Three Peaks Climbing - Pokalde, The Island and Lobuche East - 19 Days

You will arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu by 3 pm, at least one day before the trek departure date for last-minute preparations. If, in case, you missed the online trip briefing, it will also provide us time to conduct an in-person trip briefing. You will require at least an overnight stay in a hotel in Kathmandu before the trek, but this package does not include this stay.

We understand that you might have a tough time navigating in a foreign country, so to ensure your experience is hassle-free, we provide free airport pick-up and hotel transfer to all our clients booking our trip.

When you arrive at the Tribhuvan International Airport, you will find our company representative holding a pamphlet with your name and our company name on it. They will greet you and present you with a marigold garland. Then, they will take you to your hotel in a private vehicle. Please share your flight details with us after booking the trip to enjoy this service.

This trip includes 18 nights of lodge/camp stays at trek regions, where we use the best available lodges. We provide five nights of twin-sharing rooms with a private attached bathroom at Lukla, Namche (3N), and Phakding, and eight nights of twin-sharing accommodation at Tengboche, Dingboche (3N), Chhukung(2N), Lobuche, and Pheriche. You will be staying in camps/tents for five nights.

You will need at least two nights of hotel stays in Kathmandu, but this package does not include these costs. Kathmandu has a wide range of hotels for all budgets and tastes. We do not want to restrict your choices.

We arrange nutritious, healthy, and hygienic meals - three times a day (breakfast, lunch, dinner) at the best available hotels/lodges/tea houses during the trek. The menu consists of local, Asian, and Western cuisine.

We will provide you with 19 breakfasts, 18 lunches, and 18 dinners during the trip.

Some of the popular menu items are -

Breakfast - Honey Tibetan bread or Chapati, Local Tsampa porridge, Eggs, Oatmeal, Corn Flakes, French toast with Jam, Butter, Cheese, Pancakes, Muesli Breads, Fruits, Vegetables, Hot drinks (varieties of teas and coffees, hot chocolates, etc.)

Lunch - Dhal, Bhat, & Tarkari, Tibetan Bread, Macaroni dishes, Tenduk, Spaghetti Noodles, Vegetable curry, Potatoes, Vegetables, Various Soups, Sherpa Stew, Steaks, Sandwiches, Momo (dumplings), Macaroni dishes, Tenduk, Spaghetti Noodles, Thukpa, Pasta, Salad Pizza (Tomato, Mushroom, Mixed), Snacks (Papad, Prawn), Desserts (Rice Pudding, Apple pie), etc

Dinner - Dhal, Bhat & Tarkari, Tibetan Bread, Various Soups, Sherpa Stew, Steaks, Sandwiches, Macaroni, Tenduk Spaghetti, Noodles Thukpa, Pasta, Vegetable curry, Potato items, Vegetable and Salad Pizza (Tomato, Mushroom, Mixed), Momo (dumplings), Snacks (Papad, Prawn), Korean Ramen, Desserts items (Rice Pudding, Apple pie), Hard Drinks Steaks, etc

We highly recommend liquids, green tea, lemon tea, hot lemon, ginger tea, and garlic soup(must) at high altitudes for health benefits.

Our team also includes experienced and qualified cooks and kitchen helpers at Base Camp and High Camps. We provide kitchen and dining equipment for all camps. Moreover, we will take care of your extra dietary requirements, including fresh vegetables and fruits.

Though plenty of non-veg items are available in the trek regions, we won’t recommend them because the meat in such places may not be hygienic. We highly encourage you to avoid dairy and strongly suggest not to consume alcoholic drinks, caffeinated items, and hot chocolates. 

Every day you will get a unique trekking experience, climbing, enjoying the scenery, taking photos, and exploring the local villages. During your trip, our experienced, friendly, and qualified Sherpa/guide will share information and historical facts about the places you visit. Porters will carry your luggage. However, we expect you to bring a small regular-day bag pack of necessary items.

The day starts with an early morning hot cup of tea/coffee. After a wholesome breakfast, we will pack our bags and set off on the day’s walk from around 7 AM to 8 AM, depending on the duration and nature of the day’s walk. After trekking for three to four hours, we will serve you lunch around midday, usually on the route to the next destination. You will rest for about an hour after lunch and then continue.

The afternoon walk is generally shorter, about two to three hours. Once we reach our overnight lodge/tea house/tent, we snack on the extra dietary food. Then you are free to explore nearby places until it gets dark.

We serve dinner from around 6 PM to 7 PM. After dinner and before going to bed, you can indulge in friendly conversations, discussing the experience of that day. The expedition leader/guide will brief you about the next day’s plan. After this briefing, you are free to enjoy onboard games like Monopoly, and cards or watch available mountaineering documentaries. Most foreigners indulge in light and fun Nepalese language learning from our crew or read books before heading off to bed.

The weather is the crucial factor for the expedition/climb. The best time in regards to views and level of easiness to trek/climb is spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November).

 During the winter, the expedition/climb becomes difficult due to heavy snowfall, and cold temperatures, while summer coincides with the monsoon in Nepal, making the trails wet and slippery. 

January – February
It is the coldest time, especially from early January to late February. The heavy snowfall in the mountain regions results in frigid temperatures.

The daytime is warm with clear blue skies and glistening Himalayas, but the nights get extremely cold. We do not advise you to trek during this time, especially if you have cold allergies. The climbing gets very challenging.

March – April
These are the best months for trekking/climbing. You will get stunning views of the Himalayas ranges and glaciers. The temperature starts increasing in the mid of March, and clear blue skies and glistening snow mountains provide the best trek/climb experience.

May – June
It is also a great time for three peaks climbing, right before the rainfall. Monsoon in Nepal starts from the end of June and lasts till the mid of August. This season, a mix of spring and summer, makes the expedition very enjoyable.

July – August
Not a great season for trek due to heavy rain unless you love the rain and do not mind wet and slippery trails. Moreover, there are chances of Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu flights getting canceled due to bad weather.

September – October
It is the peak trekking/climbing time with thousands of tourists flocking to Nepal, attracted by pleasant, favorable weather and a perfect expedition climate. The temperature goes up to 20°C in the daytime and falls to 5°C at night.

The clear blue skies allow you to enjoy the stunning views of the Himalayas and glaciers. The two biggest Hindu festivals - Dashain & Tihar - also fall during these months, making your trek experience even better.

November – December
As winter slowly begins, snowfall gradually covers the Himalayas region, making it hard to trek. However, November treks are still possible and popular too. As December begins, the daytime temperature is stable, but it gets freezing at night. However, picturesque views of the clear blue sky and the snow-clad mountains are phenomenal during November and December.

You will acclimatize in two places - first in Namche Bazaar(3440 m) and then in Dingboche (4,410m). 

Namche is the staging point for all expeditions and trekkings and has numerous attractions, including Wi-Fi-linked cafes and restaurants. You can also visit the Sagarmatha National Park Visitor Center or trek to Sherpa towns -Khunde and Khumjung. You also have the option to hike to Everest View Hotel.

You will be acclimatizing one more day at Dingboche Village (4410m), famous for its unique Sherpa culture and tradition. It's a popular acclimatizing village for trekkers trekking to Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar Viewpoint.

Altitude Sickness also called acute mountain sickness (AMS), is common among mountaineers. The cause of altitude sickness is less oxygen in the air, and the higher you go, the lesser oxygen there is in the air. 

Since altitude sickness is common and can strike anyone, our Sherpas/guides are well-equipped, experienced, and prepared to prevent, deal with, and handle altitude sickness.

However, you need to be aware of the altitude sickness, and you should tell your guide/Sherpa if you notice any symptoms.

The common or mild symptoms of altitude sickness are:

• Slight headache
• Tiredness and dizziness
• Shortness of breath
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea or vomiting
• Upset stomach
• Swelling
• Fatigue

The above symptoms indicate a warning sign that you are at risk of developing altitude sickness. In such situations, our Sherpas will help you adapt to the altitude in several ways, including allowing you to take rests, walking at a slower pace, and ascending only after you feel fine.

Symptoms of severe altitude sickness are:

• Severe headache
• Frequent vomiting
• A rapid increase in a heartbeat 
• Problems in vision
• Irritable cough or persistent cough
• Difficulty in walking
• Irrational behavior
• Confusion or lack of coordination with group members
• Breathlessness even after enough resting
• Difficulty in sleeping
• These symptoms develop very soon if the mild altitude sickness is left untreated

If you feel these symptoms, you must tell your Sherpa immediately. In such cases, a Sherpa or two will support and accompany you to descend immediately, to avoid potentially life-threatening conditions like HACE (High Altitude Cerebral Edema) and HAPE (High Altitude Pulmonary Edema). 

HAPE is a condition where fluid enters the lung, and HACE leads to fluid collecting in the brain. Both of these conditions are very serious and can lead to mortality.

Discovery World Trekking pays enough attention to avoiding altitude sickness. Our professional guides/Sherpas are specialized in altitude-related situations and take care of your health and safety. We follow the golden rule of treks -climb high and sleep low. 

Some people are more vulnerable than others. For this trip, adequate travel insurance is compulsory. Your travel policy must cover heli-rescue and evacuation at the highest trek altitude in addition to medical treatment. 

Please note that we do not sell insurance policies, but we can recommend insurance companies based on our previous clients' experiences.

This package includes major expenses during the trek, but it does not cover all the costs. So, we expect our guests to bring spending money for various purposes, including meals and accommodations in Kathmandu, visa fees, travel insurance purchases, beverages, snacks, tips to crew members, souvenirs, and other expenses. We recommend you bring cash (major currencies), which you can easily exchange for Nepalese Rupees. We estimate you will need USD 10 to 20 per trekking day for personal expenses.

This trip grade is strenuous as it entails the risk of high altitude climbing, potential altitude sickness, and other unforeseen events, including sudden climate changes.

Travel insurance is compulsory for the three peak expeditions. All trekkers/climbers must provide a copy of their comprehensive travel insurance policy certificate to Discovery World Trekking before starting the trip. The policy must cover medical and emergency repatriation, including helicopter rescue and evacuation expenses up to the highest trek altitude.

We can recommend insurance companies to help you, but we do not sell insurance policies. 

We recommend expedition members send their detailed insurance information after booking the trek. In emergencies, we will use the insurance policy and informational documents you sent us to arrange a quick and effective rescue operation, transfer for emergency medical help, etc. 

All foreigners, except Indians, require a visa to enter Nepal. Citizens from most countries will get an on-arrival visa at the Tribhuvan International Airport and other immigration checkpoints along Nepal borders.

For visa application, you will need a passport with at least six months of validity, a passport-size photo, and visa fees. The current rate is USD 50 for a 30-day stay.

Citizens of China and SAARC (Bhutan, Bangladesh, Maldives, Pakistan, Sri Lanka) countries are eligible for a free visa with some restrictions. 

Nationals from certain countries - Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Palestine, and Afghanistan - may not receive a visa on arrival visa. If you are a citizen of these countries, contact your local Nepalese embassy.

Nepal government can change visa rules without prior notice, so for the latest information, please visit - https://www.immigration.gov.np/.

Nepali Rupee (NPR/Rs) is the local currency.

(1 USD = ~ Rs.124 NPR).

You can exchange most foreign currencies through local banks and legitimate money exchanges in Kathmandu and all over Thamel. Some hotels also exchange small amounts of foreign currencies.

Legal money exchanges display their ongoing rates publicly. If you have Indian Rupees (INR), note that only INR notes of 500 and 1,000 are legal in Nepal.

Despite the traveler's cheque's security advantage, we recommend you cash exchange to avoid hassles like a lengthy process and high bank commissions. 

You can also withdraw cash (in Rupees only) from one of the many ATMs in Kathmandu and at Thamel itself. Several of these ATMs are open around the clock. The maximum withdrawal amount is 35,000 Rupees for a 500 Rupees processing fee using a foreign card.

If you use the money exchange facility at banks and financial institutions, the service fee they charge is about four percent or more - depending upon the bank. 

Most established banks in Asia do not accept old, torn, or faded foreign currency notes. Please ensure that you have new, clean notes.

We provide one porter to share between two trekkers. The luggage weight limit per trekker is 9kg, and a porter will not carry more than 18 kg of luggage. We also expect you to bring with you a small backpack with things like ornaments, camera, passport, toilet paper, warm layers of clothes, or a water bottle.

Please bring only the essential things to the trek. You can safely deposit your extra luggage at the Discovery World Trekking store for the duration of the trip for free. 

Discovery World Trekking guarantees client safety and security. Your health and safety are our utmost concern, and we have placed checks and balances to ensure you are safe. We carry all equipment, gear, etc necessary for the trip, prepared to face any situation.

Our trek leaders and guides have completed extensive first-aid training. Altitude sickness is common in high altitudes and can strike anyone, anywhere. Our trek guides are experienced and able to handle such situations. They carry oximeters to monitor blood oxygen saturation levels at high altitudes. It helps early detection of altitude sickness. 

We request expedition members to send detailed insurance information after booking the trek. In emergencies, we will use your insurance policy and the informational documents you sent us to arrange a quick and effective rescue operation and transfer to medical facilities.

Throughout the lodges during Three Peak Climbing, electricity for the camera and mobile battery recharge is available at an extra cost. 

For water, you can either buy packed mineral water from local lodges and en-route shops or fill your water bottle with boiled water that you can buy in lodges/tea houses. We also advise you to use a water purification tablet before drinking water. If you do not have water purification tablets, we can provide them.

We organize groups as well as private trips. If you have your group, you will be eligible for discounts. The bigger your group, the more discount you will get. However, you do not get discounts for groups we assemble.

We can lead and handle any group size. There will be a group leader (guide), a porter for every two trekkers, and an assistant guide for a group of 12 or above trekking members.