Pumori Expedition

Detail Itinerary

• Day 01:Arrival at Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel. A representative of Roar Himalaya Adventure heartily welcomes you at Tribhuvan International Airport and takes you to your hotel. Take a rest or wander around the winding streets of Kathmandu. In the evening, we give you the lowdown on your upcoming expedition. Overnight at hotel on B&B basis.
  
• Day 02:Expedition Briefing/Document Preparation.We guide you through the process of taking care of getting the proper permits and documents necessary to summit the peak of Pumori. Then, we brief you on the protocol and procedure of summiting the peak. The anticipation is here! Overnight in hotel on B&B basis.
  
  
• Day 03:Fly to Lukla (2840 Meters) and trek to Phakding.We take the short scenic flight to Lukla from the Kathmandu domestic airport and begin the adventure. On the flight, we see some of the most amazing mountain scenery in the world. After disembarking, we begin the journey. Trek through friendly Sherpa villages, their cultivated agricultural fields, Buddhist chhortens and mani walls until we get an awesome view of Kusum Kanguru before arriving in Phakding. Overnight in a teahouse lodge.
  
• Day 04:Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440 Meters).A filling breakfast gives us power to begin the journey to Namche Bazaar. The colorful path takes us across a few suspension bridges, and exposes us to the massive peak of Thamserku. Huga along the Dudh Koshi River through Monjo and officially enter Sagarmatha National Park. Keep chugging along the Dudh Koshi and climb with it as it goes into higher altitude. Cautiously traverse the tallest suspension bridge in the Everest region and hike a little further to get the first glimpse of Mount Everest. Soon after, we reach Namche Bazaar. Overnight in teahouse lodge.
  
  
• Day 05:Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar.Today, we explore the trade and tourism hub of the Everest region. Namche Bazaar is a busy little town, with cafes, guest houses, and trekking gear shops. Stroll the streets as we meander up to Everest Viewpoint Hotel, where there are spectacular views of the Himalayas. Sip a cup of tea at the world’s highest 5-star hotel and then head back to Namche for the night. There are lots of other alternative day hikes in the area, so if you have any other suggestions let us know! Overnight in teahouse lodge.
  
• Day 06:Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3860m).After breakfast, we begin the day. Shortly after leaving Namche, we pass the Sagarmatha Nation Park museum with has an awesome mountain backdrop. Near Phungi Thanga, we reach a junction, and hike up the inclined trail (continuing along the EBC trail). The rhododendron and pine forests reinvigorate us. After a few more hours, we arrive to Tengboche, where there is a huge monastery – the religious center of the area. The sunset behind from this charming village is something you will never forget. Overnight at teahouse lodge.
  
• Day 07:Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4360m).Today is a memorble day on the Pumori Expedition. We proceed past the tree line and find ourselves surrounded by pristine mountain peaks. Before that, we pass through verdant forests to see Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam in the distance. Crossing the Imja River to reach Pangboche. Keep going and walk through the Imja Valley before finally climbing to Dingboche, a nice village with lush fields of potato, barley and buckwheat. Overnight in teahouse lodge.
  
• Day 08:Rest day at Dingboche.Dingboche is a great place to spend a day acclimatizing and hanging out. As the climber’s mantra goes, it is best for the body to climb high and sleep low. After breakfast, we start our day hike to Chhukung Valley, about 2 hours of slow and steady uphill. We eat lunch in the Chhukung Valley with mesmerizing views of Island Peak, Ama Dablam, Makalu, Lhotse and Nuptse. After our lovely day hike walk, we descend back to Dingboche. Overnight at teahouse lodge.
  
• Day 09:Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4940m).Our bodies quickly heat up in this alpine climate. We hike uphill to a small village and then walk for a few hours on a gentle flat trail to Lobuche. The distance between the two villages is short, but the high altitude slows us down. After enjoying the eye-popping views of Tawache and Cholatse peaks, we arrive at our lunch spot in or near Thukla. It is located on the tongue of the Khumbu Glacier, where a fresh stream of fresh glacial water flows. After lunch, the trail is sharp up to the Everest Memorials – where those who have lost their lives on the Everest expedition are remembered. Keep going until reaching Lobuche. The sunset view of Mt. Nuptse is magnificent. Overnight at guest house.
  
• Day 10:Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5160m).Trek through the desolate meadows, dotted with massive boulders and encompassed by impressive mountains. If we arrive to Gorakshep with time to spare, we can climb up to Kala Patthar or Everest Base Camp to help the acclimatization process. Otherwise, spend the rest of the day resting in Gorakshep. Overnight in teahouse lodge.
  
• Day 11:Trek to Pumori Base Camp (5220m).There is always something to look forward to on the Pumori Expedition. Today stands out as being extra special. We reach Pumori Base Camp and begin preparations for the final ascent. Cheers to making it to base camp! Relax and/or explore the area if you wish. We have dinner and brief you on the rest of the journey. Overnight in tent camp.
  
• Day 12:to 30: Climbing period to Pumori Peak (7161m).The climbing expedition officially begins! Brace yourself for some amazing views and great bonding time with the crew. The peak exceeds 7000 meters so it takes several weeks to prepare our bodies for the final ascent. During this period, our skilled chef cook delicious meals and each night, we sleep under the Himalayan starlight. Also, our guides give you all the necessary information regarding gear and logistics. When the time comes, enjoy the precious moment at the summit! Overnight in tent camp.
  
  
• Day 31:Trek down to Pheriche (4240m).After a successful, exciting summit attempt, we begin the descent to Pheriche. Take is easy and enjoy the mellow trail, which is a drastic change of scenery to what we are now used to. The trail leads past a desolate landscape of boulder fields and little vegetation. Continue through the valley floor all the way to Pheriche. Overnight in teahouse lodge.
  
• Day 32:Trek down to Kyangjuma (3570m).Another amazing day of the Pumori Expedition lies ahead. Cross a mellow stream and then the trail joins with the standard Everest Base Camp Trek path, going through several villages such as Tsuro Wog, Orsho and Shomare, and then Pangboche. Stop in one of them for a lunch/tea. We also make short stops in Dingboche and Tengboche, which we passed on the way up. A downhill of about 500 meters through the rhododendron and fir trees awaits us. Afterwards, we cross the bridge over Dudh Koshi River and moving through the small settlements of Tashinga and Sansa, we arrive to Kyangjuma, another peaceful village. Overnight at teahouse lodge.
  
• Day 33:Trek down to Monjo (2860m).Still feeling the lovely mountain high, we follow the curving trail back to Namche Bazaar. Keep your eyes open for mountain goats and blue sheep, which look majestic as they lurk from above. Leaving Namche Bazaar, we trek downhill and cross a suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi River to reach Monjo. Overnight in teahouse lodge.
  
• Day 34:Trek to Lukla.Leaving Monjo, we stay near the Dudh Koshi River, eventually crossing it on a high suspension bridge. Then, take a short, level walk to Benkar, near to Phakding. Here, the trail descends and ascends past Buddhist chhortens and mani walls in Ghat village. Walk over several more suspension bridges and through green forests. Take a deep breath of the clean air as we arrive to Lukla. Overnight in teahouse lodge.
  
• Day 35:Fly back to Kathmandu.Time to leave the magnificent Everest region, which will remain a special place for you. It is hard not to want to come back again after an amazing expedition. The morning flight takes us to Kathmandu, arriving in the morning. Spend the rest of the day exploring, buying some souvenirs, or resting. Overnight in hotel on B&B basis.
  
• Day 36:Sightseeing in Kathmandu.One cannot leave Kathmandu without exploring its culturally rich heritage sights. Check out the medieval palace of Kathmandu Durbar Square, the hilltop Buddhist temple Swoyambunath, and much more on this full day sightseeing tour. Overnight in hotel on B&B basis.
  
• Day 37:Departure.Before your flight, we take you to the airport to say farewell. We hope you had a blast with us and we appreciate you choosing Roar Himalaya Adventure as your Pumori Expedition guide! Looking forward to seeing you again.