Everest Base Camp trekking is a life-changing experience you’ll never forget. The opportunity to trek in Nepal amongst the highest mountains on earth lures thousands of visitors to this magical land year after year. This author was hooked on Nepal after that first trek in the Everest region 15 years ago. The beautiful Nepalese people, the stunning Himalayan mountains, the culture and simplicity of the trekking in Nepal. It all amounted to the experience of a lifetime for me and I knew I’d be returning year after year. But what can those looking to undertake their first trek in the Everest region expect?
At Trek Climb Ski Nepal we’ve put together a carefully designed Everest Base Camp trekking itinerary that doesn’t take short cuts. We’re renowned for our safety record and success rate in the mountains and this hasn’t happened by accident. We observe every high altitude trekking protocol to ensure that you don’t just make it to Everest Base Camp, you’ll do it in style and enjoy every step of the way. Some of our Everest Base Camp trekking highlights include:
- Stunning views of Mt Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Ama Dablam, Island Peak and the Khumbu Icefall
- An unforgettable sunrise over Mt Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam from Namche Bazaar
- Sunset over Mt Everest from the summit of Kala Pattar at 5545m
- Trekking into Everest Base Camp and standing beneath the Khumbu Icefall
Our Everest Base Camp trekking itinerary
Day 1
Arrive at Kathmandu and be transferred by Trek Climb Ski Nepal staff to your accommodation at The Radisson Hotel. Your afternoon is at leisure. In the evening you’ll enjoy a welcome dinner and drinks hosted by your Sherpa guides and leaders.
Day 2
Start with a huge buffet breakfast at The Radisson followed by a morning sightseeing tour around Kathmandu. Your afternoon at leisure. Our team will be available in the afternoon to assist all guests with last minute preparations.
Day 3
Up early this morning for transfer to the domestic terminal at the Kathmandu International Airport. All luggage and personal possessions you won’t need during your Everest Base Camp trek can be stored (free of charge) at The Radisson Hotel. After an interesting and chaotic check-in procedure, you’ll enjoy a stunning mountain flight to Lukla. You’ll enjoy breakfast at Namaste Lodge then commence your trek to Phakding. Your Everest Base Camp trekking adventure has begun! Overnight in Phakding (2600m).
Day 4
Trek to Namche Bazaar and overnight in this beautiful Sherpa village (3440m).
Day 5
Acclimatisation day in Namche Bazaar (includes a visit to the Everest View Hotel and the local Monastery).
Day 6
Trek to Deboche and explore the famous Thyangboche Monastery en route. Overnight at Deboche.
Days 7 & 8
Slowly ascend further up valley to Dingboche and then acclimatisation day in Dingboche.
Day 9
Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche and overnight in Lobuche at the base of majestic Nuptse.
Day 10
From Lobuche to Gorak Shep trekking alongside the Khumbu glacier. In the afternoon ascend Kala Pattar for spectacular views of sunset over Everest and Nuptse.
Day 11
Today you’ll trek from Gorak Shep to Everest Base Camp and then return to Gorak Shep.
Day 12
Trek from Gorak Shep to Dingboche and overnight in Dingboche – you’re on the way down!
Day 13
From Dingboche to Pangboche for stunning views of Ama Dablam.
Day 14
Today we trek from Pangboche to Khumjung and Khunde where we’ll visit the Sir Edmund Hillary School.
Day 15
A well deserved ‘easy day’ and all downhill from Khumjung to Phakding.
Day 16
Back to Lukla this day for a memorable evening with all our guides and porters.
Day 17
From Lukla we fly back to Kathmandu and re-check into The Radisson Hotel.
Day 18
Trip concludes. All guests will be conveyed to Kathmandu International Airport to meet their respective international flights.
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