Everest Panaromic Trek - 8 Days

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Trip Facts
  • Trip Grade Moderate
  • Destination Everest Region
  • Max. Altitude 3962m
  • Trip Style Trekking & Hiking
  • Trip Type Group Join (2-12) or Solo
  • Best Time Spring & Autumn

Highlights

  • Short and easy trek in the Everest region perfect for beginner trekker or trekking with family
  • Take quick nerve racking flight in/out of Lukla
  • Get to witness excellent Mt. Everest views and other towering Himalayan mountains
  • The trail ascends through lush forests and beautiful mountain villages
  • Meet with Sherpas and have a glimpse of their lifestyle
  • Explore the famous Sherpa town, Namche Bazaar
  • Hike to the Guinness World Record holder hotel, Everest View Hotel

"Whether you are a beginner trekker or an experienced trekker, trekking with a family or solo, 8 days Everest View Trek is a perfect short trek in the Himalayas. It has the thrill of Lukla flight, the adventure of the Everest region, abundant flora & fauna, famous Sherpas, picturesque remote villages, and stunning mountain sceneries."

Everest View Trek is a holy grail for travellers looking for a short venture in the Khumbu region. This trek is also known as the Namche Bazaar trek or Everest Panorama Trek. It is a short trek that winds through the Sagarmatha National Park from Monjo onwards and ascends to the Everest View Hotel (3,962 m).

Everest View Hotel is one of the highest luxury hotels in the world. It is also the highest point of our Everest View Trek. Unlike the famous Everest Base Camp trek and its long time commitment, one can do the Everest View Trekking in 4 to 5 days if already in Kathmandu. The trek has the perfect balance of experience and steep walking. You get to know a lot of the Himalayas and the natives.

Mountain Views

The views during the Everest View Trek are breathtaking and will satisfy your heart. In Namche Bazaar, you get to see the first view of Mt. Everest (8,849 m). From here onwards, the trek offers constant views of the snow-capped Himalayan mountains.

Other mountains like Lhotse (8,516 m), Nuptse (7,861 m), Ama Dablam (6,812 m), Thamserku (6,608 m), Pumori (7,161 m), Kongde Ri (6,187 m), etc are also seen while trekking. Everest View Hotel offers the best landscape. While trekking, you get to see excellent sceneries of lush green hills, rivers, and waterfalls.

Everest View Trek route

Our Everest View Trek itinerary flies you to Lukla (2,846 m), from where we begin trekking through small mountain villages and dense forests of rhododendron, pine & bamboo. The route descends to Phakding village (2,610 ) on the first day you hit the trail.

From here, you walk, crossing numerous suspension bridges and steeply ascend to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m). We ascend to Everest View Hotel (3,962 m) and follow the same trail back to Lukla.

Difficulty

Everest View Trek is the easiest trek in the Himalayas that presents great views of Mt. Everest. It's the trek for everyone- old, young, and new. The trekking route has subtle steep & rough paths, and that is given because it's the Himalayas.

You do need to walk 5 to 6 hours a day on average. So get ready for a long walk. The Everest View Trek route is quiet descent services wise. You surely are travelling in one of the extreme parts of the Earth, however, the commercialization of this specific trail has made it much more convenient for the trekkers.

You can get almost all modern comforts during the trek, including WiFi, ATM, several cuisines to dig in, comfy accommodation, etc.

Altitude Sickness

The risk of altitude sickness during Everest View Trekking is low. Our itinerary has the needed rest days, so you do not need to worry about it. If you feel difficulty in breathing on your way or see other symptoms like nausea, headache, insomnia, etc, then inform your team leader. These are the early symptoms of altitude sickness and can be cured by taking some medication and resting.

Preparation

Everest View Trek preparation is light. Trekkers do not need to do any advanced training for this trek. You can go on short hikes or walk 4/5 hours a few times a week. Do activities that involve cardio. It will build up your stamina and get you ready for the trek.

Booking

To book Everest View Trek in Nepal, you can contact us anytime. Our booking for Everest View Trek 2022 autumn is open. Select your convenient date and send you your booking request. Similarly, you can also do the early booking for Everest View Trek 2023 spring/autumn.

Our travel consultant will help you with your questions and booking process. For booking, we need 20% of our package cost in advance. It will help us to make reservations and obtain permits. The remaining package cost you can pay us upon arriving in Kathmandu.

Trip Itinerary

This is a recommended itinerary. You can always make your own trip plan as per your interest and budget.

  • Day 1:Arrival in Kathmandu
  • Day 2:Kathmandu sightseeing and trek preparation
  • Day 3:Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2,610 m)
  • Day 4:Phakding to Namche Bazaar
  • Day 5:Namche Bazaar: hike to Khunde/Khumjung (3,780 m) and Everest View Hotel -then to Namche
  • Day 6:Namche Trek back to Lukla
  • Day 7:Take a flight back to Kathmandu from Lukla
  • Day 8:Final Departure

We welcome you at the airport on your arrival. Our airport representatives will take you to the hotel we have booked for you. We do not have any activity planned for today, so you can rest and later explore the lively streets of Thamel. In the late evening, there will be a small meet and greet kinda event with our team members over a welcome dinner.

  • AccommodationHotel
  • MealsWelcome dinner

Today, we spend the first half of the day exploring the historical sites around Kathmandu like Patan Durbar Square, Boudhnath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, etc. It'll be a guided tour. We'll learn a lot about Nepali culture, history, art, and architecture during the tour.

Later in the afternoon, we meet with the trek guide and begin preparing for the trek. The preparation involves checking our trekking clothes and gear. We pack everything in a duffel bag and use a day pack to carry some essentials.

  • AccommodationHotel
  • MealsBreakfast only

Altitude: 2,860 m
Duration: 35 minutes flight & 3-4 hours trek

Our adventurous trek begins today. We load the luggage and fly to Lukla airport. The flight will be thrilling and offers a beautiful aerial panorama of the Himalayas. From Lukla, we begin trekking towards Phakding village, where we are going to spend the night.

Phakding is situated around a couple hundred meters below Lukla. Spending a night here allows our body to acclimatise because the elevation gain from Kathmandu to Lukla is huge. The trail between Lukla and Phakding descends through the forested path.

  • AccommodationLodge
  • MealsBreakfast, lunch & dinner

Altitude: 3,440 m
Duration: 6-7 hours

We trek to the famous Sherpa town, Namche Bazaar, today. Leaving Phakding, we pass by Jorsale and Monjo villages. From here, we begin walking inside the Sagarmatha National Park.

The trail goes through dense forests and crosses many suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi river. The final ascent before reaching Namche Bazaar is steep. We get to enjoy the first view of Mt. Everest from here.

  • AccommodationLodge
  • MealsBreakfast, lunch & dinner

Altitude: 3,962 m
Duration: 4-5 hours

 We begin the day early and hike to Everest View Hotel and Khumjung village.

The hike will be fantastic. We get to enjoy sensational views of the snow-capped Himalayan mountains like Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Pumori, Thamserku, etc. Everest View Hotel is famous for its elegant setting amidst the lush green hills and mountains. The hotel offers views of Mt. Everest from all of its windows.

Khumjung village on other hand houses the oldest monastery in the Khumbu region. This hike will offer us a good insight into the culture & lifestyle of the Sherpa people.

Then we trek  to Namche.

  • AccommodationLodge
  • MealsBreakfast, lunch & dinner

Altitude: 2,860 m
Duration: 6-7 hours

After a delicious breakfast, we get ready to trek back to Lukla. The trail retraces the same path down to Monjo. It will be a steep long downhill walk, so be careful. From Monjo, we descend to Chauri Kharka via Phakding village and ascend following a steep route to Lukla.

  • AccommodationLodge
  • MealsBreakfast, lunch & dinner

Altitude: 1,300 m
Duration: 35 minutes

Taking an early morning flight, we came back to Kathmandu today. The takeoff and the aerial scenery during the flight will be phenomenal. You have an entire day in Kathmandu, and it is your last day as well. Relax and do some shopping. In the late evening, we meet you over a farewell dinner.

  • AccommodationLodge
  • MealsBreakfast, lunch & dinner

The trip has ended. You fly back to your home today. Our airport team will take care of airport escort and check-out from the hotel.

    It is our regular itinerary if you are looking for a personalized or planning an offline trip. Please, feel free to share our travel experts.

    Trip Map

    Everest Panaromic Trek - 8 Days map

    Cost Details

    • Airport pick-up and drop by private tourist vehicle.
    • Flight tickets from Kathmandu- Lukla & Lukla- Kathmandu.
    • 3-4 star hotel in Kathmandu stay.
    • Fully guided Sightseeing in Kathmandu and nearby cities on a private vehicle.
    • Government-licensed English-speaking local Guide with porters.
    • Dinner at a local restaurant with a cultural show.
    • All food (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) in trekking 
    • Tea/ coffee and other local non-alcoholic drinks in trekking.
    • Tea house/lodge accommodation.
    • All land transportation (private vehicles)
    • TIMS (Trekking Information Management System) card.
    • All require a national park and entry Permit.
    • Duffel/kit bag, sleeping bag, down Jacket, hat.
    • All food, drinks, Lodge, salary, Insurance, medical equipment, for guide and porters.
    • All government taxes.
    • All official costs.
    • International flight tickets.
    • Nepal entry visa: you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (A multiple-entry tourist visa good for 30 days can be obtained by paying US $ 50 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained by paying US $ 120. Please bring 2 copies of passport-size photos.)
    • Any bar bills (alcoholic drinks, mineral water, and cold drinks), cigarettes, client’s personal insurance, or any kind of unforeseen expenses.
    • Travel insurance (should include high altitude resuce package in an emergency)
    • Tips for Guide and Porter (Tips are not compulsory but expected).
    • Personal trekking gear.

    Essential Info

    Best Time

    Do Everest View Trek from March to April (spring) and October to November (autumn) for the best trekking experience. You'll see no unstable weather obstacles or have to face delays or cancellations in flights between Kathmandu & Lukla. The views are the finest in these months. Similarly, the climate is pleasant, and the seasonal vegetation along the way makes the journey excellent.

    You can also do Everest View Trekking in winter- December to February. If you love snow and winter landscapes, then this trip will become a journey to the haven for you. However, winter trekking in the Himalayas has some drawbacks like extreme cold climate, unstable weather, and route blockage because of heavy snowfall.

    Accommodation

    Everest View Trek is a lodge trek. We spend the nights in a clean and comfortable lodge along the trekking route. You'll get a comfy bed with a blanket and a pillow. The rooms are twin shared with an attached washroom.

    Meals

    Our trek package has three meals a day during the trek- breakfast, lunch & dinner. You can carry some additional snacks with you while walking or also budget some spare money to buy food & beverages out of offered meals.

    The meals will be fresh and healthy. You can choose from the menu of the lodge. We advise you to eat dal bhat in one meal to get all the nutrients and energy. Meat items are usually made using frozen meats, so it's better to keep your meals clean to avoid an upset stomach.

    Do not buy bottled drinking water while trekking. It'll cost you a lot of money. Instead, carry a reusable water bottle and refill boiled water in lodges free of cost. Also, do not drink water from taps or streams because you may not digest it.

    Group/Private Joining

    You can trek in a group or privately with us. If you are a solo trekker, you can choose one of our departure dates, and we'll add you to one of our groups. You trek with other fellow travellers from around the world.

    If you are shy and not comfortable trekking with strangers, you also have the option to go on a private trek with us. Likewise, you can also trek with your group.

    Child Policy

    Our child policy for Everest View Trek is flexible. It is a kid-friendly trek. You can trek with your child without any worries. Our team will help you with preparation and support you during the trek. For more detailed information about trekking with your kid, get in touch with us.

    Travel Insurance

    This trek does not necessarily require travel insurance. However, having one will do you no harm. Even though Everest View Trekking is not as treacherous as other treks, we still ascend to a significant height in a remote area. So, having travel insurance that covers your airlift and medical bills will be handy in case any unseen medical emergency occurs.

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