Duration
16 days
Max. Elevation
5545.00m
Group size
2+
Everest Base Camp Trekking is one of many people's ambitions
to see Mt. Everest, the tallest peak on the earth, which soars over the blue
sky line at a height of 8,848 m and 29,028 ft.
Truly one of the most intriguing regions for all forms of adventure within high and picturesque Khumbu in the shadow of Everest and other high peaks that surround you on your wonderful Everest Base Camp Trekking journey.
Everest Base Camp Expedition The trek begins with a
magnificent flight to Lukla's Sherpa town and its unusual little airfield, and
then our walk follows the Dudh Kosi River upstream via the Sherpa agricultural
communities of Phakding and Monjo to enter Sagarmatha National Park.
The park is a World Heritage Site, encompassing an area of 1,148 square kilometers and presenting a variety of unique flora and animals, world tallest mountains, Sherpa vibrant culture, and age-old Buddhist religious traditions.
Slowly rising to reach the famed Namche Bazaar, where an
exciting and lively market takes place once a week on Saturday, a terrific spot
to be on market day, from Namche walking with amazing views of Mt. Everest and
a sequence of peaks including the spectacular Ama Dablam.
As our trip progresses each day, we'll be traveling towards the famed and magnificent Thyangboche Monastery, a delightful destination with views of mountains inside a green forest surrounding where Mani-Rimdu, a spectacular colorful festival held in October, takes place.
As we leave the green lush flora and tree lines and reach
the high barren and desert region within the arctic zone of ice and glaciers at
Everest base camp, we are greeted with breath-taking beauty of enormous peaks
and the legendary Khumbu Ice falls and glaciers.
After spending time beneath the towering South Face of
Everest, return to Lukla with a hike to Kalapathar, the highest point of the
expedition at 5,545 m, affording a breath-taking view of Everest within a
stone's throw. Finally, our wonderful scenic and cultural walks end in Lukla
for an exciting journey return to the noise and bustle of Kathmandu after a
fantastic trip of a lifetime on Everest Base Camp Trekking.
When is the
ideal time to visit Everest Base Camp?
In the Himalayas, there are two hiking seasons: pre-monsoon (February, March, April, and May) and post-monsoon (June, July, and August) (late September, October, November and December). The excellent view of the entire Himalayan range of the Everest area may be seen. Furthermore, this is an excellent time to visit Nepal since numerous significant cultural events also takes place, including Nepal’s big festival Dashain. At that time, the temperature range is ideal, ranging from 10 to 25 degrees Celsius. However, the last week of December is colder than usual.
Local
Culture and Tradition of Everest Base Camp
In the Everest area, Sherpas make up the bulk of the
population. Buddhists make up the vast majority of Sherpas. The Loshar festival
is their primary event. Gyalpo Lhosar is Lhosar's Sherpa name. On the English
calendar, it is in February or March. To mark the event, Guthunk and Chhyang
(Tibetan beer) dumpling feasts are hosted. The dwellings are meticulously
cleaned, with special attention paid to the kitchen, where the family eats.
Every Sherpa community has a monastery, some of which is over 500 years old, such as the "monastery of Thame and Pangboche villages," although the famed monastery of Thyangboche was even older and was destroyed by a massive fire in 1991 and rebuilt to its original forms.
Accommodation
during Everest Base Camp
As a developing nation, as we travel to the Himalayan region, the vegetation and people density decrease, which is one of the main reasons why we sometimes have to make sacrifices for the best services. However, because this is a tourist route, most amenities remain accessible, albeit some may necessitate a detour. For example, there is 24-hour power, laundry services (due to a lack of warmth and sunlight), internet, fruits, hot showers, toilet commode, room quality, and availability (standard quality rooms are found which are designed for meeting the basic requirements). The trek planning staffs, on the other hand, makes every effort to provide the best services and amenities available.
Acclimatization
and Communication
Adapting to the surroundings, temperature, climate,
traditions, cultures, and cuisine is one of the most important aspects of
completing and enjoying the journey. When planning our itineraries, we always
keep in mind that we should not climb more than 800 meters in a single day.
This can cause altitude sickness and respiratory problems. Slowing down and
stopping along the way, on the other hand, assists our bodies in adjusting to
changes in temperature, weather, and climate. We're not going on a trek to walk
all the time, and hiring a guide doesn't mean he or she will be leading and you
will be following, but asking questions about the local people, their way of
life, traditions, and culture is a good way to learn more about the traditions
and cultures of the place we're visiting.
Foods and beverages that cause physiological and emotional stress, such as diarrhea, constipation, headaches, anger problems, a sensation of maltreatment, and a lack of services, must be avoided on occasion. Before embarking on a tour and inquiring about available accommodations, visitors should always note which foods and beverages they are allergic to or do not consume, as this will assist in the formulation of a plan B for food and beverages.
Travel
Insurance
Holiday Tour Nepal strongly advises and recommends that all
of our guests obtain both travel and medical insurance in case of unforeseen
events during their Himalayan holiday. Travel and medical insurance must be
completed and acquired before traveling to Himalayan areas.
All of our guests must have Travel and Medical Insurance before going on any trip or trek with Holiday Trip Nepal. It should include enough coverage for tours and treks, such as personal injury, death, medical expenses, and repatriation costs for any form of transportation used during emergency evacuations, such as helicopter rescue, air ambulance, or appropriate luggage cover.
Altitude
Sickness
Anyone can get mountain altitude sickness. The decrease in
air pressure at high altitude makes breathing difficult due to a lack of
oxygen. Above 3300m, it is more prevalent (10,000ft). The following are the indications
and symptoms: Dizziness/headache, Vomiting and nausea, Fatigue and
tiredness, tired yet unable to sleep, Appetite loss and Stress
and Anger and so on.
To avoid AMS, dress appropriately for the weather, drink
enough of water, eat properly, and move slowly. It is best to request rest or
sleep if the body is not feeling well. Maintain water and follow the tour
leader's directions and mountain sickness advice.
If small problems emerge during a walk, our guides are well-trained in first aid. Each consumer should have his or her own insurance before coming to Nepal in case of an emergency. All of our personnel are insured in the case of an emergency. In the event that an emergency helicopter evacuation is necessary, we may arrange Helicopter Rescue, which may be reimbursed by your insurance.
Latrine and
water facilities in Everest Base Camp
Every guest home includes a hot shower, which might be a
shower stall or a bucket of hot water. Please keep in mind that there may not
be enough hot water for all hikers at high altitudes. For environmental
reasons, limit the usage of hot water unless it is solar heated. Each lodge has
a washing and dryer, but you must supply your own soap. If the water is frozen,
request that your guide bring you a bowl of warm water.
Communication,
Electricity, and Battery recharging
As a developing country, energy infrastructures are not
available in certain places, and even when they are, load-shedding and
electrical shortages can occur owing to natural or human causes. Carrying a
power bank is recommended for charging the batteries of mobile phones, cameras,
flashlights, and other gadgets.
Because they acquire or use electricity from other sources,
some businesses charge extra to recharge the battery. Installed are generators,
solar panels, and even private hydropower. Because of the electricity as well
as the private poles, as well as the significant amount of money that the
locals must spend in poles, cables, and internet service providers, the
internet requires a specific amount of payment, which varies from place to area
and is not applicable everywhere.
Outline
Itinerary for 16 Days Everest Base Camp Trek
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu 1,350 m and transfer to hotel.
Day 2: Full day in Kathmandu with half day sightseeing tour
at places of interest.
Day 3: Fly to Lukla 2,830 m and trek to Phakding 2,640 m -
04 hrs.
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,440 m - 06 hrs.
Day 5: Rest Day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and
local excursion.
Day 6: Trek to Thyangboche Monastery 3,867 m – 05 hrs.
Day 7: Trek to Dingboche 4,260 m - 05hrs.
Day 8: Rest Day at Dingboche for acclimatization and
excursion.
Day 9: Trek to Lobuche 4,930 m - 05 hrs.
Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp 5364 m and return to
Gorakshep 5,180 m - 06 hrs.
Day 11: Hike to Kalapathar 5,545 m trek to Pangboche 3,900 m
via Pheriche - 06 hrs.
Day 12: Trek to Namche Bazaar - 06 hrs walks.
Day 13: Trek to Lukla - 04 hrs.
Day 14: Fly to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Day 15: In Kathmandu free day for individual activities.
Day 16: Final International departure from Nepal.
Day
1
Upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport on various airlines, you will be greeted by our senior office personnel and guides and sent to your accommodation in the city center.
After settling into your accommodations and recharging,
Prepare for a briefing on Everest Base Camp Trekking, where our guide will provide you with vital information about the journey and your time in Nepal.
with us.
The evening includes a welcome supper in a lovely and traditional Nepalese restaurant, as well as a folk culture program of Nepal. while you eat.
Day
2
Depart from the hotel in the morning for a thrilling tour of Kathmandu's major attractions, including the city and its valley, which are rich in historical and religious structures, temples, and monasteries that are World Heritage Site
Durbar Square in Kathmandu
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Temple of Pashupatinath
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Stupa of Bouddhanath
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Stupa Swyambhunath
After an interesting tour, the afternoon is free to relax
and prepare for the Everest Base Camp trek, which begins with an early morning
flight to Lukla.
Day
3
Transfer to domestic airport in the early morning for a
short and scenic flight to Lukla on a smaller aircraft (Twin Otter or Dornier)
with an amazing panorama of the Himalayan series of peaks, including Mt.
Everest, as the plane lands on its unique uphill runways at Tenzing &
Hillary airport in Lukla.
From here, we make a slow descent, passing through many
Sherpa villages with well-tended crops, vegetable fields, and terraces, with
views of the snow-capped peaks of Kwangde and Kusum Khanguru, before arriving
at our first overnight stop of the trek at Phakding, in the comfort of a nice
and cozy lodge located by the raging Dudh-Koshi River.
Day
4
Today began with a moderate uphill hike following the Dudh
Kosi River upstream, crossing a few bridges to reach the Sagarmatha National
Park gate near Monjo village.
From here, a nice stroll on river bed then rise for few
hours through wooded route with views of snow topped peaks, as this gorgeous
trek lands you at fascinating Namche Bazaar in Nepalese.
Day
5
A rest day at Namche Bazaar for essential acclimatization
before traveling higher is a good site for a free day at an elevation over
3,440 m.
Spend the day in Namche with a magnificent climb to
observation points on top of Namche overlooking Mt. Everest-Ama Dablam and
other peaks, then spend the afternoon exploring the streets and stores. Namche
has a colourful and active Saturday Market once a week.
Day
6
From Namche, the walk follows a leisurely and beautiful trail. Lunch at the Imjatse River at Phunge-Tenga for lunch, followed by an afternoon An upward trek through rhododendron, pine, and fir forests with spectacular vistas
of snow-capped peaks.
After a few hours of climbing, you will arrive at
Thyangboche Monastery, where you can enjoy magnificent views of Everest,
Nuptse, Lhotse, Kangtenga, Thamasarku, Kwande, and the magnificent Amadablam.
In the afternoon, you will have time to visit its interesting monastery and
Observe monks and priests in prayer.
Day
7
After trekking downwards for an hour towards the Imjatse
River, passing a bridge into open area where tree lines terminate for a few
short juniper and rhododendron plants, upward for a bit to reach Pangboche
settlement at 3,900 meters.
This is the final permanent town before Dingboche and beyond;
from here, take a gradual ascent to Somara for lunch before continuing on to
Dingboche village for an overnight break; it is located in the magnificent
Imjatse valley, with views of Ama Dablam and Island Peak.
Day
8
A rest day for adequate acclimatization, with a short climb
up to the Nakarjung hills for better views of the surrounding peaks, including
Mt. Makalu to the east.
Optional trip to Chukung, a tiny town within Imjatse valley
at 4,760 m elevation, gives spectacular views of Island Peak, Lhotse Shar,
Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam.
Day
9
After a delightful and peaceful stop at Dingboche, our morning hike led to a short climb with magnificent views and then to Thugla.
For lunch, where the gigantic Khumbu glacier flows into a rushing river,
From here, the Pheriche and Dingboche trails merge towards
After a short break, it is a tough climb for an hour to Thugla.
pass, where you can see stone tributes to tragic climbers who perished while
climbing up the mountain.
Everest, Lhotse, and other high mountains, A great trek from
For Lobuche, this is an overnight break.
Day
10
Today's journey brings you to Everest Base Camp, our major The aim and highlight of the trip, after a brief hard climb in between the glacier and
Then to Gorakshep, beneath the majestic peaks of Pumori and Kalapathar,
rocky hill.
Continue walking towards Everest base camp, where you'll get views of the gigantic Khumbu Ice Fall and glaciers. After an exhilarating time with an experience of a lifetime, retrace your steps down to Gorakshep for
an overnight break.
Day
11
After a lovely time on top, descend back to Gorakshep for From here we continue our trek to Thugla. From here it is downhill to Pheriche via windy beautiful scenic walk to Pheriche for a potential lunch stop.
Pheriche has a nuHike to Kalapathar (5,545 m) and then walks
to Pangboche (3,900 m) through Pheriche (6 hours).
Pheriche has several lodges as well as a health post and an
HRA station (Himalayan Rescue Association). Another couple hours of terrific
walking brings you to Pangboche village for an overnight stop. Number of lodges as
well as a health post and an HRA station (Himalayan Rescue Association).
Another couple hour of terrific walking brings you to Pangboche village for an
overnight stop.
Day
12
The walk follows the same route from Pangboche to the monastery, giving you additional time to explore this It is a wonderful site to see monks and priests in prayer, singing in the serenity of
green woods and mountain vistas.
After a nice hike of small ups and downs, travel downwards. Namche Bazaar with great views of Everest and Amadablam, as well as others, before arriving at Namche for an overnight halt.
Day
13
Our final day of the big trip begins with a lengthy descent, into the Sagarmatha National Park entry at Monjo village, followed by a long
bridge crossing to Phakding.
From Phakding to Lukla, the trek is uphill and downhill.
The final hour of climbing to reach Lukla for the final overnight halt in in the Khumbu and Everest regions.
Day
14
After an early morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, Panoramic mountain views After all,, our crew transports you back to your hotel with a free afternoon to unwind after a terrific and beautiful experience. Everest Base Camp Trekking
Day
15
Today is a free day in Kathmandu, designated as an extra day. flight delay and cancellation in Lukla owing to adverse severe
weather conditions, which might occur sometimes due to Himalayan weather being
unpredictable.
If everything goes as planned, you may spend the day. You can either relax or participate in specific optional activities, or you can arrange
Another thrilling trip around Kathmandu to see areas of great interest.
Day
16
Your final day in Nepal, the land of Himalayan marvels, and Depending on your international departure schedule, travel for home or the next
corresponding connecting location.
After a memorable and enjoyable Everest Base Camp Trek, our The crew and guide will transport you to Kathmandu airport.
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Trekking to Everest Base Camp was an experience of a lifetime and I’m very glad I went with this company - so much that I’m always recommending it to friends. Everything was organised so well, from our meals to our tea houses and even massages when we returned to Kathmandu. Nirmal was an incredible guide who kept the whole group motivated, safe, and laughing the whole way. Can’t wait to return to Nepal and try Annapurna Circuit!!
I had the incredible fortune of trekking to Everest Base Camp with these fine folks and highly recommend them. They’re not only amazing guides, they’re amazing people and the knowledge and sense of fun they brought to the trip got us through the longest days in the trail. The Himalaya are staggeringly beautiful and trekking with Nirmal and the other guides gives you a window into the history and culture of the places. Absolutely recommend!
Trekking is longer duration walks involves longer days from few days to a week or more within Himalayan terrain of ups and downhill with some gradual portion.
Trekking from moderate, adventurous to challenging grade which is for you to choose as per your physical fitness and ability to cope with minimum 3-4 hrs to longer 5 to 6 hours walks within fresh clean mountain air.
As long you are physically fit and in sound health with good medical history background where all age-groups and interested one can join choosing the right types of trekking itineraries with grading of walks.
Guide is recommended in all parts of the walking journey in Himalaya destinations especially around remote and isolated region of Nepal Himalaya, where trek leads beyond villages and human life in complete sheer wilderness.
Guide is best to take for one safety and to communicate with local people and to gain knowledge of the areas of trekking.
Every leading company in Nepal and as well Government Department of Tourism encourages foreign travelers to have experience guides to escort, lead and to accompany. This will benefit you in case you are lost or in worst disaster, landslide-avalanche-floods, riots and broken trails.
Guides are handy in such situation and help you in all kinds of situation where you won’t feel lonely and helpless if situation arise.
No age bar and limit where all age-groups can join in for various types of holiday provided in varied programs, where children under 16 years of age and above 70 years, should be accompanied by guardian-friends and relatives.
Depending upon the type of trekking where in moderate to adventurous program nearly all age group can join in as long they are physically fit and able to cope with long hours of ups and down-hill as well with cold temperatures wise.
Treks in Nepal considered as one of best adventure destination in all Himalaya and probably in this planet, where people can have many choice and options to choose from group joining to make your own private trip as tailor made.
Trekking and walking in Himalayan country involves much ups and downhill walks with some gradual portion, it all depends upon your choice of trekking program on most moderate treks walking for maximum 6 hrs with minimum of 3-4 hrs some days.
The only tough is climbing uphill where high passes are involved on treks with steepness and altitude wise also.
Depends upon the area and grade of trekking, for moderate and adventurous treks where one should be physically and medically fit, rest lies on each day walking hours where you will gain enough exercise and experience on Himalayan terrain and landscapes.
To be fit for the trek we suggest that after booking trips in Himalaya get prepared with some exercise at home jogging-swimming-aerobic-Zumba-walking minimum for an hour, walking on steps ups and down at least a month before departure from home country for Nepal.
Please follow our trekking equipment list as provided for extra from the list is at your own to carry or not, if it’s too much than international airlines baggage allowance more than 20-25 KGS, where you should consider yourself, if it is much important for you than pack in the bags depending upon it’s not too heavy or bulky.
Some of the things that you miss packing essential items, which you can buy in Kathmandu, as the city have large range of shopping Mall including many trekking and mountaineering shops-stores where you can purchase or rent on daily basis, like sleeping bags-duvet / down jackets and etc…
All major trips in our wide range of trekking-climbing programs where medical and travel insurance are compulsory for all clients for holiday in Himalaya destinations, where medical and other comfort lacks in remote corners of Himalaya. Medical Insurance is a must in case of emergency related to your ill health condition while on trekking or climb in Himalaya, where you might need to be evacuated the fastest way like using chopper or other means of quick transportation to reach the nearest medical facilities and good hospitals.
Medical insurance comes into action when you are fully insured covering immediate costly Helicopter services including your medical bills on treatments.
As for Travel Insurance which might arise sometimes due to bad weather conditions where domestic flights might get delayed and cancels hampering your itinerary days for some days, where you might have to break the journey in some situations.
Delay in overland journey due to bad road or broken trail conditions with landslides-floods including strikes and other political situation where the company will be forced to delay or cancel the trips or reroute to other places, where some people might not be interested or do not have much holiday in this case where you Travel Insurance Policy will take place to claim from the trip that did not happen as expected.
Nepal for all season best time from March to May, when most of the day is clear with minimum temperatures of 0° to 20° Celsius depending upon the altitude and areas. Where most of the morning till mid days clears for views and walks, sometimes afternoon can get overcast with chances of light rains and snow.
March to May will be lively with wild-flowers in full bloom especially various species of rhododendron (national flower of Nepal) from trees to short bushes.
Monsoon wet months starts from mid-June till mid-September, where most of the days gets much rain in the southern areas of Himalaya, where northern region gets less rains falls in rain shadow, where monsoon clouds blocked by Himalayan range of mountains.
October to December another good time for trekking specially on the mid hills where temperatures are mild and pleasant to walk with clear views of mountains, cold in the morning and night time with shorter day lights during autumn / fall and in winter months of December to mid-February.
If booked for high altitude treks, which involves passes above 4,500 m or 5,000 m where the pass might be closed due to heavy snow conditions, which you have to consider that the guide and the company will do their best to make the trip as per the standard itinerary days.
Trekking permits required in all walks in Himalayan areas the permit TIMS (Trekking Information Management Systems) which is applied to all foreign nationality as well to Indian where price differs.
Besides Trekking permits one has to obtain either national park entrance or conservation fees as per the areas of trekking destinations, all permits are obtained well in advance by your local company once you have booked the trip providing Pass Port details with photograph required on permits
