Everest Base Camp Trek

Places You’ll See

Kathmandu
Lukla
Phakding
Namche Bazar
Tengboche
Dingboche

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Highlights

Excursion to Thame + Khumjung
Experience fluted ice walls of Amphu Lapcha pass
Climb past the Khumbu Glacier
Sunrise views of Everest

Itinerary

Start and end in Kathmandu! With the hiking & trekking tour Everest Base Camp Trek, you have a 15 day tour package taking you through Kathmandu, Nepal and 5 other destinations in Nepal. Everest Base Camp Trek includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, transport and more.

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Introduction
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.

Day 1: Kathmandu
Arrive at any time.

Accommodation:
- Fuji Hotel (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Meet Your CEO and Group
Day 2: Kathmandu/Phakding
The mountain flight into Lukla is spectacular and the landing an exciting beginning to the trek – one end of the runway is 60m (197ft) higher than the other. The flight is on a small Dornier / Twin Otter flight and flight duration is generally around 25 – 30 minutes.

Once in Lukla, head through pine and cedar woods along the Dudh Kosi to Phakding. Spend the next three nights trekking in the area and acclimatizing in preparation for heading to base camp. This is a challenging trip and involves difficult trekking at high altitudes but the whole experience is simply awe-inspiring!

Accommodation:
- Shangri-La Guest House (or similar).

Transport:
- Plane: Kathmandu to Lukla 00:45 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Everest Base Camp Trek

Additional Notes: Details of the trip are subject to change due to weather conditions or any other factors outside the control of G Adventures or its agents.
Day 3: Phakding/Namche Bazaar
An acclimatisation day allows for an excursion to Thame and Khumjung, the green village.

Accommodation:
- Hotel Camp de Base (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Everest Base Camp Trek
Day 4: Namche Bazaar
An acclimatisation day allows for an excursion to Thame and Khumjung, the green village.

Accommodation:
- Hotel Camp de Base (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Everest Base Camp Trek
Day 5: Namche Bazaar/Thyāngboche
Set out on a 6–7 hr trek through woods and rhododendron forests before arriving in Tengboche.

Accommodation:
- Tashi Delek Lodge (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Everest Base Camp Trek
Day 6: Thyāngboche/Dingboche

In and around Dingboche

Trek to Dingboche, crossing bridges and rivers with sweeping views of the Himalayan region. Spend 2 nights here to acclimatize.

Accommodation:
- Peaceful Lodge (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Everest Base Camp Trek
Day 7: Dingboche
An acclimatization day here can be used to hike up the Imja Khola to Chhukung or Nagarzhang Peak, a small summer settlement from where stunning views of Island Peak, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and the fluted ice walls flanking the Amphu Lapcha pass can be seen. These views are one of the highlights of the entire trek.

Accommodation:
- Peaceful Lodge (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Acclimatization Day
Day 8: Dingboche/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:
- National Park Lodge (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Everest Base Camp Trek
Day 9: Everest Base Camp
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.

Accommodation:
- Himalayan Lodge (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Everest Base Camp Trek
- Everest Base Camp Trek
Day 10: Gorak Shep/Pheriche
Enjoy an early morning trek to Kala Pattar for stunning sunrise views of Everest and surrounding vistas. Later, descend to Pheriche.

Accommodation:
- Panorama Lodge (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Everest Base Camp Trek
- Everest Base Camp Trek
Day 11: Pheriche/Kyangjuma
Descend through Pangboche, with its great gompa, to Kyangjuma.

Accommodation:
- Aama Dabalam (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Everest Base Camp Trek
Day 12: Kyangjuma/Monjo
Continue our descent, staying in the small village of Monjo for the evening.

Accommodation:
- Chumoa Guest House (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Everest Base Camp Trek
Day 13: Monjo/Lukla

In and around 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.

Accommodation:
- Mera Lodge (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Everest Base Camp Trek
Day 14: Lukla/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:
- Fuji Hotel (or similar).

Transport:
- Plane: Lukla to Kathmandu 00:45 Hr(s)

Additional Notes: Please note that departures for this trip between April and June 2019 will be subject to an itinerary change. During this time, the Kathmandu airport will be closed for maintenance and as a result, we will be flying to Ramechap and taking a private bus back to Kathmandu.
Day 15: Kathmandu
Depart at any time.

Included Activities:
- Departure Day