Everest Base Camp vs Ghorepani Poon Hill
Pick Everest Base Camp for
adventure, a real challenge, a spiritual journey
Pick Ghorepani Poon Hill for
nature, first-timers, family trips, an easier walk, a smaller budget, fewer days
| Everest Base Camp | Ghorepani Poon Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Nepal, Solukhumbu | Nepal, Myagdi, Gandaki |
| Highest point | 5,364 m | 3,210 m |
| Difficulty | Difficult | Easy–moderate |
| Trek distance | about 130 km | about 40 km |
| Days on the ground | 13–15 | 4–5 |
| Best months | Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov | Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec |
| Snow likely | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar | Jan, Feb |
| Crowds in season | Busy | Busy |
| Daily spend | about ₹5,000 | about ₹3,000 |
| Gateway | Kathmandu (Lukla flight) | Pokhara |
| With kids | Not advised | Good |
| With seniors | Not advised | Possible |
| Permits | Sagarmatha National Park entry + Khumbu local area fee. Check current guide rules. | ACAP permit. Check current guide rules. |
Everest Base Camp: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
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- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Ghorepani Poon Hill: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely