Everest Base Camp Trek
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- Booking Type Instant booking
- duration 12 days
- tour type Private and Group
- age requirement 8-80 yrs
- max group size 32
- guiding method Fully guided
- Maximum altitude 5545 meters
- Tour Code BM-3841
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- Operated in English, Hindi, Nepalese
- Trek to the world-famous Everest Base Camp
- Enjoy amazing views of the Himalayas from Kala Patthar
- Travel through the Sherpa villages of Namche, Khumjung, Khunde and Dingboche
- Visit Tengboche, the biggest and oldest monastery in the region
Reach Namche Bazaar on the second day of the trip. Travel past the Sherpa villages of Debuche, Dingboche and Lobuche to reach Gorakshep, a small settlement (5,164m) that sits on the edge of a frozen, sand-covered lakebed. Reach Everest Base Camp, located in the middle of the Khumbu Glacier, on the eighth day of the trip.
Head for Kala Patthar next. Enjoy stunning views of the mountains, including Mt Ama Dablam, Mt Kangtega, Mt Nuptse, Mt Thamserku, Mt Kusum Kanguru, Mt Pumori, Mt Lhotse, Lobuche Peak, Island Peak, Mt Makalu and, of course, the breathtaking Mt Everest itself, towering above the rest.
Start your journey downhill to Lukla after that. Get the chance to enjoy the hospitality and friendliness of the Sherpa people along the way. Learn more about their culture and religion during a visit to Tengboche Monastery. We look forward to taking you on a trek of a lifetime. Please go through the itinerary for more details.
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Day 1: Kathmandu to Lukla (flight) - Phakding
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Day 2: Phakding - Namche Bazaar
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Day 3: Namche Bazar (acclimatization)
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Day 4: Trek to Tengboche Monastery
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Day 5: Debuche- Dingboche
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Day 6: Dingboche (acclimatization)
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Day 7: Dingboche - Lobuche
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Day 8: Lobuche - Gorakshep - Everest Base Camp - Gorakshep
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Day 9: Kala Patthar (5,545m) - Pangboche
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Day 10: Pangboche - Namche Bazaar
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Day 11: Namche Bazaar - Lukla
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Day 12: Lukla - Kathmandu (flight)
- Airport pickup and drop-off (on request) services in a private vehicle
- Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu domestic airline tickets, including all airline taxes and fuel surcharges
- Meals on a full-board basis (breakfast, lunch and dinner / main course) during the trek
- Accommodation in tea houses / lodges along the trek as per the itinerary
- Sagarmatha National Park entrance permits
- Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) registration card
- Experienced, English-speaking, government-licensed and ministry of tourism trained trekking guide with meals, accommodation, salary and insurance
- An assistant trekking guide for groups over 6 people with meals, accommodation, salary and insurance
- Down jackets, sleeping bags and duffel bags (down jackets, sleeping bags and duffel bags are to be returned after the completion of the trip)
- Daily seasonal fresh fruits as per the availability
- A first aid kit carried by the guide. An American Medical Association approved oximeter to measure your oxygen and pulse in high altitude (imported from USA)
- Necessary paper works, all government and local taxes
- In a worst case scenario, rescue and medical evacuation assistance (costs to be paid by the client)
- 1 complementary dinner after arrival or before departure in a traditional restaurant
- Porter
- KTM Hotel (Per Night)
- International airfare, Nepal visa fees (two passport photographs required) and travel and medical insurance for emergency evacuation
- Expenses of a personal nature (bars and beverage bills, dessert and snacks, hot shower, drinking water, telephone, internet, laundry, titbits, etc)
- Costs arising from natural calamities, mishaps or anything beyond our control. Costs are non-refundable and non-transferable if you leave the trek voluntarily
- Meals and accommodation in Kathmandu in cases of early returns and late departures
- Services not mentioned in the 'What's Included' section and referred to as 'optional'
- Porters available at an extra cost
- Tipping is a culture in Nepal and is expected by your staff (guides, porters, drivers)
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Other Practical InformationDuring the peak travel seasons from March to May and September to November, flights between Kathmandu and Lukla are rerouted from Kathmandu to Ramechhap Airport due to heavy traffic congestion. This means travelers must drive approximately 135 kilometers, which takes about 4 hours under normal traffic conditions, to reach Ramechhap Airport to catch their flight to Lukla. The same process applies for the return journey from Lukla to Kathmandu. Unfortunately, this rerouting is unavoidable due to the congestion in Kathmandu. For those who prefer a direct flight to Lukla or back to Kathmandu, helicopter flights are available as an alternative, albeit at a higher cost. Please feel free to contact us for more information on this matter. Equipment List Head: Sun hat or scarf, light balaclavas or warm fleece hats, sunglasses with UV protection Lower Body: Hiking shorts, cotton long pants, light thermal bottoms for the expedition, fleece or woolen pants (seasonal), waterproof shell pants (preferably those made of breathable fabric) Feet: Thin, lightweight inner socks; warm, thick wool hiking socks; hiking boots with spare laces; camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals); gaiters for hiking in the winter to the base camp Upper Body: T-shirts, lightweight thermal tops meant for an expedition, fleece jackets or pullovers, wind-stopper jackets (optional), waterproof shell jackets (preferably breathable fabric), a down vest and/or a jacket* Hands: Lightweight gloves, thick gloves, or mittens with a waterproof outer shell (seasonal) Personal Hygiene: - Wet wipes (baby wipes), tissue /toilet roll, anti-bacterial handwash Accessories: Sleeping bag (rated zero degrees centigrade),* headlamps (eg, Petzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries, trekking bags/duffel bags*, basic first aid kits and large plastic bags, daypack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches), trekking poles, water bottles (2) or camel bags, toiletries (Small wash towels, toilet papers, etc), earplugs ( just in case) Toiletries: Medium-sized, quick-drying towels, toothbrushes and paste (preferably biodegradable), multipurpose soap bars (preferably biodegradable), deodorants, nail clippers, face, and body moisturizer, female hygiene products Extras: Binoculars, books, trail maps/guidebooks, notebooks and pens, swimming costume-
How much money do I need to bring with me?
Your personal budget obviously depends on your spending habits and what is included in your trip cost. If accommodation is included, but meals are not, we would suggest that you bring around 30 USD per day per person for meals. Having a hot shower or charging your device sometimes costs extra. There are also sometimes small crafts/souvenirs to buy along the trekking route which you may want to bring extra money for. Also, consider whether you would be staying in Kathmandu or Pokhara before or after your trek.
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What is the weather going to be like when I travel to Everest Base Camp?
The weather in Nepal varies by season. For example, November to January is the dry season with sunny days, clear skies and usually no rain. However, on Everest Base Camp, the temperatures at this altitude will be cold, particularly at night. February to May and September to October is the most popular time to travel to EBC, with usually fairly dry and stable weather, although there may be the occasional shower. June to August is monsoon season in Nepal, but once you pass 3,000 meters altitude there is less and less rain. Check out our guide on the best time to visit Nepal for more on specific monthly climate and seasons.
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