Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek
Walk through Sherpa villages and quiet Khumbu valleys to the foot of Ama Dablam. A 13-day journey for those who want a different view of the Everest region.
USD 1,900 / person↗
Everest · trekking
Gokyo Lakes + Everest Base Camp
A complete high-Khumbu journey combining Gokyo Lakes, Cho La, Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar in one adventurous route.
Ask about my dates ↗USD 2,100 per person · optional extras separateRooms included · trekking meals paid separately
Duration17 days
Maximum altitude5,545 m
DifficultyStrenuous
Best seasonMar–May · Sep–Nov
StyleFixed departures / Private
Get to know the route.
Take a look at the daily plan and what’s included. We’ll confirm availability and any changes with you before you book.
Is this your trip?
- Duration
- 17 days
- Maximum altitude
- 5,545 m
- Difficulty
- Strenuous
- Best season
- Mar–May · Sep–Nov
- Style
- Fixed departures / Private
Rooms included. Trekking meals and drinks are paid separately.
Your itinerary.
The sequence below is the planned Gokyo Lakes + Everest Base Camp route. Daily movement can change with weather, trail access and the group. Your written itinerary confirms transport, rooms and the operating arrangements.
Day 1 · Arrive Kathmandu
Meet our team for the airport transfer and settle into your Kathmandu room. Review the Gokyo Lakes + Everest Base Camp route, equipment and transport arrangements before setting off.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 2 · Fly Lukla → Phakding
Take the scheduled mountain flight and continue with the day’s planned transfer or walk. Flight timing and the Kathmandu or Ramechhap airport arrangement are confirmed before travel; weather delays can change this stage.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 3 · Phakding → Namche
Climb to Namche Bazaar. The trail leads to the main Sherpa town of the Khumbu. Leave time to rest after the climb into the village and check the next stage with your guide.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 4 · Namche acclimatization
Keep the same overnight base and take a guide-led local walk only as appropriate. Use the afternoon to rest and review readiness for the next stage of Gokyo Lakes + Everest Base Camp.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 5 · Namche → Dole
Trek via Mong and Phortse Thanga. Leave the main base-camp route for the Gokyo valley. This stage introduces a quieter sequence of lodge stops on the way toward the lakes.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 6 · Dole → Machhermo
Gradual ascent. Keep the afternoon free after the walk. The next stage rises toward the Gokyo lakes, so there is no need to add a demanding side trip.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 7 · Machhermo → Gokyo
Reach the Gokyo Lakes. Explore the lakeside settlement with your guide and leave time for the planned viewpoint or acclimatization walk. The lake circuit depends on the conditions.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 8 · Gokyo Ri
Sunrise ascent and acclimatization. Explore the lakeside settlement with your guide and leave time for the planned viewpoint or acclimatization walk. The lake circuit depends on the conditions.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 9 · Gokyo → Thagnak
Cross the Ngozumpa Glacier area. Follow the planned gokyo → thagnak stage with your guide. The exact stops and pace are agreed around current access and the time available, with the next stage reviewed before continuing.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 10 · Cho La → Dzongla
Cross Cho La in suitable conditions. Follow the planned cho la → dzongla stage with your guide. The exact stops and pace are agreed around current access and the time available, with the next stage reviewed before continuing.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 11 · Dzongla → Lobuche
Join the classic EBC trail. Continue into the upper Khumbu and prepare for the next high-altitude stage. Lodges are simple here, with limited facilities compared with the lower villages.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 12 · Lobuche → Gorak Shep → Everest Base Camp
Reach Everest Base Camp and return to Gorak Shep. Follow the glacier-side approach to the trekking viewpoint at base camp. Expedition tents and camp activity vary with the season; this is a trek visit rather than entry into an expedition camp.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 13 · Kala Patthar → Pheriche
Early ascent to Kala Patthar and descend. Descend to this lower village for the night after the high point of the route. The change of pace gives time to rest before the return walk.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 14 · Pheriche → Namche
Long descent to Namche. The trail leads to the main Sherpa town of the Khumbu. Leave time to rest after the climb into the village and check the next stage with your guide.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 15 · Namche → Lukla
Finish the trek. Return to the trail’s air gateway and prepare your bags for the flight. The flight schedule remains dependent on mountain weather.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 16 · Fly Lukla → Kathmandu
Take the scheduled mountain flight and continue with the day’s planned transfer or walk. Flight timing and the Kathmandu or Ramechhap airport arrangement are confirmed before travel; weather delays can change this stage.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 17 · Departure
Complete the final Gokyo Lakes + Everest Base Camp arrangements and transfer for your onward journey. Keep international connections separate from weather-sensitive mountain flights and allow any recommended buffer nights.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
What’s included.
Trekking accommodation is room only: breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks are paid separately. On climbing trips, meals are included only for the climbing section specified below.
Included
- Kathmandu airport transfers for the scheduled itinerary
- Room accommodation in the city and mountain lodges listed in the itinerary
- Route permits and local entry fees required for the published trek
- Trekking guide and the porter support specified in your quotation
- Scheduled route transport, with the vehicle or domestic flight sectors stated in your quotation
- Pre-trek briefing and logistics coordination
- Applicable package taxes and service charges
Not included
- All meals and drinks during the trek; mountain lodges are room only
- International flights
- Nepal visa
- Travel and emergency rescue insurance
- Personal trekking equipment
- Showers, charging, Wi-Fi and lodge extras
- Tips and personal expenses
- Extra costs caused by weather, Lukla flight disruption or circumstances beyond our control
Illustrated route
N ↑Gokyo Lakes + Everest Base Camp route map.
Choose your dates.
Browse published departures for 2027, 2028 and 2029. If your dates are not listed, ask us about a private trip. We confirm your place and arrangements before payment.
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Dates are the start and end of your Nepal itinerary. Allow additional time for international flights and any recommended contingency days. No payment is taken by the booking form.
Arrive prepared.
Accommodation & meals
City accommodation is arranged according to the confirmed package. On trek, accommodation is generally in lodges or tea houses, usually twin-share. Meal inclusion is stated in the final quotation.
Permits
We arrange the permits required for the published itinerary using the traveller information supplied during booking.
Altitude & safety
The itinerary is paced for realistic acclimatization. Guides monitor walking pace and wellbeing and may adjust the route or schedule when needed.
Equipment
A detailed packing list is provided before departure, including layered clothing, waterproof protection, insulation, footwear, gloves, sun protection and personal essentials.
Best season
Mar–May · Sep–Nov
Your questions, answered.
How long is Gokyo Lakes + Everest Base Camp?
The published duration for Gokyo Lakes + Everest Base Camp is 17 days. Review the day-by-day itinerary for travel, activity and rest days before arranging your flights.
When is the best time for Gokyo Lakes + Everest Base Camp?
The published season for Gokyo Lakes + Everest Base Camp is Mar–May · Sep–Nov. Ask our Nepal team to confirm arrangements and conditions for your preferred dates.
How is altitude and acclimatization handled?
Acclimatization days and shorter walking stages are built into the route where required. Guides monitor pace, symptoms and general wellbeing and may alter the itinerary for safety.
Where will I stay?
Mountain accommodation is generally in tea houses and lodges, usually twin-share. Facilities become simpler as altitude increases.
Which permits are arranged?
Applicable Sagarmatha National Park and Khumbu local entry permits for the published route are arranged by the company using the traveller information supplied.
What should I know about Lukla flights?
Flights are weather-dependent and can be delayed or cancelled. Itineraries should keep flexibility for operational changes and additional costs caused by disruption may apply depending on the final package.
What equipment should I bring?
Layered clothing, waterproof shell, insulated jacket, trekking boots, gloves, hat, sunglasses, sleeping bag, daypack and personal essentials are required. A detailed packing list is supplied.
For route maps, current conditions or a specific requirement, ask our team.
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