The Ultimate Everest Circuit Trek is designed for the truly adventurous, taking trekkers from Thame to Gokyo over Renjo La Pass (5,345m) and from Gokyo to Everest Base Camp over Cho La Pass (5,420m). Known as the highest point on Earth, the summit of Mt. Everest symbolizes the pinnacle of any endeavor. This trek traverses the remotest parts of the Khumbu region, visiting all the main valleys and offering one of Nepal's most challenging and renowned routes, filled with unforgettable Himalayan experiences.
Along the way, trekkers can explore fascinating Sherpa villages and visit Buddhist monasteries. The Everest High Altitude Traverse is a three-week journey for those who wish to experience the Everest Base Camp trek in its most extended and challenging form. It crosses two high passes, Renjo La (5,345m) and Cho La (5,420m), and reaches the Everest viewpoint of Kala Patthar (5,545m).
The adventure begins with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, the trailhead for the Everest trek in the Khumbu Valley. From Lukla, the trek leads to Namche Bazaar, the Sherpa capital, before diverging from the main Everest trail and heading west to Thame and onward towards the remote Nangpa Valley, near the Tibetan border. Crossing the 5,345m Renjo La is a tough day, but the reward is breathtaking views of Everest and the surrounding peaks, including Cho Oyu to the west.
A leisurely downhill walk brings trekkers to the serene beauty of Gokyo Lakes, where a rest day allows for exploration. The ascent of the famous Gokyo Ri (5,360m) offers stunning mountain panoramas, from Kusum Kanguru, Thamserku, Kyashar, and Kantega in the southeast to Taboche and Cholatse in the east, and further to Makalu, Lhotse, Nuptse, Everest, Changtse, and Pumori.
The route continues over the colossal Ngozumpa Glacier, then climbs to the foot of the next high pass, Cho La. The Cho La crossing involves walking up steep scree, often icy, to reach a small glacier at the top, before zigzagging down the other side. Rejoining the main Everest trail, the trek continues up to Kala Patthar and Everest Base Camp. Completing the circuit, the trek returns to Lukla through the main Khumbu Valley, passing by many Sherpa villages along the way.
Important Note
Your safety is of paramount importance to us at the Alpine Club of Himalaya. We have the absolute authority to cancel the trip or change the itinerary, when deemed necessary or when we have reason to believe your safety is at stake. Weather conditions, the health condition of a group member, natural disasters, and such, can contribute to changes in the itinerary when traveling in remote mountainous regions. In these extreme situations, we kindly request that you offer your full co-operation to the trusted leader of the group appointed by Alpine Club of Himalaya. However, we assure you that we will make every effort to keep to the above itinerary.
Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), our guide will greet you and escort you to your hotel. You can relax and unwind before visiting our company office in Thamel, a bustling tourist hotspot. In the evening, join us for a welcome dinner, where you'll savor exquisite Nepalese cuisine.
Included meals:Dinner
Start point
Thamel, Thamel, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal
06:00
All treks to Everest start from Lukla, where you will take an early morning flight after breakfast. This flight is particularly fascinating as we soar amidst the majestic Himalayas in a Twin Otter airplane. Upon landing, we immediately begin our short trek to Phakding. After a one-hour gradual descent, we arrive at the Cheplung village, where you can catch a glimpse of Mt. Khumbila (18,900 ft), a sacred mountain that has never been climbed. From Cheplung, we continue descending to Phakding, where we will spend the night.
Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Start your day with an invigorating trek featuring both uphill and downhill trails, including several crossings over the Dudh Koshi River. Enjoy a stunning view of Mt. Thamserku (21,675 ft) from the picturesque Benkar village. Continue trekking, crossing more bridges until you reach the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo, where your permits will be checked. Press on, passing through Jorsale village before finally arriving at Namche Bazaar. From this vantage point, take in the breathtaking views of the Himalayas, including Everest, Lhotse, Tawache, and more. Spend the night in Namche Bazaar.
Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Today is the first of our three scheduled rest days, dedicated to acclimatizing to the high altitude. Experts suggest staying active even on rest days for a better trekking experience, so we'll spend the day enjoying short hikes around Namche Bazaar. We'll hike up to the Everest View Hotel to admire stunning views of the Himalayan vista. On our way back to Namche, we'll visit the Khumjung Monastery, which houses a yeti scalp, and tour the Hillary School. Our guide can also take you to the Tourist Visitor Center near the headquarters of Sagarmatha National Park, where you can learn about the first Everest ascenders, Sherpa culture, and the diverse plant and animal life in the Everest region. We'll spend the night in Namche Bazaar.
Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Today’s trek begins on an easy trail to Phunki Thanga. From there, we will ascend towards Tengboche village, home to the largest monastery in the Everest region. This monastery, located within Sagarmatha National Park, offers panoramic views of the highest mountains on earth, including Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, and Lhotse. We aim to reach the monastery by 3 PM, hoping to witness a religious Buddhist ceremony. We will spend the night in Tengboche.
Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Today's trek began with a downhill walk through lush forests filled with birch, conifers, and rhododendron trees. As we continued, stunning views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam accompanied us. The picturesque trail dipped down to Debuche, crossed the Imja River, and led us to Pangboche. Walking the upper Pangboche trails provided more pristine views of the Himalayas and the Pangboche Monastery. We moved ahead toward the Imja Valley, crossed the Lobuche River, and ultimately climbed up to Dingboche. This beautiful, windy village is adorned with chortens and prayer flags. We will spend the night in Dingboche.
Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Today's trail takes us through stone-walled fields and the Imja Khola valley, leading us into glacier moraines amidst towering Himalayas. The path continues to Bibre, a yak herdsman’s place. From here, you can see the stunning Ama Dablam and Amphu Labsa mountains directly across the valley. As we proceed, we navigate icy streams before reaching Chhukung after about half an hour. After lunch, we trek towards Chhukung Ri. The climb to Chhukung Ri includes some easy scrambling near the summit. From the top, you'll enjoy a breathtaking view of Ama Dablam and Amphu Labcha peaks. We then descend back to Chhukung to spend the night.
Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Today's trek begins early in the morning as we aim to reach the highest point of the entire trip, the Kongma La Pass. There are two route options: one trail leads northwest from Chhukung over the Nuptse Glacier moraines, while the other involves trekking back to Bibre and then following the path above the Niyang Khola. The summit of the pass is adorned with cairns and Buddhist prayer flags. The most challenging part of today's journey is the final descent from the pass. After ascending the moraine on the far side, the trail heads north through the Khumbu Glacier, ultimately leading us to Lobuche. We'll spend the night in Lobuche.
Note:Trek through Kongma La is optional. If you do not want to tackle the strenuous Kongma La pass today and want to go directly to Lobuche from Chhukung, we can do that.
Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
From Lobuche, we trek downhill on a trail alongside the Khumbu Glacier. When the path splits, we'll take the right fork. This route offers a better view of the looming Awi Peak. As we proceed, we'll pass a stupa and tombstones visible in the distance. After some time, the trail begins to ascend, bringing us near Chola Tsho Lake. Continuing further, we'll pass a smaller lake before crossing the Chola Khola on a bridge. Finally, we reach Dzongla, where we will stay overnight.
Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
As we ascend to higher altitudes, Cho La Lake starts to come into view, with Ama Dablam towering majestically to the south and Cholatse rising to the west. The climb up the pass is challenging; the steep incline is compounded by boulders that require some scrambling. The final stretch to Cho La can be particularly tricky as the trail winds around a crevasse. At the summit, marked by prayer flags and cairns, the panoramic views of the surrounding peaks are truly breathtaking.
Descending to Thangnak is long but manageable. Our path takes us along the edge of the Ngozumpa Glacier, the longest glacier in Nepal. On the far side of the glacier, we encounter the second Gokyo Lake in the series of six lakes, followed closely by the third Gokyo Lake. Nearby, the Gokyo Village offers a welcoming place to spend the night.
Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Today, we'll ascend Gokyo Ri and take in breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain panorama. We’ll also visit the fourth Gokyo Lake, located 3 km north of Gokyo Village. After that, we’ll continue our trek to the fifth lake. From the 'Scoundrel's Viewpoint,' perched on the edge of the fifth lake, we'll be treated to awe-inspiring vistas of Cho-Oyu, Gyachung Kang, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Makalu, as well as the vast Ngozumba Glacier. After soaking in these spectacular sights, we'll return to Gokyo for the night.
Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Today’s trek begins early to cover a long day ahead. We start by walking alongside Dudh Pokhari (lake) for about two hours before descending towards the Renjo La Pass. Along the way, we are treated to stunning views of the Himalayan and Rolwaling ranges. The panorama from Renjo La Pass is reminiscent of the views from Gokyo Ri, with the third Gokyo Lake and Gokyo Village nestled below the gray expanse of the Ngozumpa Glacier. From the pass, we also get impressive views of Mt. Everest.
Continuing from the pass, the trail descends via a stone staircase and traverses loose scree to reach the south bank of Angladumba Tsho Lake. The presence of ice on the trail can make the descent a bit treacherous. We will also pass by Relama Tsho and Renjo Lake. The trail then winds down a narrow valley filled with giant boulders to reach Lumde, where there is a support lodge that is often closed. From Lumde, we walk for nearly an hour to Marlung, located on the east bank of the Bhote Koshi River, where we will spend the night.
Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
The descent from Marulung to Thame follows a historic route used by Tibetan traders for centuries. We cross the Bhote Koshi River and continue our descent to Taranga. The trail then crosses two bridges before reaching Thame, which is renowned for its Gompa perched on a hill to the west. From Thame, we gradually descend along a trail that winds through several small villages, eventually arriving in Namche Bazaar, the largest town in the Everest region. We'll spend the night in Namche Bazaar.
Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Today's trek starts with a descent. As we proceed, we cross several bridges over the rushing Dudh Koshi River and its tributaries. The trail then levels out, offering a more natural walking experience. We meander through open plains, lush rhododendron and pine forests, and savor distant views of snow-capped peaks. Along the way, we pass through Sherpa villages, observing their deep devotion to Buddhism and the vibrant presence of prayer stones and flags. Upon reaching Lukla, we take a moment to stretch our sore legs and reflect on the incredible experiences of the past weeks. Our long journey through the mountains and their high passes concludes here. Overnight stay in Lukla.
Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Flights to Kathmandu are typically scheduled for the morning to ensure safety. Upon arriving in the capital city, you have the option to either relax in your hotel room or explore local shops for souvenirs to bring back to loved ones. In the evening, we'll gather for a farewell dinner to celebrate the successful completion of your mountain adventure. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Included meals:Breakfast Dinner
Our amazing journey in the Everest region including that to the base camp of Mt. Everest and crossing high passes comes to an end today. A company representative will pick you up from you hotel and drop you off at the airport 3 hours before your scheduled flight. Meals : Breakfast.
End point
Thamel, Thamel, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal
10:00
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Please be aware that mountain adventures are subject to unpredictable weather conditions. Bad weather in mountainous regions can lead to delays or cancellations of domestic flights. In such cases, Alpine Club of Himalaya Pvt. Ltd. will arrange accommodation (guesthouse) and provide meals (lunch and breakfast) if requested by the client. However, clients are responsible for covering any additional expenses, including those for extra food and accommodation. If you opt for alternative arrangements, such as a helicopter flight to bypass delays, you will be responsible for all associated costs.
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Once your trip is booked, we guarantee departure on the scheduled date, regardless of group size. Even if fewer participants join, we will proceed with the trip as planned. Our team at Alpine Club of Himalaya is committed to adhering to your schedule and ensuring a seamless experience.
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Welcome and Farewell Dinner during the Trek
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