Everest Expedition 61 Days Best Itinerary and Cost

Highlights of Everest Expedition

Literally reach the top of the world at the summit of Mount Everest
Adventure of spending nights in tents among the giant mountains
Hike through Sagarmatha National Park, enjoying its rich flora and fauna
Breathtaking views of famous Himalayas, including Ama Dablam, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Nuptse, Lhotse, Thamserku, glaciers, lakes, and rivers
Experience the warm hospitality of Sherpas and learn about their rich culture, tradition, and festivals
Explore the ravishing culture of Kathmandu Valley and its heritage
Enjoy the intimidating yet thrilling flight to Lukla

Trip Overview

Mount Everest– the name we are already familiar with from primary school- is the highest peak that exists on the planet, with a massive altitude of 8848.86 m. Every mountaineer and climber dream to reach the top of the Everest. We therefore invite you on our 61-day Everest Expedition, where we will assault the Everest Summit from the southeast ridge.

Rising on the border between Nepal and Tibet, Mount Everest is not just a gigantic stone and ice pyramid. Its name is associated with stories of superhuman physical achievements, drama, and tragedy. It is precisely for this reason that it is a special goal for climbers. The number of people trying to reach the peak already exceeds a thousand people every year.

The name Everest is associated with Sir George Everest, general of British India, in 1856. The peak is also known as Sagarmatha (front of the sky) in Nepal and Chomolungma (Goddess Mother of the World) in Tibet.

The first attempt to conquer Everest was made in the 1920s, which resulted in a tragic disaster. Success came in 1953 from the south slope, which is exactly the same route we will take for our Everest expedition.

The main goal of our Everest expedition is, beyond doubt, to reach the summit of Everest. This expedition will also familiarize us with the bold and friendly Sherpa people who live in the Everest region. For them, Everest is a sacred mountain where Jomo Miyo Lang Sangma resides. She is regarded as one of the five sisters of long life and food.

Therefore, the Sherpas carry out a puja ceremony before a climb. They are convinced that puja is essential to avert disaster. This ceremony is essential for their peace of mind; generally, all western expedition members participate in it.

So, are you ready to join this adventure in 2024 and 2025? Come and join us for the historic adventure of your life. Fear not, for we have planned our Everest expedition carefully with efficient leadership, organization, excellent Sherpas and guides, and the best equipment.

How does our journey begin?

Our Everest expedition begins with a short yet panoramic flight to Lukla. Then, we trek through Phakding, Namche, Dingboche, and Lobuche to reach the Everest Base Camp.

From Everest Base Camp, an ascent to the summit begins with Camp I (6,065 m), Camp II (6,400 m), Camp III (7,163 m) and Camp IV (7,950 m). m) respectively. Once at the top, we will have a 360-degree view of the Khumbu region and its surroundings. Following the same trail, we will return to Lukla and take a flight to Kathmandu.

Everest Expedition Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu. Transfer to Hotel

Welcome to the land of Everest! Our correspondent will welcome you to the airport and organize to transfer you to the Hotel. Rest from the exhaustion of your flight, and later, you can explore the city.

Duration

30 Minutes Drive To Hotel

Max Altitude

1300m

Activity

Arrival Nepal

Meals

Breakfast

Accommodation

5-Star Hotel

Day 02: Expedition preparation and briefing

Our guide will introduce you to other group members in the morning and collect the passports to finalize the ascent permit application. Till afternoon, you can go on a cultural trip to several monuments of Kathmandu.

Later, our team leader guide will lead a session on the use of the tools and equipment necessary for the expedition. He will also inform you about the Everest expedition’s rules, regulations, tips, and tricks.

Duration

Full Day

Max Altitude

1300m.

Activity

Expedition Preparation

Meals

Breakfast

Accommodation

5-Star Hotel

Day 03: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and then trek to Phakding

Leaving Kathmandu early in the morning, we will fly to Lukla, where our crew will share our loads. We will have our breakfast in Lukla town admiring the breathtaking view of Mount Kongde Ri (6187 m).

After breakfast, we begin our Everest expedition hike along the Dudh Koshi River through the colorful street of Lukla. We will obtain the Sagarmatha National Park permit and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality permit in the last village of Lukla. The trail leading us to Phakding is relatively easy when we will descend most of the time.

After having our permits checked, we will hike past the villages of Chheplung, Chaurikharka, and Thadokoshi. We will stop for a while at Thadokoshi to enjoy the spectacle of Mount Kusum Kangaru (6367m).

A downhill walk forward will take us to Ghat. All along the trail, remarkable view of Mount Khumbila (5761 m) will accompany us. We will shortly arrive at Phakding where we will rest for the night.

Note: In spring and autumn, a direct flight from Kathmandu to Lukla is not possible due to high air traffic. All the flights will be redirected towards Ramechhap Airport. We will drive by private vehicle to reach the Ramechhap airport in 4 hours, and from here, we will take a 20-minute flight to Lukla.

Duration

35 Minute Flight & 3 Hrs Walk

Distance

135 Km Air Distances / 6.3 Km Walk

Max Altitude

2800m Lukla / 2,650m. Phakding

Activity

Amazing Flight / Trekking

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Tourist Standard Hotel

Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar

After breakfast, we will walk along the bank of Dudh Koshi River enjoying the charming view of Thamserku mountain (6609 m). Shortly, we will reach Benkar, which opens the way to Monjo, which is the gateway to the National Park of Sagarmatha. We will then ascend to Jorsalle village where we will have our lunch.

Traversing the pine and rhododendron forests, we make our way towards the Hilary Suspension bridge. 30 to 40 minutes of gentle hike will lead us to the famous bridge from where we can see the charming view of Mount Taboche at 6495 m. The peak is revered as the Holy mountain by the local Buddhist population.

Crossing the bridge, we will trek for about an hour and arrive at Topdanda elevated at 3140 m. Also known as the Everest View Point, this destination offers the incredible panorama of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and many more.

Its time to move on with our uphill hike to reach the Namche Bazaar where we will spend two nights in a row to adjust to the high altitude.

Duration

5-6 hrs

Distance

7.4 Km

Max Altitude

3,443m

Activity

Trekking

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Tourist Standard Hotel

Day 05: Acclimatization hike to hotel Everest View

Today is the specially sanctioned rest day for acclimatization. Early in the morning, we will hike to the Everest View Hotel – the highest located luxurious Hotel in the world. While ascending to the highest hotel, we will be able to watch the Kongde ri, Khangtega, Pachermo Peak, Tangerito peak, Samdur peak, and many more.

Reaching the hotel, we will enjoy our morning with tea or coffee in the balcony with the magnificent backdrop of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Lhotse, Taboche, Cholatse and Nuptse.

Then, we will descend to Namche, explore its local markets, and learn about the unique culture and traditions of the Sherpas.

Duration

2 hrs

Max Altitude

3,880m

Activity

Hiking / Explore

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Tourist Standard Hotel

Day 06: Trek to Phortse village

After breakfast, we will trek along the Dudh Koshi River along as easy path to reach Sanasa. Tackling the steep climb for about an hour and forty minutes, we will arrive at Mongla Danda (3973 m). The magical views of Cholatse, Taboche and the entire Khumjung village will greet us at the top of Mongla Danda. Its worthy to take a lunch break here.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Tourist Standard Hotel

Day 09: Trek to Lobuche

Leaving Dingboche, we hike forward along a stony path and tall bushes to reach Dughla. Here we will take a lunch break admiring the beautiful views of Taboche (6367 m) and Cholatse (6335 m).

Then, we climb steeply to the top of Thukla La Pass at 4830 m. On its small plateau, there are some stones piled up decorated with prayer flags. This site is dedicated to the brave Sherpas and climbers who lost their lives when embarking on a daring adventure in the Khumbu region.

After offering our prayers, we will enjoy the beautiful mountain panorama this Pass offers with the scenery of Ama Dablam, Lobuche, and Lobuche Peak Base Camp.

Finally, crossing vast pastures, green forests, and rows of trees, we will reach Lobuche. In the final stages of the trek, you cross glacial moraines and steep climbs.

Duration

4-5 hrs

Distance

10.6 Km

Max Altitude

4,930m

Activity

Trekking

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp

The early morning, after breakfast, we will head to the Everest Base Camp. We will walk through narrow tracks and long terraces with a constant view of Changri Glacier, Nuptse, and Pumo Ri. We will arrive at Gorakshep shortly, where we will rest for lunch. This town is the last village leading us to Everest Base Camp with some lodges.

Here we will leave our luggage and head towards Khumbu Glacier. Crossing several rivers and snow-covered terraces, we will climb steeply to the top of the ridge, which opens the way to Everest Base Camp. Once at the base camp, we can admire panoramic views of the Khumbu region, Nuptse, Lhotse, Khumbutse, and Pumori including the icefall and the glacier.

Duration

4 hrs

Max Altitude

5,364m

Activity

Trekking

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Tented Camp

11-54

Day 11-54: Expedition Preparation and Climb Camp I, Camp II, Camp III, Camp IV and summit Everest and back to Everest Base Camp

Before setting off to climb Everest, we must mentally and physically prepare ourselves. So we can overcome the hindrances that we may encounter in the coming days. The preparation stage will help us acclimate to the altitude.

During this period, we will learn the very important climbing skills of using oxygen cylinders, radios, ice axes, jumars, crampons, climbing ladders, and ascending and descending the ropes.

Now, we will climb towards Camp I (6065 m) along a route that has already been previously established with ropes and ladders through the Khumbu icefall. This camp is located on the top of the Khumbu Icefall with endless snow, deep crevasses, and mountain walls. It is primarily used to drop off equipment and stay in case of emergency.

We will then head to Camp II (6400 m), where we will spend several days for acclimatization. It is located at the foot of the frozen Mount Lhotse. Here, we will make full use of the climbing equipment, including crampons, ice axes, ropes, and more.

Next, we ascend to Camp III (7163 m), which is adjacent to the Lhotse wall. We will stay here again for several days to practice using the climbing equipment.

The next stage will take us to Camp IV (7950 m) after climbing 1219.2 m of the Lhotse wall using fixed ropes. We may have to use oxygen for the climb.

Now, climbing Everest begins. From Camp IV, the summit is about 500 meters away. This is the last and most dangerous part of the climb. The wind here can be violent enough to destroy tents. After several attempts, we will finally reach the summit of Everest after about 10 to 12 hours.

Today is the rest day after a long, adventurous hike. We will arrange a local guide to take you to significant World Heritage Sites, including Pashupatinath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath Stupa, and Swayambhunath Temple.

In the evening, we will celebrate our accomplishment with a Nepali cultural meal in one of the finest restaurants in the city.

Max Altitude

1300m.

Activity

Live Show Nepalese Cultural

Meals

Farewell Dinner

Accommodation

5-Star Hotel

Day 61: Departure from Kathmandu International Airport

Today is your last day in Nepal. We will drop you off three hours before your scheduled flight. We hope you are satisfied with our service. Remember us for your next trip to Nepal.

Activity

Drop Off By Private Vehicle

Meals

Breakfast

Accommodation

Excluded

Includes & Excludes

What is included?

Airport Pick Up / Drop Off ( Private Car )
Accommodation 5* Star Hotel Twin Sharing Room ( 4 Nights In Kathmandu With Breakfast)
Domestic Flights Transportation Katmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu
All Meals During The Trekking & Expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, And Tea)
Everest Expedition Climbing Permits & All Legend Officer Charge
Everest Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Fee
Provides All Tents, Kitchen, Dining, Toilets Tent, All Kitchen Gers, Mattres
Provides Unlimited Foods, Bakeries items, Tea Coffee, Chocolates, Whatever You Need During The Staying At Base Camp
At Base Camp Provides Solar For Camp Lamp & Charging Any Kind Of Electric Devices
During The Expedition & Trekking Twin Sharing Tents / Rooms
Accommodations / Mountain Lodge / Camping Tents
Government Licensed Holder, Good Speaking English, Great Experience Climbing Guide
All Staffs Wages, Foods, Drinks, Accommodations, Transportations And Insurance
Strong Sherpa Helper For Carrying Your Baggage & All Gears (porter will Manage According To Group Side)
Oxygen 5-6 Bottles, Every Member & All Set Mask Regular
Oxygen 3-4 Bottles, Every Climbing Sherpa & All Set Mask Regular
Satellite Phone For Communication If Emergency
Radio Sets for Every Members & Climbing Guides
All Climbing Guide’s Everest Expedition Equipment Charge
Khumbu Ice Fall Doctor’s Charge
Hill Sherpa Trekking First Aid Kit Carrying By Guide
Water Purification Tablets For Tap Water, Ensuring Safe Drinking Water Throughout The Journey
Helicopter Services Covered By Your Travel Insurance Incase If Emergency
All Government Taxes And Official Expenses & Ground Transportations
Climbing Guide Will Be Manage According To Group Size
Oxygen Meter For Checking Pulse, Level (AMS) Acute Mountain Sickness
Everest Summit Certificate Provides By (NTB) Nepal Tourism board After Summit
Hill Sherpa Trekking Provides Complementary Sun Block Cap

What is excluded?

International Airfare Tickets
Nepal Entry Visa Fee, visa Obtains On Arrival At International Airport in Kathmandu)
Additional Accommodations, Foods, Drinks In Kathmandu ( If Stays Extra Day)
Your Personal Medical & Travel Insurance,
Desserts, Sweet Items Like Chocolate, Cake, Pie, Pudding, Any Extra Expenses
Excess Baggage Luggage Weight Is 30 KG Maximum,
During The Trek Hot Showers, Mobile, Camera, Power Bank Any Batteries Charging, Wi-Fi Internet,
Kathmandu Sightseeing Monument Entrance Fees ($30 USD Per Person)
Your Personal Climbing Gears
Personal First Aid Kit
Tips For Guide & Porters
After Successfully Summit Ama Dablam Expedition, you Should Give Summit Bonus Minimum 1200 USD For Your Climbing Guide,

Note:

We also operate private trips.

Trip Information of Everest Expedition

Best Time to Everest Expedition

The best time for an Everest expedition is spring, from March to May, and autumn, from September to November. However, most climbs are made in spring when the weather is more stable, daylight hours are longer, and the average temperature is higher than in autumn.

In this period, we will also have the advantage of having progressively milder and warmer weather as we approach the summit and of climbing more stable slopes because the winter winds have carried away much of the snow, significantly reducing the risk of avalanches. In autumn, the days progress to be colder; daylight hours get shorter.

Elevation and Distance

The summit of Mount Everest towers at the impressive altitude of 8848.86 m above sea level. It is situated approximately 20.5 km away from the Everest Base Camp. At 5364 m elevation, the base camp is located around 200 to 300 km from Kathmandu.

As customary, our Everest expedition also begins from Lukla, positioned 367 km away from the capital. From Lukla, the length of Everest Base Camp is 65 km. During our Everest expedition, apart from the summit itself, the second highest point we will reach is Camp IV, elevated at 7950 m altitude.

The duration of this expedition greatly relies on the weather conditions and the climbers’ health, skill, and pace. If we receive the blessing from Mother Nature with good weather conditions and good health of all the group members, then we can complete this journey within 30 to 50 days.

However, considering weather factors,factors and acclimatization, we need 60 days to write the history on average.

Maximum and minimum walk per day

The easiest and shortest walk during the whole period of the Everest expedition is on day 3 when we begin our hike from Lukla to Phakding. We will hike for only three hours this day.

The toughest and longest walking or climbing period will be on the day when we set about to summit Everest from Camp IV. We will climb along the crevasses and icy steep slopes and conquer Everest within 10 to 12 hours.

Everest Expedition Difficulty and Acclimatization

Everest has a difficulty level of 4E, which means the expedition is only for experienced, independent mountaineers. You should have experience climbing mountains with alpine difficulty level AD (Assez Difficile/fairly hard).

You have to climb several routes with steep snow and ice up to 55 ° incline. Therefore, you should have altitude experience of over 6,000 m. It is preferable to climb Island Peak, Manaslu, Cho Oyu in Nepal, Mount Elbrus of Russia, or Mount Denali in Alaska, USA, before climbing Everest.

You should be in excellent physical condition if you are to have a realistic chance of reaching the summit. Climbing an 8,000 m peak is a tough physical and mental test. You must ensure that you are well prepared for the expedition’s effort, duration, and success.

For a greater likelihood of reaching the summit of Everest, we have allocated several days for acclimatization. You will rest at Namche and Dingboche, and then, when approaching the summit, you will rest for several days at Camp I, Camp II, and Camp III.

Preparation and training for Everest Expedition

To successfully climb Everest, you need at least a couple of years of climbing in the mountains of 5000-7000 meters. This will prepare your body to meet altitude. However, even with good preparation and following the minimum recommendations, no one can guarantee both the ascent and non-harm to the body.

Generally, you can begin your preparation intensively six months in advance. You can work with personal trainers, undergo a full body check-up, and drink dietary supplements to improve your health. Going to the mountains two to three months in advance and climbing 6000-7000 meters is recommended.

Alternate Routes of Everest Expedition

To date, there are a total of 20 routes to climb Everest. The two typical routes are the southern route and the northern route. The other routes to the Everest are technically much more difficult and, for the most part, have only been attempted once.

The northern route from the Chinese side is a better alternative to our southeast route. The route begins at Everest Base Camp in Tibet. The participants climb the Rongbuk Glacier and establish a base camp at 5,180 m on a gravel plain below the glacier. Then, they will arrive one by one at Camp II (6,100 m), Camp III, ABC (Advanced Base Camp 6,500 m), Camp IV (7,010 m), Camp V (7,775 m), and Camp VI (8,230 m). From Camp VI, mountaineers make their final summit attempt.

Comparatively, the route from Nepal is better for various reasons. Firstly, the slope from the north is steeper than the southern slope. Secondly, the Everest climbing policy is easier in Nepal than in China. Thirdly, the Nepalese side has developed more sophisticated commercial mountaineering and such.

Everest Expedition Altitude Sickness

There’s no denying that the probability of altitude sickness is high in the Everest Expedition. When climbing to a new high altitude, you may experience symptoms of altitude sickness such as nausea, shortness of breath, lack of appetite, headache, and weakness. Then, it can appear sometimes almost imperceptibly, sometimes very strongly.

The key to preventing and overcoming altitude sickness is good acclimatization. It is a preparatory process when the body gets used to being at high altitudes. Therefore, we planned a ten-day journey to the base camp. This way, you can gradually gain altitude, allowing your body to get used to the lack of oxygen.

Lethargy, headache, and shortness of breath disappear. As a result, even at 5000 meters and above, you can feel so comfortable that you can live there for a relatively long time.

Transportation, Meals and Drink

Are you worried about planning for transportation, meals, drinks, and accommodation? Forget it; we take care of everything; you just need to grab your backpack and come with us on this daring adventure.

We will drive you from the International airport to your hotel and from your hotel to the airport by private vehicle. We will travel to the city using the same mode of transportation. We will reach Lukla by plane, where we begin our trek. And we will return to Kathmandu after the trip completion by the same short flight.

Regarding meals, breakfast is offered in Kathmandu, and breakfast, lunch, and dinner are given during the trek, along with tea or coffee. Fresh fruits will be provided daily after dinner. In the overnight lodges, you can find soups, pasta, pizza, rice with famous Nepalese momo dumplings, and, of course, the national dish of the Nepalese, the very nutritious and healthy dal bhat (rice with lentils).

Our kitchen crew will set up the camps and prepare hot meals for you when camping. You will have unlimited food, Tea/ Coffee, and Hot Water ready for you.

Communication, Gadgets charging, and Internet/Wi-Fi

In Nepal, the voltage is 220/230 V, and you can find sockets adapted to plugs with three pins in the lodge rooms. There are no power outages now in Nepal. However, climatic conditions may cause interruptions in the electrical supply, but there are solar panels in the lodges.

All necessary mobile, camera batteries, and and power back charging are available during camping. Still, we suggest you take a power bank with you and charge electronic devices when possible.

In Kathmandu, there is no problem with access to the Internet (Wi-Fi is available in hotels). There is coverage on large sections of the route, and in some shelters, there may also be Wi-Fi, although you should not expect breakneck speeds. You can also purchase cards with a Wi-Fi password sold in guest houses.

When it comes to communication, you can buy a Nepali SIM card, NTC, or NCELL. The coverage can be limited to high altitudes, but we carry satellite phones for emergency contacts and communication.

Please remember that all these services require an additional charge, which is not included in our service.

Permits for Everest Expedition

You need permission from Nepal Government to climb Mount Everest. Apart from the Sagarmatha National Park permit and Khumbu Rural Municipality Permit, you also need a climbing permit to conquer Everest.

You have to pay as much as 11,000 dollars to obtain this permit. Remember that this amount does not include anything more than just the mountain activity permit. There are still many other necessary fees to be added to it, such as a garbage disposal fee, a liaison officer fee, and the cost of hiring a local company, which often also requires an additional fee for evacuation insurance and medical insurance.

Apparently, the climbing cost will increase to USD 15000 from 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which route is better for the Everest expedition?

There are two standard routes to ascend Mount Everest: from the north – the Tibet side, from the south – the Nepalese side. From Tibet, a highway leads to Everest Base Camp, where climbers spend many days. Accordingly, all cargo is brought by car, which makes the camp more comfortable. And the route to the top itself is much safer because there is no Khumbu glacier, which those coming from the south have to overcome. However, the slope towards the north is steeper.

The route from Nepal is the route along which the first ascent of Everest was made. The ascent from this side is more difficult and dangerous due to the already-mentioned Khumbu glacier. You have to climb along it from the base to the first camp at an altitude of 6000 meters. Moreover, ,this path – difficult and dangerous – will have to be passed more than once during the expedition.

However, those who have climbed Everest from both sides agree that the path from the south, although more difficult, is more interesting and beautiful. And a week-long trek to the base camp allows you to better acclimatize. Also, you need better climbing skills to climb Everest from North Ridge in Tibet. Therefore, this route is often preferred by professional mountaineers.

Why might it not be possible to ascend Mount Everest?

There is no guarantee of a successful ascent to Mount Everest even if you have excellent preparation and iron health. You may not be able to climb Everest for dozens of reasons. Bad weather, a cold, and even a simple stomach upset can block the path to the top.

It is always important to remember that the mountains have stood and will stand, but man has one life. Therefore, no matter how offensive it may be, how much work has been invested, and how much money it costs, it is important to find the strength within yourself to give up climbing if something goes wrong.

What are the main risks when climbing Mount Everest?

The main risks are extreme weather conditions, low oxygen levels, altitude sickness, technical difficulties, and logistical challenges associated with organizing the expedition. All these factors make reaching the peak an extremely risky endeavor.

Can I climb Mount Everest without experience?

It is not possible to climb Mount Everest without experience. Most people who want to climb the highest mountain in the world train intensively for 1 to 2 years to reach the top. They also climbed several other high peaks in the world before conquering the 8,848 meters.

Can I climb Mount Everest without oxygen?

It is possible for experienced mountaineers with excellent fitness and good red blood cell production to climb Mount Everest without oxygen. It is only for a small group. Only a little over 200 people have ever climbed to the top of this mountain without oxygen. The first people to reach the summit without oxygen were Reinhold Messner and Peter Habeler on May 8, 1978.

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