Everest Base Camp Trek: Explore the Short Yet Memorable Trek

Everest Base Camp Trek: Explore the Short Yet Memorable Trek Overview

There is a popular saying that, "to be in touch with life, spend some time in the Himalayas". The Everest Base Camp trek is one such route which will take you through diverse landscapes of mountains. While you will be exhausted by the climb, the mountain peaks and scenery that Mother Nature provides will tell you that it's all worth it. Located at the height of 8849m, the highest mountain on the planet, to be at its base and experience this magnanimity of creation is something every trekker or non-trekker wish for.

Everest base camp is at an elevation of 5364m. The journey is full of majestic mountain views of Khumbutse, Changtse, Lingtren, Kala Patthar, and Pumori. The mountain views are seen along the way, and the rich natural terrain and its prospect of Sherpa tradition are what make the Everest Base Camp Short Trek journey a daring feat of adventure in the alpine acreages of Khumbu.

Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most famous treks in the world. It takes you on a fantastic journey to the highest peak on earth. You’ll be following the footsteps of the world’s most famous climbers as you travel across the beautiful Khumbu region. Reaching the Everest Base Camp is certainly on everyone’s bucket list, but you just need to take a step to turn that into reality.

1. day 1

   Arrival at the Airport

   Highest Altitude	1400 m / 4600 ft

   Our North Nepal Trek representative will meet you at the airport. We will then have a meeting later in the evening after you reach the hotel.

   • overnight stay at Hotel in Kathmandu

2. day 2

   Kathmandu Sightseeing (Optional)

   Highest Altitude	1400 m / 4600 ft

   After having breakfast, we start our guided tour of Kathmandu sightseeing. We will visit many of the World Heritage Sites, including Swayambhunath, Bouddhanath, Pashupatinath, and Durbar Squares. These places are of vital historical and cultural significance. The temples are sacred sites for Hindu and Buddhist devotees. Similarly, the durbar square areas represent the various kings and rulers throughout Nepal’s rich history. We will have lunch during the day along with dinner in the evening before returning to our hotel.

   • • Overnight stay at Hotel in Kathmandu
3. day 3

   Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding

   Highest Altitude	2,850m / 9,350ft.
   Trek Duration	3-4 hrs

   Early in the morning, we will get to the airport in our private vehicle. We will fly to Lukla which will take about half an hour. After getting off the plane, we will hike up to Phakding, which takes about 3 hours.

   • • Overnight stay at Lodge, room with attached bathroom
   • • Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
4. day 4

   Trek to Namche Bazaar

   Highest Altitude	3,440m / 11,285ft
   Trek Duration	6 hours

   We will walk along the Dudh Koshi as we ascend through the pine and cedar forests. After 6 hours of trekking, we’ll finally reach Namche Bazaar. The village is a historical site where there used to be trading between the Nepalese and Tibetans. We will browse around the village and relax for the rest of the day.

   • • Overnight stay at Guest House, room with attached bathroom
   • • Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
5. day 5

   Namche Bazaar and Everest View Hotel.

   Highest Altitude	3,440m / 11,285ft
   Trek Duration	1 & ½ hrs

   We will spend the fourth day acclimatizing. However, we will not sit still as we will hike to the Syangboche Airport and Everest Hotel. Syangboche Airport is the highest airport in the world. On the other hand, Everest Hotel offers some splendid views of mountains like Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, etc. We will also visit a museum and a photo gallery.

   • • Overnight stay at Everest view Hotel, room with attached bathroom
   • • Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
6. day 6

   Trek from Namche to Tengboche

   Highest Altitude	3,855m / 12,850ft
   Trek Duration	5-6 hrs

   On the next day, we will descend into the valley of Dudh Koshi and ascend again after reaching Pungki Thanka. After walking for about 5 hours, we will reach Tengboche, where we will spend the night.

   • • Overnight stay at Hotel 
   • • Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
7. day 7

   Trek Tengboche to Dingboche

   Highest Altitude	4,930m /16,175ft.
   Trek Duration	5-6 hrs

   We descend through a forest and cross the Imja Khola. Hiking further, we pass through the village of Pangboche. We will continue to see some gorgeous views of Mt. Lhotse and Amadablam, among others. After five hours, we will reach the ‘summer valley’ of Dingboche.

   • • Overnight stay at Lodge
   • • Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
8. day 8

   Acclimatization Dingboche

   Highest Altitude	5100 m / 16728 ft
   Trek Duration	5-6 hrs

   The seventh day is also for acclimatization. We will trek for a total of six hours from reaching the Nagarjun Hill (5100m/16728ft) to coming back to Dingboche. We will climb to an altitude of 5100m where we will see some excellent views of the mountains. We then return back to Dingboche.

   • Overnight stay at Hotel

   • • Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
9. day 9

   Trek from Dingbuche to Lobuche

   Highest Altitude	4,930m /16,175ft.
   Trek Duration	5-6 hrs

   We will walk along a broad valley passing through Pheriche. We hike for about 5 hours before reaching Lobuche.

   • • Overnight stay at Lodge
   • • Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
10. day 10

    Trek to EBC & back to Gorakshep

    Highest Altitude	5,364m / 17,598ft
    Trek Duration	6-8 hours

    After hiking up for a short while, we can see the Khumbu Glacier down below. We will walk further and pass through Gorekshep and continue to Everest Base Camp. After walking for 3 hours, we will reach the Base Camp. We will explore the glorious site where the climb to the top begins. As there are no tea houses or lodges there, we will hike back to Gorakshep where we spend the night.

    • • Overnight at Lodge in Gorak Shep
    • • Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
11. day 11

    Hiking to Kalapattar to Gorekshep to Pheriche

    Highest Altitude	3,855m / 12,850 ft
    Trek Duration	5 hours

    On the 10th day, we will hike to Kalapatthar. Situated at 5545 meters, Kalapatthar is a vantage point that provides some extraordinary views of Everest along with other mountains. After enjoying the view, we will hike back to Gorekshep and then descend to Pheriche.

    • • Overnight stay at Guest House
    • • Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
12. day 12

    Trek to Namche

    Highest Altitude	3,440m / 11,285ft
    Trek Duration	8 hours

    We walk back along Imja Khola and climb to Tengboche. We then keep hiking down to Pungki Thanka and walk the easy downhill trail to Namche. It takes about 7 hours to reach Namche.

    • • Overnight stay at Lodge
    • • Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
13. day 13

    Trek from Namche to Lukla

    Highest Altitude	2,850m / 9,350ft
    Trek Duration	7-8 hrs

    We continue back along the Dudh Koshi River to reach the airstrip at Lukla.

    • • Overnight stay at Comfort Inn
    • • Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
14. day 14

    Fly back to Kathmandu

    Flight Hours	40 minutes

    We board the plane early in the morning, which will bring us back to Kathmandu. However, we will enjoy the flight back as we look over the mountains and feel satisfied with completing the trek. Upon reaching Kathmandu, you will head to your hotel. Additionally, you can explore different sites of Kathmandu valley during the day.

    North Nepal trek will be organizing a farewell dinner on this day. You will also be receiving the sucessful Everest Base Camp trek certificate and sharing your experience as well. Our representative will take you to the airport for your final departure.

    • • Included standard meal (Breakfast)

• All ground transports in private vehicles including airport transfers.
• Full board meals with tea/coffee (Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner) during the trek.
• The best available twin sharing lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek, we provide you attached bathroom with a hot shower at Lukla, Phakding, and Namche.
• One highly experienced, helpful and friendly guide, porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance for all staff.
• Round trip flight Kathmandu – Lukla, and Lukla – Kathmandu including departure taxes.
• Down jacket and sleeping bag during the trek, if required.
• North Nepal T-shirt, trekking map and trip achievement certificate.
• First aid medical kit.
• Sagarmatha National Park Permits fee.
• TIMS Fee- Trekkers Information Management System (Please bring 2 passport-size photos for permit).
• Government taxes and office service charges.