Monday, August 2, 2010
Thursday, July 29, 2010
2010 Autum
We trek Nepal's most special remote places during peak season then head to the Everest region once most trekkers have left - but the weather is still perfect.
Mustang and Saribung Wild
We start with Upper Mustang to fabled Lo Mongthang, the last functioning walled city in the world, then climb Saribung, a straightforward 6328m peak, and cross a glaciated pass to the Nar-Phu Valley with some exploring in between.
18 Sept-21 Oct, 34 days -- expedition style -- Jamie McGuinness -- US$3950
Inner Dolpo & Shey Phoksumdo Lake Trek - Nepal
Inner Dolpo, a mythical region of yaks, high plateaus, snow-peaks, high passes and villagers living a traditional 'Tibetan' life, is one of our favorite destinations in the Himalaya, a remote, challenging and incredibly scenic Himalayan trek. Join us for our third year of exploration with Thinle!
1-31 Oct, 31 days -- expedition-style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$4780 -- popular, book early
Annapurna Peaks & Villages Trek *introductory
A classic tea-house (lodge) trek through the terraced valleys and traditional villages of Nepal's middle-hills, with spectacular panoramas of the Annapurnas and near-by snow-peaks from Poon Hill (among many spots), all in two weeks.
7-20 Nov, 14 days -- tea-house trekking - Lhakpa Dorji or Ang Nuru Sherpa -- $1440
With Chitwan Wildlife & Raft Extension: 7-24 Nov, 18 days -- US$1880
Everest Luxury Trek - Nepal
Dreaming of a trek in Nepal but aren't sure you can handle the rigors of the mountains? Our Everest luxury trek is for you! We stay in Dwarika's Boutique Heritage Hotel in Kathmandu and luxury hotels in the Everest region, all the while experiencing breath-taking views and the best of Sherpa mountain culture.
6-19 Nov, 14 days -- teahouse trekking -- Ang Nuru Sherpa -- US$2980
Everest High Passes Trek - Nepal
The best, virtually all, of the Everest region; we cross the Cho La & Renjo La passes (with a Kongma La option), explore the spectacular Gokyo lakes region, climb Gokyo Ri and Kala Pattar, visit Everest Base Camp, the Chukhung & Thame valleys, relaxing in cozy Sherpa lodges en route.
7 Nov-1 Dec, 25 days -- teahouse trekking -- Kim Bannister -- US$2580 -- popular, book early
Mustang and Saribung Wild
We start with Upper Mustang to fabled Lo Mongthang, the last functioning walled city in the world, then climb Saribung, a straightforward 6328m peak, and cross a glaciated pass to the Nar-Phu Valley with some exploring in between.
18 Sept-21 Oct, 34 days -- expedition style -- Jamie McGuinness -- US$3950
Inner Dolpo & Shey Phoksumdo Lake Trek - Nepal
Inner Dolpo, a mythical region of yaks, high plateaus, snow-peaks, high passes and villagers living a traditional 'Tibetan' life, is one of our favorite destinations in the Himalaya, a remote, challenging and incredibly scenic Himalayan trek. Join us for our third year of exploration with Thinle!
1-31 Oct, 31 days -- expedition-style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$4780 -- popular, book early
Annapurna Peaks & Villages Trek *introductory
A classic tea-house (lodge) trek through the terraced valleys and traditional villages of Nepal's middle-hills, with spectacular panoramas of the Annapurnas and near-by snow-peaks from Poon Hill (among many spots), all in two weeks.
7-20 Nov, 14 days -- tea-house trekking - Lhakpa Dorji or Ang Nuru Sherpa -- $1440
With Chitwan Wildlife & Raft Extension: 7-24 Nov, 18 days -- US$1880
Everest Luxury Trek - Nepal
Dreaming of a trek in Nepal but aren't sure you can handle the rigors of the mountains? Our Everest luxury trek is for you! We stay in Dwarika's Boutique Heritage Hotel in Kathmandu and luxury hotels in the Everest region, all the while experiencing breath-taking views and the best of Sherpa mountain culture.
6-19 Nov, 14 days -- teahouse trekking -- Ang Nuru Sherpa -- US$2980
Everest High Passes Trek - Nepal
The best, virtually all, of the Everest region; we cross the Cho La & Renjo La passes (with a Kongma La option), explore the spectacular Gokyo lakes region, climb Gokyo Ri and Kala Pattar, visit Everest Base Camp, the Chukhung & Thame valleys, relaxing in cozy Sherpa lodges en route.
7 Nov-1 Dec, 25 days -- teahouse trekking -- Kim Bannister -- US$2580 -- popular, book early
2010 North summer
We LOVE Ladakh and Zanskar - share our passion for it on the one trip that isn't full.
See the bottom of the page for explanations of the dates, services, leaders and other details.
Trip status: normally every trip runs, we only put a status if the trip is nearly full or full or something else unusual applies.
Joel Schone Kim Bannister
Our trekkers are international but trips are costed in US$. For UK Pounds and Euros use the xe.com currency converter.
GHT Exploration - India
The GHT West India is being worked out - explore all or some of the eight sections - what can we tempt you with?!
14 July-1 Nov, 8-16 day sections -- expedition style -- Depi Chaudhry -- US$1780-2650 per section
Mystical Markha Valley & the Nomads of Kharnak
Ladakh's jewel and beyond; a stunning trek under the soaring Zanskar range combining village and nomadic life. Traditional villages, crumbling fortresses, ancient Tibetan Buddhist monasteries and the green Markha river valley lead us over high passes to the high Tibetan & Ladakhi nomadic pasture lands; incredible scenery and wildlife throughout.
21 Aug-10 Sept, 21 days -- expedition-style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$2980 -- full
Nomads, Lakes & High Passes of the Changthang
One of the best remote treks in the Himalaya, simply spectacular; turquoise salt-lakes, river walks and plains, backed by soaring peaks, with yak-hair nomadic tents peppered throughout. We follow old caravan routes over high passes, fording rivers and setting up camp near the nomads after trekking through the magical Markha Valley (see above).
21 Aug-19 Sept, 30 days -- expedition-style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$3480 -- full
Classic Zanskar Traverse
The stunning classic Zanskar trek with our "bear valley" variation that avoids roads, and Phuktal Gompa, with a perfect mix of village and free camping.
4-29 Sept, 26 days -- expedition style -- Leh start-Delhi end -- Luke Smithwick & Lobsang -- US$2780 -- open
See the bottom of the page for explanations of the dates, services, leaders and other details.
Trip status: normally every trip runs, we only put a status if the trip is nearly full or full or something else unusual applies.
Joel Schone Kim Bannister
Our trekkers are international but trips are costed in US$. For UK Pounds and Euros use the xe.com currency converter.
GHT Exploration - India
The GHT West India is being worked out - explore all or some of the eight sections - what can we tempt you with?!
14 July-1 Nov, 8-16 day sections -- expedition style -- Depi Chaudhry -- US$1780-2650 per section
Mystical Markha Valley & the Nomads of Kharnak
Ladakh's jewel and beyond; a stunning trek under the soaring Zanskar range combining village and nomadic life. Traditional villages, crumbling fortresses, ancient Tibetan Buddhist monasteries and the green Markha river valley lead us over high passes to the high Tibetan & Ladakhi nomadic pasture lands; incredible scenery and wildlife throughout.
21 Aug-10 Sept, 21 days -- expedition-style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$2980 -- full
Nomads, Lakes & High Passes of the Changthang
One of the best remote treks in the Himalaya, simply spectacular; turquoise salt-lakes, river walks and plains, backed by soaring peaks, with yak-hair nomadic tents peppered throughout. We follow old caravan routes over high passes, fording rivers and setting up camp near the nomads after trekking through the magical Markha Valley (see above).
21 Aug-19 Sept, 30 days -- expedition-style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$3480 -- full
Classic Zanskar Traverse
The stunning classic Zanskar trek with our "bear valley" variation that avoids roads, and Phuktal Gompa, with a perfect mix of village and free camping.
4-29 Sept, 26 days -- expedition style -- Leh start-Delhi end -- Luke Smithwick & Lobsang -- US$2780 -- open
Our treks
Small - Friendly - Adventurous
Himalayan journeys are truly our passion and lifestyle. Kim runs the best Zanskar and Ladakh treks there are, and in her unique style. Naturally we know and love Nepal, our second home, and Kim also specializes in everything Tibetan. Jamie guides Everest (yep, to the summit) and runs the best exploratory treks on the planet.
Real treks in the best seasons with small groups and top crews - join us!
**It is with deep sadness that I report that Joel Schone died of a heart attack during the last trip.**
** Remember him. **
Himalayan journeys are truly our passion and lifestyle. Kim runs the best Zanskar and Ladakh treks there are, and in her unique style. Naturally we know and love Nepal, our second home, and Kim also specializes in everything Tibetan. Jamie guides Everest (yep, to the summit) and runs the best exploratory treks on the planet.
Real treks in the best seasons with small groups and top crews - join us!
**It is with deep sadness that I report that Joel Schone died of a heart attack during the last trip.**
** Remember him. **
About Everest
About Mt. Everest
Map of Nepal
Everest is the tallest mountain in the world.
Base Camp 5364m/17 598ft about sea level
The Summit is 8848m/29,029ft above sea level – or the equivalent to the size of almost 20 Empire State Buildings – or just below the cruising height of a jet
Mt. Everest rises a few millimeters each year due to geological forces
Part of the Himalayan Mountain Range – it straddles the border of Nepal and Tibet. From the summit India, Tibet and Nepal are all visible.
Approximately 60 million years old
Named after Sir George Everest a British Surveyor-General of India who was the first person to record the height and location of Mt Everest. Previously known as Peak 15.
Also called "Chomolungma" by Tibetans and Sherpas, which means "Mother Goddess of the Earth." And “Sagarmatha” (Goddess of the Sky) in Nepal
Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay were the first to summit Everest on May 29th 1953
Map of Nepal
Everest is the tallest mountain in the world.
Base Camp 5364m/17 598ft about sea level
The Summit is 8848m/29,029ft above sea level – or the equivalent to the size of almost 20 Empire State Buildings – or just below the cruising height of a jet
Mt. Everest rises a few millimeters each year due to geological forces
Part of the Himalayan Mountain Range – it straddles the border of Nepal and Tibet. From the summit India, Tibet and Nepal are all visible.
Approximately 60 million years old
Named after Sir George Everest a British Surveyor-General of India who was the first person to record the height and location of Mt Everest. Previously known as Peak 15.
Also called "Chomolungma" by Tibetans and Sherpas, which means "Mother Goddess of the Earth." And “Sagarmatha” (Goddess of the Sky) in Nepal
Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay were the first to summit Everest on May 29th 1953
Program Location
Draped along the greatest heights of the Himalayas, the kingdom of Nepal is a land of sublime scenery, timeworn temples, and some of the best walking trails on earth. The kingdom is sandwiched between India to the south, and China and Tibet to the north. Although there are a few parts of the capital city, Kathmandu, that appear modern, most of Nepal is a very traditional society that depends on subsistence farming. Very few Westerners, apart from explorers and climbers, ever visited Nepal until the 1970's.
As a participant in this trek you will have the opportunity to visit ancient temples and palaces in Kathmandu, as well as the highest Buddhist monastery in the world, giving you the opportunity to observe Buddhist prayer rituals as you acclimate to an altitude of 12,687ft/3,867m. You will trek over glaciers and snow capped rocks as you ascend to the Base Camp of Mount Everest at 17,998ft/5,486m. Upon descending you will visit Sherpa villages, see the famed mountain yaks of the Himalayas and visit the hospital Sir Edmund Hilary created for the people of Nepal. Once you have returned to Kathmandu you will visit various projects designed by our partner to assist Nepali children as well as see the faces of the children your funds will benefit.
As a participant in this trek you will have the opportunity to visit ancient temples and palaces in Kathmandu, as well as the highest Buddhist monastery in the world, giving you the opportunity to observe Buddhist prayer rituals as you acclimate to an altitude of 12,687ft/3,867m. You will trek over glaciers and snow capped rocks as you ascend to the Base Camp of Mount Everest at 17,998ft/5,486m. Upon descending you will visit Sherpa villages, see the famed mountain yaks of the Himalayas and visit the hospital Sir Edmund Hilary created for the people of Nepal. Once you have returned to Kathmandu you will visit various projects designed by our partner to assist Nepali children as well as see the faces of the children your funds will benefit.
The program
Global Volunteer Network's Fundraising Trek to Mount Everest Base Camp gives participants the chance to climb part of the highest mountain in the world and visit the children the Treks funds support. Our partner is a local non-profit, non-government organization which runs Brighter Future Children's Home and Shining Stars Children's Home. Unlike many children's homes in the Kathmandu Valley, the children in these homes are well cared for by the staff working there. Many other children in the surrounding area live in appalling conditions, sometimes without adequate food, education or even water.
Funds raised through this trek will support the 14 children living in the Brighter Future Children's Home. There are 5 girls and 9 boys, aged from 7 to 17 years who reside in the home. Our partner ensures that their health, nutritional and educational needs are met fully and the funds you raise will allow us to provide ongoing quarterly grants to cover the costs of these needs.
Funds raised through this trek will support the 14 children living in the Brighter Future Children's Home. There are 5 girls and 9 boys, aged from 7 to 17 years who reside in the home. Our partner ensures that their health, nutritional and educational needs are met fully and the funds you raise will allow us to provide ongoing quarterly grants to cover the costs of these needs.
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