| Price per person | No of people |
|---|---|
| $1,900 - $3,000 | 1+ |
Price range 1900-3000 USD, please contact with us to get personal quotation.
Plan for an evening briefing on last minute details regarding your trek. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Lukla is the gateway to the Everest region. In the morning, you will drive by private vehicle to Kathmandu Domestic Airport to take a flight to Lukla, which lasts approximately 40 minutes. During December, January, February, June, July, and August, you can fly directly from Kathmandu to Lukla.
However, during the peak trek seasons of March, April, May, October, and November, flights to Lukla may operate from Ramechhap/Manthali instead of Kathmandu due to increased traffic congestion. To catch a flight from Ramechhap, you must leave Kathmandu and head to Manthali around 12:30 a.m. on your scheduled departure date, as the drive takes approximately five (5) hours. The flight from Ramechhap to Lukla takes approximately 20 minutes.
We recommend adding an extra day at the start of your trip to avoid an early morning wake-up, especially after a long international flight during peak season. Arriving in Kathmandu one day earlier will allow you to relax. The following day, you can take a bus from Kathmandu to Ramechhap/Manthali, which takes about 5-6 hours, or opt for a private vehicle for a shorter travel time but at a higher cost. This option would require an overnight stay at a hotel in Manthali, adding one extra day to your itinerary.
To avoid the Kathmandu-Manthali-Lukla route, you can charter a helicopter from Kathmandu to Lukla for approximately 550 USD per person when shared among five passengers.
Lukla is situated beneath the Naulekh Himal (6240m) and Kongde Ri (6187m). It is a Sherpa town with a small airstrip called Tenzing-Hillary Airport, named after the late conqueror of Mt. Everest. From Lukla, we will embark on our trek along a gentle, gradual path, passing through charming Sherpa villages. Our journey will first take us to Chheplung (2660 meters), followed by a crossing of the Thado Koshi River (2540 meters) via a suspension bridge. From the bridge, we will enjoy impressive views of Mt. Kusum Kanguru (6367m). We will continue to the Buddhist village of Ghat before reaching our overnight stop at Phakding (2640m), located near the Dudh Kosi River. The trek will take approximately 3 to 4 hours, covering 6.2 kilometers.
We begin our trek along the northern banks of the Dudh Koshi River, crossing several suspension bridges along the way. The trail takes us through Toc Toc, Benker, Chumoa, and Monjo. We will reach the Sagarmatha National Park Check Post, Jorsalle Village, and the Hillary Suspension Bridge as we hike. This impressive double suspension bridge, often called the “Windy Bridge,” hangs at a dizzying height above the Dudh Kosi River, marking the point where the “real mountains” begin. If you're interested in an adrenaline rush, you can opt to go bungy jumping from the Lower Hillary Bridge, though this will be at your own expense as it's not included in our program. After crossing the bridge, we ascend through a thick, dense forest. From this forest, you'll get your first glimpse of Mt. Everest. However, we will push further to reach Namche Bazaar, a renowned Sherpa town often referred to as the capital of the Sherpa people. We will stay overnight at a hotel in Namche Bazaar.
Acclimatization does not mean a complete rest day; instead, it involves spending two consecutive nights at the same altitude while hiking to a higher altitude during the day. We suggest a hike to Khumjung village (3780 m) via the Everest View Hotel (3880 m) and back to Namche. This trek takes approximately 5 to 6 hours and covers 8.9 km.
Khumjung Village is a charming Sherpa settlement with unique cultural and natural attractions. During the day, we will hike to the Everest View Hotel via Syangboche Airport, where we can enjoy stunning views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516m), Ama Dablam (6856m), Thamserku (6608m), Kangtega (6979m), Mount Kusum Khangaru (6367m), Kongde (6011m), Tawoche Peak (6367m), Cholatse (6335m), Imja Tse (Island Peak) (6179m), and Khumbila, also known as the God of Khumbu (5761 m). We will spend the second night at a hotel in Namche Bazaar.
We leave Namche Bazaar, following Bhote Koshi, and past the pine and rhododendron forests. On the way, you will also see the mud-plastered stupa at Phurte. As you move ahead, you will come to Thamo and Samde. From here, the path drops steeply to the Khumbu Hydroelectric Plant, ultimately leading to the Thame, which lies at the end of Khumbu Valley. Thame is home to many famous Sherpa mountaineers, including Apa Sherpa, who holds the world record for summiting Everest 21 times. It is also the childhood home of Tenzing Norgay Sherpa, one of the first men to climb Mt Everest with Edmund Hillary. Overnight at the teahouse in Thame.
Today, we will walk through many Sherpa villages, such as Thametan and Hungmo, while enjoying views of the landscape, vegetation, and mountains. The last village in the valley is Taranga, but we continue the hike through Marulung (4200m) village and finally to Lungden. If time allows and you feel comfortable well, we can visit Nakpa Valley, which used to be the old trade route to Tibet. Additionally, we can hike to Cho Relmo Lake as well. Overnight at the teahouse in Lungden.
We will wake up early; the high altitude could make it quite a tough day. The route leads up from a secluded northern valley reminiscent of the Tibetan plateau. The trails gradually ascend towards the summit of challenging Renjo La Pass via a steep, rugged, and windy trail. The summit of the pass provides stunning 360- degree mountain views including Mt. Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516m), Makalu (8485m), Cho Oyu (8201m), Ama Dablam (6856m), Thamserku (6608m), Kantega (6685m), Kusum Khangaru (6367m), Tawoche (6367m), and Cholatse (6335m). You will also see the third central Gokyo Lake, Dudh Pokhari, next to Gokyo village. The path then descends, allowing you to enter the Gokyo Valley, but you must be cautious as the trail can be icy. The trail drops down to Gokyo village, where you will spend the night.
Acclimatization day involves spending two consecutive nights at the same altitude while hiking to a higher altitude during the day. We will hike to Gokyo Ri (5357m) early in the morning for 360-degree Himalayan views. The climb to the summit takes about 2 hours, and the descent takes 1.5 hours. Because of the high altitude, the 1.5 km distance must be hiked slowly, but you cannot walk faster due to the thin air. The view from Gokyo Ri is unquestionably stunning. It includes Mt. Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516m), Nuptse (7861m), Pumori (7165m), Changtse (7550m), Lingtren (6749m), Ama Dablam (6856m), Thamserku (6608m), Kantega (6685m), Kusum Khangaru (6367m), Kongde (6011m), Khumbila (5761m) (God of the Khumbu), Tawoche (6367m), Cholatse (6335m), Imja Tse (Island Peak) (6179m), and many others. Unlike the Everest Base Camp Trek from Gokyo Ri, you can witness the mighty Himalayas, beautiful turquoise lakes, and glaciers simultaneously. Today’s total distance is a 3 km round trip to Gokyo Ri, which takes about 3-4 hours. After returning to Gokyo Village, you can rest, explore the town, or visit the beautiful Gokyo Lakes, including the Fifth Lake and Ngozumpa Glacier. Overnight at a tea house in Gokyo village.
After breakfast, we grab our backpacks and continue down the trail across the rugged and rocky moraines of the Ngozumpa Glacier, experiencing several ups and downs, towards the collection of lodges known as Thangnak or Dragnag. This location is set in a serene environment, ideally located for crossing the Cho-La high pass. We will spend the night at the tea house in Dragnag.
This pass connects the main Everest Base Camp trail to the Gokyo region. Since the trek crosses a glacier at some point, crampons are recommended for this pass. Cho La Pass is one of the most challenging and adventurous routes, offering panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Mt. Everest (8848 m), Lhotse (8516 m), Ama Dablam (6856 m), Baruntse (7162 m), and Gokyo Valley. This challenging day concludes at Dzongla village, providing much-needed rest and a good dinner. From Dzongla, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of Cholatse (6335m) and Taboche (6495m), perfect for capturing stunning sunrise and sunset photography. Overnight at a tea house in Dzongla.
Today is a comparatively easy and short day on a nice, flatter trail with gorgeous views of Cholatse (6335m) and Taboche (6495m), including a beautiful turquoise glacial lake, Cholatse Tso, at the base of Cholatse. You also won’t see many trekkers until you reach the main trail near Lobuche. Overnight at a tea house in Lobuche.
Most of the trail today lies on the glacier and the moraine alongside it. After arriving at Gorak Shep, we will have lunch and take a break for a while before continuing our hike for 3.5 km to Everest Base Camp (5364m), which will take approximately 2 hours, then 1.5 hours back.
Legendary peaks such as Pumori, "the Mountain Daughter" (7165 m), Lingtren (6749 m), Changtse (7550 m), Mount Everest (8848 m), Nuptse (7861 m), and Lhotse (8516 m), along with massive glaciers like the Khumbu Glacier, surround the Base Camp. During the climbing season, colorful camps and tents can be seen at the Base Camp. We will return to the teahouse in Gorak Shep for an overnight stay.
Ensure you have appropriate clothing and gear for trekking at these high altitudes. Temperatures in Gorak Shep can drop below freezing, with average minimum temperatures around -6 °C and maximum temperatures around 5 °C, along with strong winds. Please check the Packing Essentials Guide (Packing List) for suggestions. The lodges do not have heating in the rooms, except the dining room, and only during the evening meal service.
The climb to the summit takes about 2 hours, while the descent takes 1.5 hours. Due to the high altitude, the 1.8 km distance must be hiked slowly, as the thin air makes it difficult to walk any faster. The view from Kala Patthar (meaning "Black Rock") is nothing short of spectacular, featuring Mt. Everest (8848 m), Lhotse (8516 m), Nuptse (7861 m), Pumori (7165 m), Changtse (7550 m), Lingtren (6749 m), Ama Dablam (6856 m), Thamserku (6608 m), Kantega (6685 m), Kusum Khangaru (6367 m), Kongde (6011 m), Khumbila (5761 m) (the God of the Khumbu), Tawoche (6367 m), Cholatse (6335 m), Imja Tse (Island Peak) (6179 m), Lobuche Peak (6145 m), Pokalde Peak (5806 m), and Honku South Peak (6119 m). After returning to Gorak Shep, we’ll grab our backpacks and continue down the trail for about two hours to Lobuche (4910 m). Overnight at a tea house in Lobuche. The total distance for today is 3.7 km to Kala Patthar plus 4 km to Lobuche (4910 m), which takes about 3-4 hours.
Kongma La Pass is considered the most difficult and highest of the three passes on this trek, but don’t let the word ‘difficult’ scare you. “Crossing the Khumbu Glacier” is another thing that scares people doing the three-pass trek, but the route across the glacier is not that challenging to follow, and cairns mark the way in some of the trickier spots. You won’t likely be swallowed by a huge crevasse that unexpectedly opens beneath you. On the way up (assuming a clockwise hike) is a very steep scree chute, a bunch of loose and sliding rocks, which could be the most challenging part of the trek, but not so much on the way up.
Once you reach Kongma La Pass, you will be able to see majestic views of high peaks like Lhotse (8516 m), Makalu (8485m), Cho Oyu (8201m), Nuptse (7861 m), Pumori (7165 m), Changtse (7550 m), Lingtren (6749 m), Baruntse (7162 m), Ama Dablam (6856 m), Thamserku (6608 m), Kantega (6685 m), Kusum Khangaru (6367 m), Kongde (6011 m), Khumbila (5761 m) (the God of the Khumbu), Tawoche (6367 m), Cholatse (6335 m), Imja Tse (Island Peak) (6179 m), Lobuche Peak (6145 m), Pokalde Peak (5806 m), and Honku South Peak (6119 m). We descend from the Kongma La Pass to the eastern side of the Nigyang Khola Valley and into Chukhung Village. Sherpas use this area as a yak pasture, but no permanent habitation exists. Overnight at a tea house in Chukhung.
We descend the Imja Khola valley and trek through the village of Dingboche, famous for its stone-walled potato fields and alpine pastures. You will also pass Tsura, Orsho, and Shomare along the way. As we continue our hike, we will reach Lower Pangboche Village - the place for year-round settlement in the valley, and then to Deboche and Tengboche. From the Tengboche viewpoint, you can see awe-inspiring views of distinctive peaks like Ama Dablam (6856m), Everest (8848m), Nuptse (7861), and Lhotse (8516m). We will also visit Tengboche Gompa - the oldest monastery in the Khumbu region. Overnight at a tea house in Tengboche.
Today is another short day, and as we descend to lower altitudes, we can cover the ground faster than we could on the way up. The trail to Namche Bazaar takes us through forests inhabited by highland wildlife like pheasants, musk deer, mountain goats, and snow leopards. We will climb the steep slopes scattered with chortens and prayer flags. From the path, you can enjoy the view of the peak of Everest (8848 m) and the backside of Lhotse (8516 m). Overnight at a hotel in Namche Bazaar.
The trek follows the main Everest Base Camp route, passing through Chumoa, crossing the Dudh Kosi River, and reaching Lukla, the Khumbu Valley's domestic airport. Overnight stay at a teahouse in Lukla.
However, during peak season, flights usually go to Ramechhap Airport in Manthali instead. The flight time from Lukla to Kathmandu is approximately 40 minutes, while the flight to Manthali takes about 20 minutes. The drive from Manthali to Kathmandu takes 5 to 6 hours by private vehicle and 6 to 7 hours by bus. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
If you are not interested, it can be removed from the itinerary and those shortening that program by one or two days. Today, we will visit Patan Durbar Square in Lalitpur and Bhaktapur Durbar Square. These old towns are within 5 to 15 Km from Kathmandu and can be explored on a day trip. They are two of the three Durbar Squares in the Kathmandu Valley, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. One of its attractions is the medieval royal palace where the Malla Kings of Lalitpur resided. Later, we will drive back to Kathmandu to visit Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) and Kathmandu Durbar Square, where you’ll marvel at the temple of Goddess Kumari and learn about the captivating legends of the valley. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
If you are not interested, it can be removed from the itinerary and those shortening that program by one or two days. After breakfast, join our tour guide to explore Kathmandu Valley’s cultural and historical UNESCO World Heritage sites. We’ll begin at Boudhanath, home to the impressive Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest Buddhist shrines in the world, where you can witness Buddhist monks in prayer. Next, we’ll visit Pashupatinath, Nepal’s most revered Hindu temple, along the sacred Bagmati River. At this site, you will see Hindu holy men (sadhus) meditating, pilgrims bathing in the river, and occasionally, funeral pyres burning on the ghats, highlighting the blend of spirituality and tradition. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Our airport representative will drop you off at Kathmandu International Airport for your outward journey.
These costs are usually your responsibility. Depending on the selected itinerary, some or all these costs are excluded from the quoted price of the package.
Cost of packages for the Everest Region.
The cost of trekking packages in the Everest Region varies based on several factors, including trek duration, the number of trekkers, whether the trip is private or on a group basis and whether you choose a budget or luxury experience, the season, porter service requirements, but guides are an integral part of this trek. The modes of transportation and types of accommodation also vary. The Everest Region has several accommodation facilities: Tea Houses, Guest Houses, and Hotels. All the rooms have twin-sharing arrangements during the journey, so you must share them with other trekkers. You may, however, reserve a separate room, but it will be more expensive. Prices for these treks generally range from 1450 USD to 2000 USD for the Everest View Trek and 1900 USD to 3000 USD for the Everest Base Camp Trek per person (based on a single person) and higher for longer treks. For luxury packages, the price could be double. Also, the larger your group, the lower the per-person cost, as some costs could be shared, like transportation by private vehicle or accommodation.
TMT specializes in all-inclusive trekking packages from Kathmandu, some with heritage sightseeing tours. Depending on accommodation, these packages can be budget-friendly adventures or luxurious getaways. We can also provide individually tailored packages to match your interests and preferences. Don't hesitate to contact the TMT team for a personalized quote based on your itinerary and preferred options.
The cost of these all-inclusive packages typically includes transportation from and to the international airport from your hotel, accommodation at the hotels in Kathmandu and in local lodges or guesthouses, meals (except lunch and dinner in Kathmandu), and the services of a licensed trekking guide and porter. We also include the cost of all necessary permits, such as the Sagarmatha National Park Permit, the Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit, the Trekking Permit (TIMS), and all the applicable local taxes. Please refer to the Included/Excluded Services and Items section for details.
Using an agency like TMT offers numerous benefits that make your trip much more comfortable. When you book a trek package with us, you won't have to worry about where to go, how to get there, or finding a place to stay overnight, especially during peak seasons. Traveling with a licensed local guide is also significantly safer. Do you have experience with high-altitude trekking? Are you familiar with how to recognize the signs of high-altitude sickness and how to manage it? By choosing TMT, the trek becomes a shared responsibility between you and the agency.
Where does the money you pay to the agency go? Almost all of it goes "back to the mountain," so to speak. Only a tiny fraction is spent on office expenses.
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You may also be responsible for additional costs not listed here. Please refer to the Included/Excluded Services and Items section for details.
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