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12 DAYS
Challenging
Marvel at Mount Everest up close at Kongde whilst staying in one of the world’s highest hotels with jaw-dropping views. Enjoy the thrill and utility of using helicopters to and from the mountains and stay in superior accommodations in the Everest region. Experience a real sense of accomplishment in reaching Kongde and summiting Sherpa and Sumdur Peaks, and revel in the epic views from the comfort of your hotels each day. Though still challenging, this walk has slightly easier trekking than other Everest region treks with uncompromised views.
Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport and be met by one of our representatives. Enjoy a private transfer to your 4-star hotel in the Thamel area. Tonight there will be a welcome dinner and a trek briefing about the details of the incredible journey that you will take over the next 11 days.
Accommodation: 4-star Hotel Mulberry
Meals: Dinner
After breakfast, venture out into the Thamel with your guide, visiting all the iconic sites like Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple and Swayambunath (Monkey Temple). The tour will also have you visit off-the-beaten-path locations like Boudhanath Stupa and less-known but very beautiful places that are easy to miss without insider local knowledge. We’ll leave enough time for one of our guides to go through all your hiking gear and allow for any last-minute shopping if needed. Kathmandu is famous for trekking gear and is a lot cheaper than in Western countries.
Accommodation: 4-star Hotel Mulberry
Meals: Breakfast
We start the hike on the Everest base Camp today, but not before taking an epic helicopter ride to Lukla (2860m). This is a real highlight of the trip, with your helicopter skirting the mountains with the mighty Himalayas in full view.
Once you arrive in Lukla there is time to explore a little and enjoy a snack or further shopping. Set off with your guide and porters on what is a very beautiful hike along the Dudh Kosi, one of the many raging rivers you will encounter on this walk. The broad well-maintained track travels through buckwheat farms and small villages to the village of Phakding. Tonight we stay in real luxury for the mountains, in the 3-star Hotel in our very good friend Mingma’s hotel in Phakding.
Distance: 8km/ 3.5hrs
Elevation Gain/Loss: -248m
Accommodation: 3-star hotel with ensuites
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Today is our first challenging ascent on the EBC track. It comes with some very special views, including our first glimpse of Everest and Lhotse (the fourth highest mountain in the world, at 8516m). Hike to the stunning town of Namche and enjoy the authentic and largest Sherpa mountain town in the region. There are an array of shops selling authentic handmade Nepalese handicrafts and jewellery so try and pack light if you want to indulge! You’ll stay in a good quality 3-star hotel for 2 nights, with an amazing restaurant looking over the mountains, including Mnt Kondge.
Distance: 11km/5hrs
Elevation Gain/Loss: 832m
Accommodation: 3-star hotel with ensuites
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
It’s essential to take acclimatisation days in your quest to reach Everest Base Camp to help avoid getting altitude sickness.
So today we enjoy the mountains and, in doing so, build on your hiking fitness with a short walk taking the ridge track above Namche. There are good views over the Everest Base camp track. There are even better views of Everest on the lookout, and on the way down you visit the Sherpa Culture and Everest Mountaineering Museum. There’s time to explore Namche, do some shopping, or relax in one of the many restaurants (or at your hotel) and soak up the mountain atmosphere with the other trekkers and climbers.
Distance: 7km/3.5hrs
Elevation Gain/Loss: 200/-200m
Accommodation: 3-star hotel with ensuites
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
This is a captivating day walking over Nangpa La Pass, the gateway to Tibet. The track takes you to the village of Thamo, catching great views of Cho Oyu Peak (8180m). We cross over the Bhote Khosi River and then arrive in the picturesque village of Thame where we can immerse ourselves once again in the rich cultural heritage of the region.
Distance: 9.5km/5hrs
Elevation Gain/Loss: 460m
Accommodation: Comfortable lodge
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Today’s hike up to the summit of Sumdur Peak is extraordinary – an exhilarating experience with breathtaking vistas. As you venture up the mountain the landscape unfurls before your eyes, revealing an awe-inspiring panorama like no other in the Everest region. There are views over almost all of the Khumbu region, including Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam. This hike is rated by the Sherpa community as being one of the best in the whole region because of its grandeur.
Distance: 8km/6hrs
Elevation Gain/Loss: 1329m/-1329m
Accommodation: Comfortable lodge
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
On today’s incredible walk, we are almost guaranteed to have the track to ourselves. Soak up the incredible, bucket-list views of Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Gyjungkhang, and so on! We make our way to the highly reputed Kongde Hotel where we stay, one of the highest hotels on the planet and one of the best in the Everest region. Savour a drink on the magnificent terrace and enjoy what is one of the best vistas from any hotel in the world.
Distance: 11km / 5-6 hrs
Elevation Gain/Loss: 300m
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Kongde Hotel
If you thought yesterday was the ‘best day ever’ you’re in for a treat today, with another stunning hike! Today we either trek to Pharak Peak (4900m) or Sherpa Peak depending on the conditions. Both deliver magnificent views once again over Everest, Ama Dablam, Makalu and Thamseku, and also Mnt Kongde. But the real highlight is the walk out to the Kongde Glacial lake, just below the Peak. The reflection of the mountains on the lake is one of the most iconic views in the Himalayas.
Distance: 8km / 5-6 hrs
Elevation Gain/Loss: 800m
Accommodation: Comfortable lodge
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Today revel in your achievement of reaching the summits of the Sumdur and Sherpa peaks, and top it off with an epic helicopter ride back to Kathmandu. This breathtaking and unique journey takes you back down the mountains and via the foothills to Kathmandu – not only delivering astonishing views, but saving your knees walking downhill too! After a magical hour or so in the sky, be transferred back to your 4-star hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
Accommodation: 4-star Hotel Mulberry
Meals: Breakfast
Even with the use of helicopters, the weather can, on very rare occasions, make travel unpredictable. In order to ensure your acclimitisation is not rushed, and/or risk missing an international flight with any unavoidable delays, we have factored in this contingency day. It is most likely that this extra day will be spent in Kathmandu as a recovery day – you could indulge in meditation or yoga, a massage or simply relax around the infinity pool. Or all of the above!
Accommodation: 4-star Hotel Mulberry
Meals: Breakfast and farewell dinner at Mingma’s restaurant
The tour ends after breakfast, but depending on your onward travel arrangements, take a walk around Kathmandu or indulge yourself with a massage. We can happily book more days for you in Kathmandu (at extra cost) if you would like to stay on. Be transferred back to the airport – just let our team know what time you would like once you are back in Kathmandu.
Meals: Breakfast
During this tour, you will stay for 4 nights in a 4-star hotel in Kathmandu, and the highest quality 3-star accommodations available in the mountains.
All the accommodations are accustomed to welcoming trekkers and very well-equipped to make your stay comfortable regardless of the weather conditions. Typically, rooms are very comfortable with ensuites. Continue to be well looked after as you ascend towards Kongde. Kongde is one of the highest hotels on the planet and retains an exceptional standard of delivery given its location. Unlike many high-altitude accommodations on the traditional EBC trek, those on this trip will ensure a comfortable and warm stay.
Wifi is available at all accommodations thanks to a Starlink-type product. A pass needs to be bought daily which gives you enough GIGS to email and phone on WhatsApp.
Dining
You will be provided with 11 breakfasts and 9 dinners. Enjoy a welcome dinner at an authentic Nepalese restaurant on arrival and a farewell dinner at a beautiful open-air contemporary Nepalese restaurant on one of the last 2 nights. On the trek, you can order off the menus for breakfast and dinner. Lunch can be obtained as you walk and is part of the experience. The food is good throughout the trek.
You can of course bring snacks with you from Kathmandu or your home country. You can buy beer, soft drinks, chocolate and various snacks at almost all the accommodations. Dahl Baht, the local delicacy, is recommended – at altitude, you’ll need to keep your calorie intake up.
If you have any food allergies or intolerances, please let us know at the time of booking so we can let your hosts know. Please note it is not always possible to accommodate all dietary requirements in the mountains. Should you have severe food allergies, it’s always worth bringing a few of your snacks with you, especially as the range of food can be limited here.
The hotels available in Kathmandu vary both in quality but also in location. We stay in the 4-star Mulberry located in the Thamel but away from the busiest part, in a very quiet nook. It is only a short 100m walk to the shopping district. The hotel restaurant, where you will have breakfast, is well-rated and has a lovely garden outlook. The spacious foyer and reception area is a lovely place to relax, as is the infinity pool or adjacent bar with amazing views over the Thamel. The gym with sky views is also available if you want to get in some last-minute training.
The rooms have excellent contemporary interiors with abundant natural light with views over Kathmandu, not to mention ample space with luxurious amenities, including free wifi internet, 40” LED TV, AC, toiletries etc. The rooms at the Mulberry offer the opportunity to experience Kathmandu & its cultural heritage from the heart of the city while enjoying world-class luxuries & comfort away from the hassle. A perfect start to your trek.
The hotels available in Kathmandu vary both in quality but also in location. We stay in the 4-star Mulberry located in the Thamel but away from the busiest part, in a very quiet nook. It is only a short 100m walk to the shopping district. The hotel restaurant, where you will have breakfast, is well-rated and has a lovely garden outlook. The spacious foyer and reception area is a lovely place to relax, as is the infinity pool or adjacent bar with amazing views over the Thamel. The gym with sky views is also available if you want to get in some last-minute training.
The rooms have excellent contemporary interiors with abundant natural light with views over Kathmandu, not to mention ample space with luxurious amenities, including free wifi internet, 40” LED TV, AC, toiletries etc. The rooms at the Mulberry offer the opportunity to experience Kathmandu & its cultural heritage from the heart of the city while enjoying world-class luxuries & comfort away from the hassle. A perfect start to your trek.
The hotels available in Kathmandu vary both in quality but also in location. We stay in the 4-star Mulberry located in the Thamel but away from the busiest part, in a very quiet nook. It is only a short 100m walk to the shopping district. The hotel restaurant, where you will have breakfast, is well-rated and has a lovely garden outlook. The spacious foyer and reception area is a lovely place to relax, as is the infinity pool or adjacent bar with amazing views over the Thamel. The gym with sky views is also available if you want to get in some last-minute training.
The rooms have excellent contemporary interiors with abundant natural light with views over Kathmandu, not to mention ample space with luxurious amenities, including free wifi internet, 40” LED TV, AC, toiletries etc. The rooms at the Mulberry offer the opportunity to experience Kathmandu & its cultural heritage from the heart of the city while enjoying world-class luxuries & comfort away from the hassle. A perfect start to your trek.
The hotels available in Kathmandu vary both in quality but also in location. We stay in the 4-star Mulberry located in the Thamel but away from the busiest part, in a very quiet nook. It is only a short 100m walk to the shopping district. The hotel restaurant, where you will have breakfast, is well-rated and has a lovely garden outlook. The spacious foyer and reception area is a lovely place to relax, as is the infinity pool or adjacent bar with amazing views over the Thamel. The gym with sky views is also available if you want to get in some last-minute training.
The rooms have excellent contemporary interiors with abundant natural light with views over Kathmandu, not to mention ample space with luxurious amenities, including free wifi internet, 40” LED TV, AC, toiletries etc. The rooms at the Mulberry offer the opportunity to experience Kathmandu & its cultural heritage from the heart of the city while enjoying world-class luxuries & comfort away from the hassle. A perfect start to your trek.
The hotels available in Kathmandu vary both in quality but also in location. We stay in the 4-star Mulberry located in the Thamel but away from the busiest part, in a very quiet nook. It is only a short 100m walk to the shopping district. The hotel restaurant, where you will have breakfast, is well-rated and has a lovely garden outlook. The spacious foyer and reception area is a lovely place to relax, as is the infinity pool or adjacent bar with amazing views over the Thamel. The gym with sky views is also available if you want to get in some last-minute training.
The rooms have excellent contemporary interiors with abundant natural light with views over Kathmandu, not to mention ample space with luxurious amenities, including free wifi internet, 40” LED TV, AC, toiletries etc. The rooms at the Mulberry offer the opportunity to experience Kathmandu & its cultural heritage from the heart of the city while enjoying world-class luxuries & comfort away from the hassle. A perfect start to your trek.
Tonight is a special stay as the 3-star hotel belongs to our team on the ground. Enjoy a very comfortable stay in the ensuite rooms, where electric blankets will keep you nice and warm. The restaurant is light and spacious and overlooks the garden. Our good friend Mingma’s family will be your hosts, and in typical Sherpa style are sure to feed you very well! Ask for the chicken wings or the chicken curry, both are superb.
Tonight is a special stay as the 3-star hotel belongs to our team on the ground. Enjoy a very comfortable stay in the ensuite rooms, where electric blankets will keep you nice and warm. The restaurant is light and spacious and overlooks the garden. Our good friend Mingma’s family will be your hosts, and in typical Sherpa style are sure to feed you very well! Ask for the chicken wings or the chicken curry, both are superb.
Tonight is a special stay as the 3-star hotel belongs to our team on the ground. Enjoy a very comfortable stay in the ensuite rooms, where electric blankets will keep you nice and warm. The restaurant is light and spacious and overlooks the garden. Our good friend Mingma’s family will be your hosts, and in typical Sherpa style are sure to feed you very well! Ask for the chicken wings or the chicken curry, both are superb.
Tonight is a special stay as the 3-star hotel belongs to our team on the ground. Enjoy a very comfortable stay in the ensuite rooms, where electric blankets will keep you nice and warm. The restaurant is light and spacious and overlooks the garden. Our good friend Mingma’s family will be your hosts, and in typical Sherpa style are sure to feed you very well! Ask for the chicken wings or the chicken curry, both are superb.
Tonight is another special stay at a 3-star hotel. The ensuite rooms are all excellent. The restaurant overlooks the valley and the town which is built on the side of a mountain. Enjoy tasty food from the toasty restaurant!
Tonight is another special stay at a 3-star hotel. The ensuite rooms are all excellent. The restaurant overlooks the valley and the town which is built on the side of a mountain. Enjoy tasty food from the toasty restaurant!
Tonight is another special stay at a 3-star hotel. The ensuite rooms are all excellent. The restaurant overlooks the valley and the town which is built on the side of a mountain. Enjoy tasty food from the toasty restaurant!
Tonight is another special stay at a 3-star hotel. The ensuite rooms are all excellent. The restaurant overlooks the valley and the town which is built on the side of a mountain. Enjoy tasty food from the toasty restaurant!
Tonight is another special stay at a cosy lodge, again with comfortable and warm ensuite rooms. The lodge location is stunning and overlooks the valley and the mountains and the restaurant will provide you with excellent meals.
Tonight is another special stay at a cosy lodge, again with comfortable and warm ensuite rooms. The lodge location is stunning and overlooks the valley and the mountains and the restaurant will provide you with excellent meals.
Tonight is another special stay at a cosy lodge, again with comfortable and warm ensuite rooms. The lodge location is stunning and overlooks the valley and the mountains and the restaurant will provide you with excellent meals.
Tonight is another special stay at a cosy lodge, again with comfortable and warm ensuite rooms. The lodge location is stunning and overlooks the valley and the mountains and the restaurant will provide you with excellent meals.
Tonight is another special stay at a cosy lodge, again with comfortable and warm ensuite rooms. The lodge location is stunning and overlooks the valley and the mountains and the restaurant will provide you with excellent meals.
This hotel might be the most epic in the whole region. Considering the remoteness, the comfort level is superb and akin to what you might expect in a city. Stay in an ensuite room, keep warm with the electric blankets, and enjoy authentic and delicious food. This is one of the highest hotels in the world with views second to none. We leave from here on the last morning by helicopter – the flight alone is worth the walk!
This hotel might be the most epic in the whole region. Considering the remoteness, the comfort level is superb and akin to what you might expect in a city. Stay in an ensuite room, keep warm with the electric blankets, and enjoy authentic and delicious food. This is one of the highest hotels in the world with views second to none. We leave from here on the last morning by helicopter – the flight alone is worth the walk!
This hotel might be the most epic in the whole region. Considering the remoteness, the comfort level is superb and akin to what you might expect in a city. Stay in an ensuite room, keep warm with the electric blankets, and enjoy authentic and delicious food. This is one of the highest hotels in the world with views second to none. We leave from here on the last morning by helicopter – the flight alone is worth the walk!
This hotel might be the most epic in the whole region. Considering the remoteness, the comfort level is superb and akin to what you might expect in a city. Stay in an ensuite room, keep warm with the electric blankets, and enjoy authentic and delicious food. This is one of the highest hotels in the world with views second to none. We leave from here on the last morning by helicopter – the flight alone is worth the walk!
This hotel might be the most epic in the whole region. Considering the remoteness, the comfort level is superb and akin to what you might expect in a city. Stay in an ensuite room, keep warm with the electric blankets, and enjoy authentic and delicious food. This is one of the highest hotels in the world with views second to none. We leave from here on the last morning by helicopter – the flight alone is worth the walk!
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This walk is available in March, April, May, September, October and November.
Please contact us if the departure dates displayed do not suit you as we can easily arrange another more suitable date for your group.
If you have your own small group, we can lock away your departure date from your group at 4 or more pax.
Challenging. This track is rated one rating less than our other Everest region treks because we can really take our time ascending and avoid some of the walking at altitude with the crowds, whilst not sacrificing any of the experience.
Tracks and trails on this tour will have prolonged ascents, but virtually no descent, along mainly well-travelled tracks. There are a few long sections of elevation and some sections of steps. An average of 9km, 600m ascent each day. Having an active lifestyle and preparing or being an experienced walker will make the journey more enjoyable. Altitude is the biggest challenge, but rest assured: we have 2 acclimatisation days and take extra care not to ascend too quickly.
Your local guide is an expert mountaineer with in-depth knowledge of the track.
This walk starts and ends at Kathmandu Airport.
Kathmandu Airport
The trip starts with a transfer from Kathmandu Airport to your accommodation. You will be met at the airport by one of our representatives so please let us know your travel plans so we can arrange your private transfer. If you are already in Nepal then the walk starts at your hotel.
At the end of the trip, we transfer you back to the airport for your international flight.
A useful planning tool for travel is Rome2Rio should you be travelling from or to other destinations.
Each morning it will be up to you to pack your bag and place your luggage outside your room. Your guide will let you know what to do. Bags must be less than 12.5kg and be Soft Bags (i.e. not hard cases).
Importantly, any excess kilos can be stored at the hotel in Kathmandu.
We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.
For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.
We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office. See the FAQ section for more information.
The Everest region is powered by hydro electricity. In peak season, supply is limited and power outages may occur so we advise bringing a powerbank/ back up batteries for your phones, cameras and electronics.
Hot showers are mostly powered by solar panels or a gas-fired water heater. On very rare occasions hot showers may not be available.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants. You can get in touch with us via our contact form or email us at info@stroll.com
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Marvel at Mount Everest up close at Kongde whilst staying in one of the world’s highest hotels with jaw-dropping views. Enjoy the thrill and utility of using helicopters to and from the mountains and stay in superior accommodations in the Everest region. Experience a real sense of accomplishment in reaching Kongde and summiting Sherpa and Sumdur Peaks, and revel in the epic views from the comfort of your hotels each day. Though still challenging, this walk has slightly easier trekking than other Everest region treks with uncompromised views.
Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport and be met by one of our representatives. Enjoy a private transfer to your 4-star hotel in the Thamel area. Tonight there will be a welcome dinner and a trek briefing about the details of the incredible journey that you will take over the next 11 days.
Accommodation: 4-star Hotel Mulberry
Meals: Dinner
After breakfast, venture out into the Thamel with your guide, visiting all the iconic sites like Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple and Swayambunath (Monkey Temple). The tour will also have you visit off-the-beaten-path locations like Boudhanath Stupa and less-known but very beautiful places that are easy to miss without insider local knowledge. We’ll leave enough time for one of our guides to go through all your hiking gear and allow for any last-minute shopping if needed. Kathmandu is famous for trekking gear and is a lot cheaper than in Western countries.
Accommodation: 4-star Hotel Mulberry
Meals: Breakfast
We start the hike on the Everest base Camp today, but not before taking an epic helicopter ride to Lukla (2860m). This is a real highlight of the trip, with your helicopter skirting the mountains with the mighty Himalayas in full view.
Once you arrive in Lukla there is time to explore a little and enjoy a snack or further shopping. Set off with your guide and porters on what is a very beautiful hike along the Dudh Kosi, one of the many raging rivers you will encounter on this walk. The broad well-maintained track travels through buckwheat farms and small villages to the village of Phakding. Tonight we stay in real luxury for the mountains, in the 3-star Hotel in our very good friend Mingma’s hotel in Phakding.
Distance: 8km/ 3.5hrs
Elevation Gain/Loss: -248m
Accommodation: 3-star hotel with ensuites
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Today is our first challenging ascent on the EBC track. It comes with some very special views, including our first glimpse of Everest and Lhotse (the fourth highest mountain in the world, at 8516m). Hike to the stunning town of Namche and enjoy the authentic and largest Sherpa mountain town in the region. There are an array of shops selling authentic handmade Nepalese handicrafts and jewellery so try and pack light if you want to indulge! You’ll stay in a good quality 3-star hotel for 2 nights, with an amazing restaurant looking over the mountains, including Mnt Kondge.
Distance: 11km/5hrs
Elevation Gain/Loss: 832m
Accommodation: 3-star hotel with ensuites
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
It’s essential to take acclimatisation days in your quest to reach Everest Base Camp to help avoid getting altitude sickness.
So today we enjoy the mountains and, in doing so, build on your hiking fitness with a short walk taking the ridge track above Namche. There are good views over the Everest Base camp track. There are even better views of Everest on the lookout, and on the way down you visit the Sherpa Culture and Everest Mountaineering Museum. There’s time to explore Namche, do some shopping, or relax in one of the many restaurants (or at your hotel) and soak up the mountain atmosphere with the other trekkers and climbers.
Distance: 7km/3.5hrs
Elevation Gain/Loss: 200/-200m
Accommodation: 3-star hotel with ensuites
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
This is a captivating day walking over Nangpa La Pass, the gateway to Tibet. The track takes you to the village of Thamo, catching great views of Cho Oyu Peak (8180m). We cross over the Bhote Khosi River and then arrive in the picturesque village of Thame where we can immerse ourselves once again in the rich cultural heritage of the region.
Distance: 9.5km/5hrs
Elevation Gain/Loss: 460m
Accommodation: Comfortable lodge
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Today’s hike up to the summit of Sumdur Peak is extraordinary – an exhilarating experience with breathtaking vistas. As you venture up the mountain the landscape unfurls before your eyes, revealing an awe-inspiring panorama like no other in the Everest region. There are views over almost all of the Khumbu region, including Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam. This hike is rated by the Sherpa community as being one of the best in the whole region because of its grandeur.
Distance: 8km/6hrs
Elevation Gain/Loss: 1329m/-1329m
Accommodation: Comfortable lodge
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
On today’s incredible walk, we are almost guaranteed to have the track to ourselves. Soak up the incredible, bucket-list views of Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Gyjungkhang, and so on! We make our way to the highly reputed Kongde Hotel where we stay, one of the highest hotels on the planet and one of the best in the Everest region. Savour a drink on the magnificent terrace and enjoy what is one of the best vistas from any hotel in the world.
Distance: 11km / 5-6 hrs
Elevation Gain/Loss: 300m
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Kongde Hotel
If you thought yesterday was the ‘best day ever’ you’re in for a treat today, with another stunning hike! Today we either trek to Pharak Peak (4900m) or Sherpa Peak depending on the conditions. Both deliver magnificent views once again over Everest, Ama Dablam, Makalu and Thamseku, and also Mnt Kongde. But the real highlight is the walk out to the Kongde Glacial lake, just below the Peak. The reflection of the mountains on the lake is one of the most iconic views in the Himalayas.
Distance: 8km / 5-6 hrs
Elevation Gain/Loss: 800m
Accommodation: Comfortable lodge
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Today revel in your achievement of reaching the summits of the Sumdur and Sherpa peaks, and top it off with an epic helicopter ride back to Kathmandu. This breathtaking and unique journey takes you back down the mountains and via the foothills to Kathmandu – not only delivering astonishing views, but saving your knees walking downhill too! After a magical hour or so in the sky, be transferred back to your 4-star hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
Accommodation: 4-star Hotel Mulberry
Meals: Breakfast
Even with the use of helicopters, the weather can, on very rare occasions, make travel unpredictable. In order to ensure your acclimitisation is not rushed, and/or risk missing an international flight with any unavoidable delays, we have factored in this contingency day. It is most likely that this extra day will be spent in Kathmandu as a recovery day – you could indulge in meditation or yoga, a massage or simply relax around the infinity pool. Or all of the above!
Accommodation: 4-star Hotel Mulberry
Meals: Breakfast and farewell dinner at Mingma’s restaurant
The tour ends after breakfast, but depending on your onward travel arrangements, take a walk around Kathmandu or indulge yourself with a massage. We can happily book more days for you in Kathmandu (at extra cost) if you would like to stay on. Be transferred back to the airport – just let our team know what time you would like once you are back in Kathmandu.
Meals: Breakfast
During this tour, you will stay for 4 nights in a 4-star hotel in Kathmandu, and the highest quality 3-star accommodations available in the mountains.
All the accommodations are accustomed to welcoming trekkers and very well-equipped to make your stay comfortable regardless of the weather conditions. Typically, rooms are very comfortable with ensuites. Continue to be well looked after as you ascend towards Kongde. Kongde is one of the highest hotels on the planet and retains an exceptional standard of delivery given its location. Unlike many high-altitude accommodations on the traditional EBC trek, those on this trip will ensure a comfortable and warm stay.
Wifi is available at all accommodations thanks to a Starlink-type product. A pass needs to be bought daily which gives you enough GIGS to email and phone on WhatsApp.
Dining
You will be provided with 11 breakfasts and 9 dinners. Enjoy a welcome dinner at an authentic Nepalese restaurant on arrival and a farewell dinner at a beautiful open-air contemporary Nepalese restaurant on one of the last 2 nights. On the trek, you can order off the menus for breakfast and dinner. Lunch can be obtained as you walk and is part of the experience. The food is good throughout the trek.
You can of course bring snacks with you from Kathmandu or your home country. You can buy beer, soft drinks, chocolate and various snacks at almost all the accommodations. Dahl Baht, the local delicacy, is recommended – at altitude, you’ll need to keep your calorie intake up.
If you have any food allergies or intolerances, please let us know at the time of booking so we can let your hosts know. Please note it is not always possible to accommodate all dietary requirements in the mountains. Should you have severe food allergies, it’s always worth bringing a few of your snacks with you, especially as the range of food can be limited here.
The hotels available in Kathmandu vary both in quality but also in location. We stay in the 4-star Mulberry located in the Thamel but away from the busiest part, in a very quiet nook. It is only a short 100m walk to the shopping district. The hotel restaurant, where you will have breakfast, is well-rated and has a lovely garden outlook. The spacious foyer and reception area is a lovely place to relax, as is the infinity pool or adjacent bar with amazing views over the Thamel. The gym with sky views is also available if you want to get in some last-minute training.
The rooms have excellent contemporary interiors with abundant natural light with views over Kathmandu, not to mention ample space with luxurious amenities, including free wifi internet, 40” LED TV, AC, toiletries etc. The rooms at the Mulberry offer the opportunity to experience Kathmandu & its cultural heritage from the heart of the city while enjoying world-class luxuries & comfort away from the hassle. A perfect start to your trek.
The hotels available in Kathmandu vary both in quality but also in location. We stay in the 4-star Mulberry located in the Thamel but away from the busiest part, in a very quiet nook. It is only a short 100m walk to the shopping district. The hotel restaurant, where you will have breakfast, is well-rated and has a lovely garden outlook. The spacious foyer and reception area is a lovely place to relax, as is the infinity pool or adjacent bar with amazing views over the Thamel. The gym with sky views is also available if you want to get in some last-minute training.
The rooms have excellent contemporary interiors with abundant natural light with views over Kathmandu, not to mention ample space with luxurious amenities, including free wifi internet, 40” LED TV, AC, toiletries etc. The rooms at the Mulberry offer the opportunity to experience Kathmandu & its cultural heritage from the heart of the city while enjoying world-class luxuries & comfort away from the hassle. A perfect start to your trek.
The hotels available in Kathmandu vary both in quality but also in location. We stay in the 4-star Mulberry located in the Thamel but away from the busiest part, in a very quiet nook. It is only a short 100m walk to the shopping district. The hotel restaurant, where you will have breakfast, is well-rated and has a lovely garden outlook. The spacious foyer and reception area is a lovely place to relax, as is the infinity pool or adjacent bar with amazing views over the Thamel. The gym with sky views is also available if you want to get in some last-minute training.
The rooms have excellent contemporary interiors with abundant natural light with views over Kathmandu, not to mention ample space with luxurious amenities, including free wifi internet, 40” LED TV, AC, toiletries etc. The rooms at the Mulberry offer the opportunity to experience Kathmandu & its cultural heritage from the heart of the city while enjoying world-class luxuries & comfort away from the hassle. A perfect start to your trek.
The hotels available in Kathmandu vary both in quality but also in location. We stay in the 4-star Mulberry located in the Thamel but away from the busiest part, in a very quiet nook. It is only a short 100m walk to the shopping district. The hotel restaurant, where you will have breakfast, is well-rated and has a lovely garden outlook. The spacious foyer and reception area is a lovely place to relax, as is the infinity pool or adjacent bar with amazing views over the Thamel. The gym with sky views is also available if you want to get in some last-minute training.
The rooms have excellent contemporary interiors with abundant natural light with views over Kathmandu, not to mention ample space with luxurious amenities, including free wifi internet, 40” LED TV, AC, toiletries etc. The rooms at the Mulberry offer the opportunity to experience Kathmandu & its cultural heritage from the heart of the city while enjoying world-class luxuries & comfort away from the hassle. A perfect start to your trek.
The hotels available in Kathmandu vary both in quality but also in location. We stay in the 4-star Mulberry located in the Thamel but away from the busiest part, in a very quiet nook. It is only a short 100m walk to the shopping district. The hotel restaurant, where you will have breakfast, is well-rated and has a lovely garden outlook. The spacious foyer and reception area is a lovely place to relax, as is the infinity pool or adjacent bar with amazing views over the Thamel. The gym with sky views is also available if you want to get in some last-minute training.
The rooms have excellent contemporary interiors with abundant natural light with views over Kathmandu, not to mention ample space with luxurious amenities, including free wifi internet, 40” LED TV, AC, toiletries etc. The rooms at the Mulberry offer the opportunity to experience Kathmandu & its cultural heritage from the heart of the city while enjoying world-class luxuries & comfort away from the hassle. A perfect start to your trek.
Tonight is a special stay as the 3-star hotel belongs to our team on the ground. Enjoy a very comfortable stay in the ensuite rooms, where electric blankets will keep you nice and warm. The restaurant is light and spacious and overlooks the garden. Our good friend Mingma’s family will be your hosts, and in typical Sherpa style are sure to feed you very well! Ask for the chicken wings or the chicken curry, both are superb.
Tonight is a special stay as the 3-star hotel belongs to our team on the ground. Enjoy a very comfortable stay in the ensuite rooms, where electric blankets will keep you nice and warm. The restaurant is light and spacious and overlooks the garden. Our good friend Mingma’s family will be your hosts, and in typical Sherpa style are sure to feed you very well! Ask for the chicken wings or the chicken curry, both are superb.
Tonight is a special stay as the 3-star hotel belongs to our team on the ground. Enjoy a very comfortable stay in the ensuite rooms, where electric blankets will keep you nice and warm. The restaurant is light and spacious and overlooks the garden. Our good friend Mingma’s family will be your hosts, and in typical Sherpa style are sure to feed you very well! Ask for the chicken wings or the chicken curry, both are superb.
Tonight is a special stay as the 3-star hotel belongs to our team on the ground. Enjoy a very comfortable stay in the ensuite rooms, where electric blankets will keep you nice and warm. The restaurant is light and spacious and overlooks the garden. Our good friend Mingma’s family will be your hosts, and in typical Sherpa style are sure to feed you very well! Ask for the chicken wings or the chicken curry, both are superb.
Tonight is another special stay at a 3-star hotel. The ensuite rooms are all excellent. The restaurant overlooks the valley and the town which is built on the side of a mountain. Enjoy tasty food from the toasty restaurant!
Tonight is another special stay at a 3-star hotel. The ensuite rooms are all excellent. The restaurant overlooks the valley and the town which is built on the side of a mountain. Enjoy tasty food from the toasty restaurant!
Tonight is another special stay at a 3-star hotel. The ensuite rooms are all excellent. The restaurant overlooks the valley and the town which is built on the side of a mountain. Enjoy tasty food from the toasty restaurant!
Tonight is another special stay at a 3-star hotel. The ensuite rooms are all excellent. The restaurant overlooks the valley and the town which is built on the side of a mountain. Enjoy tasty food from the toasty restaurant!
Tonight is another special stay at a cosy lodge, again with comfortable and warm ensuite rooms. The lodge location is stunning and overlooks the valley and the mountains and the restaurant will provide you with excellent meals.
Tonight is another special stay at a cosy lodge, again with comfortable and warm ensuite rooms. The lodge location is stunning and overlooks the valley and the mountains and the restaurant will provide you with excellent meals.
Tonight is another special stay at a cosy lodge, again with comfortable and warm ensuite rooms. The lodge location is stunning and overlooks the valley and the mountains and the restaurant will provide you with excellent meals.
Tonight is another special stay at a cosy lodge, again with comfortable and warm ensuite rooms. The lodge location is stunning and overlooks the valley and the mountains and the restaurant will provide you with excellent meals.
Tonight is another special stay at a cosy lodge, again with comfortable and warm ensuite rooms. The lodge location is stunning and overlooks the valley and the mountains and the restaurant will provide you with excellent meals.
This hotel might be the most epic in the whole region. Considering the remoteness, the comfort level is superb and akin to what you might expect in a city. Stay in an ensuite room, keep warm with the electric blankets, and enjoy authentic and delicious food. This is one of the highest hotels in the world with views second to none. We leave from here on the last morning by helicopter – the flight alone is worth the walk!
This hotel might be the most epic in the whole region. Considering the remoteness, the comfort level is superb and akin to what you might expect in a city. Stay in an ensuite room, keep warm with the electric blankets, and enjoy authentic and delicious food. This is one of the highest hotels in the world with views second to none. We leave from here on the last morning by helicopter – the flight alone is worth the walk!
This hotel might be the most epic in the whole region. Considering the remoteness, the comfort level is superb and akin to what you might expect in a city. Stay in an ensuite room, keep warm with the electric blankets, and enjoy authentic and delicious food. This is one of the highest hotels in the world with views second to none. We leave from here on the last morning by helicopter – the flight alone is worth the walk!
This hotel might be the most epic in the whole region. Considering the remoteness, the comfort level is superb and akin to what you might expect in a city. Stay in an ensuite room, keep warm with the electric blankets, and enjoy authentic and delicious food. This is one of the highest hotels in the world with views second to none. We leave from here on the last morning by helicopter – the flight alone is worth the walk!
This hotel might be the most epic in the whole region. Considering the remoteness, the comfort level is superb and akin to what you might expect in a city. Stay in an ensuite room, keep warm with the electric blankets, and enjoy authentic and delicious food. This is one of the highest hotels in the world with views second to none. We leave from here on the last morning by helicopter – the flight alone is worth the walk!
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This walk is available in March, April, May, September, October and November.
Please contact us if the departure dates displayed do not suit you as we can easily arrange another more suitable date for your group.
If you have your own small group, we can lock away your departure date from your group at 4 or more pax.
Challenging. This track is rated one rating less than our other Everest region treks because we can really take our time ascending and avoid some of the walking at altitude with the crowds, whilst not sacrificing any of the experience.
Tracks and trails on this tour will have prolonged ascents, but virtually no descent, along mainly well-travelled tracks. There are a few long sections of elevation and some sections of steps. An average of 9km, 600m ascent each day. Having an active lifestyle and preparing or being an experienced walker will make the journey more enjoyable. Altitude is the biggest challenge, but rest assured: we have 2 acclimatisation days and take extra care not to ascend too quickly.
Your local guide is an expert mountaineer with in-depth knowledge of the track.
This walk starts and ends at Kathmandu Airport.
Kathmandu Airport
The trip starts with a transfer from Kathmandu Airport to your accommodation. You will be met at the airport by one of our representatives so please let us know your travel plans so we can arrange your private transfer. If you are already in Nepal then the walk starts at your hotel.
At the end of the trip, we transfer you back to the airport for your international flight.
A useful planning tool for travel is Rome2Rio should you be travelling from or to other destinations.
Each morning it will be up to you to pack your bag and place your luggage outside your room. Your guide will let you know what to do. Bags must be less than 12.5kg and be Soft Bags (i.e. not hard cases).
Importantly, any excess kilos can be stored at the hotel in Kathmandu.
We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.
For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.
We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office. See the FAQ section for more information.
The Everest region is powered by hydro electricity. In peak season, supply is limited and power outages may occur so we advise bringing a powerbank/ back up batteries for your phones, cameras and electronics.
Hot showers are mostly powered by solar panels or a gas-fired water heater. On very rare occasions hot showers may not be available.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants. You can get in touch with us via our contact form or email us at info@stroll.com
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Fantastic walking experience. We had wonderful guides and porters. They made sure I reach my goals in a safe manner.
Helicopter on the way back to avoid trekking down was great. It saved my knees .
Thank you Stroll for organising a wonderful experience
Hettiarachchige DG
Fantastic walking experience. We had wonderful guides and porters. They made sure I reach my goals in a safe manner.
Helicopter on the way back to avoid trekking down was great. It saved my knees .
Thank you Stroll for organising a wonderful experience