Everest Trek, Everest Base Camp Trek

Trek: Strenuous / Season: Spring/Autumn

Starting Alt: 2840m / Max Alt: 5560m

A trek which takes you into the heart of the mountains and the culture Mount Everest of the Everest region to the foot of the great peak itself. Commencing in Lukla (Airstrip for Everest) you trek up to the Namache bazaar-Sherpa capital. A day is spent here for acclimatization and just soaking up the atmosphere of this bustling village before heading on up through Thyangboche (Visiting the great Monastery) Pheriche, Lobuche village and finally to your highest camp at gorak Shep.

This is the jump-climb up to kala Pattar (5545m) for spectacular views of Mt. Everest, and the walk in to Everest base Camp. This really is breathtaking mountain scenery and is well worth the effort of getting there. It is relatively short trek, which will have you standing literally at the foot of the world’s greatest peak.

Route o1: Jiri > Lukla > Namche > Kala Pattar > Everest BC > Lukla > Kathmandu

At the start of Jiri (1900m) this itineraries which leads you to the famous base camp of the Everest has the advantage of making you discover as a preliminary Solu Khumb, before projecting you in an extra ordinary mineral world. Trekking of average difficulty for entrains walkers, 16 days of walk

Day 01/04 Jiri to Junbesi (2675m) One crossed the rivers khimti Khola and Likhu Khola. De Khimti Khola gone up to the collar deurali (2700m), one is now in Sherpa country in the area of Solu. De rather difficult Kinja one day or it will be necessary to climb the collar of Lamjura La (3800m) Descent towards Junbesi.

Day 05/09 junbesi / Namche (3446m). Gone up towards the beautiful village of Ringmu, then with the collar of Traksindo to (3071m). Now one penetrates in the valley Dudha Kosi which takes its source in the solid mass of the everst. Increase of Dudh Koshi to the village of Jorsal(The entry of the National park of the Mt, Everest)

Day 10 Day acclimatization in Namche, the capital of the Sherpa country.

Day 11/13 Namche / Lobuche (4930m) Gone up towards Khumjung (3790m) possibility of visiting this very old village situated at the foot of Khumbila, crowned montains which givesits name to the area of Khumbu. Pheriche the last village located at the foot of the terminal moraine of the glacier of Khumbu.

Day 14 rise in Kala pattar (4930m) Seen fantastic on the Everest with ice fall , Nuptse and Lhotse. Return to Lobuche.

Day 15 /18 Lobuche / walk down towards Lukla

Day 19 Lukla / Kathmandu by flight.

Route 02: Everest Base Camp > Lukla to Lukla

This is a "Tea house Trek" escorted by a trek guide. We fly both ways to Lukla to and back. We trek from Lukla via Namche through to Khumjung Tengboche Mount Everest Trekking monastery, the seat of Sherpa Calture . Amadablam, Thamserku and Tangboche, Kangtega tower over you with Everest, Nuptse and Lhotse to the North.

Day 1:fly Lukla and trek Pakding. We will fly early to the village of Lukla at 9,200 feet. Here we hire porters and trek a short distance to Pakding on the Dudh Kosi river.

Day 2: Pakding to Namche Bazaar(11,300 feet). We enter the park at Jorsale, cross the Bhote Kosi river and then climb steeply to Namche Bazaar. Namche is the main trading center for the Khumbu.

Day 3: Khumjung (12,400 feet) and Khunde. To help with our acclimatization, we will spend a second night in Namche. During our second day here we will go to the Sagarmatha National park where we get our first views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam. After lunch we hike up to Kumjung to see the famous "Yeti" skull and the gompa then to Khunde to see the Hillary Hospital.

Day 4: Namche Bazaar to Thangboche (12,670 feet). An enjoyable walk down to the river at Phunki Thanhka to lunch next to water driven prayer wheels. A steep but short climb takes us to Tengboche Monastery through forests of blue pine, fir and black juniper.

Day 5: Thangboche to Periche(13,780 feet). After an early breakfast, we tour the largest and most important monastery in the region, Thangboche. Following the Imja Khola we go through Pangboche and over a short hill to the small village of Periche.

Day 6: Point 16,571 feet. Dingboche. we spend an an acclimatization day by climbing a spectacular point of rock above Dingboche. For most people, this will be the highest they have been up to this point. There are up close views of Taweche and Ama Dablam. In the distance one can see Island Peak and Makalu, one of the fourteen 8,000 meter peaks on earth of which Everest and Lhotse are members.

Day 7: Periche to Lobuje (16,175 feet) After a short walk we'll climb the moraine of the mighty Khumbu Glacier.

Day 8: Lobuje to Everest Base Camp (17,192 feet) We will get an early start for our trek to Base camp. after about two hours we reach Gorak Shep. Another hour or hiking will take us to base camp. From here the view is one of the most spectacular anywhere in the World. You will be surrounded by the highest mountains in the World. Mt. Pumori with its steep ice walls and hanging glaciers seem so close that you could touch them.

Day 9: Lobuje to Pangboche. After a leisurely morning we will hike to Pangboche.

Day 10: Pangboche to Namche. After viewing the gompa we will hike through Phortse to Namche.

Day 11: Namche to Pakdingma.

Day 12: Pakdingma to Lukla. Last night of the trek in a bustling town and a celebration dinner.

Day 13: Fly to Kathmandu. Early morning flight and one of the most interesting flights you'll ever experience.

Route 03: Lukla > Gokyo > Gokyo Ri > Everest BC > Lukla > kathmandu

This is high altitude trek recommended for the very fit with previous experience of high altitude trekking. The trekker will be highly rewarded for his/her efforts with spectacular views of Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyu , Ama Dablam and other great peaks. Leaving Kathmandu to Lukla by flight and climb again to Phakding. Crossing the Dudh Kosi river four times, a steep ascent to Namche bazaar is made. From here the trail passes through many Sherpa settlement with tremendous scenery. As we climb towards Gokyo we have superb views down the valley to Kangtega and up towards Cho Oyu. The views at Gokyo are spectacular with the best being obtained after a short climb above the lake. On the way down we follow the valley's eastern side to Phortse offering more spectacular scenery. From here the trail descends to namche and then to Lukla, from where we fly back to kathmandu. Mount Everest

Day 01: Fly to Lukla (2800 m.). Take an easy walk to Phakding.

Day 02: Walk through the busy trail and view the tantalizing glimpses of Kusum Kangru (6,369 m) Everest (8,848 m.) and Nuptse (7,879 m ). Arrive at Namche Bazar ( 3,444 m ).

Day 03: Rest and acclimatization at Namche Bazaar. A pleasant day can be spent exploring the village, talking to the Sherpas and marveling at the incredible scenery.

Day 04: The trek climbs the hill to Khumjung and descends to the valley of Dudhkoshi and arrives at Phortse Thanga (3,500m)

Day 05: This will be another short day trek to aid acclimatization to the altitude. The trail climbs steeply out of valley through rhododendron forest and juniper and large conifers appear as the elevation increases making the trekking beautiful in Spring. The trail passes through kharkas and summer settlements to Dole (4,200m). The views of Khumbi La and Tawache are magnificent throughout the day.

Day 06: Today the trek is through steep climbs in most of the places and through kharkas where there are flat spots to reach Machhermo (4,410m).

Day 07: The trail climbs a ridge for an excellent view both down the valley to Kengtega and up towards Cho Oyu and descend to a river and again climbs steep to the terminal moraine of the Ngozumpz glacier. a few lakes appear on the trail and finally reaches to Gokyo (4,750m) which is a collection of stone houses and walled pastures on the shores of large lake. The mountain views in the Gokyo region is spectacular. A two hour climbing on Gokyo Ri (5350m), the small peak above the lake provides a panoramic views of Cho Oyu, Gyachung Kang, Lhotse, Makalu, cholatse and Tawache.

Day 08: The trek descends to Na (4,400m) following the eastern side of the valley to Konar.

Alternative route via Cho La Pass (5,420m)

The trek through Cho La Pass requires some mountaineering experience and well equipped. The pass is not difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier crossing. An ice axe, crampons and a rope are often necessary for crossing a small icefall at foot of the glacier on the other side of the Pass, although in ideal conditions, there are no technical problems and there is a trail in the rocks besides the icefall.

Gokyo - Chhugyuma via Cho La - Dzongla - Pheriche

Day 09 : The trek makes a few ups and downs where the landslide and streams have carved side valleys and arrives Phortse.

Day 10: From Phortse, the trail leads from a village Gompa up a steep, exposed trail with specatcular views to upper Pangboche where it joins the trail to the Everest region and arrives at Dingboche (4,360 m ),which is a yak herders village.

Day 11: Rest and acclimatization at Dingboche. A 2-hour walk from here to the huts at Chukung (4,700 m) will take to the glaciers flowing off Nuptse and Lhotse.

Day 12: Walk up a small ridge and then contour round the base of the Khumbu Glacier. From here, take a short steep climb to the terminal moraine of the glacier from where the views are stunning. Arrive at Lobuje (4,930 m ).
Day 13: Walk up to Gorakhshep (5,288 m ) and take a climb to Kalapathar (5,545 m ). The view from the top of Kalapathar surpasses anything one can imagine. Huge glacier ice flows all around. The mountains of Pumori (7,145 m ), Lingtren (6, 697 m ) and Khumbutse (6,623 m ) stand close to Tibet. Capture the most beautiful view of Sagarmatha, the roof of the world. Return to Lobuche.

Day 14: Retrace path to Pheriche (4,260 m ). Take the lower trail to Pangboche and Thyngboche.

Day 15: Descend to Imja Khola and climb to Khumjung (3,779 m ).

Day 16: Descend and walk through Namche Bazaar passing under the towering Kwongde Ridge (6,186 m) and follow Dudh Kosi to Phakding.

Day 17: Walk to Lukla and wrap up the trek programme.

Day 18: Fly back to Kathmandu.

Gokyo Valley Trek

The trip up the Dudh Koshi river to Gokya is laced with lakes and breath taking scenery. It is also an alternate trek to the traditional Everest Base camp one. With the huge glacier of Ngozumpa giving a powerful setting, Everest (8848m) and other peaks such as Cho Oyu (8153m), Lhotse (8511m) and Makalu (8463m) become transformed from here. The view from here is probably better than from the Base Camp.

Day 01: Kathmandu-Lukla-Phakding 2610m (flight 45 minutes / 3 hrs trek)
Fly to Lukla, the trail descends, gradually passing above the large village of Chaunrikaka (2680m) and on through small villages, fields and forests following a wide well constructed path. After Kusum Drargka, a large stream, the trail crosses the Dudh Kosi river at Phakding. The total walking time between Lukla and Phakding is 3 hours. (Our entire trip to Everest area in Sagarmatha National Park has been planned is such a way so as to minimize the risk of ‘High altitude sickness’. Please do not rush and if you feel uneasy about the altitude do not hesitate to tell your trek guide. In the first two days you are likely to feel a little uneasy due to the altitude). Overnight at Phakding.

Day 02: Phakding-Namche Bazaar 3440m (6 ½ hours trek)
From Phakding the trail follows the western bank of Dudh Kosi passing through forests of Blue Pine until it reaches the village of Benkar(2700m). From here the trail crosses to the eastern bank of the Dudh Kosi, and climbs gently to the village of Chumoa. Between here and the next village of Monjo (2800m) the trail drops steeply to cross Monjo Khola. From Monjo the trail crosses a small rock saddle and then descends abruptly to re-cross the Dudh Kosi at Jorsale (2804m). Beyond Jorsale the trail undulates up until the confluence with Bhote Kosi is reached. From here the Khumbu region begins. Above the bridge the trail zigzags up 300m of the steep spur between the two rivers through sparse forest. From the top of the spur, Mt. Everest can be seen rising above Nuptse-Lhotse wall. The next section of the trail climbs less steeply, traversing above the Bhote Kosi until Namche Bazaar is reached. Namcha Bazaar is a market town, where every Saturday morning traders from lower altitude sell goods to sherpas. Most of the trading is over by mid-day and the traders return to their villages. The total walking time is 6 ½ hours. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 03: Namche Bazaar (Acclimatization Day)
Acclimatization is important so today we will spend the day free. We can explore Namche Bazaar. We can also visit the Mendelphu hill from where we can have an excellent view of Sagarmatha. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 04: Namche Bazaar-Phortse 3840m ( 6 hours trek )
From Namche we will start ascending to cross a ridge and climb a flank to reach Phunki. We continue climbing to reach Mon La, from where we descend to reach Dudh Kosi river. We spend overnight on the left side of the river. Overnight at Lodge.

Day 05: Phortse- Machhermo 4410m ( 6 hours trek )
Continue climbing along a steep rhododendron forest slope to pass several summer settlements (Kharkas) and onto Tongba. From here the forest end and the gradual gradient of the upper Himalaya is experienced. We pass Gyele and Dole with its meadows. After a short climb, we travel a level path to finally reach Machhermo. Overnight at lodge.

Day 06: Machhermo-Gokyo 4750m (5 ½ hours trek)
We continue along the trail that climbs along the valley to Machhermo (4410m). We then climb a ridge that opens up as we pass through Pangka. Finally we descend to the riverbank before climbing onto the terminal moraine of the Ngozumpa glacier. We encounter two glacial lakes before we come across Gokyo itself (4750m). The view from here is breathtaking.
Overnight at camp.

Day 07: Gokyo-Gokyo Ri – Gokyo (7 hours trek)
We can rest today or those feeling energetic can attempt to climb Gokyo peak (5360m) for a panoramic view of some of the world’s highest mountains; Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and Cho Oyu.

Day 08: Gokyo- Machhermo 4410m ( 5 hours trek )
After breakfast follow the same route back through Pangka and continue walking to Macchermo (4410m) for night is about 4 hours.
Overnight at camp.

Day 09: Machhermo-Phortse 3840m ( 5 ½ hours trek )
Walk down to Phortse Khola (3500m) passing through the summer settlements of Luza, Gyele and Dole.
Walking time is about 5 hours.

Day 10: Phortse-Khumjung- Namche 3440m ( 5 hours trek )
After breakfast a steep ascent for 2 hours gets us to Mani Danda. A gradual climb after lunch will see us at the village of Khumjung (4790m). walk down to Namche via Shyangboche for night stop. Every Saturday there is a market day at Namche, so if we are lucky to be here on Saturday it would be interesting to tour the market and do some shopping. Overnight at lodge.

Day 11: Namche-Manjo-Phakding 2610m (5 hours )
After breakfast start walking along the Dud Kosi river and descend to Phakding via Manjo for night stop traveling. Journey of about 5 hour and Overnight at Lodge.

Day 12: Phakding – Lukla 2840m (3 hours)
After breakfast start for Lukla for our last night under the Majestic Mountains. Last night we shall have great celebration dinner at Lukla of the trek in a bustling town and overnight.

Day 13: Lukla-Kathmandu 1300m (45 minutes flight hour )
Fly out to Kathmandu. Check in at hotel. Free for rest of the day. Overnight at hotel.