Everest Base Camp And Island Peak Climbing – 20 Days

Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will find yourself being introduced to the colorful sights and sounds of the city. Our representatives will be there to receive you and will drop you off at Thamel.

Spend some time familiarizing yourself with the hotel before exploring the walking path in Thamel, which is one of the famous tourist zones in the country. Be ready for our further journey and purchase anything you need for the trek. Later, return to the hotel and rest for the day.

The actual adventure starts early in the morning as you will take an exciting flight that will show you the tops of the great Himalayas at Lukla. As soon as you arrive in Lukla, start the trek to Phakding. 

The trail goes through the greenery and mountainous terrain most of the time, and the Dudh Koshi River is always by your side. Through the many beautiful villages, you shall be able to have your preliminary view of the great mountains. 

Arriving at Phakding, find a suitable lodge and rest as well as eat warm food while admiring the tranquil environment.

Today we will have a longer trek than before into the center of the Khumbu region. The path itself is picturesque, with such diversions as suspension bridges and stunning views of the mountain scenery. 

Getting closer to Namche, the path becomes steeper up to the final stage, when again a wide view of the Everest and Lhotse opens. Namche, also called the gateway to Everest, has a vibrant township with shops, cafes, etc. 

We will spend some time visiting the colorful market after getting used to the high altitude and checking into a teahouse. 

The 4th day is going to be spent getting used to the climate and altitude. After breakfast, it’s time for a short trek up to the ‘Everest View Hotel’ to have a closer look at the Himalayan giant, Mount Everest, and the beautiful peak of Ama Dablam. 

The nature of the event makes this a perfect shoot for a photographer. You will spend the afternoon in Namche Bazaar sightseeing and visit the Sherpa Museum, where information about the culture and traditions of the Sherpas is displayed. Relax and have dinner of foods prepared from the local produce and get to know other travelers. 

Trekking towards Tengboche, you will be walking in between mountains; the trail presents exciting views of the surrounding mountains on the 5th day. You will then hike alongside the Dudh Koshi River and then ascend towards Tengboche. 

Here you will visit the well-renowned Tengboche Monastery in the Khumbu region. It is a memorable place because of the quiet surroundings, and the background of the beautiful mountains. Later, rest here in Tengboche after a hot and delicious dinner.

Today’s trek concerns forests of rhododendrons and typical Tibetan villages. Still, as you progress upwards towards Dingboche, you get to glance at Ama Dablam and other mountains as well. 

The tea houses of Dingboche are established in the beautiful valley, and, therefore, the views are wonderful. Arrive at your teahouse, and if there is time, go for a brief walk around the area to adjust to the environment. 

This is another day to acclimate to the high altitude. These acclimatization days are separated to be away from the Altitude sickness and be familiar with the altitude. The tranquility of Dingboche is perfect for spending a night in a tea house socializing with other trekkers and exchanging stories of the experience.

This day’s hiking will be through several steep terrains, and the trek to Lobuche passes through the Khumbu Glacier. The path indicates some kind of memorial of climbers who died in the mountains, including Mount Everest, making it a rather somber experience for trekkers. 

Exploring Lobuche, you’ll have beautiful views of Pumori (7165m), Nuptse (7861m), Lobuche (6367m), Ama Dablam (6858m) and other surrounding peaks. For the accommodation, there are some basic lodges, and the feeling is very warm and welcoming as you plan for the next day’s journey. 

This day is going to be full of amazement as you hike for the ever-wonderful Everest Base Camp! The trail is steep and hard, but the view is worth the bother as it involves having to cross rocks and move through glaciers. On arrival at the base camp, you get the feeling of the majestic Mount Everest standing tall above. Click as many photos as you can and enjoy the serene beauty of the Himalayas from the lap of Mt.Everest.

After having relished sightseeing, started to descend to Gorak Shep for the night.

Wake up early in the morning to go trekking in the morning to Kala Patthar to get a view of the daybreak over Everest and other mountains. This is one of the most exciting aspects of the trek since the view from here is the best.

After your descent, you will have breakfast at Gorak Shep, then go down to Lobuche. The day’s trekking grants the opportunity to admire the beauty of the landscape of the mountains. The 7-hour trek ends at Lobuche with an accommodating teahouse.

Today’s trekking brings you to Chhukung, the scenery en route being spectacular with a change of terrain. The trail goes through the sprawl of yak grazing fields and numerous Sherpa settlements. 

Once you first arrive in Chhukung after 6-7 hours of trekking, you will get the first glimpse of Island Peak, which will be your climbing destination for tomorrow. Arrive at your teahouse and get ready for the next stage of your journey. 
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The trek to Island Peak Base Camp offers beautiful scenery while approaching the camp through steep and rocky terrain. The views get even more spectacular with glacial views on the approach to base camp. 

When you get to the location, you need to unpack your gear and take some rest before climbing. A climber feels the recreation that he/she shares with other climbers and thrills for an attempt to the top. 

This day is taken to relax, with emphasis being placed on preparation. You can rehearse with climbing techniques or even assess your gear with the guidance of your climbing companion. Short test hikes that are around the vicinity are also advisable to allow your body to adjust to the high altitude. 

End the day by focusing on the event that will take place in the morning and gossiping with other climbers. 

Wake up early in the morning and get ready to climb the island peak. The hike is quite inspiring: there are steep slopes and moments when you are amazed by the view. When you reach the top, you will not be left without goosebumps with breathtaking views of Mt. Everest (8,848m), Lhotse (8,414m), Cho Oyu (8,188m) and many others. When you have climbed to this point, relax and take some photographs before you descend and reach Base Camp and further to Chhukung. 

After reaching Chhukung, spend the day resting and recovering in the surroundings of Chhukung, which will be very familiar by now. 

The trek of today will bring you back to Tengboche, and this is going to be really wonderful because you have to revisit some places that you had crossed. On your way down, you will have a chance to explore what is up there and how different the view of those mountains looks from here. 

When you reach Tengboche, it’s suggested to revisit the monastery there and recall the wonderful moments that you’ve met on your trip. In the evening, spend a night in a lodge and have dinner with the others who are en route on the same expedition. 

Steep descents, steep ascents, and the views rekindle Namche Bazaar, something with which the trekkers are familiar. The vegetation cover that is depicted with a lot of greenery will impress you as you make your way back home. 

After reaching Namche, one has a wonderful time exploring, and maybe you can have a good meal and a good dinner in the local restaurants. 

The last journey to Lukla will go parallel to the Dudh Koshi River, passing through prosperous, attractive villages. Think about all the great things that you have been through as you make your way back to the trailhead. 

Today, the trek is around 5-6 hours and reaches Lukla which is the village where we landed on the second day of the trek. Enjoy your moment because it’s the last night in the Everest region. And, rest for the day enjoying the serene night views.

On day 18, you will catch a morning flight from Lukla and reach Kathmandu, which is only a 35-40 minute flight away. The sightseeing of the mountains can be done at least from the plane as they give one last look at the magnificent Himalayas of Everest region. First of all, go to the hotel and take a rest in the city if you arrive in the morning in Kathmandu. 

Transfer for shopping for souvenirs, or you may go for a stroll around in the afternoon. Later, come back to the hotel and rest for the night.
 

Today, travel through the historical and cultural centers of the city of Kathmandu. Go sightseeing at other places of tourist interest, such as Swayambhunath or Monkey Temple and Boudhanath Stupa, both of which are given UNESCO World Heritage status.

Spend some time walking around the old streets of Bhaktapur and hop onto traditional Nepalese sweets and taste traditional drinks too. After our whole trekking part of the journey beforehand, it gives you a day off to relax and engage in other activities, for instance, exploration of the local culture. 

Towards the end of your journey, as much as it may sound cliché, wake up and have a tasty and filling breakfast at your hotel. If time permits, proceed for some shopping in the enclave of Thamel, or just walk around and get prepared for your departure transfer to the airport. 

Hope you remember us if you want to explore even more in the trekking sector of Nepal. With a balanced itinerary and warm hospitality, we will wait for you to make your next journey even more fun and interesting.