Everest Base Camp Trek

Itinerary

Day 1: Fly to Lukla (2,800 m/9,186 ft), trek to Phakding(2,651 m/ 8,700 ft): 30 min flight/3 - 4 hours trek

Stop At: Tenzing-Hillary Airport (LUA), Lukla - Everest Base Camp Trekking Route 30, Chaunrikharka 56000, Nepal
During the 30-minute flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (9,186ft), you will enjoy one of the most beautiful air routes in the world culminating on a hillside surrounded by high mountainous peaks. At Lukla, a gateway destination from where your trek begins, you meet your other trekking crew members and begin packing and arranging with them.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Phakding 56000, Nepal
From Lukla, you start trekking. At one hour’s gradual descent, you will be at a Cheplung village from where you have a glimpse of Mt. Khumbila (18900 ft), a sacred mountain which has never been climbed. From Cheplung, you then gradually descend until you reach Phakding and spend the night. Overnight at Hotel.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Local Mountain Lodge

Day 2: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar: 5 - 6 hours trek

Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Marg, Namche 56000, Nepal
Namche Bazaar- Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region Walking through a beautiful pine forest, you follow the trail north up the valley of Benkar. Then, you cross the Dudh Koshi River and go on passing Chumoa to Monjo, the entrance to Everest National Park. Then crossing a suspension bridge, you pass Jorsale village and walk alongside the Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers. A steep ascent brings you to the prime heartland of Sherpa village - Namche Bazaar. At one hour’s distance to reaching Namche Bazaar, if the weather permits, you can view the sights of Mt. Everest and Mt. Lhotse.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Local Mountain Lodge

Day 3: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization

Stop At: Everest View Point, Kyangjuma, Sagarmatha National Park Nepal
The Namche Bazaar is tucked away between two ridges amidst the giant peaks of the Khumbu and has an abundance of lodges, tea shops and souvenir shops as well as a magnificent outlook and It is best place to spend a rest day for acclimatization to the high altitude before heading off towards Renjo La pass Trek and for the acclimatization, we can walk up to Khhumjung village through Everest view hotel in Syangbuche from where we will be able to see the beautiful view of the Himalayas including Mt. Everest and return to Namche. About 5Hours walk and Max. Altitude: 3440
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Local Mountain Lodge

Day 4: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche: 5 - 6 hours trek

Stop At: Tengboche Monastery, Everest Base Camp Trekking Rte, Khumjung 56002, Nepal
This segment of the trek includes the famous descent to the Dudh-Koshi River and the equally famous ascent along the rhododendron forests to Tengboche. While descending to the Dudh Kish River, you enjoy the views of mountain tops like Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde and so on. Upon reaching Tengboche, you will visit th Tengboche Monastery-the largest monastery in the region and soak in the views of Everest, Ama Dablam and other peaks.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Local Mountain Lodge

Day 5: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche: 5 - 6 hours trek

Stop At: Dingboche Stupa, Dingboche - Chhukhung Path, Dingboche 56000, Nepal
You descent and trek through forests filled with a variety of lush trees – birch, conifers and rhododendrons. This journey again rewards with tremendous views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. The picturesque trail dips down to Devuche, crosses the Imja River and takes to Pangboche. The upper Pangboche trails reward you with a more pristine view of the Himalayas and the Pangboche Monastery. The trek moves ahead towards the Imja Valley, Lobuche River and ultimately begins climbing up to Dingboche. At Dingboche, you see a beautiful array of fields enclosed by stone walls to protect barley, buckwheat and potatoes from the cold winds and grazing animals.
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Local Mountain Lodge

Day 6: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche: 5- 6 hours trek

Stop At: Lobuche Base Camp, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
You start the day with a gradual climb to Duglha at the end of the terminal moraine of the Khumbu. From here, you climb up a steep trail to Chupki Lhara, where you find an array of stones with prayer flags used as memorials to Scott Fischer (American mountaineer) and 10-time Everest submitter Babu Chiri Sherpa (Nepali mountain guide) who perished on a mission to climb Everest. Next, you continue to the Khumbu moraine and find ourselves facing several great peaks - Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori and Mahalangur Himal. The trail then eases off as you follow the valley to Lobuche.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Local Mountain Lodge

Day 7: Trek from Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5,170 m/16,961ft), visit Everest Base Camp(5,364 m/ 17,594 ft): 6- 7 hours trek

Stop At: Gorak Shep, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
You take the trail to Everest Base Camp through the once vast Gorak Shep Lake. Continuing straight ahead, you come across the Indian army mountaineers' memorials. The path from here can be misleading; hence, it is important that you follow your lead Sherpa diligently. The walk is strenuous due to the thin air in the high altitude. You pass through rocky dunes, moraine and streams before reaching the Everest Base Camp. Upon reaching the Everest Base Camp, you see the tents of mountaineers that stand out in bright colors against the monotony of gray surroundings (especially in the spring). Nuptse, Khumbuste and Pumori are the mountains you can view from the base camp. You get back to Gorak Shep for a good night's rest.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Mount Everest, Sagarmatha National Park 00977 Nepal
Everest Base Camp 5364 M - Your final destination
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Local Mountain Lodge

Day 8: Hike to Kala Patthar (5,545m/ 18,192ft) and Trek back from Gorak Shep to Pherice (4,288m/14,070ft) via: 7- 8 hours

Stop At: Pheriche, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
You prepare for an early morning departure, amid pre-dawn darkness and cold temperatures (-10 to -14 C). Plus, there is always the potential for chilly winds which are quite common. Familiar peaks such as Lingtren, Khumbutse, and Changtse tower to the east even as Everest begins to reveal itself. But, it is upon reaching Kala Patthar that you get to see 360 degree up-close and formidable views of Mt. Everest. You take pictures, enjoy the magnificent mountain panorama, and then return back to Lobuche for a good night's rest.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Local Mountain Lodge

Day 9: Trek back from Pherice to Namche Bazaar: 6 - 7 hours trek

Stop At: Main Street, Namche Bazaar 56002 Nepal
As you trek down through the hillside blanketed by rhododendron and juniper trees. After crossing the prayer-flag festooned bridge over the Dudh Koshi River, your trail follows the Dudh Koshi gorge descending rapidly through pine forests. In the forest, you may come across colorful pheasants and mountain goats. The path eventually reaches Sansa from where you can enjoy views of Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Nuptse mountains. You also pass winding trails, then through a forest before reaching.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Local Mountain Lodge

Day 10: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla: 6 - 7 hours trek

Stop At: Tenzing-Hillary Airport (LUA), Lukla - Everest Base Camp Trekking Route 30, Chaunrikharka 56000, Nepal
The trail descends steeply downward so you need to walk cautiously as your shaky legs continuously battle the rocky terrain. After crossing the suspension bridges over the fast flowing Dudh Koshi and its tributaries, the trail becomes more level and natural. After your arrival in Lukla, you stretch those sore legs and recall the experiences of the last couple of weeks.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Local Mountain Lodge

Day 11: Fly to Kathmandu from Lukla: 30 Min Flight

Stop At: Kathmandu Durbar Square, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
Take an early morning flight to Kathmandu after your long mountain journey. After reaching Kathmandu, you can take a rest or do some souvenir shopping. If you want to explore any other areas of Kathmandu, you may do that. Your guides can help you with both souvenir shopping. There will be a farewell dinner in the evening to celebrate the successful completion of your journey.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Hotel in kathmandu @ Hotel Yala Peak