TENGBOCHE MONASTERY & SHERPA VILLAGES TREK

A Makalu Adventure staff member will greet you at Kathmandu airport. We will then take you to your hotel. Makalu Adventure owns the Thamel Eco Resort. It's a comfortable hotel in the busy Thamel area. After some morning prep, we will ride an air-conditioned bus to Ramechhap. From there, you will fly to Lukla. This flight is your entry to the Khumbu region. Most Lukla flights now leave from Ramechhap due to crowds.

You will trek to Namche Bazaar over two days. This busy Sherpa town is where you will stay for two nights. This helps your body adjust to the height. We will also see sights like the Namche Monastery. You can visit the Everest Viewpoint and the Sherpa Museum. From Namche, we leave the main Everest path. We will then explore old Sherpa villages. These are Khunde and Khumjung. In Khunde, you can see the Sir Edmund Hillary hospital. Khumjung has the Hillary School and Visitor Center. We will sleep that night in Kyangjuma. This small village offers amazing views. You will see Ama Dablam and other big Himalayan peaks.

The path to Tengboche follows the high Dhudh Koshi River. It then goes down to Phunki Tenga. Next, it climbs up to Tengboche. You will stay two nights in Tengboche. This gives you time to visit the beautiful monastery. You can also join a Puja service. A hike to Pangboche village is planned. Pangboche sits below Mt. Ama Dablam. This peak is called the Matterhorn of the Himalaya. It is a favorite for skilled climbers. The small monastery in Pangboche holds old items. One is said to be a Yeti's skull. You can decide if you believe it.

The walk back to Lukla takes three days. We will stop in Namche Bazaar. You can enjoy coffee, lunch, and buy souvenirs. Back in Kathmandu, you will have a day for sightseeing. A guide will show you the sights. Then, you will depart.

Itinerary

  • 1

    Arrival in Kathmandu

    Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport Transfer to your hotel Afternoon: Explore Thamel, a vibrant tourist area with shops and restaurants Evening: Pre-trek briefing and gear check

  • 2

    Kathmandu Sightseeing

    Visit Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) Explore Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest stupas in Nepal Visit Pashupatinath Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site Evening: Last-minute shopping or resting before the trek

  • 3

    Fly to Lukla & Trek to Phakding

    Early morning flight to Lukla (2,840m) Begin trek to Phakding (2,610m) – approx. 3 hours Overnight in a teahouse in Phakding Evening: Enjoy local cuisine and acclimatize

  • 4

    Trek to Namche Bazaar

    Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) – approx. 6 hours Cross suspension bridges and pass through small villages Arrive in Namche, the main trading hub of the Khumbu region Overnight in a teahouse

  • 5

    Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar

    Morning: Hike to the Everest View Hotel for panoramic views Optional visit to the Sherpa museum or explore local shops Afternoon: Relax and recharge for upcoming trek

  • 6

    Trek to Tengboche

    Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,867m) – approx. 5-6 hours Visit the famous Tengboche Monastery, the largest in the Khumbu region Explore the monastery and its surroundings Overnight in a teahouse

  • 7

    Visit Khumjung Village and Return to Tengboche

    Morning: Hike to Khumjung (3,790m) – approx. 2 hours Visit the Khumjung Monastery and the Yeti scalp (a local legend) Afternoon: Return to Tengboche – approx. 2 hours Evening: Enjoy the sunset over the mountains Overnight at Tengboche

  • 8

    Trek to Dingboche

    Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m) – approx. 5-6 hours Enjoy views of Ama Dablam and other peaks along the way Overnight in a teahouse

  • 9

    Acclimatization Day in Dingboche

    Morning: Hike to Nagarjun Hill for stunning views of Makalu and Lhotse Afternoon: Explore Dingboche village and relax Overnight in a teahouse

  • 10

    Trek to Lobuche

    Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4,940m) – approx. 5-6 hours Pass through memorials for climbers who lost their lives on Everest Overnight in a teahouse

  • 11

    Trek to Gorekshep & Everest Base Camp

    Early morning trek to Gorekshep (5,164m) – approx. 3 hours Drop off your bags and continue to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) – approx. 2 hours Spend time at Base Camp and enjoy the views of Khumbu Icefall Return to Gorekshep for overnight stay

  • 12

    Hike up to Kala Patthar & Return to Pheriche

    Early morning hike to Kala Patthar (5,545m) for sunrise views of Everest Return back to Gorekshep for breakfast Trek down to Pheriche (4,371m) – approx. 6 hours Overnight in a teahouse

  • 13

    Return Trek to Namche Bazaar

    Trek from Pheriche back to Namche Bazaar – approx. 6-7 hours Enjoy the scenic descent through beautiful landscapes Overnight in a teahouse in Namche Bazaar

  • 14

    Return to Lukla & Flight to Kathmandu

    Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla – approx. 6 hours Catch a flight back to Kathmandu Evening: Farewell dinner in Thamel Overnight in a hotel in Kathmandu

  • 15

    Departure from Kathmandu

    Free day for shopping or exploring Transfer to the airport for your departure flight

Services

Cost Includes

    • Domestic flight tickets from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu
    • Italian, Chinese, Nepali, Indian, and other European foods are available three times a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
    • Accommodation in tea houses according to the itinerary
    • Kitbag for storing your belongings
    • Sleeping bag for a comfortable night's sleep on a trek in minus-25 degrees
    • Everest National Park Entrance Trekking Permit
    • Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit
    • Experienced English-speaking, Government-licensed trekking guide
    • One porter for every two to three participants.
    • Guide, and Porter meals, accommodation, salary, and insurance
    • Necessary paperwork, all government, and local taxes
    • A certificate of appreciation from Nepal Wilderness Trekking after a successful trek

Cost Excludes

    • Airfare for international flights
    • Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Nepal, entry visa fees vary by duration 
    • Accommodations and meals in Kathmandu before and after our journey
    • Personal equipment for high and cold temperatures
    • Emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation covered by travel insurance
    • All beverages, Soft and caffeinated table drinks such as Coke, beer,
    • Drinking water/mineral water, Dessert, etc. Hot shower, laundry
    • Tip for guide and porter
    • Excluded are all costs and expenses not listed under "cost includes"
    • Inclusion of costs or delays beyond the control of the management, such as landslides, weather conditions, itinerary modifications due to safety concerns, illness, changes in government policies, strikes, etc.

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