Everest Base Camp Trek

Day 1 · Arrival in Kathmandu, Nepal and transfer to the hotel

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   Kathmandu

   30 min

   One of our office representatives will pick you up from the Kathmandu airport and transfer to your hotel. You should check our company name "Glorious Himalaya" paper at the airport to recognize you by our office representative.

Overnight stay at a 3-star standard hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 2 · Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2652 meters) - 4 hrs trek

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   Phakding

   4 hours

   Our guide picks you up from the hotel for 30-35 minutes of an early morning flight to Lukla. The flight to Lukla itself is a great adventure with an aerial view of the vast landscape with lush valleys and hills, view of the Himalayan range, wavy rivers and valleys. We meet the rest of the team ( porters) and begin on the short trek to Phakding. Watching the local settlements and spinning prayer wheels, we descend to Chheplung village past mani walls. Crossing several suspension bridges, we today walk through dense forest that is home to diverse flora and fauna. Overnight at local guest house.

Overnight at a local guest house.

Day 3 · Trek to Namche Bazaar - (3,440 meters) 6 hrs trek

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   Namche Bazaar

   6 hours

   The trail today goes through the upstream along the riverbank to the junction of Bhote Koshi River and Dudh Koshi River. We will have to cross a Hilary bridge. Then we will ascend for Namche Bazaar. On the way, it gives a chance us incredible photographic opportunities as the peaks of Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8511m), Nuptse (7879m), Arna Dablam (6856m) and Taweche (6542m) come into view for the first time of the trip. Overnight at local Guesthouse.

Overnight at a local guest house.

Day 4 · Acclimatization day at Namche Bazar

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   Namche Bazaar

   4 hours

   We rest this day at Namche to acclimatize to the new altitude, which is an ideal place to spend a rest day before heading off towards higher elevation. Instead of resting in your lodge, it is recommended that you stay active and mobile during the acclimatization day. A few hundred feet vertical treks during the day will help you properly acclimatize. Or rather you can spend the day exploring Namche Bazaar. The place is center of the Everest region and has plenty of lodges, tea shops, souvenir shops, ATMs, money exchangers, Internet cafes, government offices, restaurants, bakeries, etc. You can visit Visitor Center near the headquarter of the Sagarmatha National Park where you can observe an assortment of things allied to the first Everest ascenders, Sherpa culture and learn about the various flora and fauna of the Sagarmatha National Park. Surrounded by the snowy peaks of Kongde & Thamserku & the sacred peak Khumbila, Khumjung hosts a well-known monastery that houses a yeti scalp.

Overnight at a local guest house.

Day 5 · Trek to Tengboche - (3,860 meters) 5 hrs trek

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   Tengboche

   5 hours

   After breakfast, we will leave for Tengboche. The trial goes ups and downs offering us the splendid view of snowy caps like Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, and Mt. Ama Dablam. The trekking today is moderate and not difficult. The views just will keep getting better as we move ahead. You can get to encounter animals, visit some monasteries and go through some beautiful village on the way to Tengboche. There is a possible view of wildlife including musk deer, a herd of Himalayan Thar and colorful pheasants. Going through forest and river, we will be at Tengboche.

Overnight at a local guest house.

Day 6 · Trek to Dingboche - (4,410 meters) 5 hrs trek

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   Dingboche

   Passing by

   Walk through the dense forests of the Imja Valley. The views keep getting better as you climb higher. Hike up to Pangboche (3,985m), whose monastery dates from the time when Buddhism was introduced to the Khumbu region. Reach Dingboche (4,410m), where you'll stay for the night.

Overnight at a local guest house.

Day 7 · Rest Day at Dingboche

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   Dingboche

   4 hours

   Stay in Dingboche for a day and allow your body to adapt to the changing altitude. You have the option of booking a hike up to Chhukung if you are interested in it. The hike will start at around 8:30 in the morning after breakfast.

   The trek up to Chhukung is not that difficult. Enjoy great views of the mountains, specially that of Ama Dablam. It is a quick trip back down to Dingboche for the night. You might encounter strong winds while returning.

Overnight at a local guest house.

Day 8 · Trek to Lobuche - (4,910 meters) 5 hrs trek

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   Stop 1

   5 hours

   Today is one of the most beautiful days of our Everest Base Camp. We set off for Lobuche. We stumble upon larger snow-capped mountains wherein the tiny villages dwarfed in their shadow add grandeur to these lofty peaks. The trek goes along the beautiful mountain views of , Ama Dablam and to the north-Pokalde (5,741m), Kongma-Tse (5,820m) and the great wall of Nuptse. Passing the Trekkers Aid Post at Pheriche(4240 m) volunteered by western doctors, we reach Chukpo Lari after a short and steep climb which is beautiful, yet heart touching the place that has an array of memorials in tribute to the climbers who died during Everest expedition. The memorials make you realize the vastness of what Hillary and Tenzing achieved in 1953. After furthermore walk, we will reach Lobuche. After a rest, explore the surrounding and watch the sunset over Nuptse. Prepare for the much-awaited ascent to the Everest Base Camp tomorrow.

Overnight at a local guest house.

Day 9 · Trek to Everest Base Camp and back to Gorakshep for night - (5400 meters) 8 hrs trek

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   Everest Base Camp

   8 hours Admission included

   Today is a long 8 hours walk to reach base camp. Our trek starts walking over the rocky path with the view of glacial ponds and icebergs. We climb through meadows and moraine stone steps then reach to Gorakhshep, either climb to Kalapathar (5,555 m) or continue heading to Everest base camp. Kala Patthar (5,550 m) is a small peak literally meaning ‘black rock’. After some moment we will be at a place no lesser than a paradise. After spending some memorable time in base camp, we will return to Gorakhshep. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Overnight at a local guest house.

Day 10 · Trek to Pheriche (4,210 meters) via Kala Patthar (5,555 meters) - 7 hrs walk

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   Stop 1

   7 hours

   As scheduled, we start early in the morning and after about two hours of an ascent, we reach Kala Patthar. The strenuous ascent to the summit is rewarded with a view beyond our imagination. Kala Patthar is decorated by prayer flags and cairns and has small stupa and weather station at its summit, where you are surrounded by glaciers and incredible panoramic views of the mountains that include Pumori, Nuptse, Changtse, Ama Dablam, Taweche, Everest and Kantega. We have breakfast back at Gorekshep and descend to Pheriche for a well-earned rest. Overnight at local guest house.

Overnight at a local guest house.

Day 11 · Trek to Namche Bazar - (3440 meters) -7 hrs trek

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   Namche Bazaar

   7 hours

   Retrieving journey to Namche Bazaar is pleasantly through valleys and pasturelands. We descend to the lower altitude where breathing becomes easy and the temperature keeps rising as we move further to the lower altitude, passing through Tengboche and continue through enjoying the picturesque view of Monjo valley. You will now follow your footsteps back to Lukla with spectacular views of Amadablam. We continue through the hillside blanketed by rhododendrons and juniper trees and keep a lookout for wildlife such as colorful pheasants, mountain goats, snow leopards, etc. The distance of the mountains makes you feel watching for all the time.

Overnight at a local guest house

Day 12 · Trek to Lukla - (2800 meters) 7 hrs trek

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   Lukla

   7 hours

   As we are trekking back, our path goes steeply downhill. The more we trek downwards the more we feel easier to breathe as the air gets denser. You will be continuing the trail taking after the Sherpa village and following the Tenzing and Hillary suspension bridge. The trail is full of picturesque view of the landscape and some mountain scenarios. Following the banks of Dudh Koshi River and crossing back many suspension bridges, we pass through forests and small villages, we make our way to Lukla which will be our final stop in Solukhumbu region. You can explore Lukla Bazaar and shop local items there and celebrate your successful and safe trek with your crew.

A local guesthouse/teahouse accommodation.

Day 13 · Fly back to Ramechhap or Kathmandu

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   Kathmandu

   30 min

   Early morning, we leave Tenzing Hillary airport boarding a scenic 35-minute flight back to Ramechhap/Kathmandu. Flying over the clouds and enjoying the mesmerizing view of the Khumbu region, we will be carrying an unforgettable and successful journey to the EBC. Upon arrival, your guide will transfer you to the hotel where a good rest after a long trek will be crucial. In the evening, we have a farewell dinner together.

Day 14 · Departure from Nepal

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   Kathmandu

   Passing by

   One of our office representative will drop you to the airport in Kathmandu for your return flight on time.