Everest Base Camp Trek 15 Days

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: First we warmly welcome you in Kathmandu (1,400 m).
Upon your arrival we assist you from  the Tribhuwan International Airport to a luxurious hotel. After getting rest and refreshed you can visit colorful handicraft market of Thamel and you rest overnight.

Day 02: Visit the world heritage sites and sightseeing places.
Today we provide you a license holder guide, make you tour over Kathmandu Valley to visit the world heritage sites like Boudhanath, Swayambhunath (monkey temple), Kathmandu Darbar square, Patan Darbar square, Bhaktapur Darbar square, Hindus' most religious place Pashupatinath and other sightseeing places. Prepare for tomorrow and rest overnight.

Day 03: Today early in the morning we fly from Kathmandu (1,400 m) to Lukla (2,850 m) and trek to Phakding.
We are sure that you will experience the most beautiful air route,  in the exciting mountain flight you can see 18 different mountains and 4 of them are  (8,000 m) above, After dramatic landing from the surrounded mountains to the Lukla airport we start our trekking for 3 hours all the way to Phakding through  Lukla village. Overnight at Phakding (2,640 m).

Day 04: Today we trek for 6 hours Phakding (2,640 m) to Namche Bazar (3,440 m).
Before we start our trekking there will be short brief about the route, climate, cultural variation and safety.  On the way you will experience the beautiful views of rhododendron flower, rhododendron bush, suspension( hanging ) bridge of the Dudh Koshi (milk river), hilarious mountain views and so on. From Phakding to Namche Bazar (3,440 m)  At end of  Phakding village there is a hanging bridge over the Dudh Koshi(milk river). After 2 hours walk we will reach Monjo, and pass through Sagarmatha (Everest) national park and we reach Jorsole.This will be our last resting point before we climb up to Namche bazar. Stay overnight.

Day 05: Acclimatization day in Namche Bazar (3,440 m).
It is a scheduled day for acclimatization. On this day we should active instead of lazy. In Namchebazar there are restaurants, colorful local market, view point, cyber cafes and every Friday evening and Saturday morning you can visit Sagarmatha (Everest) national park museum where you can observe or research about animals and plants of Everest region. You can go culture trip to traditional Sherpa village, Khumjung with a view of Thamserku(6623 m) , Ama Dablam (6812 m), Mt Everest (8848 m) and many more. Rest overnight in Namchebazar 

Day 06: Today early in the morning we trek for 5 hours from Namche Bazar (3,440 m) to Tengboche (3,860 m).
Before we start our trek there will be short brief about the route, altitude and safety. On the way to Tengboche you can see musk deer ( a type of deer that you  can see only in high altitude), colorful Danphe ( the national bird of Nepal). After crossing air suspension ( hanging) bridge over the Dudh Koshi we climb steps through pine and juniper forests. After 2 hours walk we will be at Tengboche. There is Tengboche gumba ( monastery) and we can see Lhotse (8,516 m), Mt Everest (8,848 m), Ama Dablam (6,812 m) other many more peaks. On October/November's full moon we can see mask dance and Tibetan opera in monastery yard in Mani Rimdu festival . Rest overnight.

Day 07: Today we trek for 5 hours from Tengboche (3,860 m) to Dingboche (4,410 m).
Before we start trekking there will be short brief about further way and altitude. When we leave Tengboche village  there comes a  suspension (hanging ) bridge over the Imjha river.As we cross the bridge, we can see Lhotse (8,516 m), Mt Everest (8,848 m), Ama Dablam (6,812 m) and beautiful mountains of Everest region. After pristine views of Himalayas, Pangboche monastery the  trek moves towards Imjha valley, Lobuche and begins to climb towards Dingboche. In Dingboche we can see stone wall to protect barley, buckwheat and potatoes from the cold, wind and grazing animals. Rest overnight.

Day 08: It is another scheduled acclimatization day in Dingboche (4,410 m).
If we continue to climb you may face health problems due to the high altitude. Dingboche is the perfect place for acclimatization for those who are heading towards  Mt Everest, Ama Dablam and Lhotse.On this day we take rest and explore the places and go for sightseeing.On this day we can hike Chukkung valley for the great views of Mt Everest (8,848 m), Makalu (8,481 m), Lhotse (8,516 m), Nagurjun hill or we can walk 4/5 hours from Dingboche village to Nangkartshing hill (5090 m) to warm up and make our body fit. Rest  overnight.

Day 09: Today early in the morning we leave Dingboche and trek for 4-5 hours all the way to Lobuche (4,930 m).
After breakfast there will be a short brief about further way and altitude, and then our trail begins towards Lobuche. On the ridge way we can see towering views of Tawache and Cholatse. Crossing a wooden bridge we continue our trail towards  Dhukla (4,620 m) through yak grazing pastures. After that we slowly start climbing steps to grave terminal of Khumbu , where we can see memorial graves moraine of Scott Fisher, other climbers and Sherpas who died in 1996 Everest disaster in Khumbu glacier, from this place we can see beautiful views of Lingtren (6,697 m), Pumori (7,145 m), Khumbutse (6,623 m) and Mahalangur mountain. We can't see Mt Everest because Everest is hidden behind  Lhotse and Nuptse. After one hour upstream walk, we will reach Lobuche (4,930 m). Rest overnight.

Day 10: Today we trek for 3 hours from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,180 m) and hike to EBC (5364 m).
Before we start trekking there will be a short brief about further way and altitude. Today our trail continues through windy and rocky path to Gorakshep. We continue our journey to Everest along Mahalangur, Khumbutse , Pumori and many more . Next, hike to EBC and trek back to Gorek shep. Rest overnight.

Day 11: Today we go for short Hike to Kalapatthar (5,545 m) and back to Phirache (4240 m).
We can see beautiful sunrise view from Kalapatthar as well as hilarious views of Mt Everest, Mt Lhotse, Mt Pumori, Mt Lingtren, Mt Khumbutse, Mt Ama Dablam, Mt Changtse, Mt Nuptse and other many more. After short hiking trek back for 5-6 hours all the way down to Phirache(4240 m). Rest  overnight.

Day 12: Today we trek from Phirecha all the way to Namche Bazar (3,440 m).
After breakfast we continue our trail over the Imjha khola, along the hill side down to Namche bazar. On the way we can see musk deer, colorful bird Danphe, Himalayan Thar, beautiful landscape, mountains and typical culture of Sherpas and we reach  Namche bazar. Rest overnight.

Day 13: Today we trek for 6-7 hours from Namche Bazar to Lukla (2810 m).
Today we follow wider round aside to Namche bazar, down through the edge of the Dudh Koshi, Everest National park and descend to green valley of Phakding. After exploring the natural beauty of Phakding we continue our trail to Lukla. In Lukla tonight is your last night in Everest region with your local crew. You can enjoy your last night with your crew in Lukla. Rest  overnight.

Day 14: Today after having breakfast we fly back to Kathmandu.
Carrying lots of beautiful, adventurous and exciting memories of Everest region we fly back to Kathmandu. After landing at the airport you will  be received and transfered to hotel. Next, we will arrange farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant with cultural show. Rest overnight at hotel.

Day 15: Final departure to your destination.
Today Yarsa Treks assists you to the International Airport before 3 hours for your safe departure from Nepal. There will be a small farewell program before your departure.

Service included in cost

• Flight tickets for Kathmandu - Lukla and Lukla-Kathmandu sector
• All ground transportation
• All Accommodation & breakfast
• An experienced English-speaking trekking guide
• All Meals (Breakfast, lunch & dinner)
• Necessary trekking porters to carry your luggage (2 trekkers:1 porter) including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging
• All trekking permits and all paper documents
• Morning tea/coffee with breakfast
• A first aid medical kit
• All government and local taxes

Service excluded in cost

• Visa fee for Nepal entry
• Meals (Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara)
• International flight tickets
• Excess baggage charges
• Your Travel and rescue insurance
• Tea/coffee accept breakfast
• Your Personal expenses such as telephone calls, laundry service, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc.
• Tips for guides and porters
• Anything other not mention in cost include section