Everest Base Camp

Day 01: Arrival in Katmandu.

Arrive at Kathmandu. Our representative will pick you up at the airport. Transfer to the hotel welcome drink and check in.

Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing and Trek prepartion in the evening

• Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) and Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath Stupa

Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2840m), trek to Monjo (2840m) about 5 hrs

The trek beginning by departure from kathmandu to Lukla, this is gateway to Everest Base camp Trek and Khumbu region. As a first day of trekking after the flight will meet our Porter in Lukla then we will proceed with our trek to Phakding through downhill with the view on Chaurikharka (Hilary) School and lovely monastery. Passing Choplung and ThadoKosi river to Phakding which is cultivated land and you will be pleased with the view of DudhKosi River and a few mountains.

Day 04: Trek from Monjo (2840m) to Namche (3440m) 4-5 hrs

Before leaving Monjo, we’ll drop into the Khumbu National Park Information Centre where you can trace our trail from a 3D model of the region. The route crosses several steel suspension bridges covered with katas, white well-wishing scarves, and prayer flags. From the last bridge, it’s a 2-3 hr hike up to Namche. On a clear day, you can catch your first view of Everest from a lookout about mid-way up the hill. Once in Namche, you have the afternoon to rest, do last minute gear shopping .

Day 05: Acclimatization day in Namche

Acclimatization day to prevent altitude sickness.

Explore Namche Bazaar, visit the Sherpa Cultural Museum, and enjoy panoramic views of the Himalayas

Day 06: Trek from Namche (3440m) to Tengboche (3860m) 5-6 hrs

The trail behind Namche is a gentle track that traverses high above the Imja river with overlooking views of Thamserku and Ama Dablam. We pass a chorten in memory of Tenzing Sherpa, Sir Edmund Hillary’s climbing partner, before reaching Kyangjuma to break for morning tea. We split from the regular traffic of trekkers heading to EBC by taking the higher road up to Mong for lunch enroute to Phortse. Many villagers still depend on potato and buckwheat farming here, but Phortse is also known for producing many climbing Sherpas to supplement incomes. Since 2003, the Khumbu Climbing School which operates in Phortse has trained many keen young men and women. Every winter, reowned international climbers and local guides work together to run climbing courses. The partnership has not only increased climbing enthusiasm amongst locals, but has also improved general climbing safety. On arrival, we will stop into the Khumbu Climbing School to check their activities, perhaps even getting in a rock climb at the nearby crag.

Day 07: Trek from Tengboche (3860m) to Dingboche (4410m) 6-7hrs

Heading out of Phortse you will see Cho Oyu, the 6th highest mountain in the world up the Ngozumba glacier leading to Gokyo lakes. The trail to Pangboche is an easy day of traversing with views of Tengboche monastery just across the valley. Pangboche is the highest permanent settlement with the oldest monastery in the Khumbu. The horizon from here to Lobuche is dominanted by Ama Dablam, (6856m) one of the most picturesque mountains in the Khumbu that is technically demanding to climb.

Day 08: Acclimatization in Dingboche

Another rest and acclimatization day.

Hike to Nagarjun Hill or explore Dingboche.We take a rest day in Dingboche to acclimatise to our increased altitude gain. In the morning, we’ll walk up to a lookout to touch the 5000m mark. It’s a steep climb but the views of Makalu (8463m), Lhotse (8501m), Nuptse (7861m) and on clear days, Cho Oyu (8201m) and Shispangma (8013m) are worth any feelings of breathlessness. After lunch, if you’re feeling energetic, you can hike towards Chhukung village or down to Pheriche.

Day 09: Trek from Dingboche (4410m) to Lobuche (4910m) 5-6 hr

Just above Dingboche and along a plateau of yak herder shelters, we enter a serene santuary of panoramic mountains. Take a moment to absorb and reflect on feelings of excitment that Everest is just around the corner! Passing Dughla, it’s a 1 hr hike up to Thokla pass (4830m) where memorials have been built for fallen climbers. We then cross rocky terrain to Lobuche for the night.

Day 10: Trek from Lobuche (4910m) to Gorak Shep (5140m) and Kala Patthar (5550m) 7-8 hrs

Gorak Shep is the last settlement before reaching EBC. From Lobuche, it’s a short walk of a couple of hours across a glacier moraine to reach there around mid morning. After a quick refreshment, we will hike the trail up the large black hill behind our teahouse. The summit of Kala Patther or “Black Rock” offers us our first real look at Everest, an unobstructed view of the highest mountain in the world. Alongside it stands Lhotse, the 4th highest in the world. Kala Patthar is also our highest point on the trek. We trek back down to a hearty lunch and a good rest

Day 11: Trek Gorak from Shep (5140m) to Everest base camp (5300m) 3-4hrs

Finally we reach our objective today, EBC! We walk further along the rocky terrain alongside the Khumbu glacier to EBC. This pile of rocks sitting at the foot of the infamous Khumbu ice fall in spring is home to some 30 teams (hundreds of climbers and support staff) aspiring to climb Everest. In the afternoon, we’ll take our time inspecting the Khumbu ice fall and visiting the Himalayan Rescue Association. We’ll spend the night at EBC using the camp facilities of Himalayan Ascent’s Everest/Lhotse operation. This is a great opportunity to see firsthand, what it takes to climb an 8000m mountain. During autumn, instead of staying at EBC, we’ll spend a day visiting Ama dablam base camp or simply resting with fantastic views and a good book.

Day 12: Trek from EBC (5300m) to Pheriche (4270m) 7-8hrs

As we trek the undulating glacier trail back to Thukla pass, we look back and around at the snow peaks within this wonderous valley. You can understand why this region attracts so many climbers to this playground of mountains. We continue the downhill trail to Pheriche.

Day 13: Trek from Pheriche (4270m) to Tengboche (3860m) 4-5 hrs

As we descend to lower altitudes, every step you take from here to Lukla, you will feel rejuvenated with increasing oxygen in the air. We have lunch at Pangboche, cross the river and pass through Deboche to reach our destination of Tengboche for the night. Tengboche monastery is famous for hosting the major Buddhist festival, Mani Rimdu, in November. The monastery itself was rebuilt after a fire in 1989. Visitors are allowed to observe prayer time with the monks at mid morning/mid afternoon. This is not to be missed! Also enjoy a cake at the bakery.

Day 14: Trek from Tengboche (3860m) to Monjo (2840m) 6-7 hrs

It’s a big descent from Tengboche to the Dudh Koshi river crossing, followed by a 45 min hike up the otherside heading back to Namche. The trail from here is an easy traverse with familiar sights of Thamserku and the Kongde range. We pause in Namche for lunch before making another big descent back to the valley floor. Crossing over the many suspension bridges in warmer temperatures again, we evenutally break in Monjo for the night.

Day 15: Trek from Monjo (2840m) to Lukla (2840m) 4-5 hrs

Enjoy the sights of the maniwalls around Ghat and other villages, as we make our way back to Lukla. This is our last opportunity to take in the Buddhist culture that has prevailed throughout the trek before returning to the melting pot of cultures found in Kathmandu.

Day 16: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu Overnight in Kathmandu

Early morning fly back to Kathmandu. You have the rest of the day to rest from the trek. A full body massage is highly recommended!

Day 17: Free day - Overnight in Kathmandu

A big free day to catch in some sight seeing, shop, relax and prepare for departure. If you didn’t make it to Bhaktapur or the other durbar squares in Patan/Kathmandu, make sure you don’t miss these world hertiage sites. They provide another viewpoint of Nepal’s diverse culture and ancient architectural talents.

Day 18: Departure

Free time until your flight we will drop you to the airport 3 hrs before your flight time. Approximately 30 mins drive from your hotel. Hope to see you again.