- Airport Transfers – Complimentary pick-up and drop-off services.
- Required Permits & Fees – Includes TIMS card and National Park entry fees.
- Trekking Accommodation – Comfortable tea house or lodge stays throughout the trek.
- Meals on the trek – Full Board (Breakfast lunch dinner)
- Trekking Gear – Duffle bags
- First-Aid Support – A medical kit is available during the trek.
- Professional Guide – English-speaking licensed local trekking guide.
- Domestic Flights – Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu flight.
- Porter Service – One porter for every two trekker
- Staff Support – Wages insurance food equipment and accommodation for staffs.
- Emergency Assistance – Rescue arrangements (rescue costs not included).
Journey overview
The experience at a glance
Everest Base Camp Trek 12 Days is a unique Himalayan adventure through the heart of Nepal’s Khumbu region, combining spectacular mountain scenery, Sherpa culture, ancient monasteries, and legendary trekking trails. The 12-Day EBC Trek begins with an exciting flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and takes you through beautiful Sherpa villages to the base of Mount Everest (8,848.86 m), the world’s highest mountain.
The Everest Base Camp Trek 12 Days Itinerary is the ideal trek for Everest trekkers looking for a short but worthwhile Everest adventure. Starting from Lukla (2,860 m), the route gradually gains elevation through Dudh Koshi Valley and past traditional villages like Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Gorak Shep to reach Everest Base Camp (5,364 m). Most trekking days take roughly 5-7 hours, with gradual elevation gains and well-planned acclimatization.
One of the big highlights of this Short Everest Base Camp Trek is the acclimatization stop at Namche Bazaar. It is a good time to spend two nights in this lively mountain town where you can get some fine altitude training, see the Sherpa capital, and enjoy magnificent views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Kongde.
The trail continues through the amazing Khumbu Valley Trek landscape, where you can experience authentic Sherpa culture and visit significant Buddhist monasteries such as the famous Tengboche Monastery. The landscape is more dramatic as you go up on the mountain with the mighty peaks, glaciers, rocky valleys, and the beautiful Khumbu Glacier surrounding the trail.
A big highlight of the Everest Base Camp Trek 12 Days is the early morning hike to Kala Patthar (5,545 m), one of the best locations in the Everest region. At the summit, the trekkers can observe the best views of Mount Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori, and the rest of the Himalayan giants. The sunrise over Everest makes the Kala Patthar Trek one of the most memorable in the Khumbu.
Although the 12-Day EBC Trek is suitable for many first-time Himalayan trekkers with good fitness, the high altitude makes proper acclimatization, hydration, pacing, and preparation very important. The itinerary includes the necessary Everest region trekking permits, including the Sagarmatha National Park entry permit and local permits. Our team is capable of helping with all the necessary permits and trekking arrangements.
For someone who is looking for a Lukla to Everest Base Camp Trek and a manageable Everest Base Camp itinerary or a rewarding 12-day Everest trekking adventure, this itinerary offers a good balance of challenge, Himalayan landscapes, Sherpa culture, and time-efficient trekking.
Trip highlights
What makes this journey
- 01
Leave your footprint at the Word’s Famous Everest Base Camp (5364m)
- 02
Stunning panoramic view of Everest range from Kalapathar Viewpoint (5545m)
- 03
Observe the biggest glacier of Nepal- Khumbu Glacier
- 04
Explore Namche Bazaar - the beautiful Sherpa’s Capital
- 05
Explore the traditions and lifestyles of Sherpa Communities
- 06
Experience the exciting and thrilling flight to Lukla- Gateway to Mt. Everest
Day by day
12 days · 1 region
Walk the route one day at a time — meals, overnight stays, and the details that shape each stage.
In the very early in the morning (Guide will explain the flight time); drive to the domestic airport to take a scenic flight to Lukla, the main entrance to the Khumbu region. Upon your arrival at Lukla airport, you will be greeted by our local staffs and our supplies, gears will be taken by porters or loaded onto yaks, then your adventure trek begins with 3-4 hours trek down through terraced hillsides and stone fences to the Dudh Koshi river and you will cross the suspension bridge with several prayer flags to our first halt at Phakding. Remember the say Buddhists prayer "OM Mani Padme Hum" during the monastery visit and be sure to walk clockwise around these special "Mani (Prayer) Stones." Overnight at Phakding (All Meals Included).
- Meals
- Full Board
- Overnight
- Teahouse
- Distance
- 8 km
- Altitude
- 2,610m
NoteBring Diamox and Stay Hydrated
The most difficult hiking day, because you will be hiking over rolling terrain, plowed fields, traditional homes, pine forests and Dudh Koshi River along with several suspension (hanging) bridges. Coming all the way to the entrance of Sagarmatha national park, the snowy view of peak Thamserku (6608m) gives you a complete taste of supreme mountain scenery to come. After hiking for almost six hours via Monjo and eating lunch on the way, you have your final step to Namche Bazar, the Sherpa Village. You will spend 2 nights in Namche Bazar for acclimatization. Overnight at Namche (All Meals Included).
- Meals
- Full Board
- Overnight
- Teahouse
- Distance
- 9 km
- Altitude
- 3,440m
NoteHigh altitude, ascend slowly, and Stay hydrated
This is your rest day at Namche Bazzar for acclimatization. It means to stay to gain strength and get familiar with altitude. After breakfast, we go for a hike for a couple of hours to maybe Everest View hotel or Syangboche to enable our bodies to better adjust to the altitude before continue the ascend. We can also enjoy the snowy view of Kwangde (6380m), Thamserku (6608m) and Kangtega (6685m). When we ascend for a day hike, the peaks Nuptse (7861m), Lhotse (8414m), Ama Dablam (6856m) and even Mount Everest (8848m). The day can be spent wandering around the Namche Bazar, shopping around, and having good coffee, playing snooker/cards and etc. Overnight at Namche (All Meals Included)
- Meals
- Full board
- Overnight
- Teahouse
- Distance
- 4 km
- Altitude
- 3,440m
NoteTrek to HEV for acclimitation, walk around, no sleep during the day
This path from Namche to Tengboche may be a bit spiritual as well due to several monasteries and temples. The line passes through Kayangjuma on to Sansa and pine forest before reaching Tengboche. You will travel to Tengboche Monastery, the spiritual center of Khumbu located at an altitude of 3860m. Overnight at Tengboche (All Meals Included)
- Meals
- Full Board
- Overnight
- Teahouse
- Distance
- 10 km
- Altitude
- 3,860m
NoteHigh-altitude, walk slowly, stay hydrated
You will trek to Dingboche to 4360m and trek for almost 6 hours. You will also be crossing suspension bridges from where a spectacular view of snowy mountains including Ama Dablam can be seen. The valley begins slowly to open up as you reach the confluence of the Lobuche River, a steep ascend across the river brings you to Dingboche; the gateway to Imja Tso (Island Peak). Overnight at Dingboche (All Meals Included)
- Meals
- Full Board
- Overnight
- Teahouse
- Distance
- 12 km
- Altitude
- 4,360m
NoteHigh-altitude, walk slowly, stay hydrated
This is another rest day during your Everest Base Camp trekking, you will need to adjust with an altitude again as you will be ascending up to 5000m now. A short hike around Dingboche gives you the strength and capacity to adapt to the local weather. Overnight at Dingboche (All Meals Included)
- Meals
- Full Board
- Overnight
- Teahouse
- Altitude
- 4,360m
NoteHigh-altitude, stay hydrated, walk around, no sleep during the day
Today you will be hiking to Lobuche, which lies at an elevation of 4840 meters. On the way to Lobuche, you will pass through a number of stone memorials to honor climbers who failed to make it to Mount Everest. This route offers stunning views of Nuptse, Cholatse, Thamserku, and several other jaw-dropping mountain views. When the trail reaches the Khumbu Glacier moraine, you will have the closest view of Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori, and Mahalangur Himal. Overnight at Lobuche (All Meals Included)
- Meals
- Full Board
- Overnight
- Teahouse
- Distance
- 8 km
- Altitude
- 4,840m
NoteHigh-altidue, walk slowly, stay hydrated
This day is probably the most awaited and exciting day of your trek of EBC. Post breakfast, you will hike to Gorakshep (Last settlement on this EBC trekking), you will eat lunch at Gorakshep, hike up to amazing Khumbu Icefall and you will trek to Everest Base camp; spend about an hour exploring the campsite which is gifted by scenic natural beauty. After an exploration of EBC, trek back to Gorakshep. Spend a night at Gorakshep (All Meals Included)
- Meals
- Full Board
- Overnight
- Teahouse
- Distance
- 12 km
- Altitude
- 5,181m
NoteHigh altitude, walk slowly, stay hydrated (we take EBC trek on this day)
Early morning (before sunrise); trek to Kalapatthar (5545m). This is the highest point of this trek, from where the magnificent mountain views can be seen right in front of you. This is an excellent viewpoint of Mount Everest, including Pumori, Nuptse, Lotse, etc. After spending an hour on the viewpoint, walk back to Gorakshep; eat breakfast and trek down to Pheriche. Overnight at Pheriche (All Meals Included)
- Meals
- Full Board
- Overnight
- Teahouse
- Distance
- 12 km
- Altitude
- 5,545m
NoteHigh altitude, walk slowly, stay hydrated (we hike to the Kalapatthar (highest point of this trek) before sunrise), bring headlamp, globes, sunglasses, hat, and sunscreen
This day is another day of descending with views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, and Amadablam. We descend to Deboche and take a short trek to Tengboche Monastery. We will continue descending to the Dudh Koshi River and then climb for 1 and a half hours to Kyangjuma for lunch. We will finish our trek with a gradually descending walk from Kyangjuma to Namche Bazar. Overnight at Namche (All Meals Included)
- Meals
- Full board
- Overnight
- Teahouse
- Distance
- 20 km
- Altitude
- 3,440m
NoteDecend slowly, use trekking poles (useful for descending)
You will leave Namche Bazaar and get a big descent to Phakding; you will have plenty of scenic photos if the weather is clear. And further descending to Lukla, as we begin with a descent, the climb to end the trip of our adventure of a lifetime! Overnight at Lukla (All Meals Included)
- Meals
- Full Board
- Overnight
- Teahouse
- Distance
- 20 km
- Altitude
- 2,800m
NoteDecend slowly, use trekking poles (useful for descending)
Prepare for the return flight to Kathmandu early in the morning. Sometimes, flights can be delayed or canceled due to bad weather; take some spare days in Kathmandu so you don't miss your international flights. (Breakfast Included) Upon your arrival at Kathmandu airport, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Overnight
- Hotel
- Altitude
- 1,310m
Private vehicle & English-speaking guide throughout · Kathmandu
Places covered
Destinations on this trip
The places this journey moves through, in the order they shape the experience.
Kathmandu
Lukla
Namche
Dingboche
Lobuche
Kalapatthar - EBC
Terrain & altitude
Understand the climb
See how elevation changes across the route so you can prepare with confidence.
Trip essentials
What your journey covers
A clear split between what we arrange and what you budget yourself.
- Accommodation & Meals in Kathmandu - Available at an additional cost.
- Nepal Visa Fee – To be arranged and paid upon arrival.
- Additional Stays in Kathmandu – Extra nights caused by early arrival or late departure or changes to the trekking schedule.
- Beverages – Soft drinks alcoholic drinks and bottled water.
- Porter for Solo Trekkers – Available at an additional cost.
- Personal Insurance – Travel medical and evacuation insurance are mandatory but not included.
- Personal Expenses – Such as laundry phone calls Wi-Fi or shopping.
- Rescue Expenses – Rescue operation charges are not covered.
- International Flights – Airfare to/from Kathmandu is excluded.
- Tips & Gratuities – Tips for guides porters and support staff are not included.
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