Everest Base Camp Trek

Journey Through the Himalayas: With Elia Saikaly

Country

Nepal

Elevation

5,364 m

Total Duration

16 Days

Route

Classic

Country

Nepal

Elevation

5,364 m

Total Duration

16 Days

Route

Classic

Overview

2025 marks 20 years since I first set foot in Nepal—a journey that has taken me to Everest on 10 unforgettable expeditions and shaped my life in profound ways. This year, I’m inviting you to join me on an extraordinary trek to Everest Base Camp, where we’ll celebrate this milestone together in the shadow of the world’s highest peak.

Highlights of the Trek:

  • Discover the Historic City of Kathmandu
    Begin your adventure with a guided tour of Kathmandu’s iconic landmarks, including the Monkey Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and its vibrant streets steeped in history and culture.
  • Breathtaking Trails
    Trek through Sagarmatha National Park, traverse suspension bridges, and pass through charming Sherpa villages rich in culture and history.
  • Unparalleled Views
    Marvel at stunning panoramas of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and other iconic peaks.Summit Kala Patthar

  • Summit Kalapatthar Witness a breathtaking view of Everest at dawn from the summit, where the golden sunrise illuminates the world’s tallest peak in all Her grace.

  • Breathwork Sessions
    Led by Elia, experience Conscious Connected Breathwork with the breathtaking backdrop of the world’s tallest peaks. Awaken your mind, body, and soul amidst the serene grandeur of the Himalayas.
  • An Evening Under the Stars
    Spend a magical night at Everest Base Camp, surrounded by towering peaks and the awe-inspiring Khumbu Icefall.
  • Witness the Milky Way
    Optional Rise at 1 a.m. to watch the Milky Way from Everest basecamp ascend over Nuptse and the Khumbu Icefall—a celestial spectacle beyond words.

With expert guides, cozy tea house accommodations, and every detail meticulously planned, this trek offers you the chance to experience the magic of Nepal firsthand. Walk these legendary trails, discover the breathtaking beauty, and connect with the profound spirit of the Himalayas. Celebrate 20 years of adventure and fall in love with this incredible land, just as I have.

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrive into Kathmandu. You will be met by our staff at the airport and transfered to the hotel. Depending on your arrival time you can relax or sightsee around Kathmandu.
Day 2
KTM / Ramechhap
Drive to Ramechhap and overnight.
Day 3
Into the Himalayas
Ramechhap flight to to Lukla and to Monjo. Trekking Time: 4-5 hours
Day 4
Namche Bazaar
Uphill to Namche Bazaar which is the Sherpa ‘capital’ in the heart of the Khumbu region. Initially follow the valley to Monjo where you enter the National Park, then cross the river a few times and start a long unrelenting path uphill, with one spectacular bridge spanning a deep gorge. Leave the coniferous forest behind, and arrive at a huge natural amphitheatre with the houses spread around the sides. Trekking Time: 5-6 hours
Day 5
Acclimatization & Sightseeing
Travel Time: n/a This is an acclimtisation day which you can rest or enjoy the sights and sounds of Namche. You can also go for short walks to the Sherpa museum and other local places of interest.
Day 6
Deboche
Walk to Deboche which is near the famous Thyangboche Monastery. The path out of Namche is initially steep and then opens out into a high valley, passing through villages like Pangboche before negotiating two steep hills. After this it is a short walk to the beautiful rhododendron glade where you will find the lodge. Trekking Time: 5-6 hours
Day 7
Dingboche
A gradual gradient up to Dingboche. The path skirts the side of the valley with the river far below on your right and passing beneath the spectacular Ama Dablam. The village sits on the confluence of two valleys and is good farming land. Trekking Time: 5-6 hours
Day 8
Acclimatization & Sightseeing
This is another rest and acclimatisation day. In the neighbouring village of Pheriche you can visit the Himalayan Rescue Association to listen to the daily lecture on high altitude health, and get a check up from the medical staff or go on a local walk up the valley towards Island Peak or up one of the neighbouring ridges.
Day 9
Lobuche
Trek up the high valley to Lobuche which is alongside the huge Khumbu Glacier. You can now easily feel the effects of the thin air as the hike takes us up to the Thukla Hills where there are many stupas erected in memory of Sherpas and climbers who have died on expeditions. Trekking Time: 6-7 hours
Day 10
Lobuche - GorakShep
Hike on the glacial moraine to the final settlement of Gorak Shep, the last outpost of a small collection of huts just below a shoulder of Mount Pumori called Kala Patthar which is our destination the following morning as it’s a fine viewing point for Everest. We’ll have lunch at Gorak Shep and then walk on for roughly 1.5 – 2hrs and visit Everest base camp. We trek along the lateral moraine and finally over the Khumbu glacier itself to the base camp at the foot of the Khumbu Ice Fall. Trekking Time: 3-4 hours
Day 11
Kala Pattar and EBC
Summit Kalapathar at dawn and trek to Everest basecamp. Experience the magic of overnighting at Everest Base Camp, surrounded by towering peaks under a canopy of stars. Capture the celestial wonder with optional astrophotography for an unforgettable evening. Trekking + climbing time: 7-8 hours
Day 12-13
Descent
Everest basecamp, overnight in Pheriche and then again in Namche.
Day 14
Monjo or Lukla
Descent - Monjo or Lukla. There is fluidity here pending team health and ambition for getting out early.
Day 15
Trek and descent to Lukla
Descent to Lukla and overnight or possible flight to Ramechhap and drive to Kathmandu. Flight to Ramechhap in the morning and transfer to your hotel. Rest and sightseeing.
Day 16
Flight to Kathmandu / Sightseeing / Departure
We again have fluidity here pending team health and ambition with rapid descent. Possible extra day in Kathmandu pending weather. Additional sightseeing possibility.
Day 17
Return Home
Fly home to country of origin.
Day Flight plan B
Airport back up
Over recent years there has been a change, sometimes with little notice, regarding the airport you fly from to reach / return from Lukla. Traditionally, and still occasionally, you fly from Kathmandu airport, however there are now (mostly) regular seasonal changes that have moved the flight to depart / return from Manthali Airport, which is in a place called Ramechhap. If your flight does depart from Ramechhap we will let you know in advance, as far as possible, as this will impact your itinerary slightly, and there will be additional costs as the airport is a four hour drive from Kathmandu. We prefer to make this journey on your rest and briefing day (day 2 of the itinerary). Some make this journey at 2am on the day you fly up to Lukla, but this can lead to you being very tired and a very long day. We prefer to drive on the afternoon of day 2 of your itinerary, so that you can relax on the morning of day 2, then enjoy the drive in daylight through the beautiful countryside and communities that you pass en route. This means you will arrive at a decent time to have dinner and get a good nights sleep before you fly up the next morning and start trekking. If this applies to you then there are additional costs for 1) return road transport to / from Ramechhap and 2) accommodation. You will be accompanied and travel with your trek guide. You will of course save some money with one less night in your Kathmandu hotel. These costs are paid in country to our co-ordinator and they vary depending on the size of the group / vehicle required. As an estimate they can range from £70pp to £140pp for a return land journey and an overnight stay in a local hotel for you and your guide. We will book and manage all of this for you.

Inclusions

  • Airport transfers
  • Internal transport to the mountains and back.
  • Accommodation in lodges/tea houses (twin rooms with beds and mattresses)
  • Three meals per day during the trek
  • Sagamartha National Park Fees, VDC fees
  • Sherpa guides (English speaking, trained in first aid)
  • Porters (1 per member, carries 13kgs)
  • Staff food, insurance and equipment

Exclusions

  • International flight to Kathmandu
  • Meals and drinks in Kathmandu
  • Personal costs like additional drinks, laundry, hot showers, boiled water
  • Travel and medical insurance including helicopter evacuation
  • Visa
  • Tips ($125 USD)
  • Sightseeing Tours

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April 7, 2025
April 23, 2025

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