Everest Base Camp Trek

Everest Base Camp Trek

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Everest Base Camp Trek

14 Days Starting in Kathmandu and ending in Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

Visiting: Kathmandu, Lukla, Phakding, Namche Bazar, Deboche, Tengboche Monastery, Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorak Shep, Everest Base Camp, Pheriche, Thamel

Tour operator:

Peregrine Treks and Tours

Tour code:

EBC1

Recommended For:

Singles

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 8

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

5-75

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Meat

Tour operated in:
English , French , German
Interests:

Cultural

Activities:

Hiking, Trekking

Private Available:

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Tour Overview

Our Everest Base Camp is a moderate trekking route lead by a local English-speaking Sherpa/guide. You will experience the jaw-dropping views of the majestic Himalayan range enriched by the local traditions and cultures of the communities that call these mountains home. On this 14-day trip you will be accommodated at local Teahouses what will provide you with hearty meals, fuelling you as you walk in the shadows of the world's tallest peaks. Base Camp. Two little syllables that conjure up dreams as immense and powerful as the Himalayan Mountains themselves. This 14-day trekking tour is your chance to make these dreams come true, to challenge yourself and discover both the majesty of the mountains and your own potential. Walk among giants of nature and revel in the sense of freedom that comes from leaving Wi-fi and Netflix behind for card games in tiny teahouses, learning about Sherpa life and watching the sunrise over Everest. Plus, our commitment to the rights and fair treatment of porters and trekking guides means you can rest assured knowing you’re doing the trek of a lifetime the ethical way.

Places You'll See

Suspension Bridge In Everest Region

Everest Base Camp Trek

On And Around Everest

Lukla Airport

Mount Everest View From Kala Patthar

Namche Bazar

Everest Base Camp Trek

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Kathmandu Arrival

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

Welcome to Kathmandu!

You will be met at the airport, and transferred to your hotel.

Day 2 : Fly To Lukla And Trek To Phakding

Location: Lukla, Phakding

Accommodation: Lodge, Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Early in the morning we will head towards the airport and fly to Lukla. We will have a breakfast in Lukla this morning on arrival. We meet the rest of the team in this small mountain town, the gateway to Everest. After breakfast, we start walking down to Phakding. Our hike today is easy.

Day 3 : Trek To Namche

Location: Namche Bazar

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After our breakfast, our hike today begins, and the trail passes through pine forest, small villages and streams. Monzo is one of the villages and from here we will enter the world’s highest national park; Everest National Park. We will have our lunch at Jorshalle. After following the Dudh Koshi river for a while our trail starts to ascend and cross the river, and we will soon arrive at Namche Bazar

Elevation: 3,438m/11,280 ft
Hiking Time: 5 - 6 hours
Distance: 11km

Day 4 : Acclimatization Day - Namche Bazaar

Location: Namche Bazar

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Namche Bazar is one of the biggest Sherpa villages in this region. It has government offices, beautiful markets, international brand sportswear showrooms to Internet cafés and cafés. On our acclimatization day today we will hike up to Khumjung village. Another big village of the region. We will have lunch here, and the view on the way to the village is mesmerising. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Thamserku, Ama Dablam Kongde are the major mountains that we will view on the way.

Elevation: 3,440m/11,284ft
Hiking Time: 4 - 5 hours

Day 5 : Namche Bazaar To Debuche

Location: Deboche, Tengboche Monastery

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After we leave Namche Bazar, and we reach the top of the village, the views will stop us in our tracks! Our trail after Kyamjuma starts to descend near the river, and after crossing the river it starts to ascend until Thyangboche, a very small village at the top of the mountain where there is a monastery and couple of tea houses. We then descend 20 minutes down the other side of the mountain to Debuche.

Day 6 : Trek To Dingboche

Location: Dingboche

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Our trail today is flat, and it passes through lush forest rhododendron trees. We will walk on the other side of the river and start to ascend as we arrive at Pangboche village, then Somare village Where we will have our lunch. Mountains like Amadablam, Lhotse and Nuptse are the major mountains we will see today, and we will take time to enjoy the view, and snap once in a lifetime photos.

Elevation: 4,360 m/14,300 ft
Hiking Time: 5 - 6 hours
Distance: 9km

Day 7 : Second Acclimatization Day

Location: Dingboche

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today we will climb a ridge named Nangkartsang, located behind the village. From here we can see Cho oyu, Makalu Lhotse and other notable mountains. Mt. Ama Dablam will be just in front of us, and the view of Dingboche Village just below us is an amazing sight indeed!

Day 8 : Dingboche To Lobuche

Location: Lobuche

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today we will trek across a wide pass, which is a much deserved variation from walking in a straight line for about 3 hours, and we reach a small settlement called Dughla, where we will have our lunch and continue towards Dhughla pass. From here, we ascend the steep terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. The top of the ridge is filled with prayer flags and stones, which are memorial shrines for climbers who lost their lives on Mt. Everest. About 45 minutes from here we will arrive in Laboche, and have a chance to relax and reflect.

Elevation: 4940 m/16,207 ft
Hiking Time: 4 hours
Distance: 7km

Day 9 : Lobuche To Gorak Shep (5170 M/16,961Ft), Visit Everest Base Camp (5364 M/17,594 Ft): 13Km, 8-9 Hours

Location: Gorak Shep, Everest Base Camp

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today from Laboche we head to Gorak Shep, and today is the day we experience the base camp of the world’s tallest mountain in the world! From Laboche to Gorak Shep is just 3 hours, and we leave our backpacks and have lunch. After lunch, we will walk for about 2 hours to see the world-famous Everest Base camp.

Day 10 : Gorak Shep To Kala Patthar (5,545M/18,192Ft) To Pheriche (4,288M/14,070Ft): 16Km, 7-8 Hours

Location: Pheriche

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning we will wake up early to trek to the top of Kala Patthar, for the most beautiful mountain and Everest views in the world, all while experiencing sunrise in the Himalaya. This is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity!

Day 11 : Pheriche To Namche Bazaar

Location: Namche Bazar

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today our trail will be mostly ups and downs. Our sleeping altitude today will be around 3,000 ft below than Pheriche. Once we arrive at Namche Bazar, we can enjoy a shower, coffee, drinks and civilization!

Elevation: 3,440m/11,280 ft
Hiking Time: 6 - 7 hours
Distance: 20km

Day 12 : Namche Bazaar To Lukla

Location: Tenzing Hillary Airport

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We begin our trek from Namche Bazaar today on rocky terrain, and It is mostly a downhill trek on a trail alongside the Dudh Koshi River. After crossing several bridges and enjoying chatting with the folks headed up, we will arrive in Lukla!

Elevation: 2,860m/9,186ft
Hiking Time: 7 -8 hours
Distance: 19km

Day 13 : Fly To Kathmandu

Location: Kathmandu, Thamel

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After an early morning and much needed rest, we head towards the airport and fly back to Kathmandu.



Note: We generally suggest booking your international return flight out of Kathmandu the following day in the afternoon to allow for delayed flights out of Lukla due to poor weather conditions.

Day 14 : Departure

Location: Tribhuvan International Airport

Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 14 is departure day, and we say 'Namaste' for memories that will last a lifetime. There are no activities planned for today, and you are able to depart the hotel at any time. Check out time from the hotel is at 12 noon. If you are departing later, you can arrange luggage storage at the hotel.

What's Included

  • 1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day

  • Accommodation

    3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and normal lodge during trek

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

  • All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)

    Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu flight ticket

  • Drinks with Meals

  • Entrance Fees

    Sagarmatha National Park Permit, Trekkers Information Management System Card and Local Tax

  • Fully Guided

  • Meals – Full Board

    Breakfast only in Kathmandu and three times meals during the trek

  • Tipping and Gratuities

What's Not Included

  • Country Entry Visas

  • International Travel

  • All types of personal expenses, lunch and dinner in Kathmandu, drinks and beverages etc

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Check out our Q&As

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    Yes

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes, You can come to Nepal with your kids with you for this tour. This is clildern and elder friendly.

  • Are vaccinations required for this tour?

    Yes, to enter Nepal, yo

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes, We will provide airport transfer service as per your flight schedule.

  • Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

    Yes,

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes, Our local guide are fluent over english. If you need any special language guide, please email us.

  • Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

    Yes,

  • Who is required to be vaccinated before they can join a trip?

    Everyone travelling on a Peregrine trip must be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of carriage.  All travellers are required to produce: Proof of COVID-19 vaccination All children 5 and above must provide proof of vaccination, proof of recovery, or a negative COVID-19 test.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 2002

  • Can I buy or rent trekking gears in Kathmandu?

    Yes, you can find all kinds of trekking gear in Nepal, especially around the Thamel area of Kathmandu. You can either purchase or rent the necessary items you require for your trekking adventure. In case you need advice on what to buy or rent, we are happy to provide you with appropriate guidance.

  • Can I pay by Credit card in Nepal?

    Yes, you can pay by credit card. The typical surcharge is 4% of the total amount.

  • Are ATMs available in Nepal?

    ATMs are readily available in Kathmandu and Pokhara, but it's a different story once you're in the mountains. Therefore, it's highly recommended to carry cash in such situations. While Visa, MasterCard, and American Express credit and debit cards are accepted, it's better to have cash on hand.

  • Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

    Peregrine believes in responsible travel, and it is a big reason that we do those things what we must do. That’s why we set up The Peregrine Foundation in 2014, Peregrine’s not-for-profit organization. The objectives to empower traveller to contribute the communities in the places where we visit. We will be donating 3% of the total profit, the Foundation’s member provides a small amount every mont

  • Is Nepal safe to travel/trekking?

    Nepal used to possess an excellent record for tourist safety. Nepal is really not a dangerous country. While you're on our trips, we take seriously personal responsibility for your well-being . We are also guarantee even woman traveling alone will be safe with my company responsibility.

  • Can I store my unnecessary gear in Kathmandu before starts trek?

    Yes, you may store items on our premises or ask for a similar service from your hotel.

  • How do I obtain all the necessary permits?

    Once you confirm your trek with us we'll prepare all the necessary trekking permits for you.

  • What is the currency of Nepal and how does it work?

    The currency of Nepal is the rupee. The ideal currencies for exchange are those of the USA, Australia, Great Britain, Canada, and Singapore, as well as the Euro, any of which can be readily exchanged in either Kathmandu or Pokhara.

  • Who needs to provide a negative COVID-19 test?

    All travellers must be vaccinated to join a Peregrine trip.  Please note that those with a medical exemption are still required to produce proof of a negative test conducted no more than 72 hours before day 1 of their trip.

  • What is required for proof of vaccination?

    A copy of your vaccination record (either paper or digital) is required. For example, Medicare digital vaccination certificate (AU travellers) an  NHS card with batch number (UK travellers) CDC vaccination record (USA travellers) EU Digital COVID Pass (EU travellers)

  • Is there electricity available during trek?

    Most of the places you will have electricity or solar power where you can charge your mobile, camera etc. which is payable. Normally the hotel owner will charge a couple of hundred rupees for a full charge of battery.

  • Can I get a Nepal visa on arrival?

    Yes, the visa for Nepal is readily available on arrival.

  • What should passengers provide to airlines to show they are fully vaccinated?

    Foreign nationals who are fully vaccinated should travel with proof of their vaccination status to provide to their airline prior to departure to the Nepal.

  • How does the exemption from full vaccination for children work?

    Children under 18 are exempted from the vaccination requirement for foreign national travelers, given both the ineligibility of some younger children for vaccination, and the global variability in access to vaccination for older children who are eligible to be vaccinated.

  • How long do we walk per day during trek?

    On a typical day, clients can expect to walk somewhere between 12 to 15 kilometers, though once we're above 3,000 meters the distances might be shorter in order to stay within safety limits regarding daily altitude gains.

  • What if a passenger provides a fake test result or vaccination card?

    For each of these requirements, air passengers will have to sign an attestation, certifying the validity of vaccination and testing, and confirming that their contact information is complete and accurate. Falsifying any information could result in criminal penalties

  • Are children required to be vaccinated?

    Children between the ages of 5 and 17 are exempted from the mandatory vaccination policy. However, in order to join a Peregrine trip, they must provide one of the following: Proof of vaccination status (for children who are eligible) Proof of a negative COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before day 1 of the trip

  • Which vaccines will be accepted?

    Nepal Government has determined that for purposes of travel to Nepal, vaccines accepted will include FDA approved or authorized and World Health Organization (WHO) emergency use listed (EUL) vaccines.

  • What vaccines do you recognise?

    We recognise any vaccine that has been authorised for use by the relevant national authority for COVID-19 in the country where the vaccine was administered. This includes well known vaccines such as Oxford AstraZeneca, Pfizer-BioNtech, Sinopharm, Sinovac, Sputnik, Johnson & Johnson, Moderna, and Covaxin. 

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    We will provide tour confirmation voucher

  • What about the Porters?

    Porters are hired at the beginning of a trek to make sure that most of the costs our clients pay go directly into the local community.

  • Is it safe for single women to travel to Nepal?

    Yes, it's completely safe for single women to travel to Nepal, and our staff are well-trained in observing appropriate protocols and behavior.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Up to 2 times, you do not need to pay any extra charge. Thenafter we will charge 10% tour transfer charge.

  • Will I have to share a room with a stranger?

    Our trips are based on twin share accommodation. Most of our trips have Single Supplements available for solo travellers who wish to have their own room. We are working with our accommodation providers to ensure that more rooms are available for those travellers who wish to room alone.

  • Do I need a visa to visit Nepal?

    You need to get visa to visit Nepal. You can apply the visa in your home country or obtain at the airport on arrival. To obtain visa on arrival, a passport size photo is required.

  • Will my leader be vaccinated?

    All Peregrine leaders and crew must either have been vaccinated, or have tested negative to COVID-19 no more than 72 hours before they start a trip.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, you can join the tour

  • What are the testing requirements for children?

    Children between the ages of 2 and 17 are required to take a pre-departure test. If a child is not fully vaccinated and traveling with a fully vaccinated adult, they can show proof of a negative viral test from a sample taken within three days before departure

Reviews from Travellers on this Tour

Shannon  

Amazing trip to Everest

13-Oct-2021

Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek was an amazing experience, enjoyed by all in our group of six. Nima was outstanding as a guide, not only looking after us but also taking excellent photos for us when requested, kicking our butts at Uno in the evening and just being a genuinely nice guy. The trek itself is very achievable despite being mentally and physically challenging at times. At altitude it is essential to have experienced guides and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Peregrine Treks and Tours to anyone trekking and tour in Nepal

Troy  

Challenging EBC Trek

17-Sep-2021

Trekking up to Everest Base Camp was a challenging trek, but it was way much satisfying and beyond my expectations. I had first class communication with Pradip, who organized this EBC trek, and Itinerary. I had an excellent trekking guide named Chetup, who looked after my ups and downs throughout the trek. He kept me informed about the Trekking distance to be covered, height to be ascended and altitude to be reached daily, keeping me safe. I will, for sure return to Nepal and have another adventure with Peregrine Trek. Namaste!!!

Allen  

Kalapatthar Trek

14-Oct-2021

Simply, The Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek is amazing. The visit to base camp and the Khumbu icefall was spectacular, and the following day we got perfect weather to do Kala Patthar. This is definitely worth the hike as it is by far the best views of Everest in the whole trip. Amazing people in this region and highly recommended Peregrine Treks for this trip.

Minnie  

Everest Base Camp Trek

29-Sep-2021

Everest Base Camp Trek was absolutely incredible trekking! I was fortunate enough to be paired with a great group for this journey and, hands down, the best guide on the mountain. Nima Sherpa was knowledgeable, experienced, patient and hilarious. He knew the right way like the back of his hand which put all of our group at ease and able to focus on the task at hand. Beyond his professionalism, Nima made the journey fun. He laughed with us and encouraged us, all the while making sure the endless logistics were handled. EBC trek is a must-do in life and you'll want the best of the best, which is Peregrine treks with a great guide.

Emmett  

Wonderful Everest Experience

02-Oct-2021

Everest Base Camp Trek is absolutely wonderful experience with Peregrine Treks and field staff! We experienced some AMS so had to change our plans, but our guide Nima was very helpful and flexible showing us a different way down so we could see and experience even more beautiful scenery, local people, mountains and glaciers with wild animals.

Gloria  

Energetic guide and wonderful trekking

21-Oct-2021

Luckily we got amazing guide Mingma with Peregrine Treks! He is very energetic and on top of all the logistics on a day to day basis getting our flights, meals and rooms arranged. During the Everest Base Camp Trek Mingma was great at respecting our pace as we made our way up and at answering any questions we had about the Sherpa culture, the peaks, their heights, mountains, Mani Walls, Sherpa lifestyle etc.

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