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Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Everest Base Camp Trek, a 16-day Himalayan journey that offers breathtaking mountain views and insights into Sherpa culture. Our journey begins with a thrilling flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, a small town in the Khumbu region that serves as the gateway to the Everest region.
From Lukla, we’ll trek through stunning Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and arrive at Namche Bazaar, a bustling Sherpa village located at an altitude of 3,440 meters. We’ll spend a night or two in Namche Bazaar, exploring the local markets and monasteries while acclimating ourselves to the high altitude.
After Namche Bazaar, we’ll continue our trek to Tengboche monastery , one of the most important Buddhist monasteries in the region, with breathtaking views of Everest and other peaks. Along the way, we’ll immerse ourselves in Sherpa culture and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Himalayas.
From Tengboche, we’ll trek to the base camp of Mount Everest, following in the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay on their historic journey in 1953. We’ll also trek to the summit of Kala Patthar for breathtaking panoramic views of Everest and other Himalayan peaks.
This high altitude trekking experience is not for the faint of heart, but with proper preparation and an expert Sherpa guide, you’ll be able to complete this incredible journey. The Everest Base Camp Trek is an adventure of a lifetime, perfect for those seeking outdoor activities and adventure travel. Join us on this epic journey and experience the wonder of the Himalayas, from the Sherpa culture to the awe-inspiring beauty of Mount Everest.
Our 16-day Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary is designed for beginner trekkers who are in good health and have average physical fitness. It covers ample distance between daily itineraries, includes a steady gain in altitude, and incorporates separate rest days to ensure proper acclimatization. By walking at a steady pace with proper acclimatization, you can help avoid altitude sickness and fully enjoy the breathtaking views on this trek.
But if you’re up for an even bigger challenge, Himalayan Glacier offers the Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo Lakes – 18 Days. And for experienced trekkers with limited time, our Everest Base Camp Short Trek – 14 Days is the perfect option. No matter which itinerary you choose, you’re sure to have an unforgettable adventure in the majestic Himalayas.
Itinerary | Maximum Altitude | Walking/Hiking |
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Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu | 1,350m/4,429ft | |
Day 02 Kathmandu: Sightseeing and trek Preparation | 1,350m/4,429ft | |
Day 03 Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding | 2,800m/9,187ft | 3-4 hrs |
Day 04 Phakding to Namche Bazaar | 3,438m/11,280ft | 5-6 hrs |
Day 05 Acclimatization Day - Namche Bazaar | 3,438m/11,280ft | |
Day 06 Namche Bazaar to Tengboche | 3,870m/12,697ft | 5-6 hrs |
Day 07 Tengboche to Dingboche | 4,360m/14,305ft | 5-6 hrs |
Day 08 Dingboche: Acclimatization | 4,360m/14,305ft | |
Day 09 Dingboche to Duglha | 4,600m/15,093ft | 3-4 hrs |
Day 10 Duglha to Lobuche | 4,940m/16,208ft | 2-4 hrs |
Day 11 Lobuche to Gorak Shep, visit Everest Base Camp | 5,364m/17,599ft | 6-7 hrs |
Day 12 Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar to Pheriche | 5,545m/18,193ft | 7-8 hrs |
Day 13 Pheriche to Namche Bazaar | 3,438m/11,280ft | 6-7 hrs |
Day 14 Namche Bazaar to Lukla | 2,800m/9,187ft | 6-7 hrs |
Day 15 Fly to Kathmandu | 1,350m/4,429ft | |
Day 16 Final departure | - |
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Significant Information: The unpredictable weather conditions in the Everest region may lead to cancellation of Lukla flights. So, what do you do if your flight is cancelled at the last minute? We have several alternative options for Lukla flight cancellations for you, in case you have limited time in Nepal. Make sure that you are well-informed about this critical issue well ahead of time!
All meals will be provided during trekking while only breakfast will be available in Kathmandu. There will also be welcome and farewell dinners for guests. While on trek, we have breakfast and dinner in the lodges/teahouses we spend the night and lunch on our way to the next destination. Nepalese, Tibetan, the more common continental and Indian cuisines are common choices in the menu.
To get an idea about your meals on the go, breakfast comprises a hot beverage, toasts, pancakes, eggs, etc. while lunch will include rice items, noodles, potato varieties, pizza, pasta, burger, meat items, and so on. The starters in dinnertime are soup varieties while the main course includes more or less similar items as that of lunch menu, including a dessert item and a hot beverage. A detailed information about the food on the everest base camp trek gives you a clearer picture of your dietary provisions.
Note: Trekkers who strictly follow vegetarian or vegan diet must inform us during the time of booking their trip with us. We recommend you to avoid any alcoholic beverages during the trip. Also, we advise you to avoid meat items because meat has to be carried all the way from Lukla or Namche for several days before it is consumed. So, there is more possibility of staleness, just enough to upset your tummy!
We will be accommodated in  Yatri Suites & Spa or Similar in Kathmandu; and lodges during the trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis. Single supplement will be served on request with an extra cost.
Himalayan Glacier will arrange rooms with attached washrooms; however, lodges in some places only have shared washing and toilet facilities. Also note that single rooms are readily available in Kathmandu and the trekking regions at lower elevation but it might be difficult to find them at higher elevations. The types and standards of accommodation during the everest base camp trek  varies at different locations.
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Everest Base Camp Trek- 16 days is a moderate trek. Travelers who can walk up to 6-7 hours a day on an uphill and downhill trail will find this trek fulfilling. It is best that we prepare ourselves for the Everest trek by jogging and exercising regularly at least a month prior to the start of the trek. Trekking to the Everest Base Camp should be relatively easier for those who have experience walking/trekking in a high altitude environment. Past hiking experience would be an asset but no technical skill is required for this trip. It is also important that we consult our doctor. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform Himalayan Glacier before booking the trek.
Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary is planned with a high degree of awareness of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). Experts agree that gaining elevation without proper consideration of AMS could be fatal. The higher the altitude, the less oxygen will be in the air. Therefore, our body needs time to adapt to an environment with less oxygen. During this trip, we take rest in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche which will help us acclimatize to the high altitude thus resulting in a successful trip.
For this trek there will be one leader, assistant leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide) and Sherpa porters for carrying luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter). This arrangement ensures that should anybody in the group get sick, the trip can still go ahead as planned. We can run the trek for groups of any size but we after years of experience we have found a maximum of twelve people to be the optimum size for a successful trip. However, if you'd like to book this trip for a larger group then that can be arranged too.
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