Mt. Everest Expedition-8848.86m (60 Days) Nepal South Side, Full-Board Services - 2026 April-05th - 60 Days

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu & transfer to hotel-1300m/4264ft

Upon your arrival in the Kathmandu airport, you will be greeted by a representative of Himalayan Traverse. You will be then transferred to your hotel. After check in, you will meet your guide as well as other participants and do final preparation for the trip.

Day 02-03: At leisure in Kathmandu

Sightseeing and Everest Expedition Preparation

While the expedition leader attends a formal briefing at the Ministry of Tourism, you will have the chance to explore the vibrant city of Kathmandu. The day includes a guided tour of some of the valley’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhu (Monkey Temple), and Boudhanath Stupa.

This day is also dedicated to completing all official formalities and expedition arrangements. You will receive a briefing on the expedition, team composition, and required equipment. It’s the perfect opportunity for last-minute purchases of personal items before heading to the Himalayas.

In the late afternoon, the leader will check everyone’s gear to ensure nothing essential is missing. You will also meet your fellow expedition members and guides. The day concludes with a welcome dinner, offering a taste of authentic Nepalese cuisine.

Day 04: Fly to Lukla & Trek to Phakding - 2,840m/9,315ft

An early morning scenic flight to Lukla. The mountain flight over to Lukla is one of the most beautiful air routes in the world culminating in a dramatic landing on a hillside surrounded by high mountains peaks. In Lukla, we will meet our camp staff and porters. After meeting our other crew members and with some packing and arrangements, we start our trek through the prosperous village of Lukla until we reach Phakding. Phakding lies on the main trade route through the area and there are a number of clean well-built lodges where we can spend the night.

Day 05: Trek to Namche Bazar

Continue up the banks of the Dudh Kosi, crossing it twice by small suspension bridges before reaching the village of Monjo where we will enter the Khumbu National Park. Cross the confluence of the Dudh Kosi and the Bhote Kosi on a high suspension bridge and climb steeply for about two hours to reach Namche Bazaar. This is a prosperous trading town and the capital of the Khumbu region with genuine Tibetan artifacts.

Day 06: At leisure in Namche Bazar

We spend the day in Namche Bazaar resting and allowing our bodies to adjust to the altitude of 3,450m (11,300 ft). Even though it is a leisure day, it is important to remain active. Health experts recommend light activity rather than complete rest to aid proper acclimatization.

During the day, we may take a short hike to Thame, visit Khunde, or explore Namche Bazaar itself. This bustling town is the main hub of the Everest (Khumbu) region, with government offices, ATMs, internet cafes, shops, restaurants, a bakery, and a lively market on Friday evenings and Saturdays. Trekking a few hundred vertical feet during the day helps our bodies adjust to the altitude more effectively.

Our guides will also take us to the Tourist Visitor Center near the Sagarmatha National Park headquarters, where we can learn about the first Everest climbers, Sherpa culture, and the plants and wildlife of the Everest region.

Day 07: Trek to Tyangboche or Dibuche

The classic Everest trail winds along the valley, high above the Dudh Kosi River. Along the way, we are treated to our first breathtaking views of the Khumbu’s towering peaks, including Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam. The trail passes through several small villages and numerous tea houses. After crossing the Dudh Kosi, we make a steep ascent to Thyangboche, famous for its impressive, recently rebuilt monastery.

Day 08: Trek to Dingboche

We walk past several Chortens, Mani walls, and small villages along the way. Lunch is enjoyed with stunning close-up views of Ama Dablam. The trail, shaded by rhododendron trees, gradually descends toward the river and crosses another airy suspension bridge. About an hour’s walk from here brings us to Pangboche, a fantastic viewpoint for Ama Dablam. Following the contour along the valley side, we cross the river again and continue up the Imja Valley to arrive at the charming farming village of Dingboche.

Day 09: Acclimatization

This stage of the expedition is crucial. Dingboche offers an ideal setting for acclimatization. The team leader will plan daily hikes to nearby hills to help the group adjust gradually to the altitude. Take walks on the surrounding slopes to slowly build your tolerance to higher elevations. Stick to the acclimatization routine that has worked best for you to ensure you are well-prepared before reaching base camp.

Day 10: Trek to Lobuje

Retrace your steps back to Pheriche before continuing along the trail toward base camp. Stop at Dugla, located just below the Khumbu Glacier’s snout, which is a convenient spot for lunch. After eating, the path ascends steeply alongside the glacier’s moraine. A few hours of trekking will bring you to a small group of tea houses nestled in Lobuche.

Day 11: Trek to Lobuje Basecamp (4,940m/16,210 ft.)

This day we move to lobuje base camp from lobuje for the ascent of the mountain.

Day 12: Rest Day at Lobuje base camp

An extra day is planned to account for unforeseen delays, such as flight disruptions or adverse weather conditions. This buffer ensures that even with a one-day setback, the expedition can continue smoothly, increasing the likelihood of a successful climb.

Pre-Climb Training: Our guides will conduct sessions on essential peak climbing techniques and the correct use of equipment, including ice axes, climbing boots with crampons, harnesses, and ascenders. Training will also cover rope handling for both ascending and descending. This preparation is designed to build your confidence, enhance your climbing skills, and maximize your chances of reaching the summit while fully enjoying the experience.

Day 13: Ascent to Lobuje high Camp (5,400m/17,712ft)

From Lobuche, the trek continues toward Lobuche Base Camp. The initial part of the trail is relatively flat, but it becomes steeper and rockier as you approach the base camp. Along the way, you will follow the Lobuche Glacier and enjoy spectacular views of Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Pokalde, Thamserku, Kantega, and other Himalayan peaks.

From the base camp, the path climbs over a rocky moraine to reach the High Camp. Once there, we set up camp, have lunch, and rest. During the climb, the terrain is usually rocky up to about 5,770 meters, after which we traverse icy sections and use ropes as needed. The type and length of ropes—fixed or man ropes—depend on the season and the presence of crevasses, with climbing leaders determining the safest approach. Overnight is spent at Lobuche East High Camp.

Day 14: Lobuje Summit (6,119m/20,070 ft) and back to base camp

Today, we wake up very early, around 12 to 1 am, and have breakfast before starting our climb. Reaching the summit before noon is crucial, as strong afternoon winds at high altitude can make climbing more difficult. The ascent begins on rocky terrain up to approximately 5,700 meters, after which we continue on ice. Both fixed ropes and man ropes are used according to the instructions of the climbing leader. The type of surface, rope length, and technique depend on the season and the presence of crevasses.

Lobuche East provides some of the most panoramic mountain views among trekking peaks. From the summit, you can enjoy breathtaking vistas of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Pumori, and many other peaks. After celebrating and taking photos at the top, we descend back to High Camp and then continue down to Base Camp for an overnight stay.

(Note: The reason behind the lobuje ascent is to decrease the up and downs by the khumbu icefall as its abit risky there by doing the acclimatization in lobuje. If we don’t do the lobuje ascent then we from Everest base camp do the camp 1(18,300ft.) overnight then to reach camp 2(20,000ft) the other day, finally back the Everest base back which will be for the acclimatization. But incase lobuje is done then we do camp 1 overnight for a day, camp2 overnight 3/4 day... in which camp 3(21,300ft) touch is done then camp 2 overnight then camp 3 overnight. Finally, back base camp (This makes 1st course cleared) for the final summit target.)

Day 15: Trek to Gorakshep (5,170 m/16,961ft)

This day we move from base camp to Gorakshep and overnight there.

Overnight in Gorakshep.

Day 16: Trek to Everest Base Camp

Contouring along the valley-side and looking down on the Khumbu Glacier, follow a reasonable trail to Gorak Shep. This was the site of the base camp in 1953 and now consists of a few small tea houses. Leaving Gorak Shep, the trail leads on to the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier and becomes quite vague, weaving between mounds of rubble and eventually reaching base camp near the foot of the Khumbu Icefall. This will be our home for the next six weeks.

Day 17-19: Rest and preparation

Day 20-53: Ascent of Mt Everest

Day 54: Withdraw to Base Camp

All team members return to base camp and assist with packing expedition stores and cleaning the base camp area.

Day 55: Return to Tyangboche or Dibuche 

Day 56: Return trek to Namche Bazaar via Dinboche and Thyangboche

Day 57: Trek to Lukla

Day 58: Fly Lukla to Kathmandu

We will return to the Hotel. We need to take rest of the day.

Day 59: Free Day in Kathmandu

Day 60: Fly Back Home