Everest Base Camp Trek Cost

Ramhari Neupane

Updated on January 16, 2025

Everest Base Camp Trek Overview:

Everest Base Camp Trekking is a worldwide renowned trekking destination located in Sagarmatha National Park of Nepal. The moderate-level difficulties trek leads the adventure for 12 to 15 days from Kathmandu to Kathmandu with the 123 km distance from Lukla- EBC- Lukla round trip. However, one of the incredibly well-known trekking trails offers breathtaking outlooks over numerous world’s highest peaks, Sherpa Peoples and their unique culture, stunning scenic landscape, the largest glaciers, river valley, Yak pasture, and many other elements that make your holiday memorable for the years.

Everest Base Camp Trekking takes us up to Kalapather (5545m) above the clouds, the giant and close-up viewpoint of Mt Everest (8848.86m) (The world's Highest Peak on the planet). Generally, it begins after the Kathmandu to Lukla flight However, we have to go to Manthali Airport in Ramechhap (which is131km away from Kathmandu and takes a 5/6 hours drive) District to take a flight to Lukla during the peak seasons of October to November and March to May.

Every single trekking enthusiast and backpacker aspires to get as far as the Everest Base Camp trekking and contemplate the snow-capped peaks in amazement. In the heartland of formidable Himalayas lies the world’s highest peak, Mt. Everest aka Sagarmatha in Nepali i.e., accompanied by other renowned summits of Mt. Lhotse (8,516m), Mt. Pumori (7,161m), Mt. Nuptse (7,855m) and many more around. The desire to achieve the fantasy that embraces the prepossessing 360o outlooks of these alluring snow-capped mountain peaks attracts thousands of visitors, trekkers, and mountaineers to the Khumbu region throughout the year.

Sagarmatha National Park is not only home to the highest peaks in the world, but it is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Sagarmatha National Park is rich in flora and fauna, including at least 118 species of birds, 26 species of butterflies, and several rare species of mammals. Birds include the Himalayan Monal, pheasant, red-billed jackdaw, and yellow-capped jackdaw. Mammals include musk deer, snow leopards, Himalayan black bears, and red pandas, as well as flora. More than 1,000 plant species have been documented in this national park, including fir, Himalayan birch, rhododendron, juniper, moss, and lichen. The Everest Base Camp trek is also a great destination for flora and fauna photographers and researchers

Our 14-day Everest Base Camp Trekking commences with a scenic splendid 35-minute flight to Lukla or 5/6 hours drive to Ramechhap and a 15-minute flight to Lukla. We advance on the declining trip along the bank of Dudh Koshi River and trek through the village of Phakding to Namche Bazaar i.e., also celebrated as the “Gateway to Mt. Everest”. Actually, from this point onward, there are many routes to reach the Everest Base Camp (5,364 m). These renowned routes are Gokyo Ri Trekking, Everest Base Camp Trek, and Three Pass Trek. These routes are equally audacious and carry significant importance. In our Short Everest Camp Trekking Itinerary, we trek to the village of Tengboche (3,870m) after Namche Bazar which showcases a spectacular monastery with a noteworthy outlook of Mt. Everest (8,848m), Mt. Ama Dablam (6,812m), and so forth.

Afterward, we trek to Dingboche where we’ll have a day for resting and acclimatization purposes. In addition, we can enjoy the beautiful mountain looks. Resume our trek to Lobuche; then advance to Gorak Shep (5,170m) the following day. From here, we trek towards the Everest Base Camp (5364m). The Everest Base Camp renders the alluring vistas that include the snowy peaks of Nuptse, Khumbuste, and Pumori. Eventually, the Next day early morning at dawn arrives at Kalapather (5545m), the world-famous viewpoint that bestows awe-inspiring panoramas adorned with snow-covered summits of Mt. Everest, Pumori, Lingtren, Khumbetse, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku parallel with many other mountaintops. Subsequently, trek back to Pheriche then Namche Bazaar, and conclude our escapade at Lukla.

Keeping the bewitching vistas aside, we also get to interact with native Sherpa communities and experience their lifestyle, culture i.e., traditions, and hospitality throughout the whole excursion. Buddhism-influenced prayer flags, Chortens, Mani walls, and Gompas render an essence of spirituality deep inside as you spend more time in this mesmerizing land of Sherpa, Yeti (snowman), various flora, and fauna. Please kindly contact us for the Everest base camp trek and enjoy your trip with local experts at a very reasonable cost.

Everest Base Camp Trek Highlights:

Explore above the cloud and a close-up Viewpoint of Mt. Everest at Kalapather (5545m) and Everest Base Camp (5364m) during the trip.
The distance between Lukla to EBC and EBC to Lukla is just 123 Km/77miles
Explore Nepal’s most popular trekking region.
Stay with Sherpa people and enjoy their culture and cuisine.
Visit the oldest monasteries, Yeti‘s home, National Park, and Everest Hotel for the first glance at Mt. Everest.
Visit Tengboche Monastery and Pangboche Monastery
Hike to Chhukung Valley from Dingboche or Nangkartshang Peak for better acclimatization.
Enjoy the Himalayas panorama from Lobuche, Gorakshep, EBC and Kalapather
Discover the rich Sherpa village and their rich culture and Warm Hospitality

Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m) and transfer to Hotel
Day02: Early Morning Flight to Lukla (2840m) and Trek to Phakding (2,610m): 2 /3 hours trek: 8.2 km/5.1 miles / Drive to Ramechhap from Kathmandu -131km and then fly to Lukla for 15 minute
Day03: Phakding to Namche Bazar (3,340m): 6/7 hours trek: 10.9 km/6.8 miles
Day 04: Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazar (3,340m): Day hike to Everest Views Hotel:5.4 km/3.4miles
Day 05: Treks to Tengboche(3,870m): 4/5 hours :9.6km/6 miles
Day 06: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360m): 5/6 hours: 10.5 km/6.5 miles
Day 07: Dingboche Rest Day: Day Explore around the rim:5.1 km/3.2 miles
Day 08: Dingboche to Lobuche (4,960m): 5/6 hours trek:7.9 km/4.9 miles
Day 09: Lobuche to Gorak shep(5,170m), Visit Everest Base Camp (5,364m):6/7 hours trek:11.7km/7.3 miles
Day 10: Gorak Shap to Kalapatther (5,545m) hike and Pheriche (4,288m): 6/7 hours trek:15.2km/9.4miles
Day 11: Pheriche to Namche Bazar(3,340m): 6/7 hours trek:19.5km/12.1 miles
Day 12: Namche Bazar to Lukla (2,840):6/7 hours trek:19.1 km/11.9 miles
Day 13: Lukla to Kathmandu/ Lukla to Ramechhap and Drive to Kathmandu
Day 14: Final Departure

Everest Base Camp Trek Cost for 2024-2025

The cost of the Everest Base Camp Trek varies from USD 900 to USD 3000 per person, depending on the selected package. There are numerous options available, ranging from budget-friendly to luxury experiences, allowing you to choose according to your travel preferences. Our 14-day package includes a full range of services from arrival to departure, covering accommodation, permits, necessary formalities, a guide, a porter, and domestic flights. Group travelers can benefit from discounted rates compared to those traveling alone. Below is the cost breakdown for the Everest Base Camp Trek based on group size: