The Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the world's most iconic trekking routes, leading you through the heart of the Khumbu region to the foot of Mount Everest. Walk in the footsteps of legendary mountaineers, pass through Sherpa villages, ancient monasteries, and dramatic glacial landscapes.
Everest Base Camp Trek
Trip Overview
Highlights
Trip Details
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport. Transfer to hotel. Evening welcome briefing.
Scenic 35-min mountain flight to Lukla (2,860m). Begin trek descending to Phakding.
Cross the Dudh Koshi river and climb steeply to the Sherpa capital, Namche Bazaar.
Rest day with optional hike to Everest View Hotel for first views of Everest.
Pass through rhododendron forests to Tengboche with its iconic monastery.
Cross the Imja Khola and enter the upper Khumbu valley.
Rest day with hike to Nangkartshang Peak for views of Makalu and Lhotse.
Trek along the Khumbu glacier moraine to Lobuche.
Morning hike to Everest Base Camp. Afternoon return to Gorak Shep.
Pre-dawn climb to Kala Patthar for panoramic Everest sunrise. Descend to Pheriche.
Descend through Tengboche back to Namche.
Final day of trekking, descend to Lukla. Farewell dinner.
Morning flight back to Kathmandu. Rest of day free.
Transfer to airport for onward journey.
- Airport pick-up & drop-off
- Domestic flights (Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu)
- All accommodation (tea house / lodge)
- All meals during trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Experienced English-speaking guide
- Sagarmatha National Park permit
- TIMS card
- All necessary permits & paperwork
- First aid kit
- International airfare
- Nepal visa fees
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Personal trekking gear & equipment
- Tips for guide and porter
- Personal expenses (snacks, drinks, souvenirs)
Route Map
Route map available upon booking confirmation.
Traveler Reviews
A life-changing adventure
Standing at Everest Base Camp was a dream come true. Our guide was outstanding and the whole trip was flawlessly organized.