Everest View Trek from Namche Bazaar-5 Days

The Everest View Trek is a shorter and less strenuous alternative to the full Everest Base Camp Trek, starting from the town of Namche Bazaar and offering spectacular views of Mount Everest and other peaks in the surrounding area.

Here are some details about the Everest View Trek:

1. Distance: The trek covers approximately 50 km round trip from Namche Bazaar.

2. Duration: The trek usually takes about 4-5 days, depending on the pace of the trekker and the number of rest days taken.

3. Altitude: The trek takes you from 3,440 meters to 3,880 meters at the highest point, offering panoramic views of Mount Everest and the surrounding peaks.

4. Difficulty: The trek is considered relatively easy, with moderate hikes over rolling terrain and at moderate altitude.

5. Accommodation: Accommodation is provided in teahouses or lodges along the trek, offering basic amenities such as food, drink, and lodging.

6. Permits: A TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) card and a Sagarmatha National Park entry permit are required for the trek.

7. Best time to go: The best time to go on the Everest View Trek is from September to November and from March to May, when the weather is stable and visibility is good.

These are the general details of the Everest View Trek. It’s always a good idea to consult with a guide or local expert for the most up-to-date information and for recommendations on gear, preparation, and safety.

If you want the view of Mt. Everest from a comfortable distance and without trekking much too a higher altitude, this trek is for you. Join us to experience the beauty of the mountain ranges from Nepal.

Day 01: Flight to Lukla & Trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft): 8km, 3-4 hrs.

Our journey starts as you meet our representative and take a 40 minutes flight to Lukla. After lunch we start our trek to Phakding.

The trekking route to this small village-Phakding is beautiful. Crossing few Sherpa villages and farms protected by stone walls, the trek experience is going to be an amazing one. You will be walking along the Dudh koshi River followed by Thado Khola and finally reach the destination of the day-Phakding. You can get the enchanting view of Mt. Kusum Kangaru.

Day 02: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440 m/11,280 ft): 10km, 5-6 hrs.

We start our trek for the day after breakfast through the wild and beautiful pine forest. You will be crossing few suspension bridges as you get close to Jorsale. The view of Thamserku above the villages we will cross is spellbinding. We will cross the confluence of Bhote and Dudh Koshi rivers and walk through the Tenzing-Hilary suspension bridge. As we walk through the adventurous forest crossing the Nuptse-Lhotse ridge we come to the town of Namche Bazaar.

Day 03: Rest day; explore Khumjung Sherpa village and surrounding

We explore Namche bazaar as acclimatize to the high altitude to avoid Acute Mountain Sickness. Being an administrative town, Namche Bazaar has a number of delicious food joints and colorful markeys that you can explore. The Sagarmath national Park is must visit as it is a centre having informative displays about Sherpa culture and traditions. You can also explore Khumjung which is a traditional Sherpa village which gives the magnificent view of Thamserku, Kangtega, Ama Dablam and the mighty Mt.Everest.

Day 04: Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft): 18km, 7-8 hrs.

From Namche bazaar we trek downhill as we come to a more comfortable altitude. We walk through the beautiful villages of Jorsale and Cheplung. We finally ascend to Lukla, the destination of the day. Overnight at Lukla

Day 05: Fly back to Kathmandu

After breakfast you fly back to Kathmandu.  As the trip ends here, you bid goodbye to the trekking group and transfer to hotel.