How long is the Everest Base Camp trek? The round trip from Lukla is approximately 130km, taking 12–14 days. This guide covers daily distances, stage-by-stage breakdown, altitude profile, and how long the full journey from Kathmandu takes.
Everest Base Camp Trek Packing List 2026
The complete Everest Base Camp trek packing list for 2026. What to wear, what to carry, what to rent in Kathmandu, and what to leave at home — a practical gear guide from experienced EBC guides.
Altitude Sickness on the Everest Base Camp Trek
Altitude sickness is one of the biggest risks on the Everest Base Camp trek. This guide covers symptoms of AMS, HACE, and HAPE, how to prevent altitude illness, acclimatisation schedules, Diamox use, and when to descend or evacuate.
How Difficult Is the Everest Base Camp Trek?
The Everest Base Camp trek is rated moderately difficult to challenging — physically demanding due to distance and altitude, but technically non-technical with no climbing required. This guide covers fitness requirements, difficulty by section, altitude challenges, and who can realistically complete the trek.
Everest Base Camp Trek Cost 2026/2027
A complete breakdown of the Everest Base Camp trek cost for 2026 and 2027. Covers permits, flights, guide and porter fees, teahouse accommodation, food, gear, and total budget estimates for different trekking styles.
Best Time to Trek to Everest Base Camp
The best time to trek to Everest Base Camp is during autumn (September–November) and spring (March–May). October is the single best month for clear views and stable weather. This guide covers every season, month-by-month temperatures, crowd levels, and tips for choosing your ideal trekking window.
Hiring a Guide for the Everest Base Camp Trek: Complete Guide to Finding, Vetting and Working With Your EBC Guide
The question of whether to hire a guide for the Everest Base Camp trek was, for many years, a matter of personal preference. Some trekkers went independently with a map and a teahouse booking; others hired professional guides. In 2023, […]
Gokyo Lakes Trek: The Complete Guide to Nepal’s Most Beautiful High-Altitude Lakes
The Gokyo Lakes are among the most beautiful high-altitude lakes in the world. Sitting at over 4,700 metres in the Ngozumpa Glacier valley of the Khumbu region, the five main lakes of the Gokyo system glow with an extraordinary turquoise […]
Kala Patthar: The Best Viewpoint for Mount Everest — Complete Guide
There is no viewpoint in the world quite like Kala Patthar. At 5,645 metres above sea level, the small rocky summit above Gorakshep delivers what is almost universally agreed to be the finest view of Mount Everest available to a […]
Wi-Fi and Mobile Signal on the Everest Base Camp Trek
The question every trekker asks before leaving for the Khumbu is not always about altitude or fitness — often it is about connectivity. Can I call home from Namche? Will WhatsApp work above Base Camp? Is there WiFi at Gorakshep? […]