14 Days Everest Base Camp Trek-Friendly Customized

  • Duration 14
  • Destination Nepal
  • Trip Grade Challenging
  • Starts at
  • Ends at
  • Meals Full Board During Trek
  • Accommodation 3 Star & Tea House
  • Max. Altitude 5,555 m/18225 ft
  • Activity Sightseeing & Trekking
  • Group Type
  • Group Size 2-12 (Private Trip on Request)
  • Best Season
Highlights
  • Budget-friendly itinerary as you want you can customize.
  • All meals included (breakfast, lunch & dinner).
  • Your own choice of meals according to the context.
  • Thrilling mountain flight to & from Lukla.
  • Stunning views of Mount Everest & other 8000m-7000m peaks, Khumbu Icefall.
  • Hike up to Kala Patthar(5555m), Everest Base Camp(5365m) & traverse through Khumbu Glacier.
  • Walk past the scenic Sagarmatha National Park & experience Sherpa culture.

14 Days Everest Base Camp Trek-Friendly Customized Overview

The Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most popular and challenging treks in the world. It takes you to the base camp of Mount Everest, the highest peak in the world, standing at an impressive height of 8,848 meters (29,029 feet). The trek is located in the Sagarmatha National Park in Nepal and offers breathtaking views of the Himalayan mountain range. The trek usually begins in Lukla, a small town with an airport that serves as the starting point for most trekkers. From Lukla, the trail follows the Dudh Kosi River through picturesque Sherpa villages, dense forests, and suspension bridges. As you ascend higher, the landscape changes, and you enter the alpine zone with sparse vegetation.

The trek passes through several iconic landmarks and villages, including Namche Bazaar, the unofficial capital of the Khumbu region. Namche Bazaar is a bustling market town where trekkers can rest, acclimatize, and explore the local Sherpa culture. You can visit monasteries, museums, and enjoy panoramic views of Everest and other peaks from the surrounding viewpoints. Continuing the trek, you’ll pass through Tengboche, known for its famous Buddhist monastery. The monastery offers a serene atmosphere and provides an opportunity to witness the religious practices of the Sherpa community. As you reach higher altitudes, you may experience the effects of altitude sickness, so it’s important to acclimatize properly and listen to your guide’s advice.

The final stretch of the trek takes you to Everest Base Camp, located at an altitude of 5,364 meters (17,598 feet). This is the starting point for mountaineers attempting to summit Mount Everest. The base camp provides stunning views of the Khumbu Icefall and the surrounding peaks. However, it’s important to note that you cannot see the summit of Everest from the base camp itself. After spending some time at Everest Base Camp, trekkers make their way back along the same route, gradually descending to Lukla. The entire trek takes around 12-14 days, depending on the pace and acclimatization schedule. The best time to undertake the Everest Base Camp Trek is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons when the weather is generally stable.It’s worth mentioning that the Everest Base Camp Trek is a physically demanding trek and requires a good level of fitness. It’s essential to be prepared with proper trekking gear, including sturdy boots, warm clothing, and a reliable backpack. Hiring a guide or joining a guided tour is highly recommended to ensure safety, navigation, and cultural insights during the journey.

Overall, the Everest Base Camp Trek is a remarkable adventure that offers an unforgettable experience, stunning landscapes, and a glimpse into the Sherpa culture while being in the presence of the world’s highest mountain.

Accommodation

We will stay in a three-star hotel, located in Kathmandu and the tea house during hiking. All accommodations are shared by two people. A single room will be available based on the additional charge. The Everest Mountain Expedition Nepal will organize rooms with private bathrooms. However, tea houses in some places have only shared toilets. It’s easy to find individual rooms in Kathmandu and low trekking trails but can be difficult to find at higher altitudes.

Meals

On our trek, we can enjoy authentic Nepalese cuisine and the most common international cuisine (Tibet, continent, Italy, India, etc.). Breakfast and dinner will be served at the tea house or the house menu, where we will spend the night and lunch will be served on the way to the next destination. All meals will be served during the trek and at Kathmandu, only breakfast will be served. The hotel will also offer a welcome and farewell dinner for the guest.

Is it possible for me?

Everest Base Camp Trek is a difficult trek but it is highly demanding and suitable for passionate walkers who have the ability to walk at least 5-6 hours a day with a light rucksack.at least the trekker needs to be prepared physically and mentally as you might even need to walk 8 to 9 hours each day. Walking in higher altitudes is more physically demanding than walking in lower altitudes; however, if we have good health with average physical fitness, positive attitude, self-confidence and strong determination, we can accomplish the trek successfully. It will be better to have exercised and jogging regularly before embarking on the trek to enhance our strength and stability. Past hiking experience is preferred but no technical skill is required. It is important that we consult with our doctor before booking this trek. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood disease should inform EMEN before booking the trek.

Day to Day Itinerary
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Upon arrival in Kathmandu, representatives of the  EMEN will pick up at the airport and take us to the hotel. In the afternoon, we will have a pre-departure discussion to meet with our tour leaders and other team members. We can use this moment to ask any questions about our management and the leaders who are struggling. In the evening, We will offer a welcome dinner. At dinner, we will taste the best of Nepalese cuisine and introduce ourselves to the culinary culture of the country. Meals included: dinner

On a 40-minute flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (9186 feet), we enjoyed one of the most beautiful routes in the world and ended up enjoying the hillsides surrounded by high mountains. In Lukla, the destination of the portal where we started, we meet other members of the crew and begin to package and organize them. From Lukla, we started walking. In an hour of gradual decline, we will be in the village of Cheplung, from where we can see the mountains. Khumbila (18,900 feet), is a sacred mountain that has never been climbed. Starting from Cheplung, we gradually fell until we get to Phakding and stayed overnight. Meals included: breakfast lunch dinner

Walk through the beautiful pine forest and head north through the Benkar Valley. Then we cross the river Dudh Koshi and continue through Chumoa to the entrance to Mount Everest, Monjo. Then walk on the suspension bridge, pass the village of Jorsale and walk along the rivers Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi. The strong ascent bring  us to the main heart of the village Sherpa – Namche Bazaar. It is one hour from the Namche Bazaar and if the weather permits, we can see the places of interest of the Mount. Mount Everest and Mount Loch. We will spend the night in Namche Bazaar. Meals included: breakfast lunch dinner

There are many activities in Namche Bazaar, where we can spend the day adapting to the environment. Namche Bazaar is the main center of the Khumbu area, with government offices, ATMs, cybercafes, shops, restaurants and colorful markets. Our guides can take us to explore the true charm of Namche Bazaar. Hikers on foot from the Sagarmatha National Park can enjoy the sunrise views, as well as Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nubze, Amada Bram, Tamsko, Comte, etc. Landscape. If we are interested in a day of walking, we will go to the village of Khumjung (12,401 feet), a beautiful village with Sherpa settlements. While we explore Namche Bazar, we observe the traditional life of the Sherpas, the Khumjung Hillary School, and enjoy the flora and fauna found in those heights. We will spend the night in Namche Bazaar. Meals included: breakfast lunch dinner

This hard journey includes the famous Dudh-Koshi River and the equally famous ascent along the rhododendron forest to Tengboche. When descending to the Dudh Kish River, we enjoyed the views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde and other hills. Upon reaching Tengboche, we will visit the Tengboche Monastery, the largest monastery in the area, and enjoy the views of Mount Everest, Ama Dablam and other peaks. We will spend the night in Tengboche. Meals included: breakfast lunch dinner

We go down the mountain and walk through the forests full of leafy trees: birches, conifers and rhododendrons. This trip once again rewards us with a great stage. Mount Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam. The picturesque trails slip into Devuche, cross the Imja River and take us to Pangboche. The Pangboche trail above rewards us with the most original views of the Himalayas and the Pangboche monastery. Walk to the Imja Valley, Lobuche River and finally up to Dingboche. In Dingboche, we see a series of beautiful fields surrounded by stone walls to protect barley, buckwheat and potatoes from cold winds and animals that graze. We will spend the night in Dingbo. Meals included: breakfast lunch dinner

The town is beautiful, with a series of fields surrounded by stone walls that protect barley, buckwheat and potatoes from cold winds and grazing. We spend a day in Dingboche to adapt to the environment. We walk to Nagarjuna Mountain or Chukkhung valley to enjoy the beauty of Makalu, Lhotse, Chalotse.

We start our day and little by little we climb Duglha at the end of the terminal hailstorm on the Khumbu glacier. From here, we climb a steep trail to Chupki Lhara, where we find a series of stones with prayer flags to commemorate Scott Fischer (American climber) and 10 summits of Mount Everest. Babridge Sherpa (Nepalese mountain guide) climbs the Mount Everest mission. Next, we continue towards the Khumbu Glacier and we find ourselves in front of several peaks: Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori and Mahalalur Himal. While traveling through the valley towards Lobuche, the road was relieved. We will spend the night in Lobuche. Meals included: breakfast lunch dinner

We travel to Everest Base Camp along the once extensive Gorak Shep Lake. Continuing, we find the monument to the climbers of the Indian army. The road from here can be deceptive, therefore, we must work hard to follow our leader Sherpa. Walking is difficult due to the low altitude air. Before reaching the base camp of Everest, we cross the rocky sandbanks, the hail and the streams. After arriving at the Everest base camp, we see the climber’s tent stand out in bright colors and the tedium of the gray environment (especially in the spring). Nuptse, Khumbuste and Pumori are the mountains that we can see from the base camp. We back to Gorak Shep for a wonderful night. We will spend the night in Gorak Shep. However, the sunset view of Kala Patthar is more admirable than the sunrise landscape, so HAN suggest to visit Kala Patthar during today’s sunset. When the light of the setting sun shines on the snow-capped mountains, the resulting landscape is incredible. Therefore, for those hikers who wish to continue using Kala Patthar today instead of the next day, inform your guide and he will coordinate accordingly. Meals included: breakfast lunch dinner

Between the dark and cold temperatures before dawn (-10 to -14 degrees Celsius), we are ready to leave early in the morning. In addition, there is always the possibility of cold winds, which is very common. Even when Mount Everest begins to emerge, there are family peaks in the east, such as the Lingtren, Khumbutse and Changtse towers. However, after arriving at Kala Patthar, we can see 360 degrees of closeness and daunting mountain views. Everest. We take pictures, enjoy the magnificent panorama of the mountains and then return to Pheriche to spend a wonderful night. Participants who will visit the Everest base camp today will have breakfast in advance, since hiking at Everest base camp will take longer than Kala Patthar. After returning to Gorak Shep, the two groups will have lunch together, in the afternoon, they will go to Pheriche for a good night. Meals included: breakfast lunch dinner

We trek along the slopes covered with rhododendrons and junipers. After crossing the bridge hanging from the prayer flags on the Dudh Koshi River, our trails quickly pass through the pine forest along the Dudh Koshi Gorge. In the forest, we can find colorful pheasants and goats. This road finally reaches Sansa, from where we can admire the views of the Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Nuptse mountains. Before reaching the Namche Bazaar, we passed the path and then through the forest. We will spend the night in Namche Bazaar. Meals included: breakfast lunch dinner

This path has been drastically reduced, so we must walk with caution because our crumbling legs are constantly fighting on rocky terrain. After crossing the suspension bridge over the rapid movement of Dudh Koshi and its tributaries, the path became flatter and more natural. After reaching Lukla, we stretch our aching legs and remember the experience of the last weeks. We will spend the night in Lukla. Meals included: breakfast lunch dinner

After a long mountaineering trip, we took a flight to Kathmandu early in the morning. After arriving in Kathmandu, we can take a break or do some souvenir shopping. If we want to explore any other area in Kathmandu, we can do it today. Our guides can help you buy souvenirs or sightseeing. A farewell dinner will be held in the evening to celebrate the successful end of our trip. We will spend the night in Kathmandu. Includes meals: breakfast dinner

Your adventure in Nepal comes to an end today! There is nothing to do but trade emails with your travel companions and organize your photos. A representative from EMEN will take you to the airport, approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight. On your way home you’ll have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal. Included meals: Breakfast

Our team guides, porters and accompanying staff are locals with a broad knowledge about each and every location that we travel through.

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Cost Includes
  • Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast (2 nights)
  • Guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-sharing and occasionally dormitory-style rooms (11 nights).
  • All standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
  • All standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) followed by cup of Tea/Coffee.
  • Local English-speaking trekking guide having licensed. An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (6 trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
  • The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek. Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff.
  • National Park permits and TIMS permit for trekking.
  • T-shirt, bag and Hat.
  • Official expenses.
  • Welcome dinner in typical Nepali restaurant with cultural program.
  • Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flight (round trip).
  • Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
  • All government and local taxes
  • Farewell dinner
Cost Excludes
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu. Depending on your budget, it may cost about USD 15 to USD 20 per person.
  • Travel Insurance (compulsory!), which covers emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation
  • International airfare and airport departure tax
  • Nepal entry visa – You can obtain the visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 15 days can be obtained by paying USD 25 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days and 90 days can be obtained by paying USD 40 and 100 respectively. Please bring 2 copies of passport size photos.)
  • Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks.
  • Personal trekking equipment (click on the Equipment tab).
  • Tips for trekking staff and driver (tipping is expected).
  • Alcoholic and bottled drinks.
  • Personal trekking equipment (click on the Equipment tab).
  • Tips for trekking staff and driver (tipping is expected).
  • Any extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary plan
  • Cost arising out of landslides, road blockade, and rescue of any form, cancellation of flight or reasons beyond our control.
  • Any others expenses that are not mentioned in the ‘Cost Includes’ section.
  • World heritage entrance Fees.
Departure Dates
  • We have daily departures for this trip from March to May and from mid-September to mid-December. You can type in the number of passengers to book a reservation and select a date that is convenient for you. Due to group size, we never cancel a trip once you’ve made a reservation. If you would rather join the group, we will add more travelers on the selected date. You can let us know once you make a reservation or earlier.
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