begin from Jorsale and take a small hike uphill towards the town of Lukla.
Overnight in Lukla.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

2860m

Day 17

Lukla to Kathmandu

Catch a flight from Lukla airport back to Kathmandu.
Our representative will drop you off at your hotel for the night’s rest.
Overnight in Kathmandu.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Day 18

Departure

Our representative will pick you up from your hotel (approximately three hours prior to your scheduled flight) for you departure.

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Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

itinerary

Our representative will pick you up from the airport after your landing and escort you to the Hotel.
You can complete the checking-in procedure and enjoy a night’s rest.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

After breakfast, you will be picked up from the hotel for an in-depth sightseeing tour of every important touristic landmark in Kathmandu.
Free time to do personal shopping and prepare for the trek.
Overnight in Kathmandu.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Catch a flight from Kathmandu and fly on a scenic route towards the gateway of the Everest Region, Lukla.
After landing, start our trek from Lukla to a small tranquil village of Phakding.
Overnight in Phakding.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

2610m to 2840m

Today’s trek will take us along a serene trekking trail through a lush Pine forest and along the Dudh Koshi River, Hillary Suspension Bridge to reach Monjo.
Make a stop at the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park for securing a permit and then hike further to pass Dudh Koshi, Bhote Koshi River, Jorsalle village, and Large Dovan to reach Chautara.
- From Chautara, climb a steep uphill for about an hour to reach Namche Bazaar.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

3440m

Today, we will take a day’s stop in Namche to properly acclimatize our body to the high altitude to reduce the chance of getting Altitude Sickness.
We can hike around the glorious markets of Namche Bazaar, get to know the culture of the region, visit spiritual monasteries, roam around the lush greenery of the surrounding, and admire the clearly visible Everest Massif from Everest View Hotel.
- Overnight in Namche.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Today’s trek will be relatively short and due to the short hike, this day can also be considered as an acclimatization day.
Khumjung is one of the most beautiful valleys in Nepal and also the largest village of the Khumbu Region.
Khumjung Monastery also hosts the annual Dumji Festival.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

3700m

Dumji Festival serves as a religious and community duty to help bring the villagers together. So, we will encounter fascinating sights of the budding camaraderie of the community where they share laughter, dances, songs, and good food.
You can also observe the mask dance and get blessed by the head monk “Rinpoche”.
Overnight in Khumjung.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Today we will descend from Khumjung towards the Dudh Koshi River.
Along the way, the view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Ama Dablam, and Mt. Kantaga provides a magnificent spectacle.
Cross the river at Phunki Thanga and climb through the gorgeous Rhododendron forest to the top of the hill where Tengboche lies.
Tengboche is the principal monastery of the Khumbu area and the view from Tengboche is one of the best in the entire Everest Region.
Overnight in Tengboche.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

3860m

Follow the path of Rhododendron Forest to Deboche and cross the Imja River.
Gradually the climb will take us to the village of Lower Pangboche.
Walking alongside the trail of the valley wall of Lower Pangboche to reach Periche, we then take a detour right to the hamlet at Dingboche at the start of the Imja Tse valley.
Overnight in Dingboche.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

We will take a day’s rest in Dingboche to get our bodies ready for our next trek.
Roam around the wonderful solar-powered village of Dingboche. The village also has some book stores, coffee shops, and restaurants where you can relax and unwind.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Slowly and gradually ascend from Dingboche through rugged and difficult yet heaven of a trail.
The trail is surrounded by pristine and massive snow walls of Amadablam, Lobuche, and Tabuche. The view seen from the trail is absolutely breathtaking.
Descend downhill and cross a river to reach Thukla and gradually ascend until reaching Lobuche.
Overnight in Lobuche.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

5050m

Today we will climb the iconic Kala Patthar which gives the best viewing angle of Mt. Everest.
The panoramic view of Mt. Everest from Kala Patthar is thought to be the best amongst all the other spots.
After we venture Kala Patthar, make a return back to Lobuche for Night’s rest.
Overnight in Lobuche.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Our descent from Lobuche begins by taking a trail surrounded by beautiful snow-peaked mountains and rugged mountain terrain.
Descend gradually until we reach Pheriche.
Overnight in Pheriche.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

4371m

Descend from the trekking trail of Pheriche and cross a small river and join a wide trail across the bouldery valley before climbing up and clinging to the valley side above the river.
Hike along the rugged trail for about three hours to reach the isolated village of Phortse.
Phorste is quite an isolated village not heavily commercialized but has an excellent view of the Thyangboche monastery.
Overnight in Phortse.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

3950m

Our final journey towards Lukla begins by taking a downhill trail from Phortse to Jorsale.
Jorsale is the small settlement of the Sherpa community which lies in the Khumbu region of Nepal. Many trekkers stay over this place overnight who are trekking in the Everest Region.
Overnight in Jorsale.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

2740m

Our final day of the trek will begin from Jorsale and take a small hike uphill towards the town of Lukla.
Overnight in Lukla.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Maximum Altitude shown

2860m

Catch a flight from Lukla airport back to Kathmandu.
Our representative will drop you off at your hotel for the night’s rest.
Overnight in Kathmandu.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Our representative will pick you up from your hotel (approximately three hours prior to your scheduled flight) for you departure.

For Meals

Include during trek

For Accommodation

Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek

Trekking boot(1pair): well worn and comfortable with proper ankle support.
Sock(3 pairs): good and warm enough; worth spending money on quality socks.
Flip flop/Camp Shoe(1 pair): light weighted for evening use.
Water bottle(2): Nalgene/ sig style and a bladder bottle with the capacity of 1/2 liter water. Bladders are preferred.
Water Purification Drop(1): Affordable and easily available for purchase in Kathmandu (Pious Water Drop).
Lip Balm(1): Proper moisturizing containing SPF.
Sunglass(1): Actual UV rays safeguarding glasses.
Sun Cream: SPF 30+ recommended.
Bandana (1): Useful for various purpose.
Baseball Head/ Cap(1): Protects face from direct expose of sun during the hiking.
Warm Woolen Hat(1): Prevents from wind and cold above 3500m.
Flash Light / Head Torch(1): Leaves your hands free. Extra batteries are also necessary for head light.
Private First Aid Kit(1): Include prescribed medications/ personal medications. Some personal medicine might not be available in Nepal.
Travel towel(1): light weighted and compact.
Wash Kit (1): Appropriate and suitable for your skin/body
Instant Hand Sanitizer: Alcohol bases, enough for trek/on the basis of necessity.
Camera(incase you carry): Along with charger and enough battery to capture scenarios and memories.
Book/ Journal: Depending on interest.
Pack of Cards/Travel Board Games(if interested): Evening entertainment.
Trekking Snacks: Base on consumption; enough for trekking (can be purchased in Kathmandu).
Toilet Roll & Rubbish Bag: to make sure we don't leave waste materials in the mountains.
Trekking Poles(optional): recommended to anyone with knee issues.
Gloves(2 pairs): Thin in low altitude & thick warm enough in high altitudes.
Neck Warmer \Buff(1): Protection of Neck from direct wind and cold.
Walking Stick(1): Light weighted and comfortable for walking support.
Walking T-shirt(2): Merino wool, Capilene/Synthetic Fiber for quick dry.
Sleeping t-shirt(1): can be cotton or fabric.
Thermal base layers Top(1): mid weighted long sleeved t-shirt of merino wool/polyester, capilene power dry.
Insulating layers(1): mid weighted fleece that can be worn over other layers
Fleece Vest(optional): advisable for those who catches cold easily.
Rain jacket (1): Wind proof and rain proof for safeguard.
Down jacket(1): very essential for trekking above 4,000 meters.
Hiking trousers(2): lick weighted and quick dry trousers( not cotton).Zip offs are preferred.
Sleeping trousers(1): light weighted yoga style for comfort sleep( no jeans).
Trekking short (1): in case of no zips off trousers. Low knee shorts are preferred.
Rain pants(1): Protection from rain and wind.
Thermal long Johns(1): To warm by in the evening or while sleeping.
Underwear: Depending on necessity; enough for trek ( can be washed and dried along the way)
Duffle Bag Pack(1): to store excess luggage at hotel. Our agency provides duffel bags during the trek. These are easier for the porters to carry.
Day pack with rain cover(1): to carry your personal items during the treks i.e. camera, private snacks, water bottles, etc.
Sleeping bags with inner: To have a warm and satisfying sleep in high altitude. Recommended for 3 season(Oct-Feb).

Trekking boot(1pair): well worn and comfortable with proper ankle support.
Sock(3 pairs): good and warm enough; worth spending money on quality socks.
Flip flop/Camp Shoe(1 pair): light weighted for evening use.

Water bottle(2): Nalgene/ sig style and a bladder bottle with the capacity of 1/2 liter water. Bladders are preferred.
Water Purification Drop(1): Affordable and easily available for purchase in Kathmandu (Pious Water Drop).
Lip Balm(1): Proper moisturizing containing SPF.
Sunglass(1): Actual UV rays safeguarding glasses.
Sun Cream: SPF 30+ recommended.
Bandana (1): Useful for various purpose.
Baseball Head/ Cap(1): Protects face from direct expose of sun during the hiking.
Warm Woolen Hat(1): Prevents from wind and cold above 3500m.
Flash Light / Head Torch(1): Leaves your hands free. Extra batteries are also necessary for head light.
Private First Aid Kit(1): Include prescribed medications/ personal medications. Some personal medicine might not be available in Nepal.
Travel towel(1): light weighted and compact.
Wash Kit (1): Appropriate and suitable for your skin/body
Instant Hand Sanitizer: Alcohol bases, enough for trek/on the basis of necessity.
Camera(incase you carry): Along with charger and enough battery to capture scenarios and memories.
Book/ Journal: Depending on interest.
Pack of Cards/Travel Board Games(if interested): Evening entertainment.
Trekking Snacks: Base on consumption; enough for trekking (can be purchased in Kathmandu).
Toilet Roll & Rubbish Bag: to make sure we don't leave waste materials in the mountains.
Trekking Poles(optional): recommended to anyone with knee issues.
Gloves(2 pairs): Thin in low altitude & thick warm enough in high altitudes.
Neck Warmer \Buff(1): Protection of Neck from direct wind and cold.
Walking Stick(1): Light weighted and comfortable for walking support.

Walking T-shirt(2): Merino wool, Capilene/Synthetic Fiber for quick dry.
Sleeping t-shirt(1): can be cotton or fabric.
Thermal base layers Top(1): mid weighted long sleeved t-shirt of merino wool/polyester, capilene power dry.
Insulating layers(1): mid weighted fleece that can be worn over other layers
Fleece Vest(optional): advisable for those who catches cold easily.
Rain jacket (1): Wind proof and rain proof for safeguard.
Down jacket(1): very essential for trekking above 4,000 meters.

Hiking trousers(2): lick weighted and quick dry trousers( not cotton).Zip offs are preferred.
Sleeping trousers(1): light weighted yoga style for comfort sleep( no jeans).
Trekking short (1): in case of no zips off trousers. Low knee shorts are preferred.
Rain pants(1): Protection from rain and wind.
Thermal long Johns(1): To warm by in the evening or while sleeping.
Underwear: Depending on necessity; enough for trek ( can be washed and dried along the way)

Duffle Bag Pack(1): to store excess luggage at hotel. Our agency provides duffel bags during the trek. These are easier for the porters to carry.
Day pack with rain cover(1): to carry your personal items during the treks i.e. camera, private snacks, water bottles, etc.
Sleeping bags with inner: To have a warm and satisfying sleep in high altitude. Recommended for 3 season(Oct-Feb).

Dumji Festival Trek