12 Days Everest Base Camp Kala Patthar Trek in Kathmandu
Kathmandu, Nepal

12 Days Everest Base Camp Kala Patthar Trek

Outty Ranking 75 5.0 · 69 traveler reviews288 hoursFrom $1799
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Outty Ranking

75/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 69 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is 12 Days Everest Base Camp Kala Patthar Trek worth booking?

12 Days Everest Base Camp Kala Patthar Trek is a 288-hour experience in Kathmandu, Nepal, from $1799 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 5/5 rating across 69 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
75 / 100
Rating
5/5 (69)
Duration
288 hours
From
$1799 per person

The Everest region in Nepal is more than just trekking,  it is a milestone in anyone’s life; and some have even described the experience as a journey close to Nirvana. Located in the northeast province of Nepal, this is

What you get

  • All accommodations in lodges/Tea Houses for 10 nights on twin sharing basis During the Treks run by Nepalese family outside toilet
  • Porter, Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, Transportation and Insurance for the Guide and Porter.
  • Your Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek
  • All Transportation as per itinerary
  • Typical Nepali cultural dinner on last day.
  • An experienced, helpful and friendly Guide, porters (1 porter for 2 peoples, if you are solo traveler, porter is not included, it is available by additional cost 250 USD)

About this experience

The Everest region in Nepal is more than just trekking,  it is a milestone in anyone’s life; and some have even described the experience as a journey close to Nirvana. Located in the northeast province of Nepal, this is a colony to dramatic glaciers, deep settlements, several majestic mountains. This trek people can do in 12 days, who have short time period to go to Everest Base Camp. On the way you will see Sherpa culture, Tengboche Monastry and going up to Everest Base Camp and same way back to Lukla and fly back to Kathmandu.

What's included

Included

  • All accommodations in lodges/Tea Houses for 10 nights on twin sharing basis During the Treks run by Nepalese family outside toilet
  • Porter, Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, Transportation and Insurance for the Guide and Porter.
  • Your Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek
  • All Transportation as per itinerary
  • Typical Nepali cultural dinner on last day.
  • An experienced, helpful and friendly Guide, porters (1 porter for 2 peoples, if you are solo traveler, porter is not included, it is available by additional cost 250 USD)

Not included

  • Nepal entry visa fee, you can easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport - Kathmandu. You will require 2 passport size photos, $30 USD per person
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu
  • Equipment: Sleeping bag (-15), down jacket, trekking shoes, personal towel, torch light, gloves, trekking stick, warm clothes, sun glass, sunscreen, socks, some medicine for headache, fever, handiplast, bandage, pain killer, stomach ache, diarrhea, dimox etc.
  • International Airfare and Airport Departure tax.
  • In the Lukla flight, the luggage of 12 kg is only included. If you have extra baggage, You will have to pay extra per kg Rs 100
  • If there is early arrival or late departure other than the trek date, and If you are back to Kathmandu early from the trek due to any problem or rescue, the extra accommodation is not included,
  • Your trip includes only one time airport transfer to and by lukla. If you have to return back to hotel again and again go to lukla airport because of weather problem, it will be your additional pay.
  • All the Alcoholic and non Alcoholic Drinks like tea, Coffee etc.
  • Hot Shower During the Trekking.
  • Tips for the Guide and Porter
  • Government fees

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

Before you book

Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 10 travelers per booking
Operated by
Trekking Guide Team Adventure

Know before you go

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • The weather in Lukla is unpredictable and always changing. Sometimes due to bad weather, sometimes the flight may be delayed or cancelled. If the flight is cancelled, you will have to return back to the hotel. The transportation back to the hotel and accommodation on this night is not included. You will have to pay additional for this yourself. If the weather is clear next day, you will get either 3rd or 4th flight to Lukla. If still the weather is not clear, there will be option for helicopter flight also. The cost for helicopter flight is not fixed. It will be quoted by the airlines on the same day. The airlines will use your flight ticket plus, you will have to pay additional approx 150 to 200 USD. The total cost for helicopter flight is 300 USD approx. You will have to pay additional 150 USD combining your Lukla flight ticket. The weather problem is rare, it only happens sometimes. But you need to know this information in case the weather goes bad. This does not happens all the time, this is only a important information you need to know.

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 69 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

10 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Photo opportunities

2 mentions

The views and photo stops come up again and again.

Traveler reviews

69 verified traveler reviews for 12 Days Everest Base Camp Kala Patthar Trek. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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mjturt · May 2026

Everest view trek

Well organized trip with good guide

via Tripadvisor

einkyinp · November 2025

Tour Guide and Tour Company

Tour Company is really care and always connect along the trek. We went with Guide , Sitaram and Porter , Almit both of them are funny and taking care of us and mastered their job. I got a good Experience 💚

via Tripadvisor

Navigator49970218831 · November 2025

Memorable trip

Good guide Ram , good company and good porter Auniz , along the trek the guide taking care of our group and he manage everything what we need.

via Tripadvisor

mgJ2041JX · October 2025

Excellent trekking compagnie

Great trekking guide company. Great advice, flexible for everything (date,paiment,itinerary,etc…), great price, excellent communication. The guide and porter are the best, they do everything for us to make this trek perfect and unforgettable. Highly recommended with no hesitation. See you for the next trek in Nepal in future.

via Tripadvisor

janjN9724IU · October 2025

Great EBC experience

We had a great trip to EBC with Sukman as our guide! He is an experienced guide, knew every mountain and everyone along the route. Along the trek we got into bad weather and lots of snow where Sukman always made us feel save. In the background Kabi managed our trip excellent from the booking to schedule changes of our Lukla flights due to the bad weather. Highly recommend to book with Kabi and take Sukman as your Guide.

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
288 hours
Free cancellation
Non-refundable
Minimum age to book
10+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
24
Verdict
Strongly Recommended

Who runs this experience

Operated by Trekking Guide Team Adventure, who run 9 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 65.8.

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Why this scores 75

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)99
Review evidence (18% weight)78
Booking momentum (14% weight)73
Value for money (12% weight)56
Listing quality (10% weight)93
Local standing (8% weight)58
Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

12 Days Everest Base Camp Kala Patthar Trek: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kathmandu.

How much does 12 Days Everest Base Camp Kala Patthar Trek cost?

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Prices start at $1799 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kathmandu usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does 12 Days Everest Base Camp Kala Patthar Trek take?

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Plan for about 288 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kathmandu is not rushed.

Is 12 Days Everest Base Camp Kala Patthar Trek worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 69 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable outdoors in Kathmandu, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule 12 Days Everest Base Camp Kala Patthar Trek?

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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

Is 12 Days Everest Base Camp Kala Patthar Trek suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 10. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 288-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book 12 Days Everest Base Camp Kala Patthar Trek?

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Around 24 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kathmandu can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kathmandu and add a light layer if any part of the 288-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does 12 Days Everest Base Camp Kala Patthar Trek start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kathmandu within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Kathmandu?

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On Outty we rank every Kathmandu experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour | UNESCO World Heritage sites, Manaslu Circuit Trek, Classic Everest Base Camp Trek. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Kathmandu?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Kathmandu?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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