Everest Base Camp Trek - 15 Days

Welcome to Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal. Our airport representative will meet you at Tribhuvan International Airport and take you to the hotel. You can take a rest and recover from jetlag. Since there are no specific activities today, you can take a sightseeing tour around the tourist hub, Thamel, where you can shop for trekking gear, taste Nepalese cuisine, enjoy the vibrant nightlife, and many more.

Accommodation: Hotel at Kathmandu
Meals: Not included

Today, you embark on a guided sightseeing tour around the UNESCO world heritage sites of Kathmandu. In the morning, we head to Pashupatinath Temple, one of the holiest shrines of Hindus all over the world. Located on the bank of the Bagmati River, this temple is a popular cremation site of Hindus. The temple complexes are filled with Shiva devotees and sadhus wandering in their colorful attires, posing for photographs.

Next, we get to Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest stupas in the world. This place has preserved the rich Tibetan Buddhist culture in its pure form, surrounded with multi-colored flags and prayer wheels for circumambulations of the stupa. Just spending some time here, you will experience the peaceful and positive vibe of this place.

Likewise, we get to Kathmandu Durbar Square that lies in the heart of Kathmandu city. It represents the historical as well as socio-cultural identity where the kings used to reside in the medieval period of Nepal and run administrations. Surrounded with courtyards and temples, this old royal palace is an embodiment of rich architectural work representing some of the finest wood carvings, sculptures, and monuments. Some major attractions of Durbar Square are Hanuman Dhoka Palace, Kumari Ghar, Taleju Temple, to name a few.

In the evening, we pay a visit to Swoyambhunath Stupa, one of the most important religious sites of Buddhists. Located on the hilltop, this vantage point offers commanding views of Kathmandu valley. There are shops around stupas where you can buy souvenirs, Thangkas, and paintings.

Accommodation: Hotel at Kathmandu
Meals: Breakfast included

The journey to Everest Base Camp Trek commences today. As you fly to Lukla, enjoy the stunning views of the Himalayas. The Lukla flight takes place from Kathmandu or Manthali Airport, Ramechhap. Our porters will meet you upon reaching Lukla airport and help you carry your luggage along the journey.

About half an hour on the trail from Lukla, you reach Chheplung village. Up here, the majestic views of Mt. Khumbila welcome you. Next, hiking by the Thado Koshi village, and upon crossing a suspension bridge, you will have your first view of Mt. Kusum Kanguru. Continuing over the trail brings you to Ghat, and hiking half an hour from there, you’ll reach Phakding.

Phakding is a small Sherpa village located in a beautiful setting along the Dudh Koshi river. Relax and enjoy your first day trek in this tranquil environment.

Accommodation: Guesthouse at Phakding
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Note: Kathmandu to Lukla flight has been rerouted to nearby Manthali Airport, Ramechhap in peak season (March, April, May, October and November) due to congestion in Kathmandu airport. Manthali can be reached within a 5-6 hour drive from Kathmandu.

Today, we trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar, the beautiful mountain town of Khumbu region. Leaving Phakding, you follow the trail and move up the coniferous forest to reach Benkar, continue through Chumoa before coming to Monjo village.

Walking past, you arrive at the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park for a permit check. The well defined trail passes through Sagarmatha National Park, where you can see the endangered species and vegetations of the Himalayan region.

Snaking its way between Dudh Koshi river and valley, you hike through the Tok tok and Jorsale village, crossing suspension bridges along the way. Continuing over the rocky trail, you get the first view of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, and Lhotse. Look upon the amazing views of the world’s tallest peaks.

After another hour of lovely trekking over the trail, we arrive at Namche village, where we spend two nights there. The historical trading center on the mountain route with Tibet, Namche Bazaar, lies on an unparalleled location offering amazing mountain views on all sides.

Accommodation: Guesthouse at Namche Bazaar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

This will be a rest day for acclimatization. After breakfast, you start the day strolling around bustling towns of Namche Bazaar where you can explore cafes, pubs, shop for trekking gear, local handicrafts, and many more.

We spend this day for a short hike to Hotel Everest View located at 13,000 feet from where you can revel in breathtaking views of Everest, Thamserku, Kongde Ri and many more peaks.

Along the way, we pay a visit to a museum where you can get insight into mountaineering, Sherpa culture, tradition and history of Everest region. Here, you will see a statue of Tenzing Norgay Sherpa, the first person to climb Mount Everest together with Sir Edmund Hillary.

Even more, the colorful Sherpa villages, yaks wandering the narrow streets, beautiful landscapes are interesting spots and a great photographic opportunity during the hike.

Accommodation: Guesthouse at Namche Bazaar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.

Devote this day hike to enjoy stunning mountain views and beautiful landscapes. From Namche to Kyangjuma, you pass rhododendron forests and glacial rivers with expansive scenic views of Everest, Nuptse, and Lhotse along the way. Keep your eyes open and enjoy the views of wildlife and birds.

The trail continues around several hillsides with steep ascent and descent offering amazing views around every corner on the way to Phunki Thenga. Continuing along the trail, you cross a suspension bridge. From now on, the trail rises gently up with a very long and steep ascent before arriving at Tengboche.

Here, you can pay a visit to Tengboche Monastery, the largest monastery in the Khumbu region. This place is popular for the celebration of the Mani Rimdu Festival every year. Immerse yourself in Tibetan Buddhism culture by visiting the monastery and observing the prayer ceremony. As you stay in the night at its base, indulge in the beautiful surrounding of this place.

Accommodation: Guesthouse at Tengboche.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.

Today, we trek from Tengboche to Dingboche village. The trail climbs steeply into the forest, with views of Deboche village, then on to Pangboche. Next, you’ll walk along a rocky trail towards Somare and then follow wide yak trails upto Pheriche.

Hiking along the trail, you cross a suspension bridge over Imja Khola river before climbing up winding trails to reach Dingboche. The breathtaking views of Island Peak, Ama Dablam, and Lhotse are the draw of this hike, backed by colorful mani stones and prayer flags en route.

Dingboche is a small Sherpa village and stopping point for trekkers on the way to Everest Base Camp, Island Peak, and Mt. Ama Dablam. Here, most trekkers spend an extra day for acclimatization to prepare for the trek ahead.

Accommodation: Guesthouse at Dingboche.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Staying another day in Dingboche in this spectacular location will allow you to acclimatize and prepare yourself for a higher altitude fully. We go for a short hike to Nangkartshang peak, from where you can get your glimpse of the beautiful Imja Khola Valley and surrounding snow-capped peaks.

Enjoy the stunning views of Ama Dablam, Taboche, Lhotse, and Lobuche peak. In the evening, you can stroll around the village, backed by the famed Island Peak.

Accommodation: Guesthouse at Dingboche.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Starting in Dingboche, the trail threads through the plateau, and heading into the trail, you can see lush green pastures for yaks along with yak herder camps. From there, you cross a small bridge over the stony river from where you can walk uphill to arrive at Thugla.

Walking along the trail, the route then turns to face stone memorials with prayer flags that are built in the memory of perished climbers during mountaineering expeditions. The terrain continues to change as the path ascends toward Lobuche followed by rocky trails and thinned vegetation.

Enjoy picturesque views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Pumori, Khumbutse, and Lingtren along the hike. The trek comes to a close as you head back to quaint Lobuche village.

Prepare yourself for the much-awaited moment of this trip as you hike to Everest Base Camp today. Your first view of this base of the world’s highest peak will be really awe-inspiring. The trail continues from Lobuche leading to Gorakh Shep, snaking between the otherworldly landscapes. Gorakh Shep is a special corner of this trek with small settlements and guesthouses and the last stopping place in this entire trek.

From Gorakh Shep, this majestic route runs along Khumbu Glacier moraine and Khumbu Icefall and then onwards to the Base Camp, where you can feel the astonishing atmosphere and magical landscape.

Finally, experience the powerful achievement of this adventurous journey of a lifetime standing on the base of the top of the world. After celebrating the beautiful moments, we walk back along the trail towards Gorakh Shep for our overnight stay.

Accommodation: Guesthouse at Gorakh Shep.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Close enough to Gorakh Shep lies Kala Patthar; for a morning hike, it should be no surprise that this vantage point offers the best panoramic and sunrise view over the snow-capped peaks. Being the highest point of the entire trek at 5,555 m altitude, the view from the top is spectacular.

You’ll spot a close-up view of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Chagatse, Pumori, and surrounding peaks. Experience the powerful phenomenon of the sun rising over the Himalayas.

Further up the path, we continue onwards to Gorakh Shep and then trek down to Pheriche. Pheriche is a quaint farming village and a popular stop for travelers on the way to Everest Base Camp Hike.

What starts with a trail following the raging Imja Khola river into the steep path across mountain villages and finally concludes at Namche village. Today’s hike is significantly easier as you descend downhill all the way to Namche.

Its high-impact scenery includes the highlights of travelers and yak caravans going up towards Everest Base Camp. The trail winds its way through familiar paths along the river banks, forests, and mountain villages of Pangboche and Tengboche.

From Tengboche, it’s a steep descent to Phunki Thenga, then crossing the suspension bridge and continuous walking through pine forests and narrow trail to reach Kyangjuma. Another one and half hours of hiking lead to the vibrant Namche Bazaar, where we spend a night there.

You’ll be able to enjoy the beautiful snow-capped peaks, forests, cliff-top monasteries, and mani stones en route.

Accommodation: Guesthouse at Namche Bazaar.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

This is the final leg of the journey in the Everest region as you trek to Lukla.s over Dudh Koshi River. The views of prayer flags blowing in the wind in suspension bridges are truly amazing. It is believed that the Buddhist mantras printed on prayer flags spread positive vibration and goodwill anywhere the wind goes.

The trail is dotted with quaint villages and runs along the edge of steep hills offering panoramic views all the way. The trek comes to a close as you arrive at beautiful Lukla village for an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Guesthouse at Lukla.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Fly back to Kathmandu airport directly or Manthali airport and then drive to Kathmandu. Upon your arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel. You can take a rest or explore the local market and immerse yourself in local culture.

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Accommodation: Hotel at Kathmandu.
Meals: Breakfast included.

The Everest Base Camp Trek 15 days long journey concludes today. Our airport representative will take you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure. We hope you are having an amazing journey and a great time during your stay in Nepal. Namaste, and have a safe journey.

Meals: Breakfast included.