Everest view trek is a short and easy trek to the famous Everest Region, suitable for trekkers of all age groups and capabilities. This trek offers you a quick experience of trekking in the Himalaya and fulfills dreams of many travelers to step into Everest region and see Mt. Everest for real.
The journey beings with an adventurous flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. The trail follows the sublime Dudhkoshi River crisscrossing Sagarmatha National Park which is a UNESCO world heritage site. You will stop by popular Sherpa settlements such as Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Monjo and Shanasha allowing you to immerse in local Sherpa culture and hospitality.
The high point of the trek is the visit to Tyanboche Monastery which is located at 3860m altitude. The monastery, the biggest and oldest in the region, has been the center of Tibetan Buddhism for centuriers. All along the trek you will be rewarded with spectacular views of Everest, Lhotse, Thamserku, Ama Dablam, Mt. Nupla (5885m) , Mt. Kusum Kang (6367m.) among others.
The best season for Everest View trek is either Spring or Autumn however, due to low altitude, trekking trail is open throughout the year.
Trek from Lukla to Phakding (2640 m.) takes approximately three hours. You will start your trek from Lukla following a gentle elevation towards the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi River. You will view Mt. Nupla (5885m) atop the Kongde Ridge at a distance from the opposite bank. You will then descend a mountainside path that merges with your route towards Everest, watching the magnificent Mt. Kusum Kang (6367m.) Stay overnight at lodge.
Namche Bazaar (3440m) is a beautiful Himalayan village located on the lap of mountain and at the bank of pristine Bhote Koshi River. Stay overnight at lodge.
You can have a saunter around the village on this day before heading towards Tyangboche. You can walk up to Khumjung and visit a monastery. You can also enjoy the splendid views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Tawoche, and Kwangde. You may also take an hour's walk up to Syangboche (3800m.) where Everest View Hotel is situated above Namche for an outstanding view of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. Stay overnight at lodge.
As you incline towards the forested zone you will witness the magnificent views of mountain range. You continue your walk towards the face of the mountain and eventually you will enter Tyangboche (3860m) from the stone gate built by lamas. Stay overnight at lodge.
You can have a morning visit to the Tyangboche monastery and the nearby museum while in the afternoon you will walk downhill to Phungitenga through the beautiful forest of juniper, rhododendron and fir. After crossing the Dudh Koshi river, you will elevate towards Trashinga from where the trail contours high above the valley to Shanasha where you will spend the night. Stay overnight at lodge.
You can have a quick visit to nearby villages of Khunde and Khumjung which are only at a short distance off the main trail and are worth visiting. Khumjung has a beautiful monastery and Khunde has a small hospital run by the late Sir Edmund Hillary's Himalayan Trust. Eventually you will return to Namche passing through this route. You will also pass through Everest View Hotel and the Syangboche airstrip before reaching Namche where you take a halt for lunch. After the lunch you will trek downhill and then walk along the river bank back to Jorsale where you will leave the national park before continuing towards Monjo. Stay overnight at lodge.
You re-trace your steps along the Dudh Koshi, crossing the western bank at Benkar. You will have a leisurely walk watching the blue pine and rhododendron forest, and with views of Kusum Kangaru at the background. Have an early lunch at Phakding and in the afternoon you will incline towards the airstrip in Lukla. You will have a wonderful recreational evening with a farewell dinner and celebratory drinks and dancing with Sherpa companions. Stay overnight at lodge.
You will board an early morning flight back to Kathmandu enjoying the fantastic views of the mountains if the weather is clear.
Below is a list of equipment and clothing required for trekking. The necessity of these items depends on the type, altitude, timing and destination of trekking. Appropriate trekking gears are not only required for the comfort/pleasure of your trek but also to improve safety factor. Please have a look over these items in order to fully prepare and thoroughly enjoy the trekking.
General Items:
Daypack, Rucksack, Sleeping bag, Duffel bag, Walking Poles, walking boots, sandals, Toiletries (Soaps, Toilet papers, Sanitizers, toothpaste, tooth brush, etc.)
Clothing Items:
Thermal underwear, Down jacket, Shorts, Trekking trousers, Towels, Woolen gloves, Gaiters, Fleece jacket or Pullover, Wind/water proof jacket, Raincoat, Warm socks, buff
Sun-worn Items:
Sun hat, Sunglasses, Snow goggles, Sunscreen, Lip balm
Gadgets:
Headlamp, Flash light, Binoculars, Cameras (chargers and batteries),
Liquid/Snacks:
Water bottle/bladder, Water purification Iodine tablets, Energy bars and snacks
Medical Essentials:
First Aid Kit
Optional:
Altimeter, Compass, Binoculars, Books/magazines, GPS, Pocket knife, Candles (for lodges), Notebook with pencil/pen, etc
Additional items for camping trek:
Tent, Stove and fuel, Utensils for cooking, eating and drinking, sleeping mattresses
Note: We can also provide sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, walking poles, and First Aid Kit in case if you don’t have one. These items are inclusive of total package price.
Mas
I organized a relatively last minute trip with the team late this year. Everything was fantastic.
Sora Ramnebo
We had a wonderful trek and great time everyone. The mountains were amazing and peaceful, the trek was difficult + fun, and all the serious were excellent.
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