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Salleri- Surke-Namche-EBC-Tengeboche
For a brief moment you might have thought is it possible to do, the Everest trek without a Lukla flight? Well, Roving Nepal Trek does make it possible. For a very long time through plenty of trekking agencies you might have heard Lukla flight is important for Everest Trek but that ain't a reality.
Any trekkers wishing to do some hard yards can go by road if they want to do so. But an important factor needs to be considered which is time. It will take more than two weeks if you want to complete the Everest trek without the Lukla flight.
It is easier to get on the flight to Lukla and start the trekking journey. But not all the trekkers are interested in doing so. Those who aren't interested for the Lukla flight can make the road trip. Interesting Everest trek by road has more scenic beauty compared to the flight. You will be passing through the villages of various tribes like Sherpa, Bhramin, Chettri, and Rai when you visit Salleri. Comparatively, the trekkers who do the Everest trek without the Lukla flight has less issues of altitude sickness. Not only the sickness factor but the flight to Lukla gets canceled in tough weather months which is another problem. So why turn into doubt when you have an opportunity to enjoy the most scenic drive to reach the tallest mountain in the world? Talking about a road trip to Mount Everest, trekkers will be driven from Kathmandu to Salleri in 8 hours by jeep.
After reaching Salleri Roving Nepal Trek will guide the trekkers on foot for the EBC trail from Jiri. Slow and steady you pass through places like Tak Shindo, Kharikhola, Paiya, and Surke finally reaching Phakding. After you reach Phakding it is the normal route that will be taken in respect to the Everest trek with the Lukla flight. From Namche Bazar to Tengboche later to Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorakshep and finally you reach the Everest Base Camp.
The Everest trek is one of the most entertaining treks in the world. If you are thinking about trekking without a flight in the Everest region, the cost tends to differentiate with ease. Even in this case, the cost tends to vary based on the quality of service you look for. But the average cost of an Everest trek without a lukla flight would be depending upon the group size.
The first day of the Everest trek without Lukla flight begins by arriving at Kathmandu. Staffs from Roving Nepal Trek will be present at the airport to receive all of the guests.
Accommodation 3* Hotel 
Meals Welcome Dinner 
Max. altitude 1,300m / 4,265ft. After having your early morning breakfast at the hotel, we drive to Salleri. It is an 8-hour drive which will be accompanied by scenic views all around.
Starting from Kathmandu the vehicle moves to Dhulikhel, Khurkot, Ghurmi, and various settlements of Nepal. All the roads are accompanied by pine, rhododendrons, mountain ranges, and even rivers.
Accommodation Teahouse Meals As per Menu Max. altitude 2,390m / 7,841ft. After staying at Salleri overnight we will take the new route that leads us to Surke. It is a total of 6 hours drive. Being a new settlement the lodges present at Surke are of basic facilities.
Accommodation Teahouse Meals As Per Menu Max. altitude 2,326m / 7,631ft. On the fourth day of the trek, the team for the Everest trek without flight will meet the normal team who took the option of flight. After trekking through Surke, Chaurikharka, Chhepung, and Nurning the team reaches to Phakding. It is there when the regular group who came through Lukla's flight meet.
Accommodation Teahouse Meals As Per Menu Max. altitude 2,610m / 8,563ft. The biggest town in the Everest region, Namche Bazar will be the next destination for the tourist. You will trek from Phakding early in the morning cross suspension bridges, hills, river banks, villages, etc. Through the journey of reaching Namche Bazar, trekkers would pass through Benkar and Manja villages. After trekking for 7 hours we will reach Namche Bazar.
Accommodation Teahouse Meals As Per Menu Max. altitude 3,440m / 11,286ft. One of the most important days in Everest trek without flight is the acclimatization day. As we have trekked for the last six days, acclimatization and understanding the altitude is key. Tourists will be taken to local monasteries, schools, and Everest View Hotel. During your lunch, you will have views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Thamserku, Amadablam, and other mountains.
Accommodation Teahouse Meals As Per Menu Max. altitude 3,440m / 11,286ft. Following the early morning breakfast the trekking team moves towards Tengboche. With panoramic mountain views the journey goes uphill. Walking through the hills we will reach Tengboche. The most famous landmark of Tengboche is the Tengboche monastery. After the trek of 6 hours, you will have the option of enjoying the evening chants.
Accommodation Teahouse Meals As Per Menu Max. altitude 3,867m / 12,687ft. After staying overnight at the tea house, our journey moves to Dingboche. Passing through the rhododendron forest at Deboche village, you will reach Pangboche which is the biggest settlement of Sherpa people. After exploring the Pangboche monastery you will be trekking upwards in the shades of Everest, Lhotse, and Amadablam. Finally, you will be graced with the beautiful potato fields of Dingboche village.
Accommodation Teahouse Meals As Per Menu Max. altitude 4,410m / 14,469ft. The second acclimatization day in the Everest trek occurs at Dingboche. Before reaching the Everest Base camp, the acclimatization at Dingboche is focused on hiking around the valley. Climbing up the valley, tourists will have an option to view some of the 800 m mountains. The hiking is a limited one with more focus on rest.
Accommodation Teahouse Meals As Per Menu Max. altitude 4,410m / 14,469ft. After having a full day of acclimatization at Dingboche Roving Nepal Trek team moves towards Lobuche. Three hours of trek takes you to Duglha. Things get tougher from here as the air gets thinner with higher altitudes around. In the end, through 5 hours of trek, you will reach Lobuche. It is a small village with limited settlement and cold nights.
Accommodation Teahouse Meals As Per Menu Max. altitude 4,940m / 16,207ft. Finally, the day has come when the trekking team reaches Everest Base Camp. It is better to start trekking early in the morning. Interestingly the trek to Everest Base Camp isn't the toughest but it has improper ups and downs that come along the way. Roving Nepal Trek will provide you an option to view the Khumbu glacier as we end the day by reaching Gorakshep
Accommodation Teahouse Meals As Per Menu Max. altitude 5,364m / 17,598ft. We will begin the trek to Kalapatthar to have the stunning view of Mount Everest. It is one and a half hours of trek. Inorder to have the most beautiful view Roving Nepal Trek team reaches the mountaintop early in the morning. After having the stunning view we will come down to Gorakshep and hike back to Pheriche to stay overnight.
Accommodation Teahouse Meals As Per Menu Max. altitude 5,550m / 18,209ft. We will be leaving the Everest region slowly and steading. Coming all the way down from Pheriche we reach Phunki Thanga. After having lunch we will walk down more to reach Namche. This is quite an easy trek of 6 hours as we reach Namche and stay for the night.
Accommodation Teahouse Meals As Per Menu Max. altitude 4,240m / 13,911ft. Things start to change for the Everest trek without the Lukla flight. All the flight attendees will take the flight from Lukla. But others will trek back the same route. The target after six hours of trek will be to reach Surke. After crossing Phakding you will hardly find trekkers and you will be catching the drive route.
Accommodation Teahouse Meals As Per Menu Max. altitude 2,535m / 8,317ft. After a day of trekking and staying the night at Surke, we go through to Thandanda. Trekkers and porters will mark their way here.After some good hours of driving, we will reach Thandanda and later to Salleri. A total of 11 hours will be spent on the road.
Accommodation Teahouse Meals As Per Menu Max. altitude 2,326m / 7,631ft. As there are three more days for the Everest trek without the Lukla flight we will reach Kathmandu on the 16th day. After eight hours of long drive through beautiful forests, waterfalls, and scenic beauty, the trekking team will enter the capital. Interested could take the city tour or spend the evening at the hotel.
Accommodation 3* Hotel Meals As Per Menu Max. altitude 1,300m / 4,265ft. Probably one of the toughest days in the overall trek on the 17th day. Roving Nepal Trek team will bid adieu to all of its guests. A staff from the trekking agency will drop all the international guests at the international airport.
Your Start Date is the day you land in Nepal, and your End Date is when you fly home.
If the set Everest Trek Without Lukla Flight group dates don’t suit your schedule, we can offer alternative dates upon request.
Everest Trek Without Lukla Flight is an alternative Everest-region trekking option that begins with a road journey from Kathmandu to Salleri or Phaplu instead of taking a domestic flight to Lukla. Trekkers then continue on foot toward the Everest region.
This trek is ideal for travelers who want to avoid Lukla flight uncertainty, prefer a gradual altitude gain, or want to experience less crowded trails before reaching the main Everest route.
The highest point depends on the itinerary. Treks that include Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar reach approximately 5,364 m at EBC and 5,545 m at Kala Patthar.
Benefits include:
Prepare with regular hiking, cardio exercises, strength training, and long-distance walking practice at least 2–3 months before the trek. You should be able to walk 5–8 hours daily on uneven mountain terrain with gradual ascents and descents. Previous trekking experience is helpful but not mandatory. Good physical preparation is important.
Yes. Water can be purchased or refilled at teahouses. Water purification methods are recommended. Hot showers are available at many lodges for an additional fee, though facilities become basic at higher elevations. Wi-Fi is available in many villages, but connection quality decreases at higher altitudes.
Common meals include:
Vegetarian meals are available throughout the Everest region.
Accommodation is provided in local teahouses and lodges along the trekking route. Lower sections may have fewer facilities and smaller lodges, while popular areas like Namche Bazaar offer more options.
Spring (March–May) and Autumn (September–November) are the best seasons due to stable weather and clear mountain views. Can I do this trek in winter? Yes, but colder temperatures, snow, and shorter daylight hours make it more challenging. Is monsoon season suitable? Monsoon (June–August) is less recommended due to rain, muddy trails, and reduced mountain visibility.
A guide is highly recommended for route navigation, safety, accommodation arrangements, and cultural understanding. Are porters available? Yes. Porters are available and can support with luggage throughout the trek.
Guides assist with:
Yes. Even with a gradual approach, the trek reaches high elevations where altitude sickness is possible. Your guide will evaluate symptoms and may recommend rest, medication, itinerary adjustment, or descent. Is emergency evacuation available? Yes. Helicopter evacuation can be arranged in emergencies when weather conditions allow and insurance coverage is available.
The trek requires the Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit and the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit.
Yes. The itinerary can be customized based on your available time, fitness level, preferred destinations, and trekking pace.
| No of people | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 - 1 | $1,550 |
| 2 - 4 | $1,399 |
| 5 - 9 | $1,250 |
| 9 - 20 | $1,150 |
| No of people | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 - 1 | $2,100 |
| 2 - 4 | $1,700 |
| 5 - 10 | $1,649 |
| No of people | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 2 - 4 | $2,150 |
| 4 - 10 | $2,000 |
