| Mani
Rimdu Festival Trekking |
| Sherpas belong to the Nying-Mapa
sect of Tibetan Buddhist which is self an outgrowth of
the Manayana tradition Guru Rimpoche (Padma-Sambhawa an
Indian yogi) is regarded as the founder of this old sect
and spiritual leader. Legendarily born of a lotus in the
middle of a lake, it is to Guru Rimpoche that the Prayers
and maniwall inscriptions are address as ""OM
MANI PADME HUM'', Hail to the jewel of the lotus. Religious
book recount that Guru Rimpoche was a powerful Magician
and sorcerer. Sherpas celebrate many ceremonies in the
region, including marriage ceremonies, Funerals, manning
of a child, driving out evil spirits, obtaining Sonam
(Merit) and other offerings to be made in the name of
the local gods. Mani-Rimdu Festival. Mani Rimdu, a very
important festival to the Sherpas, falls on the full moon
day of Tibetan ninenth month (October/November/December).
The three day celebrations of Mani Rimdu follow the ten-day
non-stop prayer sessions addressed to the parton deities
- seeking "blessing for the good of all mankind".
The portagoniest of all is Guru Rimpoche, the founder
of Vajrayan Buddism in Tibet. Masked Lamas of Khumbu region
perform various religious rituals amidst dancing and singing.
The first celebration of Mani-Rimdu at Monastery of Tyangboche
(Everest region) seems to have taken place sometime in
1930. It originates from Rongbukh Monastery in Tibet Mani-Rimdu
is a prayer ceremony where the Monks put on masks representing
divine personages and perform ritual dances. The spectators
of devotion come from many villages to gain Sonam (merit)
from the head Lama's blessing and making corn and grain
contributions to the Monk's community. Mani-Rimdu normally
takes place every year in the month of November (full
moon, it can be changed depending upon Tibetan Calendar)
and at-least for three days. This period coincides with
the cessation of work in the village at the end of harvesting.
Mani-Rimdu is the only big social event that draws together
large crowds from all villagers in the Khumbu region. |
| Day to Day Mani Rimdu Festival Trekking
Itinerary : |
Day 01 Arrival at Kathmandu airport transfer to hotel
Day 02 Rest day at Kathmandu for sightseeing
Day 03 Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2840M) trek to
Phakding (2800M) 4hrs
Day 04 Trek Phakding to Namche Bazzar (3440M) 6hrs
Day 05 Rest day at Namche Bazzar for acclimatization and
hiking to Syangboche 3hrs
Day 06 Trek Namche Bazzar to Tengboche 3860M 4 hrs and
attend first day of Mani Rimdu Festival
Day 07 Tengboche Second Day of Festival
Day 08 Tengboche Third day of Festival
Day 09 Trek Tengboche to Dingboche (4350M) 4hrs
Day 10 Rest day at Dingboche for acclimatization and hiking
to chhukung 4743m back down to Dingboche 5hrs
Day 11 Trek Dingboche to Labuche 5018m 4hrs
Day 12 Trek Labuche to Gorakshep and acclimatization (5170M)
3hrs
Day 13 Trek Gorakshep to Everest base camp (5364M) to
Gorakshep (5170M) 6hrs
Day 14 Trek Gorakshep to Kalapattar (5545M) trek back
down to Pheriche (4280M) 6/7hrs
Day 15 Trek Pheriche to Khumjung (3753M) or Tengboche
5/6hrs
Day 16 Trek Tengboche to Manju (2800M) 5hrs
Day 17 Trek Manu to Lukla 5hrs
Day 18 Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
Day 19 Rest day at Kathmandu
Day 20 Departure your destination
Mani Rimdu Festival Trekking Special price Offer
Group Size
1 person (Solo Trek)
US$ 1600.00
US$ 1920.00
2- 8 Pax
US$ 1390.00 per person
US$ 1590.00 per person
Cost Included:
• KTM International Airport Arrival & Departure
Transfer by Private Comfortable Car/van/ Hiace
•
Total 4 Nights DELUXE Accommodations on B/B Plan Twin
Sharing in Kathmandu at 3 or 5 Star hotel
•
Round Trip( KATHMANDU-LUKLA- KATHMANDU) Flight fare for
Guests & Guide with all taxes
• Round
Trip Land Transportation (Hotel- Domestic Airport- Hotel)
by private Comfortable Car/Van/Hiace
• 1 English
Speaking experienced Sherpa Govt. Trained/Licensed Holder
Guide for whole Trek
• Porter (1 porter Between
2 Person basis, Max 30 KGS per Porter) for Whole Trek
• Everest National Park Trek Permit, TIMS card &
Any required permits or Official Documentation
•
Full Board basis Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner-
Self Lodges Menu Choice) as per above Itinerary
• Selected Tea house Lodge/Guest house Accommodations
in Twin Sharing during Trek( Shared Toilets/ bathroom)
• Insurance, Daily Wages, Equipments and all meals
& Lodges of Porters and Guide in Whole Trek
• First Aid Kid Box( for Normal Treatment only)
• Government taxes & Other Applicable Fees
Cost Excluded:
• International Airfare
to and from your country
• Nepal Visa fee:
Nepal entry visa (US$ 40 or equivalent foreign currency
for 30 days.you will also require 2 passport size photos.)
• Emergency helicopter rescue Evacuation Coordination
Service (This is only in case of Emergency condition of
guests, however all guests are responsible to pay helicopter
Evacuation Charge- US$ 2000 per/Hour if necessary. So
all our Valued guests are kindly advised to make sure
that they have necessary travel Insurance which should
cover heli Evacuation expenses in case needed)
•
Departure Airport tax: NRS 1700( if it is not included
in your tickets) at International Airport, KTM
•
Travel & Health Insurance- Emergency Helicopter Rescue
Insurance (Most recommended)
• Lunch &
Dinner in Kathmandu - keep $ 5 to 10 for per meal in Tourist
Restaurant
• Any Alcoholic Drinks, Cold Drinks,
Boiled & Mineral Water, Beverages, deserts Etc in
Trek
• Tips for Guide & Porter( Not mandatory
but expected)
• Hot Shower, Battery Charges(
Available in Trek with Extra cost or Free in some lodges)
• Unforeseen Cost such as Flight Cancellation or
Delayed, Sick in Trek, and Helicopter rescue in Trek.
Cost due to bad weather etc which is out of our control
• Any Other Cost, which is not mentioned in Cost
Includes Items as Above |
