Mount Everest Base Camp Trek with IVS

Days 1–2: Kathmandu & Lukla

Arrive in Kathmandu and settle into the historic Yak & Yeti Hotel for trip briefings and introductions. The next day, take a thrilling mountain flight to Lukla, where you begin acclimatizing and enjoy your first night in the Himalayas.

Days 3–5: Trek to Namche Bazaar

Begin trekking along the Dudh Kosi River through scenic valleys and traditional Sherpa villages to Namche Bazaar, the cultural and commercial heart of the Khumbu. Enjoy your first views of Everest and take an acclimatization day to explore the town and surrounding viewpoints.

Days 6–9: Upper Khumbu Villages

Trek past the famed Tengboche Monastery and onward to high villages like Dingboche, surrounded by dramatic peaks including Ama Dablam and Lhotse. Optional acclimatization hikes toward Chhukhung and Island Peak Base Camp help prepare for higher elevations.

Days 10–12: Everest Base Camp & Kala Patthar

Climb higher through Lobuche and Gorak Shep, then trek along the Khumbu Glacier to Everest Base Camp, where climbers prepare for their summit attempts. The following morning, ascend Kala Patthar for iconic sunrise views of Everest and the Khumbu Icefall before descending to Pheriche.

Days 13–15: Helicopter Exit & Return to Kathmandu

Weather permitting, enjoy a spectacular helicopter flight out of the Khumbu Valley. Return to Kathmandu for a relaxing stay, a guided tour of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and a final farewell before departing for home.