Everest Base Camp Trek via Salleri

Overview Everest Base Camp Trek via Salleri – An Offbeat Journey to the Base of Mount Everest

Everest Base Camp Trek via Salleri offers a unique and less-crowded alternative to the traditional Lukla route. This captivating journey takes you through charming Sherpa villages, sacred monasteries, alpine forests, and scenic river valleys before merging with the classic Everest trail at Phakding. Starting with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Salleri (via Phaplu), this trek offers a more gradual ascent and an enriching cultural experience. For trekkers seeking authentic Himalayan adventure away from the crowds, this route is an exceptional choice.

Everest Base Camp Trekking via Salleri is a marvelous and different trekking route to the foot of the world’s tallest mountain, Everest. Trekking to Everest Base Camp via Salleri allows you to experience new areas of Everest that normally isn’t explored while trekking from the main trail through Lukla. The trek is packed with absolutely amazing mountain views. In addition, combined with the ethnic Sherpa culture of the small villages situated at the crevasses of the river valleys, you will get an unforgettable experience! Explore the Takshindo Gompa and trek along tapering canyons while crossing gushing white rivers of the region. 

This trek will join the main trekking trail to Everest Base Camp when we reach Phakding where we will enter the Sagarmatha National Park, one of the UNESCO World Heritage site. As you continue trekking the trail offers you extra ordinary experience of Buddhist culture as you will see many small chortens and Mani stone wall carved with Buddhist blessings and prayer flags.

Drive from Kathmandu to Ringmo via Phaplu and Initiate a short hike to Takshindo. The drive to Ringmo is quite beautiful, and you can get fleeting glimpses of the countryside life of Nepal. When we reach Ringmo, we then will follow a gentle trekking trail that leads towards Takshindo. After visit to Takshindo Monastery the trail descends alongside the Dudh koshi River. The journey is also a great way to learn about the Sherpa Buddhism culture that is so prevalent in the mountains. 

The trail reaches Puiyan as we walk through Sherpa villages and forests. The giant mountain peaks tower over the villages like colossal serrations and are quite haunting to look at. Continuing the climb from Puiyan, we will make our way to a ridge at 2800 meters, before a gradual ascent to the final ridge from where we descend to Surke, following the trail towards Phakding.We then set for the mountain junction town of Namche, crossing the rivers on high suspension bridges. 

We enter Sagarmatha National Park and the track then follows through the pine forests and we reach Monjo after crossing the prayer flags festooned bridge over Dudh Koshi River and reach Tengboche. Descending through a forest we reach Imja khola from where we again climb uphill to reach Dingboche. 

As we ascend through the pine forests we reach Gorakshep via Lobuche. From Gorakshep we hike up to the famous Kala Patthar and also to the Everest base Camp above the Khumbu Glacier. We set our footsteps back after reaching our destination and trek back to Lukla from where you fly back to kathmandu The Everest Base Camp Trek via Salleri is a memorable journey that you simply must do! Join Adventure Treks Nepal for an adventure that perfectly combines the best characters of an Everest trek with the best services. Correspondingly, you can also try our Everest Base Camp Trek via Lukla as well.

The Everest Base Camp Trek via Salleri offers a unique and less-crowded alternative to the traditional Lukla route. This captivating journey takes you through charming Sherpa villages, sacred monasteries, alpine forests, and scenic river valleys before merging with the classic Everest trail at Phakding. Starting with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Salleri (via Phaplu), this trek offers a more gradual ascent and an enriching cultural experience. For trekkers seeking authentic Himalayan adventure away from the crowds, this route is an exceptional choice.

Trek Highlights

• Scenic Drive from Kathmandu to Salleri via Phaplu

• Explore remote Sherpa villages and experience traditional Buddhist culture

• Visit the historic Takshindo Monastery and walk through rhododendron and pine forests

• Cross suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River

• Enter the Sagarmatha National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

• Reach iconic viewpoints like Kala Patthar (5,545m) for stunning views of Everest

• Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) at the foot of the world's highest peak

• Enjoy a less-commercialized trail with rich cultural immersion

• Fly back to Kathmandu from Lukla for a comfortable conclusion

Why Trek to Everest Base Camp from Salleri?

While most trekkers choose to fly directly to Lukla, the Salleri route to Everest Base Camp offers several advantages:

• Avoids the busy Lukla flight route, which is often delayed due to weather

• Provides a more gradual altitude gain, reducing the risk of altitude sickness

• Offers a less-touristy and culturally immersive experience

• Gives you a chance to explore remote mountain villages and unspoiled natural beauty

• Ideal for trekkers who prefer overland travel and scenic countryside drives

Best Season for Everest Base Camp Trek via Salleri

The best time to trek to Everest Base Camp from Salleri is:

✅ Spring (March to May):

• Warm temperatures, clear skies, and blooming rhododendrons

• Excellent mountain views, perfect trekking conditions

✅ Autumn (September to November):

• Crisp air and outstanding visibility after the monsoon season

• Best time for photography and panoramic Himalayan views

Tip: Avoid the monsoon season (June to August) due to slippery trails and leeches, and winter (December to February) due to snow and extreme cold.

Trek Difficulty

The Everest Base Camp Trek via Salleri is considered moderately challenging. It involves daily walking of 6–7 hours across varied terrain, including steep ascents, rocky trails, and high-altitude sections. Trekkers with a good fitness level, basic hiking experience, and proper acclimatization can complete this trek successfully.

Maximum Altitude

• Kala Patthar: 5,545 meters (18,192 ft)

• Everest Base Camp: 5,364 meters (17,598 ft)

These are the highest points of the trek. The gradual ascent from Salleri aids in proper acclimatization and helps reduce the risk of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS).

Everest Base Camp Trek via Salleri Cost

The cost of the Everest Base Camp Trek from Salleri typically ranges from USD $1,200 to $1,600 per person, depending on the following factors:

1. Drive Kathmandu to Ringmo (via Phaplu) – Scenic countryside drive

2. Trek to Takshindo – Visit Takshindo Monastery

3. Descend to Nunthala and walk alongside the Dudh Koshi River

4. Trek through Sherpa villages to Surke via Puiyan

5. Join main EBC trail at Phakding

6. Continue through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche

7. Trek to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar

8. Return to Lukla and fly back to Kathmandu

The Everest Base Camp Trek via Salleri is perfect for those looking to escape the crowds and explore a more peaceful, authentic side of the Everest region. This trek offers a beautiful mix of natural beauty, cultural richness, and adventure.

Whether you're a first-time trekker or a seasoned hiker seeking a different route, trekking to Everest Base Camp from Salleri delivers a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Book your journey with Team Ram Adventure or your trusted local trekking agency and explore the quieter trails of the Khumbu region.