Highlights of Everest Base Camp Trek
- Dramatic flight in Lukla is the ultimate gateway to EBC
- Staying in the teahouses of Khumbu with excellent service.
- Come upon the majestic Khumbu valley.
- The sense of glory right after getting closer to Base Camp.
- The magnificent viewpoint from Kala Pathar and enjoy 360 degrees of mountains.
- Overwhelming hospitality from the local Sherpa people.
Trip Overview
The Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most famous and challenging trekking adventures in Nepal. It has become an achievable goal for people from all walks of life. Everest Base Camp Trek brings climbers and trekkers on a fascinating journey to the foot of the world’s highest peak. Being there on top of Everest Base Camp is one of the burning desires of thousands of people out there. It is a vibrant, exciting place and a center of mountaineering.
The journey starts right from Lukla after one of the most thrilling flights from Kathmandu to Tenzing Hillary Airport in Lukla. It is the main Gateway or access to the entry of Everest Base Camp as well as The Sagarmatha National Park. The journey further follows the Dudh Koshi River on narrow suspension bridges lined with prayer flags on the way to Namche Bazaar. You get to witness numerous ancient monasteries. Similarly other gorgeous clear and beautiful mountains from Namche.
Following the 8th day from Lobuche, the mornings are absolutely freezing. The most beautiful thing to experience is when the sun hits right on your face. The fact about the trek is that the closer you get to Base Camp the better the views of the mountains. The viewpoint of Kala Pathar next to Gorakshep is the best destination for the stunning view. It is the final point of the Everest Base Camp Trek.
Best time to do Everest Base Camp Trek
It is almost possible to do the Everest Base Camp Trek the whole year round. However, the best time to do the trek is from the beginning of (March – mid-May) and from the beginning of (September – mid-November).
The winter turns out to be very cold and the snow might make it difficult to travel above Tengboche. Likewise, lodges may be closed above this altitude.
Similarly, Summers, on the other hand, are wet, and the peaks are often lost in the clouds. May is better with the bloom of rhododendrons, in particular adding beautiful color to the landscapes.
Day 01: Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu (1,400m) and transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu(exploration day)
Day 03: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2,845m) and same day to Phakding (2,652m)
Day 04: Phakding (2,620m) to Namche Bazar(3,440m)
Day 05: Acclimatization Day at Namche (Hike up to Everest View Hotel (3,880m)
Day 06: Namche (3,440m) to Tengboche (3,860 m)
Day 07: Tengboche (3,860m) to Dingboche (4,410 m)
Day 08: Acclimatization day at Dingboche ( hike up to Chhukhung at an alt. of 4, 730m passing through Imja River) and back to Dingboche.
Day 09: Dingboche (4,410m) to Lobuche (4,910m)
Day 10: Labuche (4,910m) to Gorak Shep (5,165m), same day to EBC (5,364m) and back to Gorak Shep
Day 11: Gorakshep (5,165m) to Kala Pathar(5,545m) and back to Pheruche(4,371m)
Day 12: Pheriche (4,371m) to Namche Bazar(3,440m)
Day 13: Namche (3,440m) to Lukla (2,845m)
Day 14: Flight from Lukla (2,845m) to Kathmandu (1,400m)
Day 15: Transfer to the airport for final departure
EVEREST BASE CAMP ALTITUDE CHART
ROUTE MAP
Includes
- Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
- 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
- Teahouse accommodation during the Everest base camp trek
- All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
- Welcome and farewell dinners
- All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
- Domestic flights (Kathmandu- Lukla -Kathmandu)
- Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle
- Entrance fees for sightseeing/monument visits as per the itinerary
- An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader
Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation. - All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS)
- Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
- All government and local taxes
Excludes
- Nepalese visa fee
- Excess baggage charge(s)
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
- Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
- International flights
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
- Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)
Tour Reviews
This is a such a great tour. Going to Everest base camp is a must do and certainly something you won’t regret. The scenery is breathtaking and such a great experience overall. Dorgee and his team are fantastic. Friendly, knowledgeable, experienced and trustworthy. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
I did the Everest base camp trek with Pasang Sherpa in April 2019, it was an excellent tour and Pasang Sherpa was an excellent guide who take care of us in every aspect. We made it to base camp and back safely while getting a 5 start service.
My friend and I recently did Everest Base Camp with the lovely Dorji as our guide. Dorji was so attentive to our every need, always friendly and enthusiastic, and knowledgeable about the trek which meant we made the most of every step! Thank you Dorji for an incredible experience!
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