The Everest Base Camp Trekking will introduce you to some of Nepal’s most fascinating cultural and scenic highlights. First on many trekkers’ lists is the historic high-altitude trading hub of Namche Bazaar. These days, you’ll find as many trekkers here as yaks laden with goods, but the town’s unique vibrancy and liveliness remain second to none. Namche Bazaar is also home to some of the best mountain views in the whole country: Thamserku, Ama Dablam, and Everest itself loom over the village like attentive guardians. Further along the Everest Base Camp Trek, you’ll visit Tengboche. This is the spiritual center of the Khumbu, best known for its Buddhist monastery. With a vibrant collection of religious artwork and a splendid backdrop of Himalayan Mountains, the monastery is without a doubt one of the most impressive highlights of the trek. For lovers of alpine scenery, though, it’s hard to beat the high vantage point of Kala Patthar. This is the highest point of elevation during your entire journey. Your guide will time your arrival at Kala Patthar to coincide with the sunrise; you’ll witness an awe-inspiring morning dawning amidst the shadowed crags and peaks of the Himalayas.

Best Time of Year for this Hike

While it’s possible to undertake the EBC trek at any time during the year, Nepal is a mountainous country that experiences variable weather patterns in different seasons. Many visitors prefer to trek during the spring, which lasts from February until May. The moderate temperatures and dry atmosphere at this time of year make trekking quite comfortable, and the flourishing biodiversity of the season makes the trails come alive with bright rhododendron blooms and countless wildflowers. However, if you want to enjoy the clearest mountain views, consider hiking the Everest Base Camp Trek during autumn. Autumn lasts from September until November in Nepal, and the season typically brings low humidity and clear blue skies. If your ability to travel is limited to other times of the year, don’t worry; our professional guides will ensure that you have an unforgettable time in the Himalayas, no matter the season.

Itinerary

Day 01 – Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport Kathmandu

Day 02 – Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour and Preparation for the trek

Day 03 – Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2652m/8699ft) Walking Distance – 8 km, Duration: 3 hours

Day 04 – Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11283) Walking Distance – 10 to 12 km, Duration: 6 hours

Day 05 – Acclimatization Day – Hike to Everest View Hotel (3,962m/12995ft) Walking Distance – 3 to 4 km, Duration: 3 to 4 hours

Day 06 – Namche to Tengboche (3860m/12660ft) Walking Distance – 10 to 11 km, Duration: 5 hours

Day 07 – Tengboche to Dingboche (4410m/14464ft) Walking Distance – 11 to 12 km, Duration: 5 hours

Day 08 – Acclimatization Day- Hike to Nagarjun hill and return: Walking Distance – 5 to 6 km, Duration: 4 to 5 hours

Day 09 – Dingboche to Lobuche (4910m/16105ft) Walking Distance – 11 to 12 km, Duration: 5 hours

Day 10 – Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5180m/16990ft) – Everest Base Camp (5364m/17594ft) and back to Gorak Shep, Walking Distance – 14 to 15 km, Duration- 8 hours

Day 11 – Gorakshep – Kala Patthar (5545m/11283ft) then trek back to Pheriche (4210m/13810ft) Walking Distance – 13 to 14 km, Duration – 7 hours

Day 12 – Pheriche to Namche (3440m/11283) Walking Distance – 14 to 15 km, Duration- 7 hours

Day 13 – Namche to Lukla (2800m/9184ft) Walking Distance – 18 to 19 km, Duration – 7 hours

Day 14 – Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu

Day 15 – Reserve day in Kathmandu

Day 16 – Farewell and Departure