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Everest Base Camp Trek — 15 Days
15 days5,364 mFrom Lukla (fly from Kathmandu)Best: Oct–Nov, Mar–May
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Duration
15 days
From
$2,050/person
Max Altitude
5,364 m
Difficulty
Challenging
Starts
Lukla (fly from Kathmandu)
Group Size
2–12 People
Stay
Tea House
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Best Season
Oct–Nov, Mar–May
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Trip Highlights
Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) — most acclimatisation-friendly EBC itinerary available
Kala Patthar (5,545 m) — closest public viewpoint to Everest's summit
Two full rest-acclimatisation days: Namche on day 3 and Dingboche on day 8
Tengboche Monastery puja ceremony at dawn (if timing aligns)
Ama Dablam Base Camp optional excursion from Dingboche
Chhukung Ri (5,550 m) optional add-on for experienced altitude trekkers
Namche Bazaar Saturday market and Sherpa cultural museum
Sagarmatha National Park UNESCO wilderness — yaks, glaciers, Sherpa villages
Recommended for first-time high-altitude trekkers — maximum safety and enjoyment
The most relaxed path to Everest Base Camp — 15 days of unhurried acclimatisation means more trekkers reach the top and actually enjoy it when they get there.
Day-by-Day Itinerary(15 days)
Altitude Profile
Peak: 5,164 m · Day 9Welcome to Nepal. Airport pickup and transfer to your hotel in Thamel. Evening briefing with your lead guide — review itinerary, gear check, and permit paperwork. Welcome dinner with the team.
1,400 m––DHotel
The 15-day Everest Base Camp Trek is our most popular Khumbu itinerary — one extra day over the classic 14-day schedule gives a full rest day at Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) for deep acclimatisation, Khumjung village exploration, and the Everest View Hotel viewpoint. That single additional day improves completion rates meaningfully and is the reason most experienced operators now favour a 15-day itinerary for first-time high-altitude trekkers.
The route is the definitive Everest experience: Lukla to Phakding through rhododendron forest, the suspension bridge crossings above the Dudh Kosi gorge, Namche's Saturday market, Tengboche Monastery beneath Ama Dablam, Dingboche's stone-walled fields, and the final moraines above Lobuche to Gorak Shep and EBC (5,364 m). The summit of Kala Patthar (5,545 m) at pre-dawn for the greatest Everest panorama on earth closes the outbound journey before the long descent to Lukla.
This itinerary suits trekkers who want the full Khumbu experience without the time pressure of the 14-day version. The Namche rest day includes an acclimatisation walk to the Everest View Hotel (3,880 m) — a steady 440 m gain followed by descent — which is the ideal preparation for the higher stages above.
The Acclimatisation Difference
Altitude sickness is the number one reason trekkers don't complete EBC. The 15-day schedule builds in acclimatisation at two key altitude bands: Namche (3,440 m, day 3–4) and Dingboche (4,410 m, day 8–9). Both follow the "climb high, sleep low" rule with dedicated excursions the morning after arrival. Our 15-day completion rate is 91% versus 84% for 14-day itineraries. The extra day is the single most cost-effective investment you can make in your trek.
Best seasons: October–November and March–May. Flights: Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu included. Max altitude: Kala Patthar 5,545 m.
What's Included
Included
- Government-certified English-speaking senior trek guide
- Porter (1 per 2 trekkers; 18 kg max porter load)
- Sagarmatha National Park entry permit
- Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality permit
- Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu round-trip flights (scheduled)
- All teahouse accommodation on trek
- 3 meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Kathmandu hotel and airport transfers
- Altitude illness prevention kit and pulse oximeter
- Duffel bag and down sleeping bag (loan)
- All government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International flights
- Nepal visa
- Travel insurance
- Personal gear
- Tips
Pickup
Pokhara or Kathmandu: where should we pick you up?
This trip begins in Kathmandu. If you are already in Pokhara, we can bring you across (Pokhara and Kathmandu are about 200 km apart: 25 minutes by plane or 6 to 8 hours by tourist bus).
Pickup in Kathmandu
Trip starts hereLanding in Kathmandu? We meet you at the airport or your hotel and get you to the start.
- Kathmandu international airport (on arrival)Included
- Kathmandu domestic airportIncluded
- Kathmandu hotel pickupIncluded
- Kathmandu tourist bus park pickupWe quote
Pickup in Pokhara
Staying in Pokhara? We can bring you to Kathmandu for the start.
- Pokhara hotel pickupIncludes getting you to Kathmandu by tourist bus or flight. We confirm the price with you.We quote
- Pokhara airport pickupWe quote
- Pokhara tourist bus park pickupWe quote
Hotel in the city
- No hotel, I will book my own$0
- Kathmandu: tourist standard guest houseWe quote
- Kathmandu: 3-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
- Kathmandu: 4-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
- Kathmandu: 5-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
Prices are per person and added to the trip price when you book. “We quote” means the price depends on your flight time and hotel, so our team confirms it with you before the trip. It is never added to your payment without asking.
Best Time to Go
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Prime season. October is perfect — clear skies, stable weather, 4–6 week dry window. November gets cold at altitude but still excellent. EBC trail at its busiest.
Low: -10°C at EBC High: 15°C Namche October: minimal. November: possible above 5,000 m
Spring (Mar–May)
Climbing season — expeditions on Everest. Good trekking weather. Rhododendrons in Namche area. Pre-monsoon cloud builds in afternoon from May. Slightly warmer than autumn.
Low: -8°C at EBC High: 18°C Namche March: possible at pass level. May: mostly clear
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Very cold. Khumbu trails remain open but temperatures extreme at EBC (-20°C+). Experienced cold-weather trekkers only. Fewer crowds. Lodges may be closed above Namche.
Low: -25°C at EBC High: 5°C Namche Heavy above 5,000 m
Monsoon (Jun–Aug)
Not recommended. Trails wet and unstable. Cloud cover obscures mountain views. Risk of landslides on lower sections.
Low: 5°C High: 20°C Namche None at low altitude
Permits Required
Sagarmatha National Park Permit
NPR 3,000 (about US$23)Required for all trekkers. Checked at Monjo gate.
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Fee
NPR 3,000 (about US$23)Local municipality permit. In the Khumbu it replaces the TIMS card, which is not used here.
All permits are arranged and included in your package price. Nothing to organise yourself.
What to Pack
Moisture-wicking base layers (top + bottom)
Fleece mid-layer jacket
Down jacket (800+ fill power — essential above 4,000 m)
Waterproof shell jacket and pants
Trekking trousers (2 pairs)
Merino wool socks (5–6 pairs)
Liner socks (3 pairs)
Warm hat / beanie
Balaclava for Kala Patthar and EBC
Sun hat or cap
Lightweight gloves
Insulated waterproof gloves or mittens
Neck gaiter or buff (2×)
Thermal underwear set
A detailed packing list will be sent with your booking confirmation. Gear rental available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Kit that actually matters on this trek
All our gear adviceChosen for this route specifically — not a generic list. Each one says what you give up as well as what you get.
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