14 Days Everest Base Camp Trek - Nepal’s Ultimate Himalayan Adventure

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m)

• Pick-up from Tribhuvan International Airport by our representative

• Transfer to Hotel Roadhouse, Thamel

• Evening: short warm-up walk to Kathmandu Durbar Square through local market streets
  Activity duration: 30–45 min drive from airport + optional walk
  Overnight: Hotel Roadhouse, Kathmandu
  Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Kathmandu City Tour & Cultural Dinner

Guided sightseeing of UNESCO heritage sites:

• Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) – panoramic city views

• Pashupatinath Temple – sacred Hindu temple complex

• Boudhanath Stupa – among the largest Buddhist stupas in Asia
  Evening: Welcome dinner with live cultural music & team introduction
  Activity duration: Full-day city tour
  Overnight: Hotel Roadhouse, Kathmandu
  Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 3: Fly to Lukla (2,840 m) – Trek to Phakding (2,610 m)

• Early morning flight (25–30 min) to Lukla

• Meet trekking crew and porters

• Begin trek to Phakding following the Dudh Koshi River

• Pass Chheplung and Ghat villages
  Trek: 3–4 hrs | Distance: 8 km | Altitude change: -230 m
  Overnight: Teahouse in Phakding
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)

• Cross several suspension bridges including the famous Hillary Bridge

• Enter Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo

• Long uphill climb through pine forest to Namche Bazaar (Sherpa capital)
  Trek: 6–7 hrs | Distance: 11 km | Altitude gain: +830 m
  Overnight: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Acclimatization Day in Namche (Everest View Hotel Hike, 3,880 m)

• Short acclimatization hike to Everest View Hotel viewpoint

• Views: Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam

• Visit Khumjung village and Hillary School

• Return to Namche for rest
  Trek: 4 hrs | Distance: 5 km | Altitude gain: +440 m
  Overnight: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Namche to Debuche (3,820 m)

• Trek through forests to Phunki Tenga

• Cross river and climb to Tengboche Monastery (3,867 m)

• Descend to Debuche (quiet and sheltered overnight spot)
  Trek: 5–6 hrs | Distance: 10 km | Altitude gain: +380 m
  Overnight: Teahouse in Debuche
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Debuche to Dingboche (4,410 m)

• Cross Imja Khola River

• Pass Pangboche village

• Continue along the valley to Dingboche, known for wide mountain views
  Trek: 5–6 hrs | Distance: 11 km | Altitude gain: +590 m
  Overnight: Teahouse in Dingboche
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Acclimatization in Dingboche (Nangkartshang Hill, 5,083 m)

• Morning acclimatization hike to Nangkartshang Hill

• Panorama: Ama Dablam, Makalu, Island Peak

• Return for rest and hydration
  Hike: 4–5 hrs | Distance: 5 km | Altitude gain: +670 m
  Overnight: Teahouse in Dingboche
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9: Dingboche to Lobuche (4,910 m)

• Gradual climb via Dughla

• Visit memorials of climbers at Thukla Pass

• Continue beside the Khumbu Glacier to Lobuche
  Trek: 5–6 hrs | Distance: 8 km | Altitude gain: +500 m
  Overnight: Teahouse in Lobuche
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 10: Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,140 m) – Hike to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m)

• Trek along glacial moraine to Gorakshep

• Hike to Everest Base Camp

• Views of Khumbu Icefall and surrounding peaks

• Return to Gorakshep for overnight
  Trek: 7–8 hrs | Distance: 13 km | Altitude gain: +450 m
  Overnight: Teahouse in Gorakshep
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 11: Kala Patthar (5,555 m) Sunrise – Descend to Pangboche (3,985 m)

• Early morning climb to Kala Patthar for sunrise over Everest

• Best panoramic photo viewpoint of the trek

• Descend through Lobuche and Pheriche to Pangboche
  Trek: 7–8 hrs | Distance: 14 km | Altitude change: +415 m / -1,570 m
  Overnight: Teahouse in Pangboche
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 12: Pangboche to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)

• Retrace route via Tengboche and Phunki Tenga

• Return to the lively Sherpa capital Namche Bazaar
  Trek: 6 hrs | Distance: 12 km | Altitude loss: -545 m
  Overnight: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 13: Namche to Lukla (2,840 m)

• Long descent crossing bridges and Sherpa villages

• Celebrate trek completion with guide & porters in Lukla
  Trek: 6–7 hrs | Distance: 18 km | Altitude loss: -600 m
  Overnight: Teahouse in Lukla
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 14: Fly Lukla → Kathmandu

• Morning flight to Kathmandu (weather dependent)

• Free afternoon for shopping or relaxation
  Overnight: Hotel Roadhouse, Kathmandu
  Meals: Breakfast

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Important Notes

• Flights to/from Lukla are highly weather dependent. Buffer days are recommended if guests have strict schedules.

• This trek is moderate to strenuous with long walking days at altitude.

• Hydration, slow pace, and acclimatization are essential for a safe experience.

• It is normal to have limited hot showers, Wi-Fi, and electricity in high-altitude teahouses (extra charges may apply).Recommended Packing List

Clothing

• Waterproof trekking jacket and pants

• Down jacket (warm)

• Thermal base layers

• Fleece / mid-layer

• Trekking shirts and hiking pants

• Warm gloves, warm hat, neck buff

Footwear

• Trekking boots (broken in)

• Camp shoes / sandals

• Trekking socks (multiple pairs)

Equipment

• Daypack (20–30L)

• Sleeping bag (recommended for cold nights)

• Trekking poles

• Headlamp + spare batteries

• Sunglasses (UV protection)

• Sunscreen + lip balm

• Water bottle or hydration system

• Water purification tablets/filter

Health

• Personal medications

• Diamox (optional; consult doctor)

• Electrolytes/snacks