- 20 Days
- Nepal
- Everest Base Camp
- Guest House
- 5545 meters
- Min. 1 Pax
Overview
Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most rewarding and adventurous Himalayan journeys, beginning in the lower Solukhumbu region and following the historic trail to Everest Base Camp. Unlike the classic Everest Base Camp Trek, which typically starts with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, the Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek takes you through a longer and more traditional route that offers a deeper connection with the Himalayan landscape, local communities, and mountain culture.
This historic trail follows the footsteps of legendary mountaineers Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa, who used the Jiri route during their historic 1953 expedition to Mount Everest. Trekking to Everest Base Camp via Jiri allows you to experience sections of one of Nepal’s original trekking routes before joining the main Everest trekking trail. The journey combines peaceful lower-hill trails, traditional villages, lush forests, dramatic mountain scenery, and the iconic landscapes of the Khumbu region.
Beginning at a lower elevation, the trek provides a gradual approach to the high Himalayas while passing through culturally diverse communities. Along the route, you can encounter people from different ethnic groups, including Rai, Tamang, Newar, Thakali, and Sherpa communities. Their traditional lifestyles, Buddhist monasteries, prayer wheels, chortens, and welcoming mountain villages add an authentic cultural dimension to the adventure.
The Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek is an excellent choice for trekkers seeking a longer and more immersive Himalayan experience away from the standard Lukla route. It combines natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, challenging mountain trails, and breathtaking Himalayan scenery, making it a memorable journey for those who want to experience the Everest region in a more traditional way.
Best Time for Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek
The best seasons for the Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek are spring, from March to May, and autumn, from September to November. During these months, the weather is generally stable, the skies are clearer, and the trekking conditions are more favorable, making them ideal for a long Himalayan journey.
Spring is one of the most beautiful seasons to trek from Jiri to Everest Base Camp. The lower valleys and forested trails become lush and vibrant, while rhododendrons and other Himalayan flowers add spectacular colors to the landscape. The pleasant temperatures and generally favorable weather make spring an excellent time for trekking. It is also a great season for enjoying Nepal’s diverse flora, wildlife, and birdlife along the lower sections of the trail.
Autumn is another excellent season for the Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek and is widely considered one of the best periods for trekking in Nepal. Following the monsoon, the atmosphere becomes clear and the mountain views are often spectacular. The trails are generally dry, the temperatures are comfortable, and the stable weather provides excellent conditions for long trekking days. Autumn also offers opportunities to experience local festivals and cultural celebrations, adding another memorable element to the journey.
Although spring and autumn are the most popular trekking seasons, the Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek can also be undertaken during other months with proper preparation. However, winter can bring very cold temperatures and snow at higher elevations, while the summer monsoon season can bring rain, muddy trails, clouds, and reduced mountain visibility.
Highlights of Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek
- Following the traditional route of the Everest Base Camp Trek before the establishment of Lukla airport
- Slowly moving across the beautiful settlements of the lower Everest region
- Peaceful and off-beaten trekking experience, a different perspective of this mainstream route
- Gradually ascending on the trail traversing across the beautiful settlements of Newar, Thakali, Rai, Tamang, and Sherpa from the lower regions
- Iconic views of the Himalayan ranges, like Everest, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Cholaste, Taboche, and many others
- Hike to two of the most popular viewpoints in the Everest region, Chhukung Ri (5,546 meters) and Kala Patthar (5,644 meters)
- Opportunity to explore one of the most popular UNESCO Sites in Nepal, Sagarmatha National Park (1,148 sq. km.)
Itinerary
After your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), the representative from base Camp Adventure will receive you at the terminal. After assisting you with the luggage, our staff will transfer you to a private vehicle, and you will enjoy a smooth ride to your hotel located at the core of the capital.
Bhandar Elevation: 2,190 m/ 7,185 ft
Elevation Gain: 790 m / 2,591 ft
Your exciting adventure on this will start with a thrilling and scenic drive from Kathmandu to Jiri. You will start your thrilling drive on the Arankuko Highway, and on the driving route, you will also move past the beautiful Newar settlements of Banepa and Dhulikhel during the first part. Although the drive is slightly long, driving past the lush forested trails, terraced farms, and traditional settlements, enjoying the epic views of eastern Himalayan mountains such as Ganesh Himala, Dorje Lakpa, Langtang Lirung will make the drive feel shorter.
As the trail switches, the driveway descends down to Panchkhal and then again ascends to Dolalghat, from where you will follow the trails alongside the Sun Koshi River to reach Lamasangu. After passing several traditional further ahead, you will then arrive at Jiri; a short drive up ahead will then take you to Bhandar.
Sete Village Elevation: 2,575 m / 8,448 ft
Elevation Gain: 385 m / 1,263 ft
This is the first day of trekking in this traditional Everest Base Camp Trek route. After a warm breakfast at Bhandar, you will first follow the trekking trail that drops down to the bank of Lunkhu Khola. Then, you will cross the river to reach Kenja Village from where you will take on the steep section to reach Chimbu Village. You will continue trekking on the gradually inkling route across the terraced farms and farmhouses to reach Sete Village. This small Sherpa village is situated on a ridge in the middle of the rhododendron forest, and you will be able to enjoy incredible views of the surrounding mountains.
Junbesi Village Elevation: 2,700 m / 8,858 ft
Lamjura Pass Elevation: 3,530 m / 11,581 ft
Elevation Gain: 955 m/ 3,133 ft
It’s an exciting part of the trek on this traditional route; you will trek across the beautiful rhododendron, Mongolia, and birch forest that cover the Solukhumbu region and head toward the Lamjura Pass. This thrilling Himalayan pass is the highest point between the Jiri and Namche Bazaar routes, and it will take you about 3 hours to complete this part of the trek. You will also be able to catch the incredible view of Mt. Everest for the first time from this pass.
Then, after descending from the pass, you will follow the steep trail for about an hour and a half to reach Taktor Village. You will continue walking on the north side of the valley and follow the descending trail to reach the charming Sherpa village of Junbesi.
Nunthala Elevation: 2,440 m / 8,005 ft
Elevation Loss: 260 m / 853 ft
From Junbesu, you will follow the descending trail below the village and cross the Jubesi Khola over a wooden bridge. After crossing the bridge, you will come across a junction point, and you will see the path on the left leads to Khumbu Valley to the north. Moving further ahead, you will then make your descent to Sailung Village and move along the lush trails of the Dudh Koshi River.
In this exhilarating section, you will pass through the popular Sherpa settlement of Ringmo Village and then take on the Tak Shindo Pass before switching to the path across dense forest. Moving further in your trail, you will cross several mountain streams on the wooden bridges to reach Nunthal Village which is also known as Manidingma.
Khari Khola Elevation: 2,020 m / 6,627 ft
Elevation Loss: 420 m / 1,377 ft
This day’s trek will take you across the terraced farmlands of the Rai and Sherpa villages. Leaving Nunthala Village after a warm breakfast, you will continue following the banks of the Dudh Koshi River. Most part of this day’s trail is well-defined, although it sometimes does pass through the yards of houses and terraced fields. The trail further ahead passes across the forests and descends to Chautara, which overlooks the cascading river.
You will then continue to follow the flow of the river and climb across the terraced farmlands to reach the beautiful Rai settlement of Jubing. After crossing the village, you will then follow the ridge and head toward the Khari Khola, your resting destination tonight.
Surkhe Elevation: 2,230 m / 7,316 ft
Elevation Gain: 210 m / 688 ft
After leaving Khari Khola, you will start your trek following the steep hill of the Buspa Danda. From here, you will continue following the ascending route toward the Bhumsing Village and trek across the tributary valley of lush oak and rhododendron forests. On the next part, the trail descends across the valley for about an hour on the north side, which then leads you to Puiyan Village.
You will then continue following the trail on the ridge and head toward the Surkha Village, which is situated on top of the tributary river of Dudh Koshi. This will be the last thrilling trekking adventure in this traditional route as you will me joining the mainstream path on the next day.
Phakding Elevation: 2,610 m / 8,562 ft
Elevation Gain: 380 m / 1,246 ft
It’s a short but exciting day’s trek today; after enjoying a warm breakfast at Surkhe Village, you will trek through rhododendron and oaks forests and small Sherpa settlements. Encircling the path above Surkha, the trail then leaves the tributary valley and heads toward the Chaurikharka Village. From this beautiful Sherpa village, you will continue trekking on the banks of the Dudh Koshi River and cross Dudh Koshi Ghat before reaching Phakding Village.
Namche Bazaar Elevation: 3,440 m / 11,286 ft
Elevation Gain: 830 m / 2,723 ft
This is one of the most scenic parts of this base camp trek. After enjoying your breakfast at Phakding Village, you will then walk on the trail through the pine forest that stretches toward the north side of the Benkar Valley. After crossing the Dudh Koshi River, you will then trek past the Chumoa Village to reach Monjo, the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park. After getting your permits checked here, you will then continue along the trail and cross a suspension bridge to reach Jorsale Village.
After crossing the bridge, you will then continue trekking on the riverbanks of both Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi. During the final part, you will follow the steep trail of the Namche Ukalo to reach the beautiful Sherpa capital. This day’s trail will unveil the first-ever epic views of Mt. Everest, and you will also be able to admire the beauty of surrounding peaks like Nuptse and Lhotse after reaching Namche.
Khunde Village Elevation: 3,840 m / 12,598 ft
Khumjung Village Elevation: 3,790 m / 12,434 ft
Elevation Gain: 400 m / 1,312 ft
After a long journey on the traditional route and climbing to significant altitudes, on this day, you will take a rest day. You will take this day to acclimatize properly to the rising altitude and do a morning hike to Khunde and Khumjug Village. Both of these villages are beautiful Sherpa settlements that have preserved the ancient culture, traditions, and norms to this date. From these high-altitude villages, you will also be able to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding peaks such as Everest, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Cholaste, Taboche, and others.
During the day, you can explore the other popular highlights of Namche Bazaar, such as the Sherpa Museum, Sagarmatha National Park Museum, Everest View Hotel, Hillary School, etc.
Tengboche Monastery Elevation: 3,860 m / 12,664 ft
Elevation Gain: 420 m / 1,377 ft
After letting your body properly rest and taking time with the acclimatization, its time to head further in your iconic Himalayan journey. From Namche, following the uphill, downhill, and gentle flat trail on the ridge line, you will head toward the Kyangjuma Village. From here, you will continue trekking on the charming trails of Dudh Koshi Valley, enjoying the stunning beauty of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Everest, and Taboche to reach Phunki Thenga.
You will take your lunch break here enjoying the beautiful scenery, and after lunch, you will trek on an uphill trail through lush forests to reach Tengboche Monastery. This beautiful Buddhist monastery is of significant value and is even considered the spiritual hub of the Khumbu Valley.
Dingboche Elevation: 4,360 m/ 14,304 ft
Elevation Gain: 500 m / 1,640 ft
This day’s exciting trail passes through the beautiful birch, confer, and rhododendron forests with spectacular mountain views on the backdrop. During the first part of this day’s trek, you will move along the descending trail toward the Debuche Village and cross the Imja River to reach another beautiful Sherpa village of Pangbohce. You will then take a break at this beautiful traditional Sherpa village before following the winding-up trail that stretches toward the Somare Village.
At the Somare, the path heading further divides into two sections; one leads to the Pheriche Village, and another one will take you to Dingboche Village. You will follow the gentle uphill trail to the Imja Valley and cross the Lobuche River to reach Dingboche. This charming high-altitude Sherpa village is popular stone-fenced farmlands where villages mostly grow buckwheat, barely, and potato.
Chhukung Ri Elevation: 5,546 m/ 18,195 ft
Elevation Gain: 1,186 m / 3,891 ft
By this day, you have crossed the alpine zone, and the next part of the route will take you to the trans-Himalayan zone. Thus, before switching the climatic zone, you will take another rest day here in order to adapt to the new altitude and give your body enough rest. For the acclimatizing hike, there is an option to hike to Chhukung Ri. You can also hike to the Nangkartshang Hill (5,100 meters), which is another popular hiking destination on this acclimatization day.
Both of these amazing viewpoints will reward you with breathtaking views of the mountain ranges, such as Island Peak, Lhotse Shar, Taboche, Ama Dablam, Cholastee, Baruntse, Thamseku, and other surrounding peaks. After the hike, you can just stroll around the village, checking out the local culture, traditions, and lifestyle.
Lobuche Elevation: 4,940 me / 16,174 ft
Elevation Gain: 570 m / 1,870 ft
After enjoying a warm breakfast at Dingboche, you will continue to push toward the higher altitude points of this mainstream route. You will follow the trails on the ridgeline, enjoying the views of the towering peaks over the Pheriche Valley. After trekking past the Dusa, you will move along the descending and curbing trails to cross a mountain stream and follow the uphill trail to reach Dughla Village. You will head toward the memorial shrine of the Dughla Pass, where people pray for the lost souls during the Everest expedition.
Moving further in your trail, you will traverse across the boulder-strewn segment and make you ascend to Chupki Lhara. Enjoying the epic mountain views from this ridge, you will then trek along the trail decorated with prayer flags and chortens. The path then drops to the moraines of the Khumbu Glacier, enjoying the up-close views of Lingtren, Pumori, Khumbutse, and Mahalangur Himal; you will then head toward Lobuche.
Gorakshep Elevation: 5,160 m/ 16,929 feet
Everest Base Camp Elevation: 5,364 m/ 17,598 ft
Elevation Gain: 434 m/ 1,423 ft
Today is a grand day in this Himalayan adventure; after enjoying your breakfast at Lobuche, you will head toward the main objective of this trek. Following the ascending and descending trail alongside the lateral moraines of the glacier, you will first head toward Gorakshep. You will leave your luggage at your designated teahouse, then continue trekking toward the Everest Base Camp alongside the moraines. After reaching the Everest Base Camp, you will take your time to relish the magical ambiance of the world’s highest peak at its foothills.
The base camp is surrounded by mountains and massive glaciers; you will be able to enjoy the incredible views of Khumbutse, Nuptse, Pumori, Lingtren, and others from the Everest Base Camp. After soaking in the incredible Himalayan atmosphere, you will then make your descent back to Gorakshep for an overnight stay.
Kala Patthar Elevation: 5,644 m / 18,517 ft
Pangboche Elevation: 3,985 m / 13,074 ft
Elevation Gain: 484 m/ 1,587 ft
As you will not be able to enjoy a wide mountain view from the base of the towering peaks, on this day, you will do an early morning hike to Kala Patthar. This is the most popular viewpoint in the Khumbu Valley, and from here, the panoramic views of the mountain ranges, such as Everest, Changtse, Nuptse, Lhotse, Thamserku, Ama Dablam, Pumori, Lhotse, and others are simply spectacular.
Then, after the morning hike, you will return back to Gorakshep for breakfast and follow the descending route toward Pangboche across Lobuche, Thukla, and Pheriche villages.
Namche Bazaar Elevation: 3,440 m/ 11,286 ft
Elevation Loss: 545 m/ 1,788 ft
From the Pangboche Village, you will descend to lower altitudes on the same iconic trail heading toward Namche Bazaar. After leaving Pangboche Village, you will re-enter the spiritual atmosphere of the Tengboche Monastery and further descend down to the lush trail of the Dudh Koshi Valley. Follow the uphill and downhill trail below the treeline, you will cross Phunki Thenga and the Kyangjuma to return back to Namche Bazaar.
Lukla Elevation: 2,860 m / 9,186 ft
Elevation Loss: 640 m / 2,099 ft
On the descending part of the trail, you will continue to trek down to Lukla, the gateway of Everest from Namche Bazaar. As the first part of this trek took the traditional driving route, you skipped the landing at this starting point of the Everest region. After enjoying your breakfast at Namche, you will continue trekking on the side of the Dudh Koshi River and trek past Monjo, Phakding, and Chaurikharka Village to reach Lukla.
Unlike the roadway during the initial part of the trek, where you drove from Kathmandu to Jiri to Bhandar, you will take a more conventional transport option for your return back to Kathmandu. You will fly to TIA from the Tenzing Hillary Airport at Lukla to conclude this remarkable Himalayan journey. Your morning flight that takes off from Lukla will reward you with incredible views of the Himalayan peaks, and you will fly over the lush valleys to reach Kathmandu.
Kathmandu Elevation: 1,400 meters/ 4,593 feet
After your long Himalayan journey, it is time to bid farewell to this remarkable Himalayan country. Representatives from Base Camp Adventure will assist you with the checkout procedure and take you to TIA for your flight. We hope that you enjoyed this traditional Himalayan trekking opportunity with us. We hope to see you again. Have a safe journey.
Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek Map
Package Includes
- Private airport transfers for your arrival and departure in a comfortable car or van.
- Comfortable hotel stay in Kathmandu according to the itinerary.
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout your trek.
- Clean and comfortable local guesthouse accommodation, normally arranged on a twin-sharing basis.
- An experienced, government-licensed, English-speaking trekking guide who is deeply familiar with the local communities, language, traditions, and culture, and has completed this trek many times.
- Complete support for the trekking crew, including their wages, accommodation, meals, insurance, transportation, equipment, and medical care.
- All required trekking permits, TIMS Card, National Park permits, and government fees.
- Convenient baggage storage in Kathmandu while you are enjoying your trek.
- Free use of a sleeping bag, duffel bag, and trekking poles during the trekking period.
- Trekking map to help you understand and follow the route.
- First aid medical kit carried by your trekking guide for added support during the trek.
- All necessary ground transportation as specified in the confirmed itinerary.
- Domestic airfare from Lukla to Kathmandu or Ramechhap, including applicable airport taxes.
Package Excludes
- Nepal visa and applicable fees, currently USD 30 for a 15-day visa, USD 50 for a 30-day visa, and USD 125 for a 90-day visa.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu unless included in the confirmed itinerary.
- International flights and airport departure taxes.
- Travel insurance covering high-altitude trekking, medical treatment, and emergency helicopter evacuation.
- Porter Service: Not included in the package but available as an optional add-on at USD 450 per porter, with a maximum carrying capacity of 20 to 22 kg per porter.
- Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, bottled water, tea, coffee, snacks, and other personal drinks or refreshments.
- Laundry and other personal expenses during the trip.
- Excess baggage above the 15 kg allowance on domestic flights, charged at approximately USD 1 per extra kg by the airline.
- Personal trekking clothes, boots, backpacks, jackets, and other individual gear.
- Tips and gratuities for your guide, porters, drivers, and support team.
- Any other services, activities, or expenses not specifically mentioned in the Package Includes section.
Useful Info
Who Can Do Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek?
Compared to the standard Everest Base Camp Trek, which generally lasts around 15 days, the Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek is a slightly longer venture, which has a length of 21 days. So, even if this classical trekking route is slightly longer than the modern-day standard route, the difficulty level of Everest Base Camp via Jiri is at a moderate level. From the acclimatization prospects, this traditional route is, in fact, much easier as you will gradually follow the inclining route going through an effective acclimatization procedure.
From the physical demand prospects, the trail can be slightly challenging as it lasts for three weeks. So, without proper physical preparation, taking on such a long-haul trek won’t be easy. The gradual ascend will make the acclimatization process much easier, but you will still need to trek to significant altitudes during the trek. In this 21-day exploration of this mainstream trekking destination via the traditional route, you will cover an approximate trekking distance of around 205 km (127 miles).
Similarly, from the starting point of the trek on this classical route, Bhandar (2,190 meters), all the way to the highest point of the trek, Kala Patthar (5,644 meters), the total elevation gain is around 3,454 meters (11,332 feet). So, neither the total trekking distance nor the overall altitude gain in this trek should be underestimated. Thus, this trek is recommended for trekkers with some prior experience in high-altitude explorations and with enough time on hand to set out on the long Himalayan adventure.
How to Prepare for Everest Base Camp From Jiri?
Despite having a lengthy trekking trail, the preparation for the Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek is not so different from regular high-altitude adventures. For the moderately difficult nature of this classical route, a standard 3 to 6 weeks of preparation will be quite sufficient if you have a basic level of fitness. If you exercise regularly, you don’t have to put in much effort during the preparation part. The trails aren’t strenuous like a mountain climb, nor will you need to overcome any technical sections. Thus, with good health, basic fitness, and a few weeks of light preparation, it won’t be that much of a challenge to take on the trekking trails of this Classic Everest Base Camp Trek From Jiri.
For the preparation part, the main focus of your training should be working on your strength and endurance level. As you will be trekking for long days, covering significant trekking distances at rising altitudes, you will need to improve both of these aspects. You can test out your endurance level with practice hikes by carrying a backpack with reasonable weight on the steep section nearby. Similarly, stamina and cardiovascular exercises are equally important; not only do they improve your overall stamina reserve, but they also make the acclimatization process much easier.
What Makes This Trek So Special?
The standard Everest Base Camp Trek is undoubtedly one of the most renowned trekking routes across the world. This thrilling Himalayan journey that takes you to the base of the tallest mountain in the world is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Even if the journey to the summit of the wondrous marvel of earth is a demanding endeavor traveling to immersive into its radiating ambiance is an exciting adventure for everyone. Distinct from the regular mainstream trekking route, this trek starts from the very base of the Everest region. You will be able to explore the path that the first ascenders of the tallest peak in the world took, Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, for their first expedition in 1953.
Unlike the standard trek that starts directly with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, on this traditional route, you will have the opportunity to experience diversity in the culture and landscape as you start from the lower regions. You will also
Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance is very important if you are setting out on a long adventure, especially more so if you are doing a high-altitude trek. Travel insurance takes care of medical needs, delays, loss of belongings, accidents and injuries, etc. For high-altitude treks such as this Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek, travel insurance also covers emergency evacuation operations. So, getting travel insurance will not only take care of several unforeseen circumstances during your trek, but it will also boost your confidence, and you will be able to enjoy the exploration feeling more assured.
There are several types of travel insurance that you can get for Classic Everest Base Camp Trek From Jiri. Most standard insurance plans provide coverage upto 3,000 meters and cost around US$ 30 to US$ 100. Similarly, with the slightly extensive package that offers coverage plans upto 6,000 meters, the cost starts at US$ 100. If you want ti include the helicopter rescue operation coverage in your travel insurance, the starting cost for such a plan is around US$ 3,000.
Altitude Sickness
The altitude gain in Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek is quite significant. Thus, it is natural to worry about the risk of altitude sickness during your trek. From the trekking start point, Bhandar, to the highest point of the trek, Kala Patthar, the overall altitude gain is around 3,454 meters (11,332 feet). So, an effective acclimatization process is very important to mitigate the risk of altitude sickness during the trek. As you don’t have to ascend on the alpine slopes, Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) is the only risk on the trail and not other severe forms of altitude sickness such as High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE) and High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE).
AMS is a light form of altitude sickness that can be treated easily and prevented with good rest and a proper acclimatization process. The Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary plans of Base Camp Adventure have been designed with the help of industry-leading experts and veteran trek guides. Our trekking package follows a slow and gradual ascent, providing the trekkers the opportunity to adapt to the rising altitude even on the trekking trail. Similarly, each day’s trek route is carefully designed, and you will get enough breaks along the route. On top of that, we have also included enough acclimatization days so you can properly follow the effective acclimatization process and don’t have to push your body to its limit.
Packing for Trek
Packing for the Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek will mostly depend on which season you are doing this trek. If your adventure date is set for any of the high seasons, such as spring or autumn, you will not have to bring any additional gear to tackle the weather challenges. Just the right layers for different climatic zones, from tropical to trans-Himalayan, and some useful gear will be enough to make your journey a memorable and comfortable experience. However, if you are planning this trek in any of the off-seasons, such as monsoon and winter, you will need to sort out your packing for the season-specific climate. For the monsoon season that sees continuous downpours, you will have to prioritize the waterproof outer layers, bagge coverage, and raincoats.
As the trails are slippery and muddy, to navigate across them comfortably, you will need to have footwear with good traction. Similarly, for the winter season, the layers and gear to keep yourself warm in this coldest month of the mountain should be your top priority. Insulated or heated boots, thick-warm layers, micro spikes to walk over snow, ski goggles, portable heaters, etc., are some packing considerations for the Everest Base Camp From Jiri during the winter exploration.
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