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Everest Base Camp Trek - 13 Days

Trip Overview

Everest Base Camp is the most popular adventure destination that attracts thousands of travelers from all around the World. Mount Everest's soaring summit has been always wondered for adventure lovers. The Everest Base Camp Trek - 13 Days also makes it possible for novice trekkers to explore this natural wonder with experts and well-trained trekking guides. Simply breathtaking scenery with parades of glistening peaks, stunning glaciers around, ancient Buddhist Monasteries with the fascinating Sherpa hospitality, their habitat, culture, and tradition are the main attractions.

Trekking to the lap of Mount Everest is not easy but with strong willpower and a couple of acclimatization days in between, makes your adventure journey possible. You start this trek on 30 min flight to Lukla, the gateway of the Khumbu region. The trail then ascends through deep rhododendron forests, small Sherpa settlements, and farmlands. Then you enter Sagarmatha National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and reach Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,287ft).

As you gradually climb higher the temperature drops gradually down. The greenery changes to alpine shrubs and the scenery becomes more dramatic towards the last Sherpa settlement called Gorakshep. You will then stroll along the Khumbu Glacier to Everest Base Camp (5,365m/17,601m) opposite the Khumbu Icefall. Next early morning you will climb up to Kala Patthar (5545m/18192ft), which offers breathtaking views of Everest (8,848m/29,028ft) and other snowcapped peaks. You will find it much faster and easier to return to Lukla through the same route. You can accomplish this trek all year round, however you will find more volume of trekkers during the Spring and Autumn along this famous route. Our Everest Base Camp Trek - 13 Days package includes Permits, a Trekking Guide, Local Porters, Transportation for both air and ground, and all Mountain accommodations and Meals.

Trip Highlight:

  • Scenic flight to and from Lukla.
  • Direct experiences of Sherpa culture.
  • Visit Tengboche Monastery.
  • Lovely views of the Khumbu Icefall.
  • Hike up to Kala Patthar (5,545m) & Nagarjuna Peak (5,091m).
  • Trek to Everest Base Camp and Khumbu Glacier.
  • Proximity to world’s highest mountain, Mount Everest (8,848m)

Additional Information

If the suggested itinerary is not up to the mark, we can even customize your trip as per your need with a special group discount. Kindly contact us at [email protected] for detail information. You can also contact us by calling at +977-9851116042 for 24/7 support. We speak English, Hindi, and Nepali.

Day 01: Fly to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft) & trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft), 3-4hrs

Day 02: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11,283ft), 5-6hrs

Day 03: Acclimatization day at Namche

Day 04: Trek to Tyangboche(3,867m/12684ft), 4-5hrs

Day 05: Trek to Dingboche (4,358m/14,295 ft), 5-6hrs

Day 06: Acclimatization day at Dingboche

Day 07: Trek to Lobuche (4,928m/16164 ft), 5-6hrs

Day 08: Trek to Gorakshep (5,160m/16,929ft) & hike to Everest Base Camp (5,320m/17,450ft) 6-7hrs

Day 09: Early hike to Kala Pathar (5550m/18,204ft) & Trek back to Pheriche 6-7hrs

Day 10: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft), 6-7hrs

Day 11: Trek to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft), 6-7hrs

Day 12: Fly back to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)

Day 13: Reserve/Buffer day in Kathmandu

Note: Natural Activities are uncontrollable by human efforts. Bad Weather is the reason for flight cancellations or delays for those who are planning to fly to/from Lukla.  You might face the same situation while returning from Lukla. Please, plan for 1-2 reserve days for contingency. Keep in mind that you are going to the Lap of the Himalayas. But, our experts are well-trained to handle that situation. In case, you get some problems we will help out you to bring Kathmandu Safely. So, you have to trust yourself and us.

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Day 01: Fly to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft) & trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft), 3-4hrs

You will fly from Kathmandu domestic airport to Lukla in the early morning. It is just a 30-minutes-long flight. Once you land at Lukla airport, you will find yourself busy taking photos. Our crews will start taking care of the luggage. Usually, trekkers take their lunch at Lukla. After things are properly set by the midafternoon, you will begin your trek up to Phakding. This is a short route. At Phakding, a small and quiet village, you can enjoy an evening walk.

Day 02: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft), 5-6hrs

As soon as your breakfast at Phakding, you will find yourself walking along the banks of Dudh Koshi till you arrive at Monjo, another small and quiet village. This village is a gateway to the Sagarmatha National Park. As you walk through the National Park, you start gradually descending to the banks of Bhote Koshi River till you arrive at Jorsalle village. After a short break, you will be walking towards Namche Bazaar, a globally known small town, where tourists from around the world flock in. It is here you pass your night at a comfortable teahouse.

Day 03: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar

Namche Bazaar has an altitude of 3,440 m (11,253ft). This is the best place for you to stay for a day for acclimatization. It is from here you start ascending towards Base Camp. That’s why special care needs to be given to your body. You can spend your day simply trolling around. Or you can visit a Sherpa Museum or you can walk a little up to Everest viewpoint and see the view around. Since this is an ancient place of the Sherpas, you can enjoy watching their architectures and lifestyles.

Day 04: Namche to Tyangboche (3,867m/12684ft), 5-6hrs

After breakfast at Namche, you set out for the journey along the trail that takes you through the forest and up to the hill. From the hill, you can enjoy watching some of the most magnificent views of the mighty mountains like Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Kwangde. Do not forget to take photos. The trail from the mid of the forest finally takes you to Tyangboche. This world-famous monastery is famous for its grand architecture, and infrastructure. This is the best place to stay. Do not miss the views of the mountains in the evening.

Day 05: Tyangboche to Dingboche (4,358m/14,295 ft), 5-6hrs

Comparatively, this is going to be a comfortable journey for you. After breakfast, you will find yourself descending from the mid of the rhododendron forest. You will be crossing a beautiful valley and then follow a trail that takes you straight to Dingboche, another quiet and beautiful place to stay.

Day 06: Acclimatization day at Dingboche

It is yet another important day and place for you to get acclimatized. Since you will be ascending up, it is essential that you take enough rest here. We recommend you stay the whole day free. This rest is going to boost up your energy and stamina. Many physically fit tourists make their hiking up to Chhukung (4,730m) and find watching many mountains and glaciers on the horizon.

Day 07: Dingboche to Lobuche (4,928m/16164 ft), 5-6hrs

The journey from here to Lobuche is just 4.5 miles. But the trail is full of challenges. It tastes your skills, patience, and energy. The alpine meadows and yak pastures land you come across mesmerize you with some of the rare panoramas. You cross the Khumbu Glacier, probably the most difficult trail so far. The rugged route finally lands you here at Lobuche. You stay this night here.

Day 08: Trek to Gorak Shep (5,160m/16,929ft) & hike to Everest Base Camp (5,365m/17,601ft) 5-6hrs

It is a brand new morning and time to leave Lobuche now after your breakfast. The journey to the Everest Base Camp Trek begins now. You are no longer an ordinary trekker. You make a real journey in your life. The base camp out there is at an altitude of above 5,000m (16,000ft) and you got to be there.

First, you will reach Gorak Shep, an amazing village covered in snow most of the time. You take your lunch here and start hiking the Khumbu Glacier. From here, you see Mount Everest in its raw form. This trail further takes you to the world-famous space, called the Everest Base Camp. You quench your thirst of becoming a real trekker here at this point. This is, in fact, a turning point in your life. After exploring this world-famous place, you will be walking back to Gorak Shep. Spend your night and feel the change in your life.

Day 09: Early hike to Kala Patthar (5,545m/18,192ft) & trek back to Pheriche 6-7hrs

It is dawn at Gorak Shep. Forget about your breakfast. It is time to be ready for a short hike up to Kala Pathar. You have to reach there before the sun rises if you do not want to miss this rare experience. Our crews are ready. They wake you up at right time. If you are at the top of Kala Patthar and the sun is about to rise, you are going to be one of the blessed tourists. Have a look at the heaven that the sun's rays start creating all over Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and Pumori. After this view, it is time now to trek towards Kala Patthar. After you reach the Kala Patthar, you start again heading towards Gorak Shep and then to Pheriche. It is here at Pheriche you pass another important night in your life.

Day 10: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11,283ft), 6-7hrs

Today’s trail descends to Debouche, rises through rhododendron forest to Tengboche. A long descent leads back to Phunki Thenga before the climb to Sanasa (where the trail forked to Gokyo). The walk along the broader trail to Namche Bazaar is easy, where you will be staying tonight.

Day 11: Trek to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft), 6-7hrs

This is going to be yet another happy day in your trek. After your breakfast, you set out for Lukla, from where you had started walking some two weeks back. Since you are completing this trek, you will be having great joy. But then this is also the day you will be leaving all the natural beauty back. But memory matters. We are sure that memories associated with this adventure are going to make you happy throughout your life. We will celebrate your victory back at Lukla.

Day 12: Fly back to Kathmandu.

You will fly back to Kathmandu mostly in the morning. You will be dropped at your hotel. And, we will take you for a farewell dinner in a restaurant that serves continental cuisine in Thamel.

Day 13: Reserve/Buffer day in Kathmandu

Due to frequent delays and cancellations of flights in Lukla, we suggest that you include a buffer day for emergencies. If your flight is canceled, this day will ensure you make your international flight home and avoid the hassle of having to change it.

Alternatively, if everything goes well, you can use this day to relax, go on a city tour, look for souvenirs, get a massage, or do any other activities that you are looking to enjoy in Kathmandu.

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Cost Included:
  • All airport transfers 
  • Flights Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu
  • All airport taxes 
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park permit and TIMS)
  • An experienced English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide 
  • Full meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) followed by a cup of Tea/Coffee during the trek  
  • Iodine/Chlorine treated Safe Drinking water 
  • All mountain accommodation (5 nights private room with independent bathroom/hot showers and remaining Soft, comfortable, twin sharing private room with shared toilet)
  • A comprehensive medical kit
  • All government and local taxes 
  • Trekking equipment such as down-filled sleeping bag and down jacket
  • Souvenir: Everest Base Camp Route map and Amazing Nepal T-Shirt

Cost not Included:

  • Sherpa porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter) * we will arrange porters upon your request
  • Accommodation and meal in Kathmandu
  • Deserts (cakes, bakes, and pies)s 
  • Additional Hot Drinks 
  • Bottled drinks 
  • Boiled/mineral water 
  • Electronic device re-charge
  • Hot shower 
  • Wi-Fi 
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance and evacuation insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Tipping to driver and trekking crew

All prices are in US dollars and do not include international airfare, unless otherwise noted.

Accommodations and Meals:

During your trekking, you will be provided room in teahouses. Please be informed that you will be sharing the room at the teahouses. Please also note that the Everest region is located far from the maddening crowd, therefore, teahouses may not be as much sophisticated as one finds them in town.

We will provide three-course meals while you are on your trek. This means you will be taking breakfast and dinner at the teahouse you stay and lunch in the mid of your trekking. Since the Everest region is geographically a remote place, you will be provided only selected but hygienic and organic local foods such as Nepali dal bhat, Tibetan soup, and bread, porridge etc.

Briefing of the Tour:

You will be briefed about the trek, you will be given an information file, and importantly introduced to your guide.

Trekking Crews:

We will provide government registered, well-trained English Speaking guide, who holds enough knowledge about responsible tourism and eco-friendly tourism

We will also provide an assistant guide who is ready to help you with every situation.

We will provide a porter is provided to every two of you, and he will be carrying not more than 25kg.

We get our crews’ life get insured.

Certificate:

After the trek is over, you will be provided with ANTA adventure certificate.

Size of Group:

Trekking Group Size of our group can range from two people to ten people. In case you want to travel alone, do not hesitate to write to us. We will plan accordingly. In case, you have more than ten people, please do let us know so that we can develop and improvise plans and itinerary.

Acclimatization:

Trekking to the Everest Region is as much difficult as it is technical. We give special priority to its technical sides as well. For this, we have designed an itinerary to allow you get acclimatize naturally. We know the particular location you need to stay for rest, and the particular distance you need to walk slowly and so on. In case you get high altitude sickness, we have crews who know how to deal with it effectively and smartly.

How to respond to Altitude Sickness?

  • Please do carry first aid box
  • Please consult your physician
  • Please keep on informing our crews if you feel uneasy
  • Please do walk in the group so that you can help each other

Travel Insurance:

We would like to recommend you get your trekking insured. Since you are trekking on probably one of the wildest and most challenging routes, you need to be cautious of anything inevitable. You may need helicopter evacuation and get your trip canceled. You may get injured and get your baggage theft and so on.

Permits and fees:

The government local body charges a small amount of fee for every you make to the World Heritage sites, National Park, restricted areas along climbing. The price we charge includes all the fees.

Flight Delay in Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu
Twin Otter and Dornier is the primary mode of transport to and from the airstrip at Lukla. This service is fairly dependable. Sometimes, flights (to and from Lukla) may be canceled due to mountain weather conditions or technical problems. In such a case, Amazing Nepal will charter a helicopter to ensure you are on schedule for your international flight. The helicopter can fly if the visibility is 1500m, while the twin otter can fly if the visibility is 5000m, as per Nepal’s Civil Aviation rules.

The cost of the helicopter is payable directly to our Kathmandu office in the event that this service is utilized. US cash, traveler’s cheques, or credit cards (Visa Cards, Master Cards only) are accepted. You will be given a receipt upon payment so that you may claim the amount from your travel insurance. The minimum cost will be US$500 and the maximum US$3500 depending on the number of group members.

It is recommended that you should arrive in Kathmandu a day earlier before you start your trek. When you arrive a day earlier, you will have time to rest as well as time to buy trekking equipment. Similarly, it is best to have some extra days after you have finished your trek because your flight to Kathmandu/Lukla might be canceled due to bad weather. So all together it is recommended to have a few extra days beside the trip schedule so that you don’t miss your International Flight.

If you want to book a trekking package with Amazing Nepal Trek and Expedition and still wondering about the essential equipment for your trekking journey, here we are more than happy to offer our checklist for your reference. Please make necessary amendments to our checklist as per your need and convenience. In some cases, if you couldn’t get any of these listed equipment/gears in your hometown or you’re in a rush before you fly to Kathmandu, don’t worry! The listed necessary items mentioned below can be easily purchased here.
Except for your day pack, all luggage will be carried by porters. A porter is available for two people who will carry maximum up to 25 kg. So, You have to be careful while packing your Bag or luggage.
 
Moreover, There is an allowance of 15kg per person on domestic flights. Additional personal items are not needed for the trekking portion of the trip which can be kept in the hotel’s storage room without extra cost.

Below is the checklist of equipment that is required for the trek:
 
HEAD

  • Buff headwear /neckwear
  • Sun hat or scarf
  • Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Head Torch

UPPER BODY

  • Cotton T-shirts or Thermals
  • Fleece jacket
  • Waterproof/windproof jacket
  • Down-filled jacket  (Your own Down Jacket is strongly recommended, but Amazing Nepal Trek also supply complimentary down jacket which is needed to be returned after the completion of the trek)

LOWER BODY

  • Lightweight cotton pants (long)
  • Waterproof Pants
  • Thermal underwear

FEET

  • Thin inner socks
  • Thick and warm wool hiking socks
  • Comfortable Hiking boots
  • Sneakers /slippers

HANDS

  • Gore-tex gloves

ACCESSORIES

  • Sleeping bag rated to - 20°C (Your own sleeping bag strongly is recommended, but Amazing Nepal Trek also supplies complimentary sleeping bags which is needed to be returned after the completion of the trek)
  • Trekking bags/duffel bag (Amazing Nepal Trek will supply complimentary water and windproof duffel/kit bag, but one extra big duffel bag/suitcase is necessary for items that are left at the hotel in Kathmandu)
  • Large plastic bags (For keeping items dry inside trek bag)
  • Trekking poles (Optional, Recommended)
  • Water bottle or camel bag
  • Toiletries
  • Towel
  • Sewing Kit
  • Insect repellent, sunscreen, and lip balm
  • The first-aid kit; should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band-Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea
  • Re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking if any particular
  • Wet wipes 
  • Reading or writing material
Everest Base Camp Trek - 13 Days
Claudia Sole, USA

Decided to do something 'epic' with my daughter for my 50th - perfect choice!
Santosh responded fully and quickly to all questions prior to the trip - very professional. 
On arrival in Nepal, we were completely looked after - met at airport, lovely quiet hotel near the busy Thamel central area, down jacket and sleeping bag arranged, flights to Lukla. 
Prem (our guide) and Dhurba (our porter) were amazing. Each evening we had a prep meeting for the next day. They made sure food and accommodation en route were on point and we enjoyed playing cards and sharing time with them. Fabulous guys - we couldn't have done it without them. 
The team had even arranged a birthday cake for me to cut at EBC (we arrived there on my birthday) which we shared with an expedition team and Sherpas in Camp. 
Any problems which arose were dealt with quickly and efficiently. Totally professional and highly recommended 10/10

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Everest Base Camp Trek - 13 Days
Aaron Hockley

We just completed the Everest Base Camp trek and were very happy with the Amazing Nepal Trek team. From our first emails with Mr. Santosh to our first meeting on arrival in Nepal...Mr. Santosh was professional and ensured our trip was perfect. Our guide Mr. Prem was even better than we could have ever expected. He knew many people along the way and always tried to accommodate whatever request we had. He was informative and kind. He has done over 100 trips to EBC from the time he was a porter and now including his trips as a guide. His smile and his laugh brightened our days and we are so happy to have done this trek with him. Our porter Yubraj was also phenomenal. He was always close ahead or behind with our big bag. He is also very experienced with over 60 EBC treks. It turned out after our 11 day trek that we were stuck in Lukla due to weather disrupting flights. Mr. Santosh and the team were able to arrange a helicopter to fly us and some other clients back to Kathmandu. We were very fortunate to leave as only two heli flights left that day and there were 300+ people waiting in Lukla. This team went above and beyond and we would recommend them over and over. In fact we're hoping to send our parents with them next year! Thank you Mr. Santosh, Prem, and Yubraj!

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Everest Base Camp Trek - 13 Days
Julia Strugnell, Australia

Just completed Everest Base Camp Trek with Amazing Nepal. It as our best decision ever to go with this local company. Their knowledge of the area and local resources made the trip go incredibly smooth from start to finish. The guides were very attentive to all of our needs. They were supportive and encouraged us to go at our own pace which ensured that we had a 100% success rate with all of our team members. I can't thank Amazing Nepal team enough for making this a great memory and we look forward to future trips with them.

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Everest Base Camp Trek - 13 Days
Rebecca Clifford, UK

I felt very lucky to start out the 2017 new year with a bang doing the Everest BC trek with Amazing Nepal Trek. I have no exact word to explain that incredible journey. 

From the moment we landed at Kathmandu airport, we were so well taken care of. We didn’t have to worry about anything as everything was sorted for us I.e shuttles, accommodation, food. 

If you are planning to go to Nepal, I would recommend strongly doing your tour with this company. I felt more lucky to have Prem as my trekking guide. He took such amazing care of us throughout the trek. He was not only a guide, he became a good friend. Guides definitely make or break the trip, and I definitely would not have made it to EBC and Kala Pathar without him. I can’t recommend Prem enough if you want a safe and unforgettable journey!

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Everest Base Camp Trek - 13 Days
Marie d.

It has been my dream to do EBC Trekking since my childhood. This dream was made possible this year 2018 by the great team from Amazing Nepal trek & Expedition. Our trip started from a short flight that took us from Kathmandu into the Khumbu Valley.  The team from Amazing Nepal Trek & Expedition, the guide and porter were there to help us on every step. We got the best service from the day we booked the package right until the day we flew back from Nepal. The inquiries were answered to promptly with helpful tips and recommendation through emails. My friend and I had such a memorable time during the trek. The hospitality and care received from the team, was amazing as the name is.  We are grateful for all what they had done. Once again, Thanks a lot, Amazing Nepal Team

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Heikki Kauppinen

We had a wonderful Everest Base Camp trip with Amazing Trek Nepal during the monsoon season in July-August of 2022. It rained a little, but the solitude we experienced on the trails, tea houses and huts was astonishing! I would definitely go during monsoon again. On the trip, we were met at the airport by the Amazing Trek Nepal team on our arrival and everything was taken care of to the smallest detail by the great team managed by Santosh, our guide Binöd and porter Kamal. Binöd took great care of us through the whole trip, including meeting all our special requests, and even a last minute request to change our itinerary at the end of our trip. The trip was amazing and the whole team was great! We will use Amazing Trek Nepal in our future treks in Nepal without a doubt. Here are a few videos from our trip: https://youtube.com/channel/UC793Ga1cE136LZE954LAfQQ

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