15 Days Everest Base Camp Trek

• After you land at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative in a traditional Nepali style. The representative will drive you to your hotel, where you can freshen up and rest for a while.
• Later, you will meet our representative for coffee, who will brief you about your entire trip.
• Have a good rest today!

• After a good rest yesterday and kicking off the jet lag, you will be exploring the ‘City of Temples’ today.
• Kathmandu has several sites listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and you will visit some of them today.
• First, you will visit the Kathmandu Durbar Square, also known as Basantapur and Hanuman Dhoka.
• It is also known as the ‘Museum of temple’ as it has various temples in its territory. The intricate woodwork will leave you in awe.
• Next, you will visit the Swayambhunath Stupa, which features a stupa and various temples within the same complex. It is also a perfect representation of Nepal’s ‘Unity in Diversity’. This place is also known as ‘the Monkey Temple’ because it offers a panoramic view of the Kathmandu Valley from a vantage point.
• Lastly, you will visit the Pashupatinath Temple, dedicated to the Hindu god Lord Shiva. This temple, situated on the bank of the Bagmati River, which is also a cremation ground, has its charm as it displays the difference between life and death.
• After sightseeing the sites, you will return to the Thamel area, which is the perfect place to prepare for the trek.
• You can shop for the essentials for the trek in Thamel and then head to your hotel for a good night’s rest before embarking on your adventurous trek.

• After breakfast, you will board a morning flight to Lukla from the Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu.
• The flight from Kathmandu to Lukla is one of the most scenic flights you will ever take. During the flight, you’ll get a view of the settlements and majestic mountains of the Khumbu region.
• Brace yourself for a landing at Tenzing Hillary Airport.
• After landing in Lukla, taking a brief rest, meeting our porters, and assembling the team, the 15-day Everest Base Camp trek journey begins. It is a relatively short walk to ensure your body acclimates properly.
• You will walk through the beautiful terrain, cross various suspension bridges, and see many stone formations along the way. Later, if you want, you can take a short trip to the monastery.

Start the second day of your 15 days at Everest Base Camp trekking with a hearty breakfast in Phakding.

Today, you’ll be walking with the Dudh Kosi River at your side. Take slow and mindful steps, as the beauty lies more in the journey than in the destination. You’ll get to cross the highest bridge of the trek ‘Hillary.

Suspension Bridge’ on the way. As you walk, you’ll be able to get a glimpse of Thamserkhu (6,608 meters), peeking through the hills.

You’ll enter Sagarmatha National Park at Jorsale. The authorities will check your license there. Enjoy the walk and maybe interact with the lovely kids along the way. After walking about 2-3 hours from there, we’ll reach Namche Bazaar.

• Namche Bazaar is the trading centre of the Khumbu region. Please wake up to a slow morning with the most magnificent view of the Himalayas, as it’s an acclimatisation day! Acclimatisation is crucial as you head to higher elevations. As it’s suggested to be active during the day, you will hike to the Everest View Hotel to get the first glimpse of Everest today.
• Along with Everest, you will also be able to see Lhotse and Nuptse from the Everest View Hotel.
• After returning from your hike, you can head back to Namche Bazaar, a small city nestled among the mountains, to enjoy some sweet treats and delicious food at the local bakeries and cafes.
• Have a good rest for the next day.

• From today, we’ll be walking facing the mountains. We’ll get breathtaking views of Mount Everest and Ama Dablam (6,812 meters) along the trek.
• We will walk through Kenjoma, Sansasa, and Phunki Thanga villages, accompanied by a mystical pine forest, which leads to Tengboche (3870 meters).
• Two trails depart from here, one leading to Everest Base Camp and the other leading to the Gokyo Valley and Lakes.
• Today, you can focus on photographing the stunning mountain Ama Dablam (6,812 meters), along with the stupas, Mani walls, and the scenery you want to capture.
• After the fulfilling but exhausting trek, you will head to your warm homestay, which we have booked, and enjoy a filling meal before resting to replenish your energy for tomorrow’s walk.

• Today’s walk is a bit easier than yesterday’s hike, but the altitude may make it a bit harder for us to walk.
• We start losing the trees from today. Take slow and mindful steps, enjoying the mountain views around, patting yourself on the back for making it this far, and choosing to continue.
• We’ll cross the Imja Khola, passing the beautiful Pangboche Village, known for its monastery and farming.
• You can watch the locals and monks offering prayers. You can look at Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, and other ridges to replenish your energy. We’ll head straight to Dingboche from where other trail leading to
• Everest three passes departs. After a nutritious meal, you’ll head to your warm bed for rest.

• Today’s acclimatisation day features a challenging hike to Nirekhasang Peak. It is an easy ascent hike near Dingboche. It will take you approximately 2-3 hours, depending on your speed. This place offers a perfect viewpoint to take in a striking view of the ‘Most Beautiful Mountain of Nepal’, Ama Dablam (6,812 meters). Along with Ama Dablam, this point offers a fantastic view of Lhotse (8,516 meters), Cho Oyu (8,160 meters), Kantega (6,782 meters), and Makalu (8,485 meters).
• Later during the day, you can stroll around the Dingboche village or rest in your cozy rooms.
• The view continues to improve with each passing day.

• As you continue walking to higher altitudes, it's crucial to keep drinking lots of fluids, so don't forget to refill your water bottle or bladder with warm water and continue hydrating yourself. We're walking alongside the mountains on a frozen trail. You might be able to catch a glimpse of blue and green glacier lakes.
• We'll pass through Thungla and Dhungla villages to reach Lobuche. From the top of Dhungla village, you'll see a memorial site nearby called the Lobuche Memorial Pass.
• The brave people who have died while mountaineering are honoured here. You can feel the sorrow and respect engulf you as you watch the chortens lining the walls.
• Lobuche is a cozy little paradise nestled among the rocky, snowy mountains. Have a chance there to witness the magnificent sunset on Mount Lhotse.
• Be sure to nourish yourself well during your stay at Lobuche.

• After a warm breakfast in Lobuche, we’ll start waking at Gorapshep, the last settlement before Everest Base camp.
• Today is the most important day of the 15-day Everest Base Camp trekking, as we will be setting foot in the base camp.
• Additionally, today is a day when we need to be extra cautious due to the high altitude.
• Today, you need to be extra mindful and listen to your body. There is no need to rush.
• We’ll also see a pyramid-shaped research centre at some distance from the main trail.
• It is mainly focused on the meteorological and geological transformation of the Everest region. It is a research centre at the highest altitude.
• You will have your permits rechecked here before entering Gorakshep.
• Gorakshep used to be the previous base cap before it was shifted to the present base camp.
• After checking in and having the much-needed, energy-giving lunch, we’ll head to our final destination, the place you have been dreaming of reaching, the Everest Base Camp.
• At the base camp, surrounded by prayer flags, chortens and several international flags, you might be able to see or meet climbers and hear stories of the expedition.
• You will also witness the Khumbu glacier and ice sheet. Then, we will descend to Gorakshep to spend the night there.

• Today, early in the morning, after having something warm, you will start your hike to Kalapatthar.  The hike will take about 2-3 hours.
• Kalapatthar is a viewpoint from which you can have an uninterrupted view of other peaks nearby, such as Nuptse and Changtse.
• This is the point from which we can see Mount Everest in all its glory. Bathe in its unparalleled beauty before we head down to a relatively easy downhill trek to Gorakshep.
• We will have some tea and snacks at Gorakshep before heading down to Pheriche.
• Reaching Pheriche is a downward trek through the mystical woodlands and streams of crystal-clear water.
• Pheriche is a small settlement nestled amongst the mountains.
• You will sleep soundly here with a heart full of accomplishment and a room full of warmth.

• After a hearty breakfast, we descend the same path to Khumjung. The distance that we will cover is around 16 km.
• Today’s trail is mostly a downhill trek.
• We will pass through the beautiful settlements of Churo, Pangboche, and Millingo on the way before finally reaching Khumjung to stay the night. We will also be walking through the forest trail.

• On the second last day of your 15 days of Everest Base Camp trekking, you will have to descend steeply downwards.
• You need to have control over your legs and maintain a good grip while descending the rocky terrain. You will start walking in a dense forest.
• You will trek past the woodlands, rivers, waterfalls and suspension bridges.
• Cherish the memories of the mountains on this last trekking day.
• Walking past Jorsalle and Monjo, you’ll reach Lukla.
• As you are staying for the night, explore the pubs, bakeries, bars, and internet cafes.
• Shop for some souvenirs from the mountains if you'd like, and rest well for the night with pleasant memories to last a lifetime.

After a farewell breakfast in the mountains, you will fly back to the real hustling, bustling city of Kathmandu. 

Take a final glimpse of the Himalayas as you catch your morning flight from Lukla to arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu. 

You reach Kathmandu after completing a 12-day Everest Base Camp trek. 

You can rest well today at your comfortable hotel after the challenging trek.

Today, the last day of your trip to Nepal, you can roam around the streets of markets in Nepal and have authentic Nepali street food. 

You can go on a Mo: Mo hunt, which is the most popular food found in Kathmandu Valley, and trust me, you won’t see Mo: Mo like here anywhere in the world.

You can also opt to shop for souvenirs before you get picked up from your hotel and taken to the airport for your flight. 

Have a safe flight home!