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Everest Base Camp Trek

Everest Base CampEverest base camp trekking is one of the famous treks in Nepal. We fly to Lukla to begin Everest base camp trek. The trek to Everest base camp from lukla takes you through lush valleys with abundant flora and fauna, past friendly Sherpa villages and Buddhist monasteries through the land of the legendary Sherpa’s into the Sagarmatha (Everest) national park. The Everest base camp trek is not only famous for its proximity of world’s highest peak but also for its friendly Sherpa people. Picturesque Sherpa villages, great variety of cultures, traditions and active Buddhist monasteries,

Since the successful ascent of Everest the Khumbu region has enjoyed the international attention. We will follow the footsteps of Tenzing Norgay and Admand Hillary, We follow the classic trail to Namche Bazaar, Khumjung, Pangboche and Lobuche to the Everest Base Camp and go on to Kalapathar. From Tengboche to Pangboche (3,985m) the trail rises through meadows where graze yak. After we reach the sandy plain of Gorakshep, Then we climb up amongst large boulders to the broad summit of Kalapathar (5,545m), which offers the best view of Everest and Khumbu Glacier. After visit a Kalapathar you will have an opportunity to visit Everest base camp, located at the foot of the Khumbu ice fall we will spend a day in Everest Base Camp. After having a memorable time in Everest Base camp we will trek back to Gorakshep.

Whether it may be called Everest, Sagarmatha or Chomolungma, the highest peak of this planet is stunning to behold. This Everest base camp trek will end at Lukla and fly out to Kathmandu .

Everest Base Camp Highlights:

Scenic flight to Lukla, abundant flora and fauna, Explore Sherpa Museum in Namche Bazaar, past friendly Sherpa villages and Buddhist monasteries, sandy plain of Gorakshep, the broad summit of Kalapathar (5,545m), Amazing view of view of Mt Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Amadablam, Thamserku and many other mountains and Khumbu Glacier.

Fact File:

Trek Name: Everest Base Camp Trekking

Trek Duration: 18 Days

Best Season: February - June, September - November However, July & August are okay and trekking can be done but not so clear visibility due to rain.

Trek Grade: Moderate + fairly Strenuous

Accommodation: Tea House

Group Size: Min.1 to Max 18 persons in a group

Min. altitude: 2840 m

Max altitude: 5545 m

Mode of Travel: Flight( Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu )

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Trekking Map

Everest Region Trekking Map, Nepal Trekking Map

 

Everest base camp trek itinerary details:

Day 01: Meet at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to hotel

Day 02: Sight-seeing of Kathmandu: Full day’s sightseeing in Kathmandu valley includes the Hindu temple complex at Pashupatinath (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) & the biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath. Also visit Monkey Temple the Swyambhunath (2000 years old temple) and visit Patan city of fine arts. Return to the hotel.

Day 03: Trek 1, Flight from KTM – Lukla: After having a 35 minuates scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, The Everest base camp journey start from here and continue trek to Phakding, which takes approximately 3 hours on the way you will have a view of Mt Nupla( 5885m) Kusum Kangaru (6367m) and mount kwongde range. Overnight in Phakding (2,652m).

Day 04: Trek 2, Phakding to Namche (3,440m)- Beginning with a slight climb to Jhorsalle, the trail passes a waterfall. All day, we pass villages interspersed with magnificent forest- rhododendron, magnolia trees and giant firs. And on the way to walking you will be rewarded (weather permitting) your first glimpse of Kusum Kangru (6369m) Thamserku (6608m) Everest (8848m) and Nuptse (7879 m). A steep climb up to the beautiful village of Namche bazaar (3440m).

Day 05: Trek 3, Acclimatization day in Namche. Acclimatization is most important before proceeding to a higher elevation. It is therefore recommended that you take a short days hike to Thame, Khunde, Khumjung or up to Everest view hotel which provide a very close up view of Mt Everest or relax and explore the Sherpa culture of Namche.

Day 06: Trek 4, Namche to Tengboche (3,867m): after walking one hour you arrive in phungithanga from there the trail climbs through forests where you can spot musk deer. Tengboche sits on a saddle at 3870m in a clearing surrounded by dwarf fires and rododendroms. Kwongde (6187m) Tawache(6542m) Everest (8848m) Nuptse (7855m) Lhotse (8618m) Amadablam (6856m) Thamserku (6608m) provide and inspiring panorama of Himalayan giants. We visit the Bhuddist Monastery at Tengboche, the largest in Khumbu region.

Day 07: Trek 5, Tengboche to Pheriche: Beyond Tengboche the altitude really starts to tell. The trail droops down to Dingboche, crosses the Imja Khola and climbs past superb mani stones ( carved with the Tibetan Buddhist chant om mani padme hum) to Pangboche at 3860m The Gompa here is worth visiting. Then the trail start climbs to Pheriche 4240m. Where there is a medical facility, which gives lectures everyday on Altitude Sickness.

Day 08: Trek 6, Another acclimatization day, again walking up and then coming back down is better than just resting in high altitude, you can make a day trip to Nangkartshang Gompa or up the hill to look down on to Dingboche, Either walk offers good views of Everest and other surroundings mountains .

Day 09: Trek 7, Pheriche to Lobuche - The trail climbs to Phalang karpo at 4340m then Duglha at 4620m,From Dughla the trail ascends the broad, gently slopping valley and climb steeply in to the terminal moraine of the Khumbu glacier then left in to the memorial area Chukpilhara, before reaching the Lobuche at 4930m

Day 10: Trek 8, Lobuche to Gorakshep. The trail from Lobuche follows the grassy ablation valley with great views of Pumori then crosses tributary glaciers to reach the dry lake bed of Gokrakchep. Stop for lunch then climb Kalapattar to get the best views of Everest and the surrounding mountains, then and back to Gorakshep for the evening.

Day 11:Trek 9, Gorekshep to Everest Base Camp back to Lobuche - Early morning we walk to Everest Base Camp, visit Everest base camp area and work down to Lobuche.

Day 12: Trek 10, Lobuche to Dingboche - Staying the night at Dingboche, makes an interesting accommodation alternative.

Day 13: Trek 11, Tengboche

Day 14: Trek 12, Namche

Day 15: Trek 13, Lukla, hotel

Day 16: Flight from Lukla - KTM, transfer to hotel

Day 17:Kathmandu free day, evening culture show with Nepali dinner, hotel

Day 18: Final departure, transfer to airport

If above itinerary couldn’t meet your needs, we can design a tailor-made itinerary to suit your needs. Please let us know whether you would like to make it shorter or longer.

Price For The Trip:

The total cost for the trek or tour you decide you want to do will depend on several different factors. The type of accommodation you prefer in Kathmandu and/or Pokhara will make a difference to the overall cost (budget to 5 star accommodation) The mode of transport you prefer will also affect the cost of your package, for example prices vary greatly between flying versus private car/van, tourist or local buses. The number of guides and/or porters required will also affect the total cost of your trek. For these reasons the same trek/tour can vary in price quite substantially.

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Cost Include:

  • Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car/van
  • 4 nights hotel in Kathmandu
  • Guided Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing tour with English speaking Tour guide
  • All meals during trekking 3 meals a day (Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners)
  • Twin sharing Lodges, Guesthouses accommodation during the trek
  • Government Licensed holder English speaking Trekking Guides and Porters during the trek
  • Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all trekking staff.
  • Group medical supplies (First Aid medical kit will be available).
  • Everest National Park permits.
  • TIMS (Trekking Information Management System) Card for the Everest Trek.
  • All local Transportation from and to Kathmandu by private car/van

Cost Exclude:

  • Meals in Kathmandu Aprox US$ 12- US$ 15 per day
  • Airfare domestic (Kathmandu - Lukla) / international
  • Nepal entry visa fee US$ 25 (duration 15 days from date of issue), US$ 40 (duration 30 days from the date of issue) you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu . You will require 2 passport size photos.
  • Airport tax domestic (Nepali Rupees 170)
  • Any kind of Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks, hot water, hot shower
  • Dessert, chocolates, personal shopping, laundry, phone call, internet, Camera battery charging.
  • Personal trekking Equipment.
  • Personal travel and medical insurance
  • Tips for trekking staff (Tipping is expected but not mandatory).
  • Sightseeing/Monument entrance fees.
  • Any kind of personal expense / Helicopter rescue
  • Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section

Private Trip Departure everyday upon your request. But if you would like to join one of our Groups please see below our fixed group departure dates as per your requirement.

Fixed Departure Trek 2010
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