Duration
16 Days
DIFFICULTY
Hard
GROUP SIZE
1-12
MAX. ALTITUDE
5545m
Best Season
Spring and Autumn
Accomodation
Hotels
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Walking per day
6-7 hours
Overview
Are you dreaming of standing at the foot of the world’s highest peak? The Overland Trek to Everest Base Camp is your gateway to an unforgettable Himalayan adventure. This 16-day trekking package offers a unique and affordable way to explore the Everest region, starting with a scenic Jeep drive to Thamdanda, close to Lukla.
Unlike traditional routes that require expensive flights or lengthy treks from Jiri, this overland journey is designed for convenience and accessibility. Whether you’re a seasoned trekker or a first-time adventurer, this package ensures a seamless and budget-friendly experience.
Highlights of the Overland Trek to Everest Base Camp
- Travel from Kathmandu across high mountain passes, winding valleys, and remote villages.
- Visit the legendary Tengboche Monastery.
- Stand at Kalapatthar one of the most stunning views in the world.
- Wake up early to see the golden glow of the sun hitting Everest’s peak—a sight you’ll never forget.
- For those seeking an extra adventure, trek to Kalapatthar feeling the altitude and majesty of the Himalayas.
- Meet local monks at Tengboche Monastry and experience life in the high Himalayas.
- Explore Khumjung village which is the one of the most ancient village of Sherpa people.
- Visit Hilary school and kunde hospital in Khumjung village.
- If you are lucky you can see the scalp of the Yeti in Khumjung Monastry.
- Visit yak breeding center at Shyangboche and Everest view hotel.
- explore Mani wall and praying wheel on the way of trekking.
- Yak steak is really delicious cooked in Sherpa kitchen
Why Choose the Overland Trek to Everest Base Camp?
- Avoid Flight Delays & High Costs: No need to depend on Lukla flights, which are often delayed due to bad weather.
- Budget-Friendly Option: At just USD 425, this is the most cost-effective way to reach Everest Base Camp.
- Flexible & Reliable: Start your trek anytime with daily departures.
- Breathtaking Scenery: Travel through beautiful hills, rivers, waterfalls, Sherpa villages, and tea houses.
- Best for All Seasons: Trek even during monsoon and winter, as higher altitudes have minimal rainfall.
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Itinerary
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Day 1 :
Airport pickup and hotel transfer.
Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, our office representative will be waiting for you at the exit point with a signboard displaying your name. You will then be transferred to your hotel for check-in and relaxation. This day includes accommodation in your package.
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Day 2 :
Rest and Trek Preparation
This day is dedicated to rest and preparation for your trek. Our guide will provide detailed information about the trip, including departure times, road conditions, lunch breaks, and trekking trails. If you need trekking gear, the guide will assist you in purchasing them. He will also collect your insurance details and emergency contact information. Optional sightseeing tours to Pashupatinath Temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Stupa, and historical palaces in Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur can be arranged. This day includes breakfast and accommodation.
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Day 3 :
Drive from Kathmandu to Thamdanda
Early in the morning at 5:00 AM, you will depart from Kathmandu and travel to Thamdanda, which takes approximately 12 hours. Along the way, you will experience stunning landscapes, including hills, rivers, waterfalls, and traditional Nepali villages. The journey is filled with adventure and natural beauty. Upon arrival, you will stay overnight at a lodge. Today’s package includes breakfast, accommodation, and transportation, but drinks are not included.
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Day 4 :
Trek from Thamdanda to Phakding
This marks the first day of your Everest Base Camp trek. You will trek for about 7 hours, passing through scenic Sherpa villages before reaching Phakding. The trek offers mesmerizing views and cultural encounters. Overnight stay at a lodge. Today’s package includes breakfast, and accommodation. Drinks are not included.
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Day 5 :
Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
You will trek for approximately 5 hours to reach Namche Bazaar. The first 2.5 hours consist of a flat trail, followed by a gradual uphill trek to Namche Bazaar, the largest and most vibrant town in the Everest region. It is a hub for trekkers, with various shops, bakeries, and breathtaking mountain views. Overnight stay at a lodge. Today’s package includes breakfast, and accommodation. Drinks are not included.
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Day 6 :
Acclimatization Day
To adjust to the altitude, you will spend the day acclimatizing. A short hike to Everest View Hotel offers panoramic views of Everest and other surrounding peaks. You will also visit Khumjung Monastery, Kunde Hospital, and the Hillary School. Overnight stay at a lodge. Today’s package includes breakfast, and accommodation. Drinks are not included.
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Day 7 :
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Pangboche
You will trek for approximately 6 hours to reach Pangboche, a picturesque Sherpa village known for its monastery and stunning mountain views. The trail takes you through beautiful landscapes and offers a glimpse into the local lifestyle.On the way to trek you will visit Tengboche Monastery whic is the one of the most beautiful and important monastery during everest base camp trek. As you arrive to Tengboche you will see brilliant views of Lhotse himal 8,516 meters and Ama dablam 6,812 meters and Mount Everest too.Overnight stay at a lodge. Today’s package includes breakfast, and accommodation. Drinks are not included.
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Day 8 :
Trek from Pangboche to Lobuche
Today’s trek lasts about 7 hours as you ascend towards Lobuche, passing through alpine terrain and witnessing dramatic changes in the landscape. The trail offers breathtaking views of towering peaks. Overnight stay at a lodge. Today’s package includes breakfast, and accommodation. Drinks are not included.
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Day 9 :
Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp, Overnight in Gorakshep
This is one of the most exciting days of the trek. You will hike for about 5 hours to reach Everest Base Camp, where you will experience the breathtaking scenery of the Khumbu Glacier and surrounding peaks. After exploring the base camp, you will return to Gorakshep for an overnight stay at a lodge. Today’s package includes breakfast, and accommodation. Drinks are not included.
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Day 10 :
Sunrise at Kala Patthar and Trek Back to Dingboche
Early in the morning, you will hike to Kala Patthar to witness a stunning sunrise over Mount Everest. After enjoying the panoramic views, you will return to Gorakshep for breakfast before trekking down to Dingboche. Overnight stay at a lodge. Today’s package includes breakfast, and accommodation. Drinks are not included.
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Day 11 :
Trek from Dingboche to Khumjung Village
You will trek back to Khumjung Village, a culturally rich settlement in the Everest region. You will have the opportunity to visit Kunde Hospital, Khumjung Monastery, and the Hillary School. Overnight stay at a lodge. Today’s package includes breakfast, and accommodation. Drinks are not included.
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Day 12 :
Trek from Khumjung to Phakding
You will continue your descent, trekking back to Phakding through the scenic trails of the Everest region. Overnight stay at a lodge. Today’s package includes breakfast, and accommodation. Drinks are not included.
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Day 13 :
Trek from Phakding to Thamdanda
Today’s trek takes you back to Thamdanda, retracing your steps through beautiful landscapes. Overnight stay at a lodge. Today’s package includes breakfast, and accommodation. Drinks are not included.
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Day 14 :
Drive from Thamdanda to Kathmandu
You will embark on a long drive back to Kathmandu, enjoying the picturesque landscapes along the way. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and rest. Today’s package includes breakfast, and accommodation. Drinks are not included.
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Day 15 :
Rest Day in Kathmandu
This is a free day for relaxation after your trek. You may explore the city, visit local markets, or simply rest at your hotel. Overnight stay at a hotel. Today’s package includes breakfast and accommodation. Drinks are not included.
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Day 16 :
Departure
After breakfast, our office representative will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport. You should be at the airport at least 2.5 hours before your flight. Departure time from the hotel will be approximately 3 hours before your flight schedule.
ALTITUDE CHART
Oxygen Level
From: $425
Cost Includes
Pick up and drop off transport as mentioned in the itinerary and Hotel with breakfast in Kathmandu.
National parks’ fees and government royalties.
Guide cum porter.
National park fee.
Dawn Jacket, Sleeping bag, Nepal Mountain Lovers T-Shirt
Insurance of our trekking staff members
Accommodation and breakfast during the trekking and the room will be twin sharing basis.
Cost Excludes
- International air ticket, airport tax and Nepal visa fees
- All kinds of drink during trekking and travel stay with us
- Travel insurance and cost of medical services of tourists
- All kinds of cloth and personal trekking equipment
- Other personal expenses and tips
- Charted helicopter, plane and other transports in case of emergency
- sightseeing in kathmandu
- Fly ticket from Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu
- Kathmandu-Thamdanda-Kathmandu transportation with public jeep for the guest and guide
- Lunch & Dinner( It costs about US$ 10 for each mail )
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Frequently Asked Questions
It takes 12 days to trek to Everest Base Camp if you go by Jeep or bus to Thamdanda. Thamdanda is the starting and ending point of the Everest Base Camp Trek, if you go by Jeep or bus.
It is indeed possible to trek to Everest Base Camp independently. However, it is recommended to hire a guide or porter for safety reasons in the event of an emergency.
There is no bus service to Everest Base Camp. But you can go to Thamdanda by bus or Jeep that is staring and ending Point of Everest Base Camp Trek if you do not fly to Lukla.
You can fly to Lukla from Kathmandu or go by jeep or bus to Thamdanda and start the trek to Everest Base Camp.
Yes, you can get to Everest Base Camp without flying to Lukla. You can use a Jeep or bus to Thamdanda and start the trek to Everest Base Camp.
The best way to go to Everest Base Camp camp to take regular flights from Kathmandu to Lukla and start the trek to Everest Base Camp.
We can go to Everest Base Camp by car from the Tibet side. From the Nepal side, we can go to Surke by jeep and walk 6 days to reach Everest Base Camp.
Kathmandu to Surke is the closest road to Everest base camp. Surke is about a 13-hour drive from Kathmandu. Then from Surke it takes 6 days trek to reach to Everest base camp.
It is about 395 kilometers from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp by road.
Yes, we can go to Lukla by road. We have to drive about 330 kilometers by Jeep, and it takes about 13 hours to drive. Then we have to walk about 1 hour to Lukla.
The drive from Kathmandu to Surke is about 13 hours, and again, it’s a 1-hour walk to reach Lukla.
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Yes, there is a road accessible to Lukla. It is a 13-hour drive by jeep and a 1-hour walk to arrive in Lukla
Yes, we can go to Lukla without flying. There is regular jeep service from Kathmandu to Surke and a 1-hour walk to Lukla.
Yes, a normal person can trek to Everest base camp. For detailed information, contact us. info@nepalmtlovers.com
There is only one route to go to Everest base camp. It starts from Lukla and ends at Lukla.
The Everest Base Camp trek is a strenuous trek, so it is difficult. This trek goes gradually up, and we can acclimatize.
The easiest way to reach Everest Base Camp is by helicopter.
It is 6 days trekking from Lukla to Everest Base Camp, and you have to walk 6 hours a day.
The nearest city to Everest Base Camp is Gorekshep, where we can get some hotels and stay overnight.
The cost of Everest base camp depends upon the mode of service you need. If you take luxury service, it will cost about US$ 5000.00. But for the normal service, it will cost about US$ 1000.00 for 12 days of trekking.
There is no bus service directly connecting Kathmandu to Lukla. However, there is a location called Surke, which is approximately a one-hour walk from Lukla. Regular jeep services operate from Kathmandu to Surke, with a fare of US$ 45.00 per person on a shared basis.
To travel to Lukla from Kathmandu, you have two options. The first is to take a flight, which costs around US$ 200.00. The second option is to travel by road, using a bus to reach Surke for US$ 45.00. From Surke, it is a one-hour walk to Lukla.
The cost for a jeep ride from Kathmandu to Salleri is US$ 25.00 on a shared basis. If you prefer to reserve the entire jeep, the cost is US$ 150.00, accommodating up to nine passengers.
For those wishing to reach Lukla without flying, the journey involves taking a bus or jeep. The bus travels to either Phaplu or Salleri, taking approximately seven hours from Kathmandu and costing US$ 25.00. From there, a four-wheel jeep can be taken to Surke for US$ 30.00 per person on a shared basis, which also takes about seven hours.
The bus ticket from Kathmandu to Salleri is priced at US$ 25.00.
Gear List
- Backpack (50 liters) with outside pockets to keep smaller items
- Trekking boots, well broken in and waterproofed. Gaiters to keep snow out of boots
- Woolen sweaters and down jacket, gloves, wind proof outer garments, pants jacket, skirts, T-shirts, shirts, baggy pants and underwear
- Several pairs of woolen and few pairs of nylon socks. A pair of sandals
- Sleeping bag adequate for temperatures encountered
- Hat with wide brim and sun lotion cream
- One liter water bottle and some food for contingencies
- Repair and medical kit
- Head lamp with spare lithium batteries and bulbs
- Handkerchief and toiletries
- Verified phone number of your Embassy, consulate ,trekking agency and private phone number of your director
- Pen, pencils and letterhead to write an emergency message
- Pocket knife with opener and scissors
- Sunglasses with spare eyeglasses or contact lenses if you wear them
- Umbrella and rain coat
- Camera
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Important Information Before Your Trip to Nepal
Payment: Down payment: 25% of total payment is required to confirm the reservation.
Payment of the Balance: Rest amount can be paid in our office after your arrival.
Arrival Point: You will be met at the Kathmandu international airport. Our office representative will be waiting for you holding play card of the Nepal Mountain Lovers Treks and Expedition. In case of your change plan, please let us inform.
Booking Air Ticket: If you don’t have regular travel agent, please visit makemytrip.com, www.kayak.com, www.vayama.com. They offer you very good price.
Room System: Normally we have two people in a room. Twin bed or single bed depends on the choice of guests and budget. If tourists want single room, s/he should pay single supplementary.
Trekking Leading Person: Our trekking guide will lead the whole trip with his/her helpers and porters.
Currencies: USD, AUD, EURO are major acceptable currencies in Nepal and visa and credit cards also accepted. There is ATM facility in city area.
Altitude Sickness: Altitude sickness will start from 3000 meter height. Trekkers should immediately inform trekking guide if faced any problems.
Drinking Water: We can get mineral water and boiled water in city area and in some trekking places. We use water purification tablet or liquid in some remote trekking sites.
Laundry Facility: Laundry facility are available in city area but not during the trekking.
Visa: You can get arrival visa at Kathmandu airport that cost 30 USD for 15 days and 50 USD for 30 days. Please bring 2 passport size photos. You can get your visa from the closest Nepali embassy.
Orientation Program: Before starting trekking, trekkers are provided with an orientation by our office representative or trekking guide about the necessary trekking information.
Group Size: There will be maximum 12 persons in one group.
Accommodation: You will stay in a nice tourist standard hotel/resort in city areas. Normal hotels or tents are available during the trekking.
Foods: We provide breakfast, lunch, dinner. Tourists can get continental food both in city and trekking places. Food during the trekking might not meet the standard of your country.
View of Mount Everest: Trekkers to Everest region will of course see the Mount Everest. For trekkers visiting other regions where they cannot view Mount Everest, there are daily mountain flights which approach close to Mount Everest.
Travel Insurance: It is compulsory to have travel insurance.
Personal Expenses: It depends on your spending interest and shopping. There are some expensive handmade carpets, Thanka paintings, jewelries and handicrafts to purchase in Nepal.
Luggage: We take only about 10kg per person in trekking. Your excess baggage will be stored in a hotel.
Tips: Tips are highly accepted and appreciated.
Rules and Regulation
Nepal Mountain Lovers Treks and Expedition accepts your reservation under the following rules and regulations.
1. If the balance payment is not paid before your departure for trekking, the booking will be cancelled without any refund.
2. If there is war or the situation of the country is out of control and the country faces emergency situation before your arrival to Nepal, we inform you not to come Nepal and refund your payment. But in case of any emergency situation or war after your arrival or during the trekking, we will not refund your money. But we will try our best to make your trip successful and pleasant. In such situation, we may need to change the trip plan and itinerary.
3. In case of increase in government royalty and other costs such as the national park fee, you have to pay extra money.
4. If you commit any illegal act or disturbance for the safety and welfare of the group, our leader or guide can ask to leave the group without any right to refund.
5. If you have any complain with regards to trekking and tour please inform our tour leader or company. All kinds of valid complain are welcomed and processed with necessary actions.
6.You are responsible to ensure that all travel documents are with you during the entire trip.
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