The Everest Base Camp trek in April ( spring season) is the best time of year to go to the world’s highest Mount Everest base camp. The month of April is another busy and popular trekking season in Nepal after the autumn season (October–November), as the weather has been favorable among adventure lovers. During the month of April, the weather is reliable for hiking in the mountains, it will be mostly sunshine and clear blue skies, warmer temperatures combined with the autumn and winter season, minimal rain, and snow in the mountains. Therefore, April is the best month to plan to go to Everest Base Camp Trek.
The Everest Base Camp trek in April is a medium-category trekking trail that lies in the Khumbu region of Nepal, where Mount Everest is located. This fourteen-day Everest Base Camp trek is one of the most popular , adventurous, and challenging trekking routes in Nepal and offers strengthen views of the Everest region mountain ranges, including the traditional Sherpa people’s lifestyle in Nepal in that area for many hundreds of years.
The Everest Base Camp trek in April starts after a scenic flight to Lukla from Kathmandu. Lukla is the gateway to the Everest Base Camp trek. At lukla airport known as the busy small domestic airport located in Lukla. During the peak season of trekking in Nepal, more than five hundred travelers used to take a flight a day to Lukla for a journey to the Everest Base Camp. After landing in Lukla, you will basically start to trek from here. Before you reach the Everest base camp, at an elevation of 5364m from sea level, you will pass numbers traditional Sherpa villages, waterfalls, suspension bridges, snowscapes, hills, mountain views in the distance, charming Sherpa people and their fascinating culture, and visit several many-year-old Buddhist monasteries in Sagarmatha National Park, including ascending and descending through the beautiful landscapes.
The popular mountain that you will see more often is Mt. Everest, alt. 88884.86 m. Mt. Lhotse (alt. 8516 m), Mt. Nuptse (alt. 7900 m), Mt. Ama Dablam (alt. 6812 m), Mt. Thamserku (alt. 6600 m), Mt. Kusumkangaru (alt. 6650 m), Mt. Island Peak (alt. 6176 m), Mt. (alt. 6400 m), Mt. Tsolaste , Mt. Pumari (7100 m), Mt. Khumbila, and Mt. Lolang, including hundreds of beautiful mountains, surround the Everest Base Camp Trek trail.
While you are trekking to EBC after the Namche Bazar (alt. 3410 m), you will start to see the mountain views, including Mt. Everest. the everest view Hotel Viewpoint is the early viewpoint that gives you the opportunity to see Mt. Everest in the distance. Following days of the trek, you will continue your journey to Mount Everest base camp through the Tengboche old monastery and the popular Pangboche and Dingboche (alt. 4410 m) Sherpa villages where you will make another acclimatization day before reaching above 4500m higher elevation , and after one more night spent at Lobuche, finally you will stretch your legs at the base camp of Mount Everest at an elevation of 5364m from sea level. Reaching the base camp in the month of April, you will also meet numbers of Everest expedition groups and their camp at base camp. You may meet climbing participants who are preparing to summit Mt. Everest. After fulfilling your dream to be at Everest Base Camp and take good photos and videos the same day, you will return back to Gorekshep for an overnight stay, and Gorekshep is the last teahouse during the Everest Base Camp trek.
The second highlight section of the Everest base camp trek in April is that you will have spectacular sunrise and sunset views of Mount Everest at a very close distance from the Kalapatther viewpoint at 5550 m above sea level. Kala Patthar viewpoint is located 400m ascends from Gorekshep and its steep ascent reaches 5550m, but you shall be rewarded with the amazing views of the Mount Everest range, including many peaks around it. After enjoy this majestic mountain views, you will trek 3-4 days trek back to Lukla and the next step of this trek is you will take a short flight back to Kathmandu, which brings to an end a nice trekking experience of doing the Everest Base Camp trek in April.
Top 8 Advantages of doing Everest Base Camp trek in April 2026/2027
Reliable temperature : During the month of April, the temperature is very reliably hot, with minimal chances to face the freezing cold in the higher section of the trek.
Good views of the mountain: The month of April is a good time of year, as the weather is favorable, like sunshine, clear skies , and temperature.
Meet the Everest expedition group at the Everest base camp: as April is the popular season to climb big mountains like Everest, you will meet many expedition groups at the base camp and you may have a chance to share some experiences together.
Long hours of the day: As the spring season in Nepal offers long hours of the day, which will give you more space to see mountains and walk slowly to reach the camp day.
Less cold: if you are not familiar with more cold, then go to Everest Base Camp in April or May, as the weather is warmer and less cold except in the morning and evening.
Smooth flight to Lukla: since the weather is clear, the Lukla flight has fewer chances to be delayed or canceled.
Blooms of different types of flowers include the Nepalese national flower called rhododendron, which you can see along the trek to Everest base camp.
No worry about leeches, mosquitoes, and mud on the trail
Highlights of the Everest Base Camp trek in April 2026/2027.
- Scenic flight to Lukla through the beautiful mountain ranges.
- Visit popular local Market at Namche Bazaar at 3410m
- Spectacular views of Mount Everest from Everest View Hotel and Kala Patthar viewpoint.
- Explore the traditional sherpa villages and their culture and religions
- Cross the numbers of suspensions bridges
- Mountain mystic views in sunset and sunrise over the Mt. Everest range, including many other mountains.
- Reach at the world’s highest mount Everest base camp at 5364m
- Crossing several serene monasteries, temples, and Mane walls.
- Visit the famous sagarmatha national park museum
- Visit the popular Sherpa people’s town, which includes Khumjung villages.
- Meet with the local Sherpa people and explore their basic lifestyle.
Weather conditions in April during the Everest Base Camp Trek
During the month of April, going to the Everest Base Camp trek, the weather is perfect, with mostly sunny days, clear blue skies, and minimal rain or snow in the mountains. In the lower section of this trek, there can be less visibility and haze sometimes, but when you reach the higher section of this trek, you will have good visibility and clear weather, which offer great views of mountains in the distance. Spring season or the month of April, is also known as the favorable month for changing the color of trees as they grow the new leaves and grow new seeds, blooming the rhododendron flowers, which add more amazing views in front of the white mountain with red flowers around the forest.
As the new season starts and new plants grow, most of the day, from late afternoon, it can be bring drizzling and thunderstorms lower parts of the trek , and snow in the mountains, but it quickly melts because the temperature is hot in April, and it helps to melt quickly. Normally evening rain will bring the clear blue skies the next morning as the dust goes down with the rain, which is an advantage to travelers as they have good visibility with minimal haze and pollution in the valley.
The difference between the best seasons for trekking in Nepal, like autumn (October and November), which is colder, and spring (April and May), is that it is warmer and hotter as the temperature is increasing day by day as the monsoon season starts soon. While you are walking during the day, the temperature is hot , and it can be sweaty. Lots of mornings and evenings might be chill, especially after you reach the higher section of the trek, but when you have good preparation and packed necessary equipment, you don’t feel it, as you can add more warm clothes. Every single big expedition that included Mt. Everest happened in the spring season, from April to May, as the weather is favorable, with warm temperatures, sunshine , and blue skies most of the day. During the month of April, there is a minimal chance of the flight to Lukla being canceled, as the weather is clear and there are fewer chances of having clouds and fog in the valley.
Overall, the weather in April is clear and the best choice for trekking in Nepal, including the Mt. Everest base camp trek. April is the second-best season of the year, as the weather is stable with warmer temperatures and sunny days, minimal rain, and no snow in the mountains, which will give you the best opportunity to have clear views of Mt. Everest and make your lifetime experience and good memories of trekking in Nepal in April.
Temperature feels during the Everest base camp trek in April:
The temperature depends on the place you are reaching, like the elevation, section of the everest base camp trek , and weather conditions during the daytime. As the weather is unpredictable, in case it is snowing in the higher section of the trek, then the temperature can fall, and if the weather is stable and not snowing or raining in the lower section of the trek in the spring month of April, it will be hotter.
Here is the tentative date of each place that you trek to everet base camp trek in the general itinerary based.
| Place Name | Altitude | Daytime Temp (°C) | Nighttime Temp (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lukla | 2760m | 10–15°C | 4 to 0°C |
| Namche Bazaar | 3410m | 8–12°C | 0 to -4°C |
| Tengboche | 3900m | 8–10°C | -3 to -7°C |
| Dingboche | 4410m | 5–10°C | -2 to -5°C |
| Lobuche | 4900m | 4–8°C | -5 to -8°C |
| Everest Base Camp | 5364m | 3–7°C | -10 to -15°C |
| Kala Patthar | 5555m | -8–10°C | -15 to -20°C |
| Everest View Hotel (Namche) | 3800m | 6–10°C | -2 to -6°C |
This temperature is average; actual conditions of temperature are based on the same day’s weather conditions. In the lower section of the trek, the temperature is relatively mild but can drop at nighttime, and in the higher section of the trek, the temperature can drop slowly—slowly.
Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary for april 2026/2027
Here is the outline itinerary for the Everest Base Camp trek in April 2026 and 2027:
Day 1: Fly to Lukla (alt. 2760 m) and trek to Phakding , 3-4 hrs., alt. 2610m.
Day 2: Trek to Namche Bazaar from Phakding , 6 hrs., alt. 3410m.
Day 3: Acclimatization day – hike to Everest View Hotel , (alt. 3800 m)
Day 4: Trek to Tengboche , alt. 3780 m, 5 hrs
Day 5: Trek to Dingboche alt. 4410m , 5 hrs
Day 6: another acclimatization day – Hike to Nagkarjung hill (alt. 4900 m)
Day 7: Trek to Lobuche , 5 hrs., alt. 4900 m
Day 8: Trek to Everest Base Camp (alt. 5364) and return to Gorekshep (alt.5100m) for stay. – 8-10 hrs.
Day 9: Early morning hike to Kala Patthar viewpoint (alt. 5550 m) for sunrise views and trek back to Pheriche (4100 m) 7-8 hrs
Day 10: Trek back to Namche Bazaar, 6 hrs., alt. 3410 m
Day 11: Trek back to Lukla, alt. 2760 m, 7 hrs.
Day 12: Fly back to Kathmandu (30 minutes). Your trek ends here.
It is a general itinerary followed by most of the trekkers , but the Everest Base Camp trek itinerary is always possible to customize as per your timetable if you want to add a few days more or make it shorter than the above suggestion.
5 Disadvantages of doing Everest Base Camp Trek in April
Doing the Everest Base Camp trek in April has some disadvantages also involved during this month.
Crowded trail: If you are not familiar with the crowded trail and are looking for a peaceful and quiet trail, then April may not be the right month for you to trek to Everest Base Camp, as April is the high peak season and most of the people choose this month to trek in Nepal. Also in this season a lot of big expedition groups are going, so it will be a very busy trail. For fewer crowds and peace and quiet, you can do it in May or from the end of November to early January every year.
Visibility: March to early April has a higher chance of having a lot of haze and fog in the valley since there is a lot of burning of old grass and fire in the jungle, which brings a lot of pollution and haze, so it may not offer the best views as the autumn season, like November and December. As well, spring is known as the rough weather season, as mountain weather converts quickly to rain , cloudiness, and snow in the mountains.
Lukla flight Delay and flight from Ramechhap instead of direct flight from Kathmandu: in the peak season, like autumn (October and November) and spring (March to April), all the flights fly from Ramechhap Airport instead of directly from Kathmandu. Ramechhap Airport is a 5-hour drive from Kathmandu.
And lukla flights also can be delayed due to the haze and fog. There is some chance to delay the Lulka flight and you may have to wait another day. If you are looking for smooth flights and want to fly to Lukla directly from Kathmandu in the ends of and December or May and June, you can go from Kathmandu.
Snow and thunderstorms: In months like March , April, and May, which are in the spring season, it can be snowing in the mountains, and there can be thunderstorms in the lower section of the trek. But it is less worry as the snow melt quickly and evening rain or thunderstorms bring next-day clear views of mountains.
Fewer chances to get comfortable lodges and food: As April is the high peak season, many tourists trek to Everest Base Camp in this month, so it brings busy teahouses to most of the places during the Everest Base Camp trek.
Similar Alternative trekking routes during the months of April
Everest base camp trek with Gokyo lake trek
Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Lake is another popular trekking trail that connects the two major highlights places like Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lake, in the Everest region. The Everest with Gokyo Lake trek is a few days longer than the Everest Base Camp trek itinerary, as you will do more exploration, see more mountain views, and cross one of the popular high passes, Chola Pass (alt. 5420m), among the 3 high passes in the Everest region. Everest Base Camp with Gokyo gives you the opportunity to explore the beautiful Gokyo Lakes.
Additionally, cross the biggest Nangzungma glacier, which is close to Mt. Choyou (alt. 8210 m); moreover, you will be rewarded with the best ever 360-degree views from Gokyo ri (alt. 5360m) over the Mthttps://www.exploreinnepal.com/everest-base-camp-with-gokyo-lake-trek/. Everest ranges, Mt. Aam Dablam, Mt. Choyou , Mt. Cholaste , Mt. Twache , Mt. Makalu, and Mt. Mera Peak, including the hundreds of beautiful peaks surrounding them. Adding 3-4 more days to the Everest Base Camp trek itinerary, you will have another great opportunity to see the other side of the Khumbu Valley.
The Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lake itinerary and route are very similar to the Everest Base Camp and return to Lobuche. After here, the Gokyo Lake trails separate to the right to Dzungla (alt. 4800m), and in the following days you will cross the Chola Pass (alt. 5420m) and trek to Gokyo Lake Valley and hike to Gokyo Ri viewpoint (alt. 5360m)—return to Namche via the Dole. Namche is the joining place of both the Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lake treks, and then travelers will go back to Lukla and fly back to Kathmandu.
Gokyo lake with Renjo la pass Trek
Gokyo with the Renjola Pass trek is the alternative option to the Everest Base Camp trek. If you are looking something similar to everest base camp like experience, mountain views , similar altitude of Everest base camp, and good views of Mt Everest range without going everest base camp, Gokyo lake and Gokyo ri viewpoints would be the best options for every single traveler.
Moreover , if you are not familiar with crowded trails and are looking for a more comfortable teahouse and want to skip the crowd, then the Gokyo Lake with Renjola Pass would be the best choice for you. This trek route is best scenic trail that offer you the best views of Mt. Everest range, Mt. Cho Oyu, beautiful Gokyo lakes , Ngzungma glaciers, including the hike to Gokyo ri viewpoints and cross the Renjola pass (alt. 5361 m)
Gokyo Lake and Renjo La Pass Trek are located close to the Everest Base Camp (EBC). The EBC and Gokyo Lake trek itineraries are similar till the Kyangjungma, and the Gokyo Lake trek itinerary leads the trekkers to the left side of valley and the Everest Base Camp classical trail goes right down to the Phungi Thanga in the direction of the Tenboche Monastery. You will trek through Dole, and Machhermo a few days before reaching Gokyo Lake (alt. 4700m). Following days you can ascend to Gokyo ri viewpoint for to strengthen both sunrise and and sunset views over the mountain top before cross the Renjola pass (alt. 5361 m)
Renjola Pass (alt.5361m) is a beautiful high pass among the three highest passes on the Everest region trek. From the top of the viewpoint, you can see the best views of the Mt. Everest range and have a great experience crossing the high pass above 5000m from sea level. Along the way you will also reach the Thame village, which is one of the oldest Sherpa villages, where most of the Everest climber Sherpas were born, including Appa Sherpa and Ang Kami Sherpa, who put the most ascending person on the top of the world, Mt. Everest. The Gokyo Lake trek trail connects in Namche Bazaar, and then you will continue trekking back to Lukla and fly back to Kathmandu.
Everest Three High pass trek
If you are looking for more adventure and challenging the Everest base camp trek at the same time, including the Everest base camp trek, then the Everest three high pass trek would be the best choice for adventure trekkers. The three high passes, called Khongma La (alt. 5530 m), Chola Pass (alt. 5420 m), and Renjo La Pass (alt. 5361 m), are located close to Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lake Valley.
The Everest Three High Passes Trek is a harder and more challenging trekking trail. This trek is recommend for those trekkers who already have experience trekking and hiking in the higher elevation with strong physical and mental stamina, as the trek route lies mostly in the remote part of the mountain and the terrain is more rugged and rocky, include the higher elevation pass.
The Everest Three High Passes Trek is rewarding with majestic mountain views in the close distance and a great experience of trekking above 5000m from sea level. You will not miss on this trek any highlight views that you need to see during the Everest region trek, as it includes all highlighted places like all three high passes of the Everest region, Everest Base Camp, Gokyo Valley, Gokyo Ri, and Kala Patthar viewpoint, including many more .
Everest three high passes trek routes is similar to Everest Base Camp Trek until the Dingboche villages and after Dingboche Three High Passes Trek Route leads through the Chhukung valley for the 1st pass called Khongma la pass (alt. 5520m) and again connects to Lobuche and you will follow the same routes to Everest base camp trek and Kala Patthar viewpoint, and trekkers will heading up to the northwest of Everest Base Camp for the 2nd high pass called Chola pass (5420 m) and connects to the Gokyo valley , where you will spend a fewer days for the explore and hike to Gokyo ri viewpoint (alt. 5360 m) before going to cross the last pass among the three high passes called Renjo la pass (alt. 530m), and you will trekking to Namche bazzar through the popular Thame villages. Before you end your three high pass trek, you will spend a night at Lukla, and the next morning you will catch a scenic flight back to where your trek ends.
Everest base camp trek Packing list during the Month of April
As the weather is hotter and the temperature is increasing, you don’t need more warm clothes like in the autumn season in Nepal. But I highly recommend carrying the rain gear with this unpredictable weather.
Clothing
- 2 thermal tops (light merino wool or synthetic)
- 2 thermal bottoms (lightweight leggings)
- 1 fleece jacket or pullover
- Medium-weight down jacket (packable)
- Waterproof and windproof jacket (Gore-Tex or similar)
- Waterproof trekking pants (1 pair)
- 2–3 warm trekking trousers
- 2 long-sleeve trekking shirts (quick-dry)
- 2 short-sleeve quick-dry T-shirts
- 1 warm fleece or thermal set for sleeping
- 4–5 pairs moisture-wicking underwear
- 2 sports bras (for women)
Handwear
- Lightweight liner gloves
- Insulated outer gloves (weather-dependent, optional at lower altitudes)
Headwear
- Warm beanie or wool hat (for mornings/nights)
- Sun hat or cap (essential for sunny days)
- Buff or neck gaiter (for dust/sun)
Footwear
- Waterproof trekking boots (well broken-in)
- Camp shoes or sandals
- 4–5 pairs of medium to thick trekking socks (wool or synthetic)
- Sock liners (optional)
Sleeping Gear
- Sleeping bag (comfort rating around -10°C to -15°C)
- Sleeping bag liner (optional for added warmth/hygiene)
Bags
- 30–40L daypack (for daily use)
- Duffel bag or larger backpack (carried by porter we provide it’s refundable)
Essentials
- 2 x 1L water bottles or hydration bladder
- Water purification tablets, drops, or UV filter (like SteriPEN)
Toiletries
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Biodegradable soap/shampoo
- Wet wipes or quick-dry towel
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Lip balm with SPF
- Moisturizer
- Hand sanitizer
- Toilet paper (stored in ziplock)
First Aid & Health
- Personal medications
- Basic first aid kit (band-aids, antiseptic, blister care)
- Diamox
- Ibuprofen or paracetamol
- Throat lozenges or cough drops
Extras
- Headlamp (with spare batteries)
- Power bank
- Trekking poles
- Sunglasses (UV protection)
- Light snacks (nuts, energy bars, chocolate)
- Entertainment: book, cards, journal
- Passport & necessary permits (plus photocopies)
April-Specific Tips
- Be ready for sun, light rain, or snow — layers are key
- Start early: snow can melt and trail conditions worsen by afternoon
- Weather can shift quickly — always carry rain gear
- Keep electronics dry: bring a few ziplocks or a dry bag
- Bring insect repellent if lower elevation trekking is involved
Final say:
The Everest Base Camp trek going in April is the best choice since the weather is reliable and offers the best views of the mountain. April is the month of the spring season in Nepal, where the temperature is usually hotter compared to the autumn or winter seasons in Nepal. You may face some fog and haze in the lower part of the trek but when you reach the higher section of the trek above 3500m , the visibility shall be better with clear skies and sunshine days.
Afternoons can be lightning, thunderstorms, snowy, and sometimes rainy in the lower section of the trek, but mornings always have clear views and good visibility to see the mountain views in the distance. We highly recommend to all adventure lovers and those travelers who are looking to go trekking to Everest Base Camp in season to please go in April, which is the best month of the spring season, as you will have a great opportunity to see clear mountain views and minimal rain and snow. April is the best time of year for going to Everest Base Camp Trek after autumn season months like October, November, and December.
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