Everest Base Camp Trek
The 65-mile trek from Lukla to Base Camp at 5,364 m past Sherpa villages.
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- Region
- Nepal
- Country
- Worldwide
- Biome
- Himalayan (2,850–5,644 m)
- Best season
- October – November, March – April
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Mountaineering
Key takeaways
- Biome: Himalayan (2,850–5,644 m)
- Best season: October – November, March – April
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
The 65-mile trek from Lukla to Base Camp at 5,364 m past Sherpa villages.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: October – November, March – April
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Himalayan (2,850–5,644 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
Worldwide
Biome
Himalayan (2,850–5,644 m)
Difficulty
moderate
Plan with verified data
Everest Base Camp Trek trip tools
Popular pursuits at Everest Base Camp Trek
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Mountaineering
Glacier and high-route objectives with real consequence.
