Everest Base Camp Trek for Seniors Route Map
An interactive route map and elevation profile for the Everest Base Camp Trek for Seniors (16 days), plotting every overnight stop from Lukla to Everest Base Camp with real GPS coordinates and altitude figures.
Duration
16 days
Max Elevation
5,644 m
Stops Mapped
15
Route Map
Two extra rest days, portered luggage, and a private guide: the classic route stretched to a comfortable pace for trekkers in their 60s, 70s, and beyond.
Every overnight stop on the Everest Base Camp Trek for Seniors, 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 Everest Base Camp Trek for Seniors. The Wilderness Medical Society advises sleeping no more than 500 m higher per night above 3,000 m. Steeper slopes between points show the days that exceed it.
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 | 6-7 |
| 4 | Namche Bazaar | 3,440 m | 6 | 2-4 |
| 5 | Namche Bazaar | 3,440 m | 3 | 1-2 |
| 6 | Tengboche | 3,860 m | 10 | 5-6 |
| 7 | Dingboche | 4,410 m | 10 | 5-6 |
| 8 | Dingboche | 4,410 m | 4 | 2-3 |
| 9 | Dingboche | 4,410 m | 2 | 1-2 |
| 10 | Lobuche | 4,940 m | 8 | 4-5 |
| 11 | Gorak Shep | 5,164 m | 13 | 6-8 |
| 12 | Pheriche | 4,240 m | 16 | 6-7 |
| 13 | Namche Bazaar | 3,440 m | 20 | 6-7 |
| 14 | Lukla | 2,860 m | 18 | 6-7 |
| 15 | Kathmandu | 1,400 m | — | — |
| 16 | — | — | — | — |