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Trip Facts
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Group Size1-15 pax
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Max Elevation5364m
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GradeMedium
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TransportationFlights
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AccommodationHotel / Lodge
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Cost1500
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Trip Length15
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Best MonthSep, Oct, Nov - Mar, Apr, May
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WIFIAvailable
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Trip ModeTrek
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MealAll meals on Trek
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Trekking StyleNormal
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Start FromKathmandu
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End PointKathmandu
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1340m)
Day 02: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2,860 m) & Trek to Phakding (2,610 m)
Day 03: Trek from Phakding (2,610 m) to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
Day 04: Namche Acclimatization ( 3440m)
Day 05: Trek from Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) to Tengboche (3,860 m)
Day 06: Trek from Tengboche (3,860 m) to Dingboche (4,410 m)
Day 07: Trek from Dingboche (4,410 m) to Duglha (4,620 m)
Day 08: Trek from Duglha (4,620 m) to Lobuche (4,940 m)
Day 09:: Trek from Lobuche (4,940 m) to Gorak Shep (5,190 m) to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m)
Day 10:: Trek to Kala Patthar and Trek Down to Pheriche ( 4,371 m)
Day 11:: Trek from Pheriche (4,371 m) down to Khumjung Village (3,790 m)
Day 12: Trek from Khumjung Village (3,790 m) down to Jorsale (2,740 m)
DAY 13: Trek from Jorsale (2,740 m) to Lukla (2,860 m)
DAY 14: Fly Lukla to Kathmandu /Ramechap ( 1440 m)
Day 15:: Departure (1340)
Altitude Map
This Altitude Map shows highest alttitude you will trek to each day.
Group Cost
Group | Cost |
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1-1 pax | $1500 |
2-4 pax | $1350 |
5-8 pax | $1300 |
9-12 pax | $1280 |
13-15 pax | $1250 |
Package Included
- Necessary local transport by private vehicle
- Accommodation in Kathmandu at 3-star standard hotels with breakfast
- Sightseeing in Kathmandu with a tour guide
- Entrance fees for all sightseeing spots in Kathmandu and national park fees during the trek
- Accommodation in lodges/guest houses during the trek
- Meals on the full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during trekking, including tea/coffee
- Experienced government-licensed trek guide and a porter to carry your luggage
- Insurance for field staff
- Permits and Group medical supplies (first aid kit)
- Lukla-Kathmandu flight ticket, including 15kg baggage
- TIMS Card (Trekker's Information Management System card)
- All additional government taxes
Package not Includes
- Nepal entry visa fee
- International/any airfare
- Travellers insurance (compulsory)
- Alcohol and hot/cold drinks
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- All expenses due to unavoidable events (e.g. flight cancellation, personal illness, strike,political disturbances, etc.)
Trip Overview
The Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most popular treks among every tourist in the whole world. The Everest Base Camp trek of 15 days begins with a journey to Lukla, a town situated in the Himalayan mountain range. From there, trekkers follow beautiful forests, river crossings, and remote traditional Sherpa villages. The journey leads you to Lukla, the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO site where you can view several plant and animal species.
It provides incredible views of the mountains, including Mount Everest. Trekking takes about two weeks on the trail, where trekkers eat and rest in the tea houses. There are several points one can experience along the route, such as Namche Bazaar, a busy market town, and Tengboche Monastery, a religious place with beautiful views of mountains. The treks also incorporate acclimatization days in the itinerary so that individuals can adjust to the high altitudes. These days, avoiding the effects of high altitudes and safe trekking is critical.
The last is the Everest Base Camp, situated at 5,364 meters above sea level. Getting to the base camp is a victory and a great way to witness and marvel at the magnificence of Everest. Other attractions are the captivating treks to Kala Patthar – a vantage point providing stunning sunrise views over Mount Everest.
The EBC Trek ends with a repeat of the same; trekkers have to retrace their steps to Lukla and fly back to Kathmandu. The Everest Base Camp Trek is a fantastic trip, including many challenging treks with stunning views of the mountains and the whole surrounding landscape.
Highlights of Everest Base Camp Trek 15 Days Cost for 2024/2025
- A scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla offers stunning aerial views of the Himalayas.
- Trek through iconic Sherpa villages, including Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, and Dingboche.
- Visit the historic Tengboche Monastery, with panoramic views of the surrounding peaks.
- Acclimatization hikes to vantage points like Kala Patthar (5,545 meters/18,192 feet) for breathtaking views of Everest.
- Walk along the Khumbu Glacier and reach Everest Base Camp (5,364 meters/17,598 feet).
- Experience the unique culture, traditions, and hospitality of the Sherpa people.
- Opportunity to witness a diverse range of flora and fauna in Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit to Namche Bazaar, the gateway to the Everest region
- Exploration of Tengboche Monastery
- Walk through the Sagarmatha National Park
- Reaching Everest Base Camp at 5,364 meters
- Sunrise view from Kala Patthar
Detail Itinerary
Arrival in Kathmandu (1340m)
Once you reach Kathmandu, our representative will pick you up at the airport and take you to the hotel in Nepal. After the flight, spend a little time and take a break before going into town. Thamel is a popular tourist shopping and eating area and is bustling with daytime activities; however, numerous cafes, restaurants, and shops are open until late at night.
It is also an excellent point to purchase the remaining trekking materials or as a souvenir mall. Individuals will also receive a pre-trek briefing from their guide concerning the trek to be carried out. These are your first impressions of the city, which will be your starting point for the discovery of Nepal.
Dinner
Hotel in Kathmandu
1340m
Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2,860 m) & Trek to Phakding (2,610 m)
First, rising early in the morning, you will be transferred by helicopter from Kathmandu and land at Lukla, the starting point for the tours to the Everest region. There are stunning aerial views of the Himalayan mountains, which are part of the attraction of the otherwise unremarkable flight.
When you arrive in Lukla, your trekking team will welcome you and accompany you to Phakding. The trail continues descending through the forests, across suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River, and past several villages.
You will reach Phakding in a few hours of walking on this trail. Here, you will explore the day in a teahouse and the first night in the Everest region.
Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Lodge
2610m
Trek from Phakding (2,610 m) to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
Today's trek is to Namche Bazaar, which is described as the business centre of the entire Khumbu. This trail, the marker Dudh Koshi River, crossed several suspension bridges brightly decorated by prayer flags. Monjo and Jorsale villages are the last ones before entering the Sagarmatha National Park.
It is tiring enough, especially the last stretch from Phortse to Namche Bazaar, but the vistas of the hill reward trekkers with the sight of Mount Everest and Lhotse. Namche Bazaar is known for its shops, cafés, lodges, and sale and rent services.
Indeed, it is where trekkers find a perfect location to relax and socialize before the actual trek. This is where you will sleep; you will be let loose at night to acclimate to the higher altitude.
Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Lodge
3440m
Namche Acclimatization ( 3440m)
Namche Bazaar will be your third stop, and an additional day will be dedicated to client acclimatisation. This is one of the causes of altitude sickness, so it is recommended that you acclimate during the trek.
The buildings that can be visited after this trek are the Everest View Hotel, which has the best view of Everest and Ama Dablam, among other mountains. The other activity that can be done is a trip to the Sherpa Culture Museum and Namche Bazaar shopping bazaar.
This day is a rest day used by the body to acclimate to the higher altitude while exploring the region's customs, foods, and views. The evening before the trek: Given that it will be a full day into the trek, take it easy and get ready for tomorrow.
Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Lodge
3440m
Trek from Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) to Tengboche (3,860 m)
Today's trek takes you to Tengboche, one of the biggest monasteries in the Himalayan area. The trail initially leaves the Namche Bazaar valley, which is steadily more dramatic and offers excellent views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam.
You will descend steeply to Dudh Koshi River before starting another steep descent to Tengobche. The Tengboche Monastery is a significant religious site for the Sherpas and for a fine view of the mountains. The trek will also entail a visit to the monastery and a brief history. Stop for the night in a teahouse in Tengboche.
Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Lodge
3860m
Trek from Tengboche (3,860 m) to Dingboche (4,410 m)
After Tengboche, you will carry on with your hike to Dingboche. It goes down through the area filled with rhododendron trees and reaches the village called Debuche, taking the necessary time to cross the Imja Khola River. You will then ascend to Pangboche with a stop at the oldest monastery in the entire region.
The trail progresses through rhododendrons and other flowers to Dingboche, a beautiful village with stone piers. Dingboche offers the finest views of Ama Dablam and other mountains. It is also a post-step for acclimatization.
You will spend the night as well. There are so many things to do that you won't get bored, and the environment is serene and located in the mountains.
Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Lodge
4410m
Trek from Dingboche (4,410 m) to Duglha (4,620 m)
Today's trek is comparatively less, but necessary to familiarize the climbers with the environment. After a day of acclimatization, the next upswing trek will take you from Dingboche to Duglha, passing along the route close to the Khumbu Glacier.
The terrain changes, becoming rugged and treeless as one climbs to higher ground. There are also crosses of climbers who died on Everest, which is a rather sad sight.
Duglha is a tiny village with no more than a few teahouses at the base of the Khumbu Glacier. The next day, you will spend the night trekking in higher altitudes.
Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Lodge
4620m
Trek from Duglha (4,620 m) to Lobuche (4,940 m)
The trek from Duglha to Lobuche is short but steep. You'll start with a challenging climb up the moraine, reaching the top of the ridge where memorials to fallen climbers stand. From here, the trail levels out, offering spectacular views of the surrounding peaks.
You'll follow the Khumbu Glacier, with the rugged landscape becoming more apparent. Lobuche is a small village with limited accommodations, so it's essential to rest and stay warm. The altitude here is significant, and you'll feel the thin air. Spend the night in Lobuche, preparing for the final push to Everest Base Camp.
Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Lodge
4940m
Trek from Lobuche (4,940 m) to Gorak Shep (5,190 m) to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m)
The day was one of the most enchanting days of the trek among the trekkers. After Lobuche, you will proceed towards Gorakshep, which is the final stop before the friendly height of Everest Base Camp. The path is quite steep most of the way and is actually stony.
Moreover, the view of the mountains, especially of Mount Everest and the Khumbu Icefall, is absolutely stunning. Once again, you will be targeting to reach the base camp after a short break at Gorakshep. Just getting to base camp is a victory; typically, most travellers take some time to take pictures. Following this celebration, you'll be back in Gorakshep for an overnight stay.
Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Lodge
5364m
Trek to Kala Patthar and Trek Down to Pheriche ( 4,371 m)
Moving early in the morning to Kalapatar, which is one of the most beautiful spots to view the Sunrise on the Himals, particularly Mount Everest. The stairs are narrow, and graduates are required to go up long flights of stairs, but the scenery at the top is splendid. Everest, Nuptse, Pumori & other mountains will appear in the morning sunlight, what you've only dreamed of till now. Next, you will trek down to Gorakshep for breakfast and finally trek down to Pheriche after that. The descent is much faster and easier, so one can view different things around the place. Pheriche is a small village with a medical clinic for those who are trekking to have a checkup on their health, which is related to high altitude.
Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Lodge
4371m
Trek from Pheriche (4,371 m) down to Khumjung Village (3,790 m)
Again, today's walking journey starts from Pheriche to Khumjung, one of the traditional Sherpa villages. The trail then goes down through the valley, off to Pangboche, then climbs up to Tengboche.
Such will go through the forest and fields to Khumjung. Khumjung is famous for its scenic location, especially for the monastery, which has the scalp of a Yeti. The village also owns Hillary School, which was established by Sir Edmund Hillary. Freely explore the village for the whole day and spend the night in the cozy town of Khumjung.
Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Lodge
3790m
Trek from Khumjung Village (3,790 m) down to Jorsale (2,740 m)
After Khumjung, you will descant to Namche Bazaar and then to Jorsale. The trail you take to get back goes through the same path you covered, climbing up, though this will cover the distance much faster. You will get through the forests, over the suspension bridges, and several times beside the Dudh Koshi River.
Jorsale is the first village after entering the gateway of Sagarmatha National Park. Spending about one night here is convenient before the long and final journey back to Lukla. Spend the night in Jorsale, and spend the last night in the Khumbu actual territory or zone of Nepal.
Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Lodge
2740m
Trek from Jorsale (2,740 m) to Lukla (2,860 m)
The last day for your trekking activity will be from Jorsale to Lukla. It describes a path parallel to the river and through some villages and forests. Several suspension bridges will be encountered during the trek, and you will gradually climb up to Lukla.
The final destination for trekking is Lukla, where you will have some leisure time to enjoy the accomplishments of trekking. It is an excellent time to debrief and join other trekkers on the same experience to exchange some of their stories. Acclimatize for the flight back to Kathmandu by staying one night in Lukla.
Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Hotel in Kathmandu
2860m
Fly Lukla to Kathmandu /Ramechap ( 1440 m)
Finally, in the morning, you will have a flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. The flight is a climax as it provides the opportunity to look at the Himalayas one last time. Arriving in Kathmandu, you will be picked up and taken to the hotel.
The rest of the day is yours to spend freely, so visit the places you never got to go to, do some shopping or just wander around. As a final activity, you will have a farewell dinner with your trekking team in the evening to celebrate the successful journey of the Everest Base Camp Trek.
Breakfast
Hotel in Kathmandu
1400m
Departure (1340)
On your final day in Nepal, you'll be assigned to the airport for your departure flight. Take with you the memories of the incredible journey to Everest Base Camp. The experiences and friendships made during the trek will stay with you forever. We hope you enjoyed your adventure and look forward to welcoming you back to Nepal.
Breakfast
No Accommodation
1340m
Things need to know before departure
Frequently Asked Questions
Fixed Departure
SN | Start Date | Trip Duration | Cost Per Person | Availability | Join Group |
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1 | 2024-11-10 | 15 Days | USD 1250 | Available | Book Now |