Nepal Everest Base Camp Trek – 14 Days

Our representative will be waiting for you in the Tribhuwan International Airport to welcome and help you to make the transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu. You will get some refreshment time which will be then followed by the welcome dinner in one of the traditional Nepalese restaurants in the center of Kathmandu. You will be given short details about the trip and then again taken back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Meals: Welcome dinner

Overnight: Kathmandu

Early in the morning, we will take a picturesque flight of around 40 minutes from Kathmandu to the deadliest airport at Lukla (if weather conditions and other local factors don't result in cancellations and delays). After arriving at Lukla, we will meet the Sherpa team. You will have time to explore the city while the guide divides and sorts a load of luggage into sections that will be carried by porters. We will take a short walk to the northwest of the village of Phakding, where we will spend the night. You can spend the remaining time exploring the community to learn more about it.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Phakding

We will start our hike through the western banks of Dudh Koshi after an early breakfast. Continuing the trek, we arrive at a settlement in Monjo after we cross two of the tiny suspension bridges. A little after a few more hours of the trek lead us to Jorsalle, which is the only town before Namche Bazaar. Namche Bazaar is the capital thriving trading center of the Khumbu Region. Overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Namche

As we are trekking a higher elevation, we will need a certain time to adjust to the increasing elevation, hence, we will take an acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft). Namche Bazaar is a beautiful location that is worthwhile exploring the neighborhood. In this place, you can buy anything from toothpicks to ice axes. Many people can shop in the Saturday market to fulfill their daily needs as there is only one retail market in the nearby areas. You can utilize your time with a short visit to the Everest View Point Hotel which offers an amazing panoramic view. You may also go back to your hotel for the night after visiting the Sherpa Museum, a terrific place to learn about Sherpa culture and mountaineering history.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Namche

Early on the fifth day of the trek, we will leave the hamlet and travel up a high-level path above the Dudh Koshi, taking in breathtaking mountains along the way, including  Mount Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Thamserku, and Kwangde. The route will then descends through a blue pine forest before we return to Phunki Thanga to bridge the Dudh Kosi (3,250m). We will ascend once more on a switchback trail that is occasionally made quite dusty by yak trains to reach the Thyangboche Monastery, a place that must be visited once in a lifetime. You can meet up with the monks and know about its history when it was destroyed by fire in 1989. Overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Tyangboche

We will get up early and then pace up the trails that take us through the rhododendron forests and meadows to the Buddhist nunnery at Deboche before we arrive at the Imja Khola. The traverses that lead to the Makalu region and the Hinko Valley through the Sherpani Col (6,100m) are the most challenging ones on our expedition. The Island Peak and Amphu Laptsa Peak both pass through Dingboche, Chukung Col, and further still. Overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Dingboche

You'll take the day off to relax before taking some extreme adventures the following day. The trek to Chhukung (4,730m), which takes about 3–4 hours from Dingboche, towards the east within the Imjatse Valley, is worthwhile if you don't want a gradual rest day. Although the trek is gradual, you can feel the thin air as the altitude gains gradually coming towards Chhukung. You may choose to take a full day off if not then there are some places where you can go for a day's walk. There aren't many teahouses in Chhukung, but those that do provide wonderful views of the glaciers and snow-covered peaks. Following a pleasant stroll, We return to Dingboche for the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Dingboche

Our journey on this day will take you to the Dughla village, over a hill where there are several memorials to Sherpas who lost their lives on Everest trips. Enjoying views of Kalar Pattar and Pumori, continuing along the Khumbu Glacier Moraine, we will travel through the difficult road to Lobuche. Overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Lobuche

Our hike will start with a small incline at the beginning that quickly turns into a steeper ascent that lasts for about 30 minutes. Then, a descent back down will lead us to Gorak Shep, where we will be checking into our lodge, passing over the windy and rocky trail with an amazing view of Mt. Pumori, Mt. Nuptse, and other magnificent peaks. After lunch, we continue on our trip to the Khumbu Icefall and Everest Base Camp. The trail crosses through the stony dunes, moraines, and streams and continues till we reach the base camp. During the peak expedition season, most of the climbers congregate at the Everest Base Camp Trek in preparation for summiting Everest. In the base camp, we will tour the base camp and the glacier that will surround it before making our way back to Gorakshep for the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Gorakshep

On this day, you will be climbing to the highest elevation on the trek. Your guide will be scheduling time to climb Kala Patthar(5,550m), the place that offers the most breathtaking Everest dawn views. You can get to this famous viewpoint after two hours of walking. The place will offer the greatest views of Mount Everest, Nuptse, Pumori, Ama Dablam, and the entire Khumbu Himalayan range. After admiring this magnificent sight, we will descend to Gorak Shep, have breakfast, and then turn around and travel back toward Pheriche for the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Pheriche

As we make our way to Pangboche, the trail will get primarily downhill. The highest year-round village in the upper Khumbu Valley is Pangboche. The Pangboche monastery, the oldest monastery in the area, is open for visits when we get here. You will bring wonderful memories with you as you descend the slope toward Phungithanka via Tangboche, then continue trekking to Kyanjuma, the intersection of the three routes leading to Gokyo Valley, Khumjung Village, and Namche Bazaar. The rhododendron forest contains a great view of Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Tawache, and Lhotse as well as a variety of fauna, including Himalayan Griffons, Musk deer, and wild goats. In the evening, you may tour a nearby area and take in the breathtaking environment. Stay the night at Namche.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Namche

After breakfast, you can walk at your leisure through the lush green surroundings, going past the amazing mountain vistas, and local Sherpa hamlet down to the Hilary suspension bridge, Lukla. Upon arrival in Lukla, your guide will confirm the details of your airline ticket, and you'll have time to explore the neighborhood before spending the night at a hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Lukla

If the weather allowed, we take an early morning flight to Kathmandu. Our guide will transport you to your accommodation. When a lengthy journey to the Himalayas ends, you may have time to unwind, catch your breath, and recover at your hotel. We will be gathering that evening for the last goodbye meal.

Meals: Breakfast, and Farewell Dinner

Overnight: Kathmandu

You will be free on the final day of the trip to start any additional adventures or activities you may have reserved with us before your departure flight or drive. You will be taken to the international airport if you are flying back home. End of our services for this trip

Meals: Breakfast

✅ All airport and hotel transportation by private vehicle in Kathmandu as per the itinerary suggested.
✅ Deluxe twin-sharing accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
✅ Farewell dinner in Kathmandu (Alcoholic beverages are excluded)
✅ Kathmandu to Lukla to Kathmandu by flight
✅ Full board meal (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea & coffee) during the trek
✅ Seasonal fruits during the trek are provided
✅ Comfortable & clean accommodation on teahouse/lodge/tent during the trek
✅ Government Registered Trek guide (English speaking, First Aid and eco trained), Sherpa porter (one porter for two trekkers)
✅ All necessary paper works, Everest region entry fee, and permits & TIMS card
✅ Four seasonal sleeping bags, Treks duffel bag,  and trekking map (sleeping bag to be returned after trip completion)
✅ First aid exclusive medical kit bag
✅ All government and local taxes

❌ Visa fees (You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, so bring accurate USD cash and two passport photographs.) 
❌International airfare to and from Kathmandu
❌ Lunch and dinner except for the welcome & farewell dinner (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled plan)
❌ Any extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary plan
❌ Travel and rescue insurance

During peak trekking seasons (October to November and March to April), Lukla flights operate from Ramechhap (Manthali Airport), located 4-5 hours east of Kathmandu. During busy periods, flights may be shifted to Ramechhap as early as mid-September in the fall or May in the spring, depending on air traffic and aviation regulations. 

When flying from Kathmandu to Lukla, the baggage allowance is 15 kg for checked luggage and 5 kg for carry-on luggage. There are certain charges if you exceed these limits. It is better to pack in bright and light colors.

To fly to Lukla, travellers need to book their tickets in advance. The cost of a one-way ticket from Kathmandu ranges from $175 to $217, depending on the airline and booking conditions. Passengers should also carry a valid passport and printed or electronic copies of their flight tickets when travelling.

When traveling to a foreign land, one thing that can be a concern is your safety. Travel insurance is one of the mighty saviors that covers loss and theft, medical and hospitalization, evacuation from high altitudes, and adventure activity coverage. But there is a wide variety of travel insurance policies available. You must have a keen eye to get the best possible deals.

Read the fine print carefully to ensure you receive the proper coverage. Be aware of potential emergencies, such as altitude sickness; helicopter evacuations can be costly. There are other things in the policy that trekkers should consider before getting travel insurance.

• Coverage for High Altitude: The insurance covers trekking at altitudes up to 4000m. However, some policies cover altitudes above 6,000 m, as Everest Base Camp is at 5,364m.
• Medical Evacuation: Policies that include emergency medical evacuation are required in the event of altitude sickness or accidents that require immediate transport.
• Trip Cancellation and Interruption: Coverage should include trip cancellation and interruption to protect against unforeseen events, such as flight cancellations and itinerary changes.
• Lost or Stolen Belongings: The policy should also cover lost and stolen luggage.  
• Personal Liability: The insurance should include liability coverage in case of accidents that may injure others or damage property during the Trek.
• 24/7 Emergency Assistance: Choose a provider that gives 24/7 emergency assistance services to help coordinate medical evacuations and provide support in critical situations.
• Specific Trekking Activities: Confirm that the policy covers trekking-related activities. Contact the insurance provider beforehand to include the adventure sports in the policy.

Reaching the heights of Everest Base Camp is no joke. It is wonderful along the trails of the appealing landscape and charming natural heritage. To preserve the local environment, the government of Nepal has allocated a certain amount of fees for permits to walk in the Everest region. 

Nepal Vision Trek has made the package feasible by including the permit fee. The guide will obtain the license on your behalf after you have gathered all the required documents, such as your passport. There are two different types of trekking permits, such as

• Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit - The permit costs NPR 3000 per person. It should be paid in person in Lukla, as the license is not available in Kathmandu.
• Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit—The permit can be obtained in Kathmandu at the Nepal Tourism Board Office or from Monjo at the Sagarmatha Park Entrance Gate. It costs NPR 3000 per person.