Everest Base Camp Trek

Our package includes a licensed guide, Kathmandu–Lukla flights, national park and local permits, teahouse accommodation and the itinerary's meals and transfers. See the full inclusions and exclusions.

The classic trek takes about 12–14 days from Kathmandu, including two acclimatisation days. Shorter options use a helicopter for the return.

It depends on the days, group size and inclusions. See live prices on our 14-day package and the full EBC cost guide.

Everest Base Camp on the Nepal side is about 5,364 m. The Kala Patthar viewpoint above Gorak Shep, climbed for the best Everest views, is about 5,644 m.

Most treks start with a short flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2,860 m), then walk to Phakding on the first day. In some busy seasons flights operate from Ramechhap (Manthali) instead, which is a long drive from Kathmandu.

Yes, if they are fit, train beforehand and choose an itinerary with proper acclimatisation. Read can a beginner do Everest Base Camp?

October and November offer the clearest views; March to May is the second-best season and is when Everest expeditions are at base camp.

Rules on independent trekking can change and vary by region, so check before you go. A licensed guide makes logistics, permits, lodges and safety at altitude much easier, and is included in our package.

Yes, with proper acclimatisation, an experienced guide and good insurance. The main risks are altitude sickness and weather-related flight delays. Read our difficulty guide for details.

Only partly — Everest's summit is mostly hidden from base camp itself. The best close-up views are from Kala Patthar, which our itinerary climbs at sunrise.

Yes. Our Everest helicopter day tour lands at Kala Patthar and returns to Kathmandu the same morning.

Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kangtega, Pumori, Cho Oyu (from some viewpoints) and many more Himalayan peaks.