Everest Base Camp Trek

Once you land at TIA (Tribhuvan International Airport), a friendly representative from the company will take you to your hotel for some rest and relaxation. Later, you’ll join a trek briefing with your fellow travelers. Overnight, you’ll stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Today, you’ll go on a sightseeing tour to explore some UNESCO World Heritage sites. First, you’ll visit the Swayambhunath Stupa, also known as the Monkey Temple, which is a Buddhist stupa located on a hilltop. Next, you’ll explore Kathmandu Durbar Square. Afterward, you’ll visit the Pashupatinath temple and conclude your day at Boudhanath. Later, you’ll meet your trek members and guides for a trip briefing. You’ll spend the night at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Today, you’ll take a flight from TIA (Tribhuvan International Airport) to Lukla. The flight lasts about 30 minutes and offers stunning views of the hilly terrain and the Himalayas. The landing at Lukla is quite thrilling! From Lukla, you’ll start your trek to Chheplung village, and then continue on to Phakding. The trail descends gradually, and Phakding is situated in the Dudh Koshi Valley, with the Dudh Koshi River flowing nearby. You’ll spend the night in Phakding.

After having breakfast early in the morning, we start our trek to Namche Bazaar through Monjo village. We enter the Sagarmatha National Park after getting our permits registered. Crossing a bridge over the Dudh Koshi River, we follow a trail that goes through a lush green forest. The path is steep, but along the way, we reach Top Danda, a viewpoint offering breathtaking views of Mount Ama Dablam (6856m) and other peaks in the Everest massif. Finally, after a short walk from the viewpoint, we reach Namche Bazaar, where we will spend the night.

Take a break from the main trekking trail and spend a day acclimatizing in Namche Bazaar. It’s a great opportunity to experience the Sherpa culture. You can hike up to Hotel Everest View, a spot that offers stunning views of Mount Everest (8848m). After lunch, you can descend to a crossroad and then continue on a trail to Khumjung. Complete the circuit by visiting Khunde village before returning to Namche Bazaar for the night.

Today, you hike along a beautiful trail that leads you to Kyangjuma. Instead of heading towards Gokyo, you take the path to Everest Basecamp. Along the way, you’ll pass through dense and colorful rhododendron forests, with views of Mount Ama Dablam (6856m). Crossing the Dudh Koshi River, you’ll start ascending towards Tengboche. Tonight, you’ll stay at Tengboche.

In the morning, you can enjoy stunning views of the mountains from Tengboche. Then, you’ll cross the Imja River using a suspension bridge and ascend to Pangboche. The majestic Mount Ama Dablam (6856m) looks even more impressive from this village. Along the snowy trails, you’ll come across many stupas and Chortens. Afterward, you’ll trek alongside the Dudh Koshi River and climb up to Dingboche, where you’ll spend the night.

On the second day of acclimatization on the trek, you’ll hike up the Nangkar Tshang peak. This peak, located north of Dingboche, stands at 5083 meters, offering an ideal summit experience with stunning views while your body adjusts to the high altitude. From the top, you’ll be treated to delightful views of numerous peaks in the Everest range. After enjoying the scenic vistas, you’ll head back to Dingboche for the night.

Today, you’ll trek through challenging terrain with uneven steps and dry landscapes. You’ll pass through Thukla and ascend to Dughla Pass (4830m), navigating through a rocky moraine. At the top of the pass, you’ll encounter Chortens, memorials honoring climbers who attempted to summit Everest. Continuing along the trail, you’ll trek amidst glacial moraines with views of Kala Patthar and glacial pools before reaching Lobuche for the night.

Today, you’ll journey through the peaceful, snowy landscape as you make your way to Gorakshep via the Everest Base Camp. You’ll steadily climb to an altitude above 5000m, as Gorakshep sits at 5140m. The trail leads you to the Everest Base Camp, offering stunning views of Mount Pumori (7165m), Lobuche (6119m), Nuptse (7861m), and, of course, Mount Everest (8848m). After spending some time taking photos and soaking in the surroundings beneath the world’s tallest mountain, you’ll return to Gorakshep along a trail that passes by the Khumbu glacier. You’ll spend the night at Gorakshep

Today, you start your day early to climb up to Kalapatthar and witness a breathtaking sunrise over the Himalayas. Kalapatthar offers stunning views of the entire Everest region, including the majestic Mount Everest (8848m). After soaking in the beauty of the Himalayan ranges, you begin your descent towards Pheriche, passing through Lobuche Pass and Thukla. Along the way, you’ll also pass by the Changri glacier. You’ll spend the night at Pheriche.

Today’s trek takes us from the snowy terrain to greener landscapes as we make our way to Namche Bazaar. The trail consists of rough tracks along the hills, with some downhill sections and occasional climbs. We pass through Pangboche and the Imja Khola valley before reaching Phortse Tenga. Along the way, we visit the monastery in Phortse and continue through lush green forests filled with juniper, pine, and rhododendron groves. Finally, we arrive at Namche Bazaar, where we’ll spend the night.

We start our descent from Namche, following a trail that winds down the hills alongside the Dudh Koshi River. The path is well-paved with stones, making for an easy descent. Along the way, we pass by tea houses and cafes where we can rest and grab a bite to eat. After crossing the Dudh Koshi River on a suspension bridge, we reach Jorsalle. From there, we continue on to Phakding and then make a steep descent to Lukla. We’ll spend the night in Lukla.

As the Himalayan adventure comes to an end, you board a flight back to Kathmandu. Enjoy the breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks from the airplane window as you reflect on the memories made during your journey in the mountains. Upon reaching Kathmandu, you’ll be taken to your hotel where you’ll spend the night.

Today is a spare day just in case anything unexpected happens, like bad weather delaying our plans. If everything goes smoothly, you can explore the local markets in Kathmandu at your own pace. There, you’ll find a variety of handicrafts and metal crafts that make great souvenirs. In the evening, we’ll have a cultural program followed by a farewell dinner to celebrate our journey together. Afterward, we’ll spend the night at a hotel in Kathmandu.