Everest Base Camp Trek
Max Altitude
5,645 m
Duration
17 Days
Difficulty
Moderate
Best Season
Spring & Autum
Start Point
Kathmandu
Group Size
2-15 People
Trip Overview
The Everest Base Camp Trek is a remarkable high-altitude journey through Nepal's Khumbu Region, leading to the base of Mount Everest, the world's highest mountain at 8,848.86 metres. This carefully planned 17-day itinerary combines Himalayan scenery, Sherpa culture, traditional mountain villages, Buddhist heritage, and two essential acclimatization days.
The journey begins in Kathmandu, then continues by road to Manthali, the departure point for the flight to Lukla. Weather permitting, the short Lukla flight provides an impressive introduction to the mountains. From Lukla, the walking route descends towards Phakding and then follows the Dudh Koshi River through forests and villages, over suspension bridges.
The trail enters Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dramatic landscapes, rich biodiversity, and cultural importance. A demanding ascent leads to Namche Bazaar, the commercial and cultural centre of the Everest Region.
Two nights in Namche provide time for gradual altitude adjustment. During the acclimatization day, trekkers hike to the Everest View Point and explore Namche Bazaar. On a clear day, the viewpoint offers early views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and surrounding peaks.
This itinerary also includes an overnight stay in Khumjung Village. Located at 3,790 metres, Khumjung provides a closer introduction to traditional Sherpa culture and mountain life. The trail then continues through the Tengboche region, known for Tengboche Monastery and its views of Ama Dablam, before reaching Pangboche.
Beyond Pangboche, the landscape becomes increasingly open and alpine. Trekkers enter the Imja Valley and reach Dingboche, where a second acclimatization day is scheduled. A hike towards Nangkartshang Peak helps the body adapt before the route continues towards Lobuche and Gorakshep.
The primary trekking objective is Everest Base Camp at 5,364 metres, located beside the Khumbu Glacier. The following morning, trekkers climb Kala Patthar at 5,645 metres, the highest point of the journey and one of the region's best viewpoints for Mount Everest.
The return route descends through Pheriche and Namche Bazaar before reaching Lukla. Subject to suitable weather, the group then flies to Manthali and returns to Kathmandu by road.
Hatti Hatti Treks arranges the permits, accommodation, trekking meals, guide support, porter service, domestic flights, and essential logistics included in the package, subject to the confirmed baggage allowance.
Accommodation & Food standards
Standard
- Teahouse / lodge accommodation
- Basic but comfortable rooms
- Hygienic Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Premium (Comfort)
- Upgraded lodges / boutique hotels where available
- Private rooms with better facilities
- Enhanced meal options with greater variety and comfort
Meal Types
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day-By-Day
Your 17-Day Itinerary
A Hatti Hatti Treks representative will meet you at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer you to your hotel in Kathmandu. Settle in and recover from your journey. The team will help you prepare for the days ahead and confirm the current transport and Lukla flight arrangements.
Max Altitude
1,400 m
Accomodation
Four-star hotel in Kathmandu
Meals
Not included
Travel by road from Kathmandu to Manthali, the usual departure point for Lukla flights during busy trekking seasons. The approximately 5–6 hour drive passes through Nepal's middle hills and rural settlements before reaching the warmer lowlands around the Tamakoshi River.
Max Altitude
1,400 m
Accomodation
Hotel in Manthali
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Weather permitting, take the short flight to Lukla, where the trekking crew prepares the loads and the walk begins. The trail initially descends through villages and cultivated hillsides before joining the Dudh Koshi Valley. Mani walls, prayer wheels, and distant mountain views introduce the landscape and culture of the Khumbu. The trek to Phakding takes approximately 4–5 hours.
Max Altitude
2,840 m
Accomodation
Teahouse in Phakding
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Follow the river through pine forest and cross several suspension bridges while entering Sagarmatha National Park. Beyond the settlement of Jorsalle, the trail reaches the meeting point of the Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers. A long uphill section then leads to Namche Bazaar. On a clear day, an opening in the forest may provide the first view of Everest. Today's walk takes approximately 7–8 hours.
Max Altitude
3,440 m
Accomodation
Teahouse in Namche Bazaar
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Spend a second night at the same elevation to support acclimatization. Take a short 2–3 hour hike to an Everest viewpoint, gaining altitude gradually before returning to Namche. The afternoon allows time to explore the town, visit local shops, and observe the mixture of traditional Khumbu life and modern trekking culture.
Max Altitude
3,440 m
Accomodation
Teahouse in Namche Bazaar
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Leave Namche for the higher slopes above town and continue towards Khumjung. This shorter 2–3 hour walking day provides further acclimatisation while introducing one of the Khumbu's established Sherpa villages. Stone houses, fields, and religious monuments sit beneath Khumbila, a mountain held sacred by local communities.
Max Altitude
3,790 m
Accomodation
Teahouse in Khumjung
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Continue through the Tengboche region, where forested trails and open viewpoints reveal Ama Dablam and other surrounding peaks. The route passes through an area with deep Buddhist significance before continuing towards Pangboche, one of the older Sherpa settlements in the upper Khumbu. The trek takes approximately 6–7 hours.
Max Altitude
3,980 m
Accomodation
Teahouse in Pangboche
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
The trail climbs gradually into the Imja Valley. Trees become sparse as the landscape opens into stone-walled fields, wide mountain slopes, and views towards Ama Dablam and the peaks surrounding the valley. After approximately 3–4 hours of walking, arrive in Dingboche for the first of two nights.
Max Altitude
4,250 m
Accomodation
Teahouse in Dingboche
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Make a 3–4 hour acclimatization hike towards Nangkartshang, gaining elevation at a controlled pace before returning to sleep at Dingboche. The exact turnaround point will depend on the weather, trail conditions, and how the group is adapting.
Max Altitude
Dependent on the acclimatization route
Accomodation
Teahouse in Dingboche
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Walk across high alpine terrain towards Thukla and climb the steeper section above it. The route passes memorials dedicated to climbers who lost their lives in the Everest region, creating a quiet and reflective part of the journey. Continue through the rocky upper valley to Lobuche after approximately 6–7 hours of walking.
Max Altitude
4,910 m
Accomodation
Teahouse in Lobuche
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Follow the moraine towards Gorakshep, the final settlement on the route, and continue to Everest Base Camp. The trail crosses uneven glacial terrain and requires steady footing. At base camp, take time to absorb the scale of the Khumbu Glacier and the surrounding mountains before retracing the route to Gorakshep. The full day involves approximately 7–8 hours of walking.
Everest's summit is not fully visible from base camp; the best close view is reserved for Kala Patthar the following day.
Max Altitude
5,364 m
Accomodation
Teahouse in Gorakshep
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Begin early for the climb to Kala Patthar, conditions permitting. The ascent is demanding in the cold, thin air, but the viewpoint provides the route's clearest panorama towards Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, and the Khumbu Glacier. Descend to Gorakshep, then continue down the valley to Pheriche. The day includes approximately 6–7 hours of walking.
Max Altitude
5,645 m
Accomodation
Teahouse in Pheriche
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Continue the descent through familiar villages, rhododendron forest, and pine woodland. The day includes both downhill sections and several short climbs before returning to Namche Bazaar after approximately 6–7 hours of walking.
Max Altitude
3,440 m
Accomodation
Teahouse in Namche Bazaar
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Descend from Namche to the Dudh Koshi, cross the suspension bridges, and retrace the lower trail through Phakding. A final climb leads back to Lukla, completing the walking section of the Everest Base Camp Trek after approximately 6–7 hours on the trail.
Max Altitude
3,440 m
Accomodation
Teahouse in Lukla
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Take the morning flight from Lukla to Manthali, subject to suitable weather and aviation conditions. From Manthali, continue by road to Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel.
Max Altitude
2,840 m
Accomodation
Four-star hotel in Kathmandu
Meals
Breakfast
Enjoy a free day in Kathmandu to rest after the trek or explore the city at your own pace. You may visit cultural landmarks, shop for souvenirs in Thamel, enjoy local cuisine, or simply relax at the hotel. This day also provides useful flexibility in case the return flight from Lukla is delayed due to weather or operational conditions.
Max Altitude
1,400 m
Accomodation
Not included
Meals
Not included
After breakfast, a Hatti Hatti Treks representative will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport according to your international flight schedule.
Max Altitude
1,400 m
Accomodation
Not included
Meals
Not included
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What's Covered
Inclusion And Exclusions
What's Included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off in Kathmandu
- Two nights at a four-star hotel in Kathmandu
- Hotel accommodation in Manthali as specified in the itinerary
- Ground transportation between Kathmandu and Manthali
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the scheduled Manthali stay
- Domestic flights between Manthali and Lukla
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek
- Experienced, government-licensed trekking guide
- Porter service, subject to the confirmed baggage allowance
- Sagarmatha National Park entry permit
- Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Trek-Card / local entry permit
- Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) Card
- Guide and porter salaries, meals and accommodation
- Insurance for the guide and porters
- Group medical and first-aid kit
- Applicable government taxes and service charges
What's Not Included
- International airfare
- Nepal entry visa fees
- Comprehensive travel insurance
- Emergency evacuation and rescue expenses
- Additional Kathmandu accommodation outside the two scheduled hotel nights
- Accommodation and meals on Day 16 unless separately arranged
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Personal trekking equipment and clothing
- Hot showers during the trek
- Wi-Fi and internet charges
- Battery and device-charging fees
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages
- Soft drinks and bottled water
- Tips for the guide and porters
- Excess baggage or additional porter services beyond the confirmed baggage allowance
- Expenses caused by flight delays or cancellations
- Costs resulting from weather, route changes or itinerary modifications
- Expenses caused by illness, early withdrawal or unforeseen circumstances
- Costs resulting from changes requested by the participant
- Any service not specifically listed under Cost Includes
Common Questions
FAQs
This is a 17-day trek, including arrival in Kathmandu, travel to Manthali, the trek from Lukla to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, the return to Lukla and Manthali, a free day in Kathmandu, and final departure.
The highest point is Kala Patthar at 5,645 metres. Everest Base Camp itself sits at 5,364 metres.
The summit is not clearly visible from base camp because surrounding mountains partially obstruct it. Kala Patthar provides a clearer panoramic view of Everest and neighbouring peaks.
A physically prepared beginner may complete the trek, although previous multi-day hiking experience is beneficial. Trekkers must be comfortable with long walking days, cold conditions, basic accommodation, and significant altitude.
No technical climbing is required. However, rocky terrain, snow, ice, steep sections, and changing weather can make the route more difficult.
The package includes two nights of hotel accommodation in Kathmandu, hotel accommodation in Manthali, and teahouse accommodation during the trek, with breakfast, lunch and dinner provided throughout the Manthali stay and trekking section. The Day 16 free day is not included.
The package includes the Sagarmatha National Park entry permit, the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Trek-Card/local entry permit, and the TIMS Card.
Inform the trekking guide immediately if you experience symptoms. Depending on their severity, the guide may recommend rest, a change to the itinerary, or descent. Serious symptoms may require emergency evacuation.
The flight may be rescheduled when conditions improve. Delays can create additional accommodation, meal, and transport expenses, which are excluded unless otherwise agreed.
Yes. Your insurance must cover high-altitude trekking up to at least 5,645 metres and emergency helicopter evacuation.
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