Travel Guide

Everest Base Camp Trek – The Complete 2026 Guide

Cost, itinerary, safety, packing, and expert tips for EBC.

Complete Guide

The Everest Base Camp trek is Nepal's most iconic journey. This guide covers permits, altitude advice, packing lists, best seasons, and how to choose a responsible operator.

Why Trek Here?

Trek

Local insight and practical notes for trek.

Landmarks

Local insight and practical notes for landmarks.

Breathtaking Views

Local insight and practical notes for breathtaking views.

Sherpa Culture

Medication & Altitude Advice

Consult a doctor about Acetazolamide (Diamox) before departure.
Know AMS symptoms: headache, nausea, dizziness, loss of appetite.
Never ascend with worsening symptoms — descend immediately.

Other Details

How to Get There

Fly Kathmandu–Lukla for the classic approach, or trek in from Jiri/Phaplu for a longer acclimatization profile.

Itinerary (12-14 Days)

Detailed guidance on itinerary (12-14 days) for this journey — curated by Peaks Nepal guides.

Difficulty Level

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Altitude Sickness Guide

Detailed guidance on altitude sickness guide for this journey — curated by Peaks Nepal guides.

Flora & Fauna

Detailed guidance on flora & fauna for this journey — curated by Peaks Nepal guides.

Culture & Religion

Detailed guidance on culture & religion for this journey — curated by Peaks Nepal guides.

Packing List

Detailed guidance on packing list for this journey — curated by Peaks Nepal guides.

Food & Water

Detailed guidance on food & water for this journey — curated by Peaks Nepal guides.

Permits Required

Detailed guidance on permits required for this journey — curated by Peaks Nepal guides.

Accommodation

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Travel Information

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Expert Trekking Tips

Detailed guidance on expert trekking tips for this journey — curated by Peaks Nepal guides.