SWS Mountain Guides provides the adventure of a lifetime with a portered and teahouse trip for backpackers and climbers alike. Our trek starts with a morning flight into Lukla at 9,200 ft. before descending the forested trails to Phakding, our first teahouse at 8,500 ft. As the trail ascends along the ridges and valleys of the Khumbu region, the environment quickly changes to conifer forests and high alpine terrain. Finally, after eight full days of hiking, we reach Gorak Shep and a short hike to Everest base camp. The next day’s optional side hike to Kala Pataar at over 18,000 feet gives you the most spectacular view in the Everest Region without climbing Everest itself.