Everest Base Camp Trek 14 Days

Everest Base Camp Trek offers you a spectacular view of towering mountains of Everest Region from vintage points of Kalapatthar (5550 m) and Base Camp (5357m). The main highligts of the trip is to explore Sherpa Communities their Culture and civilization as well as to visit the oldest and largest monastery of the region, Tengboche. 

Trekking to Everest Base Camp is adventurous, exciting as well as challenging. There are some sections that consist of rough and challenging terrain but with high determination and  basic fitness level one could acheive their dream of being at base of mighty Mt. Everest (8848m/29022ft) 

Best season To Trek Everest Base Camp 

Everest Base Camp can be acheived throughout the year but to get most out from Everest Base Camp Trek, you have to select the best months. 

Spring (March, April and May) and Autumn 

(September, October, November) is the main trekking season in Nepal. The reason behind is clear, sunny & pleasant weather. And most importantly you can enjoy the Himalayan vista than other season. 

Monsoon (Jun, July, August) - 

This is generally a monsoon season in Nepal, You need to carry your rain gears and be ready for slippery trails. 

Winter (December, January, Feburary) - 

At this time it can be extreme cold with strong cold winds, icy pathway, snowfall, and temperatures reach minus degrees. If you love this season then it might be the best option for you. Trekkers who want to escape overcrowded season of Autumn and Spring season then Winter and Monsoon Season is perfect for you. If you are not satisfied with this itinerary or if you want to customize this package in your timeline or budget, then you could contact us, or email to [email protected]   

 
Outline Itinerary: 

Day 01:    Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to the Hotel (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Dinner) 

Day 02:    Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (Altitude: 2840/ 9372 ft. Phakding: 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:    Rest day at Namche for acclimatization (Altitude; 3440 m/11352 ft. Meal: BLD) 

Day 05:    Trek Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (Altitude: 3860 m/ 12738 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD) 

Day 06:    Trek to Dingboche (Altitude: 4410 m/14553 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)

 
Day 07:    Rest day for acclimatization (Altitude: 4410 m/14553 ft. Meal: BLD) 

Day 08:    Trek to Lobuche (4910 m) (Altitude: 4910 m/16203 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD) 

Day 09:    Trek to Everest Base Camp, back to Gorakshep (Altitude: EBC: 5357m/17678 ft. Gorekshep: 5140 m/16960 ft. Trek: 6/7 hrs. Meal: BLD) 

Day 10:    Trek to Kalapatthar (5550 m), back to Pheriche (4240 m) (Altitude: Kalapatthar: 5550 m/18315 ft. Pheriche: 4240 m/13992 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD) 

Day 11:    Trek to Namche (Altitude: 3440 m/11352 ft. Trek: 4/5 hrs. Meal: BLD) 

Day 12:    Trek to Lukla (Altitude: 2840/ 9372 ft. Trek: 4/5 hrs. Meal: BLD) 

Day 13:    Fly to Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Flight: 30 minutes Meal: B/D)

 
Day 14:    Departure (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: B) 

NOTE: The flight to Lukla is completely depends on weather condition. Hence, we recommend you to keep atleast a couple of spare days additional to given itinerary.

Costs

What is included 

✓  Airport transfer by Hiking Nepal office representative in a private vehicle for both the International and Domestic arrival/departure 
✓  2 nights’ accommodation at Tourist Standard Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast on twin sharing basis 
✓  11 nights’ accommodation  at well and comfortable Mountain Lodge available en-route during the trek (Few nights at during trek with attached bathroom/toilets) 
✓  English speaking, First Aid and Eco-trained local trekking guide, Assistance guide as per the group size (5+), porters (2:1) 
✓  All the expenses for guide and porters along with Insurance 
✓  Domestic Airfare for the sector Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu from the month June to September and December to February 
✓  Domestic Airfare for the sector Ramechhap/Lukla/Ramechhap and a sharing drive to Ramechhap from the month March to May and October/November 
✓  Sagarmatha  National Park Entry Fees and Khumbu Permit 
✓  Sleeping Bag (4 season)  and Down Jacket during Trek (if required) 
✓  All government and local taxes as applicable 

What is not included 

✗  Nepal Visa - (Cost- US$- 30 for 15 days & $- 50 for 30 days) 
✗  Lunch & evening meals while in Kathmandu 
✗  Your Travel insurance- must cover any comprehensive expenses possible to acquire due to medical issues or accidents 
✗  Cost of personal nature expenses, Beverages (Mineral water or coca-cola), cost of extra meals, snacks, phones bills, Internet, WiFi, laundry etc. 
✗  The cost incurred during emergencies, evacuations 
✗  Tips for Guide/porters/driver (12 to 15% of total trip Cost)

Map

Altitude Chart

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Dinner)-

On your arrival in Kathmandu International Airport, one of our representative will pick up you and escort you to the hotel as well as help you to check-in at hotel. After your refreshment, you will be briefed about the next day trip.

Day 2: Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (Altitude: 2840/ 9372 ft. Phakding: 2610 m/8613 ft. Flight: 30 minutes Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD)-

On a clear bright morning, you will fly over the snowcapped mountains to one of the most electrifying high altitude airports, Lukla at an altitude 2900 m. Your guides and porters will accompany you here for the trek. Hence, the trekking adventure kicks off. Beginning the trek, you will slide down almost 500 meters to Dudh Koshi River. Then, the trek winds along the trial beside the River towards Phakding. Passing several mani-walls and boulders engraved with Buddhist prayers, you will arrive at Phakding where you will spend your first night of your trek.

Day 3: Trek to Namche (Altitude; 3440 m/11352 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)-

The trek chases the northern trial up the Dudh Kosi valley to Monjo. At Monjo the trek officially enters Sagarmatha National Park where you have to issue Sagarmatha National Park Permit Card. Continuing the trial along the steep uphill climb while savoring the first glimpse of Everest, you will arrive at the hub of Sherpa- Namche Bazaar.

Day 4: Rest day at Namche for acclimatization (Altitude; 3440 m/11352 ft. Meal: BLD)-

It is a day to acclimatize you with higher elevation. On this day, you can go for a short hike to Khumjung, a beautiful settlement of Hospitable Sherpas. OR, you can roam around the Namche that offers Internet Cafes, restaurants, ATMs, and colorful markets. Even, you can enjoy the traditional living of mountain dwellers that is getting complimentary by the awe-inspiring surrounding and high altitude flora/fauna.

Day 5: Trek Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (Altitude: 3860 m/ 12738 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)-

With delightful breakfast in Namche, you will walk on the side of the valley above the Dudh Koshi River. Passing by several villages and numerous tea shops, you will descend steeply to a bridge over the river at Phunki Tenga; you can see water driven prayer wheel. Also, it is an ideal stopover for lunch where you will take rest for a while before making the steep climb to Tangboche. Along the trail, you can enjoy the beautiful rhododendron bushes, birds and superb mountains that let you forget about the tiring zigzag trail. You will get first view of spectacular mountains including Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse Shar, Tawache, Kangtega, Thamserkhu, Nuptse. Once you reach at Tengbocbe, you can explore the Khumbu largest monastery- the Tengboche Monastery.

Day 6: Trek to Dingboche (Altitude: 4410 m/14553 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)-

Starts your trail passing through lush forests of birch, confer and rhododendron trees. On the trail, you can have mesmerizing views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. You can slowly steep down to Deboche, then cross the Imja River to Pangboche. Ascend toward the upper Pangboche, you will visit one of the oldest monastery of Khumbu- the Pangboche Monastery. You will continue your hike to the Imja valley and Lobuche River on the way to Dingboche. It is an attractive village that is beautified with the field of barley, potatoes and buckwheat along with grazing animals.

Day 7: Rest day for acclimatization (Altitude: 4410 m/14553 ft. Meal: BLD)-

It is a day to acclimatize you in the high altitude. Today, considering your physical fitness, you will be taken to Chhukung valley following the Imja River. From here, you can view the stunning mountains and Glacier lakes including Island Peak (6189m), Amphulapche (5663m), Lhotse Shar (8382m) and Lhotse (8516m). The main aim of today is to acclimatize you properly for more challenging days onwards.

Day 8: Trek to Lobuche (4910 m) (Altitude: 4910 m/16203 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)-

Today, trek will continue up the village from where, you can enjoy the mountains including Mt. Makalu. You will take a steep climb towards the foot of the Khumbu Glacier and reach at Dugla. You will rest for a while after taking lunch at local lodges. Then, you will walk on the trail zigzags up through the boulders of the glacier’s terminal moraine. At the top of this climb there are many stone cairns, built as memorials to the many Sherpas who have died while climbing Mt Everest. The path then climbs gently along the glacier, to eventually reach the cluster of houses at Lobuche. It is situated in the beneath of Lhotse ridge.

Day 9: Trek to Everest Base Camp, back to Gorakshep (Altitude: EBC: 5357m/17678 ft. Gorekshep: 5140 m/16960 ft. Trek: 6/7 hrs. Meal: BLD)-

It is the most interesting and challenging day of this trip as day starts with a mixture of excitement and anxiety. Today, you will hike up to the Everest base camp at an altitude of 5364 m.

You will headed through the horizontal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. On the way to Gorekshep, you will witness the north ridge of Mt. Everest, Mt. pumori, Mt. Mahalangur, Mt. Nuptse and many more. Further climbing through the Changri Glacier, you can have first glimpse of Kalapatthar. You will stop at Gorekshep for a lunch; then continue to walk for your ultimate destination- the Everest Base Camp. The splendid views of the mountains and scenarios makes the journey livelier, even snubbing all the tiresome walk in the steep route. The trail will last for approximately 3 hours from Gorekshep. Once you reach at base camp, you can actually see the deadliest route to the Everest that make the journey more adventurous. You will get to spend quality time exploring the base camp and surrounding areas and return to Gorak Shep to spend the night.

Day 10: Trek to Kalapatthar (5550 m), back to Pheriche (4240 m) (Altitude: Kalapatthar: 5550 m/18315 ft. Pheriche: 4240 m/13992 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)-

Next to Everest Base camp, this day is too exciting and adventurous hiking to Kalapatthar. You will get an early morning call from our guide to get ready to hike first at Kalapatthar. The reason is to catch the sparkling yellowish snowcapped over the mountains especially Mt. Everest by the strike of every rays during sunrise. Every second become an exciting moments of lifetime; well, don’t forget to capture in camera. Then, you will return back to Gorekshep with refreshing mood and descend back towards Pheriche where you spend your overnight.

Day 11: Trek to Namche (Altitude: 3440 m/11352 ft. Trek: 4/5 hrs. Meal: BLD)-

It will be the steep down following the River, crossing bridge and enjoying the route decorated with birch and rhododendron forest. Your sight will even keep on catching few Himalayan giants including Everest, Kwangde, Tawache, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Kantega and Thamserkhu. Overnight will be refreshing at Namche.

Day 12: Trek to Lukla (Altitude: 2840/ 9372 ft. Trek: 4/5 hrs. Meal: BLD)-

Today is the final day of the trip. You will walk following Dudh Koshi River down to Lukla. You will have a celebration with the involvement of the Guide, Sherpa and Porters as well. They will serves some local’s beer called “CHANG” and enjoy party learning some dance step from traditional Sherpas.

Day 13: Fly to Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Flight: 30 minutes Meal: B/D)-

You will board a plane back to Kathmandu. Arriving at Kathmandu you will be transferred to your hotel and rest of the day will be your leisure time. You can go for shopping, message, or rest at Hotel. Evening time, we invite you for farewell dinner at authentic restaurant. You can share your experience, feedback us and give us a chance to make your evening a wonderful time. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 14: Departure (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: B)-

Departure (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: B)