The Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek offers a less crowded and more authentic experience, as it follows the traditional route taken by early Everest expeditions.
The Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek offers a less-crowded and more authentic experience, following the traditional route taken by early Everest expeditions. You will pass through charming villages, terraced farmland, and lush forests, immersing yourself in the local culture and natural beauty.
The trek showcases diverse landscapes, from lowland forests to high alpine regions. You will encounter picturesque valleys, raging rivers, and breathtaking mountain vistas. The varied terrain adds excitement and visual appeal, providing a glimpse of Nepal’s stunning natural diversity.
The Jiri route allows for gradual acclimatization, helping trekkers adapt to the increasing altitude before reaching Everest Base Camp. This reduces the risk of altitude sickness and enhances overall safety and enjoyment. The extra time on the trail increases your chances of a successful and rewarding journey.
Regarded as the classic Everest Base Camp Trek route, the Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek is a strenuous and challenging trail to reach Everest. This trek in Nepal is demanding, but it rewards you with adventure and lifetime memories. Start your trip with a drive to Jiri and end it with a scenic mountain flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, which offers beautiful scenery of towering peaks, green hills, and valleys. This trek blends adventure, culture, and nature as you pass through forests, rivers, and inspiring mountain vistas. It is very popular among those looking for an extended stay in the Himalayan countryside and a deeper exposure to the real life and culture of the Sherpa people. Enjoy your trek to Everest Base Camp, where you will be joined by Sherpa team members and learn about their culture along the way.
22 days from Kathmandu arrival to departure. Hover any day for full details.
Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1,345 m). Overnight at hotel.
Pre-trip meeting and sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley. Overnight at hotel.
Drive from Kathmandu to Jiri (187 km) by bus, approximately 8 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek from Jiri to Bhandar (2,200 m), approximately 6 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Sete (2,645 m), approximately 6 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Junbesi (2,675 m), approximately 6 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Nunthala (2,440 m), approximately 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Kharikhola (2,020 m), approximately 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Puiyan (2,700 m), approximately 6 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Phakding (2,646 m), approximately 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,441 m), approximately 5.5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Tengboche Monastery (3,860 m), approximately 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Dingboche (4,350 m), approximately 6 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Lobuche (4,920 m), approximately 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,300 m) and return to Gorak Shep, approximately 8 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Early-morning hike to Kala Patthar (5,555 m), then trek down to Pheriche (4,200 m), approximately 7 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,480 m), approximately 6 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Lukla (2,795 m), approximately 6 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.
Leisure day in Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.
Transfer to the international airport for your final flight departure.
Airport to hotel to airport pickup and drop-off by private car, van, or bus.
Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a two or three-star hotel in Kathmandu (4 nights), breakfast included.
Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private car, van, or bus.
Standard meals (lunch, dinner, and breakfast) and teahouse accommodation during the trek.
A government-licensed English-speaking guide for the trek, the required number of porters (1 porter for every 2 trekkers), and their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, and a general first aid kit.
Sagarmatha National Park Permit, TIMS card, and all other necessary permits.
Flight fare from Lukla to Kathmandu, including airport departure taxes at Kathmandu and Lukla.
Surface transfer from Kathmandu to Jiri.
Down jacket, duffel or kit bag, and sleeping bag (to be returned after the trek).
All applicable government taxes.
Tourist service charge and VAT.
Lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu.
Travel insurance (compulsory).
Nepal entry visa fee.
Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, laundry, and hot showers.
Personal trekking equipment.
Tips for trekking staff and driver.
Sightseeing and monument entrance fees.
Any other expenses not mentioned in the Price Includes section.
Dear guest, should you require additional accommodation in Kathmandu, we are pleased to offer the following rates: US$60 per person per night for a single room and US$35 per person per night for a double (twin sharing) room, both inclusive of breakfast.
Three reasons this trek stays with you long after the plane home.
Witness not only towering mountains but also alpine lakes, glacial plains, frothy rivers, and valleys covered in pink blossoms, depending on the season.
Start the trek with a road transfer to Jiri and end it with a scenic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu that offers thrilling glimpses of the Himalayan range, green rolling hills, and valleys.
You will be accompanied by an experienced guide who offers both support and knowledge about the places and villages you visit.
A few things worth knowing before you commit. No sugar-coating, no surprises on day one.
This is a strenuous trek that involves 6 to 8 hours of hiking per day. An excellent level of fitness and mental preparation is required.
Lodges along the trek may charge extra for camera and phone battery recharging, and hot water may not be available at all times.
There is a genuine risk of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) on this trip, as it includes one or more overnight stays above 4,500 m.
Travelers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
The full kit that's built from years on the trail. Skip it at your own risk, bring it and you'll never think about it again.
Duffel bag ( Company provide complementary)
Daypack
Down Jacket and Sleeping bag 4 season ( if you need nice and clean down jacket and sleeping bag company provide which needs to be returned after the trek)
Hiking pants
Waterproof jacket
Full, sleeves shirt
Jumper or pile jacket
T, shirts
Trekking boots (Water proof)
Camp shoes/Sandal
wool socks
Light cotton socks for under wool socks( take quite several pairs of these too. Better to carry some extra weight rather than spend the whole time washing socks)
Sun hat
Beanie
Gloves
Sun block for lips
Sun lotion
Goggles or sunglasses ( with spare )
Thermal Long underwear (take quite a few pairs. Although the weather may be cold one tends to sweat a lot)
windproof pants
Water bottle
Sewing kit
Medical & first aid kit
Flash light ( with spare batteries)
Personal towel
Personal toiletries and medication which should be labelled Please.
Tight fitting, figure-hugging clothing, such as those made with Lycra can often be offensive to locals, especially on women. If you find these items comfortable as a base layer then please pack something to wear over the top of them.
Real reviews from real trekkers who have walked this exact route. No curation, no edits.
