Everest Base Camp Standard Trek

01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

The Everest Base Camp Trek stands out as one of the most exhilarating and demanding treks on the planet. With the breathtaking mountain landscapes, immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring surroundings as you traverse this renowned trek, unveiling the mesmerizing glaciers and towering peaks. The trek provides an exceptional opportunity to witness nature's grandeur up close and experience hospitable Sherpa people and their culture which leaves an indelible mark on your memory. It is crucial to note that the Everest Base Camp Trek is considered challenging and having prior experience in high-altitude trekking is considered best. However, you can still do this trek. The trek begins with a midnight ride to Ramechhap, scenic flight to Lukla, followed by a traditional route to Everest Base Camp. You'll pass through Sherpa villages, valleys, forests, and suspension bridges. As you ascend, enjoy breathtaking views of Everest and other peaks. Namche Bazaar offers a vibrant Sherpa experience. Trekking further, reach Tengboche with its monastery, Dingboche with stunning views, and Lobuche/Gorak Shep before reaching Everest Base Camp. Standing there, surrounded by Himalayan giants, feels a sense of awe and accomplishment. This trek lasts for 13D/12N but if you want to make it short then you also have the helicopter return option when you return to Lukla on Day 10-11.

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 (439m/1440.28), Flight to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft) and Trek to Monjo(2700 m/8858.26ft) — 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 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 Three Pass trek itinerary and if the flight takes place as scheduled, you’ll reach Lukla in the evening 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 a 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 Monjo exploring the trail and have dinner and overnight stay at the hotel. Distance from Kathmandu to Ramechhap- 132 km/82mi (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 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(3,440m/11,283ft) — Take a well-deserved rest day to acclimate to the high altitude. Begin your day by embarking on a picturesque hike to the renowned Everest View Hotel. There, indulge in a delightful breakfast accompanied by tea or coffee while soaking in the awe-inspiring panoramic view of majestic Mt. Everest. Afterwards, continue your exploration by hiking to the captivating Sherpa villages of Khumjung and Khunde. Immerse yourself in the local culture, interact with friendly locals, and savor a delicious lunch that showcases the authentic flavors of the region. As you make your way back to Namche, don't miss the opportunity to visit the yak farm located above Syangboche Airport, where you can witness these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. For those seeking a cultural experience, the newly opened Himalayan Museum and Sustainable Park in Syangboche offer fascinating insights into the rich heritage and ecological significance of the Himalayan region. If time allows, take a leisurely stroll through the bustling local markets and consider a visit to the Sherpa Cultural Museum to deepen your understanding of the Sherpa community. Remember to charge all your electronic devices in Namche, as charging facilities may incur additional fees beyond this point. Rest and recharge at your comfortable hotel in Namche, preparing yourself for the adventures that lie ahead. Day Day 5: Namche Bazaar to Pangboche(3,900m/12,795ft) — 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 Syangboche Airport and Shangbouche Hill on this walk to get to Tengboche and continue the trek to Pangboche. You will need to hike for roughly 8 - 9 hours to reach Pangboche. It is 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 (4400m/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 Lobuche (4,900m/16,076.12ft) — Dingboche - Dugla(Thukla) - Lobuche Lobuche is 6.5 kilometers (4 miles) away from Dingboche. The trail leaves Dingboche and travels through the unique Dugla and Khumbu valley. We will stop in Dugla for lunch and a lengthy rest. Normally, it takes 2 hours to get here. After that, it would take you another three hours to walk across Thukla Pass to the Everest Memorial and then, descend to Lobuche. Trekking Distance: 6.5 km/4 mi Trekking Time: 4-5 hours Total ascent: 662 m/2,171 ft Total descent: 70 m/230 ft Day Day 8: 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 - Lobuche 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 an iconic destination and 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 Lobuche 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 9: Lobuche to Pangboche — Gorak Shep - Lobuche - Thukla - 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 indicated in the itinerary. Trekking Distance: 8-9 km /5-6 mi Trekking Time: 5-6 hours Total ascent: 0 Total descent: 980 m/3,215 ft Day Day 10: Pangboche to Namche — Pangboche - Milinggo - Deboche - Tengboche - Phungi Thanga - Leushyasa - Kyangjuma - Namche Bazaar We will start after breakfast and reach the most important Tengboche monastery in a 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. 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 11: 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 an 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: 0 Total descent: 900 m/2,953 ft Day Day 12: 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, trying 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 13: Departure from Kathmandu — 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 check you out from the 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.+