Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world, which is known in Nepal as "Sagarmatha" the goddess mother of the world, has long been the greatest attraction for nature lovers, and trekkers alike. You might have come to the Himalayan Kingdom Nepal to enjoy the bliss of nature in this beautiful country and walk among the highest mountains in the world, but once you're here, you'll discover much more than your expectations. Besides the fascination of the Himalayan Mountains, you'll find a magical place with an ancient history, home to people from diverse ethnic groups with rich cultural traditions. The trek to Everest Base Camp is without doubt one of the most famous in the world which takes you into the heart of the Nepalese Himalaya, with awe-inspiring views of many of the world's highest and most beautiful mountains. The trek to Everest Base Camp takes you through lush valleys with abundant flora and fauna, past friendly Sherpa villages and Buddhist monasteries, yaks. You will enjoy spectacular scenery and amazing mountain views of Everest, highest summit in the world, and the surrounding peaks, as well as seeing monasteries, temples, and the main sites of Kathmandu itself. You will experience incredible views of the Himalayan Mountains, vast glaciers and Monastery on the way to the Base Camp.
Everest base camp Trek provides you great opportunity to have unique experience. If you have ever longed to set eyes on our highest summit then this exciting trek in the Everest region gives you the opportunity to fulfill a dream, while taking in some of the most breathtaking scenery in the Himalaya. Ever since the days of early climbing expeditions, the 8848m mountain has had a lure of its own, drawing climbers to scale it and trekkers to gaze on its icy faces. Naturally, the trail to the base camp of the mountain has become one of the most popular trekking routes in Nepal and even in the world, yet few people return from the trek unmoved by the experience of being right in among the highest peaks in the world.
From Kathmandu we fly to Lukla, and the adventure begins as we land at its tiny airstrip. We spend several days trekking through the homelands of the Sherpa people, among their villages and Buddhist monasteries, with distant views of Everest and neighbouring Ama Dablam, considered by many to be among the most beautiful mountains in Nepal. A day is spent at Namche Bazaar, the bustling market town in the heart of Sherpa country, and at Pheriche a cluster of houses set among the high summer grazing pastures of the region. These rest days allow time to explore further and to acclimatize, an important factor in your enjoyment of the trek. everest1Those who have fully acclimatized may trek to the Everest Base Camp but without doubt, the highlight for most will be the awe-inspiring views which unfold from the summit of Kala Pattar - the chaotic ice sculptures of the Khumbu Glacier, Nuptse and the south-west face of Everest itself. Not forgetting, of course, the personal sense of achievement that many experience at the end of their trek, when it is all over and we fly back to Kathmandu.
During the trek we follow the main Everest Base Camp Trail, the route pioneered and still used by many climbing expeditions. The trail is well maintained and apart from the walk up Kala Pattar and the final stretch to base camp, not particularly demanding. What makes it hard going is the altitude, which may affect your performance, though rest days are built into the trek to help you acclimatize. Most trekking days allow ample time to cover the distance at a leisurely pace. To enjoy the trek fully you need to be fit and a regular hill walker. Previous trekking experience is obviously an asset, but is not essential. |
| Itinerary in Details |
| Day 01: |
Kathmandu to Phakding (2610mtrs/8563ft). An early start takes us to Tribhuwan International Airport for the 30-minute flight to Lukla (2804mtrs). On arrival at the airport our guide will introduce our porters before we begin our trek towards Phakding (2610mtrs). 3 hours |
| Day 02: |
Phakding to Namche Bazaar(3440m/11286ft). We continue our trek heading towards Namche Bazaar, which is at an altitude of 3535m. 5:30 hours |
| Day 03: |
Namche Bazaar(3440m/11286ft). Known as the Gate way to Everest・we will spend today here in order to acclimatize and adjust to the thinning air. As well as a short trek there is a museum celebrating the traditional customs of the Sherpa people to visit. More importantly, from here you will get the first proper glimpse of Everest and the surrounding mountain, the day allows time to observe and reflect the journey ahead. 5 hours. |
| Day 04: |
Namche Bazaar to Tengboche(3860m/12664ft) We trek to an altitude of 3850m today. On reaching Tengboche your guide will tell you about the local monastery situated here. The group will be taken to observe the prayer ceremony either in the evening or morning depending on how the days trekking went. 5:30 hours |
| Day 05: |
Tengboche to Dingboche(4410m/14468ft) Our trek continues to climb as we head to the altitude of 4310m taking our time so not to be affected by the thinning air. 5:30 hour. |
| Day 06: |
Dingboche(4410m/14468ft) Our second acclimatization day includes a visit to the nearby Chhukung Valley where the group will be taken to Chhukung Ri (5546m). This point offers fantastic views of the fifth highest mountain Makalu. After appreciating the surrounding scenery we trek back to our camp in Dingboche, relaxing in the evening. 5 hour |
| Day 07: |
Dingboche to Lobuje(4910m/16108ft). Today our trek climbs to 4910m. 5:30 hours |
| Day 08: |
Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5153m/16906ft). 4 hours |
| Day 09: |
Everest Base Camp(5363m/17595ft) and back to Gorak Shep. Today we reach our goal by trekking to Everest Base Camp at an altitude of 5363m. After appreciating our efforts and photographing the achievement we return to Gorak Shep. 5 hours |
| Day 10: |
Hiking up Kalapathar(5545m/18192ft) and overnight at Pherbuche(4210m/13812ft). After reaching Base camp our aim today is to trek Kalapathar (5545m). We start early to reach the viewpoint that offers some of the best views of Mount Everest as well as other panoramas of the surrounding mountains. We then descend to Pherbuche. 6 hours |
| Day 11: |
Trek to Namche Bazaar(3440m/11286ft). We continue our descent to Namche Bazaar. 6 hours |
| Day 12: |
Namche Bazaar to Phakding (2610m/8563ft). 4 hour |
| Day 13: |
Phakding to Lukla(2840m/9317ft). Our final day of trekking returns us to the town of Lukla, where the overnight stay gives you time to explore the town as well as reflect upon the mountains you have recently visited for one last time before heading back to Kathmandu. 3 hours |
| Day 14: |
Lukla to Kathmandu. Breakfast. We will walk about 5 minutes to airport to catch our return flight to Kathmandu. The plane leaves at 7:30 am and takes 35 minutes. |
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COST INCLUDES DURING THE TRIP:
- Airport Pick up and drop
- Two night hotel in kathmandu
- Accommodation for trekking
- An experienced Government licensed holder guide and porter and theirs' food, drinks, insurance, salary, equipments, transportation, local tax etc.
- Warm sleeping bag, warm down jacket and walking stick, if
necessary.
- Everest permit
COST DOES NOT INCLUDE DURING THE TRIP:
- Domestic flight tickets from Kathmandu/ Lukla/ Kathmandu.
- Domestic airport tax.
- Meals whilst in Kathmandu allow US$ 15 - US$ 20 per day and Trekking.
- Travel insurance (if you want us to arrange your travel
insurance, we would greatly be happy to assist).
- International air fare to Nepal.
- Nepal entry visa fee. you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu.
- Departure Airport Tax in Nepal approx. US$ 24.
- Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold
drinks, laundry.
- Tips for trekking staffs, driver etc.
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