Everest Base Camp Trekking Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel (1350m)
Welcome to Nepal! One of the company representatives will receive you at Tribhuvan
International Airport. He/she will drive you across the capital and take you to your hotel. You
can also prepare for the trek as you explore the valley for the rest of the day.
Day 2: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and then trek to Phakding (2640m)
On this day, you will get on a flight to the northern part of the country to Lukla. Heading out
of the valley, the flight also offers mesmerizing views of the Himalayas in Langtang, Jugal,
and Everest Himalayan ranges. The trek begins from Lukla as you make a gradual descent
to Phakding. The trek follows the Bhote Koshi River for the entire walk.
Day 3: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
On this day, you will enter the Sagarmatha National Park, which is one of the UNESCO world
heritage sites in Nepal. The national park is home to an array of wildlife and vegetation. The
trek follows the forested trail and crosses villages like Monjo and Jorsalle. Namche is also
famous as the gateway into the Everest region and is a great home to the Sherpa
community.
Day 4: Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar (3440m)
This day is separated for the trekkers to acclimatize with the high altitude. As such, you will
explore the village and some of the famous locations around Namche. As such, Khumjung
and Khunde villages are excellent destinations to enjoy the cultural aspect of the Everest
region. Also, you can hike to the Everest View Hotel to relish the panorama of the Everest
ranges.
Day 5: Trek from Namche to Tengboche (3860m)
Leaving Namche, you will follow the ascending trail to Sanasa. Continuing east, you will
reach Phunki Tenga after crossing the Imja River. The trail continues across the pasture
lands and reaches Tengboche. The village houses one of the biggest monasteries in the
Everest region that goes by the name Dawa Choeling Monastery.
Day 6: Tengboche to Dingboche (4240m)
As the trail continues in the company of Mt. Ama Dablam (6856m), you will trek to Deboche
village. Trekking alongside the Imja River, you will follow the trails through the
rhododendron forest. Then, you continue past a series of Mani walls and reach an Archway
that welcomes you to Pangboche. Further east, you go past Somare and reach Dingboche.
Day 7: Acclimatization day in Dingboche (4240m) visit Chhukung valley 4700m
Dingboche is one of the acclimatization spots for those on the trek to Everest Base Camp.
Today, you can explore the village and experience the culture and traditions of the Sherpa
community. Alternatively, you can also hike to the Chhukung Valley and Nangkar Tshang
Peak (5616m) and enjoy the views of the Everest ranges, including the Mt. Everest (8848m).
Day 8: Dingboche to Lobuche (4900m)
The trek begins to head north from here and reaches Dusa. Further, you reach Thukla
village and then to the memorial for mountaineers who lost their lives on the Everest
expedition. Next, you cross the Thukla Pass (4830m) and descend to the trail along the
Khumbu Glacier. Finally, you reach Lobuche as you trek across the glacial moraines and
narrow path.
Day 9: Lobuche to Gorakshep (5140m) visit Base camp after lunch back to Gorakshep stay
overnight
The trail on this day follows the Khumbu Glacier for the entire trek. As such, you will reach
the Pyramid and ascend to the top of the Lobuche Pass (5110m). Next, the descending trail
takes you to Gorakshep Lake. The trail heads east from Gorakshep and reaches the Everest
Base Camp. The base camp of the highest mountains in the world offers a surreal view of
the Khumbu Icefall and Glacier. Likewise, you can also enjoy the vistas of mountains like
Nuptse (7861m) and Pumo Ri (7165m). Later, you return to Gorakshep.
Day 10: Gorakshep to Pheriche (early morning visit Kalapatthar 5555m to see 360degree
panoramic views of Everest region)
Today, you will indulge in a hike to the Kalapatthar viewpoint. It is an important vantage
point to relish the panorama of the mountains in the Everest range. You can witness the
mountains like Mt. Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516m), Cho Oyu (8201m), and others from
Kalapatthar. Next, you descend along the Khumbu Glacier and continue to Thula. Further,
you trek along the Imja River to reach Pheriche.
Day 11: Pheriche (4,260 m) to Namche Bazar (3,440 m)
Heading out of Pheriche, the trail descends to Namche Bazaar. The Himalayas will offer a
fabulous company as you pass Sherpa villages like Pangboche, Deboche, and Tengboche.
Then, you continue west along the Imja River to trek past Sanasa and settle at Namche.
Day 12: Namche Bazaar to Lukla spend overnight
From Namche Bazaar, you will trek along the Dudh Koshi River and reach Larja Dobhan. You
will continue south to Jorsalle and exit the Sagarmatha National Park. Further, you cross
Phakding and Chheplung to settle at Lukla. Here, you will enjoy your stay in the Everest
region for a final time and interact with the Sherpas in the village.
Day 13: Fly back to Kathmandu from Lukla
On this day, you will head to your next destination. We can schedule small tours according
to the schedule of your flight. A company representative will take you back to the Tribhuvan
International Airport.
