Trip Highlights of Everest Base Camp Trek:
- Scenic mountain flight to Lukla.
- Panoramic view of four tallest peaks in the world.
- Explore Sagarmatha National Park, world’s highest national park.
- Adventurous hiking in world famous trail.
- Enjoy the view from the base of the Mount Everest.
- Observe unique culture and village of Sherpa.
Everest Base Camp Trek is probably the most ultimate wilderness adventure walking holiday package of the world. If you are an admirer of quaint mountains and Himalayan society then Everest aka Khumbu region is perfect place to stroll around. Nepal Adventure Pilgrimage Treks takes so much pride to present stupendous Himalayan walking holiday package in Nepal for trekkers to enjoy feat of reaching foothill of world’s tallest mountain Mt. Everest (8848 m). Let’s embark on quintessential journey of Everest Himalayas.
Everest Base Camp Trek starts with joyous yet adventurous flight to Lukla. This town is the gateway of Everest region and only airstrip of area for food as well as daily needs transportation. Trail passes by tranquil hamlets, numerous suspension bridges and green lush forests before reaching Namche Bazaar. After first day’s camping at Phakding trekkers reach Namche Bazaar which is the heartland of Sherpa people as well. Our expert trekking guides will ensure great acclimatization to this treacherous high altitude trekking activity. One additional day will be spent at Namche as part of acclimatization. Hiking to Everest View Hotel offers magnificent panoramic view of mountains like Amadablam, Thamserku, Tabuche, Lhotse, Nuptse, Everest and many others during acclimatization day rest. Trekkers will then proceeds to Tengboche which is Everest View Trek journey’s final destination as well. Experience the daily chores of monks inside Tengboche Monastery before heading to Dingboche. After reaching Dingboche trekkers will again rest another day for second acclimatization. Finally the trip heads to trail encompassing high passes, moraines and glaciers. Traversing via Lobuche and Thukla Pass Memorial trekkers reach Gorakshep which is final human settlement on this trail. Relish every moment at the Everest Base Camp (5364 m). Behold mesmerizing sunrise from top of Kalapathar (5545 m) adjacent to Mt. Pumori. The sight of gigantic mountains like Mt. Everest dazzling with the morning sun rays is definitely worthwhile scene to capture after such an arduous trekking. Trekkers will then follow the same trail back to Lukla for flight to Kathmandu.
Book the Everest Base Camp Trek with experienced and reliable trekking agency the Nepal Adventure Pilgrimage Treks & Expeditions. Our trekking guides and crew members will ensure amazing intrepid journey of Khumbu region. These high altitude trekking requires meticulous planning and proper execution of stated itinerary. We are an ideal trekking agency to fulfill your wilderness adventure dream of reaching the foothill of world’s tallest mountain.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1300meters).
Day 02: Fly to Lukla (2804 meters) trek to Phakding (2610 meters) 3 hours.
Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters) 5.30 hours.
Day 04: Namche Bazaar Acclimatization day.
Day 05: Trek to Tengboche Monastery (3860 meters) 5 hours.
Day 06: Trek to Dingboche (4350 meters) 5.30 hours.
Day 07: Trek to Chhukung (4710 meters) and trek back to Dingboche. 4.30 hours.
Day 08: Trek to Lobuche (4910 meters) 5 hours.
Day 09: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5365 meters) then back to Gorak Shep (5180 meters). 7 hours.
Day 10: Hike up to Kalapatthar (5555 meters) early in the morning and trek down to Periche (4200 meters). 7 hours.
Day 11: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters) 5.30 hours.
Day12: Trek to Lukla (2804 meters) 6-7 hours.
Day 13: Morning flight back to Kathmandu.
Day 14: farewell friend
Physical Conditions and Experience Requirements
14 days of Everest Base Camp Trekking is considered as moderate. If you jog or perform morning walks regularly then it would not be any problem for you to walk on the trail. However, it is highly recommended that you should start doing mild exercises one month prior to your trekking date. This would help in creating best Himalayan walking holiday experience. Having said that, it should be noted Technical Skill are not needed. The major hurdle is an altitude. Therefore, person having past medical history of lung, heart and blood diseases are extremely advised to consult your doctor before embarking on this journey.
Additional Information
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Weather condition in Everest region
Everest is the right place to trek all over the year. The people can trek in all seasons in the Mount Everest. The March to May and October to November are the most popular trekking months in Nepal. The Himalayan peak is the coldest region so you should avoid the monsoon and winter season to trek in the high altitude. During the winter days, the temperature will be below minus. On the monsoon season, the trekking routes are damaged by the rain. You cannot able to trek in the Everest region on rainy days.
Note:
We try to depart on the scheduled itinerary, we cannot promise to guarantee fixed departure only in case of flight cancellation, delays. we request you to plan out extra few days in case the weather does not stay in our favor. Since your safety is our uttermost priority, we also request you to follow your team leaders and your guides’ since they are trained and experienced in this particular area. We can arrange to occupy your day with adventures and exploration activities to utilize the day.
Weather condition in the Himalayas is also subject to change which can be an obstruction during your travels. Since obstacles are unpredictable, Nepal Adventure pilgrimage Treks & Expedition facilitates our customers to arrange helicopter service if needed (at extra cost). We can arrange helicopter service during the time of flight delays/ cancellation and during personal preferences. Since helicopters can fly in arduous circumstances compared to airplanes.
Clothing
- Lightweight walking boots. If new one is being bought, “walk then in” to avoid blisters. Also bring spare laces.
- A rainproof jacket with hood or a poncho. Get the one that is guaranteed waterproof.
- Woolen shirts and thick sweaters. During winter months, December through February these items are essential. Thick sweaters can be purchased in Kathmandu.
- A pair of lightweight/ heavy weight trousers. Jeans are unsuitable to wear on treks. Cheap loose cotton pants are available in Kathmandu.
- Heavyweight trousers are useful higher up in the mountains in the morning and at night. Windproof/ waterproof trousers are necessary on all treks going above 10.00ft.
- Thermal underwear. These are excellent to sleep in at night in the winter months thermal underwear are quite invaluable.
- A pair of track shoes. To wear in the camp at night or when the boot is wet.
- Warm jacket. Fiber fills or down should be adequate. This is especially necessary during winter from December to February.
- A tracksuit useful for wearing in camp and in the tent.
- 2 pair of loose fitting long shorts/ skirts.
- 1 lightweight long sleeved –shirt is particularly suitable for avoiding sun burn.
- A woolen hat to wear in the morning and at night. During winter it is an essential item. A sunhat and ensure it has a wide brim to cover the face and neck.
- A pair of gloves. Leather with lining and woolen are best.
- 1 pair of sandals to wear in the cities and in camp.
- 2 pairs of thin and 2 pair of thick woolen socks.
- Underwear” normal quantity and swimming costume, hankies.
Equipment and Accessories
- Duffle bag or kit bag to carry to gear while trekking.
- Daypack: This is a small rucksack to carry personal requirement for the day e.g. toilet items, camera, film towel, soap, a boot etc.
- Water bottle.
- Snow glasses and sunglasses
- 2-4 large plastic bags to separate clean clothes from dirty ones. 6-10 smaller plastic bags to dispose garbage.
- Wallet and /or money belt with compartment for coins.
- Toiletries with large and small towels. Toilet paper can be by in Kathmandu and some villages in the mountains.
- Small headlamp and/ or torch with spare batteries and bulbs candles and lighter to burn toilet paper.
- Snow gaiters essential during wither and all treks going over at other times.
- An umbrella (optional), which is quite useful to as a sunshade and useful when it rains.
- Reading materials, camera and film, game items (optional), note book, rubber band, pen and pencil, envelopes, a diary, a calendar, a pocket knife, binoculars (optional), a small pillow or headrest (optional). Thermoses (optional) -an inflatable sleeping mat, trekking map, adequate quantities of passport photograph.
- Lightweight walking boots. If new one is being bought, “walk then in” to avoid blisters. Also bring spare laces.
- A rainproof jacket with hood or a poncho. Get the one that is guaranteed waterproof.
- Woolen shirts and thick sweaters. During winter months, December through February these items are essential. Thick sweaters can be purchased in Kathmandu.
- A pair of lightweight/ heavy weight trousers. Jeans are unsuitable to wear on treks. Cheap loose cotton pants are available in Kathmandu.
- Heavyweight trousers are useful higher up in the mountains in the morning and at night. Windproof/ waterproof trousers are necessary on all treks going above 10.00ft.
- Thermal underwear. These are excellent to sleep in at night in the winter months thermal underwear are quite invaluable.
- A pair of track shoes. To wear in the camp at night or when the boot is wet.
- Warm jacket. Fiber fills or down should be adequate. This is especially necessary during winter from December to February.
- A tracksuit useful for wearing in camp and in the tent.
- 2 pair of loose fitting long shorts/ skirts.
- 1 lightweight long sleeved –shirt is particularly suitable for avoiding sun burn.
- A woolen hat to wear in the morning and at night. During winter it is an essential item. A sunhat and ensure it has a wide brim to cover the face and neck.
- A pair of gloves. Leather with lining and woolen are best.
- 1 pair of sandals to wear in the cities and in camp.
- 2 pairs of thin and 2 pair of thick woolen socks.
- Underwear” normal quantity and swimming costume, hankies.
Equipment and Accessories
- Duffle bag or kit bag to carry to gear while trekking.
- Daypack: This is a small rucksack to carry personal requirement for the day e.g. toilet items, camera, film towel, soap, a boot etc.
- Water bottle.
- Snow glasses and sunglasses
- 2-4 large plastic bags to separate clean clothes from dirty ones. 6-10 smaller plastic bags to dispose garbage.
- Wallet and /or money belt with compartment for coins.
- Toiletries with large and small towels. Toilet paper can be by in Kathmandu and some villages in the mountains.
- Small headlamp and/ or torch with spare batteries and bulbs candles and lighter to burn toilet paper.
- Snow gaiters essential during wither and all treks going over at other times.
- An umbrella (optional), which is quite useful to as a sunshade and useful when it rains.
- Reading materials, camera and film, game items (optional), note book, rubber band, pen and pencil, envelopes, a diary, a calendar, a pocket knife, binoculars (optional), a small pillow or headrest (optional). Thermoses (optional) -an inflatable sleeping mat, trekking map, adequate quantities of passport photograph
