Classic Everest Base camp trek
type: trekking
duration: 15 days
The trek begins with a 45 min. flight to Lukla (2850m), from where you’ll follow the Dudh Kosi (milk river) up to Namche Bazaar (3446m), stopping the first night in Phakding (about 2652m), 3hrs walk from Namche Bazaar, the main settlement in Khumbu, you will proceed up the steep-sided Tengboche. The mountains are always in view.
The trek to Everest Base Camp fulfills a dream of a lifetime. Although challenging in terms of elevations gained, there is no technical climbing involved, anyone who is active and in good physical condition can do it. Base camp is only one of countless rewarding sites along the way. The Saturday Bazaar in Namche is teeming with highland traders. At Tengboche monastery, you might glimpse the wild musk deer browsing on hanging moss.
Itinerary:
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Day
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Itinerary
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Altitude
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Accommodation
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Day 1
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Arrival in Kathmandu, Transfer to Hotel
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Hotel in Ktm
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Day 2
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Kathmandu Visit Pashupati, Boudha and Swpyambu Nath
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1350m
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Hotel in Ktm
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Day 3
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Flight to Lukla (2850m) and trek to Phakding 2-3 hrs walk
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2610m
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Trek/Lodge |
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Day 4
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Trek Phakding to Namche 6/7 hrs walk
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3440m
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Trek/Lodge |
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Day 5
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Trek Namche to Tyangbuche 4-5 hrs walk
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3860m
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Trek/Lodge |
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Day 6
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Trek Tyangbuche to Pheriche 4/5 hrs walk
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4270m
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Trek/Lodge |
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Day 7
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Trek Pheriche to Lobuche 4/5 hrs walk
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4910m
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Trek/Lodge |
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Day 8
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Visit Kalapathar and return to Gorekshep 6-7 hrs walk
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5140m
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Trek/Lodge |
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Day 9
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Visit Everest. BC and return to Lobuche 6/7 hrs walk
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4910m
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Trek/Lodge
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Day 10
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Lobuche to Tyangbuche 5/6 hrs walk
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3860m
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Trek/Lodge
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Day 11
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Tyangbuche to Namche 4/5 hrs walk
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3440m
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Trek/Lodge
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Day 12
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Namche to Lukla 6/7 hrs walk
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2610m
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Trek/Lodge |
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Day 13
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Fly back to Kathmandu. Visit Bhaktapur and Patan
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1350m
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Hotel in Ktm |
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Day 14
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Kathmandu free day. Evening Cultural dinner.
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1350m
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Hotel in Ktm
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Day 15
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Tour includes:
- Air tickets Almaty – Katmandu – Almaty
- Indian transit visa
- 5 nights at Malla Hotel (4 stars) in Katmandu, bed & breakfast plan
- Airport transfer
- Flight fare Ktm/Lukla/Ktm
- Accommodation at local lodge on full board during the trek
- English Speaking guide for the trek
- One porter for each member(one member max. 25kg personal belongs)
- Insurance for guide and porter
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Sagarmatha National Park entry fee and
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2 full day sightseeing with English speaking guide, entrance fee and transportation
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Cultural dinner at the end of the trek.
Tour Does not Include:
- Nepal Entry Visa Fee
- International Departure Tax
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
- Drinks such Mineral water, Coke Beers
- Extra porter charge if more than 25kg . person goods
- Laundry service
- Telephone call
- Tips to Guide & porters
- Personal expenses
- Insurance
