You will arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and find our company representative holding a pamphlet with your name on it. After greeting you, our representative will present you with a garland as a welcome gesture and then take you to your hotel in a private vehicle.
If you have not participated in the online trip briefing, we will conduct an official in-person briefing on this day. During the briefing, we will recheck your luggage to ensure you have packed all necessary items. Your instructor will also provide vital information, answer your queries, and motivate you. You can use the rest of the time to explore Kathmandu Valley. We suggest you visit UNESCO heritage sites such as Pashupatinath Temple, Swaymbhu Nath, and Durbar Squares.
The trekking starts on the third day. Early morning, after breakfast, we will take you to the Tribhuvan International Airport for a scenic flight to Lukla. Lukla is the gateway to the Khumbu region (Everest region), and as you reach Lukla, you will find yourself transported in a unique landscape with towering snow peaks surrounding you. After deboarding at Lukla, you will trek to Phakding.
After spending a night at Phakding, the following morning, we will take you to Namche Bazaar. It is the largest settlement in the Everest region and is also known as the gateway to Everest. While on the way, you will trek along the northern banks of Dudh Koshi River, cross several suspension bridges eventually reach the Sagarmatha National Park. At the Sagarmatha National Park check post we will register our permits and head into the forest. From the trails that pass through the forest, you can get the first glimpses of mount Everest.
You will have gained substantial height by reaching Namche Bazaar, so it is a good idea to acclimatize and relax at Namche Bazaar. Namche Bazaar is full of bakeries, internet-linked cafes, and restaurants, along with all sorts of shops, including those that sell mountaineering gear and equipment. You will also have the option to visit the Sherpa villages of Khunde and Khumjung. If you want to see mount Everest some more, you can choose to trek to the Everest View Hotel.
After breakfast, you will leave Namche Bazaar and head towards Tengboche. The trails are full of ups and downs that will exhaust you, but the views will reward you amply. As you pass through the forests, you might get glimpses of wildlife, such as musk deer, pheasant, and Himalayan tahr. Up ahead on the trail lies Phunki Thenga, and after Phunki Thenga, you will reach Tengboche. If we reach Tengboche early, we will trek forward to reach Deboche to spend the night.
From Tengboche, we trek ahead to reach Dingboche, passing through Pangboche village. As you tread forward, you will witness several chortens, mani walls, and other high-altitude settlements. The views of Ama Dablam from this path look absolutely stunning. The trails are quite demanding, but as you enter Imja Valley, you will get some relief just before tackling the steepest trail that reaches Dingboche. Dingboche is famous for its farmlands lined with stone walls to protect crops from cold and also wild animals.
You will be acclimatizing for the second day at Dingboche, as you would have achieved a substantial height. We will suggest ways to acclimatize and make the most out of the day at Dingboche. However, we recommend you hike to a ridge above Dingboche to enjoy the views of several snow-capped mountains like Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Cho Oyu, Island Peak, and Makalu.
Trekking Duration: 5 to 6 hours
Maximum Altitude: 4,900m
Accommodation: Teahouse
You’ll start the 9th day’s trek of the Lobuche Peak Climbing with a plan to reach Lobuche before nightfall. Now altitudes have reached around 5,000m and this part of trekking can be a bit more difficult than the past ones. You will move through a rough and steep trail to arrive at Duglha. One more steep climb takes you towards Chuki Lahara.
Then from Lahara, you will enjoy walking forward by memorial stupas for the lost ones. Now it will be a walk over the moraines of Khumbu Glacier to make it to Lobuche village. This village is the nearest settlement to Lobuche peak and from there you can take a look at various high peaks including Lobuche peak.
Maximum Altitude: EBC 5300 MTRS.
Trekking Duration: 6 to 7 hours
After breakfast, our journey continues following flat meadows. Shortly after, we head northward following Khumbu Glacier. Climbing onto the lateral moraine, we land Gorak Shep. On the way, we get panoramic views of snow-clad peaks and Khumbu Glacier itself.
we get our lunch. Subsequently, we head towards Everest Base Camp leaving our backpack there. Gradually walking upward via moraine of Khumbu Glacier, we reach our most awaited destination-EBC.
One shall get the vivid panoramic views of mount Khumbuste, mount Pumori and mount Nuptse keeping Mt. Everest in the background. Standing here trekkers get the mixed sensation of shifting emotions that a dream has come true.
With the mesmerizing view of Khumbu Icefall, we capture some charming views around. Spending some time on the base of the tallest peak of the world, we get back to Gorak Shep.
Kala Patthar Altitude: 5,644 meters
Lobuche East Base Camp Altitude: 4,950 meters
Walking Hours: 6-7 hrs
Overnight at: Tent
This is the day when you actually head towards Lobuche Peak, We will hike up to Kalapatthar 5555 MTRS, Approx. Kalapatthar, Takes two hours more or less , Best view of Mt. Everest and many more, Lotse, Noptse. , You’ll aim for reaching Lobuche Base Camp on time. After down from Kalapathar The Gorakshep-Lobuche Base Camp trail is a steep and rough track to walk over. You’ll push yourself following the footsteps of your guide. Then in a mid-way, you will see the glacier made from Lobuche Peak with bright mountain views above the glacier ground.
After rooting for Base camp for 5 to 6 hours from Gorakshep, you finally reach Lobuche Base Camp. There are no teahouses onwards from the Lobuche village so it is time to set up a tent. Your assisting companions will do that for you and it will be the first night of some more billion stars roofed night.
You will move one more step closer to the Lobuche summit by leaving for Lobuche High Camp from the Base Camp. While trekking on you will feel a change in the trails’ nature as they will have now become steeper and rougher. The trek duration is low around 3 to 4 hours but the slope is the thing that will make it long. Your team members will install a tent where you can take rest.
Later around the afternoon, your climbing guide will present some climbing skills and gear usage tips, tricks. This is all for making you competitive for the big day tomorrow, Lobuche Peak Climbing. After that, you will have enough sleep after lunch as you have to start early in the morning.
Weather permitting, this will be your biggest day as you leave Lobuche High Camp and head towards the summit with our Sherpa Climber leading the path. To avoid the afternoon wind, you will be climbing in the morning. From the top of Lobuche, you can get glorious views of some of the tallest mountains, including Everest (8,848m), Lhotse (8,516m), Nuptse (7,861m), Pumori (7,161m), Ama Dablam (6,812m), and Cholatse (6,440m). After savoring the views, you will return to Thukla to spend the night.
We have allocated one extra day for this trip to account for unfavorable weather. If you couldn’t climb to Lobuche East Peak yesterday, we will head for the peak on this day. Else, you will just rest and enjoy the views at Base Camp or Thukla.
After successfully summiting Lobuche, it is now time to return. There is no need for you to worry about more uphill climbs. It is time to descend. From Thukla, you will head towards Namche, passing Pheriche, Pangboche, and Tangboche. The trek will be a bit longer, but it is an easier trek day.
Today will be your last day in the trek region. You will leave Namche after breakfast and return to Lukla, where the your trek started. First, you will walk down to Dudh Koshi Valley and pass the beautiful village of Toktok before entering Lukla
After breakfast, you will leave Lukla and return to Kathmandu on a flight lasting for about forty minutes. We hope your flight will be comfortable as you relive the memories that you made in the Everest region. The whole experience might have changed you into a better person. Your trek ends in Kathmandu.
On the day you depart to your home country, we will transfer you from your hotel to Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport.
As your journey in the Himalayas comes to an end, it’s time to bid farewell to this awe-inspiring region and make your way back home. Leaving the mountains and the serene landscapes behind might be bittersweet, but the memories and experiences you’ve gathered will stay with you forever. Reflecting on the breathtaking views, the challenges overcome, and the warmth of the local communities, you’ll carry a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment from your trek in the Everest Region.
As you prepare to leave, take a moment to appreciate the beauty of the Himalayas one last time. The towering peaks, the flowing rivers, and the vast wilderness hold a special place in the hearts of all who have been fortunate enough to explore this unique part of the world.
On your way home, take with you the lessons learned from the mountains – the resilience, the appreciation for nature’s wonders, and the connection to a place so humbling and vast.
Remember to keep the memories alive through photographs and stories, sharing your experiences with loved ones and friends. Your journey to the Everest Region is a remarkable chapter in your life’s story, and it will continue to inspire and motivate you in the years to come.
As you say goodbye to the Himalayas, embrace the sense of gratitude for having had the opportunity to explore such a magnificent and pristine part of our planet. Safe travels back home, and may your heart be forever touched by the magic of the Himalayas. Until the next adventure, farewell!