Everest Base Camp Trek – 14 Days

Enjoy an exciting journey across the Khumbu region’s trails with the stunning vistas of mountain peaks and the world’s highest peak, Mt. Everest.

The Everest Base Camp trek combines the convenience of well-maintained paths with the raw beauty of the Himalayas. The Everest region, located in the lap of the mighty Himalayas, is recognized for its beautiful scenery and welcoming Sherpa people. This adventure not only brings you to the base of the world’s highest peak but also immerses you in the rich culture and traditions of Nepal.  

The 14 day Everest Base Camp trek will take you to a height of roughly 5,364 meters. It provides panoramic views of many 8,000-meter-high summits. You can witness the incredible view of Pumori, Lhotse, Nuptse, Lobuche, and other peaks, as well as the iconic Mt Everest itself.

The EBC trek journey begins with a breathtaking 35-minute flight from Kathmandu to Lukla in the month of (January, February, June, July, August and December) or a 20 minutes flight from Manthali/Ramechhap to Lukla including a 5 to 6 hours drive from Kathmandu to Manthali in the month of March, April, May, October and November.

The Mount Everest Base Camp trek begins and ends in Lukla. The journey starts along the Dudh Koshi River’s bank, passing through the Sagarmatha National Park on the way to Namche Bazaar. Namche is the main trading point in the Everest region, also popularly known as an acclimatization destination for Everest region treks.

The walk is challenging, but the beautiful scenery of verdant forests, farmland, hills, and mountains will inspire you to keep going. We will depart Namche Bazaar after a day of acclimatization and continue our trek to Tengboche.

Upon arriving, we visit the renowned Tengboche Monastery. We will continue our walk to Dingboche and eventually to Lobuche from here. During the hike, you will be able to see Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Ama Dablam, and many more peaks.

Continuing the journey, we hike to Gorak Shep and walk alongside the Khumbu Glacier until we reach mount Everest base camp. The Khumbu Glacier, the world’s deepest glacier, can also be seen from the Everest base camp. We then return to Gorak Shep to spend the night.

The following day, we hike up Kala Patthar, where we can see the sunrise over Mt. Everest and other peaks. After observing the scenery for a while, we return to Gorak Shep before descending to Pheriche Village.

We retrace our steps to Tengboche, passing through the lush forests of rhododendron and juniper, and continue to Namche. Once in Lukla, a flight back to Kathmandu concludes the EBC trek in Nepal.

EBC Trek Highlights

• Embark on a journey to the base of mighty Mt. Everest – Everest Base Camp.
• Captivating aerial views of the Himalayas en route to Lukla.
• Experience the wilderness of Sagarmatha National Park.
• Discover Namche Bazaar, the gateway and cultural heart of the Everest region.
• Immerse in the lively culture and tradition of the Sherpa community.
• Great perspectives of the mountain range from the highest-placed hotel – Hotel Everest View.
• Visit the oldest monastery in the Everest region, Tengboche Monastery. 
• Get a glimpse of the Khumbu glacier and Khumbu icefall.
• Picturesque trek to Kala Patthar (5,555 m) and Nangkartshang Peak (5,083 m).
• Spectacular views of Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Thamserku, Cho Oyu, and many more.

Short Itinerary

Day 01 : Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,593 ft) and transfer to hotel. Overnight at a 3-star hotel.

Day 02 : Fly to Lukla (2,840 m/9,318 ft) from Kathmandu – 35 minutes or drive to Manthali/Ramechhap (474 m/1,555 ft) by shared tourist vehicle – 5 to 6 hours and a 20 minutes flight to Lukla, and then trek to Phakding (2,610 m/8,563 ft) – 3 to 4 hours. Overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 03 : Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,286 ft) from Phakding – 5 to 6 hours. Overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 04 : Acclimatization Day at Namche (3,440 m/11,286 ft). Hike to Hotel Everest View (3,880 m/12,730 ft) and back – 4 to 5 hours. Overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 05 : Trek to Tengboche (3,860 m/12,664 ft) from Namche Bazaar – 5 to 6 hours. Overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 06 : Trek to Dingboche (4,410 m/14,469 ft) from Tengboche – 5 to 6 hours. Overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 07 : Acclimatization Day. Hike to Nangkartsang Peak (5,083 m/16,676 ft) and back – 4 to 5 hours. Overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 08 : Trek to Lobuche (4,910 m/16,109 ft) from Dingboche – 5 to 6 hours. Overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 09 : Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m/17,598 ft) and then back to Gorak Shep (5,190 m/17,028 ft) – 8 to 9 hours. Overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 10 : Early morning Hike to Kala Patthar (5,555 m/18,225 ft) and then, descend to Pheriche (4,240 m/13,911 ft) – 7 to 8 hours. Overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 11 : Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,286 ft) from Pheriche – 7 to 8 hours. Overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 12 : Trek to Lukla (2,840 m/9,318 ft) from Namche Bazaar – 7 to 8 hours. Overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 13 : Fly back to Kathmandu – 35 minutes or Manthali/Ramechhap – 20 minutes from Lukla and same day drive to Kathmandu by shared tourist vehicle – 5 to 6 hours. Overnight at a 3-star hotel.

Day 14 : Transfer to the International Airport for your final departure.

 Lukla flight information

We would like to inform you regarding the Lukla flight details which may affect your itinerary. During peak seasons, (including March, April, May, September, October and November) the flight to Lukla will be operated from Ramechhap/Manthali due to air traffic expansion in Kathmandu, which is about a 5 to 6-hour drive from Kathmandu. Whereas, during nonpeak seasons, (including January, February, June, July, August and December) the flight is operated from Kathmandu.

Please be aware that the decision regarding the operation of flights solely depends on the airline and is influenced by the volume of travelers during the specific month.

Unpleasant weather conditions, congested traffic in the Airport, unmanaged runway, topographical difficulties, etc., are the significant reasons for Lukla flight delay/cancellation. Therefore, if you intend on trekking in the land of Everest region, arranging additional one or two days in your trip is highly preferable. This will help in case of flight delay/cancellation and thus board on the pre-planned international flight.

Inclusions in the EBC Trek Cost

Accommodation

• Twin-sharing/double accommodation in a 3-star hotel for 2 nights in Kathmandu including breakfast (Private room accommodation can be organized at an extra cost)
• Twin-sharing guesthouse accommodation during the trek for 11 nights in the Everest Region with attached toilets in Lukla, Phakding & Namche

Meals & Drinking Water

• All your standard meals during the trek (11 Breakfasts, 11 Lunches and 11 Dinners) including one hot drink and seasonal fruits
• A farewell dinner on the last night in Nepal
• Purified drinking water during the trek using Water Filter or water purification tablets.

Transportation & Domestic Flight

• All (international and domestic) airport transfers on a tourist vehicle
• Round-trip airfare between Kathmandu/Manthali and Lukla
• Kathmandu – Manthali – Kathmandu transportation by shared tourist vehicle

Guide and Staff

• Experienced, first-aid trained, government licensed, English speaking, and locally recruited Hikefree Nepal trekking guide (2 guides for group size more than 7 people)
• Porters during the trek for carrying luggage (1 porter for every 2 clients)
• Wages, accommodation, meals, gear, insurance and medications for all staff

Permits

• Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park Permit
• Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality fee
• TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) card

Benefits and Takeaways

• 1 Hikefree Nepal duffel/kit bag, trekking map, sun hat, Buff (Neck Gaiter)
• A comprehensive first aid kit, including an Oximeter to check pulse and oxygen levels daily in the mountains
• Trip completion certificate

Administrative & Taxes

• All administrative expenses and government taxes

Price Excludes

• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu

• International flight fare and airport departure tax
• Nepal Entry Visa (Visa can be acquired easily after your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu with a fee of USD 30 for 15 days visa, USD 50 for 30 days visa and USD 125 for 90 days visa)

• Travel insurance along with high-altitude emergency evacuation coverage

• Any beverages including bottled and boiled water

• Tips to trekking staff and driver

• Personal trekking gear and equipment
• Any expenses other than the Price Include section

Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel

Day 02: Fly to Lukla from Kathmandu or drive to Manthali/Ramechhap & flight to Lukla and then trek to Phakding

Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar from Phakding

Day 04: Acclimatization Day at Namche. Hike to Hotel Everest View and back

Day 05 : Trek to Tengboche from Namche Bazaar

Day 06: Trek to Dingboche from Tengboche

Day 07: Acclimatization Day. Hike to Nangkartsang Peak and back

Day 08: Trek to Lobuche from Dingboche

Day 09: Trek to Everest Base Camp and then back to Gorak Shep

Day 10: Morning Hike to Kala Patthar and then, Descend to Pheriche

Day 11: Trek to Namche Bazaar from Pheriche

Day 12: Trek to Lukla from Namche Bazaar

Day 13: Flight back to Kathmandu or Manthali/Ramechhap from Lukla and same day drive to Kathmandu

Day 14: Transfer to the International Airport for your Final Departure

Packing List for Everest Base Camp Trek

Here is a list of what you might want to pack for the Everest base camp hike. Please take this as a starting point. You’ll need layers of warmer clothing during the winter.

We provide a 75 liter duffel bag for you to use for the trek. It will be given to you during your pre-trip meeting in Kathmandu. The duffle bag is yours to keep. Also, you can rent sleeping bag and down jacket with us at the additional fee of USD 35 for each once you are in Kathmandu.

General

• Four-season (zero degree) sleeping bag (We have rental sleeping bags available for an additional USD 35)
• Sleeping bag liner
• Puffy down jacket (We have rental jackets available for an additional USD 35)
• Daypack (35-45 liters recommended) with rain cover

Upper Body

• Sun hat or cap (We’ll provide you with a free Hikefree Nepal baseball cap.)
• Knitted hat/Beanie
• Scarf/Neck Gaiter/Buff (highly recommended)
• Headlamp
• Sunglasses

Torso

• Technical fabric base layer (light for warmer months, heavy for colder months)
• Technical fabric short (2) and long sleeve (2) shirts
• Waterproof, windproof shell
• Fleece jacket or pullover

Lower Body

• Technical fabric base layer (light for warmer months, heavy for colder months)
• Hiking pants (2)
• Comfortable pants for inside the teahouses
• Waterproof, windproof shell
• Hiking shorts

Hands

• Wool or technical fabric liner gloves
• Hard-shell outer gloves (insulated for colder months)

Feet

• Wool or technical fabric warm socks
• Hiking socks
• Liner socks (optional such as silk)
• Trekking/hiking boots (waterproof recommended)
• Ice Cleats /Micro Spikes (For trekking from November to March, it’s recommended to include Ice Cleats/ Micro Spikes to prevent slipping on icy or wet surfaces.)
• Casual shoes
• Gaiters (lightweight for dust or heavy for snow in colder months)

Undergarments

Note: The quantity of each article of clothing can be adjusted to suit the preferences of each participant.

• Technical fabric/quick drying is best for underwear (opportunities to launder during the trip)
• Sports bras (women)
• Pajamas or sleeping clothes

First Aid Kits and Medications

• (Note: Guides carry medications and first aid kits during the trip. However, personal kits and medications are highly recommended.)
• Sunscreen
• Lip balm
• ointment
• Cough Syrup (recommend for Khumbu Cough)
• Mosquito repellent cream (for Kathmandu and Phakding)

Other Essentials

• Passport
• Extra copies of passport-sized photos
• Reusable water bottle
• Toiletry kits
• Water purification tablets or UV water purifier (if you plan to treat water)
• Hydration bladder
• Towel
• Pillowcase
• Toilet paper (2 rolls)
• High protein snacks (such as protein bars or nuts)
• Waterproof/dry bags for carrying important documents and money
• Airline tickets (Please leave a copy at our office in Kathmandu. This can be useful if there is a change in the date of the flight.)
• Earplugs
• Trekking poles

Optional

Once you are in Nepal, you have the option to purchase supplies and gear for hiking if you have spare time. Our guide will assist you in buying the equipment. Thamel, which is Kathmandu’s tourist hub, offers a wide range of trekking equipment at affordable prices. 

• Power bank or extra batteries
• Cameras and mobile phone
• Cards/book
• Binoculars
• Pee bottle/ pee funnel for women
• Whistle
• Thermos for hot water
• Comb

• We give you a free duffel bag and baseball cap during your pre-trip meeting in Kathmandu. The duffel bag will be used to pack your trekking supplies.
• For every two participants, we assign one porter. The duffel bag, which should weigh around 10 kg/22 lbs, will be carried by the porter throughout the walk.
• To carry your daily necessities like cash, crucial papers, a water bottle or bladder, a camera, toiletries, sunscreen, a notebook, clothing, etc., you must have your own daypack (with a waterproof cover).
• You can store your luggage (non- trekking items) at the hotel in Kathmandu.
• Total luggage allotment allowance for the Kathmandu-Lukla flight is 15 Kg/33 lbs including both duffel (10 Kg/22 lbs.) and backpack (5 Kg/11 lbs.)
• Down jacket with a hood is a must for altitudes above 4,000 m to keep warm. You can rent a down jacket for USD 35. Please note that in case of loss or damage, you need to reimburse the cost of USD 200 per item.
• You can rent a 4-season sleeping bag for USD 35. Please note that in case of loss or damage, you need to reimburse the cost of USD 200 per item.

Note: Some clothing, especially form-fitting, figure-hugging items made of elastic material (like yoga pants), may offend locals. Therefore, if you choose to wear these clothes for comfort, please make sure to wear something over them.