Highlights
Highlights of the Everest Base Camp Hillary Trek:
- Scenic Mountain Views: Panoramic vistas of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and the Himalayan range, with unforgettable sunrise and sunset views from Kala Patthar (5,545 m).
- Cultural Encounters: Vibrant Sherpa villages like Namche Bazaar and Tengboche, ancient monasteries including Tengboche Monastery, and rich local traditions.
- Natural Wonders: Trek through Sagarmatha National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site), glacier-fed rivers, high-altitude landscapes, and rhododendron forests.
- Historic Trail: Follow the iconic route of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa from their 1953 ascent.
- Everest Base Camp Experience: Stand at Everest Base Camp (5,364 m), surrounded by icefalls and glaciers.
- Challenging Adventure: A moderate to challenging trek ideal for physically fit adventurers.
- Cultural and Natural Diversity: Engage with Sherpa communities and experience their mountaineering heritage.
- Best Time to Visit: Spring (March to May) for blooming rhododendrons and clear skies; autumn (September to November) for crisp weather and excellent mountain views.
- Duration and Accessibility: A 12–14 day trek starting with a thrilling flight to Lukla.
- Why Choose This Trek? Combines breathtaking landscapes, cultural richness, and a sense of achievement for adventure enthusiasts and culture lovers.
Overview
The Everest Base Camp Hillary Trek is one of the most iconic and rewarding adventures in the world, tracing the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa, the first climbers to conquer Mount Everest. This classic trekking route takes you through the heart of the Khumbu region, offering an immersive experience of Nepal's unparalleled natural beauty, rich culture, and legendary hospitality.
The journey begins with a scenic flight to Lukla, the gateway to the Everest region. From there, the trek winds through lush rhododendron forests, suspension bridges draped with prayer flags, and bustling Sherpa villages like Namche Bazaar and Tengboche. Along the way, trekkers enjoy breathtaking views of towering peaks, including Everest (8,848.86 m), Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. The highlight of the trek is reaching Everest Base Camp (5,364 m), where climbers prepare for their ascent to the summit. Another unforgettable moment is the hike to Kala Patthar (5,545 m), the best vantage point for sunrise or sunset over Mount Everest.
Spanning 12–14 days, this moderate to challenging trek is perfect for adventure enthusiasts and nature lovers. It combines physical exertion with cultural exploration, allowing trekkers to experience the Sherpa way of life, ancient monasteries, and the unique ecosystem of Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Everest Base Camp Hillary Trek is more than just a journey; it’s a transformative experience that takes you to the roof of the world.
The Everest Base Camp Hillary Trek is a bucket-list adventure that offers a blend of physical challenge, cultural exploration, and unparalleled mountain scenery. Whether you’re a seasoned trekker or a first-time adventurer, this trek promises a life-changing experience in the shadow of the world’s highest peak.
Prefer a more direct route? Our classic Everest Base Camp Trek takes you along the most popular and efficient trail to the base of the world’s highest peak.
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Included and Excluded
- Accommodation in the teahouse or lodge during the trek.
- Two-night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu at Hotel M Square or Similar on BB sharing Basis.
- All the meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
- One experienced male English-speaking guide including his salary and allowances.
- One Porter for two trekkers.
- The airport picks up and drops.
- Sleeping Bag with liner.
- Trekking Permit, National Park Permit.
- Airfare to travel from Lukla-Kathmandu.
- Transfer from Kathmandu to Phaplu by 4WD Jeep.
- All the personal expenses, bar bills, laundry, travel insurance, water, beverage, phone calls, internet, and heater during the trek.
- Extra Tips for the Guide, Porter.
- Helicopter rescue.
- Personal Trekking equipment/gears and rescue operation in case of any emergency.
- All the expenses which arise due to a change of itinerary because of a landslide, political trouble, strike, or lockdown.
- All the Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
Itinerary
- Bus Journey to Bhandara: Today, you’ll take an eight-hour bus ride towards Bhandara, following the scenic Nepal-Tibet road.
- Key Stops: Pass through Lamosangu and the Bhote Koshi River, then climb to Charikot and head towards the Tama Kosi River, reaching Jiri—a popular trekking start point.
- Arrival: After another stretch, you’ll arrive in Bhandara (2,190 meters), known for its Stupa and farmlands.
- Overnight: Stay at a guesthouse in Bhandara
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- Trek to Junbesi: A 5-6 hour trek from Sete to Junbesi (2,675m), with cooler winds along the way.
- Ghurasey: Pass through rhododendron and pine forests to reach the peaceful village of Ghurasey.
- Lamjura-la Pass: Cross the Lamjura-la pass (3,500m) after a short rest.
- Descent to Junbesi: Trek through Toctoc village before descending to Junbesi.
- Highlights: Visit Junbesi's Chorten Monastery and Sir Edmund Hillary's school.
- Overnight: Stay at a teahouse or lodge in Junbesi.
- Descent and Ascent to Solung Danda: Begin by descending to the river below, then ascend to Solung Danda, a small hill offering views of some Everest region mountains.
- Trek to Ringmo Village: After descending to Beni Khola, it’s a 30-minute walk to reach Ringmo village.
- Trakshindu Pass: Ascend for an hour to reach Trakshindu Pass (3,070m), with views of Kusum Kanguru, Thamserku, and Kantega.
- Takshindu Gompa: From the pass, trek to Takshindu Gompa, then descend for two hours to Nunthala, a large village with Sherpa and Rai communities.
- Overnight: Stay at a teahouse or lodge in Nunthala.
- Trek to Bupsa Danda: Begin by trekking through slopes, forests, and fields before crossing a suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi River.
- Ascent to Jubing: From the bridge, trek uphill to reach Jubing (1,675m).
- Kharikhola Village: Continue to the small village of Kharikhola, where you’ll see Mani walls, water wheels, and a local market.
- Climb to Bupsa: After leaving Kharikhola, an hour-long challenging ascent will take you to Bupsa, offering stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys.
- Duration: The trek from Nunthala to Bupsa Danda takes 4-5 hours.
- Overnight: Arrive at a guesthouse by afternoon for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Breakfast and Trek Departure: After a delicious breakfast, we begin our trek along a ridge trail and a level mountain path, enjoying stunning views of Thamserku, Kangtega, and Kusum Kanguru.
- Descent to Phunki Tenga: After several hours of flat zigzagging, we descend to the river and reach Phunki Tenga.
- Ascent to Tengboche: From Phunki Tenga, we climb through a rhododendron forest to the famous Tengboche Monastery (3,860m).
- Exploration Time: Once we check into our teahouse, you'll have some time to explore the area and the monastery if you're interested.
- Overnight: Spend the night at a teahouse or lodge after approximately 5 hours of trekking.
- Breakfast and Trek Departure: After breakfast, we start our trek to the Imja Khola, crossing a thrilling suspension bridge and descending through a rhododendron forest.
- Passage to Pangboche: Along the way, we’ll pass a long Mani stone wall before entering the village of Pangboche.
- Onward to Dingboche: We continue through summer pastures to reach Dingboche (Altitude: 4,450m).
- Overnight: Stay at a teahouse or lodge after approximately 5 hours of trekking.
- Trek Departure: After breakfast, we start our trek, reaching a mani-prayer stupa in about 50 minutes.
- Trail to Pheriche: The easy trail continues to Pheriche, offering views of Mount Tawache, Ama Dablam, Pokalde (5,741m), Kongma-Tse (5,820m), and the Nuptse Great Wall.
- Joining Dugla: After two hours, we connect with the trail near Dugla (4,595m), just before a small bridge over the Khumbu Glacier.
- Ascent: A steep one-hour climb brings us to breathtaking views of Mount Pumori and the west side of Everest.
- Final Stretch to Lobuche: We take a short break before heading to Lobuche (4,910m).
- Overnight: We’ll stay at a teahouse or guesthouse in Lobuche after approximately 4-5 hours of trekking.
- We begin our trek to Base Camp after breakfast.
- As we walk along a stony moraine path, you’ll have the opportunity to observe an iced glacial pond and icebergs nestled below the Khumbu glacier.
- After navigating the final set of rocky moraine dunes, we will descend briefly to Gorakshep, where we will take a lunch break and leave our belongings.
- The next leg of our journey takes us to Everest Base Camp (Altitude: 5,359m) in the Himalayas.
- Congratulations! You’ve successfully arrived at Everest Base Camp, making your goal a reality.
- We’ll spend some time at Base Camp before making our way back to Gorakshep (Altitude: 5,153m) for the night.
- After approximately 7-8 hours of trekking, we will spend the night at a teahouse or lodge in Gorakshep.
- We’ll start early to climb Kala Patthar for a breathtaking sunrise.
- Enjoy panoramic views of Everest and surrounding peaks, including Pumori, Lingtren, and Ama Dablam.
- After sunrise, we’ll hike down to Gorakshep for breakfast, then continue trekking to Pheriche, where the descent is easy.
- We’ll arrive in Pheriche (Altitude: 4,255 meters) after a total trek of 4-5 hours.
- Overnight at a teahouse or lodge in Pheriche.
- On this day, your wonderful stay in Nepal will come to an end.
- Our office representative will drop you off at Tribhuvan International Airport.
- You will arrive at the airport a few hours before your flight's departure time.
- Please ensure you have all your essential travel documentation before heading to the airport.
- At Wilderness Outdoors, we hope you have a pleasant flight home and look forward to planning another trip to Nepal in the future.
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FAQs
The best times for the trek are during the Spring (March, April, May) and Autumn (September, October, November) seasons. These periods offer ideal trekking conditions with minimal rain, moderate temperatures, and clear views of the mountains.
The trek follows the classic route of early Everest expeditions, passing through villages like Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, and Gorak Shep. Key highlights include the Tengboche Monastery, views of the Khumbu Icefall, and reaching Everest Base Camp.
In Sagarmatha National Park, trekkers may encounter wildlife such as Himalayan Tahr, snow leopards, and red pandas. The lower forests are rich with birch, juniper, blue pines, firs, bamboo, and rhododendron, while higher altitudes feature dwarf plants, lichens, and mosses.
The highest point of the trek is Kala Patthar, from where trekkers can enjoy panoramic views of Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, and Lhotse.
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