Everest Base Camp Trek - 14 Days Everest Base Camp Trek Overview Everest Base Camp(EBC) trek is a journey of a lifetime experience. Everest Base Camp trek 14 days is not a luxury trek, it is an adventure of a lifetime to experience nature, culture, and spirituality. This trek is the most popular and favorite trek of adventurers from all around the world, which is done by many people worldwide every year. Everest Base Camp Trek is considered one of the best treks in the world, not only in Nepal. Everest Base Camp is located at an altitude of 5,364 meters above sea level . Fly to the world’s 38th highest airport in Lukla, the Gateway to Everest . Many tourists, as well as Nepali people, consider flying to Lukla an adventure of its own. It has its own charm, adding more adventure to this thrilling trek of the lifetime Everest Base Camp. Everest, known as Sagarmatha in the Nepali language on this Trek, you will visit iconic Sherpa villages such as Chaurikharka, Pasang-Lhamu rural Municipality, Monjo, Namche Bazaar, Kumjung village, Khunde village, Thame village, Phortse village, and many more if you like to explore more. Trek to Everest Base Camp is like lying at the lap of the world’s highest mountain and seeing a breathtaking sunrise and sunset view from Kala Patthar (5,545 meters) and Khumbu glacier. Discover the Everest Base Camp with Beyond The Limits Treks and Expedition (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/contact-us) , your company for the Everest Base Camp trek. Arrival in Kathmandu Upon your arrival at the international airport in Kathmandu, a representative of Beyond The Limits Treks and Expedition will be waiting with a Company flash board on which your name is written. As we respect Nepal, the guest is God. Our representative will welcome you and transfer you to your booked hotel in Kathmandu. When you check in our Booked Hotel, Our Trek Leader will give you a short briefing about the Everest Base Camp trek itinerary and route (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/blog/everest-base-camp-trek- itinerary) . The rest of the day is free. Just take a rest. If you like to explore, we suggest taking a stroll around Thamel. Also known as a trekker’s paradise, Thamel is just filled with restaurants, trekking gear stores, boutique and souvenir shops, as well as countless hotels and guesthouses. Spend the night at your hotel, and tomorrow we head out for detailed Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal trek preparation in the morning and sightseeing. After breakfast, we’ll meet up at the hotel and go over all essential gear during the trek to Everest Base Camp . Once we’re all set and done, you will have a option to go sightseeing of Kathmandu valley which includes various UNESCO-listed heritage sites. If you are interested for the Kathmandu Valley day tour, please let us know. As for the day tour, you’ll go on a sightseeing tour in Kathmandu to the Monkey Temple, the Holy Hindu temple of Pashupatinath. This famous Mandir is dedicated to the head deity Shiva and, according to legend, is the location of one of the tridents of Shiva. Also, a popular burial ground, the ancient architecture and its scenic location on both banks of the Bagmati River make this an ideal sightseeing spot. Continue on, we head for the giant white Buddhist Stupa of Boudhanath. This enormous round Stupa is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists and is visited daily by people from around the world. Last up is a stroll around the old palace squares of Kathmandu, locally named Kathmandu’s Durbar Square. While the palaces and temples are ancient and not used, the entire area is like a maze of cobblestone alleys filled with handicraft shops and markets. A great place to end this sightseeing tour in Kathmandu during your Everest Base Camp trek holiday package The Trek to EBC (Everest Base Camp) We have an early morning flight to Lukla . As the world’s 38th-highest airport, the flight is quite adventurous. Seeing the high hills transform into the Himalayas is just incredible. The landing can get thrilling, but it adds to the adventure! Landing in Lukla, we start at an altitude of 2,860m/9,380ft above sea level . After meeting up with our Beyond the Limits porter team and holding a final gear check, we set out on the Everest Base Camp trek ! Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal Our first destination is the village of Phakding at an altitude of 2,610m/8,563ft . Mostly descending, we trek through lush forests along the Dudh Koshi River until reaching the suspension bridge leading to the village. This day is perfect to get accustomed to the Himalayan trails . After our first overnight, we have a long day ahead as it’s a straight climb upwards to Namche Bazaar . We need to elevate by about +900m/2,953ft in a single day. The trail consists mostly of jungle trails following the Dudh Khosi Khola. At Monjo , we have our first permit check post as well as a short break. This marks the entry into the Sagarmatha National Park . The feeling just gets surreal, and we head further ascending to Namche Bazaar , also known as the biggest Sherpa village in the Everest region ! Namche Bazaar is just amazing. Filled with everything trekkers might dream of it also serves as a last supply post before heading on. We’ll need to stay here a day to properly acclimatize to avoid any chances of getting acute mountain sickness. Beyond the Limits Treks takes you on an acclimatization hike to the Everest View Hotel , from where the first views of Everest can be seen! The hike goes up to Syangboche and then down into the Khumjung Valley . We’ll return in the afternoon to Namche Bazaar, where we can see Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal the Everest Photo Gallery and the Sherpa Museum . The next day, we continue on our trek to Everest Base Camp and head for the region’s oldest and largest Buddhist Monastery in Tengboche (3,867m/12,687ft), also known as Tengboche Monastery . The views get better and better with each step, and from Tengboche, you’ll get to see those white Himalayas contrasting against the blue sky. Standing at Tengboche Monastery gives a spiritual feeling, and a reason for the Everest Base Camp trek (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/blog/reasons-you-will-love-everest-base-camp-trek) , where we will be sure to explore here and see the monks performing their duties before turning in for the night. Our next destination is Dingboche at 4,410m/14,470ft. Serving as our second acclimatization destination, we’ll need to head down from Tengboche and cross the Imja Khola River to access the Imja Valley. Dingboche is also the main point for Island Peak (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/island-peak-climbing) Climbers. Views of Mount Everest, Mt Ama Dablam , and Island Peak are the day's main highlights. Having spent our first night in Dingboche, we’ll hold our second acclimatization hike up to the Nagarsang Peak with a height of 5,170m/16,962ft. It’s quite the hike, but the rewards are just amazing. Incredible views of Mt Lobuche (6,119m/20,076ft), Mt Thamserku (6,623m/21,729ft), Mt Kangtega (6,782m/22,251ft), Mt Ama Dablam (6,812m/22,349ft), Taboche Peak (6,542m/21,463ft), as well as others can be seen from atop Nagarsang Peak! We head back down to Dingboche overnight. Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal Another day of trekking takes us to Lobuche (4,940m/16,210ft) . Serving as a crossroads for trekkers heading to the Gokyo Lakes (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/gokyo-ri- trekking) , it makes for the perfect place to overnight, as the next day we’ll be reaching Everest Base Camp ! It’s a short trek to Gorak Shep (5,164m/16,942ft) . Following a part of the Khumbu moraine, we ascend gradually until reaching the village. After checking into the local tea house and dropping off heavier gear, we head out for EBC ! The trail is quite wide and follows the Khumbu Glacier . The world’s highest and longest glacier. It’ll take about 2 hours to reach Everest Base Camp , and the feeling is just incredible. A wave of accomplishment hits once you see the colored tents of the base camp come into view. We spend some time exploring and making memorable memories before returning to Gorak Shep . It’s important to get a quick sleep as the next day we hike up to Kala Patthar hill in the early morning. With our head torches and flashlights, we head out in the morning. It’ll still be dark, so we make our way slowly up to the blackish hill just in time to see the sunrise rising over Mount Everest and its neighbors. The view is incredible and breathtaking. Enjoy the moment! After reaching back at Gorakshep and having enjoyed breakfast, we’ll be heading Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal back down, making our way slowly back to Lukla. We stop at Pheriche, and back at Namche Bazaar for an overnight stay before reaching back at Lukla airport. It is customary to hold a celebration party in Lukla with the team, but completely optional. The next day, we fly back to Kathmandu to conclude the 14-day Everest Base Camp trek How many Kilometers do I need to walk for the Everest Base Camp Trek? Tenzing Hilary Airport, Lukla to Everest Base Camp trek- EBC trek and return to Lukla covering approximately 130 kilometers or 80 miles . There are a lot of sites to walk during the Acclimatization days. That makes a few Kilometers Longer or shorter, it depends on the package you booked. Accommodation and Food during EBC The Everest Trek is a guesthouse/lodge trek. The rooms will be basic with little furniture and clean washrooms. Please note that washrooms will be shared. If you prefer a private bathroom, the teahouses will charge an extra fee, which can be paid directly. You can Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal have a private bathroom in places like Namche Bazaar and Lukla, while more the altitude you gain more fewer chances to have a private accommodation as well as a bathroom because of less teahouses in the area. You will get food served as per the menu of the guest house/lodge house. You will find Nepali, Indian, and Tibetan cuisines. Besides that, you can also buy bars and snack items on the trail. 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You do not need to have prior trekking experience to go on the Everest Base Camp Trek, but you need to have good physical fitness. if you do have a prior trekking experience, it will help you a lot during the trek. Trek Comparison: Everest Base Camp Vs Annapurna Circuit Vs Manaslu Circuit Trek Route Max Altitude Trek Days Difficulty Crowds Everest Base Camp Trek 5,545m 11 Strenous High Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal Trek Route Max Altitude Trek Days Difficulty Crowds Annapurna Circuit Trek (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/trip/annapurna- circuit-trek) (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/trip/annapurna- circuit-trek) 5,416m 11 Moderate- Strenous Medium Manaslu Circuit Trek (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/trip/manaslu- circuit-trek) 5,106m 12 Strenous Low Everest Base Camp Trekking Tips for International Travelers Arrival & Jet Lag: Arrive 1–2 days early in Kathmandu to adjust to the altitude and rest before the trek as our itinerary suggests Gear Rental: If you’re flying in from abroad, don’t stress, trekking gear is available for rent in Thamel, Kathmandu. We will provide you gears as per our cost include section Food & Water: All meals during the trek are provided. We offer safe, hygienic food and suggest you bring a water purification method en route. Connectivity: Wi-Fi is available in some tea houses for a small fee. Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal Day to Day Itinerary Day 1: Arrive at Nepal Transfer to your hotel Day 2: Trek preparation and Free Day in Kathmandu Day 3: Flight to Lukla Trek to Phakding (2,610m/8,563ft) Day 4: Trek Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft) Day 5: Acclimatization Day and optional hike around Namche Bazaar & shyangboche Everest view Hotel Day 6: Trek Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,867m/12,687ft) Day 7: Trek Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m/14,470ft) Day 8: Acclimatization Day in Dingboche, optional hike to Nagarsang Peak (5,170m/16,962ft) Day 9: Trek Dingboche to Lobuche (4,940m/16,210ft) Day 10: Trek Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,164m/16,942ft) + Hike to Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,598ft) Day 11: Hike to KalaPatthar(5,545m/18,192ft) for Sunrise view Trek to Pheriche (4,371m/14340ft) Day 12: Trek Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft) Day 13: Trek Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,860m/9,350ft) Day 14: Flight back to Kathmandu Transfer to your hotel Route Map Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal Cost Includes Transport Pick up from Kathmandu International Airport Terminal 01 Your round-trip Domestic flight is Kathmandu- Lukla -Kathmandu. Drop off at the Airport on your departure day from Nepal Round-trip flight for the guide and the Assistance guide ( if you have an assistance guide) Ground Transportation as per itinerary( note that from the 1st of October to the last week of December and the 2nd week of march to last of May, Nepal Civil Aviation moves to Ramechhap Manthali Airport for Lukla flight due to heavy air traffic, in this care if you like to travel by private car, it is an extra charge by car cost RS.12000 By Jeep Rs17000, By HAice RS.26000) but sharing Transportation is including in Price Accommodation 3-night Hotel in Kathmandu, 3-star standard. If you would like to stay in a Luxury Hotel in Kathmandu, please let us know, an extra price will be applicable. 11 nights' Accommodation on a sharing basis on trekking trails during trekking (Private room accommodation can be organized at an extra cost, as requested with our expert) If you like to have Luxury accommodation in Kathmandu, consult with our Travel expert (https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=9779851093729&text&type=phone_number&app_abse Food Daily freshly cooked meals three times a day (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) in the mountains Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal 3 Breakfast in Kathmandu Seasonal Fresh fruits after dinner during the Tre Farewell Dinner Trekking Staff Government-registered English-speaking Professional Trekking Guide One Assistant guide for every 8 trekkers, including their food, accommodation, transportation, insurance, salary Trekking staff salary, insurance, meals, accommodation, equipment, transportation, etc. Permits and Taxes Everest National Park Permit Pasang Lhamu Municipality Trekking Card fees Agency service charge and government tax/VAT Complimentary Trekking maps for the Everest Base Camp Trek Oximeters Water Purifying Tablet Emergency rescue service arrangement ( Please do Insurance from your country that covers Medical and Evacuation) Beyond the Limits Treks 4 seasons Sleeping bag and Down Jackets on your request (you have to return after your Trek) Complimentary Duffel bags to keep your belongings to be carried by a porter if required Certificate of achievement Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal Flexible & Guaranteed Booking Policy Once you book your trip, your trip departure is 100% guaranteed Once you send the booking advance, that amount will be your lifetime deposit allowing you to postpone or reschedule your trek without any fuss. You can also transfer your deposit to your friend or family if you have been unable to travel to Nepal. Transparent booking process with no hidden fees. Flexible pricing for larger groups — contact us for a custom quote (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/contact-us) . For a complete breakdown of expenses, read our Everest Base Camp Trek Cost Guide (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/blog/everest-base-camp-trek-cost) Cost Excludes International airfare Nepal visa fees If you would like to stay in a Luxury Hotel In Kathmandu the Extra cost will be applicable If you like to Take porter they will carry 20 kilogram two clients can share one porter ($22 USD per day ( Including salary, insurance,meals, accommodation and equipment) All drinks( Hot/cold/Alcoholic on the mountain) wifi expenses Personal Nature expenses Travel Insurance( need to cover Medical and evacuation) Nepal Visa Fee( Can be received on your arrival day at Kathmandu Airport. It depends on what type of visa in Nepal (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/nepal- Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal visa-information) , you like to Take) If more than the 3-night hotel in Kathmandu if you like to Take a sightseeing package for Kathmandu Valley $50 one day with a car and driver (if you like to take Guide, and driver, it costs you $70) Meals in Kathmandu Hot shower during the trek All chargeable batteries, camera Extra cost Natural or Political Disturbance which beyond our Control. The Extra cost of any case early of return from the tour. Anything beyond the included section above or an unforeseen event out of the control or beyond the limits may incur additional charges. Where possible we will negotiate with the client for alternative arrangements. Tips for a guide and porters( It is expected) Useful Information The 2025 Autumn (September to November) season is expected to have excellent weather and visibility for the Everest Base Camp Trek. Book your trek here (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/trip- booking?trip_id=99&booktype=normal) Best Time for Everest Base Camp Trek The best time to do the Everest Base Camp trek is in the Autumn (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/blog/everest-base-camp-trek-in-autumn-best- season) ( October to November ) and Spring (March to May) seasons. These are the peak seasons to trek to Everest Base Camp, having fine weather conditions. The autumn season gives you the best weather and best conditions for trekking, whereas the Spring season gives you beautiful trekking trails filled with rhododendron flowers and clear views. However, as a local company in Nepal, we would like to give you an insight into the Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal last five years. In the last five years , the weather conditions in Nepal have changed and now we recommend tourists from November to December and May to June for the perfect trekking environment. It could be a bit chilly but the sky is clear for tourists to gaze upon magnificent Mount Everest During the monsoon season from June to September , trails can be slippery, poor visibility, and flights to and out of Lukla are often delayed or canceled. If you are looking to trek during winter then it's best to know many of the teahouses in the trail are closed because of the cold, however, those who like this challenge can experience and enjoy an uncrowded trek. If you're planning a winter trek , we’ve covered everything you need to know about trekking Everest in the winter months (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/blog/everest-base-camp-trek-during- winter) . Please note : Lukla Flights are departing and returning to Ramechhap Airport instead of Kathmandu from the 1st of April to the end of May and the 1st of October until the end of November due to busy Air Traffic in Kathmandu Airport . It's about a 4-hour drive to Ramechhap from Kathmandu, so we will get started for the airport around 2AM. The return drive at the end of the trek is between 3-4 Hours, depending on traffic. You can also return by helicopter from Everest Base Camp (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/trip/everest-base-camp-trek-and-return- back-by-helicopter) to Lukla for a more comfortable and less tiring trekking experience. Check how to reach Lukla by road and airways (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/blog/how-to-get-to-lukla) for more information. Airfare from Kathmandu to Lukla is USD 224 one way and Kathmandu Lukla Kathmandu two way is USD448 as of Octover 2025 Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal Airfare from Ramechhap-Manthali is USD177 one way total Airfare Ramechhap Lukla Ramechhap USD35 as of October 2025. Internet and Charging Wi-Fi is available in most villages but most of the lodges/teahouse will charge you extra cost especially during peak seasons. There are charging facilities in the teahouses/lodges for which most teahouses will charge, it is recommended to bring a power bank for more convenience. Note: The Everest Base Camp trek is fully customizable. Your satisfaction is our top priority. If our standard service falls short of your expectations, we are happy to give you the choice to upgrade your accommodations and services to your unique needs. Additionally, if you have created a personalized itinerary that perfectly matches your journey preferences, we greatly appreciate your proactive effort and will work to give you the greatest options possible to make the trip better. Let Us Know if you have a big group. You can be confident that Beyond the Limits Treks and Expedition will provide an outstanding experience as you set out on an exciting adventure through the magnificent Everest Region . Our knowledge, competence, and steadfast dedication ensure that your vacation will be full of long-lasting memories. Tipping Suggestions Tipping is expected in Nepal as a gesture of appreciation, especially in this line of work. A general guideline: Guide: US$10–$15/day Porter: US$5–$10/day Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal The above list is just an example for tipping; you can also tip European style, as 10% of the actual cost of the trek as most foreigners do. Peak Climbing Opportunities in the Everest region If you have ever dreamed of standing on top of a high Himalayan mountain, then the Everest Base Camp trek offers more than just the base of the world's highest peak; it also offers you a chance to climb a Himalayan summit in the same trip, with a few extra days. These mountain peaks, also known as trekking peaks, require no professional mountaineering background and can be summited by fit, well-acclimatized trekkers with our local experienced climbing team. By adding a peak climbing (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/peak-climbing-in-nepal) to your trip, you would not only stand at the base of the world's tallest mountain - Mt Everest, but also stand on a mountain summit surrounded by snow-peaked peaks and beautiful scenery. Call us on: +977 9851093729 (Saroj Neupane), Chaksibari Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal Popular Trekking Peaks you could climb near the Everest Base Camp Route Island Peak (Imja Tse) - 6,189m Island Peak (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/trip/island-peak-climbing) is one of the most popular trekking peaks in Nepal, offering panoramic views of Mt. Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam. Many climb this mountain as their training for high mountain expeditions. It is located near Chukkung and adds 3-4 days more to your Everest Base Camp Trek journey. Lobuche East - 6,119m Lobuche East (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/trip/lobuche-peak) is a little bit more technical a climb than Island Peak. This peak is a challenging yet rewarding climb offering spectacular views of Mt. Everest, Pumori, and the Khumbu glacier. Mera Peak -6,460m Mera Peak (https://www.beyondthelimitstreks.com/trip/mera-peak-climbing) is the highest trekking peak in Nepal, offering breathtaking views of 8000-meter mountains in the Everest region. This peak mostly requires a separate approach; however, if you are an experienced trekker, then it can be combined with the EBC Trek. 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