In summary
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Sports
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Duration15 days
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LevelAdvance
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DestinationHimalaya / Everest
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AgeFrom the age of 18
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CO₂-Emissions225 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
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Languages
English
A minimum of 2 people (including at least 1 adult) are required to book this stay.
In a few words
This trip takes you into Sherpa country , all the way to Kala Patthar and Everest Base Camp ! By plane, you reach the gateway to the Khumbu region, home to Everest. After an unforgettable 45-minute flight alongside the giants of the Himalayan range , you arrive in Lukla, where you begin your trek to Namche Bazaar, a trading town between Tibet and Sherpa country, located at an altitude of 3,440 meters . After a day of acclimatization, you enter the Khumbu Valley and trek amidst the icy walls of mythical peaks, passing through stunning dry-stone villages and numerous mani, stupas, and monasteries perched in the most improbable locations. At the foot of the immense west face of Nuptse, you pass Lobuche to reach Gorak Shep, from where you make your way to Everest Base Camp, facing Icefall, the famous cascade of seracs. Returning to Gorak Shep early the next morning, you begin the ascent of Kala Patthar , the "Black Hill." At 5,600 meters, the highest mountains on Earth reveal themselves, offering an exceptional spectacle—a breathtaking panorama and an unforgettable memory of your trip!
The highlights
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Kala Pattar, the most beautiful viewpoint on Everest
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The ascent to Everest Base Camp
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Optimal acclimatization with a steady ascent from Lukla
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Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
In figures
Autre
- Average duration/day: 5h30
- Average daily elevation gain: 570 m
- Average daily descent: 557 m
Management
During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Languages spoken:
English
English
Guide local
Guide local
You will be accompanied by a local English-speaking guide throughout your stay. He will meet you upon your arrival in Kathmandu, at the airport exit. If you wish, you can also have a French-speaking guide (at an additional cost). Your luggage will be carried by porters during the trek.
Program
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Hotel pick-up and transfer
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Free time. Depending on your arrival time, you will enjoy the lively atmosphere of Kathmandu's old streets to get your first glimpse of Nepalese life. In the early evening, initial briefing with your guide. Welcome dinner.Day 1 -
Flight to Lukla (2800 m) - Phakding (2600 m)
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Positive elevation gain 50 m
- Negative elevation 250 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
An early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla offers panoramic views of the eastern Himalayas; Langtang, Gauri, Shanker, Numbur, Manglungtse, and finally Everest appear during this 45-minute flight. In Lukla (2,700 m), the Sherpas await you with your equipment. The trek begins with a short descent into the Dudh Koshi valley. From the village of Chaunrikarka (2,621 m), the trail heads north through Sherpa villages where wheat, potatoes, corn, and vegetables are cultivated. You cross the Dudh Koshi on a wooden suspension bridge. *Please note: The flight between Kathmandu and Lukla is only operated in good weather conditions. Also, due to congestion at Kathmandu Airport (the same runway for international and domestic flights), the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) is considering operating all flights to Lukla from Ramechhap Airport. The decision has not yet been officially confirmed. So, for the moment, here are the two options: * Domestic flights: Kathmandu – Lukla outbound (45 minutes) and Lukla – Kathmandu return (45 minutes) OR Road transfer to Ramechhap (4 to 5 hours drive) then flight Ramechhap – Lukla outbound (20 minutes) Flight Ramechhap – Kathmandu return (20 minutes), then road transfer to Kathmandu (4 to 5 hours) Private or shared transportDay 2 -
Phakding - Namche Bazar (3440 m)
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 900 m
- Negative elevation 50 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
The day begins with a walk along the Dudh Kosi River. The path climbs gently. Several times, you cross the river, pass the village of Jorsale (2805 m), and then begin a steep ascent to Namche Bazaar. Half an hour later, you can see Mount Everest. You arrive in Namche early enough to explore this famous Sherpa village and its inhabitants. A few shops and Tibetan merchants sell jewelry and handicrafts from Tibet. Every week, a large market is held in Namche where farmers from the surrounding area sell their harvests of wheat, corn, millet, and other grains.Day 3 -
Namche Bazaar.
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 550 m
- Negative elevation 550 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Acclimatization and rest day in Namche (3440 m). Optional half-day hike in the hills above Namche Bazaar. Visit the village of Khumjung (3780 m), with its alpine meadows and first views of the Upper Khumbu mountains: Ama Dablam, Nuptse, and even Everest! Then visit the charming village monastery, famous for displaying a "yeti scalp"... Return to Namche and free time for the rest of the day.Day 4 -
Namche - Phortse (3800m).
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 760 m
- Negative elevation 300 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
You ascend above Namche Bazaar via a gently sloping mountainside path to the Mong Pass, with views of Ama Dablan and Kantega, two of Nepal's most spectacular peaks. You then descend to Phortse Tenga at 3600m on the banks of the Milky Way River (Dudu Khosi) and climb slightly back up to the village of Phortse (3800m). This day allows you to further acclimatize to the altitude.Day 5 -
Phortse - Pangboche (3985 m)
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Positive elevation gain 400 m
- Negative elevation 230 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Beyond Phortse, the altitude truly begins to make itself felt: we are at the gateway to the Upper Khumbu! The track follows the northern slope of the Imja Khola valley before arriving at Pangboche, a Sherpa village dominated by the sublime Ama Dablam. A visit to its 17th-century monastery, the oldest in the region, offers a majestic view of the surrounding mountains.Day 6 -
Pangboche - Dingboche (4410 m)
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Positive elevation gain 525 m
- Negative elevation 100 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
A day of hiking in the Imja Khola valley, heading towards Dingboche. Facing us, the distinctive peak of Ama Dablam dominates the horizon. We follow the river upstream, passing the villages of Syomare and Orsho, before reaching the confluence of the Imja and the stream flowing from the Khumbu glacier. The afternoon is free to explore the area around Dingboche, the largest village in the region.Day 7 -
Dingboche - Lobuche (4930 m)
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 930 m
- Negative elevation 400 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
We gently ascend the left bank of the Khumbu Valley towards Lobuche Peak. We pass a series of magnificent peaks over 6,000 meters (Tabuche, Cholatse, Arakam Tse) overlooking the hamlet of Pheriche, which we pass on the descent. We cross to the other side of the valley once we reach the foot of the Thokla Pass (4,830 m), before beginning a steep climb through the moraines of the Khumbu Glacier. After the pass, the trail easily reaches Lobuche, at 4,930 meters.Day 8 -
Lobuche - Everest Base Camp (5300 m) - Gorakshep (5164 m)
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 7h
- Positive elevation gain 500 m
- Negative elevation 265 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
We've now crossed the 5,000-meter mark! We follow the moraine along a relatively easy path, where slow walking is now the only option given the high altitude. Beyond Gorak Shep, the trail continues to 5,300 meters, where the legendary Everest Base Camp is located! After soaking up the unique atmosphere of this place, we retrace our steps back to Gorak Shep, where we'll spend the night. Note: The round trip to Everest Base Camp is optional. For those who wish, it's possible to end the day at Gorak Shep.Day 9 -
Gorakshep - Kala Pattar (5643 m) - Pheriche (4240 m)
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 7h
- Positive elevation gain 450 m
- Negative elevation 1375 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
The biggest day of hiking of the trip! We woke up early to climb Kala Pattar, the "hill" overlooking Gorak Shep. The trail is steep but not difficult, although the altitude forces us to walk very slowly... A definite effort that is well worth it when we reach the summit: before our eyes, one of the most famous mountain panoramas in the world, with the most beautiful view imaginable of the summit of Sagarmatha, the queen of all mountains! After this memorable moment, it's time to descend to more manageable altitudes: we go back down to Gorak Shep, Lobuche, then we take the valley floor trail that leads to Pheriche, at 4240 meters altitude.Day 10 -
Pheriche - Tengboche - Namche Bazar (3440 m)
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 7h
- Positive elevation gain 500 m
- Negative elevation 1300 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
A long day's walk: we descend the vast Imja Khola valley with Ama Dablam as a backdrop. After passing Pangboche, we cross the river and ascend the pass to Tengboche, famous for its Buddhist monastery, the most important in the region. We then descend into the Dudh Koshi valley and follow the path up the right bank to Namche Bazaar.Day 11 -
Namche Bazaar - Lukla (2860 m)
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 7h
- Positive elevation gain 700 m
- Negative elevation 1300 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
We descend the Dudh Khosi valley via the same route. We pass through Phakding again, then climb back up to Lukla, the end of the trek.Day 12 -
Flight Lukla / Kathmandu
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
In the morning, flight to Kathmandu. On a clear day, the view of the Himalayas is superb. Transfer to the hotel. Free afternoon. Optional: You can visit Patan, a magnificent pedestrian city located 6 km from Kathmandu... one of the most beautiful of the three imperial cities of the valley. Note: The Lukla-Kathmandu flight is subject to weather conditions. It is possible that it may be delayed or canceled. To mitigate this possibility, we have scheduled a contingency day (free time) in Kathmandu the following day. *Please note: The flight between Kathmandu and Lukla only operates in good weather conditions. Also, due to congestion at Kathmandu airport (the same runway for international and domestic flights), the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) is considering operating all flights to Lukla from Ramechhap airport. This decision has not yet been officially confirmed. So for the moment, here are the two possibilities: * Domestic flights: Kathmandu – Lukla outbound (45 minutes) and Lukla – Kathmandu return (45 minutes) OR Road transfer to Ramechhap (4 to 5 hours drive) then flight Ramechhap – Lukla outbound (20 minutes) Flight Ramechhap – Kathmandu return (20 minutes), then road transfer to Kathmandu (4 to 5 hours) Private or shared transportDay 13 -
Kathmandu: Security Day
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Free day in the Nepalese capital. From the hotel, you can explore the Thamel tourist district, the old city, and Durbar Square, with its UNESCO World Heritage-listed monuments, on foot. The historical sites of the Kathmandu Valley are also accessible by taxi. Note: This day can be used as a contingency day in case your Lukla-Kathmandu flight is canceled the previous day. - Optional "Kathmandu Valley Tour" (to be paid upon registration): We offer a guided tour of the main sites in the Kathmandu Valley: Bhaktapur, Pashupatinath, and Bodnath. (See 'Options' section).Day 14 -
End of stay.
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Depending on your flight schedule, transfer to Kathmandu airport. End of stay.Day 15
Note
The program was established based on the latest information available at the time of writing; unforeseen circumstances are always possible, and situations beyond our control may alter its course. Depending on weather and operational conditions, your support team reserves the right to modify this itinerary to ensure the best possible experience and your safety.
Accommodation
- Days 1 to 14
You are staying in a double room in Kathmandu, in a hotel.
During the trek, you'll sleep in lodges: in Nepal, these are houses that have been converted to accommodate hikers. Their comfort varies and is less than that of hotels, but they allow you to undertake high-altitude treks in reasonable conditions: beds, mattresses, toilets, etc. Hot showers are available for a fee in some lodges.
Access
Departure
Aéroport de Katmandou
Day 1
End of stay
Aéroport de Katmandou
Day 15
Airport pick-up and transfer to the hotel.
Go to the starting point
The nearest airport isAéroport de Katmandou
✈️ Here are the routes we recommend to get to Kathmandu:
- From Paris CDG: Flights with stopovers every day on Qatar Airways, Oman Air, Air France, Turkish Airlines, Air India or Air Vistara
- From Lyon, Brussels, Nice: Flights with layovers on Emirates, Turkish Airlines or Qatar Airways
- From Geneva: Flights with layovers every day on Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines or Etihad
- From Marseille, Toulouse: Flights with stopovers every day on Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa or Tap Air Portugal.
Price details
The price includes
- All transfers according to the program
- Domestic flights: Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu
- Hotel or lodge accommodation with breakfast
- English-speaking staff for the entire trek (French-speaking guide optional)
- The trekking team: assistants and porters
- Trekking permits and local taxes
- Staff insurance
The price does not include
- International flights to Kathmandu
- The Nepalese visa (see formalities tab)
- Lunches and dinners (full board optional)
- Sightseeing/Entry Fees to Sites in Kathmandu
- Tips
- Drinks
- In case of bad weather, flights to Lukla may be cancelled. This is why we include a contingency day in the program. However, in the rare event of several consecutive days of bad weather, the flight will be replaced by a helicopter transfer (when possible). This will incur an additional charge, the amount of which may vary depending on availability: starting from €180 per person per flight.
Options
- Single room : CHF96.05 / unit
- Full board : CHF118.92 / unit
- Additional night in Kathmandu - In a double room (before the stay) : CHF36.59 / unit
- Additional night in Kathmandu - In a single room (before the stay) : CHF59.46 / unit
- Additional night in Kathmandu - In a double room (after the stay) : CHF36.59 / unit
- Additional night in Kathmandu - In a single room (after the stay) : CHF59.46 / unit
- French-speaking guide : CHF192.11 / unit
- Private transfer : CHF77.76 / unit
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (
For example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return date. Consider visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to take into account any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
⚠️ French citizens must obtain an individual visa to enter Nepal. Citizens of other countries should consult their consulate or embassy. Visas can be obtained upon arrival in Kathmandu. You also have the option of pre-filling the visa application form online before your departure, no earlier than 15 days before your planned arrival date in Nepal, at: https://nepaliport.immigration.gov.np/online. This procedure will allow you to proceed directly to the visa processing desk, significantly reducing your waiting time upon arrival at Kathmandu Airport. Please bring a passport photo and the following fees for your visa: - $25 (or the equivalent in euros) for a 15-day visa - $40 (or the equivalent in euros) for a 30-day visa - $100 (or the equivalent in euros) for a visa of 31 to 90 days. Return flight to France: Entry to the airport is granted upon presentation of your airline ticket (therefore, the guide cannot accompany you). After checking your luggage, proceed directly through customs and security to the departure lounge. On some flights, customs may require a visa for your final destination (e.g., an Indian visa if you transit through Delhi). In this case, clearly show your second boarding pass (e.g., Delhi - Paris) or explain that you are flying to France.
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (
For example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return date. Consider visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to take into account any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
⚠️ French citizens must obtain an individual visa to enter Nepal. Citizens of other countries should consult their consulate or embassy. Visas can be obtained upon arrival in Kathmandu. You also have the option of pre-filling the visa application form online before your departure, no earlier than 15 days before your planned arrival date in Nepal, at: https://nepaliport.immigration.gov.np/online. This procedure will allow you to proceed directly to the visa processing desk, significantly reducing your waiting time upon arrival at Kathmandu Airport. Please bring a passport photo and the following fees for your visa: - $25 (or the equivalent in euros) for a 15-day visa - $40 (or the equivalent in euros) for a 30-day visa - $100 (or the equivalent in euros) for a visa of 31 to 90 days. Return flight to France: Entry to the airport is granted upon presentation of your airline ticket (therefore, the guide cannot accompany you). After checking your luggage, proceed directly through customs and security to the departure lounge. On some flights, customs may require a visa for your final destination (e.g., an Indian visa if you transit through Delhi). In this case, clearly show your second boarding pass (e.g., Delhi - Paris) or explain that you are flying to France.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
Trekking backpack (90L)
Equipment to bring
- Telescopic hiking poles
- Sleeping bag (comfort temperature -5/-15°C)
- Headlamp and spare batteries
- One 1.5 litre water bottle or two equivalent ones (camel bag or rigid water bottles)
- Water filter or tablets for water treatment
- Toiletries (preferably biodegradable products)
- Quick-drying towel
- Biodegradable cleaning wipes
- Sunglasses with a high protection rating
- High protection sunscreen
- Hand sanitizer
- Handkerchiefs
- Toilet paper
- Books, card games... to keep busy at the end of the day
Note: Some equipment can be rented on-site (sleeping bag, down jacket, crampons, etc.). Expect to pay around €35 per item for a 2-week trip and €50 for 3 weeks (payable locally). If you wish to rent one or more items of equipment before your departure, please let us know so our local team can ensure everything is available upon your arrival. Feel free to contact us for more information.
Clothing to bring
Appropriate mountain trekking gear is essential for this trip. Please note that temperatures can vary from +30°C at the base to -20°C at the summit.
- Cap or hat
- Scarf or neck warmer
- Warm hat and gloves
- Synthetic material T-shirt
- Thermal underwear (for evenings or days at high altitude)
- Warm fleece jacket
- Windproof, waterproof and breathable jacket
- Compact down-type jacket (for breaks or evenings)
- Comfortable walking pants
- Walking socks
- Sturdy and comfortable mountain hiking boots
- Light shoes for the evening
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