Everest Base Camp Drive In Drive Out Trek

Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Kharikhola (2,257 m/ 7,404 ft) by 4WD – 12 to 13 hrs

1. 12h
   We will pick you up early in the morning and start the drive to Kharikhola in a 4WD. It will take us 12/13 hours depending upon the traffic and the road condition. The road until Salleri is paved in concrete. This section of the drive lasts for about 8 to 9 hours. From Salleri to Kharikhola, the 4WD goes through dirt road. The ride is bumpy. It lasts for about 3 to 4 hours. This particular section from Salleri to Jubing gets affected by the monsoon, so vehicles can use this part only in dry seasons. On our long drive through the Himalayan foothills, we will be greeted with splendid views.

Day 2: Trek from Kharikhola to Paiyun (2,760 m/9,053 ft) – 5 to 6 hrs

1. 12h
   From Kharikhola, it is around a seven-hour walk to Paiyun. We will go down to the Dudh Koshi River. The trail is mostly ups and downs. We will see mountain peaks such as Numbur, Pikey, etc along the way.

Day 3: Trek from Paiyun to Phakding (2,610 m/8,561 ft)– 6 to 7 hrs

1. Phakding
   12h
   We will descend down to Surkhe village, which is an hour or so behind Lukla. From Surkhe, we will take a winding trail and arrive at Choplung. This is a point where the path from Lukla meets the main Everest Base Camp trail. After a few hours of gradual walking, we will reach our destination village of Phakding.

Day 4: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,441 m/11,286 ft) – 5 to 6 hours

1. Namche Bazaar
   12h
   Today, we walk the trails along the Dudh Koshi river towards the Sherpa Capital Namche Bazaar. It is the administrative hub of the Everest Region. You will also cross the infamous Hillary bridge along the trails uphill to Namche.

Day 5: Acclimatization at Namche (3,441 m/ 11,289 ft). Hike to Hotel Everest View (3,880 m /12,730 ft)

1. Namche Bazaar
   4h
   Acclimatization hike to Hotel Everest View takes about 3 to 4 hours and is very essential to get accustomed to the high altitude trekking days ahead.

Day 6: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,860 m/12,664 ft) – 5 to 6 hours

1. Tengboche
   12h
   The trails right out of Namche are easy up to Phungi Thanga where we stop for lunch. Then an uphill trek takes you to Tengboche. You can spend time here exploring the famous Tengboche Monastry.

Day 7: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,350 m/14,272 ft) – 5 to 6 hours

1. Dingboche
   12h
   Today, we trek down to Deboche through a beautiful Rhododendron forest. From there, we trek through beautiful trails to Dingboche.

Day 8: Acclimatization Day. Hike to Nangkartsang Peak (5,083 m/16,676 ft) – 4 to 5 hours

1. Dingboche
   5h
   Today we have another day of acclimatization on the trek. We hike to Nangkartshang peak from where you see an amazing 360 degree view of the mountains.

Day 9: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4,910 m /16,109 ft) – 5 to 6 hours

1. 12h
   We start our trek leaving behind Dingboche towards Thukla. Crossing the Thukla Pass, you will come across the memorial site in honor of many fallen Everest climbers. Then, we continue our trek to Lobuche.

Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,365 m/17,602 ft) and then back to Gorak Shep (5,180 m/16,995 ft) – 8 to 9 hours

1. 12h
   The trails out of Lobuche are mesmerizing as we walk below the Himalayan giants. We reach Gorakshep for lunch and continue our trek to make it to Everest Base Camp. We trek back to Gorakshep for the day.

Day 11: Early morning Hike to Kala Patthar (5,555 m/18,225 ft) and descend to Pheriche (4,200 m/13,780 ft) – 7 to 8 hours

1. 8h
   Early morning, we hike to Kalapatthar to witness the splendid view of sunrise over Mount Everest. After breakfast, we start our trek back and end the trek for the day back at Pheriche.

Day 12: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,441 m/ 11,289 ft) – 6 to 7 hours

1. Namche Bazaar
   8h
   We descend down to the town of Namche from Pheriche crossing Pangboche, Deboche, and Tengboche.

Day 13: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,804 m/9,199 ft) – 6 to 7 hours

1. Namche Bazaar
   12h
   At first, we walk down the last part which we climbed so hard on the day when we reached Namche Bazaar on the way up. Then it is an easy walk to Phakding where we will have our lunch. From this point, the trail slowly climbs towards Lukla where we rest for the day.

Day 14: Trek from Lukla to Kharikhola (2,257 m/ 7,404 ft)) – 6 to 7 hrs

1. Lukla
   12h
   Most treks in the Everest region ends here with a flight back from Lukla. However, in this drive-trek, we will make our way back to Kharikhola which is roughly 6 to 7 hours of downhill trek.

Day 15: Drive to Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,593 ft) by 4WD

1. Kathmandu
   12h
   The trek ends and we drive back to Kathmandu the same route through Salleri. Once you are back in Kathmandu, we drop you off at your hotel where can take a much needed rest.
   
   In the evening, we host a farewell dinner in a fine restaurant.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• The price is for 1 person based on two people booking. It is also valid for a single person booking. However, if we don't have an existing group for your chosen departure date or anyone to share the accommodation with you, a single surcharge of USD 200 is applicable which you need to pay upon your arrival in Nepal. At the time of booking, we will inform you if we have a group or not for your date. The single surcharge is also applicable if you don't want to join any group and want a solo departure.