Everest Base Camp Trek

On your arrival day, one of our representatives will greet you at the airport and warmly welcome you to Nepal. We will then transfer you to the hotel and assist you with check-in. After resting and relaxing for a while, we will have a small briefing on hotel facilities, the neighborhood, and safety protocols during your stay.

After having breakfast, we will start our day with a short meeting about the journey ahead. During the briefing, we will introduce you to your guide, discuss weather updates, route conditions, and necessary gear, and address any last-minute queries about the trek.

Later on, we will head out on an immersive sightseeing tour around Kathmandu, exploring the local culture, traditions, and lifestyle of the people of the valley. We will also visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Pashupatinath and Boudhanath, two of the most popular religious sites for Hindus and Buddhists.

Today, we will take an early morning flight to Lukla (2,845 m), the official gateway to the Khumbu region. The flight is about 30 to 40 minutes long, offering scenic views of lush greenery, mountain valleys, and even distant Mt Everest views on a clear day.

From Lukla, we will start the trekking part of the journey and move towards Phakding, a small Sherpa village. Along the way, we will traverse Dudh Koshi valley, passing mani walls, chortens, prayer flags, and local settlements such as Chheplung, Thadokoshi, and Ghat.

The teahouses and lodges in the lower regions offer twin-sharing rooms, warm meals, and comfortable beds. Today’s short and relaxed hike allows our bodies to gradually adjust to the increasing altitude and elevation.

From Phakding, we will gently climb through pine and rhododendron forest, crossing suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River. We will arrive at Monjo, the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park, where our permits will be checked before we continue towards Jorsale for Lunch.

Leaving Jorsale, the trail becomes steeper as you make the final climb to Namche Bazaar. If the weather is clear, you'll be welcomed by mighty Everest and will get your first glimpse of Mount Everest along with Lhotse and Nuptse from one of the viewpoints before reaching town.

After a steady 800 m climb from the final suspension bridge, we will arrive at Namche Bazaar, the heart of the Khumbu region and the main gateway to the EBC.

Today, we will spend a day in Namche for acclimatization. It is a crucial part of the Everest Base Camp Trek to help adjust our bodies to the higher elevation. We will explore Namche village and take an optional hike to the Everest View Hotel, Thyangboche, and nearby viewpoints.

After returning to Namche, you'll have time to explore this lively Sherpa town at your own pace. Trekkers can visit the Sherpa Culture Museum, browse local shops for trekking gear and handmade crafts, or relax at one of the famous Himalayan bakeries.

An acclimatisation day in Namche greatly improves your chances of a safe and enjoyable ascent while offering a deeper insight into the culture and lifestyle of the Khumbu region.

Leaving Namche behind, the trail follows a scenic ridge with magnificent views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. After descending to the riverside settlement of Phunki Tenga, you'll cross the Imja Khola before beginning a steady uphill climb through rhododendron and fir forests to Tengboche, home to the region's largest and most significant Buddhist monastery.

Take time to visit Tengboche Monastery, where monks gather for daily prayers against a breathtaking Himalayan backdrop. After exploring the monastery, continue with a gentle descent through peaceful woodland to the quieter village of Deboche.

Surrounded by tall trees and mountain scenery, Deboche offers a more tranquil overnight stop than Tengboche while keeping you close to tomorrow's route toward the upper Khumbu Valley.

The trail descends briefly to cross the Imja Khola before reaching Pangboche, one of the oldest Sherpa settlements in the Everest region. Surrounded by stone walls, traditional homes, and ancient Buddhist heritage, the village provides a wonderful opportunity to experience local mountain life.

As you continue higher, dense forests gradually give way to alpine meadows, while the towering peak of Ama Dablam dominates the skyline.

After passing through the villages of Shomare and Orsho, the landscape becomes more open and rugged as you enter the Imja Valley. The air grows noticeably thinner, making a steady walking pace increasingly important.

By afternoon, you'll arrive in Dingboche, a picturesque village surrounded by fields protected by stone walls and framed by spectacular mountain views. This peaceful settlement serves as an important acclimatization stop before continuing toward Everest Base Camp.

Today will be our second acclimatization day, giving your body time to adjust before heading into the higher alpine region. After breakfast, you'll hike to Nagarjun Hill (around 5,100m) or towards Chhukung Valley, depending on weather and your guide's recommendation. The gradual climb rewards you with breathtaking views of Ama Dablam, Makalu, Lhotse, Island Peak, and the surrounding Himalayan landscape.

Return to Dingboche in the afternoon and spend the rest of the day relaxing at your tea house. This extra day significantly reduces the risk of altitude sickness while allowing you to enjoy the stunning mountain scenery without rushing.

As the elevation increases, staying well-hydrated, eating properly, and walking at a comfortable pace become even more important for the days ahead

Leaving Dingboche, the trail gradually ascends across open alpine terrain with impressive views of Taboche, Cholatse, and Lobuche Peak. After reaching Thukla (Dhukla), you'll stop for a short break before tackling a steep climb to the Thukla Memorial, where rows of stone memorials honor Sherpas and climbers who lost their lives on Everest and other Himalayan expeditions. It is one of the most moving landmarks on the entire trek.

Beyond the memorial, the trail follows the edge of the Khumbu Glacier across rocky moraine, revealing a dramatic high-altitude landscape unlike anywhere else on the journey. Although the distance is relatively short, the thinner air makes today's walk more demanding.

By late afternoon, you'll reach the small settlement of Lobuche, surrounded by towering peaks and glaciers, where you'll rest before your long-awaited visit to Everest Base Camp.

Early morning walk to cover the few hours alongside the Khumbu glacier up to Gorakshep, after breakfast, we continue hike to Everest Base Camp. The trails over here can be misleading, follow the lead Sherpa, every year the trail changes due to the momentum of the glacier, the walk is quite strenuous due to the high altitude and less oxygen. The walk passes through over rocky dunes and moraine and streams, till you reach the Base Camp. Crossing open unexpected sand flat we start to climb on a good well-trodden path. It’s pretty breathless walking, but we adopt a deliberately slow, steady rhythm taking plenty of short breaks to watch the view gradually unfold as we go up. The final slopes become rocky as we approach the top (5555m), decked in colored prayer flags.

A stunning 360 degree panorama awaits us. The dramatic free-standing form of Pumori directly in front of us, Changtse in Tibet, and across the wide space of the Khumbu glacier, the vast black pyramid of Everest itself, down as far as the South Col which joins it to Lhotse. This is the ideal time to be here, early enough to be most sure of clear views, but late enough to allow the sun to swing southward and light the peaks directly - too early and all you see is a silhouette! The dramatic end of the Nuptse ridge dominates the foreground, and so many lesser peaks spread away southward. We look down on base camp on the edge of the glacier. It is obvious why so many people go to this effort to stand here.

It is a base camp for the climbers to set up their camps & acclimatize before heading for Summit of Mt Everest. If we get here at the time of climbing season we can explore with lively expedition groups. Taking as long as we want at the top, we descend to Gorakshep. Our Guide will organize a prayer and offer Lungta (Prayer flag) for good health and happiness for all the members. O/N Camping in Classic Base Camp (AP)

Note: Offer Lungta or prayers flag (printed prayers for the peace and good health/happiness) together with our Guide. Offering prayer flag in high passes and sacred sites is believed to bring good fortune and long life in Buddhist culture.

If weather is clear, we should take our chance and go up to Kalapathar for excellent 360 degree closed up view of Everest, Nuptse and Lhotse. Sunset on Everest from here is pure magic, gold to pink catching the tips of the peaks, subtly fading with the light - worth every effort. It turns very cold after losing the sun - wrap up in everything you brought, down jacket and all. Don't forget your head-torch for the descent. O/N at Lodge in Gorakshep (EP)

After breakfast, those who wish to trek to Kalapathar Peak for the close up and perhaps best view, this is the last chance before descending toward Dingboche trek down to Thugla then go straight up the hill from the bridge to reach an upper trail.

Staying high above the valley floor, we pass the yak pasture at Dusa to a chorten at the head of the Imja valley. Dingboche is the only place in Khumbu where barley is grown, enjoy the scenery.

The walk today will be easy heading downhill to a lower elevation from Dingboche the walk is pleasant all the way to Kyangjuma. After the bridge our route descends following the stream towards Pangboche village, and further down to Kyangjuma is one of the most beautiful places in the Himalaya.

After breakfast, begin your descent through the heart of the Khumbu Valley, retracing the scenic trail towards Phakding. The route passes through Namche Bazaar before descending steeply to the Dudh Koshi River. Cross a series of suspension bridges adorned with colorful prayer flags and walk through charming Sherpa villages surrounded by pine and rhododendron forests.

With every step downhill, the air becomes warmer and richer in oxygen, making for a more relaxed and enjoyable walk. Along the way, you'll have time to soak in the final views of the Himalayan peaks and appreciate the landscapes that made the Everest Base Camp Trek such an unforgettable journey.

By late afternoon, arrive in Phakding, where you can enjoy a well-earned rest and your final night on the trail before returning to Lukla.

We trek back enjoying the lush green scenery around and passing through the incredible mountain scenery and local Sherpa village. Arrival in Lukla and you'll have time to stroll around the areas and Guide will re-confirm your flight ticket. This will be the last night with our trekking crew except trekking Guide, this is best time to tip the staff (not compulsory but it’s a customary), an impromptus little ceremony and always enormous Sherpa smiles. Then something of a party is inevitable. Try local drink called “Rakshi”, please be aware; it does not taste good and is very strong.

The flight time to Kathmandu, are schedule for morning normally, because of the wind in the afternoon, sometime the flight time can be delayed due to bad weather and other reason beyond our command.

Anyway we will fly back to Kathmandu. We will be met by representative of Basanta Adventure and transferred to hotel. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, any hire gears will be collected and your international flight tickets will be distributed.

O/N at Hotel in Kathmandu (BB)

This pleasant day you have full day at leisure and either relax at hotel or explore Kathmandu city, shopping etc. Kathmandu offers varieties of Restaurants and Fast-Foods for food lovers. O/N at Hotel in Kathmandu (BB)

Your Everest Base Camp adventure comes to an end today. Depending on your flight schedule, our representative will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward journey. We recommend arriving at the airport at least three hours before your international departure.

If you're not ready to leave Nepal just yet, you can extend your holiday with one of our carefully designed adventures. Popular options include a wildlife safari in Chitwan National Park, a scenic tour of Pokhara, the Annapurna region, or a cultural journey through the Kathmandu Valley.

Whatever you choose next, we hope your experience in Nepal leaves you with lasting memories and a desire to return to the Himalayas again.