his classic 3-week adventure leads you through a diverse range of mountain cultures, scenery and climatic zones. From the stark topography of the Tibetan plateau, to the Kali Gandaki gorge and the dramatic scenery of the Annapurna massif, we are spoilt for choice in a deeply beautiful region steeped in history, culture and tradition.
After a few days in Kathmandu, we board our minibus and drive to the road head at Besisahar Annapurna- and to the lush terraced fields of the lower Marsayangdi River valley. We set trail here and follow this ancient river as it cuts through the main Himalayan chain. Bamboo and tropical vegetation accompany us as we ascend through the verdant mid-hills into alpine forest and then up higher into alpine meadows. Soon the temperate climate gives way to the arid desert conditions in the Manang district, home to centuries old Buddhist temples and medieval villages.
We continue in the footsteps of the ancient salt traders over the Throrung La pass. At 5,416m it is one of the highest trekking passes on earth, but the views from the top of Dhaulagiri (8,167m) are just stupendous. On the way down to the Kali Gandaki gorge, we visit the temple complex in Muktinath, a sacred site for both Hindus and Buddhists. It is a favourite pilgrimage destination for many of the faithful.
Continuing our descent, we arrive at Kagbeni and the junction of the Jhong Khola and Kali Gandaki Rivers (2,800). We are now in the deepest valley in the world. To the east, Annapurna (8,031m) sits astride the gorge, and on the west Dhaulagiri towers at 8,167m. Like sentinels of the Kali Gandaki River, they guide us south towards the lush lowlands.
We descend through pine and rhododendron forest to natural hot springs to soak away the dust of the trail and revitalise ourselves. We make a short ascent of Poon Hill for great sunrise views at the end of our trek, and remember with great satisfaction that we have just circumnavigated one of the most breath-taking mountain ranges on earth.

Fact Of the Trek

Duration: 22 Days
Max. Altitude: 5416 m
Trek Grade: Medium + Hard
Types of Trek: Loge / Camping
Group Size: 1+

Itinerary of Everest Base Camp Trek

Day 01: Drive by bus / car from Kathmandu to Besi-Sahar (175 km/ 7-8
hours).
Day 02: Trek Besi-Sahar to Bahundanda (1250 mDay 03: Trek Bahundanda to Chamje
Day 04: Trek Chamje to Dharapani (1943 m.)
Day 05: Trek Dharapani to Chame (2713m.)
Day 06: Trek Chame to Pisang (3185m.)
Day 07: Trek Pisang to Manang (3351m.)
Day 08: Rest at Manang as Acclimatization Day
Day 09: Trek Manang to Yak Kharka (4350m)
Day 10: Trek Yak Kharka to Thorung Phedi/ High Camp (4420m.)
Day 11: Trek Thorung Phedi to Muktinath (3802m.) Via Thorong La Pass (5416m.)
Day 12: Trek Muktinath to Kagbeni (2895 m.)
Day 13: Trek Kagbeni to Marpha (2667m.)
Day 14: Trek Marpha to Ghasa (2013m.)
Day 15: Trek Ghasa to Tatopani (Natural Hot spring) (1189m.)
Day 16: Rest Tatopani -Natural hot spring
Day 17: Trek Tatopani to Shikha (1920m.)
Day 18: Trek Shikha to Ghorepani (2855m.)
Day 19: Trek Ghorepani to Poonhill (3210m.) to Tadapani (2675m.)
Day 20: Trek Tadapani to Ghandruk (1951m.)
Day 21: Trek Ghandruk to Birethanti and one hour drive to Pokhara from Birethanti.
Day 22: Pokhara to Kathmandu: Drive by bus/car (200 km/ 6-7 hours) or 25 minute fly.
Services Included:
National Park entry permit, Trekking permit, Land transportation to and from, Accommodation in lodges during the trek, Food: three meals a day,
A guide & required number of porter(s), Essential equipment.
Services Excluded:
Personal expenses, Insurance, Tips, Emergency evacuation by Helicopter, Alternative transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike,
Road blockade etc.