Meeting Point
Tibet Guest House Pvt.Ltd, Thamel Kathmandu Nepal +977-1-5360556, 5360383
Departure & Return Location
Tribhuwan International Airport – Kathmandu
Departure Time
3 Hours Before Flight Time
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Bus, Airlines
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3 Stars Hotels
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5,400 M
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Kathmandu
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Autum & Spring
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All meals during the trek
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1-15
Overview
The journey begins in the cultural hub of Kathmandu before flying into the world’s most dangerous airport, Lukla. From there, you follow the Dudh Koshi river valley through the heart of Sherpa country. The first 10 days are focused on gradual ascent and acclimatization, taking you through the vibrant hub of Namche Bazaar and up to the rocky terrain of Gorak Shep and EBC.
The “peak” of the trip occurs on Days 11–13, where you transition from a trekker to a climber. Using Lobuche Base Camp as your launchpad, you will use ropes and crampons to reach a summit that offers a 360-degree view of the highest peaks on Earth. The return is a swift descent through rhododendron forests, ending back in the thin air of Lukla.
Highlights
- 1. The Flight to Lukla & the Hillary Bridge The adventure starts with an adrenaline-pumping flight into Tenzing-Hillary Airport. Shortly after, you’ll cross the famous, prayer-flag-draped Hillary Suspension Bridge, hanging high above the glacial river—a true "welcome to the Himalayas" moment.
- 2. Namche Bazaar: The Sherpa Capital Built into a steep mountain amphitheater, this horseshoe-shaped village is the last pulse of "civilization" before the high peaks. Enjoying a coffee at the world’s highest Irish Pub or fresh pastries while watching the sunset over Thamserku is unforgettable.
- 3. Standing at Everest Base Camp Reaching $5,360m$ and standing on the Khumbu Glacier is a bucket-list achievement. You are surrounded by the shifting ice of the Khumbu Icefall and the towering presence of Nuptse and Everest, putting the sheer scale of the mountains into perspective.
- 4. Summiting Lobuche East (6,119m) While EBC is the trekker's goal, the Lobuche summit is the climber's prize. Standing at over 6,000 meters requires grit and technical skill; the reward is an unobstructed, "eye-level" view of the Everest South Face and Lhotse.
- 5. The Spiritual Heart: Tengboche Monastery On your descent, you pass through Tengboche. The monastery, set against the backdrop of Ama Dablam, is the spiritual center of the Khumbu. Hearing the monks' morning chants offers a peaceful, reflective contrast to the physical intensity of the climb.
