A guided Everest Base Camp trek with a Nepal-based operator usually costs about US$1,300 to US$2,200 per person for 12 to 14 days, including Lukla flights, permits, a guide, a porter, teahouses and meals. International operators often charge US$2,500 to US$5,000 or more.
Our 14-day Everest Base Camp Trek currently starts from US$1,485 per person (regular price US$1,800) on a group departure, or US$2,150 for a private trek. Budget another US$400 to US$750 for your visa, insurance, tips and trail extras, plus your international flights.
Everest Base Camp trek package prices 2026
14-Day EBC Trek (Group)
- Join a small group on fixed dates
- Licensed guide, porter (1 per 2 trekkers)
- Lukla flights, permits, teahouses, 3 meals a day
- 2 nights in a Kathmandu boutique hotel
Private 14-Day EBC Trek
- Your own dates and your own group
- Private guide and porter team
- Same inclusions as the group trek
- Flexible pace and itinerary changes
Prices are per person, in US dollars, at the time of writing. Seasonal offers change, so the live price on the trek page and in the departures list below is always the current one.
Optional add-ons
| Add-on | Price | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| Single room upgrade | +$300 | Private room for 11 nights (9 on the trek, except Lobuche and Gorak Shep, plus 2 in Kathmandu) |
| Helicopter Kathmandu → Lukla | +$450 | Skip the plane, one way, per person |
| Helicopter Lukla → Kathmandu | +$450 | Fly back by helicopter, one way, per person |
| Buffer night in Kathmandu | +$60 | Extra 3-star hotel night for possible Lukla flight delays |
| EBC Helicopter Day Tour | from $1,499 | See Everest from the air in one morning |
Everest Base Camp total trip cost calculator
Choose your options to estimate your total cost per person in Nepal. International flights are not included because they depend on where you fly from.
What the Everest Base Camp trek price includes
- Round-trip Lukla flights and airport taxes (from Kathmandu or Ramechhap)
- Private transfers, including the Kathmandu–Ramechhap drive in busy seasons
- All local trekking permits and fees
- 2 nights in a 3-star Kathmandu boutique hotel with breakfast
- 11 nights in teahouses, attached bathrooms in lower villages
- 3 meals a day on the trek, fruit after dinner, safe drinking water
- Licensed, first-aid trained guide, plus an assistant guide for larger groups
- Porter (1 per 2 trekkers)
- Twice-daily oxygen checks, medical kit and emergency oxygen
- Free use of a sleeping bag and down jacket, a duffel bag to keep
- Farewell dinner with a cultural show, and a completion certificate
- International flights
- Nepal visa
- Travel insurance with helicopter rescue (required)
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Hot showers, charging and Wi-Fi on the trail
- Drinks, snacks and personal expenses
- Tips for your guide and porter
- Extra hotel nights or helicopters if flights are delayed
- Personal gear, and drone permits
See every item in our full inclusions and exclusions list.
Where does your money go? A typical cost breakdown
This is roughly what a 12 to 14-day guided trek costs to run, per person. It shows why a very cheap package usually means something has been cut.
| Cost item | Typical cost per person | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Lukla flights (return) | ~$360–440 | The biggest single cost. Prices are set by the airlines. See our Kathmandu to Lukla flight guide for fares, baggage and the Ramechhap rule. |
| Trekking permits | ~$45–60 | Sagarmatha National Park and Khumbu municipality fees. |
| Licensed guide | ~$400–600 | Daily fee plus food, lodging and insurance for the guide, shared across the group. |
| Porter | ~$200–300 | One porter usually carries for two trekkers. |
| Teahouses and meals | ~$450–700 | Prices rise with altitude, since everything is carried up. |
| Kathmandu hotel and transfers | ~$100–200 | Airport pickups, hotel nights, the Ramechhap drive. |
| Safety, gear and support | varies | Oximeters, oxygen, sleeping bags, 24/7 office support. |
When a price is far below these costs, savings usually come from underpaid porters, overloaded bags, an unlicensed guide, cheaper lodges or fewer acclimatisation days. Ask exactly what’s included, how many rest days there are and how porters are treated.
Costs not included: what to budget
| Item | Typical cost | Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Nepal tourist visa | ~$30–50 | About US$30 for 15 days or US$50 for 30 days on arrival. Check current fees before you travel. |
| Travel insurance | ~$100–300 | Must cover trekking to 6,000 m and helicopter evacuation. Varies by country and age. |
| Tips for guide and porter | ~$150–250 | A common guideline is 10–15% of your trek cost, given at the farewell dinner. |
| Showers, charging, Wi-Fi | ~$40–120 | A few dollars each, more expensive higher up. |
| Drinks and snacks | ~$50–120 | Hot drinks, chocolate and treats cost more at altitude. |
| Kathmandu meals | ~$40–100 | Lunches and dinners outside the welcome and farewell dinners. |
| Gear | $0–150 | Sleeping bag and down jacket are included. Rent or buy anything else in Thamel. |
| Typical total extras | ~$400–750 | Plus international flights. |
Teahouses work in cash, and ATMs in Namche can run out in busy season. Take Nepalese rupees from Kathmandu for your trail extras and tips.
12-day vs 14-day Everest Base Camp trek cost
A 12-day package usually means 12 days from Lukla and back, while a 14-day package like ours runs from Kathmandu to Kathmandu. With Nepal-based operators, 12-day packages typically cost around US$1,300 to US$1,900. The difference from a 14-day trek is often small, because the Lukla flights and permits cost the same.
| 12-day trek | 14-day trek (ours) | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical local price | ~$1,300–1,900 | from $1,485 |
| Days on the trail | 12 (Lukla to Lukla) | 12, plus Kathmandu arrival and departure days |
| Acclimatisation days | Usually 2 | 2 (Namche and Dingboche) |
| Kathmandu hotel nights | Often not included | 2 nights included |
| Best for | Travellers already in Kathmandu | Most trekkers flying into Nepal |
When comparing, check what’s included rather than the number of days. A cheaper 12-day trek without Kathmandu hotels, transfers or a porter can end up costing more. For how the days are used, see how long the hike to Everest Base Camp is.
Budget vs mid-range vs premium Everest treks
| Level | Typical price | What you usually get |
|---|---|---|
| Budget local operator | ~$1,000–1,300 | Basic lodges, shared bathrooms, sometimes no porter or hotel. Check guide licences and porter conditions. |
| Mid-range local operator | ~$1,300–2,200 | Licensed guide, porter, better lodges, Kathmandu hotel, transfers and safety equipment. Best value for most trekkers. |
| International / premium | ~$2,500–5,000+ | Western-run brands, premium lodges, extra support. Often uses local operators on the ground. |
Independent vs guided: is it cheaper to go alone?
Trekking without a package can cost around US$1,000 to US$1,300 for flights, permits, food and lodging, but you then organise everything yourself. Nepal has required licensed guides in most national parks since 2023, and rules in the Everest region can change, so check before you go. Once you add a guide and porter, independent trekking usually costs about the same as a good package, without the Kathmandu hotel, transfers, gear and back-up support.
Not sure you’re ready? Read Can a beginner do the Everest Base Camp trek? and How difficult is it to hike to Everest Base Camp?
How to save money on the Everest Base Camp trek (safely)
Book seasonal offers
Look out for seasonal discounts on group departures.
Join a group
Group departures cost less than a private trek, because guide costs are shared.
Don’t buy everything
The sleeping bag and down jacket are included, and other gear can be rented in Thamel.
Purify your own water
Tablets or a filter save money and plastic compared with bottled water.
Bring a power bank
Charge in the lower villages, where it is cheaper.
Never cut safety
Keep the acclimatisation days, proper insurance and a licensed guide.
Upcoming departures and live prices
These dates and prices come straight from our booking calendar.
Everest Base Camp departures and prices
Prices per person, live from our booking calendar
4 departures
November 2026 4 departures
- 14 Days EBC Trek (Group) 12 left$ 1,485 per person
- Private 14 Days EBC Trek$ 2,150 per person
- 14 Days EBC Trek (Group) 12 left$ 1,485 per person
- Private 14 Days EBC Trek$ 2,150 per person
- 14 Days EBC Trek (Group) 12 left$ 1,485 per person
- Private 14 Days EBC Trek$ 2,150 per person
- 14 Days EBC Trek (Group) 12 left$ 1,485 per person
- Private 14 Days EBC Trek$ 2,150 per person
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Everest Base Camp trek cost: FAQs
How much does the Everest Base Camp trek cost in 2026?
With a Nepal-based operator, a guided 12 to 14-day trek usually costs about US$1,300 to US$2,200 per person. Our 14-day group trek currently starts from US$1,485, and a private trek from US$2,150.
What is the price of a 12-day Everest Base Camp trek package?
Most 12-day packages from Nepal-based operators cost around US$1,300 to US$1,900 per person. Check whether Kathmandu hotels, transfers, a porter and safety equipment are included before comparing prices.
How much money should I bring for the Everest Base Camp trek?
Plan for about US$400 to US$750 on top of your package for your visa, insurance, tips, showers, charging, Wi-Fi, drinks and snacks. Bring Nepalese rupees in cash for the trail.
How much does the Lukla flight cost?
A return Lukla flight usually costs about US$360 to US$440 per person for foreign travellers. It is included in our package, along with the Kathmandu–Ramechhap transfer in busy seasons.
How much should I tip my guide and porter?
A common guideline is about 10–15% of your trek cost, usually US$150 to US$250 per trekker in total, shared between your guide and porter at the end of the trek.
Is it cheaper to trek to Everest Base Camp without a guide?
Independent trekking can cost around US$1,000 to US$1,300, but you organise everything yourself. Licensed guides are required in most of Nepal’s national parks, and once you add a guide and porter the cost is similar to a good package.
Is the Everest helicopter tour cheaper than trekking?
Our Everest Base Camp Helicopter Day Tour starts from US$1,499, similar to the trek price, but takes one morning instead of two weeks. It suits people with little time or who cannot trek.
Are there any hidden costs?
No. Our price breakdown shows what is included and what you pay on the trail. The main costs outside the package are your visa, insurance, tips and personal extras.
Lock In Your Everest Base Camp Price
14 days from US$1,485 per person, with Lukla flights, permits, licensed Sherpa guides, porters, teahouses and meals included.
Package prices are in US dollars per person at the time of writing and may change with seasonal offers. Market ranges, flight prices and extra costs are typical estimates and vary by season, operator and exchange rates. Visa fees and permit rules are set by Nepal’s authorities, so check them before you travel.
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