Trip Overview
About Everest Base Campp Trek
The trek to Everest Base Camp is one of the most popular treks globally, taking adventurers through breathtaking landscapes, traditional Sherpa villages, Buddhist monasteries, and diverse flora and fauna of the Sagarmatha National Park.
Itinerary
Altitude Profile
30-minute flight to Lukla (2,840 meters), followed by a 3-4 hour trek to Phakding along the Dudh Koshi River.
6-7 hours trek, crossing suspension bridges and entering Sagarmatha National Park with your first glimpse of Mt. Everest.
Acclimatization day with optional hikes to Everest View Hotel (3,880 meters) or Khumjung village for panoramic mountain views.
5-6 hours trek, passing through rhododendron forests and climbing to alpine terrain, with views of Lhotse and other peaks.
5-6 hours trek, passing through rhododendron forests and climbing to alpine terrain, with views of Lhotse and other peaks.
Acclimatization day with optional hikes to Nangkartshang Peak (5,083 meters) for stunning mountain vistas.
5-6 hours trek through high-altitude terrain, passing the memorials for fallen climbers at Thukla Pass and enjoying views of Mt. Nuptse.
7-8 hours trek, first to Gorak Shep, then to Everest Base Camp for breathtaking views of the Khumbu Icefall and surrounding peaks, before returning to Gorak Shep for the night.
Early morning hike to Kala Patthar for sunrise views of Mt. Everest, followed by a 6-7 hours descent to Pheriche.
6-7 hours trek, descending through familiar trails with easier gradients and beautiful views.
6-7 hours trek, retracing your steps through suspension bridges and pine forests, with a celebratory night in Lukla.
30-minute flight back to Kathmandu, concluding the trek.
Cost Details
What's Included
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Accommodation
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Guide and Porters
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Insurance
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Meals
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Permits and Fees
What's Not Included
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International Flights
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Optional Activities
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Personal Expenses
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Travel Insurance
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Visa Fees
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FAQ
The best times to trek to Everest Base Camp are during the pre-monsoon (spring) season from March to May and the post-monsoon (autumn) season from September to November. During these periods, the weather is generally clear and stable, offering the best trekking conditions and views.
No, you don’t need to be an experienced trekker, but you should have a good level of physical fitness. The Everest Base Camp trek is considered moderately difficult due to its high altitude, so it’s important to be in good shape and prepare with some training. While the trek doesn't require technical climbing skills, altitude sickness is a risk, and proper acclimatization is crucial.
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