Everest Base Camp Trek is an incredible journey in the beautiful Himalayan landscapes. This exciting trek package from Base Camp Adventure takes you through diverse landscapes. Trekkers will arrive at the base camp of the highest mountain peak in the world in just a few days.
Everest Base Camp is a stunning area with incredible mountains all around, including Mt. Everest (8848.86m). Trekkers can observe majestic mountain vista and wonderful natural surroundings. They will also get to observe the spectacular view of Mt. Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Khumbutse, Pumori, Cho Oyu, and other Himalayan mountains.
Moreover, this trek in the Everest region passes through rugged terrains and is moderately challenging. With some proper training and preparation, anyone can take this trek with ease. Tea houses along the trail will keep you warm and safe during the night. These teahouses are essential and provide standard facilities along the route. The incredible hospitality will make you fall in love with the place.
Besides that, trekkers will also have an opportunity to explore the cultural landscapes of this region. Various Buddhist landmarks along these trails include monasteries, chortens, and gompas. Travelers will pass through Sherpa settlements with Tibetan heritage. You can have a spiritual experience while trekking through the region.
After you book your trip, we will set up a meeting with you either at our office or a specified hotel. There you will get a complete briefing about this incredible trek journey. You can join a group of trekkers for this once-in-a-lifetime adventure in the Himalayas. We at Base Camp Adventure are providing this outstanding trek at a reasonable cost. Read on to know more about the Everest Base Camp trek group joining in detail.
Highlights of the Trip
- Magical Himalayan sunrise from various viewpoints, including Kala Patthar.
- Experiencing the incredible atmosphere of Everest Base Camp and other natural landscapes
- Exploration of Namche Bazaar and its various cafes, bars, restaurants, souvenir shops of the region.
- Scenic mountain flight with best Himalayan views to and from Lukla
- The exploration of Tengboche monastery and its spiritual premises.
- Trekking through incredible landscapes of Khumbu Icefalls and glaciers.
- Cultural exploration of lifestyle, heritage, and tradition of the Sherpa community
- The warm hospitality of local people
EBC Trek Altitude Chart
Everest Base Camp Trek Group Joining Route
Our trek journey starts as you take a scenic flight to Lukla from Kathmandu. Lukla is the gateway of the Mount Everest region. You will trek to Phakding from Lukla. From Phakding, you will trek to Namche Bazaar. The commercial town has many ancient Sherpa settlements, hotels, pubs, cafes, and others.
The culture, tradition, and heritage of Sherpas will enchant all travelers. After arriving at Tengboche, you can observe the ancient monastery of this region. Trekkers will pass through the settlements of Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorakshep. Finally, you will arrive at Everest Base Camp, which is our primary destination. This 360-degree panoramic view of the snow-capped mountains of the region will welcome you.
The trail goes uphill and downhill, passing through forests of rhododendron, juniper, and pine trees. Glaciers, glacial lakes, and green hills are another highlight of this trek. Travelers will travel to Kala Patthar (5545m), another incredible viewpoint for gorgeous Himalayan sunrises. You can observe Mt. Everest (8848.86m), Lhotse (8414m), Khumbutse (6636m), Pumori (7161m), Nuptse (7861m), Lingtren (6749m) and others.
After exploring the base camp area and taking incredible pictures of this region, you will return to Gorak Shep. Kala Pathar hike the next day is another challenging journey through rugged terrains. You will get majestic views of Mount Everest from Kalapathar. After Kala Pathar, you will return to Pheriche and pass through an earlier route of Namche Bazar and Phakding to Lukla. Finally, you will take a scenic mountain flight from Lukla to Kathmandu as your trip comes to an end.
You can Join 15 Days Everest Base Camp trek or Short Everest Base Camp trek.
Or, Send us your available days, we can customize the package for you.
Best Season for Everest Base Camp Trek Group Joining
The treks in the Everest region are perfect in peak seasons of Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November). These seasons are ideal for trekking in the area. There is stable weather with moderate temperatures in the Everest region, making it suitable for trekking.
Weather in Spring
Spring is generally considered perfect for trekking and hence is peak time for adventures. There is less precipitation in the foothills of the Himalayas, which makes it favorable for trekking. Moreover, moderate temperatures in the daytime and a serene environment are other advantages. Trekkers will pass through green hills, fast-flowing rivers, water streams, and beautiful landscapes. Overall, there is a tranquil environment in Spring in the Everest region.
Weather in Autumn
Autumn is a beautiful time for the EBC trek as there is an excellent daytime trekking environment. There is minimal precipitation and less challenges like floods, landslides, and avalanches. Besides, you can also go on a complete cultural exploration of this region.
There are many cultural festivals in this season, and the atmosphere remains quite lively. There are various cultural landmarks in the region, including monasteries and temples.
Offseason treks
Everest Base Camp in the off-season of winters and monsoons is also possible. However, they are pretty challenging as the weather remains unpredictable. There is extremely cold weather and heavy rainfall in these seasons. Hence, trekkers should pack well for this trip and train well for a safe and comfortable experience.
Difficulties of Everest Base Camp Trek
This Everest region is remote, with rugged and challenging terrains. Altitude sickness is quite a challenge in this high-altitude trek. Moreover, trekkers should acclimatize well during this trek with proper rest and hydration to trek with ease. Diamox tablets can also help you tackle altitude sickness along trails.
Moreover, trekkers will pass through the harsh terrains of these regions. The steep uphill trails are a challenge for even the most experienced of trekkers. Trekkers also need to train well with proper physical strength, endurance, and stamina. This trek has facilities of accommodation in teahouses.
These teahouses have basic facilities so you will have to compromise in this aspect. The food is also essential as ingredients need to get transported through porters or yaks along the trail. Everest Base Camp Trek is therefore difficult in these aspects. However, if you trek with proper packing and preparation, you can complete this trek. Read more at How difficult is EBC trek?
Itinerary
Maximum altitude: Phakding (2600m)
Flight duration: 35-40 minutes
Trek duration: 3-4 hrs
Overnight: Phakding
You can board your scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla from Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. It takes around 35-40 minutes to complete this journey. Lukla is the gateway of the Everest region with few hotels, teahouses, lodges, and others. After we finally arrive at Lukla airport, we will head to Phakding on our trekking journey.
You will trek along the left bank of Dudh Koshi River and then travel downhill to arrive at Phakding. You can get majestic views of mountains, including Kusum Kanguru (6367m), from the Phakding viewpoint. We will rest in the Phakding teahouse.
Maximum altitude: Namche Bazaar (3450 m)
Trek duration: 6-7 hours
Overnight: Namche Bazaar
We will start our trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar alongside a rugged trail. Moreover, Namche Bazaar is a beautiful settlement of local Sherpa people. There are many cafes, restaurants, bars, shops, and others. It is the central trading hub of the Everest/Khumbu region.
You will pass along trails that are remote and rugged and then cross rivers through suspension bridges. Trekkers will pass through Monjo village (2835m) during their journey. They will then enter Sagarmatha National Park premises. You will pass the Dudh Koshi River through the suspension bridge before reaching Jorsalle.
From this point, we will climb uphill on the steep path to arrive at Namche Bazaar. You can observe the first view of Mt. Everest from this point along the trail. We will finally arrive at our destination of Namche Bazaar after trekking for a few hours, where we rest for the night at a lodge.
Maximum altitude: Namche Bazaar (3450 m)
Hike duration: 1-2 hours
Overnight: Namche Bazaar
Trekking at high altitude conditions is quite challenging as you will have to face altitude sickness along trails. Therefore, acclimatization is essential when it comes to high-altitude trekking. You will explore for some duration, even on acclimatization days. There are opportunities to hike to Sir Edmund Hillary foundation’s Khunde Hospital.
From this Syangboche airstrip, you can observe Mt. Everest (8848.86m), Thamserku (6608m), Lhotse (8414m), Kusum Kanguru (6367m), Nuptse (7861m), and Ama Dablam (6856m). Trekkers can explore various points for an hour before returning to Namche. Besides that, you can also explore Namche, and it’s beautiful cafes, restaurants, bars, souvenir shops, and others. We will return to our teahouse in Namche Bazaar in the evening and spend the night.
Maximum altitude: Tengboche (3865 m)
Trek duration: 5-6 hours
Overnight: Tengboche
After waking up early and having a delicious breakfast, we will begin our trek. We will pass through remote trails as we trek to Tengboche. You will walk alongside Dudh Koshi River, passing through various village settlements of the region. You can observe mountains through multiple viewpoints along the trail.
After crossing the Dudh Koshi River through the suspension bridge at PhunkeTenga (3250m), we will arrive at Tengboche. Tengboche is generally known for its ancient monastery and provides you with majestic views of Mt. Everest (8848 m), Lhotse (8414m), AmaDablam (6856m), and others. Trekkers can observe monks and nuns busy in their daily lifestyles. You can also observe evening prayers and chants that will enchant you spiritually. You will stay in a teahouse in Tengboche.
Maximum altitude: Dingboche (4410m)
Trek duration: 5-6 hours
Overnight: Dingboche
The trail on this day passes through rugged terrains along the descending path to Dingboche (4410m). We will cross Imja Khola and take an uphill climb to Pangboche village. This incredible village located just opposite Ama Dablam (6856m) provides you with majestic views of the Himalayas. You will get magical views of pine trees, Buddhist gompas, and mani walls.
From this point, you will climb uphill through dense juniper forests for around 2.5 hrs to arrive at Dingboche. We will rest and spend the night in the Dingboche teahouse.
Maximum altitude: Dingboche (4410m)
Hike duration: 1-2 hours
Overnight: Dingboche
Dingboche is another beautiful settlement where we will acclimatize for the second time. On this day, we will explore the region and go on small hikes. You can visit Nakartsang Gompa from where you can get an incredible view of Mt. Everest (8848 m) and other Himalayan mountains.
These mountains include Makalu (8481m), Lhotse (8414m), Baruntse (7129m), Mt. Ama Dablam (6856m), and Island Peak (6189m). You can also hike to Chhukhung to observe surrounding views of green hills, water streams, rivers, and others. We will rest and spend the night in Dingboche.
Maximum altitude: Lobuche (4940m)
Trek duration: 5-6 hours
Overnight: Lobuche
The trek today starts from Dingboche and takes you to Lobuche. You can observe a panoramic view of mountains along the trail as you pass through various settlements, including Dughla. You will then climb the rocky glacial moraines on an uphill path.
You will pass through small Chortens or memorials dedicated to Sherpas who perished on their way to Mt Everest (8848.86 m). From here, you will climb towards a glacier to arrive at Lobuche, where you will spend the night at a teahouse.
Maximum altitude: Everest Base Camp (5364m)
Trek duration: 4-5 hrs
Overnight: Gorakshep
You will start your trek from Lobuche, climbing uphill along rugged terrains. We will pass through various settlements before finally arriving at Gorak Shep, where we will rest and have lunch. Gorakshep is a beautiful sandbed and site of the original base camp to Mount Everest.
We will then trek to Everest Base Camp (5364m), which takes about three to four hours to arrive. The trails of this trek pass through many glaciers and rocks. You can observe majestic frozen lakes on your way to the Everest Base Camp.
After arriving at the base camp, you can watch a wide vista of the Himalayas plus other landscapes. You can take as many pictures of this region and then finally trek back to Gorakshep. You will spend the night at a local teahouse.
Maximum altitude: Kala Patthar (5545m)
Trek duration: 6-7 hrs
Overnight: Pheriche
The trail on this day starts with a scenic early sunrise overlooking the snow-capped mountains of the region. We will then observe majestic views of the region’s mountains as we trek to Kala Patthar (5545m). Kala Patthar trek is early in the morning in the dark. Therefore, it can get quite challenging, especially for first-time travelers.
From there, you can get a stunning view of Mt. Everest (8848 m), Lhotse (8414m), Khumbutse (6636m), Pumori (7161m), Nuptse (7861m), Lingtren (6749m), and others. After arriving at Kala Patthar, you will get majestic views of snow-capped mountains, including the best views of Mount Everest. After taking pictures and exploring the region, we will return to Gorak Shep and then finally to Pheriche, where we will stay overnight.
Maximum altitude: Pheriche (4243m)
Trek duration: 7-8 hrs
Overnight: Namche Bazaar
Today, you will start your trek through the juniper and rhododendron forests, where flowers bloom over hills in the Spring season. You will pass through Tengboche, where you will have your lunch and continue to Namche Bazaar.
We can observe majestic views of Lhotse (8414m) and Everest (8848.86 m) from here. You can take a hot shower and sleep overnight at a teahouse in Namche Bazaar. You can also explore the Namche Bazaar and take various souvenir items for your family back home.
Maximum altitude: Namche Bazaar (3450 m)
Trek duration: 6-8 hrs
Overnight: Lukla
This trail today starts from Namche Bazaar to Lukla as you pass through the rugged and remote terrains of the region. You can observe the incredible views and pass through steep and rocky terrain.
After crossing a suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi River, we will continue our journey. On the same route, we will get a different perspective of the region. You will pass through pine forests and green hills as you can observe majestic snow-capped mountains of the region. We will rest for the night at a local teahouse or a lodge.
Maximum altitude: Lukla (2860m)
Flight duration: 35-40 minutes
Our Everest Base Camp Trek group joining itinerary ends as you take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu. The incredible flight provides you with magical views of the snow-capped mountains. After arriving in Kathmandu, you can then proceed to your desired destination.
Note: Our 12 days Everest Base Camp Trek group joining itinerary does not include hotel pickup/drop off facilities. You will also have to manage your hotel room in Kathmandu on your own. However, on request we can arrange hotel pickup and dropoff along with sightseeing tours at an additional cost.
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