Everest Base Camp Trek

Day 1: Fly to Lukla 2,830 m and walk to Phakding 2,640 m - 04 hrs.

1. Lukla
   Pass by
   Transfer to Lukla by morning flight. Enjoy a 30-minute scenic flight with great Himalayan views. After landing at Tenzing-Hillary Airport, embark on a pleasant 3-4 hour downhill trek through Sherpa villages and terraced fields, reaching our lodge in Phakding by day's end.

Day 2: Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,440 m - 06 hrs.

1. 2 days
   Today's journey to Namche Bazaar is a long one. We'll start with a gradual walk along the river, crossing several bridges until we reach the Sagarmatha National Park entrance near Monjo village. Sagarmatha means 'Everest' in Nepali, and Sherpas call it Chomolungma, which translates to 'Great Mother' in both languages.

Day 3: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and excursion.

1. Namche Bazaar
   12h
   A rest and a free day at Namche Bazaar for proper and necessary acclimatization at this great height of above 3,440 m high before heading higher ground, at Namche spend the day with scenic hike around and browsing the streets and shops, Namche holds a colorful and busy Saturday Market every week.

Day 4: Trek to Tengboche Monastery 3,867 m - 05 hrs

1. Tengboche
   8h
   We begin our trek to Tengboche via Phunki. The trek until Phunki is not very difficult. After reaching Phunki we will ascend towards the biggest monastery which is Tengboche Monastery which lies in Tengboche village. The UNESCO world heritage site Sagarmatha National Park is also located here; we can enjoy the beautiful panoramic views of the Himalayas which the monastery is blessed with. The Himalayas including Mt.Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku can be viewed from here. We will be staying overnight in Tengboche.

Day 5: Trek to Dingboche 4,260 m - 05hrs.

1. Dingboche
   8h
   Morning walk leads to pleasant downhill for an hour to a bridge, where tree lines stops for short juniper and rhododendron bushes known as azalea facing dramatic change in landscapes.
   Heading higher up to the last permanent village at Pangboche, from here onwards are temporary settlement to cater the needs of trekkers at Dingboche, Lobuche and Gorakshep areas.
   As the trek progress reaching at Somare and then on windswept country to reach a bridge following the Imjatse River, with last climb to enter into beautiful Imjatse valley surrounded with famous peaks Amadablam-Lhotse with views of Island peaks towards east.
   The last leg of the day brings you at Dingboche, a summer settlement with barley and buck wheat field within its patch of stone walls to keep the animals off from grazing.

Day 6: At Dingboche with rest day for acclimatization

1. Dingboche
   12h
   Dingboche is our acclimatization stop which is located in Chukung Valley. After having breakfast we will trek towards Chukung valley which is not very difficult. We will have our lunch here. This valley is famous for remarkable views of mountains such as Makalu, Lhotse, Chalotse, and Ama Dablam. Moreover, we will also get to see the beautifully arranged fields with stone walls in order to protect the seasonal crops from cold winds and grazing animals. After this remarkable short trek, we will then go back to Dingboche. We will have our dinner here and our overnight stay will be on Dingboche.

Day 7: Trek to Lobuche 4,930 m - 05 hrs.

1. 12h
   Morning start with short climb on top a ridge with Buddhist prayer monuments and then on nice gradual path with slow up as the walk leads with excellent mountain views to reach a small place at Thugla for lunch.
   
   Here Khumbu glacier melts into a raging river, this where path from Pheriche and Dingboche joins after a rest and refreshing stop, walk follows with steep climb for an hour to Thugla pass, where you can find witness memorials of unfortunate climbers who have died climbing on Mt. Everest, Lhotse or other high mountains.
   
   From this isolated spot, walk on gradual path to reach at Lobuche for overnight stop.

Day 8: Trek to Everest Base Camp 5,364 m and return to Gorakshep 5,180 m - 06 hrs.

1. Everest Base Camp
   12m · Admission ticket included
   Today walk leads to our main highlight of the adventure at Everest Base Camp, walk carries on for few hours with short steep climb in between over glacier and moraine, reaching at Gorakshep, beneath lofty peak of Pumori and Kalapathar.
   
   Walk continues towards Everest Base Camp over moraine and ice to reach at base camp, here enjoy the view of tumbling and notorious Khumbu Ice Fall and glaciers.
   
   After a marvelous and exciting time with adventure of a lifetime experience retrace the journey back to Gorakshep for overnight stop.

Day 9: Hike to Kalapathar 5,545 m trek to Pheriche 4,240m - 05 hrs.

1. 8h
   Morning a steep uphill hike to reach on top of Kalapathar at 5,545 meters, highest point of the adventure with fabulous and unique views of mountains includes Mt. Everest at its closest.
   
   After a great thrill with sweeping views descend back to Gorakshep and continue walk up to Thugla, from here on downhill to Pheriche within windy valley.
   
   A nice scenic walk leads you all the way to Pheriche for overnight stop with many good lodges and a health post of HRA (Himalayan Rescue Association).

Day 10: Pheriche to Namche Bazar 6-7 hrs. 3440m

1. Namche Bazaar
   8h
   Gateway to Everest

Day 11: Namche Bazaar to Lukla 6-7 hrs.

1. Lukla
   10h
   Last stop for Everest Base Camp

Day 12: Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to respective hotels.

1. Lukla
   8h
   Fly back to Kathmandu

Pickup details

The driver or guide will be waiting in the waiting area of TIA, holding a banner displaying your name with "Annapurna Encounter Pvt. Ltd." at the top.

• 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