The typical 15 days Everest Base Camp Trek in the Khumbu Region lets you explore the untethering beauty of Mt. Everest. Not only will you experience the beautiful base camp, but also explore natural flora and fauna alongside manmade landmarks, Sherpa culture and tradition that’s influenced by Tibet, and much more.
The Everest Base Camp Trek begins with a scenic flight to Lukla for an adventurous flight. During your 30 mins flight, you’ll get some of the best views of Everest and other peaks of the mountain range. Enjoy a day in Phakding located on the banks of Dudh Koshi before making it to Namche Bazaar, where we’ll stay for two days.
Before we get to Namche, our trail stops for a bit at Monjo, the entry point of the Sagarmatha National Park, to check our trekking permits. On our second day at Namche, we’ll visit a nearby village to explore its cultural values or if you want a break, we can also visit the marketplace there.
Onto the Everest Base Camp Trek, we’ll encounter prayer flags, chortens, and even one of the country’s oldest monasteries, the Tengboche Monastery. Acclimatize to the high altitude in Dingboche where we can either hike to Nagarjuna Hill to get amazing views of the peaks such as Makalu, Cho Oyu, and Ama Dablam, or explore the village of Chukhung.
Getting to Gorakshep is not much of a big deal but the next day is, as we summit the 5545 meters Kala Patthar, from where we’ll get the best views of Everest and hike all the way to EBC. Cherish the moment, and trek back to villages like Periche, Namche, and Lukla to fly back to Kathmandu and end our journey.
This trail is moderate if you want an easier trek to refer back to our trips in the Everest Region such as the Everest View Trek or the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour.
Email our trip experts in case you need to modify this trail for the best experience in the Everest Region. Simply email us at info@adventurewalkway.com
The Everest Base Camp Trek is a popular trek in Nepal that takes you to the base of the world’s highest mountain, Mount Everest. The trek takes about 10 to 21 days and requires physical fitness and good acclimatization.
Here are some of the things you can expect during the trek:
It’s important to be prepared for these challenges and to have a positive attitude toward them. With the right preparation and mental approach, the trek can be an unforgettable experience.
Preparing for the Everest Base Camp trek requires both physical and mental preparation. Here are some tips to help you prepare for the trek:
Physical fitness: The trek involves walking for several hours every day at high altitudes, so it’s essential to be physically fit. Regular exercise and hiking can help prepare you for the trek.
Acclimatization: To minimize the risk of altitude sickness, it’s important to gradually allow your body to acclimate to the higher altitude. Consider spending a few extra days in Kathmandu or Lukla to acclimate before starting the trek.
Gear and Clothing: You will need warm and waterproof clothing, good-quality trekking boots, a sleeping bag, a down jacket, and other essential gear. Make sure you have all the necessary equipment before starting the trek.
Hydration: Staying hydrated is important for preventing altitude sickness and for overall health during the trek. Make sure to drink plenty of water and electrolyte-rich drinks.
Mental preparation: The trek can be mentally challenging, especially at high altitudes. It’s important to have a positive attitude, be open to new experiences, and be prepared for the challenges that you may face during the trek.
Research and Planning: Before starting the trek, research the trail, the weather conditions, and the teahouses or lodges along the way. Consider hiring a local guide or porter to help with navigation and carrying your gear.
Travel and Medical Insurance: Make sure you have travel and medical insurance that covers high-altitude trekking in case of any emergencies.
Following these tips, you can prepare for an unforgettable and successful Everest Base Camp Trek.
You touch down in Kathmandu, Nepal at the only international airport in the country. From there, you’ll be transported to your hotel. Freshen up before meeting the company representative to get briefings on the Everest Base Camp Trekking itinerary. The company guide will suggest a few sites to visit and things to do based on available time. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Today we prepare for the trek and check the last-minute checklist for trekking gear and if needed shopping around Thamel. After lunch visit Kathmandu UNESCO world heritage sites, Kathmandu Durbar Squire, Pashupatinath Temple, and Bouddhanath Stupa. Overnight at Hotel.
Today we head towards Lukla, Tenzing Hilary Airport early in the morning. The flight usually takes 32 minutes. Meet with your crew and head out to Chaurikharka and Cheplung before descending to Dudh Koshi. Walk along the river on an easy hike to Phakding. Overnight in a local tea house in Phakding.
Set out to enter the UNESCO heritage site, Sagarmatha National Park and eventually Namche Bazaar. Cross the Dudh Koshi river through a suspension bridge and make way to the Toktok village and eventually to the Benkar village, which is famous for its thangkas. Again, cross the river to hike uphill to Monjo, the entry point to the National Park. A short walk from Monjo will take us to Jorsalle where you’ll find Tibetan chanting on Granite stones. An uphill climb from this village through the pine and deodar forests will take us to Namche Bazaar, the tourist hub of the region. Overnight in a local tea house in Namche Bazaar.
Today, we take a day off to acclimatize and in the time being, dive into Namche Bazaar’s natural and traditional heritage. We can either hike to Khumjung to explore the Sherpa Museum and the school established by Sir Edmund Hilary or your guide might select an activity for you. Another night’s stay in Namche Bazaar.
Today we will resume our trekking toward Tengboche. We will start with a gentle uphill climb to the Kyangjuma Village. The trail then drops and we’ll need to cross the Dudh Koshi River on a suspension bridge. Hike uphill to get to Tengboche, the place with one of the oldest monasteries in the country. Overnight in a local teahouse in Tengboche.
We’ll hike downhill to Debuche, prior to crossing the river to Pangboche. Get past Shomare Village and cross another suspension bridge to Periche. In Periche, there’s a health post that’s operated by the Himalayan Rescue Association. Keep on walking uphill from here to get to Dingbohe. Overnight in Dingboche
Another day for acclimatization! Your guide will do most of the planning for your activity today. You can trek to Nagarjuna Hill, a viewpoint near Dingboche, to get astounding views of Ama Dablam, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and other eight-thousanders. There’s another route for you to try if you don’t feel like hiking; a gentle walk to the village of Chukhung. Back to Dingboche for an overnight stay.
After a day’s break, we hike uphill in a steep climb to Dugh La. Again, there’s another steep climb uphill to a high pass, which then drops down to get to Lobuche. The views from the pass are extraordinary as we see most of the eight-thousanders of the Khumbu region from here.
A collection of ascents and descents along the cool rocky path leads us to the last settlement before the Everest Base Camp. Although the walk is short, it is quite strenuous. Rest for the day and prepare for the upcoming climb.
Early in the morning, we set off for the 5545 meters high peak of Kala Patthar. The climb is short but the path is strenuous. We’ll get to the top in around 3 – 4 hours. The views from the top are rewarding as we’ll be able to enjoy landscape views of the majestic Himalayas from here. Enjoy the scenery and hike back to Gorakshep for breakfast. After breakfast, we’ll trek along the Khumbu Glacier and finally, we’re now at the Everest Base Camp. Cherish this moment and click some photos before heading back to Gorakshep for lunch. Following lunch, we’ll head back to the village of Periche for an overnight stay.
It was an easy trek today. Cross the river after a short walk from Perriche to Sshomare and Pangboche. Cross the river again to arrive at Debuche and then to Tengboche. Descend to Kyangjuma and a short climb after, we’ll be back at Namche.
After breakfast, we’ll leave Namche and start our trek downhill. First we’ll get to the village of Jorsalle and eventually to Monjo, where we’ll exit the Sagarmatha National Park. Hike past Benkar, Toktok, and Phakding to finally get to Lukla for an overnight stay.
An early 32-minute flight will take us back to Kathmandu. And transfer to your hotel. You can take the whole day off to rest or even, or you can do Shopping in the center of the Tourist Hub Thamel Kathmandu .
After 14 days of a marvelous trekking journey to explore Everest Base Camp, Adventure Walk Way (p).Ltd staff Departure the International Airport
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A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be incapable of drawing a single stroke at the present moment; and yet I feel that I never was a greater artist than now. When, while the lovely valley teems with vapour around me, and the meridian sun strikes the upper surface of the impenetrable foliage of my trees.
And but a few stray gleams steal into the inner sanctuary, I throw myself down among the tall grass by the trickling stream; and, as I lie close to the earth, a thousand unknown plants are noticed by me: when I hear the buzz of the little world among the stalks, and grow familiar with the countless indescribable forms of the insects and flies, then I feel the presence of the Almighty, who formed us in his own image, and the breath
A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be incapable of drawing a single stroke at the present moment; and yet I feel that I never was a greater artist than now. When, while the lovely valley teems with vapour around me, and the meridian sun strikes the upper surface of the impenetrable foliage of my trees, and but a few stray gleams steal into the inner sanctuary, I throw myself down among the tall grass by the trickling stream; and, as I lie close to the earth, a thousand unknown plants are noticed by me: when I hear the buzz of the little world among the stalks, and grow familiar with the countless indescribable forms of the insects and flies, then I feel the presence of the Almighty, who formed us in his own image, and the breath
A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be incapable of drawing a single stroke at the present moment; and yet I feel that I never was a greater artist than now. When, while the lovely valley teems with vapour around me, and the meridian sun strikes the upper surface of the impenetrable foliage of my trees, and but a few stray gleams steal into the inner sanctuary, I throw myself down among the tall grass by the trickling stream; and, as I lie close to the earth, a thousand unknown plants are noticed by me: when I hear the buzz of the little world among the stalks, and grow familiar with the countless indescribable forms of the insects and flies, then I feel the presence of the Almighty, who formed us in his own image, and the breath
I recently went on an Everest Base Camp Trek with Adventure Walkway and I have to say, it was an amazing experience! The guides were knowledgeable and friendly, the itinerary was well-planned, and the scenery was breathtaking. I would highly recommend this agency to anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure in Nepal.
