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Everest Base Camp Trekking

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Duration

14 Days

Transportation

Max. Altitude

5545

Trip Area

Difficulty Level

C (Strenious)

Start & End

Kathmandu to Lukla

Trip Overview

Everest Base Camp Trek: A Journey to the Roof of the World

Introduction:

The Everest Base Camp Trek is an iconic adventure, drawing trekkers from around the globe to experience the majesty of the Himalayas. This extraordinary journey offers unparalleled views of Mount Everest and an intimate glimpse into the unique Sherpa culture. Consequently, detailed planning, including a thorough understanding of the general trek experience and required preparations, is crucial for a successful journey. Furthermore, this guide will provide you with a comprehensive overview, covering essential aspects from your arrival in Kathmandu to your final departure, ensuring you are well-informed for this remarkable experience.

Everest Base Camp Trek: An Overview

The trek to Everest Base Camp is a transformative journey, not just a physical endeavor. It’s an opportunity to witness the grandeur of the Himalayas and experience the unique lifestyle of the Sherpas. Moreover, this iconic trek takes you through diverse landscapes, from verdant valleys and rhododendron forests to high-altitude mountains and glacial terrain. Additionally, trekkers will encounter ancient monasteries, prayer flags fluttering in the wind, and suspension bridges spanning deep gorges, all contributing to the trek’s spiritual and cultural richness.

However, the EBC trek presents significant challenges, primarily due to the high altitude. Acclimatization is paramount, and trekkers must ascend gradually to allow their bodies to adjust. In essence, the Everest Base Camp experience is a blend of adventure, cultural immersion, and personal achievement. This journey demands resilience and a spirit of adventure, but the rewards are immeasurable.

In conclusion, the Everest Base Camp Trek is a life-changing adventure that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural immersion, and personal challenge. With proper preparation and a spirit of adventure, trekkers can embark on this remarkable journey and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Plan Your Trek Now!

Ready for an unforgettable adventure? Book your Everest Base Camp adventure today!

For more trekking options, check out our Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Manaslu Circuit Trek. Looking for travel tips? Visit Nepal Tourism Board and Lonely Planet’s Guide to Nepal.

Itinerary

  • Arrive, settle in, and receive a trek briefing. Explore the vibrant Thamel area.

Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, immersing yourself in Nepal’s rich cultural heritage.

  • Visit Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple).
  • Explore Boudhanath Stupa.
  • Visit Pashupatinath Temple.
  • Explore Kathmandu Durbar Square.
  • Prepare for Lukla flight.
  • Early flight to Lukla (30 minutes)
  • Trek to Phakding along Dudh Koshi River.
  • Distance: 8 km (5 miles).
  • Hours: 3-4 hours.
  • A challenging ascent through pine forests and over suspension bridges to the Sherpa capital, Namche Bazaar.
  • Distance: 11 km (7 miles).
  • Hours: 5-6 hours.
  • Acclimatization day with a hike to Everest View Hotel for panoramic views and visit Sherpa Culture Museum.
  • Explore Namche Bazaar market.
  • A scenic trek through forests and across the Dudh Koshi River to the beautiful Tengboche Monastery.
  • Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles).
  • Hours: 5-6 hours.
  • A trek through stunning landscapes, ascending to Dingboche, with breathtaking mountain views.
  • Distance: 11 km (7 miles).
  • Hours: 5-6 hours.
  • Hike to Nagarjun Hill or walk to Chukung valley.
  • Rest and acclimatize.
  • A trek along the Khumbu Glacier, navigating rugged terrain to reach Lobuche.
  • Distance: 11 km (7 miles).
  • Hours: 5-6 hours.
  • The highlight of the trek: reaching Everest Base Camp, followed by a return to Gorakshep.
  • Distance: 13 km (8 miles).
  • Hours: 7-8 hours.
  • A sunrise hike to Kala Patthar for stunning Everest views, followed by a descent to Pheriche.
  • Distance: 15 km (9.3 miles).
  • Hours: 7-8 hours.
  • A long descent back to Namche Bazaar, retracing familiar trails.
  • Distance: 20 km (12.4 miles).
  • Hours: 6-7 hours.
  • The final day of trekking, descending to Lukla to celebrate the successful trek.
  • Distance: 19 km (11.8 miles).
  • Hours: 6-7 hours.
  • A scenic flight back to Kathmandu

Highlights

Key Highlights of the Everest Base Camp Trek

✔ Reach Everest Base Camp (5,364m) and stand in the shadow of the world’s tallest peak.
✔ Hike to Kala Patthar (5,545m) for breathtaking sunrise views of Everest.
✔ Experience the hospitality of the Sherpa people and visit Tengboche Monastery.
✔ Walk through Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
✔ Enjoy a scenic flight to Lukla, the gateway to Everest.
✔ Immerse yourself in Namche Bazaar, the vibrant heart of the Khumbu region.
✔ Discover local traditions and taste authentic Sherpa cuisine.

Package Include

Price Inclusions Price exclusions
All transportation by a car, van/ domestic flight to and from Lukla International airfare to and from Nepal
Accommodation with bb plan for 3 nights Hotel Shankar in Kathmandu. Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu
Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) while on trekking. All alcoholic & bottled drinks (beer, wine, spirits, sodas, juices etc) and hot showers during the trek
All listed twin occupancy accommodation in during the trek. Between meal snacks and drinks while on trek
Drinks included with meals are teas, hot lemon and coffee Personal shopping
Guide, porter, driver wages and insurance Option donations (temple, gompas, assistance projects etc)
All necessary documents (trek permits, TIMS, tax) 30 days visa,
All entrance fees to listed sites and places of interest. Personal travel insurance, including emergency mountain rescue evacuation.
Complementary
ü  Airport pick up / drop

ü  Fresh fruits such as pomegranates, oranges, apple, with meals during the trek.

ü  Hike Nepal T-shirt or cap

ü  Trophy & Certificate of the trek achievement from Hike Nepal
All Inclusive Price
1395 USD p/p
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