Arun Valley to Everest Trek

Hotel transfer and extensive trek briefing.

Fly to the hot, low-altitude Arun Valley and begin walking along the Arun River. We embark on a scenic journey today, taking either a spectacular domestic flight or a drive along winding mountain roads, passing lush terraced fields, fast-flowing rivers, and traditional hillside villages. The changing scenery guides us closer to the starting point of our trek in the heart of the Himalayas.

Walk through tropical terrain, crossing rivers and passing thatched-roof villages.

Ascend steadily towards the base of the pass, entering cooler, terraced farmlands.

A steep climb to cross the Salpa pass, entering the Solukhumbu district, and descending to Sanam. Today is the ultimate challenge. We wake up under a freezing, starlit sky and begin our ascent, using ropes, crampons, and ice axes as we navigate steep snow and ice slopes. Reaching the summit rewards us with a breathtaking 360-degree panorama of the world's highest peaks, a moment of pure triumph.

Descend through dense rhododendron and oak forests to the large Rai village of Gudel.

Cross the Hongu Khola and climb steeply up the opposite side of the valley. Today is the ultimate challenge. We wake up under a freezing, starlit sky and begin our ascent, using ropes, crampons, and ice axes as we navigate steep snow and ice slopes. Reaching the summit rewards us with a breathtaking 360-degree panorama of the world's highest peaks, a moment of pure triumph.

Cross the Surke La pass and descend into the rugged terrain leading to Sibuje.

Trek through deep forests and enter the traditional Sherpa village of Pangum.

Cross the Pangkongma La pass, with distant views of the Khumbu peaks, and descend to Painya.

Join the main, bustling Everest Base Camp trail south of Lukla and continue to Phakding.

Enter Sagarmatha National Park and climb the steep hill to Namche Bazaar. Today is the ultimate challenge. We wake up under a freezing, starlit sky and begin our ascent, using ropes, crampons, and ice axes as we navigate steep snow and ice slopes. Reaching the summit rewards us with a breathtaking 360-degree panorama of the world's highest peaks, a moment of pure triumph.

Spend a dedicated day in Namche Bazaar for rest and altitude acclimatization. You can visit the Sherpa Museum or hike to the Everest View Hotel.

Trek along scenic ridges and through forest trails to reach the beautiful village of Tengboche, home to the region's largest Buddhist monastery.

Ascend above the tree line into the high alpine valley of Dingboche.

A second acclimatization day with a high-altitude hike.

Cross the Thukla pass and follow the Khumbu glacier moraine.

Reach Everest Base Camp and return to Gorak Shep to sleep.

Early morning climb for Everest views, then a long descent. Today is the ultimate challenge. We wake up under a freezing, starlit sky and begin our ascent, using ropes, crampons, and ice axes as we navigate steep snow and ice slopes. Reaching the summit rewards us with a breathtaking 360-degree panorama of the world's highest peaks, a moment of pure triumph.

Retrace your steps down the valley, descending back to Namche Bazaar for a comfortable overnight stay.

The final day of walking back to the airstrip.

Morning mountain flight to Kathmandu. We embark on a scenic journey today, taking either a spectacular domestic flight or a drive along winding mountain roads, passing lush terraced fields, fast-flowing rivers, and traditional hillside villages. The changing scenery guides us closer to the starting point of our trek in the heart of the Himalayas.

Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu for your flight home.