Everest Base Camp Comfort Trek

Altitude above sea level: 1,302 m / 4,269 ft.

Driving Time: Approx. 30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

Accommodation: Hotel Ambassador or similar

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu,, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative, who will be holding a “Nepal Sanctuary Treks” sign outside the terminal to greet you.

You will be transferred to your hotel in a private vehicle. After checking in and freshening up, our representative will meet you to give a detailed briefing on the upcoming itinerary, along with important safety guidelines and hygiene practices to ensure a smooth and enjoyable trek.

Altitude above sea level: (493 m / 1,617 ft) Mulkot
Tour Duration: Approx. 4 hrs
Driving Duration: Approx. 3 hrs. (KTM – Mulkot)
Accommodation: Hotel

9:00 AM: Your day begins with a guided cultural tour around the Kathmandu Valley. During this immersive journey, you’ll explore the rich traditions, vibrant sounds, and authentic flavors of Kathmandu and its surroundings. Our knowledgeable tour guides will provide fascinating insights and answer any questions you may have about the places you visit.

Kathmandu Durbar Square

A short drive brings you to Kathmandu Durbar Square, also known as Hanuman Dhoka Durbar. Once the royal residence and administrative hub of ancient Nepal, this UNESCO World Heritage Site features an impressive collection of palaces, temples, courtyards, and shrines, most of which date from the 15th to 18th centuries.

Key highlights here include Kumari Ghar, the home of the Living Goddess, and Kasthamandap, a large wooden structure believed to have been built from the timber of a single tree — also the origin of the name “Kathmandu.” You’ll also encounter Kal Bhairab, Hanuman, and numerous intricate carvings, statues, and sacred temples dedicated to various deities.

Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)

Next, you’ll visit Swayambhunath, a sacred site revered by both Hindus and Buddhists. The impressive white dome topped with a golden spire is visible from across the valley. This temple exemplifies Nepal’s spiritual harmony and architectural grandeur.

Upon arriving at the top, you’ll be surrounded by fluttering prayer flags and the soft chanting of “Om Mani Padme Hum.” The air is scented with incense, and large prayer wheels encircle the stupa, continuously spun by devoted worshippers. The serene atmosphere offers a deeply spiritual experience for every visitor.

Afternoon: In the latter part of the day, you’ll drive to Mulkot, a peaceful settlement approximately 37 km (about a 1-hour drive) from Manthali Airport.

Altitude above sea level: Lukla (2,840 m / 9,318 ft), Phakding (2,610 m / 8,563 ft)
Driving Duration: Approx. 1 hr (Mulkot – Ramechhap)
Flight Duration: Approx. 25 minutes
Hiking Duration: Approx. 4–5 hrs
Accommodation: Yeti Mountain Home
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After an early breakfast, you’ll be transferred by road to Ramechhap Airport for a scenic mountain flight to Lukla, a high-altitude airstrip nestled in the Himalayas. As Nepal’s busiest domestic airport, Lukla is the main gateway for trekkers heading toward Mt. Everest, and the flight itself is part of the adventure.

On the flight, enjoy breathtaking views of some of the world’s highest peaks — including Cho Oyu (8,153 m / 26,750 ft), Lhotse (8,516 m / 27,940 ft), Gauri Shankar (7,145 m / 23,441 ft), and Menlungtse (7,181 m / 23,560 ft).

Upon landing in Lukla, your trek begins. The trail follows the ridgeline along the milky Dudh Koshi River, named for its glacier-fed, milky-white appearance. As you walk, you’ll pass charming Sherpa villages, vibrant tea houses, colorful prayer wheels, Mani stone walls, and iconic suspension bridges.

You’ll pass through peaceful settlements like Chaurikharka and Ghat before arriving in Phakding, a riverside village nestled beside the Dudh Koshi River, where you’ll spend the night.

Altitude above sea level: Namche (3,445 m / 11,302 ft)
Hiking Duration: Approx. 6–7 hrs
Accommodation: Yeti Mountain Home
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After a hearty breakfast, your trek resumes with several crossings over the roaring Dudh Koshi River, named for its milky-white hue created by glacial melt. The trail meanders through dense pine forests and open landscapes, revealing terraced fields and a variety of local crops along the way.

As you progress, you’ll likely pass caravans of donkeys and yaks transporting supplies and trekking gear — a traditional and timeless sight on Himalayan trails. The route takes you through the charming villages of Benkar, Monjo, and Jorsale, before the path climbs steeply — gaining almost 2,000 ft — to reach Namche Bazaar.

Namche, the largest town in the Khumbu region, is nestled in a natural amphitheater surrounded by soaring peaks. The town opens only to the south, where the Dudh Koshi carves its way through the landscape. A lively and essential trading hub, Namche offers everything from food and basic goods to high-altitude trekking and mountaineering gear. Historically, it served as the meeting point for lowland Hindu merchants and Tibetan yak caravans, making it a vibrant cultural and commercial crossroads in the Everest region.

Altitude above sea level: 3,962 m / 12,999 ft (Hotel Everest View)
Hiking Duration: Approx. 2–3 hrs
Accommodation: Yeti Mountain Home
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Namche is a perfect spot for acclimatization, with many scenic and cultural highlights nearby. There’s plenty to see and do in and around the town.

This morning, take a gentle hike up the hillside to Hotel Everest View, a world-renowned destination tucked away on a ridge with sweeping views of the Everest range. The trail is peaceful and scenic, with the chance to spot grazing yaks or even a Himalayan Tahr — a wild mountain goat known for navigating steep cliffs effortlessly.

Once at Hotel Everest View, take time to enjoy the stunning panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. The hotel itself is a unique architectural gem that blends seamlessly into its breathtaking environment.

On your way back to Namche, you may also visit the Sherpa Culture Museum, which offers valuable insights into the lives, traditions, and history of the Sherpa people.

Return to Namche via a downhill path, and enjoy a relaxed afternoon. You can unwind at your lodge or explore the vibrant Namche Bazaar, known for its colorful shops and lively atmosphere.

Altitude above sea level: 3,450 m / 11,319 ft (Tashinga)
Hiking Duration: Approx. 5 hrs
Accommodation: Everest Summit Lodge
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After a hearty breakfast, you’ll depart Namche, following a scenic trail that contours along the hillside high above the Imja Khola. Along the way, take in spectacular views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse, as well as the strikingly elegant Ama Dablam, often considered one of the most beautiful mountains in the world.

The trail offers a peaceful and rewarding walk, gradually leading you to Tashinga, a serene village with panoramic valley views. Upon arrival, settle into the Everest Summit Lodge and take time to relax and soak in the stunning surroundings.

Altitude above sea level: 3,985 m / 13,074 ft (Pangboche)
Hiking Duration: Approx. 5–6 hrs
Accommodation: Everest Summit Lodge
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today’s trek begins with a descent to the small village of Phunki Tenga, located along the banks of the Dudh Koshi River. After crossing a suspension bridge, you’ll begin a steep ascent through a dense forest of rhododendron and pine trees. As you emerge from the forest, the trail levels out, offering a more gradual climb all the way to Tengboche Monastery.

This iconic monastery is the largest and most well-known in the Everest region. It hosts the Mani Rimdu festival each autumn, celebrated with colorful ceremonies, traditional music, sacred dances, and dramatic reenactments of Buddhist legends. Visitors are welcome to observe or take part in the festivities.

From Tengboche, enjoy breathtaking views of towering peaks such as Tawache, Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. After spending time at the monastery, your journey continues onward to the charming village of Pangboche, where you’ll settle in for the evening.

Altitude above sea level: 4,350 m / 14,271 ft (Dingboche)
Hiking Duration: Approx. 4–5 hrs
Accommodation: Tea House Lodge
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After an early breakfast, you’ll begin your trek, leaving Pangboche behind. The trail leads you toward Shomare (4,120 m / 13,517 ft), where you’ll stop for lunch. Along the way, keep an eye out for Himalayan wildlife, such as musk deer, mountain goats, and a variety of high-altitude birds.

Throughout the day, you’ll enjoy stunning views of Ama Dablam, Nuptse, and the iconic Mount Everest rising proudly in the distance.

After lunch, the trail continues along a beautiful glacial valley, passing intricately carved Mani stones—prayer rocks that reflect the region’s deep Buddhist heritage. As you approach Dingboche, you’ll be greeted by a serene Buddhist stupa, marking your arrival at the village.

Dingboche lies at the foot of the majestic Ama Dablam, surrounded by a dramatic amphitheater of peaks, many of which are hidden from view until you reach this elevation. It offers a peaceful and awe-inspiring setting for your overnight stay.

Altitude above sea level: Nangkartshang ((5,080 m/ 16,666 ft.),  Chukung village (4,730 m / 15,518 ft.) Samso Chopo Ridge (5,140 m / 16,863 ft.)

Hiking duration: Optional 3 hrs. Hike to Nangkartshang (View Point), Chukung village approx. 5–6 hrs,  Samso Chopo Ridge 6 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Tea House Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Today is an acclimatization day in Dingboche, with optional hikes to higher elevations. You may hike to Nangkartshang, a ridge above Dingboche offering panoramic views of Ama Dablam, Lobuche East/West, Kangtega, Thamserku, and more.

Alternatively, trek to Chukung, a small village on the way to Island Peak, with views of Makalu and the surrounding Himalayas. For a more challenging option, hike to Samso Chopo Ridge. Though steep, the trail rewards you with stunning 360° views of the Mahalangur Himal range — one of the most scenic routes on the trek.

Altitude above sea level: 4,931 m / 16,181 ft (Lobuche)
Hiking Duration: Approx. 5 hrs
Accommodation: Tea House Lodge
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After an early breakfast, you begin a gradual uphill trek along a plateau dotted with yak herder shelters. The trail offers stunning views of Everest, Cholatse, Lobuche, and Pumori against a dramatic mountain backdrop.

After about two and a half hours, you’ll reach Thukla, located below the terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier, the highest glacier in the world. From here, the trail climbs up the glacier’s terminal moraine, passing the Climbers’ and Sherpas’ Memorial Park, dedicated to those who lost their lives on Everest, with some memorials bearing inscriptions and others simple rock piles.

Leaving the treeline behind, you enter glacial moraine terrain and catch your first glimpse of Kala Patthar. The trail then descends gently to the west, leading you into the Lobuche Valley.

Altitude above sea level:  Everest Base Camp (5,360 m / 17,588 ft.)

Hiking duration: 7-8 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Tea House Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Today is the highlight of your trek as you reach Everest Base Camp (EBC). After breakfast, prepare for the hike across rocky terrain alongside the Khumbu Glacier. Leaving Lobuche, the trail to Gorak Shep winds through rugged moraine and offers extraordinary views.

Following a light lunch at Gorak Shep (5,288 m / 17,349 ft.), continue trekking to Everest Base Camp. The trail leads across rocky ground to the colorful prayer flags marking this iconic spot. Celebrations and cheers often fill the air as you arrive, surrounded by towering snow-capped peaks. At base camp, take in breathtaking views of the nearby Khumbu Icefall, one of the most famous and challenging sections of the Everest climb. After soaking in the atmosphere, descend back to Gorak Shep for your overnight stay.

Altitude above sea level: 5,545 m / 18,192 ft (Kala Patthar)

Hiking duration: 7-8 hrs. Approx

Accommodation: Tea House Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Early in the morning, you’ll begin the challenging hike to Kala Patthar, a prominent black rock hill near Gorak Shep. The name means “black rock,” and while the climb is tough, the panoramic views from the summit make it one of the trek’s most rewarding highlights.

From Kala Patthar, enjoy breathtaking vistas of Mount Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori, and other majestic peaks. The sunrise and sunset views here are particularly spectacular. After soaking in the scenery, you’ll descend back to Gorak Shep for breakfast, then continue trekking down to Lobuche.

Altitude above sea level: 3,875 m / 12,713 ft (Pangboche)
Hiking Duration: Approx. 6 hrs
Accommodation: Everest Summit Lodge
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After an early breakfast, you leave Lobuche behind and trek toward Pangboche. The trail passes through the Khumbu Khola valley, leading into Pheriche. From there, the route descends gently down to Pangboche.

Altitude above sea level: 3,445 m / 11,302 ft (Namche Bazaar)
Hiking Duration: Approx. 6–7 hrs
Accommodation: Yeti Mountain Home
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, you begin your hike to Namche Bazaar. The trail ascends through rhododendron forests to Tengboche, then descends to the river at Phunki Tenga, where you cross a bridge. From there, the path steadily climbs up to Namche. Upon arrival, rest and prepare for tomorrow’s trek to Lukla.

Altitude above sea level: 2,840 m / 9,317 ft (Lukla)
Hiking Duration: Approx. 7–8 hrs
Accommodation: Yeti Mountain Home
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, begin your descent along the trail to Monjo, continuing down into the Dudh Koshi Valley through the villages of Phakding, Ghat, and Cheplung. Upon reaching Chaurikharka, you’ll climb the final hill to arrive at Lukla.

Altitude above sea level: 1,302 m / 4,271 ft (Kathmandu)
Flight Duration: Approx. 25 minutes
Driving Duration: Approx. 4 hrs (Ramechhap – Kathmandu)
Accommodation: Hotel Ambassador or similar
Meal: Breakfast

After an early breakfast, you’ll take a flight from Lukla to Ramechhap Airport. Upon arrival, you will drive back to Kathmandu.

Accommodation: Hotel Ambassador or similar

Meal: Breakfast

It’s also a spare day in case of bad weather in Lukla if we could not fly on the scheduled date and time.  You can spend your leisure time shopping for souvenirs for your beloved ones or simply relax after an exhausting but momentous adventure.

Meal: Breakfast

It is time to fly back home, keeping all the incredible experiences of Nepal in mind. The representative from Nepal Sanctuary Treks will transfer you to TIA airport, where you should check in 3 hours prior to your scheduled flight.