Everest Base Camp Trek 10 Days

Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Fly Lukla (2,840 m/ 9,372 ft) and Phakding (2,610 m/ 8,613 ft) | Flight: 30 minutes | Trek: 3/4 hrs.

On the first starting day, we fly towards Lukla Airport, which is spotted on the list of most extreme adventurous airports in the world, spitting Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu. Hence landing on Lukla, we develop a short 3 to 4 hours trek, walking down almost 500 m towards Dudh Koshi River and moving on passing through several mini walls and Monuments, murmuring Buddhist prayer to reach Phakding. Being the first day, we only extend a short trek as starting the warm-up day from Lukla to Phakding.

Meal: Lunch and Dinner

Day 02: Namche (3440 m/ 11,283 ft) | Trek: 5/6 hrs.

We will have breakfast in Phakding before gearing up for a (10 to 12 km) long trek to Namche bazaar. We develop our trek over the Dudh Koshi River through a long suspension bridge and pleasing pine forest to Monjo. Soon thereafter, we officially enter Sagarmatha National Park for a brief permit check, pursuing a trial along the tough climb up to the hill rewards Namche Bazaar (the resting place).

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 03: Tengboche (3,867 m/ 12,684 ft) | Trek: 5/6 hrs |

On the third day after having a delightful breakfast, we extend our (5 to 6 hours) trek to reach Tengboche which is considered one of the most beautiful spots in the Everest region. Triggering our trek through the valley above Dudh Koshi River offers breathtaking views of many giant Himalayas, Pleasing forests, several villages, and numerous tea shops along passing through many zigzag trails, you reach Tengboche. The moment of exploring Tengboche Monastery (Khumbu's largest Monastery) at Tengboche is incredible.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 04: Dingboche (4,358m / 14, 295 ft) | Trek: 5/6 hrs 

On the fourth day, our (5 to 6 hours) trek starts walking through charming and lush rhododendron forest, crossing Imja Khola River to Pangboche valley (3,860 m/ 12,664 ft). Enjoy an opportunity to visit the ancient Pangboche monastery and small Sherpa villages passing through fascinating mini walls. Unique and different level of difficult experience of afternoon hike leaving Pangboche through dry landscape deserted mountain, we step Dingboche.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 05: Lobuche (4,928 m/ 16,164 ft) | Trek: 5/6 hrs

After a satisfying breakfast, we develop a nearly 5 hours challenging trek on high hills over Khumbu Khola valley passing memorial stupas, Chola Lake, wooden bridges, stony Mount Pumori (7,138 m/ 23,418 ft) view through the curvy trail to ascend Dungla. After there, we pass the mortal Khumbu glacier of Mount Everest exploring many giant and tall mountains to reach Lobuche. Finally, after reaching Lobuche three miles above sea level, we prepare for a chilly cold night.
Meal: Brekfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 06: Everest Base Camp ( 5,364 m/ 17,575 ft) and return to Gokarshep ( 5,160 m/ 16,929 ft)  | Trek: 5/6 hrs

We begin our sixth-day trek leaving Lobuche and aiming for Everest base camp. Developing morning walk we reach Gokarshep to have lunch and continue to climb up targeting Everest base camp. The close and giant increasing face of Mount Everest is focusing part of the day. On trekking way, just a small ascend offers you a real breathtaking sight of 360° view on high mountain kingdom. Walking through the high elevation of Everest finally, we step Everest base camp after sightseeing and captures we will be back to Gokarshep for an overnight stay.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 07: Morning Kalapathar (5,550 m/ 18,204 ft) and Pheriche (4358m/ 14,295 ft) | Trek: 5/6 hrs

Day seven is a separate day to hike towards Kalapathar (Black rock). Leaving Gokarshep we hike upward for a couple of hours to step on the viewpoint of Kalapathar. A spectacular and surprising view of Kalapathar and other stunning views of Mount Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori, and many more high mountains are the offers of day seven. After having a wonderful time throughout the high giant mountains, we head back towards Pheriche for a nighttime stop.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 08: Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/ 11,283 ft) | Trek: 4/5 hrs.

After leaving Pheriche towards Pangboche is totally downhill, following and continuing the same route (7 to 8 hours) that we passed before we reach Namche Bazaar by late afternoon. This night we enjoy Sherpa’s traditional and cultural nights with their dishes at a restaurant.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 09: Lukla (2,840 m/ 9,372 ft) Trek: 6/7 hrs | Meal: BLD

On a ninth day, quitting Namche we start (7 to 8 hours trek) to step Lukla following back the same way that we had developed before passing through many bridges, charming forests, small villages, praying stones, and flattering praying flags. We also consider and follow some formalities on the National park check post as before. After stepping Lukla, it brings the last tea house and a party night with your trekking crew this will be your last night on the mountain.

Meal: Breakfast

Day 10: Fly to Kathmandu | Flight: 30 minutes |

The last day of trekking is for the scenic flight leaving Lukla to Kathmandu over snow-capped mountains. Usually, flights are in the morning schedule but you will hold sufficient time to have a fine breakfast in Lukla. Our private vehicle will be following your arrival time to pick you up and shift you to a fine hotel.
Meal: Breakfast

Route Map

Useful Information

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Insurance Policy:

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VACCINATION FOR NEPAL   

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ALTITUDE SICKNESS (ACUTE MOUNTAIN SICKNESS)

Altitude sickness, also known as AMS (acute mountain sickness), is caused by a lack of oxygen at high altitudes (normally above 3,000m). It occurs as the result of our bodies’ inability to adapt to a sudden increase in altitude. If given time, our bodies will adjust and a gradual ascent will decrease the possibility of altitude sickness.

PREVENTION OF AMS: Go slowly, drink a lot of water, and pay attention to the sensations of your body. If symptoms occur you have climbed too far for the day. Rest at the same altitude will give you time to acclimatize and usually relieve mild symptoms.

MILD SYMPTOMS: Headache, nausea, loss of appetite, and mild shortness of breath with minimal exertion, difficulty sleeping, dizziness or lightheadedness, mild weakness, fatigue, a general unwell feeling.

SERIOUS SYMPTOMS: The inability to recover from shortness of breath with rest, severe persistent headache, low urine output, vomiting, confusion, delirium, loss of coordination. These require immediate descent as acclimatization will not take place at the same altitude.

The key is to trek slowly, carry a light pack and just take it easy. Allow your body the time it needs to acclimatize.

ARRIVAL INSTRUCTION

Upon your arrival at TIA International Airport, our company's representatives are stationed to pick you up. They will be holding your name sign along with the company's name in it. Our office representative will escort you to your hotel in Kathmandu.