13 Days Everest Base Camp Trek
What your day looks like
With eight of the world's ten highest peaks, Nepal is renowned for its spectacular mountain vistas. The Everest Base Camp trek is the grandest walk in the land of the Himalayas. Trekking through the Everest region offers astounding mountain views, and opportunities to get a glimpse into the life of world-famous climbers (the Sherpas). The trek further offers the opportunities to go sightseeing around Sagarmatha National Park, a world heritage site that is home to a variety of Himalayan floras and faunas, to get a closer look at the highest Buddhist monasteries in the world, and, of course, the most gratifying of them all, the trip to Everest Base Camp itself. Mount Everest, standing at 8,848m has had a lure of its own, drawing avid climbers and trekkers to gaze on its magnificence. Your journey through this majestic region will immerse you in the vibrant local culture and traditions, colorful festivals and monasteries, picturesque villages, and the gentle spirit of the Sherpa people.
Why travelers choose this experience
- Experience 13 Days Everest Base Camp Trek
- Dive into a unique Nepal experience With eight of the world's ten highest peaks
- Trekking through the Everest region offers astounding mountain views
- Opportunity for a glimpse into the life of worldfamous climbers (the Sherpas)
- See a variety of Himalayan floras and faunas
- Sightseeing around Sagarmatha National Park, a world heritage site
- Enjoy traditions, colorful festivals & monasteries, picturesque villages & MORE
Your day, step by step
Kathmandu
Welcome to Nepal. Kathmandu to Lukla by domestic flight and trek to Phakding (2600M) Fly to Lukla from Kathmandu airport and reach to the gateway to Everest, Lukla.
Lukla
Hiking. After the flight to Lukla, you will trek to Phakding the same day.
Kathmandu
Overnight at Sherpa Shangrilla Hotel
Kathmandu
Hiking at Namche Bazaar. Trek to Namche Bazaar (3535 m) Early morning, we start our journey through a pine forest and walk alongside the Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers. We ascend on a steep trail and reach Namche Bazaar (5-6 hours) which is probably the biggest town in the Everest region.
Kathmandu
Overnight at Hotel Sherpa Land
Kathmandu
Leisure at Namche Bazaar. Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar To avoid the altitude sickness, we need to acclimatization in Namche Bazaar. Namche Bazaar is the most beautiful and primary town of the Everest region. The place is occupied with the colorful market with ATMs, government office, shops, restaurants and so on.
Kathmandu
Overnight at Hotel Sherpa Land
Kathmandu
Local Flavor at Tengboche Monastery. Trek to Tengboche (3850 m). From here we ascend towards Tengboche village which houses the very famous Tengboche monastery which is the biggest monastery of the Everest region (5-6 hours)
Kathmandu
Overnight at Rivendell Guest House
Kathmandu
Hiking at Mount Everest. Trek to Dingboche (4350 m). Our trail descends and passes through lush forests of birch, confer and rhododendron trees. While trekking we can admire good views of Mt. Everest.
Kathmandu
Sightseeing at Lhotse. View Lhotse, and Ama Dablam.
Kathmandu
Sightseeing at Ama Dablam.
Kathmandu
Sightseeing at Imja Khola. We continue our walk to the Imja Valley and Lobuche River before ascending to Dingboche (5-6 hours)
Kathmandu
Overnight at Mountain Paradise.
Kathmandu
Nature Walks at Imja Khola. Acclimatization in Dingboche Spending a day in Dingboche will help us to acclimate to the high altitude. We can also admire the picturesque Imja Khola Valley and the beautiful Dingboche village.
Kathmandu
Overnight at Mountain Paradise.
Kathmandu
Hiking at Khumbu Glacier. Trek to Lobuche: We ascend to the steep terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. As the trail drops to the Khumbu Glacier moraine, we find ourselves facing several great peaks including Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori and Mahalangur Himal (5-6 hours)
Kathmandu
Overnight at Sherpa Lodge.
Kathmandu
Hiking at Everest Base Camp. Trek to Gorakshep (5160M) Hike about 2-3 hour to base camp and trek back to Gorakshep.
Kathmandu
Overnight at Himalayan Lodge
Kathmandu
Hiking at Kala Patthar. Hike to Kalapathar (5545 m) Early morning hike to Kalapathar and trek back to Pheriche.
Kathmandu
Overnight at Pumari Lodge
Kathmandu
Hiking at Tengboche Monastery. Trek down to Tengboche 10 Trek back to Tengboche
Kathmandu
Overnight at Hotel Rivendell Lodge
Kathmandu
Hiking at Namche Bazaar. Trek down Namche. Trek back to Namche Bazaar.
Kathmandu
Overnight at Sherpa Sherpaland
Kathmandu
Hiking. Trek down to Lukla. Trek back to Lukla.
Kathmandu
Overnight at Hotel Mera
Kathmandu
Now leaving: In the morning, fly back to Kathmandu from Lukla by flight. And end of the trip. We are happy you came and hope to see you again soon! Thank you for visiting!
Before you go
Included
Kathmandu - Lukla – Kathmandu by domestic flight Airfare for the trekking crew Company T-shirt First Aid Kit Local taxes National Park fees and TIMS card Necessary equipment (Sleeping bag and Duffle bags - if needed) Professional and licensed guide and professional porter Tour escort/host Transport by private vehicle Airport/Departure Tax Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Not Included
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase) Lunch and dinner during the trip Personal Equipment and clothing Your Travel Insurance Accommodation in Kathmandu
What to Bring
Comfortable and warm clothing, and walking shoes are recommended
Restrictions
Not recommended for participants with back problems. Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions. Not recommended for pregnant women. Not stroller accessible. Not suitable for pets. No public transportation nearby. Infants must not sit on laps. Infant seats are unavailable.
Meeting & Pickup
Himalayan Suite Hotel - Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, 44600.
Planning Notes
Minimum age: 14 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business