Exciting Everest Base Camp Trekking

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1310m)

Upon your arrival in Kathmandu at Tribhuvan International airport, you will be met and greeted by a company representative. Then you will transfer to the hotel where you will receive a brief about the trek to Mount Everest Base camp. 

Day 02: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (30 mins flight) and trek to Phakding (2610m): 3-4 hrs

Drive to the domestic terminal of the Kathmandu airport at least 1 hour before the flight. After flying to Lukla, arranging your bags, and meeting your porters, trek downhill to the lodges at Cheplung. From here the trail contours along the side of the Dudh Kosi valley before ascending to Ghat (Lhawa; 2530m). The trail climbs again to Phakding at 2610m above sea level. Overnight at Tea House

Day 03: Trek Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3420m): 5-6 hrs

The train crosses the river on the long, swaying bridge and then leads you along the river to climb to Benkar (2700m). A short distance beyond Benkar the trail crosses the Dudh Koshi River to its east bank on a suspension bridge and climbs to Chumoa. It’s a short climb through the forest to Monjo (2800m), where we can have lunch. Trek to Jorsale (2830m), the last settlement before Namche Bazar, the trail crosses back to the east side of the river before climbing to the high suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi River.

It is steady two hours ascend from here to Namche Bazaar. As this is the first climb to an altitude where AMS may be a problem, take it easy and avoid rushing. Before reaching Namche, your TIMS will be checked and National Park fees collected.

Day 04: Full Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar

Spend a full day in Namche acclimatizing and preparing for the coming day of trekking.

Day 05: Trek Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3860m): 5-6 hrs

This route from Namche to Tengboche is also a spiritual one owing to the presence of several monasteries and temples. The trail heads through Kayangjuma towards Sansa and a pine forest before reaching Tengboche. You will visit Tengboche Monastery, the spiritual center of Khumbu situated at an elevation of 3860m. Overnight at Tengboche. 

Day 06: Trek Tengboche to Pheriche (4240m)/Dingboche (4360m)

Beyond Tengboche, the altitude really starts to show. The trail drops down to Debuche, crosses the Imja Khola, and climbs towards Pangpoche (3860m) through a rhododendron forest past superb mani stopes carved with Tibetan Buddhist mantras like Om Mani Padme Hum. The monastery here is the oldest in the Khumbu and until 1991 it was said to hold the skull and hand of a yeti. The village is a good place for a lunch stop.

The trail then climbs past Shomare and Orsho to Pheriche, where there is an HRA trekkers aid post and possible medical assistance- alternatively you can select can head to Dingboche, the gateway to Imja Tso (Island Peak). It is a good place to spend the next day taking a short hike to acclimatize. Dingboche has multiple tea houses and restaurants. Overnight at tea house 

Day 07: Another Rest Day at Pheriche/Dingboche – Hike Around or Proper Rest

This is another rest day. You will need to adjust to the altitude quite well as you will be ascending up to 5000m the following day.  A short hike around Pheriche/Dingboche gives you the strength and capacity to adapt to the local weather. Overnight at tea house 

Day 08: Trek Pheriche/Dingboche to Lubuche (4930m): 5-6 hrs

This day, you will hike to Lobuche which lies at an elevation of 4840m. On the way to Lobuche, you will pass through a number of stone memorials to honor climbers who failed to attempt to make it to Mount Everest. This route offers stunning views of Nuptse, Cholatse, Thamserku, and several other jaw-dropping mountain views. Overnight at Lobuche 

Day 09: Trek Lobuche to Gorakh Seph (5160m) – Trek to Everest Base Camp (5360m): 7-8 hrs

This day is the most anticipated and thrilling day of your trek. After breakfast, you will hike to Gorakshep, the last regularly inhabited human settlement on the Everest Bask camp trek route. Following lunch at Gorakshep, hike up to the amazing Khumbu Icefall and trek to Everest Base camp; spend about an hour exploring the campsite which is gifted with scenic natural beauty. After exploring, trek back to Gorakshep. Overnight at Gorakshep 

Day 10: Gorakshep – Kala Patthar (5545m/18188ft); 2-3 hrs – Pheriche (4280m): 3-4 hrs

Hike to Kalapatthar (5545m) before sunrise. This is the highest point of the trek from where magnificent mountain views can be seen before you. You will have an excellent view of Mount Everest, as well as the surrounding peaks of Pumori, Nuptse, and Lhotse. After spending an hour at the viewpoint, trek back to Gorakshep, eat breakfast, and trek down to Pheriche. Overnight at Pheriche 

Day 11: Trek Pheriche to Namche: 5-6 hrs

This day will be spent descending with views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, and Amadablam. Descend to Deboche and take a short trek to Tengboche Monastery. Continue descending to Dudh Koshi River and then climb for 1 and a half hours to Kyangjuma for lunch. We will finish our trek with a gradual descent from Kyangjuma to Namche Bazaar. Overnight at Namche 

Day 12: Trek Namche to Lukla (2800m): 5-6 hrs

Leaving Namche Bazaar we embark on the big descent to Phakding. You will have plenty of scenic photo opportunities if the weather is clear. Further descending to Lukla, we take the final climb to end the trip of a lifetime! Overnight at Lukla 

Day 13: Lukla – Kathmandu by Flight

Prepare for a return flight to Kathmandu early in the morning. Sometimes, flights can be delayed or canceled due to bad weather. Therefore, it’s best to budget a few spare days in Kathmandu so not to miss your international flights. (Breakfast Included)

Upon your arrival at the Kathmandu airport, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel.

Kathmandu to next destination

Day 14: Departure 

You’ve reached the end of your Everest Base Camp Trek and our team will transfer you to the airport for your journey to your next destination. Involve in community forum to get best advices and share your recent Nepal experience.