Everest Base Camp Trek – 14 Days to the Roof of the World

Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you'll be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu. Depending on your arrival time, you can rest or explore the vibrant streets of Thamel. In the evening, we'll have a welcome dinner and a trek briefing to prepare you for the adventure ahead.

After an early breakfast, we'll take a scenic 35-minute flight to Lukla, offering spectacular views of the Himalayas. Upon landing at the Tenzing-Hillary Airport, we'll meet our trekking crew and begin our journey through the Dudh Koshi Valley. The trail descends towards the Phakding village, where we'll spend the night.

Today's trek follows the Dudh Koshi River, crossing several suspension bridges, including the famous Hillary Bridge. After entering Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo, we'll begin the steep climb to Namche Bazaar, the gateway to the high Himalaya and the main trading center of the Khumbu region. On a clear day, we may get our first glimpse of Mount Everest.

Today is a scheduled acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar. We'll take a day hike to Everest View Hotel (3,880m) for stunning views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam. In the afternoon, we'll explore Namche's markets, the Sherpa Culture Museum, and the National Park Center. This active rest day helps our bodies adjust to the altitude before ascending higher.

Our trek today follows the contour of the valley with spectacular views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. After a few hours of hiking, we'll descend to the Dudh Koshi River at Phunki Tenga for lunch. After lunch, we'll make a steep climb through pine forests to reach Tengboche, home to the largest and most active monastery in the Khumbu region. In the afternoon, we can attend a Buddhist ceremony at the monastery.

We start the day with a morning view of Mt. Everest and surrounding peaks from Tengboche. Our trail descends through rhododendron and birch forests to the Imja Khola River. We'll pass through the village of Pangboche, which has the oldest monastery in the region. The trail continues to Dingboche, situated in a dramatic valley with spectacular views of Ama Dablam.

Another important acclimatization day. We'll take a day hike to Nangkartshang Peak (5,083m) or to Chhukung valley for magnificent views of Island Peak, Ama Dablam, Makalu, and Lhotse. The afternoon is free to rest and further acclimatize. Our guide will monitor everyone's health and provide tips on managing the higher altitude as we prepare for the final push toward Base Camp.

Today we continue up the wide valley beneath the impressive peaks of Cholatse and Tawache. We'll reach Dughla, where we take a break before climbing up the steep terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. The trail then eases as we follow the valley to Lobuche, nestled beneath the towering Lobuche East and surrounded by spectacular landscape.

This is the big day! We start early with a trek to Gorak Shep, the last settlement before Everest Base Camp. After a brief rest, we continue our journey to the base camp, trekking across rocky moraines and streams. At Everest Base Camp, we'll see the Khumbu Icefall and stand at the foot of the world's highest mountain. After celebrating our achievement and taking photos, we'll return to Gorak Shep for the night.

We'll wake up early for a sunrise hike to Kala Patthar, which offers the most stunning view of Mount Everest, Nuptse, and Lhotse. After this breathtaking experience, we'll return to Gorak Shep for breakfast and then descend to Pheriche. This significant descent helps us adapt to the lower altitude after two days at extreme elevations.

We continue our descent through rhododendron and pine forests. The trail crosses the Dudh Koshi River several times on exciting suspension bridges as we make our way back to Namche Bazaar. This is a long but rewarding day as we return to thicker air and the relative luxury of Namche.

Our final day of trekking takes us back to Lukla. We'll retrace our steps along the Dudh Koshi River, making our final crossings on the suspension bridges. This is your last chance to enjoy the beautiful landscape and take in the mountain views before returning to Kathmandu. In the evening, we'll celebrate our achievement with the trekking crew.

After breakfast, we'll take the return flight to Kathmandu (weather permitting). Once back in the city, you'll have free time to shop for souvenirs, explore, or simply relax. In the evening, we'll celebrate our successful trek with a farewell dinner featuring traditional Nepali food and cultural performances.

Depending on your flight time, you may have some free time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing. Our representative will transfer you to the international airport for your departure flight. If you wish to extend your stay in Nepal, we'll be happy to arrange additional activities.