He is extremely knowledgeable of the region and the various villages and places we stayed and provided a top-notch service to myself and my team. Next porter kamal was also simply amazing. Even though our Porter was lots of fun even though he spoke little English, he still communicated, and was loads of fun. Usually, when I write reviews I give some constructive feedback but I honestly wouldn’t change a thing, it was wonderful. I recommend Well Plan Trekking and this experience but I plan on coming back to Everest Base camp Trek.
Lobuche East Peak Climbing Overview
Lobuche East Peak Climbing is a magnificent mountain standing at 6,119 meters in the middle of the Khumbu region. It is widely considered one of the most rewarding climbing goals for those who want to experience the thrill and adventure of the Himalayas. For many adventurers, this peak serves as the perfect bridge between high-altitude trekking and serious mountaineering. The mountain has two main summits, East and West, and the East Peak is the one most commonly climbed by those looking for a true summit experience. Reaching the top of Lobuche East gives you a front row seat to some of the highest mountains on the planet, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse. This 20 day journey is not just about the climb, rather it’s also about full immersion into the home of the Sherpa people and the legendary trail that leads to the highest point on earth.
The adventure begins with a short, scenic flight to Lukla. From the moment you land on the hillside runway, you feel the shift in energy. The air is crisp, and the sound of bells from passing yak caravans fills the valleys. You walk through lush green forests and cross high suspension bridges over the turquoise waters of the Dudh Koshi river. As you gain altitude, the landscape changes from farmland and pine trees to rugged rock and ice. Eventually, you reach the famous village of Namche Bazaar, which is the capital of the Sherpa world. This journey takes you deep into the Sagarmatha National Park, a place where nature is both beautiful and powerful.
Major Highlights of the Expedition
- Reach the summit of Lobuche East Peak at 6,119 meters for a close view of Mount Everest.
- Experience the energy of Everest Base Camp at 5,364 meters, the starting point for world famous expeditions.
- Stand on top of Kala Patthar at 5,545 meters to see the sunrise over the massive Khumbu Icefall.
- Visit the Tengboche Monastery, the most famous Buddhist temple in the Khumbu region.
- Walk through the historic Sherpa villages of Namche Bazaar and Khumjung to learn about local traditions.
- Spend time in the high alpine meadows of Dingboche, surrounded by giant peaks like Ama Dablam.
- Learn technical mountain skills like using crampons and fixed ropes under the guidance of expert Sherpa guides.
- Witness the incredible views of the Lhotse Shar and Nuptse ridges from the high camps.
- Trek through the Khumbu glacier moraine and see the memorials dedicated to fallen climbers at Thukla Pass.
- Fly in and out of the famous Lukla airport, which is known as one of the most exciting mountain flights in the world.
Exploring the Sherpa Heartland and Khumbu Valley
The walk through the Khumbu valley is a journey into a land of deep faith and ancient traditions. Every turn in the trail reveals something new, from colorful prayer flags fluttering in the wind to large stones carved with holy mantras. The Sherpa people have lived in these high mountains for generations, and their hospitality is legendary. Staying in local teahouses allows you to experience this culture firsthand. You will see how life revolves around the seasons and the mountains, and you will hear stories of legendary climbers who have passed through these same villages.
Namche Bazaar is a highlight of the trek, sitting in a natural bowl on a steep hillside. It is a place where you can find everything from fresh coffee to local handicrafts. As you climb higher to places like Tengboche and Dingboche, the air becomes thinner and the views become more dramatic. The Tengboche Monastery is a spiritual center for both locals and climbers. Standing in the courtyard of the monastery with the giant face of Everest in the background is a moment that most people never forget. This transition from the busy markets of Namche to the quiet, thin air of the high valley makes this trip a deeply moving experience.
Scaling the Ice on Lobuche East
While the trek to Everest Base Camp is beautiful, the climb to the summit of Lobuche East is where the real adventure begins. This is a technical climb that requires focus, strength, and the right gear. After spending time at Everest Base Camp and hiking up Kala Patthar for acclimatization, you move to Lobuche Base Camp (4,865m). From here, you leave the main trekking trail behind and enter the world of rock and snow. The climb starts with a steep ascent to High Camp (5,640m), which is located near a hidden glacial lake.
The summit push is the most challenging and exciting part of the trip. It usually begins in the early hours of the morning while the stars are still bright in the sky. You will wear crampons and use an ice axe to navigate the snowy slopes. Much of the climb involves moving along a ridge using fixed ropes for safety. As you climb higher, the views of the surrounding mountains become even more spectacular. The final stretch to the summit is a steep snow slope that will test your endurance.
Reaching the top of Lobuche East is an incredible achievement. At the summit, you are standing at over 6,000 meters, looking directly across at the South Col of Everest. You can see the entire range stretching out before you, from the sharp peak of Ama Dablam to the massive wall of Lhotse. The feeling of success after such a long journey is hard to put into words. After taking photos and enjoying the view, you begin the careful descent back to the safety of the lower camps, carrying the memories of the summit with you.
Trip Details Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu then transfer to respective Hotels
- Distance : 7 km
- Duration : 30 Minutes drive to hotel
- Max. Altitude :1345m.
On reaching Kathmandu via respective airlines well received by company guides and staff for a short drive in the hub of Kathmandu city where your hotels located.After checking into your lovely rooms getting refreshed join in at the hotel lobby for a group briefing regarding treks and climb with other useful information to make your stay in Nepal enjoyable and pleasant. The evening includes a group welcome dinner in nice Nepalese restaurants with cultural programs as entertainment with the dinner.
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include: Dinner
Day 02: Kathmandu trek, and climb preparations.
- Distance : Explore Day
- Duration : Explore Day
- Max. Altitude :1345m.
The morning after hearty breakfast, as per the given time our city and tour guide will lead you to the heart of Kathmandu city, for an exciting historical and heritage tour of old Durbar (royal palace and courtyard) square of historical importance includes the Temple of Kumari (Living young virgin Goddess) Kastamandap Temple where Kathmandu name derived from, a temple built with the wood of a single tree, tour of the old palace during the reign of Malla and late Shah kings. Tour leads to the famous landmark of Nepal at Swayambhunath Stupa of more than 2,500 years old a Buddhist Chaitya or Stupa with all-seeing eyes of Lord Buddha, afternoon back to the hotel, after an interesting tour rest of the day free at leisure and preparation for Lobuche East Peak Climb and Trek.
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include:
Day 03: Fly to Lukla 2,830 m & trek to Phakding
- Distance : 377 km
- Duration : 30 Min fly then walking 4 to 5 hours
- Max. Altitude : 2,830 m
Starting early morning transfer to domestic airport for the short and scenic flight to Lukla, taking a smaller aircraft (Twin Otter or Dornier) during 30 minutes on air with an amazing panorama of Himalayan series of peaks with Mt. Everest, as the plane lands on its unique uphill runways reaching at Tenzing & Hillary airport in Lukla. From here a slow start with few hours of walks downhill past many Sherpa farm villages with well-tended crops and vegetable fields and terraces with occasional views of snow-capped peaks of Kwangde and Kusum Kanguru, and then reaching our first overnight stop of the trek at Phakding in the comfort of a nice and cozy lodge located by the raging Dudh Kosi River.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar
- Distance : 11 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :3,440 m
Today with the long uphill walk to reach at famous Namche Bazaar, starting with the gradual walk following Dudh Kosi River upstream crossing few bridges to reach Sagarmatha National Park entrance near Monjo village. Sagarmatha for Everest in Nepalese, while Sherpa calls Chomolungma (of Tibetan origin) in both languages, means ‘Great Mother’, from here a pleasant walk on river bed then climb for few hours into the forested trail with views of snow-capped peaks, as this scenic walk reaches you at exciting Namche Bazaar.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 05: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and local excursion.
- Distance : Rest Day
- Duration : Explore Day
- Max. Altitude :3440m
A rest day at Namche Bazaar for necessary acclimatization, before heading higher area an ideal spot for the free day at this height above 3,440 m high.in Namche spend the day with the scenic hike to viewpoints on top Namche facing Mt. Everest-Amadablam and other range of peaks, afternoon explore the streets and shops, Namche holds a colorful and busy Saturday Market once a week.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 06: Trek to Thyangboche Monastery
- Distance : 14 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude : 3,867 m
From Namche walk leads on getting a dual scenic path with downhill to Imjatse River at Phunge-Tenga for lunch, afternoon uphill climb into rhododendron, pines, fir forest with grand views of snowcapped peaks. After few hours of climb reaching Thyangboche Monastery, enjoy marvelous views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Kangtenga, Thamasarku, Kwande with magnificent Amadablam, the afternoon with time to visit its interesting monastery and observe monks and priest on prayer.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 07: Trek to Dingboche
- Distance : 11
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :4,260 m
Morning head downhill after catching striking views of Everest, Amadablam with other range of peaks, as walk leads into green forested areas on the downhill walk after crossing a bridge where three lines fade to exposed and dry, barren terrain with spectacular views of Amadablam as our route reaches Pangboche village. This is the last permanent village before Dingboche and beyond, and then to Somara for lunch and continue to walk to Dingboche village for the overnight stop, located within scenic Imjatse valley with excellent views of Amadablam and Island Peak.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 08: Rest day at Dingboche for acclimatization and excursion.
- Distance : Rest Day
- Duration : Explore day
- Max. Altitude :4,260 m
A rest day for proper acclimatization here a short hike up to Nakarjung hills for better views of surrounding peaks with Mt. Makalu towards east adjoining. Optional walk to Chukung at 4,760 m high, a small settlement within Imjatse valley offers incredible views of Island Peak, Lhotse Shar, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Amadablam.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 09: Trek to Lobuche
- Distance : 8 km
- Duration : 5 to 7 hours
- Max. Altitude :4,930 m
After a pleasant rest at Dingboche, the morning walk leads to a short climb facing excellent views, and then walk on grass dual scenic trail to Thugla for lunch, this is where the massive Khumbu glacier melts into a raging river. From here trail Pheriche and Dingboche trail join towards Everest Base Camp, after a break a steep climb for an hour to Thugla pass, witness stone memorials of unfortunate climbers who died climbing on Mt. Everest, Lhotse or other high mountains. From here a nice walk to Lobuche for another overnight stop.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp 5364 m and return to Gorakshep 5,180 m - 06 hrs.
- Distance : 15 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :5364 m
Today our adventure takes you to Everest Base Camp our main goal and highlight of the trip walking for few hours with the short steep climb in between glacier and moraine, then reaching at Gorakshep, beneath the lofty peak of Pumori and Kalapathar rocky hill. The walk continues towards Everest base camp, at base camp enjoy views of massive Khumbu Ice Fall and glaciers, after an exciting time with the experience of a lifetime retrace the journey back to Gorakshep for the overnight stop.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 11: Hike to Kalapathar 5,545 m trek to Lobuche Peak base camp
- Distance : 15 km
- Duration : 6 to 7 hours
- Max. Altitude :5,545 m
Morning steep climb leads you on top Kalapathar for the fabulous panorama of giant peaks including Mt. Everest at a close distance, the highest point on a trek at above 5,545 m / 18,192 ft. After a great scenic time downhill walk to Gorakshep and continue trek to reach to Lobuche and onward to Lobuche East Peak base camp for the ascent with the last night in tents with camping facilities of kitchen unit and cooks.
- Accommodation: Camping
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 12: At Base Camp preparation for the climb.
- Distance : Explore day
- Duration : Explore day
- Max. Altitude : 4,865 m
Today busy sorting out climbing gear required for the climb with time for practice and preparation rest of the afternoon rest for the tough climb on top Lobuche East Peak, this extra day helps you with acclimatization, taking short walks around.
- Accommodation: Camping
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 13: Climb to High Camp 5,640 m - 04 hrs.
- Distance : 7 km
- Duration : 4 to 5 hours
- Max. Altitude :5,640 m
Starting with a steep climb to establish high camp, our route leads for nearly few hours to reach the High or Advance Camp for the climb, as the walk leads over rocky moraine faint path to reach High Camp, an afternoon with free for final preparation for the climb, while our guide will scout the area for most straightforward and easy accessible climbing route and fixing ropes where necessary for next day climb to the summit.
- Accommodation: Camping
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 14: Climb to the summit of Lobuche Peak 6,119 m and descend - 08 hrs.
- Distance : 9 km
- Duration : 7 to 8 hours
- Max. Altitude :6,119 m
A tough mountain to tackle as the climb leads to a steep haul; our expert guides will fix ropes where necessary on some tough technical section to reach the eastern summit of Lobuche peak, after a final push reaching top 6,119 m / 20,192 ft high offers mind-blowing views and the panorama of mountains around Khumbu valley, certainly makes you feel on a top high spirit. Catch the views of Mt. Everest 8,848 m, Lhotse 8,501 m, Mt. Amadablam 6,856 m, Mt. Makalu 8, 463 m, Chamlang, and Baruntse peaks in the far distance, after an adventure of a lifetime experience and then descend on the same route to base camp.
- Accommodation: Camping
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 15: Trek to Pangboche
- Distance : 15 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :3,900 m
After a mighty adventure and successful ascent on top Lobuche East peak, return journey to Lukla where morning walk leads to short uphill’s over dry moraine, then reaching Pheriche valley and its nice settlement for rest and then continue to walk to our overnight stop at Pangboche in the comfort of the ice lodge with great views.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 16: Trek to Namche Bazzer
- Distance : 14 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude : 3,570 m
An easy walk back to Lukla on losing much elevation as walk leads to Pangboche and then an hour climb into forest reaching on top at Thyangboche Monastery, from here on the downhill to cross over Imjatse River with an hour climb past Lobesa and Shanasa to reach quiet small settlement at Kyanjima for an overnight stop with complete views of Everest and Amadablam with other adjoining peaks.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 17 : Trek to Lukla
- Distance : 15 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :3440m
Last day of the trekking and an interesting walk following the Dudh Kosi River for some time as our route leads past Phakding and Ghat villages with the last climb to reach Lukla, on this last day trek of the adventure. On reaching Lukla check into the ice lodge with an evening last dinner in the mountain with guides, porters, and other staff.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 18 : Fly back to Kathmandu 1,345 m and transfer to your hotels.
- Distance : 377 km
- Duration : 30 Min then walking 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :2860m.
After a wonderful experience around high mountains and hills, transfer to Lukla airport for a scenic flight back to Kathmandu, on reaching at Kathmandu after an awesome scenic short flight with great experience and adventure on Lobuche East Peak Climb with Everest Base Camp trekking, and then transfer to your hotels with afternoon free at leisure for last day shopping souvenirs and handicrafts.
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include: Breakfast
19 Day : In Kathmandu free day for individual activities and rest.
- Distance : Rest Day
- Duration : Rest Day
- Max. Altitude :1345m
We have reserved an extra day in Kathmandu in case of flight delay and cancellation at Lukla which might happen sometimes due to unfavorable bad weather conditions, if all goes well as per our Well Plan enjoy this free day with individual activities and shopping or relax with wonderful memories and experience of the climb on Lobuche Peak.
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include: Breakfast and Farewell Dinner
Day 20: International Departure for Homeward bound.
- Distance : 7 km
- Duration : 30 Min drive
- Max. Altitude :
Last day in Nepal in the country of high Himalayan mountains with fascinating culture, after a memorable experience and adventure on Lobuche East Peak climb, as per your international flight time our staff transfers you to the airport for the flight homeward bound or to your next port of call and respective countries
- Accommodation:
- Meals Include: Breakfast
Cost Details
THE PACKAGE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING SERVICE
- Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
- 4 Night Kathmandu Hotel accommodation with breakfast (3-star Hotel)
- Pre-trek briefing
- Internal flight Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu for guest and guide inclusive with all taxes and transfers
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek /lodges along the trek as per itinerary
- Meals on full board ( Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner ) with 3 times tea/coffee during the trek
- Fresh fruits after every dinner
- All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
- Helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, well English speaking trained, government license holder guide with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodations, and insurance
- 1 well-experienced English-speaking assistant guide if the group size exceeds 5+ persons
- Strong experienced Sherpa helpers [porters] with meals, accommodation, salary, and insurance(1 porter will carry a maximum of 25 kilos in total even if shared by 2 or more people)
- All necessary trekking permits: Sagarmatha National Park and Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) fee.
- Lobuche East Peak Climbing Permit fees
- Lobuche East Peak base camp to base camp service
- Experienced licensed holder climbing guide
- Duffel bag and trekking map.
- 1 Well-Plan Trekking t-shirt
- Comprehensive medical kits and basic first aid (carried by your guide)
- Oximeter – To determine your oxygen level
- All government and local taxes
- Well Plan Trekking trek achievement certificate after the successful trek
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu at a cultural restaurant
THE PACKAGE EXCLUDES THE FOLLOWING SERVICE
- Nepal entry visa
- International airfare
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Bar and beverage bills
- Meals and accommodation in Kathmandu (also in the case of early returns and late departures)
- Personal nature expenses egg. all kinds of drinks, Mineral water, Beer, Coke, entire beverages, Hot water, etc
- Extra Hot showers, Wi-Fi & battery charging while on a trek
- personal clothing and climbing gear
- Services not mentioned in the ‘Services Includes’ section (Please ask us if you are confused about any services)
- Tips for guides and porters
Equipment’s
EQUIPMENT
Recommended equipment list
This list is a guide to help you pack for your trip. This is not intended to be a comprehensive clothing and equipment list; rather it is intended to act as a reminder of those items that we feel necessary for your comfort and convenience .we also suggest that you pack only what is necessary.
Head
• The warm hat that covers your ears
• Sunglasses
• Sun hat
• Headlamp with extra batteries
Upper body
• T-shirts
• Fleece jacket or sweater
• Fleece wind –stopper jacket
• Waterproof shell jacket
• Down vest and /or jacket (optional)Hands
• Lightweight gloves (water /windproof)
• Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
Lower body
• Underwear
• Hiking trousers
• Fleece or woolen trousers
• Lightweight thermal bottoms
• Lightweight cotton pants
• Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric )shell pants Feet
• Thin lightweight inner socks
• Heavy poly or wool socks
• Hiking boots with spare laces
• Camp shoes (sneakers and sandals)
Sleeping
• Sleeping bag (good to -10 degrees C de 14 degrees F)
• Fleece sleeping bag liner (optional)
Toiletries
• Toothbrush /paste
• Multi-purpose soap
• Nail clippers
• Deodorants
• Medium-sized quick-drying towel
• Face and body moisturizer
• Small mirror
• Female hygiene products
Personal hygiene
• Wet wipes (baby wipes)
• Tissue/toilet roll
• Antibacterial hand wash
Medical
• Small, personal first-aid kit (simple and light)
• A cough and /or cold medicine
• Anti –altitude sickness pills; Diamox or acetazolamide
• Stomach antibiotic
Extras /luxuries
• Reading book
• Trail map /guidebook
• Journal and pen
• Travel game(chess, backgammon, playing cards etc)
• Modest swimsuit
• Binoculars
• Camera
PERSONAL CLIMBING GEAR FOR TREKKING PEAKS
Plastic Boot a pair
Crampons a pair
Ice Axe one
Harness one
Carabineer or Karabiner two each
Snow Gaiters a pair
Snow / Sun Glass one each
Warm Gloves a pair
Wind Proof Jacket & Trouser. a set each
Down Jacket one each
Down sleeping bags one each with inner linear
Main Ropes 200m ( 50m per person) as per the peak is chosen
Snow Bar 2 / 4 pieces depending upon group size.
Ski Pole (optional) one each
Following items can be bought or hired in Kathmandu.
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Client Reviews
Steyan
Monika
Nepal is Great! It’s a paradise for all mountain lovers
A well organized 12 days trip with spirituell and cultural highlights in and around Kathmandu and Pokhara, including also Chitwan National Park and two easy treks. From picking up at the Airport to the farewell dinner in the end my group hat very good experiences. Ram and his Guide Pradeep did a amazing job. Thank you so much 🙏
Estefanía H
We did the Everest Base case trip and the three passes. Ram was always taking care of us and he managed to get everything we needed as soon as possible. We had many discrepancies from the original plan due to illnesses and he was always open to making the needed changes and flexibilize it. We couldn’t choose the best company for our trip.
Moreover, our guide, Raju, was also a five-star guide: always open to our demands, well known every hotel, place and hike.Very happy with them, Source Tripadvisor
Manish
I recently completed the Annapurna Base Camp trek and couldn’t say enough about my experience. The experience itself was amazing and a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Our lead guide, Ram, was extraordinary!! The trekking wasn’t easy, but it wasn’t that hard, and the spectacular views around each corner meant I hardly thought about the walking. OK, we had perfect weather, which helped; it even snowed while we were at Annapurna Base Camp.
Mani
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking
Madageskar
Хочу выразить благодарность агентству Well Plan Trekking и лично директору Ram за оперативную организацию незабываемого , насыщенного путешествия по удивительному Непалу! За две недели мы прошли красивейший трек к базовому лагерю Аннапурны , побывали на сафари в джунглях Читвана, посетили дочтопримечательности Катманду! Четкая организация перемещений и ночевкок, внимательный и ответственный гид, прекрасные портеры, без которых наш подьем был бы крайне затруднительным, а так же дружеское участие и проводы на Родину).
Желаю дальнейшего развития и процветания !
Непал 22 апреля-6 мая 2019г.
С уважением, Елена & K°.
Kristin Bolton
Everest Base camp trek is unforgettable experience and adventure of a lifetime. My and my husband we went for two weeks trek with our guide Sanjay .This trip wouldn’t be so great without Sanjay . He took care of us and our health. We felt safe and supported for all of the time. When I had a bad day he checked oxygen level in my blood and assured me that everything is fine. He was also checking regularly if we drink enough water which is very important when you are at the high altitude. We are planning another trek and will definitely be going with Well plan Trekking and insisting on Sanjay as our guide!
Kristin Bolton
Everest Base camp trek is an unforgettable experience and adventure of a lifetime. My and my husband we went for two weeks trek with our guide Sanjay. This trip wouldn’t be so great without Sanjay. He took care of us and our health. We felt safe and supported for all of the time. When I had a bad day he checked oxygen level in my blood and assured me that everything is fine. He was also checking regularly if we drink enough water which is very important when you are at a high altitude. We are planning another trek and will definitely be going with Well plan Trekking and insisting on Sanjay as our guide!
Kate Vogel
Well Plan Trekking the Himalaya was an incredible experience before I even stepped foot in Nepal. Ram was able to reschedule my Annapurna Base Camp Trek trip due to a family function, and there was nearly no lag time in email response and confirmation. The cultural exposure and guide within the World Heritage sights throughout Kathmandu Valley was exceptional in the days up to the trek. While I was planning to trek in a group, I ended up being the only one (single female) with guide sanjaya . I felt safe with them the entire time; respectful and incredibly accommodating with my short bout of altitude sickness. Yam’s knowledge of the region is unparalleled. I am so grateful to have had him as my guide Sanjaya. This organization is one I will readily support again in future trips to Nepal, both for their hospitality, giving back to the community and nation, and unrivaled experience of Nepali Himals and culture.
jojo
Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Well Plan Trekking arranged an amazing trip to Annapurna Base Camp Trek.The trek itself was so beautiful and so challenging. Our guide Ram and assistant guide, Kamal was amazing. They worked tirelessly on the trail, at breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and after hours to make sure each of us had what we needed for a successful trek. Ram monitored our oxygen and heart rates as we climbed in elevation and he helped to manage other symptoms that travelers had including gastrointestinal issues, headaches from altitude, and cold symptoms. He made sure we stayed hydrated and ate appropriate meals for optimum energy. Ram is much more than a ‘guide.’ He and Kamal paced the group but were also willing to go at the pace needed by the slowest trekkers on any given day. I thank Well Plan Trekking and the whole team very much and can highly recommend Well Plan Trekking for all kind of trekking in the amazing Himalaya.
Wonderful winter Manaslu circuit Trek