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18 to 35s Epic Everest Base Camp Trek

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4.3 (14 reviews)
  • Vividly saturated Himalayan panorama with serrated peaks, glacial lake and cobalt sky.
  • Hikers walking along a path with a snowy mountain in the background.
  • Group of trekkers wearing packs share high-fives outside a stone building at the start of a Himalayan trek.
  • Female trekker in red flannel stands before the dramatic ice-clad face of Ama Dablam under crystal skies.
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  • Trekkers with backpacks walk along a rocky alpine trail with towering snow-covered Himalayan peaks in the background.
  • Pack yaks laden with gear follow trekkers along a high-altitude trail beneath rugged, icy Himalayan summits.
  • Trekkers descend a rocky trail into a dramatic Himalayan valley framed by towering snow-clad peaks under a clear sky.
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Travelers should be in very good physical condition and expect continuous demanding activities
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Kathmandu

    Kathmandu
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
    • Walk around Durbar Square
    • Rickshaw Night Explorer Urban Adventure (USD49)
    • Spiritual Nepal Experience Urban Adventure (USD59)
    • Home Cooking Class Urban Adventure (USD57)
    • Panorama Hike Urban Adventure (USD74)
    • In Focus: Handmade Kathmandu (USD93)
    • Explore Patan & Bhaktapur Urban Adventure (USD104)
    Landmarks
    Swayambhunath
    Durbar Square
  2. Day 2

    Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding

    Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
    • Breakfast in Lukla
    • Safety talk and porter introduction
    • Trek to Phakding
    Landmarks
    Lukla
    Dudh Kosi River
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 3

    Phakding to Namche Bazaar

    Phakding to Namche Bazaar

    Included Activities

    • Trek to Namche Bazaar via Benkar and Hillary Bridge
    • Acclimatisation hike in Namche Bazaar

    Optional Activities

    • Hire additional gear for high altitudes
    Landmarks
    Benkar
    Monjo
    Hillary Bridge
    Namche Bazaar
  4. Day 4

    Namche Bazaar

    Namche Bazaar

    Included Activities

    • Optional acclimatisation hike to Tenzing Norgay Memorial
    • Sagarmatha National Park Museum visit
    • Sagarmatha Next visit

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Namche Bakery for snacks
    • Explore local shops and supplies
    Landmarks
    Tenzing Norgay Memorial
    Sagarmatha National Park Museum
    Sagarmatha Next
    Namche Bakery
  5. Day 5

    Namche Bazaar to Phortse Gaon

    Namche Bazaar to Phortse Gaon

    Included Activities

    • Trek to Phortse Gaon with loop route through national park
    Landmarks
    Phortse Gaon
    Sanasa
  6. Day 6

    Phortse Gaon to Dingboche

    Phortse Gaon to Dingboche

    Included Activities

    • Trek to Dingboche via Pangboche and Shomare
    Landmarks
    Pangboche
    Shomare
    Dingboche
    Ama Dablam
    Lhotse
    Imja Tse (Island Peak)
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Dingboche

    Dingboche

    Included Activities

    • Morning acclimatisation hike to Nagarjun Hill or Chukhung

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Cafe 4410 for hot drinks and Sherpa documentaries
    • Explore Dingboche town
    Landmarks
    Nagarjun Hill
    Chukhung
    Cafe 4410
  8. Day 8

    Dingboche to Lobuche

    Dingboche to Lobuche

    Included Activities

    • Trek to Lobuche via Khumbu Khola and Khumbu Glacier moraine
    Landmarks
    Taboche
    Cholatse
    Pheriche valley
    Khumbu Khola
    Khumbu Glacier
    Lobuche
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 9

    Lobuche to Gorak Shep to Everest Base Camp

    Lobuche to Gorak Shep to Everest Base Camp
    Meals
    Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Trek to Everest Base Camp via Gorak Shep
    • Kala Patthar Sunrise Trek
    Landmarks
    Gorak Shep
    Everest Base Camp
    Khumbu Ice Fall
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  10. Day 10

    Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar to Pheriche

    Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar to Pheriche
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the highest altitude teahouse in the world)

    Included Activities

    • Trek to Kala Patthar for sunrise views of Everest
    • Breakfast at highest altitude teahouse
    • Trek to Pheriche
    Landmarks
    Kala Patthar
    Pheriche
    Itinerary Image 1
  11. Day 11

    Pheriche to Tengboche

    Pheriche to Tengboche

    Included Activities

    • Trek to Tengboche
    • Tengboche Monastery visit
    • Sherpa Heritage Foundation museum visit
    Landmarks
    Orsho
    Shomare
    Lower Pangboche
    Imja Khola River
    Tengboche Monastery
    Sherpa Heritage Foundation
    Itinerary Image 1
  12. Day 12

    Monjo

    Monjo
    Meals
    Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Descent through juniper, rhododendron and fir forests
    • Cross Dudh Kosi River at Trashinga
    • Trek through Namche Bazaar
    • Steep descent via Hillary Bridge
    • Trek through Jorsale back to Monjo
    Landmarks
    Dudh Kosi River
    Trashinga
    Namche Bazaar
    Hillary Bridge
    Jorsale
    Monjo
  13. Day 13

    Chumo to Lukla

    Chumo to Lukla

    Included Activities

    • Trek to Lukla
    Landmarks
    Kusum Kanguru
    Lukla
  14. Day 14

    Lukla to Kathmandu

    Lukla to Kathmandu

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Kathmandu markets for shopping
    • Visit Patan temples and monasteries
    Landmarks
    Lukla
    Kathmandu markets
    Bagmati River
    Patan
  15. Day 15

    Kathmandu

    Kathmandu

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Traveler Moments

  • Hikers walking along a path with a snowy mountain in the background.
  • People inside a room with a stove and red equipment being set up.
  • Simple accommodation with two single beds and some personal items.

Traveler Reviews

4.3
Overall rating based on 14 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.5
  • Transport
    4.5
  • Guide
    4.3
  • Accommodation
    4.0
  • Food
    4.0
  • Tour Operator
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  • Nasser4.0•September 2019
    You have the best guide mr ram and assistance guide. They mad my trip fantastic
    Traveled in December 2018
  • Monica4.7•September 2019
    The trip was very well organised, the guides supportive and fun and I love the values of intrepid as a company to...
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    Traveled in December 2018
  • Marlon4.7•September 2019
    Service provided allowed me to enjoy the trip without worrying about details.
    Traveled in December 2018
  • Jordan4.0•September 2019
    All guides were excellent and trip was well run
    Traveled in December 2018
  • John4.0•September 2019
    Besides the natural beauty and sense of accomplishment you feel from this trip, the leader (RamHari) and assistance...
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    Traveled in December 2018
  • Johan4.5•September 2019
    The trip was great
    Traveled in December 2018
  • Jenny4.0•September 2019
    Fantastic team to lead us through the trek.
    Traveled in December 2018
  • James5.0•September 2019
    The trip was an amazing experience and the team of guides were exceptional at making myself and others feel safe,...
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    Traveled in December 2018
  • Gerry4.3•September 2019
    Excellent staff who went above and beyond and were very professional
    Traveled in December 2018
  • Leila
    Leila3.5•May 2019
    Awkward tipping situation on the last night - my boyfriend and I tipped over the recommended amount for the porters,...
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    Traveled in April 2019

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  • P

    Philippe

    Asked on March 31st, 2025

    Are there any age restrictions for the trek?

    Age Range
    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025

      Given the trek's high physical demands, it is generally recommended for adults who are sufficiently fit and capable of handling strenuous hiking.

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    Ana Elia

    Asked on December 27th, 2024

    Is a visa required for entering Nepal?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024

      Travelers, including those with a UK passport, need to obtain a visa for Nepal, which can be processed upon arrival at the airport.

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    Hugo

    Asked on December 15th, 2024

    What is the physical difficulty level of the Everest Base Camp Trek?

    Tour Details
    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024

      This trek has a physical rating of 5 out of 5, requiring participants to be in excellent physical shape due to challenging conditions and high altitudes.

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    Carol

    Asked on December 15th, 2024

    What type of transport is used for airport transfers?

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    Transport
    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024

      Transfers between the airport and your accommodation in Kathmandu are arranged via cars or vans, depending on the number of passengers.

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    Mareike

    Asked on October 28th, 2024

    Will porters be available to carry our gear?

    Transport
    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024

      Porters are available to assist with your gear. Each porter carries a load for two trekkers and ensures your main luggage stays within the weight limit of 10kg per person.

  • K

    Katrina

    Asked on October 6th, 2024

    I am super interested in booking this trip, however I am looking at trips available for early 2025. Is this an option? If so, when would bookings become available?

    Price / Availability
    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024

      our team is still in the phase of finalizing the package for 2025 departure of this trip and the trips will be available in our website very soon.

    • K

      Katrina

      Traveler•Written October 2024

      I was just wondering if there was any update on this yet? Or if there were any dates in the works that you could share?

    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024

      Unfortunately the dates for 2025 have not been released yet. Can you please check with us in November?

    • K

      Katrina

      Traveler•Written December 2024

      Just wondering if there is any update if this tour has confirmed dates for 2025?

    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024

      Unfortunately, we currently do not have departures scheduled for this trip in 2025.

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    Trevor

    Asked on August 1st, 2024

    Do you have proposed trekking dates for April / May 2025 as I would like to start planning and need to schedule time off work well in advance.

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2024

      We are pleased to offer a complimentary hold on the trip for 48 hours, after which a deposit of 400 is required to confirm your space.

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      Trevor

      Traveler•Written August 2024

      We are flexible on dates but something similar to 7th April-21st April 2025 would be desirable. If you could please let me know your trek dates around then as well as rough pricing that would be great so we can start planning.

    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2024

      We do not have the 2025 trip rates for this tour yet however we can provide you the tour rates for December which is AUD $2,120 and you can request your own room from $120.

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    Janet

    Asked on June 4th, 2024

    What is the charge for changing a booking date?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2024

      Changing booking dates close to departure might incur a cancellation fee of 100% of the booking's cost.

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    Vincent

    Asked on April 2nd, 2024

    I am 19 years old and I am really interested in travelling the himalaya region. I read about your 15 day tour to the everest base camp for younger people and just wanted to ask which dates for this tour are possible. I wanted to start at the beginning of november and wanted to ask if a tour for younger people is happening at that time or if you have any other recommandations for my interests :)

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2024

      Our Epic Everest Base Camp Trek tour is for the 18 to 35 year olds. This tour has one departure in November and it's fully booked.

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    Hubert

    Asked on March 22nd, 2024

    What are the accommodation options on the Everest Base Camp Trek?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2024

      Accommodations will be in hotels and guesthouses for two nights, and in tea houses or trekking lodges for twelve nights. Tea houses provide simple yet comfortable lodging, and you will typically share amenities with other travelers.

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