Everest Base Camp Trek

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1345meters)⌄

   Up on arrival at airport we will welcome you and transfer to you hotel.Evening welcome dinner with Nepali cultural dance show.Overnight at Hotel.

   Meals: Dinner

   Overnight: 3***Stars Hotel in Kathmandu

2. 2Fly to Lukla (2804 meters) trek to Phakding (2610 meters) 3 hours.⌄

   Wake up morning then heading to Airport for the 35 minute scenic flight to Tenzing and Hillary Airport at Lukla at 2804meters. After landing we have time to explore the village while our Sherpa crew sorts and loads our trekking equipment. Then we begin our trek by descending towards the Dudh Koshi River where we join the main trail to Namche Bazaar, located just above Chaunrikharka (2713m). The walking is easy and after passing through the small village of Ghat (2550m) it is a short walk to Phakding. Overnight at Guesthouse.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: During the Everest Base Camp Trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis

3. 3Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters) 5.30 hours.⌄

   We continue trekking along the banks of the Dudh Koshi, crossing this majestic river many times on exciting suspension bridges laden with prayer flags. After entering Sagamartha National Park, the trail climbs steeply with breathtaking views. Namche Bazaar known as the Gateway to Everest is home to many quality restaurants, hotels, lodges, shops, money exchanges, internet cafes and bakeries. Namche is one of the biggest villages along the whole Everest trail. Overnight at Guesthouse.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: During the Everest Base Camp Trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis

4. 4Namche Bazaar Acclimatization day.⌄

   Relaxing day in Namche Bazaar.We will spend a day here in order to acclimatize and adjust to the thinning of the air, as well as a short trek where a museum is celebrating the traditional customs of the Sherpa people. Today we hike up the Syangboche Airport around Everest View Hotel. From this point, we can see rewarding views of the Himalayas with stunning sunrise and sunset over the panorama of Khumbu peaks. Overnight at Guesthouse.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: During the Everest Base Camp Trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis

5. 5Trek to Tengboche Monastery (3860 meters) 5 hours.⌄

   Today we trek to Tengboche from Namche Bazaar.The trek continues along the rushing glacial waters of the Dudh Koshi with magnificent views of the mountains. We trek to an altitude of 3860 meters. On reaching Tengboche you will see the local monastery. Inside the monastery are incredibly ornate wall hangings, a 20-foot sculpture of Buddha, and the musical instruments and robes of the Lamas. The group will be taken to observe a prayer ceremony either in the evening or morning depending on how the day’s trekking went. Overnight at Guesthouse.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: During the Everest Base Camp Trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis

6. 6Trek to Dingboche (4350 meters) 5.30 hours.⌄

   Wake up early in the moning then having breakfast then trek to Dingboche.From Tengboche the trail drops to Debuche, crosses another exciting suspension bridge on the Imja Khola, and climbs to Pangboche amongst thousands of mani stones. Our uphill trek continues, taking us to the quaint traditional Sherpa village of Dingboche with its exquisite views of Lhotse, Island Peak, and Ama Dablam. We take our time so we avoid getting affected by the altitude. Overnight at Guesthouse.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: During the Everest Base Camp Trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis

7. 7Trek to Nagarjune Hill back to Dingboche. 4.30 hours. Rest Day⌄

   Today you can enjoy another day for acclimatization. We will have a trip to Nagarjune hill to get a marvelous view of the surrounding mountains, especially Lhotse’s massive south wall, then return to Dingboche in the evening. Overnight at Guesthouse.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: During the Everest Base Camp Trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis

8. 8Trek to Lobuche (4910 meters) 5 hours.⌄

   Having breakfast then heading to Lobuche.Today, the trail continues along the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier and passes by stone memorials for climbers who have perished on nearby summits.We continue to climb as we are heading to the altitude of 4910 meters at Lobuche which is really just a few huts at the foot of giant Lobuche peak. Some breathing problems may arise today due to the altitude. Overnight at Guesthouse.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: During the Everest Base Camp Trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis

9. 9Trek to Everest Base Camp (5365 meters) then back to Gorak Shep (5180 meters). 7.30 hours.⌄

   Let’s experience the most adventurous day.Its a big and difficult day walk along the Khumbu Glacier and up to Everest Base Camp at 5365 meters, the closest you can get to Mt. Everest without mountaineering equipment. There will likely be a team about to attempt the summit. The view of the Khumbu Icefall from Base Camp is spectacular. We return back to Gorak Shep for the night. Overnight at Guesthouse.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: During the Everest Base Camp Trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis

10. 10Hike up to Kalapatthar (5555 meters) early in the morning and trek down to Periche (4200 meters). 7 hours.⌄

    Wake up early in the morning then hike to Kalapatthar. Most of morning in this day is spent climbing Mt. KalaPatthar, a small peak (by Himalayan standards) at 5555meters. The ascent is demanding but the climber gets the most magnificent mountain panorama: Everest, the highest point on the planet at 8848 meters, towers directly ahead and on all sides loom the other giants, Nuptse, Pumori, Chagatse, Lhotse and countless others. We make a quick descent to Gorak Shep, a tiny hamlet at 5180 meters then trek down to Periche. Overnight at Guesthouse.

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: During the Everest Base Camp Trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis

11. 11Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters) 5.30 hours.⌄

    From Periche we take a slightly different route down to Orsho, then to Pangboche village. Here is the oldest monastery in the region which contains what is said to be the scalp and bones of a ‘Yeti’, or the abominable snowman. Leaving mountains behind us, our descent takes us through Tengboche Monastery at elevation of 3860 meters before continuing back to the town of Namche Bazaar at 3441 meters. We arrive back to Namche Bazaar in the afternoon. Overnight at Guesthouse.

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: During the Everest Base Camp Trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis

12. 12Trek to Lukla (2804 meters) 6 hours.⌄

    Having breakfast then heading to Lukla where the trek began, which will seem like a lifetime ago; enjoying time to reflect on the trek as a group and the personal achievement of all those who took part and also giving you time to explore the town. Overnight at Guesthouse.

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: During the Everest Base Camp Trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis

13. 13Morning flight back to Kathmandu.⌄

    Enjoying your last glimpse of the mountains you have recently visited for one last time on the 35 minute scenic flight back to Kathmandu. On arrival in Kathmandu, we will transfer you hotel. Relaxing and buy souvenir. Overnight at Kathmandu.

    Overnight: We will be staying 3 ***Hotel in Kathmandu

14. 14farewell friend⌄

    The journey within the mountains of Nepal comes to an end today!We will transfer you airport as per your flight time.