Everest View Trek

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Trip Overview

Overview

The Everest View Trek offers a remarkable and less physically demanding journey compared to the full-scale Everest Base Camp Trek, making it an ideal choice for those seeking an unforgettable Himalayan adventure with moderate difficulty. Lasting around 8 to 10 days, this trek takes you through the stunning Khumbu region of Nepal, allowing you to witness some of the world's highest peaks up close. The journey typically begins with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, a small mountain airstrip. From Lukla, trekkers also traverse picturesque Sherpa villages, lush rhododendron forests, and cascading rivers, immersing themselves in the region's rich culture and warm hospitality. The trail meanders through Namche Bazaar, the bustling Sherpa hub, offering a chance to acclimatize and explore the local markets and monasteries. As the trek progresses, breathtaking vistas of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and other soaring peaks dominate the landscape, leaving trekkers in awe of nature's grandeur. The famed vantage point, Tengboche, with its ancient monastery and serene backdrop, presents a perfect opportunity for reflection and photography. The trek continues towards Khumjung and Khunde villages, providing an insight into the Sherpa way of life. Trekkers often visit the Hillary School and the Khunde Hospital, contributing to the region's welfare. Despite being a shorter trek, the Everest View Trek doesn't compromise on breathtaking panoramas and cultural encounters. It caters to a wide range of adventurers, from seasoned hikers to families with children or those short on time. With the mighty Himalayas as the backdrop, trekkers savor unforgettable sunrises and sunsets, turning the mountains into vivid hues of gold and pink.

Conclusion and Summary

Overall, the Everest View Trek offers an incredible opportunity to experience the magnificence of the Himalayas, immerse in the Sherpa culture, and create cherished memories that last a lifetime. Whether you are an avid trekker or a novice explorer, this journey promises an extraordinary and soul-stirring adventure in the lap of the world's highest peaks.

Trip Highlights

  • Scenic flight to Lukla
  • Mount Everest (8,848m)
  • Relaxed and easy trek in the Everest region
  • Sagarmatha National Park (UNESCO World Heritage site)
  • The famous Sherpa town – Namche Bazaar
  • Highland wildlife like musk deer and Himalayan Monal
  • Ancient monastery in Tengboche
  • Wide range of flora and fauna
  • Other beautiful high peaks – Mt. Lhotse(8,516m) and Cho Oyu (8,201m)

Itinerary

Day 01: Airport – Hotel in Kathmandu (1350m)

You will be Picked up by our airport representative and transfer to the Hotel. After your refreshment you can walk around your Hotel.

Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley

After having breakfast, you begin your tour to Bhaktapur, “City of Devotees”, Pashupatinath, “the most Visited Hindu Pilgrimage Site” and Boudhanath, “Largest Buddhist Stupa from Nepal”. In the evening, You Just drive back to the Hotel and Stay Overnight.

Day 03: Kathmandu – Lukla – Phakding (2623m)

You Just drive early to the airport for your Lukla flight and Continue trek to Phakding approx. 4 hrs and Stay Overnight in a Tea House.

Day 04: Phakding – Namche Bazaar (3435m)

Here, the trail continues to Chhumawa with the beautiful Scenery of Waterfalls along with the magnificent view of Thamserku Himal. Here, you cross a long Suspension bridge and reach Monju- Jorsale. Now, you cross Dudhkosi again, the trail ascends till Namche Bazaar approx. 7 hrs.

Day 05: Namche Bazaar (3435m)

Here, you Spend one more day for acclimatization. Either you can hike to Khunde- Khumjung or Just visit to the Sherpa museum Where, you acquire detail information regarding the  Flora and Fauna from this area.

Day 06: Namche Bazaar – Tengboche (3960m)

The trail descends to Dudhkosi, Where you Can have Spectacular views of Mt.Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8501m), Ama Dablam (6696m) and Khangtega (6779m) etc. Here you pass a little Village Phunki Thanga and Climb up to Tengboche through the beautiful rhododendron forest and finally, you reach your destination and you feel glad to see the Panorama and the ancient Buddhist monastery.

Day 07:Tengboche – Monjo (2920m)

The trail descends directly to Phunki Thanga and you cross a Suspension bridge. After that the trial gently ascends to Kyangjuma and arrives  Namche Bazaar and You descend to Dudhkosi river, Cross a Suspension bridge and finally, arrives your destination Monjo and Stay Overnight (approx. 7 hrs).

Day 08: Monjo – Lukla (2850m)

Here,You trek down Same way to reach Lukla through Phakding and Stay Overnight in a Lodge.

Day 09: Lukla – Kathmandu (1350m)

After having your hot breakfast, you Just drive to the airport for your flight to Kathmandu with the magnificent views of Mt.Everest, Kongde Himal and the entire Langtang ranges.Once you land there at the Kathmandu airport you Just drive to Your Hotel and stay Overnight.

Day 10: Kathmandu (1350m) Full Day Sightseeing

Here, you don’t have any Official Programmed So, either you can Just stay at your Hotel or You can go for Shopping and in the evening you enjoy the traditional Nepalese dinner with typical cultural dances.

 

Day 11: Hotel – Airport

You will be Picked up from your Hotel very much on time and transfer to the airport for your final departure.

Price Includes

  • Domestic flight (Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu) costs and airport departure taxes
  • All Standard Accommodation During the Trek.
  • All Standard meals during the trek
  • Government licensed English-speaking Friendship World Trek experienced trek leader and porter to help your luggage. Per trekker luggage weight limit is 9 kg.
  • Guides and porter’s cost, their meals, insurance, salary, lodging, transportation, flight, and other necessary equipment
  • Water purification tablets for safe drinking water
  • Sagarmatha National Park entry permit fee
  • Khumbu Pashang Lhamu Rural Municipality fees.
  • Snacks (cookies) and seasonal fresh fruits every day
  • All government, local taxes, and official expenses
  • Rescue operation arrangement in case of complicated health conditions (funded by travel insurance)
  • Souvenir – a company’s T-shirt & cap
  • Friendship World Trek trek achievement certificate
  • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu at the end of the trek

Price Excludes

  • International flight airfare
  • Nepal entry visa fees at Tribhuwan Internationa Airport
  • Excess baggage charges (Limit is 9kg per person)
  • All accommodation and meals in Kathmandu, before and after the journey
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu due to early arrival or late departure, or early return from the trek
  • Personal expenses (shopping, snacks, boil bottle water, hot (tea/coffee) and cold drinks, hot shower, alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone call, battery re-charge fees, extra porters, etc
  • Personal clothing and gear
  • Travel insurance which has to cover emergency high-altitude heli-rescue and evacuation (compulsory)
  • Tips for guide and porters
  • Additional costs caused due to circumstances beyond our control – including landslides, bad weather, itinerary modification for safety concerns, illnesses, change of government policies, strikes, etc
  • All the costs and expenses not listed in “cost includes” will be counted as excludes.
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