- Follow the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary and brave Tenzing Norgay to the Everest Base Camp
- An alternative flight to Lukla – take a bus to Jiri and follow a path that joins the main trail to Everest
- Traverse through amazing landscapes full of villages, settlement areas and farmlands in the backdrop of the beautiful Himalayas
- A more challenging way to get to the Everest Base Camp
- Witness the spectacles of towering peaks like Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho-oyu, Mt Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku, Mt. Tawache and many other mountains in the range.
Jiri To Everest Base Camp Trek
- DestinationNepal
- Duration22 days
- Group TypeGroup Tours
- GradeMedium
- ActivitiesTrek
- AccommodationHotel | Tea House
- Max. Elevation5545m.
- Group SizeMin. 1 Pax
- VehicleFlight | Private Vehicle
- MealsBreakfast Lunch & Dinner (BLD)
- Best SeasonMar-May, & Sep-Nov
- Activity Per Day4-7 hours trek
- DestinationKathmandu
Highlights
Trip Overview
Jiri Everest Base Camp follow the footprints of Sir Edmond Hillary and brave Tenzing Norgay
“Opt for the original and most authentic journey to the Everest region of Nepal! Follow the footsteps of the pioneers – Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay to the Everest Base Camp and explore the wilderness of the region.
Unlike other treks to the Everest region, the Jiri Everest Base Camp Trek starts with a drive from Kathmandu to Jiri. One can avoid the flight to Lukla and still get to the Everest region of Nepal.”
Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek is a challenging trip to the Everest region suitable for adventure enthusiasts. It is not like other treks to the Everest region that initiate with a flight to Lukla. It proceeds with an alternative route from Jiri that joins the main trail to the Everest Base Camp. It was the same path that was taken by the first person to conquer Everest, i.e. Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay. The trek begins with a pleasant walk through alluring rural life and lush landscapes, enhanced by jaw-dropping views of snow-clad mountains in the backdrop.
It showcases a picturesque setting of rural life, lush hills, terraced farmlands, pristine air, and the breathtaking beauty of the surrounding mountains. The Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek is not only popular for its natural beauty but also for the cultural richness that can be experienced during the trek. The trail from Jiri to Phakding is inhabited by people from various ethnic groups who have their own religious and cultural values. They have their own unique culture, customs, festivals and lifestyle. Also, the trail traverses from lowland to highland, which is an opportunity to encounter the variety in geography, vegetation, temperature, flora and fauna throughout the way.
Why Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek different from other treks in the Everest region?
Almost all the trekking journeys to the Everest region start with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. But with the Jiri Everest Base Camp Trek, one can refrain from the regular flight to Lukla and opt for a long bus drive to Jiri. From Jiri, there is a path that connects you to the regular trail to Everest Base Camp. Hence, this trek can be a long trek to Everest Base Camp, it is the original trail taken by the pioneers of Everest climbers who climbed the mountain before the construction of the airport in Lukla.
It allows you to immerse yourself in the interesting mix of natural glory, people, villages and their diverse culture. With the Jiri Everest Base Camp Trek, a trekker can experience different aspects of the Everest region in a single go.
The trail we follow Jiri Everest Base Camp Trek!
Jiri Everest Base Camp Trek is an alternate route to the Everest Base Camp Trek without taking a flight to Lukla airport. It starts with a long drive from Kathmandu to Jiri in a bus. From Jiri, the trail traverses through lush and pristine countryside landscape. We pass various villages, farmlands and people on the way to join the main trail of the Everest Base Camp Trek. We walk through the villages like Sete, Junbensi, Nunthala, Khari Khola and Surkhe village on the way to Phakding. Leaving Phakding, we slowly ascend up to enter into Sagarmatha National Park.
We are now on the main trail to Everest Base Camp. We ascend through Namache and pass Tengboche monastery on the way to Dingboche. Further, we ascend up to Lobuche and then to Everest Base Camp via Gorekshep. At the base camp, we can enjoy some amazing views of mountains looming right above us. We also hike up to Kalapatthar to get 360-degree views of towering mountains in the Everest region like Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho-oyu, Mt. Thamserku, Mt. Tawache, etc. The trip ends with a descent down to Lukla airport via Namche.
So, are you willing to test your endurance capacity by immersing in the depths of Mother Nature? Nepal Intrepid Treks escorts you throughout the trail to give you the best out of the Jiri Everest Base Camp Trek. Dissolve into the stunning beauty of the mountains as you traverse deep into the fascinating beauty of the countryside of Nepal! The rural area, the mix of people, their culture and lifestyle of the Everest region via Jiri is ready to awe you with its unique features!
Outline Itinerary
- Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu (1,355 m / 4,446 ft)
- Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley
- Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Bandar (2,190 m / 7,185 ft) | Distance: 179 km (111 miles) | Duration: 7-8 hours.
- Day 04: Trek to Sete (2,940 m / 9,646 ft) | Distance: 12 km (7.4 miles) | Duration: 6 hours.
- Day 05: Trek to Junbesi (2,700 m / 8,858 ft) | Distance: 13 km (8 miles) | Duration: 6.5 hours.
- Day 06: Trek to Nunthala (2,330 m / 7,644 ft) | Distance: 19 km (11.8 miles) | Duration: 6-7 hours.
- Day 07: Trek to Khari Khola (2,100 m / 6,890 ft) | Distance: 12 km (7.4 miles) | Duration: 6 hours.
- Day 08: Trek to Puiyan (2,730 m / 8,957 m) | Distance: 9 km (5.5 miles) | Duration: 5 hours.
- Day 09: Trek to Phakding(2,610 m / 8,563 ft) | Distance: 9 km (5.5 miles) | Duration: 5.5 hours.
- Day 10: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,443 m / 11,296 ft) | Distance: 12 km (7.4 miles) | Duration: 6 hours.
- Day 11: Acclimatisation day in Namche, Short hike to Everest View Hotel (3,880 m / 12,730 ft) | Distance: 7 km (4.3 miles) | Duration: 4 hours
- Day 12: Trek to Tengboche (3,860 m / 12,664 ft) | Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles) | Duration: 6 hours.
- Day 13: Trek to Dingboche (4,450 m / 14,600 ft) | Distance: 12 km (7.4 miles) | Duration: 6 hours.
- Day 14: Acclimatisation day in Dingboche, hike to Nagarsan Hill (5,100 m / 16,732 ft) | Distance: 7.4 km (4.5 miles) | Duration: 4-5 hours.
- Day 15: Trek to Lobuche (4,910 m / 16,109 ft) | Distance: 8 km (4.9 miles) | Duration: 5-6 hours.
- Day 16: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m / 17,598 ft) then back to Gorekshep (5,180 m / 16,863 ft) | Distance: 11.5 km (97.1 miles) | Duration: 7-8 hours.
- Day 17: Hike to Kalapatthar(5,545 m / 18,192 ft) for sunrise, then trek to Pheriche (4,250 m / 13,944 ft) | Distance: 15.5 km (9.6 miles) | Duration: 7-8 hours.
- Day 18: Trek to Namche(3,443 m / 11,296ft) | Distance: 19 km (11.8 miles) | Duration: 7 hours.
- Day 19: Trek to Lukla (2,850 m / 9,350 ft) | Distance: 19.5 km (12.1 miles) | Duration: 7-8 hours
- Day 20: Flight back to Kathmandu (1,355 m / 4,445 ft) | Duration: 30 minutes flight and 20-25 minutes drive.
- Day 21: Leisure Day in Kathmandu
- Day 22: Farewell
Trip Itinerary
As you arrive at the airport in Kathmandu, a representative from Intrepid Treks will welcome you and transfer you to a pre-booked three-star hotel in Kathmandu. A luxurious cab drive will drop you at the hotel. Check in and rest for a while. If there is enough time, you can roam around the Kathmandu city in the evening. Spend your night at a hotel in Kathmandu!
Included/Excluded
- All ground transportation, including airport pick up and drop off
- Kathmandu city tour, all entry fees, tour guide and private vehicle
- Four nights' accommodation in Kathmandu in a 3-star category hotel on BB basis
- Kathmandu city tour, all entry fees, tour guide and private vehicle
- Flight ticket Lukla - Kathmandu
- Daily three-time full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) with a cup of tea during the trek
- Best available twin-sharing basis lodge-to-lodge accommodation during the trek
- Seasonable fruits during the trek
- Necessary documentation and Permit costs to enter into the Sagarmatha National Park Area trek
- Highly experienced English-speaking guide and porter (1 porter will be available to two persons), including their food, salary, accommodation and insurance, etc
- Nepal Intrepid Treks T-shirt, Duffle bag and Trekking map.
- Sleeping bag and down jacket during the trek
- Trip Achievement Certificate
- oxygen cylinder and mask on request with an extra charge
- Government taxes and office service charges during travel
- Nepal entry visa fee
- International air fee
- Travel insurance
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
- All cold drinks, water any beverage are not included on your trip price.
- We provide such service with an extra charge. (Note:– Our option excursions are culture trip, Festival trip, monastery meditation with Lama and Monks, Bird watching, Farming trip other things as per the client's interest).
- Trekking Equipment: (Note: – Clients have to arrange personal trekking equipment such as a trekking pole).
- Tips for drivers, guides and porters are not included in the cost of your package.
Others:-
- Personal expenses such as phone calls, Internet, Laundry, Bar Bill and extra porters.
- Cost arising out of landslide, Road Blocked, Rescue of any form, Cancellation of flight or Reasons beyond our control.
- Any other Expenses which are not mentioned in the price include section.
Dates & Prices
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Good to Know
General Faqs
The Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit and the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit are required.
Traveller Review
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I recently completed Khopra Hill Trek in Nepal with Nepal Intrepid Treks, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. From start to finish, the entire experience was absolutely seamless and deeply memorable.
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I am beyond thrilled to share my second trekking experience with Nepal Intrepid Treks. This time, I completed the Everest Base Camp Trek and Gokyo Lake via Chola Pass, and it was absolutely extraordinary. The beauty of the region is unparalleled, and the journey, though physically demanding, was awe-inspiring at every turn.
The success of my trip can be attributed to the flawless logistics and unwavering support from the entire Nepal Intrepid Treks team. Their professionalism, care, and expertise made all the difference. Last year, I completed the Mardi Himal Trek with them in November. Even this year, I chose to trek in November over October, which is generally considered the best time for trekking in Nepal. I remember last year, Managing Director Lal mentioned to us during our Mardi Himal Trek that if you're comfortable with the cold, November and December are perfect times for hiking to Everest Base Camp Trek—and I can confidently say that this was a great decision after completing the trek. The weather during our trek was fantastic.
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