About this experience
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- Operated by an experienced Nepal-based trekking company
- Round-trip Lukla flights included
- Shared Kathmandu–Ramechhap transfers included when required
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner included throughout the trek
- Eleven nights of twin-sharing teahouse accommodation
- Two dedicated acclimatization days in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche
- Licensed English-speaking local trekking guide
- One guide for up to seven travelers and additional guide support for larger groups
- Regular oxygen-saturation and heart-rate monitoring
- Maximum group size of 15 travelers
- Solo travelers welcome on confirmed departures
- Optional porter service available when booked in advance
At a glance
- Duration: 288 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 288 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
What is included
- Seasonal fruit during the trek
- Round-trip Kathmandu or Ramechhap–Lukla flights
- Complimentary international airport arrival pickup
- Sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map for use during the trek
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout the trek
- Licensed English-speaking local trekking guide
- Sagarmatha National Park and Khumbu local entry permits
- Shared Kathmandu–Ramechhap transfers when required
- Eleven nights of twin-sharing teahouse accommodation
- Government taxes and company service charges
- Guide’s wages, meals, accommodation, transport and insurance
- Group first-aid kit, regular oxygen monitoring and emergency coordination
Not included
- International flights and Nepal entry visa
- Kathmandu hotel accommodation
- Travel insurance covering high-altitude trekking and emergency helicopter evacuation
- Emergency evacuation, rescue and medical expenses
- Porter service, available at additional cost when reserved in advance
- Personal trekking clothing and equipment
- Bottled water, alcoholic drinks, additional beverages and snacks
- Wi-Fi, battery charging and hot showers
- Water-purification supplies, laundry, toiletries and personal expenses
- Tips for guides, porters and drivers
- Additional costs caused by weather, delayed flights, illness, evacuation or itinerary changes
- Any service not specifically listed under inclusions
Itinerary and highlights
Experience the classic 12-day Everest Base Camp Trek through Nepal’s legendary Khumbu region. Fly to Lukla and follow the Dudh Koshi River through Sherpa villages, mountain forests, suspension bridges and Sagarmatha National Park.
The itinerary includes acclimatization days in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche before continuing through Tengboche, Lobuche and Gorak Shep.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Day 2: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Day 3: Acclimatization hike in Namche Bazaar
Day 4: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Day 5: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche
Day 6: Acclimatization hike in Dingboche
Day 7: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Day 8: Trek to Gorak Shep, visit Everest Base Camp and return to Gorak Shep
Day 9: Hike to Kala Patthar and descend to Pheriche
Day 10: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Day 11: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Day 12: Fly to Kathmandu or Ramechhap and transfer to Kathmandu
Flight schedules, overnight locations and walking plans may change because of weather, trail conditions, flight operations or traveler safety.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Travelers who do not require hotel pickup should meet at the Scenic Nepal Treks & Expedition office on Bhagwati Marg in Thamel, Kathmandu. Please look for the “Scenic Nepal Treks.” sign at the entrance. Our team will meet you inside the office and introduce you to your trekking guide.
- Complimentary pickup and drop-off are available from hotels within approximately 5 km of Thamel and central Kathmandu. Please provide your hotel name, complete address and WhatsApp number when booking. The displayed pickup time is approximate. The exact time depends on the Lukla flight schedule and whether flights operate from Kathmandu or Ramechhap. When flights operate from Ramechhap, pickup may be required between approximately 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM. Our team will confirm the final pickup time one day before departure. Pickup outside central Kathmandu is subject to confirmation and may require an additional transfer charge. Travelers who do not require hotel pickup can meet us at the Scenic Nepal Treks office in Thamel.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Scenic Nepal Treks Expedition Pvt. Ltd
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
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What are the pickup arrangements?
The displayed pickup time is approximate. The exact time depends on the Lukla flight schedule and whether flights operate from Kathmandu or Ramechhap.
When flights operate from Ramechhap, pickup may be required between approximately 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM. Our team will confirm the final pickup time one day before departure.
Pickup outside central Kathmandu is subject to confirmation and may require an additional transfer charge. Travelers who do not require hotel pickup can meet us at the Scenic Nepal Treks office in Thamel.
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