“Werner, your treks (3rd trek with Werner) are so amazing. How lucky are those future trekkers to experience those amazing places with you!” ….Irina Roman., Vancouver, Canada

Index

• Dates

• Investment (Payment Options)

• Trip Investment Includes

• Trip Investment does not Include

• Tipping Protocol (please review carefully)

Dates (April 29, 2024, to May 15, 2024)

We meet in Kathmandu on April 29, 2024. As per the itinerary, we spend one full day in Kathmandu enjoying the amazing sightseeing and cultural experiences prior to our short flight into the Solo-Khumbu region and the beginning of the actual trek. 

Weather permitting, we will be at Mt. Everest’s famed Base Camp nine (9) days later. Next, instead of rushing back down we strongly recommend an early morning climb to the stupendous lookout point, Kala Pattar. We’ll see the splendor of Mt. Everest silhouetting the crimson and gold sunrise. 

We’ll be back in Kathmandu on May 14, 2024. . .weather permitting.

INVESTMENT

Note: all accommodation is either in hotels or in Sherpa lodges – no tenting – double occupancy; single is available in most locations at an additional fee of $550 USD.

FEE (note savings options below): $7,997.00 USD per person (all inclusive - Dinner on April 29, 2024, to breakfast on May 15, 2024). This fee may increase with late bookings if we are unable to retain our early accommodation, booking advantages. 

Additional family members - deduct 10% off $7997.00.

A non-refundable deposit of $750.00 is due at the time of application; this reserves and guarantees your space on the adventure or expedition.

Payment Options:

Option #1: Save $750 - Available to the first 10 registrants only - Pay deposits of $750 upon application and balance within 30 days of receiving your trip confirmation and no later than August 10, 2023 (Early Booking Bonus which allows us to immediately secure our preferred accommodation choices on the trek).. . .six (6) spaces remaining as of July 2023.

Balance Due after deposit $5747.00 ($7997 - $750 - $750 = $6497)

Option #2: Save $500 - Pay deposits of $750 upon application and then $2477.00 by July 31, 2023, $2477.00 by September 30, 2023, plus $2477 by November 30, 2023 (Accelerated Payment Bonus)

Balance due after deposit $6747.00 ($7997 - $750 - $500 = $6747)

Option #3: Save $200 - Pay deposits of $750 upon application and then $1949.00 by July 31, 2023, $1657.00 by September 30, 2023, $1949 by November 30, 2023, plus $1950 by January 28, 2024, deduct $200.00 (Option #3 early payment bonus)

Balance Due after deposit $7047.00 ($7997 - $750 - $200 = $7047)

Option #4: Pay deposits of $750 upon application and Balance Due no later than January 28, 2024, $7247 ($7997 - $750 = $7247)

Payment Policy:

• A non-refundable deposit of $750.00 is due at the time of application; this reserves your space on the expedition.

• Payment Options: As shown above.

• Options 2 to 4 require the submission of post-dated checks upon you receiving your trip confirmation

• Payments can be made by check, wire transfer (please add transfer fees), or by credit card (please add a surcharge of 3.5%).

• Balances not received by the due dates risk forfeiture of their place on the expedition plus a loss of the Option payment bonus.

• Should a participant need to cancel their attendance they have the option to replace themselves for a re-registration fee of $150 covering the cost of obtaining the new Sagamatha National Park permits and government fees.

Action Required: Contact Werner regarding space availability. Also, if interested, determine if a Zoom webinar with a trip description and Q&A, is available – 215-642-0083 / werner@Quest736.com

Space is limited and constrained by accommodation available on the trek. This trek is rated as the most sought-after trekking experience on the planet, making late accommodation bookings a significant challenge. . .unconfirmed bookings can only be held for a limited time.

Investment Qualifications

Please note – the non-refundable deposit is required since our Nepali outfitters require payments up front for government and park permits, early booking of accommodations, porter hire, etc. 

We hope you, as we, are looking forward to an exciting and fulfilling adventure and personal growth experience.

“What a life-changing experience. Thank you Werner”. . .Barbara R.

“Our trip was epic and remains one of the highlights of my life!”. . .Mikel Ann H.

Trip Investment/Fees Include

• All airport pickup and hotel transfers in private vehicles

• 3 nights in 4-star hotels in Kathmandu (Hotel Shanker or similar standard) including all meals

• 12 nights in the best available lodges/teahouses on the trek

• All meals and accommodation start with dinner on April 29 and end with breakfast on May 15, 2024

• Welcome and farewell dinner

• Bonus Day in Kathmandu - sightseeing and cultural experience

• Domestic flights – Kathmandu to Lukla and return (weight limit 15 kg with 10 kg check-in and 5 kg hand baggage)

• One Puritii Water Filtration System available to “full-fare” participants only (for pure. clean drinking water - retails at just under $100USD)

• English-speaking local head guide(s), assistant guides (1 assistant guide per 4 trekkers), and Sherpa porters to carry your luggage (1 porter per 2 trekkers) during the trek

• T-shirt

• All National Park permits and Community fees

• All government, local taxes, and administrative charges

• Trekking map

• Luggage storage during the trek

Trip Investment/Fees Do Not Include 

• Nepal entry Visa fee (get the Visa before you leave – alternately, bring USD cash plus two passport photographs and get it on landing in Kathmandu)

• International airfare to and from Kathmandu

• Excess baggage charges at $4.00 USD per 1 kg (2.2 lbs.) on Lukla flights

• Extra accommodation and meals outside of the expedition dates, including weather delays. Also, any expenses incurred related to an early departure from the trek for whatever reason.

• Personal trekking gear and equipment

• Gear rental: Down jacket ($30 USD), four-season sleeping bag ($35), Trekking Poles ($15). All rental items must be pre-arranged and paid for upon booking

• Alcohol, bottled drinks, and bottled water

• Travel and air rescue insurance (air rescue is a MUST have – you will not be allowed on the flight to Lukla without it)

• Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, alcoholic beverages, showers on the trek, etc)

• Trip cancellation insurance (highly recommended)

• Tips for guides, porters, and drivers (tipping is expected). . .we all marvel at their efforts and services

• Extra porters upon request (personal porter carrying your day pack, camera equipment, etc at $350 – booked ahead of time).

• Any unforeseen expenses due to circumstances beyond our control.

• Helicopter flights for early departures from Gorek Shep or Labouche to Lukla @ $1150 t0 $1500 USD per person (the rate is as of this website posting)

Trip Cancellation Insurance

Due to unforeseen circumstances, prior to or during the adventure, we highly recommend trip cancellation insurance. This may be the only way to receive a refund for unused services.

Trip Cancellation insurance may permit you to get reimbursement when you are not entitled to a refund from us.

Gratuities 

Nepali Head Guide(s): $17-$25USD per day (per group of 12, or less)

Assistant guides: $12-$15 per day (split between a group of four)

Porters: $10 – $13 per day (split between 2 trekkers)