Some of the most adventurous, thrilling, and highest treks in the world are what the Sagarmatha National Park in the Everest region offers to you.
The Everest region has been the most popular place, especially for trekking. The views of the Himalayas let alone Mount Everest pull people towards this surreal journey.
During your Everest region treks, you can find increasingly luxurious lodges for you to stay in, the teahouses offer decent and basic amenities, and the routes are well-maintained. The local Sherpas are quite kind, and the culinary selection and authenticity of Nepali cuisine are excellent leaving you craving for more.
No difficult permits are needed in the treks, and no camping gear is needed. But the majority of trails take you far above 5,000 meters, where there is a genuine risk of altitude sickness on several routes.
To ensure safety, trekking in the Everest region should thus be done slowly over all of these routes, allowing plenty of time for rest days, and taking your time to appreciate this magnificent location.
Regardless of your level of expertise, our experienced guides will take you on an amazing journey across the breathtaking Himalayas.
Join us and make lifelong memories when you discover the breathtaking scenery, lively Sherpa culture, authentic taste of Nepal, and breathtaking views of the Everest area. Brace yourself to go on an unparalleled adventure.
Trekking in the Everest Region
The network of teahouses scattered throughout the routes is one of the special aspects of the Everest region trek area. You can relax, eat, and socialize with other travelers at these small lodges, which offer a cozy and friendly shelter.
You will find a sense of kinship among trekkers in all of the teahouses, from basic to luxurious. These teahouses become warm havens where you can have a hot cup of tea or an excellent meal while admiring the breathtaking views, tucked away among the towering mountains.
The pleasure of trekking for you is further enhanced by the local food. In addition to providing nourishment for the strenuous hikes, traditional Sherpa foods such as momos (dumplings), dal bhat (lentil soup with rice), and yak-based meals offer an overview of the region's culture.
Trekkers from all over the world gather in the teahouses, which frequently function as community eating spaces that promote intercultural understanding and a feeling of shared experience. You will have plenty of stories and experiences by the end of your Everest region trek.
Throughout your trek, you will also find various small villages. These little villages along the path provide an insight into the resilient Sherpa people's daily lives. Situated on peaks or in the shadow of mountains, these villages will provide you with a peaceful vibe.
Along the way, there are spiritual stops at stupas and monasteries, where you will see vibrant prayer flags flutter in the mountain wind. Your trek will become more culturally rich when you interact with the Sherpa people, who are renowned for their friendliness and kindness.
Through the below-listed packages, we have tried to make your trek not just an adventurous and thrilling experience but also a journey of exploration and connection.
Everest Base Camp Trek
Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most well-liked treks in Nepal.
You will trek for two weeks through verdant foothills, via Buddhist temples, through towns with slate roofs and stone walls, and straight into the heart of the Himalayas to reach Everest base camp among the mountains.
The typical itinerary for this package starts with an exciting flight from Lukla and goes through the Dudh Kosi valley to Namche, which is the trekking hub for the Everest area.
We have given you an extra day at Namche Bazaar so you can get used to the altitude. In this extra day visits are available to monasteries, villages, and museums.
The route leaves Namche and travels northeast for seven or eight days to reach Kala Pattar with spectacular views, and Everest base camp.
Throughout the route, you'll pass through barren trekking villages, Tengboche with its significant monastery, and Pangboche Gompa, which is thought to contain yeti artifacts.
The landscape will gradually get more majestic. When you do get to base camp, it will seem like you have just reached heaven.
The assistance you receive from tour guides and locations will live on in your heart and thoughts forever. After completing this trek, you will experience a rush of excitement and a sense of accomplishment that will last a lifetime.
Here is a simple overview of this trek for your better understanding.
Feature |
Description |
Best Seasons |
Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November) |
Duration |
14 days |
Highest Elevation |
5,643 meters (18,513 feet) at Kala Patthar |
Difficulty Level |
Moderate to challenging |
Distance |
130 kilometers (81 miles) |
Starting/ Ending Point |
Kathmandu |
Highlights |
Everest Base Camp, Khumbu Icefall, Kala Patthar, Tengboche Monastery, Sherpa villages |
Permits Required |
Everest National Park Permit, Local Area Permit, and TIMS Card |
Accommodation |
2 nights in Kathmandu, 12 days at Tea houses/Lodges on the trails |
Transportation |
Domestic flight to Lukla, Trekking |
Everest View Trek
Everest View trek provides lots of breathtaking views. It provides a special chance to interact culturally with the Sherpa people, who live at the world's highest altitudes.
The trek continues through Sagarmatha National Park's rich greenery, which includes pine trees, rhododendron blooms, and a variety of fauna. After that, you will reach Namche Bazaar at 3440m.
In addition, the walk takes you to Syangboche. The last few days of your journey will be spent in the charming and picturesque villages of Khumjung. You will get the chance to engage with the famous Sherpa people and experience their incredible traditional way of life there.
Here is a simple overview of this trek for your better understanding.
Feature |
Description |
Best Seasons |
Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November) |
Duration |
7 days |
Highest Elevation |
3,962 meters (13,000 feet) at Hotel Everest View |
Difficulty Level |
Moderate |
Distance |
55 kilometers (34 miles) |
Starting/ Ending Point |
Kathmandu |
Highlights |
Sherpa villages like Khumjung, Panoramic views of Everest |
Permits Required |
Everest National Park Permit, Local Area Permit, and TIMS Card |
Accommodation |
2 nights in Kathmandu, 5 days at Tea houses/Lodges on the trails |
Transportation |
Domestic flight to Lukla, Trekking |
Gokyo Valley Trek with EBC
With scenery every bit as spectacular as any other trek, Gokyo Valley Trek with EBC leads to a series of high glacial blue lakes, which will be one of the best experiences for you.
It consists of the small Himalayan foothill village of Gokyo, which attracts tourists but closes in the winter due to bitter cold and snowfall.
You will encounter several magnificent views as you go through the lovely valleys and see views of blue and green lakes that are sparkling with beauty.
You will also come across the world's largest glacier, Ngozumpa, which is controlled by the Everest Himalayan range. This glacier will amaze you beyond belief.
In a single line, it provides a panoramic picture of glacial lakes that are shaded by the Himalayas, including Mt. Makalu, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho-Oyu, and Mt. Everest. Gokyo Valley and Gokyo Lakes are sacred to Hindus and Buddhists because they are pilgrimage sites.
The region is home to the Sherpas, a Tibetan-Buddhist civilization with centuries-old customs and cultures. All in all, this package is a great opportunity for you to experience the Gokyo Valley and the beauty it has to offer.
Here is a simple overview of this trek for your better understanding.
Feature |
Description |
Best Seasons |
Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November) |
Duration |
16 days |
Highest Elevation |
5,643 meters (18,513 feet) at Kala Patthar |
Difficulty Level |
Moderate to challenging |
Distance |
Approximately 70 kilometers (43 miles) |
Starting/ Ending Point |
Kathmandu |
Highlights |
Gokyo Lakes, Gokyo Ri, Everest Base Camp, Khumbu Icefall, Sherpa villages, Panoramic views of Everest |
Permits Required |
Everest National Park Permit, Local Area Permit, and TIMS Card |
Accommodation |
2 nights in Kathmandu, 14 days at Tea houses/Lodges in the trails |
Transportation |
Domestic flight to Lukla, Trekking |
Everest Three High Pass Trek
The challenging Everest Three High Pass trek is for you if you have the time and endurance. This is the most thrilling and rewarding trek in the Everest region.
It is known as the Full Circuit Everest Region Trek since it encompasses the majority of Everest. Three of Everest's high passes Cho La Pass, Kongma La Pass, and Renjo La Pass are crossed on this journey.
Being among the hardest treks, it provides you with an amazing chance to experience and discover the best trekking routes in the Everest Region. The trek follows the rugged, steep, elevated, off-beaten roads through the beautiful settlements of Namche, Dingboche, Gokyo, etc.
You will encounter the longest Ngozumpa glacier and the tallest Khumbu glacier along the route, adding to the thrill and excitement of trekking and crossing them.
This trek will truly challenge your physical strength. Once you finish this trek you will embrace the sense of success like never before.
Here is a simple overview of this trek for your better understanding.
Feature |
Description |
Best Seasons |
Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November) |
Duration |
22 days |
Highest Elevation |
5,643 meters (18,513 feet) at Kala Patthar |
Difficulty Level |
Challenging |
Distance |
Approximately 145 kilometers (90 miles) |
Starting/ Ending Point |
Kathmandu |
Highlights |
Everest Base Camp, Gokyo Ri, Gokyo Lakes, Renjo La Pass (5,360 m), Cho La Pass (5,420 m), Kongma La Pass (5,535 m), Sherpa villages, Panoramic views of Everest |
Permits Required |
Everest National Park Permit, and TIMS Card |
Accommodation |
2 nights in Kathmandu, 20 days at Tea houses/Lodges in the trails |
Transportation |
Domestic flight to Lukla, Trekking |
Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek
One of the purest and most authentic treks in the Everest area is the Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek, which provides the greatest cultural and scenic experiences along the Sherpa-inhabited route in Nepal.
This path recalls the days when the Nepalese hill area was practically empty of roads and early climbers had to trek from Kathmandu to whichever peak they intended to climb. This route traces the footsteps of the first climbers who traveled to Everest.
Due to its long stay in the Himalayan terrain and exposure to the Sherpa people's way of life and culture, it was and still is one of the most desired trekking routes in the Everest region.
Together with the services and warmth of the people, the expansive views of the Himalayan peaks, terraced farmlands, woods, and the Dudh Koshi River this trek will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on you.
Here is a simple overview of this trek for your better understanding.
Feature |
Description |
Best Seasons |
Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November) |
Duration |
21 days |
Highest Elevation |
5,643 meters (18,513 feet) at Kala Patthar |
Difficulty Level |
Moderate to challenging |
Distance |
Approximately 180 kilometers (112 miles) |
Starting/ Ending Point |
Kathmandu |
Highlights |
Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar, Tengboche Monastery, Sherpa villages, Diverse landscapes, Gradual acclimatization |
Permits Required |
Everest National Park Permit, Local Area Permit, Gaurishankar Conservation Area Entry Permit, and TIMS Card |
Accommodation |
2 nights in Kathmandu, 19 days at Tea houses/Lodges in the trails |
Transportation |
Local bus/jeep to Jiri from Kathmandu, domestic return flight to Lukla, Trekking |
Conclusion
Despite these treks, you can also choose other treks such as
- Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek
- Everest Base Camp Short Trek
- Everest Base Camp trek with Helicopter Return.
If trekking is not your cup of tea but you still want to visit Everest the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is definitely a good option for you.
By designing all of these Everest region trek packages we allow you to experience the surreal beauty of the Himalayas. It will not only be an adventure of a lifetime but it will also be an escape and peace that you were always searching for.
The trails, the views, the hospitality of the Sherpas, and the local cuisine will be something that will leave you craving for more. Yes, most of the treks are challenging but being there surrounded by the Himalayas will make all the challenges worth it.
So why wait when you can experience something so surreal?