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Dingboche Village Trek - 7 Days

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Good to Know
  • Duration 7 Days
  • Trip Grade Moderate
  • Trip Destination Everest Region, Nepal
  • Starts at Kathmandu
  • Ends at Kathmandu
  • Max. Altitude 5545m
  • Trip Type Trek & Helicopter Tour
  • Transport By Private vehicle, By Air
  • Accommodation Hotel or Lodges

Highlights

  • Secure online booking system
  • Trip cancellation facility as per company policy
  • Free trip rescheduling facility 
  • full trekking package in the reasonable price range
  • Three times meals for the whole trekking
  • Accommodation in hotels, lodges, or tea houses throughout the trek
  • NTA's professional, experienced guide with fluent English speaking
  • Meeting with the Sherpa community and learning about their culture and way of life
  • Walk through green and lush forests of rhododendrons, pine, and oak, tropical landscapes, farms, bridges, settlements, monasteries, gompas, etc.
  • Enjoy the view of the world's most beautiful peaks like  Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama-Dablam, Pumori, etc.

Dingboche village trek is a short and delightful trip to the famous base camp which takes you to the Khumbu valley where the real-life and the Himalayan culture of Sherpas are reflected. During the trek, you will observe the World Heritage Site, Sagarmatha National Park along with the majestic view of the world's highest peak, Mount Everest from the famous vantage point (Kala Patthar).

Dingboche village trek is  the most preferred and famous in the Everest region. The trek basically starts from Kathmandu International Airport to many famous places like Lukla, Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Kala Patthar, and more along with the majestic views of mountains and their surroundings.

Dingboche village trek is rewarding you with the mesmerizing view of mountains like Mount Everest, Lhotse, Lhotse Shar, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kusum Kanguru along with other beauties like rare flora and fauna preserved in Sagarmatha National Park, beautiful villages, rivers, streams, local people and their day to day lifestyle, culture, traditions, norms, values and so on.

During this 7 days trek to EBC, you will trek through every corner of the route and will also enjoy the natural beauty to the fullest. Upon reaching Dingboche, you also get a chance to experience the aerial view of the Everest region as the Heli flight will take you to Kala Patthar. This trek is best for all those who want to explore the Himalayas in a short period of time with both trekking and helicopter flight experiences.

Major attractions of Dingboche Village Trek

  • Short but pleasing mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (Tenzing Hillary Airport) and Lukla to Kathmandu
  • Stroll  through the most beautiful villages in the Everest area
  • Trekking to the corner of the majestic mountains every day
  • Fly to Kalapathar to see the rising sun on the mountain
  • A spectacular view of the world's highest mountains, including Mount Everest from a helicopter
  • Experience Khumbu Glacier and Khumbu icefall
  • Enjoy and explore the UNESCO world's heritage site - Sagarmatha National Park
  • Explore the most famous Tengboche monastery and Dingboche monastery
  • Trail covered with green forest inclusive of rhododendron, hills, exotic flora and fauna, suspension bridges, waterfall, river, streams, muddy and steep pathways, hotels, lodges, tea houses, and many more.

Dingboche Village Trek

Dingboche village trek initially starts from Kathmandu to Lukla with a regular flight. From Lukla, you will be trekking toward Phakding on the same day. The very next day, you will be heading towards Namche Bazaar and resting for the day. From Namche Bazaar, you will trek towards Khumjung and the following day to Tengboche. From Tengboche, you will head towards Dingboche village and explore around for the remaining parts of the day.

While strolling around the village, you will get a chance to explore the lush green forest, can see Pangboche village, observe some Chortens and mani walls, and also the stunning views of mountain peaks and ranges. Apart from that. you will also have the moments to interact with the local people and know about their daily lifestyle, culture, tradition, norms, and values. You can also have the opportunity to taste delicious Nepalese food as well as some international cuisines.

On the next day, the helicopter will take you to Kala Patthar which will offer dramatic aerial views of mountain chains alongside the highest eight thousand - Mount Everest. After landing a few minutes at Kala Patthar, the Heli will take you back to Lukla where you can explore the village, explore around, enjoy the food, and stay overnight. The following day, you will be returning back to Kathmandu early in the morning on a regular flight.

Dingboche village trek will reward you with a lifetime of memories of natural and ethnic Nepal including the blends of mountain views, monasteries, temples, green and colorful forests of rhododendron, pine, and oak, brownish hills, rivers, bridges, settlements, culture and more.

Trip facts of Dingboche Village Trek days Itinerary

  • Destination of the journey: Kala Patthar / Base Camp
  • Total Duration: 7 days
  • Walking hours per day: 1 to 6 hours
  • Helicopter flight time: Around 60 minutes
  • Group size: Minimum of 1 person
  • Group size for helicopter: 1 to 5 persons in one helicopter
  • Weight allowances in a helicopter: 400 kg including luggage
  • Minimum Altitude: 1,400 meters (Kathmandu)
  • Maximum Altitude: 5,643 meters (Kala Patthar) or 5,380 meters (EBC)

Best months for Dingboche Village Trek 7 days trek: March, April, May, September, October, and November. However, this trip can take place in any month of the year, when the weather is favorable. Before planning or booking a trek to base camp Everest for 7 days, don't forget to check the weather forecast.

Nepal Trek Adventure offers this wonderful opportunity to reach the base camp of Everest, explore around, experience a Heli ride in the Himalayas, and return back to Kathmandu in just 7 days. We offer private and group joining services with the best price guarantee. The trekking package provided by our company is fully modifiable. That way, you can add or deduct days, or add any comprehensive itinerary to suit your needs. If you are interested in taking a short 7-day trek to the base camp Everest by helicopter ride, do not hesitate to contact us. We are available 24 X 7 for your service.

Itinerary

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    Today is the day to start the journey. The company representative will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Tribhuvan International Airport from where you will fly to Lukla in a small plane. During the flight to Lukla, you will fly over beautiful settlements, mountains, greenery, temples, and more. Once you reach Lukla, you will have some delicious food and start the trek toward Phakding. During your trek, you will hike up and down hills, muddy steeps, beautiful villages with the view of mountain peaks like Gongla and Kusum Kanguru. Stay overnight at the hotel or lodge in Phakding.

    Kathmandu to Lukla flight duration: Around 40 minutes 
    Walking time: 3 to 4 hours
    Maximum altitude:  2610 meters (Phakding)
    Accommodation: Hotel/ lodges
    Mountains viewed: Gongla, Nupla, Kusum Kanguru, and more
    Attractions of the day: Lukla Airport (one of the world's dangerous airports), Phakding village, monasteries, green hills, and so on.

      After breakfast in the morning, you will start your trek. On this day, you will wander through rhododendron and blue pine forests and other areas which can be a wonderful experience, especially in the middle of spring. After a few hours of walking, you will reach Monjo, the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park. Once in Monjo, you can have some snacks or buy things if you want, visit the Sherpa Cultural Museum and the Everest National Park Museum. From there, you will walk uphill to Namche Bazaar with the first magnificent view of Mount Everest (hidden behind Lhotse-Nuptse) neighboring Lhotse, Kusum Kanguru, and other peaks. Stay overnight at a hotel or lodge in Namche Bazaar.

      Walking time: 5 to 6 hours
      Maximum altitude: 3450 metres (Namche Bazar)
      Accommodation: Hotel/ lodges 
      Mountains viewed: Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Tobuche, Kusum Kanguru and more
      Attractions of the day: Sagarmatha National Park entrance, Sherpa museum, monastery, bridges, river, streams, beautiful Namche Bazaar, and more
       

        Today we will take a short walk towards Khumjung. After completing all the morning routines and having breakfast, you will start your journey. You will walk uphill through the local settlements with beautiful views of mountains, brown hills, greenery, and more. Khumjung village can be reached after an hour's walk. After reaching Khumjung you will have lunch and visit Khumjung Monastery, Khunde Monastery, Sir Edmund Hillary School and Hospital, and many other places. You can also explore the Hotel Everest view at Syangboche. In the evening, you will stay overnight at the tea house and rest for the day.

        Walking time: Approx 1 hour
        Maximum Altitude: 3,790 meters (Khumjung)
        Accommodation: teahouses 
        Mountains viewed: Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Thamserku, etc.
        Attractions of the day: Khumjung monastery, Khunde monastery, Sir Edmund Hillary hospital, and school, Hotel Everest View, farmland, settlements, and more.

          Today, you will be heading towards Tengboche. The trail to Tengboche falls on the riverbank of Phungi Thanga town from where you will hike upward to Tengboche village. During your trekking to Tengboche, you will be walking through the rhododendron forest, high hills, with a beautiful view of Ama Dablam. Upon reaching Tengboche, you will explore Tengboche monastery, Sagarmatha National Park, and its head office, visit some fine hotels and taste delicious foods too. Stay overnight at a hotel/ lodge in Tengboche.

          Walking time: 5 to 6 hours
          Maximum altitude: 3,860 metres (Tengboche)
          Accomodation: Hotel/ lodge
          Mountains viewed: Mount Everest, Lhotse, Lhotse Shar, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kusum Kanguru, and Nupla.
          Attractions of the day: Tengboche monastery, Sagarmatha National Park and its head office, green forest, and more.
           

            Today you will be trekking toward Dingboche after having breakfast in the morning. On the trail, you'll walk 30 minutes down the river, through the lush green forest, to the waterway, and take a steady step to Pangboche, the highest settlement area in the valley. Here, you can observe some Chortens and mani walls along with an amazing view of Ama Dablam. In the evening, you will continue to climb Pheriche from where you can take a really moderate walk to Imja valley. Heading towards the end of the day with an uphill climb, you will reach Dingboche. Stay overnight at tea houses or lodges in Dingboche.

            Walking time: 5 to 6 hours
            Maximum altitude:4410 meters (Dingboche)
            Accommodation: Teahouses or lodges
            Mountains viewed: Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Taboche, Cholatse, and  Island Peak
            Attractions of the day: Stone Walls covering Imja valley, the World’s highest Billiard parlor, Internet Cafe, and so on.
             

              This morning, you will visit the Kala Patthar viewpoint from Dingboche by helicopter. You will have about 10 minutes of ground time to explore the scenery and enjoy the view of the mountain topography. After that, you will return to Lukla in the same helicopter. The total time to complete this helicopter round tour is about 60 minutes. After returning to Lukla, you can wander around Lukla village, enjoy the world's most dangerous airport - Lukla Airport, temples and shops, local markets, and have delicious food. Stay overnight at a hotel or lodge in Lukla.

              Flight duration: Around 60 minutes
              Maximum altitude: 5,644 meters (Kala Patthar)
              Accommodation: Lodge/hotel
              Mountains viewed: Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Gauri Shankar, and more
              Attractions of the day: Lukla Airport and village, greenery, lakes, glaciers, and so on.

                Today is the last day of the trek and you will return to Kathmandu by regular flight. After returning to Kathmandu, you can either roam around places or stay at your hotel and relax all day.

                Flight duration: Around 40 minutes
                Mountains viewed: Mount Gongla, Mount Nupla, Mount Kusum Kanguru, and more
                Attractions of the day: Farmlands, human settlements, waterfalls, streams, rivers,  cascades, etc
                 

                Our team guides, porters and accompanying staff are locals with a broad knowledge about each and every location that we travel through.

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                What's Included

                • Pickup and drop-off services to/from the airport during the beginning and the end of the trek.
                • Everest national park permit and TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management Systems) card.
                • Local entry permit of Rs 2000 (started in 2018).
                • Regular flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and from Lukla to Kathmandu.
                • Introductory briefing about trekking.
                • Three meals with twin-sharing accommodation during the trek.
                • Delicious and hygienic organic welfare dinner on the last day in Nepal.
                • Skilled and professional guide with fluent English speaking.
                • Local porter services are also available if required.
                • Basic medical kit box.
                • A dramatic helicopter ride from Dingboche to Kala Patthar and back to Lukla.
                • Exploring famous places like Lukla, Dingboche, etc.
                • Government taxes, VATS, and other service charges.

                What's Excluded

                • International flight charge to and from Nepal.
                • Food and accommodation in Kathmandu.
                • Extra luggage charges.
                • Extra expenses like any kind of hard or soft drinks, shopping, laundry, etc.
                • Medical and emergency evacuation charge.
                • Additional services like hot shower, internet, extra porter, etc during the trek.
                • Tips or gratitude for guides/porters.
                • Travel insurance (Travel insurance is mandatory for adventurous treks and must be covered by a minimum of USD 100,000 for medical and emergency evacuation).

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                Frequently Asked Questions

                • Q1. What type of accommodation is available during the trek?

                  You will stay in a standard room in a five-star hotel in Kathmandu. On the hiking trails, you will stay at the tea house, hotel or lodge. The tea house, hotel, or lodge will have all the basic amenities like a bed, pillow, and blanket. It is wise to carry a sleeping bag for extra warmth on a cold night at a high altitude.

                • Yes, the number of trekking days is flexible and we can adjust the days according to your time and priority. For better relaxation, it is best to trek for several days more for acclimatization.

                • For every trek in Nepal, Nepal Trek Adventure suggests you take a guide and a porter for your safety. Many female hikers and solo hikers fear that there is more risk for them, and they will hide their dream. But there is really no risk for any hiking. You will be safe in the hands of the NTA team. Our company can guarantee that single female trekkers are safe to trek alone with our guide and porter. If necessary, we will provide experienced women guides for women's hiking.

                • Yes, you can try DIngboche village trek without a guide. But you should not take a guide for good weather and easy conditions: a guide is to keep you strong and safe in foreign lands when the situation is bad.

                • Yes, hot showers are available with additional charges.

                • The highest point of this trek is 5545 meters (Kala Patthar- the highest viewpoint).

                • Yes, upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, a representative of our company will be there to greet and welcome you and transfer you to the respective five-star hotel.

                • There are many shops in Nepal where you can buy trekking gear. Our team members can take you shopping, or you can explore the local market for shopping by yourself.

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                  Mary ThompasCanada,March 27, 2022

                  Memorable Dingboche village trek

                  We did a memorable Dingboche village trek which was beyond perfect. We started our trek after clearing all of the doubts about Nepal Trek Adventure. We enjoyed every moment during the trek. Everything was perfectly organized by our company. We were satisfied with the company as well as the trek. We made a lifelong memory in a short period of time. Thanks to NTA!  

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                  Nathalia PeetersBelgium,March 26, 2022

                  7 days Dingboche village trek with NTA

                  We did 7 day Dingboche village trek with NTA. It was the journey of a lifetime. What teamwork, all our guides and porters were very kind, polite, friendly and experienced. They know all about the mountain. While staying with them in Nepal, we did not worry about anything. The company is excellent, and very supportive, providing us with almost everything, the main features of the trek were beautiful food, scenery, and people as well as a helicopter ride from Dingboche to Lukla. One of the most beautiful flight experiences we ever had in our lives. Salute to the extremely supportive team and mentors!

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