Highlights
Easy, 2900 M
Hotel/ Guest House
Flights
All Months
- Spectacular Everest Views: Mt. Everest (8,848m), Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and Kanchenjunga without going to high altitudes.
- Scenic Highway Drive: Travel along the beautiful B.P. Highway beside the Sunkoshi River, green valleys and traditional Nepali villages.
- Spring Flowers & Birds: colorful red rhododendrons
- Local Culture: The warm hospitality, traditional lifestyle, and unique culture of the Sherpa and Magar indigenous communities.
Everest View Hiking Overview
The 2 day Everest View Hiking tour to Pattale Dada, designed to those people who are Dreaming to see Mount Everest with their own eyes, but want to avoid long, tiring weeks of trekking or taking high-altitude mountain flights. We Alpine Asian Treks designed a 2 day tour to a village at Pattale Dada which will allow you to taste the Nepalese village culture and people.
Pattale Village is the closest and most beautiful viewpoint of Mount Everest that you can easily reach by road from Kathmandu. Sitting at a comfortable altitude of 2,700 meters, this hidden gem offers a massive panoramic view of the grand Himalayas including Mt. Everest (8,848m), Lhotse, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga without any risk of altitude sickness.
Everest View Hiking combines a highly scenic overland drive along the famous B.P. Highway with an easy, short morning hike to the Pattale Dada viewpoint (2,900m). Along the way, you will drive alongside the beautiful Sunkoshi River, pass through lush green terraced hills, and walk through lovely pine forests. The February and April will be with blooming rhododendrons.
Meal and guesthouse on Everest View Hiking
You will stay in a cozy local lodge, enjoy authentic home-cooked meals, and experience the warm, friendly hospitality and traditional lifestyles of the local Sherpa and Magar communities.
Perfect for families, senior citizens, photography enthusiasts, or travelers with limited time in Nepal, this easy road tour gives you a lifetime memory of the world’s highest peaks in just 48 hours. Let Alpine Asian Treks handle all the logistics while you sit back and enjoy the view!
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu to Pattale Village (240 km / approx. 8 hours drive). Overnight at a local hotel/lodge.
Day 02: Early morning hike to Pattale Dada Viewpoint for Sunrise and Everest view. Hike back for breakfast, then drive back to Kathmandu.
Day to Day Itinerary
Drive from Kathmandu to Pattale Village
We wake up early in the morning and start our drive at 6:30 AM from Kathmandu. We travel along the scenic B.P. Highway, driving beside the beautiful Sunkoshi River. There will be few stop for breakfast, lunch and tea/ coffee at a beautiful riverside or view points. The journey takes us through lush green Churia hills, small river valleys, and winding mountain roads. After a beautiful 8-hour drive, we reach the unique and peaceful Pattale Village (2,700m). Enjoy a warm dinner and spend the night at a local guest house.
Drive Distance: 240 km
Drive Duration: 7 to 8 hours
Meals Included: Lunch on the way, Dinner at the village
Accommodation: Local Hotel or Lodge
ike to Pattale Dada for Sunrise, Drive back to Kathmandu
Wake up early in the morning and hike (45m) to view point 2900m. From here, you will watch a breathtaking sunrise over the giant Himalayan range. You can see an amazing panoramic view of Mt. Everest (8,848m), Mt. Makalu, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Mera Peak, and many other snow-capped peaks. After taking photos and enjoying the view, we walk back to the guesthouse for breakfast. After breakfast, we board our private vehicle and drive back to Kathmandu, where our tour ends.
Highest Altitude: 2,900 meters (Viewpoint)
Meals Included: Breakfast at the lodge, Lunch on the way back
Activity: We wake up early and take a short, easy hike up to the Pattale Dada
Whats Included?
Accommodation
- Local guest house accommodations in trekking on twin sharing (bathroom outside)
Meals
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner whilst on the trek from local guest house menu.
Transportation
- Arrival and departure and all land transfer as per itinerary.
Other
- English speaking trekking/ hiking guide
- Insurance for the trekking staff. (insurance as per state law)
- All the government tax and our (AATE) service charges.
Whats not Included?
Not Included
- Personal trekking equipment
- Extra accommodation, meal and sightseeing in Kathmandu.
- International flights and Visa.
- Your travel insurance (for travel, cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss of life, theft of or damage to personal effects).
- Tips and gratuities (crew frequently receives some recognition for good service)
- Costs arising from unforeseen events outside the control of AATE.
- Personal expenses such as alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, mineral water, monuments entrance fees, postage, laundry, battery charge, video, camera, phone, etc.
- All other services not included in the "cost includes" section above.
Travel Infos
Who is this trip for?
This tour is perfect for travelers of all ages, families, and seniors who want to see Mt. Everest closely but cannot walk for many days or go into high altitudes.
The road Conditions:
The drive uses the B.P. Highway, which is well-paved and scenic, but some connecting roads near the village can be bumpy. There would be scenic mid hills, local village and local bazar on the way.
Packing list
Please pack light clothes, a warm jacket for the chilly mornings, comfortable walking shoes, and a good camera.
Frequently Asked Questions
The hike is very easy. The village sits at 2,700 meters, and the viewpoint is at 2,900 meters. The walk takes less than an hour on a gentle uphill trail, making it suitable for everyone.
Yes! Pattale Dada is one of the best and closest lower-altitude viewpoints in Nepal. On a clear day, you can see Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, and many other major peaks very clearly.
The accommodations are simple, clean, and comfortable local lodges. Bathrooms are usually shared (outside the room), but the beds are warm and the local hospitality is wonderful.
Yes, major mobile networks like Ncell and NTC work well in Pattale Village, and most lodges offer basic Wi-Fi services. There is electricity at guesthouse.
With over 28 years of experience in guiding and organizing trips across Nepal, Alpine Asian Treks and Expedition ensures your safety, comfort, and a truly authentic local experience.