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Khumbu, Nepal / Expedition

Everest Expedition

Approach through the Khumbu for a full expedition to Everest from Nepal, with an extended climbing and acclimatization window.

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Mount Everest catching the evening light
Mount Everest catching the evening light.
Duration
65 daysOutline programme
Summit objective
8,848.86 mRoute objective
Season
SpringAsk for current dates
Experience
High-altitude expeditionExpedition

A closer look at the journey.

Everest from Nepal begins among the villages and monasteries of the Khumbu before reaching the expedition camps above the Khumbu Glacier. The approach passes Namche, Tengboche and Pheriche. Beyond base camp, sustained glacier travel and high-altitude climbing make this a major undertaking for climbers with substantial expedition experience.

The approach and climbing phases form one extended mountain journey. Time above base camp is used for acclimatization, carrying equipment, rest and a summit attempt when conditions allow. Discuss your climbing history with us so that the route, team support and equipment plan suit the objective and your experience.

  • Khumbu approach through Namche and Tengboche
  • Extended base camp and climbing period
  • Everest from its Nepal side

The route, day by day.

This is an outline programme. The team will confirm the route and arrangements with you, allowing for weather, access and local conditions.

Day 1-3Kathmandu preparation

Arrive, check equipment and complete the expedition preparations and briefings.

Day 4Lukla to Phakding

Fly to Lukla and begin the approach along the Dudh Koshi.

Day 5-6Namche Bazaar

Climb to Namche and spend a further day acclimatizing.

Day 7-9Tengboche to Lobuche

Continue through Tengboche and Pheriche into the upper Khumbu.

Day 10Everest Base Camp

Reach the expedition base and settle into camp.

Day 11-60Acclimatization and climbing window

Use rotations, rest and higher camps to prepare for a summit attempt, subject to conditions.

Day 61-63Return to Lukla

Descend through Tengboche and Phakding, then finish the trek in Lukla.

Day 64Fly to Kathmandu

Return by air when weather permits and transfer to the hotel.

Day 65Departure

Leave Kathmandu or continue with onward arrangements.

A clear plan and quotation.

Request an itemised quotation for your group, dates and preferred level of support. Agree the inclusions before booking travel.

Services to discuss

  • Agree the permit arrangements and in-country transport in your quotation.
  • Agree the guiding, porter support and responsibilities on the mountain.
  • Agree accommodation, camp facilities and the meals provided at each stage.
  • Agree shared climbing equipment, communications and emergency arrangements.

Budget separately

  • International travel, entry documents and costs outside the agreed programme.
  • Personal climbing equipment and insurance appropriate to the itinerary.
  • Personal spending, tips and any separately agreed climbing staff bonuses.
  • Additional accommodation, transport or evacuation costs if plans change.

Before you set out.

Substantial high-altitude expedition experience, confident use of fixed ropes and crampons, and the endurance for repeated camp rotations are essential.

Accommodation: Hotels in Kathmandu, trekking lodges or approach camps, and tented climbing camps.

Use the trip preparation guide to plan equipment, travel documents and questions for the team.

Is the summit attempt on a fixed day?

The itinerary gives a climbing window. Your guide will adjust the attempt, rest days and descent to the conditions and the team. Reaching the summit cannot be guaranteed.

What experience should I discuss before booking?

Substantial high-altitude expedition experience, confident use of fixed ropes and crampons, and the endurance for repeated camp rotations are essential. Share details of your recent climbs, altitude experience and rope skills so that we can assess the preparation and support required.

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