It goes without saying that trekking in Nepal is the most adventurous thing to do than anyplace else. From the world’s highest mountain to the deepest gorge and diverse topographical landmarks, there are so many places to walk over here.
However, the one that comes as a force in nature is Everest Base Camp whose beauty leaves every trekker in awe. It’s the most stunning piece of land on earth surrounded by towering mountains, glacier-fed lakes, eye-popping landscapes, and lofty hills.
Perched at an elevation of 17,598 ft., Everest Base Camp is majestic with diverse geographical patterns, glacial moraines, and untouched valleys. Its tour astonishes every trekker with the sight of towering icefalls, stunning fjords, and a patch of lush meadows.
The trek may be a bit tricky when done in the off-season but on a typical day, it’s just fantastic with lovely weather and impressive sceneries. Trekkers will almost always be navigating the rugged terrain and moors while on the expedition.
The trail to Everest Base Camp runs from Lukla and makes its way through Sherpa capital Namche Bazaar. The 80 miles track has us walking alongside the Dudh Koshi River and above the valley before Tengboche.
Everest Base Camp Trek will see us moving through famous Sherpa villages including Tengboche and Lobuche. We’ll also pass Gorak Shep, a small hamlet at the edge of a frozen riverbed to arrive at the base camp.
Highlights of Everest Base Camp Trek
- Sublime view of glimmering snow peaks including Mt. Everest, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam
- Striking visage of Kala Patthar at 5,643 meters
- Glimpses of wildlife and unique vegetation while running through the sanctuary
- Exploring primordial monasteries, and chortens, decked with prayer flags and wheels.
- Visiting picturesque villages and immersing in the local culture
- Picturesque flight to Lukla with pouring waterfalls, lush-green meads, and farm
Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary
As informed, our officials will arrive at the airport just minutes before your flight touches down. They’ll join you at the entrance and shortly after transfer you to one of the city’s well-facilitated hotels. They’ll walk you up to the reception and make sure that you get to the room safe with no troubles.
Given the time offset, it’s better you rest awhile and then take a stroll through the city. Riding the bustling streets of Kathmandu in the evening is exciting with sparkling lights and shops. You can dine at a local restaurant while out for a walk or return to the hotel and have dinner.
Today we’ll spend most of our time traveling around the city and drop by some famous landmarks. In the morning, we’ll take a quick visit to Pashupatinath temple and later drive to Boudhanath Stupa. We’ll stop here and take a little trip to the pilgrimage as well as spin the prayer wheels.
Our day out also includes a tour of historic sites like Bhaktapur Durbar Square and Patan Durbar, both listed in UNESCO’s world heritage sites. They have got a lot of beautiful stone statues, open courtyards, temples, and royal palaces for exploration. After visiting the significant places, we’ll return back to the hotel where you’ll have dinner and go to sleep.
After the full-day tour of <a href="https://nepalrecreation.com/trip/1-day-kathmandu-tour/">Kathmandu</a>, it’s time for us to leave the valley and fly off east to Khumbu. We’ll drive to the airport early in the morning and board a plane to Lukla which takes about <strong>40 minutes </strong>to reach.
The ride is more exhilarating than any other you have had, following a surreal view of snow-capped mountains, rolling pastures, and hills. After landing at Lukla airport, we’ll have breakfast and then start walking to Phakding which takes around 4 hours.
The trail in-between runs off the hill beside the Dudh Koshi River and walks through the pine forest to reach Ghat. From here, we’ll take a short but steep ascend up to the village and wind up at Everest Base Camp Trek for 14 days. Overnight stay in Phakding.
Upon awakening, we’ll have breakfast and return to the trail that comes across a stream and ascend the terraced hill. As we proceed the trail ahead, it moves up and down which is slightly tiring. We’ll pass a bunch of villages including Manjo before entering <a href="http://www.dnpwc.gov.np/en/conservation-area-detail/72/">Sagarmatha National Park</a>.
From here, our trail walks the suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi River and climbs uphill to arrive at Jorsale. We’ll continue trekking uphill where the path is surrounded by rhododendron forest before finally making it to Namche Bazaar. Tonight we’ll stay in the village.
Since the temperature after Namche falls dramatically, we’ll give the trek a rest today. Instead, we’ll use the time to explore the town and take a little walk up to Syanboche. Soon after having breakfast, we’ll start trekking uphill on a rocky path.
Depending on the pace, it’ll take us between <strong>1 to 2 hours</strong> to reach the hilltop where the sceneries are marvelous. At <strong>12,402 ft high</strong>, Syangboche offers a breathtaking view of Mt. Everest along with diverse landscapes and rolling hills. The view from the National Park Visitor Center is too impressive and comes with unique flora and fauna.
After the day off work, we’ll get back to business by descending the trail out of the village. As the expedition makes headway the path takes a precipitous climb which often results in altitude sickness. Therefore, not to let the mishap happen, we’ll gently scramble the hill and walk through the dense forest filled with rhododendron and pine.
Passing mani walls and chortens, we’ll reach the stone gate of Tengboche that’s built by Sherpa. Resting just before Ama Dablam, the village offers a captivating view of snow peaks, exquisite landforms, and plains. At Tengboche, we’ll spend the night in a tea house.
We’ll begin off day 7 of Everest Base Camp Trek by visiting the Tengboche monastery and offering prayers. After the worshipping is over, we head out of the village and navigate the steep trails leading to Dingboche. Throughout the excursion, we’ll get to see staggering mountains like Kantega and Island Peak in the north.
The uphill trek has us pass the Tibetan chortens and lower Pangboche, a gorgeous village high at <strong>3,985 meters </strong>in Imja Khola Valley. Making its way through the upland valley and vast plains for almost an hour, the route ends up at Dingboche.
Throughout our voyage and even at the village, we’ll get to relish the spectacular view of Mt. Pumori, Lhotse, and Everest. We’ll spend the night in a tea house here and resume the trek the next morning.
From Dingboche, our trail goes downhill to Pheriche village through steppes, rocks, and boulders. The trail finds its way into the valley and up the moraine to Dugla, lying at <strong>4,595 meters. </strong>We’ll take a short break and have lunch at Dugla before traversing the trail further.
The trek resumes with a steep walk off the hillside for about an hour based on the effect of altitude. All-day long, we’ll be climbing the steep rugged trail high up the valley which unfolds an awe-inspiring vista of Mt. Pumori and the west face of Everest. Finally, after walking for nearly <strong>5 hours</strong>, we’ll reach Lobuche, a small settlement lying near Khumbu Glacier.
As the trail to Everest Base Camp is long-drawn and exhausting, we’ll start the trek early and slowly head towards Gorak Shep. The trail forward is jagged and full of debris which is why it’ll take us some extra time. We’ll continue to chase a rocky moraine path and descend the hill to arrive at Gorak Shep.
We’ll stop by the settlement for a few minutes and grab our lunch before continuing the trek. The trail from Gorak Shep to Everest Base Camp is <strong>2.5 miles</strong> long on the north-east. It meanders through a jagged path alongside Khumbu Glacier to end up at the campsite.
The landmark provides an astonishing view of Mt. Everest and the surrounding snow peaks including Nuptse and Cho Oyu. After having the best of time sightseeing, we’ll go back to the alley and descend to Gorak Shep. Overnight stay in a tea house in the village.
Everest Base Camp trek without a visit to Kala Patthar is impossible to imagine. Therefore, at first light, we’ll start walking the rocky mountain inclined upward that continues for a good <strong>2 hours. </strong>Upon getting at the crest, we’ll get a fabulous view of Everest along with Mt. Makalu, Cho Oyu, and Lhotse.
At <strong>5,643 meters</strong>, the mountain unrolls the sweeping hills, landscapes, and ridge that looks amazing. As soon as the sightseeing is over, we’ll climb down the peak and start heading to Pangboche. Making headway above the valley and over Imja Khola through an old bridge, we’ll walk a solid <strong>4 hours. </strong>
The trek is easy in the beginning with a downhill walk but as you proceed to the village, it gets a bit stressful with a steep ascent. At Pangboche, we’ll get an impressive view to witness with warm hospitality from locals.
From Pangboche, we’ll descend the course and ramble through the forest swarming with pines and firs. We’ll leave behind some beautiful villages like Manjo and cross the Dudh Koshi River to reach the Sherpa town. Since most of the section on the trail slopes downward, it’ll take us roughly <strong>6 hours </strong>to arrive at Namche Bazaar which is also our lodging for the night.
Today’s trek continues with a downhill walk through a densely forested area which offers a wonderful view. It passes many villages including Manjo and descends the valley below. We’ll use the suspension bridge numerous times to cross <strong>Bhote Koshi River </strong>and take a final uphill climb of about an hour to get to Lukla. With this, we’ll bring an end to another beautiful day of Everest Base Camp Trek 14 days.
After having breakfast in a tea house at Lukla along with scenic views, we’ll run the trail to Lukla airport and catch a flight. Considering the splendid sight with terrace fields and waterfalls to glance at, the ride to Kathmandu will be quite thrilling. After landing at the airport, you’ll be transferred back to the hotel. You can spend the rest of your day traveling the city and stopping by the place of your interest.
Our representative will drop you at the airport a few hours before the scheduled flight. They will make sure that you board the flight safe and without any trouble.
