Everest Base Camp Trek – 14 Days

The ultimate adventure of 14-days Everest Base Camp Trek offers breathtaking mountain panoramas, if you like to walk this is one of the most inspiring places in the world to do it.

The tallest summit of the earth standing tall at a height of 8,848 meters is not only the aspiration of mountaineers from all over the world, but its base camp, Everest Base Camp is also one of the most popular and rewarding trekking destinations. More than 30,000 trekkers trek to this region every year.

Our 14-days Everest Base Camp Trek is a great introductory lodge trek that offers sensational mountain views and an insight into the lives of the Sherpa people. Everest Base Camp trek trail follows the trail for the Mount Everest expedition till the base Camp.

After discovering the temples, shrines, bazaars and restaurants of Kathmandu we take an exciting mountain flight to Lukla and trek up the Dudh Kosi Valley, surrounded by the soaring peaks of Thamserku and Kusum Kanguru. It’s a steep ascent to Namche Bazaar, the capital of the Kumbu Sherpas, where we are again greeted by spectacular mountain vistas.

A rest day here aids acclimatization and there are great optional walks to enjoy the area. We then follow the trail to famous Tengboche, located high on a ridge where a magnificent 360-degree panorama awaits. The views of Everest, the Lhotse-Nuptse Wall, Ama Dablam and Kantega dominate this peaceful and spiritual location – surely one of the most tranquil and inspiring places in the world.

The Everest Base Camp Trek is not only famous for its nearness of world’s highest peak but also for its friendly Sherpa people, world’s highest Buddhist monasteries, picturesque Sherpa villages, great variety of cultures, traditions and active Buddhist monasteries.

This stunning Everest Base Camp trekking visits both, Everest base camp and Kala-patthar (5645 meters), a viewpoint recognized as the best vantage point to see Mount Everest which is a premier goal for many adventurous walkers in the Himalaya.

14-Day Everest Base Camp Trek Difficulty

Firstly, it should be noted that no climbing expertise is required for the Everest Base Camp Trek and there are no technical climbing sections.

Many people believe that a super high fitness level is required for the EBC trek. While a good fitness level will certainly make the trek more enjoyable, you definitely don’t have to be an Olympic athlete.

An EBC trek tires most people due to the altitude and hilly nature of the path, but we think that any novice-trekker can tackle the hike with a little basic training.

Certainly some days are easier than others, and preparing for the tough days is sensible, not the easy ones. If you have minimal fitness, walking to EBC for 4 to 6 hours a day will bring it out of you.

Everest Base Camp Trek difficulty, the altitude is undoubtedly the most difficult and underestimated aspect of the EBC trek. Certainly, the trek’s high altitude profile makes it going more difficult.

If it wasn’t for altitude, the EBC trek would actually be very basic. Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), especially at altitudes reached on the EBC trek, should not be taken lightly or underestimated.

We advise you do a couple of 4 – 6 hour treks at home so that your body is used to that kind of exercise period. Start about 5-7 weeks in advance, and slowly build up time and distance so that you can walk a strong 5-hours trekking time.

Best Season for 14-Day Everest Base Camp Trek

From September to November (autumn) and March to May (spring) are the best season to trek to Everest Base Camp. June to August (monsoon) is the rainy months but this time is best for keen botanists and has clear sky sometimes. During the hike, it offers grand spectacles of blooming rhododendron flowers during months of March, April and May.

The view of Mt. Ama Dablam with the rising sun shining on it is one of the superb views of this trek. At the highlight of this trek, you will climb Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar at dawn to enjoy one of the most brilliant mountains views on the Earth. If you want to avoid crowds then winter trekking (December – February) is recommended.

The morning temperature is cold but not unbearable and during the day it is warm and clear sky with a fantastic view for most days.

14-Day Everest Base Camp Trek Packing List

1. Base Layer 2. Trekking Shirts 3. Trekking Trousers and Shorts. 4. Fleece Jacket 5. Insulated Jacket 6. Hard Shell Jacket and Rain Gear 7. Sun Protection Hat 8. Trekking Backpacks 9. Camera Gear and Accessories 10. Hiking Boots and Socks 11. Jackets and Other Outerwear 12. Long Underwear and Base Layers 13. Gloves, Hats, and Rain Gear Other Essentials.

It is advisable to use good quality worn-in boots to protect your feet. For more detail check out here

Food 14-Day Everest Base Camp Trek 

Everest Base Camp Trek is in the mountainous region, so you should not expect to find a variety of western food. Yet you’ll for sure taste authentic Sherpa, Tibetan and Nepali food on this trip.

Also, it would be best if you avoided eating meat dishes during the journey as it is not fresh and hygienic. Because animal slaughtering is prohibited in the Everest region, any meat available there is transported by yak or porter from Kathmandu or Kharikhola.

However, the vegetarian meals served in the home-stays are both nutritious and delicious, and it gives you enough energy to complete a day hike. Every day, you will be served a different breakfast and lunch menu.

14-Day Everest Base Camp Trek Cost

The Everest Base Camp Trek cost anywhere between $1350 and $2000, depending on the services, outfitter, and route. And our 14-days Everest Base Camp Trek is more affordable compared to other trek packages.

Our package includes a guide, meals, accommodation, a porter, and other services. However, it does not cover your personal expenses, so bring between $12 and $18 for each day of the trek.

Be sure to carry the cash because they do not have money exchanges, ATMs, or banks except Lukla and Namche. You’ll need cash to pay for things like bar bills, hot showers, snacks, phone or camera charging, and so on.

Accessing 14-Day Everest Base Camp Trek

The Everest Base Camp Trek starts at Lukla and leads you through the Khumbu Valley to the Everest Base Camp situated on the south side of Mount Everest.

Most trekker’s however, begins in Kathmandu. From there it is a short, yet unforgettable flight into Lukla 30mins from where you will start the actual trekking.

The entire journey including the trek typically lasts between 14 and 16 days, with 12 days on the trail. Of these 12 days, 2/3 will be spent acclimatizing to the high altitude, so 10 days of actual trekking can be expected.

For those who don’t want to start their trek by flying into Lukla Airport, the Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek variation provides a unique alternative.

This trek starts with a bus ride from Kathmandu via Jiri to Deurali/Bhandar from where the trekking starts. Because Jiri is considerably further away than Lukla, this variation will add around 5 to 6 days into the trek.