Everest Base Camp
At 5,364m, the base camp of the world's highest peak is the definitive Himalayan pilgrimage. The 12-day return trek from Lukla passes through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche Monastery, and Kala Patthar. Only fit, acclimatised trekkers should attempt this route.
Local culture:Sherpa & Tibetan Buddhist Culture
Elevation
5,364m
Fitness
Expert
Best Seasons
Spring, Autumn
Activities
3
Best For
Trekking10/10Photography10/10Adventure9/10Spiritual7/10Cultural6/10
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Best Time to Visit
Best monthsAprMayOctNov
Jan
January
Severe cold, deep snow above 4000m, trails icy
Feb
February
Still very cold, gradually improving late February
Mar
Activities
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Adventure7h
Everest Base Camp Trek, Final Approach
The long final walk past the Khumbu Glacier's memorial cairns to Base Camp itself at 5,364m, prayer flags marking the goal.
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Trekking4h
Kala Patthar Sunrise Climb
A pre-dawn climb to 5,644m for the best available ground-level view of Everest's summit, hidden from Base Camp itself.
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Spiritual
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Approximate Costs
Teahouse double room, lower Khumbu
NPR 900
Lodge room with attached bathroom, higher Khumbu
NPR 2,800
Premium lodge, double room
Yeti Mountain Home-style premium lodges at Namche/Syangboche.
NPR 10,000
Dal bhat at a high-altitude teahouse
NPR 900
Set meal with meat or eggs at a Khumbu lodge
NPR 1,800
Multi-course dinner at a premium lodge near Gorak Shep
NPR 3,800
Kathmandu-Lukla domestic flight, one way
NPR 9,500
Sagarmatha National Park entry permit
NPR 3,000
Guide day rate (shared across trek)
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