Everest Base Camp Trek – 14 Days

When you arrive at Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport, our crew will greet and assist you with immigration processes before transferring you to your accommodation. Spend the day relaxing and adjusting to the lively environment of Nepal’s capital city. You may wander the bustling streets or dine on delicious Nepalese cuisine.

Meet your trekking guide for an orientation to the Everest Base Camp Trek. Review the appropriate documentation, and ensure you have all the necessary equipment. Use this time to rest up and prepare for your wonderful experience in the Everest region.

You will land at the Tenzing Hillary Airport in Lukla following your thrilling and picturesque 40-minute flight. You will meet porters at the airport who will carry most of your loads.

You will hike through Chaurikharka Village and descend to Dudhkoshi Ghat to get to Phakding from Lukla. You can spend the rest of the day exploring local monasteries like Rimishung Monastery and preparing for a challenging hike the next day.

Flight Details for Lukla

Learning more about Lukla flight details is essential if you plan a trek to the Everest region. This is because airlines arrange flights based on the number of passengers and the busiest periods: March to May and September to November.

Due to air traffic limitations during peak seasons, Lukla flights from Kathmandu can be diverted to Ramechhap (Manthali Airport). As a result, it would take 5-6 hours drive to reach Ramechhap for the Lukla flight.

On the other hand, you can directly fly from Kathmandu to Lukla during other months, such as December to February and June to September.

Sometimes, factors like bad weather, political affairs, or technical issues can cause flights to be delayed or even canceled. Just in case your trip doesn’t go as planned, it’s a good idea to arrange a few additional days. A successful trek requires being adaptable to changes.

The day begins with a walk through forests, traditional settlements with cultivated fields, and yak pastures on today’s hike. You can see Thamserku soaring above you as you approach the Sagarmatha National Park’s entrance.

You will continue to Namche Bazaar after lunch. Then cross some lovely Sherpa villages like Monjo and Jorsale en route to Namche. The town of Namche Bazaar is charming on its own. Namche is also known as the entrance to Everest and is inhabited mainly by Sherpas.

At Namche Bazaar, it’s a day set aside for acclimating to a new setting. In the next few days, you will climb to high altitudes with thin air. Therefore it’s crucial to get your body used to a new environment.

Your trek guide will take you to the Everest View Hotel. As you notice the surroundings, the sights look sensational. You can take in the breathtaking views of the majestic summits Ama Dablam, Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Thamserku, Khumbila, and Kwangde from the hotel.

Later, you can also visit Namche’s Everest Photo Gallery, Museum, and other attractions. Since it’s an acclimatization day, you won’t be climbing higher elevations and head back to Namche.

Today’s terrain only includes a few high climbs and descents, giving you plenty of time to focus on your photos. You can snap photos of stupas, prayer flags, mani walls, and mountains.

The trail begins with lush rhododendron forests and occasional Sherpa villages. The trail leads to Phungi Thanga by continuing the gentle elevation along the mountainside above the Dudh Koshi River. The nice walk becomes a more difficult uphill ascent at this point.

After crossing the Imja Khola, a tributary of the Dudh Koshi, you’ll arrive in the lovely settlement of Tengboche. Dusty switchbacks make up the trek leading to Tengboche, but the expansive views from the monastery are well worth the effort.

Tengboche has a unique natural beauty allows for breathtaking views of Ama Dablam, Nuptse, and Lhotse. You can also visit Tengboche Monastery, the largest Buddhist monastery in the Khumbu Region.

Today, you will pass numerous Chortens, mani walls, and tiny settlements along the road, including Pangboche, where you can take in the breathtaking views of Mt. Ama Dablam. You will gain altitude during the walk, and as you get closer to Dingboche, you will see fields encircled by stone walls to preserve the crops.

This is the highest Sherpa settlement in the Khumbu Region. The name Dingboche means “Summer Valley.” Yaks will be grazing in the huge pasture as you approach it. The natives succeed in growing barley, buckwheat, and potatoes in this harsh terrain. You could experience the impact of thin air at a high altitude at Dingboche.

Today is a rest day. You must acclimatize to protect your health and safety while you continue to travel at high elevations. So you will prepare for the exciting journey to Everest Base Camp today by acclimatizing to the high altitude.

You can take a trek to the adjacent Nagerjun hill (5,100m) to see the surrounding mountains from a distance. You can have dazzling views of towering peaks in the range, including Lobuche, Thamserku, Taboche, Kangtega, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, and Cholatse, from Nagerjun. After some refreshing time on the hill, you will descend to explore Dingboche’s towns.

You will head towards Lobuche after your breakfast. You will make a gradual ascent toward the Pheriche Valley. As you hike above the valley bottom, you will pass through yak pastures and alpine brush. Tawoch and Cholotse are visible, while Ama Dablam is behind you.

The trail continues to Thokla Pass, although the climb there is challenging. Panorama views of Nuptse, Lhotse, Lhotse Shar, and a few additional peaks with 7,000 meters or more elevations will blow your mind. Once you cross the pass, you will arrive in Lobuche.

Today is a remarkable day as you will climb Everest Base Camp. First, you will hike via the Khumbu Glacier’s lateral moraine before arriving at Gorak Shep Village. Snow-capped mountains encircle the village. The Khumbu Glacier can be seen along the journey.

Then you will climb to the Base Camp after leaving your stuff at Gorak Shep. The tallest mountain in the world is only accessible from here. You will see the greatest peaks’ majesty rising right before you as you tour the area.

You can explore the base camp and take pictures of the occasion with your teammates and guides. After spending some time, you will head back to Gorakh Shep and rest for the night.

You will be able to see Mount Everest with your naked eye today from the closest point. It’s the second most anticipated day of your EBC adventure. Therefore, you will head to Kalapatthar early after your breakfast. It is the summit of your trekking journey. You will soon arrive at the best vantage point.

You will forget all your troubles as the sun peaks through the highest mountain. You will get to observe the sun’s golden rays as they fall over the sparkling snow of Mount Everest and other soaring peaks in the range from Kalapatthar. Soon enough, you will get back to Gorak Shep. After taking a short break, you will embark on your journey to Pheriche, where you will spend the night.

On this day, you’ll begin your trek back from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar. As you descend the familiar trail, you’ll travel through Tengboche, Phunki Tenga, and Kyangjuma Village. As you retrace your ways, take in varied views of the mountains.

When you arrive in Namche Bazaar, take some time to relax, celebrate your accomplishments, and enjoy the Sherpa community’s warm welcome.

Say farewell to the Khumbu Valley and Mount Everest while admiringly glancing at the beautiful Himalayas. Afterward, you will begin your final, steep walk into Lukla.

You will descend along the Jorsale, Monjo, and Phakding to get to Lukla. The magnificent steep terrain and lush forests will keep you interested the entire journey. This will be your final day of trekking, and spend the night in Lukla recovering.

A thrilling flight brings your trek to a close. Enjoy the vistas and bid farewell to the hills and mountains. After boarding your flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, you will soar again while taking in the tallest mountains’ views.

Through your window, you can determine the majority of them. A representative will take you to your accommodation after you land at TIA. And hence, you can enjoy your time exploring Kathmandu’s streets.

Our travel team will assist you with your departure after breakfast on your final day in Kathmandu. Your transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport will be arranged under your travel itinerary. Say farewell to the bustling city of Kathmandu as you continue your journey, leaving with you memories of your Everest Base Camp Trek.