22 Days Everest Circuit Trek
The Everest Circuit trek is a popular and challenging trek in the Everest region of Nepal. The journey takes you through the heart of the Khumbu region, through high passes, Renjo la Pass, Cho la pass and Kongma la Pass beautiful gokyo valley and Everest base camp, Cross over the two biggest glacier Ngozumba Glacer and Khumbu glacier. The Everest Circuit offers a Himalayan experience, featuring panoramic views of Mt Everest (8,848 m), Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and Ama Dablam, taking you through rich cultural encounters in traditional Sherpa villages. The trails in this trek take you through diverse landscapes from dense rhododendron forests and glaciers to high-altitude mountain passes and alpine meadows.
Everest Circuit Trek Facts
Lukla
Strenuous
Full board
Tea House trek
Flight
5545 meters
March to May and September to November
1 to 12 pax
Teahouse
Everest Circuit Trek Highlights
- Cross the three high-altitude challenging passes known as Kongma La, Cho La, and Renjo La Pass
- Visit the sacred Gokyo Lake and ascent to the Gokyo Ri
- Witness the beautiful sunrise view above the Himalayas from Kalapatthar
- Walk through the remote and traditional villages like Namche Bazaar, Thame, Chhukung
- Observe the panoramic views of Himalayan peaks like Mount Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and many other peaks
- Experience the hospitality and interact with the local Sherpa people
Everest Circuit Trek Overview
The Everest Circuit trek is an adventurous trekking experience in the Everest Region of Nepal. This trek follows the same trails as the Everest Three Pass Trek, but it is done in a clockwise direction, whereas the Everest Three Pass Trek is done in an anti-clockwise direction. The journey takes you through the Kala Patthar, where you can get a close up views of Everest; witness the sacred Gokyo Lake, then ascend towards Gokyo Ri for panoramic views of the Himalayas; and cross through the Cho La pass, a high altitude pass with nature scenery. This circuit trek takes you through three challenging passes known as Kongma La, Cho La, and Renjo La Pass.
The trek begins with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, and ascends through Sherpa villages like Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Thame, Lumde, etc. The circuit trek follows a clockwise direction, beginning from Namche Bazaar. From there, you will cross two passes known as Renjo La Pass and Cho La Pass, descend to Lobuche, trek to Everest Base Camp, and finally cross Kongma La Pass before descending back to Namche Bazaar. This trek is perfect for those who want to experience high –altitude mountaineering experiences as it includes three challenging passes. You can get to see a brilliant panoramic views of the Himalayan peaks situated in Khumbu region of Nepal. This journey takes you through the sacred and famous Gokyo Lake and ascent towards Gokyo Ri. The Everest Circuit trek is a 22 days trek, offering you with diverse landscapes, traditional Sherpa villages, high-altitude passes, panoramic views of Himalayas, and takes you to the base of Mount Everest.
The Everest Circuit trek is an once-in-a-lifetime adventure that offers Himalayan experience by combining natural beauty, cultural richness, and high altitude challenging passes. From crossing high passes like Renjo La, Cho La, and Kongma La, to standing at the foot of Mount Everest, this trek takes you through the scenic and diverse landscapes of the Khumbu region. The journey takes you through breathtaking mountain panoramas, explore sacred Gokyo Lake, and take you through the traditional Sherpa villages. The Everest Circuit Trek promises challenge, reward, and an experience that stays with you forever.
Everest Circuit Trek Outline
Day 01 - Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1345meters). Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 - Pre-trip Meeting and equipment arrangement. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 - Fly to Tenzing and Hillary Airport in Lukla (2800 meters) from Kathmandu, trek to Phakding (2610 meters) 3 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 04 - Trek to Namche Bazaar (3480 meters) 5 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 05 - Trek to Thame (3820 meters) 5 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 06 - Thame acclimatization day. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 07 - Trek to Lumde (4368meters) 7hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 08 - Early morning crossing over Renjo Pass (5360merers) and trek down to Gokyo( 4790meters) 8hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 10 - Rest day at Gokyo. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 11 - Trek to Thangnak (4700 meters) 4 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Day 12 - Early morning crossing over Cho La Pass (5320merers) and trek down to Dzong La( 4800meters) 8hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 13 - Trek to Lobuche (4930 meters) 4hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Day 14 - Trek to Everest Base Camp (5300 meters) then back to Gorak Shep. 8 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 15 - Early in the morning hike up to Kalapatter (5554 meters) 3 hours and trek down to Lobuche. Overnight at Guesthouse
Day 17 - Trek to crossing over Khumbu glacier and Kongma La pass ( 5535 meters) trek down to chukung ( 4700 meters) 8hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 18 - Trek to Namche Bazaar (3480 meters) 7 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 19 - Trek to Lukla (2795 meters) 6 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 20 - Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu in the morning. Overnight at hotel.
Day 21 - Rest day in Kathmandu.Overnight at hotel.
Day 22 - Transfer to international airport for your final flight departure.
SERVICE INCLUSION
- Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car / van / bus.
- Standard twin sharing accommodation in two/three star hotel in Kathmandu breakfast included (4nights)
- Stander meal Lunch , Dinner, and Breakfast and twin sharing Tea house accommodation during the everest circuit trek.
- A government licensed English speaking Guide during the everest circuit trek, required number of porters ( 1 porter between 2pax), their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and a general first aid kit.
- Shagarmatha National park permit, TIMS card and all necessary permits for everest circuit trek.
- Flight fare from Kathmandu- Lukla – Kathmandu including airport departure taxes in Kathmandu and Lukla airport.
- Surface Transfer from Kathmandu.
- We provide Down Jacket, duffel/kit bag and sleeping bag(which needs to be returned after the everest circuit trek.)
- All our government taxes.
- Tourist service charge, vat.
- Official expense
What's not included?
- Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu.
- Your travel insurance (compulsory).
- Nepal entry visa fee.
- Items of a personal nature such as
- alcoholic drinks, hot and cold drinks, laundry and hot shower.
- Personal trekking Equipments for everest circuit trek.
- Tips for trekking staff and driver.
- Sightseeing/Monument entrance fees during everest circuit trek.
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section.
CANCELLATION
- 20% of the trip cost will be charged for the confirmed trip getting canceled.
- 50% of the trip cost will be charged if canceled between 30 to 10 days before the trip departure date.
- No refund if canceled within 10 days of the trip date or in the case of not showing.
- Regrettably, in the case where the trek/tour cannot be completed due to the customer’s own problem, sickness, or unfavorable weather, there will be no refund.
- If the trekking/tour is extended more than the given itinerary extra charge will be applied accordingly.
- If the agreed trip cannot be organized due to bad weather or any unforeseen events, a similar trip will be organized (in mutual understanding with the travelers).