12-Day Everest Base Camp Trek with Lukla Flights & Local Guide

5.0
(65 reviews)
Kathmandu, Nepal

12 days (approximately)
Offered in: English

- Operated by an experienced local trekking company based in Kathmandu
- Round-trip Lukla flights included
- Shared Ramechhap transfers included when required
- Two dedicated acclimatization days
- Trek to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar
- Licensed guide for every seven travelers
- Two guides for groups of more than seven
- Maximum group size of 15 travelers
- Meals, permits, and 11 nights of teahouse accommodation included
- Complimentary international airport arrival pickup
- Solo travelers are welcome
- Optional porter service available in advance

What's Included

Sagarmatha National Park permit
Seasonal fruit during the trek
Complimentary international airport arrival pickup
Licensed English-speaking local trekking guide
Round-trip Kathmandu/Ramechhap–Lukla flights
Shared Kathmandu–Ramechhap transfers when required
Lunch during the trek
Sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map
Breakfast during the trek
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality fee
Government taxes and service charges
Guide’s expenses and insurance
Eleven nights’ twin-sharing teahouse accommodation
Basic group first-aid kit and emergency coordination assistance
Dinner during the trek
International flights to and from Nepal
Nepal entry visa fees
Kathmandu hotel accommodation
Travel and high-altitude evacuation insurance
Emergency evacuation, rescue and medical expenses
Porter service—available at additional cost
Personal trekking clothing and equipment
Down jacket rental, if required
Alcoholic beverages and additional hot or cold drinks
Bottled water and water-purification supplies
Wi-Fi, charging and hot showers
Snacks, laundry, toiletries and other personal expenses
Tips for guides, porters and drivers
Costs caused by delays, weather, illness or itinerary changes
Services not specifically listed as included

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Scenic Nepal Treks & Expedition Pvt. Ltd. ( Trekking Company in Nepal)

Please come to the Scenic Nepal Treks & Expedition office on Bhagwati Marg in Thamel, Kathmandu. Look for the “Scenic Nepal Treks & Expedition Pvt. Ltd.” sign at the entrance. Our team will meet you inside the office for your pre-trek briefing and guide introduction.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

12-day itinerary:
Day 1: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Day 2: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Day 3: Acclimatization hike in Namche Bazaar
Day 4: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Day 5: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche
Day 6: Acclimatization hike in Dingboche
Day 7: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Day 8: Trek to Gorak Shep, visit Everest Base Camp and return to Gorak Shep
Day 9: Early hike to Kala Patthar and descend to Pheriche
Day 10: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Day 11: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Day 12: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu or Ramechhap and transfer to Kathmandu

Walk through Sherpa villages, cross suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River and visit Tengboche Monastery. Weather permitting, enjoy views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse and the Khumbu Glacier. Reach Everest Base Camp at 5,364 metres and hike to Kala Patthar at approximately 5,545 metres.

The trek normally involves five to eight hours of walking per day on steep, rocky and uneven trails. Previous climbing experience is not required, but good physical fitness and preparation are essential.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Supplied by Scenic Nepal Treks Expedition Pvt. Ltd
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Hiking Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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