Everest Base Camp Trek Tour with 40 Reviews by Outshine Adventure Pvt Ltd

15 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

10 - 79 yearsAge range for participants

English, NepaliGuide language

5550mHighest point reached

Starts

Kathmandu, Nepal

Ends

Kathmandu, Nepal

Highlights

Get close-up views of Mount Everest

Trek to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar

Get to know about the culture and lifestyle of Sherpa community

Itinerary

If Everest Base Camp is on your bucket list, this 15-day guided trek is your ticket to one of the world’s most iconic trekking experiences. Ideal for young adults and experienced travelers, this journey starts with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, launching your adventure along the classic Everest trail through mountain valleys, Sherpa villages, and lush forests.

Highlights include acclimatization stops in Namche Bazaar, spiritual moments at Tengboche Monastery, and the spectacular views from Dingboche, Lobuche, and the Khumbu Glacier. The trek culminates at Everest Base Camp and the renowned Kala Patthar viewpoint, offering unparalleled panoramas of the Everest massif.

Along the way, immerse yourself in Sherpa culture and traditions, making this trekking tour a rich blend of adventure and local insight. The unique selling point: a well-paced, expertly guided route that ensures both safety and a fulfilling Himalayan experience. For those concerned about endurance, hiring a porter is highly recommended, making this legendary trip accessible and enjoyable.

day 1 - Kathmandu Arrival-Hotel Transfer

Our representative with the company's name sign will receive you at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and you will be transferred to your hotel. Once you have checked-in, we will take you to our company office to finalize the documentation process of the trek.

Accommodation:3 Star Hotel at Hotel Kathmandu Suite Home.

Meals:Breakfast

day 2 - Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour

After hotel breakfast, start the guided tour of Kathmandu at around 9 am. We will be seeing Kathmandu's important landmarks and attractions, including the Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Bouddhanath and Pashupatinath.

In afternoon, you will have some time to shop for your trek.

Duration:8 hours

Accommodation:3 Star Hotel at Hotel Kathmandu Suite Home.

Meals:Breakfast

day 3 - Fly to Lukla (2,804m) and Trek to Phakding

Early morning drive to Kathmandu airport and fly to Lukla (about 30 minutes). We will have our breakfast at Lukla and start our trek to Phakding. The trail goes down the Dudh Koshi Valley before moving uphill.

Overnight in Phakding.

Duration:3 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

day 4 - Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m)

Today's trek will be a long one that should last nearly six hours. We will be gaining an elevation of 850 meters to reach Namche Bazaar, the gateway to the Everest region. We follow the Dudh Koshi River, and trek past forests and mountain villages to reach our destination.

Duration:6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

day 5 - Acclimatization Day and Everest View Hotel Hike

Today, we rest at Namche for rest and acclimatization. For acclimatization process, we will also climb up to Everest View Hotel, from where we can get the panoramic view of the Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru mountains.

Overnight in Namche.

Duration:4 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

day 6 - Trek to Tengboche ( 3,850m)

We set out for Tengboche today. Tengboche is an amazing village in the Everest region. The village is known for its iconic monastery and the wonderful view of Ama Dablam mountain.

Duration:5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

day 7 - Trek to Dingbuche (4350m)

We trek for approximately five hours today to reach Dingboche. Today's trail will take us past an enchanting rhododendron forest and the areas from where we can see the views of Ama Dablam, Kantega, Nuptse, Lhotse and Island Peak mountains.

Duration:5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

day 8 - Acclimatization Day and Hike to Chhukung Valley

Another acclimatization day today. We take a trip to Chhukung Valley to get ourselves used to with the mountain climes, where the air is thin. The highlights of today's trek are the gorgeous scenery of the north face of Ama Dablam and the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge. We return to Dingbouche in the evening.

Overnight in Dingbouche

Duration:4 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

day 9 - Trek to Lobuche (4,950m)

Today, we trek for about five hours along the Dughla Valley to reach our destination, Lobuche. The trail passes through the edge of mountain streams and ridges, as well as points from where we can view the Khumbu Icefall, Pumori mountain and many smaller peaks.

Overnight in Lobuche.

Duration:5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

day 10 - Trek to Gorakshep (5,160m) and Everest Base Camp

It takes roughly four hours to reach Gorakshep from Lobuche. Gorakshep is situated on what was the original Everest Base Camp. From here, we get the panoramic view of Nuptse, Lho-La and Khumbutse.

From Gorakshep, we can make it to the Everest Base Camp and back is another three hours or so trek to Everest Base Camp and back.

Today, is the great day of our adventure, as we will be setting our foot on the base camp of Mount Everest. Once we have reached there, we will also take a short trek following a rocky path to see the Khumbu Glacier.

Duration:5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

day 11 - Trek to Kalapathar (5,545m) and Back

Today, we make our way to Kala Patthar, which should take us roughly six hours, so we start early. Located 5,545 meters above sea level, Kala Patthar is an excellent viewpoint to see the Everest and the surrounding mountains.

Duration:7 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

day 12 - Return Trek to Namche Bazaar

We trek back to Namche Bazaar today. The return trail will be mostly downhill and a fairly easy one.

Overnight in Namche.

Duration:7 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

day 13 - Trek Back to Lukla

Today is the last day of our trek as we return to Lukla, the starting point of our trek. We leave Namche and go past Phakding, where we spend the first night of our trek, as we retrace our route back down to Lukla. At Lukla, we rest, relax and reminisce.

Duration:7 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

day 14 - Fly Back to Kathmandu

We catch a flight back to Kathmandu today.

Duration:30 minutes

Accommodation:3 Star Hotel at Kathmandu Suite Home.

Meals:Breakfast

day 15 - Trek Ends and Transfer to Airport

Today, you will be transferred to Tribhuvan International Airport according to your flight schedule.

And if you have some extra days available, we can arrange for extra tours and activities as per your interest.

Duration:30 minutes

Meals:Breakfast

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What's Included

Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car.Three Nights Hotel in Kathmandu in 3 Stars Hotel. ( Hotel Kathmandu Suite Home.)Guided Sightseeing Tours in Kathmandu with Private Car.Guesthouses accommodation during the trek. ( Twin Sharing. )English speaking Local Sherpa licensed holder Trek Guide.Porter to carry your luggage during the trek (1 porter per 2 people).Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for guide and porters.Down Jacket and sleeping bag by Outshine Adventure, if needed.Airfare from Kathmandu – Lukla - Kathmandu including airport departure tax in Kathmandu and Lukla airport.All our government taxes.

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Itinerary

day 1 - Kathmandu Arrival-Hotel Transfer

day 2 - Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour

day 3 - Fly to Lukla (2,804m) and Trek to Phakding

day 4 - Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m)

day 5 - Acclimatization Day and Everest View Hotel Hike

day 6 - Trek to Tengboche ( 3,850m)

day 7 - Trek to Dingbuche (4350m)

day 8 - Acclimatization Day and Hike to Chhukung Valley

day 9 - Trek to Lobuche (4,950m)

day 10 - Trek to Gorakshep (5,160m) and Everest Base Camp

day 11 - Trek to Kalapathar (5,545m) and Back

day 12 - Return Trek to Namche Bazaar

day 13 - Trek Back to Lukla

day 14 - Fly Back to Kathmandu

day 15 - Trek Ends and Transfer to Airport

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