Mt. Everest Base Camp

The ultimate challenge of Everest base camp trek offers breathtaking mountain panoramas, if you are heavy trekker then; this is one of the most inspiring places in the world. Everest base camp is a great introductory lodge trek that offers sensational mountain views and an insight into the lives of the Sherpa people, fly to the charming town of Lukla and start your trek. The stunning views of Everest, Lhotse, and other peaks are well worth the demanding uphill climbs for the next few days. Everest base camp and Kala Patar (5555m), a viewpoint recognized as the best vantage point to see Mount Everest which is a premier goal for many adventurous walkers in the Himalaya. Besides the scenery, highlights of the trek include a visit to the Thyanboche monastery, one of the Khumbu region’s most important cultural centers and surely one of the most tranquil and inspiring places in the world. 
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Day 01- Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1345) meters
On arrival you are met and transferred to your hotel. This afternoon, enjoy an early afternoon exploratory walk in the old part of Kathmandu; wander past the vegetable and spice markets, beautifully carved old houses, stupas and temples, cows pestering the vegetable vendors and more.

Day 2 Kathmandu-sight seen
Meeting and Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley Half-day of sight seeing in Kathmandu, followed by a briefing and last minute shopping for your Everest Base Camp trek. Today’s sightseeing tour of Kathmandu will include The Temple of the Living Goddess - The Kumari Devi, and Swayambhunath  one of the most popular symbols of Nepal.

Day 03- Fly to Lukla (2804 meters) trek to Phakding (2610 meters) 3 hours
Transfer to the domestic airport for flight to Lukla.

Day 04- Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters) 5.30 hours.
Here we seeh excellent views of Everest (8848 m) and Lhotse (8516 m.). Namche Bazar (3440 m) is surrounded on three sides by mountain. The village is a central hub of the area and food, sundries and even mountain climbing equipment may be purchased here.

Day 05- Namche Bazaar
Acclimatization day. To help with your acclimatization, spend a second night in Namche this will give you the opportunity to explore this Himalayan town or take a short hike to one of the hilltops.

Day 06- Trek to Tengboche Monastery (3860 meters) 5 hours.
View of  Ama Dablam (6812 m ) Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse (7855 m) and Tawetse (6501 m .arrive in Tengboche (3860 m). and great center of buddist  splendid monastery. Great sunrise and sunset on Everest and Ama Dablam is especially beautiful.

Day 07- Trek to Dingboche (4350 meters) 5.30 hours

Day 08- Trek to Chhukung (4710 meters) and trek back to Dingboche. 4.30 hours


Day 09- Trek to Lobuche (4910 meters) 5 hours


Day 10- Trek to Everest Base Camp (5365 meters)
Then back to Gorak Shep (5180 meters). 8 hours

Day 11- Kalapattar (5555 meters)
and  early in the morning and trek down to Periche (41200 meters). 7 hours

Day 12- Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters) 5.30 hours

Day 13- Trek to Lukla (3404 meters) 6 hours.

Day 14- Trek to Lukla (3404 meters) 6 hours

Day 15- Morning flight back to Kathmandu
Transfer to Lukla airport for return flight to Kathmandu. On arrival you are met and transferred to your hotel. This evening, enjoy a Nepali dinner at a local restaurant

Day 16- day of your own in Kathmandu ( free day)

Day 17- Transfer for your final flight departure ( kathmandu- zurich)
Transfer to Kathmandu International Airport for your departure flight.

DatePriceGroup SizeRemarkStatuslink
Friday, 25 Sep, 2009 - Monday, 12 Oct, 2009 2 paxOpen
Thursday, 05 Nov, 2009 - Sunday, 22 Nov, 2009 2 paxOpen
Saturday, 05 Sep, 2009 - Tuesday, 22 Sep, 2009 2 paxOpen

Trip Include:

International flight  Zurich-kathmandu incl. airport tax , airport transfer service ,accommodation on a twin room sharing bascis incl.  best available accommodation and full borad during the trek , an experience German or English speaking guide ,Sharpa  porters, their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipments , trekking permit ,Oxigen Bag incase of altitude sikness,flight to Lukla-kathmandu ,Kathmandu valley sightseeing

Trip Doesnot Include:

Insurance , Nepal entry visa fee US$ 40.- (duration 60 days from date of issue)  Airport Tax in Nepal - approx. CHF 35.-  items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry  services tips for staff.

Booking info:

Himalayan Reisen
Friedenstrasse 2 CH-5430
Wettingen AG
Tel: 41-0566661811
Mobile: 41-0798243319
e-mail: gautam@himalayareisen.ch.

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Trip Facts

  • Trip Grade: Challenge
  • Activity: Trekking
  • Destination: Nepal Tours
  • Trip Code: Everest 05
  • Trip Altitude: 5500 m
  • Trip Season: October to Dec and March to may
  • Group Size: 2
  • Trip Price: CHF 4250.00 Up to 6 person
  • Trip Start From: Kathmandu-lukla
  • Trip End With: Lukla-kathmandu
  • Trip Route: Kathmandu-Lukla-Phakding-Namchebazar-Tegboche-Dinboche-Pheriche-Chukung-Kalapatter-Gokyo lake- Lukla - fly back Kathmandu