14-Day Everest Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu with Kalapatthar Sunrise

• Upon your arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, one of our representatives will pick you up.
• You will be escorted to your hotel.
• They will also assist you with the hotel check-in process.
• After you have refreshed, you will be briefed about the next day's trip.

• On a clear, bright morning, you will fly over the snowcapped mountains.
• You will fly to Lukla, one of the most electrifying high-altitude airports, situated at an altitude of 2900 m.
• Your guides and porters will join you here for the trek.
• Your trekking adventure kicks off from Lukla.
• Beginning the trek, you will descend almost 500 meters to the Dudh Koshi River.
• The trail winds beside the river toward Phakding.
• Passing several mani walls and boulders engraved with Buddhist prayers, you will arrive at Phakding.

Here, you will spend the first night of your trek.

• The trek follows the northern trail up the Dudh Kosi valley to Monjo.
• At Monjo, the trek officially enters Sagarmatha National Park.
• Here, you will need to issue a Sagarmatha National Park Permit Card.
• Continuing along the steep uphill trail, you will savor your first glimpse of Everest.
• You will then arrive at Namche Bazaar, the hub of Sherpa culture.

• This day is set aside for acclimatization to the higher elevation.
• You can go for a short hike to Khumjung, a beautiful settlement of hospitable Sherpas.
• Alternatively, you can roam around Namche, which offers internet cafes, restaurants, ATMs, and colorful markets.
• You can also enjoy the traditional lifestyle of mountain dwellers, complemented by the awe-inspiring surroundings and high-altitude flora and fauna.

• After a delightful breakfast in Namche, you will walk along the side of the valley above the Dudh Koshi River.
• Passing several villages and numerous tea shops, you will descend steeply to a bridge over the river at Phunki Tenga.
• Here, you can see a water-driven prayer wheel.
• Phunki Tenga is an ideal stop for lunch, and you will rest for a while before making the steep climb to Tangboche.
• Along the trail, you can enjoy beautiful rhododendron bushes, birds, and superb mountain scenery.
• These sights help you forget the tiring zigzag trail.
• You will get your first spectacular views of mountains including Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse Shar, Tawache, Kangtega, Thamserkhu, and Nuptse.
• Once you reach Tengboche, you can explore Khumbu's largest monastery, Tengboche Monastery.

• Your trail starts by passing through lush forests of birch, conifer, and rhododendron trees.
• Along the way, you can enjoy mesmerizing views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam.
• You will gradually descend to Deboche.
• Then, you will cross the Imja River to Pangboche.
• Ascending toward Upper Pangboche, you will visit one of the oldest monasteries in Khumbu, Pangboche Monastery.
• Continuing your hike, you will head into the Imja Valley and along the Lobuche River on the way to Dingboche.
• Dingboche is an attractive village beautified with fields of barley, potatoes, and buckwheat.
• You will also see grazing animals along the way.

• This is another important acclimatization day at high altitude.
• Today, depending on your physical fitness, you will be taken to Chhukung Valley following the Imja River.
• From here, you can view stunning mountains and glacier lakes, including Island Peak (6189m), Amphulapche (5663m), Lhotse Shar (8382m), and Lhotse (8516m).
• The main aim of today is to acclimatize you properly for the more challenging days ahead.

• Today, the trek continues up from the village.
• From here, you can enjoy views of mountains including Mt. Makalu.
• You will make a steep climb toward the foot of the Khumbu Glacier.
• You will reach Dugla, where you will have lunch at local lodges and rest for a while.
• Then, you will walk on a trail that zigzags up through the boulders of the glacier's terminal moraine.
• At the top of this climb, there are many stone cairns built as memorials to the Sherpas who have died while climbing Mt. Everest.
• The path then climbs gently along the glacier.
• Eventually, you will reach the cluster of houses at Lobuche, which is situated beneath the Lhotse ridge.

• This is the most interesting and challenging day of the trip.
• The day begins with a mixture of excitement and anxiety.
• Today, you will hike up to Everest Base Camp at an altitude of 5364 m.
• You will head across the horizontal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier.
• On the way to Gorak Shep, you will witness the north ridge of Mt. Everest, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Mahalangur, Mt. Nuptse, and many more.
• Further along, while climbing through the Changri Glacier, you can catch your first glimpse of Kalapatthar.
• You will stop at Gorak Shep for lunch, then continue walking to your ultimate destination, Everest Base Camp.
• The splendid mountain views and scenery make the journey livelier, even after the tiresome walk along the steep route.
• The trail from Gorak Shep will last for approximately 3 hours.
• Once you reach the base camp, you can actually see the deadliest route to Everest, making the journey even more adventurous.
• You will get to spend quality time exploring the base camp and surrounding areas.
• Then, you will return to Gorak Shep to spend the night.

• After Everest Base Camp, this is another exciting and adventurous day as you hike to Kalapatthar.
• You will get an early morning wake-up call from our guide to prepare for the hike.
• The reason for the early start is to catch the sparkling yellowish snowcapped mountains, especially Mt. Everest, as the sunrise rays strike them.
• Every second becomes an exciting moment of a lifetime, so do not forget to capture it on camera.
• Afterward, you will return to Gorak Shep feeling refreshed.
• You will then descend back toward Pheriche, where you will spend the night.

• Today will be a steep descent following the river, crossing bridges, and enjoying a route decorated with birch and rhododendron forests.
• Along the way, your eyes will keep catching Himalayan giants including Everest, Kwangde, Tawache, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Kantega, and Thamserkhu.

Your overnight stay at Namche will be refreshing.

• Today is the final trekking day of the trip.
• You will walk following the Dudh Koshi River down to Lukla.
• You will celebrate with your guide, Sherpa, and porters.
• They will serve some local beer called "CHANG," and you will enjoy a party together.
• You will also learn some traditional Sherpa dance steps.

• You will board a plane back to Kathmandu.
• Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be transferred to your hotel.
• The rest of the day will be at your leisure.
• You can go shopping, enjoy a massage, or simply rest at the hotel.
• In the evening, we invite you for a farewell dinner at an authentic restaurant, where you can share your experience, provide feedback, and enjoy a wonderful evening.

Overnight at the hotel.

• Departure.

(Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: B)