Experience a Unique Hike in Nepal

My Own Everest,

When one imagines Everest, the mind often pictures crampons and ski goggles on a face encrusted with ice after weeks of trekking. While this scenario is possible, there are other, much simpler ways to reach the highest peak in the world.

The Everest region is a trekker's paradise and undoubtedly the most beautiful trek in the world. From short and easy hikes to the ascent of snowy peaks, the choices are numerous. Beginner, moderate, or high level, everyone will find the right fit.

For those short on time, a mountain flight from Kathmandu is by far the simplest and quickest way to see Everest. For those with a few days to spare, there's no need to go all the way to the base camp to get close to Everest. The "postcard" view from Syangboche is just two days of walking from Lukla along the forest trail leading to Namche, perched over 3400 meters above sea level. Protected areas, national parks and the region offer infrastructures that allow hikers to find lodging, food, and engage with local communities. Trekking paths are generally well maintained and often marked.

For the more adventurous, in 12 to 16 days, you can undertake the legendary trek to Everest Base Camp: fly to Lukla, ascend to Phakding then Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Feriche, Lobuche then Gorekshep, the last step before conquering the mythical Everest Base Camp.

Goal:

Seeing and getting close to Everest is the goal of this trip. The landscape goes beyond your expectations; breathtaking! The glacial environment with its moraine lakes, altitude, the number and vastness of mythical peaks, Sherpa populations living in harmony, the region being the cradle of the Sherpa population and Buddhist culture, monasteries and typical Himalayan villages will surely amaze you. Everything needed to make this route one of the most famous treks in the world.

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PHYSICAL LEVEL

HIKE/TREK

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15 Days in Nepal

Day 1: Flight Paris – Kathmandu

Day 2: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300 m)

Arrival in Kathmandu depending on your flight schedules. Welcomed by your local guide at the airport exit with an agency sign and transfer to your hotel.

Briefing and presentation of the stay's itinerary. If arriving in the morning, a rest day or possibility to visit the tourist district of Thamel for those who wish; your hotel is located at the heart of this tourist area.

Meals not included.

• At Mandala Boutique Hotel ***

Day 3: Flight Ramechap – Lukla (2,840 m) – Phakding (2,610 m)

Depending on flight schedules, transfer to Ramechap airport 130 km from Kathmandu. Head towards Lukla, starting point of the trek, and meet your team of porters. Here you are in Sherpa country and join Phakding with about 3 hours of walking. You will also enjoy passing through villages like Cheplung, Thado koshi and Ghat.

NB/The Ramechhap airport is located 130 km away. Approximately 4 to 5 hours by road from Kathmandu.

• In lodge
• 5 hours by road / 15 min flight / 3 hours walking

Day 4: Phakding (2,610 m) – Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)

Departure for Namche Bazaar. Gradual ascent up to the village of Jorsale. A stop is necessary for trekking permit verification; small descent down to Botekoshi river. You'll cross a suspension bridge and follow a stream. After the second suspension bridge, it's quite a steep climb up to Namche Bazaar.

This large town is the capital of Sherpa. It boasts several shops, a market, post office, bank, Sherpa museum and monastery.

Meals Included: Morning – Noon and Evening

• In lodge
• Approximately 6 hours walking

Day 5: Acclimatization at Namche (3,440 m)

We are already at 3,440 m. The acclimatization day is very important for this trek. For this reason, you will climb up to Sengboche at 3,720 m then return to the lodge.

Meals Included: Morning – Noon and Evening

Day 6: Namche (3,440 m) – Phortse village (3,840 m)

Leaving Namche behind, the path gradually climbs towards Sanasa then up to Dole. A stop for lunch followed by a descent towards the last houses of the village to join the ridge line. Passing a small pass then descending towards Phortse village. Superb view on "the prince" of places: Ama Dablam.

Meals Included: Morning – Noon and Evening

Day 7: Phortse village (3,840 m) – Dingboche (4,410 m)

Set off for Dingboche. Today’s path takes you under Thamserku peak’s shadow as well as Kangtega and Ama Dablam — one of the world's most beautiful mountains. Lunch break at Pangboche then continue towards Dingboche.

Meals Included: Morning – Noon and Evening

• In lodge
• Approximately 7 hours walking

Day 8: Dingboche (4,410 m) – Lobuche (4910 m)

A gentle climb leads you up towards Dughla at 4,620 m with breathtaking views over numerous snow-covered peaks such as Choltse,Ama Dablam ,Thamserku,Khanglemu ,Island peak,Lhotse,and Nuptse .Then continue climbing towards Lobuche .

Meals Included :Morning-Noon & Evening .

in Lodge about six hours walk approximately . 

Day nine :Lobuche(4910m)-Gorak Shep(5140m)-Kala Patthar(5550m)

today,kala patthar awaits ;highest point trekking morning departure slow steady ascent summit lies pumori mount pumori (7165m).you everest south face . highlights day -point trek -mythical south face -within arms mount pumori -numerous peaks -peak names . included :morning-noon evening .lodge about seven hours walk approximately .  ### day ten :gorak shep(5140m)-everest base camp(5364m)-lobuche(4910m) purpose day reach legendary base camp foot khumbu glacier starting point many expeditions everest ascent.springtime possibly witness preparations one them.return lodge same path lobuche.caution there tricky passages stick guide.highlights : base camp closest planet giant.meals included : morning-noon evening .in lodge approximately eight hours walk round trip  ### day eleven :lobuche(4910m)-tengboche(3860m) retrace steps pheriche valley pangboche continue walking tengboche monastery visit included :morning-noon evening .in lodge about seven hours walk approximately  ### day twelve :tengboche(3860m)-namche(3440m) morning descend rhododendron forest reach dudh koshi shores then gradual ascent kyangzuma finish easy trail namche bazaar town arrival included :morning-noon evening .in lodge about five hours walk approximately  ### day thirteen :namche(3440m)-lukla(2840m) final trek day expect seven eight hours walk descent phakding village ;after lunch break continue walking lukla airport end trek.included :morning-noon evening .in lodge about seven hours walk approximately  ### day fourteen :lukla(2840m)-ramechap-kathmandu depending flight times fly ramechap road kathmandu included :morning noon mandala boutique hotel *** foot tour  ### fifteen visit kathmandu flights lukla ramechap subject weather delays cancellations possible reserve extra day visit kathmandu trekking guide discover bodhnath stupa morning afternoon explore historical center durbar square tahiti arrive famous commercial district asan vegetable spice traders smells colors amaze included morning mandala boutique ** foot+local bus  ### departure sixteen according schedule return flight france guide take trivuwan international airport departure hope leave unforgettable memories made stay pleasant wish nice flight back included morning  additional information itinerary walking time provided indicative average estimate good physical condition essential trekking all inclusive rate duration fifteen days trek everest base camp