14-Day Everest Base Camp Itinerary
Complete day-by-day trekking plan with distances, acclimatization, safety, permits, costs, and best season recommendations — ideal for international travelers flying into Kathmandu.
This is a complete 14-day trekking plan ideal for international travelers flying into Kathmandu. Perfect for moderate fitness trekkers with proper acclimatization days included.
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,400m)
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport. Rest, explore Thamel, buy/rent trekking gear, get permits: Sagarmatha National Park (USD 30), TIMS (USD 20).
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Day 2: Kathmandu Acclimatization
Explore UNESCO heritage sites like Swayambhunath and Pashupatinath. Attend trek briefing and gear check.
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Day 3: Fly to Lukla (2,860m) → Trek to Phakding (2,610m) – 3-4 hrs
Take the scenic (and weather-dependent) flight to Lukla. Start trekking through Sherpa villages and river trails.
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Day 4: Phakding → Namche Bazaar (3,440m) – 5-6 hrs
Cross suspension bridges, climb steep forest trails, and enter Sagarmatha National Park. First Everest view point en route.
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Day 5: Namche Bazaar Acclimatization
Optional hike to Syangboche or Everest View Hotel (3,800m). Explore market, local shops, museum & cafés.
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Day 6: Namche → Tengboche (3,860m) – 5 hrs
Walk through pines and rhododendron forests before reaching the beautiful Tengboche Monastery.
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Day 7: Tengboche → Dingboche (4,410m) – 5 hrs
Pass Deboche and climb gradually into the Imja Valley with views of Ama Dablam and Island Peak.
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Day 8: Dingboche Acclimatization
Hike to Nagarjun Hill (5,100m) for panoramic views. Rest and hydrate well.
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Day 9: Dingboche → Lobuche (4,940m) – 4 hrs
Trek beside the Khumbu Glacier and memorial monuments dedicated to climbers.
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Day 10: Lobuche → Gorakshep (5,164m) → Everest Base Camp (5,364m)
Reach Gorakshep, drop bags, then continue to EBC. Witness climbers, tents, and Khumbu Icefall. Return to Gorakshep.
Image source: Rajan Dahal
Day 11: Kala Patthar (5,555m) → Pheriche (4,240m)
Early morning climb to Kala Patthar for the best sunrise view of Everest. Descend to Pheriche for better sleep.
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Day 12: Pheriche → Namche Bazaar – 7 hrs
Retrace your steps through Tengboche and enjoy the comforts of Namche again.
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Day 13: Namche → Lukla – 6 hrs
Final push crossing bridges and trails. Celebrate with your trekking team.
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Day 14: Fly Lukla → Kathmandu
Fly back early morning. Keep buffer days for weather delays.
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Essential Information
- Budget: USD 1,200–1,800 per person (excluding flights)
- Guide & Porter: Recommended for safety
- Temperature: -10°C to -20°C at high altitude
- Insurance: Must include helicopter rescue
- Best Time: March-May & September-November
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