Everest Base Camp trek

Everest Base Camp Trek | Best Himalayan Adventure in Nepal

Duration

15 days

Trip start

Kathmandu

Trip end

Kathmandu

Altitude

5364m

Group size

2 to 12 pax

Difficulty

moderate

Best season

September to Mid-December

Price from

€1400.00

The Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most legendary journeys in the world, taking you deep into the heart of the Khumbu region, the homeland of the Sherpa people. This unforgettable adventure leads to the foot of the world’s highest mountain, Mount Everest, following the historic route of the first successful climbers, Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay.

Along the trail, you will discover ancient Buddhist monasteries, colorful prayer flags, traditional Sherpa villages, and breathtaking Himalayan landscapes. The trek offers spectacular views of iconic peaks including Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, and many other snow-covered giants of the Himalayas.

One of the major highlights of the journey is the ascent to Kala Patthar, the famous “Black Stone” viewpoint, offering one of the best panoramic views of Everest and its surrounding peaks. The adventure continues to Everest Base Camp itself, where climbers from around the world prepare for their summit expeditions.

During the spring season (April to May), trekkers may even witness real Everest expeditions on their way to or returning from the summit, making the experience even more extraordinary.

This trek is not only a mountain adventure but also a cultural journey through the rich traditions, history, and spiritual beauty of the Himalayas — truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the highest mountains on Earth.

detailed itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350 m)

Hotel

Welcome to Nepal, the land of the Himalayas. Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, a representative from Trekking Nepal Pvt. Ltd. will warmly greet you and transfer you to your hotel in a private vehicle.

After check-in, enjoy some free time to rest after your international journey or explore the lively streets of Thamel, Kathmandu's famous tourist district filled with cafés, restaurants, shops, and traditional handicraft stores.

In the evening, you will meet your trekking guide for a detailed briefing about the Everest Base Camp Trek.

Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Not include

Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing and Trek Preparation

Hotel Breakfast,

After breakfast, enjoy a guided cultural tour of two of Nepal's most important UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Visit the magnificent Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world and an important center of Tibetan Buddhism. Continue to the sacred Pashupatinath Temple, Nepal's most revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located on the banks of the holy Bagmati River.

After the tour, return to your hotel and prepare your trekking equipment. Your guide will assist you with final checks and answer any questions before the adventure begins.

Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: Flight to Lukla (2,800 m) – Trek to Phakding (2,610 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Early in the morning, transfer to the airport for one of the world's most spectacular mountain flights to Lukla. During the flight, enjoy breathtaking views of the Himalayan range.

Upon arrival in Lukla, meet the porters and begin your trek through charming Sherpa villages, colorful prayer flags, mani walls, and pine forests. The trail follows the Dudh Koshi River and offers a gentle introduction to trekking in the Everest region.

Arrive at the peaceful village of Phakding and settle into your lodge.

Walking Time: 3–4 hours
Distance: 8 km
Elevation Gain: +200 m
Elevation Loss: -380 m
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Today's trail follows the beautiful Dudh Koshi River and crosses several impressive suspension bridges decorated with prayer flags. Enter Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site rich in biodiversity and mountain scenery.

The final climb to Namche Bazaar is challenging but rewarding. On clear days, enjoy your first glimpse of Mount Everest.

Namche Bazaar, the vibrant Sherpa capital of the Khumbu region, offers bakeries, cafés, gear shops, and stunning mountain views.

Walking Time: 5–6 hours
Distance: 10–11 km
Elevation Gain: +1,050 m
Elevation Loss: -350 m
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

To help your body adapt to the increasing altitude, enjoy an acclimatization hike above Namche.

Walk to the Everest View Hotel, one of the highest luxury hotels in the world, offering panoramic views of Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Thamserku, and other Himalayan giants.

You may also visit the Sherpa Culture Museum, Khumjung Village, Hillary School, and Khunde Hospital established by Sir Edmund Hillary.

Return to Namche for the night.

Walking Time: 4–5 hours
Highest Elevation: 3,860 m
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,860 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

One of the most scenic days of the trek. The trail offers breathtaking views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Thamserku.

After descending to the Dudh Koshi River, climb through beautiful rhododendron and pine forests to reach Tengboche, home to the region's most important Buddhist monastery.

Visit the famous Tengboche Monastery and witness monks performing traditional prayers against the backdrop of the Himalayas.

Walking Time: 5–6 hours
Distance: 10 km
Elevation Gain: +600 m
Elevation Loss: -400 m
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

After morning views of Ama Dablam illuminated by the rising sun, continue through forests and traditional Sherpa settlements.

Cross the Imja Khola River and pass Pangboche, one of the oldest villages in the Everest region. The landscape gradually changes from forested hills to open alpine valleys.

Arrive at Dingboche, a beautiful village surrounded by stone-walled fields and dramatic mountain scenery.

Walking Time: 5–6 hours
Distance: 11 km
Elevation Gain: +550 m
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Acclimatization Day in Dingboche – Nangkartshang Peak (5,000 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Another important acclimatization day.

Hike to Nangkartshang Viewpoint, one of the finest panoramic viewpoints in the Everest region. From the summit, enjoy incredible views of Ama Dablam, Makalu (8,485 m), Island Peak, Lhotse, and the Imja Valley.

Return to Dingboche for rest and preparation for the higher altitudes ahead.

Walking Time: 4–5 hours
Highest Elevation: 5,000 m
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9: Dingboche to Lobuche (4,910 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Continue trekking through rugged alpine terrain toward the high Himalayas.

Reach Thukla Pass, where moving memorials honor climbers and Sherpas who lost their lives on Everest expeditions. The trail then follows the edge of the Khumbu Glacier with magnificent mountain views.

Arrive in Lobuche, surrounded by towering Himalayan peaks.

Walking Time: 5–6 hours
Distance: 8 km
Elevation Gain: +500 m
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 10: Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) – Gorakshep (5,164 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

The most anticipated day of the trek.

Follow the rocky trail beside the Khumbu Glacier to Gorakshep before continuing to the legendary Everest Base Camp.

Stand at the foot of the world's highest mountain and celebrate one of the greatest trekking achievements on Earth. Enjoy unforgettable views of the Khumbu Icefall and surrounding Himalayan giants.

After spending time at Base Camp, return to Gorakshep for the night.

Walking Time: 7–8 hours
Distance: 13km
Elevation Gain: +500 m
Elevation Loss: -200 m
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 11: Gorakshep (5,164 m)-Kala Patthar (5,550 m) – Pheriche (4,371 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Wake before dawn for the climb to Kala Patthar, the best viewpoint in the Everest region.

Witness an unforgettable Himalayan sunrise as golden light illuminates Mount Everest, Nuptse, Pumori, Lhotse, and the surrounding peaks.

After enjoying the spectacular scenery and taking photographs, descend to Gorakshep for breakfast before continuing down to Pheriche.

Walking Time: 6–7 hours
Highest Elevation: 5,643 m
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 12: Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)

Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a comfortable descent through alpine meadows, rhododendron forests, and picturesque Sherpa villages.

As oxygen levels increase, the walk becomes easier and more enjoyable. Take time to appreciate the landscapes you may have missed while ascending.

Return to bustling Namche Bazaar for your final evening in the mountains.

Walking Time: 6–7 hours
Distance: 14 km
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 13: Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,800 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

The final trekking day follows the Dudh Koshi River through forests, villages, and suspension bridges.

Celebrate the successful completion of your Everest Base Camp adventure with your guide and porter team in Lukla.

Walking Time: 6–7 hours
Distance: 18 km
Elevation Gain: +700 m
Elevation Loss: -1,300 m
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 14: Flight to Kathmandu

Hotel Breakfast,

Early morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy a free day for relaxation, shopping, sightseeing, or a traditional Nepali massage. In the evening, you may join a farewell dinner and celebrate your successful Himalayan journey.

Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast

Important Note: Flights between Lukla and Kathmandu are highly dependent on mountain weather conditions and may occasionally be delayed or rescheduled.

Day 15: – Final Departure

Breakfast,

According to your international flight schedule, our team will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport.

Your unforgettable Everest Base Camp Trek comes to an end, leaving you with lifelong memories of the Himalayas, Sherpa culture, and the adventure of a lifetime.

Meals: Breakfast

Routemap

Inclusion

  • Airport welcome and all private airport–hotel–airport transfers
  • 3 nights' hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • Round-trip flights between Kathmandu/Manthali and Lukla
  • Guided sightseeing to Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple with private vehicle and driver
  • Sagarmatha National Park Permit and Khumbu Municipality Permit
  • Lodge accommodation in twin-sharing rooms during the trek
  • Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) + 1 hot drink per day
  • Government-licensed, official trekking guide
  • Porter service (1 per 2 clients, up to 22 kg total luggage)
  • Salary, insurance, meals, accommodation, transport,for guide and porter

Exclusion

  • Personal travel and rescue insurance
  • Lunches and dinners in Kathmandu
  • Additional hotel nights beyond the included 3 nights
  • Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, bottled water, fruit juices, etc.
  • Wi-Fi, hot showers, battery charging, phone calls, laundry, souvenirs
  • Tips for guide, porter, and local staff
  • Costs from flight delays, bad weather, illness, or unforeseen circumstances
  • Anything not mentioned in "Price Includes"
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traveler reviews

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Lucas Marion

Amazing guide in Nepal! We did a trek near Langtang and everything went perfectly! Man Kumar took us to some incredible places and gave us superb historical and geopolitical explanations. He speaks excellent French (he's bilingual), manages the trip very well, has a great team, and adapts to the group's level. I highly recommend him.

frequently asked Question

The Everest Base Camp Trek is considered moderate to challenging, but not a technical climb.You don’t need climbing skills, but you must be physically prepared.