Everest Base Camp Trek
The classic trek to the foot of the world's highest mountain. This 14-day journey takes you through the heart of Sherpa country, from the bustling hub of Namche Bazaar to the tranquil monasteries of Tengboche and Pangboche, culminating at Everest Base Camp (5,364m) and the summit of Kala Patthar (5,545m) for the iconic sunrise view of Everest.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival in Kathmandu
Welcome to Nepal. Transfer to hotel, expedition briefing, gear check.
Fly to Lukla, Trek to Phakding
Early morning flight to Lukla (2,860m). Gentle descent to Phakding through Sherpa villages.
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Cross suspension bridges, enter Sagarmatha National Park, steep climb to Namche.
Acclimatization Day in Namche
Hike to Everest View Hotel (3,880m) for first Everest views. Visit Sherpa Culture Museum.
Namche to Tengboche
Contour above Dudh Koshi, climb through rhododendron forest to Tengboche Monastery.
Tengboche to Dingboche
Descend to Imja Khola, climb to Pangboche, continue to Dingboche with Ama Dablam views.
Acclimatization in Dingboche
Hike to Nangkartshang Peak (5,100m) for Makalu, Lhotse, Cholatse views.
Dingboche to Lobuche
Climb past memorial chortens at Thukla, traverse lateral moraine of Khumbu Glacier.
Lobuche to EBC, Return to Gorak Shep
Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) on Khumbu Glacier. Return to Gorak Shep.
Kala Patthar Summit, Descend to Pheriche
Pre-dawn ascent of Kala Patthar (5,545m) for sunrise on Everest. Descend to Pheriche.
Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Long descent through Pangboche, Tengboche, and Kyangjuma to Namche.
Namche to Lukla
Final trekking day. Descend to Lukla via Monjo and Phakding. Farewell dinner with crew.
Fly to Kathmandu
Early morning flight to Kathmandu. Afternoon at leisure. Celebration dinner.
Departure
Transfer to airport for international departure.
What's Included
- • Airport transfers (domestic & international)
- • 3 nights Kathmandu hotel (B/B, twin share)
- • Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flights
- • All trekking permits (Sagarmatha NP, Khumbu Rural Municipality)
- • TIMS card
- • Experienced English-speaking guide (1:4 ratio)
- • Porter service (1 porter per 2 clients, max 20kg)
- • All teahouse accommodation during trek
- • All meals during trek (B/L/D)
- • Guide & porter insurance, wages, equipment, food, accommodation
- • First aid kit, oximeter, satellite phone (emergency)
- • Welcome & farewell dinners in Kathmandu
- • Government taxes & service charges
What's Excluded
- • International airfare
- • Nepal visa fees (USD 30/15 days, USD 50/30 days, USD 125/90 days)
- • Travel insurance (mandatory, must cover high-altitude trekking to 6,000m)
- • Personal trekking gear
- • Alcoholic & bottled beverages
- • Hot showers, WiFi, charging at teahouses (pay locally)
- • Tips for guide & porter (guideline: USD 10-15/day guide, USD 8-10/day porter)
- • Extra nights in Kathmandu due to early return/flight delays
- • Helicopter evacuation (covered by your travel insurance)
- • Any services not mentioned in inclusions
Gear & Equipment Checklist
- ["Broken-in trekking boots","Down jacket (800+ fill)","Fleece jacket","Base layers (top\/bottom)","Trekking pants (2-3)","Insulated gloves + liner gloves","Warm hat + sun hat","Headlamp + extra batteries"]
- ["Trekking poles","Gaiters","Down booties for evenings","Sleeping bag liner","Sunglasses (Cat 3-4)","Sunscreen SPF 50+","Water bottles (2L capacity)","Water purification tablets"]
- ["Camera","Binoculars","Journal","Playing cards","Earplugs","Neck gaiter\/buff"]