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Everest View Trek - 7 Days

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Trip Facts
  • Duration 5 Days
  • Trip Grade Easy
  • Group Size 2 to 30
  • Max. Elevation 3860m/ 12665ft.
  • Start/End Lukla / Lukla
  • Best Time Sep to Dec and Mar to May

Highlights

  • The Everest View Trek is a short and sweet journey, just 5 days from Kathmandu to Kathmandu.
  • Plan a 7-day perfect trip, including arrival and departure.
  • Enjoy a scenic flight to Lukla before starting your beautiful trek.
  • Reach Namche Bazaar and the famous Everest View Hotel for stunning panoramic views.
  • Witness magical mountain scenery, including the world’s highest peak, Mt. Everest (8,848 m), Lhotse (8,516 m), Nuptse (7,861 m), Ama Dablam (6,812 m), Thamserku (6,623 m), Taboche Peak (6,495 m), Kongde Peak (6,178 m), and many more.
  • Cross several suspension bridges, including the longest and deepest, the “Hillary Bridge.”
  • Pass through traditional Sherpa villages and explore their unique culture.
  • Trek along beautiful alpine forests and natural landscapes.
  • Walk beside the Dudh Koshi River.
  • Visit many monasteries and sacred spiritual sites.
  • Each day involves 6–7 hours of walking on gradual trails with some ascents and descents.
  • The trek starts and ends in Lukla, with both ways connected by flight.

Short Everest View Trek – Everest Panorama Trek

The Everest View Trek is a short time watching the panorama of the tallest mountain, Mt. Everest, and the surrounding magical peaks, including Lhotse, Nupse Saar, Amadablam, Thamserku, and Kongde Peak.

On the Everest Panorama trek, you should embark to the stunning viewpoint at the Everest View Hotel and watch those breathtaking panorama views of the world's highest mountains, Mt. Everest (8848m) and Lhotse (8516m), the most iconic peak, Amadablam (6812m), Thamserku (6623m), Kongde Peak (6187m), and many more. It is a couple of hours to ascend from Namche (3440m) to the viewpoint (3860m).

It is not only panorama views; you can explore the lifestyle and culture of mountain heroism of Sherpa people. They are inhabitants of the Khumbu Everest region. They have nice terraces and animals. They grow lots of crops and vegetables, and they have yaks, cows, and sheep.

You will get to the capital city of the Khumbu Valley, called Namche Bazar. It has a huge town, especially for a touristic city. There are lots of trekking shops, restaurants, bars, and nice lodges. They warmly welcome all of the visitors. Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding

The Everest view trek starts with first landing in the wonderful place of Lukla. It is a scenic flight from Kathmandu, only 35 minutes, and then you start your beautiful trekking along many villages, riverside, and short walks. On the first day, you will stay at Phakding.

Phakding to Namche Bazar: A Wonderful Experience

On the second day, you are reaching the capital city of the Khumbu Valley, called Namche Bazar. For the first couple of hours, gently ascend and arrive at Monjo village. It has the Sagarmatha National Park checkpoint. You should obtain the national park entry permit. Which is, you should pay 3000 Nepali rupees, and they give you a permit. Then, take lunch in Jorsalle.

You should cross many suspension bridges, including the longest and deepest bridge, called the Hillary Bridge. After crossing it, you should ascend steeply uphill for around 2 to 2.5 hours to get to Namche Bazar. It is approximately a 6/7-hour journey from Phakding to Namche Bazar. Stay at a nice lodge here.

Embark to Everest View Hotel—for Panorama Views

On the third day, it must be wonderful weather, like a crystal-clear sky, because you must embark in a couple of hours to see the mesmerizing views of the world's tallest mountain, Mt. Everest, and the iconic peaks of Amadablam and many more peaks as listed below.

  • Mt. Everest (8848m / 29029ft.)
  • Mt. Lhotse (8516m / 27940ft.)
  • Mt. Nupse Saar (7861m / 25790ft.)
  • Mt. Amadablam (6812m / 22350ft.)
  • Mt. Thamserku (6623m / 21729ft.)
  • Taboche Peak (6501m / 21329ft.)
  • Kangtengga (6782m / 22250ft.)
  • Kongde Peak (6187m / 20299ft.)

How Difficult Is the Everest View Trek?

The Everest View Trek is a short Everest trek and easily accessible; any age can do it. It is quite high altitude because you must get to the 3860-meter viewpoint, but anyone can get there.

We can say it: who doesn’t have enough time to complete the iconic Everest Base Camp Trek? They can do it in a short time and see the world’s tallest peak, Mt. Everest, and the surrounding magical peaks.

How many days of trekking would the short Everest View Trek be?

Everest View Trek is 5 to 6 days from Kathmandu to Kathmandu, and from your arrival to departure, you need 2 extra days. Make a plan for a week, as 7 to 8 days is perfect.

Even you can go till Tengboche Monastery, which is the oldest and most historical monastery in the Everest region. You will see amazing views from Tengboche Monastery too.

Tentative Itinerary of Everest View Trek

Here is a tentative Everest View Trekking itinerary. If you go to Tengboche, you should extend a day.

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and stay at a nice hotel.

Day 02: Fly to Lukla, then trek to Phakding.

Day 03: Trekking to Namche Bazar—Nice Walking.

Day 04: Visit to Everest View Hotel for panorama views and return to Monjo.

Day 05: Trek to Lukla, easy walking.

Day 06: Fly back to Kathmandu, only 35 minutes.

Day 07: Final Departure – Last Day.

How much does the Everest View Trek cost?

The Everest View Trek costs US $350 per person, which is a service. Included are meals, accommodation, permits, and a guide. You should be a minimum of 2 people in a group; if you are a single visitor, the cost will be slightly more. And flight tickets, the Kathmandu Hotel, and porter costs are broken down here. Please choose it.

  • The Kathmandu to Lukla round-trip flight fare is tentatively $400 each.
  • The Kathmandu Hotel costs $40 per room with breakfast.
  • One porter cost $100; all of his expenses are included, such  as salary, food, accommodation, insurance, etc.

When is the best time to visit Everest View Trek?

We always recommend to you that the best time to visit the Everest View Trek is in autumn and spring. It will be a crystal clear sky, very good weather and visibility, and a nice temperature. You will see wonderful views. Monsoon and winter are also possible, but it rains all the time in monsoon, and you can't see good views. Winter is too cold and frozen. But at the time also you can do it.

  • Autumn Season: September to November.
  • Spring Season: March to May.
  • Monsoon Season: June to August.
  • Winter Season: December to February.
Do we need to issue an entry permit for the Everest View Trek?

Yes, of course, you need it because you are visiting within Sagarmatha National Park. Without a National Park permit, you are not allowed to visit the Everest region. And, you must take another rural municipality permit as well. We at Unique Nepal Adventure easily issue it, and the guide will carry it during the trek. After you complete your trek, he gives it to you as a souvenir.

  • Sagarmatha National Park Permit Fee – Nrs. 3,000/-
  • Rural Municipality Entrance fee – Nrs. 3,000/-
Why do we recommend the Everest View Trek?

Who doesn’t have enough time to do the Everest Base Camp Trekking and is thrilled to see the world’s highest mountain? Those can do it in a short time with the Everest View Trek. They can see Mount Everest and the surrounding beautiful peaks properly.

Who is willing to see it but physically too old or a very young child? They can do it like a family trip. It would be wonderful seeing Everest and exploring the Sherpa lifestyle and their culture.

If you are interested in visiting the Everest Panorama Views trek in a short time, feel free to contact us. We share more realistic information with you, make a perfect program, and provide excellent services with a delightful trip.

Itinerary

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Make a plan. 7 days of a perfect itinerary from arrival to departure.

If you choose only trekking for 5 days, perfect. We customize itineraries according to your interests. 

A representative from Unique Nepal Adventure will warmly welcome you at the airport. Then, you will be transferred to your selected hotel by private vehicle. The manager will give a briefing and check your packing list. Stay overnight at a comfortable hotel in Kathmandu.

  • Tourist Standard Hotel
  • 20 Minutes Drive
  • 1300m / 4265ft.

Catch an early morning flight; it's a 15-minute drive from the hotel to the airport. The 35-minute scenic flight offers amazing views. Upon arrival, begin trekking to Phakding.

You will pass many local villages, including Chaurikharka, cross a huge suspension bridge over the Thado Koshi River, and reach the charming village of Ghat. Here, you’ll find stone carvings and the Tibetan Buddhist mantra "Om Mani Padme Hum."

It’s approximately a 4-hour walk from Lukla to Phakding, with a slight descent from Lukla’s altitude. Stay at a nice lodge in Phakding.

  • Nice Lodge
  • 35 Minutes Fly and 4 Hours Walk
  • 2610m / 8563ft.

Today offers a beautiful and adventurous walk. The first couple of hours are easy and gradual until you reach Monjo village, passing through Tok Tok and Benkar villages.

Monjo has a checkpost, as you're trekking within Sagarmatha National Park. You’ll need a national park entry permit and a rural municipality permit, which the guide will manage.

After crossing a suspension bridge near the checkpost, take lunch in Jorsalle (though it’s early, it’s necessary, as there are no tea houses between Jorsalle and Namche).

After lunch, continue on an easy 30-minute path, cross the longest and deepest suspension bridge, known as "Hillary Bridge," and then ascend steeply for 2 to 2.5 hours. This is an excellent training trail for trekkers planning to visit Everest Base Camp, Three Passes, or Gokyo Valley.

You will arrive in Namche Bazaar, the capital of the Khumbu region. Here, you'll find well-managed lodges, trekking shops, a small clinic, and ATMs.

  • Nice Lodge
  • 6 to 7 Hours Walking
  • 3440m / 11286ft.

After a hearty breakfast, begin your hike to Everest View Hotel, also known as the Everest Panorama Viewpoint. It’s a challenging ascent from 3440m to 3860m.

From the viewpoint, you'll be treated to stunning views of Mt. Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516m), Ama Dablam (6812m), Thamserku (6623m), Nuptse (7861m), and many other peaks.

Afterward, return to the lodge in Namche for lunch, then continue to Monjo village. This will make the next day’s trek to Lukla easier.

  • Nice Lodge
  • 6 to 7 hours roundly.
  • 3860m / 12664ft.

Today’s trek is easy and gradual. You’ll arrive in Lukla around lunchtime. It’s your final day on the trail, so celebrate with your trekking guide and porters, and consider giving them a tip for sharing happiness. 

  • Nice Lodge
  • 5 Hours Walking
  • 2840m / 9318ft.

Catch an early morning flight back to Kathmandu, offering fantastic views. The flight is only 35 minutes, and once in Kathmandu, you’ll have time to explore or relax. 

  • Tourist Standard Hotel
  • 35 minutes fly and 20 minutes drive
  • 1300m / 4265ft.

A representative from Unique Nepal Adventure will drop you off at the airport by private vehicle. The drive is only 20 minutes. We say, "It’s not goodbye, but see you again." We hope to organize another amazing trip for you in the future. 

  • Finial Departure
  • 20 minutes drive
  • 1300m / 4265ft.

Cost Details

What's Included

  • Airport pickup and drop-off by private vehicle.
  • Two nights in a Kathmandu hotel with continental breakfast. (in option)
  • All meals during the trek (lunch, dinner, and breakfast).
  • Accommodation in comfortable lodges.
  • One English-speaking, government-trained, licensed, well-informed trekking guide.
  • One porter for two people to carry luggage. (option) 
  • All expenses for guide and porters: meals, accommodation, salary, equipment, insurance, transportation (bus/flights), etc.
  • Kathmandu to Lukla & return flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, including airport taxes.
  • Flight ticket for guide.
  • Sagarmatha National Park Entrance Fees.
  • Local Rural Municipality Entrance Fee.
  • TIMS Trekking Information Management System.
  • Government and local area taxes where applicable.
  • Seasonal fruits such as Apples, bananas, etc.
  • Some snacks, such as biscuits, nut bars, etc.
  • First aid kit bag.

What's Excluded

  • Nepalese entry visa fee. You can obtain it easily at the airport.
  • Travel insurance. For emergency evacuation, helicopter rescue, and medical equipment.
  • All kinds of drinks (tea, coffee, mineral water, hot water, Coke, Fanta, beer, spirits, etc.).
  • Snacks (chocolate, biscuits, etc.) & desserts.
  • Hot water, hot shower, heater charge, battery charge, phone calls, and laundry service.
  • Hire equipment and other personal items (sleeping bag, down jacket, hiking boots, camera, toilet rolls, etc.).
  • In case of natural calamities, i.e., political unrest, cancellation of flights due to weather, landslides, etc., the extra charge will be borne by them.
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Tips for a guide and porters.

Good to Know

Packing List for Normal Hiking and Trekking:

You should prepare the listed things for normal trekking and hiking. It makes a successful and joyful trip.

Base Layer (innerwear)

  • 2–3 moisture-wicking t-shirts (quick-dry, not cotton)
  • 1–2 long-sleeve thermal tops
  • 2–3 pairs of trekking/thermal underwear

Mid Layer (warmth)

  • 1–2 fleece jackets or pullovers
  • 1 lightweight down jacket or synthetic insulated jacket

Outer Layer (protection)

  • 1 waterproof/windproof jacket (Gore-Tex or similar)
  • 1 waterproof trekking pants

Trekking Pants & Shorts

  • 2 pairs of trekking pants (lightweight, quick-dry)
  • 1 pair of trekking shorts (for warm days, optional)

Accessories

  • 3–4 pairs of trekking socks (wool or synthetic)
  • 1–2 pairs of liner socks (optional, helps prevent blisters)
  • 1 warm hat/beanie
  • 1 sun hat or cap
  • 1 pair of gloves (light fleece or wool)
  • 1 pair of warm/waterproof gloves (if trekking in cold areas)
  • Buff or neck gaiter (useful for dust, cold, or sun protection)
  • 2 liters of water bottle.
  • Trekking poles. 

Footwear

  • 1 pair of sturdy trekking boots (broken in, waterproof preferred)
  • 1 pair of lightweight camp shoes or sandals (for evenings/rest)

Extra (for colder adventure treks)

  • Down jacket (if high altitude or cold season)
  • Extra thermal bottoms
  • Warm sleeping bag
  • Gaiters (for snow or muddy trails, optional)

Personal Belongings

  • Wallet and Money
  • Passport, passport-size photos
  • Mobile phone, camera, power bank, and charger.
  • Toiletries.

Carry Your Essential Medications

If you take regular medication, be sure to bring it with you or buy it in Kathmandu. Mountain regions often lack proper healthcare facilities, and local clinics may not have what you need. While we provide a basic first aid kit for common issues like headaches or fever, it won’t cover personal medical needs.

Client Reviews

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  • Chris Shank
    Chris ShankCanada,November 08, 2023
    TripAdvisor

    An Excellent Guide for High Altitude Trekking in Nepal

    We did the Three Passes trek with Jay Gurung (Unique Nepal Adventure Treks & Expedition) in October 2023. Overall, it was a great experience. Trip planning was done smoothly over WhatsApp, with Jay always willing to tailor the trip to our needs and expectations. Jay himself is always cheerful and encouraging. He is more than happy to pass on his extensive knowledge of the mountains and of Nepali culture—one can learn a lot from him. I would hope to use Jay as a guide for any of my future Nepal trekking trips.

     

  • Louise & Kim Poole
    Louise & Kim PooleCanada,November 06, 2023
    TripAdvisor

    Khumbu 3 passes trek with Jay

    This was our second trek with Jay, the first was the Annapurna circuit in 2019, and this time we did the Khumbu 3 passes trek, for a total of 20 days and 225km. Jay made all the arrangements for transportation and hotels. He is a very experienced guide who knows the country, the people, and their customs very well. We were well supported on our trip and had a lot of fun with Jay and our porter, Tesman. Jay is full of stories of his treks; he plays a mean game of Wizard and was always there to greet us in the morning with coffee and tea. We would highly recommend Jay for your trekking experience. He is pleasant and thoughtful, and we had a great trip.

     

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