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Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek

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  • Duration16 Days
  • Trip GradeModerate
  • Maximum Altitude5,644 m
  • Best SeasonSpring & Autumn
  • Trip styleTrek
  • Start/EndKathmandu
All-Inclusive PriceUS $1400
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About Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek

"Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek is the ultimate trekking destination in the Himalayas that lets trekkers enjoy a surreal mountain panorama and leads to the lap of Mt. Everest, the highest mountain in the world."

Join us Nepal Dream on this adventurous once in a lifetime venture in the Khumbu region. We offer the best Everest Base Camp trek itinerary at a reasonable price. And not only that, you will be accompanied by one of the best guides in the industry. Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek 16 Days is doable for all trekkers, whether you are new or experienced. 

Trekkers also prefer this trek as the Kala Patthar trek because it is the highest point of the Everest Base Camp trekking. The trek explores the beautiful Sherpa villages and offers you a peek into their daily lifestyle & culture. You trek through villages like Phakding (2,610 m), Namche Bazaar (3,440 m), Tengboche (3,860 m), Dingboche (4,410 m), and Lobuche (6,119 m). The locals are very friendly and welcoming. Along the way, you get to visit some ancient monasteries like the Tengboche monastery and Pangboche monastery. 

Talking about the trail from Monjo onwards, we begin trekking in the Sagarmatha National Park. The trail ascends through numerous lush forests of rhododendron, pine, fir, oak, etc. Likewise, you cross thrilling suspension bridges and lovely streams on the way. We pass by waterfalls and gradually make our way up the treeline into gorges and moraines. 

From day one, the Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek offer stunning views of the Himalayan mountains. As we gain elevation, the views of the mountains get closer, and we can see a diverse landscape in every other village. Some of the mountains you can witness during the Everest base camp trek are Mt. Everest (8,849 m), Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m), Mt. Cho Oyu (8,188 m), Mt. Makalu (8,463 m), Mt. Ama Dablam (6,812 m), Mt. Pumori (7,161 m), Mt. Nuptse (7,861 m), etc. 

The best thing about Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trekking is the availability of modern facilities like internet, charging, hot shower, etc. Of course, these things get limited at the higher elevation, but the overall journey is phenomenal. You get to explore the Himalayas yet in quiet comfort. 

Words are surely not enough to explain the wonders of Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek. We can assure this trip will become one of the most memorable parts of your life. You can join our Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek 2022 autumn departure dates. Or, book Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek 2023 spring/autumn. 

If you want to go beyond EBC, then check out our Gokyo Lake trek. Likewise, the Namche Bazaar trek and Everest helicopter tour are our two famous short treks in the Khumbu region.

 

Good to Know

  • Thrilling flight in and out of Lukla airport
  • Adventurous trails through lush forests and beautiful villages
  • Cross suspension bridges, ,gorges, and moraines
  • Get to see the lifestyle of Sherpas and people of other mountain communities
  • Visit old monasteries and stupas along the way
  • Explore the foothills of the Himalayas and trek to Everest Base Camp
  • Hike to Kala Patthar to witness gorgeous sunrise and 360degree views of the mountains
  • The journey offers diverse landscapes and breathing views of the towering Himalayan mountains

Itinerary

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Meet our airport team at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu on your arrival day. They will drop you at the hotel. Your arrival day is all free. We only have a welcome dinner planned in the late evening. You are free to explore around your hotel if you have some time.

  • AccommodationAt Hotel
  • MealsWelcome Dinner
  • Max. Altitude1,300 m

We have planned a guided sightseeing tour today in the morning. During the tour, you visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. These are some of the famous tourist sites in Kathmandu. Later in the day, we prepare for the trek. There will be a small briefing session from your trek guide and end the day doing final packing.

  • AccommodationAt Hotel
  • MealsB,
  • Max. Altitude1,300 m

Our Everest Base Camp trek begins with a quick flight from Kathmandu to Lukla airport. The flight will be nerve-racking and offers a phenomenal aerial landscape. From Lukla, we begin trekking with our guide and porters to Phakding village. We'll be sleeping at a low altitude to avoid acute mountain sickness. The trail is forested and follows Dudh Koshi valley.

  • AccommodationAt local Guest House
  • MealsB,L,D
  • Max. Altitude2,660 m
  • Duration35 minutes flight & 3-4 hours trek

From Phakding village, the trail begins to ascend towards the famous Namche Bazaar. We'll be trekking through the dense forests of Sagarmatha National Park in the latter half of the route. The trail passes by remote mountain villages and beautiful waterfalls. On the way, we cross many suspension bridges over streams and rivers. The final ascent before reaching Namche Bazar involves steep climbing.

  • AccommodationAt local Guest House
  • MealsB,L,D
  • Max. Altitude3,440 m
  • Duration7-8 hours

We spend the night in Namche Bazaar today as well. However, in the daytime, we'll be hiking to nearby places like the Hotel Everest View, and Khumjung village. Hotel Everest View is famous for its stunning panorama of snow-capped mountains like Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Baruntse, Pumori, etc. If we hike up to Khumjung village, we can visit the oldest monastery in the Khumbu region.

  • AccommodationAt local Guest House
  • MealsB,L,D
  • Max. Altitude3,900 m
  • Duration5-6 hours

The trail further ascends to Tengboche today. From Namche Bazaar, we'll be ascending through rhododendron forests. On the way, we pass by Khumjung village and a few other small settlement areas before arriving at Tengboche village. This village has the biggest monastery in the Khumbu region. We can see monks practicing their rituals and doing meditation.

  • AccommodationAt local Guest House
  • MealsB,L,D
  • Max. Altitude6-7 hours
  • Duration3,870 m

We wake up early with superb views of the snow-capped mountains. From Tengboche, the trail descends to Debuche, a small beautiful village. We then walk through forests of rhododendrons and conifers. Along the way, we may come across a diverse range of alpine birds. Passing by mani walls, we cross the Imja Khola and ascend to Pangboche. From here, we walk by Orsho village and continue to Pheriche.

  • AccommodationAt local Guest House
  • MealsB,L,D
  • Max. Altitude4,240 m
  • Duration5-6 hours

Today, we spend our second rest day in Pheriche. To acclimatize, we hike to Nagrtsang Gompa. The hike has outstanding views of Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho Oyu, and Mt. Ama Dablam. Later, we'll visit the Himalayan Rescue Association (HRA) and participate in a briefing about altitude sickness.

  • AccommodationAt local Guest House
  • MealsB,L,D
  • Max. Altitude5,010 m
  • Duration4-5 hours

The trail continues along a wide grassy plateau to Phulung Kharka. From here, we further ascend on the stony path. We then walk on a steep path up to Lobuche village. Along the way, we can see a frozen stream and yak grazing sites.

  • AccommodationAt local Guest House
  • MealsB,L,D
  • Max. Altitude4,940 m
  • Duration5-6 hours

It's a big day. We finally make our way to the Everest Base Camp. From Lobuche, we cross the Changri Nup glacier and walk on the lateral moraine of the Khumbu glacier to reach basecamp Everest. The trail is rugged and steep.

On top of that, the thin air makes the walk furthermore exhausting. However, the feeling of standing at the base of Mt. Everest will make us forget all the hurdles. After exploring the base camp, we descend to Gorak Shep to spend the night.

  • AccommodationAt local Guest House
  • MealsB,L,D
  • Max. Altitude5,160 m
  • Duration7-8 hours

We wake up early in the morning before the sun rises and begin hiking towards the Kala Patthar top. As we'll be hiking, the sun begins to rise, and its rays on the glistening snow-capped mountains look heavenly. Upon reaching Kala Patthar, we get to witness breathtaking sunrise and Himalayan mountains all around us. After spending some time at Kala Patthar, we descend to Gorak Shep and trek through Lobuche village before reaching Pheriche.

  • AccommodationAt local Guest House
  • MealsB,L,D
  • Max. Altitude5,644 m
  • Duration7-8 hours

The trail from Pheriche onwards passes by Pangboche village, which houses the Pangboche monastery, where we can see the skull of the Yeti. Yes, locals believe it is the skull of the Yeti. The trail then moves along a stream and forested path to Tengboche village.

  • AccommodationAt local Guest House
  • MealsB,L,D
  • Max. Altitude3,870 m
  • Duration5-6 hours

From Tengboche, it's a long downhill walk to Monjo. The trail first steeply descends through lush rhododendron forests, offering stunning mountain views. We soon reach Namche Bazaar and continue descending along a steep trail. For the next a few hours, we pass by dense forests, crossing many suspension bridges to Monjo.

  • AccommodationAt local Guest House
  • MealsB,L,D
  • Max. Altitude2,835 m
  • Duration5-6 hours

From Monjo, we get out of the Sagarmatha National Park and trek through Jorsale and Phakding villages. The trail gradually ascends through lush forests, following a river to Lukla. And the trek ends.

  • AccommodationAt local Guest House
  • MealsB,L,D
  • Max. Altitude2,860 m
  • Duration6-7 hours

We'll fly back to Kathmandu today. If the weather is clear, the views of the mountains will be mesmerizing. In Kathmandu, you will have a full free day to explore and get ready to fly back to your home. Visit the tourist sites if you wish and do shopping. Later, join us over a farewell dinner in the late evening.

  • AccommodationAt local Guest House
  • MealsB
  • Max. Altitude1,300 m
  • Duration35 minutes flight

    Useful Information

    Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek route

    Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek 2022/2023 route begins from Lukla (2,860 m). From here, we descend to Phakding village (2,660 m) where we spend our first night during the trek. Further, the trail passes by Jorsale and Monjo villages before we register our permits at the police checkpoint. The route to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) goes through verdant forests and crosses various suspension bridges. The last couple hundred meters involve steep climbing.

    From Namche Bazaar onwards, we hike to the Everest View Hotel (13,000 ft) and pass by lush rhododendron forests to Tengboche village (3,870 m). Our next stop is Pheriche (4,240 m), where we spend the second rest day and hike to Nagrtsang Gompa (5,010 m). We then continue trekking along the grassy plateau to Phulung Kharka and walk on the stone path that leads to Lobuche village (4,940 m).

    You have already left the tree line behind and can notice the dry, rocky landscape around you. The last village we pass by is Gorak Shep ((5,160 m), and walk on the glacial path to Everest Base Camp (5,346 m). We spend the night in Gorak Shep, not at EBC, and hike to Kala Patthar (5,644 m) before descending to Pheriche on the same day. 

    We then continue walking, following the same path and passing by villages like Pangboche, Tengboche, and Namche Bazaar. Our last stop is Monjo before we ascend to Lukla and end the trek. 

    Everest Base Camp & Kala Patthar Trek difficulty

    Our Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek 16 days is a moderate trek. Beginner trekkers can also do this trek if properly prepared. The trekking route is a combination of steep and rough ascents & descents. There are also a handful of glacial walks involved. 

    The starting part of the trek winds through dense forests. From Dingboche onwards, we leave the tree line behind, and the area gets barren and rocky. Each day, you pass by new villages and walk around 6 to 7 hours on average. 

    Altitude Sickness during the trek

    Altitude sickness during the Everest Base Camp trek is normal. From Kathmandu to EBC the elevation rises from 1,300 meters to 5,346 meters and goes above and up to Kala Patthar at 5,644 meters. The elevation is huge for any human body and can lead to altitude sickness if not acclimatized. 

    Our Everest base camp trek itinerary has all the acclimatization days one needs to complete the trek without getting altitude sickness. Likewise, our expert guides also make sure the group is fine, and provide immediate first-aid assistance if needed. 

    We are not saying you will get altitude sickness during the Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trekking. However, even with our best efforts, we cannot make a 100% guarantee that you'll not suffer from it because everybody reacts differently. 

    Best time to do the Everest Base Camp trek

    Trek from March to April and October to November to enjoy the bustle of the Everest Base Camp trek route. The breathtaking mountain views because of the clear sky and pleasant journey thanks to the moderate climate make trekking to EBC in these months phenomenal. 

    Everything is just perfect in spring and autumn in terms of weather, views, and vegetation. The Lukla and Kathmandu flights are mostly on time. The air has a hint of chillness and the divine aroma of the festivity. Both seasons have some of the biggest festivals celebrated in Nepal.

    Food & Drinks

    One thing we love about Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Trek is the wide variety of food options. From the multi-cuisine menu to well-supplied snack shops along the way, the trekking route to base camp Everest is amazing. You can find many dishes in Lukla and Namche Bazaar to dig in, including steak, pizza, chilies, bakery items, etc. 

    We recommend you make dal bhat as a staple meal for you during the trek and try to avoid frozen food as much as you can to not get an upset stomach. Our package cost covers breakfast, lunch & dinner during the trek. You can choose as per the menu of the lodge. 

    Accommodation

    We will be staying in lodges along the trekking route. We provide a comfortable and clean lodge during the trek. The rooms are twin shared unless not asked for a single room in advance. You can expect a small, cozy room with an attached washroom in most of the villages. In some places, the washroom can be shared. 

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