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Everest Base Camp Trek
15 days, Kathmandu to Kathmandu
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Everest is more than a mountain and the journey to its base camp is more than just a trek. Along a route dubbed by some as "the steps to heaven," every bend in the trail provides another photo opportunity — beautiful forests, Sherpa villages, glacial moraines, and foothills. For active adventurers not afraid to break a sweat, our full trekking support staff will bring you close to local cultures before opening a window to the top of the world.
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Travel Style: Active
Hiking, trekking, biking, rafting, and kayaking adventures all over the world, made for outdoor types.
Service Level: Basic
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Physical Rating: 5 - Challenging
Serious high-altitude hikes, cycling, or other instances of heavy exercise. Come prepared to sweat a bit.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 15, Avg 10
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Trip Code: ANEA
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Itinerary
Day 1Kathmandu
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Kathmandu/Phakding
Catch the mountain flight to Lukla, enjoying stunning views of the Himalayas. Meet the Sherpas and begin the trek to Phakding.
Day 3Phakding/Namche Bazaar
Hike to Namche Bazaar, gateway to Everest Base Camp and spend two nights acclimatizing for the trek.
Day 4Namche Bazaar
During today's acclimatization day the group will hike up to Syangboche at 3860m. Weather permitting, you will be able to spend some time here and enjoy tea or coffee while viewing the mighty Himalayas and of course Everest Peak. Return back to Namche where the remainder of the day is yours to rest as you please.
Total time spent hiking today will be around 3 hours.
Day 5Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Set out on a 6–7 hr trek through woods and rhododendron forests before arriving in Tengboche.
Day 6Tengboche to Dingboche
Trek to Dingboche, crossing bridges and rivers with sweeping views of the Himalayan region. Spend 2 nights here to acclimatize.
Day 7Dingboche
Today is an acclimatization day. Opt to hike to Chhukung or Nagarzhang Peak.
Day 8Dingboche/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.
Day 9Everest Base Camp (Gorak Shep).
Today includes a challenging climb past the Khumbu Glacier, arriving in Nuptse. Cross the Changri Glacier to Gorakshep, and then enjoy the highlight of reaching Everest Base Camp.
Day 10Gorak Shep/Pheriche
Enjoy an early morning trek to Kala Pattar for stunning sunrise views of Everest and surrounding vistas. Later, descend to Pheriche.
Day 11Pheriche to Kenjuma
Descend through Pangboche, with its great gompa, to Kenjuma
Day 12Kenjuma to Monjo
Continue our descent, staying in the small village of Monjo for the evening.
Day 13Monjo/Lukla
The final day of our trek takes us back to Lukla, where we have a chance to relax after the rigorous adventure we just undertook.
Day 14Lukla/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.
Day 15Kathmandu
Depart at any time.
What's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- English-speaking local guide and assistants for the trek
- Porters included on the trek
- Trekking to Everest Base Camp
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels/guesthouses (2 nts), teahouse lodges (12 nts).
Meals
No meals included
Allow USD360-470 for meals not included.
Transportation
Plane, bus, walking.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, trekking support staff.
Departures
Make it a private tour
Book this tour as a private departure, with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour.