# Everest Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu - Scenic 12 Days Trek

**Category:** Adventure
**Location:** Pheriche, Nepal
**Duration:** 288 hours
**Price:** from USD 1336.64 per participant

## About

Day By Day Itinerary

Day 1: Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding
• Take a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2,800 meters/9,186 feet).
• Begin trekking towards Phakding (2,652 meters/8,700 feet), following the Dudh Koshi River.

Day 2: Trek to Namche Bazaar
• Continue trekking along the banks of the Dudh Koshi River.
• Cross suspension bridges and ascend to Namche Bazaar (3,440 meters/11,286 feet), a bustling Sherpa trading hub.

Day 3: Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar
• Rest and acclimatize to the altitude in Namche Bazaar.
• Explore the town, visit the Sherpa Museum, and enjoy panoramic views of Everest and surrounding peaks.

Day 4: Trek to Tengboche
• Trek through forests and cross the Dudh Koshi River.
• Ascend to Tengboche (3,860 meters/12,664 feet), famous for its monastery and panoramic mountain views.

Day 5: Trek to Dingboche
• Descend through rhododendron forests and cross suspension bridges.
• Trek to Dingboche (4,410 meters/14,468 feet), a village with stunning views of Ama Dablam and Lhotse.

Day 6: Take a rest day for acclimatization in Dingboche.
• Optionally, go for a day hike to Nagarjun Hill or Chhukung Valley for further acclimatization and beautiful views.

Day 7: Trek to Lobuche
• Ascend through alpine landscapes and cross glacial streams.
• Reach Lobuche (4,910 meters/16,108 feet), a small settlement located beneath the Khumbu Glacier.

Day 8: Trek to Gorak Shep, Visit Everest Base Camp
• Trek to Gorak Shep (5,164 meters/16,942 feet), the last settlement before Everest Base Camp.
• After a short rest, hike to Everest Base Camp (5,364 meters/17,598 feet) and enjoy the views of the Khumbu Icefall.

Day 09: Hike to Kala Patthar and Descend to Pheriche
• Early morning hike to Kala Patthar for spectacular sunrise views of Everest and surrounding peaks.
• Descend to Pheriche (4,240 meters/13,910 feet) for an overnight stay.

Day 10: Trek to Namche Bazaar
• Descend through Pangboche and Tengboche.
• Continue trekking to Namche Bazaar, retracing your steps.

Day 11: Trek to Lukla
• Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla, enjoying the final views of the Everest region.
• Celebrate the completion of the trek with the team and guides.

Day 12: Fly back to Kathmandu
• Take a scenic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu.
• Rest and relax in Kathmandu

## What's included

- Kathmandu to Lukla to Kathmandu by flight
- All ground transport as per itinerary by Private vehicle (Domestic airport drop up and Pick up).
- Teahouse/Lodge accommodation during the trek (Twin sharing room) on B/B basic
- Government lenience holder High Route Adventure experienced & qualified trekking guide(Leader) and Porter to carry trekkers luggage(2 trekkers: 1 porter)
- Included their(guide & porter) meals, insurance, salary, lodging, transportation, and equipment
- TIMS fee (Trekkers information management system)/Local Committees free
- Sagarmatha national park permit & Rural municipality entrance fee
- Down jacket & four seasonal sleeping bags (down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
- Appreciation of certificate after the successful trek
- Farewell dinner complete successful trip at the end of the trek
- An hour trekking massage after completing the trek
- All Government and Local Taxes
- Be stunned by the chilling beauty of the Khumbu Glacier and Khumbu Icefalls
- Visit Sherpa villages with their Tibetan like peoples and yak herders
- Fly into the high altitude Hilary Tenzing Airport at Lukla, an experience.
- Witness the sun setting over Everest from Kalapatthar
- Stand at the base of Mt Everest in awe of its majesty and size

## What's not included

- Excess baggage charge(s) (If more the 15 kg)
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
- Hotel in Kathmandu
- Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
- Lunch and evening meals in Mountain
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, Wi-Fi, etc.)
- Transportation by our private vehicle from Kathmandu to Pokhara to Kathmandu can extra cost for the round trips.
- All kind of cold drinks during the trek
- Tips for guide and porter

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## Booking

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