Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek

There will be a pre-trip meeting where our company representatives will give you more detail about the trek and what to expect. They will answer any questions you may have as well. Afterward, you meet with our tour guide who will take you out sightseeing around Kathmandu. You will visit some of the most popular sites; Pashupatinath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, and, if time permits, others as well.

On the 3rd day, you make your way toward the Himalayas and drive along the Araniko Highway to get to your first destination, Jiri. You will pass the old Newar towns of Banepa and Dhulikhel to reach Jiri. During the drive, you can see the view of eastern Himalayas which includes Ganesh Himal (7422m) and Langtang Lirung (7227m) if the sky clears up. Overnight stay in Jiri.

The trek to Bhandar starts by crossing a river on a suspension bridge. You pass through hospitable villages, farms and walk through the mesmerizing rhododendron and oak forests. After Shivalaya, the trail climbs to Sangba Danda via Deurali pass (2,705 m) and then descends to the small village of Bhandar. It is a Sherpa village with a huge Chorten located on a vast meadow. Overnight in Bhandar.

After Bhandar, you walk downhill to Likhu Khola and cross a bridge to reach Kinja. The trail then rises uphill and passes through terraced farmlands while also providing you a spectacular view of the distant villages and lush landscapes. After walking for a few hours you arrive at Sethe, a beautiful village situated in the middle of the rhododendron forest. Overnight in Sethe.

Today’s trek begins with a steep climb and passes the small Sherpa settlement of Dagchu and Goyam on the way. You then ascend slowly to Lamjura pass (3500m) through deciduous forests of rhododendrons, magnolia, maple, and birch and walk downhill to Junbesi, another small Sherpa village. The village is located on the bank of the Junbesi River and offers beautiful views of the surrounding landscapes. Overnight in Junbesi.

You will first cross Junbesi Khola on a wooden bridge and descend through Salung. From Salung, you can see Mt. Everest on a clear day. Beyond Salung, the walk leads you downhill and then crosses another bridge before reaching Taksindu Pass (3870m). Up ahead, you will pass through pine and hemlock forests, and shepherd huts to reach your destination for the day, Nunthala. Overnight in Nunthala.

The trail descends through the Dudh Koshi River and takes you through terraced fields and small settlements. You then descend through a forest and walk uphill to the Rai village of Jubhing. From Jubhing, the path ascends to a village around a ridge and then ultimately takes you to the settlement of Khare Khola. Overnight in Khare Khola.

From Khare Khola, you make a steep climb to Bupsa Danda and then follow the trail to Kanre. Up ahead, you walk through another dense forest of rhododendron and oak where you might be able to spot some langur monkeys. The trek continues north to Paiya and follows an uphill and downhill trail to Surke. Overnight in Surke.

You leave Surke and then the tributary valley before marching north towards Chauri Kharka It is a large settlement with a monastery that is a major producer of grains for the Everest region. After a small break here, you climb up to Lukla, the entrance to the Everest region, and then join the main trail that does downhill to Phakding. Overnight in Phakding.

From Phakding, you climb towards the village of Jorsalle through the enchanting waterfalls and then pass through the rhododendron and magnolia forests. The trail climbs steeply and provides you the first glimpse of Mt. Everest (8848m). Soon you arrive at the main trading town of Everest region, Namche Bazaar which is also known as the “gateway to Everest’’. Namche Bazaar is a charming town with all the facilities one can expect in a city.

As you have gained high altitude quickly, you will take the day off to get adjusted to high altitude that will continue to increase throughout this trek. You can spend the day exploring the shops, bakeries, monasteries, and museum of Namche Bazaar. Many tourists visit the Khumjung Monastery as it supposedly has a Yeti scalp and palm preserved inside a glass box. Or, you can hike to the nearby Sherpa villages of Khunde and Khumjung.

The trail to Tengboche climbs steeply for the first hour providing a view of Ama Dablam and Mt. Everest. Along the trail, you’ll enjoy rhododendron bushes, birds, mules, and excellent views of the Himalayan landscapes. Once you reach the village of Tengboche, you can check out the Tengboche monastery and get some insight into the religion, culture, and festivals celebrated there. The monastery is also the biggest in the region. Overnight in Tengboche

You pass through the lush forests of birch and conifer, and then slowly descend down to Deboche. You will then cross the Imja River and reach Pangboche. It has Pangboche monastery, the oldest monastery of the Everest region, and you can rest and visit the monastery before continuing onto Dingboche. From Pangboche, you will come across thousands of Mani stones (engraved Buddhist player stones) and continue trekking uphill to Imja valley all the way. Overnight in Dingboche.

It is another day for acclimatization. Depending upon your level of fitness and readiness, you can choose to hike up the Chukung valley to Chukung Ri (5550m). From Chukung Ri (5550m), you can enjoy the remarkable view of the snowcapped mountains and glaciers. Or, you can just rest in Dingboche and just enjoy the view of surrounding Chukung and Imja valley, and the panoramic view of the Everest Range.

The trail makes a steep climb to the foot of the Khumbu glacier and leads you to Thukla. You then walk on the zigzags trail through the boulders of glacier moraine. On the way, you can see a memorial dedicated to those who lost their lives in the Himalayas. The final segment of today’s trek climbs gently along the glacier and takes you to Lobuche. It is located at the foot of Lobuche East Peak (6119m), and from here you can see Lobuche East (6119m), Pumo Ri (7165m), and Nuptse (7861m). Overnight in Lobuche.

Today, you march towards Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep. The trail takes you through the glacial moraine of Khumbu glacier. En route to Gorakshep, you get a splendid view of Nuptse (7861m), Pumo Ri (7165m), Mt. Everest (8848m), and many others. Upon arrival at the base camp, you will be surrounded by the picturesque panorama of the majestic Himalayas. After spending some time at the base camp, you return back to Gorakshep. Overnight in Gorakshep.

You wake up early in the morning and hike to Kalapatthar. From the viewpoint, you can witness breathtaking sunrise over the Himalayas and exquisite view of Mt. Everest (8848m), Cho Oyo (8188m), Makalu (8463m), Ama Dablam (6856m), Thamserku (6608m), Everest Base Camp, and the surrounding glaciers. After some time you head back to Gorakshep for breakfast and then retrace your steps back to Thukla or Pheriche in the afternoon. Overnight in Thukla/Pheriche.

After Pheriche, the trail descends downhill and takes you through a forested trail to Phortse village. En route, you can observe the village life, cultural heritage, and customs of the villagers and how they live in these isolated parts. You will cross Pheriche Pass (4270m), and villages of Orsho, Somare, and Pangboche to arrive at Phortse. Overnight in Phortse.

You say goodbye to Pheriche and walk back to Namche Bazaar. The trail takes you steeply downhill following the river and then through the birch and rhododendron forest. While trekking, you can enjoy the view of Mt. Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8414m), Ama Dablam (6856m), and many other mountains in the backdrop. You have been trekking in the Himalayas for many days now so in Namche, you can just rest while enjoying the lower altitude. Overnight in Namche.

A few hours of walking from Namche will take you to Monjo. The trail drops downhill from Namche and crosses the Dudh Koshi River over the suspension bridge. You will pass the village of Jorsalle from where you will exist Sagarmatha National Park. From here, Monjo is only a short walk. If you decide you push forward and walk past Monjo for the overnight stay in Phakding instead.

This is the final day of trekking. You follow the Dudh Koshi River and enjoy the lush green surroundings on your way back to Lukla. The walk to Lukla is uphill and will not be too long. In the evening, you can celebrate the completion of the trek with some of the local beverages and delicacies. Overnight in Lukla.

Leaving the Everest Region, today, you take an early morning flight from Lukla and fly back to Kathmandu. After checking into the hotel in Kathmandu, you can head out for some sightseeing or souvenir shopping. Later in the afternoon, you will join the group for a farewell dinner hosted by the company. This marks the end of this long trip.

As the glorious Jiri to EBC Trek comes to an end, a company representative will take you to the airport. We hope that we have been a great partner to you on the journey. Goodbye!