Everest High Passes Trek

There you will be met by our Airport Representative and transferred to the hotel by private tourist vehicle. Overnight at hotel on BB plan.

Fly to Lukla, the trail descends, gradually passing above the large village of Chaunrikharaka (2680m) and on through small villages, fields, and forests following a wide well-constructed path. After Kusum Drargka, a large stream, the trail crosses the Dudh Kosi river at Phakding. Overnight at guest house.

From Phakding the trail follows the western bank of Dudh Kosi passing through forests of Blue Pine until it reaches the village of Benkar (2700m). From here the trail crosses to the eastern bank of the Dudh Kosi and climbs gently to the village of Chumoa. Between here and the next village of Monjo (2800m) the trail drops steeply to cross Monjo Khola. From Monjo, the trail crosses a small rock saddle and then descends abruptly to re-cross the Dudh Kosi at Jorsale (2804m). Beyond Jorsale the trail undulates up until the confluence with Bhote Kosi is reached. From here the Khumbu region begins. Above the bridge, the trail zigzags up 300m of the steep spur between the two rivers through sparse forest. From the top of the spur, Mt. Everest can be seen rising above the Nuptse-Lhotse wall. The next section of the trail climbs less steeply, traversing above the Bhote Kosi until Namche Bazaar is reached. Namcha Bazaar is a market town, where every Saturday morning traders from lower altitudes sell goods to sherpas. Most of the trading is over by mid-day and the traders return to their villages. Overnight at guest house.

Known as the ‘Gateway to Everest’ we will spend today here in order to acclimatize and adjust to the thinning air. A short trek to the museum celebrating the traditional customs of the Sherpa people, as well as about flora & Fauna & itis land, more importantly, from here you will get the proper glimpse of Everest and the surrounding mountains. And we hike up the Syanbuche airport, and Everest view hotel and sightseeing at the Khumjung village (3800m/12,466ft), which is the biggest settlement of Sherpa. Khumjung is one of the most beautiful villages in Everest area. It’s symmetrically laid out stone dwellings house the families of many of our Sherpas.

An enjoyable walk down to the river at Phunki Thanhka to lunch next to water driven prayer wheels. A steep but short climb takes us to Tengboche Monastery through forests of blue pine, fir and black juniper then we continue trek down to Debuche for overnight stay.

Our trek continues to climb as we head to the altitude of 4410m taking our time so as not to be affected by the thinning air. 

The trail is gradually ascent to Chhukung.

Chhukung to Lobuje(4910m/16108ft) via Kongmla pass(5525m/16729ft) enjoining with amazing mountain scenery.

We will trek to the highlight point of our trek today – Everest Base Camp. The walk to Everest Base Camp must be done through the slippery slopes of the Khumbu Glacier, therefore today’s part of the trek is slightly challenging. We will first reach the small village of Gorakshep, where the Everest Base Camp was once located before it was moved to the current spot.
The Everest Base Camp is at the distance of a short walk from Gorakshep. We will get a stunning view of the Khumbu Icefall and the surrounding mountains from Everest Base Camp. We will stay for some time at Everest Base Camp and return back to Gorak Shep for the overnight stay because there are no accommodation facilities at Everest Base Camp except for tents of climbers.

From our base at Gorak Shep we continue to climb this time hiking up Kalapathar. Leaving as early as possible to take advantage of the morning light, the panoramic views of Everest and the surrounding mountains, as we reach our destination of the Kalapathar viewpoint. Following this
we descend to Zongla.

We begin the day by climbing to Chola-la   at an altitude of 5483m crossing over and descending once more to Thagna (4500m). Overnight at guest house.

Today takes the trek to our final destination, Gokyo (4790m). We will make this camp our base for 2 nights.

This day early in the morning we have steep climb up to the top of Gokyo Ri (5483m/19083ft) ample rewards to one attempts this trip. There are stunning views of the supper Gokyo valley, the massive Ngozumpa Glacier and an incredible panoramic view of the whole Himalayas, such as giants as Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu (8481m), Cho-Oyu (8153m) and Gychung Kang (7922m) can be seen. Those who explore the glacier and Gokyo peak are rewarded.

Today we trek to Namche Bazaar at an altitude of 3440m / 11286ft where you can explore the Sherpa Monastry and the local foods including the local culture of the place. Then overnight stay at a comfortable tea house or lodge.

We trek down to Lukla at an altitude of 2804m / 8490ft. Similarly, today we will be walking about 6-7 hours on the journey. Then overnight at a suitable accommodation for the day.

An early morning flight back to Kathmandu. Flying time 30 minutes. O/N at hotel, B & B plan.

After breakfast, the trip ends, and our Airport Representative will drop you at the Kathmandu international airport for your final flight departure from Nepal.