Everest Base Camp Trek from Jiri

Everest Base Camp Trek from Jiri, an iconic mountain trail in the Khumbu region of Nepal followed by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, is an alternate route to the base camp of Mt. Everest. Our 24 Days Everet Base Camp Trek via Jiri is the perfect for trekkers looking for a long trek in the Himalayas of Nepal.

Basically, there are routes to Everest Base Camp, via Lukla and via Jiri. This Jiri to Everest Base Camp trekking trail, the longest trail in the Khumbu region of Nepal requires trekkers to cross lots of high passes like Deurali, Lamjura, Trakshindo; villages like Shivalaya, Bhandar, Sete, Rimgmo accompanied by the views of additional peaks like Ganesh, Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa, and rivers, conifer, magnolia and rhododendron forest, monasteries, farm houses, prayer flags and Mani walls before reaching Lukla.  From Lukla, we follow the regular trail to the Everest Base Camp. Traditional Sherpa Art Center in Phugmoche, Cheee Factory in Ringmoo and Hydro Power Prayer Wheel in Salung are some additional attractions of this route that is not included in any other trekking routes in the Everest region.

Other major highlights of this trek include Sagarmatha National Park, Phakding and Namche, Tengboche monastery – the highest monastery in the Himalayas, and Kala Patthar ­– the best Everest and sunrise view point in the Khumbu region. Apart from the views of towering peaks like Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dalblam and  Sherpa lifestyle, you can also get acquainted with culturally rich Brahman, Chhetri, Magar and Tamang in the lower region of the Solukhumbu. Therefore, if you  are physically fit, have sound health and enough time, then planning Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek (24 days) itinerary is the right option to enjoy natural and cultural wonders of Khumbu region. No prior experience is required to plan this trek. However, in case of time limitation, we can definitely customize this trek to your requirements and budget. Moreover, some other best packages designed by Amigo Treks and Expedition like Everest Base Camp Trek (15 days), Everest Panorama Trek (10 days) and Island Peak Climbing (17 days) are also cost effective and equally fulfilling. We also offer special group discount and guarantee 100% departure date on all customized packages.

The trek to Everest Base Camp from Jiri starts with 8 hour bus ride to Jiri and ends with a scenic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. March-May and September-December is considered the best months to plan this trek. Nevertheless, Amigo Treks and Expedition can plan this trek any time of the year.

Key Note:

High altitude weather conditions are usually unpredictable, even during the best trekking seasons. Because of this, there may be sudden schedule changes with domestic flights to and from Lukla. The time duration varies depending on the weather condition. The flights may be delayed for a minimum of several hours extending to several days, depending on the weather conditions. Therefore, we strongly recommend you to get ready for this by adding a few extra days to your plan. However, if everything goes according to the plan you will be left with days that can be well utilized to enjoy other attractions like rafting, jungle safari, shopping and many more.

Safety: During the entire trek, the team leader provided by the company is responsible for your safety. The team leader will make every effort to keep up with the itinerary provided to you; however, if it concerns your safety, then the team leader holds every authority to cancel any part of the itinerary. Also, unexpected change in weather condition, the health condition of a group member, unpredicted natural disasters can all contribute to changes in the itinerary provided. Therefore, we expect you to be both flexible and supportive during the entire trek.