Everest Circuit Trekking is one of the most adventurous treks in the Everest Himalayas. It follows the route via high pass of Cho La at 5330meters into the Everest Base Camp. A unique trekking that goes through Lukla, Namche bazaar and all the way to Gokyo, Chola Pass, Kalapattar and Everest Base Camp.
Everest Circuit Trekking Leading you to the home of the legendary Sherpa people, based at the foothills of the highest peak in the world, Mt. Everest at 8848 meters. This trek follows the highly praised trekking route through the Dudh Koshi to its source the Gokyo Lake that is to the west of the Everest Base Camp, which is amazing lake in Everest circuit trekking, giving you the benefit to summit Gokyo Peak (5483 meters) offering a fantastic panoramic view of Cho Oyo, Everest and Makalu.
As we cross the Cho-La pass and return back to Lukla following the route through Everest Base Camp, Kalapattar down to Tengboche monastery, Khumjung village, Namche Bazar and Lukla. Enjoy the breathtaking views of Everest including several other similar peaks and explore the Buddhists monasteries located at the world's highest elevation. The best time for Everest circuit trekking, is beginning of March to end of May and beginning of September to end of December. You can choose the details of itinerary of Everest circuit trekking and make it as per your desire and holidays.
Facts of Everest Circuit Trekking
| Trekking Destination: |
Kalapathar - Everest Base Camp |
| Minimum altitude: |
2850m. |
| Maximum altitude: |
5545m. |
| Season: |
September to late December and February to late June. |
| Transportation: |
Aero plane |
| Total Days: |
15 Days (Kathmandu - Kathmandu) |
| Walking Hour: |
Approximately 6 - 7 hours each day. |
| Highlights: |
Explore Sherpa museum in Namche Bazar, Panoramic view from Syanbu-che , Tyangboche Monastery. |
Everest Circuit Trekking Day to Day Itinerary
| Days |
Activities |
| 01. |
Fly to Lukla (2804 meters) trek to Phakding (2610 meters) 3 hours. |
| 02. |
Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters) 6 hours. |
| 03. |
Namche Bazaar Acclimatization day. |
| 04. |
Trek to Phorste Thanga (3680 meters) 5 hours. |
| 05. |
Trek to Machherma (4470 meters). 5 hours. |
| 06. |
Trek to Gokyo (4790 meters) 6 hours. |
| 07. |
Trek to Gokyo Ri (5483 meters) and then Back to Gokyo. 5 hours. |
| 08. |
Trek to Thangna (4500 meters) 4 hours. |
| 09. |
Cross Cho La pass (5300 meters) trek to Dzongla (4710 meters) 7 hours. |
| 10. |
Trek to Lobuche (4910 meters). 4 hours. |
| 11. |
Trek to Everest Base Camp (5365 meters) then back to Gorak Shep. 7 hours. |
| 12. |
Hike up to Kalapattar (5555 meters) early in the morning then trek down to Periche (4200 meters). 7 hours. |
| 13. |
Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters) 6 hours. |
| 14. |
Trek to Lukla (2804 meters) 6 hours. |
| 15. |
Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu in the morning. |
Cost Detail
To quote you with an exact or approximate price, we need the number of persons in your group, the category of hotel, the mode of transportation (by plane or by bus or by jeep etc) & any alternation in your itinerary. Please contact us with these important details first so that we can get back to you on the cost.
Everest Circuit Trekking Cost Include
- Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car / van / bus.
- Standard accommodation at hotel in Kathmandu.
- Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private car / van / bus according your trip.
- All your standard Meals during the trek.
- Best available Guesthouses accommodation during the trek.
- Local Sherpa licensed English speaking Guide. We have some other languages guide as your require.
- The required number of local staff and Porters to carry your luggage during the trek.
- Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff.
- Everest National Park permits.
- Down Jacket, duffel/kit bag and sleeping bag by Outshine Adventure Trekking.
- Airfare from Kathmandu – Lukla - Kathmandu including airport departure tax in Kathmandu and Lukla airport.
- Surface transfer from and to Kathmandu.
- All our government taxes.
Everest Circuit Trekking Cost Exclude
- Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu.
- Your travel insurance.
- International airfare and airport departure tax.
- Nepal entry visa fee (US$ 30 per person) you obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Airport Kathmandu with 2 passport size photos.
- Alcoholic, cold and hot drinks, laundry.
- Personal trekking Equipments.
- Tips for trekking staff and driver--Tipping is expected.
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section.
Departure Dates
Departure dates and itinerary arrangements can be custom-tailored to your needs, so please contact us with your inquiries regarding your tour departure date.
