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Everest Base Camp Trek from India

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Everest Base Camp Trek from India

For fit, well-prepared trekkers who want to reach Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar on foot, with a realistic pace and two dedicated acclimatization days.

Land package from

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per person, land package including teahouse stays, meals on trek and guide (flights to Lukla extra unless stated)

EX-India — Intl. flights not included

Tour Highlights

Everest Base Camp

Stand at the base of the world's highest mountain

Kala Patthar Sunrise

The trek's best close-up viewpoint of Everest's summit

Tengboche Monastery

The Khumbu region's most significant monastery

Namche Bazaar

The Sherpa trading hub and gateway to the high Khumbu

Lukla Flight

One of the world's most scenic mountain-airstrip flights

Two Acclimatization Days

Built into the route for a safer, steadier climb

Why Choose Shigeta Travels

Destination Specialists

Years of handling tailor-made holidays for Indian travellers

24/7 On-Tour Support

Airport representative and coordinator available round the clock

Pre-vetted Hotels

Properties hand-checked for cleanliness and location

Trek Difficulty & Altitude Information

Trek Grade

Strenuous (high-altitude trek, not technical climbing)

Maximum Altitude

5,545m at Kala Patthar; 5,364m at Everest Base Camp

Typical Daily Walking

Approximately 5-7 hours on most trekking days

Acclimatization Days

2 built-in rest days (Namche Bazaar and Dingboche)

Best Season

Early March to May (spring) and late September to November (autumn)

Fitness Requirement

Good baseline cardiovascular fitness; prior hiking experience recommended

Accommodation En Route

Teahouse (basic mountain lodges) with shared facilities at higher altitudes

Group Size

Typically small groups with one licensed trek guide

This is a serious high-altitude trek. Altitude sickness can affect any trekker regardless of fitness level, and correct acclimatization, hydration and pace are essential. Please consult a doctor before booking, especially if you have any heart, lung or blood pressure condition. We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance that covers high-altitude trekking and helicopter evacuation. This itinerary is indicative; exact daily distances, timings and the route may be adjusted by your trek leader based on weather, trail conditions and how the group is acclimatizing. For detailed medical and safety guidance specific to your health profile, please consult a travel medicine specialist and your trek operator's certified guide before departure.

Itinerary
AIRPORT PICK-UP by PRIVATE VEHICLE
PROCEED FOR DAY 1 — ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU & TREK PREPARATION
1. AIRPORT PICK-UP AND HOTEL CHECK-IN
2. TREK BRIEFING AND GEAR CHECK
3. LAST-MINUTE GEAR SHOPPING IN THAMEL, IF NEEDED
TRANSFER TO HOTEL & CHECK-IN
O/N AT KATHMANDU (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Please carry any personal medication with a valid prescription, and inform your trek leader of any pre-existing medical conditions.
DOMESTIC FLIGHT + TREKKING ON FOOT WITH GUIDE
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL B ✗
PROCEED FOR DAY 2 — FLY TO LUKLA, TREK TO PHAKDING
1. FLIGHT KATHMANDU TO LUKLA (APPROX. 30-35 MIN)
2. TREK LUKLA TO PHAKDING (APPROX. 3-4 HOURS, MOSTLY DOWNHILL) L ✓
TRANSFER TO HOTEL & CHECK-IN
O/N AT PHAKDING (2,610M) — TEAHOUSE (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Lukla flights are frequently delayed or rescheduled due to mountain weather; please keep a buffer day in your travel plans.
TREKKING ON FOOT WITH GUIDE
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL B ✗
PROCEED FOR DAY 3 — TREK TO NAMCHE BAZAAR
1. SAGARMATHA NATIONAL PARK ENTRY CHECKPOINT
2. TREK PHAKDING TO NAMCHE BAZAAR (APPROX. 5-6 HOURS) L ✓
TRANSFER TO HOTEL & CHECK-IN
O/N AT NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440M) — TEAHOUSE (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
This is a steady, sustained climb; a slow and steady pace is encouraged to help with acclimatization.
TREKKING ON FOOT WITH GUIDE (SHORT ACCLIMATIZATION WALK)
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL B ✗
PROCEED FOR DAY 4 — ACCLIMATIZATION DAY IN NAMCHE BAZAAR
1. SHORT ACCLIMATIZATION WALK (E.G. EVEREST VIEW HOTEL OR KHUMJUNG, APPROX. 3-4 HOURS)
2. REST AND HYDRATION L ✓
TRANSFER TO HOTEL & CHECK-IN
O/N AT NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440M) — TEAHOUSE (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Acclimatization days are a safety measure, not a rest from all activity; your guide will monitor how you are adjusting to the altitude.
TREKKING ON FOOT WITH GUIDE
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL B ✗
PROCEED FOR DAY 5 — TREK TO TENGBOCHE
1. TREK NAMCHE BAZAAR TO TENGBOCHE (APPROX. 5-6 HOURS)
2. TENGBOCHE MONASTERY (VISIT, SUBJECT TO TIMING) L ✓
TRANSFER TO HOTEL & CHECK-IN
O/N AT TENGBOCHE (3,860M) — TEAHOUSE (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
The trail descends before climbing again to Tengboche; expect a mix of downhill and uphill sections.
TREKKING ON FOOT WITH GUIDE
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL B ✗
PROCEED FOR DAY 6 — TREK TO DINGBOCHE
1. TREK TENGBOCHE TO DINGBOCHE (APPROX. 5-6 HOURS) L ✓
TRANSFER TO HOTEL & CHECK-IN
O/N AT DINGBOCHE (4,410M) — TEAHOUSE (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Above 4,000m, trekking pace naturally slows; please tell your guide immediately if you notice symptoms of altitude sickness (headache, nausea, dizziness).
TREKKING ON FOOT WITH GUIDE (SHORT ACCLIMATIZATION WALK)
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL B ✗
PROCEED FOR DAY 7 — ACCLIMATIZATION DAY IN DINGBOCHE
1. SHORT ACCLIMATIZATION WALK (E.G. NAGARJUN HILL VIEWPOINT, APPROX. 3-4 HOURS)
2. REST AND HYDRATION L ✓
TRANSFER TO HOTEL & CHECK-IN
O/N AT DINGBOCHE (4,410M) — TEAHOUSE (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Two dedicated acclimatization days are built into this itinerary; please do not skip them even if you feel well.
TREKKING ON FOOT WITH GUIDE
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL B ✗
PROCEED FOR DAY 8 — TREK TO LOBUCHE
1. TREK DINGBOCHE TO LOBUCHE (APPROX. 5-6 HOURS)
2. CHUKPI LHARA MEMORIAL SITE L ✓
TRANSFER TO HOTEL & CHECK-IN
O/N AT LOBUCHE (4,940M) — TEAHOUSE (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
The terrain becomes rockier and more exposed from this point; sturdy trekking boots and trekking poles are strongly recommended.
TREKKING ON FOOT WITH GUIDE
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 9 — TREK TO GORAK SHEP & EVEREST BASE CAMP
1. TREK LOBUCHE TO GORAK SHEP (APPROX. 2-3 HOURS)
2. TREK GORAK SHEP TO EVEREST BASE CAMP AND BACK (APPROX. 6-7 HOURS ROUND TRIP) L ✓
TRANSFER TO HOTEL & CHECK-IN
O/N AT GORAK SHEP (5,170M) — TEAHOUSE (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
This is a long, high-altitude day (7-8 hours of walking in total). There is no view of Everest's summit from Base Camp itself, as it is blocked by the Khumbu Icefall and surrounding peaks.
TREKKING ON FOOT WITH GUIDE
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 10 — KALA PATTHAR SUNRISE & DESCEND TO PHERICHE
1. PRE-DAWN CLIMB TO KALA PATTHAR (5,545M, APPROX. 2-3 HOURS UP)
2. DESCEND TO PHERICHE (APPROX. 6-7 HOURS IN TOTAL FOR THE DAY) L ✓
TRANSFER TO HOTEL & CHECK-IN
O/N AT PHERICHE (4,240M) — TEAHOUSE (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Kala Patthar is optional and can be skipped if you are not feeling well; your guide will help you make this call safely.
TREKKING ON FOOT WITH GUIDE
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 11 — DESCEND TO NAMCHE BAZAAR
1. TREK PHERICHE TO NAMCHE BAZAAR (APPROX. 6-7 HOURS) L ✓
TRANSFER TO HOTEL & CHECK-IN
O/N AT NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440M) — TEAHOUSE (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
The descent is easier on the lungs but hard on the knees; trekking poles help considerably here.
TREKKING ON FOOT WITH GUIDE
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 12 — DESCEND TO LUKLA
1. TREK NAMCHE BAZAAR TO LUKLA (APPROX. 6-7 HOURS) L ✓
TRANSFER TO HOTEL & CHECK-IN
O/N AT LUKLA (2,860M) — TEAHOUSE (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
A celebratory dinner with your trek crew is a common way to mark the end of the trekking days.
DOMESTIC FLIGHT + AIRPORT TRANSFER by PRIVATE VEHICLE
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 13 — FLY TO KATHMANDU & DEPARTURE
1. FLIGHT LUKLA TO KATHMANDU (APPROX. 30-35 MIN)
2. FREE TIME / TRANSFER FOR ONWARD DEPARTURE
DEPARTURE TRANSFER / CHECK-OUT
Lukla flights are weather-dependent and can be delayed by a day or more; we strongly recommend keeping at least one buffer day in Kathmandu before any international connection.

Curated Accommodations

Choose your comfort level. The first room category is quoted at each hotel.

Nights Location Hotel – 3 Star Hotel – 4 Star Hotel – 5 Star
1 Kathmandu (before trek) Standard hotel or similar Deluxe hotel or similar Premium hotel or similar
11 Teahouses en route (Phakding to Lukla) Standard teahouse lodging Standard teahouse lodging Standard teahouse lodging

The above hotels or similar will be confirmed based on room availability at the time of booking.

Package Rates & Occupancy

Transportation & Logistics

Private A/C Vehicle

Air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour with the service of an English-speaking guide.

Airport Meet & Assist

Airport representative on arrival and departure, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Travel Tips for Indian Travellers

Do's
  • Carry your original valid passport, or original Voter ID card
  • Children should carry a valid passport, or original birth certificate with school photo ID
  • Carry warm clothing if travelling in the winter months
  • Check with your mobile provider about roaming charges and rates in Nepal, or plan to pick up a local SIM
Don'ts
  • Do not carry plants or agricultural produce out of Nepal — this is not permitted
  • Do not assume cards work everywhere; carry some cash for remote areas and small vendors
  • Do not fly drones without permission — drone use is restricted in Nepal
  • Do not photograph inside temple sanctums where photography is restricted

Tour Includes

  • Kathmandu hotel on arrival night before the trek (or similar), room only
  • Teahouse accommodation throughout the trek (twin sharing, basic facilities)
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) while on the trek
  • Licensed trek guide throughout; porter service can be arranged on request
  • Sagarmatha National Park entry permit and local area permit (TIMS/rural municipality permit)
  • Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu domestic flights

Tour Excludes

  • An additional Kathmandu buffer night after the trek, in case of Lukla flight delays (not included by default; we recommend adding one)
  • International airfare to and from Kathmandu
  • Nepal entry formalities and any applicable fees
  • Travel and high-altitude trekking insurance, including helicopter evacuation cover (strongly recommended)
  • Personal trekking gear (boots, jacket, sleeping bag, etc.)
  • Hot showers, Wi-Fi, battery charging and hot water at teahouses (usually chargeable locally at higher altitudes)
  • Tips for guide and porter
  • Any cost arising from flight delays, cancellations or itinerary changes due to weather
  • Emergency evacuation costs, if required
  • Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions

Booking & Cancellation Policy

Pricing

Everest Base Camp trek pricing depends on group size, season, and the level of support (porters, extra acclimatization days, private vs. shared teahouse rooms). Share your preferred dates and group size and we will send you a current, accurate quotation — we do not publish estimated figures here to avoid quoting an outdated rate.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellation window before travel date Charge
45 – 30 days 35% of total cost
29 – 20 days 60% of total cost
19 – 8 days 80% of total cost
7 – 0 days / no-show 100% of total cost (no refund)

No refund, in part or in full, will be made for any unused portion of the services included in the package.

Important Notes
  • Hotel confirmations are subject to availability; if a named hotel is unavailable, an alternative of the same category will be arranged
  • Any cost arising from natural events such as landslides, road blockages or political disturbances (strikes) is payable locally by the traveller
  • Any increase in fuel price or taxes affecting land transport costs, coming into effect before departure, may be charged additionally
  • GST and travel insurance are not included in the package cost

Frequently Asked Questions

It is graded strenuous. You do not need technical climbing skills, but you do need good baseline fitness, as most days involve 5 to 7 hours of walking at altitude, some of it steep.

Kala Patthar, the trek's highest point, is at 5,545m. Everest Base Camp itself sits at 5,364m.

Two dedicated acclimatization days are built into this itinerary, at Namche Bazaar and Dingboche. These are a safety measure and should not be skipped.

Early March to May (spring) and late September to November (autumn) generally offer the most stable weather and clearest mountain views.

Yes. Altitude sickness can affect any trekker regardless of fitness level. Please consult a doctor before booking, follow your guide's pace, stay well hydrated, and report any symptoms immediately.

Yes, and it should specifically cover high-altitude trekking and helicopter evacuation. This is not included in the package and we strongly recommend arranging it before departure.

Lukla flights are frequently affected by mountain weather. We recommend building at least one buffer day into your schedule, especially before any international flight connection.

No. Everest's summit is not visible from Base Camp itself, as it is blocked by the Khumbu Icefall and surrounding peaks. Kala Patthar offers the best close-up summit view on this route.
Tour Details
Total Pax

10 Pax

Tour Date

02-Oct

Tour Duration

05 Nights - 06 Days

Tour Price Person

2,30,000/-

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