- Destination:Nepal
- Trip Grade:Moderate
- Max Elevation:5364 m
- Total Duration:12
- Geography:Mountain/Country Side/ Forest/ Village
- Religions:Hinduism/Buddhism
- Ethnic People:Sherpa/Rai
- Transportation:Tourist Bus/Private Vehicle/Flight
- Region:Everest
Everest Base Camp lying on an altitude of 5364m is the gateway to the highest mountain in the world, Mt. Everest. Located in the Everest region of Nepal which draws its name from the massive peak itself, Everest Base Camp is every trekker’s dream. The breathtaking views of the Khumbu Glacier topped off with a graceful rise of the surrounding peaks as you stand on an open, barren field, with colorful praying flags blowing in the wind- this experience draws inner peace in you. As you stand amongst the massive peaks, you feel smaller in comparison and this quenches the thirst of the inner adventurer in you.
Everest Base Camp Trek starts from the ancient Kingdom of Kathmandu which now boasts of incredible diversity in terms of language, culture, and traditions which in turn has managed to find that perfect balance with modernity. As you fly towards the town of Lukla, the short flight will give you the first look of the Himalayas. From Lukla, you will trek amidst beautiful hills and across valleys towards some of the most remote areas of the world. In the village of Tengboche, you will be able to visit Tengboche Monastery which holds cultural and historical importance to the people of the region who majorly follow Tibetan Buddhism.
Independent Trekking Guides Adventure has brought you Everest Base Camp Trek with an efficient itinerary. With great experience in planning treks and expeditions in this region, we hope that this experience will be enriching and will be a milestone in your life. We also give special regards to safety given in consideration the harshness of the climate and the difficult geographic terrain, so, a knowledgeable guide will be there to guide you throughout your trek. Independent Trekking Guides Adventure sincerely hopes that you will experience the beauty and magic of the high mountains and will return with memories to cherish for a lifetime.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350m)
- Day 02: Rest day or Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley.
- Day 03: Fly from KTM to Lukla (2880m), and trek to Phakding (2640m), 4 Hrs walking.
- Day 04: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3445m), 5 to 6 Hrs walking.
- Day 05: Acclimatization day, hike to Everest view hotel.
- Day 06: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3860m), 5 to 6 Hrs walking.
- Day 07: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4250m), 5 to 6 Hrs walking.
- Day 08: Rest day at Dingboche (4250m).
- Day 09: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4900m), 5 to 6 Hrs walking.
- Day 10: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5364m) via Gorakshep (5150m), 8 Hrs walking.
- Day 11: Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar (5545m.) and then to Pheriche (4240m), 7 Hrs walking.
- Day 12: Trek from Pheriche to Tengboche (3860), 5 to 6 Hrs walking.
- Day 13: Trek from Tengboche to Namche Bazaar (3445m), 5 to 6 Hrs walking.
- Day 14: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2880m), 6 to 7 Hrs walking.
- Day 15: Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, 35 minutes.
- Day 16: Final departure.
Detail Itinerary
- Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350m)
You will arrive at the capital city, Kathmandu. Situated inside of a valley, Kathmandu lies on the ancient salt trade route to Tibet along with two other cities, Lalitpur and Bhaktapur. Our representatives will aid you towards your hotel. Overnight in Kathmandu.
- Day 02: Rest day or Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley.
Since you have a free day in Kathmandu, you can visit the various landmarks and cultural heritage around the city. Several of these cultural heritages have a significant importance on the locals’ lives, such as Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, and Boudhanath. Other landmarks such as Basantapur Durbar Square have a deeper connection to the history of the country. Overnight in Kathmandu.
- Day 03: Fly from KTM to Lukla (2880m), and trek to Phakding (2640m), 4 Hrs walking.
From Kathmandu, you will take a short but scenic flight towards the hill town of Lukla. Lukla is famous for being the first stop for travelers bound towards Everest ranges. From Lukla, you will trek towards the village of Phakding which is situated in the Dudh Koshi River Valley. The trail provides you with a beautiful view of the surrounding hills. Overnight in Phakding.
- Day 04: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3445m), 5 to 6 Hrs walking.
From Phakding, a trek of 5 to 6 hours will take you to Namche Bazar. Lying on side of a hill on an altitude of 3445m, this village is majorly inhabited by the famous Sherpa community. From this village, a magnificent view of peaks such as Kongde Ri and Thamserku can be seen rising above smaller hills that look like jewels on a crown. Overnight in Namche Bazar.
- Day 05: Acclimatization day, hike to Everest view hotel.
This day will be spent for acclimatization purposes, which means that in order to prevent cases of altitude sickness, you will rest so that you will get used to the climate of the altitude you are on. However, you can explore the markets of Namche Bazar which is filled with local goods. Also, you will hike to the nearby Everest View Hotel, which, as its name suggests, offers exquisite views of Mt. Everest and its surrounding mountains. Overnight in Namche Bazar.
- Day 06: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3860m), 5 to 6 Hrs walking.
From Namche Bazar, you will take a trail towards the village of Tengboche. This village is majorly inhabited by Tibetan Buddhists and houses Tengboche Monastery which is considered to be the most important and largest monastery in the region. This village offers a direct view of Ama Dablam along with other mountains such as Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Tawache, and Thamserku and so on. Overnight in Tengboche.
- Day 07: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4250m), 5 to 6 Hrs walking.
From Tengboche, you will take a trail towards the village of Dingboche. Dingboche is a small village majorly inhabited by the Sherpa community. The trail will take you through dense forests of pine, juniper, rhododendron which is common in this region. As you trek on, you will view panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, and Amadablam and so on. Overnight in Dingboche.
- Day 08: Rest day at Dingboche (4250m).
You will spend this day resting and acclimatizing at Dingboche at an altitude of 4250m. Dingboche possesses beautiful, green farms which grow crops of barley, potatoes, tea etc. You can explore the surrounding areas which include the Imja Valley as well. Overnight in Dingboche.
- Day 09: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4900m), 5 to 6 Hrs walking.
From Dingboche, you will take a trail towards Lobuche. Lobuche is a small village that is considered to be one of the highest settlements in the world at an altitude of 4900m. On your trail, you will cross the Khumbu Glacier. The village offers incredible views of Ama Dablam, Tawache and Pokalde. Overnight in Lobuche.
- Day 10: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5364m) via Gorakshep (5150m), 8 Hrs walking.
From Lobuche, you will trek towards Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep. Gorakshep is a settlement at 5150m, which is not inhabited year round due to the harsh weather conditions at the altitude of 5150m. As you trek onwards, you will reach Everest Base Camp located at an altitude of 5364m, from where a breathtaking view of the Khumbu Glacier along with peaks of Everest ranges provide a 360-degree view. The colorful prayer flags are tied all around which makes the view more beautiful. You will trek back towards Gorakshep. Overnight in Gorakshep.
- Day 11: Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar (5545m.) and then to Pheriche (4240m), 7 Hrs walking.
A little way from Gorakshep lies the modest peak of Kala Patthar whose peak is measured at an altitude of 5545m. You will trek to the peak which is famous for a panoramic view of Everest and its surrounding mountains such as Lhotse, Nuptse etc. The view is even more incredible due to the fact that a full and direct view of Everest is rare because of its structure and massive height. You will then trek towards the village of Pheriche. The terrain now mostly consists of wide fields on the shadows of large barren mountains which makes up for an incredible view. Overnight in Pheriche.
- Day 12: Trek from Pheriche to Tengboche (3860), 5 to 6 Hrs walking.
You will take a trail back towards the village of Tengboche from Pheriche. You will cross the Pheriche valley and reach Tengboche in a time of 5 to 6 hours, where the views of Ama Dablam and Everest are prominent on the skyline. Overnight in Tengboche.
- Day 13: Trek from Tengboche to Namche Bazaar (3445m), 5 to 6 Hrs walking.
From Tengboche, you will take a trail back towards Namche Bazar. The terrain will gradually change from sparsely populated flora to lush, green hills with the view of snowy peaks above the hills. Overnight in Namche Bazar.
- Day 14: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2880m), 6 to 7 Hrs walking.
From Namche Bazar, you will trek back towards the town of Lukla via Phakding. This trail will take you 6 to 7 hours to tackle. Once in Lukla, you can explore the quaint streets which offer tourists a wide variety of cafes for good food and serene ambience. Overnight in Lukla.
- Day 15: Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, 35 minutes.
A flight from Lukla will take you back towards the capital city, Kathmandu. The flight may be short, but it will offer you one last panoramic look of the Himalayas which you are sure to cherish after such a wonderful journey. Once in Kathmandu, you can choose to explore the city which is considered to be one of the best in the country in terms of lifestyle, culture and cuisine. Overnight in Kathmandu.
- Day 16: Final departure.
Your trek has come to a successful and beautiful end. Our representatives will aid you for your departure. We hope for you to join us again in the future and remember us for such treks, climbs or expeditions to various parts of Nepal.
Flexible local company
Great locally based company. Flexible and able to cater for couples through to larger groups. Have used them for Annapurna and for Everest/Gokyo lakes treks as well as around Kathmandu. Will even sort out Kathmandu hotels and airport pick up etc as well as cultural tours
Great organisation and network in Nepal
Jagat and his team were top notch with organising our trek, transfers and accommodation both in Kathmandu and on the Everest trek. Our guide Gopi and porters were excellent especially when I had to come down early due to altitude sickness. My other two friends are still up there doing the Island Peak climb. Jagat has a strong network in both Kathmandu and on the Everest trail so things can be organised easily.
I strongly recommend you use Independent Trekking Guide Cooperative
Family trek with small children in Langtang valley
We spent a week in the Langtang valley with Chet and his team. We did a 7-day trek with our 3 children aged 6, 4 and 1 years old. Everything went very smoothly thanks to the professionalism of the team. Chet and Jagat welcomed us at the airport and took care of us up until the very last day. The tea houses along the trek were carefully selected with good food and no food poisoning. Chet has been a very kind, attentive guide. The 2 porters were also incredibly kind and helpful. The children loved it! We will certainly use this organisation when we go back next time.
BADASS !! Manaslu Circuit 2023
My friend and I’s first time in this wildly beautiful country was made into the most incredible experience by the people at Independent Trekking Guides Co-op. From the first few emails to arriving in Kathmandu, all along the journey until our parting we were taken care of in all ways and beyond. The organization, communication, attentiveness, and flexibility were top notch. Seamless from the very beginning, even when plans change, inevitably. Perhaps most importantly they possess a kindness and presence that is uniquely Nepali and brought a depth and sweetness to our experience that is hard to put into words. Thank you Gopi, our guide, for bringing us through the mountains and for your immense knowledge, humour, heart and focus over the 2 weeks we spent together, suffering and triumphing moment to moment. Chandra, our porter, thank you for your warmth, your spirit, and absolute beast mode strength that I will revere and talk about as long as I live. Gopi and Chandra enriched our experience and perspective of Nepal and it’s people, landscapes and ways that are entirely unique and both astounding and inspiring. We very much became a unit together in our own way and worked together till the very end. I will never forget coming down off the Larkya La pass and sledding down the snow together (trying not to fly off the side) after a gruelling journey and the bliss that brought us to laugh and be silly. Jagat, thank you for your commitment to excellence in providing people from around the world with such an immensely wonderful experience of your country and to your own people through the same love and care you pour into your community. I absolutely cannot recommend Independent Trekking Guides Co-op of Nepal more… they are it and they are doing it right. The value, depth, connection to the culture and land, and commitment to safety and experience is unlike any other tour company out there. Time in Nepal changes your life in many subtle and huge ways, some that I have yet to know or understand myself and I look forward to coming back for more, and I will be journeying with none other than these guys. Much love to Jagat, Gopi and Chandra, and everyone else we encountered along the way. Till next time. - Laura & Abbie
Blast!
We had a blast! Guides were so caring and hospitable! They worked very hard to ensure we have a great experience in Kathmandu and on the trek. Would love to go on another adventure with them!
Best team I have seen
This is my fourth expedition with Independent Trekking Guides, and each one gets better! Our team of 20 travelled the Tamang Heritage Trek as well as the Langtang trek, climbing Yala Peak as the high point. Chet was our lead guide, and was exceptional. No food/water-born illnesses on the trek, which is a credit to the attention to detail that the ITG cooks paid to each meal. At base camp, incredible energy was put into chopping ice and melting it for drinking and cooking. The cooks created amazing meals at our high camp as well. The ITG staff is the most friendly, considerate, and knowledgeable team I have seen in Nepal. Highly recommend
Excellent guide service!
Jagat and his team were amazing to work with. This was the second trek that I've been on with them, and I can't say enough good about the experience. If you are planning a trek in Nepal, I would definitely recommend this outfit. Very professional and friendly. Previously we used them as a guide service for the Poon Hill trek. This year we did the Helambu trek. We booked the Helambu trek several months in advance, but the week of the trek the area received significant snowfall. The guides safely led our party through the trek with no injuries. We also had a wonderful Jeep tour on the way back to Kathmandu. It was a great experience working with them!
Highly Recommend
People heading to trek in Nepal typically do so to see and experience the magnificent mountains. Many. However, end up discovering Nepal’s greater gem – her people. Their warmth, hospitality and cheerful smiles are unmatched anywhere in the world, in my opinion. And Jagat Lama and his team at Nepal Independent Trekking Guides exemplifies this like no other. Of the 13 trips I have made to Nepal so far, I’ve spent time on 11 of them with Jagat, Chet, Chandra and many others within the cooperative. I consider them among my most cherished friends. As far as leading treks, I wholeheartedly endorse them. They are masters of organization and maintain an unparalleled network of porters and guides. Your safety is their prime concern. They offer flexibility and freedom you won’t find in many, if any, other Nepali outfitters. You’ll never be herded like cattle on tight schedules, forced to push ahead at a pace you’re not comfortable with. They know exactly how to make your trek as outstanding as it can possible be – perfect for you and your companions. They will open a window for you into the most wonderful people, sights, tastes and experiences authentic Nepal has to offer. I highly recommend them.
A very different trekking company
Even though I never had the great pleasure of trekking with Jagat Lama or any other of his team, I know some friends who have and were utterly pleased.
I met Jagat Lama 9 years ago or so and try to see him every time I come to Nepal which is almost every year. He's always been of great service for anything I needed his help or advice for, took time off his over busy schedule with a smile, and is just a delightful person to be with, speaking excellent English, being always polite, kind and cheerful.
2 years ago he helped organise a trek to Mustang for my son and myself.
By the way, Jagat Lama has started out as a porter at a very young age and this is probably the toughest job in the world, having to carry weights sometimes up to 80 kgs, having to deal with high altitude, bitter cold and fatigue, eating poorly in order to save money for their families, getting very low salaries ; such is the tough life of a porter. But Jagat Lama had great vision and talent.
So after many years of extremely hard work and thanks to his capacity of having learned English so quickly , Jagat Lama then became a guide taking groups or individual clients all over Nepal. His kindness and proficiency earned him a lot of sympathy and faithful clients coming back year after year.
But having experienced himself the hardships as a porter, who very often are ruthlessly exploited demanding them to carry maximum weight, Jagat one day decided that this was enough. He thus created his own Trekking Guide Cooperative working only with locals and making sure that they were treated correctly concerning weights and salaries as well as ensuring them decent conditions during the trek!
This makes his company stand apart from many other mostly profit oriented companies, a lot of which are foreign.
And in his spare time, which means Jagat Lama has hardly ever a moment for himself, he goes to his native mountain village Kumari, but the many extraordinary achievements Jagat Lama achieved there, are too long to explain here. But you might want to check it out: "healthanded4nepal.org"
There you will find out how Jagat Lama struggled all his life to help his remote mountain village Kumari, creating the first school and hospital which were sadly destroyed during the devastating earthquakes in 2015. But instead of moaning and giving up, Jagat just rebuilt everything!!! Yes!! It's truly impressive when you learn about his his story and I'm deeply honoured to have such a compassionate and humble human being as my friend.
By the way, you must check out his Kumari coffeee shop not far from Swayambhunath temple, the best coffee (organic of course) of the whole valley!!!
Totally tailored to my needs and so well looked after
This is the real deal. It is the best collection of independent, authentic and experienced Nepalese trekking guides. Jagat met me at my hotel and organised for me to be accompanied by Gopi Lama for a 6 day trek in the Annapurna region. We could stop or go slow whenever I liked and he always got me the best rooms in the guest houses. He was knowledgeable, spoke great english and was great company. And the route we took matched all my requirements to see the best views but not too much climbing at my age of 65. Highly recommended. And not expensive.
