Everest Base Camp Trek

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Everest Base Camp Trek

12 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

Visiting: Phakding, Namche Bazar, Khunde, Khumjung Monastery, Edmund Hillary School, Tyangboche, Dingboche, Nagarjun hill side inn, Lobuche, Gorakshep, Everest Base Camp, Pheriche, Kala Patthar, Kathmandu

Tour operator:

Swotah Travel and Adventure

Tour code:

ACT12

Specialist Group:

Family/Kids

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 14

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

15-80

Special diets catered:

Meat, Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Private Available:

From:

$1200

$1140 (USD) The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$60

Tour Overview

Experience the magnificence of Mount Everest up close with a 12-day trek to its base camp. This adventure is a blend of challenging trekking and awe-inspiring natural scenery, leading you to the foot of the tallest mountain in the world. The journey begins in Lukla, a town located at 2,860 meters above sea level, which serves as the starting point of ebc trek. The trail leads trekkers through a staggering ascent to an altitude of 5,364 meters at the Everest Base Camp, coupled with an exhilarating climb to Kala Patthar's remarkable vantage point at 5,645 meters, offering an unobstructed panorama of the Everest massif. Along the journey, hikers have the privilege to immerse themselves in the vibrant Sherpa culture in settlements such as Namche Bazaar, which stands at a considerable elevation of 3,440 meters and acts as a hub for acclimatization and exploration of local traditions, including a possible visit to the spiritual haven of the Tengboche Monastery. The trail navigates through dense rhododendron forests, over tumultuous rivers, past shimmering glaciers, and through quaint villages offering an intimate glance into the warm and resilient Sherpa community. The ever-changing tapestry of environments offers a rich array of biodiversity, from pine and bamboo forests to alpine meadows, home to diverse flora and fauna. Notwithstanding the breathtaking views of the colossal peaks, including Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam, that guard the trail with grandeur, the trek embraces spiritual nourishment through interactions with the local population and a deeper connection to oneself fostered by the natural wonders. Acclimatization to the increasing altitudes is vital, aiding in a successful and enriching trekking experience devoid of altitude sickness, allowing trekkers to fully absorb the spiritual magnetism and raw beauty of the region. The journey, both an external exploration and an internal voyage, yields not only an achievement of reaching the historical base of the world's highest peak but the nurturing of a deep-seated respect and connection to the majestic mountains and the rich tapestry of culture and tradition woven into the very fabric of the Khumbu region.

Highlights

Scenic flight to and from Lukla.
Exploring Namche Bazaar and Sherpa culture.
Panoramic views from Syangboche.
Visit to the ancient Tengboche Monastery.
Sunrise from Kala Patthar (5,545m).

Places You'll See

Everest Base Camp Trek

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Day 1 : Fly To Lukla/ Trek To Phakding (2656 M)

Location: Phakding, Tenzing-Hillary Airport

Accommodation: Hotel

Start with pickup from your hotel and travel to Tribhuvan International Airport to take an early flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. On arriving at Lukla after 30 to 35 minutes, the adventure begins. With a motive to guide us out of Lukla, you will first hike to the Pasang Lhamu Memorial Gate, from where the path of the trek goes down to the beautiful village of Phakkding along with other gorgeous Sherpa villages like Thalsharoa, Chheplung, Thado Koshi Gaon, and Chhuthawa. We are going to be pleased with a magical view of the Kusum Kangru and Dudh Koshi rivers. After walking for about 4 hours, Phakding welcomes us.

Day 2 : Trek To Namche

Location: Namche Bazar

Accommodation: Hotel

After an early morning breakfast, the trekking continues through a dense forest of pine and a few suspension bridges. We will also enjoy the sight of Toktok, Bengkar, and Chhamuwa, leading us to Monjo. From Monjo, you enter Sagarmatha National park after all the requirements are met. The trek begins to climb down from here steeply, and you will eventually be crossing the Dudh Koshi river by bridge. Then we arrive at Larja Dovan, followed by Larja bridge, walking the trail of the lower river bank and forest. Crossing the Larja bridge, the majestic view of Mt.Everest smiles at us. From here, to reach Mislung the rocky path crosses forests and hills. An easy walk from Mislung takes us to Namche. Upon arriving at Namche, you can either stroll around and explore Namche or rest at a teahouse.

Day 3 : Acclimatization Day

Location: Namche Bazar, Khunde, Khumjung Monastery, Edmund Hillary School

Accommodation: Hotel

This day will be spent focusing on ways to prevent us from possible mountain sickness. Instead of sitting dully, we will be hiking for the entire day through Khunde, Khumjung, and back to Namche. You will get a view of Khunde, Namche, Ama Dablam, and Pachermo Peak from the Hillary Memorial viewpoint. On our way here, the trail offers a splendid view of Thamserku peaks before arriving at Khunde Tsamkhang, which is a stunning Buddhist temple which is located above Khunde village. We will explore Khunde and continue moving towards Khumjung, the Khumbu region’s largest village. Along with the Mani wall and Khumjung monastery, the village also has Hillary school, a school built by Sir Edmund Hillary. The night after the hike will be spent at Namche Bazar.

Day 4 : Trek To Tengboche (3870 M)

Location: Tyangboche

Accommodation: Hotel

After breakfast walking past Phunki Thanga through the village with the largest and most astonishing monastery in the Everest region climbing down, we reach Sagarmatha National park. From here, you will experience the most beautiful view of snow-capped mountains like Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Lhotse, and Nuptse. After these magical views, you arrive at Tengboche, from where we should be able to witness a Buddhist ceremony if you arrive on time. To relieve all the stress from the trek, accommodation will be arranged at a teahouse in Tengboche.

Day 5 : Trek To Dingboche (4410 M)

Location: Dingboche

Accommodation: Hotel

On this day of Everest base camp trek, we will get sight of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam after trekking downhill through a beautiful rhododendron forest along with birch and conifers trees. Then you will move towards Pangboche, passing the Imja river by climbing down until Debuche. After reaching Pangboche, we continue to move forward, admiring the view of the Himalayas and Pangboche monastery. From here, in order to arrive in Dingboche, you will cross the beautiful Lobuche river and ascend for a while. Overnight stay in a teahouse at Dingboche.

Day 6 : Acclimatization Day

Location: Dingboche, Nagarjun hill side inn

Accommodation: Hotel

To tackle the possible sickness that The Everest base camp trek has, acclimatization is a must. For the day, we will be involved in actively walking around beautiful and small villages with terrific lands of farms, and fields of barley, buckwheat, and potatoes as it helps in acclimatization. Observing and admiring views of Mt.Makalu, Lhotse, Cholatse, Tawache, Ama Dablam, and others, you will also be part of the hike to Nagarjun hill. After a very pleasant and active day, the night will be spent in a teahouse at Dingboche.

Day 7 : Trek To Lobuche (4940 M)

Location: Lobuche

Accommodation: Hotel

After breakfast, you will move towards Lobuche. We will slowly climb up as the trail elevates higher and higher from here. Through boulder-strewn slopes that take you to Chupki Lhara climbing terminal moraine of Khumbu glacier, give you the thrill of adventure. On moving further up for a while from Khumbu glacier, the Everest base camp trek’s another destination for the day, Lobuche, is reached. Teahouse will be arranged for an overnight stay.

Day 8 : Trek To Gorakshep (5170 M/Everest Base Camp (5364 M)

Location: Gorakshep, Everest Base Camp

Accommodation: Hotel

Cherishing the glorious view of Mt. Everest along with other snow-capped peaks like Pumori, Mahalangur, Lingtern, Khumbutse, Nuptse, etc., we march towards Gorkashep after warm breakfast in the morning. Firstly you trek accompanied by moraine of Khumbu glacier. Before moving further through beautiful streams, and rocky paths along with other mountains that finally get us closer to Everest itself, you will devour lunch at Gorakshep. From this location, Nuptse, Khumbutse, and Pumori mountains will also come into our sight. The night will be spent in a teahouse at Gorakshep

Day 9 : Kalapatthar (5545 M)/Pheriche (4288 M)

Location: Pheriche, Kala Patthar

Accommodation: Hotel

The trek starts early in the morning to catch the golden sunrise with a climb up for several hours and to get us to Kalapatthar. The highlight of this particular day is the sunrise from Kalapatthar that strikes on Mount Everest and gives a golden reflection. On climbing down, you will be blessed with breathtaking views of other mountains like Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Taboche, Cholatse, and Lobuche. At Kalapatthar, you will enjoy a delicious breakfast and then move back to Gorakshep, then resume trekking to Pheriche through a rocky route. We will stop here and stay at a teahouse.

Day 10 : Trek To Namche

Location: Namche Bazar

Accommodation: Hotel

After having breakfast in the morning, we will first leave for Tengboche by climbing down for a bit. You will again be back at Sagarmatha National Park, surrounded by majestic snowcapped mountains all the way to Namche. The accommodation for the night at Namche will be arranged in a teahouse.

Day 11 : Trek Lukla

Location: Tenzing-Hillary Airport

Accommodation: Hotel

We will get back to the place where the Everest base camp trek started, which is Lukla. Walking our way back to Pheding through divine Dudhkoshi, you will reach Lukla. Our trail has a suspension bridge of Thado Koshi river and small but vivid Sherpa villages. You will spend your last night on the lap of mountains in a teahouse.

Day 12 : Back To Kathmandu

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

From Lukla airport, we take our flight back to Kathmandu. Since the whole day will be ahead of us after arriving at the capital, it is up to you to either take a stroll around the city or just rest in the hotel.

What's Included

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International Travel
Meals
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Accommodation

Comfortable teahouse lodges chosen for their hospitality, cleanliness, and comfort. Rooms are typically on a twin-sharing basis with common bathrooms. Upgrades to rooms with attached bathrooms are available upon request, subject to availability.

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