18-Day Everest High Passes Trek in Nepal with Gokyo and Base Camp
About This Tour
The Everest High Passes Trek (Clockwise) is one of the most demanding and rewarding trekking adventures in the Himalayas, taking you deep into the heart of the...
Duration: 18 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Strenuous · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Kathmandu, Everest Base Camp-South, Lukla, Dingboche, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Phakding, Thame, Lobuche, Kala Patthar, Pangboche, Gorakshep, Gokyo, Sagarmatha National Park, Monjo, Chukhung · Languages: English
Know before you go: Certificate of achievement is available if required.
About Namche Bazaar
Namche Bazaar
Namche Bazaar tour guides from Everest Global Hub can help you acclimatise in the soaring heights of Nepalese Himalayas – think treks, teahouses and more
What's Included
- Airport pickup and drop-off in Kathmandu
- 2 nights' accommodation in Kathmandu (3-Star Hotel) with breakfast
- Domestic flights: Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu with airport transfers
- All required trekking permits and national park fees
- 15 nights' tea house accommodation during the trek (twin sharing)
- All meals during trekking (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Experienced English-speaking, first-aid-trained trekking guide
- Trekking duffel bag
- Staff insurance, salary, accommodation, food, and equipment
- Oximeter and first-aid medical kit
- Drinking water purification tablets
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu
Not Included
- International airfare
- Nepal visa fee
- Travel and medical insurance
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Porter service (available on request)
- Personal expenses and tips for staff
Itinerary
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1Day 01
18-Day Everest High Passes Trek Clockwise Adventure
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu - Transfer to Hotel - Pre-Trip Meeting Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, our representative from Marvel Treks will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Thamel. Later, attend a pre-trip briefing at our office covering trek details, safety, and preparation. Accommodation: 3-Star HotelMeals: - Day 2: Fly to Lukla (2,840m) - Trek to Phakding (2,610m) An early morning scenic flight brings you to Lukla. After meeting the trekking crew, begin your trek along the Dudh Koshi River to Phakding. Accommodation: Tea HouseMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerWalking Time: 3-4 hoursDistance: 7.8 km Day 3: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) Trek through Sherpa villages and cross suspension bridges before entering Sagarmatha National Park. A final steep climb rewards you with stunning views upon arrival in Namche Bazaar. Accommodation: Tea HouseMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerWalking Time: 5-6 hoursDistance: 10.4 km Day 4: Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar Explore Namche, visit the Everest View Hotel, Sherpa museums, and nearby villages while allowing your body to adapt to altitude. Accommodation: Tea HouseMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 5: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Thame (3,820m) Follow the Bhote Koshi River through forests and traditional settlements to reach Thame, a historic Sherpa village known for legendary mountaineers. Accommodation: Tea HouseMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerWalking Time: 5-6 hoursDistance: 6.8 km Day 6: Trek from Thame to Marulung (4,210m) Head north through yak pastures and remote landscapes toward Marulung, gradually gaining altitude. Accommodation: Tea HouseMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerWalking Time: 4-5 hoursDistance: 5.8 km Day 7: Trek from Marulung to Lumde (4,368m) Continue toward the ancient trade route near the Tibet border with stunning views of Renjo La and Kyajo Ri. Accommodation: Tea HouseMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerWalking Time: 3-4 hoursDistance: 2.4 km Day 8: Trek from Lumde to Gokyo (4,790m) via Renjo La Pass (5,360m) Cross the first high pass of the trek with spectacular views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu before descending to the beautiful Gokyo Lakes. Accommodation: Tea HouseMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerWalking Time: 7-8 hoursDistance: 9 km Day 9: Sunrise at Gokyo Ri - Trek to Dragnag (4,750m) Enjoy sunrise views from Gokyo Ri, then trek across the Ngozumpa Glacier to Dragnag. Accommodation: Tea HouseMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerWalking Time: 2-3 hoursDistance: 4.4 km Day 10: Trek from Dragnag to Dzongla (4,830m) via Cho La Pass (5,420m) Cross the challenging Cho La Pass with glacier traversal and dramatic mountain scenery. Accommodation: Tea HouseMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerWalking Time: 6-7 hoursDistance: 9.4 km Day 11: Trek from Dzongla to Gorakshep (5,140m) - Sunset at Kala Patthar Join the Everest Base Camp route, pass memorials, and hike Kala Patthar for sunset views. Accommodation: Tea HouseMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerWalking Time: 5-6 hoursDistance: 10.8 km Day 12: Everest Base Camp (5,364m) - Trek to Lobuche (4,910m) Visit Everest Base Camp, then return via Gorakshep to Lobuche. Accommodation: Tea HouseMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerWalking Time: 7-8 hoursDistance: 15 km Day 13: Trek from Lobuche to Chhukung (4,730m) via Kongma La Pass (5,535m) Cross the highest and most challenging pass of the trek with dramatic alpine views. Accommodation: Tea HouseMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerWalking Time: 7-8 hoursDistance: 10.5 km Day 14: Trek from Chhukung to Tengboche (3,860m) Descend through Dingboche and Pangboche to Tengboche. Visit the famous monastery in the evening. Accommodation: Tea HouseMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerWalking Time: 5-6 hoursDistance: 12.9 km Day 15: Trek from Tengboche to Monjo (2,835m) Descend through forests and villages, passing Namche Bazaar and suspension bridges. Accommodation: Tea HouseMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerWalking Time: 5-6 hoursDistance: 10 km Day 16: Trek from Monjo to Lukla (2,840m) Final trekking day following the Dudh Koshi River back to Lukla. Accommodation: Tea HouseMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerWalking Time: 5-6 hoursDistance: 9.1 km Day 17: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu Return flight to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel and farewell dinner in the evening. Accommodation: 3-Star HotelMeals: Breakfast Day 18: Final Departure Transfer to the airport for your onward journey. Trip concludes. Meals: Breakfast
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Ring Rd, Kathmandu, Nepal