Everest Base Camp Trek for Over 50s, Seniors & Children – 20 Days
Everest Base Camp Trek for Over 50s, Seniors & Children – 20 Days
Trip Overview
Itinerary
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA)
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA)
On this day, trekkers arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) and complete simple immigration steps before collecting luggage. A friendly Skyline Treks representative waits at the exit with a placard to welcome families warmly.
The comfortable hotel transfer lets kids and seniors watch Kathmandu’s colorful streets safely. This first day gives families time to rest after long flights from home.
Parents can take children and grandparents on walks around the hotel neighborhood. This day helps all trekkers prepare for their Everest Base Camp Trek.
Rest day in Kathmandu
Rest day in Kathmandu to recover from jetlag, with a briefing about Trek.
Fly to Lukla (2,860m/9,383 ft), trek to Phakding (2,652m)
Fly to Lukla (2,860m/9,383 ft), trek to Phakding (2,652m). Distance: 8 km, Duration: 3 hrs.
Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286 ft).
Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286 ft). Distance: 10-12 km/6.2-7.5 miles, Duration: 6 hrs.
Acclimatization hike to Everest View Hotel
Acclimatization hike to Everest View Hotel (3,880m/12,729 ft). 3-4 km/2-2.5 miles, 3-4 hrs.
Trek to Tengboche (3,860m) and enjoy views of Everest and Amadablam
Trek to Tengboche (3,860m) and enjoy views of Everest and Amadablam. Duration: 5 hrs, 10-11 km
Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m),
Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m), Duration: 5 hrs Distance: 11-12 km
Acclimatization: Hike to Nangkartshang (5,083m), then return.
Acclimatization: Hike to Nangkartshang (5,083m), then return. Duration: 4-5 hours Distance: 4-5 km
Trek from Dingboche for Thukla (4,620m).
Trek from Dingboche for Thukla (4,620m). Duration: 3-4 hours Distance: 5-6 km
Hike from Thukla to Lobuche (4,910m).
Hike from Thukla to Lobuche (4,910m). Duration: 3-4 hours Distance: 4-5 km
Trek to Gorekshep (5,164m), prepare for the Everest Base Camp .
Trek to Gorekshep (5,164m), prepare for the Everest Base Camp . Duration: 3-4 hrs Distance: 4-5 km
Hike to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) and return to Gorekshep.
Hike to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) and return to Gorekshep. Duration: 8 hours Distance: 14-15 km
Morning Hike Kalapattar (5,545m),
Morning Hike Kalapattar (5,545m), then to Pheriche. Duration: 6-7 hrs Distance: 13-14 km
Trek to Tengboche,
Trek to Tengboche, with an option to trek to Phunke Tenga (3250m). 4-5 hours 7-8 km
Return back to Namche Bazaar (3,440m)
Return back to Namche Bazaar (3,440m). Duration: 4-5 hours Distance: 5-6 km
Trek to Phakding (2,652m).
Trek to Phakding (2,652m). Duration: 4-5 hours Distance: 10-12 km
Trek from Phakding to Lukla (2,860m),
Trek from Phakding to Lukla (2,860m), following the Dudh Kosi River. Duration: 3 hrs Distance: 8 km
Fly back to Kathmandu on a scenic 35-minute flight.
Fly back to Kathmandu on a scenic 30-minute flight.
Leisure day in Kathmandu to rest or explore the city.
Leisure day in Kathmandu to rest or explore the city.
Final Departure to Airport
Final Departure to Airport by our private vehicle
Include/Exclude
What's Included
- Accommodation In Kathmandu: Stay comfortable for four nights in a quality 3-star hotel with twin-sharing rooms and daily breakfast included before your trek begins and after you return.
- During the Trek: Best available twin sharing lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek; we provide private bathrooms with hot showers at Phakding, Namche, and Lukla
Meals
Breakfast in Kathmandu: Start each morning with a big breakfast, before exploring Nepal’s capital city.
Full Board Meals During the Trek: Get all your meals with breakfast, lunch, and dinner given to you every day during your Everest region trek.
Tea or coffee: Three hot drinks given each day (only three drinks total).
Fresh fruit snacks come after dinner to keep seniors and kids full of energy during the trek in the Everest region.
Transportation and Flights
Enjoy hassle-free airport pickups and drop-offs, plus all ground travel in comfortable private vehicles.
Complete transportation coverage handles the Kathmandu-Ramechhap route during busy trekking seasons.
Scenic round-trip flights to and from Lukla airport take you directly into the heart of the Himalayas.
Guide and Staff
Experienced English-speaking trekking guide with official government certification and years of mountain expertise.
Reliable porter assistance with one porter for every two trekkers (carrying up to 25 kg total, about 12-13 kg per person).
Full staff support covering wages, meals, accommodation, equipment, insurance, and medical coverage.
Critical safety gear, including a first-aid kit, an oxygen meter, and altitude medicine, is carried by guides for daily health monitoring.
Permits
Sagarmatha National Park entry permits for accessing the Everest region trails
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality permits
Tengboche Monastery entrance passes to visit the sacred Buddhist site
Equipment and Extras
Free Skyline Treks down jacket and sleeping bag for the trek (total weight 3-4 kg; stays within airline baggage allowance)
A 70-liter trekking duffel bag provided for each senior and kid
Keepsake collection featuring a detailed EBC trail map, a company T-shirt, and a memory cap
Official certificate confirming EBC trek completion for family, kids, and seniors
Administrative and Taxes
All necessary government fees and administrative charges are included in your trek package.
What's Not Included
- Meals not specified in the ‘Meal Inclusions’ in the itinerary.’
- Travel Insurance
- International airfare
- Nepal entry visa
- Cold drinks Inc. Coke, water, Fanta, etc.
- Snacks and other personal expenses
- Hot showers during the trek except in Phakding, Namche, and Lukla
- Personal trekking equipment
- Tips and gratuities for trekking staff and drivers
Fixed Departure
Route Map / Alt.
Route MapFAQs
What is the age limit for Everest Base Camp?
There is no official minimum or maximum age limit for the Everest Base Camp (EBC) Trek. The trek is open to anyone who is physically fit, healthy, and able to cope with high altitude.
How much personal money is needed for Everest Base Camp trek?
The personal money of an Everest Base Camp (EBC) Trek For most international travelers, the you may take cost ranges from US$300 to US$500 each.
Can a normal person trek to Everest Base Camp?
Yes. A normal, reasonably healthy person can trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m / 17,598 ft) without any mountaineering experience. In fact, thousands of first-time trekkers from around the world complete the trek every year.
The Everest Base Camp Trek is a hiking adventure, not a mountain climb. You do not need ropes, crampons, or technical climbing skills. The biggest challenge is high altitude, not difficult terrain.
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