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Major city · Nepal

Dingbocheडिङ्बोचे

Spend 1–2 days in Dingboche for acclimatization before higher passes; walk to nearby villages or rest at lodge.

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Dingboche is a high‑altitude village (4,410 m) on the classic Everest Base Camp route. It offers basic lodging, a chance to acclimatise, and short walks to Pangboche and Chukhung. One to two nights are enough for most trekkers before moving on.

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Local time, weather, currency, airports
Weather
see forecast
Currency
NPR
Best months
Oct–Nov, Mar–May
avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon, heavy snowfall)
Airports
LUA · KTM
Nights
1–2

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This is a basic guide for Dingboche: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 6
  • South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
  • South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
  • Nepal ↗Get visa information only from the Department of Immigration; visa-service lookalike sites charge extra, and the rules differ by nationality.
  • Nepal ↗At stupas walk clockwise; at temples and homes remove shoes where there is a rack or a raised floor; cover shoulders and knees.
  • Nepal ↗Carry Nepalese rupees in small notes: many stalls, taxis and tea shops are cash-only, and shops rarely take foreign notes.
  • Nepal ↗Strikes (bandh) and protests can close roads without notice: check the news and your hotel the night before any airport or highway day.

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  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Dingboche100 ▾

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Dingboche, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Acclimatisation stopIsland Peak View LodgeEverest Link internet cafe
Airports
LUA Tenzing-Hillary Airport, Lukla (Nearest airstrip; 2–3 trekking days away via Namche Bazaar. No road or air access to Dingboche itself.) · KTM Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu (International gateway; fly or drive to Lukla, then trek in.)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    not flagged

    −2°C (28°F)

  2. Feb

    not flagged

    0°C (32°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    3°C (37°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    6°C (43°F)

  5. May

    Best

    9°C (48°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    11°C (52°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    12°C (54°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    11°C (52°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    8°C (46°F)

  10. Oct

    Best

    4°C (39°F)

  11. Nov

    Best

    0°C (32°F)

  12. Dec

    not flagged

    −2°C (28°F)

Best: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →

Warmest Jul (12°C (54°F)), coolest Jan (−12°C (10°F) low), wettest Jul (3 rain days), driest Jan (0). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Dingboche: next 7 days

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

−2°C (28°F)

−12°C (10°F)

0 rd

Feb

0°C (32°F)

−10°C (14°F)

0 rd

Mar

3°C (37°F)

−8°C (18°F)

0 rd

Apr

6°C (43°F)

−5°C (23°F)

0 rd

May

9°C (48°F)

−2°C (28°F)

0 rd

Jun

11°C (52°F)

0°C (32°F)

2 rd

Jul

12°C (54°F)

1°C (34°F)

3 rd

Aug

11°C (52°F)

0°C (32°F)

3 rd

Sep

8°C (46°F)

−2°C (28°F)

2 rd

Oct

4°C (39°F)

−6°C (21°F)

1 rd

Nov

0°C (32°F)

−10°C (14°F)

0 rd

Dec

−2°C (28°F)

−12°C (10°F)

0 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Village is compact; walk to Pangboche (≈30 min) or Chukhung (≈45 min). No local transport; use trekking poles and pace yourself for altitude.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Pangboche

go

Door to door: ≈45 min round trip

Walk north along the trail, about 30 min

Visit the monastery and enjoy views of Ama Dablam.

Chukhung

go

Door to door: ≈1 h 30 min round trip

Walk south on the trail, about 45 min

Good spot for sunrise over Everest.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Island Peak View Lodge

Simple rooms, gas‑heated shower, masala tea; good for acclimatisation.

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
Rs 800–1,200 excl. bed
Mid
Rs 1,200–2,000 excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Basic lodge bed1 × 1 night × NPR 1,200NPR 1,200
Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × NPR 2,000NPR 2,000
Internet cafe (20 Rs/min)1 × NPR 400 · Check usage time.NPR 400
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurgeNPR 360
Trip total≈ NPR 3,960 per person per day, bed includedNPR 3,960

Island Peak View Lodge.

2026 estimate in NPR; flights and permits excluded.

Prices of common things

Masala tea (café)Rs 30–50
Momos (street stall)Rs 50–80
Internet cafe (per minute)Everest Link.Rs 20

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Generally safe for trekkers; main risks are altitude sickness and cold weather. Carry a basic first‑aid kit and stay hydrated.
  • Altitude sickness risk above 4,000 m; ascend slowly and hydrate.
  • Cold nights; bring a warm sleeping bag (‑10 °C (50 °F) rating).
  • Internet cafe charges Rs 20 per minute; plan usage.

Emergency numbers

Police
100
Ambulance
102
Tourist police
1144

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Dingbocheडिङ्बोचे

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My bed tonight

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यो ठेगानामा लैजानुहोस्To this address, please

Emergency

  • Police100
  • Ambulance102
  • Tourist police1144

Embassy

US consulate in Kathmandu; nearest Nepali embassy for other nationals.

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Trek from Namche Bazaar to Dingboche: ≈ 6 h walking, 4,410 m altitude; no paid transport.

Say or show

  • कति पर्छ? — How much does this cost? (kati parchha?)
  • पानी दिनुहोस् — I need water, please (pani dinuhos)
  • शौचालय कहाँ छ? — Where is the bathroom? (shauchalaya kaha cha?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Dingboche. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Oct–Nov, Mar–May · avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon, heavy snowfall) · month by month →
  2. 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 2 bands
  5. 2 day-trips, door to door
  6. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. Acclimatisation schedule: Dingboche 1 night → Lobuche 1 night → Gorak Shep 1 night → EBC.
  2. Lodging options: Island Peak View Lodge (budget), other basic lodges (mid).
  3. Connectivity: Everest Link internet cafe (Rs 20/min).

Meanwhile

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