Everest Base Camp Trek 17 Days

You are heartily welcome to the Himalayan kingdom of Nepal. Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport Kathmandu and after clearing customs and immigration, you will be welcomed, greeted at the first meeting by Sherpa Expedition and Trekking representative at the arrival zone Then, you are free hassle transferred with private Tourist transportation to selected hotel in Kathmandu, centrally and conveniently located in the Thamel area of Kathmandu. This place is well known as an exciting tourist hub and has a full range of restaurants and cuisine, gear and souvenir shops, pubs, nightspots, and tourist facilities. Today no further activities.

After having breakfast in the morning, 8:00 am Sherpa Expedition and Trekking City tour guide takes you to a sightseeing trip begins and takes you to several cultural sites and places of historic interest in the Kathmandu Valley. A private car and guide will lead the way!

After having breakfast at the hotel, We will move towards Tribhuvan Domestic Airport for an early morning flight to Lukla. Lukla is the gateway to the entire Everest Region. After arriving at Lukla, we will follow the trail that is gradual uphill hiking through the left bank of Dudh Koshi River. We will pass along many Mani walls before we reach Ghat. From Ghat, we will have both uphill and downhill trekking to reach Phakding. We stay overnight at teahouse.

From Phakding, We will cross a small stream and start to climb up until we reach Banker. From here, we have both uphill and downhill trekking. We will stop at the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park for registration and buy a permit. Then, We will make a steady climb towards Namche Bazaar- the Sherpa capital town. We will spend two days at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and exploration.

Today is especially sectioned for acclimatization. After breakfast, we will hike to Syangboche Airport (3700m), supposed to be the highest airport in the earth, then continue hiking up to Everest View Hotel (3,800m) for great panoramic views of the Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Amadablam, Tawache, and other snow-capped Himalayan peaks. On the way back, we visit the Sherpa Museum and Everest Photo Gallery. We stay overnight at Teahouse.

After spending two days at Namche Bazaar, We will continue the trek toward Tangboche. The path brings us to the Mongla pass at an altitude of 3,975m. We will continue trek the trail offers an excellent view of some adorable mountains and finally to the biggest and largest monastery of the Khumbu region, Tengboche.

From Tengboche, we will trek through the lush alpine forest. We will come across several small villages on the trail. Here we will have a great opportunity to see the Himalayan life. Passing through Khumbila Khola Valley and climb up towards the ridgeline, We will be awe-stricken by surrounding landscape. The trail towards Dingboche offers a jaw-dropping view of Mt. Nuptse, Cholaste Peak, and many other snow-capped peaks. We stay overnight at Dingboche.

Today is the perfect scheduled destination included in the itinerary for acclimatization before ascending to the higher elevation above 4,000m. Today your guides arrange a short hike in Chhukung valley to adjust the AMS or thin air for next day trek. In the early morning, we trace the north ridge of Dingboche and climb the Nangkar Tshang Peak (5,616m/18,425ft). On the halfway to the peak, there is a popular Nangkar Tshang gompa which is the best spot for short rest and exploration. The short hike today offers the magnificent view of glorious mountains like Makalu (8,463m), Lhotse (8,516m), Cho Oyo (8,201m), and Ama Dablam (6,856mt). Finally, after the hike, we return back to Dingboche and enjoy the late sun in the summer valley. You will stay at Dingboche at teahouse.

After spending a full day at Dingboche. We will head towards Lobuche via the steep terminal Moraine left by Khumbu Glacier. We might feel a little difficult while ascending uphill but the scene at the backdrop keeps us motivated. At the top of the hill, we will find numerous memorials for the climbers who have lost their lives climbing Mount Everest. After walking sometimes we will reach Lobuche for overnight stay.

From Lobuche, After a short trek through meadows, see down at the Khumbu glacier. Straight ahead is Kalapattar – the best vantage point to view the entire south side of Mount Everest and the surrounding High Himalayas peaks. After two hours of walk, we reach Gorekshep. In the evening if weather is clear we can go Kalapatthar for sunset views.

Today, We’ll take an early morning hike to Kala Patthar (5,545m), the highest point of our trek. Kala Patthar gives another finest view of the highest mountains such as Mount Everest (8,848m), Mt. Lhotse (8516m), Mt. Nuptse (7861m), Mt. Cho-Oyu (8201m), Mt. Pumori (7145m) and many others. The changing color of mountains from pink to silver-white by morning sunlight is so beautiful. After you enjoy enough time there, we trek back to Gorakshep. After having lunch,
we will continue our journey to Mt. Everest base camp. Here is not much elevation gain, but here are a lot of ups and downs hills and, combined with altitude, tIt will be an exhausting trek – but the journey is worth it. After approximately three hours of walking, we will arrive at the base camp and enjoy a spectacular view of the Khumbu glacier and icefall, where the Everest expeditions begin. We will set up our camp for overnight stay at Mount Everest Base Camp.

From Everest Base Camp, After having some marvelous time over there we will descend down the lateral moraine of Khumbu Glacier. We will trek down to Gorakshep and take breakfast, and continue returning down to Pheriche. we will stay in Periche at the teahouse.

After having breakfast, we will trek down along the glacial river and retrace the village Orso, then follow the west bank of Imja Khola to Somare. The path hereafter traces to Pangboche and drops down to Imja Khola before ascending to Debuche from where we take a short incline walk to the hilltop of Tengboche monasteries through dense rhododendron forest. Retracing the trail from Tengboche, the path finally descends to Phunki Thenga (3,250m) and then climbs a ridge to Sanasa fork from where the trail reasonably easier to Namche for today’s accommodation with hot shower. Namche is the perfect place to celebrate the triumph and accomplishment of the trek. You will stay in Namche at teahouse.

Today after having breakfast we leave Namche, the trail takes steep descent route crossing a Hillary suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi River and through dense forest. The trail retraces the route of Sagarmatha National park up to Monjo and then takes a steep descent to Benkar, Ghat, and Cheplung with the wonderful vista of sparkling peaks on the background. Eventually from Cheplung, we ascend for more than an hour and reach our today final destination at Lukla. In this evening time, there may be a party atmosphere at Lukla. Enjoy the moment and celebrate with our trekking team. We will stay in Lukla at hotel.

After breakfast, we will take an early morning short flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. You will be transferred to the hotel. You can either have rest in the hotel or visit around the Thamel area. Walking around the streets of Thamel can be worth spending some time in Kathmandu. In the evening you will sit together with the Sherpa team in the farewell dinner organized by Sherpa Expedition and Trekking for celebrating the completion of the Everest Base Camp trek successfully.

After exhausting trekking, today is a rest day for you. Get your body massaged, leisurely stroll around Thamel and buy souvenirs, explore Garden of Dreams for some relaxing time. This day is also a spare day to use for the flight back to Kathmandu in case there wasn’t a flight the day before due to bad weather.

Sherpa Expedition and Trekking representative will accompany you by private vehicle to the international airport for your final departure home. We really hope that you’ve enjoyed the adventure holiday in Nepal with Sherpa Team. Please remember Sherpa Expedition and Trekking fondly and we hope that you will come back soon! Have a pleasant journey home! 🙏