- Arrival at the airport, pick-up by our representative.
- Transfer to hotel, briefing on trek and tours.
- Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Durbar Square, Pashupati Nath, Buddha Nath Stupa.
- Evening meeting with group leader and fellow trekkers.
Everest Base Camp
duration:
14 Days
activity:
trekking
best season:
Max elevation:
Difficulty:
accommodation:
tea house
Starts at: $1400
abilibility:
yes
group size:
Trip Cost:
$1400
trip information
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16 Days
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Everest
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Moderate
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5364m
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1+ Pax
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Kathmandu
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Kathmandu
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Trekking
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Tea House
The Everest Base Camp Trek is a dream adventure for trekkers and nature lovers from around the globe. This iconic journey takes you to the foot of the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest, standing tall at 8,848 meters (29,029 feet). With stunning mountain vistas, unique cultural experiences, and a sense of unparalleled achievement, the trek offers a lifetime of memories.
itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Kathmandu to Lukla and Trek to Phakding
- Early flight to Lukla, small mountainside town with a single runway.
- Trek through forests and villages: Chipllung, Thado Kosi, Ghat.
- Reach Phakding, visit local monastery, rest for the night.
Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar
- Ascend through pine forests, cross Hillary Suspension Bridge.
- Enter Sagarmatha National Park, wildlife sightings.
- Reach Namche Bazaar, first view of Mt. Everest.
- Optional overnight stay at Everest View Hotel.
Day 04: Rest Day in Namche Bazaar (Acclimatization)
- Hike to Everest View Hotel (3,880m) for panoramic views.
- Visit National Park Museum.
- Return to Namche Bazaar for overnight rest.
Day 05: Trek to Tengboche
- Trail through alpine forests, pass through small villages.
- View of Mt. Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Khumbila.
- Visit Tengboche Monastery, receive blessing.
Day 06: Trek to Dingboche
- Pass through Khumbila Khola Valley, enjoy spectacular mountain views.
- Arrive in Dingboche, notice change in landscape.
- Lunch in Somare, overnight at the lodge.
Day 07: Acclimatization Day at Dingboche
- Hike to Nagarjuna viewpoint for panoramic mountain views.
- Views of Mt. Makalu, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and others.
- Return to Dingboche for rest and overnight stay.
Day 08: Trek to Lobuche
- Travel along Khumbu Glacier, pass boulders and memorials at Thugla Pass (4,830m).
- View of several snowy peaks: Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori, and Mahalangur Himal.
- Arrive in Lobuche, enjoy views of Lobuche Peak, overnight stay.
Day 09: Trek to Everest Base Camp
- Early morning hike to Gorak Shep, pass Khumbu Glacier.
- Reach Everest Base Camp (5,364m), marvel at the history and views.
- Return to Gorak Shep or move to Kala Pathar if weather permits.
Day 10: Hike to Kala Pathar
- Climb to Kala Pathar (5,545m) for 360-degree views of Everest and surrounding peaks.
- Enjoy breathtaking views, then head towards Pheriche.
- Overnight at Pheriche lodge.
Day 11: Trek back to Namche Bazaar
- Descend to Namche Bazaar, pass through suspension bridges and villages.
- Arrive at Namche, relax and enjoy the local shops and cafes.
- Overnight at Namche.
Day 12: Trek to Lukla
- Final day of trekking: Descend through Dudh Koshi River, reach Phakding.
- Continue trek to Lukla, enjoy the last night in the Everest region.
Day 13: Return to Kathmandu
- Flight back to Kathmandu from Lukla.
- Celebrate trek success, relax, or shop in Kathmandu.
Day 14: Departure
- Free day in Kathmandu for shopping or sightseeing.
- Departure from Kathmandu, transfer to international airport.
- Final goodbye to the Highland Eco Trek cre
inclusions
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Pickups and drops in a private airport vehicle upon arrival and departure.
- All ground transportation is on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary.
- Star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast (the hotel standard will be changed as you wish).
- The Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour includes all entry fees, a tour guide, and a private vehicle as per the itinerary.
- The teahouse twins shared basic accommodations during the trek.
- Domestic flights as per the itinerary.
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trek.
- An experienced, English-speaking, and government-licensed trekking guide.
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
- Guide and staff wages, equipment, accommodation and meals
- Guide and staff insurance
- Highland Eco’s duffel bag.
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park, Village Development Committee fee ).
- A first-aid safety kit with basic medicines is essential.
- All government and local taxes and fees.
Cost Excludes
- Nepal Entry visa fees
- Extra-night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, or early return from the mountain (due to any reason) compared to the scheduled itinerary
- Meals not indicated in the City
- International flights
- Personal equipment (a suggested list will be mailed to you)
- Travel and rescue insurance (Required)
- Tips to the guide, porter, driver, or any other trekking staff.
- Other expenses of a personal nature.
