Everest Base Camp Trek

15 Days
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  • Trip Grade Moderate
  • CountryNepal

Everest Base Camp Trek takes you to the top of world highest mountain Mt Everest which is situated at Khumbu region. It offers trekkers the chance to witness some of the most stunning landscapes on Earth which includes towering peaks, glacial valleys, and traditional Sherpa villages. Starting from the vibrant city of Kathmandu, the trek takes you the small town of Lukla where you begin your journey by foot. From there, the route winds through dense forests, across suspension bridges, and up the valleys that offer incredible views of the Everest, Lhotse, and other Himalayan giants along the way.

As you ascend, you pass through Sherpa villages like Namche Bazaar, Tengboche and Dingboche, where trekkers can acclimatise and experience the rich culture heritage of the region. Namche Bazaar is the Sherpa capital. This beautiful town is a bustling town with markets, monasteries, and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. The trek also includes visits to ancient Buddhist monasteries, such as the famous Tengboche monastery, where you can witness local religious ceremonies. Along the way, trekkers must adjust to the increasing altitude, with acclimatisation day built into the schedule to help prevent altitude sickness.

The final stretch of the trek leads to Everest Base Camp itself which is an elevation of 5364 meters (17598 feet). The view from base camp is surrounded by towering glaciers and the majestic face of Mount Everest which is truly awe-inspiring moment for trekkers. The journey is challenging but immensely rewarding, which offers a unique blend of adventure, natural beauty, and cultural exploration. While the trek can be physically demanding, the sense of accomplishment and the opportunity to stand at the base of the world’s highest peak make it once-in-a-lifetime experiences for many adventurers.

Highlights

  • takes you the small town of Lukla where you begin your journey by foot
  • route winds through dense forests, across suspension bridges, and up the valleys
  • experience the rich culture heritage of the region
  • stand at the base of the world’s highest peak make it once-in-a-lifetime experiences for many adventurers
Itinerary

Everest Base Camp Trek offers trekkers the chance to witness some of the most stunning landscapes on Earth which includes towering peaks, glacial valleys, and traditional Sherpa villages.

Trip Plan
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Once you landed at the Tribhuvan international airport, you will be greeted by the representative of our company and from airport s/he will guide to the hotel to check in and spend overnight in Kathmandu.

  • Max Altitude: 1350m
  • Accommodation: Hotel

We will start our day by attending the morning Aarati at Pashupatinath temple. After enjoying the morning Aarati at Pashupatinath, we will visit Jal Narayan and Guheswari temple. After visiting Guheswari temple, we will have lunch and then head to the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once we have completed to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, return to the hotel and spend the night in Kathmandu.

  • Max Altitude: 1350m
  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Accommodation: Hotel

Early in the morning, we will drive towards Ramechap, Manthali airport. Once we reach Manthali airport, we will take a flight towards Lukla. At Lukla, we will take a rest for some time and then head towards Phakding. Phakding is about 4 to 5 hours from Lukla, where we will spend the night in the Himalayan land.

  • Max Altitude: 2610m
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Lodge

From Phakding, we will head toward Namche Bazaar. The trail will lead through the beautiful village which includes Toktotok, Benkar, Manjo, Jorsale, and finally at Namche Bazaar. At Manjo, there is the check post, where the entire document like trekking permit and Sagarmatha National Park Permit are checked. Before entering the Namche Bazaar, we will cross several suspension bridges and until this bridge, the trail is on a gentle Nepalese flat and after crossing the bridge, trekkers have to walk up hill for about an hour to reach Namche Bazaar and spend the night.

  • Max Altitude: 3440m
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Lodge

Today is the first acclimations day of this Everest Base Camp Trekking. Firstly, we will take a short hike towards Everest Viewpoint. Once we have completed to explore the Everest viewpoint, return to the hotel. Along the way to the hotel, there is the Khumbu Museum, which you can visit if you want. In the evening, you can roam around the village and enjoy breathtaking views of mountain like Mt Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, and many other peaks of this region. Spend overnight in this beautiful Sherpa land.

  • Max Altitude: 3440m
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Lodge

The trail goes flat and downhill Phunki Thanka and cross the suspension bridge. After crossing the suspension bridge, we will start the last bit of the climb into Tengboche monastery. The trail is steep but not as steep as the previous one, like Phakding to Namche. It is about 5 to 6 hours of walking from Namche Bazaar, and finally at Tengboche and check in at the lodge and spend the night.

  • Max Altitude: 3860m
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Lodge

Today, we will trek towards Dingboche. Along the way to Dingboche, you will get a mesmerizing backdrop of Mt Everest, Ama Dablam, and other peaks of this region. Before entering Dingboch, we will enter one of the second-largest Sherpa villages which are Pangboche and finally at Dingboche and spend overnight.

  • Max Altitude: 4410m
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Lodge

Today we will stay at Dingboche. On this day, we will go for a short hike to Nangkartshang peak where you will get marvelous views of Island, Makalu, Lhotse Shar, and many other peaks. After hiking up to Nangkartshang peak, we will return to the village and explore around the village and spend another at this beautiful village.

  • Max Altitude: 4410m
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Lodge

We will trek from Dingboche to Lobuche and today, we will walk the short distant. Along the way, the trail offer incredible views of the Everest, Lhotse, and other Himalayan giants. From Dingboche to Lobuche which takes almost 4 hours to reach the stopover and spend overnight.

  • Max Altitude: 6119m
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Lodge

From Lobuche, we will trek towards Gorakshep. It is only 2 hours of walking, and we will be at Gorakshep. After reaching Gorakshep, check in at the lodge and get ready to hike up EBC. We will walk over the glacier and heavy wind then, after that, we will be at Everest Base Camp. Once we reach EBC, we will explore around and return to Gorakshep and spend the night.

  • Max Altitude: 5140m
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Lodge

Very early in the morning around 3 to 4 AM, we will hike towards Kala Patthar to enjoy the sunrise view coming over the world’s highest Mountain. Once the sunrise is over, you will get some photos and enjoy the view. After enjoying sunrise view and iconic view of Mount Everest, you will descend to Gorakshep, and have breakfast, and then head down to the Pheriche for a well-deserved rest.

  • Max Altitude: 4371m
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Lodge

From Pheriche, after having a hot breakfast, we will slowly start our walking towards Namche Bazaar. The descent is easier, and you pass through several villages along the way and spend overnight at beautiful Sherpa land (Namche Bazaar).

  • Max Altitude: 3440m
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Lodge

Today is the final day of trekking where we have to walk around 6 to 7 hours and finally be at Lukla where you will catch your flight back to Kathmandu the following day.

  • Max Altitude: 2860m
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Lodge

Today, we will take a flight back to Kathmandu from Lukla. Once you reach Kathmandu, the guide will directly take to the hotel and clear all the check in formalities and leave you to take a rest. In the evening, you can roam around the Valley and spend overnight.

  • Max Altitude: 1350m
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Lodge

According to your flight schedule, our representatives will drop you off at the airport of Kathmandu for your further journey.

  • Meals: Breakfast
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Includes
  • airport pick up and drops by private car
  • permits and TIMs
  • accommodations and meals
  • salary of guide and porter
  • road and government taxes and fees
  • fluently English speak and government licensed holder guide
  • Kathmandu sightseeing
Excludes
  • lunch and dinner at Kathmandu
  • any medical, bar, room bills
  • tipping for guide and porter
  • any insurance
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