Nepal · Trekking

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

12 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Hard pace
Everest Base Camp Expedition
Pheriche valley with Mountain background

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Experience Sherpa culture and way of life in Sagarmatha National Park
  • 02 Marvel at Namche Bazaar, the gateway to the Everest Base Camp trek
  • 03 Explore the old Tengboche Monastery and enjoy mesmerizing mountain views
  • 04 Visit Pangboche Monastery and Ama Dablam Base Camp
  • 05 Discover the trekker's paradise at Kala Patthar and Everest Base Camp

Embark on a breathtaking Everest Base Camp trek, beginning with a mountain flight to Lukla and a scenic trail through Phakding and Namche Bazaar. Acclimatize along the way as you journey through traditional Sherpa villages, alpine meadows, and glacier landscapes in the Everest region. The trek leads to the unforgettable milestone of Everest Base Camp, followed by stunning sunrise views from Kala Patthar. This is a memorable Himalayan adventure filled with dramatic scenery and high-altitude trekking.

The trek leads to the unforgettable milestone of Everest Base Camp, followed by stunning sunrise views from Kala Patthar.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Hard
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kathmandu, Everest Base Camp-South, Lukla, Dingboche, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Phakding, Lobuche, Kala Patthar, Pangboche, Gorakshep, Monjo, Chukhung, Pheriche
Languages English, Hindi, Nepali

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding

  • Catch the mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, enjoying stunning views of the Himalayas.
  • Meet the Sherpas and begin the trek to Phakding.

Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast

2
Day 02

Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar

  • Hike to Namche Bazaar, the gateway to Everest Base Camp, and spend two nights acclimatizing for the trek.

Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast

3
Day 03

Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar

  • During today's acclimatization day, the group will hike up to Syangboche at 3860 m. Weather permitting, you can spend some time here and enjoy tea or coffee while viewing the mighty Himalayas and, of course, Everest Peak.
  • Return to Namche, where the remainder of the day is yours to rest as you please.

Total time spent hiking today will be around 3-4 hours.

Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast

4
Day 04

Trek through Forests to Tengboche

  • Set out on a 6-7 hour trek through woods and rhododendron forests before arriving in Tengboche.

Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast

5
Day 05

Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche

  • Trek to Dingboche, crossing bridges and rivers with sweeping views of the Himalayan region.
  • Spend two nights here to acclimatize.

Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast

6
Day 06

Acclimatization Day in Dingboche

  • Today is an acclimatization day.
  • Opt to hike to Chhukung or Nagarzhang Peak, which offers an excellent sunset view of Makalu (8485 m).

Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast

7
Day 07

Trek across Alpine Meadows to Lobuche

  • Hike through alpine meadows and summer yak pastures towards the end of the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier to Lobuche, which has spectacular views of Nuptse.

Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast

8
Day 08

Reach Gorak Shep and Everest Base Camp

  • Today includes a challenging climb past the Khumbu Glacier, arriving in Nuptse.
  • Cross the Changri Glacier to Gorakshep, then enjoy the highlight of reaching Everest Base Camp.

Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast

9
Day 09

Sunrise at Kala Patthar and Descent to Pheriche

  • Enjoy an early morning trek to Kala Pattar (5545 m) for stunning sunrise views of Everest and the surrounding vistas.
  • Later, descend to Pheriche.

Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast

10
Day 10

Descend from Pheriche to Namche Bazar

  • Descend through Pangboche and Tengboche, then reach Namche Bazar.

Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast

11
Day 11

Final Trek Back to Lukla

  • Continue the descent, stop in Monjo or Phakding's small village for lunch, and continue to Lukla.
  • The final day of the trek takes you back to Lukla, where you can relax after your rigorous adventure.

Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast

12
Day 12

Fly Back to Kathmandu

  • Catch the short flight back to Kathmandu, where the rest of the day is free for shopping, sightseeing, or relaxing in one of the many rooftop cafés.

Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast

Lukla mountain flight, Namche Bazaar gateway, Everest Base Camp-South, Kala Patthar sunrise

Where this trip takes you

Lukla mountain flight, Namche Bazaar gateway, Everest Base Camp-South, Kala Patthar sunrise

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 14 cities · 12 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • International airport pick-up and drop-off services
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle for the domestic airstrip
  • 11-night twin-sharing mountain accommodation, including breakfast
  • Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit
  • Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flight ticket with departure tax
  • Local permits
  • An experienced English-speaking Sherpa guide with equipment
  • All food, lodging, and salary for the Sherpa guide
  • Local permits for Everest Base Camp trekking
  • TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System)
  • Insurance for Nepalese staff
  • Government tax and VAT

The services that are not mentioned in the included section are extra.

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses, tipping for the guide and porter, an emergency fund for flight cancellation, and necessary equipment
  • Lunch and dinner while trekking and in Kathmandu are the traveler's responsibility
  • Other meals and hotel in Kathmandu as per itinerary
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, or early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (also in the case of an early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary)

What to bring

  • Down jackets
  • Woollen shirts and thick sweaters
  • Waterproof jacket with hood or poncho
  • Trousers
  • Thermal underwear and thermal coat
  • Two pairs of loose-fitting long shorts/skirts
  • Pair of gloves
  • Pair of sandals
  • Woollen hat
  • Long-sleeved shirt
  • Towel and hankies
  • Lightweight walking boots
  • Two pairs of thin socks and two pairs of woollen socks
  • Trekking trousers (zip on and off)
  • Equipment and accessories
  • Snow glasses and sunglasses
  • Walking pole
  • A duffle bag or kit bag to carry your gear while trekking
  • 2-4 large plastic bags to separate clean clothes from dirty ones, and 6-10 smaller plastic bags to dispose of garbage
  • Daypack bag to carry your requirements
  • Water bottle and water purifying tablets
  • Toilet articles and towels, toilet paper
  • Umbrella (optional)
  • Headlamp, torch, candles
  • Matches/lighters
  • Binoculars, camera, trekking map and compass, knife, and reading materials with a pen
  • Toilet paper

Know before you go

  • Everest Base Camp Trek is not as daunting as it sounds. However, the acclimatization day is required and attached to the itinerary.
  • This trek involves 5-7 hours of daily walking.
  • Consult your doctor for a personal vaccine.
  • Please send us your arrival or hotel details for the group meeting in Kathmandu.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), International Terminal, Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.

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