Everest Base Camp Trek - 18 Days

The journey to Mt. Everest Base Camp is so much more than just a trek. Every bend in the trail provides another photo opportunity — ancient forests, mani-walls, stupas, Sherpa villages, glaciers and Himalayan giants!

  • Package price

    USD 1950

  • Trip Code

    MKA-1020

  • No of days

    18

  • Group Size

    2 - 16 Persons

  • Challenge level

    Strenuous

  • MEALS

    Included (B,L, D)

  • TRANSPORTATION

    Private Vehicle & Flight

  • ACCOMMODATION

    Hotel & Guest House

  • MAX ALTITUTE

    5550 m

  • BEST SEASON

    Mar-May / Sep-Dec

  • START POINT

    Kathmandu

  • END POINT

    Kathmandu

  • SUITABLE FOR

    16 to 79 years old

  • WALK PER DAY

    4 to 5 hours walk every day

  • GUIDING METHOD

    Live Guide/Instructor

Highlights of 18 Days Everest Base Camp Trek - 18 Days

  • Trek to the base of Mt. Everest, the world’s highest mountain.
  • Walk beside Nepal’s longest glacier.
  • Breath-taking views of many Himalayan giants including Mt. Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516m), Cho-Oyu (8201m), Nuptse (7864m), Pumori (7165m) and Ama Dablam (6814m).
  • Visit the world famous Tengboche Monastery.
  • View traditional Sherpa culture at the Sherpa Museum in Namche Bazar.

Trip Overview

The traditional start point for the Everest Base Camp trek was Jiri Bazar but most trekkers now begin their Khumbu adventure with a short but ‘exciting’ flight to Tenzing-Hillary Airport, Lukla(2840m). From Lukla the trail descends and follows the Dudh Koshi (Milk River) to Jorsale (2740m) before crossing the spectacular Larja suspension bridge and climbing steeply to Namche Bazar (3440m) the bustling Sherpa capital. It is important not to rush the climb as the relative oxygen level is already near 70%! At least two nights will be spent in Namche allowing you to become accustomed to the rarified atmosphere. On the rest/acclimatization day you can visit the Everest View Hotel and Sherpa Museum.

The next phase of the trek will take you to Dingboche via the famous Tengboche, Monastery (Dawa Choling Gompa) and Deboche. Having gained considerable altitude, it is essential to take another acclimatization day at Dingboche before ascending to Lobuche. On the way to Lobuche you will pass memorials to the many climbers who have been lost on Mt. Everest. At just under 5000m Lobuche is situated just above the west moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. From Lobuche it is a steady climb to Groak Shep and Everest Base Camp. For the best view of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse and the Khumbu Icefall you will ascend Kala Patthar(5550m), it is a demanding climb, in rarefied air, but well worth the effort.

The route out is far less demanding but not without excitement with even more incredible mountain views. Ahead of you for at least a day will be the Matterhorn of the Himalaya, Mt. Ama Dablam(6856m). You will have time for shopping, coffee and cake in Namche before the final climb to Lukla for your return flight to Kathmandu.


DETAILED Itinerary

  • Day 01
    Arrive Kathmandu, reception at airport and transfer to Eco Resort Hotel.
  • Day 02
    AM Briefing and preparation. After lunch by road to Ramechap, 4 to 5 hrs drive – Hotel.
  • Day 03
    Early morning flight to Lukla (2,840m) then trek to Phakding (2,610m), 3 to 4 hrs - Lodge.
  • Day 04
    Trek to Namche Bazar (3,440m), 5 to 6 hrs. - Lodge.
  • Day 05
    Acclimatization day Namche, short walk in the morning, visit Everest view point and Sherpa museum, rest in the afternoon - Lodge.
  • Day 06
    Trek to Deboche (3,820m) via Tengboche Monastery (3,860m), 4 to 5 hrs - Lodge.
  • Day 07
    Trek to Dingboche (4,410m), 4 to 5 hrs - lodge.
  • Day 08
    Acclimatization day, short walk in the morning, rest in the afternoon - Lodge.
  • Day 09
    Trek to Lobuche (4,910m) via Dughla (4,520m), 4 to 5 hrs. - Lodge.
  • Day 10
    Trek to Gorak Shep (5,140m) then visit Everest Base Camp (5,364m), 7 to 8 hrs. - Lodge.
  • Day 11
    Morning ascend Kala Patthar (5,550m) for view of Everest then descend to Pheriche (4240m), 6 to 7 hrs. - Lodge.
  • Day 12
    Trek to Phortse Tenga (3,689m), 4 to 5 hrs. - Lodge.
  • Day 13
    Trek to Khumjung (3,780m), visit Hillary School and Visitors Center, 4 to 5 hrs. - Lodge.
  • Day 14
    Trek to Monjo (2,835m) via Namche Bazar for lunch and shopping, 4 to 5 hrs. - Lodge.
  • Day 15
    Trek to Lukla (2,840 m), 3 to 4 hrs. - Lodge.
  • Day 16
    Early flight to Ramechap then by road to Kathmandu - Hotel.
  • Day 17
    Guided sightseeing and shopping Kathmandu.
  • Day 18
    Depart Kathmandu.

Cost Includes

  • All ground transfers as per our Itinerary by Air Conditioned Private Vehicle.
  • Welcome Dinner with Live Nepalese Cultural Program.
  • Five star Hotel in Kathmandu (Bed & Breakfast basis including all govt. taxes and VAT).
  • Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu around world heritage sites and major attractions of the city. 
  • All entrance fees wherever applicable.
  • Airfare: Kathmandu-Lukla & Lukla-Kathmandu.National Park Entrance Fees and TIMS Fees
  • Trekking Arrangements:
  • Lodge-to-Lodge Trek: Accommodation & Foods as best available on lodges on the way.
  • Daily wages and insurance of our Staffs, Guides, Sherpas and Porters.

Cost Excludes

  • All International Airfares / Airport Taxes.
  • Expenses of personal nature such as bar bill, laundry bill, telephone bill, tips, beverages and etc.
  • Personal Medical & Travel Insurance.
  • Rescue & Evacuation - If needed.

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When to visit Mt. Everest Base Camp

The best months for the EBC Trek are March, April, May - September, October and November. In high season, April, May, October and November the trails and lodges can be quite busy. March, April, October and November are usually best for cooler days and clear blue skies.

ALTITUDE ACCLIMATIZATION

To get the most from your trek, and to stay safe, it is important to follow acclimatization guidelines. At Makalu Adventure, whenever possible, we follow the acclimatization formula set out by Drs Jim Duff and Peter Gormly; experts in Wilderness Medicine. "Above 2000m, altitude illness is a possibility and above 2500m it becomes common".
"As a rough guide, above 2500m the maximum daily height gain between sleeping altitudes should not exceed 400m, with a rest day every third day or after every 1000m of sleeping ascent".
"Avoid overexertion and breathlessness while acclimatizing, stay well hydrated, avoid alcohol, excess caffeine, salt and protein, your diet should be 70% carbohydrate above 3500m".

Why Choose Makalu Adventure

Makalu Adventure has been trading for over 25 years; is one of the leading trek and expedition agents in Nepal and is used as in-country agent by several international adventure companies. At the helm is Mohan Lamsal (MD) assisted by head trekking guide Tenging Sherpa and head climbing guide Sanu Sherpa. Teni started trekking as a porter aged 14 and has hiked every trail in Nepal, many times! Sanu Sherpa has the distinction of having climbed all 14, 8,000m peaks, twice! Mohan Lamsal is not only MD of Makalu Adventure, he is also the General Secretary of the Nepal Mountaineering Association. You are in safe hands with Makalau Adventure.

Client Reviews

EXCELLENT : (5 / 5.0 ) 3

100% recommend this Package.
Score Breakdown
  • Sean James
    United Kingdom

    Excellent service and a welcome by Makalu Adventure

    I've known and worked with Mohan and Makalu Adventure for nearly 15 years. In that time I've led many treks and high altitude expeditions to Nepal (15 expeditions over 8000m and counting). His company provides an excellent service and a welcome that I look forward to every season. The Thamel Eco Resort is a center of tranquility in Kathmandu and the perfect place to start and finish the Himalayan Adventure. The staffs are now like family and I hope to return for many years with the guarantee of safety and security that he offers in the mountains.
  • Roy Francis
    France

    I have been working as my country-agent for Makalu Adventure since last 20 years and recommend them most highly.

    “I have used Makalu Adventure as my in-county agent for the last twenty years and recommend them most highly. The staff are knowledgeable, well trained and go that extra mile to make sure all is well. These are just some of the trips I have done with Makalu Adventure: Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek - Phapulu to Everest Base Camp - Annapurna Base Camp - Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek Annapurna - Circuit of Dhaulagiri - Circuit of Manaslu - Rolwaling to Everest - Humla to Mt. Kailash - Everest ABC Tibet - Makalu Base Camp - Makalu Sherpani Col Pass Trek - Kangchenjunga Base Camp - Langtang Valley - Parchamo Peak - Dolpo - Mera Peak.
  • Colin H
    United Kingdom

    Dad and 12 year old son trek to EBC

    My son and I took the 18 day package - four nights in Kathmandu and the trek to Everest Base Camp. Given I was travelling with a 12 year old it was very important to me I used a company I could trust. After speaking with a number of local firms, my intuition led me to choose Makalu Adventures, and my choice was totally vindicated. The whole trip went very smoothly, with only a hiccup over which hotel we had chosen, which was quickly resolved without fuss. All the travel logistics went exactly to plan, and we felt very welcome and looked after. Mohan, the owner, is very professional and expertly dealt with our various dramas: on arrival in Kathmandu I needed emergency root canal treatment. Mohan whisked me straight to a U.S. trained dentist in a sparkling surgery, who dropped everything to attend to me. Similarly, when my son got a gastro problem on the last day Mohan Lamsal arranged a doctor to be in our room within 15 minutes.

    Makalu Adventure provided a fantastic guide, Nir. Observing the other groups and their guides - many of whom did not not speak good English, and appeared sullen - it was clear to me we had the best guide on the mountain. Nir was always anticipating our needs and went beyond all expectations in looking after us. His energy, enthusiasm, local knowledge and sense of humor carried us the mountain and back.

    This was an unforgettable trip, an adventure with my son that I will always treasure. Thank you
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