Everest View Trek

12 Day(s)

Overview The Everest View Trek offers a remarkable and less physically demanding journey compared to the full-scale Everest Base Camp Trek, making it an ideal choice for those seeking an unforgettable Himalayan adventure with moderate difficulty. Lasting around 8 to 10 days, this trek takes you through the stunning Khumbu region of Nepal, allowing you to witness some of the world's highest peaks up close. The journey typically begins with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, a small mountain airstrip. From Lukla, trekkers also traverse picturesque Sherpa villages, lush rhododendron forests, and cascading rivers, immersing themselves in the region's…

Overview

The Everest View Trek offers a remarkable and less physically demanding journey compared to the full-scale Everest Base Camp Trek, making it an ideal choice for those seeking an unforgettable Himalayan adventure with moderate difficulty. Lasting around 8 to 10 days, this trek takes you through the stunning Khumbu region of Nepal, allowing you to witness some of the world’s highest peaks up close.

The journey typically begins with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, a small mountain airstrip. From Lukla, trekkers also traverse picturesque Sherpa villages, lush rhododendron forests, and cascading rivers, immersing themselves in the region’s rich culture and warm hospitality. The trail meanders through Namche Bazaar, the bustling Sherpa hub, offering a chance to acclimatize and explore the local markets and monasteries.

As the trek progresses, breathtaking vistas of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and other soaring peaks dominate the landscape, leaving trekkers in awe of nature’s grandeur. The famed vantage point, Tengboche, with its ancient monastery and serene backdrop, presents a perfect opportunity for reflection and photography.

The trek continues towards Khumjung and Khunde villages, providing an insight into the Sherpa way of life. Trekkers often visit the Hillary School and the Khunde Hospital, contributing to the region’s welfare.

Despite being a shorter trek, the Everest View Trek doesn’t compromise on breathtaking panoramas and cultural encounters. It caters to a wide range of adventurers, from seasoned hikers to families with children or those short on time.

With the mighty Himalayas as the backdrop, trekkers savor unforgettable sunrises and sunsets, turning the mountains into vivid hues of gold and pink.

Conclusion and Summary

Overall, the Everest View Trek offers an incredible opportunity to experience the magnificence of the Himalayas, immerse in the Sherpa culture, and create cherished memories that last a lifetime. Whether you are an avid trekker or a novice explorer, this journey promises an extraordinary and soul-stirring adventure in the lap of the world’s highest peaks.

Trip Highlights

  • Scenic flight to Lukla
  • Mount Everest (8,848m)
  • Relaxed and easy trek in the Everest region
  • Sagarmatha National Park (UNESCO World Heritage site)
  • The famous Sherpa town – Namche Bazaar
  • Highland wildlife like musk deer and Himalayan Monal
  • Ancient monastery in Tengboche
  • Wide range of flora and fauna
  • Other beautiful high peaks – Mt. Lhotse(8,516m) and Cho Oyu (8,201m)

Itinerary

After you arrive in Kathmandu airport please check our company board outside the main gate there will be our airport representative you will meet with him and he will transferred to hotel by private vehicle and our representative will help you to check-in your hotel after that if time enough, representative will take you to our office for short briefing about the trip but if not enough time then give a short trip brief in hotel and request to pay the due balance for the trip. Overnight at Hotel

 

After breakfast, tour guide will take to you for full day sightseeing in historical monuments sightseeing places including swayambhunath known as monkey temple, Kathmandu durbar square & Patan durbar square then drive back to Hotel. Overnight at hotel

 

Early morning your trek guide will be meet you at your hotel and transfer you to airport by private vehicle for the Lukla flight. Kathmandu to Lukla you will fly on a twin-engine (tiny) aircraft. The views from the plane are amazing, providing dramatic views of terraced hills and the distant Himalayan giants. After landing in the village of Lukla (2840 m) you will meet the rest of your staff/porters that guide will hire them in Lukla for your whole trek. The trail drops steeply for bit then descends to Chheplung (2660 m) and Thado Khosi gaon there is suspension bridge that you have to cross after that you see the head of the valley Mt. Kusum Kanguru (6367 m). After bridge climbs bit to reach at Ghat (2590m) on banks of the Dudh Koshi River just short visit at monastery then little easy walk then after climb again to reach at Phakding (2610 m) Overnight at Teahouse.

Today, the trail we cross the Dudh Koshi river and climb gently the valley to Toktak (2760 m) and Benkar (2710 m) The trail keeps close to the river valley and is lined with beautiful blue pine and rhododendron forest that is very spectacular in the spring months, when the flowers are in bloom and also you will see the beautiful waterfall. We will see the snow-capped peak of Thamserku (6623 m) & Khumbi La (5765 m) at Benkar. We cross the Dudh Kosi River at Benkar. From here it is only a short walk to Monjo (2840 m). Just beyond the Monjo trek enters the Sagarnatha (Everest) national park where you need to check your permits. After checking the permits the trail steep rocky descend to large farm aftermath cross bridge at Dudh Kosi and follow the west banks. Just short distance up the river is Jorsale (2830m). The trail follows the river for a while, then re-crosses the Dudh Koshi along the river bank and after short ups and downs, makes a steep climb near the confluence of the two rivers (Bhote Koshi & Dush Koshi) then little climb and re-crosses bridge at Dudh Koshi after that the trail follows steeply ascent towards the Namche Bazaar(3440 m). One hour before arrive Namche Bazaar from where we may see the Mt. Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516 m) and Nuptse (7879m) first time in your life. Namache bazaar is gate way to khambu. Namche is the main trading village in the Khumbu region and holds a busy Saturday market. There is set a meeting place for the Hindu traders from the lowlands and the Tibetan yak caravans that have reached there by crossing the glaciated Nangpa La pass. Overnight at teahouse.

Acclimatization is most important before heading higher. Most off the trekker’s acclimatization at Namche on their trek schedule. Today you may excursion either Thame village or viewpoint as your wish but better to consult with your guide regarding the day trip earlier night. If you prefer to Thame it takes approximately 7/8 hours walking both way go and return to Namche. it is popular for visiting Thame monastery but most of the trekker’s choose the easy option just to go Viewpoint in the stand point of splendid view of the Himalayas including Mt. Everest (8848), Lhotse (8516 m), Lhotse shar (8382 m), Nuptse (7879m), peak- 38(7591 m), Ama dablam (6856 m), Thamserku (6623m), Kangtega (6783 m), Kusum kangaru (6367), Cholaste (6335 m), Tabuche peak (6495m), Khumbi La (5765 m) and  Kwangde Ri (6011m) etc. overnight at teahouse.

Today the trail at first slightly climb up for a while up to the Chor camp at Namche Bazzar then continue easy level walk to kyangjuma 3550m. Along the way from chor camp at Namche bazaar to kyangjuma you may enjoy incredible view of Mt. Everest (8848), Lhotse (8516m), Lhotse shar (8382 m), Nuptse (7879 m), peak- 38(7591 m), Ama dablam (6856m), Thamserku (6623 m), Kangtega (6783m), Kusum kangaru (6367), Cholaste (6335 m), Tabuche peak (6495m), Khumbi La (5765 m) and  Kwangde Ri (6011m). From kyangjuma the trail follows for a while easy level walk through Rhododendron forest to sanasa .There is two way from where one way left hand side leads to the Gokyo valley trek and another way right hand side leads to the direct Everest base camp trek. From sanasa the trail descends gradually through pine forest to lausasa where there are a few teahouses aftermath the trail drops steeply through the pine and Rhododendron forest to Phungi thanga, a small settlement on the river banks of the Dudh kosi at 3250m. The trail climbs steeply at beginning then a gradual ascent through blue pine and Rhododendron forest at the hill top of Tengboche Monastery at 3867m. The view of sunset and sunrise as well as magnificent view of the Mt. Everest including other Himalayas form Tengboche probably most amazing during your treks. Tengboche monastery is one of the beautiful monasteries in solu khumbu area as well as the religious center of the whole ‘Sherpa land ‘entire solu khumbu area. Overnight at teahouse.

Today we trek back along the Dudh Kosi River through a magnificent rhododendron forest and past brilliant waterfalls. Shortly before reaching Namche, the trek takes us through a pine forest, where musk deer often graze in the early morning. Arriving in town, we may see lowland porters, highland Sherpas, and Tibetan people and again you reach in Namche bazaar. After Namche the trail descend to Larja dobhan (confluence of two rivers) though the pine forests before you reach at Larja Dobhan you may get last opportunity to see Mt. Everest and Lhotse. After cross the bridge at Larja Dobhan the trail descends for while and then walk along the Dudh Koshi River. Re-cross the Dudh Koshi continue level walk to Jorsale. Beyond the Jorsale the trail leads a bit ascend after that re-crosses the suspension bridge then short steep climb to Monjo (2835m) overnight at teahouse.

 

From Monjo the trail leads descends for a while and cross Dudh kosi over the suspension bridge then short easy level walk to Benkar. After Benker the trail follows a bit up and down and level walk along the Dush kosi valley then after re-crossing the suspension bridge you reach at Phakding (2610m). Beyond Phakding the trail follows a short descends continue level walk for a while then short steep climb up passes several Buddhist setups at Ghat village. Aftermath short steep climb up to Thado kosi and a bit descends re-cross the small bridge then climb up a short distance after that  finally you re-crosses last long suspension bridge of your trek. The trail after the long suspension bridge follows the up wards route as far as Chablung, then turns off towards Lukla. The broad trail at Chablung leading uphill to the left hand side climbs steadily past a few (bhattis) local inn and houses. From there the trail follows through scrub forest above the school and houses of Chaurikharka village then final climb up of your trek about half and hour reach lukla Tamang tole where a new settlement with houses and Bhattis then short distance walk to approach to Hotel close by Lukla airport. Overnight at teahouse.

 

In the morning, we take the tiny aircraft to flight from Lukla to Kathmandu which is very interesting scenery flight journey on the earth. After arrival in Kathmandu airport we drive you to hotel.

After breakfast, tour guide will take to you for full day sightseeing in historical monuments sightseeing places including Boudhanath (biggest Buddhist stupa), Pashupatinath temple (A biggest Hindu temple) & Bhaktapur durbar square then drive back to Hotel.

Today, you have leisure day for relax or shopping in Kathmandu so you can do your own activities by yourself or consult with company to arrange extra activities. Overnight at hotel

After breakfast, End of our services with departure transfer to the Kathmandu airport to board flight for your onward destination

What's Included

1. Airport Pick-up and Drop Off,
2. Licensed and trained trekking guides,
3. potters for carrying goods and supplies,
4. Meal on full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea & coffee) basis during the trek
5. 3 Nights Accommodation in the 3/4/5 Star Hotel in Kathmandu with B & B. (Bed
& Breakfast) & Other Destination Based on Trekking Area.
6. All accommodation during the trek.
7. All meals and hot beverages during the trek.
8. Transportation to and from trail head.
9. All necessary documents and permits for trekking (where applicable)
10. National Park/Conservation Area entry Permit, Insurance, and equipment for the staffs.
11. Coordination of quick Rescue service (Costs covered by your Insurance Plan)
12. Trekking staffs wages etc.
13. 1 hr. trekker massage after your trek.
14. Welcome and Fare well dinner in a Nepali Cultural Dance restaurant in Kathmandu.
15. Trekking Duffle Bag
16. Trekking Staff Insurance of $10,000 Per Person.
17. Trekking Map, T-shirt, and Trekking certificate.
18. Exclusive of Medical Kit Bag
19. All Government and local Taxes
20. International Flight ticket re-confirmation.
21. Meals will be Start when your Trek starts.

What's Excluded

1. International Airfares,
2. Travel/Trekking Insurance,
3. Excess baggage charges More than 16kg and hand bag more than 5 kg in
domestic flights.
4. Visa fees.
5. Airport Departure Taxes.
6. Drinks (Cold and Alcoholic) Rescue charge.
7. Tips for The staffs.
8. Expenses of Personnel nature and Permit and Liaison officer fee (where Applicable.
9. Meals during stay in the Kathmandu and Pokhara.
10. Domestic Ticket Etc.
11. Extra Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara.

Trip Information

The Everest View Trek is a popular trekking route in Nepal that offers stunning views of the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest, as well as other peaks in the region. This trek is an excellent option for those who want to experience the beauty of the Himalayas without the physical demands of a full-fledged Everest Base Camp trek.

The trek typically starts from the town of Lukla, which is accessible via a short flight from Kathmandu. From Lukla, trekkers will follow a trail that passes through beautiful Sherpa villages, lush forests, and scenic valleys. Along the way, they will have the opportunity to visit several monasteries and learn about the local culture and traditions.

The highlight of the trek is the stunning view of Mount Everest and other peaks from the vantage point of the famous Everest View Hotel in Namche Bazaar. From here, trekkers can also explore the town and its surrounding areas before making their way back to Lukla and returning to Kathmandu.

The Everest View Trek usually takes around 8-10 days to complete, and it is suitable for trekkers of all ages and fitness levels. However, it is still a high-altitude trek, and proper acclimatization is essential to avoid altitude sickness. Trekkers should also be prepared for variable weather conditions and bring appropriate gear and clothing.

Overall, the Everest View Trek is an excellent option for those who want to experience the beauty of the Himalayas and see the world’s highest peak up close without committing to a full-fledged Everest Base Camp trek.

 

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