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The Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most scenic trekking adventures in the world. Situated at an elevation of 5,363 metres above sea level, the base camp of Mt. Everest is a stunning destination that any trekker dreams of having in their life. Trekking to Everest base camp offers a beautiful experience of exploring the wilderness of the Everest region.
Many people confuse trekking to the base camp with climbing to the top of the mountain. But that is not the case. You will be walking along the beautiful trail, and you do not require any technical climbing skills to be on this trip. Although it is a walking trip, you should definitely prepare yourself in a holistic way. As a high-altitude trekking tour, the trek demands a good level of physical fitness and mental readiness. We will talk about it in detail later. Tripadvisor
If there is something called an adventure of a lifetime, it happens when you trek to the base camp of Mt. Everest. There are many factors that make this trek an incredible experience, from the snow-capped mountains to the local Sherpa people and their lifestyle.
As soon as you start the trek from Lukla, the trail brings so many beautiful things to you. You will find yourself amidst beautiful nature and mountains where you can breathe refreshing air. Walking through the trail in such pristine surroundings is simply an incredible experience. As you trek towards a higher altitude towards the base camp, you will walk past many beautiful settlements. You will get to explore the local lifestyle and talk to the welcoming locals.
Everest base camp trekking altitude is an important thing to know and consider before you book the trek.
Do you already know how high the trek goes? If you did not have any idea, we are giving you the details.
The Everest Base Camp is 5,363 metres above sea level, but it is not the highest altitude that you reach on the trek. You will reach 5,545 metres above sea level when you hike to Kalapatthar, which is the highest altitude on the trek.
When you start the trek at Lukla, you will be at 2860 metres of altitude, and when you are at Kalapatthar, you will be standing at 5,545 metres above sea level. It was a massive altitude gain during the trek to EBC.
Another important piece of information that you should know before booking the trip is about the Everest base camp trek itinerary. If you know how many days you will need to do the trek, it will be easier for you to plan the adventure.
Our Everest base camp trekking itinerary is 15 days in total in Nepal. It counts from your arrival day in Nepal to your departure from the country. You will spend three nights in Kathmandu and eleven nights in the Everest region. The itinerary consists of a sightseeing tour in Kathmandu, trekking days, and acclimatization days along the trail. When you trek to a high altitude, like the one to Everest base camp, acclimatization days are an important part of the plan. These days are helpful in high-altitude trekking as they give us enough time to adjust to the changing elevation of the mountains.
The two acclimatization days at Namche Bazar and Dingboche are an integral part of the itinerary while trekking up towards the base camp.
So, when you plan to go on the EBC trek with us, you will need to have at least 15 days to spend in Nepal. You can complete the Everest Base Camp Trek in 12 days from Kathmandu to Kathmandu.
When you plan a trekking adventure to the base camp of Mt. Everest, one of the exciting things about it is the flight to Lukla. The small airstrip in the small village of Lukla is one of the most adventurous airports in the world. You can fly to Lukla from Kathmandu and Ramechhap to start your trek. It is a short and yet wonderful mountain flight. You will love the experience of flying on a small plane to the mountains.
When you fly to Lukla from Kathmandu, it takes you about 35–40 minutes, and when you do it from Ramechhap, the flight time is only 15–20 minutes. But when you take a flight from Ramechhap to Lukla, you will need to drive for 5 hours to reach Ramechhap from Kathmandu to catch the flight.
Physical and mental preparedness for the EBC Trek
One of the most important aspects of the EBC trek is your preparedness. Since the trek demands physical and mental involvement, you have to get strong physically and mentally. With a little bit of regular training for physical and mental toughness, you can achieve this.
Doing regular cardio and strength training and walking as much as you can will keep you in shape for the trek. You will need to walk for 11 days up and down the mountains. The trail has some serious stairs that you need to walk past. So, keeping your physical and mental strength in shape is essential for the EBC trekking adventure.
| Group Size | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | $1390 per person |
| 2-4 Persons | $1290 per person |
| 5-10 Persons | $1190 per person |
| 11-16 Persons | $1090 per person |
You will arrive in Kathmandu today. We will welcome you at the arrival section of the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and drive you to the hotel. Since it is an arrival day, there is no activity planned so you can rest, relax, and explore the surroundings a bit after checking into the hotel.
It is a preparation day for the trek and we take this opportunity to explore Kathmandu today. We will go for a beautiful sightseeing day tour of the cultural heritage sites in Kathmandu valley. The tour starts after breakfast and we will visit four places – Swoyambhunath, Patan Durbar Square, Boudhanath, and Pashupatinath Temple. This tour gives you a wonderful experience of culture, history, spirituality, and art and crafts of Kathmandu valley.
We are going to start the trek today towards the Everest Base Camp. Before starting the trek, we need to fly to Lukla, the gateway to Everest. We take a flight to Lukla either from Kathmandu or from Ramechhap. If we take a flight from Ramechhap, we need to drive for 5 hours before boarding the plane. It is a 40-minute flight to Lukla from Kathmandu where as it is just a 20 minute flight from Ramechhap.
After landing at Lukla airport and getting ready for the walk of the day, we head towards Phakding to call it a day. We check into a teahouse at Phakding and settle for the day to relax.
We are on the second day of the Everest Base Camp Trek and are going to trek to Namche Bazar today. The trek is full of small and beautiful settlements, peaceful natural surroundings, many suspension bridges, and a nice and winding trail to the destination for the day.
Namche Bazar is a beautiful and bustling town situated on a slope in the mountains and a popular stopover for the trekkers to the base camp and Gokyo valley. We settle into a teahouse here for the day and explore the town for the rest of the day.
It is an extra day here at Namche Bazar which will give us plenty of time to get used to with the increasing elevation in the mountains. We can go for a hiking trip in the surroundings which will take us out and do some activities to train our body and mind to adjust with the weather and surroundings outside.
We are making progress towards the Everest base camp day by day on our trekking adventure. The trek for the day will take us to a small and beautiful settlement called Deboche along Imja Khola.
We will trek past another little settlement of Tengboche where we will explore a beautiful monastery. Tengboche monastery is a center to reflect the spiritual lifestyle of people living in the region. We will stop and visit the monastery before heading towards Deboche village to stay overnight.
Our day trek today starts after the breakfast and we head towards Dingboche as the destination for the day. We are gaining elevation and we can see the change in the landscapes and vegetation as we go higher. When we reach Dingboche today, we will be at the elevation of 4,410 meters above sea level.
Once we reach the teahouse at Dingboche and check into it, we will relax for the rest of the time.
We will spend another full day at Dingboche exploring the surroundings to give ourselves more time to adjust in the high-altitude climate. As it is an acclimatization day, we will go for a hiking to a place with a higher elevation that Dingboche and return to stay overnight.
After spending a full day at Dingboche, we are now ready to trek to a place with higher altitude. The trek for the day today will take us to Lobuche, a small settlement along the region where the trail from Gokyo Valley and Namche Bazar meet. Lobuche is also a poular overnight place for the trekkers and mountaineers alike.
Finally, the day to reach to the base camp of the highest mountain on earth is going to be over today. The walk towards Everest Base Camp starts after breakfast at Lobuche today. We will trek slowly towards Gorakshep to check into a teahouse and have lunch before heading to the base camp.
Since we are gaining altitude, we have to be careful and walk slowly along the boulder-filled trail. The round trip from Gorakshep to Everest base camp is about 5 to 7 hours. After spending some quality time at the Everest base camp, we trek back to Gorakshep to stay overnight.
After a beautiful day of trekking to the Everest base camp, we are going hike to another highlight of the trek today. We start the hike to Kalapatthar early in the morning from Gorakshep. When we reach Kalapatthar, we will find stunning views of the Himalayan peaks in the region. We trek back to Gorakshep after spending some time at Kalapatthar. We will take our breakfast at the teahouse in Gorakshep and prepare for the trek of the day. The trek today will take us to Pheriche to stay overnight.
We are on the second last day of the trekking in the Everest region and we are going to trek to Monjo today. The takes us past Namche Bazar to Monjo, a small village near Phakding.
The final day of the trek takes us to Lukla today. We will reach Lukla and bid farewell to the Nepali team who carried our stuff to the base camp and brought us back to Lukla safely. We will have some free time to go around the village, explore and enjoy.
We will fly either to Ramechhap or to Kathmandu today. If we fly to Ramechhap, we will drive to Kathmandu for five hours.
The Everest Base Camp Trek comes to end today. We will drive you to the airport for your departure flight. You will be good with the flight if you reach to the airport two hours before your flight time. We will arrange the drop off service accordingly.
| SN | Start Date | Trip Duration | Cost Per Person | Availability | Join Group |
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| 1 | 2025-05-04 | 15 Days | USD 1430 | Available | |
| 2 | 2025-05-12 | 15 Days | USD 1430 | Available | |
| 3 | 2025-05-14 | 15 Days | USD 1430 | Available | |
| 4 | 2025-05-20 | 15 Days | USD 1430 | Available | |
| 5 | 2025-05-22 | 15 Days | USD 1430 | Available | |
| 6 | 2025-05-30 | 15 Days | USD 1430 | Available |
| SN | Start Date | Trip Duration | Cost Per Person | Availability | Join Group |
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| 1 | 2025-06-02 | 15 Days | USD 1430 | Available | |
| 2 | 2025-06-04 | 15 Days | USD 1430 | Available | |
| 3 | 2025-06-12 | 15 Days | USD 1430 | Available |
| SN | Start Date | Trip Duration | Cost Per Person | Availability | Join Group |
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| 1 | 2025-07-06 | 15 Days | USD 1430 | Available |
Yes. All of the necessary permits and conservation fees for your trek are included in the price and will be arranged for you by Himalaya Heart prior to your trek. (we prefer doing this on line before your arrival) For certain restricted regions (like Manaslu and Upper Mustang) we need to have a full day in Kathmandu prior to your trek as we need your passport for the permit registration.
We have fixed departures clearly stated in the website otherwise if you are planning to make your tour specific to you and your group the tour starts on the date that works best for you.Typically, you need 2 days in Kathmandu prior to your trek.
You can leave your additional luggage at your hotel in Kathmandu or at our company office in Thamel. Either way, your luggage will be waiting for you at your hotel when you return back from your trek.
You can buy virtually everything you need for trekking from down jackets to water bottles in Kathmandu. There is a variety of branded stores as well as a large selection of copied products mainly in Thamel that are of fairly good quality. It’s still worth bringing your own gear if it doesn’t take up too much weight, especially your own trekking boots to avoid any potential issues when purchasing new shoes.
You should bring trekking boots that are comfortable and broken in. There can be some snow at higher altitudes especially when crossing high passes, so it’s good to be prepared for a variety of conditions. Your footwear should be strong and durable. It should have a chunky sole—preferably made of Vibram or another durable material—and should also protect your ankles.
Tipping is not required but is expected, and really depends on how happy you were with the service. Guides (both for trekking and cultural tours), porters, and drivers are typically provided with a tip at the end of their service with you.
Most days in the mountains involve 4-6 hours and longer of trekking. When you consider your day starts at 8 am and ends around 4-5 pm, it’s not too arduous as you’ll be taking a number of breaks and stopping for lunch along the way. The higher you get in elevation (especially in the Everest region), the shorter your trekking days will get to ensure we minimize the risk of altitude sickness.
If you fall ill during your trek, the course of action depends on what’s wrong. If it’s altitude sickness, moving to lower altitudes and taking altitude medication will solve this in most cases; if it’s severe, our guide will arrange for an emergency evacuation by helicopter Himalayan Heart will cover the initial costs then claim from your insurer (be sure that emergency helicopter rescue is covered in your travel insurance it is an essential requirement before travelling with us). If you have stomach sickness or another type of food or water-related illness, our guide will have medication on-hand for most common illnesses.
You only need to carry your day pack with daily essentials (sunblock, water, hat, light jacket, and camera) Our porters carry the bulk of your gear, such as extra clothing and overnight essentials.
All of our guides at Himalaya Heart speak English and have had many years of experience in guiding foreign travelers. It’s a requirement that they all are trained in first aid as well and we carry a first aid kit during the trek.
For group treks (treks that start on a specific date and are open for travelers to join), the group size can range from 2-10 people but typically ends up being around 4-6 people.
The cost of the Everest Base Camp Trek can vary depending on the season and the level of luxury you prefer. The cost includes permits, guides, and porters, as well as accommodation and meals.
The average cost of the Everest Base Camp Trek is around $1200 to $2000 per person, depending on the itinerary and the level of luxury you prefer. It is recommended to book the trek through a reputable tour operator to ensure a safe and comfortable trekking experience.
The Everest Base Camp Trek requires two permits: the Sagarmatha National Park Permit and the Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) permit. The Sagarmatha National Park Permit costs $34, and the TIMS permit costs $20 for individual trekkers and $10 for group trekkers.
The permits can be obtained from the Nepal Tourism Board office in Kathmandu or from the checkpoints along the trail. It is essential to carry the permits at all times during the trek.
A good quality packing list is essential for a comfortable and safe trekking experience. The essential items for the Everest Base Camp Trek include:
The altitude on the Everest Base Camp Trek can be a significant challenge for many trekkers. The trek reaches an altitude of 5,545 meters at Kala Patthar,
Check the list of items necessary for trekking in Nepal.
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Mikael Johanson
Italy
2nd February, 2023
It was Great Trek
A fantastic experience for me. Met at the airport and taken care of by Hari. Excellent arrangement of helicopter when Lukla weather was bad, in both directions. Thanks Hari! And my guide and friend Loki. Service minded and strong with knowledge of every mountain as well as every step of the trek. Thanks Loki for making my trip to an experience for life! I will highly recommend Himalaya Heart Treks & Expedition.
Emily
Australia
2nd February, 2023
Nepal Trek
My mother and I just got home from a 2-week trip to hike the Everest Base Camp track.
We were guided by Hari, who came strongly recommended via multiple reviews online and was just as fabulous in person.
From touching down in Kathmandu, the team at Himalaya Heart were waiting for us with Marigold flowers to show us some true Nepalese culture.
Our first day we were taken around Thamel, to ensure we had all the equipment required. We did bring most things as described on the packing list given to us before departure however it was handy to go around with our guide to make sure we had the final things before we departed.
From the morning we left out hotel, our guide Hari, constantly made sure we were comfortable and well informed on what was going on ahead of us. We were fortunate because they managed to organise us a helicopter from Kathmandu to Lukla, ensuring we had a safe and easy trip up the hill.
Each night our accommodation provided to us along the trek was fabulous, with Hari continuously ensuring we have the best options provided to us.
Upon mealtime, he would also check with the chef's at each hotel to see what produce was the freshest to ensure we were always eating quality and healthy food.
Over the course of the next 8 days, we trekked from Lukla to EBC while maintaining a solid pace and feeling very strong. The guidance provided to us from our guide Hari definitely helped us achieve our goals of reaching base camp.
If you are contemplating booking with Himilaya Heart Treks, I would strongly consider you do because my mother and I cannot recommend them strongly enough.
Thank you for making the trek one we will remember for a lifetime.
Neyavan
France
3rd February, 2023
Beautiful views, challenging and extremely enjoyable
(Everest Base Camp) The trek was challenging, however it was very rewarding. The scenes are amazing throughout the entire trek, only getting better each day. We went during off-peak time (early December), so it wasn't as packed as most other times. Above all, our guide, Dripendra, was beyond amazing. He catered to our pace, whether it be faster or slower, educated us about difference sites along the trek, and was very enjoyable to hang around.
Tony
United States
7th February, 2023
Amazing trek wit Himalaya Heart
So pleased to have found Himalaya Heart and based on feedback on sites like this chose them for our trek. We could not have been better looked after from start to finish, proved to be such a good decision to use this local business run by guides rather than one of the big companies. It was just myself and my son and we wanted to go ourselves rather than in a big group. Thakur was responsive and helpful with Emails before the trek which helped us with planning, what kit to bring etc. We were met at the airport by Milan and from that moment Himalaya Heart looked after us perfectly. Our guide Arjun I had already read the great reviews of, and he was fantastic, we had total faith in him and he made the trip run so smoothly. He was our guide, companion, cards and chess opponent, waiter, doctor and always had the next leg planned and teahouse booked. He looked after me when I got sick at Lobuche and altered our plans so that we took a rest day there to recover, and then did Kala Patthar in a day and back from Lobuche meaning we had the summit to ourselves, which was simply magical. Our ever smiling porter Ram (or Super-Ram as we came to describe him), was brilliant also, always beating us to our destination despite carrying both our duffle bags. Amazing respect for these guys. At the end of the trek Hari took us out for dinner in Kathmandu which was a very nice touch. We had some time left so booked a White Water rafting trip through Hari which was perfectly organised too. Milan, who had met us at the airport on our arrival, also took us to the airport when the time came to leave. Never I have had such amazing customer care, and am so happy I chose to support a local growing business run by guides, I wish them all the success they deserve, and when we return we will for sure be booking with them again. My son wants to bring his mates back and do Island Peak, and I may see if I can persuade my wife to come and do the Annapurna Panorama trip (Hari's recommendation). For a first time visitor to Nepal all I can say is I am so pleased that we went, it exceeded all my expectations, and Himalaya Heart made it so easy (well, apart from walking up the big hills, that bit was still hard).
Phil Rexroth
Australia
12th July, 2023
Amazing trip
We did the Everest Base Camp trek with Himalaya Heart, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience! We had the honor of the first trek with them since COVID hit, and the disruption didn’t seem to have knocked them off their stride at all.
Our guide Hari picked us up personally at the airport, and he was a consummate pro. We couldn’t have asked for better in a guide: Hari was knowledgeable, courteous, spoke great English, and was always one step ahead (literally and figuratively) in anticipating what we would need and when we would need it. More than that, he was just a great all-around guy, and by the end of the trip we could honestly say we considered him not just a guide, but also a friend.
On the logistics side, Himalaya Heart was up front with all the info we needed, and they were very responsive to our questions via email and WhatsApp. The price they quoted never changed, and they were very clear about what was and was not included in our trek package. They even facilitated our COVID tests for our return travel so we didn’t have to worry about how we would get that done. Thakur and Shital were honest brokers who obviously cared about our experience, and they went out of their way to ensure we were completely satisfied.
I highly recommend Himalaya Heart for trekking in Nepal, particularly if you are looking to support a reasonably-priced, local company. These guys handle their business like pros, and I would use them again with no hesitation.
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Australia
10th May, 2024
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Apr 2024
Awesome trip. Thank you Hari for helping me and my son reach Everest Base Camp. You were a great support on the trek and in Kathmandu. Friend for life! We will definitely use Hari again in the future. Thanks again.