Everest Base Camp Guide Trek

Experience trekking to world's highest Peak base camp with local guide

Trip Facts

  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Moderate
  • Group Size: Minimum 02
  • Trip Type: EBC Guide Trek
  • Good Season: March - May | Sep - Dece
  • Max Elevation: 5,545m | 18,193ft

Highlights

  • Our client’s safety, security, comfort, and satisfaction are of supreme importance
  • Spectacular mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla to Kathmandu
  • Experience the warm hospitality and unique culture of the Sherpa community
  • Enjoy acclimatization days at Namche Bazaar and Dingboche for a safe and gradual ascent
  • Breathtaking views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and other Himalayan peaks
  • Climb up Kala Patthar (5,545m) for the best view of Mt. Everest and many more
  • Cross iconic suspension bridges adorned with colorful prayer flags
  • Trek with a local guide into Sagarmatha National Park
  • Well-organized trek with excellent services, including a porter for luggage carrying
  • Immersion in the tranquil and spiritual ambiance of the Himalayas
  • More freedom & personal choice for foods along the EBC trek

About Everest Base Camp Guide Trek

Mount Everest Base Camp is the number one outdoor adventure trip in the world. More than enough travelers visit Nepal for the Everest base camp trek in the beautiful season of spring from March to May and autumn start from September to December, Those months are the perfect start and end for the Everest trekking.

This trip is logically the top adventure world-famous foothill journey in the Himalayas. After the first successful summation made by Edmund Hillary and TenzingNorgay of Mount Everest in 1952, it has been becoming every trekker’s bucket list, Travel trekkers have that dream to see the world’s highest peak base camp with their own eyes.

The Guide Trek to Everest Base Camp is a key choice for your safety, comfort, and enjoyment as you will be trekking in a high-altitude zone. The Trek Guide must be very expert speak English and can also explain about the Khumbu region mountains, local customs, culture, high altitude sickness with first aid knowledge that decades of service we have Nepal Spirit Adventure.

12 Days Everest Base Camp Guide Trek Itinerary takes you deep into the heart of the Himalayas accompanied by a team of experienced and knowledgeable trekking guides who will ensure your safety, comfort, and enjoyment in a friendly environment into Khumbu flora and fauna.

EBC trek with guide and porter services is one of the best financial parts to make it reasonable while daily meals can be eaten through local Sherpa restaurants between Lukla to Everest base camp routes. Approximately your daily meal bills cover below $25 dollars that’s depending on your food items, Food menus are available entire every teahouse on the trek.

The major highlight of this trek is that you will trek into the rich Sagarmatha National Park, similar to the lifestyle of Tibetan families- spiritual Buddhist religion special after Namche Bazaar. The mountain is there, every day you will see the spectacular mountain views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse,Amadablam, and many more snowy peaks. This trek is ideal for avid adventurers, nature enthusiasts, and cultural explorers seeking to immerse themselves in the breathtaking beauty and rich traditions of the Himalayas.

Everest Base Camp Trek Guideline

Before commencing the trek or flight to Lukla from Kathmandu, our experienced trekking guides will conduct a comprehensive briefing, where they will share vital information about the journey ahead, safety guidelines, and what to expect during the trek. Your well-being and enjoyment are of utmost importance to us, and our guides will be available to address any questions or concerns you may have, ensuring you are fully prepared for the adventure that waits. If you want to book the Everest Base Camp Trek in Full Board Package service it can be also a very helpful package trip during your EBC trekking holidays.

Kalapatthar Viewpoint

The Guide Trek to Everest Base Camp package by Nepal Spirit Adventure includes a thrilling hike to the iconic Kala Patthar (5,545m) viewpoint. Kala Patthar is one of the most sought-after vantage points in the Everest region, renowned for offering an unparalleled panoramic view of Mount Everest and its neighboring peaks.

During this exciting part of the trek, you will have the opportunity to witness the first rays of sunlight caressing the majestic summit of Mount Everest, creating a mesmerizing play of colors across the snow-capped peaks. The sight of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and other Himalayan giants from Kala Patthar is nothing short of awe-inspiring and is sure to leave an indelible mark on your heart.

The hike to Kala Patthar is carefully planned into the itinerary, allowing for the best weather conditions and providing sufficient time for acclimatization. As we ascend the well-trodden path, your experienced trekking guide will be by your side, ensuring your safety and offering insights into the surrounding landscape and mountain features.

Trekking Guide and Porter

We understand that trekking in the Himalayas is a remarkable experience, but it can also be physically demanding. To ensure your comfort and enjoyment, we provide a team of experienced trekking guides who will lead you through the rugged terrain, offering expert guidance and insights into the local culture, traditions, and natural wonders.

Our trekking guides are not only experts in navigating the challenging trails but also exceptional storytellers who will regale you with captivating tales of the mountains and the resilient Sherpa culture. Your trekking guide will be there to assist you every step of the way, offering invaluable insights into the geology, and ecology of the region. Each day's trek is carefully planned to allow for gradual acclimatization, a vital aspect of the journey, ensuring that you adjust to the higher altitudes safely and comfortably.

Moreover, our Everest Base Camp Guide Trek is designed to cater to your every need. We provide a team of skilled porters to carry your belongings, allowing you to focus on the journey and immerse yourself fully in the majestic surroundings. The porters are skilled and efficient individuals who take great care of your belongings and ensure that they reach each destination safely and on time. Their support is vital in making your trek a hassle-free and enjoyable experience.

With our team of dedicated guides and porters, you can embark on the Everest Base Camp Guide Trek with confidence, knowing that you are in the hands of experienced professionals who are committed to making your journey memorable and rewarding. Join us for an extraordinary adventure that combines the thrill of exploration with the comfort and support you deserve.

Important Tips

Due to the weather condition of the Everest base camp in the Khumbu region, the flight from Kathmandu to Lukla to Kathmandu might be canceled during the trekking season better add a couple of extra days in Kathmandu after the EBC trek for your comfortable journey back to your home town.

Travel Note Lukla Flight

Before starting the Everest base camp trek, we need to clear the adventurous flight to Lukla from Kathmandu. During the main trek season, the aircraft could change their flight route to Lukla via Ramechhap Manthali. In this situation, we require a drive to Ramechhap (131km) early in the morning and it takes about 3-4 hours overland bus service is inclusive, and for the private transfer, you need to pay extra cost.

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Itinerary

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Your trek guide will pick up you at the hotel, transfer you to the domestic airport for the trans-Himalayan flight, and dramatic landing on the hillside at Lukla: the gateway to the Khumbu-Everest region. Meet local porters and walk downhill to the Sherpa settlement of Cheung.

The trail then follows the side of the Dudh Koshi Valley before ascending to Ghat (2530m) another gentle hour leads up to Phakding.

TRAVEL NOTE:
Lukla flight is now operated from both Kathmandu & Ramechhap airports. From Kathmandu, Lukla flight operates during the off-season while from Ramechhap, Lukla flight operates from Manthali airport during peak seasons.

Similarly, when the flight is from Ramechhap to Lukla, we need to start our journey at 3 am to catch the flight early.

From Kathmandu city, the Ramechhap distance is about 144km which will take approximately 4-5 hours to reach.

  • Accommodation: Guest House
  • Location: Phakding
  • Altitude: 2,640m | 8,690ft
  • Walking Hours: 3-4 Hours
  • Transportation: By air

The trail meanders through pine forest, along the Dudh Koshi River, crossing suspension bridges via the Sherpa villages of Benkar, Chumoa, Monjo, and Jorsale: entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park and permit checkpoint; with tranquil views of glistening Thamserku (6,618m/21,714m).

The trail continues along the riverbed to the confluence of the Bhote and Dudh Koshi Rivers. It then climbs steadily, crossing the high Tenzing- Hilary suspension bridge: with inspiring glimpses of Everest and the Nuptse – Lhotse ridge. A final three-hour ascent through the pine forest leads to the prosperous trading and administrative town of Namche Bazaar the gateway to the Khumbu-Everest region.

  • Accommodation: Guest House
  • Location: Namche
  • Altitude: 3,440m | 11,287ft.
  • Walking Hours: 6 Hours

A day for rest at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization is an ideal place to spend a rest day for acclimatization to the high altitude before heading off towards Tyangboche. For acclimatization, you walk up to Khumjung where you can visit a monastery. 

You can also enjoy the wonderful views of Everest, Ama Dablam,Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Tawoche, Kwangde, and so on. Or you can take an hour's walk up to Syangboche (3800m) where Everest View Hotel is situated above Namche for an outstanding view of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Kusum Kangaru walk downhill back to Namche Bazaar overnight in lodge.

  • Accommodation: Guest House
  • Location: Namche
  • Altitude: 3,440m | 11,287ft
  • Walking Hours: 3 Hours

The trail climbs up from the town and then contours around the hillside, offering great views including Everest and Khumjung. Look out for spotted deer, Himalayan tahrs, and birds – including the colorful (male) Danphe pheasant (Nepal’s national bird). The trail rises to Sanasa where the routes to Gokyo and Everest BC fork.

The trail to the right then descends to cross the Dudh Koshi (past water-driven prayer wheels) on a suspension bridge near PhunkiThenga (3,250m/10,663ft), the lowest point north of Namche Bazaar. It then enters the ImjaKhola Valley and rises steeply, through dwarf conifers and rhododendron forest, for a two-hour pull, to the hilltop village of Tengboche. 

Their famous Gompa is set against the backdrop of AmaDablam, Nuptse, Everest, Kangtega, and other peaks. At full moon, in October/November they hold the colorful Mani Rimdu festival which includes masked dancing and Tibetan Opera in the monastery courtyard. Visit the monastery during the afternoon.

  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Location: Tengboche
  • Altitude: 3,867m | 12,684ft
  • Walking Hours: 6 Hours

Today’s trail descends to Debuche: a scattered stone village with a nunnery, chortens, and a long mani wall. Cross the suspension bridge over the ImjaKhola and gradually ascend to Pangboche with views of towering AmaDablam (6,856m/22,495ft perhaps the most beautiful mountain in the Everest region). 

The trail then follows the river fairly closely as it gradually rises to its confluence with the LobucheKhola and continues up to Dingboche: the last year-round Sherpa settlement in the region. 

Different views of AmaDablam rise above the terraced fields of barley, buckwheat, and potatoes. The fields are walled to protect crops from icy winds and animals during the short growing season.

  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Location: Dingboche
  • Altitude: 4,350m | 14,271ft
  • Walking Hours: 5 Hours

This is another scheduled rest day on the trek and will assist your fitness and oxygen intake at the higher altitudes to follow. An enjoyable 3-4 hrs sidewalk, 400m climb to NangkartshangGompa, on the ridge north of Dingboche village can be the best choice.

This vantage point offers Mt. Makalu (8,463m) the fifth-highest mountain in the world to the east and an awesome view of Mt. AmaDablam and the valley floor. 

If you have more energy, continue to the Nangkartshang Hill summit (5090m) for additional adventure and thrill. Return from the rarefied air to Dingboche for the night.

  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Location: Dingboche
  • Altitude: 4,350m | 14,271ft
  • Walking Hours: 4 Hours

The trail climbs to a ridge providing towering views of Taboche Peak and Cholatse and continues through Yak pastures before crossing a wooden bridge over a roaring stream to Duglha (4,620m/15,158ft)

The trail then ascends steeply for an hour, up the gravely terminal moraine of the Khumbu GlacierOn the summit is a large group of stone-pile memorials to lost Sherpas and climbers. It also affords great border views including Khumbutse, Lingtren, and Pumori. Everest is hidden behind the towering wall of Nuptse and Lhotse. Follow the valley upstream for about an hour to Lobuche.

  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Location: Lobuche
  • Altitude: 4,931m | 16,177ft
  • Walking Hours: 6 Hours

A long but rewarding day Follow the windblown and rocky path along the barren moraine of the Khumbu Glacier to the last village at Gorakshep. 

After an early lunch, set out on the faint trail to the world’s highest Base Camp, on the Khumbu Glacier: opposite the dreaded icefall – the most dangerous section of an Everest ascent. In April/May the trail is busy with porters carrying in supplies and the site is a riot of colorful tents perched on the dirty ice. For the rest of the year, it is a bleak and lonely place set below the impressive ice walls (and avalanches) of the MahalangurHimal along the Tibetan border. 

From west to east, the main peaks are Pumori, Lingtren, Khumbutse, and Nuptse. Everest and the Cwm are hidden behind buttresses. Trek back to Gorakshep for the night at the Lodge.

  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Location: Gorakhsep
  • Altitude: 5,170m | 16,96ft
  • Walking Hours: 7 Hours

A very early morning climb of 2-3 hours up Kala Patthar, behind the village, offers a sunrise awakening of the Himalayan chain. First Everest (8,848m), then its surrounding vassals: Pumori (7,145m), Lingtren (6,697m), Khumbutse (6,623m), Changtse (7,550m), Lhotse (8,516) and Nuptse (7,861m)

Plus Cho Oyo (8,201m) in the west and AmaDablam to the south: Amidst countless other peaks that crowd the horizon in all directions. Drop back to Gorakshep for breakfast, and then retrace your steps down to Lobuche.

Return to the snout of the Khumbu glacier, dropping down the moraine and continuing on to the village of Pheriche for a lower and warmer night.

  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Location: Pherche
  • Altitude: 4,288m | 14,070ft
  • Walking Hours: 6 Hours

Easy trek back downhill village air getting steadily richer, encouragement those great memories fantastic view of Tawache, Ama Dablam and Lhotse. Inside the Rhododendron forest, plenty of wildlife such as Musk deer, Himalayan Griffons, wild goats-“Thar” and Many others can be seen on the trail overnight in a guest house.

  • Accommodation: Guest House
  • Location: Namche
  • Altitude: 3,440m | 11,287ft
  • Walking Hours: 6 Hours

On the last day of your trekking, leaving the incredible mountain scenery behind leads from Namche Bazaar via Monjo to Lukla enjoying the green valley. 

The trek is pleasant, except for a few short uphill climbs and then down to the Bhote-Koshi River crossing it three times. 

The last uphill climb of 45 minutes will bring you to Lukla and this evening is for enjoying a last celebratory dinner with your team.

  • Accommodation: Guest House
  • Location: Lukla
  • Altitude: 2,840m | 9,318ft
  • Walking Hours: 6 Hours

From Lukla morning scenic flight back to Kathmandu with fantastic views of the mountains from the plane on landing at Kathmandu airport, Nepal Spirit Adventure staff transfers you back to your respective hotels where our service completes after an enjoyable and wonderful time with us at Classic Everest base camp trekking.

  • Transportation: By air
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Cost Details

  • Two times ground transfers from the hotel to the airport to hotel by private vehicle (1-time before the trek & 1-time after the trek)
  • Domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla to Kathmandu includes a departure tax
  • Twin-sharing lodge-Teahouse accommodation during the trek
  • An experienced English-speaking Nepali trek guide including his daily wages, insurance, equipment, flights, food, and lodging
  • Friendly Sherpa porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter) including their daily wages, insurance, equipment, and lodging
  • One assistant trek guide for every +10 people in the group including his daily wages, insurance, equipment, flight, food, and lodging
  • Everest national park permit & trekking route permit
  • Down jacket, sleeping bag & duffel bag (to be returned after trip completion)
  • A comprehensive medical kit
  • Travel and rescue arrangements
  • Company service charge
  • Nepal visa, which you can get after your arrival in Nepal (by flight or by overland)
  • Kathmandu hotel 
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner along the trek. Per day daily food bill you approximately  $20 to 21$ even you can expense more or less this is on depending on your apatite
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters bottled or boiled water, hot shower, heater, and phone calls
  • Travel insurance & Rescue operation
  • Tips for guides and porters
  • Excess baggage on domestic flights
  • Personal trekking equipment

Dates & Prices

Departure note

All our published trek departure dates are guaranteed. If the dates don’t match your travel plans, we are more than happy to create your desired date. Let us know what kind of trip you are looking for and our travel experts will help plan your tailor-made trips to your dream destination.

 

Departure DateStatusPriceNote  
01 Oct, 2023 - 12 Oct, 2023AvailableUS$990Confirm
05 Oct, 2023 - 16 Oct, 2023AvailableUS$990Confirm
09 Oct, 2023 - 20 Oct, 2023AvailableUS$990Confirm
13 Oct, 2023 - 24 Oct, 2023AvailableUS$990Confirm
17 Oct, 2023 - 28 Oct, 2023AvailableUS$990Confirm
21 Oct, 2023 - 01 Nov, 2023AvailableUS$990Confirm
25 Oct, 2023 - 05 Nov, 2023AvailableUS$990Confirm
29 Oct, 2023 - 09 Nov, 2023AvailableUS$990Confirm

Useful Information

Why Kathmandu hotel isn't included in the trip package?

Very good question, naturally! we can include accommodation in Kathmandu as well but all Everest travelers aren't on the same level and when there so more than enough different category hotels available in Kathmandu it is must better comfortable book accommodation in Kathmandu in your choice but we can help the hotel booking in KTM as per your require.

Is Trek Guide Necessary?

Trekking to Everest base camp with a guide is more secure, for your successful trip and explore Khumbu- Everest region in detail better hike with a local guide who knows very well about the EBC trek. 

Is Your Trek  Guide Experienced?

Achieving the Everest Base Camp Trek requires having an experienced friendly local English-speaking trek guide who has done this adventure high altitude route for several years.

Nepal is a mountainous country walk takes you to the remote region, it is top necessary that you are accompanied by an experienced trained guide for a safe journey and to make the trip a success.

Nepal Spirit Adventure employs native trek guides and porters who are trained and qualified for these high-altitude adventurous activities and have worked with us for a long time.

All our trek guide speak good English and provides you with much local information and offers every step advice you that how to use your free time and by coordinating to day events of the tour, although sometimes he might need you to understand that if things do not go according to our plan set.

All our trek guides are fully trained and certified and licensed by Nepal Government. All our trekking and climbing guides are well qualified and highly experienced with 9- 10 years on this job. We give well training for our staff yearly in the offseason on medicine and climbing, with their efficiency, and cheerful attitude, providing help, information, and needs of the guests of nationalities.

Assuring that all our trips are well managed by an expert team of tourism professionals all our guides have good knowledge regarding the culture and customs of the routes on trekking and tours, share experience and cultural insights of the country that’s missed out in travel guide books. 

As we organize varied treks in Nepal Himalaya, on group trekking we provide a trek leader with an assistance leader on each trekking depending upon the size of the group.

This ensures safe travel with us as our guide and assistance guides get any health or medical problem, we still have other main guides and leaders to run the trip smoothly as per our standard itinerary. To make the trip enjoyable and pleasant we provide one guide to support and carry your bags among two people with one Sherpa helper in certain conditions.

Is Acclimatization Day Important?

Acclimatization days are top important for the successful trek before you reach Everest Base Camp at 5,364m, we highly recommend you better take at least two days as high altitude acclimatization day, 1st at Namche after one and a half-day trek through the beautiful village from Lukla –Phakding, Banker-Jorsalle and the 2nd day will be the best choice “Dingboche” at 4,350m.

During both acclimatization days, our EBC Crew will take you approximately a 5,000m hike up and down from where we are staying accommodation level is called mini altitude exercise digest training, and naturally, two days will help us to reach Mount Everest Base Camp without any problems.

EBC Trekking foods aren’t included in the package because all the trekkers do have not the same appetite and it will be more freedom to buy trek meals individually would be one of the best environments along the trek. We will be trekking maximum as high altitude gain peak at (5,545m-18,193ft) Kalapatth

Does Accommodation Include for Trek Period?

As per trek Itineraries inclusive of 10-night teahouses run by Sherpa families unless people specify a preference for the tent. Most teahouses have a central communal area with a large stove that provides heat and a cozy atmosphere.

The bedrooms are unheated and generally have two beds with mattresses, pillows, and a blanket but we highly recommend that you bring a personal sleeping bag (3 seasons is normally enough). The lodges-teahouses generally have showers that are powered by gas and they mostly use sit-down flush toilets (some lodges do also have a squat toilet)." For your kind information, every teahouse charges you an extra cost for a hot shower".

Is EBC Route Permit Incluive?

Yeah, It is included in the tour package route permit is compulsory for every trekker even for trek guides as well as is called Sagarmatha National Park Fees (Rs. 3,000 per trekker). This permit cost is inclusive entire 13 days Everest Trek package; there are other tourist fees required for Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality that cost NPR 2000 per travel. Without both entrances, permits could not able to do this adventure Everest Base Camp Trek.

Why Guide Trek to Everest Base Camp with Nepal Spirit Adventure?

  1. Over 20 years of experience organizing treks in Nepal
  2. ‘Ask an expert- talk to Nepal Spirit staff who have done the treks themselves
  3. Decades of knowledge of English-speaking local leaders who are qualified in first aid and trained in recognizing and dealing with altitude sickness
  4. Self-assessment AMS cards are used to monitor every client at altitude
  5. Trek with a local guide goes maximum benefits the local community
  6. Carefully planned ascent rates and itineraries with built-in acclimatization and contingency days
  7. Explore the Everest trek region in your privacy exclusive daily wages expenses in your hand
  8. All staff (leaders, guides, and porters) are fully insured and well-paid a fair wage
  9. Using high PR flight company to Lukla and another trekking park of Nepal Himalaya
  10. One of the highest staff-to-client ratios on the trek: 1 staff member for 4 clients
  11. Highly take care of customer service

Is Trekking Equipment Included in Tour Price?

We provide warm sleeping bags, warm down jackets that are sufficient enough for the Everest base camp at 5,364m, and trekking duffel bags 3 item trek equipment is included on your trek. The personal trekking equipment must bring by yourself or can buy in Kathmandu if you are planning your arrival in Kathmandu 1days earlier trip join a group. For your kind information, we highly recommend the Everest Base Camp Trek equipment list it provides you with general packing gare items.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

The Everest base camp trek is a moderate trek suitable for passionate walkers who have the ability to walk at least 5-7 hours a day with a light day pack. Walking at a high altitude is more physically demanding than walking at lower altitudes; however, if we are in excellent health with average physical fitness and have a positive attitude, self-confidence, and strong determination, we can accomplish this trek successfully.

Exercising and jogging regularly for some weeks prior to the trip is a good idea to enhance our strength and stability. Past hiking experience would be an asset but no technical skill is required for this trip. It is vital for participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases to consult their doctor before taking the trip. It is also advised that you inform Nepal Spirit Adventure of any conditions before booking the trek to minimize the risks of altitude sickness.

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