Nepal
Duration
12 dayMax Elevation
5357MGroup Size:
2 PeoplesLevel
difficultTransportation
Land & FlightBest Season
All SeasonAccomodation
Hotel-Lodge-TeahouseMeals
Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerStart Location
KathmanduEnd Location
kathmanduTrip Route
{ Kathmandu-EBC-Kathmandu }Price
$ 1550The Everest Base Camp trek is a breathtaking journey through the Himalayas of Nepal. Over about 12 days, trekkers navigate through picturesque Sherpa villages, dense forests, and high-altitude landscapes. The trail culminates at the iconic Everest Base Camp, offering stunning views of the world's highest peak, Mount Everest. Along the way, trekkers encounter diverse flora and fauna, experience Sherpa culture, and conquer challenging terrain, making it an unforgettable adventure for outdoor enthusiasts.
• Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. • Transfer to your hotel and rest after your journey. • Explore the vibrant streets of Kathmandu if time permits.
• Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2,860m/9,383ft), then trek to Phakding (2,610m/8,562ft). • Estimated trekking time: 3-4 hours. • Enjoy the scenic flight and begin your trek along the Dudh Koshi River.
• Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft). • Estimated trekking time: 6-7 hours. • Cross several suspension bridges, ascend through forests, and catch the first glimpse of Everest. • Namche Bazaar is a bustling Sherpa town and the commercial hub of the Khumbu region.
• Acclimatize to the altitude in Namche Bazaar. • Optional activities include exploring the town, visiting the Sherpa Museum, or taking a short hike to Everest View Hotel for panoramic views.
• Trek from Namche Bazaar to Dole (4,200m/13,780ft). • Estimated trekking time: 6-7 hours. • Ascend steeply out of Namche, passing through beautiful rhododendron forests and several Sherpa villages. • Dole offers stunning views of Kongde Ri and other peaks.
• Trek from Dole to Machhermo (4,470m/14,665ft). • Estimated trekking time: 4-5 hours. • Enjoy relatively easy trekking with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. • Machhermo is a small settlement nestled in the mountains.
• Trek from Machhermo to Gokyo Valley (4,790m/15,715ft). • Estimated trekking time: 4-5 hours. • Ascend gradually towards Gokyo, passing through scenic landscapes and glacial moraines. • Gokyo Valley is renowned for its serene lakes and stunning views of Cho Oyu
• Hike to Gokyo Ri (5,357m/17,575ft) for panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu. • Return to Gokyo for breakfast and begin the trek back to Dole. • Estimated trekking time: 7-8 hours (including hike to Gokyo Ri).
• Trek from Dole to Namche Bazaar. • Estimated trekking time: 6-7 hours. • Descend through forests and Sherpa villages, enjoying views of the Himalayas.
• Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla. • Estimated trekking time: 6-7 hours. • Enjoy the last day of trekking, passing through familiar trails and relishing the memories of the journey.
• Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu. • Enjoy your last views of the mountains from the plane as you return to Kathmandu. • Spend the rest of the day relaxing or exploring Kathmandu.
• Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure flight or other destinations. • End of the trekking journey.