Everest Base Camp Trek

Highlights of Everest Base Camp Trek

• Trekking

  90 km

• Stay

  12 nights in tea houses and lodges

• Mountains visible

  Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Nuptse

• Altitude gain

  1,350–5,364 m (4,429–17,598 ft)

• Destinations

  Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche

• Activities

  Tea house stays, Sherpa and Himalayan village visits, Sunrise viewpoints, Prayer flags, stupas and monasteries

Seasonality for Everest Base Camp Trek

The best months to go are shown in green and the months to avoid in red. Weather in the mountains can change at any time of year, so ask us about your dates.

Altitude Profile of Everest Base Camp Trek

1. Day1 Flights & TransfersArrival in Kathmandu1,350 m

   When you arrive at the Tribhuvan International Airport, our airport representatives will greet you with a warm welcome and take you to your hotel. Checking in is as smooth as butter, so you don't have to wait for a long time to get checked in. Our representatives will help you throughout the process. After checking in, you can enjoy your day in Kathmandu, maybe stroll around the city for some cultural excursions or relax in peace.

2. Day2 TrekkingFlight to Lukla Airport, Trek to Phakding2,651 m1,301 m

   An early morning forty-minute flight to Lukla is the beginning of this exciting journey. After you land at the Lukla airport, our team welcomes you to the majestic land. Your trip to EBC starts from Lukla to a beautiful village called Phakding. Phakding is situated on the edge of Khumbu's Dudh Koshi River Valley. On your journey, you can stop along the way to catch a fantastic glimpse of the Kusum Kanguru Peak. Later on, you can rest your eyes at one of the guesthouses to prepare for the next day.

   • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
   • 40 minutes flight; 8km, 3 - 4 hours Trek

3. Day3 TrekkingTrek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar3,438 m787 m

   Before gearing up for the Trek to Namche Bazaar, you will be nourished with some healthy and filling breakfast. At first, the trail takes you to Dudhkoshi River via a long suspension bridge. Then, you walk through the luscious pine forest to Monjo, about two hours away. Furthermore, you approach the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park for a brief permit check. You then descend towards Dudh Koshi River en route to Jorsale. You can even spot some Mani stones along the way. You stop for some lunch with the team to nourish yourself for another uphill trek towards Namche. The Hillary Suspension Bridge is one of two crossings that encircle the path across the stream. It will be a long climb up the hill to the resting location, but you will be rewarded with your first look at Everest in all its grandeur in Namche Bazaar.

   • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
   • 11km Trek, 5 - 6 hours

4. Day4 Rest & AcclimatisationAcclimatization Day - Namche Bazaar:3,440 m2 m

   We've arranged an acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar to help your body adjust to being at such a high altitude. Namche Bazaar is known as the Everest point of entry. Various cafes, restaurants, German bakeries, and an Irish pub make it one of the most popular tourist destinations. It is also the capital of the Everest or Khumbu region, with government offices, ATMs, shops, and a vibrant market. Hike up to Sagarmatha National Park to see the dawn over the Himalayan peaks such as Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Kongde, among others. We can plan a day hike to Khumjung village if you are interested. Furthermore, you can visit the Hillary School and a monastery that houses a yeti scalp!

   • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5. Day5 TrekkingNamche Bazaar to Tengboche3,870 m430 m

   

   After a pleasant stroll up through the woods from Namche Bazaar, you will arrive in Tengboche village, your destination for the day. You'll be trekking through rhododendron-laden hamlets and green pastures towards Tengboche, the region's spiritual hub, after passing by the ImjaKhola. The views of peaks such as the Ama Dablam and the Everest Himal will keep you company on your journey. The well-known Tengboche Monastery is also located in the region.

   • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
   • 10km Trek, 5-6 hours

6. Day6 TrekkingTengboche to Dingboche4,360 m490 m

   The trail descends and passes through birch, conifer, and rhododendron forests. Trekking lets you get magnificent views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. To get to Pangboche, you trek downhill to Debuche and cross the Imja River. You take the higher Pangboche trail, which offers spectacular views of the Himalayas and the Pangboche Monastery. Before ascending to Dingboche, you continue the Imja Valley and the Lobuche River hike. It's a lovely community with gorgeous barley, potato, buckwheat fields, and grazing animals.

   • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
   • 9km Trek, 5 - 6 hours

7. Day7 TrekkingDingboche to Lobuche4,910 m550 m

   Today's hike will take you from Dingboche to Lobuche, a tiny village. The journey passes through meadows, and you'll observe that the scenery shifts from thick woodlands to sparsely populated shrubs with snowy stretches of land along the way. The Lobuche peaks soar over Lobuche, a small town. Along the way, you'll see peaks like the Lingtern, Pumori, and the Khumbutse Himalayan peak.

   • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
   • 12 km Trek, 5-6 hours

8. Day8 Rest & AcclimatisationLobuche to Gorakshep , visit Everest Base Camp5,364 m454 m

   The Trek to Everest Base Camp isn't really challenging. However, you primarily ascend and descend on a glacier trail. On uneven terrains, there is a great deal of meandering. Then, you view the beautifully rounded ice towers on the upper half of the Khumbu glacier as we approach the base camp, admiring the spectacular melt patterns. The Everest Base Camp is a sight to behold. You see stunning views of the Nuptse, Khumbuste, and Pumori mountains from the base camp. You return to Gorakshep and spend the night taking in the scenery.

   • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
   • 13km trek, 6-7 hours

9. Day9 TrekkingGorakShep to Kala Patthar to Pherice4,288 m1,076 m

   

   The journey from Gorekshep to Kalapatthar begins around dawn. Kalapatthar has one of the excellent vantage spots in the area. It offers 360-degree views of Mount Everest's complete range. The sunrise over the Everest peaks can be seen from such a location. The phenomenon has an ethereal beauty about it. After taking in the breathtaking views of the Everest peaks, you'll return to Pheriche village by hiking down the same trail you used to ascend. At night, you stay at the guesthouse.

   • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
   • 16km Trek, 7-8 hours

10. Day10 TrekkingPheriche to Namche Bazaar3,440 m848 m

    Today, you walk on a trail with many changes and lose around 2,000 feet in elevation. You descend down a hillside of rhododendron and juniper trees before crossing the Dudh Koshi River on a bridge. Furthermore, you quickly descend through the pine forest, where you can observe mountain goats, pheasants, and other wild creatures and birds prevalent in the area. The path eventually leads to Sansa, where you can see the mountains of Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Nuptse. Before arriving at Namche Bazaar, you walk through winding trails and then through a forest. End your day and spend the night in Namche Bazaar.

    • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • 20km, 6 - 7 hours

11. Day11 TrekkingNamche Bazaar to Lukla2,860 m580 m

    Now, you set off on a rocky path to Namche Bazaar. It's primarily a downhill trip along the Dudh Koshi River's route. Before arriving in Lukla, you cross a few suspension bridges and traverse through monasteries and villages. This is the final day in the Himalayas; you spend the rest of the day in Lukla after arrival. Lukla will be your home for the night.

    • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • 19km Trek, 6 - 7 hours

12. Day12 Flights & TransfersFly to Kathmandu

    

    After a challenging mountain journey, you board an early morning flight to Kathmandu. You can rest or go souvenir shopping after arriving in Kathmandu. You can go explore those other parts of Kathmandu if you wish to. Our tour guides can assist you with souvenir purchasing as well as sightseeing. In the evening, you will have a farewell meal to acknowledge the successful conclusion of your voyage. Ending your trip, you spend the night in Kathmandu.

    • Breakfast, Dinner

13. Day13 Flights & TransfersFinal departure

    Today is the last day of your trip to Nepal. Our agent will drop you off at the Tribhuwan International Airport a few hours before departure time.

    • Breakfast

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