Everest Base Camp Trek – 14 Days
Highlights
- Scenic flight: From Kathmandu to Lukla
- Hike in Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore the Sherpa town of Namche Bazaar
- Visit the iconic Tengboche Monastery
- Enjoy the scenic views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam
- Visit Everest Base Camp and trek to Kala Patthar for sweeping views at sunrise
Everest Base Camp Trek is a very popular trekking adventure in Nepal. A lifetime journey spanning the length and breadth of the Khumbu region to witness Mother Nature at its best and the grandest of peaks, Mount Everest (8848.86m). This trek offers a mixture of Sherpa culture, stunning scenery, and high-altitude adventure. It is about more than just reaching the base camp.
Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (the gateway to Everest) to kick off the adventure. The trail winds its way next to the Dudh Koshi River and through beautiful villages such as Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and eventually Gorak Shep. If trekkers have the time to spare, they traverse stunning Himalayan vistas, suspension bridges, and temples along the way, with the opportunity to engage with the culture and traditions of the Sherpa people.
The trek includes some of the best highlights including traversing across Everest Base Camp (5,364m) at the foot of the world’s tallest mountain. A sunrise trek to Kala Patthar (5,545m) early in the morning gives trekkers one of the best views of Everest. The return follows the same path, with the opportunity to retrace the breathtaking views before the flight to Kathmandu.
With Inspiring Trek Pvt. Ltd., you will ensure you have an unparalleled travel experience with the assurance of experienced guides, expert itineraries, and attention to safety and comfort. We take a look back on our experience of 15 years in the trekking industry to develop a perfectly organized adventure trek for every trekker.
Permits:
- Entry Permit of Sagarmatha National Park (Available in Kathmandu or Monjo)
- TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) Card
- Khumbu Rural Municipality Permit (Necessary for the Everest locality)
- Photos of passport size
- Copy of passport
Detail Itinerary
Our representative will be there to receive you at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer you to your respective hotel. The evening will be focused on a pre-trek briefing where we will go through the details of the trek. You will have time to wander through the colorful streets of Thamel and check your gear for your trek.
Tips:
Bring cash for small purchases so you can exchange local currency during the trek.
Verify trekking gear and purchase any missing essentials.
Hydrate and get some good sleep ahead of the trip.
The Most Dangerous Airport in the World. In the morning, we have our breakfast and set off to trek down to Phakding, crossing through little villages and wooded areas alongside the Dudh Koshi River.
The trail follows the Dudh Koshi River, crosses suspension bridges, and walks through forests of pine. After entering Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo, you'll be hiking up toward the colorful Sherpa capital Namche Bazaar. Catch your first glimpse of Mount Everest along the way.
To assist with altitude acclimatization, take a short trek to Everest View Hotel for stunning mountain vistas. Visit the Sherpa Museum, and nearby Khumjung and Khunde villages.
Hike through rhododendron forests and take in spectacular views of Everest, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. You reach Tengboche Monastery, the biggest monastery in the Khumbu region, to observe evening prayers.
From here, the path drops down to Deboche, crosses the Imja Khola, and climbs up towards Pangboche and then Dingboche. The hike provides magnificent views of Island Peak and the nearby peaks.
A second day of acclimatization with a potential climb up to Nagarjun Hill (5,100m), where you will have uninterrupted views.
After Thukla, you pass the breathtaking Everest Memorial Site and reach Lobuche. As you climb higher, the land gets rocky.
From there, trek towards Everest Base Camp, at the foot of the world’s highest peak. Head back to Gorak Shep for the night.
An early morning climb to Kala Patthar provides one of the finest sunrise vistas of Everest. Descend down to Pheriche for the night.
Walk back through Pangboche and Tengboche before reaching Namche Bazaar again.
Final descent back to Lukla via Monjo and Phakding.
An early morning flight back to Kathmandu. Rest and explore the city.
Airport Transfer – You will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home.
- Domestic flights (Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu)
- Teahouse stays while trekking
- Food (3× a day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner) throughout the trek
- English-speaking trekking guide (professional)
- Porters to carry your luggage (2 trekkers per porter)
- Trekking permits and TIMS card
- First aid kit
- Airport transfers
- International airfare
- Nepal visa fees
- Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, etc.)
- Travel insurance (required)
- Trekking gear for personal use
- Guide and porter tips
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Duration
14 days
Group Size
10
Starts From
Kathmandu
Tour Type
Difficulty Level
Moderate to Challenging
Maximum Height
5,364m (Everest Base Camp)
Best Season
all year
