Take a thrilling 30-minute mountain flight to Tenzing-Hillary Airport in Lukla. After meeting your porters, begin trekking downhill through beautiful pine forests, past mani stones, and alongside the roaring Dudh Koshi River to the village of Phakding.

Max altitude

2,845m/9,334ft

Cross several high suspension bridges, including the famous Hillary Suspension Bridge. After entering the Sagarmatha National Park checkpoint at Monjo, face a grueling, steep uphill climb through pine forests to reach Namche Bazaar, the bustling Sherpa hub. Catch your very first glimpse of Mount Everest along this climb.

Mandatory rest/hike day. "Hike high, sleep low." Take a steep morning acclimatization hike up to the Everest View Hotel (3,880m) for panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. Explore Namche’s bakeries, gear shops, and the local Sherpa Culture Museum before returning to Namche to sleep.

The trail begins with a relatively flat, scenic walk winding around the mountainside. Then, descend sharply to Phunki Thenga for lunch by the river. From there, face a tough 2-hour zigzagging uphill climb through rhododendron forests to Tengboche, home to the largest Buddhist monastery in the Khumbu region.

Descend through forests to Deboche, cross the Imja Khola river, and pass through Pangboche village, where the tree line completely disappears. The landscape shifts into an arid, alpine tundra. Push forward into the wind-swept fields of Dingboche, a village protected by stone walls to grow barley and potatoes.

Second mandatory acclimatization day. Hike up Nagarjun Hill (Nangkartshang Peak), reaching an elevation of around 4,800 to 5,100 meters. The steep climb rewards you with breathtaking, sheer vertical views of Ama Dablam, Island Peak, and Makalu (the world’s 5th highest mountain). Return to Dingboche for a restful afternoon.

Trail gently upwards past Thukla (Dughla) for a quick break. Next is a steep, slow climb up the Thukla Pass, which opens up to the moving Sherpa Memorial, a collection of stone monuments dedicated to climbers who lost their lives on Everest. From here, walk alongside the terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier to the small outpost of Lobuche.

Max altitude

530m/1,739ft

A rocky, undulating 3-hour trek over glacial debris brings you to Gorak Shep, the highest sleeping stop. After a quick lunch and drop of heavy bags, push onward for 2 to 3 hours over rugged moraine to reach the legendary Everest Base Camp. Celebrate your achievement at the iconic boulder covered in prayer flags, take photos, and return to Gorak Shep before dark to sleep.

Max altitude

5,364m/17,598ft

Wake up at 4:00 AM in freezing temperatures for a brutal 2-hour uphill scramble to the top of Kala Patthar. This is the highest point of the trek, offering the ultimate, unobstructed sunrise view over Mount Everest, the Khumbu Icefall, and surrounding giants. Descend to Gorak Shep for breakfast, pack up, and head heavily downhill all the way down to Pheriche village.

A long but physically easier day as you retrace your steps backward. Pass back through Tengboche, descend to the river, climb briefly back up, and coast along the mountainside trail until you are back in the comfort, warm showers, and cafes of Namche Bazaar.

Difficulty

Walking Distance: 14.3 km

Your final trekking day. Make the steep descent down to the Hillary Suspension Bridge and exit the National Park at Monjo. Continue following the Dudh Koshi river, facing a few final, surprising uphill climbs before arriving back in Lukla to celebrate with your team.

Difficulty

Walking Distance: 18 km

Catch an early morning flight out of Lukla. Once back in Kathmandu, transfer to your hotel for rest, souvenir shopping, and a well-deserved celebratory dinner.

Free day for self exploration.

Enjoy your final breakfast in Kathmandu. A Himal Trek Nepal representative will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport exactly three hours before your scheduled flight time, marking the conclusion of your journey.