Guide

Salary, food, insurance and lodging cost for guide and porter ( 2 Trekkers-1 Porter ) An experienced English speaking Trekking Guide and a Porter during trek.

Meals

Full Board during Trek and Breakfast in Kathmandu Welcome and Farewell meals in Kathmandu (Local Meal)

Transport

All airport/hotel pick up and drop in private car/van

Others

All airport/hotel pick up and drop in private car/van National Park Permit and TIMS for Everest. Air fare from Kathmandu to Lukla and return flight to Kathmandu and domestic flight departure taxes. Down Jacket and Sleeping Bag that needs to be returned to office after trek completion. Kitbag and T- shirt for you Salary, food, insurance and lodging cost for guide and porter ( 2 Trekkers-1 Porter ) An experienced English speaking Trekking Guide and a Porter during trek. Full Board during Trek and Breakfast in Kathmandu Welcome and Farewell meals in Kathmandu (Local Meal) Air fare from Kathmandu to Lukla and return flight to Kathmandu and domestic flight departure taxes. Fuel, Road Taxes and Parking Fees Gov Taxes and Service Charges Kathmandu Valley city tours

Accommodation

3 Nights in Kathmandu including breakfast 17 Nights stay in Lodge/Guest House during trek.

Flights

Air fare from Kathmandu to Lukla and return flight to Kathmandu and domestic flight departure taxes. ***International flights are not included

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Others

Nepal entry visa fees. Bar bills, laundry and other expenses of personal nature. 1 Lunch in Kathmandu Tips for local staffs, guides and porters. Desserts, Hot Shower, Hot Water, Mineral Water, Wi-Fi Entrance Fees in Kathmandu

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Insurance

Travel insurance including evacuation are not included

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Day 1 Arrival Kathmandu (1300M/4265Ft)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival Kathmandu (1300M/4265Ft)

Upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore the historic and vibrant city of Kathmandu. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel, where you can unwind and prepare for the exciting journey ahead.

Meals: Welcome Dinner
Day 2 Drive To Jiri (2100M/6890Ft)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Drive To Jiri (2100M/6890Ft)

From Kathmandu, we embark on a 188 km (117-mile) drive to Jiri, offering spectacular views of the Langtang and Ganesh Himal peaks to the north. Our journey takes us through Lamosangu, located 78 km (49 miles) from Kathmandu, via the Arniko Highway, which connects to Tibet. From Lamosangu, a scenic branch road leads us to Jiri. The road continues to Shivalaya and Bhandar, but please note that bus services do not extend beyond this point. Enjoy an overnight stay at a guesthouse in Jiri.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 Trek To Bhandar (2200M/7218Ft)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Bhandar (2200M/7218Ft)

We begin by crossing the bridge over the Khimti Khola River, arriving at Shivalaya village, situated along the riverbank. From Shivalaya, a steep ascent leads us to Sangbadanda village. Beyond this village, the trail intersects with a jeep road; after a short distance, a path diverges to the left, ascending along the ridge towards Thodung.

Continuing on the jeep road, we encounter another trail branching off, climbing approximately 150 meters (495 feet) past isolated farmsteads to Khasrubas. The trail then becomes easier, crossing two streams before ascending through rhododendron forests to Deorali, where we encounter mani walls, signaling our entry into the Buddhist Sherpa region.

After a descent of about an hour and a half, we reach Bhandar, known for its two large chortens and a gompa. From Bhandar, enjoy impressive views down the valley. Overnight stay at a guesthouse.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Day 4 Trek To Sagar (2440M/8006Ft)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Sagar (2440M/8006Ft)

The trail descends through fields and crosses several streams, reaching Dokharpa in approximately 45 minutes. As you navigate some confusing forks in the trail, stay left as the path descends to the Surma Khola stream. Continuing along the trail, it curves left and arrives at the broad Likhu Khola Valley, where two suspension bridges are visible. We cross the second bridge to begin the steep climb to Lamjura La. Snow-capped peaks become visible along this challenging ascent.

After approximately two and a half hours of strenuous climbing, we reach Chimbu. From Chimbu, take the left at the trail intersection and continue walking for another two hours to arrive at Sagar. Enjoy an overnight stay at a guesthouse.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 Trek To Junbesi (2680M/8793Ft)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Junbesi (2680M/8793Ft)

As we continue, the first village that we pass is Dagchu (2840m/9372ft). As the forest thins and we climb higher after Goyem, distant snow peaks come in sight. We ascend the top of the ridge where there are mani walls and cairns. Another half-an-hour’s climb brings us to Lamjura la pass (3530m/11,649ft).Now, the way down is steep zigzag. Descending, less steeply, through open country now, with stonewalled fields and pastures, reaching the settlement of Tragdobuk(2850m/9405ft). We continue, keeping to the left; as the trail rounds a bluff, the large, picturesque village of Junbesi (2675m/8827ft) appears below with the snow peaks of Karyolung and Numbur away to the east. It takes about an hour to descend to Junbesi. Overnight at guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 Trek To Nuntala (2220M/7284Ft)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Nuntala (2220M/7284Ft)

After walking about two hours, the trail rounds a spur and suddenly a dramatic panorama of snow-mountains greets us. On a clear day, we can see Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Makalu besides Thamserku, Kangtega, Kusum Kanguru and Mera peak. The trail continues, almost level, to Salung(2860m/9438ft) following the ascending trail to the village of Ringmo(2800m/9240ft), full of apple, peach and apricot orchards. The trail descends steeply and leads us to the village of Trashingdo where there is a beautiful gompa and good views of the Kusum Kanguru peak.The trail then descends through the forests and then across terraced field, we cross over a suspension bridge to reach Nuntala. Overnight at guest house.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 Trek To Kharikhola (2070M/6792Ft)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Kharikhola (2070M/6792Ft)

After descending to cross a suspension bridge over a stream, the trail climbs very steeply for an hour and we arrive at Bupsa. Now we have to pass through a forest settlement of Kharte to reach Khari La (2840m/9318ft), marked by a mani wall. From here, we can view Khumbila and Gyachung Kang. The Dudh Koshi River flows down below; this is a cavernous canyon, at places as deep as 1000m. After descending a while, we are now at Puiyan. The usual time taken in this route is 6-7 hours. Overnight at guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 Trek To Puiyan (2770M/9088Ft)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Puiyan (2770M/9088Ft)

After descending to cross a suspension bridge over a stream, the trail climbs very steeply for an hour and we arrive at Bupsa. Now we have to pass through a forest settlement of Kharte to reach Khari La (2840m/9318ft), marked by a mani wall. From here, we can view Khumbila and Gyachung Kang. The Dudh Koshi River flows down below; this is a cavernous canyon, at places as deep as 1000m. After descending a while, we are now at Puiyan. The usual time taken in this route is 6-7 hours. Overnight at guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9 Trek To Phakding (2610M/8563Ft)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Phakding (2610M/8563Ft)

The trail descends through fields and crosses several streams, reaching Dokharpa in about 45 minutes. As you navigate the trail’s confusing forks, stay left to follow the path down to the Surma Khola stream. The trail then curves left and leads to the broad Likhu Khola Valley, where two suspension bridges can be seen. Cross the second bridge to start the steep climb to Lamjura La, where snow-capped peaks come into view.

After a rigorous two and a half hours of climbing, you will arrive at Chimbu. From Chimbu, take the left at the trail intersection and walk for an additional two hours to reach Sagar. Enjoy an overnight stay at a guesthouse.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and, dinner
Day 10 Trek To Namche (3420M/11221Ft) 5-6 Hours/1000M Ascent, 100M Descent
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Namche (3420M/11221Ft) 5-6 Hours/1000M Ascent, 100M Descent

Heading for the Namche Bazar, we cross through the hamlet of Zamphute and Tok Tok to see dazzling Thamserku glistening in the sun that stays all the way with us in most of our trek. Passing through the scenic Sherpa villages of Benkar, Chumoa and Monjo, we reach Utche Choling Gompa on a bluff abutting the Dudhkoshi river and further we make our way between the bluff to the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO declared world heritage site. Completing halfway to Namche Bazar, we head for the second half of the march that would likely to take more time due to steep climb at the end. Crossing through the last village of Jorsale, a steep stepped path leads us to an amazing high bridge over the Dudhkoshi River gorge and just before this bridge the Dudhkoshi is met by its tributary, the BhoteKoshi. Beginning the final steps uphill slowly we reach heights of Namche from where we can have first look at Mt. Everest, peering over the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge and finally after about 1.5km/0.9mile) we reach Namche Bazar. Overnight at guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 Acclimatize At Namche Bazar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Acclimatize At Namche Bazar

This is our day to have great pleasure of scenic beauty of nature. There are many things to explore around Namche and Great Mountain views to savour. The village, sprawling around the natural bowl, looks amazing from up here, its houses and terraced fields seeming like the steps of a giant amphitheatre. If we walk a further, our excursion would take toward Army post and the Sagarmatha National park Headquarters. Fro here, we can see the astonishing views of the great Khumbu peaks including Mt. Everest. In the west, Kwangde range looks spectacular. On the southeast area succession of high peaks: Kusum Kanguru with its three summits, Thamserku standing tall and Kangtega. The familiar Khumbila peak rises in the north while Thange Ragi and Pharchamo soar to the right of Kwangde. If it is Saturday, we could consider ourselves lucky as we can enjoy the colorful Saturday market. Sherpas from across the Khumbu gather at the street-side market to buy provisions sold by lowland Nepalese we will be amazed by the variety of goods on sale. Overnight at guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12 Trek Tengboche (3870M/12697Ft) 4 Hours; 350M Descent, 750M Ascent
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek Tengboche (3870M/12697Ft) 4 Hours; 350M Descent, 750M Ascent

From Namche we take the easy level trail that cuts around the ridge from Chhorkung to reach the end of a bluff which is a viewpoint over a grand panorama of peaks, from thamserku to Ama Dablam, Lhotse and Everest. From here we reach Kyangjuma (3550m) and a short walk from there takes us to animportant trail junction at Sanasa (3600m) from where we take the trail to Tengboche that runs gently downhill towards the river. This trail drops gradually to Lawichasa and on our descending way the thumb like peak of Ama Dablam soars into view above the trail. From Lawichasa a narrow trail branches north to reach Tashinga (3380m) and now the trail drops down on steep stone steps to Phunki Thenga (3250m) and then to a bridge. From the bridge the trail climbs past some water powered prayer wheels and begins a sustained climb through a forest of tall, mature rhododendrons. We might see musk deer and Himalayan tahr among the trees to eventually follow the path that reach a kani and a pair of chortens marking the start of Tengboche village which is scattered across a wide, grassy saddle below a crescent shaped ridge covered by scrub pines and rhododendrons. The focal point of Tengboche is the famous Tengboche monastery. Overnight at guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13 Trek Dingboche (4360M/14305Ft) 3-5 Hours; 70M Descent, 580M Ascent
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek Dingboche (4360M/14305Ft) 3-5 Hours; 70M Descent, 580M Ascent

From Tengboche we follow the trail through a forest of conifers and rhododendrons, keeping an eye out for monal pheasants and musk deer that leads us to a village of Debuche where we visit Debuche Gompa which has some expressive old thangkas and murals painted on wooden panels. Debuche also has a small Buddhist nunnery on the east hillside. The trail continues through dense forest to reach Milinggo and then drops steeply to a suspension bridge over Imja Khola. We cross the bridge and climb the hillside opposite to a white stupa with Buddhist eyes and after a hundred yards we see a stupa that crowns an exposed bluff, mirroring the soaring tower of Ama Dablam at the end of the valley. East of the stupa is a footprint of Khumbu’s patron Saint Lama Sange Dorje. We soon reach Pangboche village that has the oldest monastery in Khumbu, Pangobche Gompa founded by Lama Sange Dorje. Following the Imja Khola the trial climbs towards the village of Shomare and crossing the treeline beyond this village we are walking up rolling arid stretch, an alpine terrain with patches of scrub and isolated pastures and fields and the yak grazing. Crossing through the yak pasture and herdsmen’s stone huts at Orsho and Tsuro Wog, we turn right where the trail descends to a point near the confluence of Imja Khola and Khumbu Khola. Finally climbing a low ridge we reach the sprawling settlement of Dingboche which is a cold and windy place with sub-zero night temperatures even in summer. Overnight at guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14 Trek Dughla (4620M/15158Ft) 2 Hours; 400M Ascent
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek Dughla (4620M/15158Ft) 2 Hours; 400M Ascent

On this trail we find ourselves truly in the lap of Himalayas with awesome mountains on all sides. From Dingboche we take the trail that climbs slowly along the ridge through the village of Dusa (4503m) where we have outstanding views of the twin peaks of Taboche and Cholatse and Ama Dablam appears as a perfect pyramid, while the summit Kantega is visible far to the left of the prominent saddle seen from Tengboche. The trail drops down to a glacial stream, rising up the other side to Dughla. Overnight at guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15 Trek Lobuche (4930M/16175Ft) 2 Hours; 300M Ascent
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek Lobuche (4930M/16175Ft) 2 Hours; 300M Ascent

From Dughla the trail goes directly up the gravelly terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier and the path bears left at the top of the ridge on to Chupki Lhara where we see large heaps of stones with prayer flags remembering the mountaineers who perished on mission to climb Mt.Everest. At the top of the valley is the Chola Lake where we get a glimpse of blue waters from high trails. From Chupki Lhara, the trail drops to the Khumbu glacier moraine after which we see three great peaks-Khumbutse, Lingtren and Pumori straight in front. Now walking the final steps along a murmuring stream we reach Lobuche. Overnight at guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 16 Trek Gorak Shep (5160M/16930Ft) And Ebc (5340M/17521Ft) And Back To Gorak Shep
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek Gorak Shep (5160M/16930Ft) And Ebc (5340M/17521Ft) And Back To Gorak Shep

This day will be a long hard day for us. Walking by a somewhat grassy terrain and a few scattered boulders, all along we see the snowy wall of lofty mountains ahead. The 60m/200ft ascent takes us to the top of the lateral moraine wall of the Changri glacier, to a level spot called Thangma Riju from where there is a spectacular 360 degree panorama of the mountains all around-Taboche and the Lobuche peaks, Pumori and the rest of Mahalangur Himal peaks, with Changtse in Tibet now more visible; and Nuptse filling the eastern horizon.The trail now crosses the moraine of the Changri glacier which joins the Khumbu glacier from the west and climbing steeply up a stony slope we reach Gorak Shep from where we catch our first glimpse of Kala Patthar. From Gorak Shep we move towards EBC, to be amidst of mountains, not to see them from afar as EBC is not a viewpoint. Walking by the shallow blue waters of Gorak Shep Lake, the Changtse peak in Tibet and the Lho La depression can be seen straight ahead. Crossing through several of the glaciers, icefalls, frozen pools of melt water, exposed icy walls and large boulders we finally reach EBC from where trekking ends and mountaineering begins. We descend back to Gorak Shep for the night stay. Overnight at guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 17 Trek Kala Patthar (5545M/18193Ft); Return Trek Pheriche (4240M/13911Ft)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek Kala Patthar (5545M/18193Ft); Return Trek Pheriche (4240M/13911Ft)

Finally, this is our date with Everest, the climax of the trek. We start after an early breakfast without hurry. Crossing through the wide sandy bed of the dried up lake and steep zigzags we ascend about 100m to have the great view of Lingtren, Khumbutse and Changtse. As the climb begins again, we get a grand view of Khumbu glacier and Nuptse massif and finally we climb to the rocky viewpoint of Kala Patthar. It’s a slow tough climb but every meter ascended is rewarded by a bit more of Everest and finally we find ourselves sitting on the Kala Patthar rocks in middle of unbelievable Himalayan Panorama. Now we return downhill which takes much less time. Retracing the way we came up we pass through Gorak Shep, Lobuche and from Dughla, instead of moving towards Dingboche we descend to Pheriche making our way along Khumbu Khola, for the night stay while being back. Overnight at guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 18 Trek Back Namche Bazar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek Back Namche Bazar

From Pheriche the trail descends to Tsuro Wog after crossing the bridge across Khumbu Khola and great mountain views. From Tsuro Wog we again start the descending path retracing the way we came up proceeding through Orsho, Shomare and upper Pangboche and finally to a most beautiful place of Tengboche. The Tengboche monastery is Khumbu’s largest gompa. From Tengboche we move towards Phunki Tenga and now descend to Sanasa and Kyangjuma and then finally to Namche Bazar. Overnight at guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 19 Trek Back Lukla
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek Back Lukla

On the final day of trekking, we retrace our steps along the Dudh Kosi River, heading back to Lukla. Enjoy the scenic descent as we return the way we came. Overnight stay at a guesthouse in Lukla.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 20 Fly Back Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fly Back Kathmandu

Fly back from Lukla to Kathmandu and drop to the hotel. This is a leisure day which can be utilized buying gifts and souvenirs for your friends and family. In the evening you will be invited to join FAREWELL reviewing great photos and share experiences of the trip. Overnight at hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
Day 21 Fly Back Home Or Extend Your Holidays
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fly Back Home Or Extend Your Holidays

If you prefer to stay longer, you can consult us for short tours such as game drive at National parks, rafting, mountain biking, Tibet, India or Bhutan tours etc.

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21 Days Jiri – Everest Base Camp Trek

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Itinerary of your trip 21 Days Jiri – Everest Base Camp Trek

Arrival Kathmandu (1300M/4265Ft)

Drive To Jiri (2100M/6890Ft)

Trek To Bhandar (2200M/7218Ft)

Trek To Sagar (2440M/8006Ft)

Trek To Junbesi (2680M/8793Ft)

Trek To Nuntala (2220M/7284Ft)

Trek To Kharikhola (2070M/6792Ft)

Trek To Puiyan (2770M/9088Ft)

Trek To Phakding (2610M/8563Ft)

Trek To Namche (3420M/11221Ft) 5-6 Hours/1000M Ascent, 100M Descent

Acclimatize At Namche Bazar

Trek Tengboche (3870M/12697Ft) 4 Hours; 350M Descent, 750M Ascent

Trek Dingboche (4360M/14305Ft) 3-5 Hours; 70M Descent, 580M Ascent

Trek Dughla (4620M/15158Ft) 2 Hours; 400M Ascent

Trek Lobuche (4930M/16175Ft) 2 Hours; 300M Ascent

Trek Gorak Shep (5160M/16930Ft) And Ebc (5340M/17521Ft) And Back To Gorak Shep

Trek Kala Patthar (5545M/18193Ft); Return Trek Pheriche (4240M/13911Ft)

Trek Back Namche Bazar

Trek Back Lukla

Fly Back Kathmandu

Fly Back Home Or Extend Your Holidays

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