# Kathmandu: 12 Day Culture and Sustainability EBC Trek

**Category:** Cultural
**Location:** Kathmandu, Nepal
**Duration:** 288 hours
**Price:** from USD 1420 per participant

## About

Follow one of the world’s most iconic trekking routes to Everest Base Camp, while experiencing the living culture and sustainability efforts of the Khumbu region. Starting in Kathmandu, your journey takes you through the dramatic landscapes of Sagarmatha National Park, crossing suspension bridges, alpine valleys, and traditional Sherpa villages.

Along the way, explore the vibrant mountain hub of Namche Bazaar, where trekkers acclimatize while learning about the history of Himalayan mountaineering and the legendary expeditions that shaped the region. The trail also leads to sacred sites like Tengboche Monastery, offering a glimpse into the spiritual life of the Sherpa people against a backdrop of towering Himalayan peaks.

A special highlight of this journey is a visit to Sagarmatha Next near Syangboche, an innovative sustainability center where visitors learn how waste from the Everest region is transformed into meaningful products. This experience provides insight into how local communities are working to preserve the fragile environment of the Himalayas.

As the trek continues higher into the Khumbu Valley, the landscape becomes increasingly dramatic, culminating at Everest Base Camp, standing beneath the mighty Mount Everest, the highest mountain on Earth. More than just a trek, this journey combines breathtaking scenery, Sherpa heritage, and responsible travel-creating a deeper and more meaningful Everest experience.

Itinerary:
Day 1: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla. Trek to Phakding
Day 2: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazar
Day 3: Rest day at Namche bazar. Day hike to Syangboche, Hotel Everet View.
Day 4: Namche to Tengboche
Day 5: Tengboche to Dingboche
Day 6: Rest Day at Dingboche. Day hike to Nankartshang Peak
Day 7: Dingboche to Lobuche
Day 8: Lobuche to Everest Base Camp. Overnight at Goraksep
Day 9: Morning Hike to Kalapatther. Trek back to Pheriche
Day 10: Pheriche to Namche
Day 11: Namche to Lukla
Day 12: Fly Back to Kahtmandu.

## What's included

- Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu Flight
- Accommodation Throughout the trek in local cozy teahouses
- Trekking guide
- Assistang guide for groups over 6 pax
- First Aid kit with pulse oxymeter
- Scenic mountain flight to Lukla
- Accommodation in mountain lodges
- Meals during the trek
- Entry permits to Sagarmatha National Park
- Khumbu Trek Card
- Embark on a guided trek to Everest Base Camp from Kathmandu
- Experience the thrill of flying into Lukla
- Trek through Sherpa villages, pine forests, and suspension bridges
- Visit the sacred Tengboche Monastery and learn about the local culture
- Hike to Kala Patthar for panoramic views of Mount Everest at sunrise

## What's not included

- Meals During the trip
- Nepal Entry Visa Cost
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Tips for guides and porters
- Anything not included in inclusions

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## Booking

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