Day 01: Arrival in Lukla

Your trek begins in Lukla — and getting there is your own arrangement. Whether you fly from Kathmandu or Manthali / Ramechhap during peak season, our team is happy to advise on booking if needed.

After landing, your trekking crew will be waiting at the airstrip to meet you — guide, porters, and support staff ready to go. From that moment, the trail begins. The first walking day is intentionally gentle, easing you into the rhythm of the trek with a pleasant walk through green hillsides, traditional villages, prayer wheels, and mani walls carved with ancient Buddhist scripture.

This short first day is about adjustment — letting the mountain air, the altitude, and the pace of Khumbu life settle around you. But make no mistake. The Himalayas are already all around you, and the adventure has well and truly begun.

• Altitude: Lukla – approx. 2,840m / 9,318ft | Phakding – approx. 2,610m / 8,563ft
• Flight / Trek Time: Flight approx. 30–35 minutes | Trek approx. 3–4 hours

Day 02: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar

After breakfast, you will follow the Dudh Koshi River valley on one of the most scenic stretches of the entire trek. The trail crosses several iconic suspension bridges and passes through villages such as Monjo and Jorsale — each one a window into traditional Sherpa mountain life.

You will enter Sagarmatha National Park near Monjo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After the permit check, the trail climbs steeply toward Namche Bazaar. On a clear day, you may catch your very first distant glimpse of Mount Everest — a moment that stops trekkers in their tracks every single time.

Namche Bazaar is the beating heart of the Khumbu region. It has lodges, shops, bakeries, cafés, and mountain views that will take your breath away. Welcome to the Everest region.

• Altitude: Namche Bazaar – approx. 3,440m / 11,286ft
• Trek Time: Approx. 5–6 hours

Day 03: Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar

Today is an acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar. Rest does not mean staying in your lodge all day. Instead, you will take a short hike to help your body adjust and prepare for what lies ahead.

You may hike to Everest View Hotel, Syangboche, Khumjung, or Khunde. These places offer stunning views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and other peaks. This is your first real taste of the Himalayan giants — and it will leave you hungry for more.

After the hike, you will return to Namche. You can rest, explore the market, and prepare for the next trekking day.

• Altitude: Namche Bazaar – approx. 3,440m / 11,286ft
• Activity Time: Approx. 3–4 hours light hike

Day 04: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche

After breakfast, the trail leaves Namche and follows a spectacular hillside route. This section rewards you with sweeping views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku — a mountain panorama that few places on Earth can match.

The trail descends toward Phunki Tenga, then climbs through fragrant pine and rhododendron forests to Tengboche. Perched high above the valley with Ama Dablam rising dramatically behind it, Tengboche Monastery is one of the most photographed and most spiritual spots in all of Nepal. Standing here, with the mountains all around you and the sound of monks chanting inside the monastery walls, is an experience that stays with you long after the trek is over.

• Altitude: Tengboche – approx. 3,860m / 12,664ft
• Trek Time: Approx. 5–6 hours

Day 05: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche

Today, the landscape begins to change in a way that signals you are entering serious high-altitude territory. The trail descends from Tengboche through forest and crosses the Imja Khola, passing through the villages of Deboche and Pangboche.

As you climb higher, the trees thin out and the air grows cooler. The views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and the surrounding peaks become more dramatic with every step. Dingboche is a stunning high-altitude village that feels remote, wild, and completely unlike anywhere you have ever been. It is also a critical acclimatization stop — your body is preparing itself for what lies ahead.

• Altitude: Dingboche – approx. 4,410m / 14,469ft
• Trek Time: Approx. 5–6 hours

Day 06: Acclimatization Day in Dingboche

Another acclimatization day — and another chance to push a little higher while letting your body catch up. At over 4,000 meters, this day is not optional. It is one of the most important days of the entire trek.

You will hike to Nangkartshang Hill or a nearby viewpoint. The effort is rewarded with jaw-dropping views of Ama Dablam, Makalu, Lhotse, Island Peak, and the vast Imja Valley spreading out below you. This is the kind of scenery that makes you stop walking just to stare.

After the hike, return to Dingboche, rest well, drink plenty of water, and get ready. Everest Base Camp is now just two days away.

• Altitude: Dingboche – approx. 4,410m / 14,469ft
• Activity Time: Approx. 3–5 hours light hike

Day 07: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche

After breakfast, the trail climbs gradually above Dingboche. You will walk through open alpine land with sweeping views of Pheriche Valley and the surrounding peaks.

The route passes Thukla, then climbs to the climbers memorial — a moving and humbling tribute to those who gave their lives on Everest. It is a quiet place that reminds you of the mountain’s raw power and commands deep respect.

From there, the trail continues to Lobuche, a small high-altitude settlement on the edge of the Khumbu Glacier. The air is thin, the landscape is stark, and Everest Base Camp is now within reach.

• Altitude: Lobuche – approx. 4,910m / 16,109ft
• Trek Time: Approx. 5–6 hours

Day 08: Trek to Gorak Shep and Visit Everest Base Camp

Today is the day you have been working toward since you landed in Kathmandu. You will leave Lobuche early and follow the rocky trail toward Gorak Shep.

After reaching Gorak Shep, you will stop for a short rest and lunch. From there, the trail heads toward Everest Base Camp, following the Khumbu Glacier moraine. The ground is rocky and uneven, so you will walk carefully and pace yourself.

Standing at Everest Base Camp is a powerful moment. You are at 5,364m, at the foot of the world’s highest mountain, surrounded by the Khumbu Glacier and towering Himalayan peaks. Many trekkers describe it as one of the most emotional experiences of their lives. Take your time, breathe it in, and enjoy the achievement.

After photos and a moment to soak it all in, you will return to Gorak Shep for the night. Rest well — tomorrow brings the sunrise view from Kala Patthar.

• Altitude: Gorak Shep – approx. 5,164m / 16,942ft; Everest Base Camp – approx. 5,364m / 17,598ft
• Trek Time: Approx. 7–8 hours total

Day 09: Hike to Kala Patthar and Trek to Pheriche

Early in the morning, you will hike to Kala Patthar — the finest viewpoint on the entire trek and one of the most breathtaking spots in the Himalayas.

From Kala Patthar, the panorama is extraordinary. Everest, Nuptse, Pumori, Lingtren, and a wall of Himalayan giants surround you in every direction. On a clear morning, the sunrise over Everest from this viewpoint is something you will never forget. This is the moment that makes every steep climb, every cold night, and every breathless step completely worth it.

After the hike, you will return to Gorak Shep for breakfast. From there, you will descend to Pheriche. The lower altitude feels like a reward for your body after the highest point of the trek.

• Altitude: Kala Patthar – approx. 5,545m / 18,192ft; Pheriche – approx. 4,371m / 14,340ft
• Trek Time: Approx. 7–8 hours total

Day 10: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar

After the high drama of Kala Patthar and Everest Base Camp, today is a long and satisfying descent back toward the lower valleys. The trail passes through Pangboche and Tengboche, retracing familiar ground that now feels completely different with Everest Base Camp already behind you.

As you descend, the air thickens, the temperature rises, and your body begins to recover. The walk is long but the trail gives you final lingering views of Ama Dablam and the Khumbu peaks — one last look at the giants before the valley closes in. After reaching Namche, treat yourself to a bakery, a hot coffee, and a well-earned rest.

• Altitude: Namche Bazaar – approx. 3,440m / 11,286ft
• Trek Time: Approx. 6–7 hours

Day 11: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla

Today is the final walking day of the Everest Base Camp Trek — and it deserves to be savored. You will descend from Namche through the Dudh Koshi River valley, crossing suspension bridges and passing through familiar villages on the way back to Lukla.

The trail that felt so new and exciting on Day 2 now feels like an old friend. After reaching Lukla, gather with your guide and porter team to celebrate one of the greatest things you have ever done. You trekked to Everest Base Camp. Not everyone can say that.

• Altitude: Lukla – approx. 2,840m / 9,318ft
• Trek Time: Approx. 6–7 hours

Day 12: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu

Your return flight from Lukla is your own arrangement — our team is happy to advise if needed.

Before you leave Lukla, take a moment to say goodbye to your guide and porters. They carried your bags, kept you safe, and made the whole journey possible. A tip is the best way to say thank you — see our tipping guidelines for suggested amounts.

Altitude: Kathmandu – 1,300m / 4,260ft
Flight / Drive Time: Flight approx. 30–35 minutes | Manthali drive approx. 4–5 hours