| Group size: | Minimum 2 pax | Max-Altitude: | 3,860 m/12664 ft |
| Destination: | Nepal | ||
| Arrival on: | Kathmandu | Departure from: | Kathmandu |
| Meals: | All meals during trek | ||
| Accommodation: | Hotel/Mountain lodge | ||
| Fitness level: | Moderate | ||
Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most challenging and adventurous treks that we offer. Lying at the base of the world’s tallest mountain Mt Everest and surrounded by beautiful breathtaking glaciers is a lifetime experience. As it is also enlisted as one of the beautiful places around the world to visit before you die by BBC. Everest Base Camp Trek – 13 Days starts from Lukla which is delightful and is full of unexpected thrills. The trek is set off by walking from the side of the Dudh Koshi River, which is terrifyingly beautiful and which links to the base camp and then walk up the hill to reach Namche Bazaar, the biggest of all Sherpa settlements. The trail is filled with a number of beautiful nature’s creations that you have never seen. As you head towards the base camp, you constantly come across monasteries, pleasant Sherpa villages, colorful religious flags, and verdant forests. Alongside the trail, there are flowering plants, mani walls with Buddhist mantras written on them for good luck and snow covered mountains. Other points of attraction are the Khumbu Glacier, which has interesting features to catch your eyes; Sagarmatha National Park, a world heritage site, and Ama Dablam, the world’s most beautiful mountain.
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu
Altitude: 1,400 m
Day 02: Fly to Lukla
Altitude: 2840/ 9372 ft.and Trek to Phakding - Altitude: 2610 m/8613 ft. | Flight: 30 minutes | Trek: 3/4 hrs. | Meal: BLD
Day 03: Trek to Namche
Altitude; 3440 m/11352 ft. | Trek: 5/6 hrs. | Meal: BLD
Day 04: Acclimatization Day at Namche Bazaar
Meal: BLD
Day 05: Trek to Tengboche
Altitude: 3860 m/ 12738 ft. | Trek: 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD
Day 06: Trek to Dingboche
Altitude: 4,358 m | Trek: 5 hours | Meal: BLD
Day 07: Trek to Lobuche
Altitude: 4,910 m | Trek: 5 hours | Meal: BLD
Day 08: Trek to Everest Base Camp
Altitude: 5,365 m & descend to Gorak Shep - Altitude: 5,180 m | Trek: 8 hours | Meal: BLD
Day 09: Morning hike to Kala Patthar
Altitude: 5,555 m & descend to Pheriche - Altitude: 4,200 m | Trek: 7 hours | Meal: BLD
Day 10: Trek to Namche Bazaar
Altitude: 3,441 m | Trek: 7 hours | Meal: BLD
Day 11: Trek to Lukla
Altitude: 2,804 m | Trek:6 hours | Meal: BLD
Day 12: Fly back to Kathmandu
Meal: BLD
Day 13: Transfer to the International Airport for your final departure
Meal: B
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu - Altitude: 1,400 m
Our airport representative will welcome you at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu upon your arrival. He/she will escort you to the respective hotel in a private vehicle. Your prior trip meeting will be scheduled on the very day at the hotel before dinner. However, our airport representative will give you a brief idea about the second day’s schedule on your way to the hotel. During this meeting, we will introduce you to your leader/guide. Please do not hesitate to ask questions about your trek or anything that is related to your trip. To make you feel comfortable, we host a welcome dinner for you in a popular restaurant in the city where you can enjoy authentic Nepali meal along with cultural programs including ethnic dance and songs. And the night you will be spending at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Fly to Lukla - Altitude: 2840/ 9372 ft.and Trek to Phakding - Altitude: 2610 m/8613 ft. | Flight: 30 minutes | Trek: 3/4 hrs. | Meal: BLD
An early morning start takes us to the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu for the 35-minute scenic flight to Tenzing and Hillary Airport at Lukla (2,804 m). On arrival at the airport, the guide will brief you and introduce your porters before we begin our trek towards Phakding (2,610 m). After landing you’ll have time to explore the village while our Sherpa crew sort and load our trekking equipment. Then the trek begins by descending towards the Dudh Kosi River where you’ll join the main trail to Namche Bazaar, located just above Chaunrikharka (2,713 m). This walk is considered to be a short hike that will help you to acclimatize. After almost three to four hours of walk, you will reach Phakding. There are many beautiful monasteries to visit, a beautiful Lukla village and a breathtaking terrain to view. There are many resting places and lodges in Phakding and you will be staying in one of these lodges tonight.
Day 03: Trek to Namche - Altitude; 3440 m/11352 ft. | Trek: 5/6 hrs. | Meal: BLD
You’ll continue trekking along the banks of the Dudh Kosi, crossing the majestic river many times on exciting suspension bridges laden with prayer flags. After entering the Sagarmatha National Park, the trail climbs steeply with breathtaking views. You can find many good restaurants, hotels, lodges shops, money exchange, bakeries and teahouses as Namche is the biggest village along the whole Everest trail. Major attractions of this day are an amazing view of Mt. Kusum, Lhotse, Nuptse and the first Glimpse of Mt. Everest. You will stay in a guesthouse tonight.
Day 04: Acclimatization Day at Namche Bazaar | Meal: BLD
The entire day will be spent in Namche so as to adjust with the thin air and the environment. Namche is an important acclimatizing spot. It is always advisable to remain active instead of sitting ideal during the day. Today, you will go for a short trek to Thame, an old Sherpa village, to celebrate and watch the Sherpa Tradition or you can visit the peripheral villages offering you a lot more to see and cherish. You can also visit the National Parks headquarter, monasteries or the museum. Evening time can be spent by roaming around the market areas. This night will also be spent in a lodge in Namche Bazaar.
Day 05: Trek to Tengboche - Altitude: 3860 m/ 12738 ft. | Trek: 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD
The trek for today will start shortly after breakfast. Today you will follow the trails along the glacial water of Dudhkoshi up till the altitude of 3867m. On your way, you can enjoy the phenomenal view of the Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. Enthralling Thamserku exists in the close vicinity of the trail along with the lush of the temperate vegetation including Rhododendron, Oak, Juniper etc. You might also get a glance of wild fauna like Himalayan Thar, Musk deer, Snow Leopard and different varieties of birds prevailing in that region.U pon reaching Tengboche; you can visit the famous Tengboche Monastery decorated with beautiful Sherpa art and beautiful wall hangings. You will stay overnight at a lodge in Tengboche.
Day 06: Trek to Dingboche - Altitude: 4,358 m | Trek: 5 hours | Meal: BLD
From Tengboche, the trail drops to Dingboche crosses another exciting suspension bridge on the Imja Khola and climbs to Pangboche amongst thousands of mani stones. Your uphill trek continues, taking you to the quaint traditional Sherpa village of Dingboche with its exquisite views of Lhotse, Island Peak, and Ama Dablam. You will spend the night in the lounge tonight to avoid being affected by the altitude.
Day 07: Trek to Lobuche - Altitude: 4,910 m | Trek: 5 hours | Meal: BLD
Today, the trail continues along the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier and passes by stone memorials for climbers who have perished on nearby summits. You will continue as heading to the village of Lobuche which is located at the foot of the giant Lobuche peak. Due to change in air density as the air density gets lower n lower and some of you may be facing breathing problem starting from this point. You will stay in a guesthouse tonight.
Day 08: Trek to Everest Base Camp- Altitude: 5,365 m & descend to Gorak Shep - Altitude: 5,180 m | Trek: 8 hours | Meal: BLD
This is a big and difficult day walk along the Khumbu Glacier and up to Everest Base Camp at 5,365 m, the closest you can get to Mt. Everest without mountaineering equipment. During spring, there will likely be expedition teams about to attempt the summit. The view of the Khumbu Icefall from Base Camp is spectacular. Soon after which you will return back to Gorak Shep for the night.
Day 09: Morning hike to Kala Patthar - Altitude: 5,555 m & descend to Pheriche - Altitude: 4,200 m | Trek: 7 hours | Meal: BLD
This will be one of the most difficult yet rewarding days of this whole trek. Most of the morning is spent climbing Kala Patthar, a small peak at 5,555 m. The ascent is demanding but the climber gets the most magnificent mountain panorama – Everest, the highest point on the planet at 8,848 m, towers directly ahead and on all sides loom the giants such as Nuptse, Pumori, Chagatse, Lhotse and countless others. After you make a quick descent to Gorak Shep and have hot breakfast, and then trek down to Pheriche for the night.
Day 10: Trek to Namche Bazaar - Altitude: 3,441 m | Trek: 7 hours | Meal: BLD
Following the same trail, leaving the mountains behind you, your descent takes you from Pheriche (4,200 m) to the town of Namche Bazaar (3,441 m) for the night.
Day 11: Trek to Lukla - Altitude: 2,804 m | Trek:6 hours | Meal: BLD
This is your last day of trekking as you return to Lukla where the trek began. You’ll enjoy this time to reflect on the trek as a group and the personal achievement of all those who took part. The afternoon is free, so you can wander about, relax and enjoy a hot shower! In the evening, have a few celebratory drinks and dance with your trek mates. Today is the final day of this trek, so shortly after the breakfast we will head towards Lukla from where your trek began. The trail drops down to Dudhkoshi and then to Monjo. You will have our lunch at Phakding and then continue to walk till we reach Lukla. This evening can be spent with the team members roaming around the market or can have some quality time with ourselves enjoying achievement that you made during past few days. You will spend this night at Lukla.
Day 12: Fly back to Kathmandu | Meal: B
On your flight back to Kathmandu as you leave Lukla, you can enjoy some last-minute glimpses of the mountains. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, our airport representative will transfer you to your hotel from the airport. Since today is your last day in Kathmandu, we host a farewell dinner where you can give your feedback regarding the services that we provided during the entire trip.You will stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 13: Transfer to the International Airport for your final departure | Meal: B
The trip concludes – our airport representative will drop you to Kathmandu’s Tribhuwan International Airport for your flight departure from Nepal.
During the trip weather, local politics, transport or a multitude of other factors that are beyond our control can result in a change of itinerary. It is, however, very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered, if alterations are necessary the leader will decide what is the best alternative, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. Where a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the results of changes or delays.
Cost Include
Airport Pick-up and Drop-off service in a private tourist vehicle
A day of guided city tour in Kathmandu in private vehicle
Twin-sharing accommodation in Kathmandu at a tourist standard hotel along with breakfast
Accommodation during the trek in Teahouse/Lodges
All standard meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner), safe drinking water (use of water purifying tablets), seasonal fruits after dinner, tea/coffee(3 times a day)
Airport transfer from and to Kathmandu
Kathmandu –Lukla –Kathmandu flight tickets, domestic departure transfer, and airport tax
Well experienced English speaking trekking guides holding guide’s license (their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food, and accommodation)
Porters (One porter for every 2 members) and his entire expenses(salary, food, accommodation equipment and insurance)
All the necessary permits i.e.,(Sagarmatha National Park entrance permit) and Khumbu permit and all the paper works
Down jackets and sleeping bags (upon request).Needs to be returned after trip completion.
Company’s duffel bag(Upon request) and T-shirt(As a souvenir)
Trekking route map
First Aid Kit(Carried by your trek guide)
The arrangement of rescue helicopter service (Your travel insurance should cover this expense)
Necessary local and government taxes
Cost Exclude
Dinner and lunch in Kathmandu except for welcome and farewell dinner.
Your personal expenses for mineral water, soft beverages, confectionaries, laundries, phone calls, hot drinking water, bar bills, showers etc.
Internet facility, battery chargers, multi plugs etc.
Extra baggage excess while flying to Lukla.
Extra porter if you require.
Personal trekking equipment.
Your travel insurance that covers Helicopter evacuation.
Medical expenses and trip cancellation.
Any other extended trips and accommodation.
Tips of a guide, porters and driver as a token of appreciation.
Monument entrance fee for the sightseeing tour in Kathmandu.
Any other expenses or charges that are not mentioned in the “cost includes” list.
Nepal arrival visa.
Walking in higher altitudes is more physically demanding than walking in the lower altitudes, however, if we are in excellent health with average physical fitness, have a positive attitude, self-confidence, and strong determination, we can accomplish the trek successfully. Exercising and jogging regularly for some weeks prior to the trip is a good idea to enhance our strength and stability. Past hiking experience would be an asset but no technical skill is required for this trip. It is important that we consult with our doctor before we decide and set up for the Everest Base camp trek. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform Treks Planner Nepal before booking the trek.
Trekking in the Himalayan region goes through unexpected complication like natural and health challenges resulting changes in the itinerary for your own security reason, If such incident happens during the trek our professional Guide, Porters and leader take you to final point safely for evacuation so, please be friendly with your guide for more achievements and protection. Flights in the Himalayan region often get canceled even in the best season due to bad weather so we request our travelers to carry luggage for extra days.
Our website contains as much information as possible about this trip but if you want, we can still customize the itinerary according to your wish and preferable time for the visit. Fell free to write to us or you can even give us a call if you would like to discuss any aspect regarding the trip.
During the trip weather, local politics, transport or a multitude of other factors that are beyond our control can result in a change of itinerary. It is, however, very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered, if alterations are necessary the leader will decide what is the best alternative, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. Where a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the results of changes or delays.