The Everest section of the GHT is the most famous part of the trail, offering breathtaking views of Mount Everest (8,848m) and surrounding peaks. This section follows both well-trodden trails and challenging high passes, making it ideal for those looking for a mix of adventure and cultural immersion.
- Highlights:
✅ Traverse through iconic Sherpa villages like Lukla, Namche, and Dingboche.
✅ Cross technical high passes like Sherpani Col (6,188m) and West Col.
✅ Visit the stunning Gokyo Lakes, a UNESCO-listed wetland site.
Itinerary
Day 30: Swiss Base Camp (5150m) to Sherpani Col Base Camp (5688m, 5-6 hrs, hotel)
Day 31: Sherpani Col Base Camp (5688m) to West Col (6190m, 7-8 hrs, hotel)
Day 32: West Col (6190m) to Hunku Basin (5500m, 4-5 hrs, hotel)
Day 33: Hunku Basin (5500m) to Amphu Labsta Base Camp (5527m, 5-6 hrs, tent)
Day 34: Amphu Labsta Base Camp (5527m) to Chhukhung (4730m, 9-10 hrs, hotel)
Day 35 :Chhukhung (4730m) to Dingboche (4410m, 3-4 hrs, hotel)
Day 36: Dingboche (4410m) to Dzongla (4830m, 5-6 hrs, homestay)
Day 37: Dzongla (4830m) to Gokyo (4790m, 6-7 hrs, hotel)
Day 38: Gokyo (4790m) to Lumde (4368m, 7-8 hrs, hotel)
Day 39: Lumde (4368m) to Thame (3820m, 3-4 hrs, hotel)
Day 40: Thame (3820m) to Parchemuche Tsho (4780m, 6-7 hrs, hotel)
Day 41: Parchemuche Tsho (4780m) to Tashi Labsta Camp (5665m, 6-7 hrs, hotel)
Day 42: Tashi Labsta Camp (5665m) to Glacier Camp (4738m, 8-9 hrs, hotel)