Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trekking

Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu (1300m)
Namaste & welcome to Mountain Guide Trek of Nepal. Upon your arrival, you will be greeted by a representative from Mountain guide Treks (MGT). After completing your custom formalities (Visa, etc) pick up your luggage and look for our representative with a Mountain Guide Treks and Expedition with Group leader's name display board at the arrival gate. You will be then transferred to Hotel. After check in, if time allows, you will visit MGT office to meet your trekking leader as well as other participants and for final preparation for the trip. It all depends upon your arrival time. (Overnight at deluxe hotel on BB basis)

Day 02: Drive to Bhandar (2,190m) 7- 8 hrs.
Today we start early in the morning to bhandar this trails offering beautiful country side scenery from each ridge top and passing through friendly villagers and farm fields, serene forest of oaks and rhododendron trees. From Shivalaya the trail climbs again to Sangbadanda, at Deurali Pass. From Deurali Pass it's all downhill to a small settlement at Bhandar, a small Sherpa village with a huge beautiful Tibetan Buddhist monuments (Chorten) situated on the vast meadow and terrace field. You can enjoy the remaining day exploring the local villages. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 03: Bhandar to Sete (2,575m) 7-8 hrs.
Morning walk leads to a downhill at Likhu Khola, after crossing the bridge at 1,490m, the winding path leads to a small nice village at Kinja at 1,570m. After lunch a slow long uphill climb continues passing through numerous farm houses and terrace fields with great excellent views of the surrounding landscapes and distance villages and after few hours of long haul, finally reaching at Sete, a small Sherpa village situated on the ridge in the middle of the rhododendron forest. Sete has couple of lodge near the small monastery area. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 04: Sete to Lamjura pass (3,530m) to Junbesi (2,680m) 6-7 hrs.
Today's walk leads to a gradual climb on the good path, passing through few small scattered farm houses and tea houses. After few hours of good walk through the beautiful rhododendron forest, reaching at Lamjura Pass (3,530m), which is the highest point between Jiri and Namche Bazaar. The trail then descends through fir and rhododendron forest and emerges after one and half hrs at Taktor. Traverse on the north side of the valley round a notch before dropping down to the Sherpa village of Junbesi. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 05: Junbesi to Nunthala (2,330m) 6-7 hrs.
Below Junbesi the trail crosses the Junbesi Khola on a wooden bridge. Just beyond the bridge there is a trail junction. The route to Khumbu follows the left-hand trail that leads uphill. This trail turns north, descending through Salung. From here, Mt. Everest can be seen on a clear day towards north east. Past Salung the walk leads downhill to the stream, after crossing the bridge a short climb brings you at Ringmo and then towards the Tak-Shidno Pass. Takshindo is mostly downhill through the alpine forest of oaks, rhododendron, pines and hemlock trees on the trail, there are a few shepherds' huts, but the route is mostly hidden in dense forest. The trail crosses several picturesque streams on wooden bridges just before reaching Nunthala (Mani Dingma) at 2,320m and overnight stay here. Nunthala is a village an ideal spot. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 06: Nunthala to Bupsadanda (2300m) 6-7 hrs
From Nunthala our path descent which continues to the Dudhkoshi River in the warmer area at 1,480m, crossing the bridge over the torrent river, after the bridge the trail is well defined, although it sometimes meanders through terraced fields and yards of houses. It then descends steeply through forests to a Chautara (resting place) overlooking the river. Walk continues through forests then climb on the terraces to reach the Rai village of Jubing (1,667m). Depending upon the time, we might stop for lunch here, the warmest area on this trek. From Jubing the path meanders to a slow climb to the village around a ridge, and continues for the prominent notch in front of you. From this notch contour to the village of Khari Khola (2004m) to push on up the steep hill to Bupsadanda. Bupsa a small settlement perched on top of the ridge an hour climb from Kharikhola. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 07: Bupsadanda to Surkhe (2,290m) 5-6 hrs
The trail ascends from Bupsa and head on to Bhumsing, (2,300m) the trail continues to climb through a tributary valley filled with trickle leaned oak and rhododendron forest, where languor monkeys may occasional be seen. Descend (305m) and cross the next tributary after one hour. Continue on the north side of the valley to reach Puiyan (2,796m) a small place in the middle of the trail to Surkhe, an ideal spot for lunch stop. After Puiyan walk leads on the long winding trail with few small ups and downs just before the long downhill Surkhe, one can view the Lukla airstrip and the town at Lukla. An hour descend will brings you at Surkhe, (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 08: Surkhe to Phakding (2,610m) 6-7 hrs
After Surkhe the trail climbs for about an hour, followed by another ridge. The trail now leaves this tributary valley and heads more directly north towards Chaurikharka, another dispersed village. Before ascending to Chaurikharka (2,713m) the main trail crosses a spectacular deep gorge with a high waterfall (2,408m). Chaurikharka, a large scattered village with monastery and high school and this place is also the bread basket for the Khumbu area as the land is fertile and harvest crops like barley, wheat and enough green vegetables, after this village the trail from Lukla joins towards Phakding, making the path quite busy with more trekkers, porters and pack animals and few hours of good scenic walk brings you at Phakding, (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 09: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) 5-6 hrs
We follow the Dudh Kosi, ascending through Himalayan pine and Doedar cedar forests, to the celebrated village of Namche Bazaar. The village of Namche is a historic trading post where Nepalese and Tibetan traders exchange salt, dried meat and textiles. Besides being a superb place to shop for traditional crafts, Namche remains the central trading post in the Khumbu, attracting Himalayan and lowland merchants. You will spend one day in Namche for acclimatization, visit local markets and spend time with your team. On the hike we capture our first glimpses of Everest and neighboring peaks. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 10: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar (3,440m)
You may have full day leisure today for the acclimatization or stroll around the market, if Saturday can be seen many people in Saturday market for shopping to fulfill their daily needs and only one shopping market in the surrounding areas. Also you can visit Sherpa Museum as well a great place to learn Sherpa culture and history of mountaineering or visit up to the luxury Everest view hotel & Syangboche airstrip and stroll back to hotel. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 11: Namche to Tyangboche (3837m) 5-6
The trek continues along the rushing glacial waters of the Dudh Kosi with magnificent views of the mountains. We trek to an altitude of 3860meters today. On reaching Tengboche you will see the local monastery. Inside the monastery are incredibly ornate wall hangings, a 20-foot sculpture of Buddha, and the musical instruments and robes of the Lamas. The group will be taken to observe a prayer ceremony either in the evening or morning depending on how the days trekking went. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 12: Tyangboche to Dingboche (4,358m) 5-6 hrs
The trail descends down from Tengboche, winding through the rhododendron forest to Deboche and crossing a bridge over the raging Imja Khol River. Hug the valley wall, and then traverse the plains to Dingboche, the start of the Imja Tse Valley. Dingboche is also the gateway to Chukung and farther beyond for the most challenging traverses towards Makalu area and Hinko Valley via Sherpani col 6,100m and Amphu Laptsa pass 5,780m. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 13: Dingboche(4,358m) to Lobuche (4930m) 5-6 hrs
It is our turn to head towards Dingboche from Loubuche which is situated at distance 5-6 hrs normal walk. The onward trail is gentle up to Pheriche village. Along the trail, we would be privileged to have panoramic views of the Mt. Tawache, Ama Dablam, Pokalde (5741m), Kongma-Tse (5820m) & the great wall of Nuptse. We would have lunch at Dugla (4595m) and trek to Loubuche. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 14: Lobuche to Gorakshep (5180m) - EBC than back to Gorakshep (5180m) 6-7 hrs.
After a short climb through meadows, look down on the Khumbu Glacier. Straight ahead is Kalapattar - the best vantage point to view the entire south face of Mt. Everest and the surrounding peaks. After couple of hours we will get at Gorekshep, and continue our journey to Everest Base camp. There is not much elevation gain, but there are a lot of ups and downs and, combined with altitude, this can be a tiring portion- but the journey is worth it. After approximately 3 hrs of hiking you will arrive at Base Camp and enjoy views of the Khumbu Glacier and ice fall, where Everest expeditions begin. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 15: Hiking to Kalapattar (5545m) to Gorekshep to Pheriche (4210m) 6-7 hrs.
The day starts with a hike up to Kalapattar (5545m), the best viewpoint to witness Mt. Everest and the spectacular Himalayan range. Then trek back to Gorekshep for hot breakfast and then descend to Pheriche (4210m). (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 16: Pheriche to Tengboche (3860 m) 5-6 hrs.
After the previous day's tiring ascent to Kala Patthar, today is an easier walk down to the lower altitudes. Following the same route back to the terminal moraines at Dughla and following the wide valley of Khumbu Khola we pass through the beautiful Sherpa villages of Pheriche, Orsho, and Shomare. If we wish to visit the Gompa in Upper Pangboche we can do so by taking a different trail from Shomare. Otherwise we take the regular trial to reach Pangboche. From Pangboche we retrace our footsteps down to the Imja Khola and up through the forest to Debuche or if interested, we might visit nuns at the Debuche monastery. Finally, we reach Tengboche. If we are trekking during the full moon of November or December, we might get an opportunity to witness the Mani Rimdu festival in the monastery at Tengboche. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 17: Tengboche to Namche Bazaar (3440 m) 5-6 hrs
We will trek down through the hillside blanketed by rhododendron and juniper trees. If it's spring, pink and red rhododendron flowers ablaze our surroundings. After crossing the prayer flag festooned bridge over the Dudkoshi River, we reach Phunki Thenga. The trail then follows the Dud Koshi gorge descending rapidly through the pine forests. The path eventually reaches Sansa which is the major trail junction in the region. We stop at Kyangjuma (3570 m) for a relaxed lunch. We unknowingly appreciate the gorgeous Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Nuptese with every bite. Following lunch, the trail to Namche Bazaar clings to the steep wooded slope beyond Kyangjuma, winding through several bends. We keep a lookout for wild life such as mountain goats, snow leopards, colorful pheasants, etc., while we pass through the forest by the trail. After passing a Chorten, we reach the army camp at of Namche Bazaar. We want to take a long last look back to Lhotse, the tip of Everest and Tengboche from here. On reaching our lodge, we take a nice hot shower and have very relaxed sleep in our room in Namche Bazaar. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 18: Namche to Lukla (2800m) 6-7 hrs.
After a long walk today we'll have long and last day trek back to Lukla, Firstly we descend the long way before cross the bridge and further walk to Monju and ten Phakding for lunch. We trek back with enjoying the lush green scenery around and passing through the incredible mountain scenery and local Sherpa village. After long walk 7-8 hrs we arrival in Lukla and you'll have time to stroll around the areas and guide will re-confirm your flight ticket and enjoy the last celebrate dinner with your crew member for memorable trip. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 19: Lukla to Kathmandu to (Fly) 30 min.
If the weather is good, early in the morning you fly back to Kathmandu after your long mountain journey. After 30 min you will be arrive at domestic airport at Kathmandu. We will send private Car/van/bus to pick up you to the hotel than you can rest and relax throughout the day in the hotel if you don't have any necessities things to do. (Overnight at deluxe hotel on basis)

Day 20: Farewell Friend (Final departure to your onward destination)
Today is last day in Nepal for this trip; you are saying good bye to the mountains as journey in Nepal comes to an end today! There is nothing to do but trade emails with travel companions and organize the photos. If you have more time you can do some shopping or sightseeing. Approximately 3 hours before the scheduled flight a representative from Mountain Guide Treks will take you to the airport.

(Useful Info:- Please note that often the Lukla-Kathmandu flight gets delayed by a few hours or may even be canceled for one, two, or more days due to bad weather conditions. Such conditions may happen even in the best seasons. Therefore, in such cases, you must be prepared for long waits Lukla airports, as this can happen end of the trek. We do our extreme to avoid such delays, and fix you on next flight. Still, we suggest you to be prepared for possible delays/cancellation, and if possible to come with some extra buffer days (1-2 days) at the end of the trip to accommodate such delays. We also organize Heli rescue in such conditions, if it's available and upon request by our clients.