The Best time for Everest Base Camp Trek

 

The Best time for Everest Base Camp trek

One of the most popular trekking destinations in the world. The Everest base camp trekking in Nepal. Everyone has dream to see top of the world. Mt Everest (8848 meters) is the highest mountain in the world. Even very difficult to choose the best time for Everest base camp trek. There are two basecamps for expedition this mountain. One is from Tibet side and another one is from Nepal. Why so popular Everest base camp from Nepal side? Because easy to get visa, cheaper than China, there are only tour from Tibet side, from Nepal side minimum 11 days challenging trekking. The reason why it is most popular dream destination Everest Base Camp Trek from Nepal.

There is different season to trek Everest base camp. Now a days the weather is changing unexpected, because of the global warming which makes challenging for the trek to EBC. Even the spring and autumn season is the best time to trekking Everest Base-camp trek Nepal.

Here is weather report according to season 2025.

Spring season (March – May):

Why spring is the best season for the Everest Base camp Trek?

Spring brings to you:

• Pleasant weather: the temperature is moderate, which making your trek comfortable in the Himalaya.
• Blooming wildflowers blossom: Mostly Rhododendron are blossom blooming everywhere, Primula, swastika, orchid and may other wildflowers be blooming. Which make your journey more interesting.
• Clear blue skies: Normally the weather is stable during the spring. Clear weather will bring beautiful views. What you are looking for.
• Longer Day starting: This season is becoming a long day. Where you have enough time to explore the Himalaya.

Temperature during the spring season:

• During the Day time:9°C to 17° C temperature increase on the daytime which is the best temperature in the mountain area.
• During the nighttime: It is about 5°C to -12° -12°C at the elevations of 5140-meter Gorakshep the last guest house in the Everest base camp trek.

 

This is why the spring is the best time for Everest base-camp trek.

Autumn Season (September – November):

 

Why autumn is the best time for Everest base camp trek?

Here is the weather and temperature conditions during the autumn season in Everest route.

• Crystal clear weather: After the long and heavy monsoon, the skies are clear. When the clear weather you will have a great chance to capture beautiful panoramic views.
• Festivals vibes: This season is the greatest Hindus festival like Tihar (Dipawali) and Dasain celebration time, so you will have a big chance to discover the festivals how local celebrate.
• Stable weather: during the autumn season the weather is stable with sunshine and blue skies, what your journey makes memorable.
• It is peak season even every trekker sharing their memorable experience to each other.

Temperature during the autumn season:

How is the temperature during the autumn season?

• During the daytime: The temperature is 1°C to 15°C at lower elevation. And colder as you go higher altitude. Gorakshep (last village in EBC) the temperature is during the day 7°C to -2°
• During the nighttime: The temperature can drop to -9°C to -15° C at Gorakshep village. But in the lower village are warm temperature.
• Best for the Photographer: if you are doing the First-time trekking, then this is the ideal photographers, and cultural devotees.

The reason why autumn is the best trekking to the Everest Base Camp.

In Nepal there are 4 seasons, we are only described 2 (autumn and spring) seasons. The other 2 season (monsoon and winter) are not recommended from us. In the monsoon heavy rain and more chance to have flooding and land sliding, winter is almost frozen all the trails in high elevation, so both are more challenging season. If you are planning trek in this season, we are highly recommended to you hire experience guide and Porters with proper gears.

 

Why Everest Base Camp trek so popular?

The reason is:

• World highest peak Mt. Everest
• Beautiful Khumbu valley, one and another.
• Oldest monasteries with full of Tibetan Buddhism.
• Most popular Namche village.
• Views of Many high peaks, (Everest, Makalu, Lothse, choyu, Nupse, Amadablam) and many long Himalayan ranges.
• A dangerous airport Lukla flight.
• Discover wildlife and
• Sagarmatha national park.

This is the reason what Everest Base camp trek is famous and popular among the trekkers.

 

How expensive to do Everest base camp trek?

This cost is depending on you and the services. Here is the costing for Everest base camp trek:

 

Trekking friendly budget friendly package:

• Cost for 12 days Itinerary:1395/- per person (if you are alone).
• Cost for 12 Days Itinerary:1195/- per person (if the group of two).
• Cost for 12 Days Itinerary: 1095/-per person (if the group of 3 people).
• Cost for 12 days Itinerary: 995/- per person (if the group of 4 people).
• Cost for 12 days Itinerary: 950/-per person (if the group of 5 and more people).

 

• Including: Flight tickets from Kathmandu to lukla – Kathmandu, Basic accommodations and food, guides and porter, and all the necessaries permits.
• This is the budget friendly cost.
• Note: if you are in the group, the price is reducing when becoming more group.

 

• Stander package for the Everest base camp trek:
• Cost for 12 days Itinerary: depending on the services, about the range of the cost from usd $1400 – usd $ 3000/- per person.
• Including: better accommodations, different variety of the food, internal flight has additional support service. Porter and guide.
• If you can afford this package, then the services are the best each and every stop of your journey to Nepal Himalaya.
  • Luxury Packages for Everest basecamp trek:
• Cost for 12 days Itinerary: Between $2,500 to $4,500 and more per person.
• Inclusions: Premium accommodations, huge choice of meals, well experience guides, and porters. Additional flight by helicopter evacuations if necessary.
• Best for those trekkers who seeking a high-comfort trekking experience is the best package for.

 

 

Menu, latest price in 2025 in the Everest base camp route:

• Lukla: In Lukla about Npr. 1000/- per meal.
• Phakding: around Npr. 1100/- per meal.
• Namche: approximately Npr. 1000- 1500/- per meal.
• Tengboche: about Npr.1000-1600/- per meal.
• Dingboche: around Npr. 1000- 2000/- per meal.
• Laboche: Npr.1000-2000/- per meal.
• Gorakshep: Npr. 1000-2000/- per meal.

The best Itinerary for the Everest basecamp trek:

Latest Itinerary for the Everest Base Camp Trek:

Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel 1300 m.

Day 02: Early in the morning flight to Lukla 2840m and trek to Phakding 2610m.

Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazar 3440m.

Day 04: acclomatization day in Namche 3440m.

Day 05: Trek to Diboche/ Pangboche.

Day 06: Trek to Dingboche.

Day 07: Trek to Labuche.

Day 08: Trek to Gorakshep-Basecamp 5310m-Gorakshep5130m.

Day 09: Hike to Kalapathar 5550m and Trek back to Pheriche.

Day 10: Trek back to Namche.

Day 11: Trek back to Lukla.

Day 12: Fly back Kathmandu.

Day 13: Final departure.

Details Itinerary for Everest Basecamp Trek:

Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel 1300m.

Arrival in Kathmandu Nepal international airport and transfer to you in hotel where you stay overnight.

Day 02: Early in the morning flight to Lukla 2840m and trek to Phakding 2610m.

This is your second day in Nepal, you have to wake up early in the morning to fly Lukla. You are starting your day to explore Nepal. Lukla flight is most challenging and wonderful experience. Just 25 minutes fly to Lukla and your trekking start towards Everest Base Camp.

About 3-4 hours (depending on your walking speed) to Phakding. Stay overnight in Phakding for the day.

Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazar 3440m.

After breakfast your second days trek start to Namche bazar. It’s about 5-6 hours walking to Namche.

Day 04: acclimatization day in Namche 3440m.

A day spent in Namche Bazaar The purpose of this day is acclimatization. For sweeping views of Everest, Ama Dablam, and other peaks, you can stroll through Namche Bazaar and hike to the Everest View Hotel or the Khumjung village. Additionally, you will have the chance to visit the Sherpa Culture Museum and discover the customs of the area. You can sample local organic products straight from the down villages at the Saturday local market, where many vendors bring their wares from the lower part of Solukhumbu.

Day 05: Trek to Diboche/ Pangboche.

The trail provides breathtaking views of the Ama Dablam and Everest peaks as it climbs through rhododendron forests. You will arrive in Tengboche, which is home to one of the biggest monasteries in the Khumbu region, the well-known Tengboche Monastery. This mountain has long been well-known in the area and among Buddhists.

Day 06: Trek to Dingboche.

The terrain grows rockier and more desolate as you hike toward Dingboche. Pangboche village, which is well-known for its historic monastery and expansive views of the Himalayan range, will be on your route. Beautiful views of Island Peak, Lhotse, and other peaks can be seen from Dingboche.

Day 07: Trek to Labuche.

The trail winds through the picturesque Khumbu Khola Valley as it progressively climbs towards Lobuche. As you get closer to Lobuche, the terrain gets rougher and stonier, giving you a glimpse of the high-altitude scenery.

Day 08: Trek to Gorakshep-Basecamp 5310m-Gorakshep5130m.

The trek’s most demanding and fruitful day is this one. You will trek along the Khumbu Glacier to Everest Base Camp. You will explore the area and take in the breathtaking views of the Glasser and stunning mountain ranges after arriving at the base camp. Since overnight stays are not permitted at the Everest Base Camp, you will descend to Gorak Shep from there.

Day 09: Hike to Kalapathar 5550m and Trek back to Pheriche.

You will hike in the early morning to Kala Patthar, a well-known and stunning viewpoint that is 5550 meters above sea level and provides stunning views of Mount Everest and the neighboring peaks. You will eat breakfast in Gorapshep after descending from Kala Patthar, and then continue your journey to Pheriche, passing through Lobuche once more.

Day 10: Trek back to Namche.

You’ll go back and descend Namche Bazaar.  You can take in various viewpoints of the mountains and scenery you saw during the ascent by following the descending trail.

Day 11: Trek back to Lukla.

Today marks the end of our journey. Quite a distance, but it’s only a gentle, steep descent, and you’re already strong enough for this trail. In order to celebrate the completion of your Everest Base Camp adventure, you will return to Lukla on the last day of the trek and spend the night there. This is your final opportunity to chat and eat with your porter before you go hiking or trekking again. Porters are shy because they don’t use English very often, but it’s easy to talk to them. Your porter will deliver your luggage to the Lukla airport in the morning, after which you will take a flight back to Kathmandu.

Day 12: Fly back Kathmandu.

You’ll take a picturesque flight from Lukla to Kathmandu in the morning. You will be taken to your hotel when you arrive in Kathmandu. The remainder of the day can be spent relaxing sightseeing, or shopping for trinkets.

Day 13: Final departure.

Our Ascend Hikes representative will drop you off at the airport so you can make your final flight back home. We hope to see you again for more adventures in the Himalayas of Nepal.

 

Conditions of the lukla flight:

Fly to Lukla is depending on weather condition. Often the weather is not stable in Lukla. Because of the difficult weather and terrain in the area, flights to Tenzing-Hillary Airport in Lukla are notoriously unpredictable. Because of the airport’s short, sloping runway and reliance on visual flight rules, fog, wind, and precipitation can have a significant impact on operations. Particularly during the monsoon season (June to September), these factors frequently result in cancellations or delays. It is recommended that trekkers plan flights for early morning, when weather is usually more stable, and add extra days to their itineraries to account for any delays. To lessen the impact of flight uncertainties, other options like helicopter transfers or trekking routes from Jiri or Salleri can also be taken into consideration.

Road condition to drive towards Everest region:

 

It’s a long and exciting drive through a variety of road conditions from Kathmandu to Surke. It takes roughly eight to ten hours to travel the mostly paved and manageable road to Salleri. However, the road from Salleri to Surke is winding, rough, and unpaved; a 4WD vehicle is frequently necessary. Mudslides and slick terrain can make this section difficult to traverse during the monsoon season. Notwithstanding the hiccups, the drive provides picturesque vistas of hills, rivers, and rural life, making it a picturesque substitute for flying to Lukla—perfect for tourists looking for a less-traveled experience.

Can beginners do Everest Base Camp trek?

The Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek is possible by beginners, but it does require some preparation and a respectable level of fitness. The trek is technically easy—no climbing or specialized gear is required—but it does require cold weather, high altitudes (up to 5,364 meters), and long walking days (5–7 hours per day). A few months prior to the trek, beginners should engage in regular hiking, aerobic, and strength training. Comfort and safety can also be significantly improved by selecting a longer itinerary with appropriate acclimatization days and traveling with a knowledgeable guide or agency. For first-time hikers, EBC is a possible and amazing experience with the proper attitude and planning!

Tips to avoid altitude sickness for Everest base camp trek:

When trekking to Everest Base Camp, it’s important to ascend gradually and give your body time to acclimate in order to prevent altitude sickness. Incorporate rest days and follow by the maxim “climb high, sleep low,” particularly in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche. Drink three to four liters of water every day, stay hydrated, and avoid from smoking and alcohol. Eat healthily to keep your energy levels stable, and pay attention to your body; if you experience symptoms like headache, nausea, or lightheadedness, stop climbing. Acetazolamide, also known as Diamox, can help avoid symptoms, but before taking it, see a doctor. Safety and enjoyment are increased when trekking with a guide and sticking to a slow, steady pace.

Conclusion:

The best time for Everest Base Camp trek is a genuinely amazing journey that fits rich Sherpa culture, a strong spirit of adventure, and beautiful Himalayan scenery. Trekkers can experience both physical and emotional challenges when they reach the base of the highest peak in the world. Many people can complete the trek if they prepare well, keep a steady pace, and respect the altitude. The EBC trek creates memories that will last a lifetime, whether it is because of the majestic mountains, the friendly locals, or the personal development experienced along the way.

 

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Farewell dinner:

Ascend Hikes Team will offering a Farewell Dinner after your wonderful trek in Manaslu region. We organizing Traditional Nepali food Dal – Bhat, which before you leave Nepal you will have another experience about Nepali cultures. When you are back Kathmandu, best choice to share your trekking experience with our team. This time your Holiday is over and offering next trip to Nepal Himalayas are waiting to you May you have chance to learn about next trip.

 

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It is really hard, and never easy to say goodbye, we are excited for the new opportunities that await you another dream adventure journey 4 Nepal Himalaya. We are wishing you all the best in your future endeavors. Stay in touch and may our paths will turn again someday for wonderful trek! Shaking hands wishing you have a safe flight!!!