Everest Base Camp Trekking

Everest Base Camp trek is arguably the most famous trekking route in the world and this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see some of the most breathtaking scenery imaginable. Nepal is a fascinating country and the trek gives an insight into the lives and culture of the Sherpa people. Our ascent is steady and well paced to best suit the acclimatization needed. Sunrise on the snow capped peaks above the Khumbu Glacier is an unforgettable sight from the summit of Kala Pattar. This trek is one for the lover of high places and those wanting to push themselves to the limit. It is a tough challenge and not to be taken lightly with generally well graded paths but some tougher sections along the Khumbu glacier.

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, amongst their villages and Buddhist monasteries, with distant views of Mt. Everest and the neighbouring Lhotse, the fourth highest mountain in the world. Nuptse, the beautiful Mt. Pumori and Ama Dablam, are 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 also at Pheriche, a cluster of houses set amongst 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. Those who have fully acclimatized will be able to trek to Everest Base Camp without many problems. 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.

Lukla / Namche bazzar / Kalapatthar / Everest base camp trek 18 days

Fact of Trek
Trek: Everest region
Trek start: Lukla
Trek duration: 18 days
Grade: Moderate to Strenuous.
Maximum Height: 5545m
Minimum Height: 2620m
Minimum group size: One person
Trek end: Lukla

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and a representative of Nepal Adventure Guide will welcome and transfer you to your selected hotel by private vehicle.

Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley by private vehicle with an expert tour guide.

1. Kathmandu Durbar Square
2. Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
3. Boudhanath Stupa (Large white Buddhist Stupa)
4. Pashupatinath (Hindu Temple)
5. Patan Durbar Square (Ancient city)
6. Bhaktapur Durbar Square (55-window palace)

Day 03: An early morning flight to Lukla (40 minutes) and trek to Phakding (2610m) walking (4-5) hours, stay overnight at lodge.

Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) walking (6-7) hours, stay overnight at lodge.

Day 05: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazzar visit to Khumjung village school organized by Sir Edmund Hillary and Khunde village hospital also organized by Sir Edmund Hillary and Everest View Hotel where from we will see the first views of Mt Everest and back to Namche Bazaar, stay overnight at lodge.

Day 06: Trek to Tengboche (3860m) walking 6 hours, stay overnight at lodge.

Day 07: Trek to Dingboche (4410m) walking (6-7) hours, stay overnight at lodge.
 
Day 08: Acclimatization day at Dingboche walking 5 hours up the Chukkung valley or climb up Narshang peak (4980m), stay overnight at lodge.

Day 09: Trek to Lobuche (4910m) walking (5-6) hours, stay overnight at lodge.

Day 10: Trek to Gorak Shep (5153m) walking (3-4) hours, stay overnight at lodge.

Day 11: Wake early morning and climb Kala Pattar (5545 m) It will take between 2 to 3 hours to ascend and an hour to descend. Then trek to Everest Base Camp (5383m) and back to Gorak Shep, walking (5 – 6) hours, stay overnight at lodge.

Day 12: Trek to Pangboche (3970 m) walking (7-8) hours stay overnight at lodge.

Day 13: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) walking (7-8) hours, stay overnight at lodge.
 
Day 14: Trek to Phakding (2610m) walking 5 hours, stay overnight at lodge.

Day 15: Trek to Lukla (2840m) Walking 4 hours, stay overnight at lodge.

Day 16: Wake early morning to take the 7.00 am flight back to Kathmandu. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 17: Souvenir and sightseeing in Kathmandu.

Day 18: A representative of Nepal Adventure Guide will drop you off at Tribhuvan International Airport by private vehicle.

Prices Includes:

• Airport pick-up and drop off by private vehicle.
• Four nights in your selected Kathmandu hotel with breakfast.
• A full day’s sightseeing in Kathmandu by private vehicle.
• All meals during the trek (lunch, dinner, breakfast and tea or coffee).
• Accommodation in lodges or guest houses.
• One English speaking government trained license holder and well informed trekking guide.
• One porter for two people to carry luggage.
• All expenses for guide and porters - meals, accommodation, salary, equipment, insurance, transportation (bus/flights) etc.
• First Aid kit bag.
• Government and local area taxes where applicable.
• TIMS card fees (Trekking Information Management System).
•  Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu flight ticket including airport taxes.
• Sagarmatha National Park entrance fees (See the ‘Trekking Permits’ link  under ‘Trekking Info’ for current fees).

Price Excludes:

• Nepalese entry visa fee. (See the ‘Visa Information’ link under ‘Trekking Info’ for current fees)
• Travel insurance.
• Soft and alcoholic drinks (mineral water, hot water, coke, fanta, beer, spirits, etc).
• Snacks (Chocolate, biscuits etc).
• Hot water, hot shower, heater charge, battery charge, phone calls and laundry service.
• Donation, tips and personal expenses.
• Emergency evacuation and medical equipment.
• Hire equipment and other personal items (sleeping bag, down jacket, hiking boots camera, toilet rolls etc).
• In case of natural calamities i.e. political unrest, cancellation of flight due to weather, landslides, etc, the extra charge will be borne by themselves.
• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  

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