Everest Base Camp Trek Via Lukla

Overview

Everest Base Camp (EBC) Trek by means of Lukla is one of the most predominant courses to reach Everest Base Camp. Situated in the Khumbu locale of Nepal, this trek has been an extremely well known trekking goal for trekkers and tourists as far back as the main campaign to the Nepalese side of Mount Everest in 1953.This region is renowned for its remarkable mountain peaks joined by the trustworthiness and kind demeanor of its occupants (the Sherpas).The main point of the trek is Mount Everest (8,848m), which is the most shocking apex of the planet. The trek begins from Lukla and the excursion continues through Namche Bazaar to EBC. The total duration of the journey is 16 days.\

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu
Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Day 03: Flight to Lukla & trek to Phakding
Day 04: Trek to Namche
Day 05: Rest day in Namche
Day 06: Trek to Thyangboche
Day 07: Trek to Pheriche
Day 08: Rest day in Pheriche
Day 09: Trek to Lobuche
Day 10: Trek to Gorak Shep
Day 11: Trek to Everest BC , back to Gorak Shep
Day 12: Trek to Pangboche
Day 13: Trek to Namche
Day 14: Trek to Lukla
Day 15: Flight to Kathmandu
Day 16: Depart Kathmandu

 

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu

Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, one of our delegates will pick you up and escort you to your designated hotel. In the hotel, you will be briefed about the further plans of the trek.

 

Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu

After breakfast, we will be visiting UNESCO recorded world heritage sites such as Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath (monkey temple), and Pashupatinath in Kathmandu Valley the entire day. Stay overnight in Hotel.

Day 03: Flight to Lukla and trek to Phakding

After breakfast, we will take a flight to Lukla. During the flight, you will encounter the astonishing perspectives of Himalayas of Nepal including Mt. Everest (8,848m), Mt. Makalu (8,463m), Mt. Cho Oyu (8153m), Mt. Lhotse (8,501m), Mt. Lhotse Shar (8,393m), Kanchenjunga, Gaurishankar, Ganesh, Langtang and so forth. From Lukla, you will head up the Dudh Koshi Valley towards Phakding.

Day 04: Trek to Namche

From Phakding, we will leave for Namche crossing the streams and reaching Monjo which is the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park. From there, we will take the best path in order to finally reach Namche.

Day 05: Rest day in Namche

The fifth day is our rest day. If you want, you may visit Khunde Hospital which was set up by Sir Edmund Hillary and Everest View Hotel for evening glimpse of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Ama Dablam.

 

Day 06: Trek to Thyangboche

Today we will follow the trial of Dudh Koshi in order to reach Thyangboche. En-route, you will encounter the perspectives of incredible peaks of the Khumbu region including Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Ama Dablam. As we move downwards, we will go through a few Sherpa villages and teashops- and finally reach today’s destination.

 

Day 07: Trek to Pheriche

Today, we will plunge towards the Imja Khola. The trail then follows the tough way to the town of Pangboche which faces Mt. Ama Dablam (6,856m). Delight of the trek will be further highlightened by the perspectives of mountains, backwoods, Gompas, waterways and so on. Following two hours of walk, we will reach Pheriche.

Day 08: Rest day in Pheriche

Today, we will spend our whole day in Pheriche resting and getting ready for anticipated outings and get habituated to your trekking goals.

Day 09: Trek to Lobuche

Leaving Pheriche, we will trek tough to Lobuche and go through a wide valley, Khumbu glacier and a few teahouses on the way. The trail additionally offers great perspectives of Cholatse and Tawache.

Day 10: Trek to Gorak Shep

The final destination for today will be Gorak Shep which is a base for the EBC. On the way, we will get encompassing views of Mt. Pumori, Mt. Nuptse and other peaks.

Day 11: Trek to Everest Base Camp, back to Gorak Shep

A tough start is required to reach the Everest Base Camp. It takes a couple of hours as the trail weaves its way through ice apexes and cliffs of the Khumbu Glacier. On the entry, we can alternatively take a higher course to get a fabulous point of view of the Khumbu Ice-fall and South Col.

Day 12: Trek to Pangboche

After a declining walk, we will achieve Pangboche. Couple of hours of walk will take you to Himalayan Rescue Association (HRA). Starting there, you will continue with the excursion and pass Khumbu Khola, Imja Khola and the suspension associate before meeting up at Pangboche.

Day 13: Trek to Namche

From Pangboche, your trek will continue towards Namche. The trail will take you across streams and rhododendron timberlands amidst the points of view of Tawache, Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Kantega and Thamserku mountains.

 

Day 14: Trek to Lukla

This will be the last trekking day and the destination for the day is Lukla. After reaching Lukla, during the evening, we will have some rest and after that try the beverages prepared by nearby Sherpa people group.

Day 15: Flight to Kathmandu

Today after breakfast, you will get onto a flight to Kathmandu. The whole day in the capital is free for some shopping and refreshment.

Day 16: Depart Kathmandu                                                

After checking out of the hotel, our representative will take you to the international airport for your flight home. If you want to continue your stay in Nepal for short tours i.e. National parks, rafting, mountain biking, hiking, etc., please do let us know. We will be proudly serving your needs.

Price Policy

  What’s Included  

  • Airport pick up and drop off by private tourist vehicle
  • All your standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
  • Highest available standard lodges and guesthouses accommodation during the trek
  • English-speaking tour guide and trekking guide
  • The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek (We assign one porter for every two guests.)
  • Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff
  • Entry fees for all monuments, parks, temples and monasteries mentioned in the itinerary
  • All surface transfer required in sightseeing tour
  • National Park permits and TIMS permit for trekking
  • Farewell dinner in typical Nepali Restaurant with cultural dance show on the second last day
  • All our government taxes, vat, tourist service charges

  What’s Not Included  

  • Travel insurance which covers emergency Rescue and Evacuation
  • International airfare and airport departure tax
  • Nepal entry visa;
  • Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks
  • Personal trekking Equipment (You can hire sleeping bag and down jacket from us at USD 25 per item for the duration of the trek.)
  • Tips for trekking staff and driver (Tipping is expected.)
  • Any others expenses which are not mentioned on ‘Price Includes’ section

Things To Prepare