Overview
Everest View trekking is an ideal mini trek for those who do not have much time to spend but have a desire to observe the beauty of Mt. Everest closely.
One can enjoy the view of the flora and fauna in Sagarmatha National Park as well as the ethnic Sherpa community. Everest view trek starts with a short but breath taking flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. After arrival in Lukla, we follow an ancient route that journeys through tiny villages, across high mountain passes, and through remote valleys. The views grow more spectacular as we venture up the DudhKosi River to Namche Bazaar - the gateway to the Khumbu region at 11,300 feet. We spend a night next to the Tengboche monastery (12,887 feet), where you are rewarded with spectacular views of AmaDablam, Mt. Everest, and Lhotse.
Trip Highlights:
- Get closer to the ethnic people of Khumjung Village
- Cross the Hillary Suspension Bridge
- Observe the Tengboche Monastery
- Discover some of the world's tallest mountains
- Enjoy the alpine wilderness
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu, meet & transfer to hotel. Overnight.
You'll be greeted at the airport by our representative from the company, so look out for our company signwritten on a placard after you come out of the exit gate. From there you will be transferred to your hotel.
Day 02: In Kathmandu
Sightseeing in Swoyambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath and Pashupatinath. Overnight hotel.
Day 03: In Kathmandu
Sightseeing in Patan&Bhaktapur.
Day 04: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2800m), trek to Phakding.
After a very early start, and an early take off from Kathmandu Domestic Airport, a 45 minute flight is all it takes to propel us into the Everest region of Nepal. The landing at Lukla (2800m) is spectacular and on arrival we are greeted by our Sirdar and trekking crew who organize the luggage and hustle us off for tea. After a leisurely lunch we start the trek in earnest, setting off for a gentle walk to Phakding (2800m), a further 3 hours to the north. The trail leads through Lukla, past hotels, shops and airline offices to the edge of the Lukla plateau where the trail drops to meet the intersection of the Jiri trail at Chablung. From here the trail follows the DudhKosi north through the village of Ghat and then finally to Phakding where we spend the night.
Day 05: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
From Phakding the trail continues north up the DudhKosi valley, staying 100m above the river on its west bank. The trail leads us to Jorsale (2810m) where we enter the Sagarmatha National Park, and submit our trekking permits for checking. From here we continue on an ever-steepening trail to Namche Bazaar (3440m), known simply as Namche. En route we cross the spectacular suspension bridge high above the confluence of the BhoteKosi and the DudhKosi, and shortly after glimpse our first view of Everest, way off to the north-east. The trail to Namche is steep and long, but eventually we reach the remarkable Sherpa capital perched high on the hillside and dominated to the east by the immense bulk of Kwangde (6187m).
Day 06: Namche to Tengpoche
From Namche, you will trek north-east on a direct line to Everest, starting up the hill to the Visitor Centre and Continuing on a reasonably flat easy trail high above the DudhKosi. Ahead of us we can see one of the most beautiful mountains in the Khumbu - AmaDablam (6856m), as well as Everest still far off in the distance. We pass through the settlement of Sanasa before making our descent to the Dudh and Kosi the village of PhunkiThanga. Of course, 'what goes down must go up', and from here it is a steep long climb up the side of the hill to the saddle on which Tengpoche Monastery is located at 3870m. As we enter the grounds of Monastery we will be welcomed by the most magnificent Mountain View in the world. The long climb seems well worth it as we gaze upon a panorama of Himalayan giants, including Everest as it peeks above the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge.
Day 07: Tengpoche to Khumjung
From Tengpoche the trail drops steeply to the river at PhunkiThanga, and then rises again to traverse high above the river on the winding trail leading back to Namche Bazaar. Shortly after passing through Sanasa, we branch off to the right and take the trail leading gradually upwards to the extensive Sherpa settlement of Khumjung at 3790m. Khumjung is the the largest village in the Khumbu and contains many items of interest for the visitor – the Gompa possesses the supposed skull of a Yeti but this has been scientifically disproved.
Also in Khumjung is the Hillary School, and further up the hill at the village of Khunde is the Khunde Hospital, built in 1966 and maintained by the Sir Edmund Hillary Himalayan Trust.
Day 08: Trek back to Lukla
You will complete the circular route by returning to Namche and from here continue on down the main Everest trail. This is a short day and hence you have time to browse the shops in Namche, before descending steeply to the river. The trail is easier now as we are losing altitude, and you can enjoy a gentle walk on the trail above the DudhKosi.
Day 09: Morning fly from Lukla to Kathmandu.
Day 10: Free day for shopping in Kathmandu.
Day 11: Final departure from Kathmandu.
