Kharta Valley and Khangsung Face, A trek to the East Face of Everest

The starting point of this trek is the Kharta valley which is situated 140 kilometer south-east from Xegar. This is a real journey into central Tibet, the land of Lamas, nomads in yak-hair tents, herds of yaks roaming the countryside, spectacular, snow-topped peaks and the astonishing, lively Tibetans, an quite virgin area, unknown to many tourists.

Country

Tibet

Duration

19 Days

Difficulty

Hard

Trip Type

Trekking

Max Altitude

5400m/17716ft

Best Season

Mar-Dec

Accomodation

Hotel, Lodge and Camping twin sharing bed basis during the trip

Meals

Full board Meals ( Lunch , Dinner and Breakfast) with cup of hot drinks during the trip.

Start/End Point

Kathmandu

Highlights & Overview

Scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa with gradual acclimatization

Explore Lhasa’s iconic monasteries and Tibetan cultural heritage

Overland journey across Gyantse, Shigatse, and remote Tibetan plateaus

Trek through the hidden Kharta Valley on Everest’s eastern flank

Cross the challenging Langma La Pass above 5400m

Camp in pristine alpine landscapes beneath towering Himalayan peaks

Experience traditional Tibetan nomadic life and remote highland villages

Drive back to Kathmandu via the dramatic Zhangmu border route

The trek from Kharta to Khangsung, the eastern face of Mt. Everest, is one of the most gorgeous in the world and only a few people are aware of trekking in Kharta Valley. We wish calling it “scenery in an intact”, so it remains virgin area to the tourists. This isolated region along with Mt. Everest contains the jagged Himalayan range of Makalu, to the North and East lies the arid Tibetan Plateau. The region is famous for its pristine wilderness, beautiful lakes and superb views of Mt. Makalu, Mt. Karma Changri (6289m) along with the enormous Khangsung glacier hanging from the East face of the Mt. Everest. The trek passes through several verdant tiny valleys and beautiful lakes along the way. The starting point of this trek is Kharta valley which is situated 140 kilometer south-east from Xegar. Xegar is situated on friendship highway and it is one of the gateways to the Everest region. This is a real journey into central Tibet, the land of Lamas, nomads in yak-hair tents, herds of yaks roaming the countryside, spectacular, snow-topped peaks and the astonishing, lively Tibetans. There is an optional route to approach to Khangsung face from Rongbuk Monastery by crossing the Lakpa-La. There is also a choice of return routes one traverses north to the Sakya Monastery via Yeru Tsangpo the other to Xegar, which is on the Friendship Highway.The trek from Kharta to Khangsung, the eastern face of Mt. Everest, is one of the most gorgeous in the world and only a few people are aware of trekking in Kharta Valley. We wish calling it “scenery in an intact”, so it remains virgin area to the tourists. This isolated region along with Mt. Everest contains the jagged Himalayan range of Makalu, to the North and East lies the arid Tibetan Plateau. The region is famous for its pristine wilderness, beautiful lakes and superb views of Mt. Makalu, Mt. Karma Changri (6289m) along with the enormous Khangsung glacier hanging from the East face of the Mt. Everest. The trek passes through several verdant tiny valleys and beautiful lakes along the way.
The starting point of this trek is Kharta valley which is situated 140 kilometer south-east from Xegar. Xegar is situated on friendship highway and it is one of the gateways to the Everest region. This is a real journey into central Tibet, the land of Lamas, nomads in yak-hair tents, herds of yaks roaming the countryside, spectacular, snow-topped peaks and the astonishing, lively Tibetans.
There is an optional route to approach to Khangsung face from Rongbuk Monastery by crossing the Lakpa-La. There is also a choice of return routes one traverses north to the Sakya Monastery via Yeru Tsangpo the other to Xegar, which is on the Friendship Highway.

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Price Includes

Airport pick up and drop as per the itinerary.

Tibet Visa Fee.

Necessary Tibet Travel Permit.

Daily breakfast at same staying hotel

Private Transportation by jeep/van in Tibet.

Kathmandu - Kerong by private transportation

Sightseeing and entrance fee as per the itinerary in Tibet.

English speaking Tibetan guide.

All the Government and local taxes.

Hotel Accommodation on twin sharing basis in Nepal and Tibet.

Full board meals ( Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast) with cup of Hot drinks during the trip in Tibet.

The above tour price does not include single room supplement. If you are a solo traveler, you need to share one room with another tourist (same sex in most cases); if you prefer to stay in one room by yourself, you will have to pay the single room supplement. And the exact price depends on market fluctuation in high and off season of Tibet tour. For the exact price, please refer to your travel consultant.

Price Doesn't Include

Entry Visa fees - at present $25 for 15 day, US$ 40 for 30 day, and US$ 100 for three month visa on entry into Nepal.

Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu.

Insurance of any kind.

Personal expenses like beverage, mineral water and tips.

Loss, theft or damage to baggage and personal effects. (We strongly advise you to get personal travel insurance.)

Kharta Valley and Khangsung Face, A trek to the East Face of Everest Itinerary

Day 1: Fly Kathmandu to Lhasa and Hotel Transfer (3600m/11811ft)

You will take a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa, offering stunning aerial views of the Himalayas. Upon arrival at Lhasa Airport, our Tibetan representative will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in the city. The drive takes around two hours and introduces you to the vast landscapes of the Tibetan Plateau. The rest of the day is reserved for rest and acclimatization.