14-Day Everest Base Camp Trek with Kala Patthar Sunrise

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Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu and Thamel Exploration

• Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport and meet the local representative.
• Transfer to the hotel and complete check-in.
• Explore the lively streets of Thamel and observe local markets.
• Purchase or rent any required trekking gear.
• Attend a detailed trek briefing with the guide in the evening.

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Day 02

Fly to Lukla and Trek Along the Dudh Koshi to Phakding

• Take an early morning flight to Lukla (2,860 meters).
• Enjoy aerial views of the Himalayas during the short flight.
• Meet porters and begin the trek.
• Follow the trail along the Dudh Koshi River.
• Reach Phakding (2,610 meters) and stay overnight in a teahouse.

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Day 03

Trek Through Sagarmatha National Park to Namche Bazaar

• Start the trek and cross multiple suspension bridges.
• Pass through villages such as Monjo and Jorsale.
• Enter Sagarmatha National Park.
• Climb steeply toward Namche Bazaar (3,440 meters).
• Settle into the accommodation and rest.

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Day 04

Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar

• Hike to the Everest View Hotel for panoramic mountain views.
• Observe peaks such as Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam.
• Explore Namche Bazaar markets and cafes.
• Visit the Sherpa Culture Museum.
• Return to the lodge and rest for acclimatization.

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Day 05

Scenic Forest Trek to Tengboche Monastery

• Walk through scenic forest trails with mountain views.
• Descend to Phunki Thanga and cross a river.
• Climb through rhododendron forests.
• Reach Tengboche (3,860 meters).
• Visit the famous Tengboche Monastery.

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Day 06

Trek Across Alpine Terrain to Dingboche

• Descend to Deboche and cross the Imja Khola River.
• Pass through Pangboche village.
• Continue through alpine terrain above the tree line.
• Arrive at Dingboche (4,410 meters).
• Rest and enjoy wide mountain views.

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Day 07

Acclimatization Hike to Nagarjun Hill

• Hike to Nagarjun Hill (5,100 meters) for altitude adaptation.
• Observe panoramic views of Makalu, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam.
• Descend back to Dingboche.
• Spend the afternoon resting and hydrating.

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Day 08

Trek via Thukla Pass to Lobuche

• Walk through a gradual incline toward Thukla Pass.
• Visit the Everest Memorial site honoring climbers.
• Continue along the Khumbu Glacier moraine.
• Reach Lobuche (4,940 meters).
• Rest and prepare for higher altitude trekking.

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Day 09

Trek to Gorak Shep and Everest Base Camp

• Trek along rocky glacier trails to Gorak Shep (5,164 meters).
• Take a short rest and have lunch.
• Continue the trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364 meters).
• Explore the Khumbu Glacier and surrounding peaks.
• Return to Gorak Shep for an overnight stay.

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Day 10

Kala Patthar Sunrise Hike and Descent to Pheriche

• Start an early morning hike to Kala Patthar (5,545 meters).
• Witness sunrise over Mount Everest.
• Descend to Gorak Shep for breakfast.
• Continue descending to Pheriche (4,371 meters).
• Rest and recover at a lower altitude.

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Day 11

Descend Through Tengboche and Pangboche to Namche Bazaar

• Retrace your steps through Tengboche and Pangboche.
• Enjoy improved oxygen levels while descending.
• Pass through forests and scenic valleys.
• Reach Namche Bazaar and rest.

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Day 12

Final Trek Back to Lukla

• Descend through villages and river crossings.
• Climb gradually toward Lukla.
• Complete the final trekking day.
• Celebrate trek completion with the team.

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Day 13

Fly Back to Kathmandu

• Take an early morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu.
• Transfer to the hotel and relax.
• Explore the city or shop for souvenirs.
• Attend the farewell dinner in the evening.

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Day 14

Departure from Kathmandu

• Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
• Conclude the Everest Base Camp adventure with lasting memories.