Nepal, a country surrounded by the highest mountains in the world of course is famous for Mt Everest and its trekking trails! Trekking through the Everest Region has long been popular amongst mountaineers from around the globe. Having a good number of trekking routes the 5 best Everest trekking packages in Nepal are; the Everest Base Camp Trek, the Three Pass EBC Trek, the Luxury Everest View Trek, the Everest View Trek, and the Gokyo Lake Trek. These 5 best Everest trekking packages in Nepal are all filled with adventure and incredible Himalayan views of the highest mountains in the world! Most of them have as their main highlight a visit to Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,598ft) located at the famous Khumbu Glacier, the highest ice glacier in Nepal. While the Gokyo Lake Trek focuses on a visit to the Gokyo Valley via the Ngozumpa glacier the largest in Nepal and its 19 lakes this trek in the western Everest region is said to be one of the most scenic treks. The Three Pass EBC Trek is then a complete package trekking around the Everest region and crossing three high-altitude passes! As for the two Everest view treks they focus on views of Mt Everest and provide a short trekking experience. Choosing a trek best suited to you depends on several things such as duration, difficulty, and what you expect to achieve during the trek. So to make your choice easier a short description of all 5 best treks to see Mt Everest according to Royal Himalayan Holidays will be given below.
- The Everest Base Camp Trek
- The Gokyo Lake Trek
- The Three Pass EBC Trek
- The Everest View Trek
- The Luxury Everest View Trek
The Everest Base Camp Trek
Known as the most famous trek in all of Nepal, the Everest Base Camp trek of 17 days is one of Royal Himalayan Holidays’ most favorite treks. Trekking from Lukla to Everest Base Camp and back allows you to head closer and closer to Mt Everest while visiting local Sherpa villages. This trek is considered moderate and holds 2 acclimatization days to get used to the high altitude and to prevent AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). While Royal Himalayan Holidays’ Everest Base Camp trek can be done by novice trekkers it requires a lot of stamina and endurance. Interestingly the trek starts through lush forests and jungles and as you reach higher and further the terrain transfers into barren Himalayan wastelands filled with tundra trails and giant mountain peaks.
The itinerary:
Day 01: Kathmandu arrival
Day 02: Trek briefing + Kathmandu sightseeing
Day 03: Flight to Lukla + trek to Phakding (2,610m/8,563ft)
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft)
Day 05: Trek to Khumjung (3,786m/12,421ft)
Day 06: Khumjung acclimatization day
Day 07: Trek to Phortse (3,867m/12,687ft)
Day 08: Trek to Dingboche (4,450m/14,5910ft)
Day 09: Dingboche acclimatization day
Day 10: Trek to Lobuche (4,910m/16,109ft)
Day 11: Trek to Gorakshep (5,170m/16,962ft) + visit Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,598ft)
Day 12: Kala Patthar (5,545m/18,192ft) sunrise view + trek to Pheriche (4,250m/13,944ft)
Day 13: Trek to Tengboche (3,867m/12,687ft)
Day 14: Trek to Monjo (2,835m/9.301ft)
Day 15: Trek back to Lukla (2,850m/9,350ft)
Day 17: Flight to Kathmandu
Day 16: Relax day in Kathmandu
Day 17: Departure
This 17-day itinerary of the Everest Base Camp organized by Royal Himalayan Holidays is a standard format and can be made shorter or longer as per your own choice. Helicopter rides are available in this region and you can skip a great number of days by either opting for a ride to EBC or back to Lukla. In addition, many other trekking routes cross with the traditional Everest Base Camp trekking trail and you can prolong your stay by exploring some of these to further your experience!
What can you expect during the Everest Base Camp Trek of 17 days?
The Everest Base Camp trek of 17 days takes place in the Everest region of Nepal where most of the inhabitants belong to the world-famous Sherpa people. Trekking through the region and following the Everest Base Camp trail you’ll be passing by many Sherpa villages with the biggest being Namche Bazaar. During the trek, you’ll be able to see their unique traditions and culture up close as well as enjoy the incredible views of Mt Everest and the Himalayas! Trekking through these stunning landscapes and reaching closer and closer to Mt Everest is the ultimate goal and while the view of Everest is not so clear from Base Camp itself, a short hike up to Kala Patthar 5,545m/18,192ft quickly remedies that. It is common to after visiting Everest Base Camp the next morning hike up this hill to view a spectacular sunrise view with Mt Everest in the backdrop! Royal Himalayan Holidays promises that you can expect to see incredible mountain views, have an adventure trekking on Himalayan trails, and see the Sherpa culture up-close during the Everest Base Camp trek of 17 days.
What is the recommended season for the Everest Base Camp Trek?
The best recommended seasons to do the Everest Base Camp trek are during the high seasons of either fall/autumn or spring. During these seasons the views are most visible and the weather is clear. While the fall/autumn season is a lot colder and has high chances of snowfalls the spring season has more animal activity as well as more flora, so it depends on your own preferences. During the monsoon season (June to the end of August) it’ll be impossible to do this trek.
The Gokyo Lake Trek
While the Gokyo Lake Trek does not head to Everest Base Camp it still is one of the most scenic treks in the entire Everest region. Instead of heading all the way north, the Gokyo Lake trek splits off from the traditional Everest Base Camp trail after Namche Bazaar and heads west. Inside the Gokyo Valley, there are 19 freshwater lakes and during this trek, you get to explore the biggest of them at 4,790m (15,715ft)! Of course, you can opt to make this trek longer and explore all of them for the best experience in seeing high-altitude freshwater lakes. The main highlights of Royal Himalayan Holidays’ Gokyo Lake trek are passing by the largest glacier in Nepal stretching at a stunning 36km (22.4M,) the Ngozumpa Glacier, a visit to Gokyo Lake, and a hike up to Gokyo Ri (5,360m/17,585ft) from where 360° views of the entire Everest region can be seen as well as a breathtaking sunrise view.
The itinerary:
Day 01: Kathmandu arrival
Day 02: Trek briefing + Kathmandu sightseeing
Day 03: Flight to Lukla + trek to Phakding (2,610m/8,563ft)
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft)
Day 05: Trek to Khumjung (3,786m/12,421ft)
Day 06: Khumjung acclimatization day
Day 07: Trek to Dhole (4,200m/13,779ft)
Day 08: Trek to Machhermo (4,470m/14,665ft)
Day 09: Trek to Gokyo (4,790m/15,715ft)
Day 10: Gokyo Ri (5,360m/17,585ft) Sunrise View + trek to Dhole (4,200m/13,779ft)
Day 11: Trek back to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft)
Day 12: Trek back to Lukla (2,850m/9,350ft)
Day 13: Flight to Kathmandu
Day 14: Relax day in Kathmandu
Day 15: Departure
This 15-day itinerary is a standard format and of course, you can make this one longer, as the Gokyo Lake Trek crosses other routes in the Everest region such as the challenging Three Pass EBC trek or the Gokyo Lake EBC via Cho La Pass trek which will be described further down as the last of the 5 best treks to see Mt Everest.
What can you expect during the Gokyo Lake Trek of 15 days?
The Gokyo Lake trek is filled with nature and culture, Trek through Sherpa settlements and witness their unique culture and traditions. After leaving Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft) behind the trail heads west towards the Dudh Khosi River. Here more Himalayan fauna and flora can be seen as the river feeds the entire valley with life! You can expect to see incredible mountain views from the top of Gokyo Ri 5,360m/17,585ft such as; the Mahalangur Himalayan range along with Mt. Everest (8,848m/29,028ft), Mt Lhotse (8,516m/27,940ft), Mt Cho Oyu (8,188m/26,864ft), and Mt Makalu (8,485m/27,838ft)! Of course, there are more mountains to be seen from here. Exploring Gokyo Lake is quite extraordinary as this world’s highest freshwater lake is filled with wonder and is a religious site for both Hindus and Buddhists. The trek itself is moderate with lots of ups and downs, and while the trails are properly maintained you can expect some struggle heading to Gokyo Lake, but not to worry as at every turn incredible and stunning views await of the Nepalese Himalayas!
What is the recommended season for the Gokyo Lake Trek?
Similar to the Everest Base Camp trek it is recommended to trek to Gokyo Lake either during the fall/autumn or spring season. For those who can handle colder weather the fall/autumn season (Sep-Dec) would be ideal, while the weather can get freezing temperatures at night the days are clear and the skies are blue. During the spring season, it’s a bit warmer and more comfortable. If you don’t like crowded trails then trekking during the summer just before the monsoon season can also be recommended, but during the winter season, the trails can get unpassable resulting in a cancelation during the trek and heading back to Lukla.
The Three Pass EBC Trek
Third up on the list of the 5 best treks to see Mt Everest the Three Pass EBC Trek. Royal Himalayan Holidays combines the Gokyo Lake and the Everest Base Camp treks in one stunning route! This amazing 24-day trek in the Everest region offers some of the best views and highlights of the entire area. First on the list is a visit to the Sherpa city of Namche Bazaar here similar to the other treks an acclimatization day will be held, letting you explore everything this cultural settlement has to offer. Second, on the list is crossing the Kongma La Mountain Pass the first of three at 5,545m (18,192ft). Another one of the main highlights is a visit to Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,598ft). From there you can see the highest glacier in Nepal, the Khumbu Glacier. The next morning a sunrise hike up to Kala Patthar lets you enjoy amazing views of the Himalayas. The trek continues on towards the Cho-La Pass the second mountain pass at 5,420m (17,782ft). This leads you westwards to the Gokyo Valley. The views from Cho-La are incredible and of course another highlight during the Three Pass EBC trek. Heading into the Gokyo Valley the trail heads to Gokyo Lake, a religious and stunning high-altitude freshwater lake in the western part of the Everest region. After exploring a hike up to Gokyo Ri (5,360m/17,585ft) offers scenic views of mountain peaks and the surrounding landscapes. Having trekked from east to west across the Everest region we make our way back to Namche Bazaar to close the circle. To reach here we need to cross the third pass of the Three Pass EBC trek. The Renjo La Pass at 5,345m (17,536ft) will be the final challenge to complete the trek. Basically to shorten it out the Three Pass EBC Trek organized by Royal Himalayan Holidays offers a full experience of the Everest region and the Himalayas!
The itinerary:
Day 1: Kathmandu arrival
Day 2: Trek briefing + Kathmandu sightseeing
Day 3: Flight to Lukla + trek to Phakding (2,610m/8,563ft)
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft)
Day 5: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
Day 6: Trek to Phortse (3,867m/12,687ft)
Day 7: Trek to Dingboche (4,450m/14,5910ft)
Day 8: Dingboche acclimatization day
Day 9: Trek to Chukhung (4730m/15,518ft)
Day 10: Acclimatization trek to Chukung-Ri (5,550m/18,209ft)
Day 11: Cross the Kongma la (5,545m/18,192ft) to Lobuche (4,910m/16,109ft)
Day 12: Trek to Gorakshep (5,170m/16,962ft) + visit Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,598ft)
Day 13: Kala Patthar (5,545m/18,192ft) sunrise view + trek to Lobuche (4,910m/16,109ft)
Day 14: Trek to Dzonghla (4,830m/15,847ft)
Day 15: Cho La (5,420m/17,782ft) to Tangnak (4,700m/15,420ft)
Day 16: Trek to Gokyo (5,375m/17,635ft)
Day 17: Gokyo Ri (5,360m/17,585ft)
Day 18: Renjo La (5,345m/ 17,536ft) to Lumde (4,350m/14,272ft)
Day 19: Trek to Thame (3,700m/12,139ft)
Day 20: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft)
Day 21: Trek back to Lukla (2,850m/9,350ft)
Day 22: Flight to Kathmandu
Day 23: Relax day in Kathmandu
Day 24: Departure
As the Three Pass EBC Trek can be done in 24 days, there are of course options to make this trek longer or shorter. This amazing trek around the Everest region is best done during either spring or fall/autumn. Royal Himalayan Holidays promises the full Himalayan experience during the Three Pass EBC trek and does recommend undergoing stamina and fitness training prior to your arrival in Nepal!
What can you expect during the Three Pass EBC Trek of 24 days?
As the Three Pass EBC Trek combines a large part of the Gokyo Lake and Everest Base Camp treks, it’s fair to say that you can expect pretty much the same of both in one ultimate trek. On top of that, you’ll be crossing three high-altitude mountain passes as well. The views if you go during spring or fall/autumn are absolutely amazing! Furthermore, you’ll be staying in traditional tea houses where the local Sherpas can show you their hospitality! You can expect the following during the Three Pass EBC trek of 24 days with Royal Himalayan Holidays. The best Himalayan experience, Sherpa culture, visit monasteries and stupas, visit Everest Base Camp (EBC), see two sunrise views from Kala Patthar and Gokyo Ri, explore Gokyo Lake, and cross the three mountain passes!
What is the recommended season for the Three Pass EBC Trek of 24 days?
Autumn or spring are the best times for doing the Three Pass EBC Trek in Nepal. Similar to all of the best 5 treks to Mt Everest. During these seasons the weather is clear and not too cold. Make sure not to go during the winter or monsoon season as the mountain pass will be inaccessible due to rain or frost!
The Everest View Trek
The best way to see Mt Everest up-close in combo with the shortest amount of trekking. The Everest View Trek is the best short trek in Nepal to see Mt Everest from a reasonable distance! Royal Himalayan Holidays takes you on a 10-day trekking package to see the highest mountain in the world. With 5 days of actual trekking, you’ll be able to head up to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft) and back to Lukla (2,860m/9,380ft), the starting point of the Everest View Trek. During your stay at Namche Bazaar, you’ll enjoy a day hike to Syanboche and the famous Everest View Hotel (3,967m/13,011ft). This is where it gets real! Enjoying breakfast with incredible views of Mt Everest and its neighboring peaks in the backdrop makes the trip almost complete. To do that we’ll hike further to Khumjung, where at the monastery it is said you can see a real Yeti skull! Having seen Mt Everest up close and getting to witness the Sherpa culture it’s time to head back towards Kathmandu. Go on the best short trek in Nepal to see Mt Everest up-close and book with Royal Himalayan Holidays for this incredible Everest View Trek of 10 days.
The itinerary:
Day 01: Kathmandu arrival
Day 02: Trek briefing + Kathmandu sightseeing
Day 03: Flight to Lukla + trek to Phakding (2,610m/8,563ft)
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft)
Day 05: Hike to Everest View Hotel (3,967m/13,011ft) + visit the Khumjung monastery
Day 06: Trek to Monjo (2,835m/9,298ft)
Day 07: Trek back to Lukla (2,860m/9,380ft)
Day 08: Fly back to Kathmandu
Day 09: Free day in Kathmandu
Day 10: Departure
While this is already a short trek of 10 days with 5 days of actual trekking you can always make the Everest View Trek longer or even shorter. In order to anticipate delays to and from Lukla Airport due to the weather, we do recommend booking a few additional days.
What can you expect during the Everest View Trek of 10 days?
During the Everest View trek of 10 days you’ll be able to experience trekking in the Everest region, visiting iconic Sherpa villages such as Namche Bazaar and Khumjung, and of course, see amazing views of Mt Everest itself. Furthermore, this short trek in Nepal is a family-friendly trek and a great bonding experience! You can see some of the highest mountains in the world within just 5 days of trekking. These include; Mt Everest (8,848m/29,028ft), Mt Nupse (7,861m/25,791ft), and Mt Lhotse (8,516m/27,940ft)!
What is the recommended season for the Everest View Trek of 10 days?
The recommended seasons for the Everest View trek are similar to the other 4 best treks to see Mt Everest and are the spring and fall/autumn seasons. While the fall/autumn season can get cold at night the day temperatures are just right and in combo, with clear blue skies, you are bound to see some of the best views of Mt Everest! Spring is when everything starts to bloom, which can make your trek, especially in the lower elevation quite beautiful and natural. Furthermore, during spring, the weather will be nice and warm with cooling temperatures at the higher elevations. Book the Everest View trek of 10 days with Royal Himalayan Holidays and choose for either the spring or fall/autumn seasons to get the best Himalayan experience!
The Luxury Everest View Trek
Royal Himalayan Holidays puts a twist on the traditional Everest View trek and organizes the Luxury Everest View trek of 11 days. Similar to its originator the Luxury Everest View trek focuses on those incredible views of Mt Everest. During this trek, however, you’ll be overnighting at the famous Everest View Hotel (3,967m/13,011ft). From here some of the best views of Mt Everest (8,848m/29,028ft), Mt Nupse (7,861m/25,791ft), and Mt Lhotse (8,516m/27,940ft) can be seen. Just imagine being up high in the Himalayas and waking up to see Mt Everest in all its glory from your bedroom window! The Luxury Everest View trek goes further as Royal Himalayan Holidays takes you to the Tengboche Monastery as well at 3,867m (12,687ft). At this Buddhist Monastery, you get to see not only incredible Himalayan views but also explore the largest Buddhist monastery in the entire Everest region. Trek and stay in one of the most expensive hotels in the Everest region with Royal Himalayan Holidays’ Luxury Everest View trek.
The itinerary:
Day 01: Kathmandu arrival
Day 02: Trek briefing + Kathmandu sightseeing
Day 03: Flight to Lukla + trek to Phakding (2,610m/8,563ft)
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft)
Day 05: Trek to the Everest View Hotel (3,967m/13,011ft) + visit the Khumjung monastery
Day 06: Trek to Tengboche (3,867m/12,687ft)
Day 07: Trek to Monjo (2,835m/9,298ft)
Day 08: Trek back to Lukla (2,860m/9,380ft)
Day 09: Fly back to Kathmandu
Day 10: Free day In Kathmandu
Day 11: Departure
Did you know that while the Luxury Everest View Trek has only 6 days of trekking you can also charter a helicopter to take you near to Everest Base Camp? Furthermore, Royal Himalayan Holidays only book the best available accommodations during the trek.
What can you expect during the Luxury Everest View Trek of 11 days?
Basically, you can expect the same during the Luxury Everest View trek as the original Everest View trek. Only you’ll be staying in the most luxurious resort in the Himalayas, the Everest View Hotel! On top of that, the Luxury Everest View trek goes further and also heads up to Tengboche, home to the Tengboche Monastery, the largest Buddhist monastery in the region. Besides these, you can also expect to see incredible views of; Mt Everest (8,848m/29,028ft), Mt Nupse (7,861m/25,791ft), and Mt Lhotse (8,516m/27,940ft)!
What is the recommended season for the Luxury Everest View Trek of 11 days?
Similar to all treks in the Everest region of Nepal the best recommended season for the Luxury Everest View trek of 11 days is either spring or fall/autumn. During these seasons the views will be clear and the weather perfect for trekking! Royal Himalayan Holidays does recommend booking a few additional days on top of this trekking package, as flights from and to Lukla airport can get delayed due to weather circumstances.
These 5 best treks to see Mt Everest in Nepal are sure to let you experience the Nepalese Himalayas at their best and of course, see some of the highest mountains in the world reaching over 6,000m (19,685ft)! And while there are more treks available in the Everest region of Nepal these 5 are the best ones to explore around the Himalayas and see Mt Everest up close. Make sure to book some extra days as flights from and to Lukla can get delayed due to weather conditions and to further your Nepali experience you can book an extra day for some sightseeing in Kathmandu. Use only government-licensed trekking guides and local porters. Bring a sleeping bag and battery adapters for your camera, and refrain from eating non-veg items further up without consulting your guide first. Make a choice of one of these best 5 treks to see Mt Everest with Royal Himalayan Holidays and get the best Himalayan experience!
