Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon

Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon 2022

29th May 2022

Duration: 19 nights Distance: Marathon

Run the world’s highest marathon from the Everest Base Camp to Namche Bazaar in the well established Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon. The annual event starts at Everest Base Camp at 5364m, and was first held in 2003. The Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon will be held on 29th of May 2022 in tribute to Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay’s first ascent of Mount Everest, via South East Ridge, on May 29 1953.

DETAILS
First held in 2003, as a local event, the Mount Everest Marathon now has an international reputation and welcomes runners each year, from over 20 plus different nations.

Take part in an unforgettable 3 week adventure, with 3 nights in the capital city of Kathmandu, before a 14 day trek to the Everest Base Camp. There you will have a few days to acclimatize to the altitude. Runners will be accompanied by expert local guides, as well as a full support crew including doctors. The event itself includes; official timekeeping, team marshals, regular check points, food and drink stations, and medical and emergency evacuation support. All runners wear electronic wristbands allowing the race organisers to track your progress.

The 2019 Mount Everest Marathon was a great success (2020 & 2021 cancelled) and we are pleased to announce that we can offer travel packages with guaranteed entries for the 2022 edition of the race.

Prices: £2345 per person / £290 single supplement (Kathmandu nights only)

Non runners receive a £100 discount from the main package price.

What’s Included
- Our travel package for the Mount Everest Marathon is a 19 night package with airport transfers provided from Kathmandu airport
- Accommodation in hotels, lodges and camping throughout the trek to Mount Everest base camp.
- An experienced English-speaking leader
- Kathmandu Airport transfers
- Internal flights and all land transport involved in the itinerary
- Guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu
- Meals as detailed in the meal plan – All meals when on trek are included in the price. Breakfast is included in Kathmandu. Lunches and dinner are not included in Kathmandu. You should allow approximately £5 – 10 (or equivalent in US dollars, Euros etc) per meal for 3 dinners and 2 or 3 lunches.
- “FREE sleeping bag and down jacket hire is available and included in your holiday package price on a request basis only – If required please request at least 4 weeks prior to departure.” Please note all hire / rental equipment is issued in Kathmandu. Please remember to allow room in your trek bag for these items.
What’s Not Included
- Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Nepalese Visa
- Some meals as detailed in the meal plan
- Tips for porters and other trek staff
- Miscellaneous expenses – drinks and souvenirs etc
- Sports Travel Essentials. Please click here to view our page.
Bookings are on a request basis and take approx 48 working hours to confirm. Please do not book any flights until we confirm your booking.

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Mount Everest Marathon : Event Details

The downhill route leads through rough tracks and trails, travelling through the homeland of the Sherpa people. There is a 500 metre ascent from Phunki Tenga to Junde before ascending into Namche bazaar. Although mostly downhill, there are many rocky and exposed sections of trail, with snow and ice at the highest level.
ITINERARY

How to get there

AIRPORT

Kathmandu airport to just under 5km away from the city center.

CAR

The easiest way is to take a taxi from the airport which is 20 – 30 minutes traffic pending. When you exit the airport, you will see a lot of taxi outside waiting, or you can also pre-book inside the airport.

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15th May 2022 - Arrival Day, Day 1

Bookings are on a request basis and take approx 48 working hours to confirm. Please do not book any flights until we confirm your booking.

Mount Everest Marathon Itinerary (Provisional and subject to Change)

Day 1: Meet at the group hotel in Kathmandu. Complimentary airport transfers are provided.

16th May 2022 - 26th May 2022, days 2 to 12

Day 2: An early start for the flight to the mountain airfield at Lukla. From here, it is just a short and easy walk, largely downhill, to the first lodge at Phakding (2610m) beside the Dudh Kosi River. Meals BLD.

Day 3: After a leisurely breakfast, you will make an easy hike, mostly downhill to your first lodge. 3 hours. BLD.

Day 4: You pass the entrance to the Khumbu National Park before dropping down to the river. You cross and re-cross the river before making a final steep climb to the lodge in the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar (3400m).

Distance – Approximately 11 kms walking, with 1150 metres of ascent and 300 metres of descent. 5-6 hours with stops. Meals BLD.

Day 5: A rest day at Namche for acclimatisation. Options for acclimatisation walks to a viewpoint for Everest and spectacular views of Ama Dablam, Nuptse and Lhotse. You will spend a second night at the lodge in Namche.

Distance – Acclimatisation walk approx 7 kms, with 400 metres of ascent and descent. 2 hours. Meals BLD.

Day 6: Today, you hike up out of Namche to one of the Sherpa villages that is situated to the north. Overnight in Kumjung at an elevation of 3790 metres, with views of Everest and Ama Dablam.

Distance – Approximately 4 kms walking, with 450 metres of ascent and 130 metres of descent. 2 hours with stops. Meals BLD

Day 7: The trail now follows the Imja Khola (river) to reach Thyangboche and its monastery, which is located on a ridge below the impressive north ridge of Kang Taiga. You then drop down to overnight at Deboche at 3700 metres.

Distance – Approximately 8 kms walking, with 650 metres of ascent 700 metres of descent. 4-5 hours with stops. Meals BLD

Day 8: You trek via the last permanent habitation in the Khumbu at Pangboche to the seasonal settlement of Dingboche (4350m) at the entrance to the Khumbu Valley.

Distance – Approximately 10 kms walking, with 900 metres of ascent and 300 metres of descent. 4-5 hours with stops. Meals BLD

Day 9: A rest day at Dingboche, with plenty of opportunities for acclimatisation hikes or easy training runs into the upper Imja Valley.

Distance – Potential acclimatisation walk 9 kms, with 400 metres of ascent and descent. 3 hours with stops. Meals BLD

Day 10: Continuing on the main trail you trek via Dugla and then beside the Khumbu Glacier to the lodge at Lobuche (4910m).

Distance – Approximately 9 kms walking, with 650 metres of ascent and 60 metres of descent. 4 hours with stops. Meals BLD

Day 11: You walk beside the Khumbu Glacier and cross a tributary dry glacier to reach the yak pastures at Gorak Shep (5140m).

Distance – Approximately 5 kms walking, with 280 metres of ascent and 40 metres of descent. 2 hours with stops. Meals BLD

Day 12: The lodge is close to the foot of Kala Patar (5500m) and you make an early morning ascent of this classic Everest viewpoint, then spend the afternoon at rest.

Distance – Acclimatisation walk approximately 4 kms, with 500 metres of ascent and descent. 2 hours with stops. Meals BLD

27th May 2022 - 28 May 2022, days 13 & 14

Day 13: Today, you trek up to Everest Base Camp, crossing moraine and hiking alongside and then on the Khumbu Glacier. You set up our own basecamp close to the camps of the various climbing expeditions on the mountain.

Distance – Approximately 4 kms walking, with 150 metres of ascent and 50 metres of descent. 2 hours with stops. Meals BLD

Day 14: A day at Everest Base Camp for rest and final preparation for the race. You spend your second and final night under canvas. Meals BLD

29th May 2022 - Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon 2022, day 15

Day 15: Race day

The Mount Everest Marathon will start at 7 am to allow the slowest participants to complete the route in daylight. There will be full marshalling, drinks stations and medical back-up and supervision. Overnight in a lodge at Namche Bazaar.

Distance – Approximate race stats: 42 kms, with 1000 metres of ascent and 2600 metres of descent. Meals BLD

30th May 2022 - 3rd June 2022, days 16 to 20

Day 16: Rest in the morning, then make the easy trek down valley to Monjo. Meals BLD

Day 17: Mostly downhill today following the fall of the Dudh Kosi river, but there’s a sting in the tail as you make the final short climb to Lukla. Meals BLD

Day 18: Taking a morning flight to Kathmandu, you will check in at the group hotel and have plenty of time after lunch for further sightseeing or shopping. Meals BLD

Day 19: A half day city tour is provided today in Kathmandu. Time for sightseeing and souvenir buying in the colourful market streets of the Nepalese capital. In the evening you will attend the Everest Marathon celebration party! Meals B.

Day 20: Complimentary airport transfers are provided after breakfast. Depart Kathmandu. Meals B

Extension packages and extra nights available on a request basis.
HOTELS & PRICING
Mount Everest Marathon: Various hotels

Accommodation 3 nights in Kathmandu at a centrally-located tourist-class hotel, on trek there are 14 nights staying in standard lodges, 2 nights camping. The Nepalese trekking...

If you have any questions regarding our hotel options for this trip, please give our office a call on 0161 703 8161. Bookings are on a request basis and take approx 48 working hours to confirm. Please do not book any flights until we confirm your booking.

Prices: £2345 per person / £290 single supplement (Kathmandu nights only)

£100 non runner reduction.

What’s Included
- Our travel package for the Mount Everest Marathon is a 19 night package with airport transfers provided from Kathmandu airport
- Accommodation in hotels, lodges and camping throughout the trek to Mount Everest base camp.
- An experienced English-speaking leader
- Kathmandu Airport transfers
- Internal flights and all land transport involved in the itinerary
- Guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu
- Meals as detailed in the meal plan – All meals when on trek are included in the price. Breakfast is included in Kathmandu. Lunches and dinner are not included in Kathmandu. You should allow approximately £5 – 10 (or equivalent in US dollars, Euros etc) per meal for 3 dinners and 2 or 3 lunches.
What’s Not Included
- Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Nepalese Visa
- Some meals as detailed in the meal plan
- Tips for porters and other trek staff
- Miscellaneous expenses – drinks and souvenirs etc
Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon Hotels

Mount Everest Marathon: Various hotels

Accommodation

3 nights in Kathmandu at a centrally-located tourist-class hotel, on trek there are 14 nights staying in standard lodges, 2 nights camping.

The Nepalese trekking lodges also known as ‘tea-houses’ are simple, friendly and atmospheric.

They are far from the nearest road and everything must be carried up by porters or animals. Mostly these lodges have heated dining areas which are often attractively decorated.

Accommodation is basic in unheated rooms with wooden beds and foam mattress.
IMPORTANT INFO

Is this marathon for you?

The Mount Everest Marathon is suitable for runners who train and race under cross country, trail and fell mountain conditions. Friends and family are welcome to join you on the trek.

With adequate acclimatisation days enroute at Namche Bazaar, Dingboche and Everest base camp itself, the route followed is relatively easy, following good paths and yak trails throughout with the final stretch to the Mount Everest Base Camp following trials though moraine rubble and boulders.

Khumbu is Nepal’s most popular trekking destination but it should be noted that trekking at altitudes above 3000 metres makes greater demands on your body.

How to book

At time of booking we require a non-refundable deposit of £550 per person, which is non-returnable once booked. The balance of your travel package must be paid, at the latest 12 weeks before departure to avoid the cancellation of your trip.

Visa Information

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) issues travel advice on destinations, which includes information on passports, visas, health, safety and security and more. For all information relating to Nepal, please click HERE.

All nationalities need a valid passport and a current Nepalese Visa for entry into Nepal. The easiest way to get your Nepal visa is on arrival at Kathmandu Airport. Visa fees must be paid in cash. The most convenient currency to purchase Nepalese visas is US dollars, but GB pounds and Euros are also accepted. The charges for the visa depend on your length of stay (please see fee information below). Two passport photos are also needed. Photographs can be obtained at the airport but this may be time-consuming.

Nepal visa fees (Multiple Entry). 15 days: US$25, 30 days: US$40, 90 days: US$100

Note that visa fees can change without warning and we advise that you bring extra cash as a contingency.

Note that the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) has instituted a levy of 1,000 Nepalese rupees (approximately US$11) on all passengers departing Kathmandu International Airport from 17th July 2014. This levy is being called an Airport Development Fee (ADF). Unlike standard airport tax, this new fee is not included in the price of your air ticket. Please ensure that you have 1000 Nepal rupees available to pay this fee when you leave Kathmandu.

Please note that if you are travelling to Nepal via Delhi you may also require a visa for India. This may apply even if you are not leaving the airport unless your baggage has been checked all the way through to your destination. Generally, if you use the same carrier for both legs of your journey (into Delhi and from Delhi to Kathmandu), you will not need an India Visa. Please note that the responsibility for ensuring you have the necessary visas, travel permits etc, for your chosen route of travel to the joining point, lies entirely with you. We are always happy to give advice on these requirements if you contact us.

Important Notes:

For all regions of Nepal you are now required to have a permit to trek / bike. To apply for this we must have your full passport details before your departure. We recommend you also take 4 passport photographs with you to Nepal.

We require additional items for following trips:

Annapurna trips (ANS, ASL, ACL, APL, AEL, ANL, ANC, UAT), Makalu (MAK), Dhaulagiri via the French Pass (DLG), and Royal Trek and Chitwan (RTC).

1 passport photograph to be sent to Sports Tours International office at least 4 weeks prior to departure.

Kanchenjunga (KAN), Mustang (MUS), Dolpo (DOL), Manaslu (MAN), Hidden Valleys of Naar and Phu (NAP), Naar to Mustang (NTM), Humla and Limi Circuit Trek (HUM), Naya Kanga and the Ganja La (NKG), Yala Peak and the Ganja La (YPGL), Tent Peak (TPK), Ramdung and Parchemo (RAM), Mera Peak, Island Peak and the Amphu Labsta (MIP), Island Peak Climber (IPC), Peaks and Passes on Nepal (MTR); Mera Peak Climb (MER); and Chulu Far East & the Tilicho La (CTL); Tabsar Peak and the Tsum Valley (TVC).

1 passport photograph plus 1 copy of the information page of your passport to be sent to the Sports Tours International office at least 4 weeks prior to departure.

Foreign Office Advice

3.12.15 – The Foreign Office have advised against non essential travel to Nepal. For further advice please visit the FCO website HEREhttps://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/nepal

Most visits to Nepal are trouble-free.

Popular trekking regions in Nepal, like Langtang and Everest base camp, aren’t experiencing bad weather conditions at present. But weather conditions can always change quickly. You should check conditions with local authorities, or reputable guides and trekking agencies. The Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal (TAAN) is provides live updates. Online weather forecasts are available on the website of the government of Nepal Department Of Hydrology and Meteorology.

Terrorism

There is a general threat from terrorism. Attacks can be indiscriminate, including in places frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers. There continue to be isolated incidents. Be vigilant in public places and take local advice.

Health

Contact your GP around 8 weeks before your trip to check whether you need any vaccinations or other preventive measures.

Medical treatment is expensive at western travellers’ clinics in Nepal. Healthcare is poor in most places outside the Kathmandu Valley and Pokhara. It may be difficult to get rapid helicopter evacuation if you fall ill or suffer a serious accident in a remote area of the country. Make sure you have adequate travel health insurance and accessible funds to cover the cost of any medical treatment abroad, repatriation and evacuation by helicopter (presently costing between £1,000 and £2,000 per flying hour).

There have been confirmed cases of cholera in Kathmandu, Nepalganj city in western Nepal and in Doti, Bajhang and Gorkha districts.

Safety and security

Pick-pocketing and bag-snatching are common, particularly in airports and on buses. Hotel rooms can also be targeted by criminals. Take particular care in the areas of Thamel, Sanepa and Kupondol in Kathmandu Assaults and robberies often occur in the evening in poorly lit areas. Take care when walking around at night. Avoid walking on your own and don’t carry large sums of cash. Keep valuables in a hotel safe if possible.

For further and up to date information please visit the Foreign Office Website: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/nepal
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How to get there

AIRPORT

Kathmandu airport to just under 5km away from the city center.

CAR

The easiest way is to take a taxi from the airport which is 20 – 30 minutes traffic pending. When you exit the airport, you will see a lot of taxi outside waiting, or you can also pre-book inside the airport.

15th May 2022 - Arrival Day, Day 1

Bookings are on a request basis and take approx 48 working hours to confirm. Please do not book any flights until we confirm your booking.

Mount Everest Marathon Itinerary (Provisional and subject to Change)

Day 1: Meet at the group hotel in Kathmandu. Complimentary airport transfers are provided.

16th May 2022 - 26th May 2022, days 2 to 12

Day 2: An early start for the flight to the mountain airfield at Lukla. From here, it is just a short and easy walk, largely downhill, to the first lodge at Phakding (2610m) beside the Dudh Kosi River. Meals BLD.

Day 3: After a leisurely breakfast, you will make an easy hike, mostly downhill to your first lodge. 3 hours. BLD.

Day 4: You pass the entrance to the Khumbu National Park before dropping down to the river. You cross and re-cross the river before making a final steep climb to the lodge in the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar (3400m).

Distance – Approximately 11 kms walking, with 1150 metres of ascent and 300 metres of descent. 5-6 hours with stops. Meals BLD.

Day 5: A rest day at Namche for acclimatisation. Options for acclimatisation walks to a viewpoint for Everest and spectacular views of Ama Dablam, Nuptse and Lhotse. You will spend a second night at the lodge in Namche.

Distance – Acclimatisation walk approx 7 kms, with 400 metres of ascent and descent. 2 hours. Meals BLD.

Day 6: Today, you hike up out of Namche to one of the Sherpa villages that is situated to the north. Overnight in Kumjung at an elevation of 3790 metres, with views of Everest and Ama Dablam.

Distance – Approximately 4 kms walking, with 450 metres of ascent and 130 metres of descent. 2 hours with stops. Meals BLD

Day 7: The trail now follows the Imja Khola (river) to reach Thyangboche and its monastery, which is located on a ridge below the impressive north ridge of Kang Taiga. You then drop down to overnight at Deboche at 3700 metres.

Distance – Approximately 8 kms walking, with 650 metres of ascent 700 metres of descent. 4-5 hours with stops. Meals BLD

Day 8: You trek via the last permanent habitation in the Khumbu at Pangboche to the seasonal settlement of Dingboche (4350m) at the entrance to the Khumbu Valley.

Distance – Approximately 10 kms walking, with 900 metres of ascent and 300 metres of descent. 4-5 hours with stops. Meals BLD

Day 9: A rest day at Dingboche, with plenty of opportunities for acclimatisation hikes or easy training runs into the upper Imja Valley.

Distance – Potential acclimatisation walk 9 kms, with 400 metres of ascent and descent. 3 hours with stops. Meals BLD

Day 10: Continuing on the main trail you trek via Dugla and then beside the Khumbu Glacier to the lodge at Lobuche (4910m).

Distance – Approximately 9 kms walking, with 650 metres of ascent and 60 metres of descent. 4 hours with stops. Meals BLD

Day 11: You walk beside the Khumbu Glacier and cross a tributary dry glacier to reach the yak pastures at Gorak Shep (5140m).

Distance – Approximately 5 kms walking, with 280 metres of ascent and 40 metres of descent. 2 hours with stops. Meals BLD

Day 12: The lodge is close to the foot of Kala Patar (5500m) and you make an early morning ascent of this classic Everest viewpoint, then spend the afternoon at rest.

Distance – Acclimatisation walk approximately 4 kms, with 500 metres of ascent and descent. 2 hours with stops. Meals BLD

27th May 2022 - 28 May 2022, days 13 & 14

Day 13: Today, you trek up to Everest Base Camp, crossing moraine and hiking alongside and then on the Khumbu Glacier. You set up our own basecamp close to the camps of the various climbing expeditions on the mountain.

Distance – Approximately 4 kms walking, with 150 metres of ascent and 50 metres of descent. 2 hours with stops. Meals BLD

Day 14: A day at Everest Base Camp for rest and final preparation for the race. You spend your second and final night under canvas. Meals BLD

29th May 2022 - Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon 2022, day 15

Day 15: Race day

The Mount Everest Marathon will start at 7 am to allow the slowest participants to complete the route in daylight. There will be full marshalling, drinks stations and medical back-up and supervision. Overnight in a lodge at Namche Bazaar.

Distance – Approximate race stats: 42 kms, with 1000 metres of ascent and 2600 metres of descent. Meals BLD

30th May 2022 - 3rd June 2022, days 16 to 20

Day 16: Rest in the morning, then make the easy trek down valley to Monjo. Meals BLD

Day 17: Mostly downhill today following the fall of the Dudh Kosi river, but there’s a sting in the tail as you make the final short climb to Lukla. Meals BLD

Day 18: Taking a morning flight to Kathmandu, you will check in at the group hotel and have plenty of time after lunch for further sightseeing or shopping. Meals BLD

Day 19: A half day city tour is provided today in Kathmandu. Time for sightseeing and souvenir buying in the colourful market streets of the Nepalese capital. In the evening you will attend the Everest Marathon celebration party! Meals B.

Day 20: Complimentary airport transfers are provided after breakfast. Depart Kathmandu. Meals B

Extension packages and extra nights available on a request basis.

Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon