Guide

Ace the Himalaya’s licensed and experienced English-speaking guide Porters during the trek for carrying luggage (1 porter for every 2 clients)

Flights

Round-trip airfare between Kathmandu/Manthali and Lukla

Accommodation

Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a 3-star hotel for 2 nights in Kathmandu; including breakfast (Private room accommodation can be organized at an extra cost) Twin-sharing guest house accommodation during the trek for 14 nights in the Everest Region with attached toilets in Lukla, Phakding & Namche

Transport

All (international and domestic) airport transfers on a tourist vehicle

Others

Permits for Sagarmatha/Everest National Park and TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) Wages, accommodation, meals, gear, insurance, and medications for all staff Filtered water in the trails using Katadyn Pocket Water Filter 1 Ace the Himalaya’s duffel/kit bag, trekking map, sun hat, and trip completion certificate All administrative expenses and government taxes

Meals

Breakfast in Kathmandu All your standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) including one hot drink and seasonal fruits A farewell dinner on the last night in Nepal

Not included:

Others

Meals (lunch and dinner) in Kathmandu International flight fare and airport departure tax Any beverages including bottled and boiled water Tips to trekking staff and driver Nepal Entry Visa (Visa can be acquired easily after your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu with a fee of USD 50 for 30 days visa and USD 125 for 90 days visa) Personal Trekking gear and equipment Any expenses other than the Price Include section

Insurance

Travel insurance along with high-altitude emergency evacuation coverage

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

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Day 1 Arrival In Kathmandu Airport (1,400 M/4,593 Ft)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival In Kathmandu Airport (1,400 M/4,593 Ft)

One of our officials will greet you at the Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, upon your arrival. We will take you to the hotel in our private tourist vehicle. Pre-trip meeting at the office with our trekking guide in the afternoon.

Note: Pre-trip meeting will be done at the office if you arrive before 4 pm and in your hotel itself if you arrive later in the evening. Be sure to bring two copies of passport-sized photos and a readable copy of your travel insurance policy to the meeting. These documents help to acquire trekking permits and related documentation during the trek. Pay the remaining balance of your invoice and sign in the legally binding trip form and non-liability disclaimer.

Overnight at Hotel. No meals included
Day 2 Fly To Lukla (2,804 M/9,199 Ft) And Trek To Phakding (2610 M/8,563 Ft) - 3 To 4 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fly To Lukla (2,804 M/9,199 Ft) And Trek To Phakding (2610 M/8,563 Ft) - 3 To 4 Hours

Manthali to Lukla Flight

The airport in Manthali, Ramechhap is about 4 to 5 hours away from Kathmandu. Wake up at 2:30 am and take an escorted shuttle to Manthali airport on a shared tourist vehicle. Board a 20-minute flight to Lukla. Manthali to Lukla flight is relevant during peak trekking months.

Kathmandu to Lukla Flight

Wake up at 5/6 am. Our staff will escort you to the airport’s domestic terminal in Kathmandu. Board a 35-minute flight to Lukla. Kathmandu to Lukla flight is relevant during the off-season of trekking.

Prepare your luggage for the trek the day before the flight. You will be arriving at the Tenzing Hillary Airport early in the morning. Breakfast in Lukla. Porters will meet group in Lukla and are assigned to carry luggage. For every two clients, one porter is assigned.

Today we trek to Phakding. The trail is straightforward. We head out of Lukla and follow the Dudh Koshi River with a downhill. The route connects to the Namche Bazaar trail, just above Chaurikharka (2,713 m). Continuing, we come across the small village of Ghat. After a brisk hike, we arrive at Phakding.
Day 3 Trek To Namche Bazaar (3,441 M/11,289 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Namche Bazaar (3,441 M/11,289 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours

We continue trekking along the banks of the Dudh Kosi, crossing the majestic river many times on exciting suspension bridges laden with prayer flags. After entering the Sagamartha National Park, the trail climbs steeply with breathtaking views. Namche Bazaar (considered the Gateway to Everest) is home to many quality restaurants, hotels, lodges, shops, money exchange services, internet cafes, and bakeries. Namche is the biggest town along the Everest trail.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
Day 4 Acclimatization In Namche Bazaar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Acclimatization In Namche Bazaar

We will spend a day in Namche Bazaar in order to acclimatize and adjust to the thinning air. We will trek a short distance to a museum that is celebrated for its exhibits of the traditional customs of the Sherpa people. We will also hike up the Syangboche Airport and the Everest View Hotel, one of the highest-placed hotels in the world. From this point, we can see rewarding views of the Himalayas including Mt Everest.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
Day 5 Trek To Phortse Thanga (3,680 M/12,073 Ft)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Phortse Thanga (3,680 M/12,073 Ft)

The trail climbs steeply out of the valley through rhododendron forest, and juniper and large conifers start to appear as the elevation increases making the trekking very pristine in spring. The trail passes through Yak Kharkas and summer settlements. The views of Khumbu La and Tawache are magnificent throughout the day.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
Day 6 Trek To Machhermo (4,470 M/14,665 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Machhermo (4,470 M/14,665 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours

We climb a ridge for an excellent view both down the valley to Kengtega and up towards Cho Oyu and descend to a river and again climb steeply to the terminal moraine of the Ngozumpz glacier. We will reach Machherma by early noon.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
Day 7 Trek To Gokyo (4,790 M) - 5 To 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Gokyo (4,790 M) - 5 To 6 Hours

The trek today takes us to one of our main destinations, Gokyo (4,790 m). We will make this camp our base for 2 nights as we will have a couple of sightseeing and hiking trips around Gokyo.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
Day 8 Trek To Gokyo Ri (5,483 M/17,988 Ft) And Back To Gokyo - 5 To 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Gokyo Ri (5,483 M/17,988 Ft) And Back To Gokyo - 5 To 6 Hours

Early in the morning, we have a steep climb up to the top of Gokyo Ri at an elevation of 5,483m. There are ample rewards for those who attempt this trip – you get stunning views of the super Gokyo valley, the massive Ngozumpa glacier, and an incredible panoramic view of the whole Khumbu Himalayas, including the giants Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Cho-Oyu and Gychung Kang. This day we have for acclimatization and afternoon back to the camp.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
Day 9 Trek To Thangna (4,500 M) - 4 To5 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Thangna (4,500 M) - 4 To5 Hours

Trek to the foot of Cho La pass. Accommodation in Thangna will be very basic and in a dormitory-based room because of its remoteness.

Overnight stay at a guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
Day 10 Cross Cho La Pass (5,300 M/17,388 Ft) Then Trek To Dzongla (4,710 M) - 7 To 8 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cross Cho La Pass (5,300 M/17,388 Ft) Then Trek To Dzongla (4,710 M) - 7 To 8 Hours

We start before sunrise at 4:00 or 5:00 am to reach the pass by 9:00 am – 10:00 am to dodge bad weather conditions of the noontime. We cross over at an altitude of 5,300 m where we could be exposed to strong winds if we cross too late. We start to climb steeply which is regularly used and easy to follow. However, the problem may arise due to the altitude and snow. It often causes terrible problems to cross the pass if it is covered by snow. As you reach the top, you are rewarded by the magnificent views, then we descend to the Dzongla at noon. Accommodation in Dzongla will be very basic and in the dormitory-style room because of its remoteness.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
Day 11 Trek To Lobuche (4,910 M/16,108 Ft) - 4 To 5 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Lobuche (4,910 M/16,108 Ft) - 4 To 5 Hours

A rather easier and shorter trekking route will take us to Lobuche after 4 hours of trekking.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
Day 12 Trek To Everest Base Camp (5,365 M/17,601 Ft) Then Back To Gorak Shep - 7 To 8 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Everest Base Camp (5,365 M/17,601 Ft) Then Back To Gorak Shep - 7 To 8 Hours

This is a difficult day to walk along the Khumbu Glacier and up to Everest Base Camp at 5,365 m the closest you can get to Mt. Everest without mountaineering equipment. There will likely be a team there about to attempt the summit. The view of the Khumbu Icefall from the Base Camp is spectacular. We return back to Gorak shep for the night.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
Day 13 Hike Up To Kala Patthar (5,555 M/18,225 Ft) Early In The Morning And Trek Down To Periche (4,200 M) - 7 To 8 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hike Up To Kala Patthar (5,555 M/18,225 Ft) Early In The Morning And Trek Down To Periche (4,200 M) - 7 To 8 Hours

This will be one of the most difficult yet rewarding days of the trek. Most of the morning on this day is spent climbing Mt. Kala Patthar, a small peak (by the Himalayan standards) at 5,555 m. The ascent is demanding but the climber gets the most magnificent mountain panorama: Everest, the highest point on the planet at 29,028ft (8,848 m), towers directly ahead, and on all sides loom the other giants, Nuptse, Pumori, Chagatse, Lhotse and countless others. We make a quick descent to Gorak Shep, a tiny hamlet at 5,180 m then trek down to Pheriche.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
Day 14 Trek To Namche Bazaar (3,441 M/11,289 Ft) - 7 To 8 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Namche Bazaar (3,441 M/11,289 Ft) - 7 To 8 Hours

Leaving the mountains behind us, our descent takes us through Pangboche and Tengboche before continuing to the town of Namche Bazaar. We arrive back in Namche in the afternoon.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
Day 15 Trek To Lukla (2,804 M/9,199 Ft) - 6 To 7 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Lukla (2,804 M/9,199 Ft) - 6 To 7 Hours

This is our last day of trekking as we return to Lukla where the trek began. We enjoy this time to reflect on the trek as a group and the personal achievement of all those who took part. The afternoon is free, so you can wander about, relax and enjoy a hot shower! In the evening, have a few celebratory drinks and dance with your teak mates.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
Day 16 Flight Back To Kathmandu Or Manthali (Ramechhap) From Lukla
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Flight Back To Kathmandu Or Manthali (Ramechhap) From Lukla

Flight to Manthali

The flight from Lukla to Manthali is 20 minutes. After that, it is about a 4 to 6-hour drive to Kathmandu. You’ll be transferred to the hotel in Kathmandu on a shared tourist vehicle. This is relevant for the peak trekking season from March to November.

Flight to Kathmandu

The flight to Lukla takes about 35 minutes. After arriving at the airport, you will be transferred to the hotel in Kathmandu via a shared tourist vehicle. This is relevant for the months outside peak trekking months.

If you would like to spend more time in Nepal, we offer trips to the popular destinations in Nepal. Pokhara tour, Chitwan National Park, Kathmandu Cultural Heritage Tours, etc., are some of our popular Nepal trips. In addition, we also provide outbound tours to Tibet, India, or Bhutan.

Overnight at a hotel. Breakfast Included
Day 17 Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure

The trip concludes – our airport representative will drop you at Kathmandu’s Tribhuwan International Airport for your flight departure from Nepal.

Breakfast Included

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Gokyo To Everest Base Camp Trek

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Itinerary of your trip Gokyo To Everest Base Camp Trek

Arrival In Kathmandu Airport (1,400 M/4,593 Ft)

Fly To Lukla (2,804 M/9,199 Ft) And Trek To Phakding (2610 M/8,563 Ft) - 3 To 4 Hours

Trek To Namche Bazaar (3,441 M/11,289 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours

Acclimatization In Namche Bazaar

Trek To Phortse Thanga (3,680 M/12,073 Ft)

Trek To Machhermo (4,470 M/14,665 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours

Trek To Gokyo (4,790 M) - 5 To 6 Hours

Trek To Gokyo Ri (5,483 M/17,988 Ft) And Back To Gokyo - 5 To 6 Hours

Trek To Thangna (4,500 M) - 4 To5 Hours

Cross Cho La Pass (5,300 M/17,388 Ft) Then Trek To Dzongla (4,710 M) - 7 To 8 Hours

Trek To Lobuche (4,910 M/16,108 Ft) - 4 To 5 Hours

Trek To Everest Base Camp (5,365 M/17,601 Ft) Then Back To Gorak Shep - 7 To 8 Hours

Hike Up To Kala Patthar (5,555 M/18,225 Ft) Early In The Morning And Trek Down To Periche (4,200 M) - 7 To 8 Hours

Trek To Namche Bazaar (3,441 M/11,289 Ft) - 7 To 8 Hours

Trek To Lukla (2,804 M/9,199 Ft) - 6 To 7 Hours

Flight Back To Kathmandu Or Manthali (Ramechhap) From Lukla

Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure

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