EVEREST BASE CAMP
The Everest Base Camp trek is one of the world’s great adventures. At 5,364m, it’s the gateway to the highest peak on Earth and a journey through dramatic Himalayan scenery, Sherpa villages, and ancient trails. Reaching base camp is a huge achievement, with Everest towering above and the camaraderie of fellow trekkers all around. It’s a trek that blends challenge, culture, and breathtaking landscapes into an adventure you’ll never forget - and one that stays with you long after you return home.
Kathmandu, Monjo, Namche Bazar, Debouche, Dingbouche, Lobuche, Everest Base Camp, Gorak Shep, Kalapatthar, Pheriche, Namche Bazar, Kathmandu
14 Days
GROUP TRIP: £1,599
DURATION: 14 Days
GROUP SIZE: 15 people max
DIFFICULTY: Moderate/Challenging
MAX ELEVATION: 5,545m
DAY 1-2
Kathmandu
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After arriving at Kathmandu airport, a member of our team will meet you and transfer you to your hotel, where you will spend your first night.
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This afternoon, you will have time to shop in Kathmandu if you need to pick up any last-minute items.
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In the evening, you will join us for a welcome dinner and meet your guide for the first time. During dinner, your guide will review the route you will be embarking on.
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Those staying an extra night may like to include a tour of the UNESCO sites.
DAY 2-3
Lukla > Phakding: 2,652m/8,700ft - 12.5km / 4 to 5 hours
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Today, you will fly to Lukla Airport, famously known as the most dangerous airports in the world! You'll start your day early with a bus ride to either Kathmandu or Ramechhap.
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Upon arrival, you'll meet the rest of the team, including additional porters and guides, and enjoy some tea and coffee together.
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From there, we'll pass through the National Luminary Pasang Lhamu Memorial Gate, marking the beginning of our trekking route.
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We'll stop for lunch and then continue on to Phakding
Phakding > Namche Bazar: 3,440m /11,286ft - 7.5km/ 4 to 6 hours
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Today, after breakfast, we'll depart around 8 am for another day of trekking. Our destination is Namche Bazaar, renowned for being home to the highest pub in the world!
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The trail today will be a bit more undulating as we enter the stunning Sagarmatha National Park.
DAY 3-4
DAY 4-5
Namche Acclimatisation
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Today, you will wake up at a leisurely time and then head to the Everest View Hotel for your acclimatisation day. This will take a couple of hours. You will stop there for coffee and enjoy the wonderful views.
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The rest of the day is yours to relax and explore Namche Bazaar.
DAY 5-6
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Today, we will hike to Debouche. Along the way, we will pass through Tengbouche, which is home to the oldest monastery in the Khumbu region.
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After visiting Tengbouche, we will descend into Debouche, where we will spend the night.
Namche > Debouche: 3.820m/12,660ft - 12km / 6 hours
DAY 6-7
Debouche > Dingbouche: 4,410m / 14,468ft - 10km/ 5 to 6 hours
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After breakfast, we will embark on today’s trek from Debouche to Dingbouche.
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Our route will take us through Pangbouche, where we will pause for a coffee break or lunch.
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As we continue our ascent, you may begin to feel the effects of the altitude, which is completely normal.
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Upon reaching Dingbouche, we will settle in and spend the next two nights here, allowing time to acclimatise and enjoy the surroundings.
DAY 7-8
Dingbouche Acclimatisation
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Today, we will stay in Dingbouche, enjoying a slightly more leisurely morning. We will then hike up to Nangkartshang Peak for acclimatisation.
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This ascent should take around two to three hours (5,100m) and will offer incredible views of Ama Dablam and the surrounding mountains.
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In the afternoon, feel free to explore the coffee shops and other local shops in Dingbouche.
DAY 8-9
Dingbouche > Lobuche: 4,910m/16,105ft - 12km / 5-6 hours
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Today's walk will take us from Dingbouche to Lobuche. Initially, the trek will be relatively easy and flat with a few undulations.
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We will stop for lunch or coffee before ascending a steep hill. At the top, we will visit the Everest Memorial Ground, which honours those who lost their lives trying to climb Everest.
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From there, we will continue gradually until we reach Lobuche, where we will spend the night.
DAY 9-10
Lobuche > Gorak Shep > Everest Base Camp: 4,210m/13,809ft - 12km / 7 hours
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Today is the big day!
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We will start by walking from Lobuche to Gorak Shep, which will take around 3-4 hours.
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After filling up with a good lunch, we'll continue on to Everest Base Camp. We'll take a ridge walk towards the camp, moving slowly and carefully—there's no need to rush.
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Congratulations! We've made it to Everest Base Camp.
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We'll stop to take photos to commemorate your incredible achievement. This is a moment to be really proud of.
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Then, we'll head back towards Gorak Shep for the night. It's been a long day, and you may feel tired, hungry, and possibly experience altitude sickness, but this is very normal. You'll sleep well tonight!
DAY 10-11
Gorak Shep > Kalapatthar > Pheriche: 4,210m/13,809ft - 12km / 5-6 hours
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Today we will wake up early, before sunrise, and begin our trek to Kala Patthar to witness one of the best views in the world: the incredible sunrise over Mt. Everest.
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We will hike to an elevation of 5,545m, which will take around 3 hours.
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After reaching this amazing height and enjoying the breathtaking views, we will descend back to Gorak Shep for a well-deserved breakfast. Following breakfast, we will continue our descent to Pheriche, where we will spend the night.
DAY 11-12
Pheriche > Namche Bazaar: 3,440m/11,280ft - 15km / 6 hours
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We will begin early today and continue our descent, heading back to Namche Bazaar.
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We will stop for lunch along the way before continuing our descent, which will take around 7 hours in total.
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Once we reach Namche, we can celebrate with a beer in the highest pub in the world!
DAY 12-13
Namche Bazaar to Lukla at 2,800m/9,184ft - 20km / 7 hours
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Today is our last day of trekking—a bittersweet moment. The trek is around 20km and involves both uphill and downhill sections. We will encourage each other with much needed morale along the way.
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Once we reach Lukla, enjoy your time shopping and celebrating!
DAY 13-14
Lukla to Kathmandu: 1,338m/4,390ft
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Today we will wake up early for our flight back to either Kathmandu or Ramechhap.
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If we arrive in Ramechhap, we will have a roughly 4-hour bus journey back to your hotel. Relax and enjoy a very well-earned shower!
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Tonight, we will celebrate with evening drinks and dinner.
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Tomorrow, you will catch your international flight home.
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