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Dear Friends:Education Elevated in cooperation with Sherpa Adventure International invites you to the 2012 Rotary Fundraising Trek to Nepal (April 21- May 5), followed by the 103rd Rotary International Convention in Bangkok, Thailand (May 6-9). Thailand is a spectacular destination and truly the Land of a Thousand Smiles. For those who have never visited Asia before, consider this your chance! Bangkok is a fantastic gateway to explore Southeast Asia. The trek to Nepal is a multi-club Rotary public relations and initiative to raise funds to help rebuild the Wongchu Biswa Darshan Junior High School in Nepal and to increase Rotary awareness among non-Rotarians through participation in this exciting international expedition. EDUCATION ELEVATEDThe mission of Education Elevated is to support and promote education and to eliminate economic barriers in primary and secondary schools in needy communities throughout the world. Education Elevated achieves this through hiking and climbing teams who raise financial support for every foot of elevation climbed.Gerri Kier – Founder and PresidentGreetings! My name is Gerri Kier and I am a Colorado native and have been a Rotarian for 17 years. My husband Greg and I have been married for 25 year andwe both enjoy the outdoor adventures Colorado has to offer. Besides spending my summers hiking in the beautiful mountains of Colorado I am a nutrition counselor with Complete Nutrition Alliance and founded Education Elevated. In my journey of life the most amazing people and opportunities have been literally dropped into my path; and trekking in Nepal and helping the school in the Chyangba Village is no exception. I look forward to the lives that will be touched through the efforts of Education Elevated and the blessings that will flow from the trekking trips.Chyangba Village SchoolChyangbaVillage lies at a height of 3500m (11,482ft in elevation), in the northern region of Kathmandu and is approximately 400km (248 miles) away from the city. The village does not lie on the trekker's trail so development has been very slow. Yet the natural beauty and the rich cultural heritage has made this village a unique place on earth. There are about 150 houses inhabited by many ethnic groups such as Sherpas, Rai, Magar, Newar, Tamang, Chhetris, Brahmins, Viswakarma, and Sunuwar. People here are mostly farmers growing potato, apple, maize, wheat, barley, peach, radish, buckwheat, and millet and every Friday, people bring their crops to sell or exchange for rice, tea, salt, oil, butter, spices, and soaps.Wongchu Biswa Darshan Junior High School was established in 1990 with support from Wonghe Sherpa & Goran Kropp, a world famous Swedish mountaineer. The school lost all of its financial support when Mr. Kropp died in a mountaineering accident in Washington state on September 30, 2002. As a result the school has fallen into disrepair and now needs to be rebuilt and your support and participation is urgently needed. TrekkingThe trek lies in the Solu region which is located in a remote area where with few tourists. We will go trek through interesting villages with monasteries, temples and pilgrimage places on and will experience the sites of Mt. Everest, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mera Peak, Numbur Himal, Gauri Shankar, Dudh Kunda Himal and many other peaks of the region. During the expedition, you will learn about different cultures including the Sherpa culture and you’ll see the many different plants, vegetation and animals. Also, we will visit the Wongchu Biswa Darshan Junior High School and have the opportunity to spend time with the students and meet their families.Camping AccommodationsThe camping and accommodations are fully organized and supported with a team of guides, cooks, sherpas and porters to assist you. All necessary gear; food, fuel and other goods are carried by the porters and the cook will prepare all meals throughout the trek; meals will be served in the dining tent. Trekkers need to carry a small back pack during the day. Your sleeping accommodations will be provided in the form of tents; mattresses, sleeping bags, tables and seating are arranged by staff. A typical day on the trail begins with tea and a full breakfast following by a 2-3 hour trek followed by a break for lunch. After a relaxing lunch, you typically trek another 2-3 hours before we reach our stopping point for the day. During the trek we will have frequent rest breaks which will allow you the time to admire the spectacular mountains, rivers, landscapes, prayer flags, temples, shrines, and cairns throughout the region.Note Regarding Room Accommodations: Conditions are basic and rooms/tents will be single-sex and shared, however, where possible couples will be accommodated. Please provide the name of anyone with whom you wish to share a room/tent. We will do our best to accommodate your request, however, it cannot be guaranteed.ITINERARY:April 21st Day 1: Arrive KathmanduFlying into Kathmandu is thrilling experience. Our airport support team will meet and greet you at the and escort you to your hotel. After the Welcome Dinner you will be briefed about the trekking expedition.April 22nd Day 2: Kathmandu SightseeingKathmandu is the historical and cultural heart of Nepal and has been a popular destination for tourists ever since Nepal opened its doors to visitors. The city presents a wonderful mix of Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism and Western influence in the Valley. Patan and Bhaktapur, its two major neighboring cities, bear immense historical, cultural and religious significance. There will be a half day guided tour to: the famous Hindu shrine of Pashupatinath; the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal; Boudhanath; the 15th century Palace of 55 Windows; and Swoyambhunath. More expedition briefing will take place in the evening.April 23rd Day 3: Kathmandu to Jiri(1955m/6414ft in elevation) - 6 to 7 hr driveThe route during this day trip will meander through hilly countryside and when the weather is good, there are beautiful views of the snow-capped mountains. Jiri is the centre of the Dolakha district and is inhabited mainly by the Jirels, an ethnic community.April 24th Day 4: Jiri to Shivalaya(1770m/5807ft in elevation) - 4 to 5hrsThis first leg of the trek will lead us through beautiful forests and a number of hamlets. The trail travels to Shivalaya, a small village inhabited by Tamangs and Newars, on the bank of the Shivalaya river.April 25th Day 5: Shivalaya to Changma(2190m/7185ft in elevation) – 5 to 6 hrsThe first leg of this trek leads to the hamlet/village of Deurali, where one can see Dudh Kunda Himal, Khatanga, Karylung and Peekye. From here the trail will lead the trekking team to Bhandar, a Sherpa village with two stupas and a small monastery.April 26th Day 6: Changma to Namkhile(2320m/7611ft in elevation) - 4 hrsThis leg of the trek descends and after 1 hr we will arrive at the Likhu Khola, a river forming the boundary to the Solu-Khumbu district and the Sagarmatha zone. On the other side of the river and a good climb of 3 hrs, we will find ourselves in Namkhile, from where it is possible to see pristine views of Numbur Himal.April 27th Day 7: Namkhile to Ngaur(3350m/10,990ft in elevation) - 6 hrsFrom Namkhile , the path is a 2-hour climb through a forest of pines. After lunch we will walk through a forest full of rhododendrons which leads to the hamlet/village of Ngaur, situated on the top of a hill. From here, the view towards Gaurishankar and Dudh Kunda Himal is spectacular. Ngaur has six houses and a small monastery and is fifteen minutes from a cheese factory, where one can taste and buy cheese made from nak (female yak) and dzom’s milk.April 28th Day 8: Ngaur to Pike Base Camp(3750m/12,303ft in elevation) - 3 hrsThis trail travels up hill until we reach the Pike Base Camp. The camp is famous and a traditional festival site for the Sherpa people each summer. After lunch we willhike to Pike summit (4,055m/13,303ft in elevation) where we will see Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu and many other renown peaks.April 29th Day 9: Pike peak to Japare(3050m/10,006ft in elevation) - 4 hrsA 4 hr walk through a forest full of rhododendrons leads to the hamlet/village of Ngaur, which situated on the top of a hill. From here, the view towards Gaurishankar and Dudh Kunda Himal is stunning. Ngaur has six houses and a small monastery and is located just fifteen minutes from a cheese factory, where one can taste and buy cheese made from nak (female yak) and dzom’s milk.April 30th Day 10: Japare to Chyangba(2510m/8234ft in elevation)This leg of the expedition travel through pasture land where local Sherpas pass the summer as the tend to their cattle. The snow capped mountains can once again be seen.May1st Day 11: Rest Day in ChyangbaToday we will visit Wongchu Biswa Darshan Junior High School which we will help to rebuild. We will also visit the Education Elevated library and visit with the students. Education Elevated has been providing school uniforms to all of the students and teachers since 2008; the trekking team will have the pleasure of distributing these uniforms on this day.May 2nd Day 12: Chyangba to Bitta KharkaA 1 hr descent leads to Sisa Khola, followed by an easy uphill climb to the beautiful Sherpa village of Bitta Kharka.May 3rd Day 13: Bitta Kharka to PhapluPhaplu is a small Sherpa town with an airport and a hospital which was built by Sir Edmund Hillary.May 4th Day 14: Fly to KathmanduFrom Phaplu we embark on a 30 minute flight to Kathmandu.May 5th Day 15 Free Day in KathmanduMay 6th Day 16: Departure for Rotary International Convention or HomeTrek Fee Covers The Following:* All domestic flights* All domestic transportation* Hotel in Kathmandu with B & B* All meals & lodging during the trek* All trekking arrangements including permits and government fees* Guide and porters* Cook & kitchen staff* Insurance for all Nepali staff* City tour & entrance fee* Satellite phone for emergency use* Oxygen for emergency use* Welcome & Farewell DinnerTrip Cost Excludes* Any costs associated with the Rotary International Convention (ie; registration fees etc)* International flight to/from Kathmandu* Your personal insurance (cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation) Education Elevated recommends insurance through: www.globalrescure.com* Nepal visa for 30 days (US $40)* Personal clothing & equipment* Staff tips & gratuities for services provided * Other items not listed in section above (“Trek Fee Covers The Following)
2012 Rotary Fundraising Nepal Trek (April 21 - May 9)
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TRIP FACTS:Trip duration: 16 daysGrade: ModerateMaximum altitude: 4065m/13,336ftActivity: Sightseeing, trekkingTrek type: Camping trekAccommodation: Hotel and campingMeals: Hotel/tented campsTransportation: Flight & private carTrip Cost:Trekking Fees: $ 2150Charitable Donation: $ 500 (tax deductible)Total $ 2650 Charitable DonationEach trekker must collect $500 in tax deductable donations for Education Elevated in order to participate. All proceeds will directly benefit the Wongchu Biswa Darshan Junior High School for the rebuilding project. Donations may be made by credit card, or check. For more information please contact: For more information Please contact us.Gerri Kier - Founder and PresidentPhone: 303.8153567gerrikier_educationelevated.orgPem Dorjee Sherpa ( Guide)Phone: 303-834-5512 info_sherpaadventureintl.com http://www.educationelevated.org
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Bhaktpur Tour
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Kathmandu Tour
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lhasa tour
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Pem Dorjee Sherpa, two-time Mt. Everest summiter, will lead this 21-day trip every spring and fall. The ancient capital cities of Kathmandu and Lhasa allow you to learn about Buddhist and Hindu culture and the lifestyles and traditions of the people of Nepal and Tibet. The trip starts with a few days in Kathmandu visiting Buddhist and Hindu temples and wandering the narrow, cobblestone streets and markets of the three ancient kingdoms that fill the Kathmandu Valley. Next you will fly over the Himalayas to Lhasa, Tibet. In Lhasa you will explore the enormous Potala Palace, once the home of the Dalai Lama and the former Tibetan government. You will visit several monasteries and temples as well as the Norbulingka, the Dalai Lama’s Summer Palace and the bustling Barkhor Square. A local Tibetan guide will join the tour to offer an expert perspective.Next, leaving Lhasa in a 4WD land cruiser, you will be chauffeured across the Tibetan Plateau back to Nepal. On the way, picturesque Tibetan settlements can be seen and the occasional nomadic herdsmen may be wandering across the dry open landscape. The journey will take you across several high mountain passes with views of the majestic Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, and Makalu (the fifth tallest mountain in the world). Along the way you will visit historic cities and several ancient monasteries, forts and citadels, as well as Everest base camp on the Tibet side. Finally you leave Zhangmu and cross the Friendship Bridge, entering back into Nepal.Continuing the journey, you will visit Pokhara, a town west of Kathmandu, near the Annapurna Mountains in the Himalayas. Three of the ten tallest mountains in the world can be viewed from Pohkara. Spending a day on Phewa Tal, the large lake that reflects the mountains on still mornings or exploring the surrounding foothills will instill a sense of awe. Hike up to the World Peace Pagoda for beautiful views of the surrounding peaks or drive to the edge of a distant cliff and paraglide a few thousand feet above the lake amidst a backdrop of Himalayan mountains, landing smoothly on the road near the city. There is something for everyone in Pokhara.Your trip continues in Sauraha, a town on the edge of Chitwan National Park, the former hunting grounds of the kings in the southern flatlands of Nepal. In Chitwan there are a number of activities from which to choose. Visit the Crocodile Breeding Center or the Elephant Breeding Center. Join the elephants in the afternoon at bath time and help wash them in the Rapti River. You will get wet! Rent a bike and ride through remote villages or to Bishajar Tal, 20,000 Lakes. Trek on foot through the jungle or by dugout canoe or go on an elephant safari in search of rhino and tigers in the wild. The endangered Bengal tiger lives in this area, although seeing one is very rare. Sloth bears, peacocks, and ten percent of the world’s species of birds also live here. In the evening enjoy the local native dances at a nearby restaurant. Your trip ends back in Kathmandu. Tour Itinerary Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel. Day 2: Sightseeing of the Kathmandu Valley, Swyambunath Stupa, Kathmandu's Durbar Square, Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupathi Temple. Day 3: Tour of Bhaktpur and Patan Durbar Squares. Afternoon packing to get ready for flight to Tibet. Day 4: Fly to Gongar Airport in Lhasa, Tibet. Drive to Tsedang (11,201 ft./3,415m). In the afternoon visit Yambulakhang and Chaduk monasteries. Day 5: Visit Samye monastery in Tsedang.Day 6: Drive to Lhasa (11,972 ft./3,650m). Visit Mindroling monastery on the way and stop to rest in order to acclimatize.Day 7: Tour of Drepung, Sera Monastery and Barkhor Market in Lhasa. Day 8: Tour the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Norbulingka, the Dalai Lama's summer palace. Day 9: Drive to Ganden. Visit Ganden Monastery and drive back to Lhasa. Day 10: Drive to Gyantse (12,956 ft./3,950m) via Yamdrok Tso and the Karola Pass (16,500 ft./5,050m). Sightseeing of Khumbum Stupa and Palkhor Monastery. Day 11: Drive to Shigatse (12,792 ft./3,900m). Sightseeing of Tashilhunpo Monastery. Day 12: Drive to Shegar (14,268 ft./4,350m). Visit the Sakya monastery. Day 13: Drive to Rongbuk (16,400 ft./5,000m). Visit Everest base camp (17,056 ft./5,168m) and drive to Nyalam (12,300 ft./3,750m). Day 14: Drive to Zangmu (7,708 ft./2,350m). Visit the Milerapa's Cave. Day 15: After immigration, cross the border into Nepal and drive back to Kathmandu.Day 16: Afternoon flight to Pokhara.Day 17: Sightseeing in Pokhara.Day 18: Drive to Sauraha and Chitwan.Day 19: Chitwan safari. Day 20: Fly back to Kathmandu.Day 21: Departure.
Discover Nepal and Tibet Tour from March 22 to April 11
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TRIP DETAILS Trip length: 21 Days Trip cost: $4,500 Difficulty: Moderate, Overland Tour Trip Starts: March 22nd Trip Ends: April 11th Group size: 2 to 12 MaxAccommodations: Hotel and Lodge Transportation: 4WD Land Cruiser Maximum Altitude: 17,226 ft./5,220m Cost Includes: • Airport transfers in Kathmandu and Lhasa• Twin accommodations in Kathmandu for 5 nights with breakfast at a tourist class hotel • Sightseeing in Kathmandu, entrance fees and transportation • One-way airfare Kathmandu to Lhasa • Tibet visa fee• Twin accommodations with breakfast at tourist class hotels in Tibet • Sightseeing tours, entrance fees at the monasteries and monuments in Tibet• Domestic one-way flights Kathmandu to Pokhara and Chitwan to Kathmandu• Transportation as per the itinerary • Farewell dinner Cost Does Not Include: • Lunch, dinner and refreshments in Nepal and Tibet • Photography charges in the monasteries • Any cost arising due to unexpected delays, landslides, political disturbance, strikes, cancellation of flights or deviation from the itinerary • Re-entry Nepal visa • Tips for driver and other support staff • Any other extra service not mentioned above
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Top of Mt. Everest
Located on top of the Chukung glacier between Ama Dablam and Lhotse Mountains, Island Peak is the most sought after trekking destination because of its challenging geographical conditions. Each year more than 300 groups attempt to scale the summit of Island peak. This trek offers an excellent opportunity to climb a Himalayan Summit [6173m] together with an exhilarating Trek to the Everest Base Camp and Kala Pattar. The most difficult section is a mixed rock and ice wall at a slope of around 45 degrees leading to the narrow summit ridge. The magnificent views from the summit, however, are certainly a fitting reward for your efforts. Before climbing Island Peak, we trek up the Dudh Kosi valley from Lukla, passing through Namche and Tengboche on our way to Kala Pattar and Everest Base Camp. After being rested and feeling physically fit and acclimatized, we then head up the beautiful Imja Khola valley towards Island Peak. Besides trekking adventure, we also get to witness pristine Sherpa villages and ever-so-serene monasteries. With ponderous memories of the trekking earlier done, we retrace our route back through Namche to Lukla, and from there on we fly back to Kathmandu. This trip can be done during March to May and September to December.DETAILED ITINERARY Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu Day 2 Sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley Day 3 Fly to Lukla & Trek to Phakding [2652m]Day 4 Trek to Namche [3450m] Day 5 Rest day in Namche Day 6 trek to Tengboche [3867m] Day 7 Trek to Pheriche [4252m] Day 8 Rest day in Pheriche Day 9 Trek to Lobuche [4930m] Day 10 Trek to Gorak Shep [5184m] Day 11 Trek to Everest base camp back to Lobuche [5357m] Day 12 Trek to Dingboche [4350m] ( Trekkers will trek back to Kathmandu) Day 14 Trek to island peak base camp [5150m] Day 15 Trek to high camp Day 16 Ascent of island peak [6173m] Day 17 Spare day Day 18 Trek to Pangboche [3950m] Day 19 Trek to Namche [3450m] Day 20 Trek to Lukla [2800m] Day 21 Fly to KathmanduDay 22 Depart KathmanduPRICE INLUDES:» Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu airfare » English speaking local expert guide, porters» National Park Fees, Peak permit,» 3 nights’ accommodation at 3 star hotel in Kathmandu on twin sharing room with breakfast.» All guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu and entry fees. » Airport transfers and escort» Climbing Sherpa» Equipment clothing for porter & staffs, Local climbing Sherpas, » Insurance for all staff & porters, Rope, Icescrow, Snowbar » Oxygen for emergency PRICE EXCLUDES:» International flight & departure tax» Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu.» Personal climbing gears & clothing, (available on hire).» Tips, any expenses of personal nature, client's insurance.
EVEREST BASE CAMP & ISLAND PEAK CLIMB MAY 20 TO JUNE 10
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Trip Cost: $ 3200 Climb Group size: 2 to 10 Max.Trip length: 22 DaysActivity: Trekking / ClimbingAltitude Max: 6173 m. /20,252 ft.Best Time: March to May or August to OctoberLodging: **** Hotel in kathamndu/Guest House during the Trek & Tent for climbing. Trip Start: May 20th Trip End: June 10th Note: For group more then 4 people. Please contact for discount rate. This trek is combined with island peak climb but you can join only the Everest Base Camp trekking part.
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