14 Days Everest Base Camp Trek with Local Guide & Porters

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14 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

We're a local Nepal-based operator—not a reseller. Your guide is Nepali, experienced, and knows these mountains intimately. This is a private trek with no fixed group, so we adjust the pace to suit you. Two acclimatization days are built in because safety matters more than speed. The teahouses and porters we work with are people we've known for years. You're walking with someone from Nepal who understands the terrain, culture, and how to keep you safe—not a distant company sending you on a tour.

What's Included

Sagarmatha National Park entry permit & Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality permit
Experienced licensed trekking guide (English-speaking)
Lunch (Optional[11])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[12])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[13])
Breakfast
Meals(breakfast, lunch, dinner) & twin sharing teahouse accommodation, during the trek
Government taxes and service charges
Domestic flights: Kathmandu-Lukla–Kathmandu or via Ramechhap including ground transfers
Guide and porter insurance, salary, meals, and accommodation
Pre-trek briefing in Kathmandu & Trek briefing on video conference before trek(upon request)
Porter service (one porter for every two trekkers, carrying up to 25kg)
Airport pickup and drop-off in Kathmandu (private vehicle)
Two night in a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu, breakfast included
First aid kit and oxygen meter (carried by guide)
International flights to and from Nepal
Nepal entry visa (available on arrival at Kathmandu airport: USD 30 for 15 days)
Travel and medical insurance (required and strongly recommended)
Meals in Kathmandu (lunch, dinner)
Personal expenses (snacks, drinks, WiFi($2-3), hot showers($2-3), charging devices($2-3))
Tips for guide and porter (optional but appreciated; approx. 10% of the trip)
Emergency evacuation costs (covered by travel insurance)
Extra nights in Kathmandu (if needed due to flight delays)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick you up from Tribhuvan International Airport—look for your name on a sign at arrivals. Already in Kathmandu? We'll collect you from your hotel or any location in the valley. Just share your details when you book.

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Meeting point

At the Airport: Exit through arrivals and look for our representative holding a sign with your name. At Your Hotel: We'll meet you in the lobby at the agreed time. Day Before Trek: Your guide will visit your hotel for a gear check and trek briefing—usually in the evening.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 14 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m)

    1 stop
  • 1
    Kathmandu

    Welcome to Nepal! Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you'll be transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu. Take this day to rest after your journey and prepare for the adventure ahead. If time permits, explore the vibrant streets of Thamel, the tourist hub filled with trekking shops, restaurants, and cultural sites. Your trek leader will brief you about the upcoming journey and conduct a gear check to ensure you're fully prepared. Highlights: Airport transfer, hotel check-in, trek briefing, Thamel exploration

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Fly to Lukla (2,860 m) & Trek to Phakding (2,610 m) | 8 km, 3-4 hours, 35 min flight

    1 stop
  • 2
    Lukla

    Experience an exhilarating mountain flight to Lukla's Tenzing-Hillary Airport, one of the world's most dramatic airstrips. After landing, meet your porter team and begin your trek through picturesque Sherpa villages. The trail descends gently alongside the Dudh Koshi River, passing through pine forests and traditional settlements. Cross several suspension bridges adorned with colorful prayer flags as you make your way to Phakding. Highlights: Scenic mountain flight, Lukla Airport, Dudh Koshi River valley, suspension bridges, first glimpses of Himalayan peaks

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) | 10 km, 6-7 hours

    1 stop
  • 3
    Namche Bazaar

    Today's trek takes you deeper into the Khumbu region. Cross the famous Hillary Suspension Bridge and enter Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The trail ascends steeply through rhododendron and magnolia forests, offering your first stunning views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. Arrive at Namche Bazaar, the bustling Sherpa capital nestled in a horseshoe-shaped valley. Highlights: Hillary Suspension Bridge, Sagarmatha National Park entry, first Everest views, Namche Bazaar market town, Sherpa culture

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)

    1 stop
  • 4
    Everest View Point

    Proper acclimatization is crucial for a successful trek. Spend the day hiking to higher elevations before returning to sleep at the same altitude. Visit the Everest View Hotel for panoramic mountain vistas, explore the Sherpa Museum to learn about mountaineering history and local culture, or trek to Khumjung village to see the legendary Yeti scalp at the monastery. The afternoon is perfect for shopping in Namche's vibrant market. Highlights: Acclimatization hike, Everest View Hotel, Sherpa Museum, Khumjung Monastery, panoramic Himalayan views, local market exploration

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 5

    Trek to Tengboche (3,860 m) | 10 km, 5-6 hours

    1 stop
  • 5
    Tengboche

    Follow the scenic trail contouring around the mountainside with spectacular views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. Descend to the Dudh Koshi River and climb through rhododendron forests to reach Tengboche. Visit the famous Tengboche Monastery, the largest gompa in the Khumbu region, where monks perform evening prayers. The monastery offers breathtaking 360-degree mountain panoramas. Highlights: Tengboche Monastery, evening prayer ceremony, spectacular views of Ama Dablam, Everest and Lhotse, spiritual Buddhist atmosphere

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    Trek to Dingboche (4,410 m) | 11 km, 6-7 hours

    1 stop
  • 6
    Dingboche

    Descend through alpine forests to the Imja River and climb gradually to Pangboche, passing the oldest monastery in the Khumbu region. The landscape becomes more barren and rugged as you enter the upper Imja Valley. Trek through summer yak pastures and traditional stone-walled fields to reach Dingboche, a beautiful village with stunning views of Lhotse, Island Peak, and Ama Dablam. Highlights: Pangboche Monastery, alpine scenery, stone-walled yak pastures, views of Lhotse and Island Peak, high-altitude farming villages

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 7

    Acclimatization Day in Dingboche (4,410 m) - Hike to Nagarjun Peak (5,083 m) | 4-5 hours

    1 stop
  • 7

    Another important acclimatization day with an optional hike to Nangkartshang Peak. This challenging but rewarding climb offers some of the best panoramic views of the entire trek, including Makalu, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and Ama Dablam. The 360-degree mountain vista from the summit is truly spectacular. Return to Dingboche for the night. Highlights: Summit of Nangkartshang Peak (5,083 m), panoramic views of four 8,000-meter peaks, acclimatization preparation, photography opportunities

    5 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 8

    Trek to Lobuche (4,940 m) | 8 km, 4-5 hours

    1 stop
  • 8

    Trek through the terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier with increasingly dramatic mountain scenery. Pass memorials dedicated to climbers who lost their lives on Everest, a sobering reminder of the mountain's challenges. The trail becomes rockier and more barren as vegetation disappears. Arrive at Lobuche, a small settlement with lodges positioned beneath the massive Lobuche Peak and Nuptse. Highlights: Khumbu Glacier moraine, climbers' memorials, high-altitude landscape, views of Nuptse and Lobuche Peak, approaching Everest region

    8 minutes • Admission ticket free
    • Day 9

    Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) via Gorakshep (5,160 m) | 15 km, 7-8 hours

    1 stop
  • 9
    Everest Base Camp

    This is the highlight day! Trek to Gorakshep, the last settlement before Base Camp, then continue across the Khumbu Glacier to reach Everest Base Camp. Stand at the foot of the world's highest mountain, surrounded by towering icefalls and experienced climbers preparing for summit attempts. Take in the incredible achievement before returning to Gorakshep for the night. Highlights: Everest Base Camp (5,364 m), Khumbu Icefall views, mountaineering expedition camps, Khumbu Glacier, ultimate trekking achievement

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
    • Day 10

    Hike to Kala Patthar (5,545 m) & Trek to Pheriche (4,250 m) | 13 km, 9-10 hours

    1 stop
  • 10
    Kala Patthar

    Wake before dawn for the challenging climb to Kala Patthar, the trek's highest point and best viewpoint for Everest. Watch the sunrise illuminate the mighty peak, along with Nuptse, Changtse, and Lhotse in golden light. After soaking in the spectacular 360-degree panorama, descend back through Lobuche and continue down to Pheriche for a well-deserved rest at lower altitude. Highlights: Kala Patthar summit (5,545 m), sunrise on Mount Everest, unobstructed Everest views, highest point of trek, descent to lower altitude

    15 minutes • Admission ticket included
    • Day 11

    Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) | 20 km, 7-8 hours

    1 stop
  • 11
    Namche Bazaar

    Begin your descent through familiar terrain, now moving more easily at lower elevations. Retrace your steps through Pangboche and Tengboche, enjoying the landscapes from a different perspective. The trail drops down to the Dudh Koshi River before making the final climb back to Namche Bazaar. Celebrate your successful trek with a hearty meal and perhaps a hot shower. Highlights: Descending through the Khumbu Valley, revisiting Tengboche Monastery, easier breathing at lower altitude, celebration in Namche

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 12

    Trek to Lukla (2,860 m) | 19 km, 6-7 hours

    1 stop
  • 12
    Lukla

    Your final day of trekking takes you back down the valley to Lukla. Pass through the villages of Phakding and Chheplung, crossing numerous suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River. Reflect on your incredible journey as you walk the familiar trail. Arrive in Lukla for a final night in the mountains and celebrate with your trekking team. Highlights: Final day of trekking, farewell celebration with guides and porters, reflection on the journey, Lukla village

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 13

    Fly to Kathmandu (1,400 m) | 35 min flight

    1 stop
  • 13
    Kathmandu

    Take an early morning mountain flight back to Kathmandu, enjoying final aerial views of the Himalayas. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel where you can enjoy a hot shower, comfortable bed, and explore the city's cultural treasures. Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Boudhanath Stupa or Pashupatinath Temple, or indulge in some souvenir shopping in Thamel. Highlights: Scenic return flight, return to Kathmandu, free time for sightseeing, shopping, relaxation, celebration dinner (optional)

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 14

    Departure

    1 stop
  • 14
    Tribhuvan International Airport

    Your Everest Base Camp adventure concludes today. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing in Kathmandu. Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward journey, carrying memories of a lifetime from the roof of the world.

    3 hours • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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