Key Himalayan Geographical Offerings Of The Everest Base Camp Trek
19 Popular Peaks:
Ama Dablam ( 6856m ), Cholatse ( 6440m ), Kala Pattar ( 5545m ), Kangtega ( 6782m ), Khumbutse ( 6636m ), Kongde ( 6187m ), Kusum Kangguru ( 6367m ), Lhotse ( 8516m ), Lhotse middle ( 8430m ), Lhotse Shar ( 8400m ), Lingtren ( 6714m ), Lobuche East ( 6119m ), Makalu ( 8462m ), Mount Everest ( 8850m ), Nupla ( 5885m ), Nuptse ( 7861m ), Pumori ( 7165m ), Thamserku ( 6608m ), Tobuche ( 6495m )
1 National Parks Or Forest Reserve:
Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park
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- Day 1
- D1Delhi
- Day 2
- D2Kathmandu
- Day 2
- Lukla
- Day 3
- D3Phakding
- Day 3
- Jorsalle
- Day 3
- Everest View Point
- Day 4
- D4Namche Bazaar
- Day 4
- Everest View Hotel
- Day 5
- D5Namche Bazaar
- Day 5
- Kyanjuma
- Day 5
- Phunki Thenga
- Day 6
- D6Tengboche
- Day 6
- Pangboche
- Day 6
- Tsuo Og
- Day 7
- D7Dingboche
- Day 8
- D8Dingboche
- Day 8
- Dusa
- Day 8
- Phulung Karpo
- Day 9
- D9Dughla
- Day 10
- D10Lobuche
- Day 10
- Thangma Riju
- Day 10
- Gorakshep
- Day 10
- Kala Patthar
- Day 11
- D11Gorakshep
- Day 11
- Everest BC
- Day 12
- D12Perichche
- Day 12
- Pangboche
- Day 12
- Tengboche
- Day 13
- D13Namche Bazaar
- Day 13
- Jorsalle
- Day 13
- Phakding
- Day 14
- D14Lukla
- Day 15
- D15Kathmandu
- Day 16
- D16Kathmandu
- Day 17
- Lukla
Everest Base Camp Trek Daywise Itinerary
Day 1Arrival In Kathmandu
Overnight In: Kathmandu (1300m )
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Cost Of Transport Included: No
Activity: Rest, City Explore Day
On booking a trek with us, you will be shared your hotel details of Kathmandu before you fly to Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, either by air, or by road, you will be directed or guided to your Hotel.
Your trek leader welcomes you there and guides you to your room. You may spend the rest of the day shopping remaining stuffs for the trek in Thamel, or take a local tour.
We will meet over a welcome dinner where we get introduced to the team and share few important details for the trek. A feast on typical Nepalese cuisines after that and then we wish Good Night to each other.
Our cabs will be ready to drive us to airport tomorrow. So be prepared and on time to board our flight to Lukla.
Day 2From Kathmandu To Phakding, Via - Lukla
- Day 2
- 1300 - Kathmandu
- Day 2
- 2860 - Lukla
- Day 2
- 2655 - Phakding
4 - 5hrs.Activity: Fly, Trek Day
Overnight In: Phakding (2652m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Early morning, we leave for Kathmandu Domestic Airport. We board the 9 - 11 seater flight to Lukla. This airport has the reputation of being the World's Most Dangerous Airport !! The view outside from the window is breathtaking. All the white tall peaks of Nepal can be seen guarded by the greener ones. Remember to take your seat to your left while going, and to your right while returning.
After some 40 minutes we experience a sudden landing which is not so smooth as we are used to. We then unboard the flight and land in the beautiful location of the Lukla airport. Once we collect our bags, we exit out of the airport to a have some hot breakfast before starting the much awaited trek to the Everest Base Camp.
Today's trek is a short walk of around 7.5 kms, and takes about 3 - 4 hours with lunch time included. The trail is beautiful with lots of small Buddhist Chortens, Mane walls, prayer flags, terrace farmings of the Himalayas with tall mountains encircling you all round, and off-course - the suspension bridges crossing over the Dudh Kosi river multiple times !!
On reaching Phakding, we check in to our rooms and ease out for the day.
Day 3From Phakding To Namche Bazaar, Via - Jorsalle, Everest View Point
- Day 3
- 2655 - Phakding
- Day 3
- 2825 - Jorsalle
- Day 3
- 2925 - Everest View Point
- Day 3
- 3440 - Namche Bazaar
5 - 6hrs.Activity: Trek Day
Overnight In: Namche Bazaar (3440m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Today we criss cross the Dudh Koshi river several times through suspension bridges and climb up to Namche Bazaar at 3440m. The trail is very exciting and happening as you trek along with trekkers from different nations. As you go on, Thamserku ( 6618m ) and Kusum Kangru ( 6369m ) rises elegantly on your right to keep you inspiring. We cross the settlements of Benkar, Chumoa, Monjo, to arrive at the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park. Our permits to enter will be made here. This place has a small museum inside worth checking while we get the permits done. We walk for some 30 more minutes more to stop for lunch at Jorsalle. We have another checking and the we are all set to negotiate the steep climb to Namche Bazaar. The trail initially goes down to the river as be walk beside it and then start to climb gradually. We cross another suspension bridge high up which can be seen much before we walk on it. From here, the trail zig-zags up to "The First Everest View Point". If the weather is clear, we can see Everest behind the Lhotse and Nuptse ridge through the leaves and branches of the trees. From here, Namche checkpost is an hour distance where we make our entries again. After getting it done, we head to our Lodge for tonight. Its some 30 minutes walk from here.
On reaching, we checkin to our rooms and ease out for the day. We have reached a very good height today. Namche is a very important place on this route. Its an ancient trade hub which has flourished very well due to tourism. The place is surrounded grand views of Himalayan peaks. Don't miss the sunset behind Thamserku.
Day 4Acclimatization Day
Walk To Everest View Hotel. Return To Namche Bazaar
- Day 4
- 3440 - Namche Bazaar
- Day 4
- 3880 - Everest View Hotel
- Day 4
- 3440 - Namche Bazaar
4 - 5hrs.Activity: Trek Day
Overnight In: Namche Bazaar (3440m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Today we start the day to climb up to Everest View Hotel for acclimatization. From here, we can view the beautiful peak of Ama Dablam, Thamserku, The little hump of Kangtega, Everest, Nuptse, a little of Lhotse, Cholatse and Tobuche. This is at 3880m and gives us a very good altitude to acclimatize for the days to come. We head back to Namche for lunch. Post lunch, we may take a local tour of Namche. There is a monastery, few bakeries and shops.
Day 5From Namche Bazaar To Tengboche, Via - Kyanjuma, Phunki Thenga
- Day 5
- 3440 - Namche Bazaar
- Day 5
- 3520 - Kyanjuma
- Day 5
- 3300 - Phunki Thenga
- Day 5
- 3870 - Tengboche
5 - 6hrs.Activity: Trek Day
Overnight In: Tengboche (3870m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
After yesterday's acclimatization walk and a much needed break in Namche Bazaar, today we start our trek towards Tengboche. All throughout the trek, we will get superb view of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and close up view of Thamserku if we are not unlucky.
The trek route for the day is comfortable, following a gradual trail with few ups and downs, all surrounded by the magnificence and charm of the great Himalayas of Nepal. If you are further lucky, on the way we can also spot wild lives like the Himalayan pheasant, musk deer, or a herd of Himalayan Thar.
The trek route from Namche Bazaar till Kyangjuma is almost flat and a slight descend. The route follows till Sansa from where the trail splits. One goes to Gokyo valley, while the other one to the Everest Base Camp. From Sanasa, the trek is simple through the pine forests and crosses yet another bridge over the Dudh Koshi River to bring us to Phunki Thenga - a small commercial settlement with a few tea-houses and an army post. It is our preferred place to have lunch.
Post lunch, we need to trek further, and slightly steeper to Tengboche. Tengboche offers excellent views of Ama-Dablam, Nuptse, and Everest. It houses the a biggest Buddhist Monastery in the region and is famous for pre-Everest climbing rituals. We visit it in the evening free time.
A nice plate of hot Dal/Bhaat/ Tarkari is a pleasant way to end our beautiful day.Slowly and relaxed, we are approaching closer to the Everest Base Camp.
Day 6From Tengboche To Dingboche, Via - Pangboche, Tsuo Og
- Day 6
- 3870 - Tengboche
- Day 6
- 3950 - Pangboche
- Day 6
- 4050 - Tsuo Og
- Day 6
- 4360 - Dingboche
5 - 6hrs.Activity: Trek Day
Overnight In: Dingboche (4360m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Wake up to a peaceful morning in Tengboche. Today we head further up and closer to the Everest Base Camp. We trek till Dingboche.
The trail to the village of Pangboche village is straight up after crossing the river. The views are just amazing with Ama Dablam dominating them all. It takes about a little more than 2 hours to reach Pangboche, where we can break for a light snack. This vilage once had become famous for the 'hand' which was believed to be that of a Yeti's. DNA studies proved it to be of a human being's.
From Pangboche, a walk of another hour brings us to Tsuo Og where the trail splits again. One goes to Periche and another to the Imza Valley and Chukung. We take the right trail and continue on a steep trek to reach Dingboche.
Day 7Rest / Acclimatization Day
- Day 7
- 4360 - Dingboche
- Day 7
- 4360 - Dingboche
4hrs.Activity: Rest and Acclimatization Day
Overnight In: Dingboche (4360m )
Accommodation: Tea Houses
Meals Included: All Meals
This Rest Day can be utilized anywhere between Dingboche and Periche or used to shorten the trek distances.
Day 8From Dingboche To Dughla, Via - Dusa, Phulung Karpo
- Day 8
- 4360 - Dingboche
- Day 8
- 4430 - Dusa
- Day 8
- 4495 - Phulung Karpo
- Day 8
- 4600 - Dughla
3 - 4hrs.Activity: Trek Day
Overnight In: Dughla (4600m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Most of the trekkers take a rest day in Dingboche. However, we advise, despite of resting in Dingboche move further for a short trek to Dughla. We do have a PAID BUFFER DAY. So use it strategically.
Today, we trek to Duglha up along the Khumbu Khola. The views are just perfect surrounding us. We cross by Dusa and Phulung Karpo to reach Dughla. The Chola Lake is located above the campsite of Phulung Karpo. Excellent views of Mt. Pumori greet us today.
With views of Cholatse, Nuptse and Thamserku, Dughla is a nice place to be in and ideal for slowing our pace to the Everest Base Camp as we are trekking above 4500 meters. This will reduce our exertion and maximize our chances of better acclimatization.
Day 9From Dughla To Lobuche, Via - Chupki Lhara
- Day 9
- 4600 - Dughla
- Day 9
- 4940 - Lobuche
2 - 3hrs.Activity: Trek Day
Overnight In: Lobuche (4940m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Today we take ourselves yet closer to the Everest Base Camp. Our day starts with a warm welcome by the sun and hot cup of coffee.
From Duglha, we trek up through the steep terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. We ascend to reach Chupki Lhara from where great views of the surrounding panorama is sought. He we also find the memorials of the legendary mountaineer Babu Chiri Sherpa, who summited Mt. Everest 10 times and that of Scott Fischer.
Soon, we are welcomed by the multiple peaks of Lingtren, the pyramid of Pumori and Khumbutse and other peaks of Mahalangur Himal. The altitude is high here and the terrain is rough too. Lobuche is just little ahead and soon we reach there.
It was a short walk to day, and was totally aimed at acclimatizing better.
Day 10From Lobuche To Gorakshep, Via - Thangma Riju . Excursion to Kala Patthar
- Day 10
- 4940 - Lobuche
- Day 10
- 5085 - Thangma Riju
- Day 10
- 5170 - Gorakshep
- Day 10
- 5555 - Kala Patthar
- Day 10
- 5170 - Gorakshep
6 - 7hrs.Activity: Trek Day
Overnight In: Gorakshep (5170m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
The trail to Gorak Shep follows the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. A short trek to Thangma Riju will give us a chance to witness the grand vista of the mighty peaks. The north ridge of Everest along is visible besides Pumori. Mahalangur, Lingtern, Khumbutse and Nuptse, etc makes it a rewarding sight. Its a 360 degree vista from here. Enjoy it !!
After enjoying the view, we then climb up steeply along the Changri Glacier. There we get the first sight of Kala Patthar beneath Pumori. Gorak Shep is a place where you are surrounded by snow cladded mountains all round, including the top of the world - Mt. Everest.
The dusk view from Kala Patthar is more honorable than the dawn view, so it is proposed to visit Kala Patthar today amid nightfall. As the setting sun's beams strike the snow topped mountains the subsequent view is incredible.
We begin well in time post lunch to get the sensational perspectives of the surrounding view from Kala Patthar seeing the last light of the day reflecting on Mount Everest. Recognizable peaks, to the likes of Lingtren, Khumbutse, Changtse tower toward the east even as Everest uncovers itself between the west shoulder peak and Nuptse. Amid the climb to Kala Patthar, we rest multiple times to catch for some breath as it is a demanding climb, and also to capture few extraordinary perspectives of the mountains.
After a strenuous climb for some hours, we reach Kala Patthar. We scramble few rough patches and reach the summit set apart by cairns and prayer flags. As we are on the top, we enjoy some of the most unimaginable Himalayan Panorama, meandering relentlessly between one massif and then onto the next. We take the greatest number of pictures as we can and bring seep in the perspective - a moment to last lifetime.
We return to rest at Gorakshep tonight. We will be visiting the Everest Base Camp tomorrow.. so we sleep excited !!
Day 11From Gorakshep To Perichche, Via - Everest BC
- Day 11
- 5170 - Gorakshep
- Day 11
- 5365 - Everest BC
- Day 11
- 4280 - Perichche
8 - 9hrs.Activity: Trek Day
Overnight In: Perichche (4280m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Today is the climax of our trip. We will visit the base camp of Mount Everest - The highest mountain of the World !!
After a good and quick breakfast, we take the trail leading to the Everest Base Camp through the Gorak Shep Lake. Proceeding straight ahead, we pass by our Army's (India Army) Mountaineers' Memorial.
After tackling the glacial moraine of Khumbu glacier, we reach the Everest Base Camp. It from here where mountaineers attempt the summit of the glorious mountain. Mt. Everest is hidden from here and Nuptse, Khumbuste and Pumori are the mountains we can see from the base camp.
Having reached here, we have completed a part of our trek, living it to the fullest. Now its time to return within the safe time as we need to push to Periche for the night halt.
Day 12From Pheriche To Namche Bazaar, Via - Pangboche, Tengboche
- Day 12
- 4280 - Pheriche
- Day 12
- 3950 - Pangboche
- Day 12
- 3870 - Tengboche
- Day 12
- 3440 - Namche Bazaar
5 - 6hrs.Activity: Trek Day
Overnight In: Namche Bazaar (3440m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
We have completed our objective to trek till Everest Base Camp. Now its all about getting ourself safely back to Lukla and then to our home.
Today, we trek down till Namche Bazaar, and since we are well acclimatized, we can't believe how fast we can do so.
From Periche, we trek down to Pangboche and then retrace our route to Tengboche, Phunki Tenga, Sanasa, Kyangjuma and then finaly to Namche Bazaar. We have lunch as per our choice enroute Namche Bazaar.
Once we reach Kyanjumma, do savor the last views of the glorious mountains.
Day 13From Namche Bazaar To Lukla, Via - Jorsalle, Phakding
- Day 13
- 3440 - Namche Bazaar
- Day 13
- 2825 - Jorsalle
- Day 13
- 2655 - Phakding
- Day 13
- 2860 - Lukla
5 - 6hrs.Activity: Trek Day
Overnight In: Lukla (2860m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Today we bring an end to our trekking days. We retrace our steps back to Lukla.
Day 14From Lukla To Kathmandu
- Day 14
- 2860 - Lukla
- Day 14
- 1300 - Kathmandu
2hrs.Activity: Fly, City Surfing Day
Overnight In: Kathmandu (1300m )
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, we fly back to Kathmandu and checkin into our Hotel. We spend the day in our own way and according to our own priorities. Show may shop for family and relatives, while some may rest, while some may go for river rafting, bunjee jumping or temple visits. You may also get a tattoo done. We meet for a farewell dinner at night.
Day 15Extra Buffer Day (Unpaid)
This is an unplanned and unpaid buffer day to be included in the itinerary incase of any weather contingencies, flight delays, flight cancellations, political problems, roadblockages, etc. The cost of it is not included and needs to be paid for as per situation
Day 16Extra Buffer Day (Unpaid)
This is an unplanned and unpaid buffer day to be included in the itinerary incase of any weather contingencies, flight delays, flight cancellations, political problems, roadblockages, etc. The cost of it is not included and needs to be paid for as per situation
Why Should You Do The Everest Base Camp Trek
- Mt. Everest 8850m - World's highest peak. This trek goes to the base camp of the World's highest mountain, where mountaineers spends over a month to climb it.
- Array of High peaks of the Nepal Himalayas - Right from the time you take your flight to Lukla till the end, you get to see numerous High peaks of the Nepal Himalayas, namely Nupla, Kongde, Khumde, Thamserku, Kusum Kangru, Kangtega, Ama Dablam, Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Machermo, Cholatse, Tabuche, etc.
- The thrilling flight to Lukla, World's most dangerous airport. Apart from the flying experience, the view from flight is breath taking. All high peaks of the Nepal Himalayas are visible.
- Trek through the rhododendron forest in the Himalayas. During the springs, the trail till Namche is colourful due to the blooming of the Rhododendrons.
- Birding and animal sight, if lucky.
- High Altitude and super panorama of peaks from Kala Patthar 5554m
- Sunrise and sunset on the mountain peaks.
- Witness Shepra hospitality and Neplese culture on the trek
Everest Base Camp Trek - Elaborate Description
"The Everest Base Camp Trek is all about Mt. Everest " !! Huh ... No.. Not at all.. !! Okay, so lets talk about it..
The Everest Base Camp Trek definitely offers stunning views of Mount Everest. On this trek, you do not just view the classic mountain from a distance, but you trek upto its base camp from where lots of mountaineers from different parts of the World, take their first steps on the mountain to reach its summit. Walking the trails through Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche and Gorakshep and then to Everest Base Camp, this is for sure a trek you must do to gift yourself an experience for a lifetime !! Tough the Everest Base Camp Trek is focused around Mt. Everest, but its not just about it. Its about so many other unique experiences you go through on the trek as well !!
Walking on the legendary footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa to the base camp of the highest mountain in the World - Mount Everest 8850 meters is an experience in itself. To live the true spirits on that specific line, you can rather start this trek from Jiri, and not Lukla, as when they had trekked to the Everest Base Camp, there were no airports by the name of Tenzng Hillary Airport in Lukla. Few hardcore trekkers still do this trek from Jiri and return via Jiri. However, currently the Government in Nepal is on plan to connect Lukla easily by road from Jiri and onwards. The road-head now gets closer and can be driven till Salleri. Once thats complete, we can definitely get off with the Lukla Flight Inconsistencies Problem
Simple Life Lessons From a Sherpa - While this trek is about the mighty Mt. Everest, its also about experiencing the always joyful, jolly and smiling Sherpas - one of the hardest human beings known on the planet. Isn't it an awesome realization to conclude that one of the Hardest people in the World are also one of the Happiest people on Earth. Yes, they are, just because they are very simple and the value of simplicity has no alternative !! The Everest Base Camp trek is also about experiencing the Sherpas, their way of life, their deep trust and faith in the peaceful preaching of Lord Buddha, their hospitality, elegance in the mountains, and so many other things. Here, its a chance to be inspired by them. You will definitely take back fond memories of them.
Summit of Kalapatthar 5550 meters - On this trek we also summit the famous and strategic Kalapatthar. The truth is, Mt. Everest is not clearly viewed from the Everest Base Camp and is blocked. So a climb to Kalapatthar is much desired which offers grands views all round. The views from the top can't just be spoken in few words. From Kalapatthar you get to witness the grand vista of the tallest mountains in the world. At 5554 meters, this is also the highest point of the trek. Views of Everest, Nuptse and Lhotse during sunrise or sunset will be to your soul's contentment.
Experiencing The Most Turbulent Flights Ever ! The flight to Lukla is one of the thrilling experiences of the trek to the Kumbhu region. Experience one of World's most dangerous and exciting flight to board in the World.
A grand Panorama of many mesmerizing peaks of the Kumbhu region - While this trek is about Mt. Everest, the other elegant peaks are great to see as well !! On this trek, also witness the grand panoramas of the snow cladded and mesmerizing peaks in the Nepal Himalayas. Apart from the views of Mt. Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kusum Kangri, Kang Tega, Tobuche, Lobuche, Cholatse, Pumori, Nirekha, Machermo, Khungde, Kongde, and lots of other peaks add to a beautiful experience.
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