Everest View Trek - 8 Days

Trek Route Summary

Maximum elevation:
3860m
Destination :
Nepal
Region :
Everest Region
Activity :
Everest Treks
Duration :
8 Days
Distance :
51 km / 31.6 miles
Group Size :
Min 02 and Max 10 (For solo, we offer a private package)
Nature of Trek :
Lodge to Lodge Trekking
Best Season :
March, April, May, June, September, October and November
Activity Per Day :
About 5-6 hrs walking
Accommodation :
Hotel in Kathmandu, Lodge House during the trek
Transportation :
Private Transportation (Kathmandu hotel-Kathmandu Airport-Kathmandu Hotel), Flight (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu)
Start / End Point :
Kathmandu / Kathmandu
Major Attractions :
World Heritage Sites (Temples, Durbar Squares, Stupas and National Park) Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche Monastery, Dingboche, Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar
Required Permits :
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit and Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit

Trip Highlight

  • Get an ample opportunity to get the panoramic views of the Himalayas of Nepal including Thamserku, Tawache, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and Everest itself. 
  • Stroll around the premise of the Tengboche monastery, meditate in the lap of the Himalayas and amass blessings from the Buddhist Monks.
  • 35 minutes scenic flight to and from Lukla 
  • Trek passing Sagarmatha National Park, explore diverse flora and fauna as Himalayan Thar, Musk Deer, and Snow Leopard. 
  • Connect with the unique culture and lifestyle of the Sherpas 
  • Capture mesmerizing sunrise over the giant peaks
  • Explore colorful prayer flags, monasteries, chortens reflecting Tibetan culture. 

Trip Overview

Everest View Trek is a special package, carefully designed to meet the expectations of those travel enthusiasts who don’t have time or are not fit enough to make it to the Everest Base Camp. During this trip, you will trek up to Namche (acclimatization altitude), from where you will see the gleaming Everest peak with other countless anonymous ranges. This view is just incredible. But, if you have both time and spirit, then skip the Everest View Trek and go for Everest Base Camp Trek. The views grow more beautiful as you gain altitude.

With its scenic natural beauty, smiling hospitable people and rich cultural heritage, Mt. Everest, along with the entire Everest region, is a much-admired trekking destination. In fact, Everest is one of the few places on Earth, where the whole of humanity wants to step in, at least for a few minutes. It is the center of global attraction. While this is true, we can’t deny the fact that this region is also blessed with the presence of unique flora and fauna, which can make your expedition more thrilling.

Going all the way to the base camp of Mt. Everest or Everest Base Camp (EBC) might not be something that everybody can do in their free time as they might not have the required number of days in their holidays to reach there and return back in time. Also, an entire trek to Everest Base Camp is a bit challenging in itself. So, for the people who don’t want to go for a trek all the way up to 5,340 meters above sea level and explore the EBC, they can simply choose a much simpler trek. And that trek is our Everest View Trek.

If you take a look at our itinerary, you will see that it only takes about 8 days to finish the entire trek. What’s more, is that you will even be able to watch the awe-inspiring views of Mt. Everest with plenty of time at your disposal by hiking to Everest View Hotel from Namche Bazaar.

Want to go on our Everest View Trek? Then, contact us right away to book this trip with us!

Best time to go for Everest View Trek

Generally, monsoon is considered to be the worst season to kick off on any trek; so is the case here. It is because the trail becomes slippery and climbing up the steep terrain becomes challenging due to rainwater. Also, in Nepal, summer blends with the monsoon, so it is better to ignore summer as well.

Winter, on the other hand, is frosty in Everest. The temperature might plummet to -20oC, which is, apparently freezing. But still, Everest view Trek can be attempted in Winter because you are not climbing as high as Lobuche or Gorakshep. Your maximum elevation is 3440 m, so winter can be a time when you can go trekking on Everest.

However, the best season to go for Everest View Trek is during Autumn and Spring, in terms of temperature and trail. But, among them, spring is the best season. During Spring, rhododendron blooms, and the surrounding will be filled with colors and the pleasant smell of the flowers.

To conclude, go for the Everest view Trek in Spring.

Brief Itinerary

Day Highlight Overnight
Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu (1338m/4390ft) Kathmandu
Day 2 Kathmandu (1,338 m/4,390ft) Sightseeing and Trek Preparation Kathmandu
Day 3 Kathmandu to Lukla (2860mt/9383ft) by flight and Trekking to Phakding (2652m/8700ft) Phakding
Day 4 Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazzar (3440m/11286ft) Namche Bazzar
Day 5 Acclimatization Day Namche Bazzar
Day 6 Trekking from Namche to Lukla (2860m/9383ft) Lukla
Day 7 Take a flight back to Kathmandu Kathmandu
Day 8 Final Departure

Detailed Itinerary

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Upon your arrival to Kathmandu you are warmly greeted and transferred to your Hotel.

Altitude:1350m
Accomodation:Kathmandu Sunny Hotel
Overnight at:Kathmandu

After a short briefing in the morning, we take a private tour vehicle to start the sightseeing of the beautiful Kathmandu valley after breakfast. We begin our day with a drive to Swayambhunath, a famous World Heritage site also known as the monkey temple. We continue our day with a visit to Pashupatinath which is widely considered as one of the holiest and religious Hindu shrines. The Pashupatinath area is considered to be a historically and culturally significant heritage sites in the world. Next, we visit the famous Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath stupa, and many artistic monuments around the valley.

Altitude:1350m
Accomodation:Kathmandu Sunny Hotel
Meals:B, D
Place:Swyambhunath, Pashupatinath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhnath
Overnight at:Kathmandu

After a 45 min flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, we sit down for breakfast. We then start our trek enjoying the scenic beauty of the Buddhist monuments on the trail. After 3 hours we arrive in Phakding , have lunch there and stay overnight in a lodge.

Walking Hours:3-4 hours
Altitude:2652m
Accomodation:Teahouse
Meals:B, L, D
Overnight at:Phakding

We enjoy our breakfast in the morning and start our trek to Monjo. Along the way we come across the majestic views of the Mt. Thamerku. We then start our climb to Namche Bazzar, the gateway of Mount Everest. We end the day with stay in a local lodge.

Walking Hours:4-5
Altitude:3440m
Accomodation:Teahouse
Meals:B,L,D
Overnight at:Namche Bazzar

We start our hike to the famous Everest view hotel situated at an altitude of 3880m to take a closer look of the captivating Himalayas Nepal is so proud of. We also enjoy sightseeing in the Syanboche village, visit the monastery and the famous Syanboche airport. Then we visit the old monastery and go back to our Lodge in Namche Bazaar.

Walking Hours:2-3
Altitude:3880m
Accomodation:Teahouse
Meals:B,L,D
Place:Everest view Hotel
Overnight at:Namche Bazzar

After having breakfast in the morning we will be trekking back to Lukla which is approximately 8 hours walk. On our  way back to Lukla we will enjoy the jaw dropping beauty of the Himalayas. The green vegetation, towering mountains ,glaciers and different animals and birds  of the Himalayan region have made this place a wonderful tourist site. Once in Lukla, we can celebrate our successful journey to Everest base camp and enjoy delicious nepali food. We call the day off by taking a much needed good night sleep in Lukla.

Walking Hours:4-5
Altitude:2860m
Accomodation:Teahouse
Meals:B,L,D
Overnight at:Lukla

On this day, we take our prescheduled flight back to Kathmandu.

Altitude:1350m
Accomodation:Kathmandu Sunny Hotel
Meals:B,
Overnight at:Kathmandu

Today is the last day of your stay in Nepal so a representative of Holy Mountain Treks will escort you to the International Airport 3 hours before your departure time for your flight back home.

Meals:B

Altitude Chart

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Price Includes

  • Every airport pickup/drops via private vehicle according to itinerary
  • Three nights’ twin sharing accommodation with breakfast in deluxe Kathmandu Sunny Hotel or identical hotel in Kathmandu
  • Sightseeing tour accompanied by a professional guide in Kathmandu via private vehicle incorporating temple/monument entry fees
  • Domestic flights: Kathmandu – Lukla– Kathmandu incorporating departure taxes
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
  • Standard Teahouse accommodation in possible finest local lodges throughout the trek; accommodation with private bathrooms and hot shower at Phakding, Namche and Lukla
  • Crew includes one professional and seasoned trekking leader proficient in English along with assistant guide (6 trekkers: 1 assistant guide) and porters (2 trekkers: 1 porter) incorporating their salary, equipment, transportation, food, accommodation, and accidental insurance
  • Duffle bag, sleeping bag, and down jacket to utilize throughout the trek
  • Holy Mountain Treks T – shirt, trekking map and certificate to mark the achievement of the trip
  • First aid medical kit
  • TIMS, National Park Permits (Please bring 2 passport size photos for permit)
  • All government taxes and office service charge

Price Excludes

  • Charges for tourist visa (find out more on Nepal Visa Information)
  • International airfares, travel and rescue insurance
  • Surplus baggage charges (domestic flight allows 15 kgs per person and for extra luggage cargo charge is USD 1 per kg)
  • Trekking equipments and clothing for personal use
  • Additional night/s accommodation in Kathmandu or Lukla caused by early arrival, deferred departure, early return to Kathmandu from the trip than the scheduled itinerary
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu or Lukla (and also in the case of early return from trek than the scheduled itinerary)
  • All kind of beverages (water, alcoholic or non alcoholic hot/cold drinks)
  • Personal expenses including phone calls, internet usage/data, laundry, battery recharge, hot shower, extra porters, etc
  • Altitude chamber (PAC) or additional oxygen
  • Tips for guides and porters (tips are expected but not mandatory)

FAQ's

 Yes. Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will easily obtain a visa by processing some formalities. Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 30 days can be obtained by paying the USD 40 or equivalent foreign currency. Likewise, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 90 days can be attained by paying USD 100.

To get your visa for Nepal, you require the following documents:

  • A valid passport with the validity of at least six months
  • Visa fees which should be paid in cash (No credit card is accepted)
  • Two passport size photos
  • Then, you should fill the application form.

Yes. Our company offers both pick up and drop off services when you book any trip with us. One of the representatives from our company welcomes and departs you with the tourist vehicle.  

Yes, a hot shower is available in most of the lodges on the EBC trails however people do not take shower every day on the Everest view trek as most people take shower only a few times such as in Namche, and Lukla and the cost of the shower are from 300.00 to 600.00 NPR. The cost may increase with elevation.

Yes, most of the hotels/teahouses of most of the camps/villages have electric power to charge your electric and electronic devices. Some places offer solar system power so, there is not enough power to charge your stuff so, and we advise you to have some spare batteries on our Everest view trek.

Yes, Travel Insurance is mandatory for the Everest view trek. Although this is a lower elevated trek, of course, there is some risk on this trek so, you need to have a travel insurance policy that covers the emergency evacuation as the Helicopter is only the means of transport you back to the city/Kathmandu and Hospital in case of any accident happened on your trek or get any sickness including high altitude sickness.

In fact, you don’t need to be a mountaineer or athlete to succeed in the journey. If you are reasonably fit, have a spirit of mountain journey, and like walking, you are always qualified for any trekking in Nepal. It is a short, easy, and family trek; you do not need any previous experience. Some of the physical fitness programs such as running, swimming, hiking before you embark on the journey are beneficial to success the journey.

Normally, the trekking duration is determined by the type and place of trekking that you have chosen. However, in this trek trekkers need to hike for 5-6 hours a day. And you will normally climb about 500m of altitude per day.

Trekking in the Everest region, we need to stay in local tea houses and lodges. Most of the accommodations will be on the basis of twin sharing, especially in the peak months. Single rooms are available but it may cost extra.

During the trial, you can enjoy both national and international foods and cuisines like Tibetan, Continental, Italian, and Indian. Typical Nepali ethnic foods are mind-blowing. You can also enjoy other foods like hot chocolates, drinks of different varieties, and slices of bread and snacks.

Breakfasts and dinner will be served at the same hotel/tea houses where you spend the night, according to the menu. Lunch will be served at the next destination. Trekkers enjoy the farewell dinner in one of the cultural restaurants in Kathmandu in full Nepali style.

If you search ‘when should I visit Nepal? You get the readymade answer spring and autumn. They are most popular because of the clear weather, fewer chances of precipitation or snowfall, spectacular views, and lustrous landscapes.

However, the Everest view trek is favorable in winter too. In these months, the teahouses are almost vacant and you have a plethora of choices for accommodation, the views are excellent and the landscapes look magnificent. Less number of trekkers on the routes makes the trekking destinations less crowded. You even get affordable prices in the offseason.

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