Everest Base Camp 13 nights 14 days )
Everest Base Camp
Grade 6The Everest Base Camp trek is one of the world’s most iconic journeys up the steep walls of the Himalayas — a 14-day trek through ancient Sherpa villages, high-altitude rhododendron forests, and deadly glacial terrain to stand at the foot of the world’s highest mountain.
The journey starts with a scenic flight from Ramechhap to Lukla, the entrance to the Khumbu, and then a slow descent to Phakding, along the Dudh Koshi River. The trail then ascends steadily to the famous trading centre of Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) where you have an acclimatization day to get used to the altitude and enjoy a wide range of views of Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kongde from this market town.
The trail then passes the monastery topped ridge of Tengboche (3860m) and high yak pastures through to Dingboche (4410m) where there is another rest day to consolidate the acclimatization before the more serious climbing phase begins. As soon as you cross over Dingboche, the scenery changes sharply; the vegetation becomes less thick, air gets harder and the sheer power of the mountains is awe inspiring.
After passing Lobuche (4910 m) and Gorak Shep (5180 m), you arrive at the major milestone of Everest Base Camp(5364 m), where fluttering prayer flags and the distant sound of glacial towers celebrate the great mountain of Everest. The highlight of the Everest base camp trek comes the following morning when you head for the highest point, Kala Patthar (5545 m) and witness the first light of day illuminate Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and many other peaks in a stunning panorama.
The descent follows the trail back up through Namche and down to Lukla, which comes with its own altitude envelope, and a solid understanding of the Sherpa culture, Buddhist traditions, and the raw beauty of the high Himalaya.
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu (1,300 m).
Day 02: fly to Lukla (2,840 m) From Ramechap(we drive to Ramechap from Kathmandu Hotel early Morning) takes 5 hours. Trek to Phakding 3 hrs. Trek (2,660 m).
Day 03: trek to Namche Bazaar 6 hrs. Trek (3,440 m).
Day 04: Rest in Namche bazaar explore around at Namche.
Day 05: Trek to Tangboches 6 hrs. Trek (3,860 m).
Day 06: trek to Dingboche 5 hrs. Trek (4,410 m).
Day 07: rest day at Dengboche.
Day 08: trek to Lobuche 6 hrs. Trek (4,910 m).
Day 09: trek to Gorekshap (5,180 m) then trek to Everest base camp (5,364 m) 8 hrs.
Day 10: Trek to kala Patthar (5,545 m) then back to Pheriche 8 hrs. Trek (4,260 m).
Day 11: trek to Namche 6/7 hrs. Trek (3,860 m).
Day 12: trek to Lukla 7 hrs. Trek (2,840 m).
Day 13: fly back to Kathmandu
Day 14: Fly back to your next destination (departure)
Day 15: you make buffer day in case your Domestic flight delay
What's Included
- Airport pick up drop service
- All ground transportation on a comfortable vehicle as per the itinerary
- 2 Night Hotel accommodation at Kathmandu
- Domestic air ticket (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu). Or Ramechhhap
- Domestic Airport Tax.
- Meals ( Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner one item you can chose from menu)
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (Sagarmatha National Park permits, TIMS).
- Guest house according to given itinerary (11 night sharing in 2 bed room )
- An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trekking Guide and required porters. Each 2 People 1 porter.
- Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food and accommodation.
- Adventure White Himalaya duffel bag.
- Adventure Certificate
- A comprehensive medical kit.
What's Not Included
- Nepal entree visa: you can get a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International airport in Kathmandu (a multiple-entry tourist visa good for 30 days can be obtained by Paying US $ 40 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained by paying US $100. Please bring 2 copies of passport-size photos.)
- International airfare
- Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary).
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, water bottle, hot shower during the trekking etc.).
- Personal trekking equipment and clothing.
- Any donation and monuments entrance fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
A primary health issue at altitude is food safety. The higher up you go, the more susceptible you will be and the more important it becomes what you eat.
Avoid meat entirely. It is frequently carried on foot with porters or yaks without refrigeration which can result in food poisoning. Eat vegetarian food all the way.
Avoid alcohol and tobacco, too. Alcohol can interfere with acclimatization and can even be dangerous enough to mask the symptoms of a serious and potentially life-threatening condition known as high altitude cerebral edema (HACE).
Whereas a lot of the document verification along the Everest trail has become digital, there will be certain points along the way where you will require hard copies. The key points are: having a valid tourist visa and extensive travel health insurance. Both are to be well sorted by the time your departure date.
They ideal time you can trek to Everest Base Camp is from October through November or December until early spring.There are two ideal periods to visit, one before monsoon in March-May when the skies are clear, temperatures are tolerable, and mountain vistas are best, and the other after monsoon in September-November. During the monsoon season (June-July-August) the trails are slick and the rain extremely heavy, making hiking much more difficult.
The day unfolds from one similar to the other, with trekking, rest and acclimatization at its core. The route is carefully planned to ensure that the climb is not too steep and will be undertaken in a progressive manner allowing your body to acclimatise to the challenges of rising to higher altitudes.
Everest Base Camp is located in the Khumbu region of Nepal, at an elevation of 5,364 meters (17,598 ft) above sea level. Oxygen is reduced to almost half of its sea level strength there, so even short distances are more strenuous and fatigue comes on sooner.
Everest Base Camp trek is suitable for all ages, but only if you are healthy and well-equipped. It is successfully completed by the trekkers each year regardless of their age; those in their 50s, 60s and older. A person’s fitness and preparation are much more important than their age.
There’s nothing like being at the base of the world’s highest mountain. The hike is an adventure at high elevation alongside the Sherpa way of life and breathtaking vistas of some of the world’s most iconic peaks, all along one legendary trail. It’s a trip that leaves a lasting impression.
