Everest View Trek- The short alternative trip to Everest Base Camp Trek

Everest View Trek, also known as Everest Panorama Trek is relatively short and less challenging trip in the Khumbu region. Unlike, Everest Base Camp Trekking- The trail route to Everest view trek is relatively easy; suitable for moderate fitness level trekkers.

This package allows you to experience the remarkable blend of Everest Himalayan close up view and Sherpa cultural customs. Tengboche Monastery is the final stops of this trekking, which lies in low elevation than the Everest Base Camp. Though, Everest view trekking is short, the offerings of the trek is awe-inspiring with amazing mountain visits and unique landscapes.

If time and budget are your major trekking barrier, then this short Everest region trek is the best option for you. In limited time, you will be able to savor all the highlights of Khumbu region. It is possible to conduct Everest view trek throughout the year, however the best time for trekking are during spring and autumn. During this season, Khumbu region is decorated at its finest.

Everest View Trekking Itinerary

Start your 7 days Everest view trek with scenic mountain flight to Lukla from Kathmandu. From Lukla, trek to Phakding along the Dudh Koshi River. Continue trekking to Namche Bazaar where you take an acclimatization halt. Namche is the heartland of Khumbu region. There you will explore Sagarmatha National Park and the unique culture of the Sherpa community. Next day, trail comprises, 5-6 hours trekking to Tengboche where you will be exploring Tengboche monastery and enjoying the best view of Ama-Dblam, Lhotse and Everest itself.

The trail descends back following the route to Monjo. The trail follows the steep section of Bhote Koshi River and heads towards Monjo, where you will enjoy unique culture of Sherpa community. Next day, we conclude our trek, trekking back to Lukla for 6 hours.

Everest View Trekking Route Snap Shot view

Day01: Kathmandu – Lukla (2,860m) – Phakding (2,600m) – 30 minutes flight/ 5 hours trek

Day02: Phakding – Namche Bazaar (3,440m/5-6 hours trek)

Day03: Namche Bazaar – Tengboche (3,860m/5-6 hours trek)

Day04: Tengboche - Monjo (3,340m/7 hours trek)

Day05: Monjo – Lukla (2,860m/6 hours trek)