Trekking Everest Base Camp

Embark on one of the most popular treks in Nepal

EBC Trek

The Everest Base Camp Trek is a journey that sits high on many adventurers’ bucket lists, offering an extraordinary blend of breathtaking landscapes and deep cultural immersion. This iconic trek leads you into the heart of Sherpa territory, with every step bringing you closer to the towering giants of the Himalayas, including the base of the world’s tallest peak, Everest. The trail is a well-traveled path, winding through high mountain passes, across glaciers, and alongside glacial rivers, all the way to the launch point for Everest summit expeditions. It's an awe-inspiring adventure that gives trekkers a firsthand glimpse of the rugged beauty and majesty of the world's most famous mountain range.

Starting in lush forests, the trail ascends into yak pastures and vast glacial valleys, where the towering peaks of the Himalayas surround you at every turn. Along the way, you’ll pass through traditional Sherpa villages, where the warmth of the local hospitality and the richness of their culture offer a unique contrast to the rugged terrain. Each day on the trail is a new adventure, with the grandeur of Everest constantly looming closer and the timeless traditions of the Sherpa people adding depth to the experience.

Discover the intriguing culture of the Sherpa’s
Stand at the foot of Mount Everest
Summit Kala Pattar for breathtaking views of the world's tallest mountains

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Day by Day

Itinerary

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Day 01Arrival in Nepal

Upon your arrival in Nepal, a member of our team will meet you at the Airport and transfer you to the Hotel. We have a meet and greet with the Guide/Trekking team for a trip briefing and gear check. We also treat you to a welcome dinner of Nepal's Traditional dish Dal Bhat (Rice, Lentil Soup and lots of Yummy side dishes).

Day 02Drive to Ramichap

Today we do some last minute shopping and prepared for the trek and in the afternoon we drive to Ramcehap which takes around 4 hours.

Day 03Fly to Lukla (2860m) and trek to Phakding (2651m). Distance 8.2km

We take an early morning flight to Lukla which is the gateway to the Everest Region. Here we meet our porters if you are hiring them. We walk on a trail that gradually descends to Cheplung village from where we get a glimpse of Mt. Khumbila, a sacred mountain which has never been climbed. From here, we gradually descend until Phakding. It is important today to take it easy to acclimatize.

Day 04Trekking from Phakding (2651m) to Namche Bazaar (3438m). Distance 11km

Our trail passes through a pine forest and we continue our walk on the trail that goes north up the Benkar valley. We cross Dudh Koshi River and pass Chumoa and Monjo villages before reaching the entrance of the Everest National Park. Then after crossing a suspension bridge, we pass Jorsale village and walk alongside the Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers. We ascend on a steep trail and reach Namche Bazaar which is probably the biggest town in the Everest region. There is a rest point just before Namache, from here in clear weather you we can get our first views of Mount Everest. In the afternoon, just rest and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Namche Bazaar. You can explore around the village, find a local coffeeshop or just sit and enjoy the views.

Day 05Acclimatization Day - Namche Bazaar

We can tour Namche Bazaar which is the primary town of the Everest or Khumbu region and has government offices, ATMs, internet, cafes, shops, restaurants, and a colorful market. We can hike-up to Sagarmatha National Park and enjoy the sunrise over the Himalayas including Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde and so on. If we are interested in a day hike, we can trek to Khumjung village. Today we also visit the Hillary School and a monastery that houses a yeti scalp!

Day 06Trekking from Namche Bazaar (3438m) to Tengboche (3870m). Distance 10km

The trek until Phunki is an easy walk. From here we ascend towards Tengboche village which houses the very famous Tengboche monastery which is the biggest monastery of the Everest region. It is located within the Sagarmatha National Park which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The monastery is blessed with panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Thamserku. The Tengboche Monastery opens at 3:00pm, so if we reach there by 3 o’clock we can observe a Buddhist religious ceremony.

Day 07Trekking from Tengboche (3870m) to Dingboche (4360m). Distance 9km

Our trail descends and passes through lush forests of birch, confer and rhododendron trees. While trekking we can admire good views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. We walk downhill to Debuche and cross the Imja River to reach Pangboche. We choose the upper Pangboche trail and admire the Himalayan vista and the Pangboche Monastery. We continue our walk to the Imja Valley and Lobuche River before ascending to Dingboche. It is a picturesque village with beautiful barley, potato and buckwheat fields complete with grazing animals dotted along those fields.

Day 08Dingboche: Acclimatization

From Dingboche we can hike up to Imja for acclimatization. It's a nice hike through Yak Pastures to the base of the Imja Peak.

Day 09Trekking from Dingboche (4360m) to Lobuche (4940m). Distance 8km

Leaving Dingboche behind, we trek nice and easy to Duglha, a small river side village below the Duglha pass. Nice and slowly we ascend the steep pass to the terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. The climb is strewn with boulders. At the top of the pass you will find memorial shrines marked with prayer flags which are a tribute to climbers who have lost their lives in Mt. Everest. The trail drops to the Glacier Moraine where we can see several great peaks including Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori and Mahalangur Himal. As we are crossing Khumbu Glacier we can also see Mt. Nuptse.

Day 10Trekking from Lobuche (4940m) to Gorak Shep (5170m) with a side trip to EBC(5364m). Distance 13km

A long day in the altitude as we head for Everest Base Camp. It's a gentle ascend and descent, but first we have to climb up the Tuckla Pass. Everest Base camp is our final destination, from here you can see views of Nuptse and Pumori as well as the Ice Fall. Spend some time here taking photos and exploring before returning to Gorak Shep for the night,

Day 11Gorak Shep (5170m) to Kala Patthar (5545m) to Pheriche (4288m). Distance 16km

We wake up early for the walk up to Kala Patthar. It is dark outside with cold temperatures and most likely chilly winds. We walk on a fairly steep trail at a comfortable pace. As we are climbing up the hill we can see Lingtren, Khumbutse, and Changtse mountains. The view from the summit is outstanding. We can see the world’s tallest mountain Everest along with other mighty Himalayan peaks. After this, we have the option to carry on to Everest Base Camp if you did not get there the day before and then return to Pheriche. It’s a long day.

Day 12Pheriche (4288m)to Namche Bazaar (3440m). Distance 20km

A long undulating walk as we head back into the tree line of Juniper and Rhododendrons. Get our last views of the mountains before we reach Namche.

Day 13Namche Bazaar (3440m) to Lukla (2,860m). Distance 19km

Follow the Dudh Koshi back to Namche. It's mostly downhill. Chill out in Lukla.

Day 14Fly to Ramechap and drive to Kathmandu

Fly back to Ramechhap in the morning and drive to kathmandu. The afternoon can be spent shopping, sightseeing or getting a massage.

Day 15Departure

Today we say farewell and transfer from the hotel to the airport for your outbound flight.