 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 spirtual 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 evilspirits, 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 mainkind". The
portagoniest of all is Guru Rimpoche, the founder of Vajrayan
Buddism in Tibet. Masked Lamas of Khumbu region perform
various religious rituals amidts dancing and singing.
The first celebration of Mani-Rimdu
at Monastery of Tyangboche(Everest region) seems to have
taken place some time 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 village 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 Calender) 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.
GOKYO RI/EVEREST BASE CAMP/TENGBOCHE
MANI RIMDU FESTIVAL OCTOBER - DECEMBER,
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Optional
Program 01 |
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Day 01:
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Arrival and transfer to
Hotel |
Day
02: |
Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley with
guided & Trek Preparations. (B) |
| Day 03: |
Flight to Lukla & Trek to Phakding
(2610M) (B.L.D) |
| Day 04: |
Trek Phakding to Namche 3450m. (B.L.D) |
| Day 05: |
Namche acclimatisation/ day hiking to
Museam, Khumjung Village (B.L.D) |
| Day 06: |
Trek Namche to Phortse Tenga (3675M)
(B.L.D) |
| Day 07: |
Trek Phortse Tenga to Macharmo (4470M)
(B.L.D) |
| Day 08: |
Trek Machermo To Gokyo Ri (4790) (B.L.D)
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| Day 09: |
Gokyo valley (day hiking) & Acclimatisation
or Rest day (B.L.D) |
| Day 10:
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Trek Gokyo to Gokyo La and Thaknak
4690m. (B.L.D) |
Day 11:
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Trek Thaknak to Chola La pass 5250m
- DZongla( 4830M) |
| Day 12: |
Trek Dzongla to Lobuche (4910m.) (B.L.D) |
| Day 13: |
Trek Lobuche to Gorakshep-Everest Base
Camp(5545m).Back Lobuche (B.L.D) |
| Day 14: |
Trek to Dingboche (B.L.D) |
| Day 15: |
Trek Dingboche To Tengboche ( 3820M)
(B.L.D) |
| Day 16: |
Starting Mani Rimdu Festival 2007 (B.L.D)
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| Day 17: |
Continue Festival( Monk Dance) (B.L.D) |
| Day 18: |
Continue Festival( worship and Dances
Continue) (B.L.D) |
| Day 19: |
Tengboche - Monjo (B.L.D) |
| Day 20: |
Manjo - Lukla (B.L.D) |
| Day 21: |
Lukla - Kathmandu By Flight & Transfer
to Hotel rest of the time for shopping
(B) |
| Day 22: |
Final Depature to Airport and Fly back
to Home from Nepal (B) |
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MANI RIMDU FESTIVAL/GOKYO RI/ EVEREST
BASE CAMP TREK OCTOBER- DECEMBER
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Optional
Program 02 |
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Day 01:
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Arrival and transfer to
Hotel |
Day
02: |
Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley with
guided & Trek Preparations. (B) |
| Day 03: |
Flight to Lukla & Trek to Phakding
(2610M) (B.L.D) |
| Day 04: |
Trek Phakding to Namche 3450m. (B.L.D) |
| Day 05: |
Namche acclimatisation/ day hiking
to Museam, Khumjung Village (B.L.D) |
| Day 06: |
Namche to Tengboche (3675M) (B.L.D) |
| Day 07: |
Starting Mani Rimdu Festival 2007 (B.L.D)
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| Day 08: |
Continue Festival( Monk Dance) (B.L.D) |
| Day 09: |
Continue Festival( worship and Dances
Continue) (B.L.D) |
| Day 10:
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Trek Tengboche to Macharmo (4470M)
(B.L.D) |
Day 11:
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Trek Machermo To Gokyo Ri (4790) (B.L.D) |
| Day 12: |
Gokyo valley (day hiking) & Acclimatisation
or Rest day (B.L.D) |
| Day 13: |
Trek Gokyo to Gokyo La and Thaknak
4690m. (B.L.D) |
| Day 14: |
Trek Thaknak to Chola La pass 5250m
- DZongla( 4830M) (B.L.D) |
| Day 15: |
Trek Dzongla to Lobuche (4910m.) (B.L.D) |
| Day 16: |
Trek Lobuche to Gorakshep-Everest Base
Camp(5545m). Back to Lobuche (B.L.D) |
| Day 17: |
Trek to Dingboche (B.L.D) |
| Day 18: |
Tengboche - Monjo (B.L.D) |
| Day 19: |
Manjo - Lukla (B.L.D) |
| Day 20: |
Lukla - Kathmandu By Flight & Transfer
to Hotel rest of the time for shopping
(B) |
| Day 21: |
Depature to Airport and Fly back to
Home (B) |
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For further information, and price
details please write us at: info@skylinetreks.com
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Above
Cost Includes: |
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- Arrival & Depature Transfer in Kathmandu,
Nepal by Car or Private Vehicles
- Kathmandu hotel room with Breakfast (B) basis
- 3 Times Meals on Lodge (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
for Whole Trekking Period as program
- Mountain Lodge/ Guest House on The Trails for
whole Trekking Period as program
- Nepal Government of Tourism Licenced Sherpa Trekking
Guide Service
- Porter Services (one Porter for Two People, weight
must Not be more than 35 KGS)
- Round Trips Air fare for Guests & Guide According
to Itinerary( Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu)
- Insurance for Guide & Porters
- Sagaramatha National Park fees or Trek Permit
- Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) permit fee
- Necessary Ground Transportation before & After
Trek in Kathmandu
- Hot Tea/coffee in Trek
- Domestic Airport Taxes For Trekking in Everest
Region ( Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu)
- A Trekking Map for Group
- Free Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley for Second
day( Only Guide)
- A Assistant Sherpa Guide Above 6 Pax with His
Insurance & Allowances
- Trek Equipments for Porters
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Above
Cost Does not Includes: |
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- International Air Fare &
Depature Airport Taxes ( USD 24 Approx)
- Visa Fee Upon arrival in Kathmandu
Airport per person USD 30 only
- Kathmandu Hotel Lunch and Dinner (L, D)
- Any Alcoholic Drinks (Beer,
Wine, Whisky etc), any Cold Drinks (Coke, Juices),
Mineral
- Waters, Hot & Cold Shower
(where not Available on Trek). Laundry bills, Bar
Bills,
Communication Bills
- Your Travel Insurance, In Case
of Emergency Helicopter rescue, Cost due to Flight
delay,
Cancel and any Situation beyond the Limit of Skyline Treks
& Expedition (P.) Ltd.
- Any Donation or Staff Tips (Tips
are Expected but not Mandatory)
- Other Expenses, which are not
mentioned in Cost Includes.
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