Everest Base Camp Trek - 14 Days
Experience the legendary Everest Base Camp Trek through the heart of Nepal’s Khumbu region with Ranbir Gurung, Mountain Guide in Nepal. This 14-day Himalayan adventure takes you through spectacular mountain landscapes, traditional Sherpa villages, ancient monasteries and the famous trail to the base of Mount Everest.
Walk beneath some of the world’s highest peaks, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam and Thamserku, while experiencing the unique culture and hospitality of the Sherpa people.
Everest Base Camp Trek Highlights:
- 🏔️ Reach Everest Base Camp – 5,364 m
- 🌅 Enjoy breathtaking sunrise views from Kala Patthar – 5,545 m
- ✈️ Scenic flight between Kathmandu and Lukla
- 🏘️ Explore legendary Sherpa villages including Namche Bazaar
- 🛕 Visit historic Buddhist monasteries and prayer sites
- 🏔️ Panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam and Pumori
- 🌲 Trek through Sagarmatha National Park
- 🤝 Experience authentic Sherpa culture and Himalayan hospitality
- 🥾 Trek with an experienced local Himalayan mountain guide
- 📸 Create unforgettable memories in the world’s most iconic mountain region
Day by Day Itinerary:
Day 1: Kathmandu Arrival – 1,400 m
Arrive in Kathmandu, meet your guide and team, complete trek preparation and briefing. Enjoy a welcome dinner and rest before your Himalayan adventure begins.
Day 2: Kathmandu – Lukla – Phakding
Take a scenic flight to Lukla and begin trekking through beautiful mountain landscapes. Walk through traditional villages and forests alongside the Dudh Koshi River to Phakding.
Day 3: Phakding – Namche Bazaar – 3,440 m
Cross suspension bridges and follow the Dudh Koshi Valley toward Namche Bazaar. Enjoy your first spectacular views of Everest and surrounding peaks as you enter the Khumbu region.
Day 4: Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar
Take a rest day for acclimatization. Hike to Everest View Hotel for panoramic mountain views, then explore Namche Bazaar and experience Sherpa culture, markets and local life.
Day 5: Namche Bazaar – Tengboche – 3,860 m
Trek through rhododendron forests with magnificent views of Everest, Ama Dablam and Thamserku. Reach Tengboche and visit its famous Buddhist monastery surrounded by spectacular mountains.
Day 6: Tengboche – Dingboche – 4,410 m
Descend through forests before crossing the Imja River. Continue through Pangboche and traditional high-altitude villages toward Dingboche, with stunning views of Ama Dablam and Island Peak.
Day 7: Acclimatization at Dingboche
Rest and acclimatize at Dingboche. Take a gradual hike toward Nagarjun Hill or Chhukung for excellent views of Island Peak, Makalu and surrounding Himalayan peaks before returning to the lodge.
Day 8: Dingboche – Lobuche – 4,910 m
Walk through the scenic Khumbu Valley toward higher elevations. Pass memorials dedicated to climbers and continue along the moraine landscape toward Lobuche beneath impressive Himalayan peaks.
Day 9: Lobuche – Everest Base Camp – Gorak Shep
Trek to Gorak Shep and continue toward Everest Base Camp through the dramatic Khumbu Glacier landscape. Explore Base Camp before returning to Gorak Shep for an overnight stay.
Day 10: Kala Patthar – Pheriche – 4,240 m
Early morning hike to Kala Patthar for spectacular sunrise views of Everest, Nuptse and Pumori. Descend to Gorak Shep for breakfast, then continue downhill to Pheriche.
Day 11: Pheriche – Namche Bazaar
Retrace the trail through beautiful Himalayan scenery. Pass Tengboche and descend through forests and Sherpa villages before reaching Namche Bazaar for a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 12: Namche Bazaar – Lukla
Enjoy your final day of trekking through the Khumbu region. Follow the Dudh Koshi River, cross suspension bridges and descend to Lukla, where you celebrate the completion of your trek.
Day 13: Lukla – Kathmandu
Take a scenic morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time for shopping, sightseeing or relaxing after your unforgettable Everest adventure.
Day 14: Departure from Nepal
Your Everest Base Camp adventure comes to an end. Transfer to the airport for your international flight, taking home unforgettable memories of Nepal and the Himalayas.
Cost Includes
- Airport pickup and drop-off in Kathmandu
- 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
- Domestic flights: Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu
- Experienced, government-licensed English-speaking mountain guide
- Accommodation in comfortable teahouses/lodges during the trek
- Guide’s salary, accommodation, meals, insurance and necessary expenses
- Sagarmatha National Park entry permit
- Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality permit
- TIMS card, where applicable
- Guide and porter transportation and equipment
- Welcome and farewell dinner
- Trekking map and basic medical/first-aid kit
- All applicable government and local taxes
- Company service charges
Cost Excludes
- International airfare to and from Nepal
- Nepal entry visa fee
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal trekking equipment and clothing
- Porter service, if not included in your selected package
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Meals and drinks during the trek beyond the agreed package
- Hot showers, Wi-Fi, charging and other personal lodge services
- Personal expenses and alcoholic beverages
- Tips for guide, porter and support staff
- Emergency evacuation by helicopter
- Additional accommodation or meals caused by flight delays, bad weather or itinerary changes
- Any services not specifically mentioned under Cost Includes
Note: Domestic Lukla flights and mountain conditions can be affected by weather. Any additional costs resulting from unforeseen delays or changes are the traveler’s responsibility.
Everest Base Camp Trek Map
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
What Clients Say About Working With Me
Jane Anderson
Homeowner, San Diego
“Ranbir is a highly experienced Himalayan guide. He handled the trek with great professionalism, good planning and attention to safety. His passion for the mountains is inspiring. I would happily trek with him again..”
