Jiri / Everest Base Camp/Kalapathar/ Chola Pass

Active Adventure

The Everest area is situated in eastern Nepal. It is protected by the Sagarmatha National Park, established in 1976 with an area of 1148 square kilometers. The park is largely composed of the rugged terrain and gorges of the high Himalayas. Altitude ranges from 2845 meters above sea level to the top of the world, Mt. Everest at 8848 meters.

Guarded by some of the highest and most beautiful mountains of the world, this homeland of the Sherpa people who migrated from Tibet in the 14th and early 15th century. Followers of Buddhism, they celebrate Losar, Dumje and Mani Rimdu along with other festivals. Sherpa's will leave a dramatic, unforgettable impression on you. Follow in the footsteps of legendary mountaineers who scaled Mount Everest and experience the spellbinding magic of the world's highest mountains and its glorious environment. An incomparable blend of ancient's monasteries, former important trading post, serene village, rushing rivers and sequences of the most spectacular panoramas are only a handful out of this astonishing region.

The popular destination points for mountains sceneries are called Kalapathar, Chhukung RI, and Basecamp and Gokyo peak provide panoramic views of mountains and you will be surrounded by over 65 peaks of 6000 meters.

The area also offers a large mammals commonly seen in the park are the Himalayan thar and musk deer. Somewhat less common are the Himalayan black bear, common languor, jackal, weasel and the Himalayan mouse hare and a lush habitat for over 118 species of birds in forest. In Everest area, you should allow between 5 days to 28 days to trek. The elevation of the trails rises from 1955 m. to 5550 m. above sea level.

Typical Day

Day 01: Arrival at Tribhuban International Airport and pick up you by our private vehicle and transfer to the Hotel.
Day 02: Freeday in Kathmandu for Tour guided Sightseeing, (B)
Day 03: Kathmandu to Jiri (1955m) 5 hours drive by bus 149 km (B.L.D)
Day 04: After breakfast commence trek to Deurali (2735m) 5 hrs (B.L.D)
Day 05: Deurali to Sete (2645m) 5 hrs (B.L.D)
Day 06: Sete to Junbensi (2640m) 5 hrs (B.L.D)
Day 07: Junbesi to Nunthala (2440m) 5 hrs (B.L.D)
Day 08: Nunthala to Kharikhola (2020m) 5 ½ hrs (B.L.D)
Day 09: Kharikhola to Payun (2700m) 6 hrs (B.L.D)
Day 10: Payun to Phakding (2640m) 5 ½ hrs (B.L.D)
Day 11: Phakding to Namche Bazzar (3440m) 5 hrs (B.L.D)
Day 12: Rest day in Namche Bazzar (B.L.D)
Day 13: Namche Bazzar to Tengbuche (3850m) 5 hrs (B.L.D)
Day 14: Tengbuche to Dingbuche (4350m) 5 ½ hrs (B.L.D)
Day 15: Dingbuche to Lobuche (4930m) 5 ½ hrs (B.L.D)
Day 16: Lobuche to Gorakshep (5154m) and ascent of Everest Base Camp (5350m) then back to Gorekshep 5 hrs (B.L.D)
Day 17: Early in the morning climb to Kalapathar (5545m) for the best panoramic view and back to Gorekshep have breakfast than continue trek down to Lobuche 5 hrs (B.L.D)
Day 18: Lobuche to Zongla (4760m) 5 ½ hrs (B.L.D)
Day 19: Zongla cross (Chola Pass) 5420m to Thagna (4500m) 5 hrs (B.L.D)
Day 20: Thagna to Gokyo (4730m) 5 ½ hrs (B.L.D)
Day 21: Morning climb to Gokyo peak then return back to Gokyo (5430m) 5 ½ hrs (B.L.D)
Day 22: Gokyo to Luza (4350m) 5 ½ hrs (B.L.D)
Day 23: Luza to Namche Bazzar (3440) 5 ½ hrs (B.L.D)
Day 24: Namche Bazzar to Lukla (2840m) 6 hrs (B.L.D)
Day 25: 40 minutes fly back to Kathmandu (1300m) (B)
Day 26: Freeday in Kathmadnu (B)
Day 27: Final departure to your country (B)