{"id":46953,"date":"2018-11-22T22:10:57","date_gmt":"2018-11-23T05:10:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/?p=46953"},"modified":"2023-01-22T17:12:30","modified_gmt":"2023-01-23T00:12:30","slug":"plan-hike-to-everest-base-camp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/plan-hike-to-everest-base-camp\/","title":{"rendered":"Hike to Everest Base Camp Trek ~ Complete Day-by-Day Trek Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Hike to Everest Base Camp &#8211; Adventure means taking risks, getting out of your comfort zone, and exploring the world around you.&nbsp;Year after year, climbers and nature enthusiasts flock to Mount Everest, the planet Earth\u2019s tallest mountain.&nbsp;The bravest, most skilled climbers make their way the mountain to appreciate the splendors of this amazing planet!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_by_Day_Plan_for_Your_Hike_to_Everest_Base_Camp\"><\/span>Day by Day Plan for Your Hike to Everest Base Camp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/plan-hike-to-everest-base-camp\/#Day_by_Day_Plan_for_Your_Hike_to_Everest_Base_Camp\" title=\"Day by Day Plan for Your Hike to Everest Base Camp\">Day by Day Plan for Your Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/plan-hike-to-everest-base-camp\/#Paperwork_for_Your_Hike_to_Everest_Base_Camp\" title=\"Paperwork for Your Hike to Everest Base Camp\">Paperwork for Your Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/plan-hike-to-everest-base-camp\/#Packing_List_for_Your_Hike_to_Everest_Base_Camp\" title=\"Packing List for Your Hike to Everest Base Camp\">Packing List for Your Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/plan-hike-to-everest-base-camp\/#Everest_Camp_Packing_List\" title=\"Everest Camp Packing List\">Everest Camp Packing List<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>If you want to bask in the glory that is this majestic mountain, then a visit to Everest Base Camp is for you!&nbsp;A unique and completely authentic experience in the Himalayas!&nbsp;A difficult hike, that will reward you with exquisite views and awe-inspiring memories from your adventure!<\/p>\n<h3>What to Expect for Your Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>The entire trip will take a little more than two weeks.&nbsp;That\u2019s 17 days of inspiring mountain vistas, immersion into the culture of Nepal and the Sherpas, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences throughout the trek. Though the mountains will be covered in snow, this won\u2019t be a trip filled with your everyday snow activities!&nbsp;You can expect to be taken into thin, brisk air.&nbsp;To be chilled to your core.&nbsp;To be challenged and to accomplish more than you ever thought you could.&nbsp;Your trip will include a professional Nepalese tour guide, flights, sleeping accommodations, meals, and miles upon miles of splendid hiking through some of nature\u2019s most spectacular peaks.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Paperwork_for_Your_Hike_to_Everest_Base_Camp\"><\/span>Paperwork for Your Hike to Everest Base Camp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In order to partake on this amazing journey, you\u2019ll have to have a passport, a trekking permit, and a visa to visit Nepal.<\/p>\n<p>Depending upon how you come into the area, you may also need a visa to visit India.<\/p>\n<p>It is also highly recommended to visit your doctor before you begin your trek.<\/p>\n<p>Not only to examine you to make sure you are physically capable to make the journey, but to make sure you have all the necessary vaccinations for the region.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Packing_List_for_Your_Hike_to_Everest_Base_Camp\"><\/span>Packing List for Your Hike to Everest Base Camp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is a thorough list of things that you will need to bring with you on your trek.<\/p>\n<p>This is not just any old hike.<\/p>\n<p>This is the Himalayas, Everest, you need to be absolutely prepared for whatever may come your way.<\/p>\n<p>Examples of just a few <a href=\"https:\/\/www.keadventure.com\/holidays\/nepal-trekking-everest-basecamp-namche-bazaar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">things that you\u2019ll need on your Everest base camp trek<\/a>:<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Everest_Camp_Packing_List\"><\/span>Everest Camp Packing List<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Hiking boots<\/li>\n<li>Shirts, T-Shirts, Base-layer shirts<\/li>\n<li>Waterproof Jacket, Waterproof Over trousers<\/li>\n<li>Sunhat, sunglasses, sunscreen, sun block for your lips<\/li>\n<li>Warm hats, thermal gloves, warm socks<\/li>\n<li>Toiletries, antibacterial hand wash,<\/li>\n<li>Water purification tablets, re-usable\/durable water bottle<\/li>\n<li>Warm jacket<\/li>\n<li>First Aid Kit!!!!<\/li>\n<li>And so many other NECESSARY items!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Prevent additional pollution to the beautiful Himalayas by bringing only reusable and recyclable materials.&nbsp;You can keep your <a href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/reduce-your-carbon-footprint-traveling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">carbon footprint as minimal as possible<\/a> while you travel these beautiful mountain ranges!&nbsp;The actual required list is extensive!&nbsp;Once you have everything you will need (and you will positively NEED every one of those things) then you get excited to begin your journey to base camp!<\/p>\n<h3>Day 1 Hike to Mt. Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>The first, and most exciting day! On day one you will gather with your trek group in the hotel at Kathmandu.&nbsp;Here you can explore the area around the hotel, and become accustomed to the hustle and bustle of the city.&nbsp;You will meet your guide at the dinner provided for you at the hotel.&nbsp;Get a good night\u2019s sleep, because the first part of your Everest Base Camp Trek begins tomorrow!<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/GoGreenTravelGreen-2014\/i-xhntxpV\/0\/c4e37ab4\/L\/Nepal%20airport%20%20Mt.%20Everest%20Base%20Camp-L.jpg\" alt=\"Nepal airport Mt Everest Base Camp\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\"><\/p>\n<h3>Day 2 Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>On day two you will fly to the city of Lukla and begin your trek.&nbsp;You will be introduced to the trekking crew at the airport, and start your first full day of the hike to Everest Base Camp!&nbsp;You\u2019ll be hiking to the river, then north through a number of villages.&nbsp;You will be served lunch at a quaint lodge, then make your way to Monjo to lodge for the night.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/GoGreenTravelGreen-2014\/i-TMX2pMW\/0\/ba579fb6\/L\/Nepal%20Himalayas%20Bridge%20everest-L.jpg\" alt=\"Nepal Himalayas Bridge Everest\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\"><\/p>\n<h3>Day 3 Hike to Mt. Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>Day three will be a beautiful walk by the river, through a pine forest, and a climb through a gorge!&nbsp;Record your permits at the entrance to <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Khumbu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Khumbu<\/a> National Park.&nbsp;Going along the river then into a wooded valley, your trek today will include a fabulously imposing suspension bridge.&nbsp;Here you will begin to make your way down into the Namche Bazaar.&nbsp;You will also get your first glimpse of Everest!&nbsp;You\u2019ll arrive at Namche and check into your lodge.&nbsp;Then explore around the area!<\/p>\n<h3>Day 4 Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>Namche lies under the high mountain peaks of the Khumbu region.&nbsp;The market is filled with history and plenty of goods to take home to your loved ones.&nbsp;Visit the many shops and bars and cafes and get acclimated to the elevation before your hike tomorrow!&nbsp;You will spend the full day in Namche Bazaar, and a second night in your lodging before going up to 3860m to Thyangboche on day five!<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/GoGreenTravelGreen-2014\/i-2Wj49s7\/0\/8fe1b221\/L\/Namche%20Bazaar%20Sherpa%20Mt%20Everest%20Khumbu-L.jpg\" alt=\"Namche Bazaar Sherpa Mt Everest Khumbu\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\"><\/p>\n<h3>Day 5 Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>As the altitude gets higher and higher, you will feel like even the easiest hiking days will take it out of you!&nbsp;The trail to Thyangboche is filled with amazing vistas, breath-taking views of the river below, and a few ridges to climb.&nbsp;You\u2019ll be able to pause in the village of Kangjuma to purchase local crafts and souvenirs.&nbsp;You\u2019ll reach Thyangboche, where you can visit the monastery!&nbsp;You can either lodge for the night in Thyangboche, or continue 20 minutes to Deboche.<\/p>\n<h3>Day 6 Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>Day six will meet you with a few hours of trekking to the village of Pangboche, where you will find the oldest monastery in the whole of the Khumbu region.&nbsp;Lunch will be found at the charming Shomare.&nbsp;You will then trek for a few more hours before reaching the lodge in a small Sherpa village called Dingboche.&nbsp;The whole day is about 12 km!<\/p>\n<h3>Day 7 Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>When you\u2019re at an altitude of around 4700m, you\u2019ll need to acclimatize yourself or you can suffer from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.princeton.edu\/~oa\/safety\/altitude.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">altitude sickness from going too high, too fast<\/a>.&nbsp;Therefore you will be spending a few days in Dingboche and the surrounding areas.&nbsp;You can enjoy day hikes to Chukkung, or make your way to Lhotse.&nbsp;Enjoy the views of jagged mountain ridges, insane natural ice formations, and the gorgeous Everest.<\/p>\n<h3>Day 8 Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>Slow and steady on day eight as well.&nbsp;Here you will hike under Pokalde Peak.&nbsp;Today is another day of getting your body used to the altitude.&nbsp;Enjoy the settlement of Dugla, and the quaint lodge you\u2019ll spend the night in.&nbsp;You can see the Ghola Glacier during the day, and gaze at the majestic peak of Cholatse!<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/GoGreenTravelGreen-2014\/i-gjrntnN\/0\/c7e27fec\/L\/Cholatse%20Nepal%20Mountain%20Hike%20to%20Mt%20Everest%20Bas%20Camp-L.jpg\" alt=\"Cholatse Nepal Mountain Hike to Mt Everest Bas Camp\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\"><\/p>\n<h3>Day 9 Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>Day nine is one of the shortest days of trekking.&nbsp;You will hike alongside the Khumbu Glacier and end your day in the lodge at Lobuche.<\/p>\n<h3>Day 10 Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>On day ten you\u2019ll head north and climb towards the Base Camp.&nbsp;You\u2019ll get to see the full grandeur of the Khumbu Glacier, and lodge at Gorak Shep.&nbsp;You can also choose to do a sunset ascent of Kala Patar!<\/p>\n<h3>Day 11 Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>Day Eleven is the day you\u2019ve been waiting for.&nbsp;Here you will make your way to the Everest Basecamp!&nbsp;The camp rests at 5364m!&nbsp;You\u2019ll walk along the Khumbu Glacier, take in the glory of the Khumbu Icefal, and then make your way back down to Gorak Shep.&nbsp;You will spend the evening near the clinic at Pheriche!&nbsp;You did it!&nbsp;You made it to the Base Camp!<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/GoGreenTravelGreen-2014\/i-LFxm8rS\/0\/7386ca6b\/L\/mountains-1712082_1280-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mountains Mount Everest base camp Mountaineering\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\"><\/p>\n<h3>Day 12 Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>Day Twelve will be making your way across the Khumbu River and go below Dingboche.&nbsp;Pass through Pangboche, and enjoy the views of the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Tengboche_Monastery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Thyangboche Monastery<\/a>!&nbsp;You\u2019ll spend the night in the small village of Phortse after a long day of hiking!<\/p>\n<h3>Day 13 Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>From the heights of Phortse you will make you way down to the river and into the Gokyo Valle.&nbsp;Trek across the plank bridge and enjoy the descent back onto the main Everest Trail.&nbsp;From here you will then make your way back down to the Namche Bazaar!&nbsp;You\u2019ll have another afternoon to shop, enjoy, and sightsee.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/GoGreenTravelGreen-2014\/i-5F5SwTM\/0\/c61a04bf\/L\/Lake%20Mountain%20Gokyo%20Khumbu%20Himalaya%20Nepal%20Cairn-L.jpg\" alt=\"Lake Mountain Gokyo Khumbu Himalaya Nepal Cairn\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\"><\/p>\n<h3>Day 14 Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>Day fourteen is the last day of trekking!&nbsp;Cross the river a few times to make your way to the village of Monjo.&nbsp;Gradually descending down for lunch near the first lodge you stayed at on your trip!&nbsp;You will finally make your way back to Lukla to spend the night in a lodge.<\/p>\n<h3>Day 15 Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>Fly back to Kathmandu, check into your hotel, and enjoy a day of much deserved rest!&nbsp;You can choose to sightsee in Kathmandu as well!<\/p>\n<h3>Day 16 Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>Day sixteen is essentially the last day in the beautiful Nepalese region of the world.&nbsp;Spend the day shopping, relaxing, or exploring the streets of this amazing city!<\/p>\n<h3>Day 17 Hike to Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>This is the last day of your trip!&nbsp;Make your way home, or extend your holiday, it\u2019s up to you!<\/p>\n<h3>Remarkable Adventure to Mt. Everest Base Camp<\/h3>\n<p>There you have it!&nbsp;An adventure that will make memories to last you your whole life!&nbsp;Share you photos with your friends, give your children the souvenirs you bought at the authentic Nepalese bazaars, and remember fondly your trek to Everest Base Camp!<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Related Content:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/7-best-helicopter-tours-in-nepal-costs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Best Helicopter Tours in Nepal Costs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/hitchhikers-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HitchHikers&#8217; Guide to Global Tourism<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/best-holiday-destinations-for-hikers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Best Holiday Destinations for Hikers<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hike to Everest Base Camp &#8211; Adventure means taking risks, getting out of your comfort zone, and exploring the world around you.&nbsp;Year after year, climbers and nature enthusiasts flock to Mount Everest, the planet Earth\u2019s tallest mountain.&nbsp;The bravest, most skilled &#8230; <a title=\"Hike to Everest Base Camp Trek ~ Complete Day-by-Day Trek Guide\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/plan-hike-to-everest-base-camp\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Hike to Everest Base Camp Trek ~ Complete Day-by-Day Trek Guide\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":46960,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46953"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/11"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=46953"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46953\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/46960"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=46953"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=46953"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=46953"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}