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EVEREST KALAPATHAR -BASE CAMP TREK
Tour Overview
Stand Face-to-Face with Mount Everest – A Journey of a Lifetime
Embark on Nepal’s most iconic adventure—an incredible trek to Everest Base Camp and Kalapathar. Discover Sherpa heritage, towering Himalayan peaks, and awe-inspiring landscapes while travelling safely with experienced guides. The perfect achievement for adventurous travellers.
Tour Highlights
• Scenic mountain flight to Lukla
• Trek the legendary Everest Base Camp Trail
• Everest viewpoints from Kalapathar (5,545 m)
• World-famous Sherpa culture and mountain monasteries
• Breathtaking views: Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse & Ama Dablam
• UNESCO Sagarmatha National Park
• Expert trekking guide & teahouse experiences
• Acclimatisation days for safe altitude progression
What's included
Itinerary
Day 01 – Kathmandu ? Mulkot
Breakfast at the hotel. Scenic drive to Mulkot (approx. 95 km / 4 hrs). Relaxation by the riverside.
Overnight at Taj Riverside Resort or similar.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 02 – Mulkot ? Manthali Lukla ? Phakding (2,600 m)
Drive to Manthali Airport (27 km / 1 hr). Mountain flight to Lukla (2,800 m). Begin your trek gently along the Dudh Koshi River as stunning peaks such as Gaurishankar appear.
Trek approx. 9 km / 4 hrs.
Overnight in local teahouse.
Meals: Full Board
Day 03 – Phakding ? Namche Bazaar (3,450 m)
Enter Sagarmatha National Park, cross suspension bridges, and climb through pine forests to the Sherpa capital — Namche Bazaar.
Trek approx. 12 km / 6 hrs.
Overnight in local teahouse.
Meals: Full Board
Day 04 – Namche Bazaar Acclimatisation Day
A vital day for altitude adjustment. Explore markets, cafés, viewpoints, museums, banks, and post office.
Meals: Full Board
Day 05 – Namche ? Tengboche (3,860 m)
A spectacular trail with first grand views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. Visit Tengboche Monastery — spiritual heart of Khumbu.
Trek approx. 10 km / 6 hrs.
Overnight in local teahouse.
Meals: Full Board
Day 06 – Tengboche ? Pheriche (4,240 m)
Descend through rhododendron forests and climb towards high-alpine yak pastures and glacial valleys.
Trek approx. 12 km / 5 hrs.
Overnight in local teahouse.
Meals: Full Board
Day 07 – Pheriche Acclimatisation Day
Short hikes recommended for strengthening altitude adaptation.
Meals: Full Board
Day 08 – Pheriche ? Lobuche (4,930 m)
Climb alongside the great Khumbu Glacier. Emotional stop at climbers’ memorial chortens.
Trek approx. 12 km / 6 hrs.
Overnight in local teahouse.
Meals: Full Board
Day 09 – Lobuche ? Gorakshep ? Kalapathar (5,545 m) ? Gorakshep
A challenging day but rewarding with the best Everest panorama of the entire trek.
Trek approx. 12 km / 7 hrs.
Overnight in local teahouse.
Meals: Full Board
Day 10 – Everest Base Camp (5,346 m) ? Lobuche
Reach the dream destination — Everest Base Camp, gateway for climbers to the world’s highest peak! Return to Lobuche.
Trek approx. 12 km / 8 hrs.
Overnight in local teahouse.
Meals: Full Board
Day 11 – Lobuche ? Dingboche
Descend to lower altitude with scenic views of Imja Valley.
Trek approx. 12 km / 6 hrs.
Overnight in local teahouse.
Meals: Full Board
Day 12 – Dingboche ? Tengboche
Walk through alpine scenery toward the monastery village once again.
Trek approx. 12 km / 6 hrs.
Overnight in local teahouse.
Meals: Full Board
Day 13 – Tengboche ? Jorsale
Long descent through forests and Sherpa settlements back to the Dudh Koshi gorge.
Trek approx. 12 km / 8 hrs.
Overnight in local teahouse.
Meals: Full Board
Day 14 – Jorsale ? Lukla
Final trekking day — celebrate your great achievement!
Trek approx. 10 km / 5 hrs.
Overnight in local teahouse.
Meals: Full Board
Day 15 – Lukla Manthali ? Kathmandu
Early flight (weather permitting). Drive back to the capital. Trek ends proudly — certificate of accomplishment available on request.
Meals: Breakfast
