Everest Base Camp trek 11 days

5.0 (5 reviews) Kathmandu, Nepal
Duration11 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

1.Reach Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) and stand at the foot of the world’s highest mountain.
2.Spectacular Himalayan views including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and many other majestic peaks.
3.Sunrise from Kala Patthar (5,545 m) offering the best close-up view.
4.Experience Sherpa culture

Experience the stunning mountain views of Sagarmatha national park on a 11 days challenging Everest base camp trek. Get the most out of the trek by discovering the mountains, glaciers, lakes, vegetations and wildlife symbolic to this park. Our guide will enrich you with interesting geographic and biodiversity details during the trek. Enjoy the warm Nepalese hospitality in the Sherpa villages that empowers you to conquer the high altitudes. Rejoice yourself with the spirit of adventure. Join the most rewarding trekking trip on the planet.

Early morning climbing Kalapathar 5550m will give you opportunity to have breathtaking view of world's tallest mountain Everest 8848 m and more.

What's included

  • Airport pick up/ drop in comfortable private vehicle
  • All govt and local taxes.
  • Domestic flights Kathmandu to Lukla & Lukla to Kathmandu
  • Tea House accommodation during the trek, private room
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • All necessary paperwork, sagarmatha national park permit & other required permit
  • One English speaking, highly experienced trekking guide with government-license
  • Personal expenses,Hot & Cold drinks, bottled water,Hot shower
  • Personal trekking equipment
  • Entrance fees in sightseeing points in kathmandu
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Tips and appreciation for trekking staff and drivers
  • Porters to carry luggage

What to expect

Day 1: Kathmandu to Phakding (2,651m/8,700ft) : 3-4 hours
  1. 4h · Admission ticket included
    Early morning after breakfast you will take a flight to Lukla. On the flight you can see sky scraping Himalaya range on the north. After 40 minutes of flight you will reach Lukla and start descending trek to Cheplung village from where you will get the first glance of virgin mountain Khumbila. You will trek further to Phakding for overnight stay.
    Also meeting at office Trek Around Himalayas about briefing program.

    www.trekaroundhimalayas.com
Day 2: Phakding to Namche Bazar (3,438m/11,280ft) : 5-6 hours
  1. Mount Everest
    6h · Admission ticket not included
    Today you will trek along Dudhkoshi and Bhotekoshi river crossing several suspension bridges. If lucky you may get first glimpse of mount Everest and Lhotse while trekking up to Namchebazar. Through the pine forest you will get to Namchebazar for overnight stay.
Day 3: Rest Day or Acclimatization day
  1. Irish Pub
    5h · Admission ticket included
    A very bright and beautiful day at Sherpa village. For acclimatization you will stroll around the village while gazing at the stunning views of mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Kongde , Thamserku and many more.
Day 4: Namche Bazar to Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft) : 5-6 hours
  1. Mount Everest
    6h · Admission ticket included
    Today you will trek down to Dudhkoshi river through rhododendron forest and climb up to Tengboche. You will visit Tengboche monastery and take pictures of mount Everest and Amadablam.
Day 5: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360m/14,300ft) : 5-6 hours
  1. Mount Everest
    6h · Admission ticket included
    Your trek continues through Birch, Pine and Rhododendron forest to Devuche where you will cross Imja river. After then you will trek up through Pangboche village enjoying beautiful landscapes and stunning mountain views. You will stay overnight in Dingboche.
Day 6: Dingboche to Lobuche (4,940m/16,207ft) : 5-6 hours
  1. Mount Everest
    5h · Admission ticket included
    Today is a steep ascending trek to Dughla and Chupki Lhara along side of Khumbu Glacier moraine. As your approach Lobuche valley the trail flattens. You will stay overnight in louche surrounded by tall and bold mountains.
Day 7: Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,170m/16,961ft) : 6-7 hours
  1. Mount Everest
    6h · Admission ticket included
    Today you will trek through rocky dunes, streams and moraine. You will get to Gorakshep drop your bags at the hotel and hike up to Kala Patthar. The air is thin and trekking is strenuous but all the effort is supplemented by the mystic view of world’s tallest mountain standing bold just in front of the eyes. You will take epic photographs and make lifetime memorable moments.
Day 8: Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp and Pheriche (4,288m/14,070ft) : 7-8 hours
  1. Mount Everest
    7h · Admission ticket included
    Early in the morning you will trek to Everest Base Camp through glacier moraine. This is start point for climbing mount Everest. After spending some time at basecamp you will trek back to Gorakshep carry your backpack and start trekking back to Pheriche. The trail is now fairly easy descend, by now we will have gained so much visions and energy for coming days in your hometown. Finally you will get to Pheriche for a warm and heavy dinner.
Day 9: Pheriche to Namche Bazar (3,440m/11,280ft) : 6-7 hours
  1. Mount Everest
    6h · Admission ticket included
    You will start trekking back via Dingboche and Tengboche with more realization. As you trek through beautiful forest of dancing birds and butterflies you will feel more refreshed and energized. After crossing river Dudh Koshi you will ascend up to Namche Bazaar gazing at the treasures of Sagarmatha national park. You will stay overnight at Namche Bazaar celebrating and sharing all the beautiful moments of the trek.
Day 10: Namche to Lukla (2,860m/9,186ft) : 6-7 hours
  1. Mount Everest
    6h · Admission ticket included
    Early morning after breakfast you will descend down to river Dudhkoshi, cross several tributaries. Along the way you can see many Sherpa settlements and the busy trail with tourists, people and animals. You will get to Lukla for overnight stay.
Day 11: Lukla to Kathmandu
  1. 35m · Admission ticket included
    You will take an early morning flight to Kathmandu and drive to your hotel. You have option to relax or stroll out in the city doing range of activities. At the end of the day you will have a farewell dinner party from the company.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pick up can be arranged from the airport on arrival day, from your hotel, and our office Trek Around Himalayas in Paknajol Thamel on departure day.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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