Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m)

Kathmandu - Welcome to Nepal! Upon arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu. Use this day to relax after your journey and get ready for the adventure ahead. If time allows, explore the lively streets of Thamel, a tourist hub filled with trekking shops, restaurants, and cultural sites. Your trek leader will provide a briefing 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

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

Lukla - Enjoy 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 start your trek through picturesque Sherpa villages. The trail gently descends 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

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

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

Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lobuche - 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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)

Departure

TIA - 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.

• Sagarmatha National Park entry permit & Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality permit
• Experienced licensed trekking guide (English-speaking)
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• 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)
• Meals(breakfast, lunch, dinner) & twin sharing teahouse accommodation, during the trek

• 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)

As a local operator based in Nepal, not a reseller, the guides are native Nepalis with extensive experience and a deep understanding of the mountains. This private trek is tailored to your pace, with no fixed group. Two acclimatization days are included, prioritizing safety over speed. The teahouses and porters are long-time partners, ensuring a familiar and reliable service. Participants are accompanied by someone from Nepal who is knowledgeable about the terrain, culture, and safety, rather than a remote company organizing a tour.

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