Everest Base Camp Trek 2026

March 29 – April 14, 2026

Trek to Everest Base Camp (EBC) while earning 20 Hours of AMA PRA Category 1 CME™ on one of the world’s most iconic high-altitude expeditions. This 17-day Mountain Medicine CME course takes place in the Himalayan Range of Nepal and follows the traditional trekking route to the base camp of Mount Everest (8,848 m), the highest mountain in the world.

This expedition leads participants from Kathmandu to the mountain village of Lukla via scenic flights, then on foot through remote valleys, across rivers, and through traditional Sherpa villages en route to Everest Base Camp. The journey combines sustained high-altitude trekking, wilderness medical education, and cultural immersion in one of the most demanding mountain environments on Earth.

Designed for individuals with strong physical fitness and prior hiking or outdoor experience, this trek delivers Mountain Medicine CME education in real-world, high-altitude settings — exactly where these skills matter most. Participants experience glaciers, expansive Himalayan views, and the unique lifestyle and culture of the Sherpa people while ascending gradually through steep and challenging terrain.

This is not a sightseeing trip.

This is a physically demanding, high-reward expedition for those who want to challenge themselves, build lasting friendships, and earn CME while undertaking a true once-in-a-lifetime Himalayan journey.

If you’ve been looking for a CME experience that feels less like a conference — and more like a true mountain expedition — this is it.

This expedition is designed for individuals who are comfortable in challenging environments, capable of sustained physical effort at altitude, and interested in learning Mountain Medicine in real-world conditions.

This is a small-group expedition built around shared challenge, mutual respect, and teamwork. Participants often form strong connections through the physical demands of the trek and the shared educational experience, resulting in friendships that extend well beyond the expedition itself.

This is not a tour — it’s a true high-altitude expedition.

Over the course of this trek, participants travel on foot through the Himalayan Range of Nepal, following the traditional route to Everest Base Camp. Days are spent ascending through remote mountain valleys, crossing rivers, and navigating steep, high-altitude terrain as the landscape becomes progressively more rugged and austere. The physical demands increase with elevation, and each day requires endurance, focus, and adaptability.

Trekkers move through small Sherpa villages and high-mountain settlements, gaining firsthand exposure to local culture and daily life in the Khumbu region. Along the route, participants experience expansive views of Mount Everest and the surrounding Himalayan Mountains, as well as impressive glaciers and dramatic alpine scenery that define this legendary trek.

Mountain Medicine CME education is integrated directly into the expedition.
Wild Med Adventures faculty deliver education in real-world, high-altitude environments, focusing on practical wilderness and expedition medicine concepts relevant to remote mountain travel. Instruction takes place where decision-making, risk assessment, and patient care matter most — in the mountains themselves.

The balance is intentional — demanding but sustainable — allowing participants to move safely while absorbing both the physical and educational components of the expedition.

Yes, you’ll earn CME credits — but more importantly, you’ll leave having:

This is the kind of experience that stays with you long after the trek ends.

16 Nights / 17 Days

Kathmandu Everest Base Camp Kathmandu

This expedition follows the traditional Everest Base Camp trekking route, combining high-altitude hiking, cultural exploration, and Mountain Medicine CME education throughout the Khumbu region of Nepal.

Kathmandu

Kathmandu Ramechhap

Ramechhap Lukla Phakding

Phakding Namche Bazaar

Namche Bazaar Tengboche Dingboche

Dingboche

Dingboche Lobuche Gorakshep Everest Base Camp

Gorakshep Kala Patthar Pheriche

Pheriche Kyangjuma Lukla

Lukla Kathmandu

Kathmandu

Kathmandu

Participants are responsible for booking their own flights. Scenic flights between Kathmandu and Lukla are included as part of the expedition.

Delegates should be vaccinated appropriately - Please see CDC recommendations for visiting https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/nepal?s_cid=ncezid-dgmq-travel-single-001

Trip preparation resources:

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

ACCME Statement: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of the Wilderness Medical Society and Wild Med Adventures, LLC. The Wilderness Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Wilderness Medical Society designates this educational activity for a maximum of 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM. Each physician should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

All educational content presented in this activity has been reviewed and validated as appropriate in keeping with sound scientific principles.

Jim Schultz, MD, FAWM

Patrick McHugh, MD, FAWM

Jim Schultz, MD, FAWM and Patrick McHugh, MD, FAWM serve as the Trip Leaders for this expedition and are part of the Wild Med Adventures faculty, leading the course and delivering the Mountain Medicine CME throughout the trek.

The mountain logistics and leadership are provided by extremely experienced international mountain guides from Nepal. These guides are responsible for on-trail logistics, route management, and mountain operations.

Wild Med Adventures faculty are responsible for the educational aspect of the trip only.

Participants are responsible for their own decisions, personal safety, and appropriate use of gear at all times.

Instructors and faculty may change based on availability.

Full payment is due 90 days prior to the course start date.
A $500 late fee will be added for payments received after this deadline, or your spot may be forfeited.

Participants must carry:

We recommend Global Rescue, which offers trip-specific and annual coverage.

Participation in this expedition involves high-altitude trekking and travel in remote and austere environments within Nepal’s Himalayan region. Activities include prolonged hiking days, steep and uneven terrain, exposure to extreme altitude, cold temperatures, variable weather, limited infrastructure, and delayed access to definitive medical care. These activities inherently involve risk, including but not limited to altitude illness (AMS, HACE, HAPE), injury, illness, falls, environmental exposure, evacuation delays, equipment failure, travel disruption, or death.

Participants are solely responsible for their own trekking decisions, pace, conduct, and use of equipment at all times.

Wild Med Adventures faculty provide medical education only and do not provide trekking instruction, mountaineering supervision, or safety oversight. Mountain logistics, route planning, and on-trail leadership are provided by experienced local Nepali guides and Sherpa staff. Wild Med Adventures and its faculty are not responsible for trail conditions, altitude effects, weather, guide decisions, equipment performance, or participant behavior.

This expedition is physically demanding and conducted at high altitude with sustained exertion over multiple consecutive days. Participants are responsible for assessing their own physical fitness, altitude tolerance, medical readiness, and prior experience before participation. This trek is not advised for individuals unable to tolerate strenuous activity, prolonged hiking at altitude, or remote expedition conditions. Prior hiking experience and previous altitude exposure are strongly recommended.

Rescue and evacuation insurance covering high-altitude and remote environments is mandatory for participation.

Personal medical insurance valid for international travel is strongly recommended.

Trip insurance is strongly recommended to cover delays, missed connections, weather disruptions, or trip interruption.

Participants are solely responsible for obtaining and maintaining appropriate insurance coverage.

Participants are responsible for securing all required travel documents, including a valid passport and Nepal entry visa. Visa, vaccination, and entry requirements vary by nationality and are subject to change. Participants are also responsible for compliance with airline baggage limits and domestic flight restrictions, including those related to Lukla access.

This expedition operates in a wilderness setting with limited control over environmental conditions. Weather events, landslides, snow, flight delays, earthquakes, or other natural events may require itinerary changes, alternate routes, delays, or early termination of the trek. Participants acknowledge that flexibility and expedition-style problem solving may be required.

By enrolling in and participating in this expedition, participants acknowledge and accept the inherent risks associated with high-altitude trekking, wilderness travel, and remote-area activities, and agree to assume full responsibility for their participation.