Everest Region

The world’s highest peak, Mt. Everest, sits here in the Khumbu region at an altitude of 8848.86m/ 29031.7 feet, rising high. It is also popularly known as the “Everest region” globally, named after this almighty peak. In Nepal, it is referred to as Sagarmatha, which has a deep meaning (the blue sky touching heaven), named by Baburam Acharya, a popular Nepalese historian. 

Everest Region Trekkingis a dream-come-true destination as it not only leads to the highest mountain but also passes through diverse landscapes, alpine biodiversity, small settlements dotted in alpine valleys, and a rich tapestry of cultural diversity at every step. 

Every adventure in Khumbu begins with a short, daring flight to Lukla. After the flight successfully lands, the journey itself begins with a kick of thrilling satisfaction as it is one of the highest airports in the world, known as Tenzing Hillary Airport, making it a unique starting point for trekking in the Khumbu-Everest region, and passes through the Sagarmatha National Park right after the hike starts till the ending point. 

Almost every trail in this region takes you to an altitude above 5,000 meters. Due to this, the acclimatization days are set accordingly. The first acclimatization point is Namche Bazaar on every trek in this region, as it serves as a gateway to every possible trek in the Everest region.

Everest Base Camp stands out as one of the popular trekking destinations of the Everest region in Nepal, as it traverses through the central hub of trading and supplies, popular ancient monasteries such as Pangboche, Tengboche monasteries, several settlements of the Sherpa people that offer an opportunity to immerse in their rich culture, and not to forget! The lap of the world’s highest peak, Mt Everest, encounters spectacular glaciers like the Khumbu Glacier along the way. The highest point of the Everest Base Camp Trek is Kalapatthar, from where you can see the unobstructed views of Everest with many other highest peaks. The sunrise view from the top promises to make every trekker speechless with its breathtaking vista. 

Anyone who seeks to push their limits and challenge themselves can opt for the Everest Three Passes Trek, which leads to three high Passes such as Cho La, Renjo La, and Kongma La, exceeding an altitude of 5000 meters. Passing through the diverse landscapes and valleys along the breathtaking views of some of the highest peaks, such as Cho Oyu, Makalu, and Everest itself, reaching the vantage point of Kongma La Pass, you can see the unique perspective of the Khumbu Himalayas, rewarding you with its surreal beauty after a long, strenuous hike. 

Another hot trending destination in the region of Khumbu is Gokyo Lakes, along with 5 other frozen lakes, which look like an emerald from the vantage point of Gokyo Ri. It navigates through just like any other trek in this region. Still, the best fact is you’ll get to see the largest glacier in Nepal, Ngozumpa Glacier, and trail along the valley of Dudh Koshi River that flows from one of the highest peaks, Cho Oyu. This adventurous hike is usually combined with the Everest Base Camp, as it circles the entire region when done in a duo. If you want to do this trip and haven’t visited EBC to date, then the Everest Gokyo Lake Trek fits perfectly for you.

We at Destination Himalaya Treks and Expedition offer a wide range of options, ranging from Day 5 to Day 25, Everest Region Trekking Packages that you surely don't want to miss out on, from short and easier ones to challenging expeditions.

Major Everest Treks in Nepal: Essential Adventures for Every Bucket List

Here are some of the best top 5 Everest Trekking routes that you shall undertake on this year 2026 and 2027, which explore the almighty UNESCO-listed Sagarmatha National Park, the untamed beauty of Himalayan flora and fauna, and the rich culture of Sherpa communities as well.

Best Everest Region Trekking Routes in Nepal: Short to Moderate to Challenging Adventures

While we refer to Everest region treks, many people usually consider it as just reaching the lap of the world's highest peak, and just achieving a lifetime record, of attaining the foothill and feeling a sense of accomplishment. However, as the region itself covers 1,148 square kilometers of buffer zone, spanning over 275 kilometers, starting with an elevation of 2845 meters at Monjo and attaining the highest at the pinnacle of Mount Everest, standing at the elevation of 8848.88 meters, the pinnacle of the almighty peak.

For sure, there are many hidden gem corners, routes, off-beaten trailheads, pristine lakes, and some of the great passes, to explore that most individuals are still completely unknown about. That is why, to make you pick one that suits your trip duration, estimated cost, kind of terrains, trip difficulty level, and so on, below are the best top Everest trekking routes in Nepal, that you shall definitely consider for the year 2026 and 2027:

Everest Base Camp (EBC) Trek

The number one list, which of course, falls under the best everest trekking routes, marks the adventure to the Everest Base Camp, also known as the standard EBC Trek in short language. Leading you to the lap of the world's tallest mountain - Everest, exploring the hustling and bustling town of the Namche Bazaar, the iconic Everest Base Camp Trekking, so far, stands out being the hottest trending adventure in the Himalayas, unraveling the rich Sherpa communities, villages, woodlands, and meandering along with the Dudh Koshi river and Bhote Koshi river thorougly. Lasting for 12 to 14 days of duration, throughout the trip, you can witness the gradual transition of the landscapes, from the thriving, blooming red rhododendrons, pines, and the bustling town of Namche Bazaar, will suprise, you, whereas the cultural oldest Tengboche monastery, will leave you a cultural string in your heart, before reaching to the main destination itself.

Every day, surely awestruck you, where the rugged terrains, changes to the alpine valleys, and then, the thundering panorama of mountains, on the other hand, throughout the journey, legendary peaks that sit within this territory accompany you in each stride. Get ready to be accompanied by some of the great peaks, such as Mt. Ama Dablam, Tharmseku, Mount Makalu, Cho Oyu, Nuptse, and Lhotse, along with the Khumbu glacier. Whereas, after getting to the highest point of the adventure, which tends to be the Kala Patthar (5545 meters), the sunrise 360 degree panorama vista with the golden hues of the sunrise, makes your every stride one hundred percent worth it.

There are many accessible points to get to the starting point, Lukla Airport, via jeep ride to Salleri or Jiri, and then proceed on the walking trail, to get to the Tenzing-Hillary Airport; however, the easiest and fastest option that you can find is the Lukla Flight, lasting for 35 minutes of timeframe only.

The hiking trail basically navigates towards Phakding along the famous Dudh Koshi river, entering the forested terrains, and then, finally, enters the Sagarmatha National Park, after getting permits registered at Monjo, and then, let you enjoy the acclimatization day at the Namche Bazaar, also, considered as the capital city of Khumbu region, where you can hike to two famous place, one stands out to the Everest View Hotel, and another the Khumjung Monastery. Then, afterwards, it leads you through different key stopping points such as Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Gorakshep, and finally, attains the Everest Base Camp (EBC), and Kala Patthar, on the very next day, from the last stop - Gorak Shep.

Undertaking such a high elevation each day is no joke, where each day lingers your limits, and patience level as well, lasting for almost 14 days. With a gradual ascent and two days of acclimatization at Namche and Dingboche, each day, you had to cover the 5-6 hours of duration, and 9 to 12 kilometers of trekking distance, demanding prior preparations, planning, and a well-crafted itinerary. Our expertly guided EBC Trek is a kind of adventure that covers every aspect of the Khumbu region, and follows a moderate pace of hiking, ensuring the possibility of altitude sickness and ensuring your safety, comfort at the peak level. If you are planning this trip, then do not miss out, the seasons of Spring and Autumn, which fall under the best peak Himalayan adventure seasons in Nepal.

• Maximum Elevation: 5545 at Kala Patthar
• Trip Duration: 14 Days
• Difficulty Level: Moderate
• Price Range: USD 1250 to USD 1450 per pax

Variations of Everest Base Camp Trekking Packages: From Short to Longer and Route Navigation

Short Everest Base Camp Trek: 10 Days

The Rapid EBC Trekking is one of the shortest ways that you could reach safely, following the walking trailhead navigation gradually, adapting your body to high elevations, yet covering every highlighted aspect of the Khumbu region, just like standard ones. This short Everest Trek basically fits those who have prior experience of what high altitude adventure is supposed to be like, and have a proper physical fitness level, seriously. The Rapid trek to Everest Base Camp is a dream-come-true trek in the Himalayas, perfect for those who want a budget hike and want to feel the sense of accomplishment of attaining such a great height of over 5500 meters, almost. Even though it is a short trip (shorter version), it promises to cover every highlighted corner of the Khumbu region, without missing anything out!

Route: Kathmandu → Lukla → Phakding →  Namche Bazaar → Tengboche →  Lobuche → Gorakshep → Kala Patthar → Pheriche → Namche Bazaar → Kathmandu

• Trip Duration: 10 Days
• Elevation: 5545 meters (Kalapathar)
• Cost: USD 850 to USD 1299 per head
• Starting and Ending Point: Kathmandu - Lukla Flight - Kathmandu

Everest Base Camp with Helicopter Return Trek: 12 Days

The EBC Trek with Heli Return stands out as a seamless, smooth Everest trekking adventure, lasting for 12 days, that leads you to the lap of the tallest peak in the world, Mt Everest, and the highest pinnacle at Kala Patthar (5545 meters), showcasing the golden sunrise view of several mountains. This trip is the same as the standard trekking route passing through Lukla, Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Lobuche, Dingboche, Gorakshep, and finally attains the iconic Everest Base Camp at 5364 meters, with the stunning Khumbu glacier, and the panorama of Mount Everest, from the highest point.

Two acclimatization days are included in this itinerary, firstly at Namche Bazaar and secondly at Dingboche, with a side trip to Nangkartshang Peak. While the trek starts with a Lukla Flight, it gets concluded with a helicopter ride, where you do not need to follow the retracement hiking route to Lukla, as you take the helicopter directly from Gorakshep, making it convenient for beginners or those hiking along with families.

Route: Kathmandu → Lukla → Phakding →  Namche Bazaar → Tengboche →  Lobuche → Gorakshep → Kala Patthar → Kathmandu via helicopter ride, with breathtaking panoramic aerial view of the mountains.

• Trip Duration: 12 Days
• Elevation: 5545 meters (Kalapathar)
• Cost: USD 2395 to 3000 approx.

Everest Base Camp Budget Trek: 12 Days

If you have set out a limited estimation of the budget to spend along the trekking route, and considering a cost-effective Himalayan adventure, then the Budget trek to Everest Base Camp, which lasts for a full 12 days, is perfect for you. Even though it is a budget plan trek, it ensures that you get to cover every highlighted corner of the Khumbu region, exploring the key points, and attain the highest elevation at Kala Patthar, starting and ending with a Lukla Flight. The only difference is that it is a budget-friendly trip, which cuts off the extra cost, such as accommodation in Kathmandu, porter, and others; it is just a standard trailhead, regular, however, an expedition to the base camp on a budget.

Route: Kathmandu → Lukla → Phakding → Namche Bazaar → Tengboche → Dingboche → Everest Base Camp → Kala Patthar → Pheriche → Namche → Lukla and then, Kathmandu

• Duration: 12 days
• Elevation: Same, just as regular ones
• Cost: USD 850 to USD 1099 per head

Everest Luxury Trek: 12 Days

One of the best ways you explore the almighty Everest region, and ace the mountains, in style and comfort, then the Everest Base Camp Luxury Trekking is a perfect option for you, navigating through the UNESCO-enslisted heritage of Sagarmatha National Park. Since the Everest region is almost the most visited Himalayan terrain in the world, the modern amenities, 5 star hotels, with fine services, private washrooms, buffet breakfast, roof top and window lodges, showcases the intriguing vista of an early hour morning light giving a shade of golden to the white himalayan peaks, and rugged landscapes, where your city alike, essentials, are provided as well.

This kind of luxury adventure to EBC is perfectly suited for first-time trekkers, hiking along with families, and wanting to experience the luxury amenities at such high elevation, which also includes 1 night at the world's highest situated 5-star hotel, of Everest View, with private accommodations and attached washroom facilities as well. While the trekking route navigates through regular trailheads, the difference that you can find stands out to be the journey begins, with the breathtaking aerial view of the mountains and landscapes, via a helicopter ride to Lukla, and ends with a heli ride back to Kathmandu, lasting for 12 days of timeframe.

Route: Kathmandu → helicopter ride to Lukla → Phakding →  Namche Bazaar → Tengboche →  Lobuche → Gorakshep → Kala Patthar → direct helicopter return flight to Kathmandu 

• Duration: 12 days
• Cost Range: USD 3655 to USD 4599 per head
• Trip Level: Easily Moderate

Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek: 19 Days

This package of EBC Trip via Jiri follows the classic trailhead, which is the oldest route, to get to the Everest region, navigating through the ancient terrains, footprint of the first ascender, Sir Edmund Hillary, and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa. Lasting for 19 days of timeframe, it firstly avoids the Lukla Flight and traverses through the major settlements of Bhandara (2250 m), via Jiri, Sete (2520 meters), Junubesi (2850 meters), Indingma (2960 m), Thunthala (2400 m), Bupsa (2360 m), Cheplung (2700 meters), and finally touches the regular route of the standard EBC Trek. The journey begins with a jeep ride to Jiri and ends with a jeep ride to Kathmandu, concluding within 19 days, letting you explore the off-beaten, oldest classic route, to get to the lap of the world's highest peak. This trip fits perfectly for those who love to trail along the mountain areas, for longer days, unravel the untamed culture of the Sherpa communities, and have prior Himalayan experience, and avoid the hassle of the thrilling Lukla Flight, which can be delayed during the peak seasons.

 Route: Jeep Drive from Kathmandu to Jiri, walking trail begins from Bhandara → Sete → Junubesi → Ingdima → Thunthala → Bupsa → Cheplung → Namche Bazaar → Tengboche → Dingboche → Everest Base Camp → Kala Patthar → Pheriche → Namche → Lukla, and then Kathmandu

• Duration: 19 days
• Cost Ranges from USD 1399 to USD 1699 per pax
• Difficulty Level: Challenging