Everest Base Camp Trek, 12 Days

Trip Duration

1- 8 Days

MAX. ALTITUDE

4130 m/13550 ft.

TRIP GRADE

Moderate

LODGING

Tea House

BEST SEASON

Spring & Autumn

MEALS

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

COMMUNICATION

Wi-Fi/ Local SIM Card

PER DAY WALK

5 to 6 Hours

Everest Base Camp Trek, 12 Days

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas with our Everest Base Camp (EBC) Trek, a 12-day journey that takes you to the foot of the world’s highest peak. This adventure is perfect for trekkers seeking a mix of culture, challenge, and stunning mountain landscapes.

Key Highlights:

  • Duration: 12 Days

  • Max Elevation: 5,364m (17,598 ft)

  • Difficulty Level: Moderate to Challenging

  • Best Seasons: Spring (March-May) & Autumn (Sept-Nov)

  • Starting Point: Kathmandu – Lukla

  • Trek Type: Teahouse/Lodge Trek

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2. About the Trek

Overview:

The Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the world’s most famous trekking adventures. This 12-day itinerary is carefully designed to allow proper acclimatization while offering spectacular views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam.

What to Expect:

  • A thrilling flight to Lukla

  • Trekking through the Sagarmatha National Park

  • Sherpa villages, Buddhist monasteries, and breathtaking landscapes

  • Reaching Everest Base Camp & Kala Patthar for panoramic sunrise views


3. Itinerary (Day-by-Day Details)

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

  • Meet & greet at the airport

  • Transfer to hotel, trek briefing & gear check

Day 2: Fly to Lukla (2,840m), Trek to Phakding (2,610m) – 3-4 hours

  • Scenic 30-minute flight

  • Begin trek through the Dudh Koshi valley

Day 3: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) – 5-6 hours

  • Enter Sagarmatha National Park

  • First views of Everest from Namche

Day 4: Acclimatization Day in Namche

  • Hike to Everest View Hotel (3,880m)

  • Explore Sherpa Museum & market

Day 5: Trek to Tengboche (3,860m) – 5-6 hours

  • Visit the famous Tengboche Monastery

Day 6: Trek to Dingboche (4,410m) – 5-6 hours

  • Enjoy stunning views of Ama Dablam

Day 7: Acclimatization Day in Dingboche

  • Optional hike to Nagarjun Hill (5,100m)

Day 8: Trek to Lobuche (4,910m) – 5-6 hours

  • Pass through Thukla Pass & see memorials of climbers

Day 9: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364m), Back to Gorak Shep (5,140m) – 7-8 hours

  • Reach Everest Base Camp & soak in the views

Day 10: Hike to Kala Patthar (5,545m), Trek to Pheriche (4,240m) – 7-8 hours

  • Best sunrise views of Everest from Kala Patthar

Day 11: Trek to Namche Bazaar – 6-7 hours

  • Descend through rhododendron forests

Day 12: Trek to Lukla & Fly Back to Kathmandu

  • Celebration dinner in Kathmandu

1697€ / person