Everest Base Camp Trek
Join us on our Everest Base Camp Trek - one of the world’s most incredible adventures! On the trip you will trek to Mt. Everest Base Camp through the stunning landscape of the Everest region, experiencing the cultural richness of the highland Sherpa settlements and monasteries, as well as the natural wonders of Himalayan giants including Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Ama Dablam and Pumori. Our trek starts with a day of exploration in the treasure troves of Kathmandu and continues with a mountain flight to the world famous airport in Lukla, situated on the edge of the cliff at 2860m. From Lukla the trip winds through the floral and faunal richness of Sagarmatha National Park, following the spectacular views of the Himalayan giants. Once the trail starts ascending, you will go deeper into the cultural highlights of highland Sherpa villages, passing monasteries, Buddhist prayers flags and engraved maniwalls. With every step, you will get closer to base camp which lies at the foot of the Khumbu Icefall. Finally you return to Lukla and onward to Kathmandu where you will have further time to explore before you head home after your epic adventure. Trip Duration: 15 Days Grade: Moderate to fairly challenging: Trekking and Sightseeing Starts in: Kathmandu Ends in: Kathmandu Accommodation: Hotel or lodge (tea house) Transportation: Flight and private vehicle
Your Itinerary
Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel
Land at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, where our waiting support team will meet and escort you to your hotel where you will receive a briefing about the trip. Overnight at hotel. Included Meals: None
Free day in Kathmandu
Relax or explore Kathmandu. Joining an organised tour of Kathmandu can be arranged at an additional cost. Included Meals: Breakfast
Flight to Lukla and trek to Phakding
You will be picked up from your hotel and taken to the airport where you will take a short flight to Lukla, the gateway of the Everest region. In clear weather you will see incredible Himalayan scenery from your window. On arrival we will meet the rest of our crew members and begin our trek to Phakding (2,651m/8,700ft) 3 - 4 hours trek Included meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner (Note: On occasion we may need to fly to Lukla from Ramechhap Airport instead of Kathmandu Airport. In that case, you will be transferred to Ramechhap Airport early in the morning from Kathmandu.)
Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,438m/11,280 ft) 11km, 5 - 6 hours
A relatively easy trek until we reach Larpchen Bridge at the foothill of Namche Bazaar. During the trail we will cross numerous suspension bridges and trek through local villages before entering the Sagarmatha National Park. In clear weather you will have your first view of Mount Everest, on top of seeing the beautiful Namche Bazaar at the end of your trek. Included meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Acclimatization Day - Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,284ft)
After breakfast we will enjoy a hike towards the Everest View Hotel, where there is a panoramic view of mountains like Amadablam, Thamserku, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Tabuche and others. After heading back to the lodge in Namche you have some free to relax. Namche, tucked away between two ridges amidst the giant peaks of the Khumbu, has an abundance of lodges, teashops and souvenir shops, so is an ideal place to spend some time acclimatizing to the new altitude. Included meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft) 10km, 5- 6 hours
Today we will trek through green lush forests with a mixture of walking terrains. There will be sightings of the Khumbu Valley from the top of Tengboche including the gigantic Mt. Amadablam as a backdrop. You can take a walk around the monastery in the evening, before relaxing in the dining hall of the tea house. Included meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300 ft) 9km, 5 - 6 hours
Todays trek will wind past rivers, forests and hilly landscapes with stunning mountains in the background. Once we pass Pangboche and Somare, the valley of Dingboche awaits between Nagarshan hill, Chhukung Valley and Amadablam Mountain. Included meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Dingbouche rest day
Rest day in Dingbouche to acclimatize and relax. Included meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Dingbouche to Lobuche (4940 m/16,207 ft) 4km, 2 - 4 hours
We will ascend to Lobuche, a small tranquil village on the bank of the river facing the Kong Ma La Pass. A memorable aspect of the day will be seeing the Everest Memorial in Thukla Pass and the sight of the Pumori, Lobuche and Cholatse Mountains. Included meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Lobuche to GorakShep (5170 m/16,961ft), visit Everest Base Camp (5364m/17,594 ft) 13km, 6-7 hours
The trail will become rugged and rocky, requiring careful walking. Once we’ve reached the Gorakshep we will stop for lunch before setting off for Everest Base Camp. After time to take photos and celebrate reaching the camp, we will trek back to Gorakshep for your overnight stay. Included meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
GorakShep to Kala Patthar (5,545m/18,192ft) to Pherice (4,288m/14,070ft) 16km, 7-8 hours
Early in the morning we will climb the Kalapathar to see the view at sunrise before trekking downhill towards Pheriche and past Gorakshep, Lobuche and Thukla. Included meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,280 ft): 20km, 6 - 7 hours
Trekking back to Namche Bazaar. Included meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,860m/9,186ft): 19km, 6 - 7 hours
For our final day of trekking, we will journey through Manjo & Phakding to reach Lukla. This evening we will be celebrating with the crew members and trekking partners with Nepalese delicacies and drinks, enjoying the last evening in the Khumbu region of Nepal. Included meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel
Flight back to Kathmandu where you will be transferred to your hotel. You then have a free day in Kathmandu to explore or rest from your epic adventure. Included meals: Breakfast (Note: We may on occasion need to fly to Ramechhap Airport from Lukla instead of direct to Kathmandu Airport. This will include private transfers or shared buses, depending on your preferences and group size.)
Departure
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey home. Those wishing to remain in Kathmandu can do so at their own cost to explore this beautiful region further. Included Meals: Breakfast
What's Included
- 3 Nights in Kathmandu on a twin sharing basis with breakfast
- 11 Nights in Mountain Tea House Lodges on a twin sharing basis
- 3 Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Day) each day during the trek
- Airport transfers
- Domestic Flight (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu) including airport taxes (we may need to fly from Ramechaap, will be decided by Nepal Aviation)
- An experienced trekking Sherpa guide
- Porter to carry your bags
- All trekking permits and entrance fees
- Trekking certificate
- First aid kit
- All local taxes and government fees
Not Included
- International flights
- Any additional accommodation not covered above
- Lunches & dinners in Kathmandu
- Nepal Visa
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Tips for staff
- Any expenses incurred in emergency evacuation/ rescue due to any unforeseen reasons
- Anything not mentioned under ‘Included’