Overview

  • Duration: 14 Days
  • Diffculty: Strenuous 
  • Best Time: March - June, Sept - Dec
  • Max. Altitude: 5550 m

14 Days Everest Base Camp Hike in Nepal

This 14 Days Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most famous treks in Nepal. It is one of the short hiking to the base camp of Mt Everest in Khumbu. As the name suggests, the hike culminates at the base camp of the highest mountain in the world. Hence, we ensure plenty of interaction with the beauty of the Sagarmatha National Park. Apart from Mt. Everest, there are many other mountains, like Lhotse (8516m), Cho Oyu (801m), and Ama Dablam (6856m). The beautiful culture and heritage of the Sherpas add more charge to this hike.

Hiking Itinerary to the Bse Camp

Like any other trip to Nepal, the 14 days Everest base camp hiking begins with your arrival in Kathmandu. After preparing for the trek, you will take a scenic flight to Lukla. Next, you will start the walk across the Dudh Koshi River. Then, the trail continues north and passes Chheplung village on the way to Phakding. Further, the trail enters the Sagarmatha National Park and goes past Jorsalle. You can enjoy the Sherpa culture, hotels, restaurants, and ATMs here. After spending a day in the village, you will cross Sanasa and follow the Imja River to Tengboche. It offers a surreal view of Mt. Ama Dablam (6812m). You can visit the Tengboche Monastery and get blessings from the monks. 

The EBC route map stretches across the eastern Khumbu region and passes Dingboche. Next, the trip heads to Thukla village and crosses the Thukla Pass (4830m). Finally, the trail hugs the Khumbu Glacier and reaches Lobuche. Further, you will continue your hike to Gorak Shep on your way to the base camp. The views of Khumbu Glacier and Icefall, a magnificent vista. The next morning we hike to Kala Patthar. This vantage point is known to offer mesmerizing sights of the Himalayas like Mt. Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516m), Cho Oyu (8201m), and Nuptse (7861m). We retrace following the Imja River and resume at Namche Bazaar. Then, you make another descent to Lukla village. Finally, you will take a flight back to Kathmandu, bringing the trip to a close.

Responsible and Safe adventure to EBC

Hike to Everest Base Camp in a shorter duration could be challenging. It is due to the high elevation hike and trek difficulty level. So, we motivate only those in good physical shape to join on 14 Days EBC hike. Likewise, it can be a great idea to have prior trekking experience. Also, the spring and autumn are the best time for the trek. We ensure an Oxygen cylinder with a first aid kit as a safety. A reliable and medically trained guide leads your adventure trip. Your safety is on top of the agenda on all adventure trips to the Himalayas.

Join Short EBC Trek in 2023 and 2024

Two weeks hike to EBC itinerary starts from arrival to departure ex KTM. This is the shortest walking adventure to Base camp with proper safety. We have fixed departure dates to join the group in 2023 and 2024. Spring and Autumn are the best time to join the adventure hike to Base Camp. 
Besides this shortest trip to Everest base camp, we also offer other trips. Most trekkers join the 16 days regular Everest Base Camp Trek. Challenging Chola pass links EBC with Gokyo lakes in our Everest Circuit Trek. If you wish to extend your adventure to climbing, then Island Peak Climbing.

 

Trip in Nutshell

  • The Shortest walking holidays to Base Camp with proper safety.
  • 14 days / 2 weeks trip from arrival to departure ex Ktm
  • Best suits to experienced trekkers
  • Best price with excellent success rate reaching the EBC
  • Stunning Himalayan vistas with Sherpa culture
  • Full board meals on the trek
  • Confirmed group joining departure dates
  • Trek gear sleeping bag and down jacket for use on the trek

Trip map

14 Days Everest Base Camp Trek map

Itinerary

When you land, you will be greeted by one of our airport representatives. He will help you get transferred to your Hotel. 

  • Trek briefing and gear checking 
  • AccommodationHotel
  • MealsWelcome Dinner
  • Altitude1340 m

Early morning drive to Ramechhap airport to catch the Lukla flight. It avoids the considerable air traffic in Kathmandu airport. Once landed at Lukla we hike for around 3 hours to Phakding at 2650 meters.

  • Around 4 hour's drive to Ramechhap 
  • 20 might flight to Lukla
  • 3-hour hike to Phakding from Lukla along the Dudh Koshi River
  • AccommodationTea house
  • MealsBreakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Altitude2650 m

Today we hike a gradual and steady way to the famous Namche Bazaar. We pass several small settlements, like Tok-Tok, Benkar, Monjo, and Jorsale. The journey meanders along the Dudh Koshi River. We will be crossing a few suspension bridges to reach Namche Bazaar.

The route enters the Sagarmatha National Park. A steady up-and-downhill journey that passes through the alpine woodlands of the valley, the pathway is also embedded with views of mountain peaks like the Kusum Kangraru and the Everest decorating the skyline. Overnights stay at the tea house at Namche Bazaar.

  • Enter the Sagarmatha National Park- a UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site of Nepal
  • Enjoy the alpine flora and fauna. It is home to animals like the Danphe bird and the Musk Deer.
  • Enjoy your first views of Everest, Ama Dablam, and the Thamserku.
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsB, L, D
  • Altitude3440 m

This day is reserved for acclimatization. You will spend the day at Namche Bazaar, exploring and visiting its many beautiful attractions. Namche hosts the Sherpa Culture Museum and the Everest Photo Gallery. Also, you can choose to trek to the Syangboche airstrip, which is situated just above the town. From Syangboche, you can see the panorama of the sprawling Namche town below. Thamserku and the Kongde RI, Ama Dablam and Mount Everest all aorund.

You can also visit the Everest View Hotel, which boasts views of Everest. Overnights stay at a tea house at Namche en Route to the EBC trek.

  • Visit the Sherpa Culture Museum and the Everest Photo Gallery at Namche.
  • Day Hiking to Syanboche or Everest View hotel
  • AccommodationTea house
  • MealsB, L, D
  • Altitude3440 m

From Namche, you will beeline toward Thyangboche, another famous village in the region. Passing by ridge and suspension bridges over the Imja River, you will eventually reach Thyangboche. This is better known as the spiritual hub of Khumbu. Here, you can visit the village monastery, one of the largest monasteries in the region. You can also enjoy mesmerizing views of the Ama Dablam Peak from here. This is one of the colossal peaks en route to the EBC in Nepal. Moreover, the village is surrounded by rhododendron woods that are home to many Himalayan eagles, colorful Danphe birds, and many Himalayan fowls. Overnights stay at a tea house at Tengboche.

  • Visit the Thyangboche Monastery, the spiritual center of the region
  • Enjoy a trek through the rhododendron-laden terrain of the Imja River valley
  • AccommodationTea house
  • MealsB, L, D
  • Altitude3800 m

From Thyangboche, you will be walking under the shadow of the Himalayan Pine and juniper hamlets towards the summer valley of Dingboche. It is a beautiful village situated in the hilly folds of the Imja Valley. Dingboche is quite dramatic in its location, located at the foothill of the Tserko RI beside the Imja River. The trek is excellent, and the views of the Everest massif mountain peaks are always present just over the skyline, keeping you company. Overnights stay at a tea house at Dingboche.

  • Enjoy spectacular views of the Island Peak from the village
  • Enjoy the Sherpa culture that manifests in forms like Stupas, Mani stone walls, and Chortens along the journey.
  • Take in vast fields of barley and buckwheat farms near the village.
  • AccommodationTea house
  • MealsB, L, D
  • Altitude4360 m

This is another day reserved for acclimatization on your 14 days of EVC hike. Today, you can explore the village and enjoy its traditional ambiance, with its many Mani stones carved with prayers, Chortens, and Prayer wheels embedded within the Stupa walls. Of course, you could relax as well, or you could also have a hike up the vantage point of the Tserko RI to enjoy panoramic views of the Imja Valley and the Everest peaks. Overnights at Dingboche.

  • Enjoy the traditional culture of Dingboche’s rustic ambiance
  • Hike to the vantage point of Tserko RI, from where a panoramic view of the gaping open Imja valley is presented
  • Take in mesmerizing sights of the Everest mountain peaks like the Lhotse, Nuptse, and Am Dablam, among others.
  • AccommodationTea house
  • MealsB, L, D
  • Altitude4360 m

We follow the trail that winds alongside the Imja River towards Lobuche. It is a small settlement that towered over the Lobuche Peaks. This village has its name from its peak. As you progress, you can also notice the terrain changing from greener pastures to rocky soils and snowy barren grounds. 

  • Enjoy the colossal peaks of the Lobuche Range that tower over the village
  • Trek through changing terrains of Himalayan pastures that give way to snowy fields of rock boulders at a place called Chupki Lharka
  • Pay a visit to the Memorial Chorten, where homage is built to people who died during various Himalayan events.
  • AccommodationTea house
  • MealsB, L, D
  • Altitude4930 m

This is one of the most anticipated days of the trek. You will be trekking to the base camp of Mount Everest today. From Lobuche, you will walk past the sparsely populated settlement of Gorakshep. From there, the path finally leads toward the base camp. You will also pass by the Khumbu Glacier Moraine along the way. Upon reaching the base camp, you can take in the scenery and enjoy your time. You can see the Khumbu Icefall from the base. During peak expedition time, the base camp becomes a beautiful canvas of colorful tents set against the snowy fields. The base camp is where the Everest Expedition starts from. After spending some time at the base camp, you will return to Gorakshep. Overnights stay at Gorakshep, the last teahouse post before the base camp. 

  • Hike and stand at the base camp of Mount Everest
  • Take in the view of the dramatic Khumbu Icefall from the camp
  • Trek to/from snowy landscapes located at the base.
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsB, L, D
  • Altitude5290 m

The vantage point of Kalapatthar is known for its panoramic view of the entire Mount Everest massif. The trek to Kalapatthar is usually made early in the morning, before dawn. From the vantage point, the sunrise view amidst the Everest peaks is an ethereal phenomenon. The ridges tend to change color, going from silver to gold as the rising sun spreads its golden rays over the mountains. From Kalapatthar, you will make your way back to Pheriche, trekking along the same pathway as before. The journey downhill is more accessible than the EBC trek uphill. Overnights stay at Pheriche.

  • Take the panoramic view of Mount Everest massif from the vantage point of Kalapatthar.
  • Enjoy the heavenly sight of the sunrise amidst the Everest peaks
  • Trek down the terrain towards trans-Himalayan woodlands once again from the snowy fields
  • AccommodationTea house
  • MealsB, L, D
  • Altitude4370 m

From Pheriche, you will follow the pathway back down the valley, hiking along the hillside back to Namche Bazaar. Crossing the Imja River again, you will reach Thyangboche. You can experience the diverse landscape that changes from snowy fields to greener terrains as pines and scented maples decorate the terrain. Passing by villagers working on farms, collecting firewood, or tending to the cattle, you will make your way back to Namche Bazaar, making way for mule and yak caravans on occasion on the route to the EBC trek.

  • You can enjoy the sight of gaping open valleys and the river flowing below as you trek on the ridge of the hills.
  • The trek back down is more straightforward, which gives you more time to enjoy the Himalayan pastures and the rustic environment of the Himalayan settlements of Khumbu.
  • Along the way, you can also visit the Thyangboche Monastery once again and offer your thanks for a successful trip by lighting a butter lamp and taking a blessing from the monks.  
  • AccommodationTea house
  • MealsB, L, D
  • Altitude3440 m

Today we retraced to Lukla from Namche. We descend with Dudh Koshi river valley, passing Manjo and Phakding. Overnights stay at Lukla, the last night on a trek with trek crew serving you.

  • You can have celebratory drinks at the teahouse in Lukla at the end of the trek.
  • You can thank your porters for their hard work by tipping them.
  • AccommodationTea house
  • MealsB, L, D
  • Altitude2850 m

We say goodbye to the mountains and trek crew for the last time and catch your flight back to the city. At Kathmandu, you can spend your time as you please, resting or shopping, as per your preference. Overnights stay at the Hotel in Kathmandu.

  • AccommodationHotel
  • MealsBreakfast
  • Altitude1340 m

Today is the last day of your Everest base camp hiking journey in Nepal. We will customize the airport transfer per your flight details.

  • MealsBreakfast

Everest Base Camp itinerary

Details itinerary of 2 weeks trip to Everest base camp in the Himalayas.

What's Included
  • Airport transfer as per the itinerary.
  • Two nights hotel in Kathmandu on Twin share with Breakfast.
  • Full board meals on the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Diner)
  • Teahouse accommodation with a private room on tour on twin share
  • Kathmandu (Ramechhap) Lukla Kathmandu flight with airport taxes
  • Trek guide and crew with required gear and insurance.
  • Oxygen Cylinder with the medical kit as a safety backup.
  • Free use of trek gear: quality sleeping bag, down jackets, and rain poncho as required.
  • Complimentary trek Duffle bag, T-shirt, Everest region trek map
  • VDC Trek permit and National Park entry fees.
What's Excluded
  • Nepal visa and your travel insurance of any kind
  • International airfare to and from Kathmandu
  • All meals and drinks in Kathmandu
  • Beverage Drinks on a trek
  • Tips to the trek crew
  • Any personal expenses like laundry, hot shower, internet, etc.

Dates & Availability

14 Days Everest Base Camp Hiking Date:

Are you looking for 2 Weeks adventure holiday to Everest base camp? Here are the 14 Days EBC trekking fixed departure dates for 2023 and 2024 to join the group. Check the cost and dates of 2 weeks of EBC trekking in Nepal. 

October Departure
     
Start DateStart DateOctober 01, 2023End DateEnd DateOctober 14, 2023StatusStatusAvailablePricePriceUS$1675
Start DateStart DateOctober 08, 2023End DateEnd DateOctober 21, 2023StatusStatusAvailablePricePriceUS$1675
Start DateStart DateOctober 15, 2023End DateEnd DateOctober 28, 2023StatusStatusAvailablePricePriceUS$1675
Start DateStart DateOctober 22, 2023End DateEnd DateNovember 04, 2023StatusStatusAvailablePricePriceUS$1675
Start DateStart DateOctober 29, 2023End DateEnd DateNovember 11, 2023StatusStatusAvailablePricePriceUS$1675
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All-Inclusive CostUS$1775

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Customer Reviews

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    Christoper 5.0United KingdomMay 10, 2014logo

    Fantastic Trek

    I trekked with Mountain Monarch to Everest Base Camp in April 2014. It was my first ever solo trip abroad. However, Mountain Monarch made it easy by providing airport transfers and hotel accommodations. The trek was fantastic, along with all the staff: from guides to porters, everyone in the group was helpful and friendly. 

It is definitely, one of the best experiences of my life, and I thoroughly recommend Mountain Monarch to anyone considering trekking in Nepal.

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    John 5.0AustraliaJanuary 17, 2014logo

    Safe and Successful Trek

    I traveled to Nepal by myself in December 2013; as it turned out, I was the only member on my trek! Pradip and his team promised me a safe and successful walk even without any other customers, precisely what they delivered! Krish, my guide, spoke excellent English and took care of me and all of my needs; Rahm, my porter, was also excellent company and a great asset both in the tea houses and while taking my bag to the next stop.

    After seeing other companies during the trek, I was grateful that I had chosen Mountain Monarch. The daily medical checks to ensure I was acclimatizing to the altitude, wake-up calls with tea (and then evening tea with cookies after settling into tea houses!), and the loan of specialist gear like thick down jackets and heavy-duty sleeping bags are some of the things that made the company stand out from the rest! All accommodation was basic but of a high standard for the region. Food was plentiful, varied, and tasty, and all tea houses had internal bathrooms, a significant plus when trekking in winter. We also changed the trekking route due to fitness and weather limitations (Which was also helped by trekking in the low season when tea houses were not filled). Krish and I talked each day all day for the entire trek, which was enjoyable, and I now consider him a great friend I am so lucky to have met.

    Cost-wise – I could not find a cheaper company to trek with that included everything Mountain Monarch did. Although, food on the walk, medicine (i.e., Diamox for altitude sickness), and airport transfers was included, unlike other providers I looked at.

    As far as trekking alone goes – I met other tour groups on the trek at the different tea houses, so I was never without company – And I consider those people I met to be some of the best adventurers with the most varied backgrounds I could ever hope to meet!

    Pradip, all my friends, want to know how the trek went, and I recommend your company should they choose to see Nepal. My Mum has seen the photos and is considering going as far as Pangboche! Will be in contact when we coordinate dates to come back! Thanks for being part of the most exciting and best holiday I have ever had!

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    Frieda And Ky 5.0Hong KongNovember 02, 2011logo

    Expert and professional arrangement

    Thanks to Netra and you for the expert and professional arrangement and care we have enjoyed a wonderful time in the EBC trekking.

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