Mountain Trek / Everest Region / Nepal Everest Namche Bazaar TrekNext tentative Date: December 27, 2024 Available as a Private Trek on a date of your preference.
A perfect introduction to the Everest region, this trek takes you from Lukla to Namche Bazaar, with stunning alpine scenery, unique Sherpa traditions, and encounters with Himalayan wildlife along the way. |
The Everest Namche Bazaar Trek offers a mesmerizing introduction to the Khumbu region, filled with stunning mountain landscapes and vibrant Sherpa culture. Starting from the thrilling flight into Lukla, the trail weaves through lush rhododendron forests, crossing roaring rivers via suspension bridges. As you ascend towards Namche, the gateway to Everest, panoramic views of snow-capped peaks like Thamserku and Kusum Kanguru emerge. In Namche, you’ll experience the heart of Sherpa culture, with its bustling market, colorful monasteries, and welcoming locals. Wildlife like the Himalayan tahr and colorful pheasants are commonly spotted along the trails, adding to the natural beauty. The combination of striking landscapes, rich traditions, and friendly communities makes this trek an unforgettable adventure.
Gateway to Everest: Reach Namche Bazaar, the bustling Sherpa town and gateway to Everest, where trekkers can enjoy vibrant markets, cozy teahouses, and a mix of traditional and modern Sherpa culture. | |
Easy Acclimatization: Spend an acclimatization day in Khumjung, exploring local monasteries and enjoying breathtaking views, ensuring you adjust comfortably to the altitude while soaking in the stunning scenery. | |
Scenic Flight to Lukla: Begin your journey with a thrilling flight into Lukla, offering breathtaking aerial views of the Himalayan ranges and lush valleys below. | |
Suspension Bridge Crossings: Trek along iconic trails that pass through dense forests and across high, swaying suspension bridges over fast-flowing rivers, creating moments of excitement and adventure. | |
Sherpa Culture and Heritage: Visit monasteries, interact with friendly locals, and experience the unique traditions of the Sherpa people, gaining insight into their spiritual and cultural life. | |
Panoramic Mountain Views: Enjoy stunning vistas of towering peaks like Thamserku, Ama Dablam, and glimpses of Everest from viewpoints like Syangboche as you ascend toward Namche. | |
Rich Wildlife: Encounter diverse wildlife such as Himalayan tahr, musk deer, and the region's iconic colorful pheasants, adding a layer of natural beauty to the trek. |
Our treks are designed to provide you with a comfortable pace and multiple acclimatization stops along the route. If you possess moderate fitness levels and have prior experience in multi-day trekking, the Everest Skyline Trek is the perfect choice for you. It is also suitable for families with small kids.
The trails throughout the trek are wide and well-marked. While the most part is a mix of gradual ups and downs, you’ll experience steep climbs on two days. Daily walking hours usually span between 4 to 7 hours. There are some steep climbs During the trek, you'll only need to carry a day bag, as our dedicated porters will take care of the rest of your belongings. Throughout most of the journey, we stay in standard mountain lodges that offer clean and comfortable accommodations, ensuring you have a pleasant rest at the end of each day.
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Spring is the second most popular time to trek in the region, offering gorgeous mountain vistas. The weather is blissful, and the trails are adorned with vibrant rhododendron flowers from mid-March onwards. The skies are sunny, clear, and the days are warm, with an average daytime temperature ranging between 10°C to 20°C (50°F to 68°F). There are chances of occasional downpours and flight cancellations towards the end of May, so make sure to carry rain gear. It is a slightly less busy time of the year compared to fall, but please be prepared for crowded trails and lodges.
Monsoon comes with deep colors of greens and blooming wildflowers in the meadowy patches. The trails will be slippery and have leeches, but trekking in lower Everest during June and September is not bad at all. Hotels are operational. The landscapes with dramatic clouds are simply mesmerizing. Visibility could be compromised, and mountain views are not guaranteed. There’s also a high risk of flight cancellation.
Fall in Nepal blesses you with the clearest blue skies, with mountains gracing their glorious presence on the horizon. No wonder, the season sees the highest number of trekkers, making it the most popular time to trek in Nepal. Trekking in these months is perfect as the days are warm and sunny, and the nights are cold. The average daytime temperatures range between 10°C to 20°C (50°F to 68°F), and it can drop to freezing temperatures at night. With bustling trekkers in full swing, all the lodges are very busy, so advance booking is a must.
Winter in the region is pretty cold, with temperatures dropping close to the freezing point. The average daytime temperature ranges between 5°C to 15°C (41°F to 59°F). Since we will not be going to significantly high elevations, Dec and Jan are good times to do this trek. Winter boasts some dazzling views of the snowcapped mountains and is also a good time for wildlife sightings. Several lodges in the lower Everest will be operational throughout winter.
Group Size | Price per person* |
2 people | USD 1285 |
3 people | USD 1135 |
4 - 7 people | USD 1060 |
8 and above | USD 950 |
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Valid until Dec 31st, 2024
Day 1 |
Kathmandu - Manthali - Lukla - Phakding |
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Day 2 |
Phakding - Namche |
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Day 3 |
Namche - Khumjung (Acclimatization) |
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Day 4 |
Khumjung - Monjo |
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Day 5 |
Monjo - Lukla |
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Day 6 |
Lukla - Manthali - Kathmandu |
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Day 1 |
Kathmandu - Manthali - Lukla - Phakding |
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Drive from Kathmandu to Manthali Airport 3.5 to 4.5 hrs An early morning drive from Kathmandu on winding roads takes us to Manthali, a tiny little town in Ramechhap district. Manthali Airport has been the gateway to Lukla since 2019. We start around 2 or 3 am in the morning following the Sunkoshi and Tamakoshi rivers, and reach Manthali right on time to catch the 6:30 or 7 am flight to Lukla. Note: All the flights to Lukla operate from Manthali Airport, Ramechhap during the months of March, April, May, October, November and December. |
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Fly from Manthali to Lukla 20 mins A short, scenic and exhilarating mountain flight takes us from Manthali to Lukla, the gateway of Everest Region. |
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Trek from Lukla to Phakding 3 to 4 hrs We meet the rest of our crew, arrange our baggages, have breakfast, and embark on a journey to Monjo, passing exciting suspension bridges and tiny village settlements following the Koshi river. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Day 2 |
Phakding - Namche |
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Trek from Phakding to Namche 5 to 6 hrs We walk northward along the banks of Koshi and reach the entry point of Sagarmatha National Park, from where the gruelling uphill awaits before we reach the amphitheater town of Namche, nestled perfectly atop a hill. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Everest, Namche
Day 3 |
Namche - Khumjung (Acclimatization) |
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Trek from Namche to Khumjung 4 to 5 hrs We take it slow and easy to the peaceful and serene settlement of Khumjung today. We stop by Hotel Everest View for a stunning view of the Everest mountain chain on the way. The green-roofed valley of Khumjung and Khunde offers several options to explore, including a monastery housing a (supposed) yeti scalp and a school established by Edmund Hillary. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Day 4 |
Khumjung - Monjo |
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Trek from Khumjung to Monjo (explore mountain museum and monastery on the way back) 5 to 6 hrs |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Day 5 |
Monjo - Lukla |
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Trek from Monjo to Lukla 4 to 5 hrs We leave Monjo and take the same route back to Lukla. The team will gather to share laughs and maybe raise a glass or two before flying out of Lukla the next morning. We thank porters and assistant guide, and bid them farewell. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Day 6 |
Lukla - Manthali - Kathmandu |
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Fly from Lukla to Manthali airport 20 mins An early breakfast and we fly out of Khumbu with glimpses of the mountains we saw from the trails. |
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Drive from Manthali to Kathmandu 5 to 6 hrs With memories to cherish a lifetime, we hop on our car and drive back to Kathmandu on the same roads we took the first day. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Mountain Lodge |
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Mountain lodges are the basic accommodation set up by locals to cater to trekkers in the trails. The common features across all lodges are standard rooms, a spacious and heated dining hall, and a restaurant with a menu. The rooms in mountain lodges generally have two or three twin beds with a mattress and blanket. If you are used to sleeping warm, we highly recommend bringing your own sleeping bag and liner. Other amenities could be a table, hanger, and dustbin but do not expect to have charging ports and attached toilets in the rooms. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
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• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Hotel Everest, Namche |
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Namche Bazaar
Mountain Lodge |
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Mountain lodges are the basic accommodation set up by locals to cater to trekkers in the trails. The common features across all lodges are standard rooms, a spacious and heated dining hall, and a restaurant with a menu. The rooms in mountain lodges generally have two or three twin beds with a mattress and blanket. If you are used to sleeping warm, we highly recommend bringing your own sleeping bag and liner. Other amenities could be a table, hanger, and dustbin but do not expect to have charging ports and attached toilets in the rooms. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
• | Shared Toilet |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
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Mountain lodges are the basic accommodation set up by locals to cater to trekkers in the trails. The common features across all lodges are standard rooms, a spacious and heated dining hall, and a restaurant with a menu. The rooms in mountain lodges generally have two or three twin beds with a mattress and blanket. If you are used to sleeping warm, we highly recommend bringing your own sleeping bag and liner. Other amenities could be a table, hanger, and dustbin but do not expect to have charging ports and attached toilets in the rooms. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
• | Shared Toilet |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
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Mountain lodges are the basic accommodation set up by locals to cater to trekkers in the trails. The common features across all lodges are standard rooms, a spacious and heated dining hall, and a restaurant with a menu. The rooms in mountain lodges generally have two or three twin beds with a mattress and blanket. If you are used to sleeping warm, we highly recommend bringing your own sleeping bag and liner. Other amenities could be a table, hanger, and dustbin but do not expect to have charging ports and attached toilets in the rooms. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
• | Shared Toilet |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
For those short on time or looking to add an exhilarating experience of flying over the majestic Himalayas, you have the option to charter a private helicopter on the way down. Inquire for prices and options!
Group Size | Price per person* |
2 people | USD 1285 |
3 people | USD 1135 |
4 - 7 people | USD 1060 |
8 and above | USD 950 |
Valid until Dec 31st, 2024
For people trekking solo or as a duo, kindly inquire for prices. As fixed costs are shared among limited people, prices are slightly higher
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We take altitude sickness very seriously and all our itineraries are designed to go on a slow pace, covering short distances as we go higher. With the increase in every thousand meters, we stay an extra night at the same stop or place with a similar elevation to acclimatize our bodies to the altitude.
During the trek, we will also take precautions by staying hydrated, avoiding alcohol consumption, and going for acclimatization hikes as needed. Our guide will check your vitals with oximeter every evening during the trek so we know how your body is reacting to the changing elevation. If you see any symptoms of AMS or have a headache, please contact our guide immediately. In most cases, mild headaches can be tackled with food, hydration and rest. We don’t recommend diamox (pills for altitude sickness) but you can take it as precaution starting a day or two before the trek if you are coming from sea level.
Our guide will have a well-equipped first-aid kit at all times. Please go through our equipment and medical checklist for better preparedness as the common problems like foot blisters and knee pain can be tackled with proper packing. If you have any pre-existing health conditions, kindly let us know when booking.
Pack your passport, flight tickets, phone, wallet, camera equipment, cash, and all your valuables in your day pack or waist belt. Please don’t bring or carry expensive items like jewellery etc or a large sum of cash while travelling for security reasons.
Buying and renting gears – Kathmandu has a lot of gear shops. If you happen to miss anything, you can buy them at Thamel before your trek. Items like a sleeping bag can be rented in Kathmandu for about USD 1 a day
What not to carry – Oxygen cylinders, drones and satellite phones without permission, and sharp items like nail clippers and scissors, etc., can be confiscated at the airport.
• | Hiking Boots with a good grip |
• | Rain gear (for you and your bag) |
• | Comfortable hiking pants |
• | Quick dry, breathable T-shirts |
• | Windproof Jacket |
• | Sleepwear |
• | Trekking Socks (thick) |
• | Underwear |
• | Neck buff/ gaiter |
• | Sun hat/cap |
• | Downjacket |
• | Thermals (top and bottom) |
• | Fleece jacket |
• | Sleeping bag |
• | Sleeping bag liner |
• | Gloves |
• | Woolen hat/beanie |
• | Day bag |
• | Duffel bag (for porter) |
• | Quick dry towel |
• | Extra pair of shoes (preferably, slip-ons) |
• | Water bottle or camel bladder (1.5 litres). |
• | LifeStraw filter or purification tablets |
• | Flask (for hot water) |
• | Walking Poles |
• | Sunglasses (Polarized, with good UV protection) |
• | Locks for your backpack/luggage |
• | Waist belt |
• | A pair of binoculars |
• | Trail snacks and energy bars |
• | Head lamp (with extra batteries) |
• | Camera with charger and extra batteries |
• | Phone with charger |
• | Power bank |
• | Travel adapter (type C, D and M) |
• | Sunscreen (SPF 30 or above) |
• | Sanitizer |
• | Wet wipes |
• | Toiletries (incl toilet papers, soap, etc) |
• | Personal first aid kit |
• | Rehydration salts/tablets |
• | Throat lozenges |
• | Prescription Medications |
• | Lipbalm (SPF 30 or above) |
• | Passport with visa |
• | A copy of Work ID (for expats) |
• | A copy of Insurance papers |
• | Permits (carried by guide) |
• | Flight tickets (carried by guide) |
• | Money |
• | Credit Card |
The overall baggage limit is 15kgs (33lbs) per passenger, a policy set by the airlines for mountain flights. Excess weight is allowed at an additional expense. However, we recommend not exceeding this weight limit as it should be sufficient for the trek.
During the trek, porters are assigned to carry your bags. One porter carries the luggage of two trekkers in a big duffel bag that the company provides. The maximum weight carried by one porter is 25kgs (55lbs). This means you will pack two bags for your trek: a day bag for yourself and a softshell duffel that goes inside the porter’s bag.
A duffel bag is your pack that goes inside the porter’s bag. You can also go for a backpack as long as it is soft-shelled and easy to squeeze in. Each duffel bag can be no more than 75 liters & 10-12 kg per person or 150 liters & 20-25 kg for two people. Everything that you will not need during the walking hours of the day will go in a duffel bag. Do not put your valuables in it, as well as any items like cameras/laptops with a risk of getting crushed.
A day bag is your backpack that you will carry during the trek. Anything that you will need during the day, like rain gear, a warm layer, a water bottle, sunscreen, basic toiletries, your phone, and camera, money, important documents, a pair of gloves, a hat, and a few snacks, goes in this bag. A 35-50 liters bag & 5-6 kgs is your ideal daypack. It is advised to buy a good quality bag with adjustable waist straps, as good load distribution makes all the difference while trekking.
Please print and fill up the Booking Form. It’s pretty simple and short, please let us know if we can help you with it.
We’ll send terms and conditions, along with payment details. To confirm your spot, please pay 50% of the trip cost in advance.
Note: Full payment to be made at least 7 days before trip departure.
A few days before the trip, the lead guide will host a small briefing to discuss logistics and safety matters, and also answer any questions you have.
Do some light training and set your gears. Then off to the mountains we go!
Experience the quintessential Nepali countryside - green terraced fields, deep valleys, high snowcapped Himalayas, lush forests, grazing cattle, ancient temples, great food and cheeky smiles - all the while trudging on mighty fine trails!
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