Classic Everest Base Camp Trek Route Map
An interactive route map and elevation profile for the Classic Everest Base Camp Trek (14 days), plotting every overnight stop from Lukla to Everest Base Camp with real GPS coordinates and altitude figures.
Duration
14 days
Max Elevation
5,644 m
Stops Mapped
13
Route Map
The benchmark itinerary. Proper acclimatisation at Namche and Dingboche. The route Hillary's expedition followed from Lukla.
Every overnight stop on the Classic Everest Base Camp Trek, in order, with real GPS coordinates. Drag to pan, scroll to zoom, and use the layers control in the top-right corner to switch between street, satellite, and topographic terrain views.
Elevation Profile
Elevation in metres for each day of the Classic Everest Base Camp Trek. The golden rule above 3,000 m is no more than 300-500 m of net gain per day, visible here as the slope between points.
Read the full altitude sickness guide for prevention and the Lake Louise self-assessment score.
Day-by-Day Quick Reference
| Day | Stop | Elevation | Distance | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kathmandu | 1,400 m | — | — |
| 2 | Phakding | 2,610 m | 9 | 3-4 |
| 3 | Namche Bazaar | 3,440 m | 11 | 5-6 |
| 4 | Namche Bazaar | 3,440 m | 9 | 3-4 |
| 5 | Tengboche | 3,860 m | 10 | 5-6 |
| 6 | Dingboche | 4,410 m | 10 | 5-6 |
| 7 | Dingboche | 4,410 m | 8 | 4-5 |
| 8 | Lobuche | 4,940 m | 8 | 4-5 |
| 9 | Gorak Shep | 5,164 m | 13 | 7-8 |
| 10 | Pheriche | 4,240 m | 16 | 6-7 |
| 11 | Namche Bazaar | 3,440 m | 20 | 6-7 |
| 12 | Lukla | 2,860 m | 18 | 6-7 |
| 13 | Kathmandu | 1,400 m | — | — |
| 14 | — | — | — | — |