| Duration: | 23 Days | Trip Code: | CO-103 |
| Trip Grade | Moderate to Strenuous | Max-Altitude: | 5555 m /18220.4 ft |
| Meals: | All meals during trek | Accommodation: | Hotels/Mountain Lodges |
| Group size: | Minimum of 2 | Transportation: | Flights/Private Vehicles |
| Trip Start: | Kathmandu | Trip End: | Kathmandu |
| Primary Activity: | Trekking, Sightseeing & Hiking | Best Season | March to May, Mid September to Mid December. |
Those who want to trek to Everest base camp using the trails used by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa must try Everest base camp via Jiri. This is the oldest route and comparatively a longer one that is widely preferred by the trekkers. Choosing this trip is the best decision as it includes a combination of natural and cultural wonders. It is worth taking a chance. Jiri is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful areas of Nepal which are sometimes compared to Switzerland. The rustic setting, the beautiful vista of different mountains, age-old Sherpa culture are some of the perks of this route. You will see a vast diversity of flora and fauna on your way to Everest. Your journey begins from a concretely settled Kathmandu to the suburbs and finally to the irresistible Jiri that welcomes you with beautiful mountains, and a pretty landscape covered by rhododendrons and pine forest.
This trek involves a lot of ascends and descends with many beautiful hamlets and the people residing there. The area is serene and magnificent. On your way to Phakding from Jiri, you will experience amazing things that you have never seen or done before.
Spring Season (March to May) and autumn season (October to December) are considered to be the best season for Everest Base Camp Trek. We advise you to avoid monsoon season as the hilly roads and trails are extremely slippery and prone to landslides. You will reach at an altitude of 5,364 m (17,598 ft.). Our well-researched itineraries will help you get the ultimate adventure experience that you deserve to see and savor during this trek.
We proudly offer you a 23 days standard package for Everest Base Camp via Jiri Trek if you are willing to enjoy your holiday without rushing to base camp. We assure a cozy accommodation, hot baths and hygienic meal throughout your trip with bed and breakfast in Kathmandu. Our well-experienced guides and staffs will accompany you throughout the trip. Our staffs always carry cell phones along with them so as to communicate instantly in case of emergencies. You can get special discounts on groups. We ensure you a guaranteed departure on your chosen date. We always recommend you to add one night (three nights to the most) in Kathmandu after your trek if possible). We can arrange helicopters as per needed in case of flight cancellation as per your need and request.
The suggested itinerary is for the traditional route to the Everest Region, you can also go through the itinerary such as Everest Base Camp Trek and Everest Panorama Trek if you want to fly to Lukla. If you require any other trek other than the suggested one, then you can contact us for the tailor-made itinerary of your choice.
Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing & trek preparation
Day 03: Kathmandu to Jiri (2,370m/7,774ft), 8-9 hrs drive
Day 04: Trek to Bandar (2,190m/7,183ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Day 05: Trek to Sete (2,575m/8,446ft), 4-5 hrs walk
Day 06: Trek to Lamjura pass (3,530/11,578) to Junbesi (2,680m/8,790ft), 6-7 hrs walk
Day 07: Trek to Nunthala (2,330m/7,642ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Day 08: Trek to Bupsa (2300m/7,544ft), 4-5 hrs walk;
Day 09: Trek to Surkhe (2,290m7, 511ft), 4-6 hrs walk
Day 10: Trek to Phakding (2,610m/8,561ft), 4-5 hrs walk
Day 11: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Day 12: Acclimatization day at Namche
Day 13: Trek to Tengboche (3,867m/12684ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Day 14: Trek to Dingboche (4,358m/14,295 ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Day 15: Acclimatization day at Dingboche
Day 16: Trek to Lobuche (4,928m/16164 ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Day 17: Trek to Gorekshep (5,160m/16,929ft) & Everest base camp (5,316m/17,437ft), 7-8 hrs walk
Day 18: Trek to Kalapatthar (5,550m/18,204ft) hike and to Pheriche (4,200m/13,776ft), 6-7 hrs walk;
Day 19: Trek to Kyangjuma (3,500m/11,480ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Day 20: Trek to Khumjung to Monju (2,850m/9,348ft), 6-7 hrs walk
Day 21: Trek to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft), 4-5 hrs walk
Day 22: Fly back to Kathmandu
Day 23: Departure from Kathmandu
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Our airport representative will welcome you at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu upon your arrival. He/she will escort you to the respective hotel in a private vehicle. Your prior trip meeting will be scheduled on the very day at the hotel before dinner. However, our airport representative will give you a brief idea about the second day’s schedule on your way to the hotel. During this meeting, we will introduce you to your leader/guide. Please do not hesitate to ask questions about your trek or anything that is related to your trip. To make you feel comfortable, we host a welcome dinner for you in a popular restaurant in the city where you can enjoy authentic Nepali meal along with cultural programs including ethnic dance and songs. Tonight will be spent at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing & trek preparation
Total duration: 4-5 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
After the breakfast, you will be visiting the different places in Kathmandu. There are many historic and cultural places that are of great significance in Kathmandu. You will get to see the major attractions of the city along with our professional guide and a private vehicle. The following are the major places that you will visit:
You will be visiting Patan Durbar Square, which has been listed in the UNESCO’s World Heritage Site. You, can enjoy the age-old cultural heritage of the city. Boudhanath and Swayambhunath a sacred pilgrimage of the Buddhist and Pashupatinath the very famous Hindu temple e are the attraction of today’s sightseeing program. After sightseeing, you will be meeting us at our office for a prior trek meeting. You can go shopping in the evening at Thamel which is famous for useful tourist’s products. We will stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Jiri (2,370m/7,774ft)
Total duration: 8-9 hrs drive
Meals included: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner
Our Journey for today will begin right after the breakfast. We will travel to Jiri via local Bus from Kathmandu. Though the distance from Kathmandu to Jiri is almost 160 km due to the roads with twists and sharp bends throughout it will take us almost 9 hours to reach Jiri. The road through the Midlands is full of exquisite views that will soothe your mind and soul. Jiri is one of the beautiful hill stations of Nepal. We can enjoy the time drooling around the village. The night will be spent in Jiri.
Day 04: Trek from Jiri to Bandar (2,190m/7,183ft)
Total duration: 5-6 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Our trek will begin today. After having our breakfast we will start to walk through the beautiful countryside crossing numerous uphill and downhill trails. On our way we will pass through beautiful hamlets, farm, fields, and people residing there. After reaching Deorali pass we will begin to descend on the stoned steps to reach Bhandar. You can enjoy the rest of your day drooling around the village. This night will be spent at Bhandar.
Day 05: Trek from Bhandar to Sete (2,575m/8,446ft)
Total duration: 4-5 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Today after breakfast we will start the trek descending through the lower field of the village to reach Tharo Khola. After crossing the steel bridge and walking along the bank we will reach a beautiful village Kenja. The major settlements of this village are Magars and Newars. After lunch, a long uphill climb will lead us towards Chimbu and then to Sete. We will see a number of amazing landscape, villages, and beautifully terraced fields on our way to Sete. Sete is a small Sherpa Village that is situated in the middle of the rhododendron forest. We will stay at Sete tonight.
Day 06: Trek to Lamjura pass (3,530/11,578) to Junbesi (2,680m/8,790ft)
Total duration: 6-7 hrs Walk
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Today we will have to brace ourselves for a gradual uphill climb to reach Lamjura Pass, the highest point between Namche and Jiri. While trekking, we will pass through beautiful lush of rhododendron, maple, birch, and magnolia. We will also see few scattered farmhouses on our way to Lamjura Bhanjyang. This place is also famous for watching high altitude birds like sunbirds, flycatchers and many more. From this point, we will descend on the steep trails towards the village of Tragdobuk and finally to our today’s destination Junbesi a pleasant Sherpa village. We will stay here tonight.
Day 07: Trek from Junbesi to Nunthala (2,330m/7,642ft)
Total duration: 5-6 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner
Today's trek will begin from Junbesi after the breakfast. After crossing the Junbesi River, we will climb the steeper uphill trails and upon our arrival on the top of the hill we will get the first glimpse of Mt. Everest and other peaks including Thamserku (6608m), Kantega (6779m), Kusum Kangru (6367m) and Mera Peak (6654m. The ascend continues to Ringmo Village right after crossing Ringmo River. We will then climb to the Trakshindu La pass (3071m), to see the isolated monastery of Trakshindu. This represents a good example of Sherpa architect. Then after descending through pine and rhododendron forest, we will reach at Nunthala. We will stay overnight at Nunthala.
Day 08: Trek from Nunthala to Bupsa (2300m/7,544ft)
Total duration: 4-5 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner
After breakfast, we will descend until we reach Dudhkoshi River. After crossing the suspension bridge our walk will continue to reach up to a ridge to Khari Khola which is a nice looking Sherpa village. We will cross the suspension bridge over Khari Khola and to the trails will lead you to an uphill climb to reach Bupsa. We can spend the evening exploring the village and will stay at Bupsa tonight.
Day 09: Trek to Surkhe (2,290m7, 511ft)
Total duration: 4-6 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner
Our trek will begin with ascend from Bupsa towards Bhumsing village (2,300m/7544 ft.).From here the trail will lead towards the north side of the valley to reach Pujyan village. After Pujyan we will have to walk a long way following the numerous ascend and descend to reach Surkhe where we will be staying tonight.
Day 10: Trek from Surkhe to Phakding (2,610m/8,561ft)
Total duration: 4-5 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner
Today, shortly after breakfast we will start to hike towards the north to reach Chaurikharkha, a large but with scanty settlement. This village is said to be very fertile for agriculture and supplies barley, wheat buckwheat, and green vegetables to the Khumbu region. There is a monastery and a high school. Since the trail joins the trail from Lukla to Phakding, making the path busy, we will see numerous trekkers coming from Lukla, numerous porters carrying a lot of stuff and pack animals. We will reach Phakding after few hours of walk. We will stay overnight at Phakding.
Day 11: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft)
Total duration: 5-6 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner
Today, our trek continues along the trail of Dudhkoshi River after breakfast in Phakding. We begin with an uphill walk crossing the suspension bridge with prayer flags that leads to Monjo, the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park. There are many teahouses, and shops on the way to Monjo from Phakding for light refreshment. After clearing the entrance formalities to enter the National Park, we will walk down the steeped trail to Dudhkoshi River. After crossing another interesting suspension bridge, the uphill trail will lead you to Namche Bazaar-Gateway to Mt. Everest. We can find many good restaurants, hotels, lodges shops, money exchange, bakeries and teahouses as Namche is the biggest village along the whole Everest trail. Major attractions of this day are an amazing view of Mt. Kusum, Lhotse, Nuptse and a first Glimpse of Mt. Everest. We will stay in a guesthouse tonight.
Day 12: Acclimatization day at Namche
Total duration: 2-3 hours
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
The entire day will be spent in Namche so as to adjust with the thin air and the environment. Namche is an important acclimatizing spot. It is always advisable to remain active instead of sitting ideal during the day. Today, we will go for a short trek to Thame, an old Sherpa village, to celebrate and watch Sherpa Tradition or we can visit the peripheral villages offering us a lot more to see and cherish. We can also visit the National Parks headquarter, monasteries or the museum. Evening time can be spent by roaming around the market areas. This night will also be spent in a lodge in Namche Bazaar.
Day 13: Trek to Tengboche (3,867m/12684ft)
Total duration: 5-6 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
The trek for today will start shortly after the breakfast. Today we will follow the trails along the glacial water of Dudhkoshi up till the altitude of 3867m. On our way we can enjoy the phenomenal view of the Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. Enthralling Thamserku exists in the close vicinity of the trail along with the lush of the temperate vegetation including Rhododendron, Oak, Juniper etc. We might also get a glance of wild fauna like Himalayan Thar, Musk deer, Snow Leopard and different varieties of birds prevailing in that region. Upon reaching Tengboche; we can visit the famous Tengboche Monastery decorated with beautiful Sherpa art and beautiful wall hangings. We will stay overnight at a lodge/teahouse in Tengboche.
Day 14: Trek to Dingboche (4,358m/14,295 ft)
Total duration: 5-6 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Our journey begins after breakfast at Tengboche. Today’s trek begins with a short hike down followed by an uphill climb to Pangboche (3,860m/12,664ft) crossing the river through a suspension bridge. You will be accompanied by a prepossessing view of the green vegetation. The beautiful view of the small villages and the chortens are very soothing. Majestic view Mt. Ama Dablam and other peaks like Island Peak, Lhotse awaits you here. Here we have great chance to see the typical Sherpa people, culture and traditions. After a few hours of uphill climb, we will finally reach to Dingboche (4,358m/14,295ft). We will spend this night in Dingboche.
Day 15: Acclimatization day at Dingboche
Total duration: 1-2 hours
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Today is the second day for acclimatization. After breakfast, we will go for a short trek to Chuklung valley and Imja Khola valley where we can enjoy the phenomenal view of Mt. Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Lothse and many others. We can also view the beautiful fields and pastures of Dingboche from this point. After spending few hours we will return to Dingboche for the overnight stay.
Day 16: Trek to Lobuche (4,928m/16164 ft)
Total duration: 5-6 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Today, after the refreshment, we will walk through the lateral trails of the Khumbu Khola valley to reach Dugla. During the trek, we will get to see the breathtaking view of Mt. Pumori (7,138m/23,418ft) and Chola Lake. We will reach to Dugla after crossing a small bridge followed by a decent ascends. At this point, we will pass by some stone memorials of Sherpa’s climbers who perished on the Glacier of different peaks nearby. We will also get a glimpse of the peaks like Mahalangur Himal, Khumbutse. After a gentle climb from Khumbu valley we will reach Lobuche. We might find some breathing difficulties due to the altitude. We will spend the night in Lobuche.
Day 17: Trek to Gorekshep (5,160m/16,929ft) & Everest Base Camp (5,316m/17,437ft)
Total duration: 7-8 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Today's walk is going to be a bit difficult as we will be walking along the Khumbu Glacier to reach the Everest Base Camp. We will first trek to Gorakshep and after having lunch there the uphill climb for Everest base camp begins. From this point we will see the Everest at close proximity without any mountaineering equipment’s. After walking through the rocky trail we will reach the Base Camp (5,357m/17,575ft). You can see the splendid view of Khumbu valley from this point. We will return to Gorakshep for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 18: Kalapatthar (5,550m/18,204ft) hike and to Pheriche (4,200m/13,776ft)
Total duration: 7-8 hours
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
We will have to start our trek early today because this is the most tedious day of the entire trip. We will begin our journey by climbing up to reach Kalapatthar (Black Rock at 5,545m/18,192ft.), that offers the best views of Mt. Everest. This is a very challenging ascent yet a very rewarding one as it offers an enthralling view of the Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori and Ama Dablam. We can spend some time here taking photographs before descending down to Gorakshep and then trek down to Periche. We will stay at Pheriche tonight.
Day 19: Trek from Pheriche to Kyangjuma (3,500m/11,480ft)
Total duration: 5-6 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Today after breakfast, we will walk downhill along the riverside towards Phortse Thanga. After crossing the river there will be a gradual uphill walk to reach Kyangjuma through Tashinga Village. This is the junction of the ways to Gokyo Valley, Khumjung village and Namche Bazar. From here it is about 40 to 50 minutes of walk to reach Khumjung. This is the place where the peaks like Amadablam, Lhotse and Thamserku are clearly visible along with the magnificent scenery of the landscape, forest and wildlife. We will stay at Kyangjuma village tonight.
Day 20: Trek from Kyangjuma to Khumjung to Monju (2,850m/9,348ft)
Total duration: 6-7 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Our trek today will begin from Kyangjuma towards Monju. Right after the breakfast, we will begin the hike towards Khumjung. From here it takes about 40 to 50 minutes of walk to reach Khumjung. This village has got typical type of trails through the houses. Beautiful chortens, Mane, prayer flags are seen here. There is a Sherpa School for secondary education (Only one of Khumbu), and we could also visit Khumbu Hospital in Kunde where western Doctors are available (With collaboration with Himalayan Rescue Association) for basic treatment of AMS. Though a longer one but today's trek is comparatively easier than the other days. We will come across few Sherpa settlement during the walk. We will have to walk for almost 7 hours to reach Monjo which is a beautiful Sherpa village. People of this village depend on agriculture for their livelihood. These people are warm and friendly. Today's night will be spent at Monjo after dinner.
Day 21: Trek to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft)
Total duration: 4-5 hrs of walk
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
We will have to ascend as well as descend today. We will cross the suspension bridge over the Dudhkoshi River and descend for a while followed by a long ascend to reach Lukla from where our trek began. This evening can be spent with the team members roaming around market or can have some quality time with ourselves enjoying achievement that we made during past few days. We will spend this night at Lukla.
Day 22: Fly back to Kathmandu
Meals included: Breakfast/Dinner
Flight to and from Lukla are normally scheduled during the early hours as the weather might go unpredictably adverse during the later hours. After breakfast, you will be taken to the airport by our guide and you luggage will be taken care of by the porters and local Sherpa’s. You will reach to Kathmandu after a 30 min of flying. You will be escorted to the respective hotel by our staff from the airport.
Since today is your last day in Kathmandu, we host a farewell dinner where you can give your feedback regarding the services that we provided during the entire trip. We will stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 23: Departure from Kathmandu
Meals included: Breakfast
This is the last day of your trip with us. You can extend your trip for one or two days to visit other interesting places in and out of Kathmandu which is completely optional. If not then one of our staff will escort you to the airport as per your scheduled departure. You can roam around the city and buy souvenirs and do shopping to take along with you if your flight is scheduled during late hours.