Everest Base Camp Trek – 17 days
The Everest Base Camp Trek is probably the most popular and best-known trek in Nepal. Mt. Everest, the highest mountain in the world brings thousands of trekkers to this part of Nepal each year. It lies in the Solukhumbu district in the North-East of Nepal, which is famous for being the homeland of the Sherpa, known throughout the world for their ability in climbing the world’s highest peaks. The Sherpa’s originally migrated from Tibet via the Nangpa La and the word “Sherpa” in Tibetan, meaning “people from the east”. (Incidentally Mt. Everest is known as Chomolungma to the Sherpas, and Nepalese call it Sagarmatha).
The legendary Sir Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay were the first to climb Mt. Everest in 1953 and now trekkers have the opportunity for their own epic journey to the Everest Base Camp of the world’s highest mountain, following their footsteps.
The trek starts at Kathmandu with a domestic flight to Lukla (2,800m). The flight to Lukla only takes about forty minutes but the views of the eastern Himalaya are amazing; make sure you sit on the left-hand side of the plane for the best views. Flights to Lukla will only take place in the best possible weather conditions, and flights will be canceled if weather conditions are bad.
From Lukla, we trek to the village of Phakding on the first trekking day. From Phakding we trek up the valley of the Dudh Koshi to the famous village of Namche Bazzar. Namche Bazzar is a large market town and as it sits above 3400m, it’s a good place to enjoy a rest day. To the east, the valley of the Imja Khola and Dudh Koshi lead to Everest and Cho Oyu (8,153m) massifs respectively. The sacred mountain Khumbila can be seen from Namche and a few hours from Namche are the twin villages of Khunde and Khumjung, with the beautiful Thamserku Mountain towering high above. These villages are considered by some to be the oldest Sherpa villages, blessed by Guru Rinpoche, the great Indian master who introduced Buddhism to Nepal from Tibet. The trekking route continues to ascend the Khumbu valley over suspension bridges, through beautiful rhododendron forests and small settlements. A little further ahead, a track branches off to the left, leading to Gokyo Lakes. We will continue on the Everest Base Camp track towards Tengboche, famous for its monastery and a popular overnight stop. Many mountaineering groups visit the monastery to receive a blessing from the Lama, before attempting to climb Mt. Everest. Sherpa’s celebrate Mani Rimdu festival here for three days, starting on the full moon of the ninth lunar month, which normally falls in October or November.
The trekking route leads us through several small villages with stunning scenery wherever you care to look until finally arriving at Gorak Shep. From Gorak Shep, it’s a short walk beside the Khumbu glacier and then onto the glacial moraine itself before arriving at the Everest Base Camp. Many trekkers rise early in the morning to climb Kala Patthar for outstanding sunrise views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Tabuche, and the Khumbu Glacier. Kala Patthar is at 5,500m so it’s important to take your time and be aware of any symptoms of altitude sickness. (Incidentally, in the days of Hillary and Tenzing, Gorak Shep was the Everest Base Camp).
After lots of pictures on your camera and memories, head back down Gorak Shep and on to Pheriche for the night. Descend to Lukla via Namche Bazzar the following day. We end our remarkable trek with a scintillating flight back to Kathmandu from Lukla.
The Everest Base Camp Trek is physically quite challenging but with the help of our professional and experienced guides we make sure that you achieve your dream destination to the World’s highest camp.
Throughout the trek, you will be staying at trekking tea house lodges which provide meals and basic accommodation. On a popular trek like the Everest Base Camp, accommodation is usually quite comfortable.
You can also choose our Gokyo Ri and Everest Base Camp Trek a journey to the pristine Gokyo lakes of the Himalayas.
An adventure with Popular Treks will be surely an amazing experience which is accompanied by our best adventure enthusiast team. We would be customizing your trip itinerary according to your time and budget. Please contact us for the details information regarding the suitable trip.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m)
Day 02: Trek preparation
Day 03: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2,610m)
Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m)
Day 05: Namche Bazaar to Kyangjuma (3,550m)
Day 06: Kyanjuma to Tengboche (3,860m)
Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m)
Day 08: Rest day / acclimatization day
Day 09: Dingboche to Lobuche (4,910m)
Day 10: Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,140m), visit Everest Base Camp
Day 11: Gorakshep to Kala Patthar (5,550m) to Pheriche (4,240m)
Day 12: Pheriche to Kyangjuma (3,550m)
Day 13: Kyangjuma to Monjo (2,835m)
Day 14: Monjo to Lukla (2,840m)
Day 15: Lukla to Kathmandu (1,350m)
Day 16: Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
Day 17: Final departure
It is possible to customize the itinerary to suit the client. Talk about possible changes with your guide, but remember he has the experience when it comes to the time required for the trek and he also has to think of your safety. Eg to limit the possibility of altitude sickness, trekkers shouldn’t ascend too quickly.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m)
Welcome to the Land of Mountains! Upon your arrival at Kathmandu Airport, our representative will be waiting for you holding a Popular Treks signboard with your name on it. After transporting you to the hotel, you may like to rest for the remainder of the day or you can stroll around the city if you feel energetic after your flight. We will give you a short briefing about our trip in the evening. Overnight in the hotel in Kathmandu.
Included meal: Lunch
Day 02: Trek Preparation
Today is the day you can do any last minute preparations for your Everest Base Camp trek, including shopping for any clothing or equipment, exchange extra money, and other necessary arrangements for the trek. By the end of the day, you should be ready for your Everest base camp trek with your bag packed. Overnight in hotel in Kathmandu. (Remember you need to take money with you to pay for anything not included in the trek price and this will need to be Nepalese Rupees)
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 03: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2,610m)(3 hours)
From Kathmandu to Lukla by plane, which takes 40 minutes and then walks to Phakding (3 hours). Your first footsteps start from Lukla. The trail to Phakding is undulating and not too exhausting. Take in the scenery and enjoy your first day on the trail. Overnight in the teahouse at Phakding.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m)(5/6 hours)
The trail follows the Dudh Koshi valley north. After a short distance just before Benkar, you will see the first of many waterfalls during the trek. There are many excellent views you can photograph, including glimpses of beautiful Thamserku Mountain. In the village of Monjo, you will enter Sagarmatha National Park which was established in 1976. The final 2.5 hours is a tough ascent to reach the beautiful market town of Namche Bazaar. Overnight in the tea house at Namche Bazaar.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 05: Namche Bazaar to Kyangjuma (3,550m)(5/6 hours)
Namche Bazaar is the homeland of Sherpa people. The trail ascends up a zigzag path to Everest View Hotel. Have a cup of tea and enjoy panoramic views of the mountains, including Mt. Everest. Later we will explore Khumjung Gompa, School, and Khunde Hospital. Sir Edmund Hillary did much pioneering work and development projects such as the school in the villages of Khumjung and Khunde If you like you can visit the School and KhumjungGompa, where you can see a Yeti skull! After Lunch continues walking to Kyangjuma.Overnight in the tea house at Kyangjuma.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 06: Kyanjuma to Tengboche (3,860m)(4 hours)
In the morning while you are enjoying your breakfast outside, you will have a wonderful view Mt. AmaDablam on the far side of the valley. You may also see pheasants feeding in the field. The trail now goes down to the DudhKoshiNadi through beautiful rhododendron forest along a zigzag path. After crossing the suspension bridge we have to climb up 2 hours to Tengboche. On the way, you might get a chance to spot Himalayan Tahar, Musk Deer, and Pheasant. Tengboche is famous for the Tengboche Gompa, the largest and most active monastery in the Khumbu Region. The monastery is working to develop a library and cultural center behind the Gompa. Later in the evening, you may be able to visit the gompa and watch as the monks say their prayers. Overnight in the tea house at Tengboche.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m)(7 hours)
You can enjoy amazing views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam from here in the morning. From Tengboche, it is short descent to Debuche through forests of rhododendron trees, birches, and conifers. Later on, after crossing the ImjaKhola (river), you reach Pangboche. The tree line now disappears and the vegetation changes to short juniper and rhododendron bushes. Pangboche is last permanent village before Dingboche and after a short climb to Somara where we will have lunch, we continue with a short climb to Dingboche. It is a picturesque village with an array of fields enclosed by stone walls to protect crops from winds and animals. Overnight in the tea house at Dingboche.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 08: Rest day / acclimatization day
Today is an acclimatization day and the chance of getting some rest before the final difficult trail to the base camp. We will take an acclimatization hike to Nangkartshang peak from where you see nice views of Thamserku (6608m), Kangtega (6685m), AmaDablam (6856m), Taboche Peak (6367m), Lhotse East (6119m) and Lhotse West (6145m). Then back to our tea house at Dingboche and stay overnight.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 09: Dingboche to Lobuche (4,910m)(4/5 hours)
After a good night’s rest at Dingboche, we continue with a short, steep climb for 45 minutes to a plateau where there is a stone yak herder’s hut. From here we admire the views of Mt. Pumori, but as we descend we bid goodbye to Mt. Pumori as it disappears from view. Now we can enjoy the magnificent views of peaks like Mt. Cholatse and Mt.Thamserku. After having lunch at Duglha, we climb up to the adjacent ridge, where we find prayer flags and stones dedicated to the climbers who lost their lives on Everest. We then continue on to Lobuche. Overnight in the teahouse at Lobuche.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 10: Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,140m)(2/3 hours), Hike to Everest Base Camp(2.5 hours)
Today is our special day when we reach our main destination. After breakfast, we kick off to Gorak Shep through lateral moraine of the Khumbu glacier where we can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of snow-capped peaks. We catch the first glimpse of Kala Patthar, and when we reach Gorak Shep we find ourselves surrounded by snow-capped mountains. After booking in at a teahouse, we will have lunch, leave our luggage behind and continue on a meandering rocky glacier path on rough terrain to Everest Base Camp. You are rewarded with views of incredible melt patterns and rounded ice towers on the glacier. However, from the base camp views of Mt.Everest are blocked from our view by the surrounding mountains. We return to Gorak Shep for our overnight stay.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 11: Gorakshep to Kala Patthar (5,550m) to Pheriche (4,240m) (6/7 hours)
After rising very early, we will climb Kala Patthar at 5550m which is the highlight of the trek. Sit and enjoy the sunrise over Mt. Everest and surrounding mountains like Lhotse, Changtse, Pumori, Nuptse and Ama Dablam. Take your time as we hike up Kala Patthar, we will take short breaks at viewpoints to capture beautiful photos. This is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity!! After capturing all of these mountains on your camera we head back to the teahouse for our much-appreciated breakfast, after which we continue on our descent through Lobuche to Pheriche where we stay overnight.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 12: Pheriche to Kyangjuma (3,550m)(6/7 hours)
Today is a long and easy walk losing height rapidly as we trek downhill to Pangboche and then after the bridge, a 2-hour climb to Tengboche where we will have lunch. The trail descends all the way to the Dudh Koshi River where we cross another bridge and then ascend through rhododendron forest to a small village. Finally, we reach our destination. Overnight in the tea house at Kyangjuma.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 13: Kyangjuma to Monjo (2,835m)(4 hours)
The trail is easy all the way to Namche Bazaar, where we can stop for a break if you like. From Namche, we descend downhill to the high suspension bridge. From here an undulating path takes us along the river bank, and through the village of Jorsalle. A short climb up the hill to the entrance gate of Sagarmatha National Park, and we reach the lovely village of Monjo. Overnight in the teahouse at Monjo.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 14: Monjo to Lukla (2,840m)(5 hours)
We follow the trail back to Lukla which is mostly downhill alongside the Dudh Koshi River. On the way, we pass several suspension bridges, monasteries and villages until we reach Lukla. Overnight in the teahouse at Lukla.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 15: Lukla to Kathmandu (1,350m)by Air and transfer to hotel.
Early in the morning, we take a flight back to Kathmandu. A short forty minute flight and we are back in bustling Kathmandu, a slightly surreal experience after spending the last 14 days in the highest mountains in the world. You deserve a good rest or you may spend your time shopping around for Himalayan souvenirs for your friends and family. Overnight in hotel at Kathmandu.
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 16: Free day with a sightseeing tour.
A reserve or spare day in Kathmandu is well worth it as there are lots to do and see here. Of course, there may be a flight delay or cancellation due to bad weather in Lukla which occurs sometimes, so it is important to have a spare day or two in case this happens. Himalayan weather can be very unpredictable! So if you have the time visit the Durbar Square, the Bodhnath, Swayambhunath or Pashupatinath. An eye-opening experience!!
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 17: Final departure
Our Everest Base Camp trek ends today with your departure. Approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight, our representative will pick you up from the hotel to drop you to the international airport for your flight to onward destination. We hope you enjoyed your time with us and please come back soon.
Included meal: Breakfast
- Included in the cost
- Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle.
- 4 Night’s twin standard bedroom in 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- Nepali welcome dinner as the first day.
- Half day guided city tour with World Heritage entrance fees as listed in the itinerary.
- Domestic flights (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu).
- All ground transportation in a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary.
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek with twin sharing bed.
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek.
- English speaking trained and experienced trekking guide.
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
- Insurance of all staff including porter, guide and assistant guide.
- We provide an assistant guide if there are more than 6 clients.
- Warm clothing and trekking gear for staff including porters and guide.
- Food and salary for all of the staff including porter and guide.
- Duffel bag and map of Everest Base Camp Trek
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permit.
- Medical Kit (carried by your guide).
- Excluded in the cost
- Nepal entry visa fees.
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg luggage, cargo charge is around $2 per kg)
- Items of personal expenses like hot shower, battery charge, telephone, beverage drinks and bar items like chocolate etc.
- Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (in case of early return from mountain than the scheduled itinerary.
- Cold and Hard Drinks
- Tips for staff
We serve hygienic food in the tea house and good accommodation of twin sharing beds.
You don’t get twin beds at high altitude you have to share with 3 or 5 trekkers during high seasons.
Everest Base Camp Trek – 17 days
The Everest Base Camp Trek is probably the most popular and best-known trek in Nepal. Mt. Everest, the highest mountain in the world brings thousands of trekkers to this part of Nepal each year. It lies in the Solukhumbu district in the North-East of Nepal, which is famous for being the homeland of the Sherpa, known throughout the world for their ability in climbing the world’s highest peaks. The Sherpa’s originally migrated from Tibet via the Nangpa La and the word “Sherpa” in Tibetan, meaning “people from the east”. (Incidentally Mt. Everest is known as Chomolungma to the Sherpas, and Nepalese call it Sagarmatha).
The legendary Sir Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay were the first to climb Mt. Everest in 1953 and now trekkers have the opportunity for their own epic journey to the Everest Base Camp of the world’s highest mountain, following their footsteps.
The trek starts at Kathmandu with a domestic flight to Lukla (2,800m). The flight to Lukla only takes about forty minutes but the views of the eastern Himalaya are amazing; make sure you sit on the left-hand side of the plane for the best views. Flights to Lukla will only take place in the best possible weather conditions, and flights will be canceled if weather conditions are bad.
From Lukla, we trek to the village of Phakding on the first trekking day. From Phakding we trek up the valley of the Dudh Koshi to the famous village of Namche Bazzar. Namche Bazzar is a large market town and as it sits above 3400m, it’s a good place to enjoy a rest day. To the east, the valley of the Imja Khola and Dudh Koshi lead to Everest and Cho Oyu (8,153m) massifs respectively. The sacred mountain Khumbila can be seen from Namche and a few hours from Namche are the twin villages of Khunde and Khumjung, with the beautiful Thamserku Mountain towering high above. These villages are considered by some to be the oldest Sherpa villages, blessed by Guru Rinpoche, the great Indian master who introduced Buddhism to Nepal from Tibet. The trekking route continues to ascend the Khumbu valley over suspension bridges, through beautiful rhododendron forests and small settlements. A little further ahead, a track branches off to the left, leading to Gokyo Lakes. We will continue on the Everest Base Camp track towards Tengboche, famous for its monastery and a popular overnight stop. Many mountaineering groups visit the monastery to receive a blessing from the Lama, before attempting to climb Mt. Everest. Sherpa’s celebrate Mani Rimdu festival here for three days, starting on the full moon of the ninth lunar month, which normally falls in October or November.
The trekking route leads us through several small villages with stunning scenery wherever you care to look until finally arriving at Gorak Shep. From Gorak Shep, it’s a short walk beside the Khumbu glacier and then onto the glacial moraine itself before arriving at the Everest Base Camp. Many trekkers rise early in the morning to climb Kala Patthar for outstanding sunrise views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Tabuche, and the Khumbu Glacier. Kala Patthar is at 5,500m so it’s important to take your time and be aware of any symptoms of altitude sickness. (Incidentally, in the days of Hillary and Tenzing, Gorak Shep was the Everest Base Camp).
After lots of pictures on your camera and memories, head back down Gorak Shep and on to Pheriche for the night. Descend to Lukla via Namche Bazzar the following day. We end our remarkable trek with a scintillating flight back to Kathmandu from Lukla.
The Everest Base Camp Trek is physically quite challenging but with the help of our professional and experienced guides we make sure that you achieve your dream destination to the World’s highest camp.
Throughout the trek, you will be staying at trekking tea house lodges which provide meals and basic accommodation. On a popular trek like the Everest Base Camp, accommodation is usually quite comfortable.
You can also choose our Gokyo Ri and Everest Base Camp Trek a journey to the pristine Gokyo lakes of the Himalayas.
An adventure with Popular Treks will be surely an amazing experience which is accompanied by our best adventure enthusiast team. We would be customizing your trip itinerary according to your time and budget. Please contact us for the details information regarding the suitable trip.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m)
Day 02: Trek preparation
Day 03: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2,610m)
Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m)
Day 05: Namche Bazaar to Kyangjuma (3,550m)
Day 06: Kyanjuma to Tengboche (3,860m)
Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m)
Day 08: Rest day / acclimatization day
Day 09: Dingboche to Lobuche (4,910m)
Day 10: Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,140m), visit Everest Base Camp
Day 11: Gorakshep to Kala Patthar (5,550m) to Pheriche (4,240m)
Day 12: Pheriche to Kyangjuma (3,550m)
Day 13: Kyangjuma to Monjo (2,835m)
Day 14: Monjo to Lukla (2,840m)
Day 15: Lukla to Kathmandu (1,350m)
Day 16: Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
Day 17: Final departure
It is possible to customize the itinerary to suit the client. Talk about possible changes with your guide, but remember he has the experience when it comes to the time required for the trek and he also has to think of your safety. Eg to limit the possibility of altitude sickness, trekkers shouldn’t ascend too quickly.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m)
Welcome to the Land of Mountains! Upon your arrival at Kathmandu Airport, our representative will be waiting for you holding a Popular Treks signboard with your name on it. After transporting you to the hotel, you may like to rest for the remainder of the day or you can stroll around the city if you feel energetic after your flight. We will give you a short briefing about our trip in the evening. Overnight in the hotel in Kathmandu.
Included meal: Lunch
Day 02: Trek Preparation
Today is the day you can do any last minute preparations for your Everest Base Camp trek, including shopping for any clothing or equipment, exchange extra money, and other necessary arrangements for the trek. By the end of the day, you should be ready for your Everest base camp trek with your bag packed. Overnight in hotel in Kathmandu. (Remember you need to take money with you to pay for anything not included in the trek price and this will need to be Nepalese Rupees)
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 03: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2,610m)(3 hours)
From Kathmandu to Lukla by plane, which takes 40 minutes and then walks to Phakding (3 hours). Your first footsteps start from Lukla. The trail to Phakding is undulating and not too exhausting. Take in the scenery and enjoy your first day on the trail. Overnight in the teahouse at Phakding.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m)(5/6 hours)
The trail follows the Dudh Koshi valley north. After a short distance just before Benkar, you will see the first of many waterfalls during the trek. There are many excellent views you can photograph, including glimpses of beautiful Thamserku Mountain. In the village of Monjo, you will enter Sagarmatha National Park which was established in 1976. The final 2.5 hours is a tough ascent to reach the beautiful market town of Namche Bazaar. Overnight in the tea house at Namche Bazaar.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 05: Namche Bazaar to Kyangjuma (3,550m)(5/6 hours)
Namche Bazaar is the homeland of Sherpa people. The trail ascends up a zigzag path to Everest View Hotel. Have a cup of tea and enjoy panoramic views of the mountains, including Mt. Everest. Later we will explore Khumjung Gompa, School, and Khunde Hospital. Sir Edmund Hillary did much pioneering work and development projects such as the school in the villages of Khumjung and Khunde If you like you can visit the School and KhumjungGompa, where you can see a Yeti skull! After Lunch continues walking to Kyangjuma.Overnight in the tea house at Kyangjuma.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 06: Kyanjuma to Tengboche (3,860m)(4 hours)
In the morning while you are enjoying your breakfast outside, you will have a wonderful view Mt. AmaDablam on the far side of the valley. You may also see pheasants feeding in the field. The trail now goes down to the DudhKoshiNadi through beautiful rhododendron forest along a zigzag path. After crossing the suspension bridge we have to climb up 2 hours to Tengboche. On the way, you might get a chance to spot Himalayan Tahar, Musk Deer, and Pheasant. Tengboche is famous for the Tengboche Gompa, the largest and most active monastery in the Khumbu Region. The monastery is working to develop a library and cultural center behind the Gompa. Later in the evening, you may be able to visit the gompa and watch as the monks say their prayers. Overnight in the tea house at Tengboche.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m)(7 hours)
You can enjoy amazing views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam from here in the morning. From Tengboche, it is short descent to Debuche through forests of rhododendron trees, birches, and conifers. Later on, after crossing the ImjaKhola (river), you reach Pangboche. The tree line now disappears and the vegetation changes to short juniper and rhododendron bushes. Pangboche is last permanent village before Dingboche and after a short climb to Somara where we will have lunch, we continue with a short climb to Dingboche. It is a picturesque village with an array of fields enclosed by stone walls to protect crops from winds and animals. Overnight in the tea house at Dingboche.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 08: Rest day / acclimatization day
Today is an acclimatization day and the chance of getting some rest before the final difficult trail to the base camp. We will take an acclimatization hike to Nangkartshang peak from where you see nice views of Thamserku (6608m), Kangtega (6685m), AmaDablam (6856m), Taboche Peak (6367m), Lhotse East (6119m) and Lhotse West (6145m). Then back to our tea house at Dingboche and stay overnight.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 09: Dingboche to Lobuche (4,910m)(4/5 hours)
After a good night’s rest at Dingboche, we continue with a short, steep climb for 45 minutes to a plateau where there is a stone yak herder’s hut. From here we admire the views of Mt. Pumori, but as we descend we bid goodbye to Mt. Pumori as it disappears from view. Now we can enjoy the magnificent views of peaks like Mt. Cholatse and Mt.Thamserku. After having lunch at Duglha, we climb up to the adjacent ridge, where we find prayer flags and stones dedicated to the climbers who lost their lives on Everest. We then continue on to Lobuche. Overnight in the teahouse at Lobuche.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 10: Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,140m)(2/3 hours), Hike to Everest Base Camp(2.5 hours)
Today is our special day when we reach our main destination. After breakfast, we kick off to Gorak Shep through lateral moraine of the Khumbu glacier where we can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of snow-capped peaks. We catch the first glimpse of Kala Patthar, and when we reach Gorak Shep we find ourselves surrounded by snow-capped mountains. After booking in at a teahouse, we will have lunch, leave our luggage behind and continue on a meandering rocky glacier path on rough terrain to Everest Base Camp. You are rewarded with views of incredible melt patterns and rounded ice towers on the glacier. However, from the base camp views of Mt.Everest are blocked from our view by the surrounding mountains. We return to Gorak Shep for our overnight stay.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 11: Gorakshep to Kala Patthar (5,550m) to Pheriche (4,240m) (6/7 hours)
After rising very early, we will climb Kala Patthar at 5550m which is the highlight of the trek. Sit and enjoy the sunrise over Mt. Everest and surrounding mountains like Lhotse, Changtse, Pumori, Nuptse and Ama Dablam. Take your time as we hike up Kala Patthar, we will take short breaks at viewpoints to capture beautiful photos. This is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity!! After capturing all of these mountains on your camera we head back to the teahouse for our much-appreciated breakfast, after which we continue on our descent through Lobuche to Pheriche where we stay overnight.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 12: Pheriche to Kyangjuma (3,550m)(6/7 hours)
Today is a long and easy walk losing height rapidly as we trek downhill to Pangboche and then after the bridge, a 2-hour climb to Tengboche where we will have lunch. The trail descends all the way to the Dudh Koshi River where we cross another bridge and then ascend through rhododendron forest to a small village. Finally, we reach our destination. Overnight in the tea house at Kyangjuma.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 13: Kyangjuma to Monjo (2,835m)(4 hours)
The trail is easy all the way to Namche Bazaar, where we can stop for a break if you like. From Namche, we descend downhill to the high suspension bridge. From here an undulating path takes us along the river bank, and through the village of Jorsalle. A short climb up the hill to the entrance gate of Sagarmatha National Park, and we reach the lovely village of Monjo. Overnight in the teahouse at Monjo.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 14: Monjo to Lukla (2,840m)(5 hours)
We follow the trail back to Lukla which is mostly downhill alongside the Dudh Koshi River. On the way, we pass several suspension bridges, monasteries and villages until we reach Lukla. Overnight in the teahouse at Lukla.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 15: Lukla to Kathmandu (1,350m)by Air and transfer to hotel.
Early in the morning, we take a flight back to Kathmandu. A short forty minute flight and we are back in bustling Kathmandu, a slightly surreal experience after spending the last 14 days in the highest mountains in the world. You deserve a good rest or you may spend your time shopping around for Himalayan souvenirs for your friends and family. Overnight in hotel at Kathmandu.
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 16: Free day with a sightseeing tour.
A reserve or spare day in Kathmandu is well worth it as there are lots to do and see here. Of course, there may be a flight delay or cancellation due to bad weather in Lukla which occurs sometimes, so it is important to have a spare day or two in case this happens. Himalayan weather can be very unpredictable! So if you have the time visit the Durbar Square, the Bodhnath, Swayambhunath or Pashupatinath. An eye-opening experience!!
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 17: Final departure
Our Everest Base Camp trek ends today with your departure. Approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight, our representative will pick you up from the hotel to drop you to the international airport for your flight to onward destination. We hope you enjoyed your time with us and please come back soon.
Included meal: Breakfast
- Included in the cost
- Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle.
- 4 Night’s twin standard bedroom in 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- Nepali welcome dinner as the first day.
- Half day guided city tour with World Heritage entrance fees as listed in the itinerary.
- Domestic flights (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu).
- All ground transportation in a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary.
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek with twin sharing bed.
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek.
- English speaking trained and experienced trekking guide.
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
- Insurance of all staff including porter, guide and assistant guide.
- We provide an assistant guide if there are more than 6 clients.
- Warm clothing and trekking gear for staff including porters and guide.
- Food and salary for all of the staff including porter and guide.
- Duffel bag and map of Everest Base Camp Trek
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permit.
- Medical Kit (carried by your guide).
- Excluded in the cost
- Nepal entry visa fees.
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg luggage, cargo charge is around $2 per kg)
- Items of personal expenses like hot shower, battery charge, telephone, beverage drinks and bar items like chocolate etc.
- Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (in case of early return from mountain than the scheduled itinerary.
- Cold and Hard Drinks
- Tips for staff
