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16-Day Everest Base Camp Trek

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Overview

Everest Base Camp Trek has been listed as the number one trekking trail in the world. The trek takes you to the base of Mt. Everest (8,848 metres), the world’s highest peak. The trail starts in Namche Bazar, the capital of the Khumbu region and a cultural centre of the Sherpa people. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn about Sherpa culture and appreciate their hospitality as you trek to Everest Base Camp.

We pay our respect at the famous Tengboche Monastery, one of the biggest monasteries in the Everest region and a perfect viewpoint of Ama Dablam (6,812 metres). The trek to Kalapathar will be the most rewarding one as it offers the best view of Mt Everest, Mt. Lhotse (8,516 metres), Mt. Cho Oyu (8,201 metres), and Mt. Nuptse (7,861 metres). The trek goes through the Sagarmatha National Park area, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to endangered animals such as the snow leopard, red panda and Himalayan tahr.
Hiking & Trekking
Sightseeing

Itinerary

Day 1

Kathmandu and Welcome Dinner

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Kathmandu and Welcome Dinner

Upon your arrival, our staff will be there to greet you and take you to your hotel. Refresh and relax in the afternoon then head out for an introduction from your trekking guide followed by a welcome dinner in the evening.

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    Accommodation

    Apsara Boutique Hotel3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Free Time in ThamelOptional Activity

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    Restaurants

    Tukche Thakali KitchenOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kathmandu

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    Meals

    Dinner

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    Destinations

    Kathmandu

Day 2

Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing

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Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing

Your sightseeing trip will start after breakfast. You'll have a private guide and driver for your cultural tour of the UNESCO Heritage sites of the city. During the tour, you'll visit Swayambhunath Stupa and Bhaktapur Durbar Square or Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa. The afternoon includes a briefing and preparation for the trek to Everest Base Camp.

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    Accommodation

    Apsara Boutique Hotel3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Swayambhunath

    Basantapur Durbar Square

    Free Time in ThamelOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kathmandu to Thamel

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    Meals

    Dinner

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    Destinations

    Kathmandu

Day 3

Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2,610 metres)

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Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2,610 metres)

Our guide will come to your hotel early in the morning and take you to the domestic airport for your flight to Lukla. It's a 35-minute scenic flight to starting point of your trek, sitting at 2,804 metres. Your trek begins trek immediately. At first, your trail descends steeply before you turn to a trail hugging the Dudh Kosi Valley. You'll reach your destination for the day by climbing uphill from Lhawa to Phakding.

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    Accommodation

    Phakding Tea House

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Trek Lukla to Phakding (3 hours/2,610 metres)

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    Transportations

    Minivan from Apsara Boutique Hotel to Tribhuvan International Airport

    Plane from Kathmandu to Lukla

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Kathmandu

    Sagarmatha

    Khumjung

Day 4

Trek Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,441 metres)

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Trek Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,441 metres)

We continue trekking along the banks of the Dudh Kosi river and crossing this river several times on exhilarating suspension bridges. After entering Sagamartha National Park, the trail climbs steeply until we arrive at Namche Bazaar, the Gateway to Everest and one of the biggest towns on the entire Everest trail and your first acclimatisation stop.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Hill Ten

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Phakding to Namche Bazaar at 3441 metres

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Khumjung

    Namche

    Sagarmatha

Day 5

Acclimatisation Day at Namche

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Acclimatisation Day at Namche

We will spend a day here to acclimatisation to the increasing alititude. After breakfast, we do a short hike to Syangboche from where we have splendid views of Kwandge Amadablam. Then, return to Namche Bazar and visit museums and monasteries where you gain knowledge of tradition and culture of Sherpa people. You'll have some free time to go to the coffee shop or bakery for a more stable wi-fi connection to contact home.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Hill Ten

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Acclimatisation Day in Namche Bazar

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Sagarmatha

    Khumjung

Day 6

Trek from Namche to Tengboche (3,867 metres)

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Trek from Namche to Tengboche (3,867 metres)

We continue our trek to Tengboche with less-paved and narrower paths. We will cross a couple of long and strong suspension bridges and go through lush pine forests. T You'll have a quick stop in a village before continuing on a steep ascent and eventually crossing the suspension bridge to reach the Tengboche Monastery, where Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay (the first people to reach the summit of Everest) received their blessing.

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    Accommodation

    Tengboche Trekker's Lodge

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Namche Bazaar to Tengboche at 3867 Metres

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Sagarmatha

    Khumjung

Day 7

Trek Tengboche to Dingboche (4,345 metres)

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Trek Tengboche to Dingboche (4,345 metres)

This is one of the most memorable parts of the journey, and your trek from Tengboche to Dingboche starts early in the morning. Leaving the village, the dramatic rugged outcrops of the Himalayas will unfold before your eyes, with Mount Everest constantly in the background. This part of the journey is remote, with little chance of seeing another person until you arrive in Dingboche.

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    Accommodation

    Peaceful Lodge

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Tengboche to Dingboche at 4,345 Metres

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    Restaurants

    Somare

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Sagarmatha

    Dingboche

    Khumjung

Day 8

Acclimatisation Day in Dingboche

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Acclimatisation Day in Dingboche

We definitely enjoy a rest day in Dingboche. It's important to have a few rest days along the way to properly acclimatise your body to the altitude. We will do a day hike to Nangkartshang Peak, sitting at 5083 metres where you will see snow and ice formations all over the valley. We will also be able to enjoy the scarce flora and fauna of the Everest region. We then climb down to Dingboche and visit the monastery in Dingboche.

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    Accommodation

    Peaceful Lodge

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Acclimatisation Hike in Dingboche

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Sagarmatha

Day 9

Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4,940 metres)

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Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4,940 metres)

After breakfast, we start trekking uphill and arrive at a yak farm with fascinating views of Tawache Peak (6,542m) and Cholatse Peak (6,440m) on the left. Then the trail goes to the Khumbu Glacier by following the Duglha. You'll pass by a memorial for all those who have lost their lives tackling Everest before making one final ascent to reach Lobuche.

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    Accommodation

    Lobuche Tea House

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Dingboche to Lobuche at 4,940 Metres

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Sagarmatha

    Khumjung

Day 10

Trek from Lobuche to Gorak Shep and to Everest Base Camp (5,364 metres)

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Trek from Lobuche to Gorak Shep and to Everest Base Camp (5,364 metres)

Today, you reach Everest Base Camp. The trail goes gradually up with views of the Khumbu glacier and crossing the north rim of Everest and Pumori. We will check into a lodge in Gorak Shep. After lunch, we will continue our journey to Everest Base Camp without our packs. We can view Khumbu icefall, Khumbu glacier and have a close view of Mt. Pumori, Khumbutse and other several peaks before heading back to Gorak Shep.

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    Accommodation

    Buddha Lodge and Restaurant

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Lobuche to Gorak Shep and Reach Everest Base Camp (8 hours/5,364 metres)

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Khumjung

    Sagarmatha

Day 11

Sunrise on Kalapathar and Trek to Pheriche (4,371 metres)

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Sunrise on Kalapathar and Trek to Pheriche (4,371 metres)

We start climbing Kalapathar (5,544 metres) early in the morning to enjoy the sunrise view over the Mt. Everest. Kalapathar is just a pile of large rocks and dust, but it is a famous spot for its incredible panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. We head back to Gorak Shep for breakfast and then trek to Pheriche (4,371 metres). The trek is quite easy as we only hike downhill but today is a very long and challenging day as we ascend and descend a thousand metres.

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    Accommodation

    Himalayan Hotel Lodge

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Kala Patthar and Gorakshep to Pheriche (7 hours/5,644 metres)

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Sagarmatha

    Khumjung

Day 12

Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,440 metres)

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Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,440 metres)

We will trek down to Pangboche village, where you can see the oldest monastery in the region, which contains the scalp and bones of a Yeti. From here, the trail drops to the riverside and across a bridge and continues up through the pine and juniper forest to Tengboche village. The trail then drops sharply down to the Dudh Koshi River and the village of Phunki, where we cross the river, and back to Namche Bazaar.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Hill Ten

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Pheriche to Namche Bazar (5-6 hours/3,440 metres)

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Sagarmatha

    Namche

Day 13

Trek Namche to Lukla (2,810 metres)

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Trek Namche to Lukla (2,810 metres)

Today is the last day of our trekking. The entire trail drops sharply down to Lukla (2,810 metres) by following the Dudh Kosi River. You'll go through Sagarmatha National Park and Dudh Koshi, this is a long day as you are trekking a trail that you did over two days previously. You'll stop for a quick rest in Phakding where you'll have lunch before the final stretch to Lukla. Here we complete our trek.

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    Accommodation

    Lukla Tea House

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Trek Namche to Lukla (8 hours/2,860 metres)

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Sagarmatha

    Chaurikharka

Day 14

Morning Flight to Kathmandu and Sightseeing in Kirtipur

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Morning Flight to Kathmandu and Sightseeing in Kirtipur

Take the scenic flight back to Kathmandu in the morning, giving you a little time to snatch one last glance at the mountains. After lunch, we take you on a sightseeing tour of Kirtipur, a historic hill town, which has remained isolated from tourism despite being so close to Kathmandu. We will have dinner as we watch the Nepali cultural show in the evening.

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    Accommodation

    Apsara Boutique Hotel3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Sightseeing in Kritipur City

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    Restaurants

    Nepali Chulo

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Lukla to Tenzing Hillary Airport

    Plane from Lukla to Kathmandu

    Private Driver

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Chaurikharka

    Kathmandu

    Kirtipur

Day 15

Sightseeing in Bhaktapur and Farewell Dinner

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Sightseeing in Bhaktapur and Farewell Dinner

This morning we visit the beautiful and medieval town of Bhaktapur in the Kathmandu Valley. The town is centred by a Durbar square, it's one of three in the vallley. In the afternoon you have free time to do some last minute shopping and relax. In the evening, we meet once more for a farewell dinner to say our goodbyes and reflect on our journey together.

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    Accommodation

    Apsara Boutique Hotel3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Bhaktapur Durbar Square

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    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Kathmandu

    Bhaktapur

Day 16

Departure Day

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Departure Day

We take you to the airport for your departure and say a sad goodbye.

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    Restaurants

    Breakfast in Apsara Boutique

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    Transportations

    Kathmandu Airport Drop Off

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Kathmandu

Included in Price

  • 15 nights accommodation
  • 14 activities
  • 14 breakfasts, 12 lunches and 15 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Trekking permits

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
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