Himalayan Terrain - Everest Base Camp Trek

Everest Base Camp Trek

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Everest Base Camp

14 Days Trek

Private Booking

USD 1400 /Person

Duration

15 days

Difficulty

High

Max Altitude

3,860 m /12,664 ft

Meals

Best Season

Jan- Jun & Sep-Dec

Region

Everest

Accommodation

Tea House/ Tents

Start/End

Kathmandu - EBC-Kath

Trek Highlights

Let the adrenaline rush pump through your veins as you stand on the base of mighty MT. EVEREST.

Behold the views of enchanting Mt Everest, Chotse, Chooyu, Nuptse, Ama Dablam and more!

Soak in the spiritual and relaxing vibes at Tengboche Monastery, a revered spiritual hotspot in mesmerizing Khumbu Valley.

Glee in a spectacular full-fledged Himalaya trek admiring the dramatic settings of Khumbu Glacier and Khumbu Icefall.

Relish the lively culture and traditions of SHERPAS.

Get goosebumps as you stand tall on one of the world’s definitive mountain views from the summit of KALAPATTHAR and capture the magical moment when sun’s rosy hue makes its way inch by inch over the mountains.

Visit a Sherpa Village with their Tibetan like peoples and yak herders.

Stay in one of the most attractive settlements of Namche and take back local souvenirs.

Trek Overview

Everest Base Camp trek is a life time adventure and every mountain lover’s fantasy is to be in the mystical realm surrounding the foothills of world's highest mountain (8848.86m). When it comes to spectacular mountain panoramas, the Everest Base Camp is without equal. The trek to Mount Everest is possibly the most popular high-altitude treks in the world for those with less experience with high altitude mountaineering as it is a well-maintained trail with plentiful lodges and colorful and hospitable Sherpa People.

We fly to Lukla, trek through the Himalayan terrain of Khumbu to a height of 5545 meters. We strive everyday on our trek to push our limits, elevate to our highest points. The sense of achievement at the end of the trek is quite profound.

The mesmerizing view from Kala Pattar will surely make your day and fill the heart with a bountiful adventure. The highest mountains of the world such as Makalu, Lhotse, Nuptse, Lobuche as well as the all-mighty Everest will be at our behest.

This 14-day trek offers you the most spectacular views of gushing river, streams, gigantic glaciers, snow-clad mountain peaks that rise above the clouds.

We climb through whimsical villages, monasteries, suspension bridges and ancient rivers. As we trek through the hills, mixed deciduous forests and scattered rice terraces give way to pine forest, then rhododendrons, then scrub junipers, before finally the only vegetation is low alpine shrubs and grasses. Finally, we reach the feet of majestic Everest, where else can you expect such dramatic diversity?

The Everest trek is a non-technical trek. However, it is still a difficult trek with long hours of walking, with some tough stretches and dizzying altitudes. Our experienced and knowledgeavle guides will assist on your journey to make it safe. Your safety and well-being is our primary focus

Get ready to make new friends, learn new culture, support the local economy, and elevate your hidden strength and create a memory of a lifetime.

NOTE:

Our standard itinerary might differ slightly due to unfavorable conditions and uncontrollable events. Numerous factors like unfavorable weather, natural calamities, flight delays/ cancellations, client’s health condition, newly implemented rules, and the like may affect to our plans. We hope for your understanding and cooperation in this matter. We assure you that by analyzing the best solution, we will resume our plan to make your trekking experience safe and memorable.

Keeping some buffer days before and after the trek is highly advisable. This will help during flight delay/cancellation so that boarding on your pre-planned international flight will be assured.

Group Departure: Book a spot on one of our groups of 14 people, which are scheduled from January 25 to June 15 and from September 15 to December. Group discounts are available for four or more people. Choose a date from the available dates on the calendar to reserve your spot. NOTE: We only operate a few trekking adventures during monsoon season depending on weather forecasts and current conditions. Contact us for more information.

Private Trip:

If you are looking for a personalized experience, we tailor privately guided journeys which can be customized to fit your taste and interest. Please contact us for more information and pricing.

Trekking Map

Trek Itinerary

Day 1 / Kathmandu Accommodation: Vastu Boutique Hotel

Our adventure begins in Kathmandu with your arrival at Vastu Boutique Hotel. (Check in: 2 pm). Your first night will include meeting with your fellow adventures and enjoying the hospitality of our staff. Situated in the lovely area of Thamel community in Kathmandu it is known by its narrow alleys crowded with various shops and vendors. Popular points of interest near Vastu Boutique Hotel include Hanuman Dhoka, Kathmandu Durbar Square and Garden of Dreams. The nearest airport is Tribhuvan International, 3.1 miles from the accommodation, and airport shuttle service is provided.

Day 2 / Kathmandu (1400m) or Ramechap to Lukla (2840m) flight* and trek to Phakding. Drive time: 4-5 hours.

We fly to Lukla’s Tenzing Hillary Airport from Kathmandu (35 min flight). *Note: During the peak trekking seasons (March, April, May, October, November) a high volume of flights to and from Lukla has led to congestion and delays at the Kathmandu airport. To tackle this issue the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal operates flights to Lukla from Manthali Airport (132km from Kathmandu). As a result of this change, we need to drive 4 to 5 hours to Ramechap and fly to Lukla (20 min). Our company will make the necessary arrangement for transport during the night to catch the early flight from Manthali.

Lukla to Phakding: It is a gentle first day trek from Phakding. Leaving the north end of Lukla, the trail drops steeply at first. You will pass Cheplung Village and continue north and will catch your first view of the roaring Dudh Koshi River. The trail descends further through a forest and then a short climb around the ridge comes to the small village of Ghat. We continue on to reach Phakding.

Note: We can arrange helicopter flight to Lukla which will cost $400 USD per

person for 5 pax. Pre-information is required to book the helicopter in order to

fulfill the total pax and ensure the flight. It is difficult to find seats for the

Helicopter flights during peak season.

Day 3 / Phakding (2,651 m) to Namche (3,440 m) Trek time: 6-7 hours Max Altitude:Phakding(2,651 m/ 8,697

The trail takes us first over Dudh Koshi River via a long suspension bridge. Continuing up through the forest of pines, rhododendron, magnolia, and fir, our first glimpse of Thamserku (6608m) above Toktok village is our reward before we reach Monjo. Just above Monjo is the entrance checkpoint for the Sagarmatha National Park where we pause for a brief permit check. We descend to Dudh Koshi River to Jorsale and from here, we follow the long zigzagging ascent to Namche, most attractive settlement in the Khumbu, offering the first glimpse of Everest and its grandeur.

Day 4 / Namche Bazar: (Acclimatization Day in Namche) Trek time: 4-5 hours Max Altitude:Namche Baza

The steep climb from Phakding can lead to altitude sickness and other severe illness, so it is essential to stay at least one extra night to adjust to the altitude. We utilize our day by hiking to Hotel Everest View (3880m), an excellent acclimatization choice as the hotel is situated on highest altitude of any on our planet. We can visit the Sherpa Cultural Museum and set our hike to Syanboche Airport which holds the dignity of the airport located on highest altitude on earth. We can see a lot of travelers coming from a Helicopter ride savoring the stunning view of Everest, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Thamseuku, and others from here.

We also you use your spare time to explore Namche Bazar. It is a proper mountain village with beautiful cobbled streets and is the main trading center in the Everest region run by Sherpa people. It is jampacked with trekkers like you who are aiming for basecamp and other trekkers returning from basecamp or expedition with their exciting stories. It is the best option to buy trekking equipment, books, and choco-bars if needed on your trek. There are numerous cafes and comfortable lodges here.

Day 5 / Namche Bazar (3440m) to Tengboche (3,956m) Trek time: 4-5 hours Max Altitude:Tengboche(3,956

The rocky trail descends at first and ascends to Tengboche via Phungi Thanga. You can savor the picturesque view of Tham Serku, Ama Dablam, Lhotse ad Everest. The stunning view of lush rhododendron forest, glacier, river, and monasteries along the trek is rewarding. After reaching Tengboche, we visit the focal point-Tengboche monastery, either in the evening or morning to witness Lamas performing prayer ceremony.

Day 6 / Tengboche to Dingboche (4,380 m) Trek time: 5-6 hours Max Altitude:Dingboche (4,380 m/14,370 f

Our trail follows through forests of dwarf conifers and rhododendron trees, keeping an eye out for Monal pheasants and musk deer. We walk downhill to Debuche and cross the Imja River to reach Pangboche. We can admire good view of Everest, Lhotse an Ama Dablam on the way. We take the upper Pangboche trail towards the oldest monastery in the Khumbu - Pangboche Ghompa. We take the lower trail from Orsho along the west bank of Imja river before ascending to Dingboche later of which forms part of the approach route for the ascent of Island Peak. Dingboche is a beautiful village with beautiful barley, potato, and buckwheat fields.

Day 7 / Acclimatization Day with a Hike to Nangkartsang Peak Trek time: 5-6 hours Max Altitude:Dingboc

It is mandatory to take another additional night in Dingboche to aid our acclimatization due to rapid altitude gain. Instead of staying idle, we will boost our acclimatization process by visiting the base of Nangkar Tshang Park. The view of Makalu is awe-inspiring. After the acclimatization hike you can explore the village or relax in the teahouse.

Day 8 / Dingboche to Lobuche (4,938 m) Trek time: 5-6 hours Max Altitude:Lobuche (4,938 m/ 16,200 ft) Acco

Today, we climb gently to Dughla via Dusa. The surrounding terrain is dry and desolate after Dughla. We savor the splendid sight of Taboche and Cholatse, the twin peaks, with Ama Dablam which appears as a perfect pyramid behind us. We pass the stone memorials constructed in the memory of the departed souls of climbers and Sherpas. After a brisk hike up the gravelly terminal moraine of Khumbu glacier, we reach our destination. Lobuche is not the most appealing rest stop but we admire the beautiful view of Nuptse, Lobuche and Pumori.

Day 9 / Lobuche to EBC (5,364m) via Gorak Shep (5,160m) Trek time: 8-9 hours Max Altitude:Gorak Shep(

Our big day starts with our pure motive to reach our destination. We set off on a easier trek to Gorak Shep, our rest point for today. Then we hike through rugged retrain involving rocky dune and moraine all the way to Everest Base Camp (EBC). The view of Khumbu Glacier and Khumbu icefall on the slopes of Everest invigorates our journey. As we reach EBC (5,364m), we enjoy the picturesque views of Nuptse, Khumbuste, and Pumori. As the sunlight starts to wane, we will head back to Gorak Shep for our much-needed rest.

Day 10 / Morning hike to Kalapatthar (5,545 m) and descend to Pheriche (4,371m) Trek time: 7-8 hours M

We kick off on our hike early in the morning climbing up the grassy ridge over Gorak Shep towards the highest point of our journey – Kalapatthar, undoubtedly the world’s most definitive mountain viewpoint. As we climb, the peak of Pumori looms dramatically ahead. The 360-degree panorama of Himalayan giants - Pumori and Lobuche west (6145m) to Nuptse, Lhotse and Everest dominate the sky. Enjoy the feeling of being around proximity of the roof of the planet. After returning to Gorak Shep for breakfast, we retrace our steps along the moraine of Khumbu Glacier towards Pheriche which will take us approximately 4 hours.

Day 11 / Pheriche to Namche Trek time: 7-8 hours Max Altitude:Namche(3,440 m/ 11,286 ft) Accommodation: Tea

We will continue our descents along Imja valley leaving the mountains behind. We also need to tackle some ascents as we approach Namche. Today is the day to reward yourself with some celebration and to upload pictures of your successful trek.

Day 12 / Namche to Lukla Trek time: 6-7 hours Max Altitude:Lukla(2,860 m/ 9,383 ft) Accommodation: Tea House

We begin our trek back to the initial spot of our walk. It is mostly a downhill trek alongside the Dudh Koshi River. We make our last long looks at the majestic mountains that we have experienced. Right when you leave Namche Bazaar, you will begin to lose elevation relatively quickly. After that initial rapid descent, the path down becomes more gradual. But the last portion of trail will be an uphill climb as you make your way back to Lukla to finish the Everest Base Camp route. This is our last day on the Everest region so enjoy and celebrate the remarkable moments made along the journey.

Day 13 / Lukla to Manthali and drive back to Kathmandu or fly back to Kathmandu. Travel time: 5-6 hours Max

We bid our final goodbye to the Everest and Khumbu region as we board our flight to Kathmandu or Manthali Airport. We will reach Kathmandu for brunch if we can fly to Kathmandu. Otherwise, we retrace the way back to Kathmandu on a drive from Manthali airport. There will be plenty of time to do some shopping before our farewell dinner in the evening.

Note: A Helicopter flight can be arranged from Lukla to Kathmandu at $400 USD

per person on 5 pax basis.

Day 14 / Departure

Our representative will accompany you to Tribhuwan International Airport for your onward flight. If you are able to stay longer in Nepal or your international flight departs the following day, we will be happy to help you make those additional arrangements.

What’s Included ?

All necessary permits for the trek, including the Sagarmatha National Park Permit and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit

Airport pickup and drop-off

Accommodation during the trek

Experienced guide for 12 days and porter for 11 days

Flights to and from Lukla

Local transfers for the domestic flights

2 nights accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast included. (Vastu Boutique Hotel or similar)

11 night’s accommodations in teahouses, 12 breakfasts, 11 set lunch and 11 set dinner while on trek

Insurance and necessary ground transport for our staff

What’s Not Included ?

Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu

International Flight fare and airport departure tax

Beverages and drinking water

Travel Insurance and high-altitude emergency evacuation coverage

Tips for trekking staff

Nepal Entry Visa

Personal Trekking Gear

Tips for trekking staff

Any expenses not explicitly mentioned in the " Included" section

Faq

When Is The Best Time To Trek To Everest Base Camp

The best times of year for an Everest Base Camp trek are March to May, or mid September to November. These seasons don't have the massive snow dumps of winter, nor do they have monsoonal rains of summer.

How Difficult Is Everest Base Camp Trek?

The Everest Base Camp Trek is considered a moderate trek, but it is also one of the most rewarding treks in the world. The trek takes you through the beautiful Himalayan landscape of Nepal, passing through remote villages, crossing high mountain passes, and offering breathtaking views of the world's highest peaks, including Mount Everest.

What is the elevation of the Everest base camp?

Everest base camp is 5,364m above sea level. You will trek gradually to this place from Lukla so check the detailed information about altitude gain during the trek.

How many hours do I need to walk each day?

Normally, you walk 5 – 6 hrs each day. The second day to Namche is a long day on the way up which may take around 7 hrs. The longest day in this trek is the day when you hike to base camp and all the days descending until Lukla are long days with 6-7 hrs walk.

When is the best time for the Everest base camp tr

Autumn (September to November) and spring (March to May) are the best time for the Everest base camp trek. Although, until mid-September and late May will be possibilities of some raindrops. Winter is not bad for this trek but it will be freezing cold.

Can the Elderly and Children do the Everest base c

Yes, the elderly and children also may do this trek. The elderly need some extra days for well acclimatization and rest. The children are better at a high altitude so they might have less chance of altitude problems than the adults.

Do I need to bring my own tent for the Everest bas

No, you don’t need to bring a tent with you because you can get places to sleep in every place in the lodge.

Can I use normal drinking water for the trek or ne

Yes, you can drink normal water using water purification method before drinking. You also may buy bottled water everywhere which may cost you USD 2 and above.

Is it possible to store my extra things in Kathman

Yes, you can store your things in your hotel that you don’t use in your trek. It is safe to leave them in the hotel. You will get a baggage tag which you need to keep safe with you until you take back your stuff.

Can I do a private trek or do I need to join someo

Yes, you may do a private trip and we do offer group tours according to our departure dates. In case there are no other people on departure dates, we may be able to run your trip only for you without any extra cost added. We offer this trip on any dates that you offer.

Can I charge my camera batteries and cell phone on

Yes, you can charge your camera batteries and cell phone in each place. You better take the power bank which you charge in Kathmandu and use them in the higher area.

Will I get an experienced guide?

Yes, we provide an experienced government license holder English speaking guide. Our guide is friendly, helpful and informative.

Are the guide and Porter well equipped?

Yes, our guide and porters are well equipped and we provide them with work insurance for any accidental cases.

What happens if Lukla's flight has been delayed or

Delaying or cancelling the flight to and from Lukla is normal all over the year. You may take any additional treks that fit your time limit. If you have some extra days, you may try the following day. There is another option taking a helicopter flight and paying the additional cost.

Does the trek require any kind of training?

Whether or not you need to train for Everest Base Camp depends on your current physical condition. Most people will benefit from aerobic conditioning and strength endurance for Everest Base Camp. Although the trek is typically slow and steady, you will be trekking 5-8 hours per day and gaining on average 300m (1000 ft) in elevation each day. Taking a few long day hikes on hilly terrain can give you a good feel for whether or not you need to train for Everest Base Camp.

What is a tea house trek means?

Tea House trek means you are staying in the Guest or Lodges while trekking in Mountain. Tea Houses provides food, a hot shower, internet, and a safe private room to sleep. In Nepal, every trekking region, they have Tea House trek facilities.

What is Namche Bazar famous for?

Namche Bazaar is a small town located in the Solu-Khumbu region of Nepal, and it is a popular stop on the Everest Base Camp trek. Namche Bazaar is located at an altitude of 3,440 meters (11,286 feet) and is known for its beautiful location in a bowl-shaped valley surrounded by mountains.
Namche Bazaar is known for its vibrant and bustling atmosphere, and it is a popular place to rest and acclimatize during the trek. The town is filled with a mix of traditional and modern influences, and it is a good place to explore the local culture and shop for souvenirs.

What gear do I need to hike to EBC?

There is a wide range of gear that you may need for the Everest Base Camp trek, depending on the time of year and the length of your trip. Some essential items that you should consider bringing include are Hiking boots,Sleeping bag,Backpack,Water bottle,Sun protection etc

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