Everest Base Camp Trek without flight is an excellent way to explore the Khumbu region following the route of legend Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Edmund Hillary. Thousands of trekkers visit Nepal annually and follow the regular Everest Base Camp Trek for 12 days. However, Everest Base Camp Trek without flight allows you to explore the unspoiled region of Lower Everest. It is the best option for adventure seekers who want to experience a different trip than a typical Lukla Flight.
The best part of this trek is visiting the remote areas of the lower Khumbu Region. Everest Base Camp Trek without a flight takes you closer to the untouched beauty of this region. Avoiding the Lukla flight allows your body to strengthen against the Altitude sickness. Therefore, even a novice trekker with excellent physical fitness can complete this trek.
Your EBC Trek by Jeep begins from Kathmandu driving to Thamdanda via Salleri. The initial walk starts from Thamdanda to Phakding and connects with the regular EBC Trek Route. Likewise, passing Phakding, Monjo and Jhorsale villages takes you to Namche Bazaar. The bustling town of Namche Bazaar is the gateway to Mt. Everest. Spending a day at Namche for acclimatization, the trek takes you to EBC via Tengboche, Dingboche, and Lobuche. After reaching EBC and Kalapathhar, the trail returns retracing the same route back to Thamdanda.
Trekking to EBC is a surreal experience standing tall at the foot of the tallest peak in the world. Of course, taking a Lukla flight is a daring thing to do. However, many things can be seen during the trek without a flight. It is all about exploring the untouched villages and cultural settlements of the Everest Trek. Moreover, another reason to choose this trek is to avoid the frequent Lukla flight delays and cancellations.
The cost of this trek depends upon the number of group members, days, type of packages, etc. Moreover, the costs vary if you are trekking privately or joining the group. The Everest Base Camp Trek without a fight by group joining starts from $1699 per person. It covers the whole package including accommodation, meals, permits, transportation, and an expert trekking guide. However, for those who want more private trekking experience, please contact us for more information. Overland Trek Nepal is dedicated to making your trekking experience like never before.
Overland Trek Nepal is a government-registered tourism license-holder company. Moreover, we have a collab with many other traveling firms around the world. Hence, if you are interested in doing an EBC Trek, you can easily proceed with the booking with us. However, for the confirmation and guarantee of your booking, you have to deposit 10% of the total amount in advance. Please feel free to contact us or WhatsApp us for the payment process. You can make the rest of the payment after your arrival.
A staff from Overland Trek Nepal will be at the airport to greet you and pick you up in a private vehicle. If the arrival is early in the day, then trek preparation and briefing will be done on the same day. Overnight stay at Kathmandu.
Maximum Altitude:- 1400m
Meals:- Welcome dinner
Accommodation:- Hotel
This trek is also known as Everest Base Camp Trek by Road. Hence, today, the day begins with a scenic road drive to Salleri via Dhulikhel, Ghurmi, and many other villages.
Maximum Altitude:- 2,300m
Meals:- Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation:- Teahouse
After driving for 8 hours the other day, your drive continues to Thamdanda for another 3-5 hours today. Your overnight stay will be at Thamdanda today.
Maximum Altitude:- 2,344 m
Meals:- Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation:- Teahouse
Today, the trail meets the regular EBC trek section to Phakding. It is an easy trekking trail from Thamdanda to Surke. Then, walking gradually uphill through Chaurikharka, Chhepung, and Nurning, you will arrive at Phakding. The highlight of the day is the impressive Kusum Kangaru and Buddhist villages. Overnight stay at Phakding.
Maximum Altitude:- 2,650 m
Meals:- Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation:- Teahouse
After having breakfast at Phakding, you will start the trek to Namche Bazaar. You will begin the hike by passing the suspension bridge. Then, you will continue walking uphill alongside the Dudh Koshi River. Wonderful villages like Benkar, Monjo, and Jhorsale will be on your way. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar.
Maximum Altitude:- 3,440 m
Meals:- Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation:- Teahouse
You will stroll around the biggest town in the Everest Region today. However, there are options to Hike to Everest View Hotel or Khumjung village. Likewise, visit local museums, schools, and monasteries to learn more about Namche. Overnight stay at Namche.
Maximum Altitude:- 3,440 m
Meals:- Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation:- Teahouse
Your walk begins with an easy path with impressive views of mountains until Phunki Thanga. Then, the trail starts to go gently uphill. As the trail continues, you will face some major ascending before reaching Tengboche. The village of Tengboche is popular for its Tengboche Monastery. Visit this Monastery in the evening to witness the chanting of Lamas. Overnight stay at Tenboche.
Maximum Altitude:- 3,860 m
Meals:- Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation:- Teahouse
After having breakfast, the first part of the trail reaches Deboche village. You will walk mostly through rhododendron forests to reach Deboche. Likewise, after Deboche, another popular Sherpa Settlement Pangboche village arrives. Enjoy the mesmerizing views of Lhotse and Ama Dablam throughout the trek. Another small ascends will take us to the village of Dingboche for an overnight stay.
Maximum Altitude:- 4,400 m
Meals:- Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation:- Teahouse
Adapting your body to the altitude before embarking on EBC and Kala Pathhar is always better. However, you will stay proactive today as well. Hiking around the Dingboche village to witness the magical 8000-meter mountains is surreal. After having a short hike around the valley, overnight stay at Dingboche.
Maximum Altitude:- 4,400 m
Meals:- Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation:- Teahouse
Trek to Lobuche is a short trek today but a little challenging at a high altitude. Walking for 3 hours straight from Dingboche takes you to Dughla. There will be some tough uphill climbing today. It is because of the thin air and high altitude. Overnight stay at Lobuche.
Maximum Altitude:- 4,900 m
Meals:- Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation:- Teahouse
This day is going to be the historic day of your life. You will reach the base camp of the highest peak in the world. The trek starts early after breakfast and moves towards Gorakshep at first. Then, leaving your luggage at Gorakshep, the trek continues to the Base Camp. Walking on the glacial and rocky trail with ups and downs is difficult. Capture some memorable photos at the iconic Everest Base Camp. After cherishing the quality time there, the trek returns to the Gorakshep for an overnight stay.
Maximum Altitude:- 4,900 m
Meals:- Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation:- Teahouse
Prepare yourselves for any adventurous, challenging, and exciting day. Carry a small backpack with some light snacks and hot drinking water. You will start early in the morning to hike to Kala Pathhar. The sunrise view on the top of the mountains is the major highlight of this day. Similarly, enjoy the mesmerizing panoramic views of 8000-meter mountains from Kala Pathhar. Likewise, take some decent photos as memories from this vantage point. Next, you will hike down to Gorakshep to have breakfast and continue trekking to Pheriche.
Maximum Altitude:- 5,555 m
Meals:- Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation:- Teahouse
Now, the trail is almost down with some gentle uphill. Reaching Phunki Thanga, you will have your lunch. Similarly, after lunch, the trek continues from here going downhill to Namche Bazaar. Overnight stay at Namche.
Maximum Altitude:- 3,440 m
Meals:- Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation:- Teahouse
You will follow the same trail till Monjo and Phakding. Then from Phakding, the trail splits towards Surke. Now, you are chasing the driving route that we used during the start of the trek. Moreover, there will be rare trekking fellows from this route. Overnight stay at Surke.
Maximum Altitude:- 2,500 m
Meals:- Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation:- Teahouse
Today you will have an easy trek up to Thamdanda for 4 hours and then drive to Salleri by Local Jeep. It will be a mix of trekking and driving for a total of 8-10 hours. Overnight stay at Salleri.
Maximum Altitude:- 2,300 m
Meals:- Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation:- Teahouse
You will take the same off-road drive from Salleri to Kathmandu. It takes around 7-8 hours with several stops along the way. After reaching Kathmandu, you will check in at the Hotel and spend overnight.
Maximum Altitude:- 1,400 m
Meals:- Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation:- Hotel
Today, you will have an extra day as a rest or shopping day after long days of trekking. However, if you still have some energy left in you, visit UNESCO World Heritage sites. It allows you to experience mountain and city life with historical values on the same trip.
Maximum Altitude:- 1,400 m
Meals:- Breakfast
Accommodation:- Hotel
We will drop you off at the international airport according to your flight schedule. With so many experiences and memories, we wish to see you again.
(Note: All of the trekking hours and distances mentioned above are estimates and should only be used as a general guideline. And if you want to customize the below itinerary, we are flexible for that too.
The meals during this trek are similar to the regular Everest Base Camp Trek. However, you can just take a look at the meals you will expect on this trip.
Breakfast: You will get, porridge, eggs, toast, Muesli, Local Bread, cornflakes, Pancakes, etc. in the Menu. Likewise, for hot drinks, milk tea, black tea, ginger honey tea, lemon tea, and normal coffee are available.
Lunch and Dinner: During the whole trip, you will stop by Lunch places in the middle of the day. In every teahouse, they offer Lunch from the menu set by them. You can choose dishes like Pasta, Momos, Spaghetti, Daal Bhat, Plain Rice, Fried Rice, etc. In addition, the dinner is almost similar to the Lunch Menu. You can choose soups like tomato, mushroom, garlic, vegetable soup, etc. for dinner.
In Kathmandu, you will stay in a 3-star hotel on a sharing basis depending on the number of pax. Likewise, along the trek, accommodation will be in a basic teahouse. It is made up of a small dining hall, bedrooms, and a basic toilet. Generally, teahouses provide basic beds with blankets and pillows. It is better to have your sleeping bag with you.
Apart from altitude, there are a few challenges you may face during the trek. We make sure the safety of our trekkers during the whole trek. The Overland Trek Nepal suggests and follows the safety measures such as:
The best time for Everest Base Camp Trek Without Flight is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons. These months offer clear skies, mild temperatures, and stable weather conditions, making it ideal for trekking. Monsoon season (June to August) brings heavy rainfall and muddy trails, while winter (December to February) can be cold with snow-covered paths and limited visibility.
Along the trekking route, teahouses and lodges provide safe drinking water for trekkers. It’s recommended to carry a reusable water bottle and refill it from filtered water sources to reduce plastic waste. Additionally, water purification tablets or a water filter can be used to treat water from natural sources along the trail.
Accommodation during the Everest Base Camp Trek Without Flight consists of teahouses and lodges along the trail. These accommodations offer basic amenities such as beds, blankets, and shared bathrooms. Rooms may vary in cleanliness and comfort, especially at higher altitudes. It’s advisable to bring a sleeping bag for added warmth and comfort.
Land transportation from Kathmandu to Thamdada and back involves traveling by private vehicle or public bus. The road conditions may vary, with some sections being paved and well-maintained while others may be rough and bumpy. The journey offers scenic views of rural landscapes, terraced fields, and mountain vistas.
Everest Base Camp Trek Without Flight is a challenging trek that involves high altitudes, steep ascents and descents, and potentially harsh weather conditions. Trekkers should be physically fit, properly acclimatized, and prepared for long days of trekking. Altitude sickness can be a concern, so it’s important to acclimatize properly and listen to your body.
Respect local customs and traditions by dressing modestly, removing shoes before entering temples and religious sites, and greeting locals with a polite “Namaste.” Engage with locals respectfully, learn about their culture and traditions, and seek permission before taking photographs, especially in religious sites.
Lukla Airport, also known as Tenzing-Hillary Airport, is one of the most famous and challenging airports in the world due to its short runway and location amidst the mountains. The Sherpa people, who are native to the Everest region, have a rich cultural heritage and are known for their mountaineering skills, hospitality, and unique way of life.
Obtain a tourist visa for Nepal before arrival, which can be obtained upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu or at land borders. Travel insurance that covers medical emergencies, evacuation, and trip cancellation is highly recommended for trekking in remote areas like the Everest region.
To trek in the Everest region, including Everest Base Camp Trek, you’ll need the Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit and the TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) card. These permits can be obtained from the Nepal Tourism Board office in Kathmandu or through licensed trekking agencies.
The Everest Base Camp Trek Without Flight offers stunning views of Everest and neighboring peaks, including Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam. The trail passes through picturesque Sherpa villages, ancient monasteries, and rugged mountain landscapes, offering diverse scenery and rich biodiversity.
Essential equipment for the Everest Base Camp Trek Without Flight includes sturdy trekking boots, warm clothing layers, a waterproof jacket, trekking poles, a backpack, a sleeping bag, a first aid kit, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a headlamp. Additionally, consider bringing a hat, gloves, and a camera for capturing the breathtaking mountain views.
