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Head out on one of the world’s most famous treks, the Everest Base Camp trek! Join Above and Beyond Trekking with this 15-day trekking package to Everest Base Camp and follow in the footsteps of legendary climbers into the heart of the Himalaya. Pass through traditional Sherpa villages, visit hidden monasteries, and see countless Himalayan peaks. The trek ends at the base of the world's highest peak, Mount Everest (8,848 m / 29,029 ft). Along the way, you also hike up Kala Pattar (5,550 m / 18,204 ft), the famous viewpoint that offers the best close‑up view of Everest and the surrounding peaks.
You start this incredible Everest Base Camp trek with Above and Beyond Trekking by flying to Lukla. During peak seasons you’ll fly from Ramechhap to avoid flight delays and reach Lukla as per the Everest Base Camp itinerary. From Lukla the trek starts as you make your way north into the Himalaya. Every step takes you closer to Everest Base Camp! The trail leads through the forested hills along the Dudh Koshi River passing by Phakding, Monjo and Jorsalle until leaving the tree line behind and the views of the valley open with snow-white peaks in the background. A long suspension bridge takes you straight into Namche Bazaar. This horseshoe looking Sherpa village is the central location of all trekking activities of the region. The village is filled with bakeries, lodges, shops and even a museum!
Acclimatization is important during the Everest Base Camp trek in Nepal. Namche will be your first acclimatization stop where you can hike to the famous Everest View Hotel and Khumjung village and monastery. Another highlight of the Everest Base Camp trek is your visit to the Tengboche Monastery. This is the largest Buddhist monastery of the region with incredible views of Thamserku and Ama Dablam. You’ll hold another and final acclimatization day at Dingboche. Being now at 4,400 m / 14,435 ft the elevation starts to hit. Movements take more effort and fatigue sets in. But the promise of reaching the foot of the world’s largest mountain keeps your blood flowing and you push through. From Lobuche, it’s just a few hours trekking over the glacial moraines along the might Khumbu glacier to reach Gorakshep. This is the last outpost before Everest Base Camp! A short 2-hour hike from Gorakshep takes you straight to base camp. Once there, revel in your success. Visit the iconic Everest rock for photos and videos and make memories that last a lifetime!
To top it all off, Above and Beyond Trekking has a final surprise in store for you. The next day after visiting base camp you’ll take a pre-morning hike up the black Kalla Pattar Hill for a stunning and breathtaking sunrise view over Mount Everest and its neighboring peaks. Truly a sight you won’t soon forget!
Do you wish to see more of the Everest region with Above and Beyond Trekking? Have a look at our other packages that also include Everest Base Camp. Visit the Gokyo Lakes and cross the Cho La Pass with the Gokyo Lakes trek or face the 3 high passes of Khumbu with the Everest 3 high passes trek. More interested in climbing the peaks and standing on the summit. Check out our Island Peak with Everest Base Camp trek package. Are you ready to go on this epic trek? Book today with Above and Beyond Trekking this 15 days Everest Base Camp trek in Nepal and reach the foot of Everest in one trek!
During the peak trekking seasons (spring and autumn), flights to Lukla from Kathmandu may be redirected to Ramechhap to manage air traffic. This involves a pre‑dawn drive of about 3 to 4 hours from Kathmandu to Ramechhap, followed by a short flight to Lukla. The drive and flight can be tiring, but it ensures you reach Lukla even during the busiest months!
The best seasons are spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). Spring offers blooming rhododendron forests and pleasant temperatures. Autumn provides clear skies, stable weather, and the best mountain views after the monsoon rains have cleared the air. Winter (December to February) is cold and can bring snow, while summer (June to August) is the monsoon season with rain and limited visibility!
You need a Sagarmatha National Park entry permit and a Khumbu Rural Municipality permit These can be obtained at Lukla or Kathmandu. Above and Beyond Trekking arranges all permits as part of the package and will distribute them on day 2 during the trek briefing of the Everest Base Camp trek.
Pack light but include warm layers for the higher elevations, waterproof clothing, sturdy hiking boots, a sleeping bag, a headlamp, sunscreen, and a first‑aid kit. The teahouses provide blankets, but a warm sleeping bag is recommended for comfort. Your guide can provide a detailed packing list before the trek.
You stay in teahouses. These are simple lodges with shared rooms and communal dining areas. The facilities are basic but comfortable, with meals cooked to order. The teahouses at higher elevations are more rustic, but all provide warm meals and a place to sleep. At Gorakshep, the lodges are basic and often crowded so booking in advance helps secure the best available lodge.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Trek briefing and preparation day
Day 03: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar
Day 05: Acclimatisation day at Namche Bazaar
Day 06: Trek to Tengboche
Day 07: Trek to Dingboche
Day 08: Acclimatisation day at Dingboche
Day 09: Trek to Lobuche
Day 10: Trek to Gorak Shep and hike to Everest Base Camp
Day 11: Hike to Kala Patthar and descend to Pheriche
Day 12: Trek back to Namche Bazaar
Day 13: Trek back to Lukla
Day 14: Fly back to Kathmandu
Day 15: Departure
Upon your arrival at the airport look out for our Above and Beyond Trekking representative. He’ll be holding up a signboard. After a quick meet and greet, he’ll assist with your luggage and drive you to your own booked hotel in Kathmandu. Check in to your room recuperate from your flight, roam around the alleys of Thamel, the rest of the day is leisure. We’ll meet up the next day after breakfast for your trek briefing.
Overnight: Your own booked hotel in Kathmandu
Today after your breakfast, you’ll meet up with your Above and Beyond Trekking guide for the Everest Base Camp trek. Equipped with a map of the region he’ll show you the exact route and itinerary of the EBC trek, goes over safety rules, your gear and will advise you on any tips and hints for the trek. You’ll want to spend the rest of the day shopping for supplies to help you on the trek. Energy bars and snacks are always a favorite to bring. You want to get as much as you can from Kathmandu as in the mountains, everything costs significantly more! Depending on the season it’s possible you’ll have to fly out from Ramechhap to Lukla. This means departing around 3am in the morning.
Overnight: Your own booked hotel in Kathmandu
Flight: 15-35 minutes, Trek time: 3-4 hours
An early morning departure takes you to the airport for the flight to Lukla. During the peak seasons (spring and autumn), flights to Lukla operate from Ramechhap, which requires a pre‑dawn drive of approximately 4 hours from Kathmandu. The scenic flight takes about 15 minutes from Ramechhap (or 20 minutes from Kathmandu). Landed at Lukla you’ll meet up with your porter team, and your guide holds a final gear check before hitting the trail. The first steps are easy, the trail leads down towards the Dudh Khosi River, and you’ll follow it upstream, a few times. Trekking through the forested hill provides cool air and shade, making the first part of the Everest Base Camp trek ideal to get your muscles warm. A last suspension bridge crossing leads into Phakding village. Your first overnight destination on the trek. Check into the local teahouse and enjoy your first Himalayan dinner!
Overnight: a local teahouse in Phakding
Trek time: 6-7 hours
Today's trek takes you through lush forests and over suspension bridges, including the famous Hillary Suspension Bridge. You enter the Sagarmatha National Park and continue toward Namche Bazaar, a big Sherpa town with cafes, bakeries, and gear shops. You pass by Monjo to check permits and head further up, crossing the famous twin bridges. Near to the top of the climb, Everest's white top appears above the horizon’s ridge. The final section is a steep climb, but the views make it worthwhile!
Overnight: a local teahouse in Namche Bazaar
Hike time: 3-4 hours
To help your body adjust to the altitude and avoid acute mountain sickness you’ll hold an acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar. To properly acclimatize and to make the most out of this day, you’ll plan a day hike up to the Everest View Hotel at 3,880 m / 12,723 ft. Here you’ll get your first splendid views of; Everest, Ama Dablam, Nupste, Lhotse and other peaks. After this you can hike towards Khumjung’s village. Along the way visit the hospital and school founded by Sir Edmund Hillary (the Everest pioneer) and at the village a monastery visit is planned where according to legend a real Yeti skull can be seen on display! It’ll be afternoon once you reach back at Namche Bazaar. Roam the alleys, rest at the lodge, or visit the Sherpa museum in your free time, as tomorrow you’ll be back on the trail towards Everest Base Camp.
Overnight: the same teahouse in Namche Bazaar
Trek time: 6 hours
After breakfast you’ll leave Namche behind and head towards Tengboche. Trekking now in deep Buddhist territory you’ll notice an increase in fauna and flora as eating meat is strictly forbidden in this area. Expect amazing views of Everest, Nuptse and Ama Dablam along the way, while trekking through the Khumjung region. The final part of the trek leads up the hill, and the huge white walled monastery appears with Mt Thamserku so close you could almost touch it! Check in to the lodge and explore around the monastery.
Overnight: a local teahouse in Tengboche
Trek time: 5-6 hours
A peaceful morning at Tengboche, listing to the harmonious chants of the monks and enjoy breakfast with incredible views of Mt Ama Dablam before heading out. Today you’ll head into the Imja Valley, home to the famous Island Peak. The trail leads down the hill across the Imja Khola river, marking the entry in the valley. You pass by Pangboche and ascend again towards Dingboche. Now away from forest and greenery, you are in the heart of the mountains, with barren rocks and moraines filling the area. Himalayan mountains can be seen everywhere you look. Once at Dingboche check in to the teahouse and rest from the long trek today.
Overnight: a local teahouse in Dingboche
Trek time: 3-4 hours
Today will be your second and final acclimatization day, from tomorrow you’ll head above 4,500 m / 14,764 ft! Similar as your first acclimatization day back in Namche Bazaar you make a day hike to a higher elevation this day. At Dingboche the best place to hike to is the Nargarjun Hill at 5,100 m / 16,732 ft. It’s a steep climb but the views are epic! See Makalu, Lhotse and many other peaks fill the horizon. In the afternoon you’ll reach back at Dingboche with ample time to rest or do some exploring of the Imja Valley.
Overnight: a local teahouse in Dingboche
Trek time: 5-6 hours
Start the day’s trek by heading on the trail leading towards the famous Thukla Pass at 4,620 m / 15,157 ft. near the entry to the pass countless memorial stones are placed on top of each other to honor the fallen climbers of Everest. It’s a somber moment realizing the hardships of mountaineering, you take short break in silence out of respect before crossing the pass. Descending from the Tukla Pass leads straight into Lobuche, where you’ll spend the night. Lobuche is a famous crossroads outpost connecting multiple trekking trails of the Khumbu.
Overnight: a local teahouse in Lobuche
Trek time: 7-8 hours
Today is the day you’ll reach the iconic Everest Base Camp, located at the foot of Mt Everest! You’ll trek along the huge and intimidating Khumbu Glacier for a few hours to reach Gorakshep. This outpost located at 5,164 m / 16,942 ft is the last settelemnt before Mt Everest. Take a quick break after checking into the teahouse and leave your heavy gear behind. The hike up base camp takes about 2 hours. The trail is well-known and follows the glacier. Not before long, you’ll see colorful tents appear and a huge rock with the words: Everest Base Camp 5,364 meters. This is it! You made! A feeling of joy overwhelms you, you reached at your destination Everest Base Camp! Spend time with team, explore around and take in those incredible views of the Himalaya. Make your way back to Gorakshep for dinner and overnight at the teahouse.
Overnight: a local teahouse in Gorakshep
Trek time: 6-7 hours
You’ll get an early wake-up call today, around 4am. It’s pitch-black outside, the air feels cold. Warm yourself up with a hot drink before departing with your headtorches on. The hike up Kala Pattar is tough, but worth it! The black hill is steep at the top and due to the altitude, you move slowly. But, once at the top, you’re in for a surprise! Marvel at the sight of Mt Everest, so close you can almost grab the mountain. And to top it all off, you’ll reach this viewpoint just as the sun starts to rise, warming up the entire Himalaya in a golden light. It’s a sight you’ll never forget! Head back to Gorakshep for breakfast and departure. You turn your way towards Everest and start the trek back south. Pass by Lobuche, Dingboche and follow the trail now leading to Pheriche. Here you can visit the Himalayan Rescue Associations health post, and rest at a lower altitude. Dinner and overnight at Pheriche.
Overnight: a local teahouse in Pheriche
Trek time: 6-7 hours
Today, you retrace your steps and descend back through Tengboche and Pangboche. The descent is much easier, and you pass through familiar villages as you make your way back to Namche Bazaar. The views are still stunning, and you can keep thinking back of the sight of Everest with each step. Back at Namche Bazaar, check into the teahouse and rest from the long trek today.
Overnight: a local teahouse in Namche Bazaar
Trek time: 6-7 hours
After breakfast you leave Namche Bazaar behind and start your final day of trekking on the Everest Base Camp trail. You descend back through the forest to Monjo for a quick break. Continuing on passing by Phakding again, you keep following the Dudh Koshi River now downstream. Just before Lukla a small ascent takes place up the hill leading you straight to the airport village. Check in to the teahouse and take a rest or explore around. You can also choose to view the legendary landings at the airport. It’s not obligated but common to invite your local porter and trekking team to a small party in Lukla to celebrate the success of your trek.
Overnight: a local teahouse in Lukla
Flight: 15-35 minutes
After breakfast, take a scenic short flight from Lukla back to Kathmandu/Ramechhap. During peak seasons, flights land at Ramechhap, with a 4‑hour drive back to Kathmandu. A driver meets you at the airport and transfers you to your own booked hotel. The rest of the day is for showering, doing laundry, and sleeping in a real bed.
Overnight: Your own booked hotel in Kathmandu
A driver arrives three hours before your flight to help with bags and take you to the airport. Check‑in and goodbyes happen at the security entrance. Memories of Everest Base Camp and Kala Pattar stay with you as you enter the aiport. We hope to see you soon again for another Above and Beyond Trekking adventure in Nepal!
April 2, 2025
“We did the Everest Base Camp trek in April with Above & Beyond. The views were breathtaking and our guide made everything so easy and fun. Highly recommend!”
October 10, 2025
“It was a trip of a lifetime! Our guide Sam was incredibly professional, and always ensured we were safe and comfortable. I will never forget this experience”
October 12, 2025
“My trek to Everest Base Camp with Above & Beyond Trekking exceeded all expectations. Everything was well-organized from airport pickup to the final descent.”
April 2, 2023
“The Everest Base Camp trek was an experience of a lifetime! And a knowledgeable guide like Sam was a definite plus. We learned so much about the Nepali culture. He took extra time to answer our questions and explain customs of the wonderful local people. All details were well worked out and logistics went smoothly. Sam was kind and gentle but also made the call when needed to get a horse for me to finish the last leg of the journey”
April, 2023
“Sam is possibly the best trekking guide in Nepal if not the world. Guide, porter, medic, comidian, singer he does it all! Sam is very friendly and so easy to talk too. I found it very easy to bring up any issues I had (not that I had many) which helped to make the trekking experience the best it could possibly be. Sam is very knowledgeable about the mountains and the local culture and thought us so much. Sam also chooses the best local porters. Very friendly and very helpful. Couldn't have asked for any better. I couldn't recommend above and beyond trekking more highly”
