Everest Base Camp Trek – 14 Days

Everest Base Camp

Starting Point: Kathmandu
Ending Point: Kathmandu

Trip Overview

  • Duration: 14 Days
  • Maximum Altitude: 5,364m (Everest Base Camp)
  • Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
  • Best Time to Trek: March-May & September-November

Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m)
Activity: Airport pickup and transfer to the hotel. Briefing about the trek.
Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Kathmandu.
Meals: Breakfast

Day 2: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2,860m) & Trek to Phakding (2,610m)
Flight Duration: 30 minutes
Trekking Time: 3-4 hours
Highlights: Scenic mountain flight, trek along the Dudh Koshi River.
Accommodation: Teahouse.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (BLD).

Day 3: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m)
Trekking Time: 5-6 hours
Highlights: Crossing suspension bridges, stunning views of Thamserku.
Accommodation: Teahouse.
Meals: BLD.

Day 4: Acclimatization Day at Namche Bazaar
Activity: Short hike to Everest View Hotel or Syangboche Airport. Explore Namche Bazaar.
Accommodation: Teahouse.
Meals: BLD.

Day 5: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,867m)
Trekking Time: 5-6 hours
Highlights: Panoramic views of Everest, Ama Dablam, and Nuptse. Visit Tengboche Monastery.
Accommodation: Teahouse.
Meals: BLD.

Day 6: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m)
Trekking Time: 5-6 hours
Highlights: Stunning views of Island Peak and Lhotse.
Accommodation: Teahouse.
Meals: BLD.

Day 7: Acclimatization Day at Dingboche
Activity: Hike to Nagarjun Hill (5,100m) for acclimatization.
Accommodation: Teahouse.
Meals: BLD.

Day 8: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4,910m)
Trekking Time: 5-6 hours
Highlights: Views of Khumbu Glacier and memorials for climbers.
Accommodation: Teahouse.
Meals: BLD.

Day 9: Trek from Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5,164m) & Everest Base Camp (5,364m)
Trekking Time: 7-8 hours (round trip)
Highlights: Reach Everest Base Camp, see Khumbu Icefall.
Accommodation: Teahouse.
Meals: BLD.

Day 10: Hike to Kala Patthar (5,545m) & Trek back to Pheriche (4,371m)
Trekking Time: 7-8 hours
Highlights: Sunrise over Everest from Kala Patthar.
Accommodation: Teahouse.
Meals: BLD.

Day 11: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Trekking Time: 6-7 hours
Highlights: Retrace steps with stunning scenery.
Accommodation: Teahouse.
Meals: BLD.

Day 12: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Trekking Time: 6-7 hours
Highlights: Final day of trekking.
Accommodation: Teahouse.
Meals: BLD.

Day 13: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
Flight Duration: 30 minutes
Activity: Transfer to hotel and rest. Optional souvenir shopping.
Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Kathmandu.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 14: Departure from Kathmandu
Activity: Airport drop-off. End of the trip.
Meals: Breakfast.

Inclusions from price
Airport pick-up and drop-off.
Two nights of hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (with breakfast).
Domestic flights (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu).
Trekking permits (Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit & TIMS Card).
Accommodation in teahouses during the trek.
Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) during the trek.
Experienced, English-speaking guide and porter (1 porter for 2 trekkers).
First aid kit and emergency support.
All government taxes and service charges.

Exclusions from price
International airfare to/from Kathmandu.
Nepal entry visa.
Meals in Kathmandu (except breakfast).
Personal expenses (snacks, beverages, tips, laundry, etc.).
Travel insurance (mandatory, covering high-altitude trekking and evacuation).
Equipment rental (if needed).
Additional expenses due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., flight delays).
Tips for guides and porters (recommended).