Everest View Trek

Best Time

The months of spring and autumn are the easiest. Spring weather at lower elevations is pleasant and warm, while autumn delivers cooler, crisp days that are still ideal for the Everest view trek. However, the temperature can drop significantly, especially at night, and it can get quite uncomfortable. Both seasons have something special to offer but have a few challenges.

Spring tends to be the most crowded time, with hikers worldwide hitting the trail. Still, in spring or autumn, you’ll be treated to colorful blooms, lush hillsides, and incredible mountain views under clear skies. Remember that the growing number of trekkers can sometimes detract from the peaceful vibe.

Similarly, if you go on an Everest view trek in the summer, you will encounter monsoon showers, making the routes wet and treacherous. You can expect verdant scenery. However, it’s not ideal for trekkers, but if you mind some rain and want a peaceful experience, it might still be worth considering. Just bring good rain gear.

On the other hand, winter can be harsh with freezing temperatures, especially in the early mornings and at night. While the skies are often clear, the cold can be intense. The trails are less crowded, which some people enjoy. However, the paths will also be very challenging due to snow, and beginners cannot complete this 8-day trek in the cold season.

Elevation and distance

Your 8-day Everest View Trek will set off right in Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu City, where you will be at an altitude of 1350 meters or 4429 feet. Then, you will take a short flight to Lukla, landing at Tenzing Hillary Airport, sitting at a height of 2860 meters (9383 feet) in the Khumbu region.

Then you will go on a walk to Phakding village of Sherpa; the village is in the lap of the mountains at 2610 m (8563 ft). Subsequently, you will continue your journey to Namche Bazaar at 3440 m (11290 feet), where you will acclimatize and take side tours on the mountain spots. You will be staying for two nights in Namche Bazaar.

From Namche, you’ll go to the Everest View Trek’s highest point, Hotel Everest View, at an elevation of 3,880 meters (12,729 feet).  It holds the global record for the highest-located hotel.  Syangboche is the second highest point on this route, with an elevation of 3880 meters (12729 feet).

The overall hiking distance for this moderate-level journey is around 41 to 44 kilometers (25.5 to 27.3 miles).  On the first day of your excursion, you will walk from Lukla to Phakding Village, which is approximately 8 kilometers (5 miles). Similarly, you will need to walk 23 to 25 kilometers (14.3 to 15.5 miles) to reach Everest View Hotel from Lukla.

Finally, on the return journey, you will walk 18 to 19 kilometers (11.2 to 11.8 miles) to reach Lukla from Namche Bazaar, ending your hiking excursion in the Khumbu region. Therefore, you will need to train yourself first before embarking on the 8-day Everest View Trek for basic fitness.

Difficulty and altitude sickness

The Everest View Trekking journey is a reasonably easy adventure in the Khumbu region in contrast to other challenging treks like the Everest Base Camp Trek, Pikey Peak Trek, Gokyo Lake Trek, Renjo La Pass Trek, and many more. Most people, from old to young individuals with good basic fitness, can complete this 8-day journey victoriously.

This journey demands that you walk an average of four to five hours daily with few ascents and descents. You don’t have to push too hard on this journey, as this excursion doesn’t include any passes to cross in the itinerary. You will hike through stone steps, as well as rocky and narrow trails, especially when ascending to the Everest View Hotel.

Thus, this point may be challenging if you are a first-time hiker in the mountains until you reach the highest hotel in the world. However, the rest of your journey isn’t too hard. Even though you are trekking below 4000 meters, altitude sickness must still be considered. If your body can’t adapt to a thinner oxygen level, then you may have the signs of altitude sickness.

Some common symptoms of altitude sickness below 4000 meters of altitude include headache, fatigue, shortness of breath, difficulty sleeping, swelling of hands and feet, and so on. To prevent this, you should stay hydrated, eat light but energy-rich meals, rest properly, and most importantly, inform your trekking partner or guide to seek help immediately.

Maximum and minimum walk per day

This 8-day Everest View Trek demands you to walk an average of four to five hours in the Khumbu region from day 2 to day 6. Out of eight days, you will hike four days continuously in the heart of the Himalayas. So, having basic fitness will help you walk more easily throughout the trek.

The highest amount of time you will trek on this journey will be 6 to 7 hours on the fourth and sixth days when you walk to Namche Bazaar from Phakding Village and return to Lukla from Namche Bazaar.

Likewise, the minimum amount of time you will hike will be on the third day, about 3 to 4 hours, when you travel to Phakding Village from Lukla. This trek is relatively easier than the classic EBC, requiring you to walk for only a few days.

Accommodation, Food and Drink

During the Everest View trek, the package will allow you to sleep in a standard tourist hotel in Kathmandu for three nights with a shared basic bed space before and after the walk-in. Teahouses and lodges will offer basic yet comfortable twin-sharing rooms on trekking trails.

Similarly, while trekking, most accommodations on the trail are clean and modest, with communal bathrooms and limited amenities such as charging stations. During the trek, you will be served full-board meals, which include breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with stunning mountain views outside your window.

You have to pay extra money, from 3 to 5 dollars, if you want to use a hot shower and Wi-Fi at the tea houses. The facilities will be more expensive when you keep going to higher elevations of teahouses during the trek. This trek includes local dishes like dal, bhat, momos, noodles, and soups.

Additionally, you can expect a mix of Nepali and international options. However, you must purchase drinks such as tea, coffee, or bottled water, as they will not be included. Carrying a refillable bottle will be recommended because staying hydrated will be crucial.

Can a beginner join this trip?

The 8-day Everest View Trek is for everybody who wants to see the Khumbu region in a short amount of time without doing any challenging trek. This journey is perfect for those who want to enjoy the beauty of the Himalayas and other breathtaking landscapes. People with kids, female travelers, and old people have also completed this journey successfully.

This journey involves only four days of trekking out of an eight-day itinerary. So, if you want to start the hiking journey and you have never done it before, then this trip is obviously for you. There is a very low chance of getting acute mountain sickness and other risks. So, you can travel this journey stress-free without pushing your limits.

Preparation and fitness

As this is an easy-level short trek in the Everest region, you don’t have to train hard to be ready for this trek. You can simply do regular exercises in your daily routine for basic fitness that will help you a lot when hiking in the steep mountain sections. You should also consult your doctor if you have any current health problems or have had any in the past to ensure a safe trekking experience.

You can start preparing for the Everest View Trek regularly about a month or two ahead by walking for an hour, going on short hikes, and doing stamina-building activities like running, cycling, or swimming. These activities will make your journey easy and comfortable, even if you are a beginner.

Another very important step of trek preparation is the selection of the right clothes and gear. Besides, before you start, you should be fully aware of the climate and the conditions of the place of your trip, which can either directly add to the charm of the place or leave the contrary effect on you.

You should pack comfortable trekking shirts and pants, warm layers like thermals, a down jacket, a windproof or waterproof outer jacket, trekking boots, a small backpack, sunscreen, lip balm, a power bank, a camera with spare batteries, and important documents like travel insurance, a passport, local cash, and so on.

Furthermore, the most critical factor for preparation is having a good mindset and thinking positively. If you feel negatively about yourself and the journey, there is a high chance that your experience will be bad while traveling. So, mental preparation is crucial when hiking in higher-altitude destinations.

Gadgets charging and Internet

On this Everest View Trekking itinerary, you don’t have to worry about electricity. Most of the teahouses that we will spend the night at have this facility, as they lie in lower altitude regions. You can charge any of your electronic devices, like phones and cameras, where you will stay overnight, as they offer charging points. The main source of electricity for teahouses is solar power.

However, due to their remote locations, you may have to pay a small fee for charging gadgets in some Sherpa villages like Phakding and Syangboche. The Everest region’s weather affects the availability of power. So, if you carry a power bank, it can help your gadgets stay on all the time without worrying about shutting down.

Besides this, internet access is available, but the connectivity depends on the location. Lukla and Namche Bazaar have decent internet access. In contrast, Phakding, Hotel Everest View, and Syangboche have unreliable internet access, even though it is available depending on weather and solar power availability.

However, you must pay some extra cash to use the internet service. Our best tip is to buy a local SIM card with a good data plan. It will help you to stay connected all the time and contact your family or anyone you miss with the help of the internet while trekking at the same time.

Permit

You will have to get two essential permits to continue this adventure in the Everest region.

Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit: This permit was introduced by the local government and has now taken the place of the old TIMS card in the Everest region. You can get it from Lukla or Monjo right after you enter the trekking zone for NPR 2000 per person (around 13 to 15 USD).

To apply, you’ll need a copy of your passport and two passport-sized photos- super simple! It costs NPR 3000 per person (around USD 22–25) for foreigners, and it gives you access to the stunning Sagarmatha National Park, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Transportation

On this Everest View Trek, we will wait for you at the airport upon your arrival in Nepal to transfer you to your standard hotel in one of the vibrant places of Kathmandu, Thamel. Then, on the next day, we will arrange our private transportation for sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley with a tour guide.

On the third day, we will take a flight to Lukla, where you start your trek. After completing the trek, you will again take flight to Kathmandu City. Finally, we will drop you at the airport, bidding goodbye from Nepal. We cover both your flight and ground transportation.

Travel Insurance

No matter where you travel, you need travel insurance. Similarly, if you do not want any serious issues when you plan for the Everest View Trek, you should make yourself responsible for all the evacuation costs and other expenses. So, you need to have compulsory travel insurance so that these emergency medical treatment and repatriation costs can be covered easily in case of severe issues.

This trip passes through many remote locations without services, and rescue attempts, particularly by helicopter, can be costly.  That’s why Himalayan rescue coverage is critical.  Insurance can aid with unexpected trip cancellations, missing baggage, or delays due to cancellations.  Travel insurance provides piece of mind, even if no one expects problems while trekking.

You will have to make your own arrangements for it because it is not included in the package. With proper coverage, you may completely experience the stunning Himalayan scenery while remaining prepared for anything that may arise.

What to expect from this trip?

From the Hotel Everest View, one of the highest hotels in the world, you can expect to see the remarkable beauty of Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Lhotse, and many other majestic peaks. Stop and walk through the idyllic Sherpa villages around Namche Bazaar and Syangboche, soaking in the Tibetan-influenced culture that still thrives in the Solukhumbu region.

Have fun with a spectacular and exhilarating flight to Lukla, then continue the trek along the Dudh Koshi River to Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This 8-day Everest View Trek brings you picturesque Himalayan views, various Sherpa communities, and their cultures without pushing you too hard with the altitude.