- Operators compared
- 7
- Priced products
- 8
- Median price (14 days)
- $1,538
- Range
- $1,299–$2,999
- Prices last verified
- 25 Oct 2026
What drives the price
- 01
Everest Base Camp sits at 5,364 m; most itineraries add Kala Patthar (5,545 m) for the summit view.
- 02
The standard trek is 12 to 14 days from Lukla, with two acclimatisation days at Namche Bazaar and Dingboche.
- 03
Since 2023 Nepal requires foreign trekkers in the Everest region to use a licensed guide; permits are the Sagarmatha National Park entry and the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu rural municipality fee.
- 04
Lukla flights from Kathmandu are usually routed via Ramechhap (Manthali) in peak season, adding a four to five hour drive.
Options compared
| Variant | Days | offers | Min | Median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Everest Base Camp | 12–14 | 8 | $1,299 | $1,538 |
Best months
Autumn
Clearest, most stable weather and the busiest season.
Spring
Warmer, rhododendrons in bloom, expedition season at Base Camp; haze increases in May.
Winter
Cold and quiet, usually clear skies; some high lodges close.
Monsoon
Rain, cloud and frequent Lukla flight delays.
How to choose
- 1
Decide between the classic route, the Gokyo Lakes extension or the Three Passes based on days available and fitness.
- 2
Check whether Kathmandu hotels, Lukla flights, permits and meals on trek are included; they account for most of the price spread.
- 3
Teahouse standard varies from basic to lodges with attached bathrooms. Luxury lodge treks cost several times more.
- 4
Group departures on fixed dates are cheaper; private treks let you set the pace, which matters at altitude.
Lowest price per day right now
See every operator| Trend | Verified | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Ramble Treks Licence unverified | Classic Everest Base Camp | 14 | Group | $1,299 | $93 | +18% | |
| Discovery World Trekking Licence unverified | Classic Everest Base Camp | 14 | Private | $1,330 | $95 | +13% | |
| Nepal Hiking Team NP_company_reg | Classic Everest Base Camp | 16 | Group | $1,525 | $95 | +13% | |
| Nepal Hiking Team NP_company_reg | Classic Everest Base Camp | 16 | Private | $1,595 | $100 | first seen | |
| Mosaic Adventure NP_company_reg | Classic Everest Base Camp | 14 | Group | $1,445 | $103 | first seen | |
| Ace the Himalaya Licence unverified | Classic Everest Base Camp | 14 | Group | $1,550 | $111 | +12% | |
| Kandoo Adventures KPAP partner | Classic Everest Base Camp | 15 | Group | $1,724 | $115 | +8% | |
| Himalayan Glacier Licence unverified | Classic Everest Base Camp | 14 | Group | $2,999 | $214 | +43% |
Frequently asked questions
Answers use the live dataset; figures update when prices are re-verified.
How much does the Everest Base Camp trek cost?
Across the 7 operators we track, the median price for a 14-day group trek is $1,538 per person, observed on 25 Oct 2026. The biggest swings come from whether Lukla flights, Kathmandu hotels and meals are included.
Do I need a guide for Everest Base Camp?
Yes. Since April 2023 the Nepal Tourism Board requires foreign trekkers to hire a licensed guide through a registered agency for most trekking regions, including the Everest region.
How hard is the Everest Base Camp trek?
The walking days are five to seven hours on good trails, but altitude is the challenge. Anyone with reasonable fitness can do it if the itinerary includes proper acclimatisation days.
When is the best time to trek to Everest Base Camp?
October and November have the clearest skies; March to May is the second window. Winter is cold but quiet; the June to September monsoon brings cloud and flight delays.
Why do Lukla flights leave from Ramechhap?
In the busy spring and autumn seasons, Kathmandu airport congestion means most Lukla flights operate from Manthali airport in Ramechhap, a four to five hour drive from Kathmandu, usually departing before dawn.