Everest Base Camp Trek

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Everest Base Camp Trek is most selling trekking package among the all trekking to EBC. This Base Camp Trekking is 15 days in total including the arrival and departure to Nepal. For the comfortable trekking without any risk of high altitude sickness, this trekking package gives rest days to acclimatize in high altitudes

Highlights of Everest Base Camp Trek

  • Scenic Mountain flight over the Himalayas (Kathmandu- Lukla- Kathmandu)
  • Sherpa villages, culture and lifestyle, old monasteries, prayers flags, Prayer wheels
  •  Exquisite massif (Mount Everest, Pumori, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse), thrilling view of glacier (Khumbu), sensational trekking trails, high suspension bridges, unexposed flora and fauna en-route
  • Panoramic view of sunrise and sunset at the world’s highest peak Mount Everest(8848 m) from Kalapathar (5555 m).

Best Selling Trekking Packages in Everest Region

The Everest Base Camp Trek is our best trekking package in Everest region. It will offers an exciting views of mountain peaks with unique Sherpa culture. The maximum altitude during the trek is 5545m meters at Kalapathar from there you will enjoy the great mountain views in close. Visiting the Everest Base Camp (5380m.) is the high elevation to reach in Everest.

Everest Base Camp Trek Route

EBC trekking starts from Lukla after the 45 minutes scenic flight. The mountain flight from Kathmandu is interesting one. It takes 30 minutes to reach Lukla from Kathmandu to Lukla (Tenzing Hillary Airport). After landing at Lukla airport, trekking starts to reach Phakding. On the route many Sherpa villages and farming lands passes through.

Trekking continues to Namche on next day crossing the Dudhkoshi River and following the bank of the river. Namche is considered as gateway to Mount Everest. Namche Bazaar has a very nice settlement of Sherpa people and trade mark.  The trekking goes by many ups and downs by passing village, monasteries, forest, rivers and grazing lands.

Trek continue by passing famous places like Namche Bazaar, Tyangboche (famous monastery), Dingboche, Pheriche, Gorakshep and finally reach to Everest Base Camp. On the next day, ascending to Kalapthar for the great vistas of Himalayan range including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Pumori, and other several snowcapped mountain peaks.

Everest Base Camp Location and Fact

Mount Everest (8848m) lies on the border of Nepal and Tibet, the autonomous region of China. The summit of the Mt Everest lies in Nepal while the base of the mountain is in Nepal and Tibet. Nepal side base camp is famous for Everest Base Camp or South Base Camp while Tibet side is called North Base Camp. It is either of two base camp on opposite side of Mount Everest. South Base Camp is in Nepal at an altitude of 5,364 metres (17,598 ft) (28°0′26″N 86°51′34″E), and North Base Camp is in Tibet at 5,150 metres (16,900 ft)(28°8′29″N 86°51′5″E).

South side of the Everest Basecamp is mostly visited by trekkers to EBC and climbers camps for the Everest climbing preparation. The view of Mt Everest is not so good from the base camp, so we climb the Kalapathar hill for the close-up views of Himalayas.

Why Different in Everest Base Camp Trekking Itinerary?

For the Everest BC trekking 65 km on one way is necessary to walk from Lukla. The total length of Everest Base Camp trek is 130km approx. in round. So it takes different time to cross the trekking route for different people. Those who are bounded by time can walk fast and previous experienced trekkers can walk longer time during the day.

On the basis of trekkers time and walking capacity, the trekking length to Everest Base Camp different. Some itineraries with acclimatization days is longer and without are short. So there is no standard trekking itinerary for the Everest Basecamp.  Longer days trekking itinerary gives enough time for the acclimatization which is less chance of attitude sickness.

Best Time for Everest Base Camp Trekking

Trekking to Everest is best in March to May and September to Early December. In Nepal, these months falls under the spring and autumn season separately. Trekking in Everest in spring gives clear views of Himalayas with colorful hills of flowering Rhododendron. The days are warm and even in night also not so cold. The dry season is best for walking trail. However strong wind might be problematic.

Autumn season is another best time for trekking. After the rainy season, the days warm enough and less rains. The green hills and farming lands gives wonderful experience. You will feel joy and happy while trekking.

Trekking in winter also possible but if the heavy snow falls, the trekking routes might be closed.

Outline Itinerary

DayProgramElevation
1Arrival to TIA airport. Pick up from there then check in to hotel in Kathmandu Upon arrival in Kathmandu.1440m
2Free Day in Kathmandu Valley or Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley1440m
3Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding (2652m)2652m
4Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3446m)3446m
5Namche Bazaar (3446m) Acclimatisation Day with rest.3446m
6Namche Bazaar to Tangboche (4038m) (Trekking: approximately 5 hours)4038m
7Tangbche to Dingboche (Trekking: approximately 6 hours4410m
8Dingoche to Lobuche (4930m)4930m
9Lobuche to GorakShep (5160m)5160m
10Gorakhshep to Everest Base Camp trek – Gorakhsep (5160m)5160m
11GorakShep to Kala Patar – Pheriche (4270m)4270m
12Pheriche to Namche Bazar3440m
13Namche Bazar to Lukla (2800m)2800m
14Fly to Lukla – Kathmandu (1360m)1360m
15Farewell. Transfer to Airport for your home departure.

<p>Representative of our team will be waiting outside the airport terminal a few meters from the exit door. Please do check your name at Show card to find our team member. From airport you will be brought you to hotel in Kathmandu. From the airport to the hotel it would take around 20 minute drive. After you settle down in your hotel room and refreshed, we will brief you the schedule and plan of your trip.</p>

<p>Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley </p><p>Pashupatinath is the holiest Hindu Temple, on the sacred Baghmati River. Bouddhanath is the world’s largest Buddhist Stupa. Patan is the oldest city in the Kathmandu valley (also called Lalitpur - the city of fine arts). Its Durbar Square contains the Krishna, Kumbheswore, and Golden temples among others. The 2000 year Swayambhunath (or “monkey temple”) stands on a hillock west of Thamel.</p>

<p>The sharp early in the morning we will take the flight to Lukla (2827m). The flight time is about 40 minutes approx flying parallel to giant Himalayan Mountains bordering Nepal and China (Tibet). After the exciting mountain flight we will land at the runway built by Sir Edmund Hillary and the Sherpas in the mid-1960s. While our staff crew sort and load trekking equipment we will explore the beautiful Sherpa village. Around afternoon we will head star our trek by descend through DudhKosi River and we will join the main trail to Namche Bazaar, located just above Chaunrikharka (2713m) at Thalsharoa (2680m). As it the starting point of the trekking so, trail is easy. Then we will pass through the many small village like, chheplung, Thadokoshi goon, Nurning ,chhuthaea, Dukdingma(2492m), then to the Phakding.</p>

<p>From Phakding village we will ascendant through the river to up to the valley, throughout the trail we get to explore the river valley, beautiful blue pine and rhododendron forest which is highlights of spring months. We gradually cross the DudhKosi River at Benkar and get the glimpses of the tantalizing snow-capped peaks of KusumKanguru (6369m) and Thamserku (6623m). After the short walk from the Benkar we will reach Monjo (2835m), where we reserve some time for our lunch. From little bit of the rest and stuffing our Tummy we will ascent through little tougher trail and entrance of the national park to Namche Bazaar. After crossing a large and stable suspension bridge high above the DudhKosi River, we slowly ascend at a steady pace to the NamcheBajaar where we will the glimpseof the some fantastic photographic opportunities from the top, as the peaks of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Taweche. Here today we will have night stay at tea house.</p>

<p>Ater spending the night at the 480 household population we will got out to explore the capital fo the khumbu region. While exploring the namche bazaar we will get know that namche has the dense population of the Sherpa community. We will be fascinated by the cultural and the tradition of the wonderful Sherpa community. The whole day we will be exploring and preparing for the next day tougher trek. </p>

<p>After the two night and day staying at the Namche we gather and refresh the energy and head start our trek to Tangboche. From Namche we ascend through Kyangjuma. From kyangjuma we descend to PhunkiTenga then again ascend through steeply trail to Tangboche. Here we get to enjoy excellent views ofThamserku and AmaDablam (6856m) from the top.Here today we will have night stay at tea house.</p>

<p>After exploring the picturesque view and little bit of the rest from Tangboche, we will ascend flat along the ImajaKhola river band and suspension bridge we will reach to pangboche. Further, our route continue thorough the trail high above the ImjaKhola, passing the tea houses at Orsho. Passing through amazing trail we will finally reach Dingboche where will spend our night at lodge or the tea house. From Dingboche will explore the spectacular sunsets here and on AmaDablam, the south face of Lhotse to the north, and also Island Peak in the centre of the valley.Here today we will have night stay at tea house.</p>

<p>After the good rest and night stay in morning we will ascend through small ridge village above the Pheriche valley from where we get to see valley in the west and To the north, Lobuche Peak (6119m) and the snowfields of the Cho La dominate the skyline. From here trail will be little wider and flat. Following the path we cross the KhumbuKhola at Dughla (4620m) and take a light lunch at the foot of the huge terminal moraines of the Khumbu Glacier flowing off Everest. After the power rest and the lunch we will follow the steep and the rocky trail. while, exploring the Spectacular view of Pumori (7145m), Lingtren (6697m), Khumbutse (6623m) are seen at the head of the valley, whilst Everest is hidden behind the towering walls of Nuptse and Lhotse. All this adventure will us to the Lobuche where will have the night stay at the local tea house.</p>

<p>After the night stay at the Lobuche we will have the decent breakfast before starting our trek. Then we will gradually head towards Gorakshep through the broad valley that runs parallel to Khumbu Glacier. Then the small ascent and decent will continue till reaching GorakShep (5140m). then after about three hours of walking we will reach the Gorkshep and have the night stay there.</p>

<p>Next morning we wake up early to trek to Kala Patar (5545m) to experience sensational sunrise views from this amazing vantage point. Kala Patar is the rocky hilltop below Pumori. It is a tough walk because of the altitude, but the view from the top surpasses the wildest imagination. It will probably take an one hour and a half to reach the summit from GorakShep. Although lower viewpoints can provide views that are almost as good.Pumori(7165m), Nuptse(7861m), Lhotse(8414m), Lhotse Shar(8393m), AmaDablam(6856m), and Mt. Everest(8848m) the highest mountain in the world, surround us. About three kilometres away and some 200 metres below, the area of the Everest Base Camp can be seen in a bowl at the bottom of the Khumbu Ice Fall. For many trekkers, reaching Kala Patar is a very emotional experience and it is worthwhile spending as long as you wish in order to savors this special moment. The descent back down to GorakShep and have lunch. After the lunch we cross the KhumbuKhola and decent to the valley below lobuche to Pheriche, where we stop for the night.Here today we will have night stay at tea house.</p>

<p>After having the decent Breakfast, we will slowly descend slowly to Namche Bazaar through passing Pangboche and Tengboche. While the path will be full beautiful forest of juniper, rhododendron and fir till PhunkiTenga(3250 m). then our path will gradually head through DudhKosi River’s bridge and ascend to Trashinga(3380m) & continue ascend till Kyangjuma(3550 m). When we reach after the tough trekking schedule we will have the decent break.Here today we will have night stay at tea house.</p>

<p>We will descend through large suspension bridge over the DudhKosi River. We follow the trail through Jorsale and back to Monjo. Then we will hike to Benkar through blue pine and rhododendron forest, with great views of KusumKangaru(6367m). then we will take lunch in Phakding and head towards Lukla and we will end our trekking after enjoying a hot shower! In the evening and a farewell dinner, followed by a few celebratory drinks and dancing with our teams.</p>

<p>Next morning we will wake up early to board our flight to Kathmandu. After landing in Kathmandu we will head straight to the hotel.</p>

<p>The journey comes to an end today! A representative from Nepal Trekking in Himalayas will drop us off at the airport approximately 3 hours before our scheduled flight.</p>

The Trip Cost Includes

  • Airport Pick and Drop by private Transport
  • Food while you are in Trekking Breakfast Lunch Dinner
  • Hotel in Kathmandu with B/B basic (One Night) (Centrally located, attach bathroom, hot and cold shower)
  • All government taxes and Everest National Park entry fees as well as local charge
  • TIMS CARD (Trekking Information Management System). We need two photograph each for permit.
  • Required number of experienced English speaking guides ((trained by Ministry of tourism), and support staff (we pay for their daily wages, insurances, trekking equipment’s, thiefood and accommodation).
  • 11 days porter wages and his insurances/meals/accommodation/equipments
  • 12 days guide wages and his insurances/meals/accommodation/equpipments
  • Local taxes in Everest
  • 12 nights best Lodge accommodation during the trek on tea house services.
  • Rescue arrangement in emergency situation & worst weather condition
  • Necessary ground transportation depending upon your request (via tourist bus or private vehicle).
  • Flight tickets: Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathamndu for guide.
  • Domestic Airfare (Kathmandu to Lukla, Lukla to Kathmandu and domestic airport tax) for
  • Trekking poles, sleeping bag, down jacket/duffle bag (we provide these if necessary).
  • All necessary Domestic airport taxes.
  • Trekking maps.
  • Rubbish disposal.
  • Our service charge and government taxes.

The Trip Cost Excludes

  • All meals in Kathmandu
  • Extra nights hotel stay in Kathmandu.
  • Tips to guides and support staff.
  • Additional costs in case of emergency (You must have adequate travel insurance to cover any kind of emergencies, such as ground transportation & Heli recue/medical/hospitalization. Medical etc).
  • Your International flight ticket airfare
  • Energetic chocolate/energy drinks/alcohol/mineral water/cigarettes/packing food snacks etc
  • Additional medication for altitude sickness (Acetazolamide etc).
  • Personal expenses and any other unforeseen expenses, such as Laundry/WIFI on trek/phone call
  • Personal trekking equipment.
  • Nepal entry visa fees which can get up on your arrival in Kathmandu airport
  • Sightseeing tour and All the entrance fees of temple in Kathmandu
  • Services not mentioned herein
1. How difficult are the treks?

It depends on the individuals’ adaptation of walking in any situation and at any circumstances. It depends on the location and choice of trekkers. Both difficult as well as easy treks are available. Difficulty of the treks depends on the region of the trek and duration of it. Shorter treks tend to be easier while longer ones require some physical fitness.

2. How safe Women traveling alone with your company?

Completely, we assure the safety and security of the women travelling with us. We will provide the privacy that the women need. We will also give you a personal room on lodge and personal tent for camping while trekking.

3. What is tea house trekking?

Tea House Trek – is a trek during which at the end of each trekking day you stay for overnight in Tea Houses. “Trekking Guide Team Adventure” also organizes Camping Treks during which you stay for overnight in tents which our guides will set up for you and food during such treks will be cooked by our experienced cook.

4. Can I get Nepal visa on arrival?

Yes, you can get it in Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. As you arrive to airport fill the form and proceed to the visa line. You have to pay 25US$ for 15 days of visa from the day of issue, 40US$ for 30days and 100US$ for 90 days of tourist visa. For this you have to bring two passport size photos.

5. What is the best air route to my destination?

There are enough airline companies operating daily flights from Middle East of Kathmandu. Kathmandu only has got only international airport in Nepal so, where ever you are coming from you must come through tribhuvan international airport.

6. What type of insurance should I have before come to Nepal? Can I get it there?

For coming to Nepal you should have both medical and Rescue evacuation insurance. Yes you can get it here too, but we recommend purchasing it in your own country to avoid any last minute hassle and basal.

7. When should I travel to Nepal?

In Nepal it rains a lot between Junes to August. You too can enjoy great treks during this period of year in rain shadow region. But if you planning for more popular trek autumn and spring is the best time. As during this period climate will be moderate and will favorable for the trekking.

8. What kinds of banking facilities in Nepal?

Nepal has modern banking facilities having branches of some international bank. Almost all foreign currency along with credit card such as American Express, Visa and Master card are accepted. Nepal also has ATM facilities.

9. When should I book my trip?

We suggest you to book your trip in advance to avoid the disappointment and hassles. We too will make an effort to accommodate last minute bookings but some time due to the last minute planning we may unintentionally make few mistake which may offend you so it will be better to do advance booking.

10. Is someone going to meet me at the airport? Are transfers included?

Yes, our agency representative will pick you from airport. We will be displaying our placard of your name with our agency name.

11. How much spending money should I bring?

This depends on the destination you will be at and package, facilities you may choose . However our trip profile will give you information about how to budget form additional meals, optional excursions and extra expenses that might occur in any specific trip.

12. Does your company help to arrange domestic flight, international flight, hotel bookings and other services?

Since we are Nepal based company we refer to arrange your international flights from your home town. But domestic flight ticket will be included in our package. Other help like river rafting, city guided tour, mountain flight, jungle safari will be provided according to your necessities.

13. What is the physical conditioning level needed for trekking?

If you are in good physical condition then you do not require any hiking experience for short trekking. But if you are planning for the longer ones then you should do long day hikes at your home.

14. Is a Trekking permit needed?

Permit is not required for trekking in Everest, Annapurna, Langtang and some other regions. However, conservation permits or National park permits are required. There are few restricted trekking areas in Nepal where trekking permits are required.

15. Are the food / water safe to eat / drink?

All the meals are prepared with high standards of hygiene, fruit and vegetables are soaked in iodine before preparation. Most of lodges serve boiled and filter water which is safe. It is also possible to buy the bottle of mineral water in the trek.

16. What happens if there is an emergency?

All of our guides are trained with first aid and have basic idea about the physical problems that may arise during trekking. If an emergency occur then we will cover initial expenses of rescue operation as these expenses will need to be recovered from your insurance company. For minor cases there are health posts established by foreign doctors and many are staffed by overseas personnel.

17. What are your payment terms?

You need to pay 30% of total price as advance deposit to conform reservation before arriving to Nepal. Rest of the payment can be paid after arrival.

18. Can we bring some food from home?

19. You can bring power bars, cereal bars and similar high energy foods, powder Gatorade is also recommended to fight dehydration.

20. Is there any communication when we are on the mountain?

In the way in many villages along the popular trekking routes you can find telephones from where you can make international calls. And now a days we have the internet facilities most of the trekking destination.

21. What’s the difference between trekking, hiking and mountain climbing?

You can do all three activities in Nepal, but they are quite different things. Trekking is a multi-day walk, where you stay overnight (or several nights) at the place you’ve walked to.
Hiking generally refers to a one-day walk. It might be two hours or eight, but if it takes place within a single day, it’ll probably be referred to as a hike.
Mountain climbing is another thing entirely. It takes special equipment, training and comes with more risk. Neither trekking nor hiking require any special skill, other than the ability to walk.

Permit & Entry Fees:

Trekking permit is compulsory for the EBC trek. TIMS card and Everest National Park entry fee are necessary permit for trekking. Local taxes also applies for trekkers. Trekkers without the trekking permit is not allowed, so you must have the trekking permit with you. Keep your permit safe with you, it can be checked anytime during the trekking on your route.

Health and Medical Advice:

During trekking in the high elevation you might caught by altitude sickness. It is very dangerous to go high even you are feeling uncomfortable. So be prepare for problem of altitude sickness.

Always alert of altitude sickness. Drink plenty of water and eat fresh food. Keep first aid tool box with you and keep basic medicine such as Cetamole, Dimox etc.

Sometime you might be in big trouble and need to make emergency rescue. So have a travel insurance which covers the helicopter rescue.

Keep emergency contact number and contact methods with our company in Kathmandu and your contact person in your home town.

We provide an emergency first aid kit is carried by the support staff at all times and arrange rescue arrangement by helicopter.

Accommodation

Our Everest Base Camp trekking package includes the tourist standard accommodation in Kathmandu with bed and breakfast. The hotel is three star category in level. Hotel rooms with AC rooms with comfortable bed in neat and clean environment.

In the trek, the accommodation will be on the tea-house/lodge. The lodges will offer twin sharing room with basic service. The rooms are not attached bathrooms, so common toilet should be used for your trip. You will be charged extra for hot shower and extra services. The quality of the lodge will be depends on the location you are staying. In lower part, the tea houses offers more facilities and in high places the lodge offers less facilities.

Food and Water

This Everest Base Camp Trek package provides breakfast in Kathmandu and three times meal during trek in tea-house. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner from the menus available on the local lodge. You will have options to choose from the menu.

Our trekking guide will arrange lodge and food for you. The trekking package includes food (breakfast/lunch/dinner) and accommodation for guide and porters also.

Tap water is available in local lodges in which you can use water purification tablets. Otherwise Mineral waters are available at all stops during tea house you can buy on your own. Food and normal water is included in our trekking plan.

Travel Insurance for Everest Base Camp Trek:

Travel Insurance is mandatory for all trekkers who want to do Everest Base Camp trek with us. The insurance should cover the necessary expenses in case of emergencies like accidents, altitude sickness and ambulance and helicopter rescue charges if required. Please carry a copy of your insurance papers while trekking in Nepal and do send us a copy as well. This will help us in making all the necessary arrangements in case of any sort of emergencies.

Trekking Season

  • Spring : March – May
  • Summer: June – August
  • Autumn: September – November
  • Winter: December – February

Trek to Everest Base Camp is best in spring and autumn season during the year. In spring the days are warm and trekking route is dry. So walking is easy in Everest area. Similarly trekking in autumn season also good for EBC trek. The days are cool and weather is nice for trekking. Everywhere will be lush green. So trekking routes are crowded by many trekkers.

Best time for Everest Base Camp trekking is in the month of spring and autumn season.

Trekking Guide and Porters

A professional trekking guide will guide you during the Everest BC trek. The trekking guide is licensed from the Government of Nepal having different kinds of trekking required for trek. A trekking guide will arrange your lodge, pays for food and gives you information about the trekking area. He will show you the route and support you in case of any problems arise during the trek.

An experienced and strong porter will carry your goods during the trek. Trekking guide and porters will care you for arrange your trekking best happing.

Check-list of personal equipment:

You are suggested to bring these personal checklist for the trek. These equipment and goods makes your trekking easy and more joy.

Clothing

  • Good standard trekking boots
  • Camping shoes/thongs
  • Socks-polypropylene
  • Down Jacket
  • Fleece
  • T-shirts
  • Trekking trousers
  • Shorts (both casual and for treks)
  • Swim wear
  • Sun Hat
  • Woollen Hat
  • Nylon Windbreaker
  • Gloves
  • Gaters
  • Sunglasses

Hygiene Items

  • Toiletries/soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Sun block
  • Travel Towel
  • Wet-wipes

Bags & Utensils

  • Strong Rucksack
  • Sleeping Bag
  • Water Bottle
  • Torch/headlamp (with spare batteries)
  • Binoculars
  • Camera & lenses
  • Memory cards
  • GPS Tracking Units may be helpful
  • Altimeter
  • Compass
  • Book/music player/pack of cards
  • Padlock
  • A plastic bag for waste
  • Energy/snack bars

Medicine

  • Medication (cough medicine, throat soothers, water purification tablets)
Everest Base Camp Trekking Map
Everest Base Camp Trekking Map
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Everest Base Camp Trekking Altitude Map

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