14-Day Everest Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu with Kala Patthar

The flight into Kathmandu Valley is spectacular, with a panoramic view of the Himalayan mountains and the valley below. Our agent will greet and welcome you at Tribhuvan International Airport, drive you to your hotel, and assist you with your travel requirements. You'll have time to visit the city after check-in, depending on your arrival time.

You'll be flying to Lukla today. An exciting flight to Lukla, a picturesque mountaintop Sherpa settlement, starts your Everest adventure. Meet the rest of the team after you arrive in Lukla, sort through your possessions, pack your belongings, and head out on your adventure.

Descend towards the Dudh Koshi River through the Chauri Kharka settlement. Phakding (2,610m), a small Sherpa settlement hidden in the lush Dudh Koshi Valley, is reached through a picturesque path that follows the river's bank. On the way, you'll see Khumbila, a holy peak worshipped by the Sherpas. No one is permitted to climb this sacred mountain, making it one of the few unclimbed summits in the Khumbu area.

If you're not too fatigued, stroll through the town and interact with the inhabitants, or swing by one of the cafés for a hot beverage. Overnight in Phakding.

Duration: 35 minutes flight, 3-4 hours (8 km) trek

Set out for Namche Bazaar, also renowned as Nepal's 'Sherpa capital.' The trail passes the Dudh Koshi, a milky glacial river, up to Monjo. Walk across a suspension bridge and through a mesmerizing pine forest. You'll cross numerous suspension bridges, including the well-known Hillary Suspension Bridge.

Arrange your permits for inspection before you approach the Sagarmatha National Park entrance. Trek down alongside the Dudh Koshi River to Jorsale. After some rest, it's a tough climb uphill to Namche Bazaar, the Everest Region's economic powerhouse. Brace yourself as you catch your first glimpse of Mount Everest in all its grandeur from Tope Danda.

Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

Walking Distance: 6-7 hours (10.5 km) trek

Enjoy an entire day at Namche Bazaar. This is your first acclimatization day; as you ascend, your body must adapt to the thinner air at greater elevations. The village has various vantage points for acclimatization hikes.

Some of the finest bakeries, cafés, restaurants, shops, and the only ATM in the Everest Region can be found here. The Saturday Market at Namche is well known throughout all of Khumbu. Traders from all over the Everest region travel to Namche on Saturdays to exhibit their items at the market. Interact with the friendly locals or hike up to any of the vantage points for stunning views of the Himalayas.

An early morning hike to any vantage point will give you a breathtaking view of the Himalayas. The sun's rays illuminate the snow-covered peaks of Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde, and Lhotse. Explore the Sherpa Culture Museum to learn about Sherpa culture and customs.

An uphill hike from Shyangboche Airport to Everest View Hotel provides an excellent acclimatization walk, offering close-up views of Mount Everest, Thamserku, and Ama Dablam. You could also hike to the Khumjung and Kunde settlements or visit Sir Edmund Hillary's School, the first in the Everest Region, at Khumjung. Khumjung Monastery, which is almost 400 years old, has what is said to be the scalp of Yeti, the abominable snowman.

Walking Distance: 4-5 hours (6 km) trek

The trail today provides amazing sights of the Himalayan ranges. Some of the Himalayan giants you will view while trekking are Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Kwangde. This hike is notable for its route through juniper and rhododendron forests, with gigantic peaks towering overhead.

Tengboche, a Sherpa settlement, is the destination for today's trek. Tengboche presents a close-up view of Ama Dablam, one of the world's most picturesque peaks. Tengboche Monastery, the Khumbu region's oldest Buddhist monastery, looms over the settlement. Explore the monastery and attend the monks' trance-inducing hum and chanting.

Furthermore, the golden rays of the sun brushing over the snowy mountains, notably Ama Dablam and Thamserku, are not to be missed at dawn and dusk.

Walking Distance: 5-6 hours (10 km) trek

You'll pass the plains and the Imja Khola (River) on your way to Pangboche. The hamlet boasts the region's largest and tallest permanent Sherpa settlement; the unique Sherpa village ambience and local cuisine will keep you entertained.

In the afternoon, proceed to Dingboche. The views of Island Peak and Ama Dablam are spectacular on the way.

Walking Distance: 5-6 hours (11 km) trek

Take a day off at Dingboche to acclimatize to the high altitude. This is your second acclimatization day, and there's plenty to do here for trekkers and climbers on their way to Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, or Imja Tse. After breakfast, take an acclimatization hike to Nagarjun Hill (5,100m) near the village. It is an uphill trek with no particularly challenging aspects. There may be some loose rocks, and you may need to watch your step while scrambling on certain portions.

Nangkatshang, or Nagarjun, named after a Buddhist hermit, nestles on the hilltop and is one of the outstanding viewpoints in the Khumbu region.

One may experience breathtaking 360-degree views of Makalu, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Kantega, Thamserku, and other peaks. The finest views are of Ama Dablam, as the entire mountain can be seen from the base to the top, and Island Peak. You may also get a close-up glimpse of the Imja Glacier from here. In the late afternoon, you may relax or walk around the village.

Walking Distance: 4-5 hours (4.5 km) trek

Continue through steep mountain terrain to Lobuche, a tiny village with spectacular views of Lobuche, Pumori, and Nuptse. Due to the high altitude, walking may be difficult, so take frequent rests and stop for lunch along the route in the little settlement of Thukla (4,600m).

At Thukla Pass, you'll pass memorial stupas constructed in memory of mountaineers who died while ascending Mount Everest. Among the stone tributes are those honouring alpinists Scott Fischer, Rob Hall, and climbing record-holder Sherpa. The late Babu Chiri Sherpa is also notable. The ill-fated Everest expedition that claimed the lives of Scott Fischer and Rob Hall was chronicled in Jon Krakauer's book 'Into Thin Air' and adapted into a feature-length film titled 'Everest.'

The peaks that separate Nepal and Tibet can be seen from the trail. Lobuche consists of a few local dwellings and teahouses that provide modest services.

Walking Distance: 5-6 hours (8 km) trek

Your goal of reaching the base of the world's highest peak comes true today. The hike will take you to Everest Base Camp, the destination you've been wanting to reach since the beginning of your adventure.

Today's trek is one of the most memorable parts of your whole adventure. Despite the fact that it is hard and challenging, you may feel physically weaker as the elevation increases and the oxygen level declines. Follow your guide and take it slowly and steadily.

Gorak Shep may be reached in a few hours. Take a break, leave your heavy belongings at your teahouse, and climb up to Everest Base Camp.

Walking Distance: 7-8 hours (12 km) trek

After breakfast, hike to Kala Patthar, the Everest Region's most popular overlook. At 5,550 meters, Kala Patthar is the highest point on your trek.

Since the top of Mount Everest is not visible from Everest Base Camp, hikers frequently travel to Kala Patthar to enjoy a closer look at the world's highest mountains. Mount Pumori, Everest, Nuptse, and Lhotse encircle Kala Patthar with snowy walls. Indulge yourself in a 360-degree panorama of these Himalayan vistas. From the top of Kala Patthar, the sun's flaming rays illuminate Mount Everest's snowy peak. Return to Gorak Shep later and continue to Pheriche.

Walking Distance: 6-7 hours (12 km) trek

From Pheriche to Tengboche, the hike is quite straightforward and downhill. By late afternoon, you will arrive in Namche Bazaar. Indulge in the views and have a good night's sleep.

Walking Distance: 7-8 hours (19 km) trek

Today's hike will take you back to Lukla. Trek to the Hillary Suspension Bridge after breakfast, then continue via various small settlements to Lukla. You may celebrate your accomplishment in Lukla, and this will be your final night in the mountains.

Walking Distance: 6-7 hours (18.5 km) trek

The picturesque flight from Lukla to Kathmandu is a delight, and you'll be driven to your accommodation once you arrive in Kathmandu. Go shopping for souvenirs or take a break. A special goodbye dinner will be served in the evening to mark the end of your adventure.

Duration: 35 minutes flight

Our staff will drop you off at the airport as you bid farewell to your newfound friends as well as Nepal.