Everest Base Camp Long Trek

01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

This is a trek that is on everyone's bucket list. It is also physically challenging. You are going to walk the Everest Base Camp Trek with a Certified Guide and a Porter if desired. From 3000 meters altitude, no more than 500 meters per day to rise and sometimes planning a rest day. All this so that you acclimatize better! Of course, this itinerary is just a reference and we can deviate several times from our schedule. We will be flexible. The trek begins with a midnight drive to Ramechhap and flight to Lukla. Walking part of the trek starts In Lukla, a small town located at 2,860 meters (9,380 feet) above sea level. From Lukla, trekkers hike up to Namche Bazaar, the largest town in the Khumbu region. This town is a great place to acclimatize to the altitude and to do some shopping for supplies. After Namche Bazaar, trekkers continue on to Pangboche, Dingboche, Chhukung, Lobuche, Gorak Shep and Kala Patthar. These villages are located at increasingly higher altitudes, which gives trekkers time to adjust to the altitude and to avoid altitude sickness. From Gorakshep, trekkers hike to Everest Base Camp, which is located at 5,364 meters (17,598 feet) above sea level. Then, we retrace back our steps the same route. Everest Base Camp is a very popular destination, and trekkers will often have to share the space with other trekkers, climbers, and Sherpas. This is a challenging but rewarding experience. It is a great way to see some of the most stunning scenery in the world and to experience the culture and hospitality of the Sherpa people.

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu — Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be picked up by our representative at the airport and taken to the hotel. You will meet your guide, discuss the trek program, and make final preparations for the trek. If you have an early arrival, we will take you for a sightseeing trip in the UNESCO world heritage site in Kathmandu and later, in the evening, you’ll have dinner in the hotel. From 20th March 2020 due to heavy congestion, all flights to and from Lukla depart from Ramechhap airport, 130km, a 4-hour drive from Kathmandu. It means now it’ll take an extra day to get to Lukla from Kathmandu though the flight price is the same. Day Day 2: Drive to Ramechhap (474m/1555ft), Flight to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft) and Trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,698ft) — Kathmandu - Ramechhap via Road - Lukla via Air - Chheplung - Ghat - Phakding You should travel to Ramechhap from Kathmandu to catch your Lukla Flight and follow the same route for returning to Kathmandu. At 4 am, you’ll have to take a bus ride to Ramechhap which is around 4-5 hours and breakfast will be on the way. After you reach Ramechhap, you’ll take a flight to Lukla from Manthali Airport which lies at an altitude of 439 m above sea level and is located at a distance of 132 km east of Kathmandu. Lunch will be after we reach Ramechhap. A flight to Lukla is the most unpredictable part of Everest Base Camp trek itinerary and if the flight takes place as scheduled, you’ll reach Lukla or else you’ll need to wait for the next day to proceed to Lukla. There are several airlines operating flights to Lukla; Tara/Yeti Air, Summit Air,etc. and you can choose the one you like. Moreover, the best views of the mountains can be seen on the way to Lukla. After having quick meal, the trail starts from Lukla and descends to the Dudh Kosi River in Phakding. The first day gets difficult due to the cold, high altitude and backpacks. You will get the view of picturesque Sherpa villages, Tibetan Scriptures engraved Mane Walls and Chhortens and monasteries throughout the trails. Chhortens are like temples and often have relics of buddha in them. You’ll reach Phakding in the evening. Explore the trail and have dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel. Distance from Kathmandu to Ramechhap- 132 km/82mi (4-5 hours), Ramechhap to Lukla – 73.4km/45.6mi (30-40 min) Trekking distance: 7.5 kilometers/4.6 miles Trekking time: 3 hours Total ascend: 909 feet/277 meters Total descend: 755 feet/230 meters Day Day 3: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft) — Phakding - Jorsale - Monjo - Namche Bazaar The trek from Phakding continues after breakfast, along the Dudh Kosi River, passing through pine forests and crossing several suspension bridges to Monjo. In Monjo, there is a national park checkpost. We will cross the river twice and reach Larcha Dovan, the confluence of two major rivers in Everest Valley and lunch will be in any small hotels or restaurants on the way. Here, we will cross the most iconic suspension bridge and follow a steeper trail to the historic trading town of Namche Bazaar which is surrounded by scenic mountains. From Phakding it's an 8 hrs trek and from Monjo, it's about 5-6 hrs. Dinner will be at Namche Bazar and rest for overnight. Trekking distance: 11 km / 6.8 mi Trekking time: 8 hours Total ascend: 1,788 feet/544 meters Total descent: 200 m/ 656 ft Day Day 4: Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar and a day hike trip to Thame — Namche - Theso - Thamo - Thame - Namche You will take a rest day to acclimate at the high altitude. As, Thame and Namche Bazar can be reached in about two hours, you can hike to the beautiful sherpa village of Thame, have lunch there and return back to Namche. Along the way, you will pass through Bhote Khosi, Renjo la, Nangpa la and Tesi Lapcha before arriving at Thamo. There is a newly opened Himalayan Museum and Sustainable Park in Syangboche where you can spend some time. You can also explore the town, visit the local markets and Sherpa Cultural Museum if time permits. Dinner and overnight stay in Namche. Also, make sure to charge all your electronic devices in Namche. From there on you’ll have to pay extra for charging. Day Day 5: Namche Bazaar(3,440m/11,283ft) to Pangboche(3,900m/12,795.28ft) — Namche Bazar – Kyangjuma – Leushyasa – Phungi Thanga – Tengboche – Deboche – Milinggo – Pangboche After having breakfast early in the morning, you’ll start your trek to Pangboche, which is a very challenging day in Everest Base Camp Trek. You will cross Shangbouche Airport and Shangbouche Hill on this walk to get to Tengboche and continue the trek. You will need to hike for roughly 8 - 9 hours to reach Pangboche. It is also a base camp for climbing Ama Dablam, which is close by and about 3 kilometers northeast of Tengboche in the Imja Khola valley. Pangboche also boasts the best view of Mt. Lhotse and Mt. Amadablam. Mt. Everest peeks out a little on top of Mt. Lhotse. You will be staying overnight at a hotel. Trekking Distance –12.4 km / 7.7 mi Trekking time: 8-9 hours Total ascend: 560m / 1,837ft Total descend: 680m / 2,231ft Day Day 6: Pangboche to Dingboche (4,400m/14,435.7ft) — Pangboche - Shomare - Dingboche Embark on a thrilling journey from Pangboche to Dingboche, located at an altitude of 4,400m (14,435.7ft). Experience captivating landscapes and the warm hospitality of the Sherpa people, who call both villages their home. Nestled in the heart of the Himalayas, Dingboche is an authentic Sherpa village, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the region. Its proximity to Island Peak creates a mesmerizing backdrop with a river flowing directly from its slopes. Dingboche's high altitude brings a cool climate, offering refreshing summer rains and dry, cold winters. Immerse yourself in the serenity of the Himalayas and enjoy the picturesque surroundings. During your stay in Dingboche, relish a delightful lunch with local flavors such as Churpi (Hardened cheese), dried fruits, and other Nepali delicacies. In the evening, indulge in a well-deserved dinner featuring authentic Sherpa cuisine. Embrace the tranquility and awe-inspiring beauty of Dingboche. Take time to appreciate the majestic mountains surrounding you and let the village's authenticity and natural wonders create lasting memories during your Everest region journey. Distance – 6 km/4 mi Time – 5 hrs. Total ascent – 500 m/ ft Total descent – 0 m/ 0 ft Day Day 7: Dingboche to Chhukung (4700m/15,420ft) — Dingboche - Chhukung The day trek today is fairly flat with steady inclines and declines throughout the day. Along the trail you can see several traditional farms with house and fences built from local stone. There are numerous seabuckthorn (Hippophae) berry bushes along the trail. It is a little orange-red berry that develops on a small-leaved bush, which appears to be high in vitamins C and E and used in several regional traditional remedies. You can reach Chhukung and explore the town which is surrounded by beautiful mountains and best scenery. Overnight stay at hotel. Trekking Distance: 4.4 km / 2.7 mi Trekking time: 2-3 hours Total ascend: 300m / 984ft Total descent: 0 m/0 ft Day Day 8: Rest in Chhukung and hike to Island Peak Base Camp (5050m/16,568.24ft) or Chhukung Ri (5400m/17,716.54ft) — Chhukung - Island Peak Base Camp/Chhukung Ri - Chhukung This is highly necessary rest day at Chhukung to acclimatize with the high altitude. Here, lies a peak known as Chukkung Ri above the village in the Everest (Khumbu) Region. It lies to the North of Chhukung and takes approximately 3-4 hours of lung busting effort. No technical expertise is required but only physical stamina to reach Chhukung Ri. Alternatively, you can also go for local hike to Island Peak Base Camp (5050m), which is only 3-4 hours hike and return to Chhukung. Day Day 9: Chhukung to Lobuche via Kongma La Pass (5,540m/18,175.85ft) or Via Dingboche and Thukla — Chhukung - Lobuche In the early morning,you will have breakfast and start the trek to Lobuche from Chhukung crossing Kongma river via Kongma La Pass. Alternatively, you can also head to Lobuche passing Dingboche and Thukla village. Both of the trail offers you a great scenery and mountain view throughout the trek. Dinner and overnight stay will be held in Lobuche. Trekking distance: 11.6 km / 7.2 mi (via Kongma La Pass), 12.4 km / 7.7 mi (via Dingboche and Thukla) Trekking time: 7-9 hours (via Kongma La Pass), 5-6 hours (via Dingboche and Thukla) Total ascend: 800m / 2,624ft (via Kongma La Pass), 450m / 1,476ft (via Dingboche and Thukla) Total descend: 600m / 1,968ft (via Kongma La Pass), 150m / 492ft (via Dingboche and Thukla) Day Day 10: Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,100m/16,732.28ft) Trip to Everest Base Camp(5,340m/17,519.69ft) and Return — Lobuche - Gorak Shep - Everest Base Camp - Gorak Shep You'll trek to Gorak Shep and then hike to Everest Base Camp on the rocky ridges of Khumbu Glacier. Upon reaching the base camp monument, you may take photos and videos with surrounding views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Mt. Khumbutse, Mt. Lho La in Nepal Side and Mt. Chnsgtse in Tibet. EBC is a major milestone for adventurers and trekkers all over the planet. However, the trekking groups are not allowed to stay overnight at the base camp; you'll need to descend later to Gorak Shep for sleep. Trekking distance: 15.2 km / 9.4 mi Trekking time: 8-10 hours Total ascend: 440m / 1,440ft Total descend: 440m / 1,440ft Day Day 11: Hike to Kala Patthar (5,545m/18,192 ft) in the Morning and Trek back to Lobuche (4,930m/16,175ft) — Gorak Shep - Kala Patthar - Gorak Shep - Lobuche Kala Patthar is the highest point in this trek and from here, the 360 degree view of the Mountains is breathtaking. It is from Kala Patthar, visitors will get the best view of the Everest. This is a strenuous 4 hrs turnaround hike from Gorak Shep and head back to Gorak Shep for a quick meal before descending further to Lobuche for the night which is almost 2 hrs trek. Trekking distance: 5.5 km / 3.4 mi Trekking time: 4-5 hours Total ascend: 645m / 2,116ft Total descend: 715m / 2,346 ft Day Day 12: Lobuche to Pangboche — Lobuche - Dughla - Pheriche - Shomare - Pangboche We will start our return journey where our first stop will be Pangboche. You can observe great views of surrounding mountains and snow peaks. On the way from Pheriche Pass to Pangboche, beautiful scenes of rivers can be seen. It’s a long walking day but there are several villages on the way where you can stop for tea or lunch. Later, in the night, you will reach Pangboche and stay overnight. You can also end your journey here and charter a helicopter(cost is exclusive) and fly back to Kathmandu. Otherwise your trek continues as itinerary. Trekking distance: 8-9 km /5-6 mi Trekking time: 6-7 hours Total ascent: Minimal ascent Total descent: 980 m/3,215 ft Day Day 13: Pangboche to Namche — Pangboche - Milinggo - Deboche - Tengboche - Phungi Thanga - Leushyasa - Kyangjuma - Namche Bazaar After having breakfast, we will start our trek and reach the most important Tengboche monastery in couple of hours. We will visit the monastery and then continue a 400m descent to Phunki Thanga, cross the Imja river and continue uphill for another 300m reaching the upper trails of Namche. We will have lunch along the way and stay overnight in hotel. Trekking distance: 10-11 km /6-7 mi Trekking time: 6-7 hours Total ascent: 500 m /1,640 ft Total descent: 1,400 m / 4,593 ft Day Day 14: Namche To Lukla — Namche - Lukla It’s a long and final day of trek back to Lukla. It is about 20 km but mostly downhill with occasional uphill climb. The last couple of hours is uphill climb. We will retrace our steps on the left bank of Dudh Koshi river passing through lush forests and villages of lower Khumbu valley en route to Lukla. It will take about 8-9 hrs. Dinner and overnight stay at Lukla. Trekking distance: 18-19 km /11-12 mi Trekking time: 6-7 hours Total ascent: 20m/65ft Total descent: 900 m/2,953 ft Day Day 15: Drive to Ramechhap and fly to Kathmandu — You’ll need to fly back to Ramechhap and drive to Kathmandu. After reaching, we will transfer you to a hotel. In the evening, you can go shopping for souvenirs, try Nepali or Newari Cuisine (Ethnic group and native people of Kathmandu Valley). We will organize a farewell program for you to create memories with us. Day Day 16: — If your flight is in the evening, we will take you for sightseeing in one of the Buddhist stupa; Boudhanath/Swayambhunath which is also listed in UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then, Our representative will receive you from hotel and drop you at the airport for your return journey back home.

YOUR DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrival at Kathmandu — Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be picked up by our representative at the airport and taken to the hotel. You will meet your guide, discuss the trek program, and make final preparations for the trek. If you have an early arrival, we will take you for a sightseeing trip in the UNESCO world heritage site in Kathmandu and later, in the evening, you’ll have dinner in the hotel.+