Destination Everest Base Camp Himalaya Nepal

Trip Difficulty Difficult Trip

Duration 13 Days

Activities Trekking

Accommodation Hotel and Teahouse Lodge

Max altitude 5300 m

Group Size 1-20 Pax

Meals Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

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Highlights of Everest Base Camp Trek 13 Days

Everest Base Camp Trek 13 days trip is to enjoy the magnificent mountain views, Sherpa culture, landscapes.
13 days Mount Everest Base Camp Trek is the most popular trek holidays in Nepal.
13-day trek to Everest Base Camp Trek and climb Kala Patthar offers stunning views of Everest, Nuptse, and Lhotse.
Trekking to the world’s highest mountain peak-Mt Everest(8848m) Base Camp, enriched with Buddhist culture and customs.
13 days Mt Everest Base Camp Hike on beautiful villages, forests, valleys and glaciers.

Overview of Everest Base Camp Trek 13 Days

Everest Base Camp Trek 13 days-EBC Trek is a highly recommended, classic itinerary that balances the challenge of high altitude trekking with essential acclimatization for a safe and rewarding experience. You will walk 5-7 hours everyday through diverse terrain, culminating in a visit to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) and the iconic Kala Patthar viewpoint (5,545m).

The Everest Base Camp 13 days itinerary typically includes two acclimatization days to help your body adjust to the altitude, significantly reducing the risk of acute mountain sickness (AMS). A 13-day Everest Base Camp Trek difficulty is considered moderate to challenging, primarily due to the high altitude and duration. The EBC trek is suitable for anyone with a moderate fitness level and strong determination. No technical climbing skills are required for the 13-day EBC Trek Nepal.

The best time for EBC Trek are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November), offering the most stable weather, clear skies, and best visibility of the mountains. Cost of standard 13-day Everest Base Camp Trek packages typically comes between US$ 1150 and US$ 2000 per person, covering most meals, accommodation, permits, guide, and porters. Luxury options with helicopter flights and high-end lodges are also available at a higher price.

You will stay in basic teahouses/lodges during the trek, with full board meals-breakfast, lunch and dinner included in most packages. Facilities become more basic at higher altitudes. This Everest Base Camp/EBC Trek is stunningly beautiful trip, and suitable for all physically fit hikers who loves adventures, including family with children to senior and young hikers.

The itinerary is designed for gradual acclimatization for your safety in the trek. EBC Trek with an experienced local guide is highly recommended for safety and support, including monitoring oxygen levels and carrying a first-aid kit. Travel insurance that covers emergency helicopter evacuation is mandatory for Kalapatthar Sunrise and Everest Base Camp Trek.

You will trek around 80km from Lukla to EBC and Lukla. Lukla flight is a scenic flight and Lukla airport is described as one of the most dangerous airport in the world. Enjoy Sherpa culture at Namche Bazaar is a cultural aspect of the EBC trek journey. Likewise, Everest Base Camp Trek takes place in the Sagarmatha National Park. Hence, Everest National Park entry permit is necessary for the Everest Base Camp short trek.

Kathmandu to Lukla flight price will be US$ 480 for both ways-go and return to Kathmandu. Likewise, Kathmandu Lukla flight is the thrilling flight at the start and end of the EBC trek 13 days. Kala Patthar sunrise view is a key highlight of the trek. Acclimatization days at Namche Bazaar and Dingboche are essential for the trek safety. In short, the Himalayan adventure EBC trek goes through Sherpa villages, enjoying the Sherpa culture and hospitality.

Everest Base Camp Comfort Trek is a good trek for mountain lovers, thrill-seekers and nature lovers. The major highlights of Everest BC trek, you will visit Lukla, Tengboche, Kalapatthar, Dingboche and Pheriche. Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar is a beautiful trek in Khumbu region of Nepal.

The Everest Base Camp is a world-class trekking destinations in the Himalayas of Nepal, and also a lifetime adventure. The 13-day EBC Itinerary is a high altitude friendly trekking to Everest Base Camp that minimizes the risk of altitude sickness.

A 13-day Everest Base Camp Trek offers breathtaking views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and other Himalayan peaks. You’ll also encounter with ancient monasteries and gompas (Tibetan Buddhist temples) along the way. The trek takes you through the UNESCO World Heritage Site-the Sagarmatha National Park.

Everest Base Camp Trek 13 Days Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu – Lukla (2,642m) – Phakding (2,562m, 35 min flight, 8km, 3-4 hrs) trek
Day 02: Phakding – Namche Bazaar (3,440m, 10km, 5-6 hrs)
Day 03: Acclimatization and exploration day
Day 04: Namche Bazaar – Tengboche (3,870m, 8km, 5-6 hrs)
Day 05: Tengboche – Dingboche (4,360 m, 10km, 5-6 hrs)
Day 06: Acclimatization day in Dingboche
Day 07: Dingboche – Lobuche (4,940m, 7km, 4-5 hrs)
Day 08: Lobuche – Gorakshep (5,160 m) – Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) Gorakshep (15km, 7-8 hrs)
Day 09: Gorakshep – Kalapatthar (5,545m) – Pheriche (4,280m, 15km, 7-8 hrs)
Day 10: Pheriche – Namche Bazaar (3,44m, 15km, 6-7 hrs)
Day 11: Namche Bazaar -Phakding (2,642m, 10km, 5/6 hrs)
Day 12: Phakding to Lukla (2800m, 8km, 3/4 hours)
Day 13: Lukla – Kathmandu (1,300m, 35 min flight)

Detail Itinerary of Everest Base Camp Trek 13 Days

Day 01: Kathmandu – Lukla (2,642m) – Phakding (2,562m, 35 min flight, 8km, 3-4 hrs) trek

Take an early morning flight to Lukla (30 minutes). Begin trekking to Phakding (3-4 hours). Overnight in Phakding.

Day 02: Phakding – Namche Bazaar (3,440m, 10km, 5-6 hrs)

Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (5-6 hours). Cross suspension bridges and enter Sagarmatha National Park. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

Day 03: Acclimatization and exploration day

Spend the day acclimatizing. Optional hike to Everest View Hotel or Khumjung Village. Enjoy panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

Day 04: Namche Bazaar - Tengboche (3,870m, 8km, 5-6 hrs)

Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (5-6 hours). Visit the famous Tengboche Monastery. Overnight in Tengboche.

Day 05: Tengboche - Dingboche (4,360 m, 10km, 5-6 hrs)

Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (5-6 hours). Pass through Pangboche and enjoy views of Ama Dablam. Overnight in Dingboche.

Day 06: Acclimatization day in Dingboche

Spend the day acclimatizing. Optional hike to Nagarjun Hill or Chhukung Valley. Overnight in Dingboche.

Day 07: Dingboche – Lobuche (4,940m, 7km, 4-5 hrs)

Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (5-6 hours). Pass through Thukla and the memorials for climbers. Overnight in Lobuche.

Day 08: Lobuche - Gorakshep (5,160 m) - Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) Gorak Shep (15km, 7-8 hrs)

Trek from Lobuche to Gorak Shep (3-4 hours). After lunch, hike to Everest Base Camp (2-3 hours). Return to Gorak Shep for the night. Overnight in Gorak Shep.

Day 09: Gorak Shep - KalaPatthar (5,545m) - Pheriche (4,280m, 15km, 7-8 hrs)

Early morning hike to Kala Patthar for sunrise views of Everest. Descend to Pheriche (5-6 hours). Overnight in Pheriche.

Day 10: Pheriche – Namche Bazaar (3,44m, 15km, 6-7 hrs)

Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (6-7 hours). Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

Day 11: Namche Bazaar -Phakding (2,642m, 10km, 5/6 hrs)

Trek from Namche Bazaar to Phakding (6-7 hours).

Day 12: Phakding to Lukla (2800m, 8km, 3/4 hours)

Trek from Phakding to Lukla. Celebrate the completion of your trek. Overnight in Lukla.

Day 13: Lukla – Kathmandu (1,300m, 35 min flight)

Take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu. Rest or explore Kathmandu. Overnight in Kathmandu.

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Includes / Excludes

What's Included ?

Transfer-Airport to Hotel to Airport
Domestic flight tickets (Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu).
Twin sharing teahouse accommodation during the trek.
Three times meals-Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on the EBC trek.
Government Licensed English Speaking guide and 1 porter for every two trekkers and all their expenses(wages, 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 operation in case of emergency(paid by your travel insurance)
Farewell dinner at the end of the trek

What's Excluded ?

International flight costs
Nepal Entry Visa Fees for multiple entries on arrival at Kathmandu-TIA Airport (USD 50 for 30-day stay)
Excess baggage charges (Luggage limit-9 kg per person) on the trek
All accommodation and meals in Kathmandu, before and after the trek.
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu due to an early arrival or late departure(early return) from the trek.
Personal expenses such as (shopping, snacks, bottle(boiled) of water, hot (Tea/ Coffee) and cold drinks, hot shower, alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone call, battery re-charge fee, hot shower and an extra porters etc.
Personal(equipment) 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 the unforeseen causes that beyond our control like landslides, weather conditions, itinerary modifications due to safety concerns, illness, change of government policies, strikes, etc.
All the other expenses not mention on price includes.

Note: We operate private trip everyday.

We can operate private trip for solo, group, family, students as per your requirements.

Trip Information - Everest Base Camp Trek 13 Days

Everest Base Camp Trek 13 days-Difficulty.

Everest Base Camp is a challenging trek. The mountain sickness problem, you may face on this trek. Some previous trekking experience is helpful. The regular exercise and hill walking is a good physical preparation for the trek. You will reach to a height at 5,545 m in 12 days EBC trek. You need to walk 6 to 7 hours a day, distance between 12 km to 18 km. The trail goes uphill and downhill frequently.

Accommodation on Everest Base Camp Trek 13 days

Everest Base Camp Trek is no more remote now. You will find basic and budget teahouse lodges to luxury hotel along the trail to Everest Base Camp. In our package price, we do provide basic-twin sharing room in the teahouses. The twin beds have foam mattresses, bed sheets and a pillow. The rooms are unheated and cold at nights, so please bring a good sleeping bag. Most lodges have only one or two basic toilets inside and outside the main tea house lodge building.

Toilets-Toilets are usually Asian ’squat’ style; although many lodges have ‘western style’ seated one now. Toilet paper is not provided so you should bring your own or buy it locally (please dispose it in the bin provided – do not put it in the bowl). If there is not a flush handle, there should be a container of water to pour down – if it is empty (or frozen) please either refill it or ask the lodge too.

Hot Shower-Mostly lodges have hot showers, price charges from Rs 250 to Rs 500 per shower. Sometimes hot shower is simply a bucket of hot water and not a shower head. As a general rule, the higher you go, the lodges are more basic and the more expensive food and services become.

Everest Base Camp(EBC) Trek-Meals

Everyday, three meals-breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided. You will have choices of meals consist of noodles, porridge, bread, eggs, Dal Bhat (rice and lentils), vegetables, noodles, potatoes, soup, pizza, pasta and French fries. Also hot and cold drinks like tea, coffee, bottle of water, beer, whisky, coke and fanta.

Although meat is also available in the tea houses, we advise you not to eat meat on the trek. The meat has often been carried from lower altitude for several days before reaching to the lodges. So, meat can cause stomach upsets and illness. Germs can also be spread by handling dirty money – we recommend using hand sanitizer.

Breakfast and Dinner you have to eat at the same tea house where you spend night, lunch will be eaten at some teahouse restaurant on the trail.

WiFi and Internet Access

Hotels in Kathmandu generally have excellent WiFi connections. Most hotels offer free WiFi in public areas. While trekking WiFi may be available in tea houses and lodges for a small cost. The higher you go the use of WiFi and internet will be extra cost. Please note that most tea houses do not have electrical outlets in rooms to charge devices but in dining area with an additional cost. Portable solar charger is very useful.

Electricity on EBC Trek

Almost all lodges have electricity but it is not wholly reliable and lighting may not be bright enough to read. Buy a torch is essential. Electrical charging facilities are generally available only in the dining room with cost from Rs 150 to RS 350 per hour per device. Many of the lodges use solar power, so sometimes there is not enough electricity for charging. Many lodges have Wi-Fi now- in some areas it works well but in others, it is slow and temperamental. It also an additional price from Rs 200 to 500 from evening to the next morning.

Mt Everest Base Camp Trek-Seasons and Weathers

The main trekking season to Everest Base Camp Trek is from September to mid-June. The daytime weather at the most altitude are generally comfortable for walking, the sky is clear, rain and snow are occasional occurrence. Daytime temperature will vary from 15ºC to 35ºC in the Kathmandu Valley to 10ºC at 3,600 m and progressively lower the higher we go. Different seasons offer different advantages for trekking.

Post Monsoon/Autumn Season
Mid-September to November is the main trekking season in Nepal. Day temperatures in Kathmandu are approximately above 20ºC. Skies are usually clear and days on trek are sunny and mild with clear mountain views. Nights will be colder with temperature dropping down to minus 10ºC at the highest altitudes.

Winter Season
December to end February is an ideal time to trek to Everest Base Camp although it is colder. Skies are usually very clear especially in December and the mountain views are at their best. Nights will be very cold with temperature goes down to minus 15ºC to minus 20ºC at the highest altitudes but days are pleasant and sunny. The trails are also much less busier at this time of year. In Kathmandu maximum daytime temperatures are 19ºC.

Pre-monsoon/Spring Season
March to May holds both day and night temperatures will be warmer in general but often a haze will build up in the afternoon. It is very hot in the lowland and temperature rise to 35ºC in Kathmandu. Flowers bloom in this season and this is one of the reasons people choose to trek in spring. Snow can be expected on any departure, usually at the higher altitudes. Please remember, the weather is never wholly predictable and you should be prepared and equipped to deal with any difference in weather beyond the conditions described above.

Drinking Water

Staying rehydrated is important when undertaking any physical activity but particularly to an altitude where it is generally recommended to drink at least 3 to 4 liters of water in a day.

Strongly encourage you not to buy bottled water on trek as this contributes to grow problem of plastic pollution in Nepal. The tea houses sell boiled water, cost ranges from Rs 150-300 per litre (the price increases the higher you trek) which should not require treating. This is also perfect for a bedtime refill as it can double up as a hot water bottle.

Alternatively, all tea houses will provide cold water free of charge, if request. Although this should not be drunk untreated, we recommend that you bring a reusable bottle with you and use an effective form of water treatment.

Handheld UV filters such as a ‘Ste Ripen’ are very effective, can treat 1 liter of water in a couple of minutes and the water is ready immediately – look for lightweight lithium battery models and remember that you will need to bring a wide-mouthed bottle (e.g. Nalgene) for use with these devices. The water purification tablet is also the best way to treat water on the trek.

Equipment for Mount Everest Base Camp Trek

Please kindly pack basic clothing and accessories on your baggage to Everest Base Camp Trek. You can store the excess luggage at our office in Kathmandu. For every two trekkers, we appoint one porter to carry your luggage, but the weight limit is 9 kg per person. Pack your luggage in a duffle bag(rucksack) of 70 liters. Moreover, you need to carry a small backpack with your valuables and important documents while on day trek.

Head
Sun hat or scarf
Winter hat or insulating hat or Wide-brimmed hat
Headlight with extra batteries

Face
Sunscreen
Sunglass with UV protection
Face/body wipes

Hands
Lightweight gloves
Heavyweight winter gloves

Body
Hiking shirts
Long-sleeved shirt
Hooded rain jacket
Fleece jacket
Lightweight cotton pants
T-Shirt (bring Lightweight wool)
Polypropylene underwear
Down jacket (available in rent in Kathmandu)
Sweater
Waterproof jacket and pants

Footwear
Hiking Boots
Thick wool socks (Take an extra pair)

Essential Gears
Backpack or daypack (Size depends on whether you take porter or not).
Thermal bottle
Water purification
Trekking pole
Sleeping bag

Toiletries
Medium size drying towel
Tooth brush
Tooth paste
Deodorant floss
Biodegradable bar soap
Nail clippers
Small mirror

Personal Accessories
Money
Watch
Cell phone
Camera

Extra Items
First aid kit
Extra passport photos and photocopies of passport
Notebook and pen
Binoculars

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Everest Base Camp Trek-Briefing

The trip briefing will clear your all doubts about the trek such as the equipment checklist, itinerary and what expect on the trails. We do conduct trip briefing before the trek departures. The flight between Kathmandu and Lukla may get delay due to weather. In such cases, we re-schedule flights to the next available flight. So, we suggest you all guests add at least 2 extra days as a caution to avoid international flight delays back to home country.

Kathmandu to Lukla Flight Information

In the peak trek seasons(March, April, May, October and November), flight to Lukla run from Ramechhap/Manthali instead of Kathmandu due to air traffic in Kathmandu airport. At the other times than this months, the flight will be from Kathmandu. You need to leave at around 1:30 AM from Kathmandu for Ramechhap to catch up flight to Lukla. The drive will take around five hours from Kathmandu to Ramechhap.

Kathmandu-TIA Airport

Your guide and our company representative will be waiting you at the opposite of Kathmandu-TIA airport arrival entrance. They will show your name with flight arrival details(Airlines Name, Flight No and Estimate Flight Arrival Time). Once receive, you will drive to hotel. We also book tourist standard hotel to luxury hotel in Kathmandu as per your kind advice.

Luggage for EBC Trekking

We apply one porter for two trekkers. The porters carry no more than 18 kg of luggage. Please carry your valuables and essential documents on your daypack. It is possible to store your luggage at our office in Kathmandu for free.

Typical day

The day in the trek, begins with morning breakfast at 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM, and after walking 3-4 hours, we stop for lunch in the afternoon for an hour. We walk for 1 to 2 hours to our next teahouse after lunch. Free day in the afternoon, walk around the area. Dinner will serve at around 7:30 PM, and your guide will give you about the next day trip plan like time to breakfast and beginning of the trek. It is also possible to play cards, reading books and learn Nepali words after dinner.

Tipping for Everest Base Camp Trekking

Nepali culture accepts tipping. We advise you to tip according to the trip length, cost, and quality of service. Further, we recommend you tip collectively at the end of the trek.

Trip Extension

If you have extra time in Nepal, we do organize trip extension activities to sightseeing tour in Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park, rafting, canoeing and bungee jumping.

Travel Insurance Necessary for Mt Everest Base Camp Trek

Travel insurance is mandatory for the EBC trek. All trekkers must provide a copy of their comprehensive travel insurance policy certificate to us before your trekking departure. The policy must cover medical and emergency repatriation- including helicopter rescue and evacuation expenses at high altitudes (up to 5,500m). Your insurance must cover mountain rescue service at high altitudes (6000m).

Group and Private Trek to Everest Base Camp Nepal

We run both group and private treks. If you have your own group, you are eligible for discounts proportional to your group size. However, you will not get discounts for the groups we assemble. For groups of 12 people and more, we also add an assistant guide.

Nepal Visa and Passport

All visitors except the Indian nationals must hold a valid passport of 6 months minimum validity with valid visa. Visa can obtain at the Nepalese diplomatic missions and consulates abroad. Visa is also issued at the entry points like TIA airport and land border, and can extend at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu. Children under 10 years no need to pay any visa fee. The visa form with passport photograph are necessary to apply and get visa. The following visa fee to pay as per your stay in Nepal.

Multiple Entry 15 Days: US$ 25 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple Entry 30 Days: US$ 40 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple Entry 90 Days: US$ 100 or equivalent convertible currency

Cares for Porter and Guides

We make sure that all porters and guides are provided with adequate clothing and equipment. We also ensure that the porters and guides are insured. We run the trek according to the guidelines of the International Porter Protection group