12 Days Everest Base Camp & Kalapatthar Trekking in Nepal

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Drive to Ramechhap from Kathmandu, fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding [Drive 4 hr/trek 4 Hour] 2640m
2 stops
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Flight from Kathmandu or Ramechhap to Lukla, then trek to Phakding (2,652 m): 3-4 Hours. We will wake up early and move to the airport after our flight to Lukla. Lukla airport is known as the second most dangerous airport globally, so we will undoubtedly have one of the most thrilling flights of our life. Upon reaching Lukla, we will see the change in scenery, and the Himalayan landscape becomes quite prominent, along with stimulating freshness in the air. We will begin trekking through a forested trail to reach Cheplung village. Finally, we will descend to the Dudh Koshi River Valley, where Phakding village is located. Phakding will welcome us with a glimpse of Mt. Kusum Kanguru (6,367 m).
Admission ticket included
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Phakding is a small village in the Khumbu region of Nepal. It lies in the Dudh Kosi river valley just north of Lukla and south of Monjo, at an altitude of 2,610 m, one of the UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979.
15 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Trek to Namche Bazzar [6 hr] 3440m
2 stops
3
Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m): 5-4 Hours After having a warm breakfast, we will begin trekking on the main trail to take us to Namche Bazar, the biggest Sherpa village in the Khumbu region. On the way, we will go through small towns like Jorsale and Monjo. Moreover, Monjo is the entry point of the Sagarmatha National Park, and we will trek through the national park, which increases our chances of coming across wildlife. The trail will include pristine rivers, alpine woods, small streams, and forests of pine & cedar.
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Namche Bazaar is a town and in Khumbu Pasanglhamu Rural Municipality in Solukhumbu District of Province No. 1 of north-eastern Nepal. It is located within the Khumbu area at 3,440 metres at its low point, populating the sides of a hill. Most Sherpa who are in the tourism business are from the Namche area.
15 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Acclimatization Day (Hike to Khumjung 3800m)
1 stop
5
Namche: Acclimatization and Rest Day It will be our rest day so that our bodies can get acclimatized to the altitude we have gained in the past few days. We will begin our day with a delicious breakfast. After that, we will hike to Syangboche Airstrip, where we will get to see the full view of Namche Bazar and snow-capped mountains. Further, we will walk to the famous Everest View Hotel, which offers a beautiful view of Mt. Everest (8,848 m) and other Himalayan mountains. Later that day, we will visit the Everest Photo Gallery and Sherpa Culture Museum.
15 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Trek to Tengboache [5Hr] 3800m
1 stop
6
Trek from Namche to Tengboche (3,800 m): 5-6 Hours Dudh Koshi River and Imja Khola. Tengboche is a beautiful village surrounded by high hills covered with gorgeous rhododendron bushes. Here, we will visit the Tengboche monastery, one of the biggest and oldest monasteries in the Khumbu region. We will get to see stunning views of Mt. Everest (8,848 m), Mt. Ama Dablam (6,812 m), Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m), and many other mountains.
15 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Trek to Dingboche [6 Hr] 4280m
1 stop
7
Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m): 6-7 Hours We will cross the Imja River over a suspension bridge and continue our trek toward Dingboche. First, we will come across Pangboche village. Then, we will trek through a forested trail and reach Dingboche, the Summer Valley of the Khumbu region. We will get to see striking views of Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m), Mt. Ama Dablam (6,812 m), Island Peak (6,189 m), and many other snow-capped mountains from here.
15 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Rest day Dingboche (4,360 m)
1 stop
8
It is our second rest day. We will spend the day exploring the village and its nearby areas. After aving breakfast, we will hike to a hilltop located 5,100 meters above Dingboche at the edge of Chhukung village. The hike will be steep and demands a little more energy. From the top, we will get to see outstanding Himalayas views of Kangtega (6,782 m), Taboche Peak (6,542 m), Lobuche East (6,119 m), Lobuche West (6,145 m), Ama Dablam (6,812 m), and Thamserku (6,623 m). If the weather is clear, we will also see the stunning view of Mt. Makalu (8,481 m), the fifth highest mountain in the world. After spending some at the top, we will return to Dingboche to spend our night.
15 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 7
Trek to Lobuche (4,940 m): 5-6 Hours
1 stop
9
We will trek and reach Dhungla. Then, the trail will take us just above Pheriche. After that, the route will take us and the Khumbu glacier moraine. We will see views of mountains like Mt. Pumori (7,161 m), Mt. Lingtren (6,749 m), and numerous mountains along the way. After we cross the glacier, we will see the view of Mt. Nuptse.
15 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,150 m) to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m), back to Gorakshep: 7-8 Hours
1 stop
10
Kala Pattar
Here comes the most awaited day of our trip. Today, we will wake up early and have breakfast. After that, we will begin walking gradually along the side of the Khumbu Glacier. After trekking for around 2 to 3 hours, we will reach Gorakshep, which used to be the initial base camp of Mt. Everest. Then, we will ascend to Everest Base Camp's edge. Along the way to the Everest base camp, we will get to see breathtaking views of the Khumbu Icefall, Mt. Everest (8,848 m), Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m), and Mt. Nuptse (7,861 m), Mt. Lingtren (6,749 m), and many others. After spending some time at the Everest Base Camp, we will return to Gorakshep, where we will spend the night.
15 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 9
Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar (5,545 m) to Pheriche (4,280 m): 7-8 hours
1 stop
11
We will wake up early and begin trekking towards Kala Patthar. Kala Patthar is a viewpoint from where we will get to witness 360-degree views of Mt. Everest (8,848 m) along with captivating views of Nuptse (7,861 m), Lhotse (8,516 m), Ama Dablam (6,812 m), Pumori (7,161 m), Thamserku (6,623 m), and many other Himalayan mountains. Upon reaching Kala Patthar, we will see fantastic sunrise amidst Mt. Everest and other peaks. After spending some time at the Kala Patthar, we will return to Gorakshep and descend to Pheriche, where we will spend our Overnight in the lodge.
15 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 10
Trek from Pheriche to Namche (3,440 m): 6-7 Hours
1 stop
12
After breakfast, we will trek following the Imja River down to Tengboche. We will go through small villages, pine & rhododendron forests, and small streams. From Tengboche, we will descend to Phungki Thanka and pass by Kyung Juma before reaching Namche Bazar. Throughout the trial, we will enjoy a lovely view of the Himalayan landscape.
15 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 11
Trek from Namche to Phakding and then to Lukla (2,800 m): 5-6 Hours
1 stop
13
After having breakfast, we will trek back to Lukla via Phakding. We pretty much follow the same trail. We will begin our trek by descending steeply and crossing a suspension bridge. After that, we will come across several chortens, mani walls, small gompas, and colorful prayer flags. Further, we will ascend through a dense forest of pine & rhododendron and reach Lukla, our last destination for the day.
15 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 12
Flight back to Kathmandu.
1 stop
14
We will wake up and have our last breakfast with a view of the Himalayas. After that, we will fly back to Kathmandu. The flight will be short and offer scenic views of the Himalayan mountains. Upon reaching Kathmandu, we will move to our hotel. The rest of the day allows us to relax and explore independently. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
15 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Minimum age is 12 years

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