5-Day Himalayas Trek: Mt Everest Region with Round-Trip Flights from Kathmandu

Catch stunning panoramic views of Mt Everest on this 5-day tour, including four days trekking through the Himalayan region. You’ll stay at teahouses in the village of Phakding, as well as the market town of Namche Bazaar and the small settlement of Monjo. Don your daypack and get ready to cross fast-flowing rivers, climb to the highest hotel in the world and take in close-up views of the majestic Himalayas! This small-group tour operates with a maximum of 12 people, ensuring you’ll receive personal attention from your expert local guide.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
On this hiking trip, you will be walking at demanding altitudes of approximately 12,467 ft (3800 m) above sea level, with the possibility of extreme variations in weather; it is common for travelers to experience adverse health effects due to this altitude, regardless of your age, gender and fitness. It is highly recommended that you discuss this trip with your doctor prior to departure
All tour leaders have basic first aid training and are aware of the closest medical facilities
Travel insurance that covers medical expenses, including emergency repatriation, is required to participate on this tour; proof of insurance must be shown to tour leader on the first day
Minimum age is 15 years; all travelers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult
As no meals are included, please expect to spend around US$130 in total for meals purchased locally
Please pack as lightly as possible, as you are expected to carry your own luggage; it is recommended that you keep the weight under 22 lbs (10 kg)
Extra Luggage: You may leave any extra luggage (at own responsibility) at the Day 1 meeting point Kathmandu Guesthouse and pick it up upon your return.
Please note that there has been significant damage to some of the sites visited on this tour due to the earthquakes in April and May 2015
The following information is required of travelers upon booking:
Full name, nationality and current country of residence
Date of birth
Passport number, issue date and expiry date
E-mail address
Existing medical conditions or dietary requirements
Travel insurer name, contact number and policy number
In case of weather conditions leading to cancellations or delays in flights, this trip will operate on an alternate itinerary. Please see Day 1 of the itinerary for more details.
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
You must bring an emergency fund of 500 USD in cash with you on this trip, which you may need to use in case of delayed or cancelled flights.
We advise allowing a few extra days in Kathmandu at the end of your trip should your return flights from Lukla be delayed due to weather conditions.
Over busy season we are unable to guarantee you'll have a private room in the tea houses.
Please meet at our Kathmandu office listed in the trip notes the day prior to departure at 5pm for a pre departure meeting. If arriving on departure day, please ensure you are there no later than 8am.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers