Everest Base Camp Trek Overview
Everest Base Camp trek is one of the most popular trekking for everyone who loves to exploring the beauty of nature, taking you to the foot of world’s highest mountain peak, MT. Everest (8848.86m) at 5,364 m where the basecamp is situated. This legendary treks take you deep into the heart of Khumbu region, where you will walk in the footsteps of climbing legends and stand face to face with the majestic Everest. If you have even dreamed to see the Himalayas up close, the EBC trek is the perfect adventure.
Following the route through the Khumbu Valley, you will observe the stunning landscape, cultural immersion, and perfect balanced accommodation, with an effective time to ensure a smooth ascent to Everest Base Camp (EBC). Each day offers a new scenic highlights from panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam to peaceful moments in monasteries settle high above the cloud.
Your trek to EBC start with a thrilling flight from Kathmandu/Manthali to Lukla. Lukla (2840m) is the starting and end point of trek. Along the way to EBC trek you will passes through iconic Hillary Bridge where you can do Bungee, winding Bhote Koshi River. You also explore some of the key landmarks include Lukla experiencing world dangerous and thrilling flight; Namche bazar the vibrant hub of the region; Tengboche monastery, a spiritual largest gompa in the Everest trail; and a memorial sites honoring past climbers who lost their life on Everest, adding deep and meaning to the journey.
This 14 days Everest Base Camp trek itinerary is carefully crafted to help you adopt to the high altitude while maximizing your experience. Providing you a proper acclimatization at a famous spot like Namche Bazar and Dingboche. This Everest trek itinerary is planned by consulting different Mountain guide who been there for a several times.
The final push of Everest Base Camp and sunrise ascent to Kala Patthar are the treks most thrilling moments, rewarding you with inspiring journey. The descent follows the same paced route, ensuring safety and enjoyment.
Budget for the Everest Base Camp Trek is based on services, group size, and season, but expect your investment to cover all permits, accommodation, meals, domestic flight to lukla, a licensed guide and porter facility. The value you receive from this once in a lifetime journey is absolutely priceless.
Whether you are a beginner hikers or first time visitor to Nepal, the EBC trek experience with challenge with inspiring you. This is more than a trek, it’s your chance to be part of a lifelong Himalaya experience. So lace up your boots, the Everest Base Camp Trek is calling.
EBC Trek Major Highlight
- The mesmerizing view of world highest mountain Mt. Everest (Sagarmatha) 8,848.66 m/29,029 ft.
- Lukla (Tenzing Hillary airport), also known for world dangerous airport.
- Chance to explore the local culture and livelihood of the local Sherpa people.
- panoramic view of other Peak such as Mt. Cho Oyu (8,201m), Mt. Lhotse (8,516m), Mt. Pumari, Mt. Ama Dablam, and Mt. Makalu (8,463m).
- Explore the Wide range of Flora and Fauna in Sagarmatha National Park.
- Ancient Monastery in Tengboche, also known as oldest monastery in Khumbu region.
- Wildlife like Snow Leopards, Himalaya Thar, Musk deer, and National bird of Nepal Danfe.
- scene panoramic view from the Kala Patthar (5,555m)
- Highest glacier on Earth, Khumbu Glacier (4,900m)
What is the Cost for EBC trek for 2025/2026?
The cost for this life-changing journey typically ranges between $1,200 to $2,000 USD, depending on the services you choose—guided group tours, private treks, or luxury packages. The price includes permits, domestic flights, accommodation, meals, and your experienced guide and porter. Whether you're a solo traveler or coming with friends and family, there's a package that fits your style and budget, with every step bringing you closer to the iconic base of the world's highest Mountain.
Which is the best Season for Trek Everest Base Camp?
The best season for EBC trek are spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November), are the best times to go—each offering its own unique charm. Spring brings blooming rhododendrons and clear skies, while autumn offers crisp air and stunning mountain views after the monsoon clears.
During spring, the temperature at high Altitude rise up to 20°C = 68°F, to -5°C = 23°F at Night. Similarly during an autumn, the temperature can reach up to 25°C = 77°F in day, to -10°C = 14°F at night. You can also trek during the Monsoon and the winter. In this time you can see the blooming flowers on the trail, rainfall. Similarly in winter, temperature decrease rapidly and you will feel extreme cold and heavy snowfall in the trail.
However, the monsoon rain makes the trail slippery and there is high chance of accident, flight delay. Also in winter.
Lukla Airports- a Gateway to the Everest Base Camp Trek.
Tenzing-Hillary Airport, also known as Lukla Airport, is located at 2,860 m (9,383 ft.) in Khumbu region and serves as the gateway to the EBC trek. This tiny airport, with its 527-meter (1,729-foot) sloped asphalt runway made into a mountainside, is a famous world most extreme and dangerous airport.
Flights to Lukla offer a thrilling 35-minute ride, flying above green hills and into the heart of the Himalayas. However, during peak trekking seasons (spring and autumn), most flights are rerouted from Ramechhap Airport (Manthali), about a 4-5 hour drive from Kathmandu. This change helps ease air traffic and weather delays. So, whether you start your aerial adventure from the vibrant heart of Kathmandu or the more serene plains of Ramechhap, the ultimate goal remains the same: touching down at the thrilling Tenzing-Hillary Airport in Lukla, breathtaking landing at one of the world’s most adventurous airports—Lukla, your gateway to Everest.
Accommodations during 14-days Everest Base Camp Trek.
The EBC trek package provide a 13 night stay in Hotel, tea house and lodge, mostly twin-sharing rooms in the trek regions.
Room with private attached bathroom are available in Kathmandu, Lukla, Phakding and Namche Bazar and comfortable room at Tengboche, Lobuche, Dingboche, Gorakshep and Pheriche.
Electricity for charging, Wi-Fi for net access, and hot showers are available in most lodge but you may need to pay for them.
Why choose The Everest Holiday for Everest Base Camp Trek?
The Everest Holiday is a government register Travel Company in Nepal. Working from past 28 years of experience and organize thousands of travel and tours package. We are the member of different tourism organization in Nepal like Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN), Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), and Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA). Our Everest Base Camp tour itinerary is specially designed for those who physically fit. Visiting some of the legendary spots like Lukla, Namche Bazar, Everest View Hotel, Everest Base
Camp, Kala Pathar and even Khumbu ice fall which have great impact on changing climate. With substantial industry knowledge, we handle all the scopes of travel in Nepal, from crafting a customize itinerary that best suit for you to ensuring all the necessary. The Everest Holiday aim to provide a seamless and unforgettable Everest Base Camp Trek with creating unforgettable memories.