Everest Base Camp Trek

Overview

The Everest Base Camp Trek is the ultimate Himalayan adventure — a two-week journey from the airstrip at Lukla, through vibrant Sherpa villages and ancient monasteries, to the base of Mount Everest (8,848 m). Along the way you'll acclimatise in Namche Bazaar, take in sunrise over the Himalaya from Kala Patthar, and walk among the giants of the Khumbu. Led by licensed local guides with full safety support.

Trip Highlights

• Stand at Everest Base Camp (5,364 m)
• Sunrise panorama from Kala Patthar (5,545 m)
• Explore Namche Bazaar, the gateway to Everest
• Visit the historic Tengboche Monastery
• Scenic mountain flight to and from Lukla

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1. 1

   Arrive in Kathmandu

   Airport pickup, trek briefing and welcome dinner.

2. 2

   Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding

   Mountain flight then an easy first walk along the Dudh Koshi.

3. 3

   Trek to Namche Bazaar

   Cross suspension bridges and climb to the Sherpa capital.

4. 4

   Acclimatisation in Namche

   Day hike to Everest View Hotel for first Everest views.

5. 5

   Trek to Tengboche

   Visit the famous monastery surrounded by peaks.

6. 6

   Trek to Dingboche

   Enter the high alpine zone of the Khumbu.

7. 7

   Acclimatisation in Dingboche

   Hike to Nangkartshang for stunning ridge views.

8. 8

   Trek to Lobuche

   Pass memorials at Thukla on the way up the valley.

9. 9

   Gorak Shep & Everest Base Camp

   Reach Base Camp, then return to Gorak Shep.

10. 10

    Kala Patthar & trek to Pheriche

    Pre-dawn climb for sunrise, then descend.

11. 11

    Trek to Namche Bazaar

    Long descent back into the forested valley.

12. 12

    Trek to Lukla

    Final trekking day completing the loop.

13. 13

    Fly to Kathmandu

    Return flight and a free afternoon in the city.

14. 14

    Departure

    Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

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