Everest base camp trekking

Trek to Mount Everest base camp trek is one of the world famous walking holidays trails situated in Nepal. Nepali name of the world highest peak is Sagarmatha (Mt Everest 8848m) and Tibetan people are called Mt. Qumolangma. Kala Patthar, Everest base camp and Tyangboche Monastery are the main attraction of Everest base camp trek   package. Everest base camp trekking start from 40 minutes mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla after landing Lukla airstrip we will continue trekking to Everest base camp first day we trek up to Phakding. Everest base camp treks starting and ending point is Lukla. Everest base camp trek led us through narrow valleys, traditional Sherpa villages and high spectacular mountains, including World’s highest places natural heritage site Sagarmatha National Park. Everest base camp trekking also gives an insight into the lives and culture of Sherpa people of Everest trekking region. The views of the sunrise on the snow capped peak above the Khumbu Glacier is an unforgettable sight from the summit of Kala Patthar

itinerary

Day 1

Board an early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m.) which will take about 35 minutes. Trek from Lukla to Phakding (2640 m.) takes approximately three hours.  You will start your trek from Lukla following a gentle elevation towards the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi River. You will view Mt. Nupla (5885m) atop the Kongde Ridge at a distance from the opposite bank. You will then descend a mountainside path that merges with your route towards Everest, watching the magnificent Mt. Kusum Kang (6367m.) Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 2

Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m.) which will take approximately five hours. Namche Bazaar (3440m) is a beautiful Himalayan village located on the lap of mountain and at the bank of pristine Bhote Koshi River. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 3

A rest day at Namche Bazaar (3440m.) for acclimatization. You can have a saunter around the village on this day before heading towards Tyangboche. You can walk up to Khumjung and visit a monastery. You can also enjoy the splendid views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Tawoche, and Kwangde. You may also take an hour's walk up to Syangboche (3800m.) where Everest View Hotel is situated above Namche for an outstanding view of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 4

Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3867m.) which will take about five hours. As you incline towards the forested zone you will witness the magnificent views of mountain range. You continue your walk towards the face of the mountain and eventually you will enter Tyangboche (3860m) from the stone gate built by lamas. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 5

Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4260m.) which will take approximately five hours. Dingboche is a beautifully established village with naturally carved cropping fields enclosed by stone walls for protecting the crops & vegetables from the rage of the wind and grazing animals. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 6

A rest day at Dingboche (4260 m.) for acclimatization. You can have splendid  views of the North face of Ama Dablam and the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge as you explore this beautiful valley that leads up to Island Peak. You can have a short stroll and rest in the afternoon. You can also hike up to Chhukum from where you can enjoy the breathtaking views of Island peak, Ama Dablam, Makalu, Tawoche and many other mountain ranges. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 7

Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4930m.) which will take about five and half hours. Nearly after 50 mins of walk you will reach a Mani-prayer Stupa. From there you will trek downwards to Pheriche village. You will have a chance to see the panoramic views of Mt.Tawache, Ama Dablam and to the north-Pokalde (5741m), Kongma-tse (5820m) and the great wall of Nuptse. Nearly after two hours of long walk, you will merge the walking path near Dugla (4595m) before a small wooden bridge over the river of Khumbu glacier. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 8

Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5486m.) via Gorakshep (5180m.) which will take about seven hours. You will elevate the valley through path formed by glacier debris watching the frozen ponds and icebergs below the Khumbu glacier. Gorakshep is the location of the original Everest Base Camp with the new camp being further up the valley. You will elevate from the rocky path and the Khumbu glacier. The view of Nuptse, Lho-La and Khumbutse appears right before your eyes. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 9

Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar (5545m.) and then to Pheriche (4243m.) which will take about six hours. You will start climbing towards Kala Patthar (5545m.) early in the morning and enjoy the view of sunrise in the evening upon your reach. From Kala Patthar you can have a close up view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Mt. Khumbutse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, and Mt. Thamserku along with many other peaks. You can see the yaks in this area. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 10

Trek from Pheriche to Tyangboche (3867 m.) which will take approximately four hours. Tyangboche is a wonderful human settlement with many monasteries. From this place you can have superb views of Ama Dablam, lush green hills and flowing river. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 11

Trek from Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar (3440 m) which will take about four and half hours. The walk from Tyangboche is mostly downhill on the main busy trail with a few steep climbs for an hour from the bridge at Phungitenga, near Shanasha. The walk to Namche is very scenic on a long winding path. En route you will visit traditional villages of Khumjung and Khunde. From Khumjung village another 30 minute walk brings you to the village of Khunde. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 12

Trek from Namche Bazaar to Phakding (2640m.) will take about four hours. You have to walk downhill for nearly 1 and half hours and eventually you will come across small ups and downs on the way to Phakding through Monjo. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 13

Trek from Phakding to Lukla (2886m) will take about three hours. This will be your final trek walking beside the Dudh Koshi river and eventually back down to Lukla. Stay overnight in Lukla.

Day 14

Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu which will take about 35 minutes. You will board an early morning flight back to Kathmandu.

The price includes the following services:

    Trekking guide(s)

    Porter/s (1 porter can carry up to 25kgs of luggage)

    All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

    Accommodation in teahouses (lodges) during the trek

    Entry Permit for Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park

    Trekkers' Information Management system (TIMS) card

    All land transportation (from hotel to airport & from airport to hotel)

    Sleeping bag and down jacket if required

    Rescue assistance

    First aid kit

    Necessary insurance for trekking staff

    Flight tickets from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu

    Airport tax at Kathmandu domestic airport and Lukla airport

    Airport pick-up and drop-off services

 

The price does not include:

    Personal nature expenses

    Drinks, beverages, hot shower, etc.

    Tips

  Hotel accommodations and meals in Kathmandu