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Everest Base Camp Trek

Trip Overview

Majestic and awe-inspiring, Mt. Everest has long been a beacon for adventurers, dreamers, and seekers of the extraordinary. From the audacious climbers who scale its towering heights to those yearning for a glimpse of its grandeur, the Everest region offers an unparalleled invitation to immerse oneself in the splendor of the Himalayas. The Everest Panorama Trek is an experience crafted for those who wish to savor the magic of these high mountains without venturing into their most arduous reaches. With a backpack slung over your shoulder and a camera poised to capture unforgettable moments, this trek is your gateway to the world’s loftiest peaks, adorned in glistening snow.

Your journey begins with a breathtaking flight from Kathmandu to the dramatic airstrip of Lukla (2,800m/9,184ft). From the moment you set foot on this mountain sanctuary, you are enveloped by a panorama of soaring snow-capped mountains that only grow more magnificent as you ascend. The trail winds its way through a tapestry of natural and cultural treasures: sacred mani stones etched with Buddhist prayers, fluttering prayer flags, and serene stupas symbolizing the enlightened mind of the Buddha. As you follow the glacier-fed Dudha Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers, their aqua-blue waters sparkle beneath cascading waterfalls and lush vegetation.

The trek is a captivating journey through vibrant mountain villages, the rich tapestry of Tibetan Buddhist culture, awe-inspiring natural and cultural landscapes, and the breathtaking diversity of flora and fauna. Explore the bustling hub of Namche Bazaar situated at 3,420m (11,218ft), a vibrant mountain town and the gateway to the Everest region; and  marvel at the spiritual serenity of Tengboche Monastery, perched at 3,867m (12,687ft), the most significant Tibetan Buddhist monasteries of the region; and share the well-worn trails with yak caravans and Sherpas, an ethnic group of Nepal renowned for their exceptional mountaineering skills, resilience, and profound connection to the Himalayas who descended from Tibetan nomadic tribes. Your accommodations range from simple yet welcoming guesthouses to secluded spots offering a quiet communion with the mountains.

Whether your trek lasts a week or stretches into a month, you’ll savor each step through this breathtaking region. The moderate-to-strenuous trails, rising swiftly above 3,500m (11,480ft), call for rest days to acclimatize, but these pauses offer the perfect opportunity to bask in the magnificence around you. The Everest Panorama Trek promises not only remarkable views but also a deep connection to the history, spirituality, and unyielding allure of the world’s highest peaks.

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Total Duration
17 Nights / 18 Days
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Max Elevation
5,549 m / 18,991ft
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Grading
Moderate to Strenuous
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Trek Style
Lodge-to-Lodge
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Trek Start / Ends
Lukla
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Suggested Season
Feb – May, Oct – Dec
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Accomodation
5 Nights in Hotels on Bed and Breakfast and 12 Nights in Guesthouses with breakfast, lunch and dinner

Trip Highlights

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    Breathtaking Views of Everest and Surrounding Peaks
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    Visit to Everest Base Camp (EBC
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    Scenic Trekking Trails
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    Cultural Immersion and Sherpa Village Experience
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    High Altitude Monasteries—Tengboche
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    Kala Patthar Sunrise Trek
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    Altitude Experience

Detail Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
  • Hotel Transfer
  • Overnight in Kathmandu
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast/ Refreshment
Day 2
Explore Cultural Heritage of Kathmandu
  • Explore World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu Cultural City:
  • Bhaktapur Durbar Square
  • Pashupatinath 
  • Boudhanath
  • Overnight in Kathmandu
  • Trek Briefing and Preparation
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast

 

Day 3
Heli Flight to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2,620m/8,593ft)
  • Heli Flight Kathmandu-Lukla (40-45 minutes)
  • Trek Lukla- Phakding
  • Overnight in Phakding
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 7.8km
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Elevation Change: Up 240m / Down 398m
Day 4
Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,420m/11,218ft)
  • Trek Phakding-Namche Bazaar
  • Overnight in Namche Bazar
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 10.4km
  • Duration: 6 hours
  • Elevation Change: Up 1,303m / Down 310m
Day 5
Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar
  • Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar
  • Overnight in Namche Bazar
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 1.6km
  • Duration: 1 hour
  • Elevation Change: Up 500m / Down 500m
Day 6
Trek to Khumjung (3,790m/12,431ft)
  • Trek Namche Bazaar-Khumjung
  • Explore Khunde Village
  • Explore Sherpa culture and Developmental Activities
  • Overnight in Khumjung
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 2.9km
  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Elevation Change: Up 450m / Down 96m
Day 7
Trek to Pangboche via Tengboche Monastery (3,985m/13,074ft)
  • Trek Khumjung-Tengboche-Pangboche
  • Sherpa Cultural Exploration
  • Historic Himalayan Monastery Excursion
  • Overnight in Pangboche
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 6km
  • Duration: 7 hours
  • Elevation Change: Up 532m / Down 447m
Day 8
Day Excursion to Ama Dablam Base Camp
  • Excursion Trek to Ama Dablam Base Camp
  • High Altitude Experience
  • Overnight in Pangboche
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 6km
  • Duration: 5 hours
  • Elevation Change: Up 720m / Down 720m
Day 9
Trek to Dingboche (4,360m/14,301ft)
  • Trek Pangboche-Dingboche
  • Overnight in Dingboche
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 6.96km
  • Duration: 4-5 hours
  • Elevation Change: Up 425m
Day 10
Trek to Lobuche (4,940m/16,203ft)
  • Trek Dingboche-Lobuche
  • View Taboche, Cholatse Peaks
  • Overnight in Lobuche
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 7.7km
  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Elevation Change: Up 647m / Down 81m
Day 11
Trek to Gorak Shep (5,147m/16,882ft)
  • Trek Lobuche- Gorak Shep
  • Panoramic View of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, and Pumori 
  • Overnight in Gorak Shep
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 4.3km
  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Elevation Change: Up 200m
Day 12
Trek to Kala Patthar (5,550m/18,204ft) and Return to Lobuche
  • Trek Gorak Shep- Kalla Patthar
  • Return to Lobuche
  • Overnight in Lobuche
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 3.7km
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Elevation Change: Up 441m / Down 441m
Day 13
Trek to Pangboche (3,930m/14,038ft)
  • Trek Lobuche-Pangboche
  • Overnight in Pangboche
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 10.6km
  • Duration: 6 hours
  • Elevation Change: Up 591m / Down 823m
Day 14
Trek to Phortse (3,860m/12,660ft)
  • Trek Pangboche-Phortse
  • Overnight in Phortse
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 5.9km
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Elevation Change: Up 286m / Down 475m
Day 15
Trek to Monjo (2,840m/9,315ft)
  • Trek Phortse-Monjo
  • Explore Lover Khumbu region
  • Walk through Sagarmatha National Park
  • Overnight in Monjo
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 14.7km
  • Duration: 5 hours
  • Elevation Change: Up 679m / Down 1,661m
Day 16
Trek to Lukla
  • Trek Monjo-Lukla
  • Explore Sherpa Villages
  • Overnight in Lukla
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Trek Distance: 12.7km
  • Duration: 5 hours
  • Elevation Change: Up 492m / Down 528m

Return to Kathmandu

Day 17
Heli Flight to Kathmandu
  • Heli Flight Lukla-Kathmandu (40-45 min)
  • Overnight in Kathmandu
    Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast
Day 18
Trip Concludes
  • Airport Transfer
  • Accommodation: None
  • Meals: Breakfast
Tour Cost

USD ……. per person

Cost Includes:
  • All ground transportation, including airport pick-up and transfers.
  • Double occupancy hotels in Kathmandu with breakfast.
  • Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu, including all entry fees.
  • English-speaking trekking guide to ensure a smooth and informative trek.
  • Best available local lodge accommodation during the trek (in the case of a lodge-to-lodge trek).
  • Meals as per itinerary to fuel your trekking adventure.
  • Conservation fee for protected area entry.
  • Flight fare: Kathmandu to Lukla and return to Kathmandu.
  • Well-equipped and insured supporting staff to ensure your safety and comfort.
Cost Does Not Include:
  • Nepal entry visa fee, which must be obtained upon arrival or in advance.
  • International flight fares to and from Nepal.
  • Airport departure tax for international flights.
  • Travel insurance, which is essential for coverage in case of emergencies.
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu, unless specified in the itinerary.
  • Rescue charges, should evacuation be required.
  • Medical expenses if treatment is needed during the trek.
  • Personal equipment, such as trekking shoes, clothing, and gear.
  • Any personal expenses, such as souvenirs, drinks, and snacks.
  • Any other expenses not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions.
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Trip Extension

Chitwan National Park (2 Nights/3 Days)
  • Experience an exhilarating jungle safari inside Chitwan National Park.
  • Encounter one-horned rhino, Bengal tiger, and gharial.
  • Immerse in authentic Tharu culture and their performative arts.
Bardiya National Park (2 Days/3 Nights OR 3 Nights/4 Days)
  • Explore one of Nepal’s most pristine wilderness areas, home to tigers, elephants, and rich biodiversity.
  • Experience guided jungle walks, jeep safaris, and tranquil Karnali River.
  • Immerse in Tharu culture with authentic village visits and traditional hospitality.
Lumbini Cultural Tour (2 Days)
  • Visit the Maya Devi Temple and sacred Marker Stone at the birthplace of Buddha.
  • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site and Several Buddhist monasteries.
  • Discover ancient archaeological sites of Tilaurakot and Ramagrama.
  • Meditate in the sacred garden and pond of Lumbini.
  • Gain deep cultural and historical insight with expert-guided tours across the Greater Lumbini Region.
Bhotekoshi Rafting (2 Days)
  • Experience thrilling Class III–IV rapids on one of Nepal’s steepest and most exciting rafting rivers.
  • Enjoy dramatic mountain scenery and pristine river gorges throughout the adventure.
  • Stay overnight in a comfortable riverside camp with great food and expert rafting guides.
Trishuli Rafting (Day Tour)
  • Enjoy a fun-filled rafting experience with moderate rapids.
  • Glide through scenic valleys, terraced hillsides, and impressive rock formations along the Trishuli River.
  • Benefit from expert safety instruction and a well-coordinated day trip with professional rafting guides.
Himalayan Panorama Flight
  • Experience breathtaking aerial views of the world’s highest Himalayan peaks, including Everest and Annapurna.
  • Enjoy a safe, comfortable, and scenic Himalayan flight.
  • Capture stunning close view photographs of snow-capped ranges, glaciers and diverse landscape.
Breakfast Gazing Everest
  • Enjoy delightful breakfast with uninterrupted panoramic views of Mt. Everest.
  • Enjoy a serene, exclusive experience at a scenic viewpoint.
  • Capture unforgettable memory of the world’s highest peak.
Authentic Nepal Cultural Tour: Barahakshetra, Janakpurdham, Chitwan & Lumbini
  • Explore the sacred heritage of Barahakshetra and Kaushiki Region.
  • Discover the cultural and religious significance of Janakpurdham, the birthplace of Sita.
  • Immerse in the rich biodiversity and wildlife of Chitwan National Park.
  • Visit Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, with its monasteries and stupas.
  • Experience authentic Nepali culture through local traditions, cuisine, and colorful lifestyles.
Bhutan Kora Tour (5 Days)
  • Explore authentic Bhutan and Buddhist monasteries.
  • Immerse in Bhutanese culture and traditions.
  • Witness breathtaking Himalayan landscapes and panoramic mountain views.
Discover Taj Mahal, Icon of Love (3 Days)
  • Witness the beauty of the Taj Mahal at sunrise and sunset.
  • Explore the grandeur of Agra Fort and its Mughal architecture.
  • Discover the rich history and stories behind India’s iconic love monument.
  • Enjoy local cuisine and vibrant markets in Agra city.
  • Capture unforgettable photographs of architectural marvels and scenic views.

Ready to make this journey your own?

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    Budhanilkanta 44600, Nepal
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    Karnaliexcursions@gmail.com
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