Everest Base Camp Trek

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  • Everest Region, Nepal
  • 16 Days · 15 Nights
  • Max 12 people · Lodges

Overview

A journey through the heart of Khumbu

Everest Base Camp is a popular trekking destination in the Khumbu region of Nepal. It is the starting point for climbers attempting to summit Mount Everest, the highest peak in the world. The trek gives stunning views of Lhotse, Nuptse and Everest itself, through Sherpa villages, ancient monasteries and alpine landscapes.

Day-by-day itinerary

Sixteen days from Kathmandu to Base Camp and back.

    • Walking: No trekking
    • Max altitude: 1,400 m
    • Overnight: Hotel, Kathmandu
    • Meals: [TBC]

    Welcome to Nepal. Our representative meets you at Tribhuvan International Airport and takes you to your hotel.

    • Walking: 5–6 hr drive
    • Max altitude: 475 m
    • Overnight: Hotel, Ramechhap
    • Meals: [TBC]

    Drive to Ramechhap, about 5 to 6 hours, for an overnight stay.

    • Walking: 3–4 hrs
    • Max altitude: 2,610 m
    • Overnight: Lodge, Phakding
    • Meals: B, L, D

    A 25-minute flight from Ramechhap to Lukla, then a 3 to 4 hour trek to Phakding.

    • Walking: 5–6 hrs
    • Max altitude: 3,440 m
    • Overnight: Lodge, Namche Bazar
    • Meals: B, L, D

    Trek from Phakding to Namche, 5 to 6 hours.

    • Walking: 3–4 hr hike
    • Max altitude: 3,780 m
    • Overnight: Lodge, Namche Bazar
    • Meals: B, L, D

    Acclimatization hike around the Khumjung valley.

    • Walking: 5–6 hrs
    • Max altitude: 3,860 m
    • Overnight: Lodge, Tengboche
    • Meals: B, L, D

    Trek from Namche to Tengboche, 5 to 6 hours.

    • Walking: 5–6 hrs
    • Max altitude: 4,410 m
    • Overnight: Lodge, Dingboche
    • Meals: B, L, D

    Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche, 5 to 6 hours.

    • Walking: 3–4 hr hike
    • Max altitude: 4,410 m
    • Overnight: Lodge, Dingboche
    • Meals: B, L, D

    Acclimatization hike around Dingboche, 3 to 4 hours.

    • Walking: 4–5 hrs
    • Max altitude: 4,930 m
    • Overnight: Lodge, Lobuche
    • Meals: B, L, D

    Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche, 4 to 5 hours.

    • Walking: 6–7 hrs
    • Max altitude: 5,357 m
    • Overnight: Lodge, Gorakshep
    • Meals: B, L, D

    Trek to Gorakshep (5,140 m), then an afternoon walk to Everest Base Camp and back. 6 to 7 hours.

    • Walking: 7–8 hrs
    • Max altitude: 5,550 m
    • Overnight: Lodge, Pheriche
    • Meals: B, L, D

    Early climb to Kalapathar (5,550 m) for views of Everest, Pumori, Ama Dablam and the Khumbu Glacier, then down to Pheriche.

    • Walking: About 5 hrs
    • Max altitude: 3,820 m
    • Overnight: Lodge, Debouche
    • Meals: B, L, D

    Trek back to Debouche, about 5 hours.

    • Walking: About 5 hrs
    • Max altitude: 3,440 m
    • Overnight: Lodge, Namche Bazar
    • Meals: B, L, D

    Trek back to Namche, about 5 hours.

    • Walking: About 5 hrs
    • Max altitude: 2,860 m
    • Overnight: Lodge, Lukla
    • Meals: B, L, D

    Trek back to Lukla, about 5 hours.

    • Walking: Flight + drive
    • Max altitude: 2,860 m
    • Overnight: Hotel, Kathmandu
    • Meals: [TBC]

    Fly from Lukla to Ramechhap, then drive back to Kathmandu.

    • Walking: No trekking
    • Max altitude: 1,400 m
    • Overnight: Departure day
    • Meals: [TBC]

    Transfer to Kathmandu airport for your onward journey.

Before you book

Booking terms

These terms apply to every online booking of this trip.

Deposit

25% of the total trip price confirms your booking. The deposit is non-refundable.

Balance

Due at least 30 days before departure. A booking made 10 days or fewer before departure is paid in full, and that payment is non-refundable.

Cancellation

30 days or more before departure
75% refunded
29 to 15 days before departure
50% refunded
Under 15 days before departure
No refund

Percentages are of the full trip price. Example: if you paid in full and cancel 30 or more days before departure, you get 75% back. If you paid only the 25% deposit, there is no refund.
Cancel from your account or by email to info@oneglobenepal.com. See the Terms and Conditions and Cancellation Policy.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you book.

You don’t need to be an experienced mountaineer, but a good baseline fitness level matters. We recommend 3 to 4 months of cardio and hiking before departure. Daily hikes of 5 to 7 hours at altitude require endurance rather than technical skill.

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Yes. You need travel insurance that covers emergency helicopter rescue up to 6,000 m, medical treatment and trip cancellation. Add your policy details in your account before departure.

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