Everest Base Camp Trek

14 days

Duration

Moderate

Trip Level

Group Size

5545 m

Max-altitude

For a lifetime of adventure, follow in the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary and his guide, Tenzing Norgay—Trek to the top of the world from Lukla, Nepal, to Everest Base Camp and beyond.

Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most famous trekking trails in the world. It holds much value in the hearts of trekkers and people from different backgrounds. A sacred landmark and source of revenue for locals, a formidable conquest for adventure-seekers, a journey to lose and find yourself for casual trekkers, a utopia of diverse flora and fauna for biologists- the list goes on.

This trek is considered the epitome of Nepal, offering the highest altitude trek in the country and a unique opportunity to witness the magnificent view of Mt. Everest, the highest peak in the world.

The Everest Base camp trek is one of the most popular hikes in the Khumbu region, situated in the lap of the mighty Mt. Everest. The route passes through the Sagarmatha National Park and takes the trekkers to the base camp of Mt. Everest. The views are breathtaking, and the entire region looks like a canvas from a fairy tale.

What do you expect in EBC Trek?

Trekking through the footsteps of legends of the Himalayas

Hike to Kala Patthar, a breathtaking close-up view of Everest and its sister peaks

Be fascinated by the chilling wonder of the Khumbu Glacier and Khumbu Icefalls

Travel through Sagarmatha National Park with its exclusive fauna and flora

Spectacular scenery, really admirable, but a lifetime experience

Experience the exhilaration of trekking to the Everest region

EBC Trek at Glance

Trek Duration	14 days
Max. Altitude	5545 meters
Trek Difficulty	Strenuous
Trek Starts/Ends	Lukla/Lukla
Accommodation	Tea houses/Lodges

Everest Base Camp Trek Map

Everest Base Camp 14 days itinerary

If you prefer to go to Everest Base Camp, you need to know the variable itineraries. The Everest Base Camp route is expandable according to your needs. If you haven’t enough time to make the classic route, the Everest Base Camp – 12 Days trek will be ideal.

Likewise, the Everest Base Camp Trek routes spread from 10 to the 14-days or even more, including the Everest Base Camp via Island Peak.

No more time, but a keen interest to trek to the Everest Base Camp if you are physically fit, then a short Everest Base Camp Trek – 10 Days would be perfect.

The Everest region has four glacial valleys that expand from the Himalayas to the Tibet border. Similarly, if you wish for more challenging, then 19- days Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo Lakes would be ideal.

Are you an adventure enthusiast looking for your next thrilling escapade? Look no further than the Everest Three Pass Trek! The ultimate trekking to the Everest Three Passes Trek is perfect for those who want to explore something new and exciting.

Days	Destination	Altitude in Meters	Walking in Distance
1.	Arrival in Kathmandu	1350
2.	Trek Preparation
3.	Fly to Lukla, then trek to Phakding	2600	3h00
4.	Namche Bazaar	3464	6h00
5.	Tengboche	3800	5h00
6.	Dingboche	4400	6h00
7.	Acclimatization Day!
8.	Lobuche	4900	6h00
9.	Gorakshep (visit EBC 5364 m)	5100	7h00
10.	Hike Kalapatthar 5545 m then trek to Pangboche	3900	7h00
11.	Namche	3460	6h00
12.	Lukla	2800	7h00
13.	Fly back to Kathmandu.
14.	Final Departure

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Everest Base Camp Trek Difficulty Level

The route to Everest Base Camp is only about 40 miles long from Lukla, but you’ll gain more than 2,400 meters in altitude. A highly adventurous one since it goes through high altitudes and requires proper acclimatization to prevent health hazards. It is crucial to be in good physical condition for a safe and enjoyable trip and travel slowly up the path to allow your body time to acclimatize to the altitude.

While you don’t have to be an Olympic athlete on the EBC trek, we highly encourage you to enjoy the trip:

Proper insurance
The right level of fitness
Some walking experience in the mountains

You get fitter means the more you enjoy the days of trekking, the less tired you are, and the quicker your body recovers. Of course, getting out in the mountains is the best training possible, but any exercise would be helpful.

The Everest region is the most visited Trek across Nepal. The facilities are handy; also, the lifestyle throughout the journey is fascinating. The folks are honest, helpful, and hospitable, making it a better experience. So, the EBC trek can arrange throughout the year. However, spring and autumn are the best seasons to Trek to Everest Base Camp.

Getting there and away

There are two ways to get to the Everest region. Kathmandu to Jiri or Phaplu by bus is known as a walk-in, followed by 21 days of trekking and 14 days of hiking, known as a fly-in.

We have prepared a detailed guide to the Everest Base Camp trek to showcase the immense beauty of the hike.

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu.

Arrival at the airport in Kathmandu. Welcome by the agency representative at the airport and transfer to your hotel.

Day 2: Free day in Kathmandu

Trek preparation and sightseeing heritage site of Kathmandu.

Day 3: Kathmandu –Lukla (2800m) – Phakding(2600m) 40 minutes by plane and 3h00 walk.

The adventurous journey to Everest Base Camp in the early morning transfer to the domestic terminal Flight to Lukla, the get way of Everest region known as Khumbu. Wonderful opportunities to see the chain Himalayas in a 40-minute flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. Then a short trek to Phakding.

Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar. (3440 m) 6h00 walk.

On the second of the journey, the trails lead you to Namche bazaar, bypassing several Sherpa villages and encountering smiling people, their vibrant cultures, landscapes, and forests. The trails ascend through the forests and bridges until the Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi meet point. About 2 hours steep climb, there is the first approach of Mt. Everest, then continues to walk to Namche Bazaar, the land of Sherpa.

Day 5: Acclimatization day, explore the village.

The unique village of Sherpa, Namche Bazaar, can get modern amenities like the internet, ATMs, Shops, restaurants, and bakery-cafes. Namche Bazaar is considered a center point of the lower and upper Everest (Khumbu) region and has Government offices for local administration. Day trip to Syangboche (Everest View hotel) in the morning, where we can see Mt. Everest and other major peaks of the Khumbu region and give proper acclimatization.

Day 6: Namche – Tengboche (3860m)

It is as usual after breakfast in Namche, trek to the next destination Tengboche, a large monastery of the region where the Mani Rimdu festival conduct in October and many monks are meditation along the year. Enjoy the magnificent view of the thunder Himalayas. The trail regularly goes down to reach Sansa, where we confluence a junction to go popular trail to Gokyo valley and Everest Base camp. Gradually descend to the Dudh Koshi River traversing villages and pine forests, and cross a bridge slightly uphill similar to Tengboche.

Day 7: Tengboche - Dingboche (4410m)

]A picturesque visit surrounds the Monastery and Himalayan scenery in the morning, as usual, starts the day’s journey toward Dingboche. An easy walk day, even at high altitude, passes through several villages, Mani walls, and chhorten, influenced by Tibetan Buddhism. Entering to Imja-Tse valley spectacular views of the mountain remains from Dingboche

Day 8: Acclimatization day!

Acclimatization day! Exploring the village and climbing up to a viewpoint of 5,000 m gives us proper acclimatization. From the viewpoint, it offers spectacular mountain scenery, including Lhotse (8,500 m), Island peak, Lobuche peak, Amadablam, and other major trekking peaks. Dingboche retains its beautiful fields and pasture in Imja Valley.

Day 9: Dingboche – Labuche (4900m) 5h00 walk

An adventurous journey to Everest base camp from Dingboche remains in Himalayan views in 360° along the trail to Lobuche. The trail seems easy to walk due to the altitude and difficulty breathing during the walk. On a steep walk through the moraine of Khumbu glacier from Thukla to Lobuche, we encounter many prayer flags and monuments in memory of the mountaineers who deceased during the expedition.

Day 10: Lobuche – Everest Base Camp (5364m) – Gorakshep (5140m) 7h00 walk.

The trail goes to Gorakshep along the edge of the Khumbu glacier. The vistas of snowy mountains we still perceive. A small climb of Changri glacier and the zigzag trail gets Gorakshep. After having lunch in Gorakshep, heading to Everest Base Camp, where we can see numerous tents in the Basecamp for expedition purposes. Your dream comes true while reaching Everest Base camp, but Everest is not visible here. Then back to Gorakshep.

Day 11: Gorakshep – Kalapattar (5545m) – Pangboche (3900m) 7h00 walk.

We achieved the ultimate goal of the trip. Here begins another climax of the trek to reach the top of Kala Patthar, where we can see a stunning view of Mt. Everest so far. Then continue to descend to Panboche with similar views of thunder Himalayas.

Day 12: Pangboche – Namche 6h00 walk

Easy walk to Dibuche, then climb up to Tengboche. Descending to Pungki thanka, climb up to Sanasa, where the trail junction goes to Gokyo Lake, Khumjung village, and Namche. Afterward, easy walk to Namche; the same views remain while ascending.

Day 13: Namche – Lukla 7h00 walk.

The first part of the trail is steep, descending up to River and passing the same things we have seen while ascending.

Day 14: Lukla – Kathmandu (Hotel includes)

Early morning, 40-minute thrilling flights to an airstrip at Lukla by private plane offers a marvelous view of Central Himalayas and as well as beautiful landscape and hills.

Day 15: Free day in Kathmandu (Hotel includes)

The day can be occupied as security day if the plane doesn’t fly in case of bad weather.

Day 16: Final departure.

Free time in Kathmandu and transfer to the airport two hours before the departure of your flight

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

Kathmandu International Airport

DEPARTURE TIME

Please depart at least 3 hours before the flight.

INCLUDED

All airport/hotel transfers by private car.

Three nights 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.

Domestic Airfare (Round Trip)

Accommodations during trek. (Lodges/Guest Houses/Tea houses).

Meal during the trek

An experienced English-speaking trekking guide, assistant guide (5 Trekkers:1 Assistant Guide) and porters (2 Trekkers:1 porter Max. 20 Kg.)

All necessary documentation and permits (National park permit, TIMS)

Transportation as per itinerary

A First Aid Kits

Applicable Government Taxes

NOT INCLUDED

International Airfare

Nepal Visa fee (Advice to bring accurate amount USD in cash)

Meals in Kathmandu (except breakfast)

Extra night hotel in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.

Personal Expenses (i.e., phone calls, laundry, bar bills, extra porters, bottled or boiled water).

Travel Insurance

Guide & Porter gratuity

The prices are quoted in US$ dollars and payable in convertible currencies. All published rate on our website is set as low as possible. The Prices may vary at any time due to currency fluctuation, fuel prices, and unforeseen economic circumstances. However, we guarantee our prices which already signed up for your tour. Please consult us for a custom quote.

Is the water at Everest Base Camp Trek safe to drink?

No, you are not allowed to drink water from the direct tap or streams on the Everest Base Camp. But you can also use a purifier or SteriPen. It is expensive to buy water (maybe ten times the cost of purchasing water in Kathmandu).

Am I going to be sick on my trek at altitude?

Be conscious. This trek will be over 3500 m in elevation. The possibilities of having an altitude illness usually begin at this altitude. But to prevent this, we have planned the itinerary to give you time to acclimatize as much as possible.

How can I conquer the altitude sickness?

There’s nobody who’s going to suffer from altitude sickness. The younger and fitter people do not experience high altitude illnesses when they feel older and less fit. It’s not related to fitness or age. Speak to your private practitioner. Prescription medicines are available to help avoid the symptoms of altitude sickness. But go gently and listen to the body and be mindful of any changes and listen to your guide if he thinks that you have symptoms (which might not be apparent).

What happens if an emergency evacuation is required while I am trekking?

We will be able to collect your travel insurance policies and details before your trip. In case of emergency, we will be able to coordinate with your insurance company and helicopters company for emergency evacuation.

What about simple medication during the trek?

There is no doubt only be a First aid. We take a first-aid kit on every trip. We always advise you to make your own. Here’s a checklist of items you can bring, recommended. Vaccinations are not compulsory in Nepal; however, we suggest that you keep this checklist if necessary.

Do I need to buy travel insurance before coming to Nepal?

Yes, we only provide insurance to our staff. We recommend that you purchase insurance in your home country. Note: Insurance should cover medical and emergency evacuation.

Should I use crampons for this trek?

No. The trails are well-known. You will not need crampons if you are not traveling in the mid-winter. Instead of the crampons, bring non-technical, lightweight spikes, are less costly and suit any shoe size.

Will tents and mattresses use for the trek?

No, we do not need tents or mattresses. There are tea houses along the trek.

What happens if I forget to bring something home with me?

When you forget something, it may be complicated to find something here. Check here for a detailed packing list for (general) trekking in Nepal. If you’re not a regular hiker, you can rent most of Nepal’s trekking equipment upon your arrival.

Can I leave my stuff in Kathmandu while I am on trek?

Anything you do not want for the trip can leave at our office or your hotel. We recommend that you make sure your bag is lockable.

Who will be the guide?

Generally, we use local guides. Our guides have been numerous times on each trek to the relevant areas. All are qualified, competent, versatile, and certified licensed guides with the Government of Nepal.

Do I need a porter for my trek?

If you use a porter, there are two advantages:
1. You can enjoy your trek entirely without carrying a heavy backpack.
2. Another is to increase the local communities’ income.

How many Kilograms can a porter carry?

A porter can carry an average of 20 kg with his or her bag so that they can carry up to 16 kg of your equipment and gears. But we provide a backpack for them.

Are your staff insured against accidents?

Yes, of course. We ensure that our staff is well insured.

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Tour Reviews

5.00 based on 2 reviews

Dave Nussbaumer

15/07/2017

What can I say! Spent 2 weeks with Kumar and HET. Great experience! Myself and Tom Paradis trekked to EBC and had a wonderful trip. I highly recommend Kumar and HET for anyone who wants to experience a trip of a lifetime.

Bo Li

03/10/2017

I spent 3 weeks there with Sanu (guide) and it is definitely the most unforgettable experience in my life! The itinerary is well-planned by Himalayan Exploration Treks for different levels of trekkers and minimizes the risk of suffering from the high sick. I had a wonderful time with Sanu. Such a professional guide!