EVEREST BASE CAMP (EBC) TREK (14 DAYS)

Despite being a physically demanding trek, Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek continues to lure thousands of tourists every year. After all, who doesn't want to experience the thrill of being surrounded by some of the highest mountains in the world? And who wouldn't want to be at the base of Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world? No wonder EBC is the most sought-after trek in Nepal.

Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, our staff will receive you at the Tribhuvan International Airport and take you to your hotel. You can spend the rest of the day resting or visiting places like Thamel, Boudhanath and Pashupatinath. Early next morning, you will fly to Lukla airport (the gateway to Mt. Everest) in a small aircraft. It is a short flight (30 minutes). Once you land at Lukla, your trek begins. You will hike through green and lush landscape, covered with forests of pine and rhododendron. The path is gentle, allowing you to adjust to the pace of trekking in the mountains, and giving you a first glimpse into the lives and culture of the Sherpa people as well as the stunning views of the Himalayas, beginning with a grand view of the sacred Khumbila (God of Khumbu).

Your first destination is Phakding, a quiet settlement by the Dudh Koshi River. The trail up to Phakding is relatively easy. You will pass through quiet jungles and villages along the Dudh Koshi river. From Phakding, the journey continues to Namche Bazaar, the central village of the Everest region. It is a short journey but the path is steep. The trail to Namche ascends steadily, crossing multiple high suspension bridges. As you climb, the views begin to shift, and the mountains become more imposing, offering the first hints of what’s to come. By the time you reach Namche, the altitude begins to make its presence felt, which will only get significantly higher from there on. Therefore, the next day is set aside for rest and acclimatization. While in Namche, you will take a short hike to the famous Everest View Hotel, from where you get a great view of Ama Dablam, Mount Everest, and several other mountains. You will also visit small villages around Namche, particularly Khumjung, a charming, little village popular among the locals for its school.

The following day you make your way to Tengboche, where you will get to visit the legendary Tengboche Monastery. Continuing on, the path leads you toward Dingboche, situated at over 4400 meters. The environment begins to shift quite dramatically as you move from dense forests to a more barren landscapes and rocky hills. The next day at Dingboche is set aside for acclimatization. You will hike to the top of Nangkartshang Peak (5083 meters), which takes about 3 hours. The hike is great not just for acclimatizing but also for the spectacular views it offers. You can see Ama Dablam up close, along with Lhotse, Pumori, Makalu,  Mt. Tawache, Island Peak,  and Everest. If time permits, you can also hike to the villages and mani walls nearby to explore the local culture.

After Dingboche, you will trek to Lobuche. The accommodations in these areas are very basic. From Lobuche, you will pass through various glaciers and icy streams via Gorakshep, until you finally arrive at the base of Mount Everest. After spending some time at the Everest Base Camp, you’ll head back to Gorakshep. The next morning, you’ll ascend to Kalapatthar, from where you can again get a good view of Everest. This is the furthest point in your journey after which you will head back to Kathmandu following the same route unless stated otherwise in your itinerary.