Everest Base Camp Trek - 14 Days

If you ever want to be surrounded by some of the highest mountains in the world, then Everest base camp trek in Nepal is the perfect trip for you. It is a moderate/difficult trekking venture that suits both beginner and experienced trekkers. The trek lets you experience a simple mountain lifestyle along with the traditions and beliefs of communities like Sherpa, Rai, Limbu, Lama, etc.

On this 14-day trek, you will traverse to the base of the highest mountain in the world, Everest Base Camp & hike to the famous viewpoint, Kala Patthar. The trail follows lush forests of rhododendron and magnolia during the first few days and gradually ascends above the treeline, where you navigate via glacier fields and moraines.

Everest Base Camp trek route and acclimatization days

The Everest base camp trek begins from Lukla, located at 2,846 meters (9,337 ft). On the second day of your trip, you'll fly from Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,600 ft) to Lukla, gaining almost 1,446 meters (4,737 ft). As this drastic change in elevation may trigger altitude sickness, we will descend to Phakding village (2,610 m/8,563 ft) the same night, which will help us acclimatize.

To make sure you get ample time to adjust to the elevation while trekking, we have added two more rest days to our Everest trekking itinerary. The best thing about these rest days is you get to spend more time with locals in one place. Hotel Everest View (3,962 m/13,000 ft) and Nagarjuna Hill (5,100 m/16,732 ft) are our two acclimatization hiking points that offer breathtaking mountain panoramas.  

Views during the trek & the locals (Sherpas)

Talking about the views, the Everest base camp trek route offers stunning mountain views. From the start to the end of the trek, you will be captivated by the surreal presence of the mighty Himalayan mountains. Some notable mountains seen along the trail are Lhotse (8,516 m/27,940 ft), Cho Oyu (8,188 m/26,864 ft), Makalu (8,481 m/27,825 ft), Kanchenjunga (8,586 m/28,169 ft), Everest (8,849 m/29,032 ft), Ama Dablam (6,812 m/22,349 ft), Thamserku (6,608 m/21,680 ft), etc.

You will also witness many gorgeous sunrises and sunsets during the trek. The trail is very adventurous. You trekking inside Sagarmatha National Park, home to many flora and fauna. The beautiful river valley, thrilling suspension bridges, uneven hillsides, and picturesque villages all add to the adventure. The locals are very welcoming and friendly too. Likewise, you will visit ancient monasteries like Tengbohe (3,860 m/12,660 ft) and Pangboche (3,985 m/13,074 ft) on the way.

The EBC trek is a lifetime venture in the Himalayas of Nepal. The fresh Himalayan air, nourishing meals, kind natives, rich cultural heritage, and nature at its best will leave you enchanted. By the end of the trek, you will feel light and rejuvenated. We offer the best Everest base camp trek cost and itinerary. There is no hidden charge or policy in our packages.

If you wish to escape the return trek, you can add a helicopter flight from Gorak Shep. As we have regular helicopter flights in the peak season, we can easily arrange for a group to share the flight, reducing the overall per-head cost significantly.

What if Lukla's flight gets canceled?

There are chances of Lukla's flight getting canceled, especially in the offseason. That's why we recommend having at least one buffer day in your itinerary. In case your flight is canceled, you can opt for a helicopter flight to Lukla from Kathmandu (extra cost included).

Important Notes for EBC Trek

• Refund- If you complete the trek ahead of schedule or leave the trek in the middle because of personal reasons or health issues, we cannot offer a refund for unused days. However, we do have a great refund policy for trek cancellations. Do note that we are obliged to pay our guides and porters even if you choose to leave the trek in the middle or complete it earlier. Similarly, we also have to bear the reservation charges, so we cannot offer a refund in some cases. 
• Trip Extension: Yes, you can add extra days to your trip if you are doing a private trek with us. In the group trek, you have to let us know in advance. 
• Alternative Treks: If you wish to do additional activities after your Everest base camp trekking for 14 days or looking for other similar packages, you can check out our site. These are some options for you- Nepal city tour, helicopter tour, Manaslu Circuit Trek, Annapurna base camp trek, Mardi Himal trek, Upper Mustang trek, etc. We also have a wide selection of Everest base camp trek packages. 
• Group Trek: If you have joined one of our fixed departures or groups for the EBC trek, you can expect other trekkers in the group. Our groups are small & have a maximum of 8 trekkers at a time. In bigger groups, we also provide an assistant guide. 
• If Lukla's flight gets canceled: There are chances of Lukla's flight getting canceled, especially in the offseason. That's why we recommend having at least one buffer day in your itinerary. In case your flight is canceled, you can opt for a helicopter flight to Lukla from Kathmandu (extra cost included).