Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu: Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1345meters). You will be met by our representative and transfer to hotel and a short brief about the trekking and climbing after refreshment.
Day 02: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing(1350m): Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, Monkey Temple, Pashupatinath Temple and Baudhanath Stupa and Preparation for Climbing.
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m.) and Trek to Phakding: It takes about 30 minutes to fly From Kathamndu to Lukla and Takes about 3 and half hours to Trek to Phakding (2640 m.), you transfer to the domestic airport for your flight to Lukla. Lukla is a small town with an airport. There are few tea shops, lodges, hotels and general stores. You begin today’s trek from Lukla following a gentle climb up the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi. Nupla (5885m) can be seen in the distance on the opposite bank, is a peak atop the Kongde Ridge. You descend a mountainside path that merges into your route to Everest, with views to a valley to your right; and at its far end, Kusum Kang (6367m.). The Dudh Kosi approaches as you pass a Mani wall and arrive at Ghat teahouse. You continue along a small path with many climbs and descents following the left bank of Dudh Koshi to Phakding.
Day 04: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440 m.): It takes about five hours. The trail starts through a level path along the right bank. Thamserku looms skyward on the opposite bank. You cross a stream and climb the terraced hill from the Dudh Koshi route, to arrive at Benkar. The trail now climbs from the riverbed on the left bank into the mountain, through a forest to Chumoa. You continue along a path with many ups and downs; cross a stream, and pass by the tiny village of Monjo. Now you descend the path of stone steps and return to the right bank. After a short climb you come to Jorsale’s teahouse and hotel, also stop at the National Park entrance counter where National Park fee is collected. After your departure from Jorsale you enter a forested mountainside. You follow a short walk along the riverbed of this V-shaped valley where the river forks - the right is the Dudh Koshi and the left is the Bhote Koshi that leads to Nampa La. After short distance along the Bhote Kosi you begin the steep ascent to Namche Bazar. As the mountain path zigzags uphill, you will emerge at a ridge top rest area that offers excellent views of Everest (8848m) and Lhotse (8516m.), The climb eases somewhat, and Namche Bazar appears ahead as you travel along the path surrounded by pines. Pass the plateau where the Saturday bazaar is held and enter the village. Namche Bazar (3440m) is surrounded on three sides by mountain ranges and opens out only where it faces the Bhote Koshi. The village is a central hub of the area and food, sundries and even mountain climbing equipment may be purchased here.
Day 05: Rest day at Namche Bazaar (3440 m.) for acclimatization: Namche is tucked away between two ridges amidst the giant peaks of the Khumbu and has an abundance of lodges, tea shops and souvenir shops as well as a magnificent outlook. It is an ideal place to spend a rest day for acclimatization to the high altitude before heading off towards Tyangboche. For the acclimatization you walk upto Khhumjung where you can visit monastery. Khhumjung is densely populated by Sherpa community. You can also enjoy the splendid views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Tawche and kongde. Or you can have an hour walk up to the Syangboche (3800m.) where Everest View Hotel is situated above Namche for the outstanding view of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. .There is also good views from the National Park Centre and Museum just above the town. This museum exhibits Sherpa culture.
Day 06: Trek from Namche to before Kusum Kanguru Base Camp.
Day 07: Trek from there to Kusum Kanguru Base Camp.
Day 08-15: Climbing period of Kusum Kanguru Peak.
Day 16: Trek back from Kusum Kanguru base camp to Namche Bazaar.
Day 17: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2886 m.): It takes about five hours. The last day of your trek leads from Namche Bazaar via Monjo to Lukla. The trek is pleasant, except for few short uphill climbs and then down to the Bhote-Koshi River crossing it three times. The last uphill climb of 45 minutes will bring you to Lukla for your overnight stay.
Day 18: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu. You take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu.
Day 19: Transfer to international airport for your final flight departure
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- Kathmandu international airport transfer
- 2 Nights hotel in kathmandu / or 2 Nights hotel in Planet Hotel Bhaktapur on B. B plan
- All meals ( Bf, Lun, Din.) 3 times serving with Hot drinks each day as per itinerary
- Tented camp accommodation (only for camping days) during the trip
- Tea House trekking rest of the days.
- Royalties of Kusum Kangaru peak climbing
- Sagarmatha National park entry permit.
- TIMS ( Trekker 's Information Management System ) permit
- Equipment for the camping trek , cooking and eating utensils during the trip.
- Service of staffs and government liason officer at the base camp
- High altitude porters, & their wages, high altitude and equipment allowances and other facilities to Nepali staffs.
- Guide, sherpa, cook, and all other necessaries porter during the trip as per the group sizes
- Accidential insurances for all Nepali staffs
- Domestic Airfare according to program
- All types of ground transport as per itinerary
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Kusum Kangaru 6367m is one of the rocky and frozen peaks. This forms the border between the Dudhkosi in the south and Hinku Valley to the north. Its name creating in Sherpa language means the Three Snow-White Gods. This climb is suggested only for participants who have enough alpine mountaineering experience.
This peak can be climbed from south East Ridge route or north Ridge route.
