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Everest Base Camp Trek
Everest Base Camp Trek
14 Days Challenging 5364m March-May, September-November
Country Everest Region
Difficulty Challenging
Max Elevation 5364m
Duration 14
Best Time March-May, September-November
Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation Teahouse / Lodge
Group Size 2-12 people
Trek to the foot of Mount Everest through the heart of the Khumbu region.

Everest Base Camp Trek

The Everest Base Camp Trek is a 14-day trip in Everest Region, rated challenging difficulty, reaching a maximum elevation of 5364m. The best time to do this trip is March-May, September-November. The package includes group sizes of 2-12 people, teahouse / lodge accommodation, breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Everest Base Camp Trek - Key Facts
Country Everest Region
Difficulty Challenging
Max Elevation 5364m
Duration 14
Best Time March-May, September-November
Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation Teahouse / Lodge
Group Size 2-12 people

Trek Overview

The classic 14-day trek to the foot of the world's highest mountain, following the historic Khumbu valley route through Sherpa villages, Namche Bazaar, and Tengboche Monastery to reach Everest Base Camp at 5,364 metres and the Kala Patthar viewpoint at 5,644 metres.

Why Is the Everest Base Camp Trek Worth It?

Few trekking journeys carry the reputation of Everest Base Camp, walking the same trail used by climbing expeditions since the 1950s, past Sherpa monasteries and glacial moraine, to stand at the foot of the world's highest peak.

Is the Everest Base Camp Trek Right for You?

This trek suits fit trekkers willing to commit two weeks and manage genuine altitude above 5,000 metres, with two dedicated acclimatisation days built into the itinerary at Namche and Dingboche.

What to Expect on the Everest Base Camp Trek

  • Daily walks of 5 to 8 hours through the heart of Sherpa country
  • Teahouse accommodation that becomes more basic above Dingboche
  • A weather-dependent Lukla flight bookending the trip
  • Sunrise views of Everest from Kala Patthar, the trek's defining moment

How Much Does the Everest Base Camp Trek Cost?

View Himalaya's EBC packages start from USD 1,290 per person for groups of 5 to 10, including Lukla flights, permits, guide, porter, accommodation, and trail meals. Contact View Himalaya for a current, itemized quote.

Related Treks

Trekkers seeking additional passes and lower crowds often extend this route into the Everest Three Passes trek, while those with less time can consider the Short Everest Trek or Everest Panorama Trek.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel. Trek briefing and equipment check in the evening.
Kathmandu 1,400m
Scenic mountain flight to Lukla, then an easy walk down to Phakding along the Dudh Koshi river.
Phakding 3-4 hrs 2,610m 6.2 km
Cross the Hillary Suspension Bridge and climb steadily into the Sherpa capital of the Khumbu.
Namche Bazaar 6-7 hrs 3,440m 10 km
Hike to the Everest View Hotel or Khumjung village for early Everest views and altitude adjustment.
Namche Bazaar 3,440m
Walk the ridge trail with Everest and Ama Dablam in view, arriving at Tengboche Monastery.
Tengboche 5-6 hrs 3,810m 9.2 km
Descend through rhododendron forest then climb into the drier, high-altitude Imja valley.
Dingboche 4-5 hrs 4,410m 9.1 km
Hike toward Nagarjun Hill for panoramic views and altitude adjustment.
Dingboche 4,410m
Walk beside the Khumbu Glacier moraine, passing memorials to climbers lost on Everest.
Lobuche 4-5 hrs 4,910m 7.9 km
Walk across the Khumbu Glacier to Base Camp itself, then return to Gorak Shep for the night.
Gorak Shep 7-8 hrs 5,364m 11 km
Pre-dawn climb to Kala Patthar for the definitive Everest sunrise view, then a long descent.
Pangboche 7-8 hrs 5,644m 15.8 km
Continue the descent back through Tengboche and Namche.
Namche Bazaar 7-8 hrs 3,440m 14 km
Final descent back to the Lukla airstrip.
Lukla 8-9 hrs 2,840m 13.5 km
Morning flight back to Kathmandu.
Kathmandu
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Kathmandu

What’s Included

Included

  • Airport transfers
  • Domestic flights
  • Permits
  • Guide and porter
  • Teahouse accommodation
  • All meals during trek

Excluded

  • Airport transfers
  • Domestic flights
  • Permits
  • Guide and porter
  • Teahouse accommodation
  • All meals during trek

Useful Info

Trekking poles, Sleeping bag, Down jacket
Hiking boots, Sleeping bag, Down jacket, Trekking poles, Water bottle, Sun hat

Add-ons

Standard, Private room upgrade

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