for this trip, how long do we spend at kala patthar please, as thats the most important part of the trip, where we get the best views of mount everest? how long are we there for please before descending back down after? the more hours the better (!).

On day 03, for the optional trek from Gorak Shep to Kala Pattar, your trekking time will be approximately 3 hours or 4 km, with an elevation gain and loss of 440 m.

I am interested in the EBC trek. Could you please provide me on the details for the same.

Thank you for your interest in joining Everest Base Camp Trek. We are excited to start the planning phase with you and are happy to answer any questions.

Can you provide details on the Pre-Accommodation for the Everest Base Camp trek?

Pre Accommodation is at Hotel Marshyangdi, Kathmandu.

What support is available in case of emergencies during the trek?

In case of emergencies, contact the local service provider detailed in your Essential Trip Information.

What are the visa requirements for the Everest Base Camp Trek?

Please ensure you have the appropriate visas required for your trip.

I am 60 years old with a lot of mountaineering experience, but with a lot of worry that I won't be able to make this trek with my son. How many miles per day is this trek? How will I be able to tell if I am in good enough shape to do this? I will commit to the workouts! But I am uncertain if that will be enough. Also, I wonder if you would recommend another trek that might be as beautiful but without Everest. I really want to spend time seeing beautiful things - and Everest is great - but perhaps other treks are better - if not as famous.

The trek you are considering to Everest Base Camp is a physically demanding 14-day journey, with trekking times ranging from 3 to 9 hours per day. On average, you will walk 6 to 12 miles each day, with significant altitude gain (up to 3,000 ft on some days). The trek involves steep ascents and descents through challenging terrain, especially as you near Base Camp. If you are concerned about Everest, you could consider the Annapurna Circuit. Both offer stunning Himalayan views and diverse landscapes without the extreme altitude challenges of EBC. These treks are considered slightly easier and still very rewarding.

Is it possible to book a private trip for the Everest Base Camp Trek?

A private trip can be arranged. Note that no changes to the itinerary are allowed and a minimum of 4 passengers is required.

Can I store valuables safely during the trek?

Many hotels have safety deposit boxes where valuables can be stored securely.

How can I make a change to my booking?

Changes to your booking can be made without any fees if notified at least 56 days before scheduled departure.

Is there a guide available for the Everest Base Camp Trek?

Guides are available, and you can also opt for a private guide at an extra cost.

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Itinerary

Day 1
Kathmandu
Meals
Dinner (Welcome dinner with Nepalese cultural performance)
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner with Nepalese cultural performance
Optional Activities
- Visit Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
- Walk around Durbar Square
- Urban Adventure
Landmarks
Swayambhunath
Durbar Square
Day 2
Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast in Lukla)
Included Activities
- Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Breakfast in Lukla
- Trek to Phakding (approximately 3 hours)
Landmarks
Lukla
Dudh Kosi River
Day 3
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Included Activities
- Trek to Namche Bazaar
- Cross Hillary Bridge
- Acclimatisation stay (2 nights)
Landmarks
Kusum Kanguru
Thamserku
Benkar
Monjo
Jorsale
Hillary Bridge
Mount Everest
Lhotse
Nuptse
Taweche
Day 4
Namche Bazaar
Included Activities
- Acclimatisation day
- Sagarmatha Next visit
- Namche Bazaar - Acclimatisation Hike
Optional Activities
- Walk to Tenzing Norgay Memorial
- Visit Sagarmatha National Park Museum
- Explore Namche Bazaar village and markets
Landmarks
Tenzing Norgay Memorial
Sagarmatha National Park Museum
Sagarmatha Next
Day 5
Namche Bazaar to Phortse Gaon
Included Activities
- Trek to Phortse Gaon via less-travelled route
Landmarks
Phortse Gaon
Sanasa
Dudh Koshi
Day 6
Phortse Gaon to Dingboche
Included Activities
- Trek to Dingboche
Optional Activities
- Tea stop in Pangboche
- Lunch in Shomare
Landmarks
Kangtega
Ama Dablam
Pangboche
Shomare
Dingboche
Lhotse
Island Peak
Day 7
Dingboche
Included Activities
- Dingboche - Acclimatisation Hike
- Acclimatisation day in Dingboche
Optional Activities
- Hike to Nagarjun Hill
- Hike to Chukkhung
- Explore Dingboche town
Landmarks
Nagarjun Hill
Chukkhung
Day 8
Dingboche to Lobuche
Included Activities
- Trek to Lobuche
Landmarks
Pheriche valley
Taweche
Cholatse
Lobuje Peak
Cho La
Khumbu Khola
Dughla
Khumbu Glacier
Pumori
Lingtren
Khumbutse
Changtse
Lobuche
Day 9
Lobuche to Gorak Shep and Everest Base Camp
Meals
Dinner (Early dinner)
Included Activities
- Gorak Shep - Kala Patthar Sunrise Trek
- Trek to Everest Base Camp
Landmarks
Lobuche
Khumbu Glacier
Changri Nup Glacier
Gorak Shep
Everest Base Camp
Everest Ice Fall
Western Cwm
Day 10
Gorak Shep to Kala Pattar to Pheriche
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at the highest altitude teahouse in the world)
Included Activities
- Trek to Kala Pattar for Everest views
- Descent to Pheriche
Landmarks
Gorak Shep
Kala Pattar
Pumori
Nuptse
Changtse
Ama Dablam
Taweche
Kantega
Mount Everest
Everest Base Camp
Lobuche
Thugla
Khumbu Khola
Cholatse
Pheriche
Day 11
Pheriche to Tengboche
Included Activities
- Trek to Tengboche
- Tengboche - Tengboche Monastery
- Visit Sherpa Heritage Foundation museum
Landmarks
Pheriche
Orsho
Shomare
Lower Pangboche
Imja Khola River
Tengboche Monastery
Sherpa Heritage Foundation museum
Day 12
Tengboche to Chumo
Included Activities
- Trek to Chumo
Landmarks
Tengboche
Dudh Kosi River
Trashinga
Shanasa
Namche Bazaar
Hillary Bridge
Jorsale
Chumo
Day 13
Chumo to Lukla
Included Activities
- Final trek to Lukla
Landmarks
Chumo
Benkar
Kusum Kangaru
Lukla
Day 14
Lukla to Kathmandu
Included Activities
- Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
Optional Activities
- Visit Kathmandu markets for shopping
- Day trip to Patan
- Visit temples and monasteries in Patan
Landmarks
Bagmati River
Patan
Day 15
Kathmandu

Landmarks
Swayambhunath
Durbar Square

Landmarks
Lukla
Dudh Kosi River

Landmarks
Kusum Kanguru
Thamserku
Benkar
Monjo
Jorsale
Hillary Bridge
Mount Everest
Lhotse
Nuptse
Taweche

Landmarks
Tenzing Norgay Memorial
Sagarmatha National Park Museum
Sagarmatha Next

Landmarks
Phortse Gaon
Sanasa
Dudh Koshi

Landmarks
Kangtega
Ama Dablam
Pangboche
Shomare
Dingboche
Lhotse
Island Peak

Landmarks
Nagarjun Hill
Chukkhung

Landmarks
Pheriche valley
Taweche
Cholatse
Lobuje Peak
Cho La
Khumbu Khola
Dughla
Khumbu Glacier
Pumori
Lingtren
Khumbutse
Changtse
Lobuche

Landmarks
Lobuche
Khumbu Glacier
Changri Nup Glacier
Gorak Shep
Everest Base Camp
Everest Ice Fall
Western Cwm

Landmarks
Gorak Shep
Kala Pattar
Pumori
Nuptse
Changtse
Ama Dablam
Taweche
Kantega
Mount Everest
Everest Base Camp
Lobuche
Thugla
Khumbu Khola
Cholatse
Pheriche

Landmarks
Pheriche
Orsho
Shomare
Lower Pangboche
Imja Khola River
Tengboche Monastery
Sherpa Heritage Foundation museum

Landmarks
Tengboche
Dudh Kosi River
Trashinga
Shanasa
Namche Bazaar
Hillary Bridge
Jorsale
Chumo

Landmarks
Chumo
Benkar
Kusum Kangaru
Lukla

Landmarks
Bagmati River
Patan

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Anonymous
May 11th, 2025
5
Phurba is a very great trek guide having lots of information, fun and knowledge about nature.
Traveled in January 2025
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
We are thrilled to hear that you had such a great time with Phurba! This trip is definitely an epic adventure made better by our leaders and we are so glad that you had a great trek.
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pino
October 30th, 2023
3
Yes unfortunately due to altitude sickness at 4500 I had to come back down
Traveled in October 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
We are sorry to hear of your illness, Pino which impacted your trip. We hope you are recovering well now and if there is anything more we can do to support, please do not hesitate to reach out to us on customercare@intrepidtravel.com. Wishing you all the very best, Intrepid Travel
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Conalene D
September 18th, 2019
4.5
The guides were amazing and helpful and made the trip the most fun I’ve had
Traveled in December 2018
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Charlie P
September 18th, 2019
4.7
Dakman, Nima, Dowa, and Susa were fantastic guides. They have great sense of humour, were patience with all the team...
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Charley B
September 18th, 2019
4
Absolutely fantastic trip. Very well organized. Once in a lifetime experience.
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Alison P
September 18th, 2019
4.7
I loved this trek. The group leader - Dakman Thapa - created a safe and supportive atmosphere which allowed us to go...
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Adam H
September 18th, 2019
5
Brilliant experience, guides were exceptional and helped us make it to Base Camp
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Alex R
September 18th, 2019
4
I had a really great time on this trek and it was a great experience. I felt that we were all cared for well and...
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Xiya L
September 18th, 2019
4
helpful guide and assistant guides, trip was well organised, felt safe.
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Kieran M
September 18th, 2019
4.3
Well run trip, the guides were friendly, experienced and very professional.
Traveled in December 2018

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Scott
Asked on December 1st, 2025
for this trip, how long do we spend at kala patthar please, as thats the most important part of the trip, where we get the best views of mount everest? how long are we there for please before descending back down after? the more hours the better (!).
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2025
  On day 03, for the optional trek from Gorak Shep to Kala Pattar, your trekking time will be approximately 3 hours or 4 km, with an elevation gain and loss of 440 m.
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Simon
Asked on April 8th, 2025
I am interested in the EBC trek. Could you please provide me on the details for the same.
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2025
  Thank you for your interest in joining Everest Base Camp Trek. We are excited to start the planning phase with you and are happy to answer any questions.
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Anne
Asked on March 13th, 2025
Can you provide details on the Pre-Accommodation for the Everest Base Camp trek?
Accommodation
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  Pre Accommodation is at Hotel Marshyangdi, Kathmandu.
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Brett
Asked on January 23rd, 2025
What support is available in case of emergencies during the trek?
Travel Support
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  In case of emergencies, contact the local service provider detailed in your Essential Trip Information.
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Syl
Asked on January 16th, 2025
What are the visa requirements for the Everest Base Camp Trek?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  Please ensure you have the appropriate visas required for your trip.
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Paul
Asked on December 23rd, 2024
I am 60 years old with a lot of mountaineering experience, but with a lot of worry that I won't be able to make this trek with my son. How many miles per day is this trek? How will I be able to tell if I am in good enough shape to do this? I will commit to the workouts! But I am uncertain if that will be enough. Also, I wonder if you would recommend another trek that might be as beautiful but without Everest. I really want to spend time seeing beautiful things - and Everest is great - but perhaps other treks are better - if not as famous.
Age Range
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024
  The trek you are considering to Everest Base Camp is a physically demanding 14-day journey, with trekking times ranging from 3 to 9 hours per day. On average, you will walk 6 to 12 miles each day, with significant altitude gain (up to 3,000 ft on some days). The trek involves steep ascents and descents through challenging terrain, especially as you near Base Camp. If you are concerned about Everest, you could consider the Annapurna Circuit. Both offer stunning Himalayan views and diverse landscapes without the extreme altitude challenges of EBC. These treks are considered slightly easier and still very rewarding.
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Jennifer
Asked on November 12th, 2024
Is it possible to book a private trip for the Everest Base Camp Trek?
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024
  A private trip can be arranged. Note that no changes to the itinerary are allowed and a minimum of 4 passengers is required.
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Diana
Asked on September 25th, 2024
Can I store valuables safely during the trek?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written September 2024
  Many hotels have safety deposit boxes where valuables can be stored securely.
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  Changes to your booking can be made without any fees if notified at least 56 days before scheduled departure.
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Asked on June 22nd, 2024
Is there a guide available for the Everest Base Camp Trek?
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  Guides are available, and you can also opt for a private guide at an extra cost.

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