On the 2nd day of our Everest base camp trek from Kathmandu journey, we will travel to Namche Bazaar. To get to Namche Bazar from Phakding, we will pass through a number of small villages like Benkar and Jorsale. These villages offer a couple of tea houses where travelers can refuel their bodies and get some rest if they descend from Namche Bazar. We will also be crossing a suspension bridge, which serves as one of the exciting points of the trek.

For most people, it will be their first time walking through something that seems so dangerous, but it is actually as safe as any other crossing. We will be ascending following the Dudh Koshi River and passing through a lush green forest.

In total, we will trek for about 6 hours before reaching our destination of the day. Namche Bazar is probably the most famous village in the Khumbu region since it is a hub for all travelers to hang out.

Resting at the lap of the Himalayas at an elevation of 3,440 meters or 11,286 ft, Namche Bazar is a very scenic village, a photographer’s dream village. It’s the most picturesque any village can get.

beautiful interiors which you are sure to like.

Khumjung is another small village in the Khumbu region that is just 2.5 hours away from Namche Bazaar. Khumjung is an aesthetic village following a set color theme and is guided by the same culture. Known for its views, the town sits at an elevation of 3,790 meters.

While in this town, you can visit the Khumjung Monastery which is one of the highest monasteries in the region. It serves as a historical landmark as well as a religious building for the followers of Buddhism.

Besides that, you can visit the Khumjung Edmund Hillary School, a school established by the joint effort of the local people and Sir Edmund Hillary, the first person ever to climb Mt. Everest alongside Tenzing Norgay Sherpa. The school was built in 1961, 8 years after Hillary successfully scaled the Everest peak.

The village of Tengboche is named after the Tengboche monastery, which is known as the oldest Buddhist monastery in all of the Khumbu region. Tengboche is a less facilitated village compared to Namche Bazaar but you can still find steamed momo and noodle dishes in the area.

The staple food in the village is Dal Bhat (lentils and rice), while the other dishes are based on the local availability of different ingredients. Barley, yak meat, and potatoes are the three main ingredients of the region. It will take us 5 to 6 hours of trekking to reach Tengboche.

The village is rich in culture and natural scenery since it is surrounded by high Himalayas. You can see a scenic view of the Thamserku, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Kangtega, and others from this village.

Despite being in such a cold temperature, the village houses over 100 species of birds most of which migrate to this region in the summer and spring seasons. Besides bird watching, you can also indulge in meditation as the morning prayers echo around the village. You are free to join the yoga retreats in the area and get your peace of mind.

The 4th night of our Everest base camp trek from Kathmandu ends in Tengboche.

Located at an elevation of 4410 meters, the village of Dingboche offers tea houses and lodges for travelers to stay. These establishments hardly provide the basic amenities since getting anything in this terrain is very difficult and costs more than four times the price one would usually pay.

We will have to trek for around 5 hours to reach the village of Dingboche. Despite the extreme weather conditions in the region, Dingboche produces buckwheat, barley, and potatoes, which are the basis of most local dishes. Since the village is situated in a valley, it makes it possible to hide from the extreme cold air of the high Himalayas and form a warmer temperature to support the growth of crops.

Not every traveler stopping by this village is there for the Everest Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu; some are there for the Chhukung

To avoid any altitude-related sickness, we will be staying at Dingboche for the day. There are a number of things you can do to pass your time in Dingboche. One of the best things you can indulge yourself in is exploring the Mani wall.

The Mani Wall is a long stone wall encrypted with the sacred Buddhist mantra “Om Mane Padme Hum.” The mantra translates to “Hail to the Jewel in the Lotus.” It is believed that those who visit this site are bound for a stroke of good luck. These walls are a part of the Sherpa culture and show a deep relation between Buddhism and the Sherpa people.

You can also visit the Nangkartshang Peak, which is a viewpoint for the Kangtega, Lhotse, AmaDablam, Taboche, Nuptse, Cho Oyu, and Makalu peaks. Moreover, you can visit the Tengboche Monastery, which is the most famous monastery in the region and also the oldest gompa in the Khumbu region.

If none of those options excite you, you can opt for a massage session at a local massage parlor. Despite being in a remote village up in the mountains, you can get a deep tissue massage, hot stone massage, or a Swedish massage. After a relaxing massage session, you will probably feel rejuvenated and ready for the upcoming trek.

Kala Patthar is the most popular Everest viewpoint and probably the best as well. We should reach the village after a 6 to 7-hour trek from Gorakshep. Kala Patthar is around 10 km away from Everest, but a view from there looks too close to be real.

We will begin our journey to Kala Patthar early in the morning to see view the stunning rising sun, which is one of the highlights of this trek. You will forget all your bodily pains for a short time while you are captivated by the gorgeous orange sunrise illuminating the snow-covered Mt. Everest.

After spending some time in Kala Patthar, we will move towards the village of Pheriche, another traditional village in the Khumbu region. The village of Pheriche offers a number of lodges and tea shops for travelers, and it also has a clinic that is operated by the Himalayan Rescue Association. Clinics in these higher regions are unheard of since medicines need to be replaced as soon as they expire, which is not a viable option.

Pheriche is a hotspot for different trekkers; the village accommodates travelers of the Gokyo Lake trek, Renjo La Pass trek, Three Passes trek, Island peak climbing, and the Everest Base Camp trek.

After a night in Pheriche, our next destination will be the beautiful town of Namche Bazaar. We will reach Namche after about 6 to 7 hours of trekking. We recommend you wake up early to catch the sunrise view; it’s truly one of a kind.

We will arrange a delicious breakfast to start you off to Namche. Our lunch will be done on the way to a tea house. Our Everest base camp trek from Kathmandu is nearing its end.

After spending the last night in Namche Bazaar, we will be leaving for Lukla after lunch. We will travel for just 5 to 6 hours this day, and the trail is fairly easy.

For the entire duration of the trek, our porters will carry your luggage, which should make this trek even easier for you as you do not have to take any heavy bags on your back. Our Everest Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu package will cover the expenses for the porters as well as the guides.

On the 12th day of our trek, we will be flying out of Lukla straight to the capital city of Kathmandu. This will be the official end of our short Everest base camp trek from Kathmandu to Kathmandu.