Everest ViewTrek

From Lukla (2,840m) the trail follows the Dudh Koshi river through Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m), where you spend an acclimatization day. A side hike takes you to the Everest View Hotel at 3,880 meters for a panoramic sunrise over the entire Everest massif. From Namche you continue to Khumjung village, home to the Hillary School built by Sir Edmund Hillary in 1961, before descending to Tengboche Monastery (3,860m).

Walking days average 4 to 5 hours, shorter than most Khumbu treks. The trail is well-maintained with teahouses every hour, making it accessible to beginners, families with older children, and trekkers who want Everest views without the physical demand of a base camp attempt. The difficulty is rated Easy, the only Everest region trek at this rating.

Two permits are required: Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit (NPR 3,000) and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit (NPR 3,000). Both included in your trek cost. TIMS cards are no longer required.

If you find the lower Khumbu easy and want to push higher on a future trip, the Everest Base Camp Trek continues the same trail from Tengboche to Gorak Shep and Kala Patthar (5,545m) in 15 days. For the same route with upgraded lodges and a helicopter return, see the Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek. For a moderate alternative that visits the turquoise Gokyo Lakes instead of base camp, the Gokyo Valley Trek reaches 5,360m in 15 days.