The classic trek to the Everest Base Camp from Jiri takes about three weeks. You move from the predominantly Hindu Middle Hills to the Tibetan Buddhist High Himalaya. Because of its popularity the trail is well endowed with guest houses and bhattis, although campsites can be crowded. The Base Camp Trek involves many ascents and descents as your move from one valley to another. You must be really fit to enjoy the trek. The trek also goes through the Sagarmatha National Park, from wich you can get a fantastic view of the local mountains and Everest. Within the National Park you have to carry all your own cooking fuel and the use of firewood is prohibited.

 

 

 

 

Note: - B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= dinner

Day 01 : Drive from Kathmandu to Jiri (via lamosangu)
Buses leave Kathmandu throughout the day fro Jiri. It takes 12 hours by public bus. The route passes through Bhaktapur, Banepa, Dhulikhel, Lamosangu.

Day 02 : Trek from  Jiri to Shivalaya
The Solu Khumbu Trail begins  to climb through forest and the occasional hamlet to cross an open ridge at Chitre (2,400 meters). You the n descend into the Khimti Khola valley through Doval to Shivalaya (1, 767 m), a large village  with a market. Overnight at Shivalaya

Day 03: Trek from Shivalaya to Bhandar Changma
From Shivalaya you ascent to 2,705 metres pass, passing through Sangbadanda (2,240 m) and Buldanda. You will get a good view fo the Likhu Khola and Bhandar Changma ahead of you. A short distance below the pass the pass forks. The right goes to the Solu region via Roshi. Continue on towards Bhandar Changma whiche you reach after crossing pasture and the cultivated area.

Day 04 : Trek from Bhandar Sangma to Sete
The trail descends to Baranda and the Likhu Khola which you follow then cross by suspension bridge.  Following the river upstream to Kenja, home of Newars, Sherpa and Magars, it is a fairly climb up  to the Lamjura ridge, The right had fork leads up to Sete (2,575m) where there is a gompa. Overnight at Sete.

Day 05 : Trek from Sete to Junbesi
Start with a long, mostly steady climb through forest of rhododendron, magnolia, maple and birch to the Lamjura la Pass (3,530m). The trails from Sagar and Sete merge befor the pass. Climb to a huge rock at the head of the valley, then go over the ridge to Junbesi (2,675m), known simply as June in the Sherpa dialect.

Day 06 : Trek from Junbesi to Nuntala
From Junbesi, you can cross the Junbesi Khola and continue the route towards Ringmo. The route then climbs to cross the ridge at 3,080 metres, giving the first view of Everest, Chamlang and Makalu. Descend through Salung to Ringmo Khola. Drop down to impressive Trakshindo monastery and through rhododendron forest to Nuntala for overnight.

Day 07 : Trek from  Nuntala to Khari Khola
Descend to the Dudh Khola then begin to follow the river up towards Namche Bazaar. The trail the climbs to Jubing to Khari Khola village by the Khari River for overnight.

Day 08 : Trek from Khari Khola to Puiyan
After crossing the Khari Khola, then climb up to Bupsa. Then you climb steadily to the ridge where Dudh Koshi Canyon is very precipitous. From the 2,900 metre pass, you descend along an impressive section of the trail into the side canyo of the Puiyan Khola for overnight.

Day 09 : Trek from Puiyan to Phakding
Climb for about one hous to the 2,800 metre ridge opposite Puiyan from where you can see airfield at Lukla. The trail descends to just above Surkhe, a tributary of the Dudh Koshi. The trail continues north to Chaunrikharka and  then continue on through terraced fields to Choplung. The village Ghat is the next village, followed after an undulating section of the trail, by Phakding. Overnight at Phakding.

Day 10 : Trek from Phakding to  Namche Bazaar
The trail climbs up the Dudh Koshi Canyon, crossing from side to side the villages. Trekkers must register at Jorsale for the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park just beyond to Chomou. The trail undulates along the valley up to the confluence of the Bhote Koshi and Dudh Koshi. Climb up to Namche Bazaar for overnight.

Day 11 : Namche Bazaar
A rest day should be spend relaxing in Namche Bazaar for acclimatization.  There are a number of local excursions that we might enjoy. Hike up above Namche to the Sagarmatha National Park Visitor’s Center and Museum, where there are terrific views of the Everest region and numerous educational displays on the culture, geography, geology, climatology, and wildlife within the park and the Khumbu. It is also possible to make a 2-2½ hour hike up to Syangboche and the Everest View Hotel

Day 12 : Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
From Namche Bazaar, it is a steep one hour climb to Shyangboche. There are good view of Ama Dablan and Everest from here. The trail to Tengboche from Khunjung  goes down the valley, past chortens and amni walls and soon meets the direct Namche Bazaar to Tengboche trail.

Day 13 : Trek from Tengboche to Pheriche
Descend through forest to Devuche on the way to Everest Base Camp. From Pangboche, the trail initially remains faily steady above the Imja Khola. Trek to the Pheriche village for overnight which consists mainly of hotels and teashops plus a shop selling expedition leftovers.

Day 14 : Pheriche
Spend a trest day here, even if you are feeling in a good condition.  A side trip can be made up to Nagkartshand Gompa which also offers a good view of Makalu. There is another, most strenuous, side to Chhukung, a small summer settlement where you get exvellent views of Island Peak, Lhotse and Ama Dablam.

Day 15 : Trek from Pheriche to Lobuche
The first part of the route passes up to the long scrubby flat bottom of the valley to Phulung Kharka. It rises steadily, then drops down, crosses the river and enters Dughla. From here the trail climbs higher, then follow the small valley to Lobuche for overnight. The views of Taweche and Nuptse are spectacular.

Day 16 : Trek from Lobuche to Gorak Shep
Continue up to the grassy valley beside the Khumbu Glacier moraine until the terminal moraine of the Changri Nup and Changri Shar. It then becomes steeper and rougher as you climb to top of the moraine. Then it is a short descent to the dry sandy area of Gorak Shep which has a small lake beyond.

Day 17 : Trek from Gorak Shep to Everest Base Camp
Everest Base Camp is to the east of the Khumbu Glacier. After leaving the head of the lake at Gorak Shep, you climb through a boulder strewn area. The trail then crosses the moraine wall and descends to the Khumbu Glacier which you cross. Take great care.   The Base Camp is at 5,400 metres. The round trip from Gorak Shep takes over six hours.  

Day 18-21 : Return to Namche Bazaar and Lukla
Allow three or four days for the return.  You will probably be pleasantly surprise that as you descend you feel great rushes of energy. From Namche Bazaar to Lukla, you retrace your steps as far as Chablung then turn off above Chauri Kharka towards Lukla.

Day 22 : Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
This morning transfer to Lukla Airport for morning flight back to Kathmandu. During flight to Kathmandu you can see the close up views of the Himalayas. After landing, transfer to the Hotel.

Team Membership

For the Jiri Everest Trekking we will take minimum 2 trekkers and maximum of 20 trekkers.

Fitness and what to expect

We are travelling in high and remote terrain at moderately high altitudes. Members will best have a moderate level of fitness to enjoy the experience to its fullest. The trails are sometimes steep and a couple of the trek days quite long (about 6 hours). Weather can deteriorate and rain, strong winds and even some snow are possible. However we are travelling at a mild time of the year to best appreciate the surroundings.

Hotel

There are every category of accommodation facilities that range from the international standard star hotels to budget hotels and lodges; therefore the hotel reservation is not a difficult task. You can make reservation as per you budget. 'Himalayan Idol ' is ready to make any arrangement for you as per your wish, desire and budget.

Food

Food will be of the highest standard possible, given the remoteness of the situation. Please inform us if you have any special dietary requirements.

In the Jiri Everest Trekking we will be dining in the Lodge.

Equipment List

Please read the list enclosed detailing all necessary clothing and equipment to be individually provided by trek members. If you have any queries about items on the list please do ask.

Clothing and Equipment Check List

Body Wear

1. Thermal underwear (long)
2. Polarfleece jacket and pants
3. Mid layer polar fleece top
4. Down jacket (to –10°C)
5. Gortex rain parka and overpants
6. T shirt and shorts
7. Underwear
8. Casual wear for evenings
9. Comfortable riding pants and jacket

Head Wear

1. Fleece/wool warm hat
2. Baseball hat or sun hat
3. Snow glasses
4. Riding helmet optional

Hand Wear

1. Fleece gloves
2. Riding gloves

Foot Wear

1. Socks x 3 sets
2. Trekking/riding boots
3. Lightweight running shoes

Trek Gear

1. Small rucksack/daypack
2. Waterbottle
3. Medium sized kit bag/duffel with full length zip and lockable
4. Extendable ski poles (optional)

Camping Gear

1. Down sleeping bag (to -10°C)
2. Headlamp and batteries

Accessories

1. Personal toiletries
2. Personal first aid kit
3. Small kit bag/duffel (to store gear in KTM) Pocket knife / leatherman
4. Personal medication & personal first aid kit
5. Sun cream and lip balm
6. Moist towels for personal hygiene
7. Camera and plenty of film
8. Camping towel

How to join the trek

If you would like to join the Jiri Everest Trekking, please fill out an Trekking Application Form and forward to us along with the deposit. If you require more information please contact us:

Price Include :

1. Pick & Drop to Airport / 1night hotel in Kathmandu as per our corresponding.
2. Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu Flight Ticket
3. Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing with Tour guide as per itinerary.
4. 3 meals a day (Breakfasts, Lunch and Dinners with tea or coffee) during the trek
5. Accommodation in the mountain lodges or guesthouses in twin sharing bases during the trek.
6. Experienced English speaking Government licenses holder trekking guide & Supporters  (One supporter for Two People, weight must not be more than 25 KGS)
7. Facility of food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all trekking staff.
8. Group medical supplies (First Aid medical kit will be available)
9. Trekking permit/ National Park fees/ Conservation fees/  as per government requirement and TIMS Card ( new provision)
10. Necessary all ground transportation by private tourist bus or car.

Price does not include :

1. Any meals in Kathmandu except breakfast, any alcoholic drinks (beer, wine, whisky etc), any cold drinks, juices), mineral waters, laundry bills, bar bills, communication bills, Tips for guide & porters
2. Airfare domestic / international flights.
3. Nepal entry and re-entry visa fee, Visa issuance is easy at the arrival of Kathmandu Airport (TIA).
4. Airport tax required for the Domestic / International flights
5. Personal trekking equipment, medical and travel insurance.
6. Entrance fees for sightseeing/Monument any kind of personal expenses.
7. Helicopter rescue charge incase if we needed.
8. Others then not mention above.

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