Everest Base Camp Trek
12 days
Kathmandu, Nepal
About this activity
Day 01: Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (8699ft) Walking Distance - 8 km, Duration: 3 hours
Day 02: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (11283ft) Walking Distance - 10 to 12 km, Duration: 6 hours
Day 03: Acclimatization Day – Hike to Everest View Hotel (12995ft) Walking Distance - 3 to 4 km, Duration: 3 to 4 hours
Day 04: Namche to Tengboche (12660ft) Walking Distance - 10 to 11 km, Duration: 5 hours
Day 05: Tengboche to Dingboche (14464ft) Walking Distance - 11 to 12 km, Duration: 5 hours
Day 06: Acclimatization Day- Hike to Nagarjun hill and return: Walking Distance - 5 to 6 km, Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Day 07: Dingboche to Lobuche (16105ft) Walking Distance - 11 to 12 km, Duration: 5 hours
Day 08: Lobuche to Gorakshep (16990ft) - Everest Base Camp (5364m/17594ft) and back to Gorakshep, Walking Distance - 14 to 15 km, Duration- 8 hours
Day 09: Gorakshep - Kala Patthar (11283ft) then trek back to Pheriche (4210m/13810ft) Walking Distance - 13 to 14 km, Duration - 7 hours
Day 10: Pheriche to Namche (11283) Walking Distance - 14 to 15 km, Duration- 7 hours
Day 11: Namche to Lukla (9184ft) Walking Distance - 18 to 19 km, Duration - 7 hours
Day 12: Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu.
Full description
What could be more thrilling than being immersed in the glory of the world’s highest mountain peak? Don’t miss out on the journey into the heart of the beautiful Khumbu region and a chance to revel in the daring and dramatic Himalayas for an experience of a lifetime.
Included / Excluded
- All ground transports in private vehicle from hotel - domestic airport and Domestic airport - hotel.
- Full board meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
- Best available twin sharing lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek; we provide private bathrooms with hot shower at Phakding, Namche and Lukla
- Seasonal fruits during the trek
- 1 professional, English speaking and certified guide and porter (2 trekkers: 1 porter) including their safari, foods, accommodation, insurance etc.
- Round trip flight Kathmandu – Lukla and Lukla – Kathmandu including departure taxes
- Trekking map and trip Achievement certificate
- First aid medical kit
- All require permits for the trek
- Government taxes & office service charge
- Foods and accommodation in Kathmandu
- Travel insurance
- International airfares to Nepal
- Nepal Entry visa - can by obtained at the airport, upon arrival for USD 40 for 30 days.
- Drinks (hot and cold), snacks and other personal expenses
- Hot shower during the trek
- Personal trekking equipment
- Tips and gratuities for trekking staff and drivers
Meeting point
Traveler pickup is offered.<br>Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
Important information
Know before you book
- Duration: 12 days
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Frequently asked questions
FAQs
Additional information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
A maximum of 15 people per booking
Equipment Check List:
Already booked a trekking package to the mountains of Nepal and still wondering about the essential equipment for your trekking journey? We are pleased to offer our checklist for your references. You can make necessary amendments to our checklist as per your need and convenience. In case, you couldn’t get any of the following listed items in your hometown or were in rush before your flight to Kathmandu, don’t panic! The equipment necessary can be easily purchased in the shops in Kathmandu.
Again, if you are worrying about the quality of gears available in Kathmandu then majority of them are manufactured locally and some are imported from China and they are of awesome quality. Remember to keep your luggage as light as possible for a convenient travel. A porter is available for two people who will carry up to 25 kg at maximum, therefore, keep this in mind before you pack your bags!
Below is the checklist of equipment you need for the trek.
We will supply complimentary water and wind proof duffel/kit bag, but one extra big duffel bag/suitcase is necessary for non-trek items left at the hotel in Kathmandu)
Approximately 20-22 Liter)
Rated Negative 10 Deg C)
Negative 10 Deg C)
Sun hat or scarf
Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
Sunglasses with UV protection
Thin, lightweight inner socks
Thick, warm wool hiking socks
Hiking boots with spare laces
Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)
Gaiters for hiking in winter
Lightweight gloves
Heavyweight gloves or mittens
With a waterproof shell outer (Seasonal
Under Garments
Hiking shorts
Lightweight cotton long pants
Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms
Fleece or wool pants (seasonal)
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
T-shirts
Light and expedition weight thermal tops
Fleece jacket or pullover
Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (Optional)
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F *
Headlamp (e.g. Petzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries
Small pad or combination lock-to-lock
Trekking Bags/Duffel bag
Basic First Aid Kit
Large plastic bags – for keeping Items dry inside trek bag
Day pack (Approximately 20-22 Liter)
Trekking Poles
Water bottles
Toiletries (Small wash towel, Toilet papers etc)
Ear Plug (who know some people on group are snoring)
Tooth brush/paste
Multipurpose soap
Nail cutter
Small mirror
Wet wipes (baby wipes)
Tissue /toilet roll
Anti-bacterial hands wash
Binoculars
Reading book
Trail Map/Guide book
Journal & Pen
Pencils and small notebooks
Travel game i.e., cards
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
A maximum of 15 people per booking
Equipment Check List:
Already booked a trekking package to the mountains of Nepal and still wondering about the essential equipment for your trekking journey? We are pleased to offer our checklist for your references. You can make necessary amendments to our checklist as per your need and convenience. In case, you couldn’t get any of the following listed items in your hometown or were in rush before your flight to Kathmandu, don’t panic! The equipment necessary can be easily purchased in the shops in Kathmandu.
Again, if you are worrying about the quality of gears available in Kathmandu then majority of them are manufactured locally and some are imported from China and they are of awesome quality. Remember to keep your luggage as light as possible for a convenient travel. A porter is available for two people who will carry up to 25 kg at maximum, therefore, keep this in mind before you pack your bags!
Below is the checklist of equipment you need for the trek.
We will supply complimentary water and wind proof duffel/kit bag, but one extra big duffel bag/suitcase is necessary for non-trek items left at the hotel in Kathmandu)
Approximately 20-22 Liter)
Rated Negative 10 Deg C)
Negative 10 Deg C)
Sun hat or scarf
Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
Sunglasses with UV protection
Thin, lightweight inner socks
Thick, warm wool hiking socks
Hiking boots with spare laces
Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)
Gaiters for hiking in winter
Lightweight gloves
Heavyweight gloves or mittens
With a waterproof shell outer (Seasonal
Under Garments
Hiking shorts
Lightweight cotton long pants
Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms
Fleece or wool pants (seasonal)
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
T-shirts
Light and expedition weight thermal tops
Fleece jacket or pullover
Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (Optional)
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F *
Headlamp (e.g. Petzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries
Small pad or combination lock-to-lock
Trekking Bags/Duffel bag
Basic First Aid Kit
Large plastic bags – for keeping Items dry inside trek bag
Day pack (Approximately 20-22 Liter)
Trekking Poles
Water bottles
Toiletries (Small wash towel, Toilet papers etc)
Ear Plug (who know some people on group are snoring)
Tooth brush/paste
Multipurpose soap
Nail cutter
Small mirror
Wet wipes (baby wipes)
Tissue /toilet roll
Anti-bacterial hands wash
Binoculars
Reading book
Trail Map/Guide book
Journal & Pen
Pencils and small notebooks
Travel game i.e., cards
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate