Highlights

• Take the trails through blooming rhododendron forests within Sagarmatha National Park to reach the base camp of the tallest mountain of the world, Mt. Everest.
• The route has many alternative adventures including Ama Dablam Base Camp, three passes, Island peak, Gokyo lake, etc
• Breathtaking views of the tallest mountains around the world along with other peaks, especially from Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar, Everest View Hotel, and Nagarjun Hill.
• Enjoy of the the thrilling flights to Lukla
• Visit Tengboche, one of the oldest Monsatary in the Khumbu region
• Enrich your cultural experience with the locals and the experiences within their villages
• Acclamatize at two major tourist hubs: Namche Bazar (3,440m) and Dingboche (4,410m).

Facts

Days: 14 days

Region: Everest (Solukhumbu)

Trip grade: Moderate

Best season: Spring and Autumn

Maximum altitude: 5545 m

Total Distance: 130 km

Activity: Trekking

Permits: TIMS Card, Sagarmatha National Park Permit

 

Details

“Find the thrill of adventure with the trails to the Himalayas”

 

Nepal is already well known for Everest, the tallest mountain in the world. And to feel their feet near the mountain, many travel to its Base camp and we offer the same: Everest Base Camp Trek.

 

The journey starts with a thrilling flight to Lukla and will give you the opportunity to spend your whole day at the tourist hubs: Namche Bazzar and Dingboche. Entering the Saharmatha National Park, there will be multiple points that will let you experience the wonderful views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Tahmserku. As you traverse throughout the trail for 12 days, enjoy the blooming rhododendron, enriching cultural experience of the Sherpas and every adventure the trail has to offer.

 

Everest Base Camp is suitable for all kinds of trekkers including the beginners. All you need is good health and perfect stamina. Make sure you acclamatixe at the different points as there could be risk of altitude sickness.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Highest Altitude: 1350 m

Welcome to the land of Nepal. As your flight lands at Tribhuvan International Airport, our representatives will escort you and your stuff to your designated hotel in Kathmandu. Rest, freshen up, and explore Thamel, the tourist hub of Kathmandu. You must also make sure that you are well prepared for the trek, including proper shoes, equipment, clothes, and others. It is better if we get to brief you on the itinerary before the trek begins.

Day 2: Kathmandu to Lukla (2,800m/ 9,187 ft) Flight and Trek to Phakding (2,860 m/ 9,184ft)

Flight Time: 40 minutes

Trek Time: 2-3 hours

Trek Distance: 9 km

Highest Altitude: 2,860 m/ 9,184 ft

 

Prepare to forget your sleep and wake up early in the morning since flights to Lukla only operate early in the morning. Due to the unpredictable weather, there is a greater probability that these flights will be canceled, therefore you will need to make sure you have extra days for your days in Nepal.

While the preparations are being made, take a rest at Lukla and have some warm tea at an altitude of 2,800 m. Soon, we'll travel towards Phakding for the night after passing over the Pasang Lahmu Sherpa Memorial Gate.

 

 

Day 3: Phakding (2,860 m/ 9,184ft) to Namche (3,440 m/11,283 ft)

Trek Time: 5-6 hours

Trek Distance: 12 km

Highest Altitude:3,440 m/11,283 ft

 

Today, our journey will take us over suspension bridges, including the famous Hillary Bridge. There will be up and down slopes, walks over the Dudhkoshi River, and also through the rhododendron blossom-filled woods.

 

Jorsale is the last village before Namche where we can make a stop. After a few hours of more hiking, we will arrive at Namche Bazaar, a comparatively advanced and well-liked tourist destination inside Sagarmatha National Park. This well-established community has decent housing, dining options, and ATMs.

 

Day 4: Acclamatization day at Namche (Hike to Everest View Hotel)

Trek Time: 4-5 hours

Trek Distance: 9km

Highest Altitude: 3880 m/ 12,730 ft

 

To avoid altitude sickness, we must acclimatize in Namche Bazaar. The best day to spend the day is to trek to the Everest View Hotel. This spot offers breathtaking views of mountains such as Ama Dablam, Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Thamserku, and Cholatse, as well as the village of Tengboche that will just take your breath away. Along the way, we will also pass by Syangboche Airport, which is considered one of the most dangerous airports in the world.

 

You have other options including the Khumjung village, which is just a short walk from the Everest View Hotel. Or, there are also nearby museums and monasteries you may choose to explore.

 

Day 5: Namche (3,440 m/11,283 ft) to Tengboche (3,860 m/ 12,660 ft)

Trek Time: 4-5 hours

Trek Distance: 9.2 km

Highest Altitude: 3,860 m/ 12,660 ft

 

We will be rewarded with breathtaking vistas during the first portion of the walk, which is also rather easy. We will then hike downhill to Phunke Tenga, walking past yet another dense, rhododendron-filled forest. We will then walk past Phunke Tenga and arrive at Tengboche.

 

Tengboche is a beautiful settlement with famous cafes and Tengboche Monastery which is one of the oldest monasteries in the Khumbu region. Tengboche will have a magnificent view of Ama Dablam as well.

 

 

Day 6: Tengboche (3,860 m/ 12,660 ft) to Dingboche (4,410 m/14,464 ft)

Trek Time: 5-6 hours

Trek Distance: 11 km

Highest Altitude: 4,410 m/14,464 ft

 

Today we will also explore the yak pasture land as we start with a downhill trek and then through a dense forest, providing ample shade. The trail will take you from Debouche, and after crossing the bridge, to the village of Pangboche, which offers stunning views of Ama Dablam and the surrounding landscape. Here, we'll also see a gompa and the Buddhist Mani Wall.

 

After traversing several hills, and reaching the Imja Khola, a tributary of the Dudh Koshi, we'll soon arrive at Dingboche. This village features numerous chortens, horse stables, and shops to explore.

 

 

Day 7: Acclamatization Day at Dingboche

Trek Time: 4-5 hours

Trek Distance: 6 km

Highest Altitude: 5,100 m/ 16,728 ft

 

Today is another day for acclamatization just above the town that will provide a beautiful view of Makalu, Lhotse, and Cho Oyu. After enjoying the views, we will descend back to Dingboche.

 

Day 8: Dingboche (4,410 m/14,464 ft) to Lobuche (4,910 m/ 16,105 ft)

Trek Time: 5-6 hours

Trek Distance: 8.5 km

Highest Altitude: 4,910 m/ 16,105 ft

 

Ascending through Dugla we will make our way to Lobuche with beautiful views of Cholatse and Tawache upclose. Then there will be a steep ascent at the foot of Khumbu Glacier, and then soon reach the memorial space for the climbers who died ascending their dream, Mt Everest. Moving a bit further, you will reach Lobuche, the destination for the day.

Day 9: Lobuche (4,910 m/ 16,105 ft) to Gorekshep (5,130m/16,830 ft) and Hike to Everest Base Camp (5,181 m/ 16,994 ft)

 

Trek Time: 8-9 hours

Trek Distance: 12km

Highest Altitude: 5,181 m/ 16,994 ft

 

The walk will be on a rocky trail towards Gorekshep today aiming to reach the Everest Base Camp. From Gorekshep, you will get challenges like strong wind, cold temperature but it all is indeed worth it with the view of Khumbu Glacier along the way.

 

Everest Base Camp will have a beautiful view of the surrounding peaks but a reminder that Everest is not visible from here. Mount Everest can be enjoyed from Kala Patthar tomorrow. After enjoying the heart’s content, we will trace our way back to Gorakshep for the night.

 

Day 10: Early Hike to Kala Patthar (5,545m/ 18,188 ft) and Trek to Pangboche (3,940 m/ 12,927 ft)

Trek Time: 8 hours

Trek Distance: 21.6 km

Highest Altitude: 5,545m/ 18,188 ft

 

Wake up early before the light hits your face. We will take a hike to Kala Patthar with a torch light in hand. Upon arriving at Kala Patthar, you will need to be ready for the stunning views of the sunlight coloring the snowcapped canvas. We will take a moment to appreciate these beautiful views including that of Mount Everest.

 

Then descending down to Gorekshap, we will then head down to Pangboche for the night.

 

Day 11: Pangboche (3,940 m/ 12,927 ft) to Namche (3,440m/ 11,287 ft)

Trek Time: 5 hours

Trek Distance: 15.5 km

Highest Altitude: 3,940 m/ 12,927 ft

 

Day 12: Namche (3,440m/ 11,287 ft) to Lukla (2,800m/ 9,187 ft)

Trek Time: 20 km

Trek Distance: 6 hours

Highest Altitude: 3,440m/ 11,287 ft

 

Today, we will have an easy walk as we will mostly have a downhill walk. We will cross forests, landscapes, and villages to reach Lukla where all of this adventure once began. We will rest here for the night, and might as well celebrate the end of the trek.

 

Day 13: Morning flight to Kathmandu

Flight Time: 40 minutes

HIghest Altitude: 2,800m/ 9,187 ft

 

The flight is only availabe early in the morning as said. Hence, we will take the morning flight to Kathmandu. Take a rest, explore the streets of Kathmandu and especially of thamel, take the day for relaxing at a spa and do not forget to buy sovinuers.

 

Day 14: International Departure

Highest Altitude: 1,350 m/ 4,430 ft

 

The day you bid your goodbye to Nepal, we will assist you one last time with luggage and even provide transportation for your international departure. Make sure to be prepared to reach the airport 3 hours beforehand.

 

Include and Exclude

PACKAGE INCLUSIVE:-

• Transportation
  • National/ International airport pickup and drop with private transportation
  • Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flight tickets
• Accomodation
  • Twin sharing room of a 3 star hotel of Kathmandu with breakfast.
  • Tea houses./ lodge during the trek
• Documentation
  • Sagarmatha National Park permit and TIMS Card
  • All other necessary documentation process
• Meals
  • Three meals per day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
  • fruits during dinner (apples, oranges, etc)
  • Farewell dinner with Nepali cultural programs
• Trekking region services
  • Duffel bag, sleeping bag
  • Licenced, experienced, English speaking guide
  • Assistant guide for group with 6+ trekkers
  • Porterto help with your bags (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
  • Travel & rescue arrangement
  • First aid box with guide all the time
• Others
  • Transprotation, insurance, salary, food and accomodation of entire staff
  • Trekking achievement certificate.

 

 PAKAGE EXCLUDED:-

• International airfare
• Travel insurance
• Nepal entry visa
• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu or other city areas
• Additional Days than mentioned in the itinerary
• Additional costs due to delays caused by health, weather, or other circumstances
• Extra facilities in trekking region ncluding:
  • phone calls, wifi, battery recharge,
  • Laundry
  • bar bills
  • extra porters
  • bottle or boil water
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
• Tips for guides, porters and drivers (they are expected)
• Any other expenses than mentioned in the inclusive list

 

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