14-Day Everest Base Camp Trek with Kala Patthar and Lukla Flights

14 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Sign up for this Everest Base Camp trek, one of the most adventurous trekking routes on earth, reaching an altitude of 5,364 meters. Starting with a flight from...

Duration: 14 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Kathmandu, Everest Base Camp-South, Lukla, Dingboche, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Phakding, Lobuche, Kala Patthar, Pangboche, Gorakshep, Sagarmatha National Park, Monjo, Chukhung, Pheriche, Khumjung · Languages: English

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What's Included

Airport pickup and drop-off
Two nights in a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu (Hotel Bliss International or similar category) with breakfast (twin share)
Welcome dinner in Kathmandu
Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu flights with airport taxes
Accommodation in lodges or tea houses during the trek (twin share)
Food during the trek: three meals a day - breakfast, lunch, and dinner - with tea/coffee
Experienced, English-speaking, government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (1 assistant guide for every 4 trekkers), plus a professional insured porter (1 porter for 2 guests), including their salary, meals, accommodation, transportation, and insurance
Sagarmatha National Park entrance permit for trekking
Sleeping bag, trekking pole, and trekking map (sleeping bag and trekking pole are to be returned after trip completion)
Comprehensive medical kit
All government and local taxes

Not Included

Nepal visa fee (bring small denomination cash USD and two passport photographs)
International airfare to and from Kathmandu
Extra sightseeing activities beyond the itinerary
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and guest houses in case of early arrival, late departure, or early return from the mountain for any reason beyond the scheduled itinerary
Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
Excess baggage charges
Travel and health insurance - emergency helicopter rescue insurance (most recommended)
Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottled or boiled water, shower, etc.)
Tips for guides and porters

Itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrive in Kathmandu and Transfer to Your Hotel

Meet your representative, who will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Kathmandu. After you freshen up, you will be provided with the necessary information, and you can spend time on last-minute shopping. Overnight stay.
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Day 02

Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding

Enjoy a scenic flight of nearly 40 minutes that will bring you to Lukla. Trek to Phakding for an overnight stop. Overnight at Guest House. (full board)
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Day 03

Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar via Monjo

Have breakfast around 8 am and start walking. Trek to Namche Bazaar via Monjo, the entrance gate for Sagarmatha National Park. Today is a slightly difficult day because after Monjo, you will have to climb high through the jungle for around 3 hours, and there are no guest houses in between. Reach Namche Bazaar, where you can get fresh coffee. There are trekking gear shops and mini grocery stores as well. Overnight stay.
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Day 04

Acclimatization Hike Around Namche Bazaar

Acclimatize on this day. Your day would normally begin after breakfast around 8 am. Start the day with water and some chocolate in small bags. Hike for around 5 hours and explore Everest View Hotel, Khumjung and Khunde Valley, Hillary School, and Hillary Museum. Overnight at Guest House. (full board)
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Day 05

Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche

Hike for around 6 hours as the trail goes down to the Dudh Koshi River and then up to Tengboche village. Reach Tengboche and explore the oldest Tengboche Monastery. Enjoy a very close view of Amadablam Mountain, which is breathtaking. Overnight at Guest House in Tengboche. (full board)
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Day 06

Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche via Pangboche

Trek to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300 ft) for around 6 hours while crossing rhododendron forest and witnessing very close views of Amadablam and Thamsherrku Mountain. Stop in Pangboche village for lunch and then continue trekking to your destination, Dingboche. Overnight at Guest House. (full board)
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Day 07

Acclimatization Hike to Chukkung Village

Have breakfast and take some water and chocolate. Hike to Chukkung village. Chukkung is a beautiful village and the gateway to Island Peak climbing. The view of Mount Amadablam and Pumori is very beautiful. Have lunch there and trek back to Dingboche. Overnight at Guest House. (full board)
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Day 08

Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche via Khumbu Glacier

Have breakfast and trek to Lobuche (4,940 m/16,207 ft) for around 4 hours. Climb further via Khumbu Glacier while watching the panoramic view of the Himalayas. Reach Lobuche and have lunch. Explore the nearby areas and, if time and weather allow, you can explore the Mount Lobuche climbing trail. Overnight at Guest House. (full board)
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Day 09

Trek to Gorak Shep and Everest Base Camp

Have a fulfilling breakfast, as this is a very important day. Trek to Gorakshep for about 3 hours. Leave your luggage and, after lunch, trek to Everest Base Camp and the Khumbu Icefall. Explore the vicinity of the base camp with the impressive sight of the crowning Mt. Everest (8848 m), the world's highest peak. Overnight at Gorakshep in Guest House. (full board)
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Day 10

Climb Kala Patthar and Descend to Pheriche

Begin a long day early in the morning around 4:30 am. Climb Kala Patthar at an elevation of 5,555 meters to see the best view of Everest's south face without climbing it. See the spectacular views of Changtse, most of the West Ridge route, Mount Pumori, and many more. Return to Gorakshep, eat breakfast, and walk back to Pheriche via Lobuche. Overnight at Guest House. (full board)
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Day 11

Trek Back to Namche via Tengboche

Have breakfast and trek back to Namche via Tengboche. Enjoy lunch at Tengboche and finally reach Namche, where you will celebrate your success in completing the Everest Base Camp trek. Overnight stay.
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Day 12

Trek from Namche to Lukla

Trek for around 6 hours and head back to Lukla from Namche. Overnight at Guest House. (full board)
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Day 13

Fly Back to Kathmandu and Enjoy Free Time

Wake up early in the morning around 7 am and fly to Kathmandu for around 30 minutes. Reach Kathmandu, check in to the hotel, and enjoy a free day in Kathmandu. Overnight stay.
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Day 14

Departure from Kathmandu

Reach the airport according to your flight time. Breakfast included.

Meeting Point

Meeting point: Walk Mountain Pvt. Ltd., Chhusya Galli, Kathmandu, Nepal · Tour start: Kathmandu 44600, Nepal — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.