Overview

Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most popular trekking routes in the world, attracting thousands of visitors every year. The trek takes you to the base of the highest mountain on Earth, Mount Everest, and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding Himalayas. The trek usually takes around 10-15 days, depending on your itinerary, and is an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in the unique culture and way of life of the Sherpa people.

The trek begins in Lukla, a small town in the SoluKhumbu district of Nepal. From here, trekkers follow a well-established trail that winds its way through the Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The park is home to some of the world's most stunning mountain scenery, including several of the world's highest peaks. Along the way, trekkers will pass through traditional Sherpa villages and cross high-altitude suspension bridges, offering a glimpse into the life of the local people.

As you progress towards the base camp, the landscape becomes increasingly rugged and remote, with the peaks of the Himalayas growing more and more imposing. The final stretch of the trek takes you up the steep and rocky valley leading to the base camp, which is situated at an altitude of 5,364 meters (17,598 feet). The base camp itself is a bustling hub of activity, with climbers from all over the world preparing to make their ascent of Mount Everest.

The trek to the base camp is a physically demanding one, but with proper preparation and acclimatization, it is achievable for most people in good physical condition. It is important to take the trek slowly and acclimatize properly to minimize the risk of altitude sickness. Many trekkers choose to spend an extra day or two in the villages along the route, allowing their bodies to acclimate to the increasing altitude.

One of the most rewarding aspects of the Everest Base Camp Trek is the opportunity to experience the unique culture and way of life of the Sherpa people. The Sherpa are a close-knit community of Tibetan descent who have lived in the Solu-Khumbu region for centuries. They are renowned for their mountaineering skills and are an integral part of the climbing culture on Mount Everest. The trek takes you through several traditional Sherpa villages, where you can observe their daily life and learn about their customs and traditions.

The trek also offers the chance to experience some of the local cuisine and hospitality. Traditional Sherpa dishes include dal bhat, a hearty lentil soup served with rice, and momos, steamed dumplings filled with vegetables or meat. Tea houses along the route offer simple but comfortable accommodations and delicious meals, providing a warm and welcoming refuge from the elements.

In conclusion, the Everest Base Camp Trek is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that offers a unique combination of stunning mountain scenery, cultural immersion, and physical challenge. Whether you are an experienced trekker or a beginner, the trek is an unforgettable journey that will take you to the heart of the Himalayas and the base of the highest mountain on Earth. With proper preparation, it is an achievable and rewarding experience that will stay with you for a lifetime.

Facts of the Everest Base Camp Trek
Accommodation:- Hotel in cities /Teahouse lodge  in Trek
Grade:- Moderate/Strenuous
Best time to visit:- September to December / February to May
Culture: Sherpa
Elevation up to:- 5644.5 m(18519ft) /kalapathar
Trek start:- Kathmandu
Trek end:- Kathmandu
Group size:- 1+

Highlights of Everest Base Camp Trek
•Enjoy adventure trekking trails.
•Wonderful view of the world's highest peak.
•Spend several days moving through the homelands of the Sherpa people.
•See Buddhist monasteries in Tengboche, Panboche and close up views of Mt. Everest and adjoining Ama Dablam.
•Spend two nights at Namche Bazaar, the bustling market town in the heart of Sherpa country.
•See a cluster of houses set among the high summer grazing pastures of the region.
•Main highlight will be the brilliant views of the Mt Everest, Pumari which clarify from the summit of Kalapathar.
•Marvel at the extradinary ice sculptures of the Khumbu Glacier.

Basic Itinerary of Everest Base Camp Trek
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport we will meet you and transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Trip briefing Trek preparing  and Kathmandu city sightseeing day
Day 03: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding, 35 min flight and 4 hours walk.
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar, 6 hours walk.
Day 05: Acclimatization day.
Day 06: Trek to Tengboche, 5 hours walk.
Day 07: Trek to Dingboche,5 hours walk.
Day 08: Acclimatization Day.
Day 09: Trek to Lobuche, 5 hours walk.
Day 10: Trek to Gorak Shep and EBC, 8 hours walk.
Day 11: Hike up to Kalapatthar  then trek down to Periche,8 hours walk.
Day 12: Trek to Namche Bazaar, 7 hours walk .
Day 13: Trek down to Lukla, 7 hours walk.
Day 14: Fly back to Kathmandu.
Day 15: Flight reserve day.
Day 16: Departure.

Details Itinerary

Details Itinerary of Everest Base Camp Trek- 16 Days

 Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (Altitude 1,400m. /4,593ft.)

 • Arrival at Kathmandu airport, received by Best Trekking in Nepal representative.                                                                                                                 • Transfer to the hotel.                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • Welcome dinner at a traditional Nepalese restaurant.                                                                                                                                                               • Overnight at Kathmandu Hotel.

 Day 02: Trip Briefing, Trek Preparation, and Kathmandu City Tour

 • Morning: Pre-trip meeting, briefing, and trek preparation.                                                                                                                                                     • Afternoon: Kathmandu city sightseeing tour.                                                                                                                                                                           • Visit UNESCO world heritage sites; Hanumandhoka (Kathmandu) Durbar Square, Swyambhunath Stupa (Monkey temple), and Patan Durbar Square.   • Overnight at Kathmandu hotel.

 Day 03: Flight to Lukla (2860m. /9383 ft.) and Trek to Phakding Village (Altitude 2,652m. /8,700 ft.)

 • Early morning flight to Lukla (35 minutes / 135 Km /84 miles- air distance).                                                                                                                       • Trek from Lukla to Phakding (distance 8 km / 5 miles - 4 hours walking).                                                                                                                             • Enjoy scenic views along the Dudh Kosi River.                                                                                                                                                                       • Overnight at a mountain lodge.

 Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (Altitude 3,440m. /11,286 ft.)                                                                                                                   

 • Trek through traditional homes, forests, and fields.                                                                                                                                                                   • Enter Sagarmatha National Park.                                                                                                                                                                                             • Reach Namche Bazaar after a steep climb (distance 10 km/ 6.2 miles - 6 hours walking).                                                                                                     • Overnight at a mountain lodge.

 Day 05: Acclimatization Hike for Views of Mt. Everest (Altitude 3,880m. /12,730 ft.)

 • Hike to Everest View Hotel for panoramic views.                                                                                                                                                                   • Visit villages of Kunde and Khumjung. (Distance 8 km/5 miles – 4 /5 hours walking)                                                                                                           • Explore Sherpa Capital city 'Namche Bazaar'.                                                                                                                                                                           • Overnight at a mountain lodge.

 Day 06: Trek to Thyangboche or Diboche (Altitude 3,867m. /12,687 ft.)

 • Trek to Thyangboche. (Distance 11 km /6.8 miles – 5 hours walking)                                                                                                                                     • Visit Thyangboche Monastery.                                                                                                                                                                                                 • Enjoy sunset views of mountains.                                                                                                                                                                                             • Overnight at a mountain lodge.

 Day 07: Trek to Dingboche (Altitude 4,410m. / 14,470 ft.)

 • Descend through forests to Pangboche.                                                                                                                                                                                   • Admire Himalayan vistas and Pangboche village /Monastery.                                                                                                                                                 • Beautiful Trail to Dingboche. (Distance 12 km / 7.5 miles- 5/6 hours walking)                                                                                                                     • Overnight at a mountain lodge.

 Day 08: Acclimatization Day at Dingboche (Altitude 5.083 m. /16677 ft.)

 • Climb Nangkartshang Peak for acclimatization. (Distance both way 8 km / 5 miles- 4 hours walking)                                                                                 • Enjoy views of tall peaks.                                                                                                                                                                                                         • Overnight at a mountain lodge.

 Day 09: Trek to Lobuche (Altitude 5000 m. /16,404 ft.)

 • Trek past Khumbu Glacier terminal moraine.                                                                                                                                                                           • Reach Lobuche, enjoy views of Nuptse. (Distance 10 km / 6.2 miles- 5/6 hours walking)                                                                                                     • Overnight at a mountain lodge.

 Day 10: Visit Everest Base Camp (5364 m./ 17,598 ft.) and overnight at Gorak Shep (Altitude 5,180m. /16994 ft.)

 • Trek to Everest Base Camp and Return to Gorakshep (Distance 10 km / 6.2 miles- 7 hours walking).                                                                                   • Explore Khumbu IceFall and surrounding peaks.                                                                                                                                                                     • Overnight at a mountain lodge.

Day 11: Climb Kalapatthar (5,644 m./ 18,517 ft.) and Descend to Pheriche (Altitude 4,371m. /14,341 ft.)

 • Early climb to Kala Patthar for sunrise and mountain views. (Distance both way 4 km / 2.4 miles – 3 hours walking)                                                         • Descend to Gorak Shep, then Pheriche. (Distance 11 km / 6.8 miles- 4.5/5 hours walking)                                                                                                   • Overnight at a mountain lodge.

 Day 12: Trek Back to Namche Bazaar (Altitude 3,440m. /11,286 ft.)

 • Descend through rhododendron and juniper forests.                                                                                                                                                                 • Reach Namche Bazaar. (Distance 18 km / 11.2 miles- 6/7 hours walking)                                                                                                                              • Overnight at a mountain lodge.

 Day 13: Descend to Lukla (Altitude 2,860m. /9,383 ft.)

 • Trek downhill, cross suspension bridges, and pass monasteries.                                                                                                                                             • Reach Lukla (Distance 18 km / 11.2 miles- 6/7 hours walking).                                                                                                                                               • Overnight at a mountain lodge.

 Day 14: Flight Back to Kathmandu

 • Catch an early morning flight to Kathmandu. (35 minutes / 135 Km /84 miles- air distance).                                                                                                 • Rest or explore Kathmandu city.                                                                                                                                                                                               • Overnight at Kathmandu hotel.

 Day 15: Free Day

 • Flight reserve day for Lukla weather conditions.                                                                                                                                                                     • Free day for leisure or optional activities.                                                                                                                                                                               • Overnight at Kathmandu hotel.                                                                                                                                                                                                 • Farewell Dinner with Nepali family.

 Day 16: International Departure

 • Drop-off at Tribhuvan International Airport 3 hours before your flight time for departure.

 Please note that this itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions, group preferences, and other factors. Make sure to check with us for the most up-to-date and accurate information before embarking on the trek.

Price Cover

Cost Include
•Normal tourist stranded Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with Breakfast.(Note: USD 140 extra per person is required, if you wish to upgrade the accommodation to a three star hotel and USD 340 per person is required, if you wish  to upgrade the accommodation to a five star hotel in Kathmandu.)
• 3 meals a day  (Breakfast-lunch-dinner) with cup of tea during the trek.
•One Experience Trekking guide & one porter for Each Two Trekker with their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance.
•All necessary paper works and Sagarmatha National park Entry Permits.
•Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS).
•All accommodation During the Trek Available Lodge /Tea Houses.
•Airport picks up/ drops and all ground transports in private vehicle
•One full day Kathmandu city sightseeing  tour.
•First aid medical kit (with the guide).
•Trekking map and trip achievement certificate.
•Round trip flight Kathmandu – Lukla and Lukla – Kathmandu including departure taxes.
•Welcome and Farewell Dinner.
•Government taxes & office service charge.

Cost Exclude
•Personal Equipment for Trekking.
•International air fare to/from Kathmandu
•Nepal entry visa
•Personal expenses.
•Lunch & evening meals in Kathmandu.
•Emergency/ Rescue evacuation.
•Tipping (Tips) for trekking staffs.

(Note : if you don't have enough holiday  for do it, can cut down Day 02 and Day 15)

FAQ

What to Remember
Note: Would you like to make an Everest base camp  shorter or longer. And if you like to trekking more than Trekking itinerary , you can do city sightseeing tour in Kathmandu & 2 Night /3 days Jungle safari in Chitwan ,white water River rafting, or mountain flight, Let us know your suggestion accordingly. Regarding this program please do not hesitate to send us an email.

Bering these  Equipment for Everest base camp Trek (EBC)

Down jacket
During day-light weight cotton pants
At night-track top, pants
Cotton T-Shirts
Sun hat
Thick outer woolen socks, thin inner cotton
Vaseline for feet and crouch
Water bottle-2 liters
Iodine to purify water
Sunglasses
Toilet paper and cig. lighter
Small headlamp / flashlight / torch with spare batteries
Personal medical supplies-do not forget band-aids, elastic bandage
Pocket knife
Sunscreen, sun bock, sun-tan lotion
Small daypack-25 liters
Rain jacket-poncho style to cover backpack
Water proof pant
First aid kit
Small towels
Sleeping bag to-15 c with inner sheet
A pair of gloves
Snow glasses and strap
Snow gaiters

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