Everest Base Camp
17 days | altitude 5365m
trip details
Duration
17 Days
Starting point
Manthali
end point
Lukla
activiteis
treking
Pickup Point
TIA Airport
altitude
5365 m
Price from
1700 Euro
Overview
The Everest Base Camp Trek is a legendary journey that offers trekkers stunning mountain views and immersion into Sherpa culture. Starting with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, the trek passes through iconic villages like Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, and Dingboche, before reaching Everest Base Camp. An acclimatization day in Namche and another in Dingboche ensure a safe ascent. The return journey includes a sunrise hike to Kala Patthar for unforgettable views of Everest. The trek typically lasts 12-16 days and is best enjoyed in spring or autumn.
Trip Highlights
- Stunning Mountain Views: Enjoy breathtaking panoramas of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam.
- Kala Patthar: This vantage point offers spectacular sunrise views of Everest and is a trek highlight.
- Sherpa Culture: Experience Sherpa hospitality and explore traditional villages and monasteries.
- Namche Bazaar: The vibrant trading hub of the Khumbu region, perfect for acclimatization and exploration.
- Tengboche Monastery: Visit the largest monastery in the Khumbu region, offering spiritual peace amidst stunning peaks.
- Everest Base Camp: Reaching base camp is a significant achievement, offering a unique view into the life of Everest climbers.
- Suspension Bridges: Cross thrilling suspension bridges over deep gorges and rushing rivers.
Program Itenary
After arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to the hotel. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Spend the day exploring the cultural heritage of Kathmandu with visits to famous Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Boudhanath Stupa. In the afternoon, prepare for the trek with a briefing and gear check. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Drive to Manthali for a scenic flight to Lukla. Upon arrival in Lukla, start your trek to Phakding (2652 M), which takes about 3-4 hours. Overnight stay in Phakding.
Continue your trek to Namche Bazar, the gateway to the Everest region. The trail takes you through dense forests, small villages, and across several suspension bridges. The journey takes about 6-7 hours. Overnight stay in Namche Bazar.
Spend a day in Namche Bazar for acclimatization. Explore the surrounding area, visit the Sherpa Museum, or just relax in the vibrant market town. Overnight stay in Namche Bazar.
Head towards Dole, which takes about 6 hours. The trail takes you through rhododendron forests and offers panoramic views of the Himalayas. Overnight stay in Dole.
The trail takes you through beautiful alpine meadows and forests to reach Machhermo. The journey takes about 5 hours. Overnight stay in Machhermo.
Today, trek to Gokyo, which takes about 5 hours. Gokyo is known for its stunning glacial lakes and panoramic views of the Himalayas. Overnight stay in Gokyo.
Explore the surroundings of Gokyo and hike to the summit of Gokyo Ri for breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks. The hike takes about 3-4 hours. Overnight stay in Gokyo.
Today, trek to Thangna, which takes about 6 hours. The trail takes you through remote areas and offers stunning views of the surrounding peaks. Overnight stay in Thangna.
Today, cross the challenging Cho La Pass (5420 M) to reach Dzongla. The journey takes about 7 hours and offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas. Overnight stay in Dzongla.
Trek to Gorak Shep, which takes about 4 hours. After lunch, hike to the iconic Everest Base Camp, which takes about 2 hours. Return to Gorak Shep for the night.
Rise early to hike to Kala Patthar, a viewpoint offering panoramic views of Mount Everest and other peaks. This hike will take around 4-5 hours, depending on the pace of the hiker.
After returning to Gorak Shep, have breakfast and start the trek to Dingboche. The trek will take around 6-7 hours, passing through valleys and crossing bridges along the way.
On the way, admire the stunning views of the Ama Dablam and Taboche peaks, and take a rest in one of the teahouses.
Upon arrival in Dingboche, settle into the teahouse and enjoy dinner.
After breakfast, start the trek to Tengboche, the largest and one of the most important monasteries in the Solu-Khumbu region.
The trek will take around 6-7 hours, passing through forests, meadows, and rhododendron shrubs.
On the way, admire the breathtaking views of the Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Kantega peaks.
Upon arrival in Tengboche, visit the famous Tengboche Monastery and enjoy dinner.
After breakfast, start the trek to Monjo, passing through a beautiful forest and across the Dudh Koshi River.
The trek will take around 6-7 hours, passing through the Sagarmatha National Park and its diverse wildlife.
On the way, admire the stunning views of the peaks of the Khumbu region, including the Thamserku, Kwangde, and Nuptse peaks.
Upon arrival in Monjo, settle into the teahouse and enjoy dinner.
After breakfast, start the final trek to Lukla, passing through the lush forest and terraced fields.
The trek will take around 5-6 hours, passing through the Sherpa villages and crossing the Bhote Koshi River.
On the way, enjoy the beautiful views of the surrounding peaks and take a rest in one of the teahouses.
Upon arrival in Lukla, settle into the teahouse and enjoy dinner.
After breakfast, take a flight from Lukla to Manthali and transfer to Kathmandu. The flight takes around 35 minutes.
Upon arrival in Kathmandu, check into the hotel and spend the rest of the day relaxing or exploring the city.
Transfer to the Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure. Take with you unforgettable memories of the trek and the cultural richness of Nepal.
Costs
- Guide for the trek
- Pickup and drop-off at Kathmandu International Airport
- Staff costs (food, hotel, salary, flight, insurance, equipment, etc.)
- Three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
- Flight (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu)
- All required trekking permits (Sagarmatha National Park permit, Khumbu Village Development fees)
- Administrative costs and government taxes
- Travel and medical insurance
- Meals in Kathmandu
- Nepal entry visa fee
- International airfare
- Personal expenses (drinks, hot showers, battery charging, Wi-Fi, etc.)
- Tips for guide & porter (expected during the final days of trekking)