Arrival in Kathmandu

Green Valley Nepal Treks & Research Hub P Ltd - Upon arrival in Kathmandu, an Airport Representative will greet you at Tribhuwan International Airport. A private tourist vehicle will transport you to your hotel. You may choose to rest or visit our office to learn more about the trek arrangements. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, then trek to Phakding (2652m): 3-4 Hours

Lukla - After breakfast, you’ll be driven from the hotel to the domestic airport terminal for an early morning flight to Lukla. This flight offers breathtaking views of the sunrise over the snowcapped mountains. Upon landing at Tenzing-Hillary Airport after a 40-minute flight, you will arrive at the gateway to the Himalayas. The trek begins at the airport, and after meeting the crew, a short walk leads to Phakding. As it is the first day of the trek, rest is taken in Phakding. Overnight stay in a lodge/tea house.

Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m): 5-4 Hours

Namche Bazaar - The trek starts early, passing through beautiful pine forests, the Dudh Koshi River, and views of Mount Thamserku. After passing several settlements, a check post marks the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park. The trail continues through the confluence of the Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi Rivers, leading to a steep ascent to Namche Bazaar. Here, the first views of the magnificent Mount Everest and the ridges of Mount Lhotse and Mount Nuptse can be seen. Overnight stay in a lodge/tea house.

Namche: Acclimatization and Rest Day

Khumjung - Namche Bazaar, the largest settlement in the Khumbu region, offers facilities such as ATMs, Internet cafes, restaurants, and bakeries. Although it is a rest day for acclimatization, a short hike to a nearby viewpoint (Thame or Khunde) is planned, along with a tour of the area, including the Tourist Visitor Center. Here, information about Everest climbers, Sherpa culture, and the region’s flora and fauna is provided. Overnight stay in a lodge/tea house.

Trek from Namche to Phorse Village (3800m): 5-6 Hours

Tyangboche - After breakfast in Namche, the trek to Phorse begins. The route leads to Mugla Pass, offering stunning views of Mount Ama Dablam, Mount Khumbu, and Mount Thamserku. After descending to the Dudh Koshi and crossing the bridge, the trail ascends through rhododendron, pine, and oak forests to reach Phorse. Overnight stay at a lodge in the village.

Trek from Phorse Village to Dingboche (4360m): 6-7 Hours

Dingboche - The trek from Phorse to Dingboche begins with a visit to the largest Buddhist Monastery in the region. The journey continues through alpine forests to the large village of upper Pangboche, and further through the villages of Shomare, Orsho, and Tsuro Wog. Along the way, breathtaking views of the soaring mountains of Taboche, Mount Thamserku, Mount Ama Dablam, Mount Nuptse, Mount Cholatse, and Mount Lhotse can be enjoyed. The trail passes through the Khumbila Khola valley to a ridge top, eventually reaching Dingboche.

Trek from Dingboche to Duglha (4600m): 3-4 Hours

Khumbu - The climb begins from Duglha through the Khumbu Khola valley. Along the way, Dusa, the Yak herders’ place, and Phulong Karp, the camp of the first successful Everest Expedition in 1953 AD, can be seen. Enjoy the view of Chola Lake and Mount Pumori.

Trek from Duglha to Lobuche (4940m): 2-4 Hours

Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5150m) to Everest Base Camp (5364m), back to Gorakshep: 7-8 Hours

Everest Base Camp Trail - This is a significant day on the Everest Base Camp trek route. At Thangma Riju, a 360-degree panoramic view of snowcapped mountains can be experienced. Although Mount Everest is not visible from here, Mount Nuptse and Mount Pumori are clearly seen. Below Mount Pumori, the grey grassy land of Kalapathar can be observed after climbing the steep terrain of the Changri glacier. Overnight stay in a lodge/tea house.

Everest Base Camp Trekking Route - Reach the world’s highest mountain

Trek from Gorakshep to Kalapatthar (5545m) to Pheriche (4280m): 7-8 Hours

Gorakshep - The trek begins early in the morning, allowing trekkers to witness the first glimpse of Mount Everest as dawn turns to daylight. Peaks such as Lingtren, Khumbutse, and Changtse are visible along the way. During the ascent to Kalapatthar, which takes several hours, it is advisable to pause and catch your breath while taking photos. A panoramic view of the Himalayas can be seen at Gorakshep. The descent to Pheriche begins after lunch.

Kala Patthar - Sunrise View

Trek from Pheriche to Namche (3440m): 6-7 Hours

Namche Bazaar - The descent continues along the same route back to the terminal moraine at Duglha, passing through the picturesque villages of Pheriche, Orsho, and Shomare. Upon reaching Pangboche village, the oldest monastery in the region can be explored, which is said to house the scalp and bones of the legendary Yeti. The trail continues over the bridge above the Dudh Koshi River and through the Dudh Koshi gorge, descending through pine forests to reach the Sansa trail junction. After lunch, the trail to Namche Bazaar continues, offering views of Mount Ama Dablam, Mount Lhotse, and glimpses of Everest and Tengboche.

Trek from Namche to Phakding and then to Lukla (2800m): 5-6 Hours

Lukla - The final day of the trek involves a steep descent. Trekkers should walk slowly and carefully on the rocky terrain until reaching the suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi, passing through open plains and rhododendron forests while enjoying distant views of snow-covered mountains. Finally, Lukla is reached.

Flight back to Kathmandu

Thamel - Enjoy the mountain flight from Lukla to Kathmandu once more. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, take the opportunity to shop and explore the city. The evening is reserved for celebrating the successful completion of the Everest Base Camp trip.

Final Departure or onward for next program

Kathmandu - On the final day in Nepal, enjoy shopping and sightseeing around the cultural city of Kathmandu Valley before departing for Tribhuwan International Airport for your scheduled flight.

• Private transportation
• Accommodation in Kathmandu for 2 nights
• 11 nights of accommodation during the trek
• All meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• All fees and taxes covered

Everest Base Camp Trekking will give us massive pleasure to introduce you to an amazing Mt. Everest view of the world’s highest peak. Perhaps in viewing Everest in this way, you will be satisfying a long detained wish. Without hesitation you will never be quite the same again. Forever since the days of early climbing Everest expeditions, this 8,848m mountain has had a lure of its own, drawing climbers to scale it and trekkers to look on its icy faces.

We begin our trek from Lukla after a 30 minute flight from Kathmandu. When we land at that miniature airstrip of Lukla, the adventure really begins. During trekking, we spend several days moving through the homelands of the Sherpa people, and will see Buddhist monasteries in Tengboche, Panboche and close up views of Mt. Everest and adjoining Ama Dablam, measured by many to be among the most attractive mountains in Nepal.

• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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