Everest Base Camp Expedition – Nepal (15 days / 14 nights) $2,550.00 USD

Program

Scheduled departure points for this tour:

• 📍 Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) – Kathmandu, Nepal
  

*Reception by the expedition leaders (LAMINE Azeddine, TAIBI Adil).

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m) – Rest and preparation

• Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel.
• The rest of the day is dedicated to resting after your international flight.
• Night in Kathmandu.

Day 2: Visit to Kathmandu and preparation

• This day is dedicated to exploring the vibrant city of Kathmandu, checking your trekking equipment or a short pre-trek briefing with your guides.
• This is an important step to rest, stay well hydrated and mentally prepare for the journey ahead.
• Night in Kathmandu.

Day 3: Drive to Manthali – Flight to Lukla (2,840 m) – Trek to Phakding (2,610 m)

• Early in the morning, you will drive to Manthali Airport (in high season), then embark on a scenic flight to Lukla.
• This short but impressive flight offers superb views of the Himalayan peaks before landing on one of the world's most famous mountain runways.
• After meeting the trekking team, you will begin your first walk, gentle and progressive, towards Phakding.
• The trail descends through charming Sherpa villages and crosses several suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River.
• This first, relatively easy step allows you to find your walking pace.
• Night in Phakding.

Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)

• The day begins along the Dudh Koshi River, with several crossings of suspension bridges, including the famous Hillary Bridge.
• After entering Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo, the trail gradually climbs through a pine forest.
• The final climb to Namche is demanding but rewarding.
• On a clear day, you will be able to see Mount Everest for the first time.
• Namche Bazaar, the Sherpa capital, is superbly situated on a hill shaped like a natural amphitheater.
• Night in Namche.

Day 5: Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar

• This day is essential for adapting to the altitude.
• Instead of resting completely, we hike to higher altitudes before descending back to Namche for the night.
• A very popular acclimatization hike leads to the Everest View Hotel, which offers exceptional views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Thamserku.
• You can also visit the Sherpa cultural museum or explore local bakeries and shops.
• This gradual exposure to altitude significantly reduces the risk of acute mountain sickness.
• Night in Namche.

Day 6: Trek to Tengboche (3,860 m)

• The trail starting from Namche offers one of the most beautiful panoramic sections of the entire trek.
• You will enjoy spectacular views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse and Ama Dablam, as the path runs along the mountainside on a balcony.
• After a descent to the Dudh Koshi river and crossing a suspension bridge, a steady climb through rhododendron forests leads you to Tengboche.
• The highlight of this leg of the journey is Tengboche Monastery, the largest in the Khumbu region.
• Night in Tengboche.

Day 7: Trek to Dingboche (4,410 m)

• Leaving Tengboche, the trail descends through a forest before crossing the Imja Khola river.
• As you gain altitude, the landscape gradually becomes more alpine and open.
• Passing through the village of Pangboche, one of the oldest Sherpa communities, the trail climbs steadily up to Dingboche.
• Surrounded by fields protected by stone walls and impressive mountain scenery, Dingboche offers a peaceful and open atmosphere.
• Night in Dingboche.
  

Day 8: Acclimatization/rest day in Dingboche

• This is another crucial day for acclimatization.
• The recommended hike leads to Nangkartshang Hill, which offers splendid views of Makalu, Ama Dablam and Island Peak.
• This ascent helps your body to better adapt to the altitude before proceeding to higher levels.
• The afternoon is free to rest, stay well hydrated and enjoy the calm of the mountain atmosphere.
• Night in Dingboche.

Day 9: Trek to Lobuche (4,940 m)

• The trail climbs gradually towards Thukla, where a steep ascent leads to the memorial dedicated to the climbers who lost their lives on Everest. It is a moving place, full of meaning.
• The walk then continues along the Khumbu glacier, offering extraordinary panoramas of the surrounding peaks.
• Lobuche is situated in an impressive high-altitude setting, surrounded by imposing mountains.
• Night in Lobuche.

Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) and return to Gorakshep (5,164 m)

• This is one of the most important days of the trip.
• After reaching Gorakshep and dropping off your belongings at the lodge, you continue on to Everest Base Camp.
• The trail follows the rocky moraine of the Khumbu glacier.
• Upon arrival at base camp, you stand at the foot of the world's highest mountain — a moment filled with pride and emotion.
• After taking photos and enjoying this unique moment, you return to Gorakshep for the night.
• Night in Gorakshep.

Day 11: Ascent of Kalapatthar (5,545 m) – Trek to Pheriche (4,240 m)

• Early in the morning, we go up to Kalapatthar, the best viewpoint on Mount Everest.
• The sunrise illuminating Everest and the surrounding peaks is an unforgettable sight.
• After returning to Gorakshep for breakfast, we continue our trek towards Pheriche.
• The descent is easier thanks to the decrease in altitude and the improvement in oxygen levels.
• Night in Pheriche.

Day 12: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)

• Today, we are taking the same path in reverse, passing through Pangboche and then Tengboche.
• The path descends steadily through the forests and crosses several suspension bridges.
• Returning to Namche gives the impression of finding a more “civilized” atmosphere after several days spent in the high mountains.
• This is the perfect place to celebrate the successful completion of the trek to Everest Base Camp.
• Night in Namche.

Day 13: Trek to Lukla

• This day consists of returning to Lukla by following the same path taken on the way there.
• The walk is mostly downhill, crossing forests and suspension bridges until reaching Lukla.
• Night in Lukla.

Day 14: Flight to Kathmandu

• We take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu, then transfer to your hotel.
• The rest of the day is free: relaxation or last-minute shopping in Kathmandu.
• Night in Kathmandu.
  

Day 15: Departure

• After breakfast, a member of our team will pick you up at the hotel and drive you to the airport.
• All you'll have left is your plane ticket… and the memories of one of the most beautiful treks of your life in Nepal.