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Everest Base Camp Trek

Trip at a Glance

  • Country

    Country: Nepal

  • Destination

    Destination: Nepal

  • Activities

    Activities: Trekking/ Walking

  • Group size

    Group size: Minimum 8 people

  • Best Season

    Best Season: September, October, November, December, February, March, April

Everest is more than a mountain and the journey to its base camp is more than just a trek. Along a route dubbed by some as "the steps to heaven," every bend in the trail provides another photo opportunity – beautiful forests, Sherpa villages, glacial moraines, and foothills. For active adventurers not afraid to break a sweat, our full trekking support staff will bring you close to local cultures before opening a window to the top of the world.

Detail Itinerary

After arrival in Kathmandu International airport, meet our officer. He will assist you to transfer your hotel. At a hotel, our officer gives you an orientation of the overall trip. O/n at hotel in Kathmandu.

Early morning transfer to Kathmandu airport domestic terminal to catch the flight to Lukla (2810m/9216ft).The flight duration is approximately 45 minutes. Have a tea and coffee in Lukla. One hour rest at Lukla in Mountain Lodge. Then your trekking starts from Lukla. The trail contour through the Sherpa village and yak pasture land. Have a lunch in Thado Koshi (2591m/8498ft) with a stunning view of Kum Kangaru(6370m/20893ft). You will see the painted Mani wall in Ghat (chhuthawa) village. In the late afternoon, you arrive in Phakding. O/n at a mountain lodge.

Your trekking starts after breakfast at a mountain lodge. You cross the long suspension bridge over the Dhudh Koshi River which is originated from Khumbu glacier. Today you will enter the Sagarmatha National Park in Monjo village. You have lunch in Jorsale(2740m/8987ft). The trail goes ahead along the Dudhakoshi river. You cross another suspension bridge in Larja Dobhan(2830m9282ft). From here the trail moves to steep staircase through pine forest. After half an hour steep walking you will see Mt Everest (8848m/29029ft). The trail ascends until Namche Bazaar through the alpine forest. You will be delightful to see Namche Bazaar. The Namche bazaar is getaway of the Everest base camp trekking. Enjoy staying two nights here. O/n at a mountain lodge.

Rest day in Namche Bazaar is especially for acclimatization with altitude. During this day you can walk around Namche Bazaar. Here you can get many facilities such as a bank, internet, Bakery, and shopping. After the breakfast One and half hour steep walking to Syangboche(3880m12726ft). From Syangboche you can see Mt. Everest(8848m/29029ft), Lhotse(8516m/27932ft), Ama Dablam(6814m/22350ft), Thamserku(6618m/21707ft) and more mountains. 

Today you can see very close up view of Thamserku (6618m/21707ft), Ama Dablam(6814m/22350ft). Also, you can see Mount Everest (8848m/29029ft) and other world high mountains. On the way, you can see Nepal national bird Pheasant and mountain animal called Himalayan Thar. The trail contour through the yak pasture land until Kyangjuma (3550m/11644ft). From Kyangjuma the trail goes to all the way down to the Dudha Koshi. After crossing long suspension bridge then the trail ascends through the pine trees. The magnificent view of Kangtega (6783m/22248ft) right side of the trail. 

Form Tengboche trail move down towards Deboche(3820m/12530ft). After Deboche, the trail becomes very pleasant. You will feel very comfortable. Here you have chances to see Musk deer. It is a very rare wild animal. After crossing the iron bridge on your right side you can see the great view of Ama Dablam(6814m/22350ft). Maybe you can enjoy taking photos of your backup with Ama Dablam. Then the trail moves gradually up to Pangboche(4010m/13152ft).

Today is the rest day at Dingboche. After the breakfast with a light snack and small day bag, you may hike to Chhukung village. The trail follows with river all the way to Chukung village. The river is originated from glacier lake Imja.On the way, you see Yak Kharka with wide grassland area. The Chukung valley is surrounding by magnificent high mountains and Glacier Lakes. From this valley you can see Island Peak (6189m20300ft), Amphulapche(5663m/18574ft), Lhotse Shar(8382m/27492ft) and Lhotse(8516m/27932ft).

From Dingboche, the trail climbs up 20m above the village. From here you can see a panoramic view of Khumbu Mountains including Mt, Makalu (8463m/27758ft). Tea break in Dughla(4620m/15153ft). After Dughla you ascend along with pebbly and sandy trail. After half an hour climb you arrive in Dughla Pass (4830m/15842ft). In Dughla pass you see monuments on the memory of Everest climbers who have lost their lives while climbing Mt. Everest. From here the trail goes gradually up to the Lobuche (4910m/16104ft). Evening sunset view of the Nuptse(7864m/25794ft). 5 h hour walking. O/n at a mountain lodge.

This morning you might feel chilly because the temperature may go down -2 to 3 degree Celsius. In the beginning, you walk along the flat trail through yak pasture trail (50 minutes). Then you have to walk in the glacier. The trail is rough and icy in some part. And you arrive at Gorak Shep (5140m/16859ft). At this time the temperature is nearly 10 to 15 degree Celsius. You might feel fatigue. Have lunch and rest in Gorak Shep (5140m/16859ft).

Early in the morning start the climb to the Kalapatthar(5550m/18204ft). After nearly two and half hour climbing, you will reach on top of the Kalapatthar. There you get little bit strong wind. Kalapatthar is one of the prime points for the massive view of Mount Everest (8848m/29029ft). Enjoy the view of Mt. Everest and other towering mountains. After breakfast, you will back to the Pheruche same route. 10 hour walking. O/n at a mountain lodge.

You should pack up early in the morning. They have a breakfast and hike down to Lukla airstrip. Take a flight to Kathmandu. The rest of your day is free in Kathmandu

Today is your the last day in Nepal. Our officer will come to meet you at your hotel to escort you to Kathmandu International Airport for your flight home.

What is included?

  • Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop off service by a private tourist vehicle.
  • Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast (2 nights).
  • Guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms (11 nights).
  • All standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
  • Local  licensed English-speaking trekking guide.
  • The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek. We assign one porter for every two guests.
  • Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff.
  • Everest National Park permits and TIMS permit for trekking.
  • Airfare from Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu including airport departure tax in Kathmandu and Lukla airports.

What is not included?

  • Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks.
  • Personal trekking equipment (click on the Equipment tab).
  • Tips for trekking staff and driver (tipping is expected).
  • Any others expenses that are not mentioned in the 'Price Includes' section.
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