Different Everest Base Camp Trek Routes

Are you considering going on a dream adventure to Everest Base Camp or the Everest region? Don’t worry, Access Nepal will make it possible; you just need one thing, and that is to choose an Everest Base Camp Trek route of your taste.

Popularly known as the “trekking paradise” among travelers and trekkers, the Everest region has been on a trending travel list. It is the place where Mt.Everest (8,849m), the world’s highest mountain in the world is located. Many people dream of seeing Everest from close. It is one of the must-visit destinations before dying.

Trekking to Everest Base Camp is one of the famous trekking destinations in Nepal and globally. The grandeur and beauty of Everest and the other Himalayas have been a major tourist attraction for hundreds of years. Moreover, how could one resist the chance to witness the massive and beautiful Everest, the masterpiece of nature?

But how do you go to the Everest Base Camp Trek? Find out the varieties of routes and select the one that is favorable to you. This blog will help you with everything from the process of selecting the Everest Base Camp Trek route to a detailed itinerary of the packages.

What are the Different Everest Base Camp Trek Routes?

Everest Base Camp Trek is a well-known trekking destination among trekkers and mountain climbers. The Everest Base Camp trek route is a moderate-level trekking destination. The high altitude and unstable weather conditions make trekking to EBC challenging. First of all, the key part before visiting there is during the best season for trekking in Nepal, and then knowing the Everest Base Camp Trek route.

Though the Everest Base Camp Trek is challenging, it’s not an impossible thing to do. Selecting the right Everest Base Camp Trek route will make the adventure fun and successful. To make your expedition to Everest Base Camp successful, we have selected a popular Everest package that follows different Everest Base Camp Trek routes.

1. Classic Everest Base Camp Trek-15 Days

If you love to travel in a luxurious and comfortable way, Classic Everest Base Camp Trek is a great option. It is a 15-day Everest Base Camp Trek package covering 130 km of total distance. This package gives you extra comfort throughout the trek. You will get to stay in 4-star hotels in Kathmandu and standard teahouses throughout your stay in Nepal.

The Classic Everest Base Camp Trek route is quite similar to the standard trek package. The differences are Classic Everest Base Camp route is followed by arriving in Kathmandu, and the next day is sightseeing in Kathmandu, then a flight to Lukla. However, the route to EBC doesn’t include the sightseeing trip.

Furthermore, the Classic Everest Base Camp Trek Route takes you to Lukla from Kathmandu via a helicopter flight on a twin-sharing basis. Another trekking itinerary of Classic follows the same route as the Everest Base Camp Trek. This is a premium package who love first-class services.

The standard outline of the Classic Everest Base Camp Trekking route goes by: Kathmandu (KTM), Sightseeing of KTM, Heli Flight to Lukla, Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorakshep, Everest Base Camp, Back to Gorakshep, Kalapatthar, Pheriche, Namche, Flight to Lukla, and Kathmandu.

2. Everest Base Camp Trek-14 Days

Everest Base Camp Trek is the best-selling package in the Everest region. It is a 14-day package that follows the standard Everest Base Camp Trek route. This package is popular among travelers and mountaineers. The beautiful mountain views and the trails make the journey adventure-worthy.

The basic Everest Base Camp route follows arriving in Kathmandu and then going to Lukla. Unlike in Classic Everest Base Camp route, which has sightseeing activity on day 2, the 14-day Everest Base Camp Trek route doesn’t include that. On the second day, the route is followed by a thrilling flight trip from Kathmandu to Lukla.

After the flight to Lukla, the route will continue via trekking to Phakding. From Phakding, the Everest Base Camp Trek route goes by Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Everest Base Camp, Gorakshep, Kalapatthar, Pheriche, Namche Bazaar, Lukla, and return flight to Kathmandu.

3. Everest Base Camp Trek by Road-16 Days

Everest Base Camp Trek by Road is one of the trending and demanded by many. Though the route is also similar to the packages in the middle, the rest of the Everest Base Camp Trek route map is completely different.

The Everest Base Camp Trek by Road package covers 200 to 300km of the total distance. This package is longer than other Everest region packages and covers a long amount of distance. However, the Everest Base Camp Trek by Road gives you new experiences and adventures.

Everest Base Camp Trek by Road route follows the off-road trip from Kathmandu. It doesn’t include the flight trip, which is good for people who have fears of flying. The off-road trip starts from Kathmandu to Thamndanda in a jeep. Likewise, from the Thamndanda, we will trek to Phakding, followed by the route of Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorakshep, Everest Base Camp, Kalapatthar, Pheriche, Namche Bazaar, Chaurikharka, Thamndanda, and a jeep drive to Kathmandu.

4. Gokyo to Everest Base Camp Trek

The Gokyo to Everest Base Camp Trek 18-Day is a package best suited for people wanting to experience the beauty of the Gokyo Valley and Gokyo Lakes while also conquering the Everest Base Camp. This trek takes you through a unique route toward the Everest Base Camp. The route is much less crowded than the popular Everest Base Camp trail, which hence why a great option for trekkers looking for an alternative trekking route to the Everest Base Camp trek.

The unique Gokyo to Everest Base Camp trek route follows a different path after the trek to Namche Bazaar and acclimatization. Instead of the common trek toward the Tengboche and Dingboche route, here you will trek to Phortse, en route toward the Gokyo Valley. This trail is much less crowded and a lot more peaceful compared to the classic Everest Base Camp trail.

After the trek to Phortse, you will continue to the village of Macchermo and then reach the beautiful Gokyo Valley. Famous for its mesmerizing Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri, the valley is a must-visit site for anyone looking for a different and peaceful path to Everest Base Camp. The next day, you will trek to Dragnag, and finally, following this trek, you will trek toward Dzongla via Cho La Pass, a high-altitude pass that connects the route to the Everest Base Camp.

The Gokyo to Everest Base Camp trek is one of the best alternative trekking routes to the Everest Base Camp trek possible. This route not only offers a much quieter and peaceful journey, but you also get to enjoy the hidden gem of a beauty, the Gokyo Valley, and its serene Lakes along the way, making this particular route one of the best alternate trekking routes to Everest Base Camp.

5. Everest Base Camp to Gokyo Trek

The Everest Base Camp to Gokyo Trek 19-Day is another alternate journey one can take to experience the Everest Base Camp trek on another level. Similar to the Gokyo to Everest Base Camp trek, this follows the classic Everest Base Camp route, but then, after conquering the Base Camp, you trek toward the beautiful Gokyo Valley.

After you complete your trek to Everest Base Camp, you then trek back to Pheriche and continue on your journey, trekking to the beautiful villages of Phortse and Macchermo, and head toward the hidden gem of the Khumbu region, Gokyo Valley.

6. Everest Base Camp Trek by Helicopter

Trekking to the Everest Base Camp by helicopter can be a great alternative trekking option, especially if you’re someone looking for a luxurious and comfortable trek. These rides offer much more beautiful views of the mountain ranges, lakes, and glaciers, and can be a great option to avoid crowded parts of the trek. At Access Nepal, we provide trekkers with options for trekking via Helicopter rides to enhance their experience.

Deluxe Everest Heli Trek

Our Deluxe Everest Heli Trek 11-Day is a premium package suited for trekkers looking for a luxurious trek without compromising on the experience of trekking to the Everest Base Camp. On this package, we follow the traditional trekking route and reach the Everest Base Camp, but instead of trekking back, you return via a Helicopter flight.

The helicopter flight back also takes you through the scenic and magical Gokyo Valley and Lakes.

On the Deluxe Everest Heli Trek, we follow the following Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

Day 2: Helicopter Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, then trek to Phakding

Day 3: Trek to Namche Bazaar

Day 4: Namche Acclimatization and Rest Day

Day 5: Trek to Tengboche

Day 6: Trek to Dingboche

Day 7: Acclimatization Day at Dingboche

Day 8: Trek to Lobuche

Day 9: Trek to Gorakshep and Everest Base Camp, then back to Gorakshep

Day 10: Trek to Kala Patthar and back to Gorakshep, Return flight from Gorakshep via Helicopter to Kathmandu

Day 11: Departure

 

Lukla to Everest Base Camp Trek Route

The Lukla to Everest Base Camp Trek route also follows the same typical Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary. In general, the Everest Base Camp trek route made by the Everest Base Camp Trek Nepal companies follows the same itinerary outline. The itinerary of the above Mount Everest Base Camp Trek route is the standard outline.

However, the Lukla to Everest Base Camp Trek route starts from Lukla and is followed by the trek to Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorakshep, Everest Base Camp, back to Gorakshep, Kalapatthar, Pheriche, Namche Bazaar, and Lukla. This is the typical itinerary of the Lukla to Everest Base Camp Route.

But there is no international or direct flight to Lukla. Therefore, if you are visiting Everest Base Camp, first of all, you have to take an international flight to Kathmandu and then a domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla.

In conclusion, there are various Everest Base Camp Trek routes besides these. For more options, you can visit the Access Nepal Tours and Trekking homepage and select your favorite one. The Access Nepal team provides top-notch service and quality products with safety.

Lukla to Everest Base Camp Distance

The total trekking distance from Lukla to Everest Base Camp is approximately 65 km (40 miles) one way, and for a round trip, it is about 130 km (80 miles). The trek typically takes about 8 to 12 days, including various acclimatization stops along the way for safe travel to the base camp of the world’s highest mountain.

The trail is filled with beautiful mountains along the way and blooming Rhododendron forests. The route heavily involves rocky terrain, stone staircases, high-altitude suspension bridges, and glacier lakes for you to experience on your way to the Everest Base Camp.

The Everest Base Camp trek distance covers all the trekking routes of steep ascents and descents along the way, with slippery trails as well, making the trekking journey challenging and adventurous for adventure seekers out there.

Alternative Trekking Routes to Everest Base Camp via Ramechhap/Manthali Airport

Another one of many alternative trekking routes to Everest Base Camp trek involves an early, long drive to Ramechhap (Manthali) airport for a flight to Lukla. During the busy trekking seasons like Spring (March to May) and Autumn (October and November), there are very low chances that you will get direct flights from Kathmandu to Lukla.

So, instead, the early morning drive to Ramechhap airport and boarding the plane from there to Lukla can be one of the alternative trekking routes to the Everest Base Camp trek.

Why board the flight via Ramechhap(Manthali) Airport?

Boarding the flight through Manthali Airport can be quite beneficial and a wise choice. As most trekkers prefer to board the flight from Kathmandu, there is a very low chance of your flight being delayed at Manthali Airport.

You can easily get tickets to Lukla through Manthali Airport without any hassle. This alternate route can be a time-saver and a much more cost-efficient route.

If you are looking to book the flight from Kathmandu, we highly advise you to book with us at least 3 to 6 months prior to avoid flight delay issues and potential cancellations.

Everest Base Camp Trek Cost

With all of these alternative routes to the Everest Base Camp trek, there comes the question of cost. Your trek’s budget plays a critical role in your overall trekking experience.

All the alternative routes include alternative costs as well. A helicopter tour can cost more than a trek-by-road package option. Similarly, the cost entirely depends on your personal needs and preferences on your trek to Everest Base Camp.

Our most-selling package, the Everest Base Camp Trek 14-day starts at the cost of USD 1490 per person. This cost includes all the essential charges such as accommodation, food and drinks, permit fees, guide cost, and domestic flight tickets. And you can enjoy discounts the more people you bring in on this trekking adventure.

Early booking can also play a critical role in getting flight tickets early and enjoying additional early booking discounts.

We currently have our bookings open for the years 2025 and 2026 with various trekking packages and routes as an option for trekkers around the world. All of the packages offered by our team at Access Nepal are carefully crafted, considering all the aspects such as preferences, luxury, routes, and more to give more people the best possible trekking experience at the Everest Base Camp.