Everest Base Camp Trek
ID: GYG235567-406527
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Country: Nepal
Country: Nepal
Duration: 15 days
Description
Experience the vastness of Mount Everest on this 15-day trek. Walk through ice-capped mountains for a thrilling challenge and a unique experience.
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport
Upon arrival at the airport, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu before receiving all the necessary information about the trek from your guide.
Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
See the sights of Kathmandu with your expert guide in a private car.
Day 3: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
After your flight to Lukla, enjoy an easy trek to the upper region of Phakding where you will spend the night. Over the next few days, you will get the chance to explore the Sagarmatha National Park, a World Heritage Site, getting a closer look at world famous Buddist monasteries and meeting friendly Sherpa people.
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazar
Following the Dudh Koshi valley, climb up to Namche Bazaar, the ideal resting spot for tourists and local Sherpas alike. Enjoy panoramic views of the Everest Region with its rhododendron forests and snow-capped peaks.
Day 5: Rest day in Namche Bazar to acclimatize
Day 6: Trek to Tengboche
From Namche Bazaar, trek through high altitudes and chilly weather. After two hours of climbing, you will reach Tyangboche Monastery which is located at an altitude of 3,867 meters and resides on top of a ridge. Here you can enjoy delightful views of Sagarmatha.
Day 7: Trek to Dingboche
From Tengboche, continue towards your destination passing through the villages of Imja Khola, Pangboche and Pheriche, before reaching Khumbu glacier after a few hours of trekking. Get an insight into the local way of life of the Sherpa villagers and their cultures as you pass through their hometowns.
Day 8: Day trip to Chhukung Valley and back to Dingboche
Enjoy a day trip to Chukung Valley, which has been described as one of the world's best hikes, before traveling back to Dingboche to spend the night.
Day 9: Trek to Lobuche
Today, trek to Lobuche where you can rest for some time and admire the exquisite design of nature.
Day 10: Hike from Lobuche to Gorakshep
From Lobuche, head towards Gorakshep, a small settlement on the shores of a frozen lake, your departure point towards Everest Base Camp, and resting place for the night after completing your Everest hike.
Day 11: Early morning hike to Kalapathar and Pheriche
Rise early to make the most of the fantastic views from Kalapathar before heading back to Pheriche.
Day 12: Trek back to Namche Bazaar
Begin your descent down the mountain, stopping again at Namche Bazaar to acclimatize.
Day 13: Trek back to Lukla
Day 14: Flight back to Kathmandu
Rest for the night in a hotel in Kathmandu to recover after your fortnight of hiking before beginning your journey home the following day.
Day 15: Transfer to International Airport for your final departure
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport
Upon arrival at the airport, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu before receiving all the necessary information about the trek from your guide.
Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
See the sights of Kathmandu with your expert guide in a private car.
Day 3: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
After your flight to Lukla, enjoy an easy trek to the upper region of Phakding where you will spend the night. Over the next few days, you will get the chance to explore the Sagarmatha National Park, a World Heritage Site, getting a closer look at world famous Buddist monasteries and meeting friendly Sherpa people.
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazar
Following the Dudh Koshi valley, climb up to Namche Bazaar, the ideal resting spot for tourists and local Sherpas alike. Enjoy panoramic views of the Everest Region with its rhododendron forests and snow-capped peaks.
Day 5: Rest day in Namche Bazar to acclimatize
Day 6: Trek to Tengboche
From Namche Bazaar, trek through high altitudes and chilly weather. After two hours of climbing, you will reach Tyangboche Monastery which is located at an altitude of 3,867 meters and resides on top of a ridge. Here you can enjoy delightful views of Sagarmatha.
Day 7: Trek to Dingboche
From Tengboche, continue towards your destination passing through the villages of Imja Khola, Pangboche and Pheriche, before reaching Khumbu glacier after a few hours of trekking. Get an insight into the local way of life of the Sherpa villagers and their cultures as you pass through their hometowns.
Day 8: Day trip to Chhukung Valley and back to Dingboche
Enjoy a day trip to Chukung Valley, which has been described as one of the world's best hikes, before traveling back to Dingboche to spend the night.
Day 9: Trek to Lobuche
Today, trek to Lobuche where you can rest for some time and admire the exquisite design of nature.
Day 10: Hike from Lobuche to Gorakshep
From Lobuche, head towards Gorakshep, a small settlement on the shores of a frozen lake, your departure point towards Everest Base Camp, and resting place for the night after completing your Everest hike.
Day 11: Early morning hike to Kalapathar and Pheriche
Rise early to make the most of the fantastic views from Kalapathar before heading back to Pheriche.
Day 12: Trek back to Namche Bazaar
Begin your descent down the mountain, stopping again at Namche Bazaar to acclimatize.
Day 13: Trek back to Lukla
Day 14: Flight back to Kathmandu
Rest for the night in a hotel in Kathmandu to recover after your fortnight of hiking before beginning your journey home the following day.
Day 15: Transfer to International Airport for your final departure
Highlights
- Explore Kathmandu with an expert guide
- Visit the Tyangboche Monastery
- Climb the world's highest mountain
- Discover the Sherpa culture in the Solukhumbu Region
- Enjoy panormamic views from the world's highest view point
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must fill out a travel information form
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 3 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
All participants over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 22 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
Masks are optional for this activity
All participants who are 12 years and older must present a Reinforced Green Pass that is valid in the EU and has a verifiable QR code. Reinforced Green Passes can only be obtained by uploading either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months to either the Green Pass or Covid Certificate app
Masks are required while indoors
Kathmandu International Airport
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.