Highlights

• Panoramic view of Mt Everest and other peaks

• Easy trek and suitable for trekkers who have limited time and limited budget 

• Scenic flight with bird eye view of the Himalayas and hilly landscapes

• Explore the mountain town of Nepal, Namche Bazaar

• Walk through World’s highest National Park, Sagarmatha National Park

• Visit the oldest and biggest Tengboche monastery of Khumbu region

• Great opportunity to learn about the Sherpa culture and lifestyles

Everest panorama view trek is the mini trek that provides the journey through the panoramic view of Mt Everest, the highest in the world. Everest view Trek or also known as Everest Panorama trek’s ultimate objective is to offer Everest panoramic view throughout the journey. It is also famous for its name Everest Panoramic View Trek. This trip is specially designed to enjoy views of the Majestic Mount Everest escaping from the high altitude and the long days of walking. The trek also offers stunning views of other wonderful ranges passing through the lush valleys, steady flowing rivers, the hilly or the Himalayan landscapes and pure chances to encounter the rich diversities of flora and fauna. Everest panorama view trek is best appropriate for the beginner trekkers who are craving to see Mt Everest. 

This trek will amaze you with the breathtaking views of four peaks that are above 8,000 meters namely Mt Everest 8,848 meters, Lhotse 8,516 meters, Makalu 8,481 meters and Cho Oyo 8,201 meters. Also, the massif shares the outstanding view of many other beautiful peaks like Ama Dablam, Tawache, Nuptse, Thamserku and many more peaks. The Everest trekking region is mostly inhabited by Sherpa people. Those who are craving for the Mt Everest and the enthusiastic to learn about Sherpa culture, tradition and religion of the Everest region, this is the ideal choice among numerous options. This trek is specially designed to admire the view of Mt Everest from different perspectives. So, this trek is not complicated as Everest Base Camp also, shares the iconic view from every camp you stay. Starting from the bird’s eye flight to Lukla to walking through the classic trail of Everest region through lush forest of rhododendron and juniper along with luring panoramic view of Himalayan landscapes of Mt Everest, Everest Panorama View Trek is a lifetime experience. Besides all of that, Everest region is itself in Sagarmatha (Everest in Nepali) National Park with diverse flora and fauna. It is the sweet home of 118 species of birds including Himalayan Monal, Blood pheasant, Red-billed chough and Yellow-billed chough. It is also home for some rare mammal species like Snow leopard, Red panda, Himalayan black bear and Musk deer.

The journey to admire the best panoramic views of Everest begins with short flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. It is a short 35 minutes of flight and yet has the most beautiful scenic aerial views. After landing on Lukla, the trail leads through the lush vegetation of Sagarmatha National Park with rhododendron and pine forest and plenty of wild lives. On the route, you will stay in Namche Bazaar, a mountain town with the highest residences in Everest region. You need a rest day in here for the acclimatization. As the ultimate goal of the trip is to admire the view of Everest as much as possible so taking the advantage of rest day in Namche Bazaar we will hike up to the Everest view hotel. The spot has got the 360 degree view of the mountains. Namche Bazaar is without a doubt, one of the beat viewpoints of the Everest region. Then the trek leads to the Tengboche, where you can have the splendid view of Mt Everest including Nuptse, Lhotse and other awe-inspiring giants of the Himalayas. Also, Tengboche is really famous for its Tengboche monastery which is the biggest monastery carrying its own history and religion. You can observe the footprint of the Milarepa, one of the famous yogi and poets, serving as an example for Buddhism. Then, the trail follows back through the Monjo, ending at Lukla and flying back to Kathmandu. Every location is specially chosen because of the panoramic view. So that you can have the best view from every location wherever you are staying. This trek is ideal for those who wish to enjoy the striking and delightful views of the mountain in Everest region without doing any difficult trek.

Everest panorama view trekking outline itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350 m)

Day 02: Preparation day and sightseeing in Kathmandu valley

Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2,860 m) and trek to Phakding (2,610 m) 3 hours

Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) 5 hours

Day 05: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and excursion

Day 06: Trek to Tengboche (3,860 m) 5 hours

Day 07: Trek to Monjo (2,835 m) 5 hours

Day 08: Trek to Lukla 4 hours

Day 09: Fly back to Kathmandu

Day 10: Final international departure

Everest panorama view trekking detailed itinerary

BLD represents Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 01:Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350 m), Hotel

Namaste and Welcome to Nepal. As soon as you get out of the arrival section of Tribhuwan International Airport you can see our representative waiting with your name placard to welcome you. You will be transferred to respective hotel. You can take rest in the hotel or explore some city areas. In the evening, we will meet again for the dinner with your trekking teammates. Also, short pre-trek briefing is given by your guide in the meantime. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 02:Preparation day and sightseeing in Kathmandu valley, B, Hotel 

Another important day in Kathmandu. It is the day specially designed for the preparation for the trekking. You can buy your necessary stuffs for trekking. Our staffs will be busy on preparing necessary documents and permits. Also it is the free day for you so your guide will take you to some famous UNSECO World Heritage sites of Kathmandu valley for sightseeing. The full day of sightseeing takes you to the Basantapur Durbar square, Swayambhunath Stupa, Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple and Patan Durbar Square if you got sufficient time. Each heritage site has its own significant history, culture, architecture, etc. After getting back to hotel, be ready for the early morning flight tomorrow. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 03:Fly to Lukla (2,860 m) and trek to Phakding (2,610 m) 3 hours, BLD, Teahouse

After the very early morning breakfast, your guide will come to pick you up and transfer to the airport for the flight to Lukla. The flight takes 35 minutes and has bird’s eye view of the Himalayas and lush green hills. After landing on Tenzing Hillary Airport you will meet your remaining teammates. This is the first day of trekking. You will start your trekking from Lukla to Phakding which has effortless descending trail for about two hours. Overnight stay in Phakding.

Day 04:Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) 5 hours, BLD, Teahouse

After leaving Phakding, the goal is to reach Namche bazaar, a famous mountain town of Nepal. It is also known as Sherpa Capital. We will pass through many villages like Jorsale and Monjo. Monjo is the entry point of the Sagarmatha National Park, where you need to check your permits. The trail passes through the Sagarmatha National Park following the Dudh Koshi River and leads to the Namche Bazaar. Namche Bazaar shares the magnificent view of different panoramic peaks like Mt Everest, Thamserku, Taboche, Khumbila and more. Overnight stay in Namche Bazaar.

Day 05:Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar and excursion, BLD, Teahouse

Acclimatization day, a very important day for prevention from altitude sickness and other problems related to high altitude. Since, it is the Everest view trek we will hike up to the top of the Namche Bazaar which shares the dramatic 360 degree view of mountains including Mt Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse and many more peaks. After the way back to the Namche, you can explore the Sherpa Cultural Museum. Overnight stay in Namche Bazaar.

Day 06:Trek to Tengboche (3,860 m) 5 hours, BLD, Teahouse

The easy trail leads to the Dudh Koshi River valley towards Phunke Tenga. Then the ascending trail leads to the Tengboche. Tengboche is very famous for its Tengboche monastery, which is the biggest monastery of the Khumbu or Everest region. Throughout the trail, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of natural beauty consisting of rivers, hills and Himalayan peaks. Overnight stay in Tengboche.

Day 07:Trek to Monjo (2,835 m) 5 hours, BLD, Teahouse

Trail drops down to Dudh Koshi river and crosses the suspension bridge again. First, we need to pass by the Namche Bazaar and then to Monjo. The descend trail follow the similar path through the juniper and rhododendron forests. Passing by the Bhote Koshi, we cross the river and then to Monjo. Monjo is the remote village of Khumbu region. Overnight stay in Monjo.

Day 08:Trek to Lukla 4 hours, BLD, Teahouse 

The initial trail is easy descending until we arrive Phakding. Walking for a while then the trail starts to ascend to Lukla. Lukla is the city where you can relax and celebrate the accomplishment of the trekking.

Day 09:Fly back to Kathmandu, BD, Hotel 

Today is the last day of the trekking as well as in the Everest region. We will transfer you to the airport for flying back to Kathmandu. You can have your day full of rest or you can explore Thamel area. In the evening we will meet for the farewell dinner.

Day 10:Final international departure, B, Flight

Today, it is your last day in Nepal. If you have enough time you can buy the top souvenirs you can find in Nepal. Our representative will drop you to the Airport and see you off. Have a nice journey and see you again.

Cost for 1 PAX: $1290 /-

Cost for 2 or more PAX: $1099 per person

Note: Trip cost varies with the group sizes.

Everest panorama view trek cost breakdown

Cost Includes

•  Airport pick up, drop and other transfers

•  3* hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twin sharing basis including bed and breakfast (BB)

•  Complimentary farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant with cultural performances

•  Sightseeing in Kathmandu with all entrance fees

•  Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu both way flight

•  6 night’s teahouse lodge during the trek

•  Full board meals i.e. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner during trekking

•  Tea / coffee in cups

•  4 nights attached bathroom during trek (3 nights at Namche and 1 night at Lukla) with hot shower

•  Fully licensed, qualified English speaking trekking guide (leader) and assistant Sherpa as per the group

•  Porter service, 1 for 2 trekkers

•  All the staff's expenses including flight, salary, food, accommodation, equipment and insurance

•  Sagarmatha National Park fee

•  Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance fee

•  Trekking permit and other paperwork

•  Trekking route map

•  Company T-shirt

•  First Aid Medical Kit

•  All the government and local taxes

Cost Excludes

•  Nepal visa fee and international flight

•  Meals in Kathmandu

•  Extra accommodation and meals behind schedule

•  Travel and emergency rescue insurance

•  Personal expenses like hot shower, wifi, battery charge, laundry, chocolates and beverages of any kinds during trek

•  Gratuities to the staffs (mandatory)

•  Optional supply if necessary; sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bags (to be returned after)

Everest Panorama View Trek Useful Information

Kathmandu airport pick up and drop services

Nature Lovers Treks and Tours’ staffs will pick you up from the airport as per your flight arrival time and similarly drop you off in the airport for international departure according to your flight schedule. During arrival, please don’t forget to look for your name placard hold by the team, outside the airport arrival gate. Our staff will be impatiently waiting for your arrival to greet you and warmly welcome you in Nepal. ‘NAMASTE’ is the foremost and the most commonly used greeting word in Nepal which you will hear from our staff at the very first moment you meet him.

Customized Trips and Trip departure

Everest Panorama View Trek departs from Kathmandu as per our fixed departure dates. You can join any available fixed departure groups if you are a solo or small group travelers if you wish to, when the trips cannot be customized.

But if you are in a private group, fixed departure dates are not suitable for you and so you need to choose your own dates and packages, when you can customize the trek as per your travel needs. For further information, please kindly contact your own friendly neighbor, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours.

Accommodations in Kathmandu and during trek

You will be staying in the 3 star hotel in Kathmandu while in the teahouse lodges or guesthouses during the trek.

Nature Lovers Treks and Tours has the best accommodation arrangement for you from the beginning to the end. We believe after the tough walking day, everyone deserves the proper rest and the right ambience to relax and chill. Therefore, our choice of accommodation is the best when it comes to the trekking days. The rooms will be clean and comfy. Our entire accommodations will be on twin-sharing basis as you can see, so you have to let us know if others; let’s say if you want triple or quadruple sharing or if you want a double bed, etc. There will be extra charge for the single supplement.

If you wish to change the accommodation category to a better ones in Kathmandu, please let us know and we can change it for you on added cost.

Route Map and Company T-shirt

Nature Lovers Treks and Tours offers you a complimentary trekking map and the company t-shirts.

Safe Drinking Water during Everest Panorama View Trek

Hydrating yourself is the most important thing to do during the trek. You should drink at least 3 liters of water every day or more. The main reason is to avoid the altitude sickness and to avoid other health issues. Nature Lovers Treks and Tours provides you water purification tablets or liquids to purify the water in the mountains. You can even buy mineral water or boiled water on extra cost.

Your trekking guides and porters

Nature Lovers Treks and Tours has the best guides and porters in the whole tourism industry. We can guarantee you on that. Ask yourselves a question. What do you look for in a guide and a porter? Are they fully insured and are they paid well? Well, they are the staffs of Nature Lovers Treks and Tours so they are hundred percent happy with their treatment by the company. They are experienced, licensed and knowledgeable in the field. They are well paid and fully insured for their journey as well as for the medicals.

Now, let’s talk about our backbones. The leader or a guide should have a significant knowledge in the climbing and trekking so that he can wonderfully and safely lead you, clearing any obstacles on the way. We, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours can proudly say that our guides (climbing, assistant, trekking guide) are highly qualified for the role. They are fully trained, experienced and licensed. They have undergone through a whole lot of training to make themselves useful in various situations and to make your journey a smooth and pleasant one.

Our guide knows the local areas, the cultures, the traditions and the lifestyles much more than anyone do. Some of the things he tells you, might even be hard to find in the travel guide books. Depending upon the situations and weather conditions, the daily plans might change slightly which when happens, he will inform you beforehand. You should always be flexibly ready to accommodate to your guides’ instructions. Let him know if you have any health problems as well since he will act accordingly to the situation. Depending upon the group size, we will also provide you assistant guides and extra Sherpas if needed.

Our porters are always fully equipped with the gears they need and as per the company policy, they are always insured and completely looked after. They are our backbone. We allow maximum weight of 25/30 kg to be carried by one porter. They are the strongest in our group with less communication skills. We also closely work with IPPG {International Porter Protection Group} and follow their ethics and guidelines.

Your safety

Nature Lovers Treks and Tours puts your safety as the top priority. We provide you our own comprehensive first aid medical kit bag along with the professional team of guides and porters. We are always in communication with our field team members to keep track of your safety and concerns. Your entire journey will be monitored by us and we make sure you enjoy your journey in full scale. We are available 24/7 for your health and safety checks during Everest Panorama View Trek.

Urgent point to Note

We always suggest you to keep extra one or two days in your trek since we are taking the domestic flights from/to Lukla. The weather in the mountains is unpredictable and can change anytime drastically which means your flight can be delayed or at worst cancelled and postponed for the next day. Therefore, this goes to all the Everest trekkers, that extra days are needed if you wish to take flights from/to Lukla.

Everest Panorama View Trek Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Everest Panorama View Trek cost?

The cost of the Everest Panorama View Trek varies from $800-$1800 depending upon the number of days you choose to trek. The longer the trek, more expensive it will become. Similarly, the price will differ with the accommodation choices also. Normally, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours offers a comprehensive package which is inclusive of all the cost and expenses for the entire journey from the moment you land in Nepal till the moment you fly back home. However, you could also choose to buy only service-based package from us when we will be providing you only the supporting field staffs plus trekking permits and you have to arrange the rest by yourselves.

How is the Accommodation during the Everest Panorama View Trek?

In Everest Panorama View Trek, we will provide you the teahouse accommodations. A teahouse is typically a mountain lodge which is a combination of a lodge or a guest house and a restaurant or a café with basic furniture and interiors suitable for the social hangout. Many teahouses even have some attached bathrooms and the central heating furnace. Most of the teahouses provide the European toilets these days while Asian style of toilets are available in every teahouses. Hot showers are available but on extra cost. The same goes with the hot drinking water since they use the gas or solar to boil the water. Sleeping blankets are usually provided but we recommend you to carry your own sleeping bags for the hygienic purpose {can be arranged on request}. At the same time, it’s better to carry your own toiletries including the towels.

What are the permits that I need for Everest Panorama View Trek?

For Everest Panorama View Trek, you will need to make two permits: Sagarmatha National Park Entrance fee {can be made in Nepal Tourism Board at Kathmandu or in Monjo} and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance fee {obtained in Lukla}.

How does this tipping system in Nepal works and do I have to tip?

Tipping is not compulsory for Everest Panorama View Trek however tipping is all about showing your gratitude and appreciation. We care about our staffs in the fields so we expect you to look after them in return for them looking after you throughout your journey. They are your closest friend in the remotest parts and also your protector whenever anything seems to happen to you. So tipping is highly expected and we’ve made it mandatory too. The amount of gratuities can be determined by yourselves. Normally, a guide expects around $5 or more per day per person while a porter expects $4 or more per day per person.

Can I charge my phones, batteries or other electronic devices in Everest Panorama View Trek?

You can easily charge your electronic devices during Everest Panorama View Trek but by paying small amount or fees for charging. Don’t forget to buy a plug adaptor or socket fittings before you leave Kathmandu.

Is there WiFi and mobile signal on the Everest Panorama View Trek?

Everest Panorama View Trek route has good mobile network coverage these days, thanks to the Nepalese telecommunication companies called Ncell and NTC. You can buy one of these Sim cards from any local phone shops in Kathmandu and use the mobile data on trek.

WiFi is easily available on purchase in Everest Panorama View Trek route. There are some internet cafes along the route as well from where you can use WiFi to communicate with your loved ones which is comparatively cheaper than buying the WiFi packs. However, the signal varies from place to place and please don’t expect to receive the fast data coverage in the trek.

When is the best time to trek to Everest Panorama View trip?

Everest Panorama View Trek can be done throughout the year. However in average, Spring {March, April and May} and Autumn {September, October and November} are the best times or seasons to trek to Everest Panorama View trip. Spring and Autumn are known as the Peak season or Busy season in Nepal. It’s because the temperature is moderate during these seasons and the best panoramic mountain views are guaranteed while during other Summer {June, July and August} and Winter {December, January and February} season, the clear weather is not guaranteed. But if you are an explorer, a photographer and a peace lover, less busy season can also be the right time to do Everest Panorama View Trek. The problem is the weather is harsh cold in winter and there’s snow everywhere while the summer has rainfalls and clouds obscuring the mountains and the views are not so great most of the time.

Do I have to worry about the altitude sickness in Everest Panorama View Trek?

The itinerary of our Everest Panorama View Trek is perfectly designed by Nature Lovers Treks and Tours and has separated enough time in the places to let the body acclimatize well in high altitudes. As long as you follow the guide, you should be fine. Altitude sickness in fact can affect anyone regardless of the age or the fitness level, so it is very important to walk slowly and gradually as you go higher. Learn more in details about Altitude Sickness to prepare yourselves for the upcoming Everest Panorama View Trek.

Do I need to be healthy and physically fit for Everest Panorama View Trek?

When it comes to trekking in the mountains, health and fitness of a person plays a vital role. If you are a healthy person without any serious medical problems, Everest Panorama View Trek is for you but if you have any sorts of medical issues, please consult to your doctor before coming to Nepal for the trek. We will be gaining the high altitude of 3880 m above the sea level which is not a joke. People normally start to have breathing problems above 3000 meters from the sea level, if they have pre-existing health conditions.

Now when it comes to the fitness level required, Everest Panorama View Trek does not demand high physical fitness. The trekking includes daily walks of about 4-8 hours and involves many ascents and descents which means you need at least some practices before you start the trekking journey. If you do not have the previous trekking experience, that’s fine but obviously if you have previous experiences, it will be lot easier. For those not having previous trekking experiences, please exercise regularly for at least a month prior your trekking departure. Go for the morning walks, do some jogging as you get time, participate in some cycling activities, etc. This way, you will be good to go for trekking to Everest Panorama View Trek.

What kind of food items or meals can I eat on Everest Panorama View Trek?

Only breakfast is included in Kathmandu while full board meals or full meals are included during the trek. Tea and coffee will also be provided during the entire trip. During the trek, you will have your breakfast and dinner in the same teahouse where you spend the night while the lunch will be served en route towards the next destination of the day. There are a varieties of choices to choose from; Nepalese, Tibetan, Indian, Continental, etc.

The most common and the highly recommended food during the Everest Panorama View Trek is typical Nepali Dal Bhat {rice and lentil}; even better without meat, means Nepali Vegetarian Dal Bhat. You can also eat other food items such as seasonal vegetables, noodles and spaghetti, pastas, pizzas and French fries, soups, etc. depending upon the availability. For the beverage, you can either choose warm, hot or cold beverages; soft drinks, beer and hard drinks. For the breakfast, you can order cereals, breads, noodle soups, egg dishes, etc.

Do I need a travel insurance for Everest Panorama View Trek?

Travel insurance is a must when you trek to Everest Panorama View trip. Therefore before you come to Nepal, please make sure you have your insurance documents with you since our insurance companies cannot insure foreign nationals. Because of the reason that they cover all the expenses, if you face some unfortunate happenings and you have to be rescued or medically assisted during the trip or if your belongings are lost or stolen. We strongly advise you to take out an insurance which covers any medical risks up to 3800 meter as well as the medical evacuation from the mountains.

What gears and equipment do I need to pack for Everest Panorama View Trek?

Choosing the right gear and equipment is important as well for the successful trek to Everest region. Pack the right gears and equipment but remember, packing as light as possible is the best way to go when trekking to Everest Panorama View trip. You should read this What to take for travel to get all the details on what you need to pack or carry.