Skip to main content
Top Kathmandu activities
Top Kathmandu landmarks
Beyond Kathmandu
Kathmandu trip ideas

Everest Base Camp Trek (15 Days)

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Badge of Excellence
Kathmandu, Nepal
  • 15 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Accomodation in Kathmandu, in a 3-star hotel with breakfast in Thamel
    • Accomodation in Manthali, in a Glamping:thatched-roof shelter with twin beds, fan, and charging port
    • Accomodation in standard teahouses during the trek
    • Private transportation
      Private transport for airport arrival/departure and round-trip drive between Kathmandu and Manthali for Lukla flights, with a comfortable vehicle and professional driver.
    • Round-trip flights to Lukla from Kathmandu or Manthali, based on season and airport regulations.
    • Professional, government-licensed, first-aid trained Trek guide
    • Porters to carry your overnight bag, provided at a 2 trekkers to 1 porter ratio
    • 1 assistant guide per 5 trekkers for added safety, support, and personalized attention.
    • Insurance coverage for all trekkinag crew, including guides, assistant guides, and porters.
    • Entrance fee - Sagarmatha National Park Entrace Fees, Khumbu Rural Municipality Permit and Tims Card
    • Government Fees
    • Dinner (2)
      Dinner
    • Breakfast (2)
      Breakfast
    • International airfare – Flights to/from Nepal are not included.
    • Nepal visa fee – Payable on arrival at the airport or online in advance
      $30.00 per person
    • Travel insurance not included; must cover emergency evacuation and trek’s highest altitude reached
    • Extra nights in Kathmandu or Manthali – Due to early return, delays, or schedule changes.
    • Personal trekking gear
    • Tips for guide, porter, and support staff not mandatory but expected as a gesture of appreciation
    • Hot showers, battery charging & Wi-Fi – Available for an extra fee at most teahouses.
    • Unforeseen expenses due to delays, weather, or emergencies like rescue or extra nights not included.
    • Meals
      Meals during the trek are not included. In Kathmandu, only hotel breakfasts, a welcome dinner, and a farewell dinner are provided; other lunches and dinners in the city are at your own expense.
    • Drinking water not included; we recommend bringing a filter bottle or purification tablets.

    Meeting and Pickup

    You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    If you would like an arrival transfer, please provide us with your flight information, and we will arrange for a representative to pick you up at Tribhuvan Airport. If guests require a hotel transfer, please provide us with their hotel information and room number. In either case, we request you to share your contact number and WhatsApp/Viber for easy contact.

    or

    Meeting point

    • Thamel, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

      We will meet in the Thamel area of Kathmandu. You can suggest a preferred location in Thamel or contact us in advance, and we’ll confirm the exact meeting point for pickup or briefing based on your convenience.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Arranged start time

    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    • 06/22/2025 - 05/21/2027

      Monday - Sunday : 7:15 AM - 7:15 PM

    Itinerary

    Day 1

    Arrive In TIA, Kathmandu (1334m) | Transfer To Hotel and Briefing Meeting At The Hotel

    1 Stop

    1

    Kathmandu

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Overnight in a 3-star hotel on a bed-and-breakfast basis in Thamel, Kathmandu’s vibrant tourism hub.

    Meals: Dinner

    Day 2

    Drive to Manthali (464 m) | Drive Duration: ≈ 6 Hours

    1 Stop

    1

    Manthali

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Overnight at glamping: thatched roof shelter with fixed tent, twin beds, charging port, and a stand fan.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 3

    Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2,610 m) | Flight Duration: ≈ 30 min, Hike Duration: ≈ 3 hrs, Distance: ≈ 7 km

    3 Stops

    1

    Flights to Lukla

    25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    2

    Lukla

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Phakding

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Basic teahouse in Phakding with clean twin rooms, shared bathrooms, and charging points available in the dining hall.

    Meals: Not included

    Day 4

    Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) | Duration: ≈7 hrs, Distance: ≈ 10 km

    6 Stops

    Benkar (Pass By)

    Monjo (Pass By)

    Sagarmatha National Park (Pass By)

    Jorsalle (Pass By)

    Hillary Bridge (Pass By)

    1

    Namche Bazaar

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Basic teahouse in Namche with clean twin rooms, shared bathrooms, and charging points available in the dining hall.

    Meals: Not included

    Day 5

    Rest Day in Namche Bazaar (3440m) & Acclimatization Hike to Everest View Point | Duration: ≈ 4 hrs, Distance: ≈ 5 km

    3 Stops

    1

    Sagarmatha National Park Museum

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    Syangboche Airport (Pass By)

    2

    Everest View Point

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    Accommodation: Basic teahouse in Namche with clean twin rooms, shared bathrooms, and charging points available in the dining hall.

    Meals: Not included

    Day 6

    Trek to Tengboche (3,810 m) | Hike Duration: ≈ 6 Hours, Hike Distance: ≈ 9 KM

    5 Stops

    Kyangjuma (Pass By)

    Tashinga (Pass By)

    Phunki Thanga (Pass By)

    1

    Tengboche Gompa

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    2

    Tengboche

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Basic teahouse in Tengboche with clean twin rooms, shared bathrooms, and charging points available in the dining hall.

    Meals: Not included

    Day 7

    Trek to Dingboche (4,410 m) | Hike Duration: ≈ 6 Hours, Hike Distance: ≈ 8 KM

    4 Stops

    Deboche (Pass By)

    Pangboche (Pass By)

    SOMARE (Pass By)

    1

    Dingboche

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Basic teahouse in Dingboche, with clean twin rooms, shared bathrooms, and charging points available in the dining hall.

    Meals: Not included

    Day 8

    Rest day in Dingboche (4,410 m) & Acclimitization Hike to Nangkartsang View Point | Duration: ≈ 4 hrs, Distance: ≈ 4 KM

    1 Stop

    Nangkartshang Peak (Pass By)

    Accommodation: Basic teahouse in Dingboche, with clean twin rooms, shared bathrooms, and charging points available in the dining hall.

    Meals: Not included

    Day 9

    Trek to Lobuche (4,910 m) | Duration: ≈ 5 hours, Distance: ≈ 7 km

    2 Stops

    Dughla (Pass By)

    1

    Lobuche

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Basic teahouse in Lobuche, with clean twin rooms, shared bathrooms, and charging points available in the dining hall.

    Meals: Not included

    Day 10

    Trek to Gorakshep (5,164 m) & Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) | Duration: ≈9 hours, Distance: ≈12 KM

    3 Stops

    1

    Gorakshep

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    2

    Everest Base Camp

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Khumbu Glacier (Pass By)

    Accommodation: Basic teahouse in Gorakshep, with clean twin rooms, shared bathrooms, and charging points available in the dining hall.

    Meals: Not included

    Day 11

    Kala Patthar (5,550 m) Hike & Descent to Pheriche (4,371 m) | Duration: ≈ 6–7 hrs, Distance: ≈ 11 KM

    2 Stops

    1

    Kala Patthar

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Pheriche

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Basic teahouse in Pheriche, with clean twin rooms, shared bathrooms, and charging points available in the dining hall.

    Meals: Not included

    Day 12

    Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) | Duration: ≈ 8 hrs, Distance: ≈ 15 km

    1 Stop

    1

    Namche Bazaar

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Basic teahouse in Namche, with clean twin rooms, shared bathrooms, and charging points available in the dining hall.

    Meals: Not included

    Day 13

    Trek to Lukla (2,860 m) | Duration: ≈ 7 hours, Distance: ≈ 18 km

    1 Stop

    1

    Lukla

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Basic teahouse in Namche, with clean twin rooms, shared bathrooms, and charging points available in the dining hall.

    Meals: Not included

    Day 14

    Fly to Manthali (1,474m) and Drive to Kathmandu (1,400m) | Flight: 20 min, Drive: 6 hrs, Distance: 132 km

    1 Stop

    1

    Kathmandu

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Overnight in a 3-star hotel on a bed-and-breakfast basis in Thamel, Kathmandu’s vibrant tourism hub.

    Meals: Dinner

    Day 15

    Departure from Kathmandu | Farewell and Final Moments in Nepal

    1 Stop

    1

    Kathmandu

    6 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Not included

    Meals: Breakfast

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
    Supplied by

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    Traveler Photos

    Gallery picture 1 (from a traveler's review)
    Gallery picture 2 (from a traveler's review)
    Gallery picture 3 (from a traveler's review)
    Gallery picture 4 (from a traveler's review)
    Gallery picture 5 (from a traveler's review)

    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 34 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
    We perform checks on reviews

    From $1,950.00

    per person

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

    Compare Similar Experiences

    1 / 3
    Current
    Everest Base Camp Trek (15 Days)
    15 days
    Free Cancellation
    From
    $1,950.00
    15 Days Private Everest Base Camp Trek
    15 days
    Free Cancellation
    From
    $1,520.00
    Everest Base Camp Trek
    13 days
    Free Cancellation
    From
    $1,800.00
    Everest Base Camp Trek - 15 days
    15 days
    Free Cancellation
    From
    $1,375.00

    Customers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

    Explore Similar Things to Do
    Attractions in Kathmandu, Nepal
    More attractions near Kathmandu, Nepal
    Nearby Destinations
    More Tours in Kathmandu