Mount Everest Base Camp Trek (EBC) - 12 Days
Trip Facts
Trip Overview
Mount Everest Base Camp Trek, a journey that takes you through the heart of the Himalayas without the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu. This iconic trek offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the world's most awe-inspiring regions. This Everest Base Camp Trek is starting from the picturesque Lukla, you'll embark on a challenging yet rewarding journey through pristine forests, alpine meadows, and rugged glacial valleys. As you ascend higher, the majestic peaks of Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and Ama Dablam will unfold before your eyes, creating a truly unforgettable experience.
The main highlight of this trek: You can choose your own accommodation and activities in Kathmandu. Witness the grandeur of the world's highest mountain range up close. Interact with the friendly Sherpa people and learn about their unique traditions. Test your physical limits and conquer the heights of the Himalayas. Explore a variety of ecosystems, from lush forests to barren moonscapes.
The Everest Base Camp Trek offers flexibility for those who want to customize their experience. Whether you're a seasoned trekker or a first-time adventurer, there's an itinerary to suit your needs. You can choose to explore additional side trails, visit nearby monasteries, or simply take time to relax and soak in the stunning scenery.
Note: Our team always ready to help you book for your accommodation, transportation, and exciting tour activities for a hassle-free Kathmandu experience.
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Day 01 Fly to Lukla (35 Min Flight) & Trek to Phakding
Altitude: Lukla (2800m/9154ft) & Phakding (2650m/8692ft)
Activities: 3-4 Hours Trek (10-12 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Phakding
We drive to the airport early in the morning to take our flight to Lukla. The scenic 35 minutes flight to Lukla caters to the panorama of the peaks of Langtang, Rolwaling, and Annapurna Himalayan Ranges. Landing at Tenzing Hillary Airport in Lukla is a thrilling adventure. Instantly, after making the final arrangement for the Everest Base Camp Trek, we kick off. Trekking 200m downhill to Thado Koshi River, we cross the suspension bridge over it. The view of Mt. Kusum Kangru looming dramatically to the East is a wonderful view from the bridge. Beyond the bridge, the trek begins to gain altitude gradually to Ghat. Ghat is a Buddhist Village with wonderful Black Mani walls engraved with prayers in white. The final push from Ghat through scattered villages and yak herder's camps brings us to Phakding. The first day of the Everest Base Camp Trek ends at Phakding. Explore remaining time around this local village. Overnight at Mt. Lodge.
Day 02 Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Altitude: 3440m/11283ft
Activities: 5-6 Hours Trek(14-16 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Namche
The Everest Base Camp Trek today crosses suspension bridges over Dudh Koshi River five times. The first bridge we cross comes after five minutes of walking from our hotel in Phakding. Crossing it we trek through the forested trail on the left bank of the river for 35 minutes to Taktak. Exiting out of Taktak we get to see the magnificent view of Mt. Thamserku 6608m from a viewpoint. Almost thirty minutes of gentle walk from the viewpoint brings us to Banker. We cross the second bridge over Dudh Koshi River while making our way out of Banker. Trekking on the right bank of the river on the stony trail that goes uphill and down like the waves in the ocean, we arrive at Monjo. Walking through the typical Sherpa Village, we arrive at the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park. Trek downhill for twenty minutes on the stony trail to the river, cross the third bridge and arrive at Jorsale, where we stop for the lunch.
Post lunch, we cross the fourth bridge and trek along the right bank of the river for forty minutes to arrive at Larja Doban. At Larja Doban we sight the confluence of Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi River. There are two elevated bridges at Larja Doban. We cross the higher one and begin the uphill climb on the stony trail towards Namche. Almost after 1 and a half-hour of trek we arrive at Top Danda. Savoring the first view of Everest from Top Danda, we trek uphill for the next ninety minutes through pine forest to Namche.
Day 03 Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar
Altitude: 3440m/11283ft
Activities:Acclimatization Walk to Everest View Hotel
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Namche
Rest day during trek means to hike to higher elevation and trek down back for proper acclimatization. Today we will walk up to the Everest View Hotel, which lies at the altitude of 3880m (440m higher than Namche). 2.5 hours of an uphill hike on the stony trails of the open hill brings us to Everest View Hotel. Savor the views of Thamserku, Kusum Kangru, Kantega, Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam among others from the site. Trekking down back to Namche on the same trail is easy 1.5 hrs walk.
Rest of the time you may just explore Namche Bazaar, visit its Sherpa museum- a great place to learn Sherpa culture and history of mountaineering and if this happens to be Saturday, you would have a wonderful local market (Hatt Bazaar) at Namche Bazaar. It is interesting and a wonderful experience to understand how the locals exchange their goods or buy the necessary stuff from the market itself. Namche Bazaar, itself is a tourist shopping hub with all the required trekking and mountaineering clothing and equipment. O/N at Namche.
Day 04 Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Altitude: 3870m/12694ft
Activities: 5-6 Hours Trek(11-12 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Tengboche
We begin the trek with the uphill walk to emerge out of Namche. Thirty-minute walk along the twisted trail savoring the views of Everest, we arrive to Tenzing Norgay Memorial Stupa. Almost two hours of walk on the open hillside from the stupa brings us to Kyangjuma. The view of Dudh Koshi River Valley from Kyangjuma is exceptional. 300m downhill trek through the pine forest from Kayngjuma brings us to Phungitenga, where we have our lunch. Post lunch we cross the bridge over Dudh Koshi River and begin the uphill climb to Tengboche. The first one and half hour uphill walk to Tengboche are tougher along the stony trails whereas, the next one hour is a pleasant and gradual climb through the beautiful forest of pine and rhododendron. Tengboche, one of the most beautiful places in the Himalaya, is famous for its amazing views of Ama Dablam Mountain at the backdrop of Tengboche monastery itself. The Tengboche monastery is one of the biggest Buddhist monasteries of Khumbu region, your guide will take you to see these monastery surroundings, chant with Buddhist monks, enjoy the praying ceremony. O/N at Tengboche.
Day 05 Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche
Altitude: 4410m/14465ft
Activities: 5-6 Hours Trek(12-14 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Dingboche
Breakfast at Tyangboche then will start walking off this day. The trail descends down winding through the rhododendron forest to Devoche. Crossing a bridge over the raging Imja Khola River beyond Devoche, we hug the valley wall and then traverse to the plains of Pangboche village which is the biggest Sherpa village of Khumbu. Here we have a great chance to see the typical Sherpa people, culture and traditions. We will take a short hike to the monastery over to hill at Pangboche- probably the oldest monastery of Khumbu. Then, we walk thirty minutes through the village and hike for an hour through the open valley to Somare 4040m. Somare is the treeline border during Everest Base Camp Trek. We have our lunch at Somare and then begin the real adventure of Everest Base Camp Trek. Climbing gradually on an uphill trail through the glacial moraines and yak grazing lands for two and a half hours we arrive at Dingboche.
Day 06 Acclimatization Day in Dingboche
Altitude: 4410m/14465ft
Activities: Morning, Acclimatization walk to Nagarjun Hill or Chhukung Ri, Afternoon, Rest
Meals Plan: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Dingboche
On this day you will rest before the last leg of the journey. You may explore the surrounding Chhukung and Imja valleys which are connected with the most interesting Island Peak, the high passes of Amphu Laptse and Makalu Barun National park.
If you are interested, you may hike to the Chhukung Ri(5000m Approx) for the panorama of the valley or explore the Dingboche itself with its typical local peoples and their lifestyles.
However, we suggest you hike up to Nagarjun Hill, which is 300m higher than Dingboche and just 2-3 hours roundtrip. From the hilltop the views of Thamserku, Kantega, Ama Dablam, Makalu, Cholatse, and Island Peak among others are wonderful. O/N at Dingboche.
Day 07 Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Altitude: 4928m/16164ft
Activities: 6-7 Hours Trek(12-13 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Lobuche
From this day onward, the trek is gradual uphill; due to the altitude, it is harder and tough. However for two and half hours until reaching to Dungla, we walk mostly on the leveled trail that winds through yak herders shelters and grazing lands. At Dughla, we have a short breather and enjoy a hot cup of tea or coffee. One hour of uphill climb from Dughla brings us to Dugh-La Pass 4620m, which has the memorials of famous climbers who lost their lives during Everest Expedition. The memorials here include of Scott Fisher and Babu Chiri Sherpa. From the pass, the Everest Base Camp Trek now winds on the trail beside Khumbu Glacier for almost an hour to Lobuche. From Lobuche, we see the best views of Mt. Lobuche, Mt. Pumori and the Nuptse. O/N at Lobuche.
Day 08 Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5160m16925ft), Everest Base Camp Hike
Altitude: Everest Base Camp (5364m/17594ft)
Activities: 7-8 Hours Trek(12-14 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Gorekshep
The first hour of the trek today is an easy walk on the leveled trail. Then we climb up for 25 minutes or so followed by next thirty minutes of an easy hike to catch the glacial moraines of Mt. Pumori all the way to Gorakshep. Though it is quite early to have lunch at Gorakshep, we will have light lunch before kicking off the adventurous walk to Everest Base Camp.
Post lunch the walk of your lifetime to Everest Base Camp begins. Two and half hours of up and down trek on the glacial moraines extended from Khumbu Icefall is an adventurous roller coaster. Going down to the glacier crossing half of it all the way to Everest Base Camp is amazing fun walking. At Everest Base witness the colorful tents of Expedition Groups if it is peak season of climbing. Take enough photographs and feel the world's highest summit from the nearest proximity possible. At the latter half of the day trek back to Gorakshep for the overnight stay.
Day 09 Morning: Hike to Kalapathar for a Great View of Mt. Everest(8848m/29021ft). Afternoon: Trek Down to Pheriche
Altitude: Kalapattar (5545m/18188ft) & Pheriche (4250m/13940ft)
Activities: 6-8 Hours Trek(14-16 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Pheriche
Another big day of Everest Base Camp Trek- today we climb gradually uphill on grassland for two hours followed by twenty-five minutes of walk through the black rocks to the summit of Kalapattar. Kalapattar refers to black rock in Nepali. Kalapattar is a vantage point for the closest view of Everest. We get to see the whole of Everest from Kalapattar, which is a sight worthwhile enduring an early morning hike. Enjoy the 360-degree panorama of Everest and its siblings from Kalapattar.
Then, trek back on the retracing trail to your hotel, enjoy the breakfast and begin the trek downhill towards Periche. Until Dughla we tread on the retracing trail. From Dughla, we trek downhill to the flat valley of Periche. Overnight at Periche.
Day 10 Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Altitude: 3440m/11283ft
Activities: 5-7 Hours Trek(14-16 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Namche
From Periche we will walk thirty minutes to exit out of the village. In the next thirty minutes, we arrive at the bridge, cross it and hike up almost 80 meters to get to Periche Pass 4350m. From the pass, we slide down thirty minutes to merge back into the main trail of Everest Base Camp Trek, then retrace on the trail back to Namche. O/N at Namche.
Day 11 Trek from Namche to Lukla
Altitude: 2800m/9184ft
Activities: 6-7 Hours Trek (20-22 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Lukla
After the breakfast, we hike down a trail steeply descends to the Hillary Suspension Bridge and then continue walking over several local villages and most of the walking is through Dudh Koshi River valley and surroundings. Upon reaching Lukla, freshen up at your hotel and relax. Evening, you could have a party with your trekking crew as it is your celebration of successful Everest Base Camp Trek also the last night in the Everest Region. O/N at Lukla.
Day 12 Lukla/Ramechep - Kathmandu Flight
Altitude: 1350m/4428ft
Activities: Flight (35 Min)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/Farewell Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu
Our flights are in the morning for Kathmandu from Lukla. After breakfast at Lukla hotel, you will check in to the airport and take your flight back to Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel.
End of the Trip!
What's Included?
- Everest Trekking Permit (Officially Known as Sagarmatha National Park Permit), Khumbu Village Rural Municipality Permit & TIMs Card (From TAAN)
- Kathmandu/Ramechep- Lukla- Kathmandu/Ramechep flight, and transfer
- 11 Nights/12 Days Everest Base Camp Trek on full board of meals plan (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, tea or coffees in a cup only, seasonal fruits)
- Trekking accommodation at comfortable & clean Mt. Lodge & Guest Houses (Nights staying in Phakding, Namche & Lukla will be in the attached bathroom)- Rooms on twin share
- One Advanced Adventures Nepal Trek Leader (Experienced, English Speaking, Gov. Licensed, first aid, and eco trained), required assistance Leader/s as per the group size, their entire expenses, equipment and insurance
- One trek Sherpa porter for every two trekkers for carrying their trek luggage (2 Trekkers: 1 Porter), all the payment, trek equipment, and insurance
- AA Trek Duffle Bag, Trekking Map, Adventure Certificate
- Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags while on trekking (To be returned after trek use)- rated to -15 Degree Celsius
- Group medicine Kit Box (first Aid Medicine)
- All the Gov. and Local taxes as per applicable
What's Not Included ?
- Any accommodation in Kathmandu
- Nepal Visa Fee (US$- 30 for 15 days)
- Your meals at Kathmandu (Except provided welcome/Farewell dinner and Breakfast)
- Cost of beverages (Such as mineral water, beer, etc.), Battery recharge, Phone Calls, WIFI use, extra porter, etc. while on the trek
- Travel Insurance (Must include Medical expenses, Helicopter evacuation, and Trip Cancellation)
- Personal nature expenses
- Tips to Guide, Assistance Guide/s and Sherpa Porters
- Any extending trips
The given cost is per person and excludes international flights. Below are the departure dates available for online booking. If the given date is not favorable, please contact us, and we will happily customize your trip on dates more appropriate for you.
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Lukla Flight Information
Flying to Lukla (Tenzing-Hillary Airport) has its own challenges and the chief among them is the weather. Lukla is surrounded by the peaks, the weather here is unpredictable and changes frequently. Flights operate only when the weather is stable and clear visibility. The chances of your Lukla flight getting canceled cannot be ruled out. If this happens, your EBC Trek may get extended by a day or two. So, we recommend you to keep buffer days so that you may not miss your international flight.
If there is a long delay due to bad weather for Lukla flight, it is better to use helicopter flight. We will secure a space for you on a helicopter flight but the cost for the helicopter flight is not included in the trip price so, you have to pay separately for the flight.
Due to overcrowding at the Kathmandu airport during the high season (Spring- March, April, May & Autumn - October, November), flights to and from Lukla now operate from Manthali Airport in Ramechhap. The airport lies 132km (4hrs drive) from Kathmandu.
Best Time to Travel
We do have two best seasons to attempt this trek to Everest Base Camp. As this trip is a big trip for you, we always suggest you come at the right time of the year as far as possible.
Spring: (March, April, May) - Best warmest time to trek. Rhododendron flowers in bloom- excellent trails and clear skies, best visibility. Good Temperature, warmest weather of the year.
Autumn: (Mid-September, October, November and Mid-December) - Excellent trails, clear blue skies, best visibility. Best Time to Trek
Winter: (Mid December, January, and February) are also good, but it’s obviously colder. You have to be prepared for this. It is up to you to plan this trek at this cold time or not.
Summer: Monsoon, so rain and visibility can be a big issue (From Mid-June, July, and August). We do not suggest you this time for the trek.
You can opt for a monsoon or winter trek if you want to avoid the crowds. You can enjoy some off-season discounts at teahouses which remain mostly empty during these times. But you should be ready to face some discomforts (rain, snow, and extreme cold) if you take to the trail at these times. The flights also get frequently canceled.
Altitude Sickness & Acclimatization Information
Altitude is related to air pressure. In fact, as altitude rises, air pressure drops. The human body reacts to high altitudes. Decreased air pressure means that less oxygen is available for breathing. One normal effect of altitude is shortness of breath, since the lungs have to work harder to deliver oxygen to the bloodstream.
Remember, you will be trekking to the world’s highest trekking destination, which lies well above 5000 meters beyond sea level. To let your body, get used to the thin air, you need to walk slowly keep your body hydrated. If you try to walk fast to reach your destination in less time, more chances to may suffer from AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness).
The symptoms of AMS is like dizziness, headache, nausea, shortness of breath, fatigue, etc., are seen at elevations above 3000 meters. Usually, these symptoms occur once you reach Namche.
Drinking plenty of fluids (water, tea, soup, etc.) and keeping your body hydrated will also help keep the sickness away. One should take the necessary precautions to ensure that the condition does not worsen. But if the symptoms worsen, one may have to return to a lower elevation and get medical help.
There are few clinics in during your trek period which offer basic care for minor sicknesses. In the worst-case scenario, an air evacuation will be arranged, where the patient will be flown to Kathmandu to receive medical treatment. AMS, if untreated or ignored, can take your life.
On a high-altitude trek like the trek to EBC, acclimatization is very important. Your body needs time to get used to thin air which can be done by resting at a lower altitude before reaching a higher elevation level. Our itinerary provides you two days for acclimatization. During your trek, you will be spending extra days at Namche (3440m) and Dingboche (4410m) to acclimatize successfully before trekking further.
Drinking-Water Information
During your trek, it is important to keep your body hydrated if in case you are dehydrate also causes altitude mountain sickness. So, you should drink at least 3-4 liters of fluids daily.
We highly recommend you to carry a re-usable water bottle with you, one that can hold hot water. You can use water purification tablets or an inbuilt filtration system to treat the water. While the water in the mountains tends to be pure and without impurities, it’s better not to take chances and filter or treat the water before drinking.
If you use chlorine or iodine tablets to treat the water may alter its taste so, you can add flavored electrolyte powder (available at pharmacies in Kathmandu) to mask the bitter taste. Adding electrolyte to your drinking water may also be beneficial as the minerals (sodium, potassium, magnesium, etc.) you lose while walking gets replenished.
If you want to use boiled water, teahouses offer at an additional cost. It can cost anywhere between US$ 1to US$ 4. The price increases gradually as you climb higher. You pay the highest for water at Gorak Shep, is around US$ 4. While cold water is provided free of charge, it is not advisable to drink untreated tap water.
Phone & Internet Connectivity on Everest Base Camp Trek
You are in the world’s highest trekking trail but internet connection (though erratic and irregular at some places) is available in the Everest Region. You can connect with your families and friends while trekking, post updates, and upload pictures on social media. Wi-fi is available at all teahouses up to Gorak Shep. But most of the teahouses will charge you extra for using their Wi-Fi.
It will be cheaper and easier to get sim card in Kathmandu and purchase internet data that could last you for your entire trip. Ncell (a private telecom company) sim card is advisable to use for this trek. The company offers 3G connectivity up to Everest Base Camp (5364m).
Packing Checklist for Everest Base Camp Trek
It is important to have correct clothing and equipment for safe trekking in Everest Base Camp. Here below, you will find our recommended list for packing to this trek.
Head: Sun hat or scarf, Light balaclava or warm fleece hat, Sunglasses with UV protection, and Lip balm
Upper Body: T- Shirts (2), Light and expedition weight thermal tops, Fleece jacket or pullover, Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional), Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Hands: Lightweight gloves
Lower Body: Underwear (3), Hiking shorts (2), Lightweight cotton long pants, Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms, Fleece or wool pants, Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric)
Feet: Thin, lightweight inner socks (3), Thick, warm wool hiking socks (2), Hiking boots with spare laces
Camp shoes (sneakers and/ or sandals)
Accessories: Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F, Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries, Small padlock or combination lock, Basic First Aid Kit, Large plastic bags- for keeping items dry inside trek bag
Daypack (you will carry your own small daypack), Water bottles (2), Hiking poles/ walking sticks
Toiletries: Soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothbrush etc., Earplugs, Small wash towel
Extras: Camera with extra batteries and cards/ film, Binoculars, Reading book |Trail Map/ Guide book
Journal & Pen, iPod & Travel games (i.e. cards, chess, and backgammon)
Most of the trekking equipment are available in Kathmandu. You can keep your baggage light by only packing the essential items and buying the rest in Kathmandu. Shops in Thamel offer branded as well locally made gear and equipment.
Guide(S) & Staff Arrangements
You are going for the highest trekking trail in the world so, having an experienced local guide accompanying you will enrich your trip in so many ways. Trekking with a person who has in-depth knowledge of the mountain will also keep you safe and secure. Our guides have experience of more than 10 years and have a vast knowledge of the area you are visiting. Our guides have completed the trekking guide course and have all the required government license to work as mountain trekking guides. They can communicate in English and have received wilderness first aid and crisis management training.
Our trek leader will lead the trek and for every 5 trekkers, there will be an assistant trek guide assisting them personally. One porter will carry the luggage of 2 clients. Ensure that your luggage does not exceed 15 kg, as the porter can only carry a weight of 30 kg.
All our Guides and Porters are provided with weather-appropriate gear and clothing to battle the harsh weather in the mountains. Before the start of a trek, we ensure that our mountain guides are fully insured. They are given fair wages and treated with respect.
Trip Safety information
Our Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary has been designed to ensure the safety of our clients by following all safety protocols during the trip. To prevent AMS, the required number of rest days has been added to the itinerary. Our guides always carry a first-aid medication kit and pulse oximeter (to measure the oxygen level in your blood) with them. The guides assigned to you have more than 10 years of experience and know what steps to take during an emergency. If a client shows symptoms of AMS and needs to descend to a lower elevation, an assistant guide will escort him/her and follow the safety protocol. He will closely monitor the client’s condition and take the required steps needed for the client's well-being.
If the client feels alright after a night’s rest, the guide will escort the him/her back to join the group. But if the condition worsens, the client will be escorted down to Lukla or get airlifted by helicopter to Kathmandu for further medical aid.
Entry Permits & Requirements
We will arrange permits for this Everest Base Camp trek. The permits are 1) Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit, and 2) Khumbu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit. Unlike other treks in the Himalaya, you won’t be needing a TIMS (Tourist Information Management System) card for this trek.
Travel Insurance & Vaccination
You must obtain personal travel insurance to join us for this Everest Base Camp Trek. You must be having a travel insurance which must cover helicopter evacuation, trip cancellation and medical expenses. And it is suggested that you buy your insurance policy from your homeland country before traveling as it is difficult buying local travel insurance policy for foreigners in Nepal. It would be advantageous for you also to choose a company that offers insurance cover on domestic and international flight cancellations and lost or stolen baggage
Vaccination is required to plan to your trip to Nepal but it is not a must to have thing to come, but highly suggested. Your doctor will have the information of vaccination you would require to the country you will be traveling.
Hepatitis A, Japanese Encephalitis, Polio, Rabies, Tetanus, Typhoid and Malaria etc. are the recommended vaccination for traveling to Nepal.
Trip Overview
Mount Everest Base Camp Trek, a journey that takes you through the heart of the Himalayas without the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu. This iconic trek offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the world's most awe-inspiring regions. This Everest Base Camp Trek is starting from the picturesque Lukla, you'll embark on a challenging yet rewarding journey through pristine forests, alpine meadows, and rugged glacial valleys. As you ascend higher, the majestic peaks of Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and Ama Dablam will unfold before your eyes, creating a truly unforgettable experience.
The main highlight of this trek: You can choose your own accommodation and activities in Kathmandu. Witness the grandeur of the world's highest mountain range up close. Interact with the friendly Sherpa people and learn about their unique traditions. Test your physical limits and conquer the heights of the Himalayas. Explore a variety of ecosystems, from lush forests to barren moonscapes.
The Everest Base Camp Trek offers flexibility for those who want to customize their experience. Whether you're a seasoned trekker or a first-time adventurer, there's an itinerary to suit your needs. You can choose to explore additional side trails, visit nearby monasteries, or simply take time to relax and soak in the stunning scenery.
Note: Our team always ready to help you book for your accommodation, transportation, and exciting tour activities for a hassle-free Kathmandu experience.
Detail Itinerary Expand All
Day 01 Fly to Lukla (35 Min Flight) & Trek to Phakding
Altitude: Lukla (2800m/9154ft) & Phakding (2650m/8692ft)
Activities: 3-4 Hours Trek (10-12 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Phakding
We drive to the airport early in the morning to take our flight to Lukla. The scenic 35 minutes flight to Lukla caters to the panorama of the peaks of Langtang, Rolwaling, and Annapurna Himalayan Ranges. Landing at Tenzing Hillary Airport in Lukla is a thrilling adventure. Instantly, after making the final arrangement for the Everest Base Camp Trek, we kick off. Trekking 200m downhill to Thado Koshi River, we cross the suspension bridge over it. The view of Mt. Kusum Kangru looming dramatically to the East is a wonderful view from the bridge. Beyond the bridge, the trek begins to gain altitude gradually to Ghat. Ghat is a Buddhist Village with wonderful Black Mani walls engraved with prayers in white. The final push from Ghat through scattered villages and yak herder's camps brings us to Phakding. The first day of the Everest Base Camp Trek ends at Phakding. Explore remaining time around this local village. Overnight at Mt. Lodge.
Day 02 Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Altitude: 3440m/11283ft
Activities: 5-6 Hours Trek(14-16 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Namche
The Everest Base Camp Trek today crosses suspension bridges over Dudh Koshi River five times. The first bridge we cross comes after five minutes of walking from our hotel in Phakding. Crossing it we trek through the forested trail on the left bank of the river for 35 minutes to Taktak. Exiting out of Taktak we get to see the magnificent view of Mt. Thamserku 6608m from a viewpoint. Almost thirty minutes of gentle walk from the viewpoint brings us to Banker. We cross the second bridge over Dudh Koshi River while making our way out of Banker. Trekking on the right bank of the river on the stony trail that goes uphill and down like the waves in the ocean, we arrive at Monjo. Walking through the typical Sherpa Village, we arrive at the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park. Trek downhill for twenty minutes on the stony trail to the river, cross the third bridge and arrive at Jorsale, where we stop for the lunch.
Post lunch, we cross the fourth bridge and trek along the right bank of the river for forty minutes to arrive at Larja Doban. At Larja Doban we sight the confluence of Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi River. There are two elevated bridges at Larja Doban. We cross the higher one and begin the uphill climb on the stony trail towards Namche. Almost after 1 and a half-hour of trek we arrive at Top Danda. Savoring the first view of Everest from Top Danda, we trek uphill for the next ninety minutes through pine forest to Namche.
Day 03 Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar
Altitude: 3440m/11283ft
Activities:Acclimatization Walk to Everest View Hotel
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Namche
Rest day during trek means to hike to higher elevation and trek down back for proper acclimatization. Today we will walk up to the Everest View Hotel, which lies at the altitude of 3880m (440m higher than Namche). 2.5 hours of an uphill hike on the stony trails of the open hill brings us to Everest View Hotel. Savor the views of Thamserku, Kusum Kangru, Kantega, Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam among others from the site. Trekking down back to Namche on the same trail is easy 1.5 hrs walk.
Rest of the time you may just explore Namche Bazaar, visit its Sherpa museum- a great place to learn Sherpa culture and history of mountaineering and if this happens to be Saturday, you would have a wonderful local market (Hatt Bazaar) at Namche Bazaar. It is interesting and a wonderful experience to understand how the locals exchange their goods or buy the necessary stuff from the market itself. Namche Bazaar, itself is a tourist shopping hub with all the required trekking and mountaineering clothing and equipment. O/N at Namche.
Day 04 Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Altitude: 3870m/12694ft
Activities: 5-6 Hours Trek(11-12 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Tengboche
We begin the trek with the uphill walk to emerge out of Namche. Thirty-minute walk along the twisted trail savoring the views of Everest, we arrive to Tenzing Norgay Memorial Stupa. Almost two hours of walk on the open hillside from the stupa brings us to Kyangjuma. The view of Dudh Koshi River Valley from Kyangjuma is exceptional. 300m downhill trek through the pine forest from Kayngjuma brings us to Phungitenga, where we have our lunch. Post lunch we cross the bridge over Dudh Koshi River and begin the uphill climb to Tengboche. The first one and half hour uphill walk to Tengboche are tougher along the stony trails whereas, the next one hour is a pleasant and gradual climb through the beautiful forest of pine and rhododendron. Tengboche, one of the most beautiful places in the Himalaya, is famous for its amazing views of Ama Dablam Mountain at the backdrop of Tengboche monastery itself. The Tengboche monastery is one of the biggest Buddhist monasteries of Khumbu region, your guide will take you to see these monastery surroundings, chant with Buddhist monks, enjoy the praying ceremony. O/N at Tengboche.
Day 05 Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche
Altitude: 4410m/14465ft
Activities: 5-6 Hours Trek(12-14 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Dingboche
Breakfast at Tyangboche then will start walking off this day. The trail descends down winding through the rhododendron forest to Devoche. Crossing a bridge over the raging Imja Khola River beyond Devoche, we hug the valley wall and then traverse to the plains of Pangboche village which is the biggest Sherpa village of Khumbu. Here we have a great chance to see the typical Sherpa people, culture and traditions. We will take a short hike to the monastery over to hill at Pangboche- probably the oldest monastery of Khumbu. Then, we walk thirty minutes through the village and hike for an hour through the open valley to Somare 4040m. Somare is the treeline border during Everest Base Camp Trek. We have our lunch at Somare and then begin the real adventure of Everest Base Camp Trek. Climbing gradually on an uphill trail through the glacial moraines and yak grazing lands for two and a half hours we arrive at Dingboche.
Day 06 Acclimatization Day in Dingboche
Altitude: 4410m/14465ft
Activities: Morning, Acclimatization walk to Nagarjun Hill or Chhukung Ri, Afternoon, Rest
Meals Plan: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Dingboche
On this day you will rest before the last leg of the journey. You may explore the surrounding Chhukung and Imja valleys which are connected with the most interesting Island Peak, the high passes of Amphu Laptse and Makalu Barun National park.
If you are interested, you may hike to the Chhukung Ri(5000m Approx) for the panorama of the valley or explore the Dingboche itself with its typical local peoples and their lifestyles.
However, we suggest you hike up to Nagarjun Hill, which is 300m higher than Dingboche and just 2-3 hours roundtrip. From the hilltop the views of Thamserku, Kantega, Ama Dablam, Makalu, Cholatse, and Island Peak among others are wonderful. O/N at Dingboche.
Day 07 Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Altitude: 4928m/16164ft
Activities: 6-7 Hours Trek(12-13 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Lobuche
From this day onward, the trek is gradual uphill; due to the altitude, it is harder and tough. However for two and half hours until reaching to Dungla, we walk mostly on the leveled trail that winds through yak herders shelters and grazing lands. At Dughla, we have a short breather and enjoy a hot cup of tea or coffee. One hour of uphill climb from Dughla brings us to Dugh-La Pass 4620m, which has the memorials of famous climbers who lost their lives during Everest Expedition. The memorials here include of Scott Fisher and Babu Chiri Sherpa. From the pass, the Everest Base Camp Trek now winds on the trail beside Khumbu Glacier for almost an hour to Lobuche. From Lobuche, we see the best views of Mt. Lobuche, Mt. Pumori and the Nuptse. O/N at Lobuche.
Day 08 Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5160m16925ft), Everest Base Camp Hike
Altitude: Everest Base Camp (5364m/17594ft)
Activities: 7-8 Hours Trek(12-14 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Gorekshep
The first hour of the trek today is an easy walk on the leveled trail. Then we climb up for 25 minutes or so followed by next thirty minutes of an easy hike to catch the glacial moraines of Mt. Pumori all the way to Gorakshep. Though it is quite early to have lunch at Gorakshep, we will have light lunch before kicking off the adventurous walk to Everest Base Camp.
Post lunch the walk of your lifetime to Everest Base Camp begins. Two and half hours of up and down trek on the glacial moraines extended from Khumbu Icefall is an adventurous roller coaster. Going down to the glacier crossing half of it all the way to Everest Base Camp is amazing fun walking. At Everest Base witness the colorful tents of Expedition Groups if it is peak season of climbing. Take enough photographs and feel the world's highest summit from the nearest proximity possible. At the latter half of the day trek back to Gorakshep for the overnight stay.
Day 09 Morning: Hike to Kalapathar for a Great View of Mt. Everest(8848m/29021ft). Afternoon: Trek Down to Pheriche
Altitude: Kalapattar (5545m/18188ft) & Pheriche (4250m/13940ft)
Activities: 6-8 Hours Trek(14-16 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Pheriche
Another big day of Everest Base Camp Trek- today we climb gradually uphill on grassland for two hours followed by twenty-five minutes of walk through the black rocks to the summit of Kalapattar. Kalapattar refers to black rock in Nepali. Kalapattar is a vantage point for the closest view of Everest. We get to see the whole of Everest from Kalapattar, which is a sight worthwhile enduring an early morning hike. Enjoy the 360-degree panorama of Everest and its siblings from Kalapattar.
Then, trek back on the retracing trail to your hotel, enjoy the breakfast and begin the trek downhill towards Periche. Until Dughla we tread on the retracing trail. From Dughla, we trek downhill to the flat valley of Periche. Overnight at Periche.
Day 10 Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Altitude: 3440m/11283ft
Activities: 5-7 Hours Trek(14-16 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Namche
From Periche we will walk thirty minutes to exit out of the village. In the next thirty minutes, we arrive at the bridge, cross it and hike up almost 80 meters to get to Periche Pass 4350m. From the pass, we slide down thirty minutes to merge back into the main trail of Everest Base Camp Trek, then retrace on the trail back to Namche. O/N at Namche.
Day 11 Trek from Namche to Lukla
Altitude: 2800m/9184ft
Activities: 6-7 Hours Trek (20-22 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Lukla
After the breakfast, we hike down a trail steeply descends to the Hillary Suspension Bridge and then continue walking over several local villages and most of the walking is through Dudh Koshi River valley and surroundings. Upon reaching Lukla, freshen up at your hotel and relax. Evening, you could have a party with your trekking crew as it is your celebration of successful Everest Base Camp Trek also the last night in the Everest Region. O/N at Lukla.
Day 12 Lukla/Ramechep - Kathmandu Flight
Altitude: 1350m/4428ft
Activities: Flight (35 Min)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/Farewell Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu
Our flights are in the morning for Kathmandu from Lukla. After breakfast at Lukla hotel, you will check in to the airport and take your flight back to Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel.
End of the Trip!
What's Included?
- Everest Trekking Permit (Officially Known as Sagarmatha National Park Permit), Khumbu Village Rural Municipality Permit & TIMs Card (From TAAN)
- Kathmandu/Ramechep- Lukla- Kathmandu/Ramechep flight, and transfer
- 11 Nights/12 Days Everest Base Camp Trek on full board of meals plan (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, tea or coffees in a cup only, seasonal fruits)
- Trekking accommodation at comfortable & clean Mt. Lodge & Guest Houses (Nights staying in Phakding, Namche & Lukla will be in the attached bathroom)- Rooms on twin share
- One Advanced Adventures Nepal Trek Leader (Experienced, English Speaking, Gov. Licensed, first aid, and eco trained), required assistance Leader/s as per the group size, their entire expenses, equipment and insurance
- One trek Sherpa porter for every two trekkers for carrying their trek luggage (2 Trekkers: 1 Porter), all the payment, trek equipment, and insurance
- AA Trek Duffle Bag, Trekking Map, Adventure Certificate
- Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags while on trekking (To be returned after trek use)- rated to -15 Degree Celsius
- Group medicine Kit Box (first Aid Medicine)
- All the Gov. and Local taxes as per applicable
What's Not Included ?
- Any accommodation in Kathmandu
- Nepal Visa Fee (US$- 30 for 15 days)
- Your meals at Kathmandu (Except provided welcome/Farewell dinner and Breakfast)
- Cost of beverages (Such as mineral water, beer, etc.), Battery recharge, Phone Calls, WIFI use, extra porter, etc. while on the trek
- Travel Insurance (Must include Medical expenses, Helicopter evacuation, and Trip Cancellation)
- Personal nature expenses
- Tips to Guide, Assistance Guide/s and Sherpa Porters
- Any extending trips
Departure Dates And Price
The given cost is per person and excludes international flights. Below are the departure dates available for online booking. If the given date is not favorable, please contact us, and we will happily customize your trip on dates more appropriate for you.
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Useful Information
Lukla Flight Information
Flying to Lukla (Tenzing-Hillary Airport) has its own challenges and the chief among them is the weather. Lukla is surrounded by the peaks, the weather here is unpredictable and changes frequently. Flights operate only when the weather is stable and clear visibility. The chances of your Lukla flight getting canceled cannot be ruled out. If this happens, your EBC Trek may get extended by a day or two. So, we recommend you to keep buffer days so that you may not miss your international flight.
If there is a long delay due to bad weather for Lukla flight, it is better to use helicopter flight. We will secure a space for you on a helicopter flight but the cost for the helicopter flight is not included in the trip price so, you have to pay separately for the flight.
Due to overcrowding at the Kathmandu airport during the high season (Spring- March, April, May & Autumn - October, November), flights to and from Lukla now operate from Manthali Airport in Ramechhap. The airport lies 132km (4hrs drive) from Kathmandu.
Best Time to Travel
We do have two best seasons to attempt this trek to Everest Base Camp. As this trip is a big trip for you, we always suggest you come at the right time of the year as far as possible.
Spring: (March, April, May) - Best warmest time to trek. Rhododendron flowers in bloom- excellent trails and clear skies, best visibility. Good Temperature, warmest weather of the year.
Autumn: (Mid-September, October, November and Mid-December) - Excellent trails, clear blue skies, best visibility. Best Time to Trek
Winter: (Mid December, January, and February) are also good, but it’s obviously colder. You have to be prepared for this. It is up to you to plan this trek at this cold time or not.
Summer: Monsoon, so rain and visibility can be a big issue (From Mid-June, July, and August). We do not suggest you this time for the trek.
You can opt for a monsoon or winter trek if you want to avoid the crowds. You can enjoy some off-season discounts at teahouses which remain mostly empty during these times. But you should be ready to face some discomforts (rain, snow, and extreme cold) if you take to the trail at these times. The flights also get frequently canceled.
Altitude Sickness & Acclimatization Information
Altitude is related to air pressure. In fact, as altitude rises, air pressure drops. The human body reacts to high altitudes. Decreased air pressure means that less oxygen is available for breathing. One normal effect of altitude is shortness of breath, since the lungs have to work harder to deliver oxygen to the bloodstream.
Remember, you will be trekking to the world’s highest trekking destination, which lies well above 5000 meters beyond sea level. To let your body, get used to the thin air, you need to walk slowly keep your body hydrated. If you try to walk fast to reach your destination in less time, more chances to may suffer from AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness).
The symptoms of AMS is like dizziness, headache, nausea, shortness of breath, fatigue, etc., are seen at elevations above 3000 meters. Usually, these symptoms occur once you reach Namche.
Drinking plenty of fluids (water, tea, soup, etc.) and keeping your body hydrated will also help keep the sickness away. One should take the necessary precautions to ensure that the condition does not worsen. But if the symptoms worsen, one may have to return to a lower elevation and get medical help.
There are few clinics in during your trek period which offer basic care for minor sicknesses. In the worst-case scenario, an air evacuation will be arranged, where the patient will be flown to Kathmandu to receive medical treatment. AMS, if untreated or ignored, can take your life.
On a high-altitude trek like the trek to EBC, acclimatization is very important. Your body needs time to get used to thin air which can be done by resting at a lower altitude before reaching a higher elevation level. Our itinerary provides you two days for acclimatization. During your trek, you will be spending extra days at Namche (3440m) and Dingboche (4410m) to acclimatize successfully before trekking further.
Drinking-Water Information
During your trek, it is important to keep your body hydrated if in case you are dehydrate also causes altitude mountain sickness. So, you should drink at least 3-4 liters of fluids daily.
We highly recommend you to carry a re-usable water bottle with you, one that can hold hot water. You can use water purification tablets or an inbuilt filtration system to treat the water. While the water in the mountains tends to be pure and without impurities, it’s better not to take chances and filter or treat the water before drinking.
If you use chlorine or iodine tablets to treat the water may alter its taste so, you can add flavored electrolyte powder (available at pharmacies in Kathmandu) to mask the bitter taste. Adding electrolyte to your drinking water may also be beneficial as the minerals (sodium, potassium, magnesium, etc.) you lose while walking gets replenished.
If you want to use boiled water, teahouses offer at an additional cost. It can cost anywhere between US$ 1to US$ 4. The price increases gradually as you climb higher. You pay the highest for water at Gorak Shep, is around US$ 4. While cold water is provided free of charge, it is not advisable to drink untreated tap water.
Phone & Internet Connectivity on Everest Base Camp Trek
You are in the world’s highest trekking trail but internet connection (though erratic and irregular at some places) is available in the Everest Region. You can connect with your families and friends while trekking, post updates, and upload pictures on social media. Wi-fi is available at all teahouses up to Gorak Shep. But most of the teahouses will charge you extra for using their Wi-Fi.
It will be cheaper and easier to get sim card in Kathmandu and purchase internet data that could last you for your entire trip. Ncell (a private telecom company) sim card is advisable to use for this trek. The company offers 3G connectivity up to Everest Base Camp (5364m).
Packing Checklist for Everest Base Camp Trek
It is important to have correct clothing and equipment for safe trekking in Everest Base Camp. Here below, you will find our recommended list for packing to this trek.
Head: Sun hat or scarf, Light balaclava or warm fleece hat, Sunglasses with UV protection, and Lip balm
Upper Body: T- Shirts (2), Light and expedition weight thermal tops, Fleece jacket or pullover, Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional), Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Hands: Lightweight gloves
Lower Body: Underwear (3), Hiking shorts (2), Lightweight cotton long pants, Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms, Fleece or wool pants, Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric)
Feet: Thin, lightweight inner socks (3), Thick, warm wool hiking socks (2), Hiking boots with spare laces
Camp shoes (sneakers and/ or sandals)
Accessories: Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F, Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries, Small padlock or combination lock, Basic First Aid Kit, Large plastic bags- for keeping items dry inside trek bag
Daypack (you will carry your own small daypack), Water bottles (2), Hiking poles/ walking sticks
Toiletries: Soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothbrush etc., Earplugs, Small wash towel
Extras: Camera with extra batteries and cards/ film, Binoculars, Reading book |Trail Map/ Guide book
Journal & Pen, iPod & Travel games (i.e. cards, chess, and backgammon)
Most of the trekking equipment are available in Kathmandu. You can keep your baggage light by only packing the essential items and buying the rest in Kathmandu. Shops in Thamel offer branded as well locally made gear and equipment.
Guide(S) & Staff Arrangements
You are going for the highest trekking trail in the world so, having an experienced local guide accompanying you will enrich your trip in so many ways. Trekking with a person who has in-depth knowledge of the mountain will also keep you safe and secure. Our guides have experience of more than 10 years and have a vast knowledge of the area you are visiting. Our guides have completed the trekking guide course and have all the required government license to work as mountain trekking guides. They can communicate in English and have received wilderness first aid and crisis management training.
Our trek leader will lead the trek and for every 5 trekkers, there will be an assistant trek guide assisting them personally. One porter will carry the luggage of 2 clients. Ensure that your luggage does not exceed 15 kg, as the porter can only carry a weight of 30 kg.
All our Guides and Porters are provided with weather-appropriate gear and clothing to battle the harsh weather in the mountains. Before the start of a trek, we ensure that our mountain guides are fully insured. They are given fair wages and treated with respect.
Trip Safety information
Our Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary has been designed to ensure the safety of our clients by following all safety protocols during the trip. To prevent AMS, the required number of rest days has been added to the itinerary. Our guides always carry a first-aid medication kit and pulse oximeter (to measure the oxygen level in your blood) with them. The guides assigned to you have more than 10 years of experience and know what steps to take during an emergency. If a client shows symptoms of AMS and needs to descend to a lower elevation, an assistant guide will escort him/her and follow the safety protocol. He will closely monitor the client’s condition and take the required steps needed for the client's well-being.
If the client feels alright after a night’s rest, the guide will escort the him/her back to join the group. But if the condition worsens, the client will be escorted down to Lukla or get airlifted by helicopter to Kathmandu for further medical aid.
Entry Permits & Requirements
We will arrange permits for this Everest Base Camp trek. The permits are 1) Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit, and 2) Khumbu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit. Unlike other treks in the Himalaya, you won’t be needing a TIMS (Tourist Information Management System) card for this trek.
Travel Insurance & Vaccination
You must obtain personal travel insurance to join us for this Everest Base Camp Trek. You must be having a travel insurance which must cover helicopter evacuation, trip cancellation and medical expenses. And it is suggested that you buy your insurance policy from your homeland country before traveling as it is difficult buying local travel insurance policy for foreigners in Nepal. It would be advantageous for you also to choose a company that offers insurance cover on domestic and international flight cancellations and lost or stolen baggage
Vaccination is required to plan to your trip to Nepal but it is not a must to have thing to come, but highly suggested. Your doctor will have the information of vaccination you would require to the country you will be traveling.
Hepatitis A, Japanese Encephalitis, Polio, Rabies, Tetanus, Typhoid and Malaria etc. are the recommended vaccination for traveling to Nepal.