| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | 10 Days |
| Max Altitude | 3,867 m (Tengboche Monastery) |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Price | USD 945 per person |
| Best Season | Spring (Mar–May), Autumn (Sep–Nov) |
| Start/End Point | Kathmandu – Kathmandu |
| Group / Private | Group & Private Options Available |
The Everest Tengboche Trek is a 10-day Himalayan adventure designed for trekkers who want breathtaking mountain views, Sherpa culture, and spiritual experiences at Tengboche Monastery. Ideal for first-time trekkers, families, couples, and adventure seekers, this trek provides a compact yet complete Everest region experience.
You’ll trek through the Khumbu region, cross Dudh Koshi River suspension bridges, and stay in tea houses along the trail. Highlights include panoramic views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Nuptse, visits to Sherpa villages, and wildlife spotting such as musk deer and Nepal’s national bird, the Danphe.
With planned acclimatization days at Namche Bazaar, a moderate daily walking schedule, and expert local guides, the Everest Tengboche Trek is safe, scenic, and unforgettable. Check our Everest Base Camp Trek for a longer, iconic Everest adventure.
For a different perspective of the Khumbu region, see our Everest View Trek package.
| Day | Route | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrival in Kathmandu | Airport transfer, hotel check-in, rest |
| 2 | Kathmandu sightseeing & trek prep | Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, trek briefing |
| 3 | Fly to Lukla & trek to Phakding | Dudh Koshi River, Sherpa villages, tea house stay |
| 4 | Trek to Namche Bazaar | Suspension bridges, alpine forest, Namche Bazaar |
| 5 | Acclimatization day in Namche | Everest View Hotel, Sherpa Museum, short hikes |
| 6 | Trek to Tengboche & monastery hike | Tengboche Monastery, Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse views |
| 7 | Trek to Monjo | Alpine meadows, terraced villages, Dudh Koshi Valley |
| 8 | Trek to Lukla | Khumbu Valley, last Himalayan views |
| 9 | Fly to Kathmandu | Hotel transfer, optional sightseeing |
| 10 | Departure | Airport transfer, trek ends |
Learn more about our Everest Tengboche Trek Itinerary details and daily route tips.
Total Price: USD 945 per person
The Everest Tengboche Trek – Himalayan Hero Package offers excellent value for a 10-day adventure in the Everest region. This package includes all essential trekking services, carefully designed to ensure comfort, safety, and cultural experience at an affordable cost.
This package is designed for international trekkers seeking a hassle-free adventure, where all logistics, permits, and accommodations are taken care of, so you can focus solely on the mountains and cultural experience.
These exclusions allow trekkers to customize their experience without being tied to unnecessary services.
These upgrades are ideal for travelers seeking extra comfort, flexibility, and safety.
Your safety, comfort, and experience are our top priorities on the Everest Tengboche Trek. Our licensed guides and professional porters are highly trained to ensure you enjoy the trek with peace of mind, cultural insight, and expert support.
With our expert guides and supportive porters, you are not just trekking; you are immersed in the Everest region with safety, comfort, and authentic experiences guaranteed.
On the Everest Tengboche Trek, your comfort and well-being are essential. We provide carefully selected tea houses and lodges along the route, balancing local authenticity with hygiene and comfort.
Staying in tea houses is part of the Everest trekking experience, giving you a blend of comfort, local culture, and breathtaking views.
By arranging all permits in advance, our Himalayan Hero Everest Tengboche Trek package ensures a stress-free, legal, and immersive trekking experience.
The Everest Tengboche Trek is classified as moderate, making it accessible for beginners, families, and first-time trekkers, while still offering a rewarding Himalayan adventure.
With proper preparation, even first-time trekkers can complete this trek safely and comfortably while enjoying every moment.
The Everest region has distinct seasons, and the timing of your trek affects views, weather, and trail conditions.
| Season | Highlights | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Spring (March–May) | Rhododendron blooms, moderate temperatures, clear mountain views | Highly recommended |
| Autumn (September–November) | Crisp air, clear skies, stable weather, Everest views | Highly recommended |
| Winter (December–February) | Cold temperatures, snow-covered peaks, fewer trekkers | For experienced trekkers only |
| Monsoon (June–August) | Heavy rain, slippery trails, landslide risk | Not recommended |
Spring and Autumn are the best times to trek, offering optimal weather, vibrant landscapes, and clear Himalayan vistas. See our Everest Trek Best Time Guide for detailed seasonal advice.
Proper gear is essential for a comfortable and safe trek. Here’s a complete checklist:
Packing wisely ensures safety, comfort, and enjoyment throughout your Everest Tengboche Trek.
Safety is our top priority on this trek. Our team ensures you trek responsibly and comfortably.
With expert guides, supportive porters, and proper safety protocols, your Everest Tengboche Trek is both adventurous and secure.
Don’t miss the chance to experience the Everest Tengboche Trek – 10-day Himalayan Hero Package, one of the most accessible and rewarding treks in Nepal. This trek offers:
With our all-inclusive Himalayan Hero package, you can focus entirely on trekking, photography, and local experiences while we handle the logistics, permits, and safety.
On your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu), one of the representatives from Himalayan Hero Adventure will receive you and transfer you to the hotel. After hotel check-in, take a rest in your comfort zone! Later, you will be invited for an introduction with our team and your trekking guide. You can put your queries related to trekking in front of trekking guides. In the evening, get ready for the welcome dinner offered by our team in a typical Nepali restaurant! You will have the chance to taste the real taste of Nepal! Night stay in the hotel in Kathmandu.
Today, in the early morning after having breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the traditional, historical, and cultural sites of Nepal that are in Kathmandu valley. Pashupatinath temple, Swayambhunath temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Kathmandu Durbar Square are the popular tourist attraction of Kathmandu city. These sites are even listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Exploring these places, you will see many ancient monuments, artifacts, wooden buildings decorated with various designs, and you will get an insight into Nepal’s history and religions. Devotees around the world visit these places again and again on their special occasions. During Shivratri, Hindu pilgrimages over the world visit the Pashupatinath temple to worship God and take blessings. Night stay in the hotel in Kathmandu. Breakfast.
Flight Duration: 35 min and Walking Duration: 3 to 4 hours After having breakfast in the hotel and hotel check-out, we will move to Kathmandu Domestic Airport for a flight to Lukla. Flying over the beautiful Himalayan land of Nepal will offer you breathtaking views of snow-clad mountains, rivers, and green forests. Reaching Lukla; surrounded by mountains, we will meet our remaining crew, have lunch, and take a rest for a while. Then, we will begin our trekking journey following the Dudh Koshi River. The trail crosses the suspension bridge, passes the rhododendron forests, Sherpa settlements, and steep terrains. Reaching Phakding, explore around the village! On the way to the village, you will encounter majestic views of mountains and landscapes. we will also visit the Phakding monastery. Night stay in the guest house. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Trekking Duration: 6 to 7 hours After having breakfast, we will begin our walk through a steep climb. Today, you will cross many suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River and Imja Khola. Several picturesque villages like Monjo, Jorasle will pop out on the way. You will also pass through the dense forests filled with rhododendron and pine trees. Monjo village is the entrance point of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed site; Sagarmatha National Park where you can see various floras and faunas. Tonight, explore around the town! Night stay in the lodge. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
While trekking at a higher altitude, altitude acclimatization is essential to reduce the chance of altitude sickness problems. For adopting with higher altitude, we will hike up to Syangboche and the Everest View Hotel. The view of mountains, landscapes, and sunrise from these vantage points is just incredible. You will witness the view of Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and other surrounding peaks. After returning from hiking, interact with local people and visit the local museums to learn and observe the culture of locals. Night stay in the lodge. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Trekking Duration: 5 to 6 hours Today’s trail at first descends to the Dudh Koshi River and then climbs up to Tengboche. The trail passes through Phunke, Tenga, dense forests filled with juniper, rhododendron, and pine trees to reach Tengboche. Then, we will hike up to Tengboche monastery which is the largest monastery in the entire Khumbu region. The view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Taboche, and other neighboring peaks on the backdrop of this ancient Buddhist monastery is jaw-dropping. Later, following the same trail, we will return to Tengboche. Night stay in the guest house. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Trekking Duration: 6 to 7 hours After having breakfast, we will re-visit the Tengboche monastery for the golden views of the snow-covered mountains during sunrise. The scene of the mountains during sunrise is unexplainable. Returning from there, we will continue our walk towards Monjo village. Following the trail via Dudh Koshi river, rhododendron forests, and prayer flags, we reach Monjo. Explore around the national park! Night stay in the guest house. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Trekking Duration: 4 to 5 hours Today’s trail passes several small yet, charming Sherpa villages such as Phakding, Benkar, Chaurikharka. Trekking back to Lukla, cross several suspension bridges, strings of prayer flags, rhododendron forests witnessing the wonderful view of surrounding mountains, landscapes, and rivers. Take rest for the rest of the day or roam around the place! Night stay in the lodge. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
While flying back to Kathmandu, re-witness the eye-catchy snowy mountains views from the top. The view of green landscapes and dense forests is amazing. Arriving in Kathmandu, you will transfer to the hotel by your own private vehicle. Tonight, celebrate your successful completion of a short trekking journey in the Everest region! Night stay in the hotel. Breakfast, Lunch included.
Airport drop as per your flight time. Breakfast Included.
The Everest Tengboche Trek offers a more balanced experience focusing on cultural and spiritual elements rather than pure altitude achievement. While base camp pushes to 5,364m over 12-14 days with crowds and challenging conditions, our trek reaches a comfortable 3,867m, allowing you to enjoy spectacular mountain views—including better panoramas of Everest—without extreme altitude stress. Tengboche Monastery provides a spiritual dimension absent at base camp, where the focus is mountaineering. You'll experience authentic Sherpa culture in less-crowded teahouses, have time for photography and reflection, and complete your journey in 10 days rather than two weeks. Many trekkers find this perfect balance more rewarding than the base camp push.
The walk to Tengboche challenges you moderately—enough to feel accomplished but not so much that suffering overshadows enjoyment. The specific day from Namche to Tengboche begins with a pleasant contour path offering mountain views, then descends steeply to river level (about 45 minutes down), followed by a steady two-hour climb through beautiful forests. Most reasonably fit people complete it comfortably with regular breaks. The trail is well-maintained with stone steps on steep sections. The key is pacing—locals say "bistari, bistari" (slowly, slowly). If you can walk 4-5 hours at home and handle stairs without major issues, you can reach Tengboche. The spiritual reward of arriving at this mountain sanctuary makes every uphill step meaningful.
Experiencing Mani Rimdu during your Everest Tengboche Trek creates truly extraordinary memories. This annual festival occurs in autumn (October or November) according to the Tibetan lunar calendar—exact dates vary yearly. The three-day celebration features masked cham dances where monks embody deities, colorful silk costumes, blessing ceremonies, and community gatherings. Respectful tourists are welcome to observe and photograph. However, festival timing requires planning 4-5 months ahead as accommodation fills quickly. Special festival departures cost slightly more but include cultural interpretation. Witnessing sacred dances with Everest as backdrop while Sherpa families gather in traditional dress offers insights into living Buddhist culture rarely accessible to outsiders.
Essential gear for the Everest Tengboche Trek balances necessity with weight considerations. Absolute must-haves include: broken-in trekking boots with ankle support, layered clothing system (base layer, insulation, waterproof shell), warm sleeping bag rated to -10°C (rental available), daypack (30-40 liters), trekking poles for knee protection, UV-protection sunglasses, sun protection (hat, sunscreen SPF 50+, lip balm), basic first-aid supplies (blister treatment, pain relief), water purification method, headlamp with spare batteries, and warm accessories (hat, gloves, buff). Unlike extreme altitude treks, you won't need expedition-weight down suits or mountaineering boots. Most items are available for rent or purchase in Kathmandu if you prefer not to buy gear for single use.
Teahouse accommodation along the Everest Tengboche Trek provides basic comfort in spectacular settings. Expect twin-bedded rooms with foam mattresses, pillows, and blankets (though bringing your own sleeping bag ensures warmth). Rooms are unheated, but common dining areas have yak-dung stoves providing warmth until evening. Shared bathrooms are standard, usually clean with squat or Western toilets. Hot showers cost extra ($3-5) and may be solar-heated or gas-powered—water temperature varies with altitude and weather. Charging electronic devices incurs small fees ($2-4), and WiFi is increasingly available but slow and expensive. Meals center around dal bhat (rice, lentils, vegetables) with options like noodles, fried rice, and momos. The social atmosphere in dining rooms, where trekkers share stories over tea, becomes a highlight for many.
Comprehensive travel insurance isn't just recommended—it's essential for the Everest Tengboche Trek. Your policy must specifically cover trekking up to 4,000m altitude (many standard policies exclude high-altitude activities). Most importantly, ensure helicopter evacuation coverage without requiring upfront payment—evacuations can cost $5,000-10,000. Coverage should include trip cancellation (weather delays are common), medical treatment for altitude sickness, lost baggage, and emergency repatriation. Read policy fine print carefully regarding pre-existing conditions and activity exclusions. Some companies specialize in adventure travel insurance and understand trekking needs better than standard providers. Carry printed policy details and emergency contact numbers separately from your phone. Register with your embassy if recommended. While most treks complete without incident, proper insurance provides peace of mind for you and your family.
Absolutely! The Everest Tengboche Trek welcomes motivated beginners who prepare properly. Unlike technical climbing requiring special skills, this trek involves walking on established trails. Success depends more on determination and preparation than prior mountain experience. Start training 2-3 months ahead with regular walking, gradually increasing duration and difficulty. Many successful first-time trekkers describe surprise at their own capabilities. The key is honest self-assessment—if you can walk 5-6 hours with breaks and handle moderate uphill sections, you're ready. Our guides excel at supporting beginners, setting appropriate pace, and providing encouragement. The trek's design with built-in acclimatization days helps bodies adapt gradually. Most importantly, the journey allows flexibility—if you need extra rest days, they can be arranged. Remember, reaching Tengboche Monastery at 3,867m is a significant achievement that thousands of beginners accomplish annually.
Lukla flight delays are part of the Everest region adventure—mountain weather commands respect and patience. Clouds, wind, or Kathmandu fog can ground flights, sometimes for several days. That's why we recommend building 2-3 buffer days into your overall itinerary. During delays, options include: waiting in Kathmandu (hotel costs extra but we assist with arrangements), considering helicopter flights when available (additional cost but often fly in marginal weather), or exploring the overland route via Jiri (adds 4-5 days but guarantees reaching trek start). Your trek can be shortened if needed to accommodate delays. Travel insurance should cover delay-related expenses. Our team monitors weather constantly and helps with rebooking. Most delays resolve within 24-48 hours. The silver lining? Delay stories become part of your adventure narrative, and the mountains feel even more rewarding after waiting.