Description of the tour
Tour itinerary: Kathmandu → Namche → Kathmandu
Kyajo Ri is a small peak located in the Khumbu region of Nepal. It is surrounded by the counterparts, namely; Island Peak, Lobuche and Mera Peak. A technical peak, it requires a good crampon and ice-axing skills. The climb is a concoction of the mixed terrains, and will feel quite challenging when combined with the sheer altitude. The trek being from Lukla until Namche Bazaar when you reroute the trail towards Mende village. You may have to stay in a tent for over 4 days during this trip; twice at the Base Camp and Camp II and once at Camp.
Itinerary,
Day 1; Fly to Lukla; Trek to Phakding,4 hrs, 2,610 m/8,560 ft
Day 2; Trek to Namche Bazzar,6-7 hrs, 3,441 m/11,289 ft
Day 3; Trek to Thamo ,3-4 hrs, 3,740 m/12,267 ft
Day 4; Trek to Kyajo Ri Base Camp,6-7 hrs, 4,550 m/14,924 ft
Day 5; Move to Camp I, 4-5 hrs, 5,200 m/17,056 ft
Day 6; Climb to Camp II, 4-5 hrs, 5,700 m/18,696
Day 7; Summit Kyajo Ri (6,186m/20,2950 ft) Back to Camp I (Summit Day)10-11 hrs, 5,200 m/17,056 ft
Day 8; Trek back to Base Camp,5-6 hrs, 4,550 m/14,924 ft
Day 9; Trek to Namche,5-6 hrs, 3,441 m/11,289 ft
Day 10; Trek to Lukla,7-8 hrs, 2,810 m/9,219 ft
Day 11; Fly to Kathmandu/Manthali