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EBC Trek is quite challenging trekking trail of the Nepal that lies in the heart of the Khumbu Valley. it is one of the most renowned and awe - inspiring destination for those trekkers seeking for absolute answer for its remarkable beauty of '''Roof of The world” it means the highest mountain in Asia and '' Chomolungma "Goddess Mother of the World " in Sherpa Language and Nepali name is Sagarmatha " Head of the Sky " Mount Everest was named after Sir George Everest. The first ascent was in 1953 by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa through the Western path via the Khumbu ice- fall.Everest Base Camp Trek lets us experience astounding mountain views, get glimpses of the life of the world famous mountain climbers (the Sherpas), enter Sagarmatha National Park, a world heritage site and tour high altitude Buddhist monasteries.

Trekking to the Everest Base Camp of Nepal also provides us an opportunity to embark on an epic journey that Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay set off to in 1953. Nothing beats the thrill and sense of accomplishment that grips hikers on seeing the power and grace of the mighty mountain up close. You can have impressive views on the way to Everest Base Camp Trail. An Everest base camp trek is the adventure of a lifetime, a journey for those whose dreams soar higher than even the clouds. Miles from cars, conveniences, and daily luxuries, you'll saturate your spirit in natural beauty and stretch your personal endurance beyond what you thought possible.

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Day 1	KATHMANDU: ARRIVAL DAY Altitude: 1,350m/4,428ft. Arrive at the airport and transfer to a hotel.Stay overnight and prepare for the trek.
Day 2	KATHMANDU TO LUKLA FLIGHT AND PHAKDING Altitude: 2,800m/9184ft (Lukla) & 2,652m/8,698ft (Phakding) Walking Distance: 8km (3-4 hours) - approximate. Flight time: 35 min Take a flight to Lukla, you’ll be introduced to your guide and porter. Kick off your trek with an easy walk through Chaurikharka village and descent towards Dudhkoshi Ghat (2,530m/8,300ft). The trail follows the bank of the Dudhkoshi River until Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft), where we will be staying for the night to acclimatize.
Day 3	PHAKDING TO NAMCHE BAZAAR Altitude: 3,440m/11,283ft Walking Distance: 10-12km (5-6 hours) Our trail takes us first over the Dudhkoshi River via a long suspension bridge, and then through a beautiful pine forest to Monjo, about two hours away. Soon thereafter, we will approach the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park for a brief permit check and then descend to Dudh Kosi River (spotting Mani stones along the way!) en route to Jorsale. Our path along the riverbank is flanked by two crossings, one of which is the Hillary Suspension Bridge. It’s a tough climb up the hill to our resting place, but you’ll be rewarded in Namche Bazaar with your first glimpse of Everest in its majesty.
Day 4	NAMCHE BAZAAR: REST AND ACCLIMATIZATION DAY Altitude: 3,440m/11,283ft At this point, we take a well-deserved break! Today will be spent resting and allowing our bodies to become acclimatized to the lofty altitude. There’s an optional 2 hour hike to Everest View Point, an uphill walk that will help speed acclimatization. Otherwise, spend the day exploring Namche Bazaar. Check out the Sherpa museum for an overview of the Sherpa culture and history of mountaineering. On Saturdays, the Hatt Bazaar is open for trading and an intimate look at the locals’ marketplace. It is part of the larger Namche Bazaar, a shopping hub filled with all manner of trekking and mountaineering clothing and equipment.
Day 5	NAMCHE BAZAAR TO TENGBOCHE Altitude: 3,870m/12,684ft Walking Distance: 10km (6 hours Breathtaking views of the Himalayas - Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kwangde - are some of the highlights not be missed. A short drop takes us to the riverside, then it’s across the river upwards through the forest pass. Brace your legs for a continual uphill trek at this point, alternating between a gradual grade and some seriously steep ground. Our destination, Tengboche, is known as one of the most beautiful places in the Everest region. Its views, which include Ama Dablam, are legendary. We’ll stop in on the Tengboche monastery, which is one of the largest in Khumbu.Stay overnight.
Day 6	TENGBOCHE TO DINGBOCHE Altitude: 4,400m/14,435ft Walking Distance: 11km (6 hours) Our trek today kicks off with a walk through the rhododendron forest to Deboche followed by a bridge over the raging Imja Khol River. We’ll pass the valley wall and then traverse the plains to Pangboche village, the biggest settlement of Sherpas in the region. Enjoy a great opportunity to observe a typical Sherpa village and have lunch with the locals! The intrepid can brave a brief hike to the Pangboche monastery, one of the oldest in the area. Our afternoon trek will be a difficult one, as the landscape gives way to dry, deserted mountains and we hike towards Dingboche.
Day 7	DINGBOCHE: REST AND ACCLIMATIZATION DAY Altitude: 4,400m/14,435ft Savor a full day of exploring Dingboche and the surrounding valleys of Chhukung and Imja, the latter of which links with Island Peak, the high passes of Amphu Laptsa, and Makalu Barun National Park. Taking an optional trek to the valleys will pay off in rewarding views, but taking it easy is the most important thing today. Rest for the penultimate day of ascent tomorrow.
Day 8	DINGBOCHE TO LOBUCHE Altitude: 4,900m/16,076ft Walking Distance: 11-12 km (6-7 hours) From here on forth, the trek will move more gradually be more challenging, due to the higher altitude. We’ll pass Dungla, but not before a tough, steep walk to the top of a high hill. Here are the memorial stupas dedicated to the climbers and trekkers who lost their lives to Everest over the years. The next part of our adventure brings over craggy mountain terrain to Lobuche, a small settlement with amazing views of Mt. Lobuche, Mt. Pumari and the Nuptse.
Day 9	LOBUCHE TO GORAKSHEP AND EVEREST BASE CAMP, EBC TO GOREKSHEP Altitude: 5180m/16,994ft (Gorekshep) & 5364m/17598 (EBC) Distance of walking: 15km (6-8 hours) The subsequent, straight trail to Everest Base Camp is harder, involving rocky dunes and moraine, formed accumulation of unconsolidated glacial debris. On the way to our destination, we’ll approach the famed Khumbu Glacier and icefall, located on the slopes of Everest. As the afternoon sun starts to wane, we’ll head back to Gorekshep for some much-needed rest and relaxation after a grueling and busy day.
Day 10	GOREKSHEP TO KALAPATHAR AND PHERICHE Altitude: 5,545m/18,192ft (Kalapathar) & 4,320m/14,173ft (Pheriche) Walking distance: 12-13km (5-6 hours) We’ll wake before dawn today to trek towards Kalapathar (which means “black rock”) for a fiery, glorious sunrise over Mt. Everest. The day’s first light will illuminate your spectacular view of Nuptse Nup, Changtse and Lhotse. Afterwards, it’s back to Gorekshep and down in the direction of Pheriche, our nighttime stop. Our pace will be a lot brisker as we descend, and the walking is easier going this way.
Day 11	PHERICHE TO NAMCHE Altitude: 3,440m/11,284ft Distance of walking: 13-15km (7-8 hours) The walk from Pheriche back to Tengboche is mainly downhill, although it does, counterintuitively, require an hour scaling a hill. We’ll be in Namche by late afternoon and off to bed before our last day on the mountain.
Day 12	NAMCHE TO PHAKDING AND LUKLA Altitude: 2,800m/9,184ft Walking Distance: 16km (6-7 hours) Our arrival in Lukla brings an evening in our last Tea House and, traditionally, a party with your trekking crew: you made it! Thanks to great teamwork and perseverance, you’ve accomplished a physical feat of which others only dream.
Day 13	LUKLA TO KATHMANDU Altitude: 1350m/4428ft Flight time: 35 min In the morning, you’ll hop a brief flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, where your journey both began and ends. You’ll transfer to your hotel upon landing for some much-needed solo rest and reflection after your trek conquering the Himalayas.
Day 14	KATHMANDU: DEPARTURE DAY Altitude: 1,350m/4,428ft Arrive at the airport and check in for final departure.