13-Day Everest Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu with Kala Patthar

13 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Embark on a trek to Everest Base Camp and explore the wonderful Everest region. This adventurous trail takes you through the isolated villages of the Khumbu Val...

Duration: 13 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Kathmandu, Mount Everest, Lukla, Dingboche, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Phakding, Lobuche, Kala Patthar, Gorakshep, Monjo, Pheriche · Languages: English

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What's Included

Pick-up and drop-off between the airport and hotel by private car
Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu at a 3-star hotel with BB
3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea or coffee) during the trek
Accommodation in lodges and guesthouses on a twin-sharing basis during the trek
Trekking guides (government licensed holders) and porters with good English during the trek, with 1 porter for every 2 guests
Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, and medicine for all trekking staff
First-aid medical kit
Everest (Sagarmatha) National Park permit fees
Guide airfare from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu
TIMS (Trekker's Information Management System) card
Seasonal fresh fruits such as oranges, apples, bananas, mangoes, grapes, and other local Nepali fruits
All administrative work, if necessary, related to government bodies
Government taxes and legal expenses
Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flight ticket

Not Included

Meals in Kathmandu
International flights
Nepal entry visa fee
All alcoholic drinks, mineral water, laundry, phone calls, and internet
Extra tea and coffee
Personal trekking equipment, medical insurance, and travel insurance
Any extra transportation outside the itinerary
Any kind of personal expenses or helicopter rescue due to causes beyond our control
Any other expenses not mentioned in the inclusive price
Some extra assistance, such as a horse arranged by the guide if you cannot walk properly and need to come back; if applicable, you must pay directly
Tips to trekking staff (amount depends on you)

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

On the first day, when you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, your travel agency's representative will greet you. You will go to your hotel and settle in. Your agency will give you the details about your trek. You can rest and prepare for your Everest Base Camp trek. Once you are prepared, you can explore a few places in the Kathmandu Valley if you have some free time.
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Day 02

Flight to Lukla and Trek to Phakding

You will board a flight to Lukla Airport on your second day. Lukla is the village where you will start your trekking journey. Once you land at Lukla Airport, you will meet our professional guide and a porter. They will lead your way to Phakding. Phakding is around 6.2 km away from Lukla, and you can get there in around a 4-5 hour trek. You will stay in a beautiful teahouse, where you will enjoy food and rest.
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Day 03

Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar

On the way to Namche from Phakding, you will pass through two more beautiful villages, Monjo and Jorsale. Namche Bazaar is around 7.5 km away from Phakding. In 5-6 hours, you will get your first glimpse of Mount Everest. You will enjoy the spectacular beauty of the landscapes and villages. You will settle down in a comfortable teahouse and take a rest from your trek for a day.
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Day 04

Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar

You can get altitude sickness once you are above 2500 m above sea level. So, on the fourth day, before starting the genuine trekking expedition, you must allow your body to get used to the altitude. You will stay for a day and explore the beautiful, exotic Sherpa city of Namche Bazaar. It is the wealthiest city in the whole country. You can interact with people or take a stroll or hike around the area. You will enjoy the view of the Himalayas from this village. Stay energetic and let your body acclimatize to the region.
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Day 05

Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche

The fifth day is trekking day again. You will start your trail from Namche Bazaar and enjoy the magnificent views on the way. Tengboche Monastery is the main attraction of Tengboche village. Flying prayer flags and moving prayer wheels will captivate you for a while. You can even offer butter lamps while you are here. This 5-6 hour trek from Namche to Tengboche also offers a panoramic view of the Himalayas. You will have your food and stay in a lovely teahouse there.
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Day 06

Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche

After staying a night in Tengboche, you will continue to Dingboche village. This village is probably the last Sherpa village on this trekking expedition. About 12 km away, it will take around 4-5 hours to reach this village, with remarkable views of the mountains along the way. Once you reach here, you can rest and interact with locals or simply gaze at the majestic view that will make your heart skip a beat every time. You will stay at a teahouse and retire for the day.
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Day 07

Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche

Once you leave Dingboche on your eighth day, you will trek to the small settlement area near Everest called Lobuche. To arrive at Lobuche, you will pass through the exotic Dugla Valley. The trail is full of beautiful views of Himalayan peaks rising more than 7000 m. Lobuche, which shares its name with nearby peaks, is not as pleasant in terms of lodging, as it has stone huts. But the beautiful and splendid surroundings make it unique. You will get basic lodging and food service here. You will retire and rest here after your 4-5 hour trek.
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Day 08

Trek to Gorakshep and Hike to Kala Patthar

Finally, on your ninth day, you will reach the original base camp area for Mount Everest. It takes around 3 hours to reach Gorakshep from Lobuche. At the height of 5,200 m, this campsite is mostly uninhabited. This place is the final stop for Everest, so you should be careful about your health at this point. On arriving at Gorakshep, you will rest and prepare for Kala Patthar. You will hike to Kala Patthar and enjoy the most spectacular and closest view of Everest from here. The close-up view from here is truly breathtaking and worth it.Whether you want to go to Everest Base Camp or not, where mountaineers prepare to ascend the highest peak, is your decision. So, you may want to return to Gorakshep and spend your night there after enjoying your time at Kala Patthar.
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Day 09

Descend from Gorakshep to Pheriche

On your tenth day, you can have breakfast in Gorakshep and start your descent. You will walk down to Pheriche on this day. It takes around 7-8 hours to descend to Pheriche. You will find a hospital here dedicated to preventing altitude-related problems. You can get yourself treated here if you think you might have some health issue because of the altitude. You will stay in a teahouse, have food, and spend the night there.
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Day 10

Return from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar

The eleventh day is for returning to Namche Bazaar from Pheriche. It takes 6-7 hours to climb from this village back to beautiful Namche Bazaar. Once you reach Namche Bazaar, your trekking expedition is completed. You can celebrate your successful trek in the pubs along the streets of Namche. You may even treat yourself to some luxury and good food.
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Day 11

Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla

After your remarkable trekking journey, you will leave Namche Bazaar on your twelfth day. You will trek for 5-6 hours to reach Lukla. Lukla is a small village, and you will spend your night here. An affordable teahouse is suitable for the last night in the Everest region. You can stroll around the streets and enjoy the beautiful airport view.
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Day 12

Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu

You will board a flight to Kathmandu from Lukla on your thirteenth day. It will take 30-40 minutes to arrive in the Kathmandu Valley. You will go to your hotel from the airport. You can explore Kathmandu city and buy souvenirs. You can retire to your hotel room after dinner.
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Day 13

Departure from Kathmandu

On the last day, you will visit Tribhuvan International Airport with your travel agency's representative. You can decide to stay in Nepal for a few more days. If not, you can board the plane and officially end your stay in Nepal.