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StrenuousKhumbu, Nepal
Everest Base Camp Trek
The world's most iconic trek — follow the footsteps of mountaineers to the base of Everest through Sherpa villages, Buddhist monasteries, and dramatic Himalayan scenery.
Quick Answer
The Everest Base Camp trek takes 12–16 days, reaches a maximum altitude of 5,364m, and costs $1200–$2200 total (permits included). It is rated strenuous and best done in spring or fall.
Duration
12–16
days
Max Altitude
5,364m
17,598 ft
Total Cost
$1200–$2200
USD per person
Best Seasons
spring
fall
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Trek Highlights
- Namche Bazaar Sherpa culture
- Tengboche Monastery
- Kala Patthar sunrise view
- Everest Base Camp 5364m
- Sherpa villages and yak pastures
Permits & Documents Required
TIMS Card
$20 (individual) / $10 (group)Trekkers' Information Management System card required for all trekkers
Nepal Tourism Board, Kathmandu or PokharaProcessing: Same day
Sagarmatha National Park Permit
$30 (SAARC) / $30 (Foreigner)Entry permit for Sagarmatha National Park where Everest Base Camp is located
National Park entry gate at MonjoProcessing: On the spot
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Fee
NPR 2,000 (~$15)Local government fee for trekking in Khumbu region
Lukla or Monjo checkpointProcessing: On the spot
Tip: Get your TIMS card and permits from the Nepal Tourism Board office in Kathmandu or Pokhara before starting your trek. Bring passport-sized photos and a copy of your passport.
Complete Equipment Checklist
🧥Clothing(12 items)
- Moisture-wicking base layers
- Fleece mid-layer jacket
- Waterproof shell jacket
- Trekking trousers (zip-off)
- Thermal underwear
- Warm hat & sun hat
- Gloves (liner + insulated)
- Wool/synthetic hiking socks (4+ pairs)
- Gaiters
- Down jacket (-20C)
- Balaclava / neck gaiter
- Insulated trekking boots
🎒Gear(8 items)
- 60–70L trekking backpack
- Sleeping bag (-10C rated)
- Trekking poles (collapsible)
- Headlamp + spare batteries
- Water bottles (2× 1L)
- Waterproof stuff sacks
- Crampons / microspikes
- UV-protection sunglasses (Cat 4)
🩺Essentials(9 items)
- Passport + permit photocopies
- First aid kit
- Diamox (altitude sickness prevention)
- Sunscreen SPF50+ & lip balm
- Water purification tablets
- Snacks (energy bars, trail mix)
- Cash in NPR (ATMs unreliable on trail)
- Oxygen saturation monitor (pulse oximeter)
- Emergency whistle
📷Optional(7 items)
- Kindle / book
- Playing cards
- Binoculars
- Journal & pen
- Portable charger (10000mAh+)
- Camera with extra batteries (cold drains fast)
- Satellite communicator (InReach)
📖 In-depth guide available
Read our complete day-by-day Everest Base Camp guide with permit costs, teahouse tips, and altitude acclimatization advice.
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