Everest Grand Panorama Trek

Trip Itinerary

Note: During the peak season, Lukla flights operate from Manthali Airport, Ramechhap, which is located 135 km east of Kathmandu city center. The drive takes approximately 4 hours. To catch the flight, we have to either arrive there a day before or depart from Kathmandu as early as 2 or 3 am.

Trip FAQs

• Food: Tea houses are run by family most of the trekking areas. They offer the menu with diverse western and local foods like Dal Bhat, Yak Steak, and many items from Potato. Most Lodge owners have been in the business for a long time and have mastered knowledge in preparing food under less than ideal conditions! They use fresh vegetables, whenever they can bring from the low-lying villages or from Kathmandu as well as pre-packed products. The milk along the trail is powder milk (added with water), always ask for hot milk and avoid any raw food or vegetable, fresh salad, or fresh fruit salad; unless they have been soaked in iodine water or your hand is clean enough
• Water: You can fill directly from the tap and use Iodine tablet or any other water purification tablets and Steripen. You can buy the boiled water from tea house in the evening, morning or afternoon, and no need to use any purification tablet. Please don’t drink water directly from a Tap or from a Jar and stream, which may cause your stomach problems. Please remember; before you buy bottled water don’t forget to see expire date.
• Accommodations: On the trail, usually you will have double room with separate beds. Usually, rooms are small. But plenty of space for you to move around and form Matters with a clean bedsheet and most lodges have warm dining with a centrally heated chimney to keep you warm in the evening. The lodge owner always gives door luck. Don’t leave the room without luck.
• First Aid Kit and Medical Facility: Each of you should have own first aid kit with some general medicine that you know or prescribed by your doctor. Please don’t forget to take your medication for the whole trip. If you stop taking your medication or if you will not have the full course of medication, that you are taking, it may create trouble for you on the trek. I do have a First Aid Kit with general medicine for emergencies and share it with everyone including porters.There is a hospital in Lukla newly built for general treatment, at Namche has a health post for local and small medical stores, where they give very basic advice and sell some medication too. Khunde Hospital at Khunde built by Sir Edmond Hillary provides basic surgery and all the basic treatment for locals and trekkers. Every year hundreds of trekkers visit this hospital during their trip, especially those who suffer from AMS.
• Preparations: You don’t have to be a mountaineer or athletic to come to Nepal. As long as you are in good physical shape or reasonably fit, you do not require big hiking experience for short treks. The time you put into physical training before you come on this trip definitely be rewarded. Every day at least an hour jogging and climbing the stairs will help you a lot.
• Weather: Spring (March-May)
  Spring, from March to May, ranks as the second-best trekking season in Nepal. As temperatures rise, vibrant wildflowers like Rhododendrons paint the landscape. Mornings usually offer clear skies, with clouds drifting in later in the day, occasionally accompanied by light rain and lightning. The best trekking experiences are often found in the morning, offering breathtaking views of the Himalayas. Early spring days may feel chilly, while May brings warmer temperatures. However, altitude plays a significant role, with temperatures dropping below zero at altitudes above 2500 meters, necessitating proper gear throughout the year.Summer (Monsoon) (June-August):
  Summer, from June to September, ushers in heavy rainfall, rendering many trekking trails impassible due to the rising water level of the rivers, landslides, and reduced visibility. The mountainous regions become shrouded in clouds and rain during the monsoon season, with muddy trails and lurking leeches. Yet, the season also brings lush greenery, freshness, and a profusion of wildflowers, offering a unique experience for those brave enough to venture into nature’s embrace.

  Autumn (September-November):
  Autumn, from September to November, boasts settled weather with clear blue skies, following the monsoon season. The dust and pollution clear from the atmosphere, and the landscape reveals a stunning panorama, accompanied by warm and pleasant temperatures. Widely regarded as the prime trekking season in Nepal, autumn promises an unforgettable journey, though December brings colder weather, particularly at higher altitudes, necessitating warm, high-quality gear.

  Winter (December-February):
  Winter, from December to February, sees fewer trekkers venturing into the high mountains due to plummeting temperatures, which can dip below -20 degrees Celsius. Heavy snowfall, extreme weather conditions, and closed mountain passes deter many tourists. However, for those undeterred by the cold, winter trekking offers solitude and awe-inspiring views of the Himalayas, with clearer skies and fewer fellow trekkers compared to peak seasons. Proper preparation and a tolerance for chilly weather are essential for a rewarding winter trekking experience.

• Communication: Now in the Everest region, most places have telephone service and Lukla and throughout the trip, your cell phone will receive a network signal, if the weather is stable. Lukla, Namche, Khumjung, and Tyengboche available internet access too.
• Flight: During the peak season more than 50 flights happen at Lukla by different Airlines and more than 500 people do up and down every day. But it depends on the weather conditions. Often flight gets canceled due to weather. Each flight takes 25-35m depending on which airline you are. The half-hour flight is an adventure too. The planes fly over the hills and close to some of the snow-capped mountains. The left-hand side to Lakla and right-hand side to KTM is the best view of the Mountains.
• Payments: We require a 25% deposit of the total trip cost two months before your trip starts to confirm your reservation. The remainder of the payment must be made on your arrival in Kathmandu.
• Travel Insurance Policy: You must have travel insurance to trek in Nepal and that should cover helicopter evacuation as well as medical treatment. Travel insurance is very reasonable and a great value. Evacuation by helicopter is very expensive and prices are rising steeply. A typical evacuation costs U.S. $7500 minimum and the money must be deposited before the chopper leaves Kathmandu. For your safety and peace of mind make sure you buy insurance and give us a copy of your policy before heading out on your trek.
• Staff Welfare: We are committed to the welfare of our staff, including trip leaders/guides, assistance guides, cooks, and porters. We ensure good wages, proper insurance, and the necessary clothing for all associated staff. They are the backbone of the adventure industry in Nepal. In Nepal, it is customary to tip field staff at the end trip as a token of gratitude for their hard work, and they also anticipate tips from clients.