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12-Day Everest Base Camp Trekking
By Breathe Nepal
Choose this if...
You want to trek at the top of the world with a shorter route! Learn more about the Sherpas while immersing yourself in the scenic mountain views - pretty surreal!
Overview
12 days 11 nights
Private trip
The Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek is the most popular trek in the Himalayas and is visited by thousands of trekkers each year. Trekking through the Everest region offers breathtaking views on 4 of the 6 highest peaks in the world: Mt Everest (8.848 m), Mt Lhotse (8.516 m), Mt Makalu (8.485 m), and Mt Cho Oyu (8.201 m). Besides that, you'll have the opportunity to get a glimpse into the life of the Sherpa’s – the most famous climbers in the world. Expect to go sightseeing around Sagarmatha National Park too! Sagarmatha is the Nepalese name of Mt Everest and means The Top of the World. Sagarmatha National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is home to many unique plants and animals. You can also get a closer look at the highest Buddhist monasteries in the world and learn about the Sherpa's spiritual perspective on the mountains. And of course, as a top highlight itself – the trip to Everest Base Camp (5.364 m) with the thrill of being up close to the highest mountain in the world.
Trip Highlights
Sagarmatha National Park
Phakding
Namche Bazaar
Kala Patthar
Tengboche
Ama Dablam
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Trip Inclusions
From
US$ 1,253.89
per person
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Flight Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu
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English speaking guide and all their insurances and expenses
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One porter for 2 people and all his/her insurances and expenses
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All meals on trekking (B/L/D) to be chosen from a large menu
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Morning cup of tea or coffee
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All rooms in the lodges
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Trekking permits and TIMS cards
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Guide (40USD per day)
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Beverages
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Wifi
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Tips
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Accommodation
Transport
Meeting details
07:00PM
Kathmandu
Availability
Trips available daily
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Itinerary
Please note that this is a sample itinerary and may be subject to change
depending on weather conditions.
Day 1: Kathmandu - Lukla - Phakding
Today you will follow a trail to the village of Phakding.
- Morning: Breakfast, drive to the domestic terminal for morning flight to Lukla
- Afternoon: Begin trek descending 500m to the Dudh Kosi (River of Milk)
- Evening: Follow trail to the village of Phakding, stay overnight at Phakding
Day 2: Phakding - Namche Bazaar
Today you will get to explore Monjo, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Morning: Travel along Dudh Koshi River through many suspension bridges to enter Sagarmatha National Park
- Afternoon: Trek through beautiful forests to reach Bhote Koshi rivers, continue a steep climb (2 hours) to catch a first glimpse of Mount Everest
- Evening: Trek to Namche Bazaar and stay overnight
Day 3: Namche Bazaar
Today you can take a short hike to Thame or visit Khundre, or explore Namche Bazaar itself.
- Afternoon: Short hike to Thame or visit Khunde or Namche Bazaar, visit Sherpa Museum
Day 4: Namche Bazaar - Tengboche
Today you will get to explore a pine and rhododendron forest on the way to Tengboche!
- Morning: Trek towards Tengboche for a view of Mt Everest, Mt Nuptse, Mt Lhoste and Mt Ama Dablam
- Afternoon: Trek through the pine and rhododendron forest, then down to Kayangjuma to arrive at Sansa, lunch in Phunki Thenga
- Evening: Continue to climb uphill to arrive in Tengboche
Day 5: Tengboche - Dingboche
Today you will get to cross Pangboche village where there are several chortens, mani walls and small villages.
- Morning: Photo session at the monastery, take the trail through rhododendron forest to Debuche, cross the suspension bridge on Imja Khola
- Afternoon: Climb up to Pangboche village, walk north to Pheriche, enter Imja valley before taking the last steep path of the day up to Dingboche
- Evening: Enjoy view of Mt Lhotse, Island Peak and Ama Dablam, stay overnight at a lodge
Day 6: Dingboche
Today is your second day of acclimatisation.
- Morning: Climb the ridge on the north behind the village to see three of the world's six highest peaks
- Evening: Spend the night at Dingboche
Day 7: Dingboche - Lobuche
Today you will get to see Mt Pumori and climb the Khumbu Glacier to inch even closer to Mt Everest!
- Morning: Trek to Duglha through Khumba Khola valley, cross a wooden bridge and ascend to Duglha
- Afternoon: Climb up the steep terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier
- Evening: Spend the night at Lobuche
Day 8: Lobuche - Gorak Shep - Everest Base Camp - Gorak Shep
Today you will reach Everest Base Camp!
- Morning: Trek to Gorak Shep, then to Thangma Riju for a panoramic view of snowy mountains and a first glimpse of Kalapathar
- Afternoon: Lunch, take trail to Everest Base Camp through Gorak Shep Lake, enjoy the scenery
- Evening: Return to Gorak Shep and stay there for the night
Day 9: Gorak Shep - Kalapathar - Periche
Today you will get to enjoy breathtaking views from Kalapathar and see the first light of the day kissing the mountain peaks.
- Morning: Catch breathtaking views from Kalapathar
- Afternoon: Hike to Kala Patthar, take pictures at some viewpoints, reach Kalapathar
- Evening: Return to Gorak Shep and descend to Periche where you will stay overnight
Day 10: Periche - Kayangjuma
Today you will pass through several little villages as you follow the main Everest trail.
- Morning: Trek crossing Khumbu Khola creek, follow the main Everest trail down the alley, pass through villages
- Afternoon: Reach Pangboche at the base of Ama Dablam, cross bridge to reach Tengboche, pass villages of Tashinga and Sansa to arrive at Kyangjuma
- Evening: Spend the night at Kyangjuma
Day 11: Kyangjuma - Monjo
Today you might get to spot some wild animals on your way to Monjo!
- Morning: Head back towards Namche Bazaar
- Afternoon: LUnch at Namche Bazaar, steep descent to reach the suspension bridge to cross over to Dhudh Koshi
- Evening: Stay overnight at a lodge
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Meet your guide
Breathe Nepal
Roman Paudel has been guiding visitors from across the globe through his beautiful home country of Nepal for the last ten years. He is well versed and possesses immense knowledge on Nepal which definitely helps in providing the most detailed and holistic travel to the country!
5 years experience
Other Things to Know
Cancellation and Exchange Policy
While we understand that plans change, we also have to be fair to each supplier,
who needs time to prepare logistics for your trip such as manpower, food, permits, and more.
Flexible cancellation policy
As Breathe Nepal pays for your trip’s logistics in advance,
full refunds will only be for trips cancelled 5 days before your trip starts.
Flexible Date Policy
You may also change your trip date once up to 3 days before your trip starts.
Any date change are subject to availability.
Packing list for the trip
Comfortable clothes
Duffel bags
Medicine
Passport-size photos (4 per person)
Photocopies of passport
Sleeping bag
Sunscreen
Toiletries
Trekking pole
Trekking shoes
Warm clothing
Pre-Requisites for The Trip
Good health with normal physical fitness.