Everest Base Camp Trek - 14 Days
Tour Overview
The Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the world’s top-class trekking destinations amidst the Great Himalayas of Nepal. For those whose dreams soar even higher than the clouds, this is one of those trips that make your holiday dreams come true. Hiking on the legendary foothills just below the mighty mountains with breathtaking views of the master peaks can only be found in the Everest Region. This famous trek is known worldwide for its trailblazing routes & the landscapes that speak to your senses. On this trip, you also peak out at the famous Kala Patthar (5,545m/18,193ft) viewpoint for some grand upfront views of the highest mountain in the world. Mount Everest Base Camp Trek also includes other famous 8 thousand-ers like Mt Lhotse (8,516m /27,940ft), Makalu (8,485m /27,838 ft) & the giant Cho-Oyu (8,201m /26,906ft). Besides the panoramic views, you will also visit the Tengboche monastery at Tengboche. It is a largest Buddhist monastery in the Khumbu region. The culture in this particular area is of great notebook stuff & interacting with the local folks puts more zest into your adventurous journey as you plod through the Khumbu region of Nepal. This legendary trail is a psychological thrill for high & wild hikers who wish to tread the paths where legends walked before on their way to conquer Everest. Some did and some didn’t. But, the Mount Everest Base Camp trail keeps those legends alive for most trekkers who head to this region. The trek is arduous but numerous teahouses are found on the trails offering good grub & a cozy bed to shelter, sometimes from the harsh climate.
Tour Highlights
- Challenge yourself with a trek to the world's highest peak
- Explore the world-renowned 'Sherpa' culture
- Discover the natural wonder on top of the mountains
- Experience a scenic mountain flight over the Himalayas
What's included
Itinerary
Welcome to the Himalayas !!!
Our office representative will be waiting for you for a warm welcome holding a company plate that will help you to easily recognize him. Your trip to Nepal and every travel necessity is our responsibility now.
Firstly, we will transfer to your respective hotel, help you check-in. You can freshen up and take a rest or rather take a short walk around the Thamel area to have a quick insight into evening life over there and experience being in a different world. Our guide will give you some briefing about our trek and routes. Overnight at hotel inclusive breakfast.
Our guide picks you up from the hotel for 30-35 minutes of an early morning flight to Lukla. The flight to Lukla itself is a great adventure with an aerial view of the vast landscape with lush valleys and hills, a view of the Himalayan range, wavy rivers and valleys. We meet the rest of the team (i.e porters) and begin on the short trek to Phakding. Watching the local settlements and spinning prayer wheels, we descend to Chheplung village past mani walls. Crossing several suspension bridges, we today walk through dense forest that is home to diverse flora and fauna. Overnight at local guest house.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
The trail today goes through upstream along the riverbank to the junction of Bhote Koshi River and Dudh Koshi River. We will have to cross a Hilary bridge. Then we will ascend for Namche Bazaar. On the way, it gives a chance us incredible photographic opportunities as the peaks of Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8511m), Nuptse (7879m), Arna Dablam (6856m) and Taweche (6542m) come into view for the first time of the trip. Overnight at the local Guesthouse.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
We rest this day at Namche Bazaar to acclimatize to the new altitude, which is an ideal place to spend a rest day before heading off towards a higher elevation. Instead of resting in your lodge, it is recommended that you stay active and mobile during the acclimatization day. A few hundred feet vertical treks during the day will help you properly acclimatize. Or rather you can spend the day exploring Namche Bazaar. The place is the center of the Everest region and has plenty of lodges, tea shops, souvenir shops, ATMs, money exchangers, Internet cafes, government offices, restaurants, bakeries, etc. You can visit the Visitor Center near the headquarter of the Sagarmatha National Park where you can observe an assortment of things allied to the first Everest ascenders, Sherpa culture and learn about the various flora and fauna of the Sagarmatha National Park. Surrounded by the snowy peaks of Kongde and Thamserku and the sacred peak Khumbila, Khumjung hosts a well-known monastery that houses a yeti scalp. You can also visit Hillary School at Khumjung. Overnight at local guest house.
Meals include: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, we will leave for Tengboche. The trial goes ups and downs offering us the splendid view of snowy caps like Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, and Mt. Ama Dablam. The trekking today is moderate and not difficult. The views just will keep getting better as we move ahead. You can get to encounter animals, visit some monasteries and go through some beautiful villages on the way to Tengboche. There is a possible view of wildlife including musk deer, a herd of Himalayan Thar, and colorful pheasants. Going through the forest and river, we will be at Tengboche. We then stay overnight at a guest house.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today is a more relaxed day with a relatively easy trek to Dingboche – except for the last part where we have to climb a steep hill which acts as a reminder that trekking at higher altitudes is more physically draining. We will initially pass through the villages of Somare (4010m) and Orsho. Further along the trail we meet a fork and take the left trail that heads to Pheriche Village, then cross a bridge before that steep climb to Dingboche Village (4410m) which has several suitable lodges
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Again we take a day to better acclimatize and will stay active by trekking up the valley to Chhukung (4730m) and then to Island Peak (Imja Tse). Another option is to take a short trek of about two to three hours to Nangkartshang Gompa. The trail heading to Chhukung leads to Bibr (4570m) which is circled by mountains and offers spectacular views of Taboche, Lhotse (world’s 4th highest) and Nuptse. The final option today is to climb up to Chukhung Ri (5550m) from where you can see Mt. Makalu (8485m), the world’s 5th highest mountain.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
We initially head to Dughla Village and then cross the fairly steep moraine at the base of the Khumbu Glacier, having to cross slopes covered with boulders. We continue to ascend to Chupki Lhara which has an array of stones with prayer flags placed as a memorial to climbers Scott Fischer (American) and ten-time Everest summiteer Babu Chiri Sherpa (Nepalese guide) who died while attempting a climb of Everest. As we head to the Khumbu Glacier moraine a number of huge peaks stare right at us: Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori, and Mahalangur Himal. This scene will leave you spell-bound! We will stay in a lodge tonight.
Meals include: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today is a long 8 hours walk to reach base camp. Our trek starts walking over the rocky path with a view of glacial ponds and icebergs. We climb through meadows and moraine stone steps then reach Gorakshep, and continue heading to Everest base camp. After spending some memorable time in base camp, we will return to Gorakshep. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
As scheduled, we start early in the morning and after about two hours of an ascent, we reach Kala Patthar. The strenuous ascent to the summit is rewarded with a view beyond our imagination. Kala Patthar is decorated by prayer flags and cairns and has a small stupa and weather station at its summit, where you are surrounded by glaciers and incredible panoramic views of the mountains that include Pumori, Nuptse, Changtse, Ama Dablam, Taweche, Everest and Kantega. We have breakfast back at Gorekshep and descend to Pheriche for a well-earned rest. Overnight at local guest house.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Retrieving journey to Namche Bazaar is pleasant through valleys and pasturelands. We descend to the lower altitude where breathing becomes easy and the temperature keeps rising as we move further to the lower altitude, passing through Tengboche and continuing through enjoying the picturesque view of Monjo valley. You will now follow your footsteps back to Lukla with spectacular views of Amadablam. We continue through the hillside blanketed by rhododendrons and juniper trees and keep a lookout for wildlife such as colorful pheasants, mountain goats, snow leopards, etc. The distance of the mountains makes you feel like watching all the time. Stay overnight at Namche Bazaar. Meals include: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
As we are trekking back, our path goes steeply downhill. The more we trek downwards the more we feel easier to breathe as the air gets denser. You will be continuing the trail taking after the Sherpa village and following the Tenzing and Hillary suspension bridge. The trail is full of picturesque views of the landscape and some mountain scenarios. Following the banks of Dudh Koshi River and crossing back many suspension bridges, we pass through forests and small villages, we make our way to Lukla which will be our final stop in the Solukhumbu region. You can explore Lukla Bazaar and shop local items there and celebrate your successful and safe trek with your crew. Overnight at Lukla.
Meals include: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Early morning, we leave Tenzing Hillary airport boarding a scenic 35-minute flight back to Kathmandu. Flying over the clouds and enjoying the mesmerizing view of the Khumbu region, we will be carrying an unforgettable and successful journey to the EBC. Upon arrival, your guide will transfer you to the hotel where a good rest after a long trek will be crucial. In the evening, we have a farewell dinner together. Overnight at hotel inclusive breakfast.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Today is your departure day, we will drop you at the International airport to catch your flight back to your home and pray for your Safe journey.
Meals include: Breakfast
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FAQ
Single supplements are available at an additional cost.
Yes, we can also book your pre/post accommodation at an additional cost at your convenience.
You can cancel this trek within 10 days of your departure date.