Everest Base Camp(13 Nights / 14 Days)
Nepal Adventure Tours, Hill Station Tours
Tour Overview
If you are an adventure seeker and wish to conquer the height of Mt. Everest, then this trek can fuel your passion! However, trekking to its base camp can turn out to be an epic adventure. The walk from Lukla to the Everest Base Camp isn't about what to explore, but how much you can explore. This little world of mountains offers splendid views of towering peaks like Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Makalu that stand tall. Discover the beguiling flora and fauna in the Sagarmatha National Park and take this trek to feel one with nature.
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Upon arrival at Kathmandu Airport, our rep will be there to welcome and assist you in getting transferred to the hotel. We shall also schedule a meeting at our head office for a short briefing about the trek that will be followed by an introductory session. We also arrange a welcome dinner at one of the most popular local restaurants. If the flight is late, then both the meeting and the dinner can be scheduled for the next day.
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Early in the morning, get transferred to the domestic terminal of Kathmandu Airport, from where we board the flight to Lukla. A 30-35 minute long flight, as you reach, the lodge, you get to eat breakfast with fellow trekkers. Later, take a walk towards Bhaisekharka begins through the stone-paved trails where you make your way through plenty of prayer rocks while still enjoying the views from the flourishing village of Lukla. Here you can capture some of the most beautiful rural scenes on the entire trek. This first and short hike is designed explicitly for acclimatisation. However, on reaching Phakding also known as the lodge-city, you can freshen up and take a trip to the nearby Monasteries. This night will be spent in one of the lodges in Phakding.
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After having a hearty breakfast, the trail leads you to the first suspension bridge of the trek which is a comfortable uphill ride. This route is also the way that leads you to the to the Sagarmatha National Park. Between Phakding and Monju you can enjoy small tea houses and shops. Complete the formalities at the entrance and then explore the park. The trail ahead begins to drop steeply to the long suspension bridge that's built across the Dudh Koshi River. You cross another suspension bridge and keep walking to the high Hillary Bridge at the bottom of the hill. The trail leads you uphill to Namche Bazaar which is a gateway to Mt. Everest and offers beautiful vistas. Overnight stay in Namche Bazaar lodge.
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This is the first day of one of the two days that have been set aside for acclimatisation. Namche is an essential acclimatisation stop. It is recommended to stay active, for this you will either be taken to Thame, which is an old Sherpa village or the Khumjung Khunde Khongde village which further aids acclimatisation while letting you soak in the views of the mighty Mt. Everest. You will also have enough time to visit the National Park head office, Museum and monastery or you can spend your time in cafes, shops, bakeries and restaurants at Namche Bazaar. Overnight stay in Namche Bazaar.
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After having a hearty breakfast, begin following the trail that leads you to the ridge, it is a convenient way to reach Kyamjuma, from there you shall descend slightly to Dudhkoshi. This trail entails beautiful views of the Mt. Everest. This trail also lets you spot some fantastic wildlife. The trail then reaches Sansa, which is a major trail junction to Gokyo valley and Everest Base Camp. After that, a steep ascent will bring you to the famous Tengboche monastery. Overnight stay at a lodge in Tengboche.
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The day shall begin from Tengboche. Hike for half an hour down to the riverside through the lush forest, across the river and then take a gradual climb up to the valleys to Pangboche which is 664ft. Here you can spot several small walls and Chortens along with villages. You can also get a close of view of Mt. Ama Dablam. In the afternoon we continue ascending to Pheriche from where a fairly moderate walk leads us to Imja Valley. Here, on climbing the last and steepest climb of the day, we finally reach Dingboche. The night is spent in a lodge in Dingboche.
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After a refreshing breakfast, begin climbing the ridge towards North, behind the village towards Mt Ama Dablam and numerous other peaks that glimmer with beautiful vistas. The vantage point situated on the hill also gives us an opportunity to observe Imja Khola Valley and the beautiful fields and pastures of Dingboche. Else, you can spend the day, only, exploring the Dingboche Valley. The night is spent at Dingboche.
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Eat a delicious breakfast, and then begin the trail and climb all the way till Dughla through the Khumbu Khola valley. When you reach Dusa, the canyon starts to narrow down. Fret not! And continue through Phuong Karpo. As you keep walking, take in the splendid views of the Chola Lake along with the magical Mt. Pumori (23,418ft) which disappears as the trail takes you further down. Upon crossing a small wooden bridge, the path also takes you up till Dughla. From here, we climb up the steep terminal of the Khumbu Glacier, which offers memorials of Sherpa who perished on the glacier of Mt. Everest. You can also spot other great peaks like Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori and Mahalangur Himal. On leaving Khumbu Glacier behind the train gently climbs up to the Lobuche. The night is spent in Lobuche.
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The trail continues till Gorak Shep where you check into the Lodge. Eat a hearty lunch and then begin your climb towards Everest Base Camp. After the pyramid sign, you can now spot the crest of the north ridge of Everest. Just a small ascent from here can give way to a 360-degree view of the snowy mountains. A steep climb through the torrent of Changri Glacier can give you a glimpse of Kala Pattar. Walking through rocky and glacial trails finally leads to the Everest Base Camp (5357m17575ft). After reaching the Base Camp, you will return to Gorekshep (5160m16929ft) for an overnight stay.
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Today, you get to hike till Kala Pattar. Wake up early in the morning, and begin the hike upwards for a few hours. As you keep up, you shall reach a famous viewpoint of Kala Pattar, preached at 18,192ft! Soak in the gorgeous vistas of the glistening peaks. Spend some time here and then begin your hike back to Gorekshep, have a delectable breakfast and retrace to Pheriche for an overnight stay. Trekking Distance: 12 Km
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Eat a hot breakfast and get ready as the next right thing that you see is the trail dropping till Pangboche Village. Then, the trail goes till the riverside to cross the bridge over Imja Khola. Continue your climb till Tengboche. A steep descent from Tengboche now leads you to the Dudh Koshi River. Cross the bridge till Dudh Koshi. While returning, pass through the Tashinga and Sansa Village, then reach Kyangjuma, from here Namche Bazaar is an easy walk. Spend the night here.
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Eat your breakfast, as the trail drops from Namche Hill to the suspension bridge that crosses the Dudh Koshi River. Then you reach Monjo. After some formalities at the check post of National park at Monjo, the walk continues to Phakding for lunch. Since this is the last day of your trek, we keep our march to Lukla. Also, most of the track is flat which allows one to soak in the beauty around. Overnight stay at the lodge.
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Savour a good breakfast, as the guide can take care of all the airport formalities. Your luggage will be made to the airport by the porters. Once the flight is here, you can directly get on the plane and fly back to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, get transferred to the hotel.
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This day is kept free. In case, everything goes according to the program; you can visit some of the sites in Kathmandu today.
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