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Everest Base Camp trekking route and Kala Patthar viewpoint in the Khumbu region of Nepal
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Everest Base Camp Trek via Kala Patthar (18 Days)

Duration18 Days
DifficultyChallenging (provisional)
Maximum altitude5,545 m
Best seasonMar–May; Sep–Nov (source: Apr–May, Sep–Nov)
Package price $1,850.00

Tour Overview

Everest Region · Nepal · High-altitude trekking

Everest Base Camp & Kala Patthar Trek

Walk through Sherpa villages, the heart of Sagarmatha National Park and dramatic mountain valleys to the Everest Base Camp area, with a dawn viewpoint hike to Kala Patthar.

This classic trekking route begins with a flight to Lukla and follows the Dudh Koshi valley through Phakding and Namche Bazaar. As the trail rises towards Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche and Gorak Shep, travellers experience local teahouse hospitality, Buddhist cultural sites and expansive Himalayan views. The highlight is the visit to Everest Base Camp, followed by the celebrated Kala Patthar viewpoint before descending to Lukla.

Full itinerary18 days14 trekking-route days, Day 2–15
Price quotedUSD 1,850Originally quoted for 16 days; reconfirm
Highest viewpoint5,545 mKala Patthar (approx.)
Recommended seasonSpring & autumnMar–May · Sep–Nov

Journey highlights

Sherpa communities

Explore Namche Bazaar, Khumjung and Khunde, with opportunities to learn about local cultures, villages and landmarks.

Tengboche Monastery

Visit one of the Khumbu's prominent Buddhist monastery sites, subject to local access and visiting hours.

Everest Base Camp

Reach the trekking destination near the Khumbu Icefall at about 5,364 m; weather and trail conditions determine access.

Kala Patthar panorama

Ascend to approximately 5,545 m for the celebrated panorama of Everest and its neighbouring peaks in clear conditions.

The route at a glance

Days Travel stage
1 Kathmandu arrival and welcome programme
2–5 Lukla, Phakding, Monjo, Namche Bazaar and acclimatization
6–9 Tengboche, Dingboche and Lobuche, with acclimatization time
10–11 Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar and descent to Pheriche
12–15 Tengboche, Namche, Phakding and Lukla
16–18 Return flight, Kathmandu sightseeing and departure

Accommodation, meals and support

The supplied package lists three nights in a deluxe Kathmandu hotel with breakfast on a twin-sharing basis and local teahouses or guesthouses during the trek. Trekking-route days include breakfast, lunch and dinner. Scheduled domestic flights for the Lukla route, trekking guide/Sherpa support, porter support, transport, permits and entrance fees are listed as included, subject to their exact booking terms.

Refer to the separate Travel Itinerary and Inclusions & Exclusions panels for the detailed daily programme and pricing conditions.

Duration and price verification required: The supplied heading advertises 16 days / 12 trekking days, but the detailed itinerary includes 18 days with 14 trekking-route days. The USD 1,850 quote was provided with the 16-day heading, so the 18-day price has not been confirmed. This draft should not be published or booked before reconciliation.
High-altitude and logistics: The itinerary ascends above 5,000 m. Ensure appropriate acclimatization, medical advice and professional guide evaluation. Lukla flights can be affected by weather and airport routing. Welcome/farewell dinners conflict with the general Kathmandu dinner exclusion and should be clarified.

Trip Specifications

Starting Point Kathmandu, Nepal
Ending Point Kathmandu, Nepal
Meals Package Kathmandu B; trekking days 2–15 B/L/D; special dinners require confirmation
Transportation Domestic Lukla-route flights and airport transfers; trekking on foot
Accommodation 3 Kathmandu deluxe hotel nights; teahouse accommodation during the trek

Travel Itinerary

18 Days
1
Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to the scheduled deluxe hotel (Hotel Shangri-La or similar, as supplied). Attend a welcome dinner at a Nepali cultural restaurant. The itinerary and general Kathmandu meal exclusions conflict; the operator must confirm whether this dinner is part of the price.
Meals D (welcome dinner; confirm)
Accommodation Deluxe Kathmandu hotel, twin sharing
Driving Airport transfer
Important Notes
One of three Kathmandu hotel nights. Welcome dinner stated in Day 1, but general exclusions say Kathmandu lunch/dinner are excluded.
2
After breakfast, transfer for the scheduled flight to Lukla (approximately 30 minutes in the supplied program). Begin the trek through the Dudh Koshi valley to Phakding, passing local villages and suspension bridges. The departure airport and flight schedule must be reconfirmed.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Teahouse / guesthouse in Phakding
Altitude Phakding: approx. 2,610 m; Lukla: approx. 2,860 m
Walking Approximately 4 hours
Driving Airport transfer and domestic flight
Important Notes
Source elevations: Lukla 2,800 m and Phakding 2,700 m. Common reference values differ; use approximate values.
3
Follow the Dudh Koshi River upstream along a scenic forest and riverside trail to Monjo, a village near the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Teahouse / guesthouse in Monjo
Altitude Monjo: approx. 2,835 m
Walking Approximately 3 hours
Important Notes
Source 2,900 m was approximate; published location altitudes can vary.
4
Continue through the national park area, cross suspension bridges and climb towards Namche Bazaar, the trading hub of the Khumbu. On a clear day, enjoy the first distant views of Everest and surrounding peaks.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Teahouse / guesthouse in Namche Bazaar
Altitude Namche Bazaar: 3,440 m
Walking Approximately 4 hours
5
Spend an acclimatization day in Namche with an uphill walk towards Everest View Hotel. Weather permitting, look towards Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Thamserku. Explore Khumjung and Khunde, including the monastery, Hillary School and local hospital where visiting is permitted. Return to Namche for the night.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Teahouse / guesthouse in Namche Bazaar
Altitude Namche overnight: 3,440 m; Everest View Hotel: approx. 3,880 m
Important Notes
Acclimatization day with hiking rather than full rest.
6
Trek through the Khumbu landscape to Tengboche and visit Tengboche Monastery if open. Enjoy mountain views from the monastery area.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Teahouse / guesthouse in Tengboche
Altitude Tengboche: approx. 3,860 m
Walking Approximately 5 hours
Important Notes
Tengboche standardized spelling; source calls elevation 3,880 m.
7
Continue through Pangboche and the upper Imja valley to Dingboche, surrounded by dramatic high-altitude scenery.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Teahouse / guesthouse in Dingboche
Altitude Dingboche: approx. 4,410 m
Walking Approximately 6 hours
8
Take a second acclimatization day in Dingboche. Enjoy a gradual walk towards the Chukhung Valley as conditions and individual acclimatization allow, then return to Dingboche for the night.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Teahouse / guesthouse in Dingboche
Altitude Dingboche overnight: approx. 4,410 m
Important Notes
Do not promise an exact acclimatization hike endpoint; guide adjusts to conditions.
9
Climb gradually through the high Khumbu landscape toward Lobuche, with broad mountain scenery along the route. Maintain an easy pace while gaining altitude.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Teahouse / guesthouse in Lobuche
Altitude Lobuche: approx. 4,910 m
Walking Approximately 5 hours
Important Notes
Source altitude 4,900 m; reference values vary slightly.
10
Walk beside the Khumbu Glacier moraine to Gorak Shep. After a break, continue to Everest Base Camp (approximately 5,364 m), explore the permitted visitor area and return to Gorak Shep for the night. Everest summit views are better from Kala Patthar than from base camp.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Teahouse / guesthouse in Gorak Shep
Altitude Gorak Shep: approx. 5,164 m; Everest Base Camp: 5,364 m
Walking Source: approximately 3 hours to Gorak Shep and 4 hours for EBC return
Important Notes
Source says Gorak Shep 5,100 m and EBC 5,364 m. Trail conditions affect times.
11
Start early for the demanding ascent to Kala Patthar (approximately 5,545 m), with expansive views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse and Pumori when skies are clear. Descend to Gorak Shep for breakfast, then continue down to Pheriche.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Teahouse / guesthouse in Pheriche
Altitude Kala Patthar: approx. 5,545 m; Pheriche: approx. 4,240 m
Walking Source: 3–4 hours Kala Patthar walk + approximately 3 hours to Pheriche
Important Notes
Source lists Kala Patthar 5,555 m while summary says 5,416 m. Nepal Tourism Board lists Kala Patthar 5,545 m. Total walking times may be longer.
12
Follow the descending trails of the Khumbu valley through mountain villages and forest sections, returning to the Tengboche area.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Teahouse / guesthouse in Tengboche
Altitude Tengboche: approx. 3,860 m
Walking Approximately 4 hours
13
Return towards Namche Bazaar via the main trekking trail, descending and climbing through the forested slopes of the Khumbu.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Teahouse / guesthouse in Namche Bazaar
Altitude Namche Bazaar: 3,440 m
Walking Approximately 5 hours
Important Notes
The supplied Day 13 says trek ends, but trekking continues to Lukla on Days 14 and 15.
14
Walk down towards Phakding through villages, suspension bridges and forest paths beside the Dudh Koshi River.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Teahouse / guesthouse in Phakding
Altitude Phakding: approx. 2,610 m
Walking Approximately 4–5 hours
15
Complete the final walking section of the trek to Lukla. Enjoy a last overnight stay in the Everest region before your scheduled return flight.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Teahouse / guesthouse in Lukla
Altitude Lukla: approx. 2,860 m
Walking Approximately 3 hours
Important Notes
This is the last trekking day.
16
Take a scheduled morning flight from Lukla back to Kathmandu or the operating arrival airport according to airline arrangements; transfer onward to your deluxe Kathmandu hotel. The rest of the day is free.
Meals B
Accommodation Deluxe Kathmandu hotel, twin sharing
Altitude Kathmandu: approx. 1,400 m
Driving Domestic flight and onward hotel transfer
Important Notes
Kathmandu flight route can change seasonally or with flight operations/weather.
17
After breakfast, visit Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath as described in the supplied program. Spend free time shopping or relaxing. A farewell dinner is mentioned, but its inclusion conflicts with the blanket Kathmandu lunch/dinner exclusion and must be confirmed.
Meals B; farewell dinner mentioned (inclusion unconfirmed)
Accommodation Deluxe Kathmandu hotel, twin sharing
Altitude Kathmandu: approx. 1,400 m
Driving Sightseeing transfers (whether included in tour price must be confirmed)
Important Notes
Sightseeing itinerary supplied; general transport inclusion states all transport, but confirm Kathmandu monument admission fees and whether farewell dinner is included.
18
Enjoy breakfast before the scheduled transfer to Kathmandu airport for departure, concluding the supplied program.
Meals B
Accommodation No overnight stay
Altitude Kathmandu: approx. 1,400 m
Driving Departure airport transfer
Important Notes
Final day of source itinerary. Source headline says 16 days but the actual itinerary has 18 numbered days.

What's Included & Excluded

Services Included
  • 3 nights in a deluxe Kathmandu hotel (twin sharing) with breakfast
  • Teahouse / guesthouse accommodation during the Everest Base Camp trek
  • Airport arrival and final departure transfers; transportation as listed in program
  • Scheduled round-trip domestic flights for the Lukla trekking route (operating airport to reconfirm)
  • Trekking guide and accompanying Sherpa support as supplied
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner while trekking (Days 2–15)
  • Required porter service for trekking luggage (individual baggage allowance not specified)
  • Necessary trekking permits as described by the operator
  • Entrance fees listed as included (exact sites and fee coverage to confirm)
Services Excluded
  • Kathmandu lunches and dinners, except any special welcome/farewell meals if specifically reconfirmed
  • Tips, beverages and bottled/mineral water
  • Medical expenses and medical or travel insurance
  • Additional hotel nights or related costs if flights are cancelled in Kathmandu or Lukla
Package price $1,850.00

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