Experience the vastness of Mount Everest on this 15-day trek. Walk through ice-capped mountains for a thrilling challenge and a unique experience.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 7 days in advance for a full refund
- Duration 15 days
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English
- Pickup included
- Kathmandu International Airport
Experience
Highlights
- Explore Kathmandu with an expert guide
- Visit the Tyangboche Monastery
- Climb the world's highest mountain
- Discover the Sherpa culture in the Solukhumbu Region
- Enjoy panormamic views from the world's highest view point
Full description
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport
Upon arrival at the airport, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu before receiving all the necessary information about the trek from your guide.
Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
See the sights of Kathmandu with your expert guide in a private car.
Day 3: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
After your flight to Lukla, enjoy an easy trek to the upper region of Phakding where you will spend the night. Over the next few days, you will get the chance to explore the Sagarmatha National Park, a World Heritage Site, getting a closer look at world famous Buddist monasteries and meeting friendly Sherpa people.
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazar
Following the Dudh Koshi valley, climb up to Namche Bazaar, the ideal resting spot for tourists and local Sherpas alike. Enjoy panoramic views of the Everest Region with its rhododendron forests and snow-capped peaks.
Day 5: Rest day in Namche Bazar to acclimatize
Day 6: Trek to Tengboche
From Namche Bazaar, trek through high altitudes and chilly weather. After two hours of climbing, you will reach Tyangboche Monastery which is located at an altitude of 3,867 meters and resides on top of a ridge. Here you can enjoy delightful views of Sagarmatha.
Day 7: Trek to Dingboche
From Tengboche, continue towards your destination passing through the villages of Imja Khola, Pangboche and Pheriche, before reaching Khumbu glacier after a few hours of trekking. Get an insight into the local way of life of the Sherpa villagers and their cultures as you pass through their hometowns.
Day 8: Day trip to Chhukung Valley and back to Dingboche
Enjoy a day trip to Chukung Valley, which has been described as one of the world's best hikes, before traveling back to Dingboche to spend the night.
Day 9: Trek to Lobuche
Today, trek to Lobuche where you can rest for some time and admire the exquisite design of nature.
Day 10: Hike from Lobuche to Gorakshep
From Lobuche, head towards Gorakshep, a small settlement on the shores of a frozen lake, your departure point towards Everest Base Camp, and resting place for the night after completing your Everest hike.
Day 11: Early morning hike to Kalapathar and Pheriche
Rise early to make the most of the fantastic views from Kalapathar before heading back to Pheriche.
Day 12: Trek back to Namche Bazaar
Begin your descent down the mountain, stopping again at Namche Bazaar to acclimatize.
Day 13: Trek back to Lukla
Day 14: Flight back to Kathmandu
Rest for the night in a hotel in Kathmandu to recover after your fortnight of hiking before beginning your journey home the following day.
Day 15: Transfer to International Airport for your final departure
Includes
- Airport/hotel pick-up and drop-off in a private car
- Standard accommodation at hotel in Kathmandu for 3 nights
- Guided city tour in Kathmandu in a private car
- Best available guesthouses accommodation during the trek
- Expert licensed holder English speaking sherpa guide
- Porters to carry your luggage during the trek (shared with two people)
- Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, and medicine for all staff
- Everest National Park permits
- TIMS (trekking permits)
- Down-filled jacket and sleeping bag if needed
- Airfare from Kathmandu – Lukla - Kathmandu including airport departure tax in Kathmandu and Lukla airport
- All government taxes
- Your travel insurance and entrance fees in the city
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trek
- Alcoholic, cold and hot drinks,
- Laundry
- Tips for trekking staff and driver
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses