Start your day with a wholesome breakfast at OR2K, known for its fresh, vegetarian-friendly dishes. Meals served from 7:30am, so have a light early bite if needed.
Take the scenic 35-minute flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, the gateway for many Everest treks. Flights typically operate early morning to ensure clear weather.
Ascend steadily through rhododendron forests and suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River to the bustling Sherpa town of Namche Bazaar (3,440m); trek duration about 6 hours.
Trek 3 hours uphill to the famous Tengboche Monastery (3,867m), the spiritual center of the Khumbu region, with stunning views of Everest and surrounding peaks.
Start your gradual ascent from Namche to Everest Base Camp (5,364m), passing through Dingboche and Pheriche with spectacular mountain landscapes; this trek lasts approximately 7-8 hours.