Do you want to retrace the footsteps of the first successful Everest expedition, or are you just looking for an alternative to the Lukla flight? Then, the Jiri to Everest Base Camp trek is your answer. It is the same route followed by the Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Sir Edmund Hillary (the first humans to reach the summit of Mt. Everest) during their 1953 Everest expedition.
You will start the trek by driving from Kathmandu to Jiri, which takes around eight hours. From here, you will ascend through beautiful Sherpa villages, enjoying gradual altitude gain. By the time you reach Namche Bazaar and join the mainstream EBC trail, you will be well-acclimatized and used to rugged terrain.
It will significantly help you further on the way as you ramble the higher trails. The Everest Base Camp trek via Jiri 19 days is a perfect itinerary for beginner trekkers. Even though it is a longer trek than the standard 14 days EBC trek, the risk of altitude sickness is low, and you will enjoy a peaceful walk.
We highly recommend the Everest Base Camp trek via Jiri to trekkers who are on a long vacation. It will be an incredible journey away from the bustle of megacities. You will enjoy nature and wilderness, take a break from the stimulating digital world and polluted air, and embrace the warmth and kindness of the locals.
Bookings are open for the Everest Base Camp trek via Jiri 2025 departures. You can do a group or private trek with us. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions. We have shared more about the trek along with the Everest Base Camp trek via Jiri map and itinerary below.
What is it like doing the Everest Base Camp trek by road?
The Everest Base Camp trek by road offers a much more comfortable and calming start to the trip. You will traverse the pristine foothills of the Khumbu region (Everest region) and enjoy the heartwarming hospitality of the locals. Starting the trek from Jiri, the trail goes through many small villages, rhododendron forests, and terraced fields.Before reaching Namche Bazaar, you will spend nights in Bhandara, Sete, Junbesi, Nunthala, Bupsa, and Chheplung. These six days of trekking before Namche will present you with tranquil trails. You will literally have the trail and the views for yourself.In the initial few days of the journey, you will relish glimpses of snow-capped mountains peaking through dense forested hills and valleys. It will build the excitement of a full panorama as you ascend higher. In Namche Bazaar, you will take an acclimatization break.
Hike to the Hotel Everest View, enjoying breathtaking panoramas of Mt. Thamserku and Kongde Ri. You will see a marvelous distant view of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam from the hotel. Namche Bazaar onwards, you will trek through Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Gorak Shep.
This is the famous route to EBC. Explore the biggest monastery in Tengboche village, and after Dingboche, you will enter the alpine zone. The lush valleys change to glacier valleys. Barren peaks and snow-covered mountains surround you. It will be intimidating but also grounding.
Gorak Shep is the middle ground between Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar. You will hike to both of these places from here. Everest Base Camp is the lap of the tallest mountain in the world. Kala Patthar is a viewpoint famous for its heavenly sunrise and view of Everest and adjacent peaks such as Lhotse, Nuptse, and Chamlang.
After the final hike, you will descend from Gorak Shep to Lobuche and follow a shorter route to Namche Bazaar via Pheriche. One more day of descent will take you to Lukla, from where you will fly back to Kathmandu.
We have included the Lukla flight at the end of the Everest Base Camp trek via Jiri. However, you can customize the itinerary and trek to Jiri or Phaplu to end the trek and drive back to Kathmandu. It will add another 4 to 5 days of walking.
The Sherpa communities and their hospitality along the trail
Sherpas are one of the most famous communities worldwide. They are native to the Everest region and known for their strong build, willpower, and kindness. On the Everest Base Camp trek via Jiri, you will explore many Sherpa villages and get to have memorable encounters with them.
Get to know them and their culture closely. In addition to that, you will also meet with other mountain communities who are equally charming and welcoming. You will be warmly welcomed everywhere you go in the villages. The food, stories, and laughter will enhance the trek immensely.
Everest Base Camp trek via Jiri preparation and packing
To improve your stamina and strength, especially for beginner trekkers, begin exercising at least 4 to 6 weeks before the trek starts. You will walk an average of 6 hours a day during the trek, so it is important that you are in good shape. Likewise, go on a few day hikes near you or long walks.
It will help you build walking habits, which will make the trek less exhausting physically and mentally. Also, if you plan to buy new trekking shoes, buy them early and get used to them. New shoes may give you blisters, and we do not want them while trekking.
Now, to pack for the trek, follow the list below:
- Clothing: Trekking boots, lounge slippers, beanie, scarf, gloves, socks, dry towel, underwear, t-shirts, trekking t-shirts and pants, thermal pants, fleece jacket/down jacket, windcheater, raincoat, etc
- Trek gear: Trekking poles, torch, sunglasses, duffel bag (provided by us), sleeping bag, backpack, torch, reusable water bottle, water purification tablets, etc
- Health and hygiene: Hand sanitizer, general medicines, bandages, blister cream, high SPF sunscreen, SPF lip balm, moisturizer, wet tissues, toilet paper, personal medication (if any), deodorant, toothpaste/brush, biodegradable soap, small mirror, comb, etc
- Miscellaneous: Power bank, camera, spare batteries, passport, travel visa, passport-size photos, snacks and bars, Nepali cash, adapter, journal/pen, map, trekking permits, passport, travel visa, book, etc
Combine Ama Dablam Base Camp or Gokyo Lakes in your itinerary
The Ama Dablam Base Camp hiking route is offbeat and steep. The route separates from Pangboche village on the way from Tengboche to Dingboche. If you want to add an adventurous side hike to your EBC trek, Ama Dablam Base Camp is a great option.
Likewise, Gokyo Lakes are among the most beautiful alpine lakes in the Himalayas. The trail diverts from Namche Bazaar and follows a less crowded, offbeat route to Gokyo Valley. On the way, you will see the biggest glacier in Nepal, Ngozumpa Glacier, and outstanding views of Cho Oyu, Island Peak, Makalu, Cholatse, etc.
You can also check out our Gokyo Lake trek package and Gokyo Lake with EBC trek package.
Safety and best price with Top Of The World Adventure’s team
We are committed to providing the best trek service and unique treks in Nepal. Although we are a young team of travel enthusiasts, our expertise goes back numerous years. Whether you are traveling for the first time to Nepal or returning for your next adventure, we will be your reliable travel partner.
We provide a local guide and porter for the Everest Base Camp trek via Jiri. We will also arrange the permits, transportation, and all other details. You can trek freely with us. Likewise, our guides are mountain veterans. They know all the routes to EBC and will make your trip very adventurous.
