Everest Trek Via Jiri
Overview
The Everest trek via Jiri is the best way to do an Everest trek, following the footsteps of the old approach route followed by Everest expeditions from the 1950s through the 70s. The Everest Jiri trekking route provides a good opportunity to see the densely populated middle hills and the high altitude splendor of the Khumbu (Everest) region. From Jiri (1905m), the trail heads eastward through the lovely forested hills of Solu and over the 3530m Lamajura Pass. Monasteries and uninterrupted mountain views lie ahead. The portion of the trek from Jiri to Lukla is often uncrowded, and therefore very good trekking country. We cross the Lamjura La and Thaksindo before descending towards the raging river of the Dudh Kosi. We follow the Dudh Koshi river north through terraced hillsides and small villages to join the main Everest trail below Lukla. By now you will have had time to adjust to life on the trail and, with the benefit of increased fitness, make the ascent to Namche Bazaar. Once in the Khumbu region the mountain views improve with every step - Kwangde, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam (the "horse saddle" of Kantega) and, of course, the summit of Everest itself.
From Namche the trek follows the Gokyo lake route to Everest Base Camp, crossing the 5330m Cho La Pass, and then on to Lukla for the flight to Kathmandu.
From Namche the trek follows the Gokyo lake route to Everest Base Camp, crossing the 5330m Cho La Pass, and then on to Lukla for the flight to Kathmandu.
Highlights of the Trip
Crossing of Lamjura pass. Experience Sherpa culture in Junbesi. Explore the Sherpa museum in Namche Bazaar, enjoy the panoramic view from Syanboche, experience Sherpa culture in Khumjung village. Visit Tyangboche Monastery. Grand mountain views from Kalapatar - Spectacular views of glacier from Everest Base Camp - View the beautiful glacial lake from Gokyo peak.
Difficulties of the Trek
Everest trekking via jiri is easy and enjoyable. It is essentially day hiking and doesnot require any special training. However, good physical condition, a love of walking, and a desire to enjoying the spectacular views of the mountains and encounter village life are essential.
Sample Day on "Everest Trek Via Jiri"
You will wake up eager to start your Everest trekking day. Before breakfast you pack your stuff into your kit bag which is then taken by the porters and will not usually be available to you until lodge that afternoon. We are usually on the trail between 7.30 am and 8.30 am. Following a good mornings walk, we stop for lunch at around 11 am. Lunch is usually a one-hour break to allow for the trekkers meal followed by the crews meal. This break also enables you to do your washing or take a short break, although with stops along the way, you will have a moderately graded trek. Speed is not important; stamina, confidence and continuity are. The evenings are spent reading or chatting with your associate trekkers and crew about the trip so far. A pack of cards is an asset on these nights; the crew love teaching various Nepali card games and learning new Western games. Finally, Before going to bed your guide will brief your about tomorrows trekking route. It’s off to bed for a well deserved nights rest before you continue on your Everest trekking journey.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel.
Day 02: Full-day guided sightseeing tour in the Kathmandu Valley by car.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Jiri (2370m) 6-7 hr bus journey.
Day 04: Jiri to Bhandar (2190m) 6-7 hrs.
Day 05: Bhandar to Sete (2575m) 6-7 hrs.
Day 06: Sete to Lamjura pass (3530m) to Jubesi (2680m) 6-7 hrs.
Day 07: Rest day at Junbesi.
Day 08: Junbesi to Nunthala (2330m) 6-7 hrs.
Day 09: Nunthala to Bupsadanda (2300m) 6-7 hrs.
Day 10: Bupsadanda to Surkhe (2290m) 5-6 hrs.
Day 11: Surkhe to Phakding (2610m) 5 hrs.
Day 12: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3446m) 5 hrs.
Day 13: Rest at Namche Bazaar.
Day 14: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3867m) 4-5 hrs.
Day 15: Tengboche to Dingboche (4446m) 4-5 hrs.
Day 16: Rest day at Dingboche.
Day 17: Dingboche to Loboche (4930m) 4-5 hrs.
Day 18: Loboche to EBC (5316m) to Gorekshep (5180m) 7-8 hrs.
Day 19: Trek to Kala Pattar (5545m) to Pangboche (3900m) 7-8 hrs.
Day 20: Pangboche to Namche Bazaar (3446m) 5-6 hrs.
Day 21: Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2800m) 5-6 hrs.
Day 22: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu.
Day 23: Transfer to the airport for final departure.
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