Everest High Pass Trek

After breakfast, we begin our guided tour to several historic, antique and spiritual site in Kathmandu which are protected by UNESCO world heritage sites. Today, we explore quaint Durbar Square, Pashupatinath (Hindu Temple), Swayambhunath (2,000 years old monkey temple) and Boudhanath (largest Buddhist stupa). After sightseeing of UNESCO designated world heritage sites, we drive back to hotel and get our trekking gears checked by our trekking leader and discuss about the trip Alpine Kailash’s office.

Meals

Breakfast

After breakfast, drive to domestic airport to catch Trans Himalayan flight and dramatic landing at Lukla: the entrance gate to Khumbu region. You will meet your local porters and start walking downhill to the quaint settlement of Cheplung. The trail further joins side route of Dudh Koshi River valley and climbs up to Ghat (2,530m/8,350ft). Another few hours of gentle climb takes you to Phading.

Activity & Duration

3-4 hour

Highest Altitude

2651m (Phakding)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today, the trail follows the forested route of pine alongside Dudh Koshi River, crosses suspension bridges and traverses several Sherpa villages of Benkar, Chumao and Monjo before reaching the small village of Jorsale: the entrance gate to the Sagarmatha National Park and permit checkpoint. Here you will be glimpse of glistening Thamserku (6,618m/22,714ft). The trail follows the riverbed to the junction of Bhote Khoshi and Dudh Koshi River. It further ascends the forested ridge crossing Tenzing – Hilary suspension bridge: with incredible view of Everest and Nuptse. Further, three hour climb through the dense forest of Pine leads us to Namche Bazaar- the administrative hub of Khumbu region.

Activity & Duration

5-6 hours

Highest Altitude

3438m (Namche Bazaar)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today, we halt at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization. This is a first scheduled acclimatization day for our trek. Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) expert suggests at least 24 hours of resting period before starting another alpine journey. Stay active: Walk, Climb, and Hike throughout the day and sleep low.
Only Namche in Khumbu region offers ATMs, cyber cafes, bakeries, restaurant and luxury hotels. You can also explore colorful market every Friday and Saturday morning. You can also visit Sagarmath National Park visitor’s center that exhibits the information of Sherpa culture and local floral and faunal species.

Hike to the village of Khumjung (3,780m) allows you to immerse deep into the Sherpa culture, tradition and lifestyle than Namche. Start hiking early in the morning so you can visit Everest View Hotel (3,880m). During the hike you get the view of Everest, Thamserku, Kangtega and Ama-Dblam. Retrace back to your hotel in Namche Bazaar.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

From Tengboche, the trail route drops down to Debuche and crosses the suspension bridge over the Imja Khola before climbing up to Pangboche amongst thousands of mani stones. We climb uphill through the quaint traditional Sherpa village of Dingboche with rare views of Lhotse, Island Peak and Ama Dablam. We take our time and trek in gradual pace to avoid altitude threat.

Activity & Duration

5-6 hours t

Highest Altitude

3870m (Tengboche)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, you climb down to the scattered stone village of Debuche (3,820m). We cross Imja Khola to the north and rise gently to small village of Pangboche (3,860m). En route- you will be greeted with the soaring view of Ama Dablam (6,856m). The trail continues the route that leads to its confluence with the Lobuche Khola and further continues to Dingboche, the last year-round settlement in the region. Dingboche is small village filled with walled terraced fields, buckwheat and potatoes fields.
Overnight in Dingboche
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Activity & Duration

5-6 hours

Highest Altitude

4360m (Dingboche)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

This is second scheduled acclimatization day for classic Everest Base Camp Trek. To acclimatize: We climb north to the Nangkartshang Gompa ridge (4,800m) which serves surreal view of Nuptse Glacier, Chukkung Ri (4,230m) and Imja Tse (6,189m). The east to the Mahalangur Himal Ridge is tantalizing Makalu (8,463m) and to the south is Amphu Lapcha’s fluted ridge (5,845m). Retrace back to Dingboche.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today, we pass the fields walled with stones and walk across the Imja Khola valley before entering into the glacier moraine. We walk across Bibre famous from Yak herdsman place that serves the excellent view of Ama Dablam and Amphu Labsa mountains. Walking half an hour, we reach Chhukung where we stop for lunch. After lunch, we head towards Chhukung Ri. We climb to nearby Chukkung Ri that involves easy uphill climb. The summit features the captivating view of Ama Dablam and Amphu Labcha peaks. We retrace our step back to Chhukung where we spend overnight.

Activity & Duration

6-7 hours

Highest Altitude

5546m (Chhukung)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today, we hike to the highest point of the trek; Kongma La Pass (5,535m/18,159ft). We carry adequate water, snacks and packed lunch as there are lodges on the way. We walk to the trail that is northwest of Chhukung over the Nuptse Glacier moraines or trek back to bibre and continue trekking to Njyang Khola. Enjoying the views of Island peak valley and jagged ridge of Amphu Lapcha, we climb east of Niyang Khola valley. Then, we turn west and walk to the steeply trail and eventually enter into the basin filled with small frozen lakes. After 5 hours of arduous trek, we finally reach Kongma La Pass. The top features the cairn wrapped in prayer flags and marks of the pass. The icy lakes and Khumbu glacier behind us is awe-inspiring. The final descend from Kongma La pass is most strenuous part of the trek. Joining the northern trail of Khumbu Glacier, we finally reach Lobuche.

Activity & Duration

6-7 hours

Highest Altitude

5535m (Lobuche)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today, we trek alongside of Khumbu Glacier that takes around 3 hours to reach Gorak Shep via rocky moraine. We will be surrounded by the gigantic Himalaya peaks like Everest, Nuptse, Lingtren, Khumbutse and Pumori above us. After lunch at Gorak Shep, we begin our trek to Everest Base Camp. The trail to Base Camp is through the rocky dunes, moraines and streams. We can see many tents of mountaineers and trekkers that stand out in bright colors against the monotony of gray surroundings. We follow our step back to Gorak Shep for good night sleep.

Highest Altitude

5364m (Gorak Shep       )

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

We make a pre-dawn hike to Kala Patthar that takes 2/3 hours to enjoy the best sunrise view and mighty Everest. Kala Patthar offers the great view other soring peaks like Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Khumbutse, Changtse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse and Mt. Ama Dablam. After exploration, we trek back to Gorakshep and retrace down to Lobuche.

Activity & Duration

8-9 hours

Highest Altitude

5545m (Lobuche)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today, we start early to take advantage of friendly weather pattern that exhibits excellent scenery. The view of peaks and surrounding landscapes are incredibly amazing today and the trekking makes you feel like the sense of achievement. Awi Peak stands right above us. Walking through the stupa and tombstones, we start ascending to Dzongla. En route- we explore Chola Tsho Lake and cross the bridge over Chola Khola to reach Dzongla.

Activity & Duration

3-4 hours t

Highest Altitude

4830m (Dzongla.)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

As we get early in the morning, we will be greeted by the tantalizing view of Cholatse looming over. Today’s trek is the most strenuous day of the trek. We walk through the spur located to the westward from Dzongla and climbs down to the basin beside which murmuring stream flows glaciated from ice. As we start gaining elevation, the Cho La Lake comes into the sight and Ama Dablam is seen soaring to the south and Cholatse to the west. Today’s climbing is not easy, it is so steep that at some point we have to scramble. You must be careful at the final stage of climb as it is quite technical. The top of Cho La pass is decorated with prayer flags strung across cairns. The Mountain View is awe-inspiring. The trail leading to Thangnak is quite long but difficult. Further, walking through the edge of Ngozumpa glacier, we reach second Gokyo Lake on the series of six lakes. Few distance away is third Gokyo Lake. On the edge of this lake resides Gokyo village where we rest overnight.

Activity & Duration

7-8 hour

Highest Altitude

5368m (Gokyo village)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

This is a second scheduled acclimatization halt of the trek. Today, we have two exploration option. We will climb up to Gokyo Ri, a ridge soaring above the Gokyo village. Gokyo Ri offers the best view of four of the seven highest peaks in Nepal: Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse and Makalu. We retrace back to Gokyo and if time and energy permits, we visit third, fourth and fifth lake of Gokyo.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today, we need to start early as we have long way to Marlung (4,210m) after exploring Renjo La Pass. You must walk to Marlung as there are no alternative overnight stops on the way. The trail ascends gently to the upper flank of Gokyo Ri and follows zigzag route that goes above the northwest corner of the lake. Leaving the main trail behind, we turn to the Renjo La trail alongside of Dudh Pokhari. As three hours, we finally reach Renjo La (5,345m) where great view awaits. Lhotse, Cholatse and Taboche are the main peaks seen from the top of the pass. The views from Renjo La much more resembles to Gokyo Ri with third Gokyo Lake and Gokyo village at the tip of Ngozumpa Glacier. From Renja La, we climb down through stone stairs and walk fither thrugh the loose scree to reach the south bank of Angladumba Tsho. You must be careful of ice in descending trail. En route- we get to explore Renjo Lake and Relama Tsho. Walking through the narrow valley clogged with gigantic rock, we reach Lumde where we can find support lodge but it often remain closed. Walking for an hour from Lumden, we finally reach Marlung, the east back of Bhote Koshi River.

Activity & Duration

7-8 hours

Highest Altitude

5360m (Marlung)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After morning breakfast, we descend from Marlung to Thame following the ancient route used by Tibetan traders. We cross Bhote Koshi River and climb down to Taranga. We then follow the route of Langmuche Khola valley. We continue descending and cross bridge before reaching Thame. Famous monastery perched on a hill to west overlooks Thame. From here, we continue descending passing few huts and villages to enter into the village of Namche Bazaar, the biggest and prosperous town in Khumbu region.

Activity & Duration

5-6 hours

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

It’s the last day of our Everest trekking. We retrace our step southward with final climb up to airstrip at Lukla. When you arrive at Lukla, you will have comfortable nights with hot shower and warm sleep.

Activity & Duration

6-7 hours

Highest Altitude

2860m (Lukla)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, we take a short flight from Lukla to Kathmandu (approximately 45 minutes). We drive back to our hotel and enjoy some leisure time during the afternoon for further city exploration or shopping. Located to the south of Kathmandu, Pata Durbar is worth visiting. It is full of ancient monuments and statues of past kings.
In evening, you will enjoy the farewell organized by Alpine Kailash to celebrate the completion of our journey.

Meals

Breakfast & Dinner

Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure