Everest & East Nepal Treks - Trekking in Nepal

This is one of the most popular routes in the Nepal Himalaya, commanding the exciting views of Lhotse (8,516m) and Nuptse (7,855m) not to mention the world's highest peak, Mt Everest 8,848m, which is also called Sagarmatha or Chomolangma.

Starting from Lukla, this course goes through Namche Bazaar and visits the gompa in Tengboche. Namche Bazaar is known for its open-air bazaar and as the home town of Sherpas. The gompa in Tengboche is the head monastery of Tibetan Buddhism. You will also see another gompa in Pangboche, which is a town further on, and will observe the religious life of the mountain people. From Lobuche on, you will be trekking in the glacier area and, after visiting the belvedere in Kala Pattar, you will finally reach Mt Everest Base Camp in a remote part of the Khumbu Glacier.

Since you will be trekking in places of high altitude, the risk of getting altitude sickness is very high. The elderly and those who have high blood pressure are advised to be especially cautious. Also, since the flights to Lukla may get cancelled when the weather is bad, it is wise to set your schedule with a little leeway both ways.

(1) Everest Base Camp & Gokyo [21 days]

Start from Lukla: Fly out from Kathmandu.[both way fly].
Cultural: Buddhism [sharps] Buddhist monasteries & Hinduism.
Access Elevation: Kala Pattar - 5545m.
Mountain escape: Mount Everest, Khumbu range, Amadablam, Pumori and Rolwaling range.
Ending point: Lukla

(2) Everest Base Camp [28 days]

Start from: Jiri, full day drive from Kathmandu.
Cultural: Buddhism [Sherpa] Buddhist monasteries & Hinduism.
Access elevation: Kala Pattar - 5545m.
Grade: Moderate & Difficult
Mountain-scape: Number Himal, kwangde. Gaurishankar, Amadablam. Mount Everest, Khumbu range, pumori and Rolwaling range etc.
Ending point: Jiri, drive from Jiri to Kathmandu.
Possibility: Camping & tea house both possible.

(3) Makalu Base Camp [21-28 days]

Start from: Hile, 20 hours bus drive from Kathmandu., or tumlingtar - 45 minutes flying from Kathmandu.
Cultural: Buddhism & Hinduism.
Access elevation: Shersong - 4700m.
Grade: Moderate & difficult.
Mountain-scape: Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Mount Everest & other ranges.
Possibility: Camping only.
Ending point: Taplejung / Hile / Tumlingtar
Note: Trek duration depends on the mode of Transportation.

(4) Kanchenjunga Base Camp [21 - 25 days]

From Taplejung to the Yalung Glacier

This course goes around the eastern flank of Surke Danda on its upper part, then along the Kabeli Khola, runs through the villages of the Rai and Limbu people, and reaches the innermost village in Yamphudin. From there, it follows the Omje Khola, a tributary of the Kabeli Khola, crosses Lamite Bhanjyang Pass of Deorali Danda,, goes up the Simbua Khola that flows from the Yalung Glacier, and reaches Ramze, the final destination.

After Yamphudin, you will be camping in kharkas (pasture) and it is not possible to get food anywhere. It should also be remembered that, from late November on, the Lamite Pass will has snow close to one meter deep. Furthermore, there will be danger of altitude sickness after Tseram (3,890m) and precaution is necessary.

Start from: Hile, 20 hours bus drive from Kathmandu., or tumlingtar 45 minutes flying from kathmandu
Cultural: Buddhism & Hinduism
Access elevation: Lopsang - 5932m.
Grade: Moderate & easy.
Mountain-scape: Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Mount Everest, and other ranges
Possibility: Camping only.
Ending point: Taplejung / Hile / Tumlingtar.
Note: Trek duration depends on the mode of transportation.

(5) Rolwaling Himal

From Dolakha to Tsho Rolpa

Rolwaling Himal is a group of mountains that include Gaurisankar (7,134m) and many other beautiful 6,000ers such as Numbur (6,937m), Chobutse (6,685m), etc. Unlike Chordung peak (3,690m), which is before Gaurisankar and is visited by many trekkers recently, the Rolwaling Khola area, which is the heart of Rolwaling Himal, has much fewer trekkers and maintains the same tranquility as before.

The course that crosses over Tesi Laptsa and connects to Khumbu Himal is well-known. However, it is not a route for everyone since the elevation is very high and a high technique to deal with ice and snow is required.

The round-trip course between Dolakha and Tsho Rolpa is more recommendable.

At present, in order to go further than Congar, you are obligated to obtain a climbing permit for parchamo (6,273m), adjoining Tesi Laptsa. Since the regulations change often, you are advised to confirm them beforehand.

There are no lodging facilities on this course and you need to take camping gear, fuel, and food with you. It is recommend to be accompanied by Sherpas.

(6) Arun Valley [12 - 16 days]

Start from: Hile, 20 hours bus drive from Kathmandu, or Tumlingtar - 45 minutes flying from Kathmandu. Cultural: Buddhism & Hinduism.
Access elevation: Salpa pass 3700m.
Grade: Easy & moderate.
Mountain-scape: Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Mount Everest, Amadablam and Rolwaling ranges
Ending point: Lukla, 35 minutes flight to Kathmandu or Jiri full day bus drive to Kathmandu.

Note: Trek duration depends on the mode of Transportation.


Also consider the far western region of Nepal - plenty of rewards; majestic woods and vegetation, interesting inhabitation and Himalayan scenery but generally not often visited by trekkers. Food and accommodation are often difficult to obtain in this region, so those venturing there must be entirely, self-sufficient. To reach the west of Kaligandaki valley, either take about a 4 hour bus ride from Pokhara to Baglung and trek through Dhorpatan and Dolpo or fly to Jumla or Dunai from Kathmandu, via Nepalgunj.

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