Everest Base Camp Trek
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Small Group
Challenging
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Everest Base Camp Trek
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15 days
Small Group
Basic
Challenging
English
Experience Overview
Everest is more than a mountain and the journey to its base camp is more than just a trek. Along a route dubbed by some as "the steps to heaven," every bend in the trail provides another photo opportunity — beautiful forests, Sherpa villages, glacial moraines, and foothills.
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- English-speaking local guide and assistants for the trek
- All necessary permits for trekking
- Porters included on the trek
- Trekking to Everest Base Camp
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels/guesthouses (2 nts), teahouse lodges (12 nts).
- No meals included
Transport
- Plane, bus, walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, trekking support staff.
Highlights
- Trek to Everest Base Camp
- Conquer high passes and glaciers
- Experience Sherpa villages and panoramic views
- Meet locals during tea house stays.
Trip Details
15 days
Plane, bus, walking.
English
Kathmandu, Nepal
Kathmandu, Nepal
Basic
Active, Budget
Challenging
Itinerary
Day 1: Kathmandu
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Hotel Traditional Comfort
Day 2: Kathmandu/Phakding
The mountain flight into Lukla is spectacular and the landing an exciting beginning to the trek – one end of the runway is 60m (197ft) higher than the other. The flight is on a small Dornier / Twin Otter flight and flight duration is generally around 25 – 30 minutes.
Once in Lukla, head through pine and cedar woods along the Dudh Kosi to Phakding. Spend the next three nights trekking in the area and acclimatizing in preparation for heading to base camp. This is a challenging trip and involves difficult trekking at high altitudes but the whole experience is simply awe-inspiring!
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Activity - In Lukla, meet up with the porters before heading off on the trek towards Phakding. Follow the Dudh Kosi, the river that flows down from the Himalayas, crossing hanging bridges along the way. Pass camps and keep an eye out for the mani stones, boulders carved with Buddhist inscriptions. The hike is approximately 4 hours, descending gradually to Thado Koshi for around 2 hours. Then the group will begin the first ascent of the trek which is gradually uphill to Phakding (2610m). This portion will take another 2 hours. Walking distance - 8kms. Time 3-4 hours. Elevation loss - 250m Terrain: mostly rocky and uneven with some parts being quite steep and narrow. It's a gradual descent with some uphill sections.Accommodation - Shangri-La Guest House
Day 3: Phakding/Namche Bazaar
An acclimatisation day allows for an excursion to Thame and Khumjung, the green village.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m). The terrain of today’s hike is mostly uphill with several steep sections and a few narrow suspension bridges over Dudh Koshi River. The trail will pass through pine forests and offer occasional views of the snow capped peaks in the distance. Spend the remainder of the day in Namche Bazaar acclimatising to the altitude. There are also treks to the surrounding villages of Thame and Khumjung; these short day walks are designed to give us time to get used to high-altitude trekking. Keep your eyes open -- this is the first opportunity to catch a glimpse of the peak of awesome Mt. Everest, the highest mountain in the world. Walking distance - 12kms. Time 7-8 hours. Elevation gain - 830m Terrain: mostly uphill, with several steep sections, pine forests, and suspension bridgesAccommodation - Snowland Hotel
Day 4: Namche Bazaar
Total time spent hiking today will be around 3 hours.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Today we have our rest day at Namche. The group will do a short hike to Syangboche which is around 3860m. The total hiking duration will be around 3 hours. The rest of the afternoon involves free time to wander around Namche Bazaar. There are many opportunities here to learn about Everest Expedition and Sherpa culture during the afternoon time. Walking distance - 4kms. Time: 3.5 hours. Elevation gain - 420m Terrain: mostly uphillAccommodation - Snowland Hotel
Day 5: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - The route from Namche to Tengboche (3860m) is unbelievably beautiful – the Dudh Kosi is far below and Thamserku, Kantega, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Everest rise in front. Woods, pine and rhododendron forests, mani walls, chorten (stupas), and suspension bridges across the river make this a lovely walk. Walking distance - 9.5-10kms. Time: 6-7 hours. Elevation gain - 420m Terrain: Steep ascents and descents, passing through forest of rhododendron, pine and fir trees.Accommodation - Tashi Delek Lodge
Day 6: Tengboche to Dingboche
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Follow stone steps that lead down through rhododendrons, birches, and conifers. Due to the hunting ban, almost tame pheasants are regularly seen in this area. At the bottom of the steps lies the small village of Deboche and its nunnery. Rising above the tree line, the trail enters alpine meadows of scrub juniper and, in summer, a profusion of wild flowers. Once the group reaches Dingboche (4410m) they will be treated with outstanding mountain views. This is also the only place in the region where barely is grown. Walking distance - 10kms. Time: 6-7 hours. Elevation gain - 550m Terrain: Trail is predominantly uphill with some flat sections and occasional flats. As the group approaches Dingboche, the terrain becomes more rugged and rocky. The vegetation becomes sparse and landscape becomes more rugged and barren the higher the trek goes.Accommodation - Peaceful Lodge
Day 7: Dingboche
An acclimatization day here can be used to hike up the Imja Khola to Chhukung or Nagarzhang Peak, a small summer settlement from where stunning views of Island Peak, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and the fluted ice walls flanking the Amphu Lapcha pass can be seen. These views are one of the highlights of the entire trek.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Enjoy some time away from the trek to adjust to the higher altitude. Take it easy, enjoy the scenery, drink plenty of fluids, and prepare for the next day's hiking. Take a short hike to Nagarjuna Peak (Nangkartshang Peak) at 4850m. Walking distance - 3 kms. Time: 3-4 hours. Elevation gain - 440mAccommodation - Peaceful Lodge
Day 8: Dingboche/Lobuche
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - The ascent towards Everest Base Camp continues through Alpine meadows and summer yak pastures towards the end of the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. At the moraine, there are stone monuments to six sherpas who died in avalanches, as well as monuments to other climbers. From here, it is a steep, tough climb towards Thukla Pass. The group will continue on towards Lobuche (4930m), where the view is straight towards Nuptse and the sunset will likely be magnificent. Walking distance - 9kms. Time: 6-7 hours. Elevation gain - 520m Terrain: Gradual uphill following glacial river upstream and passing through small settlements. Mostly rocky and rugged.Accommodation - National Park Lodge
Day 9: Everest Base Camp (Gorak Shep).
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - The higher altitude makes this day's trekking quite challenging. The Changri Glacier looms ahead as the trek heads for Gorakshep (5164m). The group will reach Gorak Shep by lunchtime. Relax and get adjusted to the altitude before the attempt to reach Everest Base Camp. Walking distance - 5kms. Time: 3 hours. Elevation gain to Gorak Shep - 234m Terrain: Mostly rocky and barren with scattered shrubs and vegetation.Activity - After lunch, trek to Everest Base Camp (5364m). The route follows the Khumbu Glacier with its intriguing 15m (49ft)-high seraces of ice, a feature unique to Himalayan glaciers. The group will then return to Gorakshep for an overnight stay. Walking distance - 9kms. Time: 4-5 hours. Elevation gain to Everest Base Camp - 200m Terrain: Mostly rocky, barren with scattered boulders and glacial moraines. It involves crossing the Khumbu Glacier.Accommodation - Himalayan Lodge
Day 10: Gorak Shep/Pheriche
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Try to see a different view of Everest today, with a trek up to Kala Pattar (5644m). Known to have the best views of Everest, this is a challenging trek, but worth it on a clear day. Walking distance - 3kms. Time: 3 hours. Elevation gain - 480m. Terrain: steep with rocky boulders.Activity - Begin the descent from Gorak Shep, heading for Pheriche (4371m). This is not the most challenging of hikes, but the altitude can make the uphill sections below Gorak Shep seem tough. Stop to look around; the views are quite spectacular. Walking distance - 13kms. Time: 6 hours. Elevation loss - 793m. Terrain: Mostly downhill with rocky boulders.Accommodation - Panorama Lodge
Day 11: Pheriche to Kenjuma
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Descend the Imja Khola past Pangboche, the highest permanent settlement in the region. Its gompa, the oldest in Khumbu, is built over the hermitage of Khumbu’s saint, Lama Sanga Dorje. The juniper trees on either side are said to have sprung from hair cut from his head, and a rock-like projection is said to be a piece of mountainside he pulled out for protection one day. Finish today's trek in Kenjuma (3840m). Walking distance - 16.5kms. Time: 7 hours. Elevation loss - 531m. Terrain: Major downhill on this day returning back to Kenjuma.Accommodation - Amadablam Lodge
Day 12: Kenjuma to Monjo
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Continue the downhill descent from Kenjuma, heading for Monjo (2835m). Follow the ascents and descents on the path and enjoy the views. Walking distance - 9kms. Time 5 hours. Elevation loss - 1005m Terrain: Steep, mostly downhill with a few waterfalls.Accommodation - Chumoa Guest House
Day 13: Monjo/Lukla
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - The final day of our trek returns back to Lukla (2860m). where the group can finally relax after the rigorous adventure and reflect on the challenges just undertaken. Walking distance - 12-13 kms. Time 5-6 hours. Elevation gain: 25m Terrain: mostly gradual uphill terrain with mixed forested areas.Accommodation - Mera Lodge Lukla
Day 14: Lukla/Kathmandu
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Free_time - Take the short flight back to Kathmandu where the rest of the day is free for shopping, sightseeing or relaxing in one of the many rooftop cafés.Accommodation - Hotel Traditional Comfort
Day 15: Kathmandu
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
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When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
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This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
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From
AUD $2199
Duration: 15 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Challenging
Everest is more than a mountain and the journey to its base camp is more than just a trek. Along a route dubbed by some as "the steps to heaven," every bend in the trail provides another photo opportunity — beautiful forests, Sherpa villages, glacial moraines, and foothills.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 24 May 2026
Customer Reviews
12/31/2023
I thoroughly enjoyed the trip and I would recommend to my friends
12/31/2023
Amazing, excellent attention paid to all the requirements required for trekking (e.g. hiking passes, etc.) made it a simple and easy experience, and the guides, porters and other travel members were amazing!
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
12/31/2023
I thoroughly enjoyed the trip and I would recommend to my friends
12/31/2023
Amazing, excellent attention paid to all the requirements required for trekking (e.g. hiking passes, etc.) made it a simple and easy experience, and the guides, porters and other travel members were amazing!
12/31/2023
Amazing
12/31/2023
This is the second time using G Adventures and it was great! Our guide Maski was fantastic
12/31/2023
Well organised trip, great communication from G, especially online chat and phone calls who answered all my questions.
12/31/2023
Maski and the team were absolutely amazing.
12/31/2023
This trek was well organised from start to finish. Led by Maski and his son along with another guide, they went out of there way to make sure that everything was covered and everyone was looked after from tea house to tea house also on the trail to EBC.
12/31/2023
The whole tour and itinerary was perfect for the type of program that I wanted. Expectations were exceeded. Tour guides, staff and everyone involved were welcoming and friendly and the whole experience was memorable. Highly recommended. Our tour guide, Maski was 10/10 - could not have asked for a better person to look after us.
12/24/2023
Very well organised
12/24/2023
The staff were amazing! Gelu and his team made everything so stress free
12/24/2023
Very well organised
12/24/2023
The staff were amazing! Gelu and his team made everything so stress free
12/24/2023
I completed the trek although I had underestimated how tough it would be personally for me.
12/24/2023
It's great reflection of the experience I had
12/17/2023
Excellent tour with 2 excellent guides. Trip was planned out very well and no issues. The guides were outstanding and catered for our every need, whilst becoming good friends with everyone.
12/17/2023
Nima and Rajesh were incredible guides. So knowledgeable, supportive, caring and fun!
12/17/2023
Tour was well organised and good value. The fellow travellers were great fun and the guides were excellent.
12/17/2023
Highly experienced and lovely guides. Made the trip so seamless and enjoyable!!
12/10/2023
The itinerary was well planned out, Suman our guide was so knowledgeable and experienced that we really trusted his judgement and enjoyed his company. Jaya the assistant guide was super helpful. The tea houses were well established and we enjoyed our stay there. Would 100% recommend this tour !!
12/10/2023
Enjoyed the experience, scenery and the guide
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