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Everest Base Camp Trek - 15 days

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Tour Overview

Embark on the adventure of a lifetime on this 15-day Everest Base Camp adventure, starting and ending in Kathmandu. After exploring the Nepalese capital’s UNESCO-listed temples and vibrant culture, fly to Lukla and trek deep into the legendary Khumbu region, following trails through Sherpa villages, pine forests, rocky mountain terrain, deep gorges and glaciers. Reach Everest Base Camp, the launching point for Everest expeditions beneath the world’s highest peak at 8,848.86 metres, and witness a breathtaking sunrise from Kala Patthar (5,500m), with panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu and countless surrounding Himalayan peaks. Combining high-altitude adventure, dramatic scenery and rich Sherpa culture, this is one of the world’s most iconic trekking experiences.

Start

Kathmandu

End

Kathmandu

Destination

Kathmandu

Days

15

Pace

Medium

Range

Handpicked

Max Group Size

Min 12 - Max 0

Min Age

12

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Trip Code: EBCT15

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Kathmandu - Discover Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple and Bhaktapur’s Durbar Square on a guided tour of Nepal’s UNESCO-listed heritage sites

  • Lukla - Fly into a dramatic Himalayan airstrip before trekking along the Dudh Kosi River towards the foothills of Everest

  • Namche Bazaar - Acclimatise in the Sherpa hub with panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam, plus an excursion to Everest View Hotel

  • Tengboche - Visit the region’s most important monastery set against a backdrop of Everest and Ama Dablam peaks

  • Dingboche - Ascend through alpine terrain and Sherpa villages, surrounded by high Himalayan peaks including Ama Dablam and Lhotse

  • Lobuche - Traverse glacial moraines alongside the Khumbu Glacier en route to higher elevations in the Everest region

  • Everest Base Camp - Reach the iconic base of the world’s highest mountain and stand among expedition camps at 5364 metres

  • Kala Patthar - Witness sunrise over Everest with sweeping Himalayan views from the trek’s highest viewpoint at 5545 metres

  • Pheriche - Descend into a windswept valley with expansive mountain scenery after visiting Everest Base Camp

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

Daily breakfast
3 nights - 4 star hotels and 11 nights - simple teahouses on the trek (with shared bathroom facilities)
Airport transfers
All ground transportation as per itinerary with private vehicle
English-speaking guide for included sightseeing and a trekking guide
Porter service to carry your bag (1 porter carrying 15-20 kg load per person)
Entrance fees to all sites as per the itinerary
Necessary trekking permits

Not Included

International flights and visa fees
Travel insurance (mandatory, covering trekking up to 5364 m and medical evacuation)
Most Nepalese teahouses charge a fee for hot water, electrical charging and WiFi (if available) - see Trip Notes for more information
Tips for guides/porters
Meals not mentioned
Any additional costs due to natural calamities or itinerary changes

Is This Trip Right for You?

Is this trip right for you?

  • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

  • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

  • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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Tour Details

Duration15 days
StartKathmandu
EndKathmandu
StyleGroup Tours
Max Group0 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $3,240
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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