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Amphulapcha Pass Trekking in Nepal !!
The trek to Amphu Lapcha La passes through wilder upper Hongu valley. Amphu Lapcha is to be passed technically to Chukkung Valley. The crossing of the pass requires the use of technical climbing equipment and trekkers must be skilled in the use of ropes and be prepared. It holds the views of Himalayas and hearty scenery of lakes Hongu lakes and Panch Pokhari lakes.
Highlights of Trekking: -
- Magnificent view of Himalayas, Scenic flight to Lukla, Explore Sherpa and Helary Museum in Namche Bazaa , Sandy plain of Gorakshep , Unforgettable view of Mt Everest , The broad summit of Kalapathar(5,545m) , Abundant flora and fauna , Buddhist monasteries in Tengboche
Fact of trip:-
- Trek Name:Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek
- Best season: Spring (September to December) Autumn ( March to May).
- Trek Grade: Moderate + fairly Strenuous
- Transportation: By tourist bus / private.
- Accommodation: Tea house /camping
- Trekking Grade: Difficult
- Trekking style: tea house / camping
- Highest access of the trek: 5800m
- Himalayan sightseeing: Mt. Everest, Amadablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori and many more
Suggested itinerary: 23 Days
Days 01 : Arrival in kathmandu international airport, then transfer to hotel.
Days 02 : Sight seeing around Kathmandu valley as upon the request
Days 03 : Fly to Lukla. Acclimitize there. Hiking around the villages and rest time preparing trek for the nest days.
Days 04 : Trek to Chutanga
Days 05 : Trek to Zatrala La pass
Days 06 : Trek to Kotte
Days 07 : Trek to Thangnak
Days 08 : Acclimatization at Thangnak
Days 09 : Trek to Khare
Days 10 : Trek to Mera base camp
Days 11 : Mera high camp
Days 12 : Summit up to Mera peak and back to base camp
Days 13 : Trek to Honku valley
Days 14 : Trek to Panch Pokhari
Days 15 : Acclimatization at Panch Pokhari
Days 16 : Trek to Amphu Lapcha base camp
Days 17 : Trek to Chhukung after crossing Amphu Lapcha pass
Days 18 : Trek to Tyangboche
Days 19 : Trek to Namche Bazaar
Days 20 : Trek to Lukla
Days 21 : Fly back to Kathmandu
Days 22 : Rest at Kathmandu
Days 23 : Drop to the kathmandu airport for your onward destination
Discount Offers:
- 4 plus offer: If you collect 4-9 people in a group then 40 USD discount on per person's price.
- 10 plus offer: If you collect 10 or more than 10 people in a group then 40USD discount on per person's price and one (Trip Leader) get free trip.
- Winter offer: If you travel in winter (December and January) USD 50 discount on per person's price.
- Monsoon offer: If you travel in Monsoon (June and July) USD 50 discount on per person's price.
- Early Booking Offer: If you Book a Trip 6 months before the trip departure, you will get 5% discount from original cost.
Special Notes:
PRICE: All the Prices are in US $ Dollar Per Person.
AVAILABLE: This date is available and open for booking.
GUARANTEED: We have reached minimum numbers and this trip is guaranteed for departure.
LIMITED: There are a very limited number of available places on this departure.
- If the above set departure dates are not suitable for you, you may choose your own departure date. These types of departures are best suited for solo travellers, couples, families, charity and small groups.
- Customized/Tailor-made itinerary are available on request.
Mera Peak and Amphu Lapcha Pass Trekking in details : 26 Days
Day 01 Arrival Kathmandu(1348m)
Receive you in Kathmandu international Airport by our representative and transfer to hotel in Kathmandu or Planet Bhaktapur with BB plan. After refreshed we will give you further information about the tour and trekking.
Day 02 Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley.
After breakfast guide will come in your hotel to pick up you and bring to you in full day sightseeing historical places of Kathmandu valley such as Swayambhunath Stupa (known as monkey temple), Kathmandu durbar squire, Pashupatinath Temple (a biggest Hindu holy temple), Boudhanath stupa (Biggest Buddhist stupa in the world) and Kapan monastery (A meditation and retreat place) and transfer to hotel with BB plan.
Day 03 Fly to Lukla(2800m) and trek to Puiyan(2770m)
Trip begins after a amazing fly to lukla. This airstrip is simply amazing which takes about half an hour to reach there. We start our trek down from Lukla. It makes sense to fly up to Lukla for acclimatization and walk down. Continuing ahead through many traditional villages, jungles, hills, we gradually reach the vicinity of Puiyan. We can have the pleasure of witnessing numerous peaks from here such as Knogde Ri, Khatang, Tang Ragi Tu and other peaks above 7 thousand meters. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 04 Trek to Pangkongama(2846m)
After crossing the Puiyan Khola, we turn off the main trade route coming up from the south and join an older route, which climbs steeply to the ridge-line overlooking the Khare Khola. Descending the other side of the ridge, we then contour along the hillside before climbing steadily up to the attractive farming and trading village of Pangkongma. We cannot miss the outstanding views of Dudhkoshi River valley and Dudh Kund Himal before reaching the farming and trading village of Pangkongama for night’s rest. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 05 Trek to NASHING DINGMA (2600ms)
With fine views westwards towards Takshindu Monastery and Lamjura, we make our ascent through thick rhododendron forest and bamboo leading to the Pangkongma La. On the way up to the Pangkongma La, it is worth detouring via the Pangkongma Monastery for a guided visit. From the pass, we can have good views of the south face of Mera with its twin peaks and of its neighbor Naulekh. We then make a scenic descent with beautiful views looking south across the endless foothills rising each side of the Hinku valley. This steep descent leads down to the wire rope bridge that spans the Hinku Khola. A steep, strenuous climb on the opposite side leads to Nashing Dingma. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 06 Trek to Chalem Kharka (3600m)
The trail gets steeper as we climb up to the Surke La gaining height gradually through pasture and lush greenery. Eventually, we reach an attractive campsite at a col 1km beyond Chalem Kharka, set among fir trees and rhododendron bushes. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 07 Trek to CHUNBU KHARKA (4200m)
Climbing the side of a ridge, we emerge from the last traces of rhododendron and the terrain becomes more rugged. Passing through high grazing country and crossing a small pass, we are treated to some excellent views of Kanchenjunga and Jannu to the east. We continue climbing to Panch Pokhari and then on to camp at Chunbu Kharka. (B, L, D, A)
Day 08 Acclimatization at CHUNBU KHARKA
Today, we may have a well-earned rest day, though for those feeling fit, there is a rewarding walk up to a hanging Carrie Lake behind the camp. This has good views and helps aid acclimatization. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 09 Trek to HINKU VALLEY
We set off from Chunbu Kharka and climb steeply uphill for 20 minutes or so, before contouring around high above the Hinku Valley. We then make a series of steep descents through scree and then rhododendron to eventually arrive on the valley floor, where we cross to the west bank of Hinku River by a wooden bridge at Khote. Khote is now quite a large settlement of lodges that have been built over the past 10 years. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 10 Trek to THANGNAK (4700m)
Today, we follow the west bank of the riverbed up the valley to Thangnak. A magnificent, towering mountain, known by its survey name of Peak 39 or on some maps, "Kayashar ", dominates the head of the valley. The trail leads steadily up the side of the valley through open pasture, used for the summer grazing of yaks brought up from the lower reaches of the valley. Finally, we reach Thangnak, which has grown into a small hamlet of tea-shops and lodges since expeditions first started to frequent this region of Nepal. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 11 Trek to KHARE (5025m)
Today, we walk towards the mountain as the trail swings to the east. We gain height gradually until we find ourselves at Dig Kharka, close to the foot of the Hinku Nup Glacier. This is a pleasant, grassy camp in an impressive situation. We head towards Mera Base Camp at Khare. We follow the lateral moraine of Dig Glacier to Dig Kharka, which offers spectacular views of Charpate Himal. The trail climbs through moraines and to the snout of the Hinku Nup and Shar Glaciers and then climbs more steeply to our camping spot at Khare. The camping experience at Khare is something that would cherish us throughout our life. It is pleasure to view beautiful North face of Mera Peak from our campsite at Khare. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 12 Acclimatization in KHARE
Acclimatizing does not, of course, mean staying inside and having rest all day. It is important to take short leisurely walks during the day, or climb few feet, to help our body better adapt to the high altitude. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 13 Trek to MERA BASE CAMP
This is an exciting day as we climb onto the Mera Glacier and follow it to the pass. This is a superb high mountain setting and is a worthwhile objective in itself. We need to walk through rock-strewn area for about two hours to make our way to Mera High Camp. The trail can be hazardous if it has recently snowed as there are a number of crevasses here. We make our way to the top of the rock band, which is marked by a large cairn. We set up a high camp and from here the sunrise and sunset can be view along with the Mt. Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and south face of Lhotse, Nuptse, Chamlang and Baruntse are outstanding and seems like they are piercing the skyline. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 14 MERA PEAK ASCENT
The central summit will soon appear above the head of a wide glacier flanked by two ridges. We climb the centre of this over open snowfields and avoiding crevasses. The route then swings south-east, skirting below and to the east of the left-hand ridge before turning back rightwards towards the main summit ridge of Mera. This short steep snow slope is easily climbed but there is a big effort required to climb. Our reward, however, is a feeling of ecstatic jubilation as we survey the magnificent panorama from the top. From the summit, can be seen the spectacular views of Mt. Everest (8848m/29030ft), Cho Oyu (8210m/26937t), Lhotse (8516m/27941ft), Makalu (8463m/27767ft), Kanchenjunga (8586m/28170t), Nuptse (7855m/25772ft), Chamlang (7319m/24013ft), Baruntse (7129m/23390ft), Ama Dablam (6812m/22350ft), Kangtega (6779m/22241ft) and many peaks over six thousands meters. After achieving the summit, we retrace our steps down to high camp. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 15 Rest Day at MERA HIGH CAMP
Our mission is fulfilled so we can take it slow. This is a spare day to allow for bad weather or for additional summit attempts. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 16 Trek to SETO POKHARI
We commence our summit day in the early morning and end up with a 100m (328ft) ascent with rope and ice climbing to reach the summit. The magnificent views of Mt. Everest (8848m/29030ft), Cho Oyu (8201m/26907ft), Lhotse (8516m/27940ft), Makalu (8463m/27766ft), Kanchenjunga (8586m/28169ft), Nuptse (7855m/25770ft), Lubuche (6145m/20160ft), Chamlang (7319m/24013ft) are spectacular from the summit. We then retrace our steps to Mera Base Camp. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 17 Trek to AMPHU LAPCHA BASE CAMP (South)
From the Mera La we descend into the Hinku valley. After about few hours we stop for some rest by a lake and then continue to the Hinku river, which we follow for another few hours to yet another spectacular campsite by the 'White Lake'/Lampokhari near Chamlang. Amphu Lapcha is the pass most commonly crossed for expeditions climbing both Mera and Imja Tse (Island Peak). Mera is often climbed first as it is technically easier peak. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 18 Trek to AMPHU LAPCHA BASE CAMP (North) (5300m)
Starting from the South base of Amphu Lapcha, we start from an early morning climb. The precipitous crest of the Amphu Lapcha is one of the most dizzying and dramatic crossings in the Himalaya. The climb involves steep sections on rock and ice. It’s better to tackle the pass early in the morning when the snow is stable, i.e., before sunlight melts the snow. We use climbing ropes wherever necessary. The last sections of the climb to Amphu Lapcha winds up through snow shelves. On the other side, a steep descent awaits to be endeavored on fixed lines leading down to the moraine. Reaching at the Amphu Lapcha North Base Camp, we camp and spend the night there. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 19 Cross AMPHU LAPCHA
Day 20 Climb to ISLAND PEAK BASE CAMP (4970m)
The path from Chhukung leads fairly steep way climbing south then turning east to the main line of the valley. It then winds along or below the southern flank of the moraine from the Lhotse Glacier. Continue short pleasant walking along a streamside leads to what we call Big-rock. The route to the Amphu Lapcha lies to the southeast. A crisis cross route through the Imja and Lhotse glacier moraines leads to a wide valley flanking the SW side of Island peak. Stay overnight in Island Peak Base Camp. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 21 Climb to ISLAND PEAK HIGH CAMP (5600m)
The path leads up beyond base camp for several hundred meters before striking off left up the steep hillside. Initially sandy, the path soon turns to grass before becoming boulder strewn. As we climb the hill, we will see that the slope narrows and the path enter a steep rock channel. Stay overnight in Island Peak High Camp. Overnight at tented camp. (B, L, D, A)
Day 22 SUMMIT ISLAND PEAK (6189m)
We start the climb to rocky gully early in the morning which is not much difficult but there are several short rock steps to climb before we emerge on the right side of the gully. The route then follows a ridgeline which leads to an exhilarating and exposed traverse onto the snout of the summit glacier. We need to rope up for the glacier as it contains several crevasses but it leads without difficulty, to a 100m (330ft) snow and ice slope (40-45°) on which the guides will fix a rope. From the top of this slope, 3 rope lengths along a sharp summit ridge lead to the top. (B, L, D, A)
Day 23 Trek TENGBOCHE (3870m) 5-6 hours
The trail makes a gradual descent through scrub junipers and around Mani stones as it follows the hillside. The trail passes many Mani walls in deep rhododendron forests where crossing after the Imja Khola, the trail climbs many carved Mani stones to Pangboche. Pangboche Gompa is the oldest in Khumbu; a visit will be well worth. Walk down to the valley from where the trail is shallower through alpine meadows. Followed by climb gradually up to Tengboche where the biggest monastery lies in the whole of Khumbu. Overnight at guest house. (B, L, D, A)
Day 24 Trek back NAMCHE BAZAAR : From Tengboche we move towards Phunki Tenga and now descend to Sanasa and Kyangjuma and then finally to Namche Bazar. Overnight at guest house. (B, L, D, A)
Day 25 Trek back to Lukla : Our final day's trekking follows the Dudh Kosi down to Lukla retracing the way we came up. Overnight at guest house. (B, L, D, A)
Day 26 Fly back Kathmandu : We fly back from Lukla to Kathmandu and are dropped to the hotel. This is a leisure day which can be utilized buying gifts and souvenirs for your friends and family. If you have time and wish we will explore the old city area and transfer to hotel BB plan.
Day 27 Drop you in Kathmandu International Airport for your onward destination.
Includes in the packages : -
- Kathmandu International airport transfer
- One Night Hotels in Kathamndu AC Deluxe, 3 star category or in Bhaktapur with B. B plan
- All land transfer as per above on the given itineraries.
- Fly: Kathmandu - Lukla - kathmandu as a round ticket for guide and clients.
- Everest National Park entry permits fees.
- TIMS ( Trekker 's Information Management System ) permit
- Tented Camping accommodation during the trekking
- 3 meals in each day ( Bf, Lunch Dinner ) serve with hot drinks while on the trek.
- Dining tent, toilet tent, table and chairs, Mattresses Sharing with other members
- Two member has one tent for camping during trekking period
- Fully escorted trek with fluent English speaking license holder local Guide &, Cook, sherpa and necessaries Porter as upon your group size.
- All program according to itineraries on full board.
- Trekking equipment for all Nepali trekking staffs.
- Insurances for all Nepali staffs
- Medical first aid Kit box
- We will show you a special video documentary about this Everest Trek
- A special gift: through the Company " Gokyo Treks & Expedition (P) Ltd.
Excludes in the packages : -
- Nepal entry visa fee per person US$ 30 only
- Travel Insurance (this is a mandatory condition of booking)
- Optional Excursions: optional excursions such are culture trips, ethno trips, and festival trips, monastery meditation with Lama & monks, nature medicine trips, bird watching, sports, farming trips and other incentive trips as per the client’s interest.
- Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters.
- Hot Shower in during the trekking period
- Cost arising out of landslides, road blockade, and rescue of any form, cancellation of flight or reasons beyond our control.
- Personal equipment, nature or any donation.
- All types of drinks
- Tips for the crew (Note : TIPS is not compulsory but expected)
- International Airfare and airport tax
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