Four most trekked route in Everest region, Nepal.
Four trekking trails are very famous in Everest region. They are Everest base camp 15 days trek, Everest three passes trek, Gokyo lake trek, & Everest base camp trek with return by helicopter. Depending on how much you want to challenge yourself, you can choose a route to trek. Details of route & itinerary follows here:
Everest Base Camp - EBC Trek -15 Days
Itinerary in Brief
Day 1: Meet, greet & transfer to Hotel - 1400m. O/N at Thamel, Kathmandu.
Day 02: Fly to Lukla - 40min flight (2880m). Trek to Phakding (2610m) - 4hrs Trek.
Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) - 7hrs Trek.
Day 04: Day excursion to Everest View Hotel.
Day 05: Trek to Phortse Village (3810m) - 9km - 6hrs Trek.
Day 06: Trek to Dingboche (4380m) - 8km - 6hrs Trek.
Day 07: Excursions to Chhukung or Ama Dablam Base camp - 5000m altitude.
Day 08: Trek to Lobuche (4900m) - 7km - 6hrs Trek.
Day 09: Trek to Gorak Shep (5160m) - further to Everest Base Camp (5364m).
Day 10: Kala Patthar sunrise excursion (5545m) - trek down to Pangboche (4100m) - 7hrs Trek.
Day 11: Trek to Namche (3440m) - 6hrs Trek.
Day 12: Trek to Lukla (2880m) - 15KM - 7hrs Trek. ON at Lukla airport.
Day 13: Fly back to Kathmandu. Relax & shopping in Kathmandu.
Day 14: Spare Day. Kathmandu - Sightseeing.
Day 15: Breakfast & fly back home.
Everest base camp 15 days trip highlights
- Lifetime memory of EBC
- Two UNESCO sites Kathmandu sightseeing
- A smooth stress-free guided trek on full board
- 10 overnights throughout the Everest trails
Overview:
Everest Base Camp - EBC Trek is a lifetime adventure trip. The essence & experience of the trip will different from any other trekking trip in the world. EBC Trek is a smooth and longer days trekking exploring the villages, mountains, local cultures, & monasteries. It is a stress free journey with moderate trekking hours.
Spending 10 overnights in the Himalayas with stunning views of the Mt Everest & Everest ranges, you will enjoy the real beauty of the Himalayas. The trekking trails is inhabited by ethnic Sherpa community who are rich in cultures. Sherpa people are the most record holders in climbing the Himalayas including Mt Everest. The journey to the Everest Base Camp is an active adventure trip along with cultural tastes of exploring the welcoming Sherpa villages. The trip includes a regular scheduled trekking activity with two flights between Kathmandu & Lukla. Two nights are in Kathmandu minimum requirements however a spare day is very important as Lukla flights are subjective of weather. This also greatly helps to make trek preparations as Kathmandu has several trekking shops to buy clothes and gears.
Everest base camp has always been a dream destination for adventurers of all age since 1960s. Mount Everest base camp is situated at 5364 meters altitude from sea level. It is a famous trekking destination. Specially Everest Base Camp has been the dream destination for all adventure lovers from around the world. It is 6 days uphill trek from Lukla to the base camp while trekking down back to Lukla takes just 3 days.
Everest base camp trek 15 days itineray in details
Day 1: Meet, greet & transfer to Hotel - 1400m. O/N at Thamel, Kathmandu.
We meet you at the Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, with your name on paper. And transfer to Hotel, 20min Drive.
In the afternoon/evening depending on what time you will arrive, we will have a short briefing about the preparation of the trek and introduction with the trek guide with tea/coffee/ local momo lunch. After the introduction session, your guide will assist you in hiring jackets, shoes or other gears if needed.
Day 02: Fly to Lukla - 40min flight (2880m). Trek to Phakding (2610m) - 4hrs Trekking. O/N at Phakding.
Breakfast at the hotel - and drive to airport for Lukla flight. At most season time - the Lukla flights are operated from Ramechhap airport which is 135KM - 4hrs drive east from Kathmandu. We try our best to arrange a flight directly from Kathmandu to Lukla and return however in case the flight will happen from Ramechhap airport - we will arrange a drive to Ramechhap very early in the morning.
Fly to Lukla - your guide will introduce the porters upon arrival & enjoy breakfast/tea/coffee whole trekking team together!! The journey begins here. Trek to Phakding - 8KM - 4hrs trek. Overnight at Phakting. Breakfast - lunch - dinner & tea house accommodation are included.
Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) - 7hrs Trek. ON at Namche Bazaar.
Breakfast at the lodge at Phakding & trek to Namche bazaar - 8KM - 7hrs uphill trekking. We will have lunch just before the final effort towards Namche bazaar. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 04: Day excursion to Everest View Hotel. O/N at same hotel.
Breakfast & hike to Syangboche and Everest view hotel - 3880m altitude - for acclimatization excursions. O/N back at the same lodge at Namche. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 05: Trek to Phortse Village (3810m) - 9km - 6hrs Trek. O/N at Phortse village.
Breakfast and trek to Phortse village via Tengboche. Avoiding the crowded Tengboche - stay overnight at Phortse village. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 06: Trek to Dingboche (4380m) - 8km - 6hrs Trek. ON at DIngboche.
Breakfast & trek to Dingboche - 8KM - 6hrs trek - 4380m altitude - 6hrs trek. Dingboche is the biggest settlements above 4 thousand meters in Everest region. It houses dozens of guests houses for trekkers and second acclimatization camp after Namche. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 07: Excursions to Chhukung or Ama Dablam Base camp - 5000m altitude. O/N at Dingboche.
Acclimatization day at Dingboche & day excursion to Chhukung or Ama Dablam Base Camp (above 5000m). Overnight at tea house at Dingboche. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 08: Trek to Lobuche (4900m) - 7km - 6hrs Trek. O/N at Lobuche.
Breakfast & trek to Lobuche - 4900m altitude 9KM - 6hrs trek via Dzongla. Dzongla is the lunch camp for today. The trail passes through plain & uphill landscape. O/N at Lobuche. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 09: Trek to Gorak Shep (5160m) - further to Everest Base Camp (5364m). O/N at Gorakhshep.
Today is the dream fulfilling day! You are at the Everest Base Camp - the base of world’s highest mountain - 8KM -6hrs trek. The day will be about 8hrs. Overnight at Gorak Shep (5160m). You have completed a symbolic journey for lifetime! Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 10: Kala Patthar sunrise excursion (5545m) - trek down to Pangboche (4100m) - 7hrs Trek.
An early morning excursion to Kalapatthar at 5545m altitude - 2hrs morning journey. Breakfast & trek to Pangboche - 17KM - 6hrs trek via Lobuche - Dzongla - Pheriche. Breakfast- Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 11: Trek to Namche (3440m) - 6hrs Trek. ON at Namche bazaar.
Breakfast & trek to Namche bazaar - 16KM - 6hrs trek. The trail passes through Tengboche & Khumjung. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 12: Trek to Lukla (2880m) - 15KM - 7hrs Trek. ON at Lukla airport.
Breakfast & trek to Lukla - 15KM - 7hrs trek. Finally the EBC trek is over & we are expecting a better weather for Kathmandu flights tomorrow morning. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 13: Fly back to Kathmandu. Relax & shopping in Kathmandu. ON at Thamel, Kathmandu.
Breakfast & fly back to Kathmandu - 40min flights. In case - we need to fly to Ramechhap airport (seasonal) - fly to Ramechhap & drive to Kathmandu - 4hrs drive. Free and easy afternoon. Overnight at Thamel in Kathmandu.
Day 14: Spare Day. Kathmandu - Sightseeing. ON at same hotel.
The spare day is very important as Lukla flight is quite subject to weather. It will also be useful if you arrive late on day 1 in Kathmandu. If flights are on time - enjoy the guided day tour exploring Swayambhunath - the monkey temple & old Kathmandu Durbar Square. Overnight at same hotel.
Day 15: Breakfast & fly back home.
Breakfast & 3 hours before your flight time - we will drive you to the airport.
2 - Everest Base Camp - EBC Heli Trek - 12 Days
Itinerary in Brief:
Day 1: Meet, greet & transfer to Hotel - 1400m. O/N at Thamel, Kathmandu.
Day 02: Fly to Lukla - 40min flight (2880m). Trek to Phakding (2610m) - 4hrs Trekking. O/N at Phakding.
Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) - 7hrs Trek. ON at Namche Bazaar.
Day 04: Day excursion to Everest View Hotel. O/N at same hotel.
Day 05: Trek to Phortse Village (3810m) - 9km - 6hrs Trek. O/N at Phortse village.
Day 06: Trek to Dingboche (4380m) - 8km - 6hrs Trek. ON at DIngboche.
Day 07: Excursions to Chhukung or Ama Dablam Base camp - 5000m altitude. O/N at Dingboche.
Day 08: Trek to Lobuche (4900m) - 7km - 6hrs Trek. O/N at Lobuche.
Day 09: Trek to Gorak Shep (5160m) - further to Everest Base Camp (5364m). O/N at Gorakhshep.
Day 10: Kala Patthar sunrise excursion (5545m) - Heli flight to Lukla - 20min - fly to Kathmandu - 40min. O/N in Kathmandu.
Day 11: Spare Day. Kathmandu - Sightseeing. ON at same hotel.
Day 12: Breakfast & fly back home.
Everest Heli trek trip highlights
-Lifetime memory of EBC
-Two UNESCO sites Kathmandu sightseeing
-A smooth stress-free guided trek on full board
-8 overnights throughout the Everest trails
-Helicopter flight from EBC to Lukla
Overview:
Everest Base Camp - EBC Heli Trek is a lifetime adventure trip with added comfort of avoiding the repetitive trekking from EBC to Lukla. The essence & experience of a EBC Heli trip will different from ECB trek. The helicopter flight will shorten the trekking by 3 days & most importantly helps to avoid the same trail trek back to Lukla. The whole experience will be different with a short helicopter flight. Unlike the regular explorative active trek EBC Trek, ECB Heli Trek is comfort trekking. Minimum days of trekking exploring the villages, mountains, local cultures, & monasteries. It is a stress free journey with moderate trekking hours.
Spending 8 overnights in the Himalayas with stunning views of the Mt Everest & Everest ranges, you will enjoy the real beauty of the Himalayas. The trekking trails is inhabited by ethnic Sherpa community who are rich in cultures. Sherpa people are the most record holders in climbing the Himalayas including Mt Everest. The journey to the Everest Base Camp is an active adventure trip along with cultural tastes of exploring the welcoming Sherpa villages. The trip includes a regular scheduled trekking activity with two flights between Kathmandu & Lukla. Two nights are in Kathmandu minimum requirements however a spare day is very important as Lukla flights are subjective of weather. This also greatly helps to make trek preparations as Kathmandu has several trekking shops to buy clothes and gears.
Everest base camp has always been a dream destination for adventurers of all age since 1960s. Mount Everest base camp is situated at 5364 meters altitude from sea level. It is a famous trekking destination. Specially Everest Base Camp has been the dream destination for all adventure lovers from around the world. It is 8 days uphill trek from Lukla including two days of acclimatization days at Namche & Dingboche respectively.
Everest Base Camp - EBC Heli trek - 12 days Itinerary in details:
Day 1: Meet, greet & transfer to Hotel - 1400m. O/N at Thamel, Kathmandu.
We meet you at the Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, with your name on paper. And transfer to Hotel, 20min Drive.
In the afternoon/evening depending on what time you will arrive, we will have a short briefing about the preparation of the trek and introduction with the trek guide with tea/coffee/ local momo lunch. After the introduction session, your guide will assist you in hiring jackets, shoes or other gears if needed.
Day 02: Fly to Lukla - 40min flight (2880m). Trek to Phakding (2610m) - 4hrs Trekking. O/N at Phakding.
Breakfast at the hotel - and drive to airport for Lukla flight. At most season time - the Lukla flights are operated from Ramechhap airport which is 135KM - 4hrs drive east from Kathmandu. We try our best to arrange a flight directly from Kathmandu to Lukla and return however in case the flight will happen from Ramechhap airport - we will arrange a drive to Ramechhap very early in the morning.
Fly to Lukla - your guide will introduce the porters upon arrival & enjoy breakfast/tea/coffee whole trekking team together!! The journey begins here. Trek to Phakding - 8KM - 4hrs trek. Overnight at Phakting. Breakfast - lunch - dinner & tea house accommodation are included.
Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) - 7hrs Trek. ON at Namche Bazaar.
Breakfast at the lodge at Phakding & trek to Namche bazaar - 8KM - 7hrs uphill trekking. We will have lunch just before the final effort towards Namche bazaar. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 04: Day excursion to Everest View Hotel. O/N at same hotel.
Breakfast & hike to Syangboche and Everest view hotel - 3880m altitude - for acclimatization excursions. O/N back at the same lodge at Namche. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 05: Trek to Phortse Village (3810m) - 9km - 6hrs Trek. O/N at Phortse village.
Breakfast and trek to Phortse village via Tengboche. Avoiding the crowded Tengboche - stay overnight at Phortse village. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 06: Trek to Dingboche (4380m) - 8km - 6hrs Trek. ON at DIngboche.
Breakfast & trek to Dingboche - 8KM - 6hrs trek - 4380m altitude - 6hrs trek. Dingboche is the biggest settlements above 4 thousand meters in Everest region. It houses dozens of guests houses for trekkers and second acclimatization camp after Namche. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 07: Excursions to Chhukung or Ama Dablam Base camp - 5000m altitude. O/N at Dingboche.
Acclimatization day at Dingboche & day excursion to Chhukung or Ama Dablam Base Camp (above 5000m). Overnight at tea house at Dingboche. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 08: Trek to Lobuche (4900m) - 7km - 6hrs Trek. O/N at Lobuche.
Breakfast & trek to Lobuche - 4900m altitude 9KM - 6hrs trek via Dzongla. Dzongla is the lunch camp for today. The trail passes through plain & uphill landscape. O/N at Lobuche. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 09: Trek to Gorak Shep (5160m) - further to Everest Base Camp (5364m). O/N at Gorakhshep.
Today is the dream fulfilling day! You are at the Everest Base Camp - the base of world’s highest mountain - 8KM -6hrs trek. The day will be about 8hrs. Overnight at Gorak Shep (5160m). You have completed a symbolic journey for lifetime! Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 10: Kala Patthar sunrise excursion (5545m) - Heli flight to Lukla - 20min - fly to Kathmandu - 40min. O/N in Kathmandu.
An early morning excursion to Kalapatthar at 5545m altitude - 2hrs morning journey. Breakfast & take a Helicopter flight to Lukla - 20min flight & take a further regular flight back to Kathmandu.
Enjoy your favorite food, massaga/spa in the city after a 10 days trekking in the Himalayas. Free and easy afternoon & evening in Kathmandu.
Day 11: Spare Day. Kathmandu - Sightseeing. ON at same hotel.
The spare day is very important as Lukla flight is quite subject to weather. It will also be useful if you arrive late on day 1 in Kathmandu. If flights are on time - enjoy the guided day tour exploring Swayambhunath - the monkey temple & old Kathmandu Durbar Square. Overnight at same hotel.
Day 12: Breakfast & fly back home.
Breakfast & 3 hours before your flight time - we will drive you to the airport.
3 - Renjo - La pass - Gokyo Lake - 13 Days Trek
itinerary in Brief:
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu.
Day 02: Fly to Lukla - 40min flight (2880m). Trek to Phakding (2610m) - 4hrs Trekking.
Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) - 7hrs Trek.
Day 04: Day excursion to Everest View Hotel. Overnight at Namche.
Day 05: Trek to Thame (3750m) - 6hrs Trek.
Day 06: Trek to Lungden (4500m) - 6hrs Trek.
Day 07: Trek to Renjo - La pass (5360m) - further to Gokyo lake (4750m) - 8hrs Trek.
Day 08: excursion to Gokyo Ri (5357m) - Gokyo Lake. Enjoy the Himalayas!
Day 09: Trek to Machhermo (4470m) - 5hrs Trek.
Day 10: Trek to Namche (3440m) - 6hrs Trek.
Day 11: Trek to Lukla (2880m) - 6hrs Trek.
Day 12: Breakfast. A morning flight back to Kathmandu. Free and easy afternoon. Late afternoon, sightseeing of Swayambhunath Temple & Old Kathmandu Durbar Square.
Day 13: Drive to Airport. Fly back home any time.
Renjo - La pass - Gokyo Lake - 13 Days trip highlights
-Enjoy the off beaten path treks
-A smooth stress-free guided trek on full board
-8 overnights throughout the Everest trails
-Enjoy the sunrise views on Everest horizon
-Two UNESCO sites Kathmandu sightseeing
Overview:
Everest Base Camp - EBC Heli Trek is a lifetime adventure trip with added comfort of avoiding the repetitive trekking from EBC to Lukla. The essence & experience of a EBC Heli trip will different from ECB trek. The helicopter flight will shorten the trekking by 3 days & most importantly helps to avoid the same trail trek back to Lukla. The whole experience will be different with a short helicopter flight. Unlike the regular explorative active trek EBC Trek, ECB Heli Trek is comfort trekking. Minimum days of trekking exploring the villages, mountains, local cultures, & monasteries. It is a stress free journey with moderate trekking hours.
Spending 8 overnights in the Himalayas with stunning views of the Mt Everest & Everest ranges, you will enjoy the real beauty of the Himalayas. The trekking trails is inhabited by ethnic Sherpa community who are rich in cultures. Sherpa people are the most record holders in climbing the Himalayas including Mt Everest. The journey to the Everest Base Camp is an active adventure trip along with cultural tastes of exploring the welcoming Sherpa villages. The trip includes a regular scheduled trekking activity with two flights between Kathmandu & Lukla. Two nights are in Kathmandu minimum requirements however a spare day is very important as Lukla flights are subjective of weather. This also greatly helps to make trek preparations as Kathmandu has several trekking shops to buy clothes and gears.
Everest base camp has always been a dream destination for adventurers of all age since 1960s. Mount Everest base camp is situated at 5364 meters altitude from sea level. It is a famous trekking destination. Specially Everest Base Camp has been the dream destination for all adventure lovers from around the world. It is 8 days uphill trek from Lukla including two days of acclimatization days at Namche & Dingboche respectively.
Renjo - La pass - Gokyo Lake - 13 Days itinerary in details:
Day 1: Meet, greet & transfer to Hotel - 1400m. O/N at Thamel, Kathmandu.
We meet you at the Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, with your name on paper. And transfer to Hotel, 20min Drive.
In the afternoon/evening depending on what time you will arrive, we will have a short briefing about the preparation of the trek and introduction with the trek guide with tea/coffee/ local momo lunch. After the introduction session, your guide will assist you in hiring jackets, shoes or other gears if needed.
Day 02: Fly to Lukla - 40min flight (2880m). Trek to Phakding (2610m) - 4hrs Trekking. O/N at Phakding.
Breakfast at the hotel - and drive to airport for Lukla flight. At most season time - the Lukla flights are operated from Ramechhap airport which is 135KM - 4hrs drive east from Kathmandu. We try our best to arrange a flight directly from Kathmandu to Lukla and return however in case the flight will happen from Ramechhap airport - we will arrange a drive to Ramechhap very early in the morning.
Fly to Lukla - your guide will introduce the porters upon arrival & enjoy breakfast/tea/coffee whole trekking team together!! The journey begins here. Trek to Phakding - 8KM - 4hrs trek. Overnight at Phakting. Breakfast - lunch - dinner & tea house accommodation are included.
Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) - 7hrs Trek. ON at Namche Bazaar.
Breakfast at the lodge at Phakding & trek to Namche bazaar - 8KM - 7hrs uphill trekking. We will have lunch just before the final effort towards Namche bazaar. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 04: Day excursion to Everest View Hotel. O/N at same hotel.
Breakfast & hike to Syangboche and Everest view hotel - 3880m altitude - for acclimatization excursions. O/N back at the same lodge at Namche. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 05: Trek to Thame (3820m) - 10KM - 6hrs Trek.
Breakfast at the lodge & trek to Thame, 38200m altitude. It is about 10KM walking trail and takes unto 6hrs. Overnight at tea house.
Day 06: Trek to Lungden (4380m) - 6hrs Trek.
Breakfast & trek to Lungden at 4380m altitude with great views of Kongde peak. It is about 5hrs uphill trek. Overnight at tea house.
Day 07: Trek to Renjo - La pass (5360m) - further to Gokyo lake (4750m) - 8hrs Trek.
Breakfast & trek to Gokyo via Renjo - La pass. Enjoy the adventure of crossing Renjo-La at 5360m. The hard work is immediately rewarded with great views of Rolwaling Himalayan ranges, Mt Everest, Makalu & Gokyo valley from the top. Overnight at the shadow of mighty Cho Oyu at Gokyo lake bank village.
Day 08: excursion to Gokyo Ri (5357m) - Gokyo Lake. Enjoy the Himalayas!
Sunrise excursion to Gokyo Ri. The early morning effort comes with great views of Mt Everest and it’s ranges. Breakfast & enjoy exploring lakes in Gokyo valley. This is the day to enjoy the Himalayas at its best! Overnight at the same lodge.
Day 09: Trek to Machhermo (4470m) - 5hrs Trek.
Breakfast & trek to Machhermo village through Dudh Koshi valley. Overnight at tea house.
Day 10: Trek to Namche (3440m) - 6hrs Trek.
Breakfast & trek down to Namche Bazaar through rhododendron forests, natural scenery & along Dudh Koshi river. Overnight at tea house.
Day 11: Trek to Lukla (2880m) - 15KM - 7hrs Trek. ON at Lukla airport.
Breakfast & trek to Lukla - 15KM - 7hrs trek. Finally the EBC trek is over & we are expecting a better weather for Kathmandu flights tomorrow morning. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 12: Fly back to Kathmandu. Relax & shopping in Kathmandu. ON at Thamel, Kathmandu.
Breakfast & fly back to Kathmandu - 40min flights. In case - we need to fly to Ramechhap airport (seasonal) - fly to Ramechhap & drive to Kathmandu - 4hrs drive. Free and easy afternoon. Overnight at Thamel in Kathmandu.
Day 13: Spare Day. Kathmandu - Sightseeing. ON at same hotel.
The spare day is very important as Lukla flight is quite subject to weather. It will also be useful if you arrive late on day 1 in Kathmandu. If flights are on time - enjoy the guided day tour exploring Swayambhunath - the monkey temple & old Kathmandu Durbar Square. Overnight at same hotel.
Day 14: Breakfast & fly back home.
Breakfast & 3 hours before your flight time - we will drive you to the airport.
4 - Everest 3 passes Trekking - 20 Days trek
Itinerary in Brief
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu.
Day 02: Trek Preparation & Kathmandu Sightseeing day.
Day 03: Fly to Lukla - 40min flight (2880m). Trek to Phakding (2610m) - 4hrs Trekking.
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) - 7hrs Trek.
Day 05: Day excursion to Everest View Hotel. Overnight at Namche.
Day 06: Trek to Thame (3750m) - 6hrs Trek.
Day 07: Trek to Lungden (4500m) - 6hrs Trek.
Day 08: Trek to Renjo - La pass (5446m) - further to Gokyo lake (4750m) - 8hrs Trek.
Day 09: excursion to Gokyo Ri (5360m) - Gokyo Lake. Enjoy the Himalayas!
Day 10: Trek to Thagnak (4750m) - 5hrs Trek.
Day 11: Trek to Cho - La pass (5370m) - further to Dzongla/Thukla () - 8hrs Trek.
Day 12: Trek to Lobuche (4900m) - 4km - 4hrs Trek.
Day 13: Trek to Gorak Shep (5160m) - further to Everest Base Camp (5364m). Overnight at Gorak Shep (5160m)
Day 14: Early morning excursion to Kala Patthar (5545m) - Breakfast - Trek back to Lobuche (4910m) - 5hrs Trek.
Day 15: Trek to Kogma - La pass (5535m) - further to Chhukung (4730m) - 8hrs Trek.
Day 16: Trek to Tengboche (3855m) - 6hrs Trek.
Day 17: Trek to Monjo (2860m) - 6hrs Trek.
Day 18: Trek to Lukla (2880m) - 5hrs Trek.
Day 19: Breakfast. A morning flight back to Kathmandu. Free and easy afternoon.
Day 20: Drive to Airport. Fly back home any time.
Everest 3 passes Trekking - 20 Days trip highlights
-Enjoy the off beaten path treks
-A smooth stress-free guided trek on full board
-8 overnights throughout the Everest trails
-Enjoy the sunrise views on Everest horizon
-Two UNESCO sites Kathmandu sightseeing
Overview:
Everest Base Camp - EBC Heli Trek is a lifetime adventure trip with added comfort of avoiding the repetitive trekking from EBC to Lukla. The essence & experience of a EBC Heli trip will different from ECB trek. The helicopter flight will shorten the trekking by 3 days & most importantly helps to avoid the same trail trek back to Lukla. The whole experience will be different with a short helicopter flight. Unlike the regular explorative active trek EBC Trek, ECB Heli Trek is comfort trekking. Minimum days of trekking exploring the villages, mountains, local cultures, & monasteries. It is a stress free journey with moderate trekking hours.
Spending 8 overnights in the Himalayas with stunning views of the Mt Everest & Everest ranges, you will enjoy the real beauty of the Himalayas. The trekking trails is inhabited by ethnic Sherpa community who are rich in cultures. Sherpa people are the most record holders in climbing the Himalayas including Mt Everest. The journey to the Everest Base Camp is an active adventure trip along with cultural tastes of exploring the welcoming Sherpa villages. The trip includes a regular scheduled trekking activity with two flights between Kathmandu & Lukla. Two nights are in Kathmandu minimum requirements however a spare day is very important as Lukla flights are subjective of weather. This also greatly helps to make trek preparations as Kathmandu has several trekking shops to buy clothes and gears.
Everest base camp has always been a dream destination for adventurers of all age since 1960s. Mount Everest base camp is situated at 5364 meters altitude from sea level. It is a famous trekking destination. Specially Everest Base Camp has been the dream destination for all adventure lovers from around the world. It is 8 days uphill trek from Lukla including two days of acclimatization days at Namche & Dingboche respectively.
Everest 3 passes Trekking - 20 Days Itinerary in Details
Day 1: Meet, greet & transfer to Hotel - 1400m. O/N at Thamel, Kathmandu.
We meet you at the Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, with your name on paper. And transfer to Hotel, 20min Drive.
In the afternoon/evening depending on what time you will arrive, we will have a short briefing about the preparation of the trek and introduction with the trek guide with tea/coffee/ local momo lunch. After the introduction session, your guide will assist you in hiring jackets, shoes or other gears if needed.
Day 02: Fly to Lukla - 40min flight (2880m). Trek to Phakding (2610m) - 4hrs Trekking. O/N at Phakding.
Breakfast at the hotel - and drive to airport for Lukla flight. At most season time - the Lukla flights are operated from Ramechhap airport which is 135KM - 4hrs drive east from Kathmandu. We try our best to arrange a flight directly from Kathmandu to Lukla and return however in case the flight will happen from Ramechhap airport - we will arrange a drive to Ramechhap very early in the morning.
Fly to Lukla - your guide will introduce the porters upon arrival & enjoy breakfast/tea/coffee whole trekking team together!! The journey begins here. Trek to Phakding - 8KM - 4hrs trek. Overnight at Phakting. Breakfast - lunch - dinner & tea house accommodation are included.
Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) - 7hrs Trek. ON at Namche Bazaar.
Breakfast at the lodge at Phakding & trek to Namche bazaar - 8KM - 7hrs uphill trekking. We will have lunch just before the final effort towards Namche bazaar. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 04: Day excursion to Everest View Hotel. O/N at same hotel.
Breakfast & hike to Syangboche and Everest view hotel - 3880m altitude - for acclimatization excursions. O/N back at the same lodge at Namche. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 05: Trek to Thame (3820m) - 10KM - 6hrs Trek.
Breakfast at the lodge & trek to Thame, 38200m altitude. It is about 10KM walking trail and takes unto 6hrs. Overnight at tea house.
Day 06: Trek to Lungden (4380m) - 6hrs Trek.
Breakfast & trek to Lungden at 4380m altitude with great views of Kongde peak. It is about 5hrs uphill trek. Overnight at tea house.
Day 07: Trek to Renjo - La pass (5360m) - further to Gokyo lake (4750m) - 8hrs Trek.
Breakfast & trek to Gokyo via Renjo - La pass. Enjoy the adventure of crossing Renjo-La at 5360m. The hard work is immediately rewarded with great views of Rolwaling Himalayan ranges, Mt Everest, Makalu & Gokyo valley from the top. Overnight at the shadow of mighty Cho Oyu at Gokyo lake bank village.
Day 08: excursion to Gokyo Ri (5357m) - Gokyo Lake. Enjoy the Himalayas!
Sunrise excursion to Gokyo Ri. The early morning effort comes with great views of Mt Everest and it’s ranges. Breakfast & enjoy exploring lakes in Gokyo valley. This is the day to enjoy the Himalayas at its best! Overnight at the same lodge.
Day 09: Trek to Machhermo (4470m) - 5hrs Trek.
Breakfast & trek to Machhermo village through Dudh Koshi valley. Overnight at tea house.
Day 10: Trek to Namche (3440m) - 6hrs Trek.
Breakfast & trek down to Namche Bazaar through rhododendron forests, natural scenery & along Dudh Koshi river. Overnight at tea house.
Day 11: Trek to Lukla (2880m) - 15KM - 7hrs Trek. ON at Lukla airport.
Breakfast & trek to Lukla - 15KM - 7hrs trek. Finally the EBC trek is over & we are expecting a better weather for Kathmandu flights tomorrow morning. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner & Tea House Accommodation Included.
Day 12: Fly back to Kathmandu. Relax & shopping in Kathmandu. ON at Thamel, Kathmandu.
Breakfast & fly back to Kathmandu - 40min flights. In case - we need to fly to Ramechhap airport (seasonal) - fly to Ramechhap & drive to Kathmandu - 4hrs drive. Free and easy afternoon. Overnight at Thamel in Kathmandu.
Day 13: Spare Day. Kathmandu - Sightseeing. ON at same hotel.
The spare day is very important as Lukla flight is quite subject to weather. It will also be useful if you arrive late on day 1 in Kathmandu. If flights are on time - enjoy the guided day tour exploring Swayambhunath - the monkey temple & old Kathmandu Durbar Square. Overnight at same hotel.
Day 14: Breakfast & fly back home.
Breakfast & 3 hours before your flight time - we will drive you to the airport.
Everest region most trekked route in a row
Everest Base camp trek - Everest Gokyo Lake Trek - Everest Heli Trek - Everest 3 passes trek!
Packing lists & packing information for Everest base camp trek, Everest Heli trek, Gokyo lake trek & Everest three passes treks
Trekking gears: Wear them while trekking as required.
#Waterproof Hiking boots.
Water-resistant hiking boots with ankle support. Its important to get used to it! It will be very comfortable if you use them and get used to before going on trekking to avoid the blister on feet!
Leggings or hiking pants
Normal hiking pants or leggings are useful
Layers
pairs of moisture-wicking t-shirts
Pair of long-sleeved tops
Pair of fleece tops or a cashmere jumper
Trekking socks
It will be very important to have moisture - wicking and quality pair of socks for the trekking hours. And also pairs of normal socks for the rest of the day.
A warm down jacket
A quality down jacket is a must for the Annapurna base camp trekking. Consider buying the suitable one for your space in the trekking bag.
Sunglasses & A warm hat
Just a normal warm woolen hat that you find everywhere in Kathmandu is fine. However, it will be so much important to keep your head warm specially on higher altitudes. At some points, it will be freezing cold! And also a Sunglass is very important to save eyes from the shining Himalayas!
Gloves
Pair of fleece-lined gloves! Very important specially in the morning (and evening).
A cap
To keep the sun off your face during trekking hours, a baseball cap is very useful.
A fleece buff
A fleece buff is useful primarily for a warm neck; and can also be used to warm the ears and head.
Flip-flops or normal shoes
When the trekking hour of the day is over, pair of flip-flop or normal shoes with warm socks are must.
Main Pack to be carried by porters
Sleeping bag
A good quality 4 season or even 5 season sleeping bag is a must for the Annapurna base camp 10 days trek. Thamel Travels and Tours will provide the sleeping bag for Annapurna base camp trekking. If you want to buy or or hire your own one, our guide will help you to buy or hire one in Kathmandu and/or Pokhara before heading for the trekking.
Sleep sheet (cotton, silk or thermal)
It is not a must however a sleep sheet of you own will give you a sense of sleeping on your own bed every night.
Non trekking hours comfortable pants
After the trekking, you will need something comfortable for the rest of the day. For the evening, sleeping and morning. Choose one with pockets.
Long-sleeved thermal tops
long - sleeved thermal tops to wear in the evening or morning. On higher altitudes it will be very useful.
Trousers or the thermal long johns
Useful to wear under the pants during evening, night and morning.
Lightweight quick-dry towel
After the much-looked after hot shower in the Annapurna base camp trail, a towel is very useful. If the towel is lightweight and quick to dry, it is even more useful one.
FOR YOUR DAY PACK
A day pack with a strap to buckle over the hips and across the chest is important for the Annapurna Base camp trekking. Your day pack is the home to everything that you need to use during the trekking hours.
A bum bag/fanny pack
Although not many trekkers carry one these days, an experienced trekker is very careful to carry a fanny pack. It will be useful to put any - moment useful things like toilet paper, hand sanitizer, your phone, lip balm, sunnies, and a chocolate bar. A zip -lock bag to waterproof the passport and cash is also very useful in case it rains heavy.
Waterproof pant
For in case it rains, a light weight waterproof pant in the daypack is so much useful. A wet leg on long trekking is not a fun at all.
A wind-/water-proof jacket
A wind/water proof jacket is so much useful for lower altitudes where the wind is not much cold.
Cash
Although three meals a day are included in the Annapurna base camp 10 days trekking, a small/good amount of cash is required for the trek. You will very much need it to buy any snacks, any particular meals, toilet paper, drinking water, hot water for showers, electricity for charging devices, and WiFi etc. ATM machines are online payments are not available along the Annapurna base camp trekking trails as of now.
A battery pack
A small battery pack is a super convenient way to charge your devices without having to stay in queue for power points at lodges.
Toilet paper
Almost no toilet have toilet papers along the trail. So please carry your own toilet papers and you will have enough opportunities to buy them during the trekking too.
A water bottle
Drinking enough water to keep hydrated is related to the success of the trekking to some extent! It is important. We tour leaders, at Thamel Travels and Tours, suggest you to buy a two liter insulated bottle for your daypack. Experienced trekkers will not enjoy to stop for refill every time you get thirsty.
Water purification tablets
Normally safe filtered water is available to buy along the trail in teahouses and shops. However with water purification tablets you can further purify the water or fill up the bottle using tap water along the trail.
Trekking poles
We, at Thamel Travels and Tours, will provide you pair of trekking poles for every trekker for the Annapurna base camp trekking. Trekking poles are very helpful to trek on stairs. And Annapurna base camp trekking involves a lot of stairs along the trekking trails. If you have your own and want to use it, we are fine.
A head torch
Unlike in the early days of trekking in the Himalayas, we have less use of the head torch these days. However, it will be very helpful to carry a head torch including for a pre-dawn hike up to Poonhill. It will also be helpful to go to toilets at nights in case the electricity goes off.
Hand sanitiser
Given the post Covid situation, sanitizers have become mandatory in everyday life. Even in normal days, you need to carry hand sanitizers during the trek and also on city tours.
Medical kit
Although you are fit and on holiday in the Himalayas, it will be useful to carry some tablets and be prepared for blisters, cuts, upset stomachs, sprains, sunburn, headaches etc. Common medicinal tablets trekkers carry are ibuprofen, Panadol, electrolytes, gastro stop, anti-inflammatory cream, plasters, strapping tape etc. To cope with altitudes you will gain, Diamox is important too. However, please consult to your doctor before carrying the medical kits.
Sunscreen/lip balm/moisturizer
To protect the face and hands from the cold wind and clear sky sun together, it is a must that you carry sunscreen., a lip balm with SPF, and a moisturizer.
Sanitary products
Other sanitary products including for period sanitary products are very important to carry even if there is the smallest chance of the period for our women trekkers.
Everest Base camp trekking difficulty level
All treks in Everest region involve challenging level of difficulty! It is normally advised all trekkers to prepare the trek running or fast walking an hour every day for at least a month! This is not a government requirement but it is really helpful and you will feel it when you are on the trail!
Gears needed for the trek
No technical gears are needed for Everest base camp trek in general. A pair of trekking poles, a good trekking shoes, enough and appropriate clothes, a sunglass is enough! Please check the packing lists information above here.
Conclusion
Everest base cap trekking is definitely a challenging trail but it is a lifetime journey to take. It is most advisable to do a planned trip to EBC & also prepare for the trek.
