Tengboche Monastery Sherpa Villages Trek

Unlike most treks in the Khumbu region, the highlight of this trek is not a visit to Mt. Everest Base Camp, but to experience the culture of the Sherpa people and visit Tengboche Monastery, the largest and most important monastery in the Khumbu. This leisurely trek is specifically designed to allow ample time for acclimatization and exploration and is perfect for those wanting to see Mt. Everest without trekking to Everest Base Camp at over 5,300m.

Trip Code
MKA-1017
No of days
14
Challenge level
Moderate
MEALS
Included (B,L, D)
TRANSPORTATION
Free pickup & drop.
ACCOMMODATION
Hotel and Lodge
MAX ALTITUTE
Pangboche (3,930m)
BEST SEASON
Mar-May | Sep-Nov
START POINT
Kathmandu
END POINT
Kathmandu
SUITABLE FOR
16 to 79 years old
WALK PER DAY
4 to 5 hours walk every day
GUIDING METHOD
Live Guide/Instructor

Trip Overview

On arriving at Kathmandu airport, you will be met by a member of the Makalu Adventure team and transferred to your hotel. Makalu Adventure has its own three-star hotel in the heart of Thamel, the Thamel Eco Resort. Following a morning of preparation, you will travel by AC coach to Ramechhap for your flight to Lukla, the gateway to the Khumbu. Due to airport congestion most flights to Lukla are now via Ramechhap.

Over two days you will trek to Namche Bazaar, the bustling Sherpa capital where you will spend two nights for altitude acclimatisation, and visiting places of interest, the Namche Monastery, the Everest Viewpoint and the Sherpa Museum. From Namche you will leave the 'Everest trail' and visit the ancient Sherpa villages of Khunde and Khumjung. In Khunde you can visit the Sir Edmund Hillay hospital and in Khumjung the Hillary School and Visitor Center. That night will be spent in the small village of Kyangjuma with stunning views of Ama Dablam and the Everest group of Himalayan giants.

The trail to Tengboche contours high above the Dhudh Koshi (Milk River) before descending to Phunki Tenga and then climbing to Tengboche. You will spend two nights in Tengboche allowing time to explore the magnificent monastery, attend a Puja (service) and take a hike to Pangboche village. Pangboche is situated below Mt. Ama Dablam (6,856m), known as the Matterhorn of the Himalaya, and is a very popular mountain with experienced mountaineers. The small monastery in Pangoboche houses many ancient artifacts including what is said to be the scull of a Yeti, you can make your own mind up!

The relaxed walk out to Lukla will take three days with time in Namche Bazaar to enjoy a coffee, lunch and souvenir shopping. Back in Kathmandu you will have a day of guided sightseeing before your departure.

DETAILED Itinerary

Day 01

Arrive Kathmandu, airport reception and transfer to the Thamel Eco Resort hotel
Day 02

A morning of briefings, preparation and shopping, after lunch by road to Ramechap, 4/5 hrs – Hotel.
Day 03

Early flight to Lukla (2,840m) then trek to Phakding (2,810m), 4 hrs – Lodge
Day 04

Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m), a considerable altitude gain, it is important to take it easy, 6/7 hrs – Lodge.
Day 05

Acclimatisation day, now at 3,440m, it is important to allow the body to adjust to the rarified atmosphere. In the morning a visit the Everest Viewpoint and the Sherpa Museum, with rest in the afternoon – Lodge.
Day 06

Leaving the Everest trail trek to Kyangjuma (3,550m) via Khunde (3,840m) and Khumjung (3,780m). In Khunde visit the Hillary Hospital and the Hillary School and Visitors Center in Khumjung, 5/6 hrs – Lodge.
Day 07

Trek to Tengboche (3,860m) via Phunki Tenga (3,250m). The 610m climb should be taken very slowly, bistari, bistari, as the Sherpa’s say. Visit the Monastery for evening Puja, 4/5 hrs – Lodge.
Day 08

Day hike to Pangboche with visit to the village Monastery, 4/5 hrs – Lodge.
Day 09

Trek to Kyangjuma (3,550m), 4 hrs – Lodge
Day 10

Trek to Phakding (2,610m) via Namche Bazaar. There will be time for lunch and shopping in Namche, 4/5 hrs. – Lodge.
Day 11

Trek to Lukla (2,840m), 4/5 hrs. – Lodge
Day 12

Early flight to Ramechhap then by road to Kathmandu, 6/7 hrs. – Hotel
Day 13

A day of guided sightseeing, shopping and leisure. Farewell dinner in the evening – Hotel
Day 14

Transfers to Kathmandu airport for departures

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ALTITUDE ACCLIMATIZATION

To get the most from your trek, and to stay safe, it is important to follow acclimatization guidelines. At Makalu Adventure, whenever possible, we follow the acclimatization formula set out by Drs Jim Duff and Peter Gormly; experts in Wilderness Medicine. "Above 2000m, altitude illness is a possibility and above 2500m it becomes common".
"As a rough guide, above 2500m the maximum daily height gain between sleeping altitudes should not exceed 400m, with a rest day every third day or after every 1000m of sleeping ascent".
"Avoid overexertion and breathlessness while acclimatizing, stay well hydrated, avoid alcohol, excess caffeine, salt and protein, your diet should be 70% carbohydrate above 3500m".

Why Choose Makalu Adventure

Makalu Adventure has been trading for over 25 years; is one of the leading trek and expedition agents in Nepal and is used as in-country agent by several international adventure companies. At the helm is Mohan Lamsal (MD) assisted by head trekking guide Tenging Sherpa and head climbing guide Sanu Sherpa. Teni started trekking as a porter aged 14 and has hiked every trail in Nepal, many times! Sanu Sherpa has the distinction of having climbed all 14, 8,000m peaks, twice! Mohan Lamsal is not only MD of Makalu Adventure, he is also the General Secretary of the Nepal Mountaineering Association. You are in safe hands with Makalau Adventure.

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Sean James

United Kingdom August 29, 2020

Excellent service and a welcome by Makalu Adventure

I've known and worked with Mohan and Makalu Adventure for nearly 15 years. In that time I've led many treks and high altitude expeditions to Nepal (15 expeditions over 8000m and counting). His company provides an excellent service and a welcome that I look forward to every season. The Thamel Eco Resort is a center of tranquility in Kathmandu and the perfect place to start and finish the Himalayan Adventure. The staffs are now like family and I hope to return for many years with the guarantee of safety and security that he offers in the mountains.
Roy Francis

France March 20, 2020

I have been working as my country-agent for Makalu Adventure since last 20 years and recommend them most highly.

“I have used Makalu Adventure as my in-county agent for the last twenty years and recommend them most highly. The staff are knowledgeable, well trained and go that extra mile to make sure all is well. These are just some of the trips I have done with Makalu Adventure: Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek - Phapulu to Everest Base Camp - Annapurna Base Camp - Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek Annapurna - Circuit of Dhaulagiri - Circuit of Manaslu - Rolwaling to Everest - Humla to Mt. Kailash - Everest ABC Tibet - Makalu Base Camp - Makalu Sherpani Col Pass Trek - Kangchenjunga Base Camp - Langtang Valley - Parchamo Peak - Dolpo - Mera Peak.