About Namche Bazaar

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Overview

Namche Bazaar is the main Sherpa town of the Khumbu region of Nepal, set at about 3,440 m inside Sagarmatha National Park. The park covers 1,148 sq km of the Everest region, from the Dudh Kosi valley to the summit of Everest, and was listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1979. Snow leopards, Himalayan tahr, musk deer and Impeyan pheasants live here. Most trekkers spend a night or two in Namche to acclimatise on the trek towards Everest and Gokyo.

Best Time to Visit Namche Bazaar

Plan your trip around the right season

Oct-NovBest Window

Why visit

Clear mountain views and stable trekking weather.

Keep in mind

Busy trails and lodges.

How to Reach Namche Bazaar

Intercity connectivity and travel options

Fly from Kathmandu or Ramechhap to Lukla, then trek up the Dudh Kosi valley via Phakding and Monjo, usually two days to Namche.

Getting Around Namche Bazaar

Local transport and practical tips

Local transport

There are no roads; travel is on foot, with porters and yaks carrying loads.

Best Areas to Stay in Namche Bazaar

Pick the right neighbourhood for your trip

Namche Bazaar

Acclimatisation stops

Tea houses and lodges with bakeries, shops and gear rental.

Lukla

First and last nights of a trek

Lodges by the airstrip.

Phakding and Monjo

Breaking the climb

Riverside lodges on the trail below Namche.