Everest Base Camp Adventure
The world’s highest peak has held a special allure for pioneers across the years, overwhelming many who attempted to reach the summit. But on May 29th 1953, Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay became the first two people to reach the peak of Mount Everest, demonstrating just how bold we can be as explorers of our own planet.
Like these daring explorers before you, on the Everest Base Camp Trek, you will gain perspective of the extraordinary courage it takes to ascend the world’s tallest peak.
Explore Everest Base Camp with TEP

Everest Base Camp
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Journey into the heart of Nepal’s mighty Himalayas to experience one of the world’s greatest adventures: the trek to Everest Base Camp. The Everest Base Camp Trek is unlike any other trek on Earth as you follow in the footsteps of the world’s most daring explorers! Everest Base Camp is where Hillary and Norgay camped for two months before their historic climb towards the peak. It is the final frontier for one of the most challenging terrains on Earth.
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World Class Guides
Experience the ‘Everest Base Camp Trek’ with the finest trekking guides in Nepal. Our guides have been leading adventures in the Himalayas for over thirty years and are the pioneers of trekking to Mount Everest Base Camp. Our guides are native to the Khumbu region of Nepal which is home to the Sherpa community.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
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Immerse yourself into Nepal’s most sacred structures that have come about as the result of communication between the gods, the natural world, and humankind ready for real cultural immersion today. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Boudhanath, one of the largest stupas in Nepal, which dominates the skyline. Marking an ancient trade route from Tibet, the structure is a subject of many local myths and legends, its construction having been dictated by landing place of a flying hen.
Mount Everest Base Camp
Adventure Highlights
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Retrace Sir Edmund Hillary’s and Tenzing Norgay’s historic journey to Everest Base Camp through the Lukla region, enjoying unparalleled views of the unique Nepalese landscape
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Explore the rich spiritual history of Nepal with visits to several UNESCO World Heritage sites
-
Discover Namche Bazaar and its vibrant and colorful markets, and experience local Sherpa culture
-
Visit the incredible Tengboche monastery, spending a night in the beautiful rhododendron forest
-
Reach new heights, trekking through Debouche, Dingboche, Chukhung, Thukla, and witnessing the unmatched views across the peaks
-
Reach Everest Base Camp and set yourself amongst the privileged few to experience one of the highest and most exceptional environments on Earth!
Expedition Details
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Country: Nepal
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Host City: Kathmandu, Nepal
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Duration: 18 Days/17 Nights
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Accommodations: 4 Nights Hotel / 13 Nights Mountain Lodges
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Adventure Activities: Trekking
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Adventure Activity Level: Advanced*
*Please refer to our Trip Activity Level Guide or speak to one of our Adventure Consultants at 855-208-6800 to determine if this is the right trip for you.
Adventure Itinerary
Daily Itinerary Overview (Days 1 – 7)
DAY 1 – Kathmandu
Welcome to Kathmandu! Settle in and explore the dynamic scenery and rich history of the city. Enjoy dinner as a group at a lively local restaurant while our guide briefs you on your Everest Base Camp trek.
DAY 2 – Exploring Nepalese history
We begin with three UNESCO World Heritage sites. Budhanath and Pashupatinath are two of Nepal’s most sacred sites, and Dunbar Square, which has hosted generations of Nepalese royalty.
DAY 3 – Lukla region
Your Everest Base Camp Trek begins today! Retrace Sir Edmund Hillary’s steps with a trek through Chauri Kharka, towards Dudh Kosi Ghat. Enjoy unparalleled views across the landscape, as we ascend what the Dalai Lama referred to as the “steps to heaven.”
DAY 4 – Namche Bazaar
The trekking continues through to Namche Bazaar, the gateway to Everest. Absorb the color and vibrancy of the markets against the natural beauty of the mountains.
DAY 5 – Trekking from Namche Bazaar
We reach new heights today, exploring the unique local Sherpa culture before trekking on and taking in views of Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Mount Everest itself.
DAY 6 –Tengboche
We journey to the Tengboche monastery, enjoying panoramic views along the way, and spend a night in the rhododendron forest. A delight of color and spiritual wonder at this historic site.
DAY 7 – Debouche to Dingbouche
Making our way to Dingbouche, we pass fields of barley, buckwheat and potatoes before experiencing the sights and sounds of the lush Imja River.
Please CONTACT US for a complete detailed itinerary.
2023 Group Dates
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October 2, 2023
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October 7, 2023
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November 3, 2023
2024 Group Dates
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March 15, 2024
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April 12, 2024
Custom Dates
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In addition, we conduct the Everest Base Camp Trek each month for private individuals and groups.
To inquire on a custom date, please CONTACT US!
Expedition Pricing
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Prices are based on per person, double occupancy
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From $4,495 USD
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Single Supplement
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$795 USD
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View more information on pricing here
Accommodations
Hotel Shambala | Kathmandu, Nepal
Hotel Shambala is a Tibetan themed boutique hotel in Kathmandu offering the best in modern amenities with traditional Nepalese hospitality. The hotel’s decor features items that have been sourced locally to support and highlight the craftsmanship of local artisans including hand-knotted Tibetan rugs, hand-embroidered furnishings, thanka paintings and custom hand-made furniture. The hotel also has a roof-top infinity swimming pool with some of the best views of the city and a world class spa. Hotel Shambala is easily one of the best hotels the city has to offer.
Mountain Huts
During the trek the accommodation will be in mountain huts in dormitories with single and double bunk beds or mattresses.
The huts are equipped with gas stoves, kitchen utensils and running cold water and the toilets are in separate huts. There are showers in most of the huts but you need to pay a small fee to use them.
It is usually possible to charge batteries and phones in most huts. On rainy days there is sometimes not enough power to charge phones because solar panels are used to generate power.
Custom Tailored Adventures
Choose from our collection of carefully-crafted adventures, with room to adjust various elements to your liking. Prefer more time exploring Nepal’s sacred sites? Looking to travel on a particular date? No problem. We’ll weave your interests and time frame to create the perfect itinerary for you and your group. When you travel with TEP, we take care of every detail to ensure an extraordinary trek.
For more information about creating a once in a lifetime trip, please contact us HERE.
Why Explore Mount Everest with TEP?
Everest Base Camp
Journey into the heart of Nepal’s mighty Himalayas to experience one of the world’s greatest adventures: the trek to Everest Base Camp. The Everest Base Camp Trek is unlike any other trek on Earth as you follow in the footsteps of the world’s most daring explorers! As you reach Everest Base Camp, this final gateway to Everest is where Hillary and Norgay camped for two months before their historic climb to the peak. It is the final frontier for one of the most challenging terrains on Earth.
World Class Guides
Experience the ‘Everest Base Camp Trek’ with the finest trekking guides in Nepal. Our guides have been leading adventures in the Himalayas for over thirty years and are the pioneers of trekking to Mount Everest Base Camp. They are native to the Khumbu region of Nepal which is home to the Sherpa community.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Immerse yourself into Nepal’s most sacred structures that have come about as the result of communication between the gods, the natural world, and humankind. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Boudhanath, one of the largest stupas in Nepal, which dominates the skyline. Marking an ancient trade route from Tibet, the structure is a subject of many local myths and legends, its construction having been dictated by landing place of a flying hen.
Adventure Highlights
-
Retrace Sir Edmund Hillary’s and Tenzing Norgay’s historic journey with treks through the Lukla region, enjoying unparalleled views of the unique Nepalese landscape
-
Explore the rich spiritual history of Nepal with visits to several UNESCO World Heritage sites
-
Discover Namche Bazaar and its vibrant and colorful markets, as well as local Sherpa culture
-
Visit the incredible Tengboche monastery, spending a night in the beautiful rhododendron forest
-
Reach new heights, trekking through Debouche, Dingboche, Chukhung, Thukla, witnessing the unmatched views across the peaks
-
Reach Everest Base Camp and set yourself amongst the privileged few to experience one of the highest and most exceptional environments on Earth!
Expedition Details
-
Country: Nepal
-
Host City: Kathmandu, Nepal
-
Duration: 18 Days/17 Nights
-
Accommodations: 4 Nights Hotel / 13 Nights Mountain Lodges
-
Adventure Activities: Trekking
-
Adventure Activity Level: Advanced*
*Please refer to our Trip Activity Level Guide or speak to one of our Adventure Consultants at 855-208-6800 to determine if this is the right trip for you.
Adventure Itinerary
Daily Itinerary Overview (Days 1 – 7)
DAY 1 – Kathmandu
Welcome to Kathmandu! Settle in and explore the dynamic scenery and rich history of the city, then enjoy dinner as a group at a lively local restaurant.
DAY 2 – Exploring Nepalese history
We begin with three UNESCO World Heritage sites. Budhanath and Pashupatinath are two of Nepal’s most sacred sites, and Dunbar Square, which has hosted generations of Nepalese royalty.
DAY 3 – Lukla region
Trekking begins today! Retrace Sir Edmund Hillary’s steps with a trek through Chauri Kharka, towards Dudh Kosi Ghat. Enjoy unparalleled views across the landscape, as we ascend what the Dalai Lama referred to as the “steps to heaven.”
DAY 4 – Namche Bazaar
The trekking continues through to Namche Bazaar, the gateway to Everest. Absorb the color and vibrancy of the markets against the natural beauty of the mountains.
DAY 5 – Trekking from Namche Bazaar
We reach new heights today, exploring the unique local Sherpa culture before trekking on and taking in views of Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Mount Everest itself.
DAY 6 –Tengboche
We journey to the Tengboche monastery, enjoying panoramic views along the way, and spend a night in the rhododendron forest. A delight of color and spiritual wonder at this historic site.
DAY 7 – Debouche to Dingbouche
Making our way to Dingbouche, we pass fields of barley, buckwheat and potatoes before experiencing the sights and sounds of the lush Imja River.
Please CONTACT US for a complete detailed itinerary.
2023 Group Dates
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October 2, 2023
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October 7, 2023
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November 3, 2023
2024 Group Dates
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March 15, 2024
-
April 12, 2024
Custom Dates
-
We conduct the Everest Base Camp Trek for private individuals and groups only.
To inquire on a custom date, please CONTACT US!
Expedition Pricing
-
Prices are based on per person, double occupancy
-
From $4,495 USD
-
Single Supplement
-
$795 USD
Accommodations
Hotel Shambala | Kathmandu, Nepal

Hotel Shambala is a Tibetan themed boutique hotel in Kathmandu offering the best in modern amenities with traditional Nepalese hospitality. The hotel’s decor features items that have been sourced locally to support and highlight the craftsmanship of local artisans including hand-knotted Tibetan rugs, hand-embroidered furnishings, thanka paintings and custom hand-made furniture. The hotel also has a roof-top infinity swimming pool with some of the best views of the city and a world class spa. Hotel Shambala is easily one of the best hotels the city has to offer.
Mountain Huts

During the trek the accommodation will be in mountain huts in dormitories with single and double bunk beds or mattresses.
The huts are equipped with gas stoves, kitchen utensils and running cold water. The toilets are in separate huts. There are showers in most of the huts but you need to pay a small fee to use them.
It is usually possible to charge batteries and phones in most huts. On rainy days there is sometimes not enough power to charge phones because solar panels are used to generate power.
Why Explore Mount Everest with TEP?
Everest Base Camp
Journey into the heart of Nepal’s mighty Himalayas to experience one of the world’s greatest adventures: the trek to Everest Base Camp. The Everest Base Camp Trek is unlike any other trek on Earth as you follow in the footsteps of the world’s most daring explorers! As you reach Everest Base Camp, this final gateway to Everest is where Hillary and Norgay camped for two months before their historic climb to the peak. It is the final frontier for one of the most challenging terrains on Earth.
World Class Guides
Experience the ‘Everest Base Camp Trek’ with the finest trekking guides in Nepal. Our guides have been leading adventures in the Himalayas for over thirty years and are the pioneers of trekking to Mount Everest Base Camp. They are native to the Khumbu region of Nepal which is home to the Sherpa community.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Immerse yourself into Nepal’s most sacred structures that have come about as the result of communication between the gods, the natural world, and humankind. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Boudhanath, one of the largest stupas in Nepal, which dominates the skyline. Marking an ancient trade route from Tibet, the structure is a subject of many local myths and legends, its construction having been dictated by landing place of a flying hen.
Adventure Highlights
-
Retrace Sir Edmund Hillary’s and Tenzing Norgay’s historic journey with treks through the Lukla region, enjoying unparalleled views of the unique Nepalese landscape
-
Explore the rich spiritual history of Nepal with visits to several UNESCO World Heritage sites
-
Discover Namche Bazaar and its vibrant and colorful markets, as well as local Sherpa culture
-
Visit the incredible Tengboche monastery, spending a night in the beautiful rhododendron forest
-
Reach new heights, trekking through Debouche, Dingboche, Chukhung, Thukla, witnessing the unmatched views across the peaks
-
Reach Everest Base Camp and set yourself amongst the privileged few to experience one of the highest and most exceptional environments on Earth!
-
Expedition Details
-
Country: Nepal
-
Host City: Kathmandu, Nepal
-
Duration: 18 Days/17 Nights
-
Accommodations: 4 Nights Hotel / 13 Nights Mountain Lodges
-
Adventure Activities: Trekking
-
Adventure Activity Level: Advanced*
*Please refer to our Trip Activity Level Guide or speak to one of our Adventure Consultants at 855-208-6800 to determine if this is the right trip for you.
-
Adventure Itinerary
Daily Itinerary Overview (Days 1 – 7)
DAY 1 – Kathmandu
Welcome to Kathmandu! Settle in and explore the dynamic scenery and rich history of the city, then enjoy dinner as a group at a lively local restaurant.
DAY 2 – Exploring Nepalese history
We begin with three UNESCO World Heritage sites. Budhanath and Pashupatinath are two of Nepal’s most sacred sites, and Dunbar Square, which has hosted generations of Nepalese royalty.
DAY 3 – Lukla region
Trekking begins today! Retrace Sir Edmund Hillary’s steps with a trek through Chauri Kharka, towards Dudh Kosi Ghat. Enjoy unparalleled views across the landscape, as we ascend what the Dalai Lama referred to as the “steps to heaven.”
DAY 4 – Namche Bazaar
The trekking continues through to Namche Bazaar, the gateway to Everest. Absorb the color and vibrancy of the markets against the natural beauty of the mountains.
DAY 5 – Trekking from Namche Bazaar
We reach new heights today, exploring the unique local Sherpa culture before trekking on and taking in views of Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Mount Everest itself.
DAY 6 –Tengboche
We journey to the Tengboche monastery, enjoying panoramic views along the way, and spend a night in the rhododendron forest. A delight of color and spiritual wonder at this historic site.
DAY 7 – Debouche to Dingbouche
Making our way to Dingbouche, we pass fields of barley, buckwheat and potatoes before experiencing the sights and sounds of the lush Imja River.
Please CONTACT US for a complete detailed itinerary.
2023 Group Dates
-
October 2, 2023
-
October 7, 2023
-
November 3, 2023
2024 Group Dates
-
March 15, 2024
-
April 12, 2024
Custom Dates
-
We conduct the Everest Base Camp Trek for private individuals and groups only.
To inquire on a custom date, please CONTACT US!
-
Expedition Pricing
-
Prices are based on per person, double occupancy
-
From $4,495 USD
-
-
Single Supplement
-
$795 USD
-
-
Accommodations
Hotel Shambala | Kathmandu, Nepal
Hotel Shambala is a Tibetan themed boutique hotel in Kathmandu offering the best in modern amenities with traditional Nepalese hospitality. The hotel’s decor features items that have been sourced locally to support and highlight the craftsmanship of local artisans including hand-knotted Tibetan rugs, hand-embroidered furnishings, thanka paintings and custom hand-made furniture. The hotel also has a roof-top infinity swimming pool with some of the best views of the city and a world class spa. Hotel Shambala is easily one of the best hotels the city has to offer.
Mountain Huts
During the trek the accommodation will be in mountain huts in dormitories with single and double bunk beds or mattresses.
The huts are equipped with gas stoves, kitchen utensils and running cold water. The toilets are in separate huts. There are showers in most of the huts but you need to pay a small fee to use them.
It is usually possible to charge batteries and phones in most huts. On rainy days there is sometimes not enough power to charge phones because solar panels are used to generate power.
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