Everest View Trekking - 11 Days

Highlights of Everest View Trekking

• Scenic short flights both ways from Kathmandu with amazing mountain views. 
• A spectacular panorama of high peaks with the towering South Face of Mt. Everest.
• Enjoy scenic and cultural walks on the high Khumbu Valley with dramatic scenery.
• Have a pleasant time at Namche Bazaar and enjoy the local traditional life of the Sherpa people.
• The beautiful Thyangboche monastery is surrounded by mountains and forests.

Introduction: Everest View Trekking 

Everest View Trekking, also known as the Everest Panorama Trek, is a short yet delightful trekking experience in the Everest Region. Suitable for trekkers of all ages with decent physical fitness, this trek takes you to the land of the legendary Sherpa community. Enjoy the unique culture, traditions, and ancient heritage of the Sherpa people. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery of mountains and marvelous landscapes. Witness the glorious and ever-enchanting Himalayas. On the Everest View Trekking Route, enjoy an excellent view of the world’s tallest peak, Mount Everest, without ascending into higher altitudes. This expedition provides the opportunity to meet the legendary Sherpa community. Furthermore, you can witness the diverse flora and fauna and marvel at the rich culture. This trek starts with a short flight to Lukla.

The Everest Panorama Trekking route starts by exploring Kathmandu city. The capital of Nepal, Kathmandu, is a cultural hub with links to Nepal's medieval history. A short flight of around 35 minutes takes us to the starting point of the trek. We land in the town of Lukla at the Tenzing Hillary Airport, an airport named after the first legendary climbers of Mt. Everest.

That day, we continued trekking to the village of Phakding. Our trek continues towards the unofficial Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar. Along the way, we traverse forests adorned with rhododendrons and lush vegetation and cross many suspension bridges over the torrential Dudh Koshi River before entering the Sagarmatha National Park just outside the settlement of Jorsale. Along the trek, we will encounter the region's unique culture, marvelous views of the Himalayas, and a few challenging climbs.

We will see stunning views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Tawache, Kusum, Kangaroo, and other neighboring peaks. This area contains abundant wildlife, such as the rare and endangered Himalayan Thar, Danphe, Musk Deer, and more. Further on the Everest View Trekking Route trail, we explore the villages of Khumjung (a village with an ancient monastery known for housing the skull of a Yeti). The famous Tengboche Monastery, the highest point of our trek, is in the village of Tengboche.

Tengboche Monastery is the largest monastery in Khumbu Everest Region, the Tengboche Monastery is also the terminus site of the “Sacred Sites Trail Project.” This project covers 10 monasteries in the region. Furthermore, the village of Tengboche is surrounded by a marvelous panoramic view of the Himalayas. After exploring we will come back on the same trail and explore the villages of Khunde, Phortse, Jorsale, Benkar, Phakding, and others before wrapping up the trek at Lukla and flying back to Kathmandu.

Everest view trek is for trekkers who want to explore the region's beauty and experience the Himalayas' vastness quickly. March to May and mid-September to December are the preferred seasons for trekking. Join Nepal Trekking Planner for an enriching, delightful trek in the Everest Region with professional service and carefully planned itineraries that ensure your safety and comfort. In this trek, which can be introductory for novice adventurers, you can include your kids and elderly members for a fun and memorable experience that shall last a lifetime.

Major Attractions of Everest View Trek

Everest View Trek is the best Everest adventure, offering unforgettable sights. The Lukla flight is the highlight of this trek, offering panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and other surrounding peaks. Trekking through traditional Sherpa villages offers opportunities to explore Sherpa culture and the best photo opportunities. Sunrise and sunset are the best experiences during the trek, which is stunning.

1. Panoramic Mountain views

Everest viewpoint offers panoramic views of snow-covered Mountains, including the world's highest mountain, Mount Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. You can get a clear view from the Everest View Hotel, which offers stunning photo opportunities. The sunrise view of the snow-capped mountain peaks gives them magical colors.

2. Sherpa Village

Trekkers can explore the traditional Sherpa village and their lifestyles by walking into the villages and observing their daily activities, which include farming, animal husbandry, and community events. You can explore their homes, which reflect their religious heritage, such as those built of mud, stone, and wood. You have opportunities to interact with local Sherpa villagers, learn about their culture and traditions, and experience their hospitality.

3. Tengboche Monastery

Tengboche monastery is the largest Buddhist monastery in the Khumbu region and is also a main highlight of this trek. It is located in a stunning place that offers panoramic views of the World's highest mountain, Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, and other mountain ranges. You can see Buddhist rituals and ceremonies, which provide inner peace. It is the best location for panoramic mountain photography.

4. Lukla Flight

Lukla flight offers a spectacular view of the Himalayas, rivers, forests, and beautiful villages from the air. This flight provides photography opportunities of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and other surrounding mountains from above, which is mind-blowing. Lukla flights reduce the trekking days, which makes the trek more comfortable and beginner-friendly.

Why choose the Everest View Trekking package?

• The Everest View trek is a short, delightful trek for travelers who want a Sherpa culture experience and stunning views of Mount Everest without high-altitude walking. This trek offers easier trails, comfortable accommodation, and stunning Himalayan views, making it perfect for all fitness levels.
• The Everest View trek is the best trek for those who are seeking a perfect Himalayan scenery without high altitude difficulty. You can enjoy a close view of Everest and other well-known mountains, such as Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Thamserku. For a clearer view of the mountain and stunning views of sunrise and sunset, you can go to the viewpoint, such as Namche Bazaar and the Everest View Hotel.
• This trek offers an opportunity to experience Sherpa culture. Walking through Sherpa village, you can see Tengboche monastery, which is a historic Buddhist monastery where traditional rituals are performed. In Namche Bazaar, you can observe their way of life and traditional architecture. As you can see, there are prayer flags, mani stones (flat stones inscribed with prayers), and prayer wheels, all cultural symbols.
• Flight to Lukla is the main highlight of this trek, which offers breathtaking aerial views of the snow-covered mountains, including Langtang, Ganesh Himal, and other mountains. You can also enjoy aerial views of villages, winding rivers, and greenery, which provide stunning photography opportunities, making it the best Everest adventure.
• The Everest View trek is a beginner-friendly trek that requires basic fitness; therefore, it is best for all age groups, including families, children, and older travelers. This trek route involves gentle walking, suitable for people with basic fitness levels. It doesn’t reach high altitude, which reduces the risk of altitude sickness. The short flight reduces the walking days and makes the trek more comfortable.

How does Trek start and End Everest Base Camp View Trek?

The journey starts with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, a peaceful landscape that offers a stunning aerial view of the Himalayan peaks, rivers, and greenery. After reaching Lukla, which is the gateway to the Everest region.

We started our first trek from Phakding village along the trail. You see greenery, forests, and small villages. You will have opportunities to explore local culture, the lifestyle of sherpas, and mud-and-wood houses, unique traditional houses that reflect sherpa lifestyles. You will spend the night in Phakding to prepare your body for the next day. The next morning, you will continue your trek towards Namche Bazaar. This trail offers suspension bridges, rivers, and forests. After reaching you, you’ll stay overnight at Namche Bazaar, which is the main Sherpa town. You have an acclimatization day in Namche, where you can explore monasteries, local markets, and the Sherpa lifestyle.

After an acclimatizing day at Namche, you will trek to Tengboche Monastery, a historical monastery where rituals are practiced, and enjoy sunset and sunrise views of Everest and other peaks. After spending the best time, you will return along the same trail towards Lukla, and spend the night at Phakding, which offers comfortable accommodation and warm meals.

Returning to Lukla is the end of the trek. The last flight from Lukla to Kathmandu offers a stunning aerial view of the mountains and the beautiful landscape surrounding them, which is the end point and the last chance to enjoy the scenery from the air.

What to expect during the Everest View trek?

Everest View Trek offers a breathtaking Himalayan view and cultural experience in Sherpa village and Lukla flight, which is the main highlight of this trek, and beginner-friendly trails, as well as comfortable and safe accommodation.

1. Mountains view

The Everest View trek offers breathtaking views of the world's highest mountain, Mount Everest, and other well-known mountains such as Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Nuptse. These stunning mountains are visible from the viewpoint of Namche Bazar and the Everest View Hotel. Among them, one of the most spectacular experiences of the trek is watching the sunrise and sunset, which adds a magical glow to the mountains.

2. Cultural Experience

Trekkers can experience Sherpa culture during their trek. Walking through traditional villages, you can explore their lifestyle, traditions, and architecture. You also have the opportunity to explore Tengboche Monastery, a historical monastery where you can witness rituals. Along the way, you will see cultural heritage reflected in prayer flags, prayer wheels, and mani stones. The Sherpa village people are so kind and welcoming; you can talk with them about their history.

3. Accommodation

During the trek, you will stay in a lodge and a tea house, which offer simple, clean rooms, shared bathrooms, and hot showers at an extra cost. Staying in a lodge allows you to experience local food, traditions, and lifestyle. Lodges are located in villages offering stunning views and photography opportunities.

4. Lukla Flight

The trek starts with a short Lukla flight, which offers an aerial view of stunning Himalayan peaks such as Mountain Everest, which is the world's highest peak, Lhotse, Nuptse, and other snow-covered surrounding mountains from the air. In addition, you can see the beautiful valley, greenery, and river, which offer photography opportunities. The Lukla flight is the main highlight of this trek, reducing 1-2 days of trekking and making the trek more comfortable and easier.

Outline Everest View Trekking Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu.

Day 2: Full Day in Kathmandu with half day sightseeing tour at place of intrest.

Day 3: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding.

Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar.

Day 5: Rest Day at Namche Bazar.

Day 6: Trek to Tengboche.

Day 7: Trek to Khumjung. 

Day 8: Trek to Monjo.

Day 9: Trek from Manjo to Lukla.

Day 10: Fly back to kathmandu.

Day 11: Final Departure.

We can customize the Everest View Trekking Itinerary to suit your needs, whether you prefer a relaxed pace with extra time in villages, additional sightseeing stops, or more challenging trekking days. Every journey can be tailored to match your interests, fitness level, and schedule, ensuring a personalized Himalayan experience that’s both enjoyable and memorable.