Destination Everest Region

Trip Difficulty Difficult Trip

Duration 16 days

Activities Trekking

Accommodation Hotel and Teahouse Lodge

Max altitude 5545 m

Group Size 1-10 Pax

Meals Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Vehicle Bus/Car/Jeep/Flight

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Highlights of Lukla Everest Base Camp Trek 16 days

Trek to the foot of breathtaking Everest, the world’s highest mountain.
Set out on challenging hikes to Kala Pattar, Nangkartshang Peak, and Everest Base Camp
Explore Sherpa villages and the ancient Thami and Tengboche monasteries.
Visit a school established by Sir Edmund Hillary in the mountain village of Khumjung.

Overview of Lukla Everest Base Camp Trek 16 days

Lukla Everest Base Camp Trek 16 days is a splendid trekking to EBC from Lukla to enjoy dazzling view of Everest, Sherpa hospitality and cultures. Also, don’t miss this trek to gaze the best view of Everest, Lhotse (8,516 meters), Cho Oyu (8,201 meters), and Nuptse (7,861 meters).

The most rewarding trek in Nepal, Everest Base Camp is also the number one trekking trail in the world. The hike takes you to the foot of Everest, the world’s highest peak. Namche Bazaar, the capital of the Khumbu, similarly a cultural center of Sherpas. Hence, you will get a lot of opportunity to learn about Sherpa and its culture on 16 days EBC hike from Lukla.

Beginning of Lukla Everest Base Camp Trek 16 days

16-day trek to Everest Base Camp from Lukla is the most popular trekking destination in Nepal. The trek passes through beautiful farming villages and monasteries enjoying the sky touching peaks around you are trekking to EBC from Lukla.

Namche Bazaar is a gateway to Everest base camp trek a small Sherpa village from where you can see mesmerizing mountain vistas and sunset. In a day rest at Namche bazaar, you will hike to Everest View Hotel, Khumjung villages and Hillary school. After that we trek to Tengboche monastery, the holy places of the Sherpas.

After a few more days on the trail from Lukla to Everest Base Camp, you will climb up Kalapatthar offers wonderful view of Khumbu Glacier and Mount Everest. So, 16 days trekking to Everest Base Camp from Lukla does not require any previous experience and climbing skills. During 15 days time from Lukla to Everest Base Camp, you will get a good teahouse accommodation and meals along the trail.

After exploring Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar, you descend down to Lukla via Pheriche. Then take early morning flight to Kathmandu. Spring and Autumn are perfect seasons for 16 days Everest Base Camp Trek from Lukla.

This is not only an adventure trek of a lifetime, but also a comfortable trekking to Everest Base Camp with enough rest days. Be sure you are physically fit in mind and body to face the 16 days Everest challenges.

Detail Itinerary of Lukla Everest Base Camp Trek 16 days

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,300m)

Upon arrival in Kathmandu airport, we receive you there and take you to hotel. Our airport representative will wait you outside the airport in front of arrival exit door showing your name and flight arrival details written on signboard or on A4 size paper so that you can find us easily at the airport. Free time on your own in the day and afternoon meeting your guide, and trip briefing for next day flight to Lukla. Stay night in Kathmandu at tourist standard hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu to Phakding (2,562m, 35 minutes, 3-4 hrs trek).

Wake up early in the morning, drive to airport to get flight to Lukla. After an amazing flight to Lukla, we start short trek to Phakding for 4 hours along the side of Dudh Koshi valley before ascending to Ghat (2,530m), and walk gently climb again about an hour to Phakding. An easy and short trek to Phadking.

Day 03: Phakding - Namche Bazaar (3,440m 10km, 5-6 hrs)

Breakfast and trek through a beautiful pine forest along Dudh Koshi River crossing many suspension bridges via Sherpa villages Benkar, Chimoa, Monjo and Jorsole a national park permit check point with the tranquility view of glistering Mt. Thamserku (6,618 m). After lunch at Jorsalle, trekking through the Dudh Koshi riverbed to the confluence of Bhote Koshi and Dudh Koshi river and cross a high Tenzing- Hilary suspension bridge before the steep ascend through the wonderful pine forest to Namche Bazar. You may have the first view of Mount from the middle of the uphill to Everest if the weather is clear.

Day 04: Acclimatization Day - Namche Bazaar(3,440m)

Acclimatize day in Namche Bazzar either walking around Namche Bazaar surrounding or the day hike to Everest View Hotel or the Thame valley. Namche is the small hilly town of Khumbu region Everest where you get almost everything facilities.

Day 05: Namche Bazzar – Phortse Village (3,810m, 10 km, 5-6 hrs)

Breakfast and Trek to Phortse village, the out trail of main Everest Base Camp Trek. We trek on moderately flat trail on the first of the day with with superb view of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and close up view of Thamserku, Khangtaia to Kyangjuma, and then leaving the regular Everest Base Camp trail, we trek uphill to Mong La. Stop for lunch there and continue downhill and uphill trek to Phortse village.

Day 06: Phortse – Dingboche (4,360 m, 10km, 5-6 hrs)

Breakfast and trek on beautiful trails watching an enormous mountain view and deep valley with mountain goat.Lunch in Pangboche, trek following the river as it rises to its confluence with the Lobuche Khola and continues up to Dingboche, the last sherpa settlement. A great views of Ama Dablam rise above terraced fields of barley, buckwheat and potatoes barred by stone wall to protect crops from icy winds and animals during the short growing season.

Day 07: Acclimatization day in Dingboche

Breakfast and acclimatise day hike either to Nangkartshang Hill (5090m) from Dingboche for 5-6 hour is perfect destination to acclimatize. Trail leads with the breathtaking landscapes and marvelous view of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Imjatse peak (Island peak), Makalu and tremendous view of the valley. Though it steep ascend or an easy hike to Chhukung valley.

Day 08: Dingboche – Lobuche (4,940, 7km, 5-6 hrs)

Breakfast and trek for 5-6 hours through valley and yak pasture with enjoying the great view of Mount Amadablam, Chotatse, Tawatse to Dugla for Lunch and continue trek uphill to Lobuche.

Day 09: Lobuche - Gorak Shep (5,160m/17,000ft) - Everest Base Camp (5,364m, 7-8 hrs)

Trail continues along side of Khumbu Glacier to Gorakshep. Check in to Hotel, Lunch and afternoon set out to visit world’s highest base camp Everest Base Camp. Base camp has no view of Mt. Everest but fantastic view of Khumbu Icefall and colorful camp site of Everest climbing during climbing season. Trek back to Gorakshep for overnight.

Day 10: Gorak Shep - Kala Patthar (5,545m/18,192ft) - Pheriche (4,280m/ 7-8 hrs).

Wake up early in the moring, climb up Kalapatthar(5545 m) to sunrise on top of Mount Everest and also the panoramic view of Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Khumbutse, Changtse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nupte, Mt. Ama Dablam and many more. Back to Gorakshep, breakfast and continue trek down to Pheriche.

Day 11: Pheriche – Tengboche (3,870m, 8km, 5-6 hrs)

Breakfast and trek back to Tengbohe for 5-6 hours). Tengboche monastery has still much to see and make sense to halt a night which breaks and relief to EBC sore legs. Being it a pious Buddhist settlement, the wild life is unharmed so there is possibility to encounter some wild animals such as musk deer, mountain goat, Pheasants etc.

Day 12: Tengboche – Namche Bazzar(3,440 m/11,280 ft): 8km, 5-6 hrs

Breakfast and trek down to Dudh Kosi river to Phunki Tenga and rise up to Kyanjuma where we skipped EBC trail. About 3 more hrs considerably easy walking bring to Mountain Hub Namche Bazar and get yourself a break with drinks and some celebration to feel vacation.

Day 13: Namche Bazaar - Phadking(2,642m 10km, 7-8 hrs)

Breakfast and trek descend to more comfortable altitudes and the friendly farming villages from Jorsale through to Phakding.

Day 14: Phakding - Lukla(2800m, 8km, 4 hours)

Breakfast and an easy 4 hours walk trek 6-8 km to Lukla. Walk around Lukla in the afternoon, final celebration of EBC trek in the evening at Lukla.

Day 15: Lukla – Kathmandu by Air (1,300m,35 minutes)

Fly Back to Kathmandu (35 minutes) in the morning and transfer to you Hotel. Free afternoon own.

Day 16: Transfer to Airport (TIA)

On this day you will departs yours own destination.

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Includes / Excludes

What's Included ?

Airport transfer – hotel/airport/hotel
Twin sharing standard hotel accommodation on BB basis in Kathmandu before and after trek we can book as per your request.
Round Trip Flight cost – Lukla/Kathmandu/Lukla of client and guide.
Basic twin sharing tea house accommodation during trek.
3 times meals – breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek.
English Speaking guide and all his expenses during the trek like flight, insurance, salary, meals and accommodation.
All Trekking permit – Sagarmatha National Park Fee, Local government tax and TIMS card.
All government taxes, vat, company service charge.

What's Excluded ?

Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu.
Travel Insurance in case of emergencey for rescue and other medication.
Nepal visa fee
All kind of hot and cold drinks – coke, fanta, beer, whisky, bottle of water, hot water, tea, coffee etc.
All personal trekking equipmenets like down jacket and sleeping bag etc.
Porter to carry your backpack/luggage.
Tips for guide and porter
Personal expenses like wifi, hot shower, telephone, battery charge fee
Upgraded lodge accommodation like room with private toilet and bathroom.
All the cost not mention on above cost includes.

Note: We operate private trip everyday.

We can operate private trip for solo, group, family, students as per your requirements.

Trip Information - Lukla Everest Base Camp Trek 16 days

Everest Base Camp Trek Accommodation

Everest Base Camp Trek accommodation will be basic tea houses for boarding/lodging.This is the most popular style of trekking to Everest Base Camp and simply involves trekking from teahouse to teahouse. Teahouses are essentially small hotels find in local villages that offer both a place to sleep as well as home cooked meals. Rooms are typically shared with 2 trekkers in a room. Bathrooms are shared as well and in the Everest Base Camp Trek, the lodges usually have running cold water and western style toilets. Also the hot shower is also available but it need to pay extra cost for it.

In some of the villages on the trek, it may be possible to have a private room with an extra cost and we will do our best to arrange that. However, during busy times of the year there is a limited amount of lodging available in some of the villages so it’s generally impossible to arrange private rooms. This is the case even if you’re willing to pay extra since the tea house owners will not give out a private room if it means someone else goes without a room.

Everest Base Camp Trek Meals/Food

Trekkers can choose a meal/food from the menus at the tea houses. Typical meals on EBC trek includes omelets, toast, boiled eggs, noodle soup, fried rice, macaroni, momo, vegetarian curries, pizza or chow mein. The traditional Nepali Dal Bhat which consists of rice, lentils, and a vegetable is all you can eat and always a good choice. Meat on the mountain is not hygienic and we suggest trekkers stick with vegetarian options.

There is not a problem for vegetarian food and in fact we recommend that everyone stick with a vegetarian diet on the trek as the local meat is not refrigerated properly. If you have special dietary requirements just let us know and we will make sure to assist with the proper menu.

Everest Base Camp Trek Weather/Temperature

Weather/Temperature in Summer Everest Base Camp trek in June, July, and August have the hottest temperature.The temperature in the daytime in Everest is between 20 to 25 degree centigrade. The maximum temperature is found in the month of June and July. The nighttime temperatures in Everest during the summer is high too. The lowest that the temperature gets in the night time is -3 degree centigrade and a maximum of 5 degrees. The temperature in the months of June and July are pretty similar.

Weather/Temperature in Autumn in Everest Base Camp Trek lasts from the end of September to the November. This is the part of the year when the cold starts to set in the Everest. The maximum daytime temperature starts to go down from 20 degrees in September and falls to 12 degrees in November. The sun will not be as warm as that in the summers, but that is expected. In September the average nighttime temperature is almost 3 degrees. This starts to fall down and reach in between -7 to – 15 degrees in November.

Weather/Temperature in Winter Everest Base Camp Trek in December, January and February.The coldest of all the months throughout the year, winter at Everest is severely cold and poses challenges to the interested people. The average temperature during the daytime in the Everest winters is 8 degree centigrade. There is not a lot of difference in the temperature in December, January as well as February. All three months are equally cold. Nighttime is when the temperature falls down drastically. The nighttime temperatures around -7 degrees but it can go as low as -15 degrees.

Weather/Temperature in Spring March/April/ May a perfect time to enjoy Everest. The daytime temperature in March is around 12 degrees. This temperature goes up to 15-16 degrees in the month of April and peaks to almost 20 degrees in May. Devoid of biting cold and hot and wet summers, this is a glorious time for all Everest lovers.The nighttime temperatures, although sometimes below zero are not alarmingly low. The lowest that nighttime temperatures get is -8 in March. This increases to -5 degrees in April and -3 in May.

Everest Base Camp Trek Equipment

Proper preparation and equipment will give you a great trekking experience. It is also possible to buy/rent trekking gear at affordable price in Kathmandu and Pokhara Nepal. Below is the recommended trekking equipment list for comfortable everest base camp trek.
Day trek pack
Extra layers, gloves, wind breaker and poncho
Sunscreen
Lip Balm with Sunscreen
Broad brimmed hat or bandana (for sun protection)
Iodine Water Tablets (personal preference)
Water Bottles or Camel Back
Sunglasses
Headlamp with extra batteries
Favorite Snacks
Waterproof bags to protect electronics or paperwork
Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
Umbrella (works great in a light rain or to protect from the sun)
Duct tape or moleskin for blisters
Toilet Paper
Trekking Poles (optional)
Thermos (optional for hot beverages)
Head/Hands
Wide brimmed hat
Wool hat (Should cover ears)/Balaclava
Lightweight Gloves
Insulated Wool/Down Mittens
Gaiters (optional)
Body/Leg/Bag
Moisture wicking long sleeve T-shirts (2)
Moisture wicking T-shirts (1)
Long underwear pants (2)
Underwear (5 to 7)
Heavy Fleece/Down Jacket
Long sleeve shirts (2)
Sweatshirt (optional)
Fleece Pants
Trekking Pants (2)
Shorts (optional)
Gore Tex Waterproof Jacket with hood
Rain Poncho that covers your day pack
Waterproof Pants
FootWear
Hiking boots with ankle support
Camp shoes or Tennis Shoes
Plastic bag to carry spare shoes
Hiking socks (10)
Sock Liners (optional)
Sleeping Bag
Sleeping bag rated to -20° degree centigrade
Sleeping bag liner (optional)
Sleeping bag stuff sack
Rucksack(Duffel Bag)/Daypacks
Duffel Bag for Carrying Your Gear (we provide this for the trek)
Day Pack for Carrying what you need on the trail
Small Lock(s) for duffel bag and day pack
Waterproof cover for daypack
Dry Bags in several sizes
Stuff sacks for dirty clothes/shoes
First Aid Kit/Toiletries
Advil or Ibuprofen
Diamox (for altitude sickness)
Personal Prescriptions
Medical Tape (for preventing treating blisters)
Antibiotics (Cipro for travelers’ diarrhea)
Diaper Rash Cream (Can treat rashes or chaffing)
Basic toiletries (Soap, Deodorant…)
Wet wipes
Panty Liners and Tampons
Sun/Face lotion
Hair brush
Hair ties
Hand warmers
Ear plugs for sleeping
Money/Paperwork
Passport (needed at entry gate for registration)
Spending Money
One Passport Size Photo (Needed for trekking permit
Other Items
Portable Solar Charger
Journal, pen and paper