10/01/2025
How Long Does It Take To Climb Everest Mountain (8848.86m)
Well, climbing a high mountain is a long and gradual process, and it may vary on weather conditions and physical strength. And Mt. Everest is not an exception. In general, it takes around Eight to Ten days to reach Everest Base Camp after spending few days in Kathmandu. And at the Everest Base Camp, you’ll spend around six weeks on Training, Proper Acclimatization,.Rotation to the higher camps & Final Summit Push.
One of the intentions of staying at Everest Base Camp for so long is getting used to cold weather, harsh environments, and being familiar with the mountain you are going to the summit. However, the Everest Climbing Itinerary may differ according to the weather conditions and climbers‘ adaptation to the environment and other issues. So, overall in general it takes 8 to 10 weeks (55days to 70 days) for the whole process of the Everest Expedition.
Mount Everest (8848.86m) Expedition Itinerary:
Day01: Arrival in Nepal, Kathmandu,
Day02: Gear & Trip Preparation
Day03: Gear & Trip Preparation
Day04: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2610m), 3- 3.5hrs trek
Day05: Trek to Namche (3440m), 6-7hrs trek
Day06: Acclimatization Day. Day hike to Khumbu village or Everets Hotel (3860m)
Day07: Trek to Tengboche (3867m), 5-6 hrs trek
Day08: Trek to Dingboche (4400m), 5-6hrs trek
Day09: Day Hiking- Climb to Nangkartshang Hill (5100m)
Day10: Trek to Lobuche (4900m). 5-6 hrs walk
Day11: Trek to Everest Base Camp(53640m).6-7hrs walk
Day12 to Day55: Climbing Training, Proper Acclimatization, Stablish Camps, Fixing Ropes, Fixing Bridges, Rest & Summit Push
Day 56: Everest Base Camp: Clean Up and Packing Stuffs
Day57 to Day 59: Trek Back to Lukla
Day60: Lukla to Kathmandu by Flight
Day61-62: Spare Days in Kathmandu ( just for incase, if we need more time in the mountains). Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Day63: Departure
Note:- Please note that the Rotation & Acclimatization process may differ according to the weather conditions and climbers’ adaptation to the altitude and environment