Everest Base Camp Trek(EBC)

  • Trekking

  • 15 Days

  • Hard

  • 5,545 m

  • KTM- 4*hotel Trek period - Tea house

  • Mar-April-May / Oct-Nov-Dec

  • USD 1500 ( 2 pax+)

We the team of Sherpa Khangri and Guinness World Record holder Temba Tsheri Sherpa takes you the most exciting and remarkable trekking route of Nepal . Everest Base Camp 5364 m . Feel the excitement , joy and thrill of this adventure trekking with landing in one of the dangerous airport Lukla -the gateway to Everest, then to the capital of Sherpa Namche bazaar, hike to Everest view hotel - Guinness World Record (2004) as highest placed hotel. We then en route visit Tengboche monastery - the oldest monastery in Tengboche village . Further our trail heads to the village of Dingboche , Lobuche and Gorakshep . Hike to Everest Base camp and Kalapatthar brings the dream come true moment of watching very closely the mighty - Everest .

Highlights of the trip

  • Close view of mountains like Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Cho-oyu Mt. Pumori, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Thamserku, Mt. AmaDablam and many more
  • Majestic top view point from highest point :  Kalapatthar 5545 m
  • Cultural aspect of local people, Sherpa culture, local food , dress, museum, lifestyle,Sherpa culture museum
  • Big rocks ,mani stones engraved of “Om Mane Padme Hun”
  • Pass through famous suspension bridge ‘Hillary Bridge’
  • Century old monastery
  • Encounter to visit Gompa and see 'Yeti skull'
  • Nepal's biggest Khumbu and longest Ngozumpa glaciers
  • Feel self of experiencing this adventure once in a life time 

 

Mount Everest is dream of any adventurer. It is the world highest peak and everyone dreams to view the majestic nature of this peak. It is located in Khumbu region of Nepal. There are number of other high peaks around this region. Everest base Camp trek or shortly called EBC, is one of the best trekking route in whole world. Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Cho-oyu Mt. Pumori, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Thamserku, and Mt. AmaDablam are some of the notable peaks that are seen in this trekking. The trail that goes through rivers, mountains, dense green forests which make the trip memorable. 

Khumbu is also known the local people. The majority of people are from indigenous community of Sherpa. They are well known as mountaineers. The friendly nature of the local people are always welcoming side of the trip. There are number of things that are related to culture and tradition of people which can be interesting to tourists. The religious aspect of the region is also another major part of the trip. Lifestyle of local are highly influenced by their belief. Most of residents in the region are Buddhist. Age old monasteries and festivals that are performed here can be amazing experience to the people from outside. 

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Itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu. 1400 Mtr

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Arrival in Kathmandu International airport. Welcome by our office representative with Nepali tradition garland or khadas then transfer to hotel . Check in and rest day free . Hang around Thamel- touristic hub city on availability of time. Short briefing in evening with welcome Nepali cuisine dinner with Guide or office representative(s). Back to hotel and overnight. 

Meals: Welcome dinner Accommodation: Hotel
Day 02

Preparation Day in Kathmandu.

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Today we have free time for shopping & buying/renting trekking gears. You can discuss with Guide or Staff from our office. They will arrange time & assist you for shopping. Thamel-a touristic hub have many Outdoor shops with branded and Local brands as well. On request you can take a Kathmandu city sightseeing . Back to hotel and overnight.   

Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel
Day 03

Kathmandu to Ramechhap 5 hours –Lukla 30 mins -Phakding (2652 m).

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Early morning, we will take Jeep ride to Ramechhap airport about 5 hours  & take a flight to Lukla. Since in touistic season Kathmandu airport air traffic be very busy of Lukla flights . So its schedule from Ramechhap which takes of about 15mins flight . After landing Lukla we will meet our Porter supporting staffs brothers then start trekking towards Phakding. It’s an easy downhill walk of 3-4 hours. The trail is busy with trekkers, local people, mules and zopkyo (YAK) carrying goods which is only one means of transport .  

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 04

Phakding to NamcheBazaar (3440 m) 7 hours.

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Today after breakfast the  trail runs alongside DudhKoshi River crossing through pine and oak forest. We will cross several suspension bridge same river flown from Himalayas. We will be entering Sagarmatha National Park where our permits are checked by appointed Nepal government Military officer along our trekking bags. We then cross one of the famous suspension bridge- The Hillary bridge. After crossing we then get to see first glimpse of ‘Mount Everest’ on this day if the weather is pleasant. Reach Namche bazzar after 7 hours, the surrounding attracts us with joy . Rest and overnight. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 05

Namche Bazaar: Acclimatization day.

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Today after breakfast we do short hiking to Everest View Hotel & back to Namche. Acclimatization is an important part of any trip to altitude. It helps body to adjust and rejuvenate to the environment. Namche Bazaar is interesting place to take rest. It is known as Sherpa Capital. You can see culture, and lifestyle of local here. You can visit museum to understand Sherpa community. You can explore local market. Modern amenities like ATM, Internet Café, Shops, restaurants, bakery etc. are available to enjoy

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 06

Namche Bazar to Pangboche (3800m) 6-7 hours.

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Today is the long day trail . So we start our trail after breakfast . We pass by one of the best trail to Tengboche where on right side of trail passing the Dudhkoshi river and stunning Mt. Ama Dablam view. We pass by many Chorten (Stupa), painted in big rocks the prayer mantra “ Om Mane Padme Hun” and praying flag hanged in the path gives amazing view to the scenery. On this day a clear view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku and many others mountain can be observe. Enroute we pass by famous Tengboche Monastery which is one of the oldest monastery on highest altitude. Our trail then pass downhill crossing suspension bridge then uphill to reach Pangboche after 7 hours. Rest and overnight .

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 07

Pangboche (3800m) to Dingboche (4243m) 3 hours.

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As we head our trail , thin air and altitude rise can be felt within. So today we slowly and gradual trail to reach Dingboche. It’s an easy ascent without any steep climb or downhill. Early start on this particular day give good sunrise view of Mt. Ama Dablam. Rest day explore the surrounding , picture snap etc. Overnight .

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 08

Acclimatization day in Dingboche.

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Acclimatization is very important in altitude. It is best to rejuvenate body to climb further in altitude. After breakfast you are able to hike to the top of the Nangkartshang hill with Guide which is about 5,083m. You can either hike to top of the hill or  hike around to be familiar with the altitude. Rest day enjoy the beauty and surroundings. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 09

Dingboche to Lobuche (4730m) 4-5 hours.

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Today after breakfast we start slowly ascend our trail. The surrounding gradually be terrain arid landscape. Just across the river a seasonal running few tea houses stops for Lunch at Thukla. An hour stair climb above Thulka is a memorial park of climbers who lost their lives in different parts of climbing in the world.  Continue our trail a straight barren landscape and rocky reaches to Lobuche. Lobuche is a small settlement with very few tea houses. But the settlements are only on seasonal based.  Khumbu Glacier lies next to the settlement and  infront we could see beautiful Mt. Pumori and other ranges. Rest and enjoy the beauty. Overnight. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 10

Lobuche to GorakShep (5,170 m) - Everest Base Camp (5,364m) and back to GorakShep 8 - 9 hours.

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Finally we are in our main day . It’s a long day walk but gives us boost energize to be at base camp. After breakfast we slowly head ahead rocky trail with terrain landscape up and down . We then reach by 3 hours to Gorak Shep. Place our baggages and with lunch we head next 2 hours to Base camp. From EBC we can view 360 degree view of ranges  including Mt. Everest. But only part of Everest can be seen behind western shoulder. Amazing view of Khumbu icefall, Khumbu glacier, Mt. Nuptse, Pumori, Khumbutse makes experience worthy to travel . This view of once inlife time experience give ambience of memory capture and we return back to GorakShep . Rest and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 11

GorakShep to Kala Patthar (5545 m) and Pangboche (3985 m) 8 - 9 hours.

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Kala Patthar is highest point in whole trip. To view the real top Everest summit peak ,it is recommended to start early for sunrise view. A trail of uphill about 2 hours at  the top of Kala Patthar, we can view 360 degree view of mountain range. Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse,  Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Pumori, and many more. This is the moment we live in for and our whole trek . After we retun back take breakfast and descend back to Pangboche about 7-8 hours. Rest completely and overnight .  

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 12

Pangboche to Namche 6-7 hours.

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We descend our trek back to Namche after breakfast. It will be long walk but easy walk because coming down is easier. In Namche there are many good restaurant , pubs & coffee shops. One can enjoy. Overnight. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 13

Namche Bazaar to Lukla 7-8 hours.

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Namche to Lukla is long & tiring day but exciting day. Today is the last day of the Trek. Tonight we will have gratuity dinner with our supporting staff porter brothers , thanking them for their service with some tips from our guests. Overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 14

Fly back from Lukla to Ramechhap.Drive back to Kathmandu.

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We fly back to Ramechhap airport. Then drive back to Kathmandu via jeep ride. Our office representative then transfer you back to the Hotel. It will be free day. In evening, dinner with cultural dance will be arranged to celebrate the trip. 

Meals: Breakfast Lunch Accommodation: Hotel
Day 15

Transfer to International Airport for final departure.

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Journey with us end here. Office representative will take you to International airport for final departure as per schedule requirement. 

Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel

Sherpa Khangri Outdoor office representative take care of members from the moment they arrive in Kathmandu. Quality and hospitality services are our motto. If any extra services and  amenities required, please lets us know . We believe in customization of itinerary needs and wants by guests. 

Cost Includes
  1. Pickup and drop off as per itinerary
  2. Welcome and farewell dinners in Kathmandu
  3. 4* Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu Sharing on BB plan (3 nights)
  4. National park & necessary permits
  5. Ground transportation as per itinerary
  6. Domestic flights: Ramechhap-Lukla-Ramechhap
  7. Meal during trekking (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
  8. Tea house sharing accommodation during trek
  9. Experienced trekking guide
  10. Guide and porter(s) salaries
  11. Porter service at 2:1 basis
  12. Staff insurance
  13. Medical kit
  14. Rescue arrangement if needed
     
Cost Exculdes
  1. Nepalese visa fee
  2. Int'l airfare to and from Kathmandu
  3. Extra accommodation in Kathmandu or during trek due to health problem or early/ late arrival or other reasons.
  4. Meals in Kathmandu
  5. Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg luggage) *only on domestic flight.
  6. Travel and rescue insurance with heli evacuation (highly recommended)
  7. Personal expenses like phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottled or boiled water, shower, heater, internet access, Wi-Fi, etc.
  8. Personal trekking gears
  9. Personal guide or porter
  10. Extra Sightseeing
  11. Entrance fees 
  12. Tips and Gratuity for guides and porters

Our Fixed Departures are on below dates. Any customization in itinerary or dates of your interest , please feel free to contact us.

Start Date
End Date
Price Per Person
March 15, 2024
April 1, 2024
April 1, 2024
April 15, 2024
April 15, 2024
May 1, 2024
May 1, 2024
May 15, 2024
September 15, 2024
October 1, 2024
October 1, 2024
October 15, 2024
October 15, 2024
November 1, 2024
November 1, 2024
November 15, 2024
  • ACTIVITY

    Trekking

  • DURATION

    15 Days

  • GRADE

    Hard

  • HIGHEST ALTITUDE

    5,545 m

  • TRIP TYPE

    KTM- 4*hotel Trek period - Tea house

  • BEST SEASON

    Mar-April-May / Oct-Nov-Dec

  • PRICE

    USD 1500 ( 2 pax+)