Day 01
Arrive in Kathmandu
Airport transfer, hotel check-in and team briefing.
All projectsNepal · 2027
Everest Base Camp
Duration
15 days
Highest point
5,545 m
Departures
April / October 2027
Group
2–6 participants
The objective
A deliberately paced journey through the Khumbu to Everest Base Camp, with acclimatisation time in Namche and Dingboche and an early ascent of Kala Patthar for the clearest view of Everest.
Physical demand
3/5
Technical demand
1/5
Suitability
Experience required
No technical climbing background is required. Applicants should have recent experience of consecutive full-day hikes, be comfortable on steep uneven trails and arrive able to walk for five to eight hours over multiple days. Previous altitude exposure is useful but not essential.
Preparation focus
Aerobic endurance, uphill economy, downhill resilience, daypack conditioning and reliable recovery across consecutive trekking days.
Included for every participant
12-week personalised Mountain Ready PRO and Sports Psychology Session.
Route plan
Concise itinerary
Days 02–04
Lukla to Namche Bazaar
Fly to Lukla, trek through Phakding and climb to Namche. An acclimatisation day introduces the first sustained mountain views.
Days 05–07
Tengboche and Dingboche
Continue through the upper Khumbu, with a second acclimatisation day from Dingboche toward Chhukung.
Days 08–10
Lobuche, Base Camp and Kala Patthar
Reach Lobuche and Gorak Shep, walk to Everest Base Camp, then climb Kala Patthar before descending to lower altitude.
Days 11–13
Return to Lukla and Kathmandu
Retrace the valley through Namche, finish in Lukla and fly back to Kathmandu.
Days 14–15
Contingency and departure
A weather buffer in Kathmandu followed by the scheduled airport transfer.
Mountain itineraries remain flexible. The expedition leader may adjust the plan for weather, trail, route, acclimatisation or safety considerations.
Programme
Included
- 12-week personalised Mountain Ready PRO preparation programme
- Sports Psychology Session
- Airport transfers and scheduled domestic transport in Nepal
- Scheduled accommodation and meals during the mountain programme
- Required local permits, route logistics and Nepal-based support team
- Guide and porter support, including staff insurance and group medical kit
Plan for
Not included
- International flights and Nepal entry visa
- Personal travel, medical and high-altitude rescue insurance
- Personal clothing, footwear and specialist equipment
- Meals in Kathmandu unless specifically stated in the final trip brief
- Personal expenses, charging, showers, communications, drinks and laundry
- Gratuities, evacuation costs and additional expenses caused by delays or itinerary changes
Admission by application
Start with a conversation, not a checkout.
We will review your experience, current capability and preparation timeline before confirming suitability. Programme pricing is provided privately after application.