Everest Sherpa Trail Nepal

Upon arrival at the Lukla Airport, our representative will receive you and escort you to our

lodge in Lukla. Here, you will have breakfast and meet your trekking crew who will help

you gear up before setting off through the winding village to start the trek pro perly at

the Khumbu ‘Gateway’.

Descend on stone trails through rhododendron forests, farms, and charming hamlets to

the banks of the Dudh Koshi River. The undulating trail offers glimpses of snow-capped

peaks. Enjoy rest stops at small shops to soak in the scene, catch your breath, and get a

cup of local tea, coffee, or draft beer.

Passing the majestic mani stone at Thado Koshi and we continue to Phakding Lodge for a

late lunch. Afterward, you can enjoy free time at the riverside lodge or opt for a short trip

to a higher village and a delightful tiny gompa perched on the valley side. In the evening,

we gather for drinks by the fire, followed by a delightful meal at our newly built restaurant

overlooking the Dudh Koshi River.

Trek: 3 Hrs | Accommodation: MLN Phakding | Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast at the lodge, you follow the left bank of Dudh Koshi River, with Thamserku

in view. After crossing a stream and climbing the terraced hill from the Dudh Koshi route,

you arrive in a village called Benker. Walking along a path with many ups and downs, crossing

a stream you enter Monjo – a small village, with few tourist lodges and thus perfect for

relaxing and contemplation. Upon entering the lodge’s gate, a beautiful long, stone-paved

walkway leads you through the garden and up to a warm and welcoming lobby where your

trek ends.

Trek: 4 Hrs | Accommodation: MLN Monjo | Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After a soothing walk with descending stone steps from Monjo, you will cross a suspension

bridge, and reach Jorshale. This is the entrance to the National Park where you have to wait

while your guide pays the entrance fees.

Following the river, you’ll pass rocky areas, and cross another suspension bridge. At the

river fork, the right stream is Dudh Koshi, while the left is Bhote Koshi leading to Nangpa

La. Crossing another suspension bridge, we walk alongside Bhote Koshi and ascend to Tup

Dhara for the first view of Mount Everest. From here you ascend gradually up to Namche

Bazaar and check into the MLN* Namche. You can take the time to unwind for the rest of

the day or explore the Sherpa capital.

In Namche, you can explore the charm of Namche Bazaar and the stunning 80-year-old

monastery adorned with exquisite Thanka paintings of Tibetan deities while enjoying a

delightful evening of bar hopping. You are most welcome to burn a butter lamp for your

loved ones.

Trek: 5 Hrs | Accommodation: MLN Namche | Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After a light refreshment, you will head to the Sagarmatha Viewpoint where you can

witness the magnificent views of Mt. Everest, Monjo, and Phakding. You will have breakfast

at Namche Lodge and trek northwest towards Thame instead of the northeast trail towards

Everest which the vast majority of tourists and trekkers take. When headed to Thame, the

trail feels distinctly less crowded, with very little tourist traffic but ample opportunities to

see the slow mountain life in small villages.

The village is picturesque and has a magnificent 16th-century Nyingmapa gompa (monastery)

built by Lama Rolwa Dorje. Here, you will reach for a late lunch followed by options to

chill at the lodge with breathtaking views of Thamserku and Kusum Kanguru or hike to the

nearby monasteries.

Hike to viewpoint: 25 Mins | Trek: 4-5 Hrs | Accommodation: MLN Thame

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

A steady pace is required for the steep trail up to Thame Monastery. Most people agree

that viewing the interior of the traditionally decorated gompa is well worth the effort of the

climb. After spending some time here, there is the option to extend your acclimatization

walk up to the shoulder of Sumdur Peak Ridge, at 4,830 M, not a true peak, but an amazing

view over the valley and the serrated ridges of the Kongde range.

Trek: 4-5 Hrs | Accommodation: MLN Thame | Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

A steady pace is required for the steep trail up to Thame Monastery. Most people agree

that viewing the interior of the traditionally decorated gompa is well worth the effort of the

climb. After spending some time here, there is the option to extend your acclimatization

walk up to the shoulder of Sumdur Peak Ridge, at 4,830 M, not a true peak, but an amazing

view over the valley and the serrated ridges of the Kongde range.

Trek: 5 Hrs | Hike to Sagarmatha Next: 45 Mins

Accommodation: MLN Namche | Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

While staying in Namche, don’t miss the opportunity to hike up to Sagarmatha Next

which will take approx. 1 hour. After having an early morning breakfast, we will head

towards Sagarmatha Next, located in Syangboche near Namche Bazaar. It showcases

the transformation of mountain waste into stunning art and design products. It aims to

change perceptions about waste and support local stakeholders by providing innovative

and sustainable solutions for solid waste management.

After spending some time here, if you’re eager to explore, consider a gentle 2-hour hike up

to gorgeous Khumjung village, the home of the Sir Edmund Hillary School (3,750 M) that

was built in 1961. As you enter through its modest doorway, constructed by Sir Ed himself,

you’ll see old artefacts, photos, and films that tell the story before this simple building

sparked a wave of change in Solukhumbu as the area’s first school.

Descend from there to Namche, where you’ll have a delightful lunch at the local lodge.

Afterwards, you will continue your journey to our lodge along with breathtaking panoramic

vistas.

Trek: 5 Hrs | Accommodation: MLN Namche | Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

You’re on the road to Everest. The trail is lined by large chortens, prayer walls and painted

rock faces; and you may see small herds of tahr, brown mountain goats. Follow the path

around the ridge, descend into the valley and then head back up through the rhododendron

forest toward Deboche village where the weather is slightly warmer and less windy than

Tengboche – the perfect place to acclimatize.

You are starting to get quite high now as there’s a fair bit of height gain from Namche to

Deboche, so count on a slower pace. Don’t take things too fast–just enjoy the views! You

will reach our newly-built Deboche lodge for late lunch which will be your base for the next

two nights.

Trek: 6 Hrs | Accommodation: MLN Deboche | Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

During the acclimatization day in Deboche, we’ll hike uphill for 3-4 hours to a stunning

viewpoint, passing through rhododendron forests and prayer flags. Once we reach the

viewpoint, we will indulge in a delightful light picnic, surrounded by breathtaking panoramic

vistas. Afterward, we will continue our journey to the iconic Tengboche monastery,

immersing ourselves in the spiritual atmosphere followed by a satisfying late lunch at the

lodge.

Hike to viewpoint: 3-4 Hrs

Accommodation: MLN Deboche | Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast in Deboche, you’ll embark on a thrilling helicopter ride. Following this, you

have two options to consider. The first option is to fly over Kalapatthar, capturing stunning

aerial views, and then continue your flight to Lukla. Alternatively, you can choose to

touch down on Kalapatthar, allowing you to step foot on this iconic viewpoint and capture

incredible photographs of the surrounding area. Finally, you will fly to Lukla, concluding

this unforgettable journey.

Heli: 40 mins | Accommodation: MLN Lukla | Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Bid farewell to the Himalayas on the short but spectacular flight back to Kathmandu. In

clear weather, this can be one of the highlights of your tour, offering amazing views of the

surrounding mountains.

Flight: 25 mins