Be prepared for an exclusive journey with breathtaking views of mountain panoramas as we take you on the best trek in the whole world, following the footsteps of the legendary duo, Tenzing and Hillary, to the Base Camp of the highest peak, Mt. Everest.
We begin our trip with a short domestic flight to Lukla from where we rely on our own feet for the rest of the journey. From the very first day you will get to taste the intoxicating blend of mountain views and local Sherpa culture. Nights will be spent mostly in lodges and enough time will be allocated for acclimatisation whenever great significant altitude shift is involved.
Our trail follows Dudhkoshi River (upstream), passes through Dudhkoshi Valley surrounded by Thamserku and Kusum Kanguru peaks, the colourful Namche Bazaar and Tengboche and finally ascends to Kalapatthar, the highest point on our way. In addition to Mt. Everest, the Lhotse-Nuptse Wall, Ama Dablam and Kantega are the major attractions in this tranquil region. You will also have the opportunity to explore the Mountaineering Museum at Namche Bazar, witness village life in Khumjung, and many monasteries, lamaseries and temples during the trip, including the famous Tyangboche Monastery.
Trip Summary:
Starting Point: Lukla
End Point: Lukla
Lowest Point: 2750 m at Lukla
Highest Point: 5,545 m at Kalapatthar
Duration: 14 days
Difficulty Level: Moderately Strenuous
Accommodation: Lodge, Local Teahouse, Tented Camp
Day 1:
Our guide will pick you up at 5:30 am and drive to the airport. You will board the early morning flight at 6:30 AM and fly to Lukla (2750M) in about 45 minutes. After breakfast in Lukla, we will walk for about 3:30 hours to phakding (2610M), a fairly plain terrain inhabited by Sherpas. Afterwards, we will follow upstream Dudhkoshi River and spend the night in a lodge.pyranhapyranha
Our guide will pick you up at 5:30 am and drive to the airport. You will board the early morning flight at 6:30 AM and fly to Lukla (2750M) in about 45 minutes. After breakfast in Lukla, we will walk for about 3:30 hours to phakding (2610M), a fairly plain terrain inhabited by Sherpas. Afterwards, we will follow upstream Dudhkoshi River and spend the night in a lodge.pyranhapyranha
Day 2:
We will trek for nearly 7 hours to reach Namche Bazar (3440 m), the famous town in Solukhumbu. The last 3 hours of this trek will be tougher, but the beautiful sceneries on the way will make you will forget your tiredness. The night will be spent in a local teahouse.
Day 3:
To help your body adjust with the high altitude conditions, we will spend the day for acclimatisation. You can do some daytime hiking and explore Khumjung village and return to the teahouse at Namchebazar for the night stay.
Day 4:
After a 6-7 hour trek, you will reach Tengboche (3860 m), a perfect viewpoint to observe beautiful peaks of Ama Dablam and Thamserku and a greater part of the Himalayan range in the Khumbu Region.
Day 5:
Dingbuche (4250 m) lies at about a walking distance of 6-7 hours. Due to the increasing altitude, you will be walking slower than on previous days.
Day 6:
This will be the second acclimatisation day. You will be taken on a day trip to Chhukung Valley and back to Dingboche. Rest and rejuvenation are quite essential to continue the trekking next day.
Day 7:
Your next stopover is Lobuche (4950M), at about a walking distance of 5-6 hours. Views of Mt. Pumori and Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Lhotse and many more are the main highlights of the day.
Day 8:
The next segment of your trek, Lobuche to Gorek Shep (5160 m) is short and can be completed in about 3-4 hours, just in time for lunch. After resting for a few hours, we will take you on a walk to Everest Base Camp in the evening to sight the beautiful sunset over the majestic Mt. Everest.
Day 9:
You will begin hiking (about 5 hours) early in the morning to Kalapathar, lying at an altitude of 5545 m. This is well known as a perfect viewpoint to see all major parts of the Himalayan range, including Mt. Everest itself. If the weather permits, you will get to see a spellbinding sunrise, something you will not find elsewhere in the world. Take as many photographs as you like and go back to Gorek Shep for lunch. Shortly afterwards, you will descend back to Lobuche.
Day 10:
Trek for about 6 hours and spend overnight at Tengbuche.
Day 11:
Resume trekking for about 5 hours and arrive at Namche Bazar for the night’s stay.
Day 12:
Trek down to Phkading, which normally takes about 5 hours walking.
Day 13:
Walk back to Lukla, have lunch and go for a short walk in the Sherpa village.
Day 14:
Fly back to Kathmandu. You will be transferred to your hotel.
