Best Time for Trek
Everest Tengboche Monastery Trek can be done throughout the year, but Spring during the month of March, April, May and Autumn Season during the month of September, October, November are regard as the best time for this trip. During these spring and autumn season you will find moderate temperatures that provide better view of mountains, less heat haze cloud and clear views of mountains. Although this trip is achievable during winter and monsoon seasons too, though it is not suitable for everyone. In winter season, the months of December, January and February surrounding along the Hills and peaks are fully covered by snow in the mountains.
Visa Requirements
If you are travelling to Nepal for (tour, sightseeing, travel, trekking, mountaineering, visiting friends and families) then you need to have a visa to enter Nepal. Arrival Visa is available at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu’s where you can simply get the “On Arrival Visa” with the application that require at least a passport of 6 months’ validity, and a passport size photo. You will be charged USD $ 30 for 15 days and USD $ 50 for 30 days as visa application fee which have to be paid in cash on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport. For those tourists who have Indian and Chinese passports then you do not need a visa (Free Visa). Most visitors will be able to obtain a visa upon arrival at the airport. The Certain country (Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Palestine, Afghanistan, Syria) are requested to acquire Visa prior their arrival from their local Diplomatic missions (Embassies/Consulates) of Nepal Government.
Permits and Requirements
Every trekkers who are willing to do trekking in Everest requires permits; Sagarmatha National Park entry permit, Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit, and TIMS Permit. It is organized and provided in the package. All of these permit are included in cost and our guide will take care of it.
Difficulty
Everest Tengboche Monastery Trek itinerary is pretty easier and can be done without previous experience. It is high mountain trekking so reasonable fitness level is required. It is physically quite moderate which involves approximately 5-8 hours trekking along the way. Easy moderate trek suitable for keen trekkers who are willing to get moderate trekking experience in Everest region and make their footsteps. The farthest point on the trek is 3860m so, the chances of altitude sickness are low. You will take an acclimatization hike up to Everest View Hotel and Khumjung Village. If you are physically fit and mentally strong with a determination, then this trek is not as difficult. During the trek there is Full porterage and luxury accommodation service while all there is left to worry about is your water, snacks, and camera. It is suitable for anyone.
Drinking Water
It is advice drinking 3 to 4 liters of water each day to stay well hydrated. The water is available at every trekking lodge or grocery shops along the route, buying a bottle mineral water cost anywhere around 1 USD per litres. However, Aspiration Adventure recommend not buying bottled water due to environment concern and advice you to carry a reusable water bottle that can hold hot water. You can refill the water from the freely available taps or water source and use water purification tools such as water filter, purification drugs (chlorine/Iodine), SteriPEN (UV Water Purifier).
Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance is a must for safety reasons. Although this is a lower elevated trek, of course there is some risk. You might need an emergency evacuation in areas where roads and hospitals are not accessible in that case, you need to have a travel insurance. We encourage to travel insurance in your own home country.
Customization Option
Our trip can be customized according to your need and there is not any fixed departure date, itineraries. Being a local trekking agency in Nepal we can organize your trip according on any dates and years of time, which dates are suitable for you can certainly be added by us. Moreover, you can choose your own Departure dates according to your time and schedule. We believe everyone have different taste and preference so, if published itinerary and service are not suitable for your plans then please send us your Inquiry we will customize your itinerary accordingly. There are also option available for sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley, extending trip to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Lumbini, Pokhara and Many More. We run tours all over the Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.
Equipment List
The gear below is recommended for this kind of trekking. You can also buy or hire this kind is gear in Kathmandu as they are available in the many trekking shops around the market.
Body Clothing:
- Sleeping Bag
- Down Jacket
- three pairs of trekking t-shirts
- Long sleeved shirts
- Thermal Shirt for Colder place
- Fleece Jacket
- Warm wool Sweaters
- Waterproof and windproof Jacket
- Cotton Trekking pants with folding
- Waterproof and windproof pants
Head and Face:
- Sun Hat
- Wool or fleece hat
- Headlight
- Sunglass
- Sunscreen 50
- Face wipes and towel
Foot wears:
- Trekking Boats
- ¾ Paris Preferably Cotton Socks
- Crampon
- One pairs extra Sport Shoes
Other:
- Gaiters just in case if snow
- Gloves and Thick Gloves
- Big rucksack above the 40 L
- Waterproof Bag Cover
- Rain Coat
- Trekking Pole
- Laundry Soap
- Shampoo
- Toothbrush
- Toilet papers
- Water peals
- Bottle for drinking water
- Pen and Note Book
- Copy and Tourist Guide Book
- Camera
- Battery charger
- Memory card
- Cell Phone and Charger
- Money Wallet
- Altimeters and Playing card
Accomodation
At Aspiration Adventure, We believe that the accommodation is one of the major factor that enhances your overall travel experience. We will accommodate you in standard, clean, comfortable lodge (teahouse) with great views of the mountain and sceneries. All the Accommodations are on twin sharing basis. However, Single Supplement can be provided upon request at additional cost. Breakfast and dinner will be served from teahouses/lodge menu where we spend the night whereas, lunch will be served on the way to the next destination.
In these trip Hotel in Kathmandu are not included, If you wish to have complete package please inquiry us, we have the option to make the package according to your need ranging from 3-Star Hotel to Luxury accommodation during the trek and in Kathmandu, let us know We are flexible and happy to make that trip happen.
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