The Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek is one of the most iconic and adventurous treks in Nepal, offering breathtaking views of the Himalayas and a chance to experience the unique culture of the Sherpa people. A typical 14-day itinerary might look like this:
Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel.
Briefing about
the
trek and preparation.
Early morning flight to Lukla.
Trek to Phakding
(approx. 3-4
hours).
- Trek through beautiful pine forests along the Dudh
Koshi River.
-
Cross several suspension bridges, including the famous Hillary Suspension Bridge.
- Reach Namche Bazaar (approx. 5-6 hours).
- Short hikes to Everest View Hotel or Khumjung
village.
- Explore Namche Bazaar, visit the Sherpa Museum.
- Trek with views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Ama
Dablam.
- Visit the Tengboche Monastery (approx. 5-6 hours).
- Trek through rhododendron forests and past Mani
stones.
- Reach Dingboche (approx. 5-6 hours).
- Optional hike to Nagarjun Hill or Chukhung.
- Rest and acclimate to the altitude.
- Trek past the memorials for climbers and Sherpas
who lost their
lives
on Everest.
- Reach Lobuche (approx. 5-6 hours).
- Trek to Gorak Shep (approx. 3 hours).
- Continue to Everest Base Camp and back to Gorak Shep (approx. 5-6 hours round trip).
- Early morning hike to Kala Patthar for sunrise
views of Everest.
- Descend to Pheriche (approx. 7-8 hours total).
- Long day of descending back to Namche Bazaar (approx. 6-7 hours).
- Retrace your steps back to Lukla (approx. 6-7 hours).
- Early morning flight back to Kathmandu.
- Rest and relax in Kathmandu.
Transfer to the airport for your departure.