Trip Overview
Introduction to Everest Thame Legendary Trek
Everest Thame Legendary Trek offers a clear picture of the unique cultural and traditional lifestyle of the Sherpa tribes living in the thin-air zone of Nepal. Thame is a small Sherpa village located in the western corner of the Khumbu Valley in the Solukhumbu district of Nepal. This Sherpa village is near the border of Tibet.
It was the old route to trade with Tibet. Thame is home to some Everest climbers. It is also home to Ang Rita Sherpa, who holds a ten-time record for scaling Mount Everest without oxygen. Ang Rita Sherpa is also known as “Snow Leopard.”
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Sherpas, a mountainous village in the Khumbu region, is of Tibetan origin. Which migrated hundreds of years ago to the south of the Himalayas and are known for high-altitude mountain climbing guides. People in this area welcome guests with a smile on their faces. Thus, during this trek, you will explore Sherpa culture, customs, and traditions. Along this route, you can enjoy stunning views of the world’s tallest mountains around Himalayan villages: Everest, Lo Tse, Napte, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku.
Trek away from the crowd
Everest Thame Legendary Trek takes us from Lukla to the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar and then walks far to Thame, away from the busy road, where the air is very thinner and colder. From this small settlement, we walk to the village of Thame, the old Tibetan salt trail.
Sherpa’s ancestors were also Tibetans and came from Tibet hundreds of years ago, so their lifestyle, culture, traditions, and religion are very similar. This program is for those who are looking for adventure and for those who want to enjoy the experience of the high mountains and being among the Sherpa community.
Everest Thame Legendary Trek is a combination of easy to medium grades of the trek. Trekkers have to walk an average of 5 to 6 hours per day. Anyone who has a proper fit without any prior experience can walk through this trail. But the trekking experience will be astonishing as you pass these trails. Our Trek Guides will ensure that we take a comfortable pace on the trail. And you will have Sherpa’s support at every step. The highlight of this trek is to reach the famous Sherpa village of Thame.
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Trip Itinerary
Fly Kathmandu to Lukla (45 minutes) and start trek to Monjo (2,850m) – 7 to 8 hours walk.
Monjo to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) – 4 to 5 hours walk.
Namche Bazaar to Thame (3,820m) – 5 hours walk.
Thame to Monjo (2,850m) – 7 to 8 hours walk.
Monjo to Lukla (2,840m) – 7 to 8 hours walk.
Fly Lukla to Kathmandu – 45 minutes.
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Each client's needs may be different. The price of the trip varies according to the size of your group and the service you want. The cost of the trip is calculated according to the type of service and accommodation chosen by our customers.
Each trip is customized to fit the client's needs and group size, so the price of each organized trip is different. Please let us know the service you want and the size of the group. We create trips to suit your taste and travel budget per your requirements. Hope you find our price calculation reasonable according to your needs and preferences.
Frequently asked questions about this trip
How difficult is the trek?
The difficulty depends on where and how long you want to trek. The short trek is easy while the long trek requires some physical fitness.
What is altitude sickness?
Altitude sickness is normally known as acute mountain sickness. This can happen when people rapidly climb up to an altitude of more than 3000 meters. We ensure minimal risk by adding rest to our trekking itineraries. Most people will feel some effects of altitude, some shortness of breath and possibly light headache, this is normal enough. Acute mountain sickness patients are quite different and usually have a serious headache, sickness, and lose awareness. In almost all possible cases there are sufficient warning signs to take action properly. Descending to a lower altitude is usually enough to prevent any further problems.
What type of accommodation is available during the trekking?
There are mainly tea houses and lodges available for trekking and they are usually made using local materials and are very comfortable. These accommodations are often family-run and usually provide single and double rooms. The dining room is on the ground floor and is often on fire. All food will be cooked in order in the family kitchen. Toilet facilities are sometimes separate and sometimes outside. Most lodges provide mattresses and blankets. It's a good idea to always have a sleeping bag, which can be useful, and perhaps an inflatable pillow.
How long do we walk every day on trekking?
Trekking programs are classified into three different categories: soft, moderate and hard. Soft treks are only about 7 days to 10 days in duration. They generally do not go above 4000 meters; you can expect to walk about 4-5 hours each day. Moderate treks are challenging enough and long treks that go to the high hill country. Physically exhausting, this involves trekking along the cliffs of the mountains for about 6-8 hours. Harder treks are longer treks that go farther away from the general abode of trekkers and tourists. These physically challenging treks involve walking for 7- 9 hours each day.
How much weight do I need to carry on the trek?
You carry some of your personal belongings, such as warm clothing, water, snacks, sun block, cameras and more. Generally, these items will be lightweight, from 5 to 10kg (10 to 20 pounds). Our porters are available for other heavy goods and for your information one porter would be sharing by two people. The maximum weight carried by one porter is total 20 kg. this means 10 kg. per person is allowed for the trek. In case if you wish to carry more than this weight then you need to hire additional porters.
What is the best time for trekking in Nepal?
October and November are considered as the best times for trekking in Nepal due to dry season. December and January are also considered good times for trekking but it is extremely cold at high altitudes.
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Thank you a lot for your organization about my trek. It was a superb experience; all was perfect. Karma is a very nice person and a good guide. I appreciated trekking with Odyssey (a reliable Nepal trek operator). If I come back to Nepal, I will be happy to...
Have just returned from my fourth trip to Nepal and as always Odyssey Treks organized everything superbly. We visited Makalu relatively late in the season and were rewarded with empty trails and amazing weather. Karma was as entertaining, friendly, and informative as ever along with Ang Dawa Sherpa who...