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Everest View Trek

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Trip Overview
Duration12 Days
Trip GradeModerate
CountryNepal
Maximum Altitude3,850 meters
Group Sizeminimum 2 pax
StartsKathmandu
EndsKathmandu
ActivitiesTrekking in Nepal, Hiking
Best TimeTrekking in Nepal, Hiking

Embark on the Everest View Trek, a captivating and accessible Himalayan adventure perfect for families and anyone seeking a taste of the Khumbu region's magic. This trek offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich Sherpa culture and witness breathtaking landscapes, making it an unforgettable journey for all ages.

Your adventure begins with your arrival at Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport, where you'll explore the city's vibrant cultural heritage. A thrilling scenic flight to Lukla, the gateway to the upper Khumbu, marks the start of your trek.

As you journey through the stunning terrain, you'll gain a profound appreciation for the resilience of mountain life. Witness awe-inspiring sunrises, wander through enchanting pine and rhododendron forests, and experience the rejuvenating power of nature. The trek's highlight is undoubtedly the stay at Tengboche, where you'll visit the historic Tengboche Monastery. From this vantage point, you'll be treated to panoramic views of iconic Himalayan peaks, including Tawache, Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku.

The Everest View Trek provides an unparalleled opportunity to capture the majestic panorama of the Khumbu Himalayas, all while experiencing the warmth of local Himalayan settlements. Trekking with Himalayan Ecstasy Nepal ensures a safe and enriching experience for your family. Our experienced guides, who call these mountains home, possess intimate knowledge of the trails and are trained in first-aid and wilderness first-aid, prioritizing your well-being throughout your journey.

Everest View Trek Itinerary

Kathmandu to KathmanduExpand all

Depending on how you plan to arrive at Kathmandu, we will arrange for you to rendezvous at your hotel in Thamel. In most cases, you will arrive at Kathmandu via Tribhuvan International Airport where you will meet your guide.

In the evening, you will join a briefing with the rest of your group members about your program in Nepal.

In case you arrive late at night, you will meet your group members the next day at breakfast at your hotel - during which you will also be briefed about your program.

Max Altitude: 1,355 m Accommodation: 3-star hotel in ThamelTransportation: Private transfer from Tribhuvan International Airport to your hotel in Thamel

Today, you will embark on a walking tour of two UNESCO heritage sites; the Swayambhunath Stupa and the Kathmandu Durbar Square.

The Swayambhunath Stupa lies atop a hill north-west of Thamel. It is the oldest religious site in Nepal and an important pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists. Before the rapid urbanization, the main temple complex offered clear views of the Kathmandu Durbar Square and the old city of Kathmandu.

Bidding farewell to the sights and sounds at Swayambhunath, you will head towards Kathmandu Durbar Square. It is a palace courtyard that includes a complex maze of a royal palace, quadrangles, towers, temples, and monuments commissioned by the Malla kings between 13th and 18th century. The royal palace has been converted to a museum, and is a part of the tour. The 2015 earthquake in Nepal had caused significant damages to the museum but renovations have been completed.

After Kathmandu Durbar Square, you will head back to your hotel in Thamel via the Aasan Market. Aasan is the hub of Newari culture in Kathmandu and has a traditional market area where for centuries merchants from India and Tibet, alongside farmers and traders, have fared their goods. The market offers everything; from foodstuff and traditional spices to electronics. The narrow streets are lined with a mix of old traditional houses with ornately carved doors and window frames, important temples, and modern concrete houses, and a bustling crowd of shoppers feels chaotic but is a part of daily life.

At Thamel, you will attend a last-minute brief on your Everest Base Camp Trek and prepare all required essentials, and in the evening join a group dinner to celebrate your arrival in Nepal.

Max Altitude: 1,355 m Meals: Complimentary breakfast at the hotelAccommodation: 3-star hotel in ThamelTransportation: Private transfer for guided sightseeing tour

The day starts early. After a quick tea, you drive to the Kathmandu domestic airport for a scenic flight to Lukla - the gateway to Khumbu. In clear weather, you will have ample views of the Himalayas as you fly over rivers, forests, mountain passes and tiny settlements.

At Lukla, you will be welcomed by majestic views of Mt. Karyolung (6,465 meters), Mt. Khatang (6,776 meters), and Mt. Nupla (5,869 meters), along with the rest of your trek crew. After sorting out your bags, you will begin the day's hike on a gentle undulating trail high above the Duh Koshi river.

On the trail, you will get to interact with the local Sherpa people who are mostly Buddhists. The major attractions of the day include the suspension bridge crossing over the landslide at Ghat, a huge boulder painted with Tibetan scriptures, and a mane wall just before arriving at Phakding - your destination for the day. Also, the gorgeous Mt. Thamserku (6,623 meters) will reveal itself and welcome you to the Himalayas just before you arrive at Phakding.

Max Altitude: 2,640 m Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerAccommodation: Local Lodge at PhakdingTransportation: Private transfer to Kathmandu domestic airport and scheduled flight from Kathmandu to Lukla

You will start the day with a hearty mountain breakfast as another superb day of hiking awaits you. Today’s trail is mostly undulating which can be challenging but is equally rewarding.

A few minutes out of Phakding, you might see wild honey bee hives high up on mountain cliffs. The trail gets exciting when you reach the landslide crossing at TokTok, and is followed by a small waterfall at Benkar. A river crossing above a suspension bridge after Benkar brings you to the quaint little hamlet of Monjo where you will need to show your National Park permits at a checkpoint. You will then continue to Jorsalle, where you can enjoy local cuisine with views of the famous twin suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi river.

After lunch, you will cross the suspension bridge and begin a slow grueling climb up a steep trail to Namche. As you climb, during clear weather, you might get a first peek at Everest (8,848 m), Nuptse (7,879 m) and Lhotse (8,383 m) at Top Danda. Once you arrive at the bustling town of Namche, you have the rest of the day at leisure. You can explore the town and indulge in luxury - a proper coffee, or shop for gears at one of the many stores in town, or just call it a day with a book in your lodge.

Max Altitude: 3,440 m Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerAccommodation: Local Lodge

This is actually a contingency day in case the flights out of Lukla can't take off due to unforseen reasons.

After breakast, you will embark on a guided tour of Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa; borth UNESCO world heritage sites, tll mid-afternoon. The rest of the day is at your own leisure.

Meals: BreakfastAccommodation: 3-star hotel in ThamelTransportation: Private transfer for the guided tour as mentioned in the itinerary

Trip Cost Details

Includes

  • Accommodation in Kathmandu: 4-nights in a 3-star hotel in Thamel with complimentary breakfast in the hotel
  • Food and board on the trek: Local lodges on the trail with 3 meals a day including a choice of either 2 cups of tea or coffee a day
  • Land transfers: All land transfers as mentioned in the itinerary, including airport pick up and drop to designated hotel as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Scheduled return flights: Kathmandu-Lukla

Trek Crew:

  • English speaking Nepal Government licensed trek guide
  • Trek support staff, including porter and assistant guide (depending upon group size)
  • Insurance of trek guide and support staff

Permits:

  • Sagarmatha National Park permits
  • TIMS permit
  • Rural Municipality Entrance fees

Excludes

  • Lunch & Dinner during Kathmandu stay, unless stated in the itinerary
  • Personal trekking  warm clothes, sleeping bag
  • High risk medical insurance
  • International air ticket.
  • Alcohol , beverages & telephone calls
  • Emergency rescue evacuation if needed.
  • Tips (end of the trip) for your trekking staff and porters.
  • If bad weather and other natural disasters circumstance makes your trip longer than our estimate itinerary and the cost will be extra!

Equipment Lists

 1. Warm Hat (Woolen or Fleece Beanie)

 2. Sun Hat or Cap

3. UV-Protected Sunglasses

 4. Neck Gaiter or Buff

 5. Headlamp with Extra Batteries

 

1. Base Layer (Thermal Tops)

2. Mid Layer (Fleece Jacket or Lightweight Down Jacket)

3. Outer Layer (Waterproof & Windproof Jacket)

4. Trekking Shirts (2–3)

5. Insulated Down Jacket (for Cold Evenings)

 1. Inner Gloves (Lightweight Thermal Gloves)

 2. Outer Gloves (Insulated & Waterproof)

 3. Hand Sanitizer (Travel Size)

 4. Wet Wipes or Tissue Pack

 

1. Trekking Pants (2 Pairs).

2. Insulated Pants or Thermal Leggings

3. Waterproof Overpants

4. Trekking Shorts (Optional)

1. Trekking Boots

2. Trekking Socks (3–5 Pairs)

3. Camp Shoes or Sandals

4. Gaiters (Optional)

 

1. Sun Hat or Cap

2. UV-Protected Sunglasses

3. Sunscreen (SPF 30+)

4. Lip Balm with SPF

5. Buff or Neck Gaiter

 

 

1. Toothbrush & Toothpaste

2. Toilet Paper or Tissue Pack

3. Hand Sanitizer (60%+ Alcohol)

4. Biodegradable Soap/Shampoo

5. Moisturizer / Face Cream

6. Wet Wipes / Baby Wipes

7. Quick-Dry Towel (Small)

8. Personal Medications & Feminine Hygiene

 

1. Water Bottles or Hydration Bladder (2–3 Liters Total Capacity)

2. Water Purification Tablets or Filter

3. Energy Snacks

4. Reusable Food Container (Optional)

 

1. Daypack (20–30 Liters)

2. Main Duffle Bag (70–90 Liters)

Basic Climbing Gear

  • Climbing Harness

  • Helmet

  • Crampons

  • Carabiners & Slings

  • Rope

 

Basic First Aid Kit

  • Adhesive bandages and blister plasters

  • Antiseptic wipes and ointments

  • Sterile gauze pads and tape

  • Pain relievers (paracetamol, ibuprofen)

  • Anti-inflammatory cream

  • Tweezers and small scissors

Altitude Sickness Medication

  • Acetazolamide (Diamox) — consult your doctor before use

  • Anti-nausea medication

  • Electrolyte powders to maintain hydration and balance

Common Medications

  • Anti-diarrheal tablets

  • Antibiotics (if prescribed)

  • Cold and flu remedies

  • Antihistamines for allergies or insect bites

  •  Other Essentials

  • Insect repellent

  • Personal prescription medications

1. Headlamp & Extra Batteries

2. Power Bank / Portable Charger

3. Ziplock Bags & Dry Bags

4. Travel Documents & Copies

5. Notebook & Pen

6. Small Sewing Kit

7. Multi-tool or Swiss Army Knife

 

Everest View Trek FAQs

It is highly recommended as guide knows the route very well, and communication with local people is easier with guide. Security is the major issue.

While trekking or driving you may feel motion sickness, vomiting there may be many reason, due to curves and the altitude complete different terrain and topography. Drink enough water while trekking, take lemon pieces, chew ginger or you can use motion-sickness tablets, such as Dramamine. You should not be worry about motion sickness, it is self treatable and get rid of it .

Tipping is not necessary for HEN staffs, although tipping for guide and staff is good practice, porter and guide expect tip, your tip helps their family.

We do insurance for guide and porters, we provide first aid kit for our staff's medicine, and provide emergency rescue. We are always conscious about the health and safety of guide and porters.

We have government certified and experienced guide who  can speak English very well, have good experience of trekking route and have good sense of humor, have knowledge to describe the local culture and community, biodiversity and flora and fauna.

You stay in local lodge or tea house; they have basic facilities like food, accommodation for sleeping and hot safe drinking water. Your guide helps you to accommodate in good lodge or tea house while trekking.

Depending on the seriousness of the accident we provide first aid if not then company can arrange the evacuation operation to the nearest medical facility and in case of any emergency company could bring you to Kathmandu.

Yes you do need trekking pole, it helps you save energy in high ascend and descend, if you have weak hips and knees and it helps to reduce the strain.

Shoe and socks should be comfortable, select right size, thick sole and matter of inner sole. If you have sweating feet then you have to change your socks frequently keep your feet clean and dry. You should carry blister prevention tape; skin tape can be helpful.

Yes you can trek without guide, but we suggest you not to trek without guide, due to security reason. Communication with local people, and trek route topography and weather as well as natural disaster are the challenges; if you go with guide it would be more comfortable for you.

As trekking is done in different landscape and trails, those routes are far away from pollution. Water here is drinkable but taking into consideration of our client's health and hygiene we provide mineral water which is purified and filtered. We provide standard and healthy foods. We provide best and comfortable lodging service available in trekking route.

Yes HEN arrange domestic and international flights and book hotels, we serve this service to our costumers only.

Tea house trekking is popular in Himalayan region. Local community run the tea house and lodge. They serve good foods (breakfast, lunch and dinner) these tea houses have good facility with hot water, comfortable rooms with attached bathroom, you can know the local culture, people and tradition and way of living in the trekking route.

Yes you can trek without experience, but you should acclimatize first, have good health, we guide you according to your need, you can do difficult and extreme treks.

The trekker should have general physical fitness, some experience of hiking, should not have any chronic disease, cardio respiratory diseases etc.

You can have easy access to communication but in remote areas we use satellite phone. So communication won't be an issue.

You should do your insurance from your respective country, which covers your risk, emergency evacuation by helicopter, medical treatment and other possible risks. Here is no policy as such.

Email us at info@himalayanecstasy.com. If you are already in Nepal, you can visit our head office at the ground floor of Tom & Jerry Restaurant in Thamel.

Yes, you need trekking permit while trekking. Depending on the trekking area you require special permit like restricted area, for other you need conservation / National park entry permit and TIMS (Tourism information management system) card.

There is no any age bar in trekking in the Himalaya. We design trek for children, teenager as well as senior citizen. For children and senior citizen we offer short and easy treks like around Kathmandu and pokhara valley. For adult and teenager we offer moderate and extreme trek.

Trekking is challenging walk in the different altitude, landscape and terrain so it depends on the location and choice of the trekker and the trekking route. There are easy, difficult and extreme treks in the Himalayas. One can choose out of different options of trekking packages provided by the trekking company.

The best season for trekking is March to May and September to November, during this period the weather is stable and clear, it is very wonderful time to experience the real Nepal to see the  amazing view of mountains, snow caped Himalaya and flora and fauna and culture of local people in the Himalayan region.

Camping trekking is organized and supported with team of professional guide, Sherpa, cook and porters. They accompany you, while trekking porters carry all the logistics like, tents, kitchen accessories, food, and fuel. Trekker should carry his/her minimal personal belongings while trekking.

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