Everest Region Trekking
Trek Details
Max Altitude: Everest Base Camp (5,550m)
Location: Nepal (Everest Region)
Estimated Price: $1,200- $3,400+ (Depending on package and desired number of days, excursions and amenities)
EBC trek has options for extension, including one or all of the three-passes (Renjo La, Cho La, Kongma La) in the region. All treks are customizable.
Number of days: ~12-20 (pace, number of passes included, weather and preferred schedule dependent)
Season:
The best seasons for the Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November), offering clear skies, moderate temperatures, and stunning mountain views, with April/May and October being peak times. Spring brings blooming rhododendrons, while Autumn offers crisp, dry air after the monsoon, but expect larger crowds and higher costs during these prime times, with Winter (Dec-Feb) offering solitude but extreme cold.
The Everest Base Camp (EBC) Trek is an iconic Himalayan journey in Nepal, taking adventurers through Sherpa villages, rhododendron forests, and high suspension bridges to the foot of Mount Everest (8,848m). Starting with a flight to Lukla, the trail gradually ascends through the Khumbu Valley, offering stunning views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and other giants, alongside rich Buddhist culture, monasteries like Tengboche, and acclimatization stops in places like Namche Bazaar. Reaching EBC (around 5,364m) on the Khumbu Glacier is a profound experience, marked by expedition tents and glacial landscapes, culminating in breathtaking views, especially from Kala Patthar.
Charming Villages: Walk through picturesque settlements like Chame, Manang, Pisang, and Jagat, often featuring unique architecture.
Spiritual Stops: Visit sacred sites like the Muktinath Temple (Hindu & Buddhist) and explore meditation caves.
Logistics & Teahouses: A well-established route with a network of teahouses for accommodation and food, making it accessible.
Gradual Ascent: Crucial acclimatization days, especially in Manang, to adapt to thinning air and avoid altitude sickness.
Physical Challenge: Long days of walking (4-8 hours), especially the tough climb to Thorong La Pass.
Varied Terrain: From dusty trails to suspension bridges and rocky paths
Itinerary
Days 1-2: Arrive in Kathmandu, sightseeing, and preparation. Welcome dinner with guide.
Day 2: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla, then trek to Phakding (approx. 3-4 hours).
Day 3: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (approx. 6 hours), the central hub of the Khumbu region.
Day 4: Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar, with an optional hike to the Everest View Hotel.
Day 5: Day 5: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche, home to a famous monastery.
Day 6: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche.
Day 7: Acclimatization day in Dingboche, often with a hike to Nagerjun Hill.
Day 8: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche.
Day 9: Trek to Gorak Shep (the last stop before Base Camp) and then to Everest Base Camp, returning to Gorak Shep.
Day 10: Early morning hike to Kala Patthar for sunrise views of Mount Everest, then trek down to Pheriche.
Day 11: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar.
Day 12: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla.
Day 13: Fly from Lukla back to Kathmandu. Farewell dinner with group.
Day 14: Departure from Kathmandu.