Everest Base Camp Trek

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Our representatives will be awaiting your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport from where you will be transferred directly to your hotel. You will be introduced to your guides who will brief you on the trek. We advise you to head down to the local bazaar for a taste of the bustling city of Kathmandu. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 2: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla 2840m and trek to Phakding 2610m
Our adventure officially kicks off with a scenic flight to Lukla in the early morning. The Himalayan landscape illuminated by the rising sun before the morning fog rolls make for a pleasant flight. After landing at the most adventurous airstrip of the nation we begin our trek towards the village of Phakding. Overnight stay at Phakding.

Day 3: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar 3440m
The peak of Thamserku (6,608m) glimmers in the sunlight ahead of us as we reach the village of Monjo. This denotes our entry to Sagarmatha National Park which is also the oldest national park of the nation. Surrounded by exquisite floras and faunas we continue our journey through the convergence of Bhotekoshi and Dudh Koshi Rivers to reach Namche Bazaar. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar.

Day 4: Acclimatization Day
Namche is a perfect destination to acclimatize with its stunning views of Mt. Everest (8,848) and Lhotse (8,414m) on the horizon and eye-catching destinations all around. We begin with the village of Khumjung and Khunde. Located below the holy mountain of Khumbila (5765m) the village of Khumjung is famous for housing the skull of a yeti in the Yeti Skull Monastery. The hotel at highest altitude Everest hotel with stunning views of the Himalayan Region is next on our list. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar.

Day 5: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche 3860m
After letting our bodies properly acclimatize we head out to the village of Tengboche. Home to Tengboche monastery, the biggest monastery of the entire Khumbu Region, it is well known for the practice of Mani Rimdu Festival. Crossing Dudh Koshi River, we continue through pine forests filled with wildlife in the form of pheasant, musk deer, and others and arrive at Tengboche. Overnight stay at Tengboche.

Day 6: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche 4410m
Having our fill of the spiritual and natural goodness from the Tengboche Monastery, we head towards the village of Dingboche. The trail squeezes past deep pine and oak forests filled with blooming rhododendron. Ama Dablam (6,856m) shoots towards the sky as we continue the journey through the slippery snowy trail to Dingboche.

Day 7: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche 4910m
The trail continues upward guided by the majestic peaks in the form of Cholatse (6,335m) and Taboche (6,367m). The trail winds through the stone cairns build in the memorial of the Sherpas who lost their lives while climbing Everest before shooting past the foot of Khumbu Glacier and eventually to Lobuche. Overnight stay at Lobuche.

Day 8: Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep 5140m
The journey continues towards Gorakshep which is also the last settlement before reaching Everest Base Camp. The trail climbs through the Khumbu Glacier before dipping down between hills and onto a ridge. We also cross the Lobuche pass (5110m) on the way to Gorakshep. The village of Gorakshep is a frozen lake bed with ample space for camping outside for those interested. Overnight stay at Gorakshep.

Day 9: Hike to Kala Patthar 5550m and explore to Everest Base Camp 5364m
Today, we head towards Kala Patthar viewpoint for views of the Himalayas at sunrise. The increasing altitude, combined with our ragged breaths and rocky steps can very well be the hardest journey of the entire trek. But the mesmerizing scenery from the top is worth the trouble. The sights of the Mt. Everest (8,848m) combined with countless other snow-capped Himalayas enveloped by the ethereal glow cast by the rising sun is not something you see daily. We head back to Gorakshep and continue our journey towards Khumbu Glacier eventually climbing towards Everest Base Camp. Finally, your foot on the foot of the world’s tallest mountain and the views of Mt Everest (8848m), Khumbu Glacier and icefalls welcome you to the base camp. Overnight stay at Everest Base Camp.

Day 10: Trek from Gorakshep to Pheriche 4240m
Having arrived Gorakshep the earlier night we head back to Pheriche. The trail diverges from the village of Dingboche heading south from the village of Lobuche. Heading out through the Thokla Pass (4830m) we continue our journey through Thokla before descending to the valley of Pheriche. At 4240m stunning views of the mountains of the Everest Region crowd the horizon adding to a wonderful day of travel. Overnight stay at Pheriche.

Day 11: Trek from Pheriche to Phortse 3810m
The journey to Phortse takes about five hours and the trail provides the truest examples of Nepali flat meaning through some ups and downs. The decreasing altitude helps us keeps a reasonable place as we continue our journey through rugged pastures. A leisurely trek surrounded by never-ending the Himalayas and the warming rays of the sun, today is the perfect day to relax our mountain weary bones. Overnight stay at Phortse.

Day 12: Trek from Phortse to Namche Bazaar 3440m
After crossing the river, we head towards Namche Bazaar through an ascending path crossing through the hill. The trail continues upward for an hour or so before reaching the flat land on the summit. From there, an easy descend begins eventually reaching Namche Bazaar. The trail is packed with Mani stones and the widespread impact of Buddhism is evident through the culture and lifestyle of the locals. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar.

Day 13: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla 2840m
Our final day of Himalayan adventure we make our way back the town of Lukla. The final leg of the journey sees us passing through cool and shady forests of pine and oaks and eventually heading out of Sagarmatha National Park. The trail eventually breaks at Lukla our final Himalayan stop. Overnight stay at Lukla.

Day 14: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
An early morning flight from Lukla gives us the chance to bid goodbyes to the Himalayas and the stunning villages that have hosted us for the last fourteen days. Lifting off from the most thrill-inducing airstrips of the nation we head towards the hustling and bustling city of Kathmandu. Back at Kathmandu, we will head directly towards the hotel from where you are free to do as you wish. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 15: Departure from Kathmandu
A company representative will drop you off at the airport as you head to next destination of yours. We wish you all the luck with your future endeavors.