Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek
Walk through Sherpa villages and quiet Khumbu valleys to the foot of Ama Dablam. A 13-day journey for those who want a different view of the Everest region.
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Tengboche Monastery Trek
A cultural and scenic Khumbu journey to Tengboche Monastery, with dramatic views of Ama Dablam, Everest and the surrounding peaks.
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Duration10 days
Maximum altitude3,860 m
DifficultyModerate
Best seasonMar–May · Sep–Nov
StyleFixed departures / Private
Get to know the route.
Take a look at the daily plan and what’s included. We’ll confirm availability and any changes with you before you book.
Is this your trip?
- Duration
- 10 days
- Maximum altitude
- 3,860 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Best season
- Mar–May · Sep–Nov
- Style
- Fixed departures / Private
Rooms included. Trekking meals and drinks are paid separately.
Your itinerary.
The sequence below is the planned Tengboche Monastery Trek route. Daily movement can change with weather, trail access and the group. Your written itinerary confirms transport, rooms and the operating arrangements.
Day 1 · Arrive Kathmandu
Meet our team for the airport transfer and settle into your Kathmandu room. Review the Tengboche Monastery Trek route, equipment and transport arrangements before setting off.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 2 · Fly Lukla → Phakding
Take the scheduled mountain flight and continue with the day’s planned transfer or walk. Flight timing and the Kathmandu or Ramechhap airport arrangement are confirmed before travel; weather delays can change this stage.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 3 · Phakding → Namche
Climb to Namche Bazaar. The trail leads to the main Sherpa town of the Khumbu. Leave time to rest after the climb into the village and check the next stage with your guide.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 4 · Namche acclimatization
Keep the same overnight base and take a guide-led local walk only as appropriate. Use the afternoon to rest and review readiness for the next stage of Tengboche Monastery Trek.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 5 · Namche → Tengboche
Walk through forest and climb to Tengboche. Visit the monastery area when it is open, allowing space for worshippers. This is a chance to see village life alongside the mountain trail.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 6 · Tengboche exploration
Monastery visit and scenic walks. Visit the monastery area when it is open, allowing space for worshippers. This is a chance to see village life alongside the mountain trail.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 7 · Tengboche → Namche
Return to Namche. The trail leads to the main Sherpa town of the Khumbu. Leave time to rest after the climb into the village and check the next stage with your guide.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 8 · Namche → Lukla
Finish trek. Return to the trail’s air gateway and prepare your bags for the flight. The flight schedule remains dependent on mountain weather.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 9 · Fly Lukla → Kathmandu
Take the scheduled mountain flight and continue with the day’s planned transfer or walk. Flight timing and the Kathmandu or Ramechhap airport arrangement are confirmed before travel; weather delays can change this stage.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 10 · Departure
Complete the final Tengboche Monastery Trek arrangements and transfer for your onward journey. Keep international connections separate from weather-sensitive mountain flights and allow any recommended buffer nights.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
What’s included.
Trekking accommodation is room only: breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks are paid separately. On climbing trips, meals are included only for the climbing section specified below.
Included
- Kathmandu airport transfers for the scheduled itinerary
- Room accommodation in the city and mountain lodges listed in the itinerary
- Route permits and local entry fees required for the published trek
- Trekking guide and the porter support specified in your quotation
- Scheduled route transport, with the vehicle or domestic flight sectors stated in your quotation
- Pre-trek briefing and logistics coordination
- Applicable package taxes and service charges
Not included
- All meals and drinks during the trek; mountain lodges are room only
- International flights
- Nepal visa
- Travel and emergency rescue insurance
- Personal trekking equipment
- Showers, charging, Wi-Fi and lodge extras
- Tips and personal expenses
- Extra costs caused by weather, Lukla flight disruption or circumstances beyond our control
Illustrated route
N ↑Tengboche Monastery Trek route map.
Choose your dates.
Browse published departures for 2027, 2028 and 2029. If your dates are not listed, ask us about a private trip. We confirm your place and arrangements before payment.
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Dates are the start and end of your Nepal itinerary. Allow additional time for international flights and any recommended contingency days. No payment is taken by the booking form.
Arrive prepared.
Accommodation & meals
City accommodation is arranged according to the confirmed package. On trek, accommodation is generally in lodges or tea houses, usually twin-share. Meal inclusion is stated in the final quotation.
Permits
We arrange the permits required for the published itinerary using the traveller information supplied during booking.
Altitude & safety
The itinerary is paced for realistic acclimatization. Guides monitor walking pace and wellbeing and may adjust the route or schedule when needed.
Equipment
A detailed packing list is provided before departure, including layered clothing, waterproof protection, insulation, footwear, gloves, sun protection and personal essentials.
Best season
Mar–May · Sep–Nov
Your questions, answered.
How long is Tengboche Monastery Trek?
The published duration for Tengboche Monastery Trek is 10 days. Review the day-by-day itinerary for travel, activity and rest days before arranging your flights.
When is the best time for Tengboche Monastery Trek?
The published season for Tengboche Monastery Trek is Mar–May · Sep–Nov. Ask our Nepal team to confirm arrangements and conditions for your preferred dates.
How is altitude and acclimatization handled?
Acclimatization days and shorter walking stages are built into the route where required. Guides monitor pace, symptoms and general wellbeing and may alter the itinerary for safety.
Where will I stay?
Mountain accommodation is generally in tea houses and lodges, usually twin-share. Facilities become simpler as altitude increases.
Which permits are arranged?
Applicable Sagarmatha National Park and Khumbu local entry permits for the published route are arranged by the company using the traveller information supplied.
What should I know about Lukla flights?
Flights are weather-dependent and can be delayed or cancelled. Itineraries should keep flexibility for operational changes and additional costs caused by disruption may apply depending on the final package.
What equipment should I bring?
Layered clothing, waterproof shell, insulated jacket, trekking boots, gloves, hat, sunglasses, sleeping bag, daypack and personal essentials are required. A detailed packing list is supplied.
For route maps, current conditions or a specific requirement, ask our team.
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