Everest Base Camp Trek

Everest Base Camp Trek Overview

The Everest Base Camp trek is a destination for many explorers who want to explore the beauty of the Himalayas. In 1953, Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay became the first to climb Mount Everest, and make history. Today, the Everest Base Camp trek is one of Nepal’s most popular trekking routes.

This trek isn’t just about reaching Everest Base Camp—it’s about experiencing the way of life of Sherpa Culture and seeing the flora and fauna of the Himalayan regions. While traveling there is an ancient Buddhist monasteries in Manjo, Namche, Tengboche, and Pangboche. Along the way, you will see some of the world’s tallest peaks, including Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, and Cho Oyu.

For nature lovers, this trek is full of beautiful birds like snow pigeons and yellow-billed choughs. The forests are filled with colorful rhododendrons (Nepal’s national flower), magnolias, and pine trees. One of the best moments of the trek is watching the sunrise from Kalapathar, where the first light of the day shines on the Khumbu Glacier. It makes the mountains glow and beautiful.

We begin our 15-day trip in the Kathmandu Valley with sightseeing at UNESCO World Heritage sites., where you can visit its famous temples, shrines, and lively markets. After that, we head to the Everest region for an unforgettable adventure. At Aarohi Holiday, we ensure your trek is safe, comfortable, and filled with amazing memories. Join us on this incredible journey to experience the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas\ e begin our 15-day Everest Base Camp trek with a sightseeing tour of the historical and cultural monuments in Kathmandu, including temples, shrines, stupas, bazaars, and streets. The next day, we’ll head towards the remarkable mountain of Everest Base Camp.

Aarohi Holiday is always ready and helpful in guiding you, offering wonderful and unforgettable memories with the awesome trekking experience of Everest Base Camp.

Route to Everest Base Camp Trek

• Kathmandu to Lukla: Begin with a thrilling flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, the gateway to Everest.
• The Trek: Trek from Lukla to Phakding, then ascend through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, and Lobuche before reaching Gorak Shep and Everest Base Camp. A sunrise hike to Kala Patthar offers breathtaking Everest views.
• Descent and Return: Retrace your steps through Pheriche and Namche to Lukla, then fly back to Kathmandu.

Accommodation during the Everest Base Camp Trek

• In Kathmandu, we provide comfortable accommodation in 3-star hotels with breakfast on a twin-sharing basis.
• During the trek, we provide comfortable teahouse accommodation on a twin-sharing basis. Hot showers, Wi-Fi, and device charging are available at an additional cost.

Meals and Drinking water on the Everest Base Camp Trek

• Breakfast: Porridge, eggs with toast, pancakes, Tibetan bread, or rice and noodle dishes, with hot tea or coffee.
• Lunch: Thukpa (Tibetan soup), Nepali Dal Bhat (vegetable curry and rice), fried rice, noodles, and momos.
• Dinner: Similar to lunch, with additional dessert options like apple pie, rice pudding, or custard pudding.
• Our guide also provides water purification tablets and drops to ensure safe drinking water throughout the journey.

Required Permits for the Everest Base Camp Trek

• Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit: NPR 3,000 per person.
• Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit: NPR 2,000 per person.

Best Time for Everest Base Camp Trek

• Spring (Mar–May): Clear skies, mild temperatures, and blooming rhododendrons — ideal trekking conditions.
• Summer/Monsoon (Jun–Aug): Heavy rainfall, cloudy views, and slippery trails — less recommended.
• Autumn (Sep–Nov): Most popular season with stable weather and crystal-clear mountain views.
• Winter (Dec–Feb): Cold and snowy, but quiet trails and beautiful winter landscapes for well-prepared trekkers.

Acclimatization during the Everest Base Camp Trek

• Trekking from Lukla (2,860m) to higher altitudes, we ensure proper acclimatization with rest days in Namche Bazaar (3,440m) and Dingboche (4,410m) to adapt to the altitude.

AMS and Safety

Our experienced guides are well-trained in altitude awareness and first aid. They closely monitor each trekker for symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) and ensure a gradual ascent for proper acclimatization.

If any signs of AMS appear, they will take immediate action — whether it’s rest, descent, or arranging emergency evacuation if needed. Your safety is our top priority throughout the trek.

Note: – If you have limited time but you still want to trek to the Everest Base Camp, we have an option for you. Go for our Short Everest Base Camp Trek. We also organize the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. Besides, a Mountain flight to Everest is also a great option.