Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek - 18 Days

After breakfast, we first get you familiar with the Kathmandu valley by taking you for sightseeing. We first take you to Kathmandu Durbar Square and explore the beautiful complex of palaces, temples, shrines, and courtyards built by the ancient Nepali kings between the 12th and 18th century. We also take you to swyombhunath (Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath then after we will take you to Thamel – the vibrant tourist area with hotels, restaurants and outdoor shops. Briefing hotel where we will be discussing the technicalities of the trek. In the evening, you will enjoy a welcome dinner with cultural Dance. Overnight stay at Hotel

The road from Kathmandu to Jiri almost into Sherpa country takes 7 to 8-hour drives. On the road, you can see the many interesting and wonderful Places likes the Sun Khoshi (River of Gold), Tama Koshi River(river of Copper) Tall hills and climbing high over forested ridges before reaching Jiri. The first day, the camp is generally located fairly near Jiri. The Jiri is popularly named as the Switzerland of Nepal. The Evening is free to look around Village side. Spend your night at Jiri hotel.

Bhandar is reached through mountain villages with tantalizing views of the High Himalaya to the north. First, a 3 hr drive NE of Kathmandu to the Bhote Koshi Valley and Khadichaur and on the Kodari Highway to Tibet. A secondary road then heads east, snaking slowly through the hills to Charikot, Jiri Bazaar (start of early Everest expeditions) and then on a recent extension of the road, to Bhandar. Overnight in Bhandar

From the bhandar the Trail move down through the lower fields of village, then just follows the small river. It cross the stream and descend through the deep forest. After leaving the forest, the trail drops into a valley, passing Barandas, where local kids sell trekking stick to help you on the steep descent towards another river bank littleSherpa town kenja.(1570m) Trail ascends steeply towards Lamjura Pass The first parts of ascend is very steep, then it becomes less server as you gain height. After climbing two hours you will reach chimbu, at 2140m height. There is a trail joint, take right hand branch to sete

Today trekking will offer the views of the Mt Everest along with our peak of the eastern Nepal. Todays our climb will be up and down. The trail descends through conifers and rhododendron forest alive with birds through dense forest. Trail crosses many picturesque streams on the wooden bridges just before it reaches Nunthala at 2250 height and after trekking 5-6 hours, overnight at hotel in Nunthala.

Today our trekking will be little shorter as the trail descends to the Dudh koshi River. The trail follows to the river up to the jubing village. The trail crosses a suspension bridge and then takes a steep climb to the village of the Bupsa. Stay overnight at hotel of Bupsa.

Today’s our trek start with dense forests and over khari La mountain pass that offer again some fabulous views of the Himalayas. The trail today is up and down as you make your way to Surke village. Overnight at hotel.

Today we continue our trek from Surke to the Phakding at the height of the 2,652m height. Following a short tea break you will trek northwards up to the valley of Dudhkoshi. Descend from the small plateau into the forested valley. The trek is very easy and short today. However, the difference in altitude, in comparison with Kathmandu, can make you feel a bit difficult. After lunch you trek north towards Phakding. The trail crosses several streams and you finally reach to Phakding (2650m). You will spend your first night in this settlement from where you will have tantalizing views.

Hike to Namche Bazaar through farmland and settlements. You will follow the Dudh Kosi northwards. This day walk takes you through magnificent forests of rhododendron, giant fir and magnolia trees. You will cross the west fork of the river, the Bhote Kosi, and start the steep climb to Namche Bazaar. Namche is the largest Sherpa village which is called as gateway to Mount Everest. Namche is a prosperous Sherpa village and an important trading center as well. Locals from various villages gather during the weekly bazaar and sell fresh foodstuffs.

You will take rest in Namcha and explore the village Thamo or Synboche. Make yourself fit, physically and mentally, for the further journey. This day is for acclimatisation. We suggest you to stay active even in the rest day so that it will help you for the further trekking.

The route from Namche to Tengboche is unbelievably beautiful – the Dudh Kosi is far below and Thamserku, Kantega, Ama Dablam, Lhotse and Everest rise in the front. This lovely walk is full of woods, rhododendron forests, mani walls, chorten (stupas), and suspension bridges across the river.

After breakfast visit the beautiful Tenboche Monastery. Hear the story of Yeti from Lama and if possible see the praying. After this descend to a lodge in Debuche. After lunch trek to Dingboche. The trek is very beautiful. It is one of the most beautiful valley walks in the earth. Overnight in Dingboche.

This is an acclimatization day. An acclimatization day here can be used to hike up the Imja Khola to Chhukung or Nagarzhang Peak, a small summer settlement from where stunning views of Island Peak, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and the fluted ice walls flanking the Amphu Lapcha pass can be seen. Make fit yourself for the further journey. Physiologically prepare yourself for adaptation to changes in climate or environment. We recommend you to stay active even in a rest day as it is better than being idle while on a trekking journey.

The ascent towards Everest Base Camp continues through alpine meadows and summer yak pastures towards the end of the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. It is a steep, tough climb towards the village of Gorak Shep. Trek continues towards Lobuche where the view is straight towards Nuptse and the sunset is truly magnificent.

The higher altitude makes this day's trekking quite challenging. Trekking from Lobuche to Gorak Shep is very challenging. You will climb Khumbu Glacier and cross the Changri Glacier to Gorak Shep. The views are really stunning. Overnight in Everest Base Camp.

Your condition will be checked today before you move on. If the condition is found good then hike to Kala Patthar. Enjoy an early morning hike to an excellent viewpoint of the Everest region, with panoramic vistas of the front of Mt. Everest and Pomo-Ri. Kala Patthar is a notable landmark located on the south ridge of Pumori. The ascent of Kala Patthar begins at Gorakshep, the original base camp for Mt.Everest. Back to hotel for breakfast and trek down to Pheriche.

Today’s trail is not too much up and down, following a gradual ascent through a forest to the Phortse. This is the beautiful remote village in Khumbu region with spectacular mountain scenery. Meet with the local people and chat with them if you like. The trek is about 5-6 hours today.

After breakfast trek around one and half hour up to the Khumjung , at the foot of the sacred Khumbi Yul Lha. The village of Khumjung is situated near the peak of Khumbila, from which this region is named. The local monastery is well known for housing what is purported to be the scalp of the infamous Yeti. You will leave Khumjung passing through the school where Sir Edmund Hillary raised funds. His legacy and the great work he started here still continue. You will head towards Namche where you’ll spend a few hours before we leave for Monjo. As you reach the peak of the mountain you are destined with spectacular views of Namche from above. There is a very distinct tree line that you notice as you trek through the mountains. As you descend landscape continues to become greener. Beautiful waterfalls and streams are common as you walk down.

Hike down a steep trail to the Dudh Kosi and trek down. You’ll have a long and leisurely trek back to Lukla. Celebrate your trek at a local tea house and gaze back at the jagged peaks of the mountain you’ve enjoyed. Bid adieu tonight to your trekking crew.

After an early breakfast, From Lukla taking an early morning flight back to Kathmandu with views of mountains, at Kathmandu domestic airport and we transfers you back to respective hotels with rest of the day free at leisure, get frees, as your choice you can go massage give some relax to your tired shoulder and shoring legs. In the evening, you will enjoy farewell dinner and exchange your experience of the entire trip with us and overnight at hotels.

This day is the last day for yours in Nepal as per your schedule. After breakfast and check out from the hotel we will take you to the airport. If you want more exploring here, we will be ready to help and manage for your best. Thank you for choosing Satellite Treks And Expedition to travel with and we look forward to seeing you again in Nepal.