Pokalde peak Climbing

Pokalde peak at 5806m is located right in the Everest region offering the chance of an extra challenge for fit trekkers after the rewards of reaching Kala Pattar & the base camp. The trek route is the same as on our Everest Trek, & common to both treks are the three days set aside for exploring the area. It is the second half of the trek which differs. After we leave Gorakshep, we follow the yak route over the 5535m Kongma La pass which connects the pastures of the Khumbu region with those of Chukkung. We will stay just below the pass in the tented camp for two days in which to climb Pokalde. Classed as a trekking peak, the climb up Pokalde requires no special technical skills, but because of the altitude and possibility of snow, it is nevertheless sufficiently challenging for those who undertake it.

Grading:
Activity:	Climbing
Destination:	Nepal
Trip Duration:	21 Days
Trip Code:	NTB-POKALDE
Max. Altitude:	5806m.
Best Time to Travel:	Feb, March, April, May, Oct, Nov.
Group Size:	2-20
Trip Price Start Date: Price USD 1870.00
Trip Start From:	Kathmandu
Trip End:	Kathmandu
Trip Highlights:	Scenic mountain flight to Lukla; Sherpa home down; Everest Base Camp, Kalapathar, Tengboche Manastery, Kongmala pass, Pokalde Peak climbing, Chhukung valley
Accommodation:	Tented camp during the trek and climbing
Meal Includes:	Full board meal during the trek and climbing which is fully catered by our cook and helpers
Per day walking:	5 to 8 hours
Transportation:	Car / Van / Plane

Day 01: Your arrival to Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), you will be met by our Airport Representative, and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel. B.B.

Day 02: Full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley (Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath, Swayambhu, and Kathmandu durbar square). Overnight at hotel. B.B.

Day 03: Today early in the morning, we drive about 15 minutes to Tribhuwan International Airport. After 30 minutes scenic flight to Lukla (2804 mtrs.), we begin our trek to Phakding (2610 mtrs.) - 3 hours easy walking. Overnight at tented camp. B.L.D.

Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3535 mtrs.). Overnight at tented camp. B.L.D.

Day 05: Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar
This is a day for an acclimatization. We have a fine walk around the valley to adjust with thin air. Namche Bazaar is known as the gateway of the Everest. We will take you to a museum too on the same day. There you can see the traditional custom of Sherpa peoples. Besides, a fine view of the Everest and other mountains can be overviewed from this place. Overnight at tented camp. B.L.D.

Day 06: Trek to Tengboche (3850m).
By reaching Tengboche, we visit a monastery known as Tengboche monastery. Then you will be taken to observe the prayer ceremony whether in the evening or morning. Overnight at tented camp. B.L.D.

Day 07: Trek to Dingboche (4350 mtrs.). Overnight at tented camp. B.L.D.

Day 08: Day trip to Chhukung valley and trek back to Dingboche.
Today you can enjoy another day for acclimatization. This day we will have trip to Chhukung valley, then we return to Dingboche in the evening. We will take you to Chhukung Ri (5546 mtrs) too. From there, we can observe a fifth highest mountain Makalu. Overnight at tented camp. B.L.D.

Day 09: Trek to Lobuche (4950 mtrs.). Overnight at tented camp. B.L.D.

Day 10: Trek to Ghorakshep (5160 mtrs.) - Everest Base camp (5400 mtrs.) and return to Ghorakshep. Overnight at tented camp. B.L.D.

Day 11: The day starts with a hike up to Kalapathar (5545 mtrs.), an excellent viewpoint to observe the Mount. Everest and innumerable spectacular mountains views. Then trek head upto Pokalde route. Overnight at tented camp. B.L.D.

Days 12 to 14: Kongmala Pass (5535m), Pokalde peak climbing (5806m) - then to Chhukung valley. Overnights at tented camp. B.L.D.

Day 15: Trek back to Tengboche Monastery. Overnight at tented camp. B.L.D.

Day 16: Trek to Khumjung Village (3753 mtrs.). Overnight at tented camp. B.L.D.

Day 17: Trek to Phakding (2610 mtrs.). Overnight at tented camp. B.L.D.

Day 18: Trek to Lukla. Overnight at tented camp. B.L.D.

Day 19: Morning flight back to Kathmandu from Lukla. Overnight at hotel. B.B.

Day 20: Leisure day in Kathmandu (it's also spare day incase of bad weather in Lukla). Overnight at hotel. B.B.

Day 21: Transfer to Airport for your home departure. Farewell !!

Note: B.B> Bed and Breakfast, B.L.D> Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

• Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & transfer by car / Van / Bus.
• 4 nights accommodation with breakfast at deluxe hotel in Kathmandu as per above program.
• Kathmandu City Tours as per above program, inclusive of all entry fees, tour guide, car / van.
• Freshly cooked meals by our expert cook, and tea, coffee during the trek.
• 1 highly experienced climbing guide, 1 cook, kitchen helpers, and required number of porters and their food, wages, equipments, insurance etc.. (We have insured our staffs by Neco Insurance Company Nepal).
• All camping gears including two men tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet tents, mattresses.
• Round Trip flight to & from Lukla & Domestic airport taxes in Kathmandu and Lukla.
• First Aid medical kit.
• Sagarmatha National Park permit.
• Government taxes.
• Office Service charge.

• Climbing permits
• Garbage deposit US$ 250 (Refundable)Any meals in Kathmandu other than breakfast.
• Climbing equipments.
• Travel insurance.
• International air fare to and from Nepal.
• Nepal Tourist Visa fee US$ 25 or equivalent foreign currency with multiple entry for 15 days, US$ 40 or equivalent foreign currency with multiple entry for 30 days. You may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport - Kathmandu.
• Items of a personal nature
• Any kind of alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, phone call, internet.
• Trekking Equipments (down sleeping bag and down jackets are available to hire or buy in Kathmandu, which would cost approximately US$ 1 per day per item to hire and US$ 60 to US$ 100 per item to buy). 
• Tips for guide, porters, driver.
  
  NOTE: Tipping is expected but it is not mandatory.