Highlights of Everest Base Camp Trek
- The scenic flight to Lukla and back to Kathmandu.
- Several suspension bridges and crossing high passes routes.
- The heroes of Himalayas- Sherpa Lifestyle, Tibetan Buddhism experience.
- Major tourist destinations like Namche Bazaar, Kalapathar, Gokyo lake, glaciers.
- Longest glacier system in the Himalayas, Ngozumpa Glacier.
- Technical and beautiful high passes, Cho la, Renjo la, Kongma la.
- View from the foot of majestic Mount Everest, panoramic views of Himalayas.
- Sagarmatha National Park, the sanctuary of diverse flora and fauna.
- Everest Base Camp itself, the foot of the tallest summit of the world.
- The beautiful landscape that is not destroyed by the random road trails for vehicles.
- Museums and Monasteries like Sherpa museum, Tengboche monastery, Rimishung monastery, etc.
Everest Base Camp Trek Overview
Trekking to the Everest Base Camp is a dream that can be turned into reality with a good travel companion. For the avid trekkers and experienced mountain hikers, trekking to the iconic top of the world and a landmark of the highest peak of the planet is truly a grandeur and top travel pick. Everest Base Camp Trek is revered for its hardcore adventure and a sense of satisfaction with the fine spirit in the sovereign mountains. Mount Everest (8848 m.) holds a taj of top of the world and many mountaineers come for mountaineering activities with a dream to fulfil of jamming the feet into the highest pinnacle ever discovered.
Everest Base Camp lies at an altitude of 5346 m above sea level just beneath the world’s top. This Everest Base Camp Trek is equally adventurous and offers the splendid mountain beauty in the Himalayas while you will get an excellent chance to explore the culture and religion along with the lifestyle of Sherpas and the people of the mountains. The mountain lifestyle is different and especially in the Everest region, you will get a pristine culture that is not so affected by the external human interference though it is one of the popular trekking routes in the world.
The Trekking to the Everest Base Camp starts with a scenic flight from Kathmandu Airport all the way to Lukla. Flight to Lukla (2815m) itself will give you a thrill of adventure and is very scenic. The trekking will begin from Lukla to the Phakding, with a beautiful river Dudhkoshi and pine forest accompanying you along the trail. The mountain landscapes and the Sherpas of the Everest region with their utmost hospitality will facilitate you in the trekking places. The further trek to Namche Bazzar (3,440 m) is very astounding and you will feel like you are in the kingdom of mountains where the clerics are Sherpas and you are a true devotee going into the adventure to the top of the world. After extensive trekking to the Namche Bazaar, you will be in need of some refreshment and acclimatization to cope with the frequently gaining altitude.
Acclimatization in Namche Bazaar will make you prepared for the further trek and you will also get an excellent opportunity to explore the lifestyle of Sherpas and their offerings. From Namche Bazaar you can get a little glimpse of the Mount Everest, Mount Nuptse and Mount Lhotse.
The further trek from the Namche Bazzar will take you to the Tengboche. Along the trail, you can see the views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Everest, Taboche and Nuptse. The further trail passes by descending to the Dudh Koshi river with some strenuous walking into the mountains. The forest and the monasteries while are the sight of attraction in the trek, the more verge of getting nearer to the top of the world equally excites you with the honourable hospitality of the Sherpa people.
The trekking from Tengboche to Dingboche is very adventurous and you can explore the beautiful surrounding by the Himalayas just in front of you. The rhododendron forest to Deboche which takes you to Imja Khola is wonderful and a few more hours hike ahead you will reach the Dingboche village passing through the Pangboche (3930m) and Somare village.
The trail further extends to Lobuche and Everest Base Camp itself. The snowcapped mountain views and spectacular Himalayan scenery makes this day a most exciting day to the Everest Base Camp. The icy, barren and rocky trail all the way to Lobuche is astounding. The spectacular views of Taboche, Pumori, Kalapatthar and Nuptse from Lobuche are mindblowing and the trail is equally adventurous. The trail leads you to the Everest Base camp along the Khumbu glacier and after spending some time to the base camp of the world’s highest mountain, you will trek to the Gorakshep. The mindblowing views of Khubutse, Mt. Pumori, Changtse and Khumbu icefall and legendary Mount Everest are amazing and you will feel like a dream accomplished.
The return trail from Gorakshep will lead you back to the Kalapaththar and Pangboche. The trek to Namche Bazaar and Lukla will be a relief yet a lifetime journey to remember. The return flight from Namche Bazaar will take you back to the capital of Nepal- Kathmandu valley. You can explore the Kathmandu valley the next day.
The iconic and highly revered Everest Base Camp Trek is an astounding journey that is full of memories. Strenuous yet worth it trail beyond the lowlands and beneath the Himalayas will be a win according to your will. The travel for the fulfilment of the thrill you are seeking for is only possible with the Everest Base Camp Trek. Individuals with good fitness level can undergo this trek and guides will assist you in the entire process. No need to worry, you will be taken care of in case of any difficulties and we’ll be there to assist you in your trekking. Iconic and life-changing trekking to the Mount Everest Base Camp is waiting for you to complete your dream, a passion integrated by the discovery and explore the beauty that Nepal has to offer.
Detailed Itinerary
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DAY 1
Kathmandu Arrival, Transfer to Hotel
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DAY 2
Flight to Lukla, Trek to Phakding
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DAY 3
Trek to Namche Bazaar.
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DAY 4
Rest Day at Namche Bazaar
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DAY 5
Trek to Tengboche.
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DAY 6
Trek to Dingboche.
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DAY 7
Rest Day in Dingboche
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DAY 8
Trek to Lobuche.
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DAY 9
Trek to Everest Base Camp, Back to Gorakshep.
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DAY 10
Trek to Kala Patthar, Back to Pangboche.
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DAY 11
Trek to Namche Bazaar.
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DAY 12
Trek to Lukla.
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DAY 13
Flight to Kathmandu.
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DAY 14
Departure.
Cost Inclusion
- All arrival and departure at Kathmandu airport as mentioned.
- Private transfer or flight (Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu) as mentioned in the itinerary.
- 2-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu/Pokhara as per the trek itinerary.
- Daily breakfast throughout the trip.
- Lunch and Dinner from trek start day to trek end day.
- All necessary paper works. (National Park Entry Permits and TIMS Card)
- English speaking licensed trek guide.
- Porter during the trek. (Can carry 20KG Baggage of 2 people)
- Lodge or Tea house accommodation during the trek.
- One local SIM card (returnable) during your stay.
- All government and local taxes.
- Guide and Porter’s salary, food and accommodation during the trek.
- Arrangement of emergency helicopter service which will be paid by your traveller’s insurance company.
- Sleeping bag, duffle bags and trekking route maps – if necessary.
- Farewell Nepali dinner on your last night.
Cost Exclusion
- Personal expenses.
- Kathmandu sightseeing entrance fee.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
- Nepal visa cost. (You will require 2 passport size photos and 30 USD)
- International flight ticket.
- Travel health insurance. (Recommended)
- Tips for the guide, porter and driver.
- Sweet things like dessert/chocolate.
- All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
- Hot shower/batteries charge/heater during the trek.
- Any other expenses which are not mentioned in including section.
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