Everest Panorama Trek

Everest Panorama Trek

12Days
3,867mMax altitude
MediumDifficulty
$1,495per person

Overview

Everest Panorama Trek

The Everest panorama trek is a fantastic option for trekkers who want to experience the majestic aura of Mt. Everest in a very limited time. The trek in the Khumbu region provides you with a great opportunity to enjoy the beautiful Everest Himalayan view within a relaxing 12 days trip. The trek can be an adventurous package for trekkers with very busy schedules to experience the beauty of the tallest mountain in the world. 

Everest Panorama Trek Trip Overview:

It can the best alternative to the Everest Base Camp Trek. It is one of the most popular treks in the Everest region treks that offers no less than other popular Everest Region Treks. The trek starts from Lukla. The itinerary of the trek will take you to Tengboche (3,867m/12,684ft), which gives you a beautiful panoramic view of Mt. Everest and its neighboring peaks. 

 

The view you witness from Tengboche will completely justify the name of this trek. The Sherpa villages of Khumjung and Thame on our way back are also the highlights of the trek beside the panoramic views.        

Itinerary Outline:

1st Day: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
2nd Day: Kathmandu Valley sightseeing & trek preparation
3rd Day: Flight from Lukla followed by the trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft), a 3-4 hrs walk
4th Day: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft), 5-6 hrs walk
5th Day: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
6th Day: Trek to Tyangboche (3,867m/12684ft), 5-6 hrs walk
7th Day: Trek to Khumjung (3,750m/12,300) 4-5 hrs walk
8th Day: Trek to Thame (3,800m/12,464ft), 4-5 hrs walk
9th Day: Trek to Monju(2680M/8791ft), 5-6 hrs walk
10th Day: Trek to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft), 4-5 hrs walk
11th Day: Fly back to Kathmandu
12th Day: Departure from Kathmandu
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Note: Because of bad weather we could face problems with domestic flights to/from Lukla delayed by a few hours or canceled for a day or more. Very rarely, but it could happen even in the best trekking season also as you know how climate changes affect our world. Thus, we always recommend you add supplement night/s in Kathmandu after your trek if possible (just in case). If everything runs smoothly, you can enjoy other activities like sightseeing, White water rafting, wildlife activities, and shopping, as you wish in those additional days. However, if you want heli rescue in the state of flight cancellation to/from Lukla-we can organize it as per your request with extra cost.

Duration12 days
DifficultyMedium
Max altitude3,867m
Start / EndKathmandu
AccommodationHotel accommodation in Kat...
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Best Season for this trip

March-May & September-November

Spring: Mar-May Monsoon: Jun-Aug Autumn: Sep-Nov Winter: Dec-Feb

Day by day

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Everest Base Camp Route Map

Kathmandu → Kathmandu

Everest Panorama Trek route map
day
1

Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)

20 minutes Hotel Kathmandu Kathmandu Welcome Dinner
Welcome to the Himalayan country of Nepal. Our representative will be waiting to welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Kathmandu from the airport. Later in the evening, we will take you to welcome dinner at one of the finest restaurants in Kathmandu offering typical Nepalese cuisine during which we will also brief you about the trip. Overnight at hotel.
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2

Kathmandu Valley sightseeing & trek preparation

Hotel Kathmandu Breakfast
After breakfast, we will take you on our guided trip to the cultural world heritage sites in Kathmandu Valley. We will visit the revered Hindu temple Pashupatinath, the world's biggest stupa- Bouddhanath stupa, and the monkey temple Swayambhunath. We will also explore the historic Kathmandu Durbar Square and enjoy its magnificent architecture and warm ambiance. We will also visit Kumari temple, home of the living goddess Kumari. You can also take your time to do trek preparation and talk to your trekking staff regarding any questions about the trip and necessary preparations.
day
3

Flight from Lukla followed by the trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft), 3-4 hrs walk

20 Minutes 27 Minutes 3-4 Hrs Tea House Phakding 3 Meals
We will take the earliest possible flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. Lukla has a tiny airstrip and the scenic flight takes just above 40 minutes. While the guides and porters will divide the baggage, you can have a good look around the place and take picture. We will have our lunch depending upon the time we land in Lukla. From Lukla, we start our walk to Phakding village. We will stay overnight in Phakding. We can spend our evening strolling around the village.
day
4

Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft), 5-6 hrs walk

5-6 Hrs Tea House Namche Bazaar 3 Meals
Our hike will start after we have our breakfast. We start the walk from the banks of Dudh Koshi River. We will have to cross this river twice, which brings us further to a small village called Monjo. Monjo is known as the gateway to Sagarmatha National Park. After entering the National Park, we descend down to the Dudh-Koshi River upon which we arrive at Jorsalle village. We walk further from there heading off to Namche Bazaar, a prosperous trade hub in the lap of the Himalayas, which is also the capital of the Khumbu region. We will stay overnight at a hotel in Namche Bazaar.
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5

Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar

Tea House Namche Bazaar 3 Meals
After already having ascended an altitude of 3,440 m (11,253ft), we will use a day of the trek for acclimatization. It is very important that our body be prepared for further ascending. You will have the day at your disposal and can choose to do what you wish with it. You can walk up to the Everest View Point Hotel and enjoy the view it offers. You can also choose to just walk around Namche Bazaar and observe the local proceedings and lifestyle. If it is Saturday today, there will be a local traditional Saturday Market and it will be a wonderful experience visiting the marketplace. There is a Sherpa Museum in Namche, which would be a great place to visit if you are into Sherpa culture and history of mountaineering.
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6

Trek to Tyangboche (3,867m/12684ft), 5-6 hrs walk

5-6 Hrs Tea House Tyangboche 3 Meals
We will start our trek with pleasant walk through the forest with magnificent view of mountains after an early breakfast. The great view of the mighty peaks like Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kwangde peak is a constant throughout the day. The trail will ascend through the forested trail on its way to Tyangboche. The first thing that could draw your attention after reaching Tyangboche could be its big monastery. Tyangboche has a large campsite, teahouses, and lodges overseeing Mt. Ama Dablam. We will spend the night at a hotel in Tyangboche.
day
7

Trek to Khumjung (3750m/12,300ft), 4-5 hrs walk

4-5 Hrs Tea House Khumjung 3 Meals
We will first trek down to Phungithanka, a small settlement with couple of teahouses. From there, the trail descends through a forest path. We cross a suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi River and head towards Sanasa. The highlight of the day will be our visit to the forbidden village of Khumjung. Khumjung is the biggest village in the area and has a beautiful monastery that is named after the village itself. The Khumjung Monastery has what they claim to be a yeti scalp. This Sherpa village with hospitable people will warm your heart.
day
8

Trek to Thame (3,800m/12,464ft), 4-5 hrs walk

4-5 Hrs Tea House Thame 3 Meals
We will head up to Khunde village in the morning. There is a big charity-run hospital in Khunde which was set up by renowned climbers. A little further up is the Syangboche airstrip, the world's highest airstrip. The area around the airstrip offers a scenic view of both the Mountain range and Sherpa villages.
day
9

Trek to Monju (2680M/8791ft), 5-6 hrs walk

5- Hrs Tea House Monju 3 Meals
We will head up to Khunde village in the morning. There is a big charity-run hospital in Khunde which was set up by renowned climbers. A little further up is the Syangboche airstrip, the world's highest airstrip. The area around the airstrip offers a scenic view of both the Mountain range and Sherpa villages.
day
10

Trek to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft), 4-5 hrs walk

4-5 Hrs Tea House Lukla 3 Meals
The last day of our Trek takes us to Lukla. We will start the day as usual after breakfast and an easy walk through the Sherpa villages nestled beneath the Himalayas. You can walk at your own pace today as we head back to Lukla from where we started our adventure. You will probably have mixed feeling. You might feel delighted that you have successfully completed the trek and experience the thrills and beauty of it. At the same time, you might also be disappointed that you have to leave the beauty and the adventure behind. However, there is always next time and there is always next adventure waiting for you. The evening and the night will be marked with celebrations that will include a lot of singing and dancing. We will spend the night at a hotel in Lukla.
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11

Fly back to Kathmandu.

20 Minutes 27 Minutes Hotel Kathmandu Breakfast & Farewell Dinner
After an early morning flight to Kathmandu our guide transfer you to your hotel. You may have time to relax after your journey and take back your breath and rest at your hotel with ending your Himalayan trip with us.
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12

Departure from Kathmandu

20 Minutes Breakfast
Some of you might also have few more days and some other activities planned in Nepal. For the rest of you who are returning today, depending upon what time your return flight is, you can do some last-minute shopping if you like to. We will transfer you to the airport hoping it will not be long before we see each other again! We wish you a wonderful Himalayan adventure with us!

What's covered

Inclusions & exclusions

Trip includes

  • All airport and hotel transportation by private vehicle in Kathmandu as per the itinerary suggested.
  • Deluxe twin-sharing accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu (Alcoholic beverages are excluded)
  • Kathmandu to Lukla to Kathmandu by flight
  • Full board meal (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea & coffee) during the trek
  • Seasonal fruits during the trek are provided
  • Comfortable & clean accommodation on teahouse/lodge/tent during the trek
  • Government Registered Trek guide (English speaking, First Aid and eco trained), Sherpa porter (one porter for two trekkers)
  • All necessary paper works, Everest region entry fee, and permits & TIMS card
  • Four seasonal sleeping bags, Nepal Vision Treks duffel bag, and trekking map (sleeping bag to be returned after trip completion)
  • First aid exclusive medical kit bag
  • All government and local taxes

Trip excludes

  • Visa fees (You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu so (bring accurate USD cash and two passport photographs)) International airfare to and from Kathmandu
  • Lunch and dinner except for welcome & fare well dinner (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled plan)
  • Any extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary plan
  • Travel and rescue insurance

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FAQ’s

What travelers often ask

Is Everest Base Camp Trek worth it?
Everest Base Camp is a trek that is usually enough to stir the soul of hikers all over the world. In the trek, there are thousands of aspirational ramblers, that have gained variable and most valuable experiences on the trek.
Can you hike to Everest Base Camp without a guide?
Yes, it's obvious, you can trek to Mount Everest without a guide.  You don't need a guide for better weather and an easy trail but you may need a guide to take a safe land when the conditions worsen.
How long does it take to hike Everest Base Camp?
The Everest Base Camp trek depends on the individual. On average, the trek takes around 15 days of which 12 days are for climbing and 4 days for getting down the trail.
Can I climb Mount Everest with no experience?
You need a lot of experience. Everest, the highest peak in the world is not an easy climb, it needs a lot of passion, motivation, strength, and experience to complete the trek.
What are the accommodation options during the trek?
There are a variety of accommodation options available along the trekking trail, including tea houses, lodges, and guesthouses. These options offer basic facilities like a bed, blankets, common toilets, and food.
What is the best time for the Panorama trek?
The best time for the trek is from March to May and from September to November when the weather is clear and stable, and the views are spectacular.
What should I pack for the Everest Panorama trek?
Some of the essential items to pack for the Everest Panorama trek include warm clothing, trekking boots, a sleeping bag, a headlamp, sunscreen, a first aid kit, and trekking poles.
Should I hire a guide or porter for the Everest Panorama trek?
Yes, hiring a guide or porter for the panorama trek is highly recommended, especially for those with little trekking experience or those who want to enjoy the trek without carrying heavy loads.
Is Everest Base Camp Trek worth it?
Everest Base Camp is the trek which is usually enough to stir the soul of hikers all over the world. In the trek, there are thousands of aspirational ramblers, that has gained variable and most valuable experience on the trek.
How long is Everest Panorama Trek?
The Everest Panorama Trek is estimated to be 12 days. For a physically fit and healthy person, the trek is one of the easy trek where you will be trekking to achieve the panoramic view of Everest with cultural excursions.
How difficult is Everest Panoroma Trek?
The trek is also one of the difficult trek which is named "Streneous" trek due to its short trekking hourney that goes along the same trail as the Everest Base Camp but reaches only upto Tengboche.

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