The 7 Best Mount Everest Treks
Surrounded by the most iconic mountains of the world including the greatest Mount Everest, Sagarmatha National Park in the Everest region offers the marvelous treks of all time. All three Valleys of this region give the opportunity to explore equally impressive sceneries, Giant snow-capped mountain peaks and the beautiful villages. Experiencing the challenges of the routes, a mix of deeply cultural and spiritual beliefs and the beauty of the wilderness far from the crowded city area would definitely be a life-changing trek to be relieved forever.
“When everything feels like an uphill struggle, think about the view from the top.” To experience a majestic and awe-inspiring view of the tallest mountains is surely the bucket list wish of most trekkers. The list below is such seven best trek routes in the Everest region which is worth experiencing once in a lifetime.
Top highlights of Everest Region Treks:
- Surround with the tallest mountain in the world.
- Stunning view of Mt. Everest from Base Camp to the top and other four 8000 meter mountain peaks.
- World highest elevated UNESCO listed National Park. (Sagarmatha National Park) Experience the authentic villages, religious significant and mountain climbing culture.
- The great 5000m+ three passes hiking experience and stunning scenery of Natural wonders.
- Stay in Tengboche Monastery, the closest view of Mt. Everest and Panoramic View.
- Best view point (Kala patthar and Gokyo Ri ) for sunrise-Sunset for Photography.
Best Time to go Everest Base Camp Trek
The best time to go Mt. Everest base camp and around very depend in your desire. If you are a climber, April and May is best time to climb Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse and Tso Oyu Mountain. For trekking and exploring around Everest from March to May and October to December is the best time. If you like to ride Helicopter to Everest base camp, much better in low season from February until June and September until November. Generally, those months, mountain weather is clearer and less chance to get heavy rain. The temperature is pretty cool and not much cold.
#1:Everest Base Camp Trek
View of Mt. Everest Range and Khumbu Glacier
Exceptional breathtaking views of the world’s tallest mountain along with plenty of such mesmerizing sights on its way what Everest Base Trek offers. This trek is all about crossing majestic rivers hike through green hills and right to the heart of mountains and its majestic beauty. The trekkers can also visit Sherpa Village and Buddhist monasteries living the experience of rich and authentic culture.
ECB Trek Fact
Trek Duration: 12-17 days
Max Elevation: 5545 m
Difficulty: Moderate to Arduous
Start/End: Lukla
Accommodation: Trekking Lodges
Preferred time: September-May
Being one of the most popular treks all over Nepal, it is always crowded with a lot of people exploring the beauty of this route. Though Everest cannot be seen from the base camp but with its masses of semi-permanent expedition tents the area resembles a festival-like ambience. The real reward of this trek is the Kala Pattar viewpoint which at dawn , before the clouds tumble in, offers a magical view of Lhotse,Nuptse,The Khumbu Icefall and standing tall behind them all ,Everest.
#2:Gokyo Lake Trek
Gokyo Lake and Valley from Gokyo Ri
Gokyo Lake Trek is a perfect trek for those who wish to explore a variety of views and fewer nights at very high altitude. This trek provides a lifetime experience to visit the eye-captivating sight of the sparkling, pristine blue and green waters of the Gokyo Lakes, Nepal’s most beautiful mountain scenery. The trek offers a wide range of spectacular scenery and sights of mountains along with the cultural and traditional ride.
Gokyo Lake Trek Fact
Trek Duration: 10-15 days
Max Elevation: 5357 m
Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
Start/End: Lukla
Accommodation: Tea house
Preferred time: Spring/May
Avoiding the heavy Everest crowds, the trekkers can enjoy the hike along Ngozumpa Glacier, climb Gokyo Ri for the best view of Mt. Everest and Khumbu Mountain range and trek through the Sherpa town of Khumjung which is also the home to ‘real’ yeti skulls. The major attraction of the trek is standing at the shores of a chain of six turquoise, glacial-fed lakes in the 5000 meter altitude, Stunning view of Tallest mountain peaks and live hood of Sherpa people.
#3:Gokyo Chola Pass Trek
Mt. Ama Dablam view from Chola Pass Trek
Chola Pass Trek is an adventurous trek into the Khumbu region which combines the Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Valley and high Chola pass. This trek is a limitless experience of mind-blowing views including Mount Everest, Mount Pumori , Mount Amadablam , Mount Cho Oyu and many such high mountains.
Chola Pass Trek Fact
Trek Duration: 12-16 days
Max Elevation: 5545 m
Difficulty: Challenging
Start/End: Lukla
Accommodation: Tea house
Preferred time: Spring/May
The main attraction of this trek is a different view of Mount Everest and other tall mountains of the Khumbu region and Gokyo Ri from two or more view points at the same time. The off-the-beaten trails, sacred lakes of Gokyo valley, glaciers and such stunning routes make this trek worth for a trekker.
#4:Everest Three Passes Trek
Everest High Passes trek near Everest Base Camp
The three passes trek is one of the most surreal and challenging trek experiences which offer a complete circuit around the entire Everest region. As suggested by the name, the trek crosses three top passes over the 5000 meters, the Kongma La, Cho La and the Renjo La each having amazing scenery and view.
Everest Three Pass Trek Fact
Trek Duration: 15-22 days
Max Elevation: 5545 m
Difficulty: Very Challenging
Start/End: Lukla
Accommodation: Tea house
Preferred time: Spring/May
Leaving behind all the crowds of Everest base camp, this trek highlights both the majestic mountain views and the rich local Sherpa culture and combines the complete journey into a beautiful lifelong memory.
#5:Island Peak Climb
Arial View from the top of Island Peak Climb
Island Peak Expedition is a complete package of a challenging but not too technical climb to a spectacular Island Peak. Probably Imja peak is Nepals most beautiful snowy summit for climb. The trek can be an ideal option for the trekkers who want to explore the ultimate Himalayan trekking and mountaineering expedition. It combines the classic expedition of the Everest Base Camp trek with the glorious view of the Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Makalu and such majestic giant peaks and Imja Valley glacier.
Island Peak Climb Fact
Trek Duration: 15-20 days
Max Elevation: 6158 m
Difficulty: Demanding to Challenging
Start/End: Lukla
Climbing curating: Days summit climb
Accommodation: Tea house
Preferred time: Spring
Locally known by the name Imja Tse,Island Peak Trek is a perfect first climb for experienced as well as novice mountain climber as it requires minimum climbing skills. The trek passes through wilder trails of Khumbu Valley to the traditional high-Himalayan Sherpa culture in the towns of Khumbu region.
#6:Everest View Trek
Namche Bazaar from Syangboche Airport and Mt. Kangde View
Everest View Trek is an exceptional mini trek which features a wide range of remarkable Himalayan beauty fused with unique cultural encounters of the local inhabitants of the region. Enduring through the rich vegetation of Sagarmatha National Park pine forests and majestic wildlife to a lively market junction of Namche Bazaar, trekkers can experience a lifetime experience.
Everest View Trek Fact
Trek Duration: 7-10 days
Max Elevation: 3860 m
Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
Start/End: Lukla
Accommodation: Tea house
Preferred time: Spring/Autumn
This trek can be mostly preferred by those who are not willing to walk all the way to the base camp and escaping the high altitude yet but still dream of having a closer view of Mount Everest and many such snow-capped mountains rising above the clouds.
#7:Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek
Hillary Bridge before Namche in Ama Dablam Trek
Ama Dablam translates to Mother’s Necklace. The mesmerizing view of Mt. Ama Dablam from Tengboche seems to be an arm of a mother protecting her child on the sides. The trek to Ama Dablam Base Camp is a exotic and thrilling walk through the wild beauty of rhododendron forest to the heart of Sherpa land experiencing the local and raw Sherpa culture.
Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek Fact
Trek Duration: 8-10 days
Max Elevation: 4750 m
Difficulty: Moderate to Strenuous
Start/End: Lukla
Accommodation: Tea house
Preferred time: March/November
This trek is a roller-coaster ride of the traditional lifestyle of highlander, religious practices of the locals to the panoramic view of eye-captivation sceneries and sensational high peaks. Those who desire to have an extraordinary encounter in terms of adventure and culture exploration will rejoice at every step in this trek to Ama Dablam.
Conclusion of the Everest Trek
However, Everest region is one of top rated trekking routs in the world where you will get experience of high mountains walks, best view of Mt. Everest and other tallest mountain range, some of cultural experience for lifetime. We recommend you great packing list, preparation and take a guide and porter for this trek. The weather fact and altitude sickness is another great fact of this EBC Hike while you in there.