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Biological/Ecological Tour of the Langtang Valley in the Himalayas ($6,600) Overview Itinerary Important Information What's Included? Frequently Asked Questions Day 1: Arrive at Kathmandu Dates TBD Transfer from Tribhuvan Airport to Kathmandu Guest House. Explore the sights and sounds of Thamel, one of Kathmandu's most vibrant neighborhoods. Day 2: Tour Kathmandu Date TBD Early morning visit to Kathmandu’s holiest sites, Swayambhunath Temple. After a tour of the temple grounds with your tour guide, Alok Tuladhar, enjoy a comfortable guided walk back through Kathmandu and return to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, explore historic Kathmandu. Dinner is on your own. Meeting with your scientist. Overnight in Kathmandu. Day 3: Overland Travel to Thulo Syabru Date TBD We depart Kathmandu early on Day 3 by bus and start our Langtang journey with a long scenic drive to Dhunche (6,660 ft.). This colorful travel provides an opportunity to experience the authentic Nepal. During our 6-7 hour ride, we will stop for lunch and for rest breaks and arrive at Dhunche which is also the location of a Nepal Army checkpoint as the gateway to the Langtang National Park. From here we transfer to 4-wheel drive vehicle to travel through the lush forest region to Thulo Syabru. Overnight in the peaceful and beautiful village of Thulo Syabru (7,250 ft.). Day 4: Exploring Thulo Syabru and Surrounding Forest Date TBD We explore the village of Thulo Syabru and trek around the surrounding forest and learn about the flora and fauna of this region from our conservation and forestry biologist from Tribuvan University. Thulo Syabru is predominantly inhabited by members of the Tamang community, an indigenous ethnic group in Nepal. We will have the opportunity to visit Tamang Monastery, engage with the local population and learn about their traditional rituals, customs and way of life. Overnight in Thulo Syabru. Day 5: Trek to Bamboo Date TBD After breakfast, we begin our trek leaving Thulo Syabru behind and heading to the Chopcha Khola River. Our trek takes us past terraced fields and into dense oak, maple, and bamboo forests. These ancient, forested regions are home to red panda, wild boar, black-faced langur monkeys and Himalayan Black Bear. After crossing the Chopcha Khola River on a suspension bridge festooned with prayer flags snapping in the wind, we continue until Bamboo and our lodging for the night. Overnight in Bamboo (6,512 ft.). Day 6: Trek to Lama Hotel Date TBD Our trek today takes us ascending along the trail for our destination, Lama Hotel (8,136 ft) This isn’t one hotel, but a collection of lodges and homes and our destination for the night. This area is surrounded by lush green forests, creating a forest camp-like atmosphere. Day 7: Trek to Langtang Village Date TBD We start our trek before daybreak which will give us the best opportunity to view the diverse wildlife in the region. We will have our breakfast at Riverside (9,087 ft) along the trail and continue on to Langtang Village. As we head through beautiful forest, we get an extraordinary view of Langtang Lirung, elevation 23,734 ft, the highest peak of the Langtang Himal. We stop for lunch along the way at Ghodatabela (9,940 ft) and continue past traditional chortens, water driven prayer wheels, Mani walls to Langtang Village. Langtang Village was destroyed in the 2015 earthquake but has been rebuilt in the traditional flat-roofed Tibetan-style houses and lodges. Overnight in Langtang Village (11,253 ft). Day 8: Trek to Kyanjin Date TBD After breakfast, we begin our trek to Kyanjin and a visit to Kyangjin Gompa, the region’s most important Buddhist monastery. Along the way, we pass prayer wheels, chortens, and Mani walls. After arriving in Kyangjin, we will have lunch and then hike above the village for spectacular views of the surrounding peaks and a visit to the world-famous Yak Cheese factory in the village. Overnight in Kyangjin (12,365 ft). Day 9: Kyanjin - Tour Monastery and Acclimatize DateTBD We wake early for a visit to the Kyangjin Monastery for morning prayers. We return to our lodge for breakfast. Our day today will be spent exploring the lower glacier and a hike up either Langshisa Kharka (14,190 ft.) or Tserko Ri (16,512 ft.) with extraordinary views of the surrounding peaks, Yala Peak, Lantang Ri, Lantang Lirung, and many more. Day 10: Private Helicopter to Kathmandu Dates TBD Helicopter to Kathmandu from Kyanjin and transfer back to the Kathmandu Guest House. Day 11: Extra Day in Kathmandu – Contingency Day Date TBD No plans for this day. Day 12: Depart Kathmandu for Home Date TBD Transfer from Kathmandu Guest House to Tribhuvan International Airport for your return flight home. Sign Up Today

EMBARK ON A SPECTACULAR HIMALAYAN JOURNEY Up ECO MUSHROOM TOUR OF THE KHUMBU (EVEREST) REGION IN THE HIMALAYAS Join IMT during peak mushroom season to explore the grandeur of the Khumbu region and Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park Area in Nepal on a unique mushroom and ecological trek along the Everest Base Camp trail. Learn More Sign Up Now About Nepal Nepal is a landlocked country bordered by Tibet and China to the north and India to the east, west, and south. Although it is a small country, Nepal contains the greatest variation in altitude on Earth, from the lowland plains and jungles of the Tarai in the south, to the Himalayas and Mount Everest, the world’s highest mountain, in the north. ​ The origin of the word Himalaya comes from Sanskrit and means “Abode of Snow.” As one of the most bio-diverse regions, Nepal is a treasure trove of animals, birds, medicinal plants, flowers, and fungi. Similarly, Nepal’s many cultures represent over 120 distinct ethnic and linguistic groups, each contributing to a rich and fascinating kaleidoscope of spiritual practices, history, and art. Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu is steeped in history, architecture, and religious significance. About Us Who We Are IMT specializes in providing custom designed and professionally guided treks in the Himalayas of Nepal with a special focus on the ecology, mycology, and biodiversity of the Khumbu. Learn More Expeditions IMT’s expeditions to the Khumbu offer a unique opportunity to trek in the world’s most spectacular mountains while discovering the extraordinary world of mushrooms in the region. Learn More Blog Read about what the international media are saying about IMT’s treks. Learn More Meet Your Guides Sonam Jangbu Sherpa Director, International Mountain Trekking, Inc. Phinjo Sherpa Senior High Altitude Mountain Guide Lhakpa Nuri Sherpa Senior High Altitude Mountain Guide Phu Chiri Sherpa Senior High Altitude Mountain Guide Pasang Tenjing Sherpa Senior High Altitude Mountain Guide Learn More "A 21-day trek through the Himalayas of Nepal, including the World Heritage Site Sagarmatha National Park. Wow! I cannot believe I finally made it there ... and I'm more amazed that I survived! The IMT trek was so special and different in many ways, from other “package” excursions, primarily because of the small group size, we were able to make side trips to see and do things not actually on the itinerary, we were able to proceed at our pace—not that of the guides’ or rigid itinerary—and then got to have experiences with local people, customs, and festivals. We were invited in to homes and monasteries on several occasions. Talk about off-the-beaten-path travel! The Sherpa guides and porters that work with IMT are hand-selected and have developed very close bonds with the organizer, Richard Silber. And I have to say that the Sherpas were a very big part of what made this such a wonderful experience." Britt Bunyard, Ph.D Editor in Chief, FUNGI Magazine In the News Mar 17 1 min Outside Magazine: American Mountaineer and Filmmaker David Breashears Dies at Age 68 The pioneering climber and documentarian helped millions of people worldwide learn about Mount Everest and the Himalayas 0 Post not marked as liked Feb 23 1 min People's Pharmacy: Marvelous Medicinal Mushrooms This week, we talk with 4th-generation herbalist, research scientist and mycologist, Dr. Christopher Hobbs. He extolls the benefits of... 0 Post not marked as liked Feb 23 1 min Washington Post: Mount Everest has a poop problem. Now climbers are required to bag it. Climbers ascending Mount Everest will be expected to collect their poop in doggy bags and carry their waste back to base camp, according to 0 Post not marked as liked 1 2 3 4 5 View More

About Us IMT offers our clients a unique, individually designed and professionally guided opportunity to experience the excitement and adventure of trekking and climbing in the most spectacular mountains in the world: the Himalaya of Nepal. Our goal is to provide our clients with an individual or small group trekking and climbing experience matched to your experience and schedule. On an IMT trip, as part of your trek and climb, you will have the opportunity to visit a Sherpa community, enjoy a meal with a Sherpa family, visit historic Buddhist monasteries and go behind the scenes in a way not offered by other trekking companies. ​ All of our high-altitude Sherpa guides have vast experience throughout the Himalaya. All of IMT’s guides have climbed Mt. Everest multiple times as well as many other notable mountains in Nepal. The rich depth and unparalleled experience IMT guides provide will enable you and your group to enjoy an adventure that is, in a word, extraordinary. We look forward to hearing from you. Namaste Rick Silber, Executive Director International Mountain Trekking, Inc. Mission Statement To create unique treks and climbs in the Himalaya for our clients, in equal economic partnership with our Sherpa guides. We do this for several reasons: By profit-sharing with our guides, we create significant, long-overdue economic opportunities for the Sherpa community. While traditional adventure companies also rely on Sherpas for logistics, expert guiding and support, they unfairly keep for themselves the lion’s share of profits. IMT has a different approach: ​ We share equally with our Sherpa guides the profits from every trek and climb. We believe this commitment to the Sherpa community sets us apart from every other guiding company operating in Nepal. We hope you’ll let IMT create the Himalayan trek you’ve always dreamed about. Rick Silber Rick has always led an active outdoor life. He started climbing and backpacking during college mostly in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. With NOLs, Rick had the opportunity to journey into Yellowstone National Park during a winter expedition, and then honed his backcountry and climbing skills in the Beartooth Mountains of Montana. ​ In New Hampshire, Rick has climbed Mt. Washington and Mt. Adams many times mostly in the winter. He has climbed Mt. Whitney in California, Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Breithorn, the Munch and Pollux in the Alps. Rick has also climbed in Alaska and most recently Nepal on Lobuche Peak and Mera Peak. Rick is an attorney in Washington, D.C.

Equipment and Clothing Clothing, Accessories, and Other Items to Bring Outer/Mid Layers Rain/wind shell parka Warm down puffy parka Fleece jacket, light puffy Hard shell rain/wind pants Hiking pants Hiking shorts ​ Base Layer 1 long sleeve top layer 2-3 short sleeve hiking shirts 1 pair long underwear 5-6 pair of synthetic underwear ​ Accessories 1 pair hiking boots 1 pair hiking shoes (e.g. Merrells) 1 pair flip flops 3 pair hiking socks Eyewear (bring 2 pair) Mountain sunglasses/glacier goggles (that block light from the sides) Eyeglasses as needed 2 pair gloves 1 pair light hiking gloves 1 pair warm ski gloves Hats Fleece or warm wool beanie Baseball cap Buff (will be provided by IMT) Wrist watch Belt ​ Gear Large daypack – will enable you to stuff and carry your warm puffy, trekking poles, an insulating layer, wind and rain hardshell, gloves, food, water, etc. Sleeping bag – rated to at least 30° Collapsible trekking poles Headlamps (2) with extra batteries Water bottle Hydraulic water system Water treatment tablets (For at least 50 liters) Small pocket knife TSA locks ​ Other personal items Broad spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30 or more) Lip balm Hand sanitizer – 2-3 bottles Wet wipes – 2 packs Personal body wipes Band-Aids Small camp towel Soap Shampoo Toilet Paper ​ Medications Antibiotic for upper respiratory problems (Zithromax Z-Pak) Antibiotic for GI problems (Cipro and/or Z-Pak) Diamox (acetazolamide) for acclimatization (125 mg tabs recommended, enough for a week) Nifedipine (for pulmonary edema, the 30 mg time release x 2 tablets) and dexamethasone (for cerebral edema, 4 mg x 10 tablets) Sleep-aids for the first few days of jet lag ​ Non-prescription medications that we recommend Imodium for diarrhea Pepto Bismol (tablets recommended) Ibuprofen Throat lozenges Immunizations Please consult your doctor regarding the following immunizations: COVID-19 vaccination and booster vaccination (required) Tetanus-Diphtheria – You should already have. Do you need a booster? Polio -You should already have. Do you need a booster? MMR -You should already have. Do you need a booster? Meningitis – Recommended. Consult your physician. Hepatitis A – Recommended. Consult your physician. Hepatitis B – Recommended. Consult your physician. Typhoid – Recommended. The tablet form, Vivotif, is good for five years. ​ Climbers of Island Peak or Lobuche Peak (Optional) Technical climbing equipment: Mountaineering boots Heavy duty socks 2 pair Climbing Helmet Ice Axe Crampons Climbing Harness ​ Other climbing hardware: Ascender 2 locking carabiners 2 non-locking carabiners 2 slings Accessory 7 mm cord Rappel device

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Mushroom/Ecological Tour of the Annapurna Circuit in the Himalayas ($6,400) Sign Up Today Overview Itinerary Important Information What's Included? Frequently Asked Questions Day 1: Arrive at Kathmandu Date TBD Transfer from Tribhuvan Airport to Kathmandu Guest House. Explore the sights and sounds of Thamel, one of Kathmandu's most vibrant neighborhoods. Day 2: Tour Kathmandu Date TBD We wake before dawn for an early morning visit to Kathmandu's holiest site, Swayambhunath Temple (Monkey Temple). After a tour of the temple grounds, we enjoy a comfortable guided walk back through Kathmandu and return to Kathmandu Guest House for breakfast. After breakfast, we explore historic Kathmandu with our private guide. Dinner is on your own. Overnight at Kathmandu Guest House. Day 3: Kathmandu to Besihahar D ate TBD Jeep Ride 180 KM (6-7 hrs) | Lunch: Riverside Spring, Kurintar Day 4: Besishahar to Khudi/BahunDanda D ate TBD Besishahar to Khudi/BahunDanda (1310m) about 14km easy hiking | Lunch: Ngadi Day 5: Jagat D ate TBD Jagat (1300) 13 km hiking | Lunch: Syange Day 6: Bagarchaap D ate TBD Bagarchaap (2160 m) 15 km hiking (FORAY) | Lunch: Chyamchey Day 7: Chame July 20 Chame (2670m) 13 km hiking– (FORAY) | Lunch: Koto Day 8: Lower Pisang D ate TBD Lower Pisang (3200 m) 14.5 km hiking (FORAY) | Lunch: Dhukur Pokhari Day 9: Manang D ate TBD Manang (3540m) 15 km hiking: (FORAY)| Lunch: XXXXXX Day 10: Acclimatization Day — Manang D ate TBD Manang – Acclimatization day; Short hiking to Milarepa Cave and Monastery (4100 m) or other surrounding forests – including FORAY on the way Day 11: Yak Kharka D ate TBD Yak Kharka (4200 m) 10.4 km hiking (FORAY)|, overnight Guest house/tea house Day 12: Throngla Phedi D ate TBD Throngla Phedi (4525 m) 7.3 km hiking | Lunch: Throngla Phedi Day 13: Muktinath via Throng La Pass D ate TBD Muktinath (3760 m) via Throng La Pass (5450 m) 15 km hiking| Lunch: Visit Monastery and overnight in Muktinath Day 14: Tour Muktinath D ate TBD Tour the Muktinath temple along with local sites such as the 108 taps. Day 15: Helicopter to Kathmandu D ate TBD Morning helicopter flight to Kathmandu and free day in Kathmandu Day 16: Free Day in Kathmandu D ate TBD Free day in Kathmandu Day 17: Depart Kathmandu for Home D ate TBD Transfer from Kathmandu Guest House to Tribhuvan International Airport for your return flight home. Sign Up Today

Expeditions Mushroom/Ecological Tour Everest Base Camp June 11 - June 28, 2024 Learn More Biological/Ecological Tour Langtang Valley ​ Coming Soon Mushroom/Ecological Tour Annapurna Circuit ​ Learn More

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Join a team of mycologists, mountaineers, journalists, and adventurers as they trek high into the Himalayas on a mushroom foraging expedition. Led by renowned Nepali mycologist Dr. Shiva Devkota, the group explores the remote mountains and forests of the Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park of Nepal, searching for rare and undiscovered mushroom species. Along the journey they connect with local villagers, experience Sherpa culture, witness the staggering natural beauty of Nepal, and have their spirits transformed through poignant moments of joy and sorrow. Learn More Watch Movie Contribute This film was made possible through the support and collaboration of:

Nepal Nepal is located in South Asia between China in the north and India in the south, east and west. While the total land area is 147,181 sq. km including water area of the country that is 3,830 sq. km. The geographical coordinates are 28°00′N 84°00′E . Nepal falls in the temperate zone north of the Tropic of Cancer. Nepal’s ecological zones run east to west about 800 km along its Himalayan axis, 150 to 250 km north to south, and is vertically intersected by the river systems. ​ The country can be divided into three main geographical regions: Himalayan region, mid hill region and Terai region. The highest point in the country is Mt. Everest (8,848 m) while the lowest point is in the Terai plains of Kechana Kalan in Jhapa (60 m). ​ https://www.welcomenepal.com/plan-your-trip/geography.html