Everest Base Camp Trek from Jiri

Hello and welcome to Nepal! One of our representatives will be ready for you to meet and welcome you as soon as you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport. After the meeting and greeting, he will soon transport you to the three-star hotel in the heart of the town. As soon as you get to the hotel, you can relax your jetlagged body. After some time, you must prepare for the pre-trek briefing, where all of the details of your trip will be decided. During this time, you will be ready to speak with your trek guide and ask any questions you may have about the adventure. He will explain everything to you.

Also on this day, you will prepare for your Jiri to Everest base camp trek by making a packing list and getting your clothes ready. Shortly after getting everything ready and relaxing for a bit, we will head to the best traditional Nepali restaurant in the evening for the welcome meal. You'll get a fantastic chance to introduce yourself to a few other trekkers and trek leaders during this time. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Today we are heading to the Kathmandu Valley's well-known sights. We will get ready for the city tour following a delicious breakfast at the hotel in the early morning. We'll begin the Kathmandu sightseeing tour after a quick introduction from your tour guide for the day. The UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square will be the primary destinations of this journey. Following a full-day tour of the valley, you'll go back to your hotel. Once you get to the hotel, you can once again keep an eye out for goods to add to your packing list. You may also look for any further preparations needed for the trek tomorrow in accordance with the advice of the guide. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

After having an early morning breakfast in Kathmandu, your guide will again give a brief summary of your journey. After completing all the preparation for your Jiri to Everest base camp trek, we will take a private car. This will journey will be long, but it will be totally worth it as you will pass through the beautiful scenery along the way. As it is a long ride, the bus will stop twice. You will have lunch and snacks at these stops. After spending a long time you will finally reach Shivalaya and head into the lodge. When you get into the lodge, you may relax and take a break there or go for a short walk through the charming town of Jiri. Overnight at the hotel in Jiri.

After enjoying a satisfying breakfast at the lodge, your guide will watch and validate your permit at the check post. After completing the process you will begin your uphill trek toward the Deurali pass. You will have a pleasant view of the mountains and lovely valley from this pass. After enjoying the fantastic views from this point, we descend to Bhandar through a forest route. Overnight at the lodge in Bhandar.

Today we will start our trek from Bhandar toward Sete. The trek will go down and pass the small village. After crossing a few ascend and descending along the route, we will get down to the river and cross the bridge. After crossing it, we will reach Kinja village. We will have a short lunch break in this village. If it's possible, you will also have fresh fish meat from the river for your lunch. We will trek up toward Sete shortly as your meal is finished. Trekkers can enjoy breathtaking views of Numbur Himal from the hill when going from Kinja to Sete on clear days. Overnight at the lodge in Sete.

Today we head in toward Junbesi, leaving Sete Village behind. We will head all the way up to the Lamjura pass 3530m which will somewhat prove hard for the trekkers. Moving on you will soon arrive in the village of Ghaurasey which will go through the magnificent rhododendron and pine forests. Ghaurasey is a little village in the midst of a forest with a few homes. After a short break at Ghaurasey, we will continue on the trail to finally reach Lamjura-La pass by crossing the ridge. After spending some time there, we will descend through a forest of fir and rhododendrons, and arrive in Taktor. We will however carry on with our journey to the north side of the valley and eventually descend to the Sherpa settlement of Junbesi. We stay the night at the lodge after spending the afternoon here visiting the village.

Today is the first acclimatization day of our trip. The rest is very important since it allows our body to adjust to the altitude and prevents the effects of it. Although it is our rest day, we will not stay in the lodge all the time. We will do short hikes nearby and be used to the environment. Stay Overnight at the same lodge in Junbesi.

Today we will again go through the forests, where we will view the sights of Everest and nearby peaks for the first time. Early on, you will see Everest from a far distance so the other peaks will appear much taller. You will continue to ascend the trail and descend from Junbesi to Ringmo. From here, the trail ascends once more from Ringmo to Taksindo Pass 2960m. Finally, from this pass, you will descend to Nunthala, where you will spend the night.

The first part of today's journey will involve walking downhill toward the river and crossing a suspension bridge. You may take in the breathtaking vistas of Karyolung, Gyachung Kang, Khumbila, Kusum Kanguru, and a few more peaks as you make your way down to the river. Following this bridge, you must climb uphill to reach Kharikhola. You will pass through a few villages en route and eventually arrive at Khari Khola. Overnight stay at Khari Khola.

After a delicious breakfast, it will take us about an hour and a half to travel across the Suspension Bridge and up to Bupsa. Once more passing through the forest, the trail then passes through Khari-La before coming in at Paiya. You'll need about 2.5 hours to complete this. You will enjoy this walk so much, simply because of the stunning mountain vistas along the way. After passing through a few tea shops along the road, you will eventually arrive in Paiya for an overnight stay.

After having breakfast at Paiya, we will head out for the trek and spend an hour climbing a ridge. The route then descends to Surkhe, which is near the bank of the Dudh Koshi. The path to Phakding continues after that as we go alongside the Dudh Koshi River. Mani Walls, Cheplung Khola, Thado Koshigaon, and Nurning will all be crossed as you go through. You will also enjoy breathtaking views of Kusum Kanguru from here. Then after, we go through quiet paths lined with prayer flags, prayer wheels, and mani walls until we arrive at the settlement of Phakding. Overnight at a lodge in Phakding.

Namche Bazaar, a well-known town in the Everest region, is where we're going today. We'll start off by following the Dudh Koshi River, then ascend through rhododendron and pine forests which ends with a breathtaking view of the Thamserku and Kusum Kanguru Mountains. Prior to entering the Sagarmatha National Park, our trekking permits will be checked in Monjo. Following your entrance into the park, you'll continue to follow the trail as it gradually descends to the Dudh Koshi River bridge. You'll take a lunch break here on the route to the Jorsale. After lunch, we will continue walking for a few hours through pine-covered forests and through plateaus. Eventually, after some moments, we will arrive at the lively town of Namche Bazaar. You'll check into the lodge as soon as you get to Namche. After resting for a bit, you may explore at nearby bakeries or coffee shops while exploring the town. Overnight at a lodge in Namche Bazaar.

This is our second acclimatization day of your wonderful trip. Before attempting to go to a much higher altitude, we must spend a day in Namche to become acclimated. Instead of getting sleep, you should keep active by going on short hikes across the area to accelerate the acclimatization process. A lot of things can be done on this day of acclimatization. You can head out for a day trip to Thame village which is an old Sherpa community located on the western side of Namche Bazaar. Besides that, you might choose to visit Syangboche, Khunde, and Khumjung. This will also be a fantastic substitute for the close acclimatization hike. After doing one of these hikes, you will return to Namche. Once you arrive in Namche, you can use the remaining time to visit monasteries or the national park headquarters. Or you just might relax browsing the internet in one of the town's cafés or restaurants. Overnight at the lodge in Namche Bazaar.

Today after breakfast, we will depart Namche Bazaar and head towards Tengboche. Most trekkers describe this trail as the most fascinating route they came across on their way to Everest base camp. First, we go along the main Everest path via the Khumjung and on to Sanasa. Moving on, we'll pass via Tarshinga and basically cross the path to reach Phunki Thenga by the way of the Dudh Koshi River. From this point, you will slowly climb uphill toward Tengboche. After a short while, you'll be standing atop the mountain. You can enjoy stunning views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam from this viewpoint.

Shortly as you arrive in Tengboche, you will check into a lodge and leave with your guide for the Tengboche Monastery visit. He will guide you through the background and ideology of the monastery. After enjoying the surroundings and the Monastery visit, you will then return to your lodge. Overnight at the lodge in Tengboche.

After crossing Tengboche, the landscape will change to an open grassland since the elevation will start to rise above 4000 meters. In a short while, the trails will descend to Dingboche and cross the Imja River. You will then pass past the magnificent mani stone monuments and ultimately get to Pangboche at 3860 meters. The Pangboche Monastery is the most well-known and historic site in the region. Paying a visit to this location will be worthwhile. Following Pangboche, the trail ascends to Pheriche at a height of 4240 meters. You may get medical services and information on altitude sickness at Pheriche. After taking some information and exploring the village, you will head to the lodge for an overnight stay.

Today is the third acclimatization day of our journey. Besides resting for a whole day, you will ascend to a ridge above Pheriche. You will be reaching a height of 5000 meters. Since the main idea is to climb high and sleep low, you will come down after finishing a hike. While descending, you can stop to enjoy a cup of coffee and pastries at Dingboche's bakery. After spending some time here, you'll soon come to Pheriche and spend the night there.

Starting the trek you will get to see some beautiful views of  Mt. Ama Dablam, Tawache, Pokalde, Makalu, and Nuptse. Before arriving in Lobuche, we will first go through Dughla by crossing the Khumbu Glacier stream. As we continue, we will cross the Thugla pass (4830m) and go over the moraines of the Khumbu Glacier. From Thugla Pass, you can see the magnificent Mount Pumori and the peaks located west of Mount Everest. After taking in the scenery for a bit, we will cross the Thugla Pass and hike through Khumbu Glacier's moraines to reach Lobuche. Moving on, we will cross the High Camp and reach Lobuche. You may go explore the Khumbu Glacier or the Italian Pyramid after your arrival in Lobuche. Overnight at the lodge in Lobuche.

day of our journey. We will begin our journey by walking down via the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. After a few challenging walks, you will reach Gorakshep through this path. You will be welcomed at Gorakshep, a town at the foot of Kala Patthar with breathtaking views of Mounts Changtse, Lingtren, Khubutse, and Pumori. Eventually, you will check in at the Gorakshep lodge, leave your belongings, have lunch, and then depart for the Everest base camp. Once you start to notice the colorful flags at the base of the Khumbu icefall, you will quickly realize that you have reached Everest Base Camp.

It is thrilling to arrive at the base of Everest, and it is an accomplishment for every trekker. In order to keep this great milestone in our collective memory, we will make the most of our time in base camp by taking some photos, enjoying the scenery, and celebrating our success. In an hour, we will depart the Everest base camp and return to Gorakshep. When we return to Gorakshep, we'll take the same path we did to get to Everest base camp. Take some time to relax after you get to Gorakshep. Overnight at a lodge in Gorakshep.

Today on this next most special day, you will wake up early and hike to Kalapatthar. The day prior, you were in Everest base camp but couldn't see Everest. Don't worry, you will view it from a far better perspective today. It takes around two hours to walk from Gorakshep to Kalapatthar. Like other sights in the Everest region, Kalapatthar also greets you with fluttering Buddhist prayer flags. From here, one can view Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Pumori, with every aspect of their amazing beauty.

Likewise, the astonishing Gorak Shep, Khumbu Glacier, Khumbu Icefall, and Everest Base Camp can be seen from the top of Kala Patthar. We take our time while we photograph the breathtaking views of the imposing mountains and surrounding landscapes. While still at Kala Patthar, we will take in the view of the sunlight touching Mount Everest before making our way down to Gorakshep for breakfast. We will then reverse our route back to Lobuche after some refreshments in Gorakshep. We continue on in the direction of Dingboche, leaving the landscapes filled with glacial lateral moraines. Upon arriving in Dingboche, you will check into the lodge and relax to recover from the tough day. Overnight at the lodge in Dingboche.

There are different ups and downs in the routes as we leave today. Despite the long walk, the surrounding mountains may be seen in endless panoramic views. The spectacular vistas of the Everest region might trigger many stops. We gradually descend while admiring the surrounding Alpine scenery from the picturesque villages of Orsho, Somare, Pangboche, Tengboche, and eventually Namche. When you finally reach Namche Bazaar, you might want to relax at the lodge and think back on your time at Everest base camp. Or, you could decide to hang out at the nearby restaurants and cafés. Overnight at a lodge in Namche Bazaar.

Today you'll leave the breathtaking mountain beauty behind and descend to Lukla. As we descend, we will go over the towns of Jorsale, Monjo, Phakding, and Lukla. While descending this route, you will go through forests and along hilly pathways, which will yet give you an overall sensation of freshness. Keep in mind that you will need to complete all the necessary formalities to check out of the National Park in Monjo when you return. Further, after going to Phakding and eating lunch there, we will now eventually ascend to Lukla.

Here, we will stop along the route to take one last look at prayer flags, prayer stones, rhododendron and pine woods, and Sherpa settlements. And then, when you finally reach Lukla, you have the option of relaxing with your group and celebrating your accomplishments. Besides that, you could spend some quiet time reflecting on those challenging moments and appreciating how far you've come to get to this phase of the journey. Today is our last day of trekking, and we'll stay overnight in Lukla.

After taking in one more breakfast in Lukla Village, you will say your final goodbyes to the Khumbu region. Since you must catch an early flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, you must get ready early on this day. Soon after getting on the plane from Lukla to Kathmandu, you will again get a fabulous view of the Everest region's mountains. You'll be able to identify most of the mountains from your window seat this time since you've got plenty of expertise.

Once you reach Kathmandu, you'll see the city's bustling streets again. You'll surely experience a new spark after spending so much time in the mountains. After settling into the hotel, you may go shopping and look at some old Nepali items in the marketplaces. We'll have a farewell meal later tonight. Here, we'll look back on our memorable experiences and ask for your insightful reflections on the trip. After you've enjoyed our delightful dinner, we'll transport you back to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Your trip to this lovely nation ends today. Exactly 3 hours prior to the departure time of your home flight, a representative from our company will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport. We'll have to say goodbye after sending you sincere regards and our best wishes. Even when we say goodbye, we make an effort to get in touch with you regularly via a variety of means and always think back on the pleasant times we have had. Happy trekking : )