Over the years, Wilderness in Nepal (WIN), Australia and Keep Walking Nepal have been lending a helping hand to rural and marginalized communities in Nepal though various community projects and medical clinics.
For 2023, we’ve planned a 4 day medical camp at Bhadaure, a remote mountainous village in the Annapurna region. The village lacked basic medical facilities and only recently a basic health center setup was setup with support from WIN.
Bhadaure village is a rural community in Kaski (Annapurna Region). Unlike the surrounding areas around Bhadaure which have benefited from Tourism, Agricultural Development, etc, the village is away from the commercial trail and thus economically deprived. The locals don’t have accessible health care as the nearest hospital is an hour away and public transportation is non-existent. Currently a health post of sorts has been put in place with financial aid from WIN and employs a health assistant to treat minor ailments.
As such, the WIN Bhadaure Medical Clinic 2023 will greatly benefit the village and surrounding community as the the nearest hospital is almost 1.5 hours away.
After the medical camp, you can join the Everest View trek that takes you through beautiful Sherpa villages, and to the foot of the most beautiful mountain. Plus, you will get to explore the rich culture and landscape of the Khumbu region.
The Everest View Trek is an easy to moderately challenging trek that takes you to the upper reaches of Khumbu. The trek is for all ages who are moderately fit.
Throughout the trek, the changes in the landscape will help you understand and appreciate the harsh mountain life. You will get to see the mighty Himalayan giants while observing the Sherpa culture and their life path. One of the major attractions on the trek is the stay at Tengboche. You will get to visit the historic Tengboche Monastery with views of Tawache, Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku.
Keep Walking Nepal would be pleased to have you along on this adventure. The program as a whole introduces you to our country and way of life.
Trip Highlights
- Guided tour of UNESCO world heritage sites in Kathmandu
- Scenic scheduled return flights: Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu
- Volunteering at the Bhadaure 2023 Medical Camp
- Experience the culture, lifestyle and hospitality of the Sherpa people
- Scenic scheduled flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and Chartered Helicopter flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Explore Sherpa villages, monasteries and lush valleys with the spectacular view of the Himalayas
Trip Grade - Easy
Fixed Departures
Departure | Return | Price (Inc. Tax) | Dept Status | |
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30 Sep 2023 | 19 Oct 2023 | $3140 USD | Available | Book Now |
Trip Summary
- Day 1 :Arrive Kathmandu transfer to hotel Tibet and welcome dinner
- Day 2 :Guided half day tour of Kathmandu
- Day 3 :Fly to Pokhara (25 min) and drive to Bhadaure (1.5 hrs)
- Day 4- 7 :Volunteer at Medical Camp
- Day 8 :Drive to Pokhara. Rest of the day at leisure.
- Day 9 :Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu (25 min). Rest of the day at leisure
- Day 10 :Flight to Lukla (2,820 m; 30 min). Trek to Phakding (2,610 m; 4 hrs)
- Day 11 :Trek to Monjo (2,900 m; 3 hrs)
- Day 12 :Trek to Namche (3,440 m; 7-8 hrs)
- Day 13 :Acclimatization day (Optional hike to Everest view hotel)
- Day 14 :Trek to Tengboche (3,820 m; 5-6 hrs)
- Day 15 :Trek to Khumjung (3,790 m; 5-6 hrs)
- Day 16 :Trek to Monjo (2,900 m; 5-6 hrs)
- Day 17 :Trek to Lukla (2,840 m; 4-5 hrs)
- Day 18 :Fly to Kathmandu on a chartered Heli Flight
- Day 19 :Full day at leisure in Kathmandu. Farewell dinner in the evening.
- Day 20 :Departure: End of trip
Daily Movements
- Chartered Helicopter flight from Lukla to Kathmandu require at least 4 group members
(total capacity of a standard helicopter is 5 passengers; 4 guests and 1 guide). - If the group size is less than 4 people; the total cost of the helicopter flight will be divided with the no of group members for equal division.
- Alternatively, smaller groups can also opt to fly in regular flights from Lukla to Kathmandu.
Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu transfer to hotel Tibet and welcome dinner
Our representative will pick you up at Kathmandu International Airport and drive you to your hotel. Depending upon what time you arrive, you can enjoy a full day at leisure and go on a welcome dinner with the KEEP WALKING FAMILY.
Look out for the KEEP WALKING NEPAL board behind the railing once you exit the airport terminal.
Overnight at Hotel Tibet (B, D)
Day 2: Guided half day tour of Kathmandu
After breakfast you will get to experience the 2 most important sanctuaries in Kathmandu Valley: Pashupatinath & Boudhanath. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel Tibet (B)
Day 3: Fly to Pokhara (25 min) and drive to Bhadaure (1.5 hrs)
After breakfast, you will drive to Kathmandu airport for 25 min flights to Pokhara. Once at Pokhara, you will drive to Bhadaure village and catch up with the local team and crew.
You will then prepare for the medical camp in coordination with the Bhadaure Health Center, local villagers, and crew.
Overnight at Local Lodge or Tented Camp (B, L, D)
Day 4- 7: Volunteer at Medical Camp
You will engage in various activities at the medical camp.
Overnight at Local Lodge or Tented Camp (B, L, D)
Day 8: Drive to Pokhara. Rest of the day at leisure.
After breakfast you will drive to Pokhara. You have the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at Lakeside Hotel (B)
Day 9: Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu (25 min). Rest of the day at leisure
You will fly to Kathmandu late morning where you will have the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel Tibet (B)
Day 10: Flight to Lukla (2,820 m; 30 min). Trek to Phakding (2,610 m; 4 hrs)
You will drive to Kathmandu domestic airport for an adventurous early morning 30 min flight to Lukla’s Tenzing Hillary Airport (2,800 m) on a scheduled flight. In clear weather, you will be rewarded with the first glimpse of Everest.
At Lukla, you meet the rest of your crew. The porters will take your duffel bag and will meet you at the lodge (this will continue throughout the trek).
Once out of Lukla, you will descend past small fields and cozy little wooden houses with vegetable gardens; all with a picturesque mountain backdrop. Along the way, you might encounter some pack animals as they are the only means of goods transportation up and down the mountain.
Along the way, in clear weather, one can catch views of the ice-covered 6,000 m high Kusum Kanguru. The trail is marked by impressive black mani stones painted with Tibetan inscriptions and a large stupa which indicates our destination for the day, Phakding, is nearby.
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 11: Trek to Monjo (2,900 m; 3 hrs)
After breakfast, you will continue on the trail. It is a relatively short day as you cross suspension bridges over raging streams, past small hamlets and fields. Though the trail isn’t difficult, it is undulating – what we call the Nepali flat.
You will reach Monjo for lunch and the rest of the day is at leisure. You can visit the local school, visit the local snooker house for some beer or just call it a day.
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 12: Trek to Namche (3,440 m; 7-8 hrs)
Post breakfast, you will set about crossing suspension bridges and undulating terrain past traditional homes, plowed fields and forests.
As you climb slowly to the gate of Sagarmatha National Park, the snowy peak of Thamserku shows itself. After lunch, you will climb up to cross a suspension bridge over the Imja Gorge and tackle a steep hike to Namche Bazaar, the largest Sherpa village in the Khumbu region perched on the side of a hill.
On the way, if the weather is clear, you might even get the first view of the mighty Everest.
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 13: Acclimatization day (Optional hike to Everest view hotel)
An important rule for a successful trek is successful acclimatization. Following the mantra, you will spend a second night in Namche but visit higher grounds to adapt our body.
We suggest a hike early morning hike to the Everest View Hotel (3,880 m) and enjoy a breath-taking 360 panorama of Everest, Taboche, Thamserku, Kongde Ri and Ama Dablam.
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 14: Trek to Tengboche (3,820 m; 5-6 hrs)
Leaving behind the bustling town of Namche, you will head east high above the raging Dudh Koshi river.
You will climb over open slopes, a few houses and sparse pine forest and then descend to the river again at Phunki Tenga to cross the Imja Khola. The trail now sharply ascends through mixed pine and juniper forest to Tengboche.
Tengboche monastery, largest in Khumbu, was completely destroyed by fire some decades ago but has been completely restored thanks to donations, especially from abroad. The double top view of Kongde Ri with the monastery in the front is picture-perfect. The monastery houses art, a large Buddha statue and musical instruments and robes of the Lama.
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 15: Trek to Khumjung (3,790 m; 5-6 hrs)
You will retrace your steps to the small settlement of Kyangjuma, and follow the higher trail via Sansa to Khumjung.
The only high school founded by Sir Edmund Hillary in 1961 in Khumjung is definitely worth a visit. Also, don’t miss the mysterious Khumjung monastery where a Yeti scalp and skull are said to be “preserved”.
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 16: Trek to Monjo (2,900 m; 5-6 hrs)
It’s all downhill from here. You will hike directly down to Namche and after some rest retrace your steps back to Monjo.
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 17: Trek to Lukla (2,840 m; 4-5 hrs)
Backtracking to Lukla on the famous ‘Nepali Flats’, your journey in the homeland of the Sherpas will have come to an end. Alas, it’s your last day with your crew of Sherpas and porters, and rightfully calls for a celebration.
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 18: Fly to Kathmandu on a chartered Heli Flight
You will fly back to Kathmandu early morning after breakfast. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Note
Overnight at Hotel Tibet (B)
Day 19: Full day at leisure in Kathmandu. Farewell dinner in the evening.
You will have the full day at your own leisure in Kathmandu. In the evening, we will get together to celebrate your trip with Keep Walking Nepal.
Overnight at Hotel Tibet (B, D)
Day 20: Departure: End of trip
Your journey comes to an end today. A Keep Walking Nepal will drop you to Tribhuwan International Airport for your flight back home.
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Cost - US $ 3140 (joining Kathmandu)
(Single Supplement: additional US $ )
Cost Includes:
- Airport pick up and drop off by private vehicle as per the itinerary.
- All local transportation as per itinerary
- Guided half day tour in Kathmandu
- Twin sharing accommodation at Hotel Tibet in Kathmandu & at hotel in Pokhara
- Twin sharing accommodation at the medical camp either in lodge or tent
- Twin sharing accommodation on the trek at local lodges
- Meals as specified in the above itinerary
- Domestic flight tickets for Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu
- Domestic flight ticket for Kathmandu – Lukla
- Chartered helicopter flights for Lukla – Kathmandu per details below;
- Please note that chartered helicopter flight requires at least 4 group members
- (total capacity of a standard helicopter is 5 passengers; 4 guests and 1 guide)
- If the group size is less than 4; the total cost of the helicopter flight will be divided with the no of passengers for equal division.
- Alternatively, smaller groups can also opt to fly out of Lukla to Kathmandu in regular flights
- Please note that chartered helicopter flight requires at least 4 group members
- Experienced local crew and cultural guide.
- All permits & entrance fees as per program (unless mentioned otherwise)
- Use of and access to a First Aid medical kit by trained and certified staff (if you require first aid assistance)
- Duffle Bag, Sleeping bag, Down Jacket
Cost Excludes:
- Meals other than specified in the itinerary.
- International airfares.
- Nepal entry visa fee.
- Rescue & travel insurance.
- Items of a personal nature.
- Alcoholic drinks, hot shower, cold drinks, laundry, phone call, and internet.
- Tips (average daily rate is USD 6 TO 7 per person per day)
TRIP FACTS
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Duration
20 Days -
Best Season
October -
Max-Altitude
3,850m -
Difficulty Level
Easy -
Group Size
2 -14 members persons -
Accomodation
Hotel, Lodge / Tent