Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek

Our representatives will meet you at the Tribhuvan International Airport on this day. They'll be waiting for you in the airport terminal shortly before your aircraft arrives. We'll transfer you to your accommodation in around 10-15 minutes after a brief introduction.

Get some rest and freshen yourself before we meet in the evening for a brief overview of the hike. You can clarify things up by questioning your journey leader further. Inspect all necessary items before the day finishes, so that if any products remain to be purchased, you can do them while in Thamel.

We'll start our Kathmandu City tour with a quick stop at Durbar Square, which is located in the heart of the city. It is a notable historical site in the city, including many old sculptures, paintings, and artifacts. There are many old structures, royal palaces, courtyards, and ponds that will give you a glimpse of Nepalese history and customs.

The majority of the wooden-carved temples and statues in this area depict traditional Newari art and culture. Among of the oldest and most notable structures you'll see during your tour to this UNESCO World Heritage site include Hanuman Dhoka, Kal Bhairav, and Kumari Ghar.

The day tour will then continue to Swayambhunath, one of Kathmandu's most important holy monuments. It is a sacred pilgrimage for Nepalese, particularly Buddhists, who visit the monastery on a regular basis to pay their respects.

Swayambhunath is located west of Kathmandu on a mountaintop overlooking the Kathmandu Valley. It is also known as the Monkey Temple since there are so many of these animals in the jungle. Around the holy complex, you will see various miniature stupas, Chortens, and Buddhist scripture.

Following our exploration of the monastery, we'll board our own vehicle and travel to another Buddhist stupa. It's as beautiful as Swayambhunath but not as old. During the journey, you may see more than 50 little gompas being built around the main stupa.
The key elements of the Boudhanath Stupa tour are prayer flags, mani wheels, and nonstop chants accompanied by musical instruments. We'll return to the hotel after visiting the sites, but we'll stop by Pashupatinath Temple on the way.

Overnight at: a lodge

We'll fly to Lukla early in the morning because the weather is magnificent at this time of year. Following a clear sky, we'll be treated to breathtaking vistas of lofty mountain ranges, picturesque villages, and bright valleys.

We'll be hovering above the huge fields for 30-40 minutes before arriving at the town. We'll have a short lunch break when the plane touches down and then begin walking the trails. The trek from Lukla to Phakding will take 2-3 days at a leisurely pace.

The trail runs off the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi River, providing a breathtaking vista for the majority of today's excursion. We'll arrive in Phakding after several ups and downs, where there are numerous lodges and motels for travelers to stay.

Overnight at: a guest house

We'll head for Namche Bazaar after obtaining enough sleep and eating a lovely breakfast. The hike begins with a nice uphill stroll alongside the terrace farm till you reach Bengar. The trail ends at Sagarmatha National Park, where the entrance fee is collected, after various ups and downs along the way.

From there, we'll cross the Dudh Koshi River suspension bridge and proceed through the riverside settlement of Jorsale. After navigating the zigzagged trails, the trail runs straight uphill for 2-3 hours.

We'll arrive at a police checkpoint where the tickets will be collected after navigating the difficult paths. After a few more hikes, the trail comes to a conclusion at Namche Bazaar, one of Khumbu's most famous Sherpa settlements. It's a lovely village with numerous little gompas, chortens, and prayer flags. The village also has various tea houses, chalets, and hotels where visitors can stay the night.

The routes above Namche are constantly inclining, increasing the risk of altitude sickness. To avoid the threat, we'll stay in Namche rather than continue our adventure. We'll spend the day off walking through the towns and climbing the trek to Hotel Everest View, which has spectacular views.

The route to the lookout is uphill with large pebbles and dust, taking us approximately 1-2 hours. Once reaching the clifftop, you'll receive your first close-up view of Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku.

When exploring the property, we'll also see deep canyons, beautiful forests, and rolling landscapes. After spending some time at Syangboche, we'll return to the village and spend the night there.

Overnight at: a tea house

We'll resume our journey after breakfast with a gradual downhill through Trashinga. The trail becomes steeper from here and continues indefinitely through the highly forested area. After around 20 minutes of walking on level ground, our pace will go up.

For approximately 1-2 hours, the trip is simple and peaceful, and then it begins to descend, losing all of the elevation gained. By crossing the old wooden bridge, we'll arrive at a modest teahouse where many travelers stay for lunch.

We'll push ourselves for another 2-3 hours walk after having some much-needed rest and a nice supper here, but this time the trail is steep. You'll see several ancient chortens and steep hills along the way as we approach closer to Tengboche.

As soon as we arrive at the village, you'll be able to see the breathtaking view of Imja Khola and the high ridge over Kunde's valley. Ama Dablam adds to the attractiveness of the village by providing equally stunning scenery in the background. Staying in a tea house for the night.

Overnight at: a tea house

We'll get up before dawn, clean ourselves, and then go to the Tengboche monastery for morning prayer. Before beginning the pilgrimage, we will do the rites and give our prayers.

Soon after, we'll leave the hamlet and climb uphill, where we'll have a long view of Ama Dablam and Kantega. The trail ascends steadily, passing past various Chortens and villages, including Pangboche. You can view stone-closed walls when strolling around town.

The route from Tengboche to Dingboche takes 5-6 hours to complete, however it is relatively difficult. When you arrive in the village, you'll be greeted by breathtaking views of sweeping hills, gleaming mountains, tall hills, and lovely valleys. We're going to spend the night in a tea house.

After a long day, it's critical that we take a day off from the walk to relax. Instead of walking to Dingboche, we'll visit the hamlet and tour its prominent landmarks and points of interest. We'll acclimate by hiking Nagarjun Hill at 16,500 feet. It is situated on the outskirts of the Chukhung Valley, close above Dingboche.

The hikes last around 3-4 hours and take us on an off-the-beaten-path path with rocks and boulders. When you reach the mountaintop, you'll be treated to a spectacular view of Chukhung Ri, Taboche Peak, Kangtega, and Thamserku. There are plenty of lodges and guest homes to accommodate the trekkers ascending the slope. But we won't stay here long and will instead return to Dingboche. Staying in a lodge for the night.

Overnight at: a lodge

The trail descends from Dingboche to the town of Pheriche. It begins going steeply along the river valley after crossing the river. The paths are rough and dirty from here on out, so few villagers and porters volunteer to continue ahead.

We'll arrive at Dugla after about 2 hours of trekking and cross a little wooden bridge across the river fed by Khumbu Glacier. We'll have a quick midday stop at Dugla before continuing on our adventure. The trail ascends for over an hour from here, followed by a short trek to the town of Lobuche.

Throughout the journey, we will be able to see Mt. Everest, as well as Changtse, Makalu, Pumori, and Gyachung Kang. We'll be able to see the rocky slopes, sheer glaciers, and snowy crest even after we get in Lobuche. Staying in a lodge for the night.

Overnight at: a tea house

After breakfast, we'll proceed to the route for a walk to Gorakshep, which is a little more difficult than the others so far. They are rugged and full with rocks and boulders, making it difficult for trekkers to reach the distant village.

The path extends 2.8 miles from the hamlet and follows the rocky moraine, providing a fascinating vista of peaceful glacier lakes and icebergs beneath the Khumbu Glacier. The routes leading to Gorakshep are clogged with loose rocks and difficult to ascend.

Trekkers are more prone to suffer from altitude sickness because the altitude continues to rise from here. As a result, we'll hike the trail gently, taking about 4-5 hours. We'll have lunch in the little settlement and then trek the trail to Gorakshep shortly after.

Depending on the effect of high altitude, the long march ahead of the path could take 2-3 hours. We'll finally arrive at Everest Base Camp after crossing the Khumbu Glacier's base. Standing at the base of the Khumbu Icefall, we get a spectacular view of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Cho Oyu, and Pumori.

The topography and sceneries are magnificent, with glistening glaciers above the base camp. Several tented camps erected up by Everest climbers can be seen during the exploration. Following the sightseeing, we'll return to Gorakshep using the same route as before.

This time, the hike is a little simpler because most of the trails are downhill. We'll be back at the settlement on the edge of the frozen lakebed in an hour or so, with a spectacular view. Overnight accommodation is provided at a tea house.

Overnight at: a lodge

We'll get up early today to race to Kala Patthar, which stands at 18,513 feet. It is one of the most beautiful places in Khumbu, located on the south ridge of Pumori. Although the climb from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar takes only 1-2 hours, it is tough because to increasing altitude and unmarked routes.

Before leveling out, they are steep with stones and rocks with switchbacks. We'll see Kantega, Chumbu, Taboche, and Ama Dablam after arriving at the windy top ridge. The walk is spectacular because of its unique physical features, which include high hills, glacial lakes, and surrounding snow peaks.

After taking in the breathtaking scenery, we will descend the trek to Gorakshep for breakfast. Soon after, we'll leave the settlement and descend slowly to Pheriche, crossing the Khumbu Khola. We'll arrive at Pheriche by following the rough path beside towering hills and valleys below Cholatse.

When we finish our meal, we'll return to the route, which begins with a short level walk. From here, the trail climbs to the top of a small ridge, where you can see Imja Valley, Ama Dablam, and Kantega. Before arriving at Tengboche, we'll take a dip from the clifftop and cross a suspension bridge..

The final push to Namche Bazaar will take us through coniferous and rhododendron forest. We'll cross the suspension bridge across the Dudh Koshi River and the river valley above in the final few hours of the walk. Finally, after approximately 6-7 hours of climbing, we will arrive at Namche Bazaar. We'll stay in a lodge for the night.

On the final day of our Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trip, we'll descend from Namche to Lukla, which should take 5-6 hours. Because the routes are primarily downhill from Sherpa town, it will be a little easier than before.

We'll descend to town after passing through several villages and rising along the river valley. It features a breathtaking picture of snow-capped mountains, Tibetan monasteries, Chortens, and prayer flags. Staying at a guest house for the night.

We'll eat breakfast first thing in the morning and then travel to Lukla Airport to board the flight. The journey from Lukla to Kathmandu will take 30-40 minutes, but even in that little time, you will be able to experience aerial views of verdant meadows, surrounding hills, and gorgeous forests. After leaving the airport, our representatives will transport you back to your hotel, where you can rest.

Early in the morning, our representatives will transport you to Tribhuvan International Airport. They'll drive you to the airport on time so you can catch your journey back home.