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Everest Base Camp Treks: The 15 Best Itineraries from Lukla

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Most base camp itineraries share the same trail from Lukla. What differs is the pace, the acclimatisation days, the group size and what the price leaves out. These 15 are compared on all four.

Everest Base Camp Trek 14 Days - Namche Bazaar, a key pause for altitude
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Everest Base Camp Trek – 14 Days

1.Everest Base Camp Trek – 14 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,499 reviews · from $1,800Our pick

Spend 14 days trekking from Lukla to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, with acclimatization stops in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche. Ace the Himalaya provides a licensed English-speaking guide, porters, trail meals, permits, guesthouses, and domestic flights. Groups are capped at 14; guides on past trips have included Kishor, Maddy, Chris, and Rajendra.

“I went solo in October 2025 and it was one of the best decisions of my life. My group was 8 including myself and our awesome guide Kishor and I couldn’t have asked for better people to trek up to base camp with. Kishor knew so much hRead more”

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Everest Base Camp Trekking - Following the trail through Namche and Sherpa country
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Everest Base Camp Trekking

2.Everest Base Camp Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 485 reviews · from $1,350

This 14-day guided trek from Kathmandu takes you through Namche Bazaar and the Khumbu to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar. Expect a small group of no more than 10, teahouse accommodation, meals, local transport, and mountain flights to and from Lukla. Guides named on past trips include Biru, Amabar, and Ramesh, though your assigned guide may differ.

“Biru is a rlly awesome trekking guide and I rlly recommend everyone to join his group. It is rlly safe and he will also help u everything u need”

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Everest Base Camp Trekking - 13 Day - From Lukla to Namche Bazaar
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Everest Base Camp Trekking – 13 Day

3.Everest Base Camp Trekking – 13 Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 365 reviews · from $1,399

This 13-day trek pairs Kathmandu and Lukla flights with a guided route through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Everest Base Camp, and Kala Patthar. Lodges and most meals are included, and private departures can be personalized. Guides such as Milan, Dibash, Ratna, and Achyut have led trips for the company, though your assigned guide may differ.

“Milan was very responsible and always explained the next day's itinerary in advance every day. He provided estimates on how long it would take each day to walk based on your physical ability, and accurately predicted the sunset time to avoid Read more”

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Everest Base Camp Trek 14 Days - Namche Bazaar, a key pause for altitude
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Everest Base Camp Trek -14 Days

4.Everest Base Camp Trek -14 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 321 reviews · from $1,420

Trek from Lukla to Everest Base Camp at 5,364 meters, with an acclimatization day, a Kala Patthar sunrise hike, lodge stays, and a licensed guide. Alpine Ramble Treks includes meals, permits, and return flights to Lukla; drinks, Wi-Fi, and a porter cost extra. Guide names vary by departure, with past trips led by guides including Sujal, Laxman, and Saugat.

“Alpine ramble was absolutely amazing, from the owner Dil who was quick in his responses and was well organised in regards to any questions I needed answered, Nir my guide was super friendly and attentive to my needs, he had an ansRead more”

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Everest Base Camp Trekking - 2025/2026 - A guided trek, with room to set your pace
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Everest Base Camp Trekking – 2025/2026

5.Everest Base Camp Trekking – 2025/2026

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 199 reviews · from $1,339

This private, roughly 14-day trek from Kathmandu follows the Everest trail through Sherpa villages and monasteries to Everest Base Camp. Domestic flights, lodge accommodation, most meals, permits, and an English-speaking guide are included. Ask for a corrected day-by-day plan before booking: the published route has missing and repeated day numbers.

“Me and my wife did the 10 day EBC trek and had an amazing trip. I can't say enough good things about Dil and the Alpine Ramble team. The planning was seamless and Dil was extremely responsive to our questions. Our guide Sujal did Read more”

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Everest Base Camp Trek - Namche Bazaar: a necessary pause at altitude
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Everest Base Camp Trek

6.Everest Base Camp Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 193 reviews · from $1,408

This 15-day private trek from Kathmandu follows the classic route through Sherpa villages, pine forests, high-altitude passes, and glacier country to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar. Your guide manages the route while porters carry your gear. The package includes Lukla flights, meals, permits, a sleeping bag, and a down jacket. Guides who have led the trip include Lok, Khila, Lal, and Ossman.

“Me and my friend had an amazing experience with the company. Flights were easy, food and accommodation included, inclusive walking pace and a great guide. Lok is the man! Can’t thank him enough. Would recommend booking through Himalayan Leisure.”

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Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return from Gorakshep to Lukla - Namche Bazaar: bridges and the first acclimatization day
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Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return from Gorakshep to Lukla

7.Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return from Gorakshep to Lukla

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · from $3,000

This 12-day guided trek climbs from Lukla through Namche Bazaar and Dingboche to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, then includes a shared helicopter flight from Gorakshep to Lukla. Ace the Himalaya provides a licensed English-speaking guide, porters, permits, meals on the trail, and Kathmandu transfers. Guides on past trips have included Ram, Raj, Madan, and Rajendra.

“Having planning this expedition for a while, this adventure surpassed all expections being an absolute favourite of mine. I could thank Ace the Himalayas enough for their superb logistics support during this 12 day excursion, their knowledge anRead more”

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Everest Base Camp Trekking - Following the trail through Namche and Sherpa country
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Everest Base Camp Trekking

8.Everest Base Camp Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 146 reviews · from $1,350

Spend about 12 days trekking toward Everest Base Camp with an English-speaking guide, porter support and teahouse lodging. The route includes Namche Bazaar, Tengboche Monastery, Khumbu Glacier and Kala Patthar, with mountain views and Sherpa culture along the way. Flights between Kathmandu or Ramechhap and Lukla, trekking meals and permits are included.

“Incredible Treks Pvt. Ltd. Did an amazing job with helping me complete a bucket list item of climbing to Everest Basecamp. Great communication with the manager Nadin and my guide Dillip was just amazing. I can’t not recommend tRead more”

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Everest Base Camp Trek - Namche Bazaar: a necessary pause at altitude
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Everest Base Camp Trek

9.Everest Base Camp Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 123 reviews · from $1,300

Trek from Lukla through Namche Bazaar and Dingboche to Everest Base Camp, then climb Kala Patthar before returning to Lukla. Outfitter Nepal provides a guide, trail meals, tea-house accommodation, domestic flights and key trekking gear. Groups are capped at 14. Confirm Kathmandu hotel coverage and the optional porter cost before booking.

“The trip started with an Act of God monsoon that destroyed roads and stranded hundreds for days. Not only did Outfitter work through the problems openly and honestly, they more than made up for lost time with a wonderful experieRead more”

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Everest Base Camp Trek - Namche Bazaar: a necessary pause at altitude
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Everest Base Camp Trek

10.Everest Base Camp Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · from $1,799

This 14-day private trek travels from Kathmandu by plane to Lukla, then on foot through Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Gorak Shep, and Everest Base Camp. A licensed Kathmandu guide, permits, meals, trek lodging, and cold-weather gear are included. Buddhi is named as a guide in past accounts, but confirm who will lead your departure.

“The Everest Base Camp trek was an unforgettable experience – we always felt completely safe, the scenery was breathtaking, and the entire journey exceeded our expectations. Our guide made the trek feel effortless and enjoyable, eRead more”

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Gokyo to Everest Base Camp Trek - Kathmandu, Lukla and the walk to Namche
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Gokyo to Everest Base Camp Trek

11.Gokyo to Everest Base Camp Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · from $2,200

Spend about 17 days trekking from Kathmandu through Lukla and Namche Bazaar to Gokyo, across 5,300-meter Cho La Pass, and on to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar. A licensed English-speaking guide and one porter for every two people are included. Gokyo Ri and the glacier-side route make this a demanding circuit, not a simple walk to base camp.

“Ace the Himalaya has been exceptional to travel with from the start. The moment I arrived they took great care of me. When I arrived at the airport, already my guide, Raj N, was there to pick me up. From there, I did not have to worry about Read more”

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Everest Base Camp Trek - Namche Bazaar: a necessary pause at altitude
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Everest Base Camp Trek

12.Everest Base Camp Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 97 reviews · from $999

This private 14-day trek links Kathmandu and Lukla with the trail to Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar, and back. You get a licensed trekking guide, round-trip domestic flights, tea-house lodging, and some Kathmandu hotel nights. Bishnu is named for trip coordination and Basu as a guide on one past trip, but your assigned team may differ. Budget extra for meals, tips, insurance, and possible flight delays.

“It was a great experience and the scenery and the journey were well worth it. Bishnu was always on top of everything and always tried to make sure everything turned out perfect. My guide Basu was amazing as he always had the best disRead more”

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Everest Base Camp Trek 15 Days - From forests to the Khumbu glaciers
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Everest Base Camp Trek 15 Days

13.Everest Base Camp Trek 15 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $2,400

Spend about 15 days trekking toward Everest Base Camp at 5,364 metres with a private guide and group. Expect Sherpa villages, Buddhist monasteries, mountain views, alpine forests and simple scenic lodges. Guides praised on past trips include Pasang, Lakpa and Buddha Tamang, though your assigned guide may differ.

“Trekking to Everest Base Camp was a dream come true, and it wouldn’t have been possible—or nearly as meaningful—without our incredible guide, Pasang. From the very first day, he treated us not just as clients, but like family. His deep knRead more”

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Everest Base Camp Trek 14 Days - Namche Bazaar, a key pause for altitude
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Everest Base Camp Trek 14 Days

14.Everest Base Camp Trek 14 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · from $999

Trek from Kathmandu through Sherpa villages to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, with two acclimatization days and a private group. The $999 price includes permits, guide costs, airport transfers, and Lukla flights, but not your meals or accommodation. Guides named by past clients include Raju, Roshan, Ram, Abinash, and Man Bahadur.

“Our Everest Base Camp trek via Gokyo with Nirvana Trails was absolutely incredible. Raju, our guide, made the entire journey unforgettable. He was warm, kind, and genuinely cared about everyone. His deep knowledge of the mountains, pRead more”

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Everest Base Camp Trek - Namche Bazaar: a necessary pause at altitude
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Everest Base Camp Trek

15.Everest Base Camp Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $1,300

Walk from Lukla through Sherpa villages and Sagarmatha National Park to Everest Base Camp, with acclimatization stops in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche. The 14-day trip includes flights, airport transfers, some meals, and two Kathmandu hotel nights. Groups are capped at eight; guides named by the company include Ram, Prakash, and Gore.

“I never thought I would be able to complete this trek but with Ram’s guidance and Amer’s support as porter I genuinely found it a once in a lifetime experience that I will never forget. As someone that can often struggle with over thinking Ram kept me calm and supported Read more”

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