Overview

Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most popular treks in the world. The 14 days Everest Base Camp trek we experience astounding mountain views, get glimpse of life of the world-famous climbers (Sherpa), world heritage site trek, tour of high-altitude Buddhist Monasteries. Among several monasteries, we have chances to see very old and historical Tengboche Monastery which is one of the oldest monasteries in Khumbu region. We have also chanced to see endangered flora and fauna. Two nights in Namche Bazaar, the unofficial Sherpa capital of Khumbu region helps proper acclimatization and beauty of high Himalayas Sherpa town.

Trekking of Everest Base Camp of Nepal also provides us an opportunity to the scenic view of world highest peak Mt. Everest(8848m), Mt. Lhotse(8516m), Mt. Makalu(8485m), Mt.Cho Oyu (8201m) and so many mountains above 7000m and 6000m. This trek also provides us an opportunity to experience the scenic trekking trails, culture, history and lifestyle of Sherpa people.

Trekking to Everest Basecamp is a lifetime experience and it is not a very difficult task as the basecamp is located at the elevation of 5364m from the sea level. Early morning climbing Kalapatthar(5545m) gives us chances to have breathtaking panoramic view of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori, Cholatse, Tabuche, Lobuche East and so many gorgeous mountains

Everest Base Camp Trekking Highlights

• Scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla or  Manthali to Lukla
• Follow the footsteps of Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary and other world-famous climbers.
• Pass through the Sagarmatha National Park which is under UNESCO world heritage site since 1979.
• Visit Sherpa village, meet local people, explore theirs’ culture and lifestyles.
• Staying in Namche Bazaar, the Sherpa capital of Khumbu region itself an amazing experience.
• We have amazing view of Khumbu Glacier and Khumbu Icefalls.
• We reach the Mount Everest Base Camp which is everyone’s dream.
• We reach to Kalapatthar (5545m), known as Everest Viewpoint offers us breathtaking view of Mount Everest and so many beautiful mountains.
• Visit Tengboche Monastery, one of the oldest monasteries of this region and its strong spiritual connection.
• We visit Sagarmatha Museum. We can explore entire knowledge of Everest Region.
• Breathtaking view of gorgeous mountains throughout the entire trekking.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and trip preparation

Upon your arrival in Kathmandu Airport, A representative of Himalayan Encyclopaedia will wait outside of the airport with your name signage to welcome you beautiful country Nepal. He/she will take you to the hotel. In the day, there will be trip briefing. We will provide you much more information in the briefing which help you to prepare the trip nicely. In the evening you can explore touristic city Thamel. Overnight in Kathmandu Hotel.

Today we will take wonderful flight to Tenzing-Hillary Airport Lukla. The scenic flight will take you about 40 minutes.

After reaching Lukla, we will walk down to Phakding(2650m) through Dudh Koshi valley. We will pass through beautiful Cheplung Village(2690m) with wonderful view of Mt. Khumbilla(5761m), a sacred mountain which is never climbed. We walk up and down on the side of Dudh Koshi river to reach Phakding. Overnight in Phakding

Day 03: Phakding to Namche Bazaar

After having breakfast at Phakding, we will walk towards Namche Bazaar(3440m). We walk through pine forest and reach the valley of Chaurikharkha. We cross Dudh Koshi river and reach to beautiful Monjo village. After couple of minutes walking, We reach to Sagarmatha National Park Entrance gate. We will get Entrance ticket of National park and descend down to Jorsalle village. This will be the last village before Namche Bazaar. We walk along side of Dudh Koshi  and Bhote Koshi river. A steep climb up from the last suspension bridge through pine forest, another 2 hours reach to the beautiful Namche Bazaar. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

Day 04: Acclimatization day at Namche

Today is the rest day at Namche Bazaar. Although there are several things to do in Namche Bazaar, we go morning hike to the Everest View Hotel (3880m). On the way to Everest View Hotel, We will visit Sagarmatha National Park Museum. Along the way we will have magnificent view of Lhotse(8516m),  Amadablam(6812m),Khantega(6761m),Thamserku(6612m),Taboche(6495m),Cholatse(644om) and many other beautiful mountains. We will have tea/coffee at Everest View hotel with the view of Everest(8848m).

If you are interested in the day hike we can walk down to Khumjung Village(3790m). We can visit Khumjung Hillary School and Khunde Hospital established by Sir Edmund Hillary. We can visit Buddhist Monastery, where Yeti’s head has been kept safely. We can explore Sherpa settlement, Sherpa lifestyles, meet local people in Khumjung village. After that we can walk down to Namche Bazaar. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

Day 05: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche

Today we trek to Tengboche(3875m), a famous monastery in Khumbu region. We walk about 2 hours steady flat to Kyanjuma(3600m) and walk down to Lausasa and Phungi Thanga village. Along the way we will have magnificent view of Lhotse(8516m),  Amadablam(6812m),Khantega(6761m),Thamserku(6612m),Taboche(6495m),Cholatse(644om) and many other beautiful mountains. We cross the suspension bridge of Dudh Koshi river and walk steep to Tengboche Monastery. Overnight in Tengboche or Debuche .

Day 6 : Tengboche to Dingboche

After having breakfast we start our trek to Dingboche through lush trees, birch, conifers and rhododendron forest. Within 30 minutes we will reach to Debuche village (3820m). We walk flat to Imja river, cross suspension bridge. The trail rewards us pristine view of Lhotse(8516m),Nuptse(7861m), Amadablam(6812m),Khantega(6761m) and mountains. We further move and gently uphill takes us another beautiful village Pangboche(3950m). Next one hour from Pangboche, we will close to Somare(4040m). We further move to Imja valley where two rivers meets. After crossing small bridge, we climb uphill to Dingboche village. Dingboche is an amazing village with 360 view of mountains. Overnight in Dingboche.

Day 07: Dingboche-Acclimatization

Today is reserved day for acclimatization. After having breakfast we go morning hike  to Nangkartshang Peak(5121m) or Chukkung (4730m). Our hiking today rewards us 360 view of dozens of gorgeous mountains such as Lhotse(8516m), Makalu(8463m),Lobuche East (6119m),Island Peak(6160m),Peak 38(7590m),Baruntse(7162m), Amadablam(6812m),Khantega(6761m),Thamserku(6612m),Taboche(6495m),Cholatse(644om) and many other mountains. We try to reach 200-300m higher elevation than Dingboche which helps us for tomorrow. We come down to Dingboche for the rest.

Dingboche is the popular stop for the trekkers and climbers headed to Mount Everest, Makalu, Island Peak, Baruntse. We can spend our daytime going around the Dingboche village. In Dingboche, we can find ATM, Bakery, Coffee shop, Clothes Shop, Grocery, Pharmacy etc. Overnight in Dingboche.

Day 08: Dingboche to Lobuche

After having breakfast, We start our trek with a gradual climb towards Thukla(4620m) where we normally stop for the lunch. We will have wonderful view of Mt. Cholatse(6440m),Taboche(6495m) on the left. Further walking we will see Pheriche(4200m) where there is small hospital for mountain sickness. We will have beautiful view of cone shaped mountain Pumori(7161m) before reaching Thukla.

After having lunch at Thukla we climb to Thukla Pass(4830m). Upon reaching the top, We will see the memorable park who perished on a mission to climb the Everest, among those Scott Fisher-American Mountaineer and Babu Chiri Sherpa-10 times Everest submitter. From here the trail is easy to Lobuche(5030m),we continue our journey to the Khumbu moraine and have a great view of Lobuche East, Changri, Lingrentse, Khumbutse, Pumori, Lhola, and so on. When we reach to Lobuche, Nuptse(7161m) mountain will be just in front of us. Overnight in Lobuche.

Day 09: Lobuche to Gorakshep & visit The Everest Basecamp

Today is the most important and most awaited day of our trekking because we are reaching to the Everest Base Camp today. For you this will be the most nearest point of Everest you could ever been to Mt Everest without being the climber. Early morning, We will have the breakfast and start our trek to Gorakshep. Gorakshep is the highest human settlement place and last stop to the Everest Base Camp Trek . During the trek to Lobuche, We will rewards with the glorious view of Changri, Pumori, Lingrentse, Khumbutse,Nuptse and so many other mountains. When we reach to Khumbu Glacier, the trail will be half to Gorakshep. The view of Khumbu Glacier from the top is breathtaking.

After reaching Gorakshep, We will have quick break and continue our trip to the Everest Base Camp. We pass through rocky dunes, moraine and streams before reaching the Everest Base Camp. The walk is strenuous due to thin air in the atmosphere. When we reach to the Everest Base Camp, We take photos and videos for the life time memory. We get back to the same trail to the Gorakshep. Overnight in Gorakshep.

Day 10: Gorak Shep to Kalapatthar then Pheriche

Our day today starts early morning hiking to the Kalapatthar as we have chances of sun rising over Mount Everest and surrounding mountains. We might face cold temperature(-10 to -15) and chilled winds while walking. Upon reaching kalapatthar(5545m), We get 360 view of mountains and beautiful view of Mount Everest. We take pictures and return back to Gorakshep to have breakfast.

After having breakfast, we walk down to Pheriche. Descending down we will feel better. Pheriche is a small village popular to climber. There is a small mountain sickness hospital which treats the high-altitude sickness patient. Overnight in Pheriche.

Day 11: Pheriche to Namche Bazaar

Today we will trek all the way to Namche Bazaar(3440m). Today’s trek is easier but longest. We walk on the bank of Dudh Koshi river through the rhododendron and juniper trees. We may have chances to see colorful Pheasant and mountain goats. We reach to Tengboche from Debuche and walk downhill all the way to Phungithanka. We climb uphill to reach Kyanjuma(3600m) and steady downhill flat to Namche Bazaar. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

Day 12: Namche Bazaar to Lukla

The trail descends steeply downwards until we reach to Jorsalle. We need to walk carefully while walking downhill as the rocky terrain. The trail becomes easier after passing Monjo. We will walk up and down of Cheplung and Benkhar village to reach Phakding. From Phakding we walk uphill to Cheplung village. Another an hour from Cheplung, We will reach to Lukla. After reaching Lukla, We can recall  the memory of last 2 weeks trip. We can enjoy, take rest, and go around to Lukla Bazaar. Overnight in Lukla

Day 13: Fly to Kathmandu

Your adventure journey come to end today. We catch early morning flight to Kathmandu. After reaching Kathmandu, We can take rest or go for shopping. If we have time, We can explore historical Kathmandu city. In the evening, you can go for shopping and enjoy. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 14: Final Departure

Your wonderful journey to Nepal come to an end today. A representative of Himalayan Encyclopedia will drop to you at the airport, about 3 hours before your flight. We  say Good Bye for this time and hope to see you in Nepal again for next adventure.

Cost Includes 

• Round trip flight to Kathmandu- Lukla
• All ground transportation in a private vehicle
• 2 nights accommodation in 3 star category hotel in Kathmandu with BB plan.
• 12 nights Tea Houses(on a twin sharing basis) during the trek.
• Daily meals(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.
• National Park Permit
• Rural Municipality Permit
• A Government Licensed, English speaking Trekking Guide.
• Porters to carry your baggage(1 porter for 2 clients)
• All the cost for food, accommodation, salary, accidental insurance for Guide and Porter.
• Duffel Bag, Sleeping bag and  Down Jacket during the trek.
• Everest Base Camp Trekking Route Map
• First Aid Kit.

 Cost Excludes

• International Airfare
• Meals in Kathmandu
• Visa Cost
• Travel Insurance
• All soft drinks including water
• Snacks and all types of refreshment items.
• Laundry, Telephone expenses, Electricity charges, Wi Fi, Hot Shower
• Personal trekking gears
• Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu due to early or late departure to the trek or early return from the trek.
• Additional cost incurred due to cause beyond our control such as landslides, weather condition, illness, strikes, changes of government policies etc.
• Tips to the Guide and Porter