Classic Everest Basecamp Trek 25 Days

An Everest base camp trek is the adventure of a lifetime, a journey for those whose dreams soar higher than even the clouds. Miles from cars, conveniences, and daily luxuries, you'll saturate your spirit in natural beauty and stretch your personal endurance beyond what you thought possible. The path begins in ancient Kathmandu, where you'll acclimate and explore the city at your leisure while anticipating your ascent. Your trek to Everest Base Camp at 5,364m (over 3.5 miles!) to the base of the world's tallest mountain will bring you over suspension bridges spanning chasms of thin air, through hidden Buddhist monasteries, and into the heart of the warm, rugged Sherpa culture. As you travel alongside thrillseekers and photographers from all over the globe, you'll spy Cho Oyu, Lhotse, and Makalu - three of Earth's 10 tallest peaks! You'll rest easy at night in cozy, traditional teahouses knowing that our experienced, knowledgeable guides and porters are there to ensure the safest, most enjoyable, most fascinating experience possible. You'll support local economies, discover hidden strengths in yourself, and make both friends and memories that will last a lifetime. What are you waiting for?

What's Included?

• 25 day adventure
• 2 nights of budget accommodation in Kathmandu (Hotel Pilgrims or Similar)
• Round-trip airfare between Kathmandu/Ramecchap and Lukla
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• Tea House Accommodation while trekking
• Airport transfers
• All trekking permits and TIMS (traveler security) Card
• 1 Fully-licensed, English-speaking guide
  
• 1 Porter for every 4 trekkers

* Lukla Flight Delays (read more)
* Travel Insurance is required on all Treks (read more)
* Price applicable for min 2 trekkers traveling together
* For upto 2 trekkers there will be guide cum porter

Day 1:

Arrive In Kathmandu Where You Will Spend The Night.

Day 2:

Fly From Kathmandu To Lukla, Then Walk To Phakding - 9 Km (4 Hours).

Day 3:

Hike From Phakding To Monjo - 4 Km (3 Hours).

Day 4:

Hike Monjo To Namche Bazaar - 4 Km ( 4 Hours).

Day 5:

Acclimatization Day. No Walking Except Maybe A Quick Hike Up To The Everest View Hotel.

Day 6:

Hike From Namche Bazaar To Sanasa- 4 Km ( 3 Hours).

Day 7:

Hike From Sanasa To Tengboche - 5 Km (3 Hours).

Day 8:

Hike From Tengboche To Panboche- 5 Km (3 Hours).

Day 9:

Hike From Panboche To Dingboche- 8 Km (5 Hours).

Day 10:

Acclimatization Day In Dingboche. Explore The Area.

Day 11:

Hike Dingboche To Dughla - 8 Km (5 Hours).

Day 12:

Hike From Dughla To Lobuche - 9 Km (7 Hours).

Day 13:

Hike From Lobuche To Gorak Shep - 5 Km.

Day 14:

Gorak Shep To Ebc And Back To Gorak Shep - 7 Km (5 Hours).

Day 15:

Hike From Gorak Shep Up Kala Pathar 3 Km (4 Hours).

Day 16:

Hike From Gorak Shep To Dughla - 7 Km (6 Hours).

Day 17:

Hike From Dughla To Pheriche - 5 Km (4 Hours).

Day 18:

Hike From Pheriche To Shomare- 5 Km (4 Hours).

Day 19:

Hike From Shomare To Tangboche -7 Km (5 Hours).

Day 20:

Hike From Tangboche To Namche Bazaar - 8 Km (5 Hours).

Day 21:

Hike From Namche Bazaar To Monjo - 4 Km (3 Hours).

Day 22:

Hike From Monjo To Phakding -4 Km (5 Hours).

Day 23:

Phakding To Lukla - 8 Km (5 Hours).

Day 24:

Fly Back To Kathmandu.

Day 25:

Leave Kathmandu.

Our latest terms and conditions can be found here - "Terms and Conditions."

For details on the following please check:
Travel Insurance - (click here)
Extra Costs - (click here)
Schedule Delays - (click here)
Cancellations - (click here)

Please review the "Terms and Conditions" carefully before booking and don't hesitate to ask us if any questions.

Please find the complete packing list and suggestions (click here). You can also download a pdf version of the packing list (click here). If you are missing gear, Kathmandu is a pretty good place to shop and prices are very reasonable. You can pick up pretty much any trekking equipment you will need however we do suggest you get your hiking boots before you arrive and make sure they fit well. Here are a couple of things to keep in mind.

• We'll give you a duffel bag when you arrive in Nepal to repack your gear into, and the porters will carry that.
• You should bring a small day pack that you will carry during the day with essentials like water, camera, sunscreen, extra layers, etc.
• You can store any extra luggage in the hotel.
• Total luggage allotment for the Lukla flight is 10Kg / 22lbs for luggage and additional 5Kg / 11lbs for carry on.
• We offer rental sleeping bags for INR 100 per day and down jackets for INR 100 per day.
• Remember to keep all your personal items like passports, medications and other valuables in your carry-on during the flight to Lukla.