Everest Base Camp Trek,

Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1350m/4428ft)

Our representative from Himalaya Sanctuary will meet you after landing and custom clearance in the Tribhuwan internal Airport (TIA). Following a brief introduction and Nepali welcome we will drive you to the hotel in Thamel. Thamel as located in the heart of the city you can have a first-hand experience of the valley from the drive. Overnight at a hotel in Thamel Kathmandu.

Day 02: Kathmandu Vally Sightseeing(4-6 hrs)

After breakfast in the morning you will be Proceed for Sightseeing place as given below.

• Boudhanath Stupa Lies about 6 km to the east of downtown Kathmandu and is the largest stupa in the valley. It looms 36 meters high and presents one of the most fascinating specimens of stupa design. Boudhanath is also known as Khasti or dew drops after an account that builders had to use dew to mix the mortar as Kathmandu was suffering from a severe drought during the construction of Bouddhanath.
• Pasupatinath Temple Pashupatinath is one of the most sacred Hindu shrines in the world and lies 5 km east of the city center. The richly ornamented pagoda houses the sacred Linga or phallic symbol of Lord Shiva. Chronicles indicate the temple’s existence prior to 400 AD. Devotees can be seen taking ritual dips in the holy Bagmati River flowing beside the temple.
• Patan Darbar Square Patan Durbar Square is an enchanting combination of palace buildings artistic courtyards and graceful pagoda temples. The former royal palace complex is the center of Patan’s religious and social life and houses a museum containing an array of bronze statues and religious objects. One remarkable monument here is a 17th-century temple dedicated to the Hindu god Krishna built entirely of stone.
• Swayambhunath Stupa The Monkey Temple (World Heritage Site) Watches over the valley from the top of a hillock on its western side. The huge stupa is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal and its establishment is linked to the creation of the Kathmandu Valley out of a primordial lake. Swayambhu is also known as Samhengu and the Monkey temple because of the countless monkeys living in the premises

Included Meal: Breakfast

Day 03: Kathmandu – Lukla – Phakding(2651m/8700ft): 30 minutes flight 3 – 4 hours trek

We take an early morning flight to Lukla and start our trek. The trail then leads to Phakding via Cheplung village from where we get a magnificent view of Mt. Khumbila a sacred mountain that has never been summited. Overnight at Phakding

Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch and Dinner

Day 04: Phakding – Namche  (3438m/11280 ft): 4- 5 hours

We continue our walk on the trail that goes north up the Benkar valley. We cross Dudh Koshi River and pass Chumoa and Monjo villages leading the entrance to the Everest National Park. Then we pass Jorsale village crossing a suspension bridge and walk alongside the Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers. We continue our trek ascending on a steep trail and reach Namche Bazaar. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch and Dinner 

Day 05: Acclimatization Day – Namche Bazaar: (3440m/11284ft)

We explore Namche Bazaar and hike-up to Sagarmatha National Park and enjoy the sunrise over the Himalayas including Mt. Everest Lhotse Nuptse Ama Dablam Thamserku Kongde and so on. If we are interested in a day hike we can trek to Khumjung village. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch and Dinner

Day 06: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3870m/12694ft): 5- 6 hours

The trek until Phunki is an easy walk. From here we ascend towards Tengboche village exploring the famous Tengboche monastery which is the biggest monastery of the Everest region. It is located within the Sagarmatha National Park which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The monastery is blessed with panoramic views of the Himalayas including Mt. Everest Nuptse Lhotse Ama Dablam and Thamserku. The Tengboche Monastery opens at 3:00 pm so if we reach there by 4 o’clock we can observe a Buddhist religious ceremony.

Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch and Dinner

Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche(4358m/14295 ft) 5 – 6 hours

We walk downhill to Debuche and cross the Imja River to reach Pangboche. The trek continues passing through the upper Pangboche trail and exploring the Pangboche Monastery. We continue our walk to Dingboche via Imja Valley and Lobuche River. Overnight at Dingboche.

Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch and Dinner

Day 08 : Dingboche: Acclimatization(4358m/14295 ft)

Spending a day in Dingboche will help us to acclimate to the high altitude. We can spend time hiking to the hill about four hours behind Dingboche to view the world’s tallest peaks including Lhotse Makalu and Cho Oyu. Overnight at Dingboche.

Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch and Dinner 

Day 09: Dingboche – Lobuche(4928m/16164 ft)

The trek continues walking around 7 hours (9 km) along the Himalayan trail heading towards the famous base camp of the world’s tallest peak exploring the breathtaking magnificent view of the mountains. The trail then continues via Dughla pass to the mountain village of Lobuche for the overnight stay.

Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch and Dinner 

Day 10: Lobuche – Gorak Shep (5160m/16929ft) – Everest Base Camp (5320m/17450ft) 

Today we continue our trek to Everest Base camp walking long day nearly 12 hours (17 km) to Gorakshep. After reaching Gorak shep check-in at the lodge have lunch and walk to the Base Camp to enjoy amazing views of Nuptse Khumbuste and Pumori mountains. Then we walk back to Gorakshep from the base camp for overnight stay.

Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch and Dinner

Day 11: Gorakshep – Kala Pathar (5550m/18204ft) – Pheriche(4200 m)

After early breakfast we walk up to the highest point of the trek Kalapatthar for a magnificent view of the world’s tallest Everest and several other mountains like Lingtren Khumbutse and Changtse mountains. It takes about three hours to reach the top. After spending some time at the summit of Kala Patthar we walk back to Gorak Shep for lunch which is relatively easier than hiking up to Kala Patthar. After lunch we hike down to Pheriche to spend the night.

Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch and Dinner

Day 12: Trek to Namche Bazaar(3500m/11480ft) – 7 hours

Leaving the mountains behind us our descent takes us through Pangboche and Tengboche before continuing to the town of Namche Bazaar. We arrive back to Namche in the afternoon. Overnight at a guesthouse.

Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch and Dinner

Day 13: Trek to Lukla (2804 m) – 6 hours

This is our last day of trekking as we return to Lukla where the trek began. We enjoy this time to reflect on the trek as a group and the personal achievement of all those who took part. The afternoon is free so you can wander about relax and enjoy a hot shower! In the evening have a few celebratory drinks and dance with your trek mates. Overnight at a guesthouse.

Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch and Dinner

Day 14: Lukla – Kathmandu (1400 m)

We catch an early morning flight to Kathmandu after our long mountain journey. Upon arrival in Kathmandu you will be transferred to your hotel. We take you for a cultural dinner in the evening. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Included Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 15: Departure Day

Our driver will transfer you to the International Airport for your onward Destination.

Included meals: Breakfast

Cost Included

• Airport pickups and Drop
• 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu with Breakfast
• Teahouse accommodation including Breakfast Lunch and Dinner during the trek
• Domestic flights (Kathmandu- Lukla -Kathmandu)
• City tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle
• An experienced English-speaking and government-licensed trekking guide.
• Porter service (1 porter will be provided for 2 trekkers)
• Duffel Bag
• Staff costs including their salary insurance equipment domestic airfare food and accommodation
• All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit TIMS)
• Farewell dinner at the end of the trip
• Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
• All government and local taxes

Cost Excluded

• Nepalese visa fee
• Excess baggage charge(s)
• Entrance Fee for Sightseeing
• Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival late departure early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
• Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
• International flights
• Travel and rescue insurance
• Personal expenses (phone calls laundry bar billshot and cold drinks battery recharge extra porters bottle or boiled waterTea Coffee hot shower etc.)
• Tips for guide(s) porter(s) and driver(s)

Host or Publisher HImalayan Sanctuary Adventure