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Destination Nepal
Group Size 1-16 Pax
Region Everest
Trip Duration 16 + 4= 20 Days
Activities Trekking
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Hotel/Lodge
Max Elevation 5545
Best Month Autumn/Spring
Trip Grade Difficult
Trek Starts / Ends Kathmandu
Transportation Car/Bus/Jeep

Salleri /Phaplu to Everest Base Camp Trekking Overview

This trek begins with quite a long drive on the newly constructed BP Highway along the Sunkoshi River. Driving on this mountain highway offers spectacular sceneries of lush forests, water gorges, the Sunkoshi river valley, and terraced farming fields with dotted colorful villages.Salleri –the administrative capital of Solukhumbu district where you can drive and now a days you can drive more further to Thamdanda.

 Salleri to Everest Base Camp trek covers a less touristic  the first section  until Lukla. Those who do not want to take flight have  this option.You spend  first night at sallery and again drive next morning.  you passing through various settlements, pasturelands, pine and oak forests, and many tiny streams to join the main trail of the trekking to Everest base camp in lukla  From here you continue to the main Everest trek trail through Tengboche monasteryNamche BazarKhumjung, and so on to reach Kalapatthar and Everest Base Camp

Out of numerous mountains, the topmost attractions will be Mt. Everest (8,848 m./29,029 ft) – the crown of the world, Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m/ 27,940 ft), Mt. Nuptse (7,861 m/ 25,791 ft), Mt. Ama Dablam (6,812 m/ 22,349 ft), Mt. Pumori (7,161 m/23,494 ft), Mt. Thamserku (6,608 m/ 21,680 ft), Kantenga(6782m/22250ft), Cho-Latse(6440m/21128ft), Tawache(6495m/21309) and others.

 You not only have the splendid mountain view and new trekking trail to explore but are also enthralled by rich sherpa cultural heritages, festivals, and lifestyles of various ethnic populations.  Mountain Delights Treks and Expedition as a leading trekking organizer offers an expert guide and carefully designed itinerary of the trekking to Everest base camp from Salleri.

Salleri /Phaplu to Everest Base Camp Trekking Itinerary

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bed 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 later.

duration4-5 bed Hotel meals 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.

duration10-12 bed Lodge meals 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.

duration5-6 hrs bed Lodge meals 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.

bed Lodge meals 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.

 

duration5 bed Lodge meals 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.

duration1.5 - 4 bed Lodge meals 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.

duration5 bed Lodge meals 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.

duration5 bed Lodge meals 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.

duration5 bed Lodge meals 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.  

duration5 bed Lodge meals 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.

duration9 bed Lodge meals 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.

duration7 bed Lodge meals 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.

duration4 bed Lodge meals 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.

duration6 bed Lodge meals 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.

duration4 bed Lodge meals 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.

duration20-30min bed Hotel meals 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.

duration4 hrs bed Hotel meals 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. 

duration30min meals Brekfast

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

Salleri /Phaplu to Everest Base Camp Trekking Route Map

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Salleri /Phaplu to Everest Base Camp Trekking Cost Include/Exclude

What are Included In My Package ?

  • Pick up and drop service with representative
  • 3 star standard hotels with breakfast in Kathmandu (Nepal’s star standard can be different)
  • Tea house (Lodge) accommodation during the trek.
  • All meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
  • Tea/Coffee (3 times a day).
  • Professional trekking guide, Porter (Helper) and assistant guide above 5 paxs.
  • Air ticket (Lukla –Kathmandu).
  • All food, drinks, Lodge, salary, Insurance, medical equipment, all transport for Trekking Staff.
  • Private 4 wheeler drive from Kathmandu to Salleri.
  • Kathmandu cultural and Historical sightseeing with Tour guide, Private transportation and entrance fee.
  • Trekking Permit (TIMS).
  • Certificate after the trek.
  • Seasonal fruits during the trek.
  • First aid box with oxymeter.
  • Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park Entry Permit.
  • Down Jacket, a sleeping bag, Fleece liner and a duffel bag.
  • All government taxes

What are excluded from the package ?

  • Any bar bills (alcoholic drinks, mineral water, and cold drinks), cigarettes, client’s personal insurance, and any kind of unforeseen expenses.
  • Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Tips for Guide Porter & Driver (Tips are not compulsory but expected)
  • Anything that is not mentioned in Inclusion

Salleri /Phaplu to Everest Base Camp Trekking Altitude Profile

Traveller Useful Information

Equipment Checklist

This list is only a guideline. While you are required to bring everything on this list, there are numerous options, brands, and versions of each piece of equipment. Use your experience and the listed features to find the best gear for you. Many of the items listed can be easily found in stores in Kathmandu for cheaper prices.

General

  • Four-season sleeping bag (Optional: we can provide one if you need it but is to be returned after the trek)
  • Duffel or Rucksack bag and suitcase (Optional: we can provide a Duffel bag if you need it and have to return after the trek)
  • Daypack
  • Down Jacket (Optional/we can provide if you need one but is to be returned after the trek)

Upper Body - Head / Ears / Eyes

  • Shade hat or baseball cap
  • Warm wool or synthetic hat that covers your ears.
  • Balaclava: lightweight, thinner variety.
  • Glacier glasses
  • Headlamp
  • Some people like ear-muffs; These are optional; a good hat, balaclava, and hooded jacket should be sufficient, but this is a personal choice for some people.
  • A neck warmer is another piece of gear for extra warmth if you feel you will need it (optional).

Hand

  • One pair of liner gloves, thin wool or synthetic, is useful alone on mild days or as a layer inside other gloves/mitts for additional warmth.
  • One pair of warm gloves (heavier fleece or wool).
  • Instant hand warmers are always nice in a pinch, but really shouldn't be necessary on the trek.

Bringing appropriate hand protection, as recommended above, should be sufficient (optional).

Core Body

  • T-shirts (2).
  • Light and expedition-weight thermal tops.
  • fleece jacket or pullover.
  • Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional).
  • Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket.
  • 2 women's sports bras, synthetic, no cotton!
  • Long shirts

Lower Body: Legs:

  • Two pairs of nylon hiking shorts - Quick drying type, not cotton!
  • Underwear: stay away from cotton (4).
  • Two pairs of lightweight long underwear - capilene or other synthetic.
  • A pair of soft shell pants - synthetic, full zip from top and bottom preferable.
  • Two pairs trekking pants, preferably that zip on/off at the knees so they double as shorts.
  • One pair hard shell pants. Waterproof / breathable, Gore-Tex or equivalent is best. Should zip from the top and bottom - this makes it easier to put on over boots without getting undressed should the weather change once you are underway for the day.
  • One pair cotton pants (loose jeans/khakis).

All clothing should be kept dry using waterproof stuff sacks or large puncture-resistant plastic bags.

Feet

  • Two to three pairs of liner socks, synthetic or capilene.
  • Two-three pairs heavy weight socks to be worn over liner socks.
  • One pair light weight socks, a good option for the lower / warmer parts of the trail.
  • One pair of light to medium weight water proof hiking/trekking boots. Ensure a good fit with layered socks and you have worn then before to get used to it (otherwise you will get lots of blister).
  • One pair of light trekking shoes or sneakers. Good for around the camp/lodges and in Kathmandu.
  • One pair of hiking gaiters, good for keeping dust and rocks out of your shoes/boots as well as keeping your feet dry as necessary (Optional).
  • One pair of sandals (Optional).

Medicines and First Aid Kits

(Please note that our guide will also carry the first aid kit bag during the trek. However, we still recommend you bring your first aid kit as well)

  • Extra Strength Excedrin for altitude-related headaches.
  • Ibuprofen for general aches and pains.
  • Immodium or Pepto bismol capsules for upset stomach or diarrhea.
  • Diamox (commonly prescribed as Acetazolamide) 125 or 250mg tablets for altitude sickness. Please discuss this with us before starting to take this medicine.
  • One small personal-sized first-aid kit with blister treatments such as mole skin, band-aids, some waterproof tape, anti-infection ointments, etc. Your guides will have more extensive medical gear, but you should have the basics for general use.

Miscellaneous

  • Passport and extra passport photos (4 copies).
  • Airline ticket (Please make a copy and leave it at our office in KTM just in case if you need to change the date of your ticket).
  • Durable wallet/pouch for travel documents, money & passports.
  • Lip balm. At least SPF 20, 2 sticks. A string taped to the stick is helpful, to hang around your neck and some are now being sold with a cord already attached. It is handy as it prevents you from having to stop and look for it.
  • Sunscreen. SPF 40 is recommended and should be relatively new since it loses its effectiveness over time.
  • Pocket knife or small Swiss Army type.
  • Water purification Iodine tablets or Polar-pure crystals.
  • Toiletry kit. Be sure to include toilet paper stored in a plastic bag, hand wipes, liquid hand sanitizer, towels, soap, etc.
  • Two bandanas.

Optional

  • One pair of adjustable trekking poles. Although these are listed as optional, they can be of great assistance to people who may think of themselves as generally clumsy or with bad knees, ankles, etc, especially when going downhill
  • Favorite snack foods, no more than 2 pounds
  • Paperback books, cards, and an MP3 player (there are a couple of stops where you could recharge. Avoid playing with moving hardware, as it may not function. Remember, keep these items lightweight
  • Binoculars
  • One lightweight point-and-shoot camera or a large SLR. Digital cameras are fine, but you must keep the batteries warm when not in use
  • Hydration bladder with drinking tube and tube insulator
  • A pee bottle for men and a pee funnel for women, some swear by them to avoid that chilly late night trip
  • One small stainless steel thermos

All garments should be kept dry using waterproof stuff sacks or large puncture-resistant plastic bags.

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Salleri /Phaplu to Everest Base Camp Trekking Salleri /Phaplu to Everest Base Camp Trekking
Destination
Nepal
Group Size
1-16 Pax
Region
Everest
Trip Duration
16 + 4= 20 Days
Activities
Trekking
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
Hotel/Lodge
Max Elevation
5545
Best Month
Autumn/Spring
Trip Grade
Difficult
Trek Starts / Ends
Kathmandu
Transportation
Car/Bus/Jeep

Overview

This trek begins with quite a long drive on the newly constructed BP Highway along the Sunkoshi River. Driving on this mountain highway offers spectacular sceneries of lush forests, water gorges, the Sunkoshi river valley, and terraced farming fields with dotted colorful villages.Salleri –the administrative capital of Solukhumbu district where you can drive and now a days you can drive more further to Thamdanda.

 Salleri to Everest Base Camp trek covers a less touristic  the first section  until Lukla. Those who do not want to take flight have  this option.You spend  first night at sallery and again drive next morning.  you passing through various settlements, pasturelands, pine and oak forests, and many tiny streams to join the main trail of the trekking to Everest base camp in lukla  From here you continue to the main Everest trek trail through Tengboche monasteryNamche BazarKhumjung, and so on to reach Kalapatthar and Everest Base Camp

Out of numerous mountains, the topmost attractions will be Mt. Everest (8,848 m./29,029 ft) – the crown of the world, Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m/ 27,940 ft), Mt. Nuptse (7,861 m/ 25,791 ft), Mt. Ama Dablam (6,812 m/ 22,349 ft), Mt. Pumori (7,161 m/23,494 ft), Mt. Thamserku (6,608 m/ 21,680 ft), Kantenga(6782m/22250ft), Cho-Latse(6440m/21128ft), Tawache(6495m/21309) and others.

 You not only have the splendid mountain view and new trekking trail to explore but are also enthralled by rich sherpa cultural heritages, festivals, and lifestyles of various ethnic populations.  Mountain Delights Treks and Expedition as a leading trekking organizer offers an expert guide and carefully designed itinerary of the trekking to Everest base camp from Salleri.

Short Itinerary

Day 1 :
Kathmandu Arrival (1,300 m/4265ft):
Day 2 :
Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour / 4-5 Hrs:
Day 3 :
Drive to Salleri / Phaplu (2400 M/ 7900ft) | 12 hrs drive:
Day 4 :
Drive from Salleri /Phaplu to Surke – 2,290 m / 7,513 f ( 5-6 hrs drive)
Day 5: Trek from Surke to Phakding,2,610 m / 8,563 ft(4 hrs walk) :
Day 6 :
Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,286 ft)| 5 hrs walk :
Day 6 :
Acclimatization day to the Everest View Hotel (3,880 m/12565ft) – Namche 1.5 – 4 hrs walk:
Day 7 :
Trek Namche to Tengboche (3,860 m/ 12,664 ft) / 5 hrs walk:
Day 8 :
Trek to Dingboche (4,410 m/ 14,468 ft) 4. 5 hours walk:
Day 9 :
Dingboche to Chukung (4,710 m/15452ft) and return | 4 hrs trek:
Day 10 :
Trek to Lobuche (4,910 m/ 16,108 ft) / 4.5 hrs walk:
Day 11 :
Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m/ 17,598 ft) then back to Gorakshep (5,164 m/ 16,942 ft) 7- 9 hours walk :
Day 12 :
Hike up to Kalapatthar (5,545 m/ 18,192 ft) - trek down to Pheriche (4,371 m/ 14,340 ft) / walk 7 hours:
Day 13 :
4 hrs walk:
Day 14 :
Trek Phortse to Monjo (2835 m/9301ft) / 6 hrs walk:
Day 15 :
Trek from Monjo – Lukla (2,840 m/ 9,317 ft) / 4 hrs walk:
Day 16 :
Lukla – Ramechhap/Kathmandu (1300 m)/ fly 20-30 mins:
Day 17 :
Love Kathmandu Tour (Hidden places in Kathmandu and Durbar square): 4 hrs
Day 18 :
Departure Day:

Details Itinerary

Day 1 : Kathmandu Arrival (1,300 m/4265ft):

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: 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 later.


Day 2 : Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour / 4-5 Hrs:

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Hotel

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.

MEALS
B

Day 3 : Drive to Salleri / Phaplu (2400 M/ 7900ft) | 12 hrs drive:

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Lodge

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.

MEALS
B/L/D

Day 4 : Drive from Salleri /Phaplu to Surke – 2,290 m / 7,513 f ( 5-6 hrs drive)

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Lodge

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.

MEALS
B/L/D

Day 5: Trek from Surke to Phakding,2,610 m / 8,563 ft(4 hrs walk) :

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Lodge

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.

 

MEALS
B/L/D

Day 6 : Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,286 ft)| 5 hrs walk :

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Lodge

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.

MEALS
B/L/D

Day 6 : Acclimatization day to the Everest View Hotel (3,880 m/12565ft) – Namche 1.5 – 4 hrs walk:

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Lodge

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.

MEALS
B/L/D

Day 7 : Trek Namche to Tengboche (3,860 m/ 12,664 ft) / 5 hrs walk:

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Lodge

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.

MEALS
B/L/D

Day 8 : Trek to Dingboche (4,410 m/ 14,468 ft) 4. 5 hours walk:

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Lodge

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.

MEALS
B/L/D

Day 9 : Dingboche to Chukung (4,710 m/15452ft) and return | 4 hrs trek:

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Lodge

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.  

MEALS
B/L/D

Day 10 : Trek to Lobuche (4,910 m/ 16,108 ft) / 4.5 hrs walk:

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Lodge

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.

MEALS
B/L/D

Day 11 : Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m/ 17,598 ft) then back to Gorakshep (5,164 m/ 16,942 ft) 7- 9 hours walk :

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Lodge

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.

MEALS
B/L/D

Day 12 : Hike up to Kalapatthar (5,545 m/ 18,192 ft) - trek down to Pheriche (4,371 m/ 14,340 ft) / walk 7 hours:

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Lodge

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.

MEALS
B/L/D

Day 13 : 4 hrs walk:

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Lodge

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.

MEALS
B/L/D

Day 14 : Trek Phortse to Monjo (2835 m/9301ft) / 6 hrs walk:

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Lodge

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.

MEALS
B/L/D

Day 15 : Trek from Monjo – Lukla (2,840 m/ 9,317 ft) / 4 hrs walk:

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Lodge

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.

MEALS
B/L/D

Day 16 : Lukla – Ramechhap/Kathmandu (1300 m)/ fly 20-30 mins:

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Hotel

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.

MEALS
B/L/D

Day 17 : Love Kathmandu Tour (Hidden places in Kathmandu and Durbar square): 4 hrs

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days Accomodation: Hotel

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. 

MEALS
B/L/D

Day 18 : Departure Day:

Duration: 16 + 4= 20 Days

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

MEALS
Brekfast

Route Map

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Include/Exclude

What are Included In My Package ?

  • Pick up and drop service with representative
  • 3 star standard hotels with breakfast in Kathmandu (Nepal’s star standard can be different)
  • Tea house (Lodge) accommodation during the trek.
  • All meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
  • Tea/Coffee (3 times a day).
  • Professional trekking guide, Porter (Helper) and assistant guide above 5 paxs.
  • Air ticket (Lukla –Kathmandu).
  • All food, drinks, Lodge, salary, Insurance, medical equipment, all transport for Trekking Staff.
  • Private 4 wheeler drive from Kathmandu to Salleri.
  • Kathmandu cultural and Historical sightseeing with Tour guide, Private transportation and entrance fee.
  • Trekking Permit (TIMS).
  • Certificate after the trek.
  • Seasonal fruits during the trek.
  • First aid box with oxymeter.
  • Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park Entry Permit.
  • Down Jacket, a sleeping bag, Fleece liner and a duffel bag.
  • All government taxes

What are excluded from the package ?

  • Any bar bills (alcoholic drinks, mineral water, and cold drinks), cigarettes, client’s personal insurance, and any kind of unforeseen expenses.
  • Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Tips for Guide Porter & Driver (Tips are not compulsory but expected)
  • Anything that is not mentioned in Inclusion

Traveller Useful Information

Equipment Checklist

This list is only a guideline. While you are required to bring everything on this list, there are numerous options, brands, and versions of each piece of equipment. Use your experience and the listed features to find the best gear for you. Many of the items listed can be easily found in stores in Kathmandu for cheaper prices.

General

  • Four-season sleeping bag (Optional: we can provide one if you need it but is to be returned after the trek)
  • Duffel or Rucksack bag and suitcase (Optional: we can provide a Duffel bag if you need it and have to return after the trek)
  • Daypack
  • Down Jacket (Optional/we can provide if you need one but is to be returned after the trek)

Upper Body - Head / Ears / Eyes

  • Shade hat or baseball cap
  • Warm wool or synthetic hat that covers your ears.
  • Balaclava: lightweight, thinner variety.
  • Glacier glasses
  • Headlamp
  • Some people like ear-muffs; These are optional; a good hat, balaclava, and hooded jacket should be sufficient, but this is a personal choice for some people.
  • A neck warmer is another piece of gear for extra warmth if you feel you will need it (optional).

Hand

  • One pair of liner gloves, thin wool or synthetic, is useful alone on mild days or as a layer inside other gloves/mitts for additional warmth.
  • One pair of warm gloves (heavier fleece or wool).
  • Instant hand warmers are always nice in a pinch, but really shouldn't be necessary on the trek.

Bringing appropriate hand protection, as recommended above, should be sufficient (optional).

Core Body

  • T-shirts (2).
  • Light and expedition-weight thermal tops.
  • fleece jacket or pullover.
  • Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional).
  • Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket.
  • 2 women's sports bras, synthetic, no cotton!
  • Long shirts

Lower Body: Legs:

  • Two pairs of nylon hiking shorts - Quick drying type, not cotton!
  • Underwear: stay away from cotton (4).
  • Two pairs of lightweight long underwear - capilene or other synthetic.
  • A pair of soft shell pants - synthetic, full zip from top and bottom preferable.
  • Two pairs trekking pants, preferably that zip on/off at the knees so they double as shorts.
  • One pair hard shell pants. Waterproof / breathable, Gore-Tex or equivalent is best. Should zip from the top and bottom - this makes it easier to put on over boots without getting undressed should the weather change once you are underway for the day.
  • One pair cotton pants (loose jeans/khakis).

All clothing should be kept dry using waterproof stuff sacks or large puncture-resistant plastic bags.

Feet

  • Two to three pairs of liner socks, synthetic or capilene.
  • Two-three pairs heavy weight socks to be worn over liner socks.
  • One pair light weight socks, a good option for the lower / warmer parts of the trail.
  • One pair of light to medium weight water proof hiking/trekking boots. Ensure a good fit with layered socks and you have worn then before to get used to it (otherwise you will get lots of blister).
  • One pair of light trekking shoes or sneakers. Good for around the camp/lodges and in Kathmandu.
  • One pair of hiking gaiters, good for keeping dust and rocks out of your shoes/boots as well as keeping your feet dry as necessary (Optional).
  • One pair of sandals (Optional).

Medicines and First Aid Kits

(Please note that our guide will also carry the first aid kit bag during the trek. However, we still recommend you bring your first aid kit as well)

  • Extra Strength Excedrin for altitude-related headaches.
  • Ibuprofen for general aches and pains.
  • Immodium or Pepto bismol capsules for upset stomach or diarrhea.
  • Diamox (commonly prescribed as Acetazolamide) 125 or 250mg tablets for altitude sickness. Please discuss this with us before starting to take this medicine.
  • One small personal-sized first-aid kit with blister treatments such as mole skin, band-aids, some waterproof tape, anti-infection ointments, etc. Your guides will have more extensive medical gear, but you should have the basics for general use.

Miscellaneous

  • Passport and extra passport photos (4 copies).
  • Airline ticket (Please make a copy and leave it at our office in KTM just in case if you need to change the date of your ticket).
  • Durable wallet/pouch for travel documents, money & passports.
  • Lip balm. At least SPF 20, 2 sticks. A string taped to the stick is helpful, to hang around your neck and some are now being sold with a cord already attached. It is handy as it prevents you from having to stop and look for it.
  • Sunscreen. SPF 40 is recommended and should be relatively new since it loses its effectiveness over time.
  • Pocket knife or small Swiss Army type.
  • Water purification Iodine tablets or Polar-pure crystals.
  • Toiletry kit. Be sure to include toilet paper stored in a plastic bag, hand wipes, liquid hand sanitizer, towels, soap, etc.
  • Two bandanas.

Optional

  • One pair of adjustable trekking poles. Although these are listed as optional, they can be of great assistance to people who may think of themselves as generally clumsy or with bad knees, ankles, etc, especially when going downhill
  • Favorite snack foods, no more than 2 pounds
  • Paperback books, cards, and an MP3 player (there are a couple of stops where you could recharge. Avoid playing with moving hardware, as it may not function. Remember, keep these items lightweight
  • Binoculars
  • One lightweight point-and-shoot camera or a large SLR. Digital cameras are fine, but you must keep the batteries warm when not in use
  • Hydration bladder with drinking tube and tube insulator
  • A pee bottle for men and a pee funnel for women, some swear by them to avoid that chilly late night trip
  • One small stainless steel thermos

All garments should be kept dry using waterproof stuff sacks or large puncture-resistant plastic bags.

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