Tour overview
Most popular as Everest Base Camp Trek within 10 days is one the most well-known and highly recommended trekking routes of Nepal. You get to experience the beautiful mountainous region of Nepal at Everest Base Camp which is rich in culture, biodiversities, stunning scenery, and many more. 10-Days Everest Base Camp Trek allows you to experience the wonder and beauty of the Everest region. Also, the majestic beauty of the surrounding Sagarmatha National Park will make your experience memorable.
Everest Base Camp Trek 10 days begins from Lukla which is a Sherpa settlement known as the Gateway to Everest, with a breathtaking flight from Kathmandu. After the flight, the trek passes through the valley of Dudh Koshi to Namche. We pass through mesmerizing trails of the Khumbu region showcasing the beautiful views of Himalayan ranges, Sherpa villages, farmlands, monasteries, and many more. Viewpoint like Kalapathar (5643 m) which is the highest point of the EBC trek, offers a mesmerizing view of Mt. Everest (8848 m), Mt. Lhotse (8516 m), Mt. Makalu (8481 m), and other highest peaks of Nepal. You experience wonderful mountain scenery, Buddhist spiritualism, Sherpa hospitality, and culture during the trek. The path is covered with Chortens, colorful prayer flags, and Mani stones. Experience the unique Nepalese lifestyle & culture with the beautiful panoramic view of the mountain range during this 10-day trek. Also walking through the mesmerizing scene of the rhododendron, we explore the mighty and gorgeous Himalayas. Other than that, the beautiful view of Khumjung Sherpa village, Namche Bazaar, cultural & traditional museums, and stunning sunrise views of the great Himalayas are the well-known part of the Everest Base camp Trek (10-days). Besides, trekking to Everest Base camp means you will get to explore the well-known Sagarmatha National Park. The national park will offer you beautiful frozen lakes, diverse flora, and fauna.
10-Days Everest Base Camp trek is the number one trekking trail in the world. You will experience the memorable and most wonderful moments throughout the trek. It will give you unforgettable memories and the wonderful Himalayas will make your journey more amazing and enjoyable.
| Itinerary | |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Fly Lukla (2,840 m/9,372 ft.) and Phakding (2,610 m/ 8,613 ft) | Flight: 30 min | Trek: 3/4 hrs. | Meal: LD |
| Day 2 | Namche (3,440 m/11,238 ft.) | Trek: 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD |
| Day 3 | Tengboche (3,867 m/ 12,684 ft.) Trek: 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD |
| Day 4 | Dingboche (4,358 m/14,295 ft.) | Trek: 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD |
| Day 5 | Lobuche (4,928 m/16,164 ft.) | Trek: 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD |
| Day 6 | Everest Base Camp (5,364 m/17,575 ft.) and return to Gorakshep (5,160 m/ 16,929 ft). | Trek 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD |
| Day 7 | Morning Kalapathar (5,550 m/18,204 ft) and Pheriche (4,358 m/ 14,295 ft.) | Trek 5/6 hrs | Meal: BLD |
| Day 8 | Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,283 ft.) | Trek: 4/5 hrs. | Meal BLD |
| Day 9 | Lukla (2,840 m/9,372 ft.) Trek 6/7 hrs. | Meal: BLD |
| Day 10 | Fly to Kathmandu | Flight: 30 mins. | Meal: B |
Included
- Ground Transportation: Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop off service by a private vehicle.
- Accomodation during Trek: 9 Nights' basic guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms. [Few nights in attached bathroom in available places]
- Meals: 3 Meals per day during trek (BLD: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. Each meal consist one course of meal)
- Guide: Nepal Government licensed English-speaking trekking guide.
- Porter: The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
- Permit: Everest National Park permits and Khumbu permit for trekking.
- Domestic Airfare: Kathmandu – Lukla - Kathmandu including airport departure tax in Kathmandu and Lukla airports.
- Souvenir: Duffle Bag, Trekking T-shirt, Trekking Maps
- Equipment: Sleeping Bag and Down Jacket during Trek (upon request)
- Food, accommodation, insurance, equipment, and medicine for all staff.
- Exclusive medical kit bag carried by trekking guide
- All our government taxes, vat, tourist service charges.
- Official expenses
Not Included
- Entrance Fees
- Nepal arrival visa
- Your personal expenses for mineral water, soft beverages, confectionaries, laundries, phone calls, hot drinking water, bbar bills showers etc.
- Internet facility, battery chargers, multi plugs etc
- Extra baggage excess while flying to Lukla.
- Medical expenses and trip cancellation.
- Any other extended trips and accommodation.
- Tips of ga guides, porters and driver as a token of appreciation.
- Any other expenses or charges that are not mentioned in “cost includes” list.
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 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.
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 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 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 to 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 along 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.
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