Everest Basecamp Trek

Duration: 
15 Days
Altitude: 
5,550m (18,204ft)
Difficulty: 
Strenuous
Holiday Style: 
Lodge to lodge Trek
Starts/Ends: 
In Kathmandu

Holiday Overview

Everest Basecamp Trek

Everest Basecamp Trek is the most popular trekking in Nepal mainly due to unrivaled mountain sceneries, unique Sherpa culture, and ancient monasteries. Thus, Everest region is also known as the land of mountains and Monasteries.

The trek to Everest is perhaps the world’s most famous trek, and it offers an opportunity to see four eight-thousanders namely Mt. Everest (8848.86m), Mt. Lhotse (8516m), Mt. Makalu (8463m) and Mt. Cho Oyu (8188m). Himalayan scenery is nowhere more spectacular than in the Everest region.

Everest region is the perfect trekking destination for those looking for perfect trekking trails, highly developed infrastructures, and breathtaking views of towering mountains.

Everest Basecamp Trek is one of the best treks that Everest region has to offer. The trek begins with an exciting mountain flight to Lukla, which offers breathtaking views of high mountains including Mt. Everest, the tallest mountain in the world. The trail goes pass several traditional Sherpa villages and highly revered monasteries.

 

Everest Basecamp Trek Highlights

  • Magnificent mountain views
  • Picturesque landscape
  • Ancient monasteries
  • Authentic Sherpa culture

Everest Basecamp Trek

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Holiday Summary

  • Day 1 - International Arrival in Kathmandu
  • Day 2 - Holiday briefing and city sightseeing
  • Day 3/13 - On the trek
  • Day 14 - Return to Kathmandu
  • Day 15 - Trip concludes and international departure

Day-to-day Brief Itinerary

Day 1: 
Arrival in Kathmandu
( Altitude: 1,350m, Duration: 45 minutes )
Duration: 
45 minutes
Altitude: 
1,350m
Destination: 
Kathmandu International
Visit Kailash representative welcomes you with flower garland and drinking water in Kathmandu airport then immediate transfer to the hotel. He / She will deliver a short briefing on immediate and further arrangements. Check in to the hotel, Trek briefing.
Day 2: 
Explore World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu
( Altitude: 1,350m, Duration: 3-4 hours )
Duration: 
3-4 hours
Altitude: 
1,350m
Destination: 
Kathmandu
Our tour guide will take you to the some of major cultural and historical sites of the Kathmandu Valley.
Day 3: 
Fly to Lukla and trek and to Phakding
( Altitude: 2,610m, Duration: 3-4 hours )
Duration: 
3-4 hours
Altitude: 
2,610m
Destination: 
Phakding
We will fly to Lukla by the earliest flight. The flight to Lukla offers magnificent views of high mountains including Mt. Everest, the highest mountain in the world. After arriving at the Lukla airport, we will meet our porters and commence trekking to Phakding (2,640m). The trail is gentle and goes pass several traditional Sherpa villages.
Day 4: 
Trek to Namche Bazaar
( Altitude: 3,440m , Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
3,440m
Destination: 
Namche Bazaar
After having breakfast and enjoying morning mountain views, we will commence our trekking to Namche Bazaar. We will have lunch stoppage at Monjo and then we will continue walking to Namche Bazaar. The trail starts ascending sharply straight after crossing the highest suspension bridge on Imja Khola. If weather is clear, we will see the Mt. Everest and Taboche peak from half way to Namche.
Day 5: 
Explore best of Namche Bazaar
( Altitude: 3,440m, Duration: 2-3 hours )
Duration: 
2-3 hours
Altitude: 
3,440m
Destination: 
Namche Bazaar
It is essential to spend an extra day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization. We will spend hike to Everest View Point to see Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Thamserku and Kusumkanguru. After lunch, explore Namche Bazaar.
Day 6: 
Trek to Tengboche
( Altitude: 3,860m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
3,860m
Destination: 
Tengboche
So, after enjoying morning mountain views and having breakfast, we will start trekking to Tengboche. The trail gently descends down to Phungi Tanga where we will stop for lunch After having lunch at Phungi Tanga, we will start ascending to the Tengboche Monastery, one of the highly revered monasteries in the Everest region. After settling at the local lodge and having tea, we will visit the Tengboche monastery.
Day 7: 
Trek to Dingboche
( Altitude: 4,420m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
4,420m
Destination: 
Dingboche
Mountain views seen from Tengboche is magnificent. The views seen from here include views of Mt. Ama Dablam and some other beautiful mountains. After enjoying mountain views and having breakfast, we will commence trekking to Dingboche. We will stop for the lunch at Sommare.
Day 8: 
Trek to Lobuche
( Altitude: 4,920m, Duration: 4-5 hours )
Duration: 
4-5 hours
Altitude: 
4,920m
Destination: 
Lobuche
After breakfast, we will start walking to Lobuche. The trail gently climbs to Thukla where we will stop for lunch. The trail sharply climbs to Thukla Pass where memorials of various climbers have been placed. The Mt. Pumori starts appearing once we walk pass Thukla. The trail is gentle all the way to Lobuche after Thukla.
Day 9: 
Trek to GoarakShepp& hike to Everest Basecamp (5,365m)
( Altitude: 5,180m, Duration: 6-7 hours )
Duration: 
6-7 hours
Altitude: 
5,180m
Destination: 
GorakShepp
Mountain views become dramatic and mountains start looking much closer since we will be surrounded by high mountains. We will reach Gorak Shepp at the lunch time. After having lunch, we will hike to Everest Basecamp (EBC) to see Khumbu Icefall and Khumbu glacier. After enjoying glacier and icefall views, we will return to Gorak Shepp for night haul.
Day 10: 
Hike to Kala Pattar (5,550m) & trek to Pheriche
( Altitude: 4,210m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
4,210m
Destination: 
Pheriche
Before breakfast, we will hike to Kala Pattar for close-up views of Mt. Everest and Mt. Pumori and sunrise. After enjoying morning mountain views and sunrise, we will return to Gorak Shepp for breakfast and then trek to Pheriche to spend overnight.
Day 11: 
Trek to Kyangjuma
( Altitude: 3,610m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
3,610m
Destination: 
Kyangjuma
After having breakfast, we will descend down to Tengboche for Lunch. After lunch, we will trek to Kyangjuma.
Day 12: 
Trek to Phakding
( Altitude: 2,610m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
2,610m
Destination: 
Phakding
After having breakfast and enjoying mountain views, we will trek to Phakding.
Day 13: 
Trek to Lukla
( Altitude: 2,610m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
2,610m
Destination: 
Lukla
After breakfast, we will start descending to Lukla. After lunch, we will explore Lukla Bazaar
Day 14: 
Fly to Kathmandu
( Altitude: 1,350m, Duration: 30 minutes )
Duration: 
30 minutes
Altitude: 
1,350m
Destination: 
Kathmandu
We will fly to Kathmandu after breakfast.
Day 15: 
International departure
Visit Kailash Treks will provide a private vehicle for the airport transfers.

What's Included

  • All ground transfers as specified in the itinerary
  • Kathmandu hotel accommodation on twin sharing basis with breakfast
  • Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flight fares
  • Local lodge accommodation during the trek on BB Plan.
  • Trek permit and all other necessary documents
  • An experienced English-speaking trek leader (trekking guide) and porters to carry luggage ( 1 porter for 2 trekkers) including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food, and lodging
  • First Aid Medical kit
  • Visit Kailash Treks’ duffel bag

What's not Included

  • Nepal visa fee
  • International flight fares from/to home
  • Travel and medical insurance, which must cover the cost of emergency land/air evacuation
  • Lunch and dinners in Kathmandu and Trekking.
  • Extra night hotel and meals in Kathmandu and Lukla in the event of late departure and early arrival caused by unforeseen circumstances, e. g. flight cancellations due to bad weather
  • Pure personal trekking gears
  • Horse rental for personal ride
  • Pure personal nature expenses, e. g. bar bills, mineral water, telephone, WIFI, laundry and etc.
  • Any other costs not specified in the itinerary, but may incur due to unforeseen circumstance
  • Guide and porter tips

Holiday Extensions

The following extensions are available to add to your itinerary either before or after the trek.

  1. Tiger & Rhino Watching Tour in Chitwan National Park
  2. Tiger Watching Tour in Bardia National Park 
  3. Explore Pokhara

Contact us for further information and the best price

Date & Price

Arrival in Kathmandu
Departure from Kathmandu
Availability
Tour Cost
13 Ocober, 2025
28 October 2025
Booking Open
USD 1299/- on 2 pax basis
20 October, 2025
4 November, 2025
Booking Open
USD 1299/- on 2 pax basis
3 November, 2025
18 November, 2025
Booking Open
USD 1299/- on 2 pax basis
10 November, 2025
25 November, 2025
Booking Open
USD 1299/- on 2 pax basis
17 November, 2025
2 December, 2025
Booking Open
USD 1299/- on 2 pax basis

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