Experience the ultimate adventure and join our Everest Base Camp trek via Jiri which is the most popular trekking journey of Nepal. This expedition will take you to the base of Mount Everest- the roof of the world passing through the restricted zone of the Gaurishankar Conservation Area.
If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding journey combining natural beauty, cultural immersion, and breathtaking views of Mount Everest, then our Everest Base Camp trek via Jiri is perfect for you.
This trek gives you the unique opportunity to walk along the legendary route once taken by Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary. The route includes crossing the villages of Jiri, Bhandar, Sete, Junbesi, Nunthala, Bupsa and Chheplung. These are the least walked villages by trekkers going on the Everest Base Camp journey.
Therefore, you will have seclusion, peace, and privacy till you join the classic trail of Everest Base Camp from Namche. From Namche, the route is the same as trekkers traveling by plane between Kathmandu and Lukla. You will walk through Sagarmatha National Park and have spectacular opportunities to experience the flora and fauna of the Himalayas.
You will now make your way to Tengboche strolling through beautiful villages with monasteries and streets. After passing through Lobuche, you will reach Gorakshep and climb Kala Patthar, where you will be mesmerized by the clear view of the huge peaks including Mount Everest.
On the return trip, we will follow the Tengboche-Namche-Lukla route. After arriving in Lukla and enjoying a short flight, this 20-day Classic Everest Base Camp Trek Via Jiri comes to an end.
Our expert team with experience of more than 15 years has carefully planned the itinerary of this trek with proper days for acclimatization at Namche and Dingboche. We have designed each day with average walking hours so you can adapt to high-altitude settings easily.
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Day | Mode | Route Itinerary | Elev.(m) | Duration | Overnight | Included |
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01 | Flight | Arrival in Kathmandu | 1,300 | ---- | Hotel | Dinner |
02 | Drive | Drive - Jiri - Bhandar | 2,050/2,150 | 8/9 hrs | Guesthouse | B - L - D |
03 | Trek | Bhandar - Sete | 2,500 | 6/7 hrs | Guesthouse | B - L - D |
04 | Trek | Sete - Junbesi | 2,650 | 6/7 hrs | Guesthouse | B - L - D |
05 | Trek | Junbesi - Nunthala | 2,300 | 6/7 hrs | Guesthouse | B - L - D |
06 | Trek | Nunthala - Bupsa | 2,400 | 6/7 hrs | Guesthouse | B - L - D |
07 | Trek | Bupsa - Chheplung | 2,790 | 7/8 hrs | Guesthouse | B - L - D |
08 | Trek | Chheplung - Namche Bazar | 3,340 | 7/8 hrs | Gueshouse | B - L - D |
09 | Rest day | Visit - Everest view Hotel | 3,962 | 3/4 hrs | Guesthouse | B - L - D |
10 | Trek | Namche Bazar - Tengboche | 3,860 | 5/6 hrs | Guesthouse | B - L - D |
11 | Trek | Tengboche - Dingboche | 4,410 | 5/6 hrs | Guesthouse | B - L - D |
12 | Rest day | Acclimatize - Nagarjun hill | 5,000 | 4/5 hrs | Guesthouse | B - L - D |
13 | Trek | Dingboche - Lobuche | 4,940 | 5/6 hrs | Guesthouse | B - L - D |
14 | Trek | Trek - Everest BC - Gorakshep | 5,364/5180 | 8/9 hrs | Guesthouse | B - L - D |
15 | Hike/trek | Trek - Kalapatther - Pheriche | 5,545/4,350 | 7/8 hrs | Guesthouse | B - L - D |
16 | Trek | Pheriche - Namche Bazar | 3,440 | 7/8 hrs | Guesthouse | B - L - D |
17 | Trek | Namche Bazar - Lukla | 2860 | 6/7 hrs | Guesthouse | B - L - D |
18 | Flight | Lukla - Kathmandu | 1,300 | 30 m | Hotel | Breakfast |
19 | Free day | Free and rest day -Kathmandu | ---- | ---- | Hotel | Breakfast |
20 | Flight | Departure to Airport | ----- | ----- | ----- | Breakfast |
After you complete your Visa formalities and exit the gate of the International airport, our representative will meet you and take you to our hotel. If you have some free time, you can visit the nearby street and get accustomed to Nepali culture and environment.
In the evening, we will go for a delightful welcome dinner at one of the typical Nepali restaurants.
After early morning breakfast, we will drive to Bhadar via Jiri on a local bus. At an additional cost, we can also arrange for private transportation to Bhandar.
Driving along the Araniko Highway, we will cross the Sun Koshi River at Lamosaghu. Turning right, we will reach Jiri within 6 to 7 hours of our drive. Next, we will pass the village of Shivalaya and arrive at Bhandar where we will spend the night.
Officially beginning our trek today, we will walk through some cultivated farmlands and cross a small stream. We will then descend steeply for about 2 to 3 hours and reach the village of Kinji. From here we will climb steeply to reach Sete where we will rest for the night.
A lot of ascends and descends await us today. After breakfast, we will climb through the dense rhododendron forest and walk through a wooded area. Then we will climb the gentle slope of Lamjura La Pass decorated with colorful chorten.
We will then go down traversing through the forest of pine, magnolia, and rhododendron that will take us to Junbesi. It is one of the largest towns where we will retire for the night and have some dinner.
After some warming up and breakfast, we will leave Junbesi and hike through the forest. We will view the grand beauty of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Thamserku, Mera Peak, and other mountains for the first time.
We will then cross the suspension bridge over Ringmo Khola and reach the village of Ringmo. After crossing the Trakshindo La pass, we will go down through the denser forest and arrive at Nunthala where we will spend the night.
Leaving Nunthala, we will walk along the milky Dudh Koshi river. We will cross the suspension bridge over the river’s foaming white rapids and trek uphill to Khumbu and Jubing. Then we will descend to cross another suspension bridge and walk uphill to arrive at Bupsa Danda- our overnight destination.
After breakfast, we will hike through the forests and cross the mighty Khari La Pass elevated at 3145 m. Descending from the pass, we will arrive at Paiya. After some rest, we will again go down to the village of Surke.
Crossing the Surke Khola, we will resume our hike along the Dudh Koshi River. Shortly, we will cross another river Chhepling Khola, and arrive at Chheplung where we will stay for the night.
Today we will be joining the classic trail of Everest Base Camp passing through Phakding and Reacginh Namche Bazaar. We will traverse the villages of Thado Koshigaon and Nurning, observing the spectacular view of Kusum Kangara. We will then walk on the tranquil path embellished with prayer flags, prayer wheels, and Mani Walls to reach Phakding.
From Phakding, the route will take us through numerous forests and Sherpa villages to the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park. For about an hour and a half, we will climb steeply and reach Namche where we will retire for the night.
Today is our first acclimatization day at Namche. We will use this day to trek to the famous highest luxurious lodge the Everest View Hotel. It will allow our body to adapt to higher elevations. We will have breakfast at the hotel with incredible views of Kwangde, Thamserku, Kangtega, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and, of course, Mount Everest.
We will then descend to our lodge at Namche and rest for the evening.
Our trail today is relatively easy with not many steep ascend and descend. We will walk through a beautiful path decorated with Stupas, Mani Walls, and prayer flags with a remarkable view of Ama Dablam.
Shortly we will reach the renowned Tengboche monastery where we will spend some time. Then we will descend to the Tengboche village where we will stay for the night.
We have quite a challenging path to pass today but it will be one of the most picturesque trails of the entire trek. We will follow the path along the Imja Khola river and climb up towards Pangboche. We will then walk through the windswept fields of Dingboche where we will have the amazing view of Ama Dablam. We will dine and rest at one of the lodges of Dingbcohe.
This is our second rest day of the entire trek. We will utilize this day by hiking to Nagarjun Hill standing at 5000 m above sea level. The entire Dingboche village with the remarkable view of Ama Dablam and surrounding mountains is visible from the top of the hill.
After spending some time, we will descend to our lodge in the village and rest for the evening.
Leaving Dingboche, we now walk through an easy path to reach Dughla. Here we will rest for a while and ascend steeplu to the top of Dughla Pass rising at 4820 m above sea level. Here, there are numerous monuments, and plaques commemorating those who lost their lives conquering the great Himalayas.
We will now hike to reach Lobuche where we will stay for the night.
Today is the highlight of our trek to the Everest Base Camp via Jiri. We will reach the Everest Base Camp today. But first, we will climb up over the rocky mountainous terrain for about 3 hours which will lead us to Gorakshep. Resting for a while at the village, we will now hike to Everest Base Camp itself.
After spending some time with the trekkers and climbers staying in their colorful tents, we will now return to Gorakhsep for an overnight stay.
Early at dawn, we will hike to the summit of Kalapatthar and witness the mesmerizing sunrise over Chola Tse, Changri, Pumori, Lingtren, Khumbutse, Mount Everest, Nuptse, Ama Dablam and many more. After taking some photographs, we will descend to Gorakshep for a hot meal and some rest.
We will now make our way to Lobuche and Pheriche where we will retire for the night. This small town is home to the Himalayan Rescue Association clinic which provides required treatment to hikers, climbers, and locals.
The trekking trail from now on mostly constitutes a downhill hike. We will hike through the familiar villages of Somare, and Choluneha and reach Pangboche. Further down, we will once again walk past the green forest and vegetation. Shortly, we will arrive at Namche where a hot shower and delicious dinner await us.
With one last look at the magnificent Himalayan Mountains, Khumbu Valley, and Mount Everest, we will now make our way to Lukla descending through the lush green forest and walking through Phakding once again. We will sleep under the bossom of the giant Himalayas for one more time at Lukla.
We will take a beautiful morning flight to Kathmandu from Lukla enjoying the view of majestic mountains from the sky. After 30 minutes, we will land at Kathmandu airport from where we will drive to our hotel in the city. You can spend the rest of the day enjoying and relaxing in the hotel room or stroll on the street of Thamel.
On this day, you can take a city tour of Kathmandu and visit Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, and Durbar Square. You can also shop for souvenirs in Thamel.
Our company representative will meet you at the hotel and drive you to the Kathmandu International Airport about 3 hours before your scheduled flight.
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Optional Addons
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Regarding personal equipment, all trekkers need to bring with them a pair of well-broken trek Boot, a sleeping bag, a down Jacket, pullovers, a neck scarf, etc. for Evening/night/morning use, a Sun Hat, casual warm clothing for day use, some pairs of good quality socks Apart from above please bring slippers, suntan lotions, and personal medication. and your guide (upon request)
Number of People | Price Per Person |
1 Pax | US$ 1700 |
2 Pax | US$ 1400 |
3-5 Pax | US$ 1350 |
6-9 Pax | US$ 1200 |
10-15 Pax | US$ 1100 |
Over 16 Pax | US$ 1050 |
Everest Base Camp Trek Via Jiri is one of the unconventional paths to the Everest Base camp. Therefore it is less crowded than the other conventional routes to the base camp. We will begin our trek from the beautiful village of Jiri and Bhandar which gives us a glimpse of the true rural setting of Nepal.
We will pass numerous Sherpa settlements of the Khumbu region and explore many beautiful impressive Buddhist monasteries. Before reaching Namche Bazaar, we will have the privilege of crossing Lamjura La Pass. After arriving at Namche, we will have a day of rest and we will visit the renowned Everest View Hotel where we will have the most luxurious breakfast in the world.
As we pass through Tengboche, we will explore the Tengboche monastery and participate in daily rituals. We will witness the most impressive landscape surrounded by Ama Dablam and many more panoramic mountains.
As we arrive at the Everest Base Camp, we will have astounding views of Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Nuptse, Pumori, and many more. From Kala Patthar, we will be one of the fortunate onlookers to witness the mystical sunrise over Chola Tse, Changri, Pumori, Lingtren, Khumbutse, Mount Everest, Nuptse, Ama Dablam.
With a short yet exciting flight from Lukla, we will reach Kathmandu. The next day, we will explore the important landmarks of the city including Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, and shop around Thamel.
The best time for Everest Base Camp Trek Via Jiri is from September to November when the weather is mild with the pleasant autumn air. The scenery of the Khumbu region in this season is amazingly beautiful. Another favorable time for this trek is from March to May in spring when the rhododendron forests and the surrounding vistas are in their full glory.
It is also possible to trek in early December but it is best to avoid this trek in winter from late December to February and in the rainy season from June to August due to unfavorable weather conditions, obstructed views, and trail.
The legendary Everest Base Camp stands erected at an altitude of 5364 m above sea level. From Kathmandu, the base camp of the highest mountain lies at a distance of around 200 to 300 km. To cover this distance on foot from Kathmandu, at least 14 days is required.
Since we will be walking in the footsteps of Edmund Hilary and Tenzing Norgay, we will begin our trek from Jiri. This small village is 186.3 km away from the capital which can be covered in a 6 to 7 hours drive by jeep or bus.
From Jiri, we will trek to the village of Namche. It lies 52 km away from Jiri and we need six days to cover this distance on foot. Therefore, this option of trekking from Jiri adds six extra days to the typical 14-day trek to the Everest Base Camp.
Our 20-day Everest Base Camp Trek Via Jiri includes 15 days of actual hiking days. Most of days, we will walk for 6 to 8 hours a day on average. However, the walking distance and duration are based on your pace, terrain, and our overnight village altitude.
You will hike only for 3 to 4 hours when you will be acclimatizing in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche. When resting at Namche, you will trek to Everest View Hotel for 3 to 4 hours. And at Dingboche, you will hike to Nagarjun Danda for 4 to 5 hours.
On the 14th day, you will walk for a maximum of 8 to 9 hours when you trek from Lobuche to Gorakhsep to Everest Base Camp and return to Gorakshep.
The Everest Base Camp Trek Via Jiri is considered a moderately challenging trek for its length and altitude. The highest altitude you will reach in this trek is when you climb the peak of Kala Patthar standing at 5545 m above sea level. While the Everest Base camp is at 5364 m which makes this trek generally easier in terms of altitude. In addition, we have included two acclimatization days at Namche and Dingboche so your body gets plenty of time to adjust to the higher elevation climate.
You also don’t need special technical skills and the use of special equipment to cross the high passes, climb Kala Patthar, or trek to the base camp.
The Everest Base Camp Trek Via Jiri is appropriate for all types of trekkers regardless of their age, experience, and gender. The trek is pretty easy and calm so anyone with good physical fitness who can overcome the long hours of hike each day of the trek can undertake this trek.
Trekking or hiking experience is not required for this trek. We will begin our journey from 1300 m and reach an altitude of nearly 5500 m at Kala Patthar. Therefore, this altitude difference can pose some risk of altitude sickness. So preparing your body before joining this trip with adequate physical training can help you accomplish this trek easily.
We advise every trekker booking this trip to undergo some physical exercise and training sessions at least a month before the date of the trip. Adequate and proper training and exercise can increase your endurance and strengthen your cardio and leg muscles. These measures will help you hike for long hours and cope with the mild symptoms of altitude sickness.
We suggest you practice long walks, cycling, running, and climbing stairs up and down repeatedly. Also, if possible carry out some altitude training sessions by hiking in high altitude mountains of your home country. Deep breathing exercises and meditation will also come in handy when spending nights in high-altitude villages.
Are you short on time and have only two weeks to spend in Nepal? Do you still want to come face to face with Mount Everest? Then you can skip your trek from Jiri and take a direct domestic flight to Lukla. This will allow you to complete the Everest Base Camp trek within two weeks.
If you are not keen to take a flight to Lukla, you can also trek to Everest Base Camp by driving to Salleri from Kathmandu. Then you will hike through the villages of Nunthala, and Jubing and join the route to Phakding. Or, you can fly from Kathmandu to Phaplu and continue to Salleri and hike to Everest Base Camp.
Altitude sickness also known as Acute Mountain Sickness is a problem that can occur when trekking in the Himalayas. The symptoms of this sickness occur when rapidly climbing to an altitude of approximately 3,000m or higher.
Early symptoms of altitude sickness include headaches, nausea, shortness of breath, and fatigue. You can prevent these symptoms from occurring by hiking gradually and using the acclimatization days properly. Also, adequate intake of fluids and water and avoiding smoking and alcohol can also important precautionary measures against altitude sickness.
We guarantee that all of our guides have been trained with reliable information. They will take care of you and take necessary actions when needed.
We will provide all private airport pickup and drop-off services from the international airport of Kathmandu. You will drive to Bhandar from Kathmandu on the local bus. At an additional cost, we can also arrange for a private transfer to Bhandar. Our tour also includes Lula-Kathmandu airfare with a guide.
Regarding meals, you can enjoy a welcome or farewell dinner when you arrive in Kathmandu. When you stay in the capital, we will provide complimentary breakfast every morning. Since there are numerous options for lunch and dinner in the city, we have excluded these services when you stay in the city.
During the trek, you can order meals on the mountain as long as they are on the menu of the lodge or guesthouse where you are staying. Generally, Nepalese dishes are centered around rice, bread, noodles, curry, lentils, and boiled dumplings. All meals are included during the trek, with breakfast and dinner provided at your guesthouse and lunch on the way to your next destination.
The cost of bars and beverage bills, hot and cold drinks, tea, coffee mineral water, hot shower, telephone bills, and laundry are excluded from our services.
The lodges or guesthouses of several villages along the Everest Base Camp Trek Via Jiri are well equipped with the services needed for a comfortable one-night stay. You can easily charge your electrical devices such as mobile, camera, laptop, etc at an additional cost of USD 2 to USD 4.
You will also have an internet connection during most of the trek to Everest Base Camp. Almost all lodges have WIFI connections for their guests at the price of USD 2 to USD 4 per hour. You can also purchase NTC or NCELL SIM in Kathmandu, Lukla, or Namche Bazaar. You can have an internet connection and communication in almost all villages except for the high-altitude remote zone and the base camp.
Since we are trekking from Jiri to Everest Base Camp, along with a Sagarmatha National Park permit and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Municipality Entry Permit, we also need Gaurishankar Conservation Area Permit. As we will be walking through another restricted area of the Gaurishankar Conservation Area.
We will take care of obtaining these permits in your interest. Please provide us with your recent passport-sized photo and passport copy.
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The short and the most common route to Everest Base Camp takes us directly from Lukla to Phakding taking us only two weeks of trek duration. But our Everest Base Camp Trek Via Jiri takes around 20 days of trek duration eliminating the flight to Lukla. We will instead drive to Bhandar via Jiri and hike through some of the rustic villages to reach the Everest Base Camp.
On average, this trek can cost from USD 1200 to USD 1700. The price will be lower if you travel in a group.
You can book this trip online by visiting our website and clicking on this tour package. You can then click on BOOK MY TRIP and pay 20% of the total amount of the trip as an advance payment. You can pay the rest of the amount when you arrive in Kathmandu. Booking confirmation mail will be sent to your contact address.
If you are pregnant, suffering from any chronic illness, or have a weak cardiovascular system, we don’t recommend you to join this trip.
We focus on small group-size trekking tours so our guides can pay equal attention to each member of the group. But during the peak trek season of autumn and spring, sometimes we may have 16 or more people in a group. The more the group members, the lesser will be the cost of your trip. We also organize a private trip for one person but the cost can be high.
No. of People | Price Per Person |
1 Pax | US$ 1700 |
2 Pax | US$ 1400 |
3-5 Pax | US$ 1350 |
6-9 Pax | US$ 1200 |
10-15 Pax | US$ 1100 |
Over 16 Pax | US$ 1050 |
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