Everest Family Trekking

A scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla takes about 3 and half hours to Trek to Phakding (2640 m.), early morning transfer to the domestic airport for the flight to Lukla. Lukla is a small town with an airport. There are few tea shops, lodges, hotels and general stores. We begin today’s trek from Lukla following a gentle climb up the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi. Nupla (5885m) can be seen in the distance on the opposite bank, is a peak atop the Kongde Ridge. We descend a mountainside path that merges into our route to Everest, with views to a valley to our right; and at its far end, Kusum Kang (6367m.). The Dudh Kosi approaches as we pass a Mani wall and arrive at Ghat teahouse. We continue along a small path with many climbs and descents following the left bank of Dudh Koshi to Phakding. Overnight at guesthouse. 

• Accommodation: Guest House
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
• Place: Phakding
• Maximum Altitude:2640m

Today’s trail starts through a level path along the right bank. Thamserku looms skyward on the opposite bank. We cross a stream and climb the terraced hill from the Dudh Koshi route, to arrive at Benkar. The trail now climbs from the riverbed on the left bank into the mountain, through a forest to Chumoa. We continue along a path with many ups and downs; cross a stream, and pass by the tiny village of Monjo. Now we descend the path of stone steps and return to the right bank. After a short climb we come to Jorsale’s teahouse and hotel, also stop at the National Park entrance counter where the National Park fee is collected. After our departure from Jorsale, we enter a forested mountainside. We follow a short walk along the riverbed of this V-shaped valley where the river forks - the right is the Dudh Koshi and the left is the Bhote Koshi that leads to Nampa La. After a short distance along the Bhote Kosi, we begin the steep ascent to Namche Bazar. As the mountain path zigzags uphill, we will emerge at a ridge top rest area that offers excellent views of Everest (8848m) and Lhotse (8516m.), The climb eases somewhat, and Namche Bazar appears ahead as we travel along the path surrounded by pines. Pass the plateau where the Saturday bazaar is held and enter the village. Namche Bazar (3440m) is surrounded on three sides by mountain ranges and opens out only where it faces the Bhote Koshi. The village is a central hub of the area and food, sundries and even mountain climbing equipment may be purchased here. Overnight at guesthouse. 

• Accommodation: Guest House
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
• Place: Namche Bazaar
• Maximum Altitude:3445m

Namche is tucked away between two ridges amidst the giant peaks of the Khumbu and has an abundance of lodges, tea shops and souvenir shops as well as a magnificent outlook. On this beautiful day, we hike to the world-famous Everest Viewpoint (about 2 hours walk up to the Syangboche (3800m.) where Everest View Hotel is situated above Namche for the outstanding view of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. Time and weather permitting, we can also explore the National Park Centre and Museum just above the Namche Bazaar. This museum exhibits Sherpa culture. Back to the guesthouse by late afternoon and this is about a 5-hour round trip! Overnight at guesthouse.

• Accommodation: Guest House
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
• Place: Namche Bazaar
• Maximum Altitude:3445m

It takes approximately 3 to 4 hours. After breakfast in Namche Bazaar, we descend steeply and then walk along the river bank back to Jorsale where we leave the national park entrance counter before continuing on to our lodge at Monjo where we stay overnight.

• Accommodation: Guest House
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
• Place: Monjo
• Maximum Altitude:2835m

We retrace our steps along the Dudh Koshi, crossing the western bank at Benkar. It is a beautiful and easy walk through blue pine and rhododendron forest, back-dropped with views of Kusum Kangaru. An early lunch will be taken at Phakding and in the afternoon we ascend out of the river valley back to the airstrip where we spend our last night in the mountain at a lodge accommodation at Lukla.

• Accommodation: Lodge
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
• Place: Lukla
• Maximum Altitude:2880m

Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu. We take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu. Upon landing at the domestic airport, we will transfer you to the hotel. Overnight at hotel with breakfast.

• Accommodation: Hotel
• Meals: Breakfast and Bed
• Place: Kathmandu
• Maximum Altitude:1350m

After breakfast, we will drop you off at the international airport for your onward flight, or if you would like to extend your holiday please feel free to let us know, you can extend your holiday by adding 3 days jungle safari in Chitwan national or 4 days wildlife safari in Bardia.

• Accommodation: Noon
• Meals: Noon
• Place: Noon
• Maximum Altitude:Noon