Everest Base Camp Trek in Comfort

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The classic trek through Sherpa villages to the base of Mount Everest and Kala Pattar
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star

Highlights

    • Trek to the iconic Everest Base Camp with support from our experienced team of guides, crew and porters
    • Climb Kala Pattar (5545m) for unrivalled views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and surrounding peaks
    • Experience the breathtaking mountain flight to Lukla
    • Immerse yourself in colourful Kathmandu
    • Experience the warmth and hospitality Sherpa culture

What's this trip about?

    The classic trek through Sherpa villages to the base of Mount Everest and Kala Pattar

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityKathmandu
End CityKathmandu

Travel Themes

  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel
  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

  • Asia
  • Nepal

Attractions

  • Kathmandu
  • Kos

Activities

  • Trekking

Trip includes

    • 16 breakfasts, 14 lunches and 14 dinners (including boiled drinking water on trekking days and all meals on trek valued at US$650)
    • Airport transfers if arriving on day 1 and 17 or if you booked pre/post tour accommodation at the Radisson through World Expeditions
    • Return flights to/from Lukla included
    • An extra 5kg luggage allowance on Lukla flight, total 20kg
    • Good quality accommodation in Kathmandu
    • Accommodation on trek in a combination of comfortable eco lodges and our exclusive eco-comfort camps with off the ground camp beds, mattresses and pillows
    • the use of a World Expeditions trek pack which includes a quality sleeping bag, down or fibre fill jacket and sleeping bag liner (valued at over US$500)
    • expert bilingual guide
    • souvenir World Expeditions kit bag
    • group medical kit
    • private transportation
    • porters to carry all personal and group equipment
    • porter's insurance
    • all park entrance fees and trekking permits

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Arrive in Kathmandu

You will be met by a representative of World Expeditions and transferred to the Radisson Hotel. Remainder of the afternoon at leisure. A pre-trek briefing will be given around 4.30-5pm where arrangements will be made for the distribution of your kit bag, sleeping bag ...

Day 2 Free day in Kathmandu or drive to Ramechap (approx 5 hours).

Depending on the season, you will either have a free day to explore Kathmandu's bustling streets and significant landmarks or embark on a bus ride to Ramechap, a small town that operates flights to Lukla, the gate way trekking in the Everest region. Overnight: Radisso...

Day 3 Fly Lukla (2800m). Trek to Ghat (2530m). Walk approx 2 hours

We have an early start with a short flight to STOL airstrip at Lukla. The Tenzing-Hillary Airport in Lukla was established by Sir Edmund Hillary to help access the Everest region and the Sherpa people. It is a picturesque flight with marvelous views of the Eastern Him...

Day 4 To Monjo (2850m). Walk approx 4-5 hours

Today we cross and re-cross the thundering glacial river, named "Dudh" (milk) Kosi (river) because of its colour. Sections of today's walk are through pine forest and cleared areas reveal terraced fields and a variety of crops. We pass small groups of donkeys and yaks...

Day 5 To Namche (3440m). Walk approx 4-5 hours

This morning we cross the green/aqua waters of the Dudh Kosi and pass through the gates of the Sagamartha National Park. The establishment of this national park is a significant attempt to stem the use of fire-wood in the area. Self-contained trek groups must use only...

Day 6 To Kyangjuma (3550m) - Walk approx 3-4 hours

Our trek will start with an incline to Syangboche airstrip and along the ridgeline towards Everest View Hotel. We are welcomed with magnificent views of the surrounding mountains including Everest, Lhotse, Thamserku, Khangtega, Ama Dablam and many more. After a quick ...

Day 7 To Pangboche (3930m), walk approx 6-7 hours

The walk to Pangboche is one of the most spectacular trekking days in Nepal. The trail starts with a gradual descent through rhododendron and pine forests as we approach a suspension bridge to cross the Dudh Kosi. We start our climb through pine forests to the top of ...

Day 8 To Dingboche (4360m), walk approx. 3-4 hours

We follow the Imja Khola to stunning views of Everest, Lhotse, Kantega, Thamserku, Ama Dablam and Nuptse as we descend into the valley and cross the suspension bridge. As we reach the town of Shomare, we gradually ascend above the tree line where the terrain becomes i...

Day 9 Rest day in Dingboche

An important acclimatisation/rest day today with the option of hiking high up to the ridge overlooking the village, or perhaps up to Chukung Village. Excellent views of Nuptse, Lhotse, Chukung Peak and Imja Tse (6189m) are had from both in the valley or from the ridge...

Day 10 To Lobuche (4930m). Walk approx 6 hours

We are gaining altitude and it is important that we move at a slow, steady pace. The slopes are quite barren now as we move above the tree line. Views of different peaks, such as Cholatse and Lobuche, unfold before us in this contrasting and spectacular landscape. We ...

Day 11 To Gorak Shep (5288m) & Base Camp (5360m). Walk approx 7-8 hours

We trek alongside the Khumbu Glacier as the path winds over the rocky moraine towards the settlement of Gorak Shep. We are high, among the glaciers of the world's highest peaks. Following our arrival at Gorak Shep we have an early lunch before we commence our trek to ...

Day 12 Kala Pattar (5545m), & trek Dingboche (4330m), walk approx. 7-8 hours

Kala Pattar is not a Nepali name but a Hindi name and translates to "black rock". From these black rocks atop the hill the views are spectacular. Most eyes are locked on the mass of Everest and its rocky buttresses immediately before us. Many of the famous ascent rout...

Day 13 To Kyangjuma (3550m). Walk approx 7 hours

There may be a tendency to rush as we gradually descend downhill but there is still much to appreciate. We follow the Imja river and eventually cross the Pheriche river to our lunch stop at Deboche. We continue after lunch through serene rhododendron and birch forests to reach Thyangboche monastery and our overnight camp at Kyangjuma. Overnight: Exclusive eco-comfort camp

meals : B,L,D

Day 14 To Monjo (2850m), walk approx. 5-6 hours

If the weather is clear, the mountain views as we approach Namche Bazaar are outstanding. As we approach the end of our trek, we have time to peruse the tibetan shops for souvenirs or even wander the Sherpa capital and relax with a coffee. Leaving Namche we descend th...

Day 15 To Lukla (2800m). Walk approx 5-6 hours

Retracing our steps along the valley, we pass through a variety of settlements and forests before a gentle climb to Lukla. We savour our final mountain sunsets of the trek as we complete this exhilarating journey. Our last evening of the trek is a perfect time to cele...

Day 16 Fly to Kathmandu or return via Ramechap

We start the day with a stunning morning flight over forests and villages to Kathmandu directly or to return via Ramechap. Upon arrival, you be will be transferred back to the Radisson Hotel and have the remainder of the afternoon free. There will be plenty of time to relax or do some last minute shopping/sightseeing. Overnight: Radisson Hotel or similar

meals : B

Day 17 Trip concludes Kathmandu

After breakfast arrangements cease unless further ones have been made. Those people departing by aircraft will be transferred to the airport.

meals : B

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,790
Price per day$164
Last Updated: 5/1/2024
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08 May 2024
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$2,790
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$2,860
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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World Expeditions Reviews & Ratings

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Michael Scholer

Apr 2024

An amazing experience that was made truly possible by booking through World Expeditions

. The team in Nepal went above and beyond to ensure our every requirement was met within their control.. The sherpas, guides, cook, and porters were exemplary, very ...

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Ian Greatwood

Jan 2024

Brilliant adventure with an excellent team

Special thanks to team leader Juddha Rai who coaxed we through some tough days and got me to the end at the top of Kala Patthar, the highest point of the expedition ...

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Philip O'Brien

Jan 2024

Outstanding service provided throughout the trip, from arrival in Kathmandu until departure

Highly recommended.

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Mark Franklin

Nov 2023

This was the perfect adventure for my son and I

We had a great mix of culture and trekking challenge. The trek to EBC was thoroughly enjoyable. World Expeditions took very good care of us. The guide was incredible...

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Debra Martinez

Nov 2023

The World Expeditions team was fantastic! They helped me check the #1 bucket item off my list

Namaste.

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Mary Anderson

Apr 2024

I had to leave the tour early because of illness

My tour guide, Tien, was wonderful. There was a tour participant from Australia who was a physician, and he acted like the tour medical director, demanding I leave...

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Michael Scholer

Apr 2024

An amazing experience that was made truly possible by booking through World Expeditions

. The team in Nepal went above and beyond to ensure our every requirement was met within their control.. The sherpas, guides, cook, and porters were exemplary, very ...

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Terence Gibson

Apr 2024

My wife and I had a wonderful trek in the Annapurna region

We are both 80 but fit and the route was designed to be less exacting than on our last visit to the same area. This allowed ample time to look at the flowering Rhodo...

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
    • Bottled water, aerated & alcoholic drinks
    • Items of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry, etc
    • Tips
    • International flights
    • Airport and departure taxes
    • Visa
    • Travel Insurance

Accommodation

2 nights hotel 4 nights eco lodge 10 nights private eco campsites,
Requirements
On a moderate trek physical activity will generally not exceed eight hours in a day, and altitudes generally not exceeding 5,500 metres. On a moderate adventure the physical activity is sustained and travelers should be comfortable with occasional rough terrain. At any stage of a moderate trek you can expect long steep climbs and descents and a wide range of weather conditions. An example of an average day on moderate trek could include several ascents and descents of 500 metres or more, level ground is rare in the mountains. To prepare for a moderate trek you should begin training at least four to five months before your departure. As a guideline, an hour of aerobic exercise three to four times per week would be considered a minimum requirement. The best preparation is bushwalking involving relatively steep ascents and descents. If you can manage a couple of valley floor to ridgeline ascents per bushwalk, albeit with stops along the way, you will cope with a moderately graded trek. Speed is not important, stamina, confidence and continuity are. Specialist gear required includes walking boots and day pack (a comprehensive gear list is provided in the pre-departure information provided on booking).,
Travel Insurance
We require that you take out a personal travel insurance policy to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. A suggested policy is enclosed with these notes. If you take out an alternative policy, we need to be advised of the details. It is your responsibility to ensure any and all pre-existing medical conditions are adequately covered by your insurer. Please note: if you choose credit card cover, in our experience, this may not insure against high cost needs. For example; helicopter emergency evacuation. If you do decide to choose credit card coverage, please check all policy details thoroughly. You should always carry your travel insurance policy, emergency card and photocopies of your passport and cash cards with you during your trip.
Visa requirements
Yes*
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
  • 17 day trip
  • 13 day trek
  • 2 nights hotel
  • 10 nights private eco-comfort camps
  • 4 nights eco lodge
- Exclusive World Expeditions private permanent camps throughout - Ample Acclimatisation time built into the itinerary -Includes Kala Pattar and excursion to Everest Base Camp -Eco lodges in Lukla - Radisson hotel in Kathmandu, 12 mins walk to Thamel -Experienced local guides with first aid training with Dr Jim Duff - high altitude and remote medicine course held in Kathmandu. (5 days)
Trip ID
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