For many their journey to Nepal would not be complete without a glimpse of the highest mountain on Earth.   For some it will be enough to view Everest from the Kathmandu valley rim on a clear day, it is also possible to sit in the comfort of a plane seat for the experience. Others however settle only for a more intimate meeting with the last earthly rung on the stairway to the heavens. Everest area is the most popular trekking region in Nepal.

The Everest Region is within Sagamartha National Park established in 1976 it lies some 120 kms North East of Kathmandu and covers an area of 1,148 sq. kms of the Himalayan ecological zone U.N.E.S.C.O. listed the Park as a World Heritage Site in 1979. The park includes the upper catchments areas of the Dudh Kosi and Bhote Kosi Rivers. The park is largely composed of rugged terrain and deep gorges within an elevation of 2845m at Monju to the top of the world, Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) at 8,848m above sea level. Other peaks above 6,000m are Lhotse, Cho-Oyu, Thamserku, Nuptse, Amadablam, and Pumori.

The vegetation at lower levels is dominated by silver fir, birch, rhododendron and juniper trees, at around 4500m the forest gives way to Juniper and rhododendron scrub. The park contains a variety of mammals, Himalayan thar, musk deer, the Himalayan red panda and the Himalayan black bear are all native to the park.

The famed Sherpa people, whose lives are interwoven with the teachings of Buddhism, live in the region. The renowned Tengboche and other monasteries are common gathering places to celebrate religious festivals such as Dumje and Mane Rumdu. In addition to Tengboche, Thame, Khumjung and Pangboche are some other famous monasteries.

The trek from Namche to Kala Pathar is very popular. The Gokyo Lake and Chukung valleys also provide spectacular views. The Thame Valley is popular for Sherpa culture while Phortse is famous for wildlife viewing. There are some high passes worth crossing over. However, the trekkers must have a guide and proper equipment for the trek.

Your Itinerary At a Glance

Day 01:  Transfer to airport for Kathmandu / Lukla flight. Arrive Lukla and start trek to Phakding. (From Kathmandu 45 minute to fly for Lukla (2886m), trek to Phakding (2640m) approx 3 hrs walk.

Day 02:  Trek Phakding / Namche Bazaar (3440 m.) approx 5 hrs walk.

Day 03:  Rest at Namche Bazaar or walk before breakfast to army camp to enjoy view of Mt. Everest from distance. Back to Namche for breakfast. Afternoon, it is good to go Syangboche or walk down to Khumjung Village for lunch. After having nice lunch back to Namche for rest. This best way to enjoy with your rest day.

Day 04:  Trek Namche Bazaar / Tyangboche (3867 m.) approx. 4 hrs walk

Day 05: Trek Tyangboche / Pheriche (4243m) approx. 5 hrs walk

Day 06:  Trek Pheriche / Lobuche (4930 m.) approx 5 hrs walk

Day 07: Trek Lobuche / Everest Base Camp / Gorak Shep approx 8 hrs walk

Day 08: Trek Gorak Shep / Kalapather (5545 m.) / Lobuche (4930 m.) approx 6 hrs walk.

Day 09: Trek Lobuche / Dingboche (4260 m.) approx 4 hrs walk.

Day 10: Trek Dingboche / Phortse approx 6 hrs walk.

Day 11: Trek Phortse / Namche approx 6 hrs walk.

Day 12: Trek Namche / Phakding approx 4 hrs walk

Day 13: Trek Phakding / Lukla. approx 4 hrs walk.

Day 14: Fly back to Kathmandu. Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel

This is sample itinerary and can changed to meet the changes in the field conditions.

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