Trekking in the Everest region is a life time dream of many people. To stand at the foot of the world’s tallest mountain is high up on the list of many people’s desires. This trek is the perfect chance to take in this majestic mountain and the splendid beauty of the region’s scenery. This trek winds, climbs and descends its way through lush low land and alpine forest, Buddhist monasteries and authentic Sherpa Villages. This trek provides you the opportunity to explore the lifestyle of the Himalayan people, their religion, customs and traditions. Alluring birds like the golden eagle, snow pigeon, red-billed and yellow-billed choughs and flowers like rhododendron, magnolias, blue pine, chir pine, juniper and hemlock make the trekking a delight for nature lovers. What better way to take in this region than by begin at the bottom and reaching the heights of base camp by your own two feet. This certainly offers the achievement of a life time.
Facts of the Trek
Grade: Moderate to Strenuous
Per day walking: 5-6 hours
Best seasons: February, March, April, May, October, November
Maximum height: 5545m
Duration: 23 days
Start: Jiri
Finish: Lukla
Trekking Highlights
• Views of mount Everest
• Year round Extensive flora and fauna.
• Unique hill cultures to explore.
• Monastery in Tengboche
• Numerous trekking peaks to climb
• Connecting treks to remote areas.
• Visit to the Hillary School
Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu
Day 02: Kathmandu City Tour
Day 03: Kathmandu to Jiri (2100m)
Day 04: Jiri to Bhandar (2150m)
Day 05: Bhandar to Sete (2575m)
Day 06: Sete to Junbesi (2675m)
Day 07: Junbesi to Nuntala (2250m)
Day 08: Nuntala to Bupse (2300m)
Day 09: Bupse to Chabblung
Day 10: Chabblung to Namche Bazaar (3420m)
Day 11: Acclimatization day in Namche
Day 12: Namche to Tengboche (3850m)
Day 13: Tengboche to Pheriche (4240m) /Dingboche (4350m)
Day 14: Pheriche/Dingboche to Lobuche (4930m)
Day 15: Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5160m)
Day 16: Site trip to Kalapattar and Everest Base Camp
Day 17: Gorekshep to Pheriche
Day 18: Pheriche to Tengboche
Day 19: Tengboche to Namche
Day 20: Namche to Lukla
Day 21: Lukla to Kathmandu
Day 22: Leisure day in Kathmandu
Day 23: Transfer to Airport for your onward destination.
Cost Includes:
• Transportation to and from Kathmandu by air or road, as per itinerary.
• 3 meals per day during the trek (breakfast, lunch & dinner) including the coffee and tea.
• Accommodation in tea houses or in tents as per itinerary during the trek.
• Accommodation including breakfast at 3 star hotels in Kathmandu.
• Highly experienced Government licensed guide and necessary porters during the trek.
• Government / Local taxes, Tourist service charge, guide / porter insurance and salary, general equipment, national park and conservation area fees.
• Three Queen City Tour with an Experienced Tour Guide (Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Lalitpur) depends on your time frame.
• Trekking Registration Certificate (TRC).
Cost Exclude:
• International airfares
• International Airport Departure Tax.
• Trekking Equipment
• Major meals, Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu
• Any type of personal expenses, such as alcoholic beverages and drinks, phone and laundry.
• Nepal entry visa fee US$ 30 (duration 60 days from date of issue) - you may easily obtain the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport - Kathmandu.
• Rescue & travel insurance, trip cancellation costs, accident or health emergency, evacuation, loss, theft or damage to baggage and personal effects. We strongly advise you to take out personal travel insurance.
• Tips & Gratuities
(The trip price will vary depending on the group size, duration and services required. Please contact us via our website with your details to obtain a quote.)
