Start altitude: 11,286 ft (3,440 m) End altitude: 12,532 ft (3,820 m) Distance: ~6.2 miles (10 km) Elevation gain: ~1,000 ft (300 m) Elevation loss: ~500 ft (150 m) Estimated trekking time: 5–6 hours
After breakfast, we leave Namche and continue higher into the Khumbu Valley.
The trail traverses along the hillside with expansive views before descending to the river at Phunki Tenga, where we’ll stop for lunch.
After lunch, we’ll begin our final and steady climb toward Tengboche, home to the region’s most important monastery. After passing Tengboche, the trail will descend through a forested terrain to Deboche.
The day includes a mix of gradual ascents and descents and is taken at a steady, intentional pace. We’ll take regular breaks along the way to rest, hydrate, and support acclimatization.
