Guide

One highly experienced, helpful and friendly guide and their food, accommodation, salary and equipment. Accident insurance for all staff.

Transport

All ground transport by a private vehicle including airport transfers.

Accommodation

Best available twin sharing lodge for accommodation during the trek. Two nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.

Flights

Round trip flight Kathmandu – Lukla / Lukla – Kathmandu including departure taxes.

Others

Sagarmatha National Park entry permit fee. Use of sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, and walking poles (if you don’t have your own, to be returned after the trip is completed). TIMS Fee- Trekkers’ Information Management System (Please bring 2 passport-size photos for permit)

Meals

Three daily meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.

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Insurance

Personal Travel Insurance not included.

Optional

sherpa Trekking Porter (One porter for two peoples)

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu Transfer To Hotel.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu Transfer To Hotel.

Welcome to Kathmandu! A city full of vibrant markets, bustling streets, and discover colorful temples and grand pagodas.

Our representative guide will receive you from an international airport and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day you’ll explore this enthralling city.

In the evening, our tour mountain expert will give you a brief orientation about the trek. You can do shopping and buy your necessary trekking gears near the city.
Day 2 Day 2: Short Flight To Lukla–Trek To Phakding
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Short Flight To Lukla–Trek To Phakding

On the second day, you’ll begin your journey with a breath-taking Himalayan flight to Lukla. Lukla is a small town perched on a mountainside and has an airport with a single runway.

After this scenic flight, you’ll again set off via blooming rhododendrons, magnolia trees, and pine forests to Phakding.

Once you reach Phakding, you can visit the local monastery. Rest of the time make sure to take good rest and be ready for the real challenge ahead!

You have enough options to choose for accommodation and food during the overnight stay.
Day 3 Day 3: Trek To Namche Bazaar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Trek To Namche Bazaar

On the third day, you’ll be heading towards Namche Bazaar. The trek begins with a walk ascending via beautiful pine forests along the banks of Dudh Koshi river. You’ll cross the Hillary Suspension Bridge, named after the iconic Sir Edmund Hillary.

You’ll again walk into Sagarmatha National Park, where you’ll get to see some rare wild species such as Himalayan Bear, Thur, Red Panda, and many more.

Cherish the moment! Here you’ll get the first view of Mt. Everest.

After reaching Namche Bazaar, you’ll rest for the night. Better known as the gateway to Mt. Everest, Namche Bazaar is the main trading center of Khumbu region.

Also, you can stay at the Everest View Hotel, a luxurious hotel in the highest altitude in the world, if you choose to.
Day 4 Day 4: Acclimatization Day Trip To Namche Bazaar.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Acclimatization Day Trip To Namche Bazaar.

On the fourth day, you’ll take a rest day in Namche.

But actually, there will not be any rest at all. You’ll get a chance to adjust your body to the altitude. You need to also follow the advice “hike high and sleep low”. To adjust to higher altitude you’ve to hike to a higher elevation and then return to sleep at a lower elevation.

For acclimatization, you’ll take a day trip to Namche Bazaar. Here you’ll climb 300 meters to the town of Khumjung.

Also, you’ll visit some local schools and a Buddhist monastery.

You’ll spend your night at Namche Bazaar.
Day 5 Day 5: Trek To Tengboche
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Trek To Tengboche

On the fifth day, the trail begins after walking across the stone steps to reach the Mongla Pass at an altitude of 3,975 m.

From here, you can get an awesome view of Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku, and Mt. Khumbila. All these mountains are regarded by Sherpas as sacred mountain of the patron god of the Khumbu region.

Tengboche is famous for the largest monastery of the Khumbu region. You’ll visit this monastery and receive a blessing. Here you’ll meet climbers who just came to receive a blessing before attempting the summit of Everest.

You also can read special prayers for the safety and success of the safe trek from the head lamas. And, in expedition season you may also get chance to greet those preparing for the the Everest expeditions.
Day 6 Day 6: Trek To Dingboche
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Trek To Dingboche

On the sixth day, you’ll continue today through lush alpine forests. You’ll come across several small villages on the path. Here you’ll get a great opportunity to see how the local Nepalese live.

Passing via the Khumbila Khola valley and ascending towards the ridgeline, you will be awe-stricken by the surrounding landscapes. You will witness the jaw-dropping mountain: Mt. Taboche, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Cholatse, and many other.

While you reach Dingboche, you’ll notice the landscape started to change. Treeline will be replaced with low shrub and a desert feel. You’ll love seeing the landscape changes. You’ll spend a night in Dingboche.
Day 7 Day 7: Acclimatization Day Trip To Dingboche.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Acclimatization Day Trip To Dingboche.

The seventh day is your second acclimatization day and you’ll trek up a steep mountain to allow yourself to acclimatize.

The trail is quite, steep, and rocky at points, but at every turn, the vistas become more spectacular.

You’ll get some amazing views of Ama Dablam and other giant peaks with prayer flags at the viewpoint. If you wish and time allows you, you can climb another hour or to the top of the hill for even better views.

After admiring the view you’ll again retrace back to Dingboche and take rest for few hours. You’ll spend a night at Dingboche.
Day 8 Day 8: Trek To Lobuche
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Trek To Lobuche

On the eight days, you’ll head towards Lobuche via the steep terminal moraine left by the Khumbu Glacier. Gently, you’ll pass huge boulders displaced by the glacier.

You might feel little difficult while climbing uphill but don’t worry the jaw-dropping mountain views will keep you motivated!

At the top of the hill, there are numerous memorials for climbers who’ve lost their lives climbing Mt. Everest. You can spend some time there and commemorate their daring decision to choose Everest expedition.

After climbing for some time you’ll reach to Lobuche. Here you’ll find a small cluster of lodges and you’ll be almost at your highest altitude. You’ll spend your night at Lobuche.
Day 9 Day 9: From Lobuche Trek To Gorak Shep And Trek To Everest Base Camp (Ebc) – Back To Gorak Shep
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: From Lobuche Trek To Gorak Shep And Trek To Everest Base Camp (Ebc) – Back To Gorak Shep

Finally, this is the most awaiting day of the whole journey as you’ll climb to EBC. On a ninth day, you’ll wake up early in the morning and move towards Gorak Shep, another small outpost of lodging. Actually, it was the original base camp in the 1953 expedition, the last before EBC.

As you continue the trail to Gorak Shep, the Khumbu Glacier will come into view soon. As you come near the Gorak Shep, the trail will become rough as you’ll be walking over a large rock, up and down.

After you reach Gorak Shep, you’ll take some rest and drop your backpack at Gorak Shep and move onward to EBC. Slowly walking at your own pace is recommended to prevent the high altitude sickness problem.

Slowly, you’ll approach the top of the Khumbu Glacier and soon you’ll get a view of the Khumbu Icefall.

After few hours of a hike, you’ll be at the site where so much history has been made, Everest Base Camp at an altitude of 5,364 m. The experience will intensify you more by the sense of achievement of making it up here. Well done!

Then, you’ll descend down the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier, you’ll take down your way to Gorak Shep and spend overnight.
Day 10 Day 10: Hike Up To Kala Pattar And Then Trek To Periche
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Hike Up To Kala Pattar And Then Trek To Periche

On the tenth day, you’ll hike to the highest point of your trek, Kala Pattar.

The one real fact is Mt. Everest cannot be seen from Base Camp, as the Mt. Lhotse sits right in front of it. So, it is considered the best viewpoint in the entire Khumbu region.

From the top of the hill, you’ll have 360-degree views of Himalayan giants like Khumbutse, Changtse, Lhotse, Nuptse, and of course Mt. Everest!

The views from the top are incredible!

Once you’ve captured all your moment, you’ll start heading towards Pheriche.

You’ll spend overnight at Pheriche.
Day 11 Day 11: Trek To Namche Bazaar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Trek To Namche Bazaar

On the eleventh day, you’ll reverse your steps from day 1 and 2 from the beginning of your trek as you’ll head down the massive hill before Namche.

You’ll start your hike with gentle up and down hills. Again, you’ll cross suspension bridges and pass through small villages. Here you’ll meet other trekkers heading towards the opposite direction.

After a few hours of a hike, you’ll reach Namche Bazaar, the capital city of Khumbu valley. After arriving here, you’ll have a huge relief. For obvious reason, there are lots of lodges, cafe, restaurants, and different shops. Here you can celebrate your accomplishment. You’ll spend a night at Namche Bazaar.
Day 12 Day 12: Namche To Lukla
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Namche To Lukla

On the twelfth day, you’ll trek back and it’ll be your last day of the walk. Again, you’ll descend further down crossing several suspension bridges.

Trekking further all the way to Dudh Koshi river, you’ll arrive at Phakding. You’ll have some rest here and follow small ascend to Lukla.

Here, you can again enjoy some best cuisine and hot shower. This will be the final day in Everest region. You’ll spend last night of your trek in Lukla.

Once again, you can celebrate your successful journey with fellow trekkers.
Day 13 Day 13: Fly Back To Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Fly Back To Kathmandu

On thirteen day, you’ll return back to Kathmandu from Lukla by twin-otter plane. Once again, you’ll be facing off with dramatic scenery on the way back.

You can enjoy the final views of these amazing snow-capped peaks. After arriving at Kathmandu you can spend the rest of day in Kathmandu celebrating your success. If you want you can explore the city and do shopping for your loved ones and relatives.

You’ll spend a night at Kathmandu.
Day 14 Day 14: Final Departure Day
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Final Departure Day

With final goodbyes, you’ll be heading back to your home. Our representatives will drop you off at an international airport.

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Itinerary of your trip Everest Base Camp Trekking

Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu Transfer To Hotel.

Day 2: Short Flight To Lukla–Trek To Phakding

Day 3: Trek To Namche Bazaar

Day 4: Acclimatization Day Trip To Namche Bazaar.

Day 5: Trek To Tengboche

Day 6: Trek To Dingboche

Day 7: Acclimatization Day Trip To Dingboche.

Day 8: Trek To Lobuche

Day 9: From Lobuche Trek To Gorak Shep And Trek To Everest Base Camp (Ebc) – Back To Gorak Shep

Day 10: Hike Up To Kala Pattar And Then Trek To Periche

Day 11: Trek To Namche Bazaar

Day 12: Namche To Lukla

Day 13: Fly Back To Kathmandu

Day 14: Final Departure Day

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