Everest Base Camp Trek (16N)

Detail Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu

Arrival in Kathmandu. Having cleared the immigration formalities, collect your luggage, clear the customs and make your way towards the exit point. As soon as you come out of the exit, identify our representative with your name placard, s/he will standing for you to welcome and assist you further.You will then be transferred to the hotel (check in time 1400 hours) 

Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu (No Meals)

Day 2: Half-day city tour in Kathmandu - Trek Day preparation

In the morning, take guided half day city tour of Pashupatinath and Swoyambhunath in Kathmandu

Rest of the day is at leisure to prepare for exciting trek to EBC. One trekking expert will brief on the exciting trip you are going to start next day with necessary precautions.

Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu (Meal: B).

Day 3: Fly to Lukla, Trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,7001ft)

Early breakfast or pack breakfast at Hotel and you will be transferred to airport for your flight to Lukla (2,800m). This spectacular half an hour flight takes you to the gateway to highest point on the planet. The trek guide will be standby there with your name/group paging and s/he will assist you to collect your baggage. We start this exciting first day trek heading toward north-west through the village of Lukla and descend with murmuring sound of Dudh Koshi River at Phakding (2,652m). The trail passes through the forests of conifer trees along with close observation of small villages and the mountain people.

Overnight is at Teahouse in Phakding (B, L, D)

Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazar (3,445m/11,300ft).

This day trek is up hill most the day until you make it to Namche. You will pass through Monjo and the Sagarmatha National park check point at Joresale, where you need to complete entry formalities to move forward. Walking alongside the river to arrive at the confluence of the Imja Drangka and Nangpo Drangpo to form a Dudh Koshi, you will cross a high suspension bridge over the river and continue to Namche. Namche located in the mountain slope, inhabited by Sherpa’s is the most exotic place near Everest. Most of the traditional and modern homes mingle with Lodges, foodstuffs, handicrafts shops, cafes, renting and selling trekking gears, vegetables and so on.

Overnight at Teahouse in Namche (B, L, D)

Day 5: Acclimatization Day at Namche Bazar

It is necessary for you to spend a day at Namche in order to adjust with environment and altitude. The guide will assist you to walk around and we highly recommend you to go up to the hill where the park headquarters is located and enjoy the first panaromic view to Everest and Ama Dablam and also visit to Sagarmatha National Park Museum walk back to logde. This practice will help your body to adapt and learn to survive in decreasing oxygen levels including the cold and reduced atmospheric pressure (drink plenty of water).

Overnight is at Teahouse in Namche (B, L, D)

Day 6: Trek to Tengboche (3,890m/12,760ft). 6 hours

Start your trek gentle up with breath taking views of the Mountains – Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kwangde. You descend to the riverside and trek across the river upward through the forest pass. Pass through the ups and downs with some steep up overlooking the Khumbu village and you will stop at Tengboche monastery to nourish your spirit to fulfill your dream. Arrive at Tengboche, which is one of the most beautiful places in the Everest Region.
Overnight is at Teahouse at Tengboche (B, L, D)

Day 7: Trek To Dingboche (4,350m/14,268ft). 6 hours
Today’s trek kicks off with a walk through the rhododendron forest crossing the bridge over the Imja river to Debouche. On the way you will see Pangbouche village, the biggest settlements of Sherpa’s in the region. This will be a great opportunity to observe a typical Sherpa people and their settlements. Along the way, you will also visit the Pangbouche monastery. The trail goes steep up to reach Dingbouche. You will be mesmerized by the close view of mountains Amadablam, Lhotse and more.
Overnight is at Teahouse in Dingbouche (B, L D)

Day 8: Acclimatisation Day, Dingboche

This is your second day for acclimatization after climbing certain altitudes. Our guide will take you to a hike to a hill top called Nagarjun (5,100m) and back to Dingbouche. This hike helps immensely to adjust with the environment and aim of hike for you is; climb high and sleep low. You can enjoy the stunning view of Lobuche East (6119m), Lobuche West (6145m), Taboche Peak (6367m), Thamserku (6608m), Kangtega (6685m) and Ama Dablam (6856m)

Overnight is at Teahouse in Dingbouche (B, L, D)

Day 9: Trek to Lobuche (4,931m/16,174ft). 5-6 hours

In the morning you ascend the ridge to a large chorten above Dingbouche village and then easy walk through the wide and grassy plateau. The Pheriche village view in the left and towering peak of Tawoche and Cholatse above you and Khumbu glacier add pleasing experience to your life. You ascend steeply up with the moraine to reach the top, where you will have real feeling of being at high mountains. Enjoy spectacular sunset view over Nuptse from Lobuche.

Overnight is at Teahouse in Lobuche (B, L, D)

Day 10:Trek to Everest Base Camp,(5,300m/17,384ft). Return to Gorek Shep (5,165m/16,941ft). 6-7 hours

This is the day you are dreaming for. An early start is necessary to get to EBC before the cloud comes down covering the mountain and making it freezing cold. Kindly make sure to have breakfast even if early to feel like you have sufficient energy to get rid of it. The trek is relatively easy up to Gorekshep and bit harder to reach EBC. There you are to take the breathtaking beauty of unbelievable natural gift on earth. We then head back to Gorekshep.

Overnight is at Teahouse in Gorekshep (B, L, D)

Day 11: Ascend Kala Pattar (5,545m/18,188ft) , Trek Down to Pheriche (4,371m/14,340ft), 7 hours
Ascend for 2/3 hours to summit the rocky Kalapatthar, it’s not so far and this is literally the high-point of your trek. The great views of the summit of Everest, Pumori (7,145m), the Tbietan peak Changtse (4,501m), Nuptse, Lhotse and countless snow fluted ridges, Khumbu glaricer are unforgettable.

Descend back to Gorekshep and follow the trail down to Lobuche, Tughla and then arrive at Pheriche

Overnight is at Lodges in Pheriche (B, L, D)

Day 12: Trek to Khumjung (3,600m/11,660ft). 6 hours

You descend to lower altitude after continues stay at high elevations. On the way you will have a chance to visit the Gompa in Pangbouche. You will descend further crossing the bridge through the gorge before making a short climb in the forest to Thyangbouche – chances to see must deer and pheasants in the forest will be very high. You will not miss the mesmerizing mountains in the surroundings while walking through. You will feel more and more comfortable going down in lower altitude.Overnight is at Lodge in Khumjung (Meals: B, L, D)

Day 13: Trek to Monjo. 4-5 hours

You will head to Namche today. You will walk through a delightful undulating trail with some of your last high altitude mountain views of the trek, looking across to the summits of Thamserku and Kangtaiga. Descending further you will reach Namche stop for moment to have lunch or tea/coffee. Walking further down to Jorsale (the checkpoint) to Monjo you will feel more comfortable and relax in warmer climate. Passing through the Dudh Koshi valley, you will arrive at Monjo for a night stay.
Overnight is at Lodge in Monjo (Meals: B, L, D)

Day 14: Trek to Lukla(2,880m/9,336ft). 6 to 7 hours
This is the last you day of your trek, you will head towards Lukla observing the life style of mountain people. You will pass through ups and downs to reach Lukla.
Overnight is at Lodge in Lukla (Meals: B, L, D)

Day 15: Fly to Kathmandu.
Fly back to Kathmandu.
This exciting flight rejoice your memories of the trek with an aerial view of the Khumbu mountain range.
Upon arrival in Kathmandu you will met our representative and transferred to the hotel.
Rest of the day is free
Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu (Meals: B)

Day 16: Rest day in kathmandu.
Rest day in Katmandu or you can take optional tours of your interest.
You may take this day as to rejuvenate your body with Spa/massage or shopping.
Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu. (Meals: B)

Day 17: Departure
Enjoy your leisurely time until the final departure. We will transfer you to airport 3 hours earlier your scheduled flight to the next destination.