Destination | Nepal |
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Activity | Everest Trek |
Accomodation | Hotel/Lodge/ Tea House during the trek |
Region | Everest Region |
Distance | Lukla-EBC-Lukla (130km / 80miles) |
Start / End point | Kathmandu / Kathmandu |
Duration | 10 Days |
Max. Altitude | 5,555m at Kalapatthar |
Meals Included | All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek |
Group size | 2-6 |
Nature of Trek | Lodge to Lodge Trekking |
Best Season | Feb, Mar, Apri, May, June, Sep, Oct, Nov & Dec |
Trip Code | dwt001 |
Activity Per Day | Approximately 4-6 hrs walking |
Transportation | Domestic Flights (Ktm-Lukla-Ktm) and Pick up & Drop off by Private Transportation (Hotel-Airport-Hotel) |
Grade | Challenging |
Everest Base Camp Trekking in Nepal - 10 days
If you are seeking a bold adventure in the Himalayas, Everest Base Camp Trekking or EBC trekking is for you. The EBC trek starts from Lukla (2,850m), passes through challenging terrains, beautiful vistas, traditional Sherpa villages, magnificent Buddhist monasteries, and ascends to Everest Base Camp at 5,364m. However, we will be climbing further to Kala Patthar at 5,555m for better views.
Highlights of Everest Base Camp Tour Package
- Sherpa culture, their lifestyles, and peaceful monasteries -including the Tengboche monastery.
- Breath-taking views of the world’s highest peak, Mt. Everest (8,848m).
- Other peaks Mt. Lhotse (8,516m), Mt. Makalu (8,463m), and Cho Yu (8,201m)
- Wide range of high-land flora and fauna.
- Stunning Khumbu Glacier
- Wildlife like snow leopards, musk deer and Himalayan Monal
- Panoramic view from Kala Pathar (5,555m)
- One of the world’s highest airport at Syanboche
- The ancient monastery in Tengboche
Benefits of Everest Base Camp Trek with Discovery World Trekking
- Free transfer, on a private vehicle, from Tribhuvan International Airport to your hotel on arrival and vice-versa on return
- Online trip briefing after booking confirmation
- Easy booking and reservation system
- Multi-channel communication (Email, WhatsApp, Facebook, WeChat, Viber, Skype, Zoom)
- 24/7 phone communication at +977- 9840055491
- Easy payment system.
- Monitoring for blood oxygen saturation level using an oximeter. Other medical kits.
- Sleeping bags and down jacket arrangements, if you do not have your own.
- Free excess luggage storing service during the trekking period
Online Trip Briefing
The online briefing will clear all your doubts about the trek, including things to bring (equipment checklist) for the hike, the itinerary details, and what you can expect on the trails. As soon as you complete the booking, we will email you the available date and time for the trek briefing.
Everest Base Camp Tour Package Details
Mt. Everest Base Camp Trek forms a part of a to-do list for serious trekkers. This part of the world is quite secluded, peaceful, and the trails are challenging. In fact, the Everest Base Camp hike serves as a playground for adventure and thrill-seekers worldwide.
Mt. Everest(29,029ft / 8,848.68m), does not stand secluded, other tall peaks that lie in the same vicinity are Lhotse (8,516m / 27,940 ft), Nuptse (7,861m / 25,791ft), Makalu (8,485m / 27,838ft), Cho Oyu (8,189m / 26,867ft)), Ama Dablam (6,812m / 22,349ft), Thamserku 6,608m / 21,680ft), Island Peak (6,189m / 20,305ft), Mera Peak (6,476m / 21,247ft), Lobuche (4,940m / 16,210ft) . The biodiversity in this region is very rich and particularly so in Sagarmatha National Park, which is also a world heritage site.
The journey to the EBC trek begins with a 40-minute mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla.
On the first day, after setting foot on Lukla, we will trek to Phakding (2650m / 8,562ft). On the following day, we will head to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) - the Sherpa capital of Nepal or also known as the gateway to Everest Base Camp, on our second day.
On this day, we will be walking in some of the remotest parts of the world - walking through breathtaking terrains, passing numerous suspension bridges, and viewing changing flora and faunas, as we ascend. Alongside your trek, you can see the various carved stones called Mane and Chorten, which hold religious significance for Buddhists.
We will also pass through some of the most amazing places - like Syangboche Airport (Nepal’s Highest altitude Airport), Yak Farm, Hillary School, and Khumbu Monastery, which is believed to house yeti scalp.
Since this is a 10-day trek, we will continue trekking forward, leaving Namche Bazaar behind and heading to Tengboche - known for Tengboche monastery (3,855m / 12,850ft). The monastery looks fabulous with high mountains in the background, and the environment is calm and peaceful, just as you would expect in any spiritual setting. We will spend the night in Tengboche - an almost spiritual refuge.
On our fourth day of the Everest Base Camp hike, we leave Tengboche and trek towards Dingboche (4,410m / 14470ft) - our destination for that day. The trekking effort that we will be putting in will be handsomely rewarded by the views of glorious peaks and amazing landscapes. Dingboche Valley itself is surrounded by ChhuKung Ri (5,550m / 18,209ft), and it is comparatively warmer here. The Imja River flows from Imja Lake (5,004m / 16,417ft), which lies in this valley.
The next day we will continue our journey from Dingboche to Lobuche (4,930m / 16,175ft). On the way, you will get to see spectacular views of mountain peaks like the Mahalangur Himal, Pumori, Lingtren, and Khumbutse. By the time you reach Lobuche, it will almost be evening, so we will spend our night at Lobuche looking forward to reaching Everest Base Camp (5,364m / 17,598ft) the next day.
On our sixth day, we will be reaching our destination Everest Base Camp, but first, we will bid goodbye to Lobuche and head to Gorak Shep. In the late afternoon, we will reach Gorak Shep, where we will leave our belongings, and then ascend to the Everest Base Camp (5,364m / 17,598ft) - our destination.
While on the EBC, you might find yourself rewinding your memories, reflecting upon the hardships you faced, your struggle with nature, and the rewards you have been able to reap. Reaching the EBC camp is a huge achievement by any standard. After spending some time in the Everest Base Camp, we will climb down back to Gorak Shep, where we will be spending that night.
Early in the morning of our seventh day, we wake up early in Gorak Shep and head to Kala Patthar (5,550m / 18,208ft) to catch the heavenly glimpses of the dawn breaking on Everest. It will probably be the moment you will cherish throughout your life. The view of Khumbu Glacier from Kala Patthar adds substantially to the amazing beauty that you get to enjoy. The experience you gain through EBC Trek will surely encourage you to face challenges and meet them in your life.
After spending some of the best moments of life in Gorak Shep, we will head back to Pheriche (4,371 m / 14,341ft). The way should be easy as you will be descending. One remarkable place you will be passing is the memorial park dedicated to those who could not conquer the hostile terrain. We will continue our trek and reach Pheriche, where we will be spending the night.
The next day, we will wake at Periche, have breakfast, and start our trek to Namche Bazaar. The trails are quite gentle and pass through magnificent rhododendron trees that provide cover for highland wildlife like mountain goats, snow leopards, pheasants, etc. We will continue on our way until we reach Namche Bazaar, the destination for our day.
On our ninth day, we will leave Namche Bazaar and head to Lukla. This day marks the end of our trekking, and on the way, you might feel nostalgic as you are back from where you started the trek. But before you reach Lukla, you will be passing through a small beautiful village - Tok Tok. After reaching Lukla, we will rest, relax, and spend the night anticipating a return to Kathmandu the following morning.
Early on our tenth day, we will catch our scheduled flight to Kathmandu. The flight will be comfortable, and it will also provide you time to look back, reflect upon your achievements, and relive your memories.
We recommend all our valuable clients arrive at least one day (in the afternoon) before the trip departure date to take part in the trip briefing. At the trip briefing, you will get a chance to re-check your equipment, get trip details, and know about the weather condition. DWT strongly recommends our guests allocate one or two extra days for the trip so that you will not miss your international flight due to possible Kathmandu-Lukla - Kathmandu flight delays.
Mount Everest Base Camp Trek Experience Videos & Pictures
Short Everest Base Camp Trek Route Itinerary
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Flight from Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,593ft) to Lukla (2,850m / 9,350 ft). Trek to Phakding ( 2650m / 8562ft )
Itinerary Facts Trek Distance 6.2km / 3.8miles Flight Hours 40 minutes Highest Altitude 2,850m / 9,350ft Trek Duration 3 hours Early in the morning, we will head to the Tribhuvan International Airport for a 40-minute scenic flight to Tenzing Hillary Airport at Lukla (2,804m). From Lukla, we will follow the Dudh Koshi River, until we reach Phakding. The trip will be light, as it also serves acclimatization.
- Overnight stay at Khumbu Travel Lodge, room with attached bathroom
- Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
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Trek from Phakding (2,650m/ 8,562ft) to Namche Bazaar (3,440m /11,285ft)
Itinerary Facts Trek Distance 7.4km / 4.6miles Highest Altitude 3,440m / 11,285ft Trek Duration 6 hours We will continue following Dudh Koshi Riverbank on the second day, crossing rivers on several suspension bridges, including the most popular Hillary Suspension Bridge. Little ahead lies Sagarmatha National Park, where we will register our permits, climb uphill and continue until we arrive at Namche Bazaar - the gateway to Everest Base Camp.
- Overnight stay at Sakura Guest House, room with attached bathroom
- Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
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Trek from Namche (3,440m / 11,285ft) to Tengboche (3,855m / 12,850ft)
Itinerary Facts Trek Distance 9. km / 5.7miles Highest Altitude 3,855m / 12,850ft Trek Duration 5 hours It is yet another exciting day on the trail. We leave Namche Bazaar for Tengboche on a path that constantly elevates, but the views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam are fantastic. As we pass through the pine forest, you might be able to see high-land wildlife like musk deer or Himalayan Thar. The trails are exciting and, on the way, we will be passing through several suspension bridges decorated with prayer flags. When we reach Tengboche, you will be able to see the magnificent 20 feet Budhha statue.
- Overnight stay at Hotel Good Luck
- Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
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Trek from Tengboche (3,855m / 12,850ft) to Dingboche (4,360m / 14,290ft)
Itinerary Facts Trek Distance 12 km / 7.45miles Highest Altitude (4,360m / 14,290ft) Trek Duration 4,360m / 14,290ft There is a lot to cover for this day. So, we start early in the morning at Tengboche and start our trek. The path gradually elevates and passes through small villages, chortens, and mani walls. We will be moving forward along the Lobuche riverbank, entering the Imja Valley to reach Dingboche. Dingboche is famous as a perfect viewpoint for Ama Dablam Peak (6,812m) and Mt. Lhotse (8,516m). We will appreciate the views from Dingboche and spend the night in this scenic village.
- Overnight stay at Hotel Good Luck
- Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
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Trek from Dingboche (4,360m / 14,290ft) to Lobuche (4,930m / 16,175ft)
Itinerary Facts Trek Distance 8.5km / 5.2miles Highest Altitude 4,930m / 16,175ft Trek Duration 5 hours By this day, you will have completed half of your trek, and you just need to wait a day more to get to Everest Base Camp. We start this day's trek from Dingboche, but the destination is Lobuche. The trail progresses along with Khumbu Glacier, passes through several lodges, and a stone memorial - built to commemorate those who could not succeed in this harsh terrain. When you reach Lobuche, you will realize that it is a comparatively larger settlement full of shops and hotels.
- Overnight stay at Mother Earth House
- Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
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Trek from Lobuche (4,930m / 16,175ft) to Everest Base Camp (5,364m / 17,598ft) and back to Gorak Shep (5,185m / 17,010ft)
Itinerary Facts Trek Distance 15km / 9.32miles Highest Altitude 5,364m /17,598ft Trek Duration 6-8 hours Finally, your wait will be over today as our trek takes you to Everest Base Camp (5,364m), the nearest you can be to Mt. Everest - (unless you want to climb it). We will leave Lobuche in the morning, trek through the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier, climb over steep trails until we reach Gorak Shep.
We will leave our belongings at Gorak Shep and climb up to the Everest Base Camp. At the Everest Camp, you will probably feel proud of yourself - and it is an event worth celebrating. The views you get to enjoy are stunning, and you will probably remember them throughout your life. After spending some time at the Everest Base Camp, you will come down to Gorak Shep, where we will stay for the night.
- Overnight stay at Buddha Lodge
- Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
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Hike to Kala Patthar (5,555m / 18,208ft) viewpoint, trek back to Gorak Shep, then to Pheriche (4,250m / 13,945ft)
Itinerary Facts Trek Distance 9.6km / 6miles Highest Altitude 5,555m / 18,208ft Trek Duration 5 hours You get to witness some of the best dawns in your life on this day. We wake at Gorak Shep and climb up to Kala Patthar, from where you will get to see the first rays of the sun strike Mt. Everest and the other Himalayas. It also provides you the perfect chance to click stunning pictures which you can share with the world. After enjoying the dawn, we return to Gorak Shep, have our breakfast, and trek to Pheriche, our destination for that day.
- Overnight stay at Himalayan Hotel
- Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
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Trek from Pheriche (4,250m / 13,945ft) to Namche Bazaar (3,440m / 11,285ft)
Itinerary Facts Trek Distance 14.3km / 8.8miles Highest Altitude 4,250m / 13,945ft Trek Duration 6 - 7 hrs This day is the second last day at the trekking trails, and since you will be climbing down, the trek will be relatively easy. You will be passing through the rhododendron forests, where we might get to see the Himalayan wildlife - mountain goats, colorful pheasants, and snow leopards. We will also be crossing the suspension bridge on Dudh Koshi to reach Namche Bazaar.
- Overnight stay at Sakura Guest House, room with attached bathroom
- Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
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Trek from Namche Bazaar (3,440m / 11,285ft) to Lukla (2,850 m/9,350ft)
Itinerary Facts Trek Distance 13.5km / 8.3miles Highest Altitude 3,440m / 11,285ft Trek Duration 6-7 hrs This is the final day at the trails. The trek is quite long but self-gratifying. You will be walking down to Dudh Koshi Valley, and as we progress, we will pass the beautiful village called Toktok. Finally, we will reach Lukla, the destination for this day. It will probably be your last day in the Everest Region.
- Overnight stay at Comfort Inn, room with attached bathroom
- Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
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Fly back to Kathmandu (1,400m / 4,593ft) from Lukla (2,850m / 9,350ft)
Itinerary Facts Highest Altitude 40 minutes If everything goes according to the schedule, we will take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu. The 40-minute flight will be quite comfortable, and during the flight, you might be reliving your remarkable memories. The overall experience you have gained will probably change you - you are altogether a newer person now, more determined, and inspired to reach new heights in life.
- Included standard meal (Breakfast)
What is included in my 10 days EBC Trek Package?
- Domestic flight tickets (Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu) and airport departure taxes
- Total 9 nights (Four nights at Lukla, Phakding, and Namche (2 Nights), rooms with private attached bathrooms. Five nights in standard rooms at Tengboche,Lobuche, Dingbuche,Gorakshep, and Pheriche)
- All standard meals (10 lunches, 9 dinners, and 10 breakfasts) during the trek
- Government licensed English-speaking trek leader. For more than 12 trekkers, 1 assistant guide.
- Porters to carry trekkers luggage. 2 trekkers will share 1 porter. Max weight limit for a porter- 18 kg (9 kg per trekker, weight limit).
- Covers guides' and porters' wages, their meals, insurance, lodging, transportation, flight, and other necessary equipment.
- Water purification tablets for safe drinking water
- Sagarmatha National Park entry permit fee
- Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality fees
- Snacks (cookies) and seasonal fresh fruits every day
- All government, local taxes, and official expenses
- Assistance in arranging rescue operations in case of complicated health conditions (funded by travel insurance)
- Souvenirs - company's T-shirt & cap
- Discovery World Trekking’s Appreciation Certificate after the successful trek.
- Farewell dinner at the end of the trek
What is excluded from the package?
- International flight costs
- Nepal Entry Visa Fees for multiple entries on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (USD 50 for 30-day stay)
- Excess baggage charges (Limit is 9 kg per person) on the trek
- All accommodation and meals in Kathmandu, before and after the journey
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu due to early arrival or late departure, or early return from the trek.
- Personal expenses (shopping, snacks, boiled bottle water, hot (Tea/ Coffee) and cold drinks, hot shower, alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone call, battery re-charge fee, extra porters, etc
- Personal clothing and gear
- Travel insurance that covers emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation (compulsory)
- Tips for guides and porters (recommended)
- Additional costs incurred due to causes beyond our control, for example, landslides, weather conditions, itinerary modifications due to safety concerns, illness, change of government policies, strikes, etc.
- All other costs and expenses not listed in the -What is included in my 10 days EBC Trek Package.
Official Everest Base Camp Trek Route Map

Short Everest Base Camp Trek Route Packing List
We recommend our clients carry only basic clothing and accessories. Please keep in mind that we will assign one porter for two guests and the weight limit is 9 kg per person. Here are the gears/equipment that we recommend for you to carry.
Head
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Sun hat or scarf
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Winter hat or insulating hat or Wide-brimmed hat
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Headlight with extra batteries
Face
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Sunscreen
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Sunglass with UV protection
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Face/body wipes
Hands
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Lightweight gloves
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Heavyweight winter gloves
Body
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Hiking shirts
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Long-sleeved shirt
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Hooded rain jacket
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Fleece jacket
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Lightweight cotton pants
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T-Shirt (bring Lightweight wool)
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Polypropylene underwear
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Down jacket (available in rent in Kathmandu)
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Sweater
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Waterproof jacket and pants
Footwear
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Hiking Boots
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Thick wool socks (Take an extra pair)
Essential gear
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Backpack or daypack (Size depends on whether you take porter or not).
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Thermal bottle
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Water purification
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Trekking pole
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Sleeping bag
Toiletries
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Medium size drying towel
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Tooth brush
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Tooth paste
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Deodorant floss
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Biodegradable bar soap
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Nail clippers
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Small mirror
Personal accessories
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Money
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Watch
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Cell phone
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Camera
Extra items
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First aid kit
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Extra passport photos and photocopies of passport
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Notebook and pen
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Binoculars
Trip Information : Best Time | Food | Accommodation & Acclimatization on EBC Trek
Mt Everest Base Camp Trek
The Mt. Everest Base Camp trek starts with an early morning domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. The flight is a short one and lasts about 40 minutes.
Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu flight costs are included in this package.
Warm welcome at Tribhuvan International Airport
We provide free transfer from Tribhuvan International Airport to your hotel on arrival and vice-versa during your return to your country for all clients purchasing Everest Base Camp Trek. Our representative will be present at the airport with a pamphlet with your name on it, and as a welcoming gesture, they will present you Khada or marigold garland.
Everest Base Camp 10 days trek accommodation
This short Everest Base Camp Trek includes 9 nights lodge to lodge stay in the Himalayan region. We will be staying four nights at Lukla, Phakding, and Namche(2 Nights) in rooms with a private attached bathroom and five nights at Tengboche, Lobuche, Dingboche, Gorakshep, and Pheriche in standard rooms.
Two days stay at Kathmandu before and after the trek may be required but not included in the package.
Hot showers, Wi-Fi are available at hotels/restaurants/lodges at extra cost.
Food during Everest Base Camp Trek
You will be trekking a substantial distance at high altitudes, so you need food rich in proteins, carbohydrates, and other nutrients. Food is readily available throughout the trek routes, but you will not have all the options that you get in big cities.
There will be 10 breakfasts, 10 lunches, and 9 dinners will be provided in the trek.
Some of the popular menu items are -
Ten breakfasts - Oatmeal, Corn Flakes, French Toast with Jam, Butter, Cheese, Honey, Tibetan Bread or Chapati, Local Tsampa Porridge, Hashed Brown Eggs, Varieties of eggs (Omelets), Pancakes, Muesli Breads, Fruits and Vegetables, Hot Drinks - varieties of Teas, Coffees, Hot Chocolates, etc.
Ten lunches - Dhal, Bhat & Tarkari, Tibetan Bread, Various Soup Items, Sherpa Stew Steaks, Sandwiches, Momo (Dumplings) Macaroni Dishes, Tenduk, Spaghetti, Noodles, Thukpa, Pasta, Vegetable Curry, Potatoes, Salad, Pizza (Tomato, Mushroom, Mixed), Snacks (Papad, Prawn), Dessert Items (Rice Pudding, Apple pie, etc), etc
Nine dinners - Dal (lentils), Bhat (Rice) & Tarkari (Curry), Tibetan Bread, Various Soup Items, Sherpa Stew, Steaks, Sandwiches, Momo (dumplings), Macaroni Dishes, Tenduk, Spaghetti, Noodles, Thukpa, Pasta, Vegetable Curry, Potato Items, Vegetables, Salads, Pizza (Tomato, Mushroom, Mixed), Snacks, Papad, Prawn, Korean Ramen, Dessert Items (Rice Pudding, Apple Pie), Steaks, etc.
We hand-select the best hotels/lodges/restaurants where the food is fresh, hygienic, tasty, and nutritious. Most menus consist of cuisines that are either local or Asian or popular western. As we gain altitude the menu items available become fewer and fewer.
We highly recommend liquids- green tea, lemon tea, hot lemon, ginger tea, and garlic soup(must) along with fresh vegetable items at high altitudes. Though plenty of non-veg items will be available, we won’t recommend them because the meat in such places is not hygienic.
We highly encourage you to avoid dairy and cheese items and strongly suggest not to consume alcoholic drinks, caffeinated items, and hot chocolates, as experts suggest avoiding such items at high-elevation treks.
All personal bills (alcoholic drinks, hot (tea, coffee), and cold drinks) in tea houses/ lodges or in cafes except standard meals(breakfast, lunch, dinner with seasonal fruits) are excluded from the package.
Best time for a Short Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal
The weather is the decisive factor for the Everest Base Camp trek. Though you can get a live forecast of Everest Base Camp here, it is not 100% accurate. Bearing the weather in mind, Spring and Autumn are the best seasons for Everest Base Camp Trek.
However, locals and professional trekkers hike to Everest Base Camp throughout the year, and Discovery World Trekking conducts Everest Base Camp treks in all seasons.
January – February
The weather at this time is among the coldest throughout January and up to early February. The days are moderately warm, but the nights are cold, and you can expect lots of snowfall. If you are allergic to colds, we advise you to avoid your trek during this season.
Temperature: 15°C to -15°C
March – April
It is one of the best seasons to hike to the Everest Base Camp. The weather starts to warm up, the skies become clear, and you will get to enjoy fantastic views. By mid-March, the temperature becomes substantial, but it is comfortable.
Temperature: 18 °C to -12 °C
May - June
The months of May and June provide a perfect opportunity to trek to Everest Base Camp. However, to avoid rainfall, you need to trek before the end of June. The temperature is quite warm, and you should be able to enjoy trekking during these months.
Temperature: 25°C to -5°C
July - August
The rainfall hits its peak during this time, and there are chances that flights to Lukla may get canceled or delayed. Still, many trekkers trek to Everest Base Camp during this time, and Discovery World Trekking does conduct Everest Base Camp treks during these months.
Temperature: 27°C to 5°C
September - October
This is also one of the perfect seasons for EBC Trek, and no wonder large numbers of thrill-seekers trek to Everest Base Camp during these months. The skies are clear and provide great views of the snow-capped mountains, landscapes, and lush flora. It is also the time when Nepalis celebrate their most important festivals, so if you trek during this time, you will also get to witness Hindu festivals.
Temperature: 20°C to 5 °C
November - December
As winter slowly begins, snowfalls start. Nights start getting colder. However, early November provides a great time to trek to Everest as the skies are clear and the views are unhindered. From December, the temperature drops and brings a lot of snowfall.
Temperature: 18°C to -10 °C
Everest Base Camp Trek Trip Grade | Fitness Level | Health Advice
Short Everest Base Camp Trek takes you to the Everest Base Camp, but there are no scheduled acclimatization days. We will be spending three nights over 4,000m, and the hike will take us to a height of 5,555m at Kala Patthar.
We recommend this trek to those who have high-altitude trekking experience, are in good health with normal physical fitness, combined with a positive attitude, plenty of self-confidence, and strong determination. You need to be able to hike five to seven hours per day for ten days.
Trekking at high altitudes is physically demanding. This trek not only takes you to high altitudes, but the route is rough with rocky mountains, steep ascents, and descents. However, no technical experience or skills are necessary.
Exercising and jogging regularly for a couple of weeks before the trip start will enhance your stamina and lets you enjoy the trek fully. Trekkers with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood disease should inform us about their condition or consult a physician before booking.
However, there is no need to worry about your safety, DWT provides experienced guides with extensive first-aid training. They will constantly monitor your oxygen level to detect altitude sickness very early. Furthermore, we have designed the itineraries in a way that avoids altitude sickness.
In case of severe altitude sickness, the only cure is to descend immediately, your trek leader has the ultimate authority to decide if a person in your team shows signs of altitude sickness.
Can I trek alone?
We organize groups as well as private treks. Group discounts are available based on your team size. The bigger your team is, the more discount you will get. Please view our price list for details. Just click on the - we offer group discount -on your right.
However, no team discounts are available for teams assembled by Discovery World Trekking.
That being said, we can handle all group sizes and add an assistant guide for a group of 12 or more.
A typical day during the Everest Base Camp Trek package
Each day brings you new places to see, new paths to hike, and opportunities to explore and learn. Our Sherpa guides will brief you about the places you are visiting. You need not worry about your luggage - our porters will carry them for you. However, you may need to carry a regular bag to keep your essentials safe.
We will provide you with three standard meals a day - breakfast between 7 AM to 8 AM, lunch in the afternoon after hiking for three or four hours, and dinner at around 7.30 PM. You will be resting for an hour after lunch. After reaching the destination for the day, you will get some time to explore the nearby places.
After dinner and before going to bed, you will get plenty of time to socialize. Your trek leader/guide will also brief you about the next day's plan after dinner. There are other options for enjoyment like playing cards, monopoly, reading books, or watching mountaineering documentaries. If you are interested, our team members can teach you common Nepali words.
Is there Wi-Fi on during Everest Base Camp Hike?
Almost all of the lodges/hotels you will be staying in provide Wi-Fi for a small service charge. However, at greater heights, we will communicate through phone only. On each day of your trek, the DWT office will be in contact with the team via the team leaders. If you want, you can easily purchase a Nepali sim card in Kathmandu.
You can get Wi-fi access in hotels/lodges for a small charge.
Extra personal expenses on trekking
You will need extra money for
- Meals and accommodations in Kathmandu
- Visa fees, Travel Insurance Policy Purchase
- Beverages (hot (tea and coffee) drinks, cold drinks, and alcoholic drinks), snacks
- Tips for the crew
- Souvenirs and other personal expenses
We recommend you to bring cash (dollars or other major currencies), which you can easily exchange for Nepali Rupees in Kathmandu. Please bear in mind that only Nepali Rupees are accepted in Nepal.
Electricity for recharge. Drinking water.
Throughout your ten-day trek to Everest Base Camp, you can recharge your batteries at hotels/lodges for a small fee. Similarly, you can buy packed mineral water from shops/lodges/hotels, or you can fill your water bottle with boiled water at your hotel. DWT provides water purification pills for safety.
You shouldn't drink water from the rivers, taps, or wells because you cannot be sure about the water's purity.
Discovery World Trekking Hiking Team
Our team consists of experienced tour guides, trek leaders, and porters born and raised in high altitudes. Therefore, they have high endurance and are naturally habituated in high mountain regions. Our porters will carry your luggage. One porter will be carrying luggage belonging to two trekkers, and the weight limit per porter is 18kg. However, if you require, we can arrange one porter per person as well.
All our team members are insured and receive medical care when ill or injured. We also provide them with basic necessities like food and accommodation. All of our team members, like our clients, belong to our company family, and we want to keep all our family members happy.
Our trek guides or team leaders have
- Government-authorized Trekking Guide Certificate
- Intensive Wilderness First Aid Training
- Conservation and Biodiversity Training
- Language fluency in English and another major language
- Rock climbing skills
Travel insurance for Everest Base Camp Trek
Trekking insurance is mandatory for the EBC trek. All trekkers must provide a copy of their comprehensive travel insurance policy certificate to Discovery World Trekking. The policy must cover medical and emergency repatriation- including helicopter rescue and evacuation expenses at high altitudes (up to 6000m).
If you want, Discovery World Trekking can recommend insurance providers for you based on the previous clients' feedback. However, we are not involved in selling insurance. We request all our valuable clients to send their insurance documents to DWT once they book the trek.
In emergencies, we will use your insurance and informational documents for a quick rescue operation. Your insurance must cover mountain rescue service at high altitudes (6000m).
Before buying travel insurance (Don't just rely on their website) call the insurance company and ask if your coverage includes helicopter rescue and evacuation at altitudes up to 6000m.
Nepal Travel Visa Application
All foreigners except Indians require a visa to enter Nepal. Citizens from most countries receive an on-arrival visa at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). You can get more visa information at https://www.immigration.gov.np/.
To get the on-arrival visa, you need a passport, which is valid for at least six -months, a passport-size photo, and a visa fee. The current visa fee is USD 50 for 30 days, and you can pay it in cash at the TIA
Citizens of China and the SAARC countries will receive a free visa. Citizens from certain countries - including Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Palestine, and Afghanistan - may not be eligible for on-arrival visas. So, citizens from these countries need to contact the local Nepalese embassy.
Currency exchange
Nepali Rupees (NPR/Rs) is the national currency.
(1 USD = Approx 130 NPR)
You can exchange major foreign currencies at local banks and legitimate money exchanges in Kathmandu and all over Thamel. Some hotels may exchange small amounts of cash. The ongoing currency exchange is displayed visibly at legal money exchanges. Only Indian Rupee notes - INR 100 and INR 2000 - are accepted in Nepal.
We recommend you bring cash so that you do not need to go through a lengthy process in banks, and they will charge commissions on top.
You can withdraw cash (in Rupees only) from many ATMs in Kathmandu and Thamel itself. Most ATMs are open 24 hours, and if you are using a foreign card, the maximum withdrawal amount is 35,000 Rupees for a 500 Rupees processing fee.
Once you are on the trek, there are no banks and money exchanges available. So you should exchange your money in Kathmandu. The markets in the trekking regions accept Nepali Rupees only.
Most established banks in Asia do not honor old, torn, or faded foreign currency notes, so be sure to bring new clear notes.
How much does Everest Base Camp Trek cost?
Everest Base Camp Treks often last from ten to sixteen days and cost between 1200 to 1600 USD. This amount covers domestic flights (Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu), standard meals, accommodations, and trek crew while on the trails. If you travel in a group, you will save a significant amount.
Luggage
Our porters carry 18 kg weight, and we assign one porter for two trekkers. So your luggage limit is 9kg. We expect you to carry a backpack for your valuables. You are free to store your luggage at the Discovery World Trekking office at no cost.
We'll recheck everything (luggage, equipment, etc) in our briefing before we start our journey.
Everest Base Camp Trek Safety
Discovery World Trekking guarantees the safety and security of all our clients. Our experienced crew carries all the standard gear and equipment, along with first aid kits.
If someone on the trek gets sick, the trek leader decides whether to continue or descend immediately. In case of emergencies, we will arrange rescue helicopters. Trekking in groups makes the trek much safer and more secure. Here are other things that make our trekking safe.
- Our guides have completed intensive wilderness first-aid training
- Trek leaders and guides have years of trekking experience
- Our team uses high-quality masks & gloves.
- We check food & accommodation for quality.
Extra days for unpredictable weather
We highly recommend our clients add two extra days to their Everest Camp Trip so that they will not miss their international return flight. The flight from Kathmandu to Lukla or vice-versa may get behind schedule due to the weather. In such cases, the flight is rescheduled for the next possible day.
Discovery can arrange a helicopter, but it will cost somewhere between USD 500 to 1000 based on availability. If there is no flight delay, you can have dozens of options to spend time on.
Please note that the Everest Base Camp Short Trek includes a fixed departure date from Kathmandu, and can we fix the flight date according to your request. Please review your designated departure date, and if the time does not suit you, let us know. We can rearrange a trek at your convenient time.
The itinerary listed above is a general guideline and might require modification due to external factors beyond our control like unstable weather, lodge, and campsites unavailability, unforeseen governmental decrees, trail conditions, etc.
If there is a need for itinerary adjustments, the decision of the trek leader will be final. Trek leaders will take the decision keeping in mind the interest of all team members.
Join Upcoming Trips
Book this trip with us. Here are the upcoming dates. Feel free to share this trip with your friends and family. For custom trips or general inquiries contact us.
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10 Days30 Mar, 2023 - 08 Apr, 2023 |
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10 Days31 Mar, 2023 - 09 Apr, 2023 |
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10 Days01 Apr, 2023 - 10 Apr, 2023 |
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10 Days03 Apr, 2023 - 12 Apr, 2023 |
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10 Days06 Apr, 2023 - 15 Apr, 2023 |
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Benefits & Perks of EBC Hike
Group Discount Prices
No. of Persons | Price per Person |
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1 Pax | US$ 1250 |
2 Paxes | US$ 990 |
3 Paxes | US$ 975 |
4 - 6 Paxes | US$ 950 |
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Discovery World Trekking
“EBC trek - as awesome as it can get”
Like all my holiday plans…. the panics and anxiety set in after we have made the decision to go on this adventure. Not going to say that this was an easy trek for me personally. But luckily, we had the DWT team on our side making things a lot easier from the start to finish. A friend had highly recommended contacting Paul from Nepal to organize our trip and must I say that it was one of the easiest and personalized experiences I've ever had. From the get-go, we had all the information that we need to plan the trip (eg. Maps and itinerary) and Paul was very responsive to all our inquiries (including how much money should we bring and how much training should we do). The trek was very enjoyable and we even learned some Nepalese along the way. I have a lot to thank our guide and assistant guide (aka photographers, waiters, Nepalese teachers, and everything else!) Dil and Kabir, who were very friendly and knowledgeable, and our speedy and smiley porter, Dhiraj, we couldn’t have made it up there without these guys. Dil was very patient, observant, and had been checking up on us all the way up making sure any sign of illness is caught early.
Monica and Chnthiya are heading to EBC.
He would constantly update Paul back in Kathmandu to ensure that help is ready should we ever need one. As we got higher, the altitude sickness did get the better of me and I was struggling to complete the trek. If it wasn’t for Dil encouraging me along the way and kept me companied as I walk at snail pace towards the end, I probably wouldn’t have made it back from EBC to our lodge on day 8. It got so bad that I was sure I would need a helicopter to pick me up from EBC. Like Murphy’s law… I was airlifted out from Gorak Shep the next day and managed to lose my wallet while running to the helicopter. Paul took good care of us from airport pickup, help with money exchange at a good rate, coordinating with the insurance and helicopter rescue, making sure my hospital stay was as comfortable as possible, helping with reporting my lost wallet to the police, and even took out to dinner on our last day. The experience on the trip was definitely one of the best and easily most memorable. I would highly recommend Discovery World for the trekking trip in Nepal. Remember to ask for Paul from Nepal. :) Pros:- - Hassle-free booking - Informative and friendly guides - Local knowledge (eg food place and shopping areas) - Personalised service Tips for the future trek:- - Would be useful to have a packing list (would recommend taking a few types of medicine eg. antibiotics, cold meds, antihistamine, throat lozenges, etc); - Information on accommodation facilities (ie hot shower or potential laundry stop, limited running water, etc.) - Make sure your insurance covers search and rescue (eg helicopter rescue) and medical expenses. I used Travel insurance direct, TID (AUS).
"The best experience of my life"
I’ve always dreamed about doing the EBC trek and I went with Discovery world trekking and they made it the best experience of my life I first had a meeting with Paul the manager and he was very professional and made me feel like I was in safe hands On the trek my guide Dil was very friendly and patient I couldn’t have reached the base camp without his support Dil always had a smile on his face, always happy to take photos and made sure everything was taken care of to ensure
I had the best time Discovery world trekking really go out of their way to make sure you have an unforgettable experience, they hook you up with the best rooms and treat you so kindly, leaving you with the best impression of the Nepalese people I would definitely recommend Discovery World Trekking to anyone who wants to trek in Nepal!
10 Day Everest Base Camp Trek
If embarking on the EBC Trek I highly recommend you take 12 days to complete the trek. If your a savage then your welcome to try the 10 day adventure. Overall, the trek was good especially with the help of our guide Dol who did an amazing job and was able to help out in every way possible. He is extremely experienced and speaks great English. I highly recommend him if you are thinking about doing this trek. If you are an experienced trekker this trek does pose some challenges with altitude (especially if done in 10 days). The scenery was beautiful and everything (food, permits, and lodging) is included in the packages offered by Discovery World Trekking. The base camp itself is not much to look at, but represents a personal triumph over the elements. To be successful on this trek I suggest you arrive in shape, be well prepared and organized, and be patient with the weather!