Nepal · Trekking

12-Day Everest Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu via Lukla and Kala Patthar

12 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Challenging pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Traverse Namche Bazaar, also known as the gate of Everest
02 Explore Lukla, a popular place for visitors to the Himalayas
03 Reach Everest Base Camp on a classic trek through the Khumbu region
04 Enjoy majestic views of Ama Dablam, Pumori, and Island Peak
05 Hike to Kala Patthar for a high-altitude viewpoint experience

Hike in the Everest Region in the north-eastern part of Nepal, also known as the Khumbu region, on one of the world's most adventurous treks. This 12-day journey takes you from Kathmandu to Lukla and onward through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorakshep, Everest Base Camp, and Kala Patthar. Enjoy majestic views of Ama Dablam, Pumori, and Island Peak along the way, with acclimatisation days built into the itinerary to help you adjust to the altitude.

This 12-day journey takes you from Kathmandu to Lukla and onward through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorakshep, Everest Base Camp, and Kala Patthar.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Challenging

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Kathmandu, Everest Base Camp-South, Lukla, Dingboche, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Lobuche, Kala Patthar, Gorakshep, Pheriche

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Fly to Lukla and Trek to Tok-Tok

Catch the flight from Kathmandu to Lukla.
Trek from Lukla (2880 m) to Tok-Tok (2840 m) with your Nepali mountain guide.

Day 02

Trek from Tok-Tok to Namche Bazaar

Trek from Tok-Tok to Namche Bazaar (3440 m).

Day 03

Acclimatisation in Namche Bazaar

Use the day for acclimatisation in Namche Bazaar. Do a 3-4 hour day hike for acclimatisation.

Day 04

Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche

Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,867m/12,684ft).

5 hours walk.

Day 05

Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche

Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m/14,495ft).

5-6 hours walk.

Day 06

Second Acclimatisation Day in Dingboche

Spend the day in Dingboche, the second day for acclimatisation.

Day 07

Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche

Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4,928m/16,164ft).

5 hours walk.

Day 08

Trek to Gorakshep and Everest Base Camp

Trek to Gorakshep and then to Everest Base Camp.
Return to Gorakshep (5,320/17,450 EBC) /(5,160m/16,929 Gorakshep).

7-8 hours.

Day 09

Hike to Kala Patthar and Trek to Pheriche

Hike to Kala Pattar and then to Pheriche (5,550m/18,204ft Kala Pattar)/ (4,358m/14,295ft Pheriche).

7-8 hours walk.

Day 10

Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar

Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,400m/11,283ft).

7-8 hours walk.

Day 11

Trek from Namche to Lukla

Trek from Namche to Lukla (2,652m/8,700ft).

7-8 hours walk.

Day 12

Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu

Catch the flight back to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft).

Where this trip takes you

Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 10 cities · 12 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Tea house accommodation during the trek
All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
All ground transportation
English-speaking Nepali mountain guide
Domestic airport drop-off and pick-up
One porter for two guests (2:1 porter)
Domestic flights (Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu) for guest and guide
Experienced trekking guide and porters
Sagarmatha National Park fee
All necessary paperwork
Trekking permits, TIMS Card
All government and local taxes

What's Not Included

Nepal visa fee
Airport pick-up and drop-off
International flights
Kathmandu hotel
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu hotel
Travel insurance
Mountain rescue service
Personal expenses (phone, laundry, water, bar drinks, battery recharge, extra porters, hot water shower, etc.)
Tips

Know before you go

Please note that you will take a smaller aircraft for the flight to the mountain region where the Everest Base Camp trek is located. Sometimes bad and critical weather may delay your journey to and from Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu. Weather in the Himalayan and hilly regions can be changeable. We will try to follow the itinerary as closely as possible. In case of flight delays or cancellations, you may need a few extra days before and after the trekking days in the itinerary.
The trekking starts after a short flight to Lukla Airport from Kathmandu. The flight cost is included in the price.
The trek continues upward from Lukla at an altitude of 2800m to the base camp at 5364m. Good health, walking ability, and physical fitness are needed.
Acclimatisation days are included in the itinerary to allow for rest and for travellers to slowly adjust to the increasing altitude.
The safety and well-being of our travellers are our priority.
You will pass through villages while trekking and stay overnight in village tea houses. The taste of delicious food and the warm hospitality of the people will warm you up in the cold weather.

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