Lobuche East Peak with Everest Base Camp

As you fly into Kathmandu, you'll have beautiful views over the valley, the snow capped mountain peaks in Himalaya, and of the terraced fields below. As per your arrival time, our representative will be at the airport to receive you and transfer you to your booked hotel.

Overnight in Hotel

Today after the breakfast we will proceed for sightseeing tour in and around the Kathmandu valley. The Durbar Squares, Pashupatinath temple, Swoyambhunath temple and Boudhanath temple are the major sight-seeing areas around the Kathmandu valley. These all are listed in a world heritage sites. The Durbar Square shows us the regal life of ancient periods. Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most sacred Hindu pilgrimages. Swoyambhunath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa is the Buddhist temple which is very popular around the globe. Swoyambhunath is also known as money temple stands on the hilltop west of the Kathmandu valley. It can also be known as the viewpoint of Kathmandu valley. Boudhanath temple is the biggest Chhorten ever made around the world.

Overnight in Hotel

We take a stunning early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, Gateway to the Everest region, perched above the Dudh Kosi or River of Milk so named because of the pale milky appearance of the glacier melt-water. We are now in the region of the legendary Sherpas and you will notice the difference in the faces of the people you meet here and those from the Kathmandu valley.

After lunch we trek north down towards Phakding along a meandering trail which is lined with mani stone walls, made with hundreds of stone tablets and giant carved boulders, brilliantly decorated with brightly colored paints. The Buddhists believe these to be sacred and so as a sign of respect to the local culture we pass them in a clockwise direction.

Overnight in teahouse.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440 m.) which takes about five and half hours. We head onwards and upwards as the trail starts to rise through a forest of rhododendron, magnolia and giant fir-trees. Our target this evening is Namche Bazaar, a delightful mountain village and the Sherpa capital, but first we must ascend Namche Hill; walking at a gentle but steady pace we finally arrive at the town that is itself an important meeting and trading point for the local people.

Overnight in teahouse.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Today is a rest and acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar. Namche is a colourful village with many wonderful and interesting shops and vendors, fabulous food, and stunning views of the surrounding mountains. An early hike above town, before the clouds move in, reward climbers with a spectacular Himalayan sunrise and views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse (the 4th highest peak in the world), and the beautiful Ama Dablam. On the way down, we can vis­it the Sherpa Museum that houses an exhibit on traditional Sherpa lifestyle and a fabulous photography display by a local Nepalese nat­u­ral­ist. One room highlights the Sherpa traditions and in another, Sherpa high altitude climbers are presented.

It is important to note that acclimatization is extremely important and that by using these acclimatization days correctly we greatly improve our chances of reaching our goal of Kalapatar, which lies at an altitude of 5545m.

Overnight in teahouse.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

After having breakfast, you begin to climb through the ups and downs route, passing the Mani wall. Continuing the trek, you pass the small settlement of Sanasa from where the trail drops towards Phunki Tenga (3250 m.). The steep trail begins through pine forests and around Mani stones as it follows the side of a hill to the saddle on which the monastery of Tenboche situated at 3867 m. The excellent views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kwangde will accompany you.

Overnight in teahouse.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

You descend downhill through a forest, cross the Imja Khola and climb steadily to the village of Pangboche (3,930 m/12,894 ft). This village is directly opposite Ama Dablam (6,814 m/22,356 ft) and has exceptional views of the mountain with the monastery, mani walls and scattered pine trees in the foreground. A further two hours’ walk-through scrub junipers bring you to Dingboche (4,410 m/14,469 ft). Dingboche is a summer settlement surrounded by some of the region’s most iconic peaks: Ama Dablam, the Nuptse-Lhotse ridge, Tawache, and Chalotse.

Overnight in teahouse.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

A full day has been allocated for acclimatization. You get to wander up the valley to the summit of Nangkartshang Peak (5,083 m/16,677 ft), from where you can get the stupendous 360-degree view of the mountains including Mt. Makalu (8,463 m/27,766 ft), Lhotse (8,516 m/27,490 ft), Cho Oyu (8,201 m/26,906 ft), Imja Tse (Island Peak) (6165 m / 20226 ft), Ama Dablam (6814 m / 22356 ft), Khangtega (6,783 m/22,254 ft), Thamserku (6,623 m/21,729 ft), Tawoche (6,501 m/21,329 ft) and Cholatse (6,423 m/21,073 ft).

Overnight in tea house.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

You continue up the wide valley beneath the impressive peaks of Cholatse and Tawoche on the left. Then turn right and take a steep climb towards the foot of the Khumbu Glacier. The tea house at Thogla (Dughla) (4,620 m/15,157 ft) is a good spot to have lunch. The trail zigzags up through the boulders of the glacier's terminal moraine. At the top of this climb there are many stone cairns, built as memorials to many Sherpas and international climbers like Scott Fisher who have died while climbing Mt. Everest. The path then climbs gently along the glacier, to eventually reach the cluster of houses at Lobuche (4,910 m/16,109 ft).

Overnight in tea house.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

A very early start is required to reach Gorak Shep. The trail offers superb views of the surrounding mountains, especially where the path is forced to rise to cross a tributary glacier. You stop for lunch at Gorak Shep (5,140 m/16,864 ft). Later in the afternoon, you make your way to the Everest Base Camp (5,364 m/17,598 ft). It takes several hours as the trail weaves its way through ice pinnacles and past the crevasses of the Khumbu Glacier. On the return leg, you can take a higher route to get a spectacular view of the Khumbu Icefall and the route to the South Col. You will return back to Gorak Shep (5,14o m/16,864 ft) for the overnight stay.

Overnight in tea house.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Early morning, you make your way to the top of one of the finest viewpoints in the Everest region, Kala Patthar (5,550 m/18,209 ft). Way to Kala Patthar is steep trail so you will take comfortable pace to reach on the top. The view from the top of Kala Patthar is one of the finest views of mighty Everest. You can also see Lintren (6,713 m/22,024 ft) and Khumbu Tse (6,639 m/21,782 ft) and Pumori (7,161 m/23,494 ft) mountains. You will spend some time on the summit and stroll back to Gorak Shep and continue down to Dingboche (4,410 m/14,469 ft)Early morning, you make your way to the top of one of the finest viewpoints in the Everest region, Kala Patthar (5550 m). Way to Kala Patthar is steep trail so you will take comfortable pace to reach on the top. The view from the top of Kala Patthar is one of the finest views of mighty Everest. You can also see Lintren (6713m) and Khumbu Tse (6639m) and Pumori (7161 m) mountains. You will spend some time on the summit and stroll back to Gorak Shep and continue down to Lobuche (4910m).

After an early lunch at the teahouse, you’ll begin your ascent toward Lobuche High Camp (5400m). The trek starts on a relatively flat path for about two hours, allowing you to enjoy the surrounding scenery. As you progress, the trail becomes steeper, leading you towards a rocky wall that requires some effort to navigate. Once you successfully climb the rocky section, you will arrive at your overnight camp at an elevation of 5,400 meters. Here, you can take a moment to rest and acclimatize, as well as enjoy a meal prepared for you. This stop is a crucial part of your journey, setting the stage for the next leg of the expedition.

The day begins early at 4:00 am as you start your climb on the rocky terrain of Lobuche Peak (6090m). After about two hours of ascent, you will reach the crampon point, where you will take a short break to equip yourself for the steep climb ahead on the fixed lines. As you ascend, you will navigate around crevasses, continuing your climb for another 3-4 hours until you reach the false summit of Lobuche. From there, you will carefully cross a crevasse before tackling the final 10-minute push to the true summit of Lobuche East (6090m), where only three climbers can stand at once. At the summit, you’ll have 5-10 minutes to take in the breathtaking views and capture photos to commemorate this incredible achievement. After soaking in the moment, you will begin your descent back to the high camp. Once you arrive, you will change your gear before trekking back to Lobuche (4910m) for the night, reflecting on a day of remarkable accomplishment and stunning vistas.

A spare day is kept if you miss the summit the day before. It’s essential that you wait if the weather condition worsens. Keeping an extra day ensures that you can summit the peak one way or other.

Leaving the Base Camp, you trek towards Pheriche. Descending all the way downhill passing Duglha, you finally reach Pheriche. You are rewarded with the spectacular views of Cholatse, Tawache, Ama Dablam, Pokhalde, Thanserku, Kantega, etc.

Overnight in teahouse.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Today’s trek is mostly downhill. You continue to follow the river and, after crossing it, climb back up through birch and rhododendron forest to Tengboche. Kwangde, Tawache, Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Kantega and Thamserku are just a few of the Himalayan giants to be seen. From Tengboche you descend to the bridge over Imja River. At Phunki Tenga, you get to see the water driven prayer wheels, before making our way back to Namche.

Overnight in teahouse.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Take the downhill trail to Lukla. We will follow the descending trail and walk through rocks and boulders to the suspension bridge over Dudh Koshi River. On reaching Lukla, you head to a local teahouse where you will stay overnight. In the evening, you celebrate the completion of your trip with your trekking crew.

There will be singing, dancing, and endless local brew rounds with the porters, guide, and assistant guides. This is an excellent time to thank the local crew for helping you realize your EBC dream. Offer them tips before retiring for the night and bidding goodbye to most of them. Overnight in teahouse.

Overnight in teahouse.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

You successfully conclude the trek and proceed for flight to Kathmandu. We will enjoy our last view of the high mountains while flying back to the Kathmandu from Lukla. The snow-capped mountains will be worth to watch. After 25 minutes of flight, our representative will be waiting for you at domestic airport to take you back to the hotel. You can spend the rest of the day at your leisure; feel free to relax or explore the local markets.

Overnight in teahouse.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

This is a contingency day in case of Lukla flight delays. If you have free time, you can let go the strains of your trekking in the Himalaya. You can explore around the Heritage sites in the city, stroll down the streets of Thamel for local cultural experience, visit nearby monasteries, relax at a nearby spa centers or do some souvenir haunting in the local bazar.

As per your flight time you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home or any other destinations. The airport check-in is 3 hours prior to the departure time and the hotel checkout time is 12 PM.

Or inform us if you want to stay longer for short tours such as Jungle Safari at National Parks, Mountain Biking, Rafting, a Tibet tour, a Tour to Bhutan or India Tour. We will be happy to assist you.