Salleri /Phaplu to Everest Base Camp Trekking

Hotel

Upon arrival at Kathmandu Airport meet our representative will be there to greet and welcome you. You will be transferred to your respective hotel for check-in and will be given a short relaxation period. The same day, we introduce you to a market – specifically Thamel, where you can shop, eat, exchange money and carry out other necessities. Then, you will take part in a short trip briefing in our office. This will end your first day, overnight at the hotel. Any form of delay in arrival will postpone the event to best suited next day.

4-5 hrs Hotel B

Enjoy your delicious breakfast at the Hotel and be ready for the tour.

Pashupatinath Temple: It is a worship Space devoted to the Hindu lord Shiva. You will sight the Bagmati river and rituals performed on the river bank. Pashupatinath temple is a listed UNESCO site structured in pagoda-style architecture. The month of February-March and July-August can be interesting times to visit the temple complex for cultural stretch given the festival of Shivaratri – the birthday of Shiva, and Teej festival respectively.

Boudhanath Stupa: It is one of the biggest stupas in Nepal in terms of size and height. Located east of Kathmandu, this holistic testament resembles Mahayana philosophy. It stands with four pairs of eyes directed in four primary directions. The tour period is short and informative, it finishes with utmost satisfaction and a cultural tour of the city. You get the time to prepare for your trip to Everest and rest properly after the tour. Overnight will be spent at the hotel.

Lodge B/L/D

After breakfast, you set out for a long drive to Salleri on the BP Highway – a narrow yet beautiful eco-friendly mountain highway. The drive is long and tedious, but the view during the drive enthralls you and revitalizes you to be awake. The Sunkoshi river that follows along your drive and the valley are scenic. Arrive at Salleri for Overnight or  you  can  drive further to Phaplu.

5-6 hrs Lodge B/L/D

After breakfast, begin an adventurous drive from Salleri /phaplu to Surke through scenic mountain roads, passing traditional Sherpa villages, terraced fields,  The journey offers stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys. Upon arrival in Surke, spe preparing for the trek ahead. Overnight stay in Surke.

3 - 4 Hrs Lodge B/L/D

After breakfast, start your trek from Surke to Phakding. The trail follows the Dudh Koshi River, passing through charming villages such as Chheplung and Ghat. Along the way, enjoy views of lush forests, prayer wheels, mani walls, and traditional Sherpa culture. After a pleasant walk, arrive in Phakding, a peaceful village nestled beside the river. Overnight stay in Phakding.

5 hrs Lodge B/L/D

After breakfast, you trek along Dudh Kosi for the first half crossing multiple hanging bridges and then climbing steep two hours uphill through Himalayan pine and Deodar cedar forests to reach one of the most beautiful towns, Namche Bazaar. Namche used to be a trading town between Nepalese and Tibetan residents/merchants for centuries. Though now trans-Himalayan trade is restricted, Namche still remains a trading spot for local merchants. You will get your first glimpse of Everest, can shop, and acclimatize by climbing a hill nearby and staying two nights.

1.5 - 4 hrs Lodge B/L/D

Today we take an early breakfast and then set out to acclimatize hiking. First, visit Namche Bazaar- to the top of Namche where the Sherpa Museum is located. You will then visit the Sagarmatha National Park headquarter from where you can enjoy breathtaking panoramas of the mountains. The peak you can view includes Mt. Everest (8,848 m /29,029 ft), Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m/ 27,940 ft), Mt. Ama Dablam (6,812 m/ 22,349 ft), Mt. Thamserku (6,608 m/ 21,680 ft), Kantenga (6,782 m/ 22,251 ft), Cho-Latse (6,440 m/ 21,128 ft), Tawache or Taboche (6,542 m/ 21,463 ft), Kongde Peak (6,187 m/ 20,298 ft) and others. If you are still energetic and want to go higher then we hike up the Syangboche Airport (Old Airport) and Everest View Hotel. After spending some time we will come back to your hotel in the afternoon and the Overnight at the local lodge.

5 hrs Lodge B/L/D

Your day from Namche begins with a flat stretch for a couple of hours on a beautiful walking trail. Dudh Koshi river follows deep down the valley and the view of magnificent mountain ranges on all three sides. View of Thamserku, Kantenga, Ama Dablam, Lhotse Wall, Island Peak, Mt. Everest are excellent.  

After the flat stretch comes to an end, you descend down to the river bed at Phungi Tenga for lunch. After lunch, your tough steep climb starts. It is good two hours climb up to Tengboche, a small hamlet surrounded by Himalayan peaks and pine forest. Tengboche Monastery, one of the most spiritual, and popular monasteries of Tibetan Buddhism in the Khumbu region, is located here. The Mani Rimdu festival that occurs from mid-October to mid-November is worth attending.

5 hrs Lodge B/L/D

On this day we follow the trail into the beautiful forest and trek down to the Imja Khola and continue passing through the village of Pangboche (3,900 m/12,795 ft). The hike is not that strenuous, and the view of the peaks makes the day breathtaking. The scenery along our path to Dingboche, known as the “summer valley”, is amazing. We spend our night at Dingboche.

5 hrs Lodge B/L/D

Today you are spending another day of acclimatization. After breakfast, walk to Chukung valley along the Imja River upwards. The trail is scenic with the view of Lhotse Shar’s massive south wall and Amadablam on both sides and Island Peak straight ahead. Enjoy lunch at Chukung and return back to Dingboche in the evening.  Overnight local lodge.  

5 hrs Lodge B/L/D

Trek starts to be tougher from here. As you are approaching higher altitude and deserted alpine glacial land, you will struggle to breathe more than in earlier days. 

On this day we pass through beautiful pastureland and the village of Pheriche where the Trekkers Aid Post that offers treatment and consultation to trekkers on altitude sickness can be seen along the river bed. We trek our way to the yak pastures of Lobuche (4,910m) crossing Dhugla pass where memorials of those who lost their lives in the Himalayas are situated. Overnight at the lodge in Lobuche.

9 hrs Lodge B/L/D

After breakfast, your big day begins. You set for the Everest Base Camp. 

You will walk in the moraines parallel to Khumbu Glacier which is visible from near Gorakshep – a small town where you are sleeping for tonight. Once you reach Gorakshep, eat some meals and get ready for the Base Camp. The trail is winding in the glacial moraines and on the rocks. It takes about 3 hrs of hiking to reach the base camp from where you take a closer look at the Khumbu glacier and even walk crossing it. This Base Camp located in the southern face is used by the expeditions. If you reach here in March-May, you will see hundreds of colorful tents by climbers. You will then return back to Gorakhshep after spending some time at the Base Camp. Stay at the lodge in Gorakhshep for the night.

7 hrs Lodge B/L/D

You start the thrilling day at pre-dawn by steep climb to Kalapatthar – takes about 2.5 hrs – to catch the sunrise over the Himalayan peaks. Kalapatthar offers 3600 view of the mountains including the tallest south face of the Mt. Everest, Lhotse face, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Taboche, Cholatse, Lobuche East and Pumori. 

Enjoy the view of the Sunrise, mountain peaks, Khumbu glaciers and others, take photos, and then climb down to your Hotel for breakfast. 

Breakfast seals your long walk to Pheriche. Until Dugla trail is same as we headed up. From here, we cross a small stream and trek all the way to the beautiful Pheriche valley. The last stretch in the river bed is tedious to walk and reach Pheriche. But, the day worth to remember and accomplish. Stay at the lodge in Pheriche.

4 hrs Lodge B/L/D

This day is a comparatively short and rewarding day. Phortse is a Sherpa village, off the trail to base camp that remains less explored. Explore the unique cultural identity and spend the night in this village at a local lodge.

6 hrs Lodge B/L/D

After breakfast, we trek all the way to Namche Bazar for lunch. Then we trek down the trail to reach Monjo. The trekking is steeply down routed. We spend our night at a local lodge in Monjo.

4 hrs Lodge B/L/D

From Monjo, we trail alongside Dudh Koshi passing the beautiful Phakding on our way. Upon reaching Lukla we thank our crew members and celebrate the completion of our trip. We spend our final night in the mountain air residing at a local lodge.

Hotel B/L/D

We take a flight to Kathmandu. The flight will be an adventure and thrill in itself given the landscape. Heading towards Kathmandu valley will bring changes in air and leave the mountain fresh air back, but you get to rest your body after a long trek. You will get good food after weeks of meals in the Himalayas. 

We transfer you to the hotel and leave you for the day to explore the nearest market and relax. You will spend the night at a hotel.

4 hrs Hotel B/L/D

Kathmandu city comes with a century-long history of markets, trading spots, various arts, and buildings with architectural and cultural affluence. On your last day, you will be exploring the local market of Asan, Indrachowk, and Newroad, only to discover the historic and cultural identity of this beautiful city. You will then reach Kathmandu Durbar Square; the center to accumulate Kathmandu’s architectural prominence. Here, you will experience the unique culture of the “living goddess”, visiting her temple could make your trip informative and exhilarating given the cultural differences. After this eventful day, you will spend your night at a hotel and prepare for the departure the next day. 

Brekfast

We will drop you to airport and bid our adieu. You will be taken to airport 3 hrs before the scheduled flight.