Exploring the Everest Base Camp: A Classic Route Journey
Embark on the Ultimate Journey to the Foot of the Tallest Mountain on Earth
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Trek Dificulty Trek Duration Highest Altitude Suitable for
Difficult 13 Days 18,200 ft 18 to 55 years
Embark on the Ultimate Journey to the Foot of the Tallest Mountain on Earth
The classic route to Everest Base Camp is not just another trail on a map; it holds a legendary status among trekkers, evoking feelings of awe and achievement.
This journey towards the foot of the world's tallest peak, Mount Everest, is a highly desired goal for most trekkers. It offers more than just a picturesque hike through the Himalayas; it's a life-changing adventure that will push your physical and mental boundaries beyond what you thought possible. The overwhelming sense of achievement when you reach Everest Base Camp, standing in awe of the mountain's grandeur, is unparalleled.
However, this renowned trail is challenging. It's a rigorous trek that will test your determination and necessitate thorough preparation. The route ascends over 18,000 feet, leading you from the lively town of Lukla nestled in the valleys to the base of Mount Everest.
The terrain you will encounter on this expedition is both diverse and demanding. Lush green forests transition into barren, rocky valleys carved by glaciers. You will cross suspension bridges, navigate through loose earth sections, and even pass along the formidable Khumbu Glacier, all while contending with the effects of high altitude. Some parts of this trek are notoriously difficult, requiring a high level of fitness, agility, and unwavering resolve.
Yet for those who are well-prepared, the rewards are beyond measure.
Everest Base Camp (Classic Route) - Comprehensive Trek Details
Our aim has always been to ensure that trekkers are well-prepared before embarking on a high-altitude trek. Having the right knowledge can make the difference between a safe and risky trek, as well as between a fulfilling and superficial experience.
Here, you can discover detailed insights into the Everest Base Camp trek. This section provides comprehensive information for each day of the trek, what to anticipate, and the necessary preparations. The content is a result of years of experience and is highly valued by trekkers.
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Start Location:Kathmandu
Day 1
Arrival at Kathmandu & Local Excursion
Nepal is a paradise for trekkers and the gateway for tourism in Nepal, the only capital of Nepal Kathmandu where trekkers have to arrive to start their journey and be mesmerised by its beauty.
Kathmandu is also known as the city of temples and rightfully so as it is home to Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath Temple, Budhanilkantha Temple, Jagannath Temple, and even more temples. It is also home to many world heritage sites such as Durbar Square, the Swayambhunath Temple, the Boudhanath Stupa, etc.
There are several other places to explore, it is the largest city in the country with a vibrant city lifestyle. There are several places where our trekkers can enjoy and spend their time in Kathmandu and explore this place for day 1 as they please.
After you arrive at the hotel at your leisure, you will receive a warm and hearty welcome from our personnel and be briefed about the plans and precautions to maintain for the following days.
Spend overnight at the hotel and eat delicious food and rest.
Prepare yourself for embarking on this long wonderful trek journey.
Day 2
Kathmandu to Lukla to Monjo
138 KM Air Journey9.5 KM of TrekAltitude: 9156ft
Next morning we will take a flight of 30-45 minutes to reach Lukla.
These flights usually depart in the morning between 6:15 am and 7:45 am. We will land on a 500m strip, it is definitely a nerve-wracking experience but it will also be a unique experience, and also the majestic views of the Himalayan ranges will be the cherry on top.
After landing at the second-smallest airport. We will start our trekking journey from Lukla to Monjo.
The first 2 hours will seem easy as it is a downhill path to Phadking where we will be having lunch. We will start trekking uphill to reach Monjo.
You would have the company of beautiful mountains, suspended bridges, praying wheels, and more while you are trekking. We will then check in and spend overnight at a lodge at Monjo.
Day 3
Trek from Monjo to Namche Bazaar
3.5 Hrs of TrekAltitude: 11286ft
Today is a short trekking day as we have just started going to a higher altitude.
After arriving at Namche Bazaar, we will treat ourselves to hot chocolate or brownies at the Himalayan java shop.
This is our last stop to buy all our requirements for trekking and taking out money from ATMs.
We will highly recommend that the trekkers buy all efficient needs in this trek and have enough money.
After all this, we can stroll around this beautiful small town and enjoy its scenic beauty.
Day 4
Acclimatization Day (Namche Bazaar to Hotel Everest View)
Excursion of Namche Bazaar Short Trek to Hotel Everest
The following day will be acclimatization day as our body needs to prepare for the higher altitudes and difficult stages of trekking.
We will trek to Hotel Everest View enjoying the beautiful atmosphere of the Himalayas, a visit to Syangboche or some Sherpa villages like Thame, Khumjung, and Khunde which are just a few hours away from Namche Bazaar are good choices to get our body acclimatized for the following trek journey.
We can stroll through Namche Bazaar later, the place is very close to its ancient culture and traditions which will be a nice experience to witness.
It also has a weekly market fair which takes up the spotlight in this place.
We will come back to our lodge and rest after dinner.
Day 5
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
5.5 Hrs of TrekTengboche MonasteryAltitude: 12566ft
We will start early morning the next day after having breakfast, and we will resume our journey.
We will gradually be going downwards the following day till we spot a suspension which will lead us to Phunke Tenga where we will have lunch and rest for a while.
After that, we have a steep climb to Tengboche. Tengboche holds the Tengboche monastery, one of the most important monasteries in Nepal and one of the highest monasteries in the world. It lies beneath the impressive backdrop of Everest (1,848m) and Ama Dablam (6,856m).
We will stay overnight at a lodge here.
Day 6
Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche
6 Hrs of TrekSherpa VillageImja RiverAltitude: 14468ft
Following Tengboche, we will trek through the forest and we will reach Somare, a beautiful village surrounded by the highest mountains where we will have lunch and get lost in the beauty of nature.
After having enough rest we will continue our trek to Dingboche. Dingboche has a viewpoint from where you can observe the incredible mountain peaks, including Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, and others.
This Sherpa village lies on the trails of the Everest Base Camp and other treks. We will witness the tranquil Imja River flowing on the east side of Dingboche
After trekking, we will check in at a lodge and rest.
Day 7
Acclimatization Day at Dingboche
2-3 Hrs of TrekLast Village in Everest Region
Dingboche is one of the last villages in the Everest region. It is perfect for acclimatization day as it is a pretty popular place among trekkers for resting as it is warm and friendly and also let us hike up to the top of Nangkartshang Peak from where we can see the majestic panoramas of Mt. Tawache, Ama Dablam, Island Peak, Lhotse, Everest, and Pumori.
One of the main acclimatization points here is Nangkartshang Peak which is a 2-3 hour long hiking journey and enjoy all the scenic and tranquil beauty of all these snow-covered mountains.
At the same time, your body will be getting used to the high altitude which will be beneficial in our journey further.
After observing all this beauty we will once again return to our lodge.
Day 8
Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
4.5 Hrs of TrekKhumbu GlacierAltitude:14468ft
After trekking through dusty valleys, we reach the memorial viewpoint of Thukla. It is the patriotical place on Everest as it has memorials and prayer flags for all those wonderful hikers who have lost their lives at Mt. Everest.
After praying for the souls of all the wonderful hikers we will move on to Lobuche. Lobuche is a very difficult region for trekking so we will go at a slow and steady pace observing the amazing atmosphere and the beautiful scenery of the Himalayas.
This region is close to the Khumbu glacier and we can see Everest from here, it is a popular point to experience the entirety of the Himalayas. After reaching Lobuche, we will check in to our lodges and gives ourselves rest as the following day will be a very big day for us.
Day 9
Lobuche to Everest Base Camp
7 Hrs of TrekTrek to Everest BaseAltitude: 16108ft
This day would be the biggest day of our journey as we will finally reach our destination. From Lobuche, we will travel to Gorak Shep which is the nearest village to the Everest base camp.
The path to Everest Base Camp from Lobuche is rough and covered with steep hills and boulders. But it will soon seem all worth it when you enter the Everest Base Camp when you are feeling the most satisfaction and proud of yourself for making it so far.
All your tiredness will wear off seeing the beauty and magical nature that the Himalayas has to offer from the Everest Base Camp. After all the moments of celebration and happiness and clicking as many pictures as we can, we have to sadly return to Lobuche where we will rest.
Day 10
Lobuche to Tengboche
7 Hrs of TrekAltitude: 12566ft
We Would be officially going down on the elevator and coming to lower altitudes but we
shouldn't underestimate the climbing.
We will take it slow and steady. This trail back is giving us a chance to revisit the beauty we already passed by because one can never get enough of Himalayan beauty. Observing the majestic views we will eventually reach Tengboche and rest there.
Day 11
Tengboche to Namche Bazaar
7 hours of trekAltitude: 11286ft
This Will be a long and difficult stage of trekking so we will go at our own pace suitable to everyone. Just like the previous day, we will let ourselves in the beauty of the mountains and trek on. After a long journey, we will reach Namche Bazaar and rest.
Day 12
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
8 hours of trekAltitude: 11286ft
We will start early in the morning as this will also be a long journey but in the end, seeing the Lukla entrance, the satisfaction of completing the journey will overcome the tiredness. This will be our final destination in our trekking journey which makes it even more special. We will take a rest in the night as the flights are scheduled in the morning.
Day 13
Lukla to Kathmandu & Departure
30-45 minutes trekAltitude: 9156ft
Once again we will get to be at the second smallest airport ever and be lucky enough to see the beautiful views of the Himalayan ranges from above and return with a sense of achievement of being able to climb Everest Base Camp.
Final preparation for departure from Kathmandu to your location will begin.
End Location:Kathmandu
How does each day look
Day 0: Reach Kathmandu. Fly to Lukla
Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and is a tourist hub. It is the gateway to Nepal Himalayas and stands at the elevation of 4,600 ft. While the city endured a lot of damage during the 2015 earthquake, it remains a fascinating place to explore.
Take the first flight out of Kathmandu to Lukla, where your trek begins. You will meet your trek mates near Hotel Comfort Inn at Lukla at 4 PM.
Weather plays a crucial role in flights taking off to Lukla. Hence, try and reach Lukla the same day to avoid delays in the trek.
Take a flight on this day to Lukla, as it gives you a day's advantage if your flight to Lukla gets cancelled due to unpredictable weather.
What happens if you miss your flight to Lukla
Weather plays a very big role in the running of this trek. Flights to Lukla are a fair-weather friend. A cloud covering a mountain ridge can shut down the entire airport!
It might so happen that only some of the scheduled flights take off from Kathmandu on 1st April and your flight doesn’t. Hence, we recommend that you fly to Lukla a day early, on 31st March itself.
In case you do miss your flight on 1st April and reach Lukla on 2nd April (Day 2) instead, here is what you will need to do –
1. Start trekking towards Namche Bazaar as soon as you land.
2. Stay overnight at a tea house between Phakding and Namche Bazaar. We will arrange this in advance and communicate the details to you in case the need arises.
3. Join the rest of the team at Namche Bazaar on Day 3. This is an acclimatisation day and trekkers will be staying there overnight.
Note: On your return, you may face a similar situation. You have ended the trek at Lukla and found the airport shut. Keep a day in Kathmandu as a buffer for your return international flight.
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Included
Accommodation : (Day1 and Day13 Hotel in 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu with Bed & Breakfast) and (Day2 to Day12 in Teahouse)
Flights (Accordinf to Itinery)
1 English Speaking Guide and Assistant Guide
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
First Aid Medical Kit
Store Room Facility For Extra Luggage
Insurance of Trekking Guide
Services from Kathmandu to Kathmandu
Farewell Dinner in Kathmandu
Trek Completion Certificate
Complementary Trekking Kit Bag
Not Included
Any Personal Expenses
Any Food Expenses
Everest Base Camp trek
Your Price
₹64,999
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Price Includes:
Accommodation : (Day1 and Day13 Hotel in 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu with Bed & Breakfast) and (Day2 to Day12 in Teahouse)
Flights (Accordinf to Itinery)
1 English Speaking Guide and Assistant Guide
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
First Aid Medical Kit
Store Room Facility For Extra Luggage
Insurance of Trekking Guide
Services from Kathmandu to Kathmandu
Farewell Dinner in Kathmandu
Trek Completion Certificate
Complementary Trekking Kit Bag
Things To Carry
Valid ID Proof
Cash and Cards
Comfortable Clothes
Snacks & Fruits
Portable Chargers
Basic First Aid Kit
Camera or Smartphone
Sunglasses & Sunscreen
Know Before you go for the Trek:
Children under the age of 15 should always have a supervisor with them at all times.
The instructor reserves the right to reject any participant deemed unfit to be part of the activity.
The activity might be delayed or postponed due to weather conditions. In such a scenario, please communicate with your trek coordinator.
Participants with Diabetic issues, heart problems, breathing problems, high blood pressure, epilepsy, etc should be extra cautious about their health.
Participants should not have liver or kidney issues.
Participants must pay attention to the guidelines given by the guide during the trek.
Avoid consuming heavy food or alcoholic beverages.
Drink efficient water and walk slowly, no need to rush.
Guidelines issued by the respective Government are to be followed. Social distancing is to be maintained. Frequent hand sanitization and the use of masks are recommended.
ID proof is mandatory for each guest at the time of booking and upon arrival.
Carry enough winter garments as well as hiking gear such as hiking boots, backpacks, neck warmers, etc.
If participants feel unwell at any moment they should contact the guide and not avoid or push themselves.
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