Annapurna Base Camp
Walk from forested foothills into the Annapurna Sanctuary, with village stops and a visit to Poon Hill.
16 days4,130 m
View itinerary Khumbu, Nepal / Trek
Everest Base Camp
Follow the direct Khumbu route through Namche and Tengboche to Everest Base Camp.
- Duration
- 16 daysOutline programme
- Everest Base Camp
- 5,364 mRoute objective
- Season
- Spring and autumnAsk for current dates
- Experience
- Moderate to challenging altitude trekTrek
A closer look at the journey.
The direct Everest Base Camp trek follows the Dudh Koshi valley from Lukla into the heart of the Khumbu. Namche Bazaar introduces the trading centre of the region, while Tengboche brings mountain views and its monastery into the journey. Higher up, the landscape opens into the glacial country around Lobuche and Gorak Shep.
Rest days at Namche and Pheriche break up the approach before the Base Camp visit. The return follows the valley to Lukla, with a flight back to Kathmandu. Kala Patthar can be discussed as an additional viewpoint objective, but it needs a clear place in the agreed itinerary and suitable conditions on the day.
- Namche Bazaar and Khumbu village trails
- Tengboche and the upper Everest valley
- A visit to Everest Base Camp
The route, day by day.
This is an outline programme. The team will confirm the route and arrangements with you, allowing for weather, access and local conditions.
Day 1Arrive in Kathmandu
Begin the programme with your arrival connection and time to settle in. Meet the local team to review the journey ahead.
Day 2Kathmandu Valley sightseeing
Spend the day on the planned local visits, with walking and travel arranged around access and your interests.
Day 3Fly to Lukla and walk to Phakding
Take the planned flight connection, subject to the operating schedule and weather. Coordinate the onward stage with the local team.
Day 4Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Follow the walking route from Phakding to Namche Bazaar. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.
Day 5Rest and acclimatisation at Namche
Remain in the area with time to rest. Any local walk is selected with your guide according to the conditions and the group.
Day 6Namche to Tengboche
Follow the walking route from Namche to Tengboche. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.
Day 7Tengboche to Pheriche
Follow the walking route from Tengboche to Pheriche. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.
Day 8Rest and acclimatisation at Pheriche
Remain in the area with time to rest. Any local walk is selected with your guide according to the conditions and the group.
Day 9Pheriche to Lobuche
Follow the walking route from Pheriche to Lobuche. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.
Day 10Lobuche to Gorak Shep
Follow the walking route from Lobuche to Gorak Shep. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.
Day 11Visit Everest Base Camp
Walk beside the Khumbu Glacier and return to Gorak Shep for the night.
Day 12Gorak Shep to Pangboche
Follow the walking route from Gorak Shep to Pangboche. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.
Day 13Pangboche to Namche
Follow the walking route from Pangboche to Namche. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.
Day 14Namche to Lukla
Follow the walking route from Namche to Lukla. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.
Day 15Fly to Kathmandu
Take the planned flight connection, subject to the operating schedule and weather. Coordinate the onward stage with the local team.
Day 16Depart Kathmandu
Complete the programme with the agreed departure transfer and onward travel arrangements.
A clear plan and quotation.
Request an itemised quotation for your group, dates and preferred level of support. Agree the inclusions before booking travel.
Services to discuss
- Local guiding and mountain support arrangements
- City and mountain accommodation, equipment and meal plan
- Ground travel and any domestic flights shown in the agreed programme
- Local access and trip arrangements required for the route
Budget separately
- International travel and connections outside the agreed programme
- Personal travel insurance and personal equipment
- Drinks, personal purchases and optional activities
- Tips and changes requested beyond the agreed programme
Before you set out.
Previous multi-day walking experience and preparation for consecutive mountain days are useful. Discuss the altitude, terrain and pass requirements with the team.
Accommodation: Hotels on the travel stages, with mountain lodges or camps as agreed for the walking route.
Use the trip preparation guide to plan equipment, travel documents and questions for the team.
Can the daily walking plan change?
Yes. Weather, trail conditions and the group's pace can affect individual stages. Agree the overall route and any important alternatives with the team.
Is Kala Patthar part of the plan?
The main programme visits Everest Base Camp. A Kala Patthar viewpoint walk is optional and must fit the guide's route plan, the weather and the group's condition.
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