Nepal is one of the most popular trekking destinations in the world. Trekkers find the routes of Nepal exotic, adventurous, and thrilling. Among various regions, the Everest region is popular for hosting mount Everest and its electrifying trekking routes.
7 days Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the popular trekking destinations of the Everest region. Every year trekkers from all around the world visit Nepal to trek this route.
Everest Base Camp Trek is an alternative option for travelers looking forward to viewing the magnificent Mount Everest. Climbing Mount Everest is on the list of many, but only a few can complete their dream.
So, this budget-friendly trek is made to fulfill the dream of people wishing to see the great mountain. This trek takes you on an exciting journey to the foot of the world’s highest mountain.
Mount Everest lies in the Solukhumbu district of province no.1 in the Sagarmatha Zone. It has two base camps south base camp in Nepal and while North base camp in China.
You will be trekking towards the south base camp on this trip. The south base camp is situated in the Himalayas on the eastern side of Nepal. The trek routes pass through Sagarmatha National Park. So, you will need permits to enter this region.
Sagarmatha National Park is home to various unique species of wildlife and vegetation. Some endangered wildlife is Red Panda, Monal, Danphe, Musk deer, Langur Monkeys, and many more.
During your trek, you will pass through beautiful forests filled with different plants and flowers. Such as birch, juniper, rhododendron, bamboo, etc. Also, many snowy peaks are seen along the trails. Such as Mt. Makalu, Nuptse, Dorje Himal, Mt. Cho Oyu, Mount Everest, and various other peaks.
You will also visit many famous towns and ancient monasteries on this trek. The highest point in EBC trek is Kala Patthar, from where the sunrise and sunset view looks mesmerizing.
Khumbu region is home to different communities. Such as Rai, Magar, Gurung, etc. But the majority of people found in this region are from the Sherpa community.
These people follow the Buddhist religion. While their culture and tradition are influenced by Tibetans. The hospitality provided by these people is hot and heart-melting. You get to have some amazing experiences in this 7 days Everest Base Camp Trek.
Great Adventure has brought you a 7 days Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary. This is a short and scenic trek in the beautiful Khumbu region. It displays the lifestyle and culture of the Himalayan people.
Don’t miss out on this exciting journey to the foot of Mount Everest. This is an amazing journey that gives you many memorable moments.
Highlights of 7 days Everest Base Camp Trek
- Thrilling flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Visit many beautiful towns in the Everest region
- View various magnificent peak
- Walkthrough colorful forest paths
- Visit ancient monasteries
- Explore the beautiful Khumbu region
- Experience the Himalayan lifestyle
7 day Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary
Day 1: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, then trek to Phakding
Flight Duration( to Lukla): 35 to 40 min
Trek Duration( Phakding): 3 to 4 hours
Flight Distance:
Trek Distance: 7.5 km
Maximum altitude( Lukla): 2800 m above sea level
Maximum altitude( Phakding): 2652 m above sea level
Today is the first day of your 7 day Everest Base Camp Trek. The respective representative and guide will pick you up from your hotel in Kathmandu. From there, you will be dropped off at the Tribhuvan airport.
Reaching the airport, you will board your flight to Lukla. It is about a half an hour flight from there. Soaring through the sky, you will see many scenic views out your window.
You will be flying over the Khumbu region, home to diverse communities. You can see beautiful mountain peaks and lush green valleys as you look out. Viewing them, you reach Lukla airport.
Lukla airport is also known as Tenzing-Hillary Airport. This airport is one of the most thrilling airports in the world. It is famous for having a narrow runway with a cliff on both sides. You get a chill down your spine as you look out during the plane’s landing.
From Lukla, you begin your trekking journey towards Phakding. As you head out of the town, you arrive at the police checkpoint. From there, you walk downhill through a beautiful rhododendron forest. As you progress, the trails get wide, and you reach Dudh Koshi.
Then following the river, you walk on the side of it for the rest of the day. Along the way, you will pass through many small villages with shops, lodges, etc. Walking for about a few hours, you arrive at your destination.
Phakding is a beautiful town and one of the main stopping points for trekkers. You will see various lodges in this place.
You will stay the night in one of the lodges.
Day 2: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Trek Duration: 5 to 6 hours
Trek Distance: 12 km
Maximum Altitude: 3440 m above sea level
After a peaceful night, you head towards Namche Bazaar from Phakding for the second day. It is a full day walk which is about a few hours long. As you head out of the town, you can get a slight glimpse of Mt. Thamserku.
Walking a bit in the up and downhill sections, you gradually make a slight climb in the trails. As you walk further into the trails, it gets narrower. After a while, you cross a suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi river.
Crossing the bridge, you do a steep climb on the trails. The routes are quite dusty, so better cover your face and hair. As you walk, you get a peek of the awe-striking mount Everest.
Viewing the magnificent mountain, you keep climbing the trails. After some time you get to see small buildings and houses. You arrive at Namche Bazaar.
Namche Bazaar is pretty developed compared to other towns. This town offers many lodges, restaurants, and shops. You can explore around and know more about the town. Few of the shops offer free wifi for travelers.
You rest here for the night.
Day 3: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Trek Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Trek Distance: 10.4 km
Maximum Altitude: 3870 m above sea level
Today is the third day of your trek; you will head towards Tengboche from Namche Bazaar. On this day, you will walk deeper into the rich culture of the Khumbu region. You begin your walk by heading out of the beautiful town and doing a slight climb on the trails.
You continue making the ascent until you reach Kyangjuma, a small Sherpa village. From there, you head towards Sansa and continue to follow the trails.
Moving ahead in the wide path, you get a panoramic view of the various mountains. Such as Ama Dablam, Everest, and many more. Viewing them, you will make many little up and down walks. This day’s walk is not very tiring, so you have plenty of energy to explore around.
You will pass many stupas, prayer flags, and religious spots along the way. Then entering a lush green forest, you walk a bit further and cross a suspension bridge. After an exciting journey, you reach Tengboche.
Tengboche is a beautiful village popular for its monastery. This monastery is a famous attraction in the place.
You stay here for the night.
Day 4: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche
Trek Duration: 5 to 6 hours
Trek Distance: 12 km
Maximum Altitude: 4350 m above sea level
This is the fourth day of your trek. Today your head towards Dingboche from Tengboche. On this day, it feels like you are climbing higher into the elevation. You have been climbing since day one. But this day, you head out of the forest path and walk-in rocky terrains.
Heading out of the village, you descend through the forest path. Then passing through a small settlement, you will cross a few no-suspension bridges. From there, you climb the trails, which are not much steep.
The paths are paved with stones till Debuche. Debuche is a religious place popular for its monastery. You visit the monastery and explore the area. You can see mesmerizing Thanka paintings inside the monastery.
From there, you make a steep climb towards Pangboche. Then walking in flat trials, you reach Orso. After that, following the paths, you reach Dingboche. This is great for acclimatization during your trek.
You stay in one of the lodges for the night.
Day 5: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Trek Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Trek Distance: 9 km
Maximum Altitude: 4940 m above Sea Level
This is the fifth day of your trekking journey. Today you head towards Lobuche from Dingboche. On this day, you will have crossed the treelines and reached the land of snow and rocks.
You begin by making a slight ascent in the trails. Then you head towards Dusa near the Dughla village. Walking past small pasture lands, you reach Dusa. You get to see Lhotse and Ama Dablam’s beautiful mountain peaks.
After that, you follow the trails and walk along with the moraine glaciers made from the Khumbu glacier. After a long walk, you reach Lobuche, where you will stay for the night.
Day 6: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp, then trek to Gorak Shep and a Helicopter ride back to Lukla
Trek Duration: 6 to 8 hours
Maximum Altitude( Everest Base Camp): 5364 m above sea level
Today is the most exciting day of your 7 day Everest Base Camp Trek. You will be heading towards Everest Base Camp on your sixth day. Leaving the village behind, you head towards the major destination of your trek.
The camp is not that far away from Lobuche. Passing through small streams, rocky dunes, and moraines, you reach Everest Base Camp. You can see the Khumbu glaciers, Mount Everest, icefall, and many other peaks.
Taking snaps and exploring the area, you head back to Gorak Shep from here. Making a slight descent, you walk for a few hours and arrive at Gorakshep. Then you take a helicopter ride back to Lukla.
Arriving at Lukla, you can explore the town. This is your last day in the Everest region.
Stay here for the night.
Day 7: Early Morning flight back to Kathmandu
Flight Duration: 35 to 40 min
Maximum altitude: 1400 m above sea level
After a wonderful night, you wake up early this day. Today is the last day of your trek. You will be heading back to Kathmandu from Lukla. Retracing your airways, you reach your destination.
We hope you had a great time on this 7 day Everest Base Camp Trek. You can remember us for other tours as well.
You may also like: