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14 days

Availability : September through June

Kathmandu

Everest Base Camp

Min Age : 12

Max People : 14

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Trek Overview

Everest Base Camp Trek is a 14-day trek, also well known as the EBC trek. The trek that leads you to the base of the tallest mountain in the World, Mt. Everest, into the most iconic region of the Himalayas. Among the many treks in Nepal, the Everest Base camp trek is the more popular trek in Nepal because of its natural beauty. Hence, thousands of trekkers and mountain climbers visit Nepal each year to enjoy their trekking experiences and climb the world’s tallest Mount. Everest.

During the trek, you will enjoy the scenic beauties of nature, especially the inspiring view of Mt. Everest from Kalapathar (5545 m). Similarly, you will feel and experience the traditional culture and warm hospitality of the local Sherpa Community.

Fulfill your EBC dream

Everest Base Camp is one of the ultimate destinations for adventure seekers because it’s a dream of every traveler around the world, who wants to fulfill their dream by visiting EBC. While planning for this trek, you can make the trek plan from 12 days to 14 days including Kathmandu. As such in our standard trek plan, you will spend 11 nights in the mountain including a visit to EBC and a hike to Kalapathar.

In addition to the Everest Base Camp trek, we offer other featured tours and trekking activities to our adventure lovers. “NATURALLY NEPAL Once is not enough” is the tourism brand of Nepal. Hence, the people who visit Nepal once, make frequent visits to Nepal, planning different tours and trekking activities. That’s why, adventure lovers, who have already experienced the EBC trek; look for different adventure activities with different tastes in culture, nature, and adventure. That is the reason, the Makalu Base Camp trek or Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek could be an alternative trek option for adventure seekers to enjoy nature and the cultural way of living of the local people.

It’s also our pleasure to inform you that our team can customize this standard trek plan to meet your individual needs if you are making the trek individually or with your group of friends or family members.

EBC Trek Details

Dream of it; we make it happen!

How this trek starts

Firstly, on day 1st, we will pick you up upon arrival at Tribhuvan International airport in Kathmandu. We transfer you to your pre-booked hotel in Kathmandu. After your check-in at the hotel, after a few hours of rest and refreshment, we will provide you a short briefing about the trek and introduce you to your guide, supporters, and other fellow trekkers in case you are in a group tour. Tomorrow, your flight to Lukla is early morning. Hence, we advise you to go to an early bed and become an early bird for your wake up at 5 am and get ready for the airport departure.

On day 2nd, we will provide your transfer from the hotel to the airport at 5:30 am. We provide you with a packed breakfast as the hotel serves breakfast only after 6 am. However, if you are in a big group, we can also arrange a buffet breakfast at 5 am (optional).

Please note that – the flight to Lukla or vice versa always depends on weather conditions! The weather in Lukla is unpredictable because even in the best trek season in October – November, the weather might be worse in Lukla.

Let’s wish and pray for good weather for your flight to Lukla! After a 30-minute exciting flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, you will land at its tiny Tenjin Hillary Airport, commonly known as Lukla airport.

Kick-off your trek!

As soon as you come out of the airplane, you will be mesmerized by the sound environment and tranquility. Then the surroundings will fully energize you to kick off your first-day trek from Lukla to Phakding village.

First view of Everest Glimpse

From Namche, you trek along a high path from where you have the first good view of Mt. Everest. You will start trek towards Thyangboche Monastery, located on top of a mountain ridge, then descend the Imja Khola and continue to the villages of Pangboche and Dingboche. After that, you will reach the Khumbu Glacier. The trek through the glacier takes you first to Lobuche and then to Gorak Shep, where you finally reach your destination at the foot of the Khumbu ice falls.

Acclimatization on the trek

Spending time at such heights, even the approaches to the Base Camp requires some acclimatization. After flying into Lukla from Kathmandu and then; completing the two-day trek up to Phakding and Namche Bazar in the Lower Everest region (3535 m), you will spend 2-nights in Namche Bazar adjusting to the conditions with a trek in the valley and a leisurely visit to the local Sherpa museum.

In Dingboche, you will enjoy another acclimatization day with a day hike to the Chhukung valley, where there are fine views of the 5th highest mountain peak, Makalu (8463 m). With snow-capped peaks all -around, you will be eager to trek higher up to the Everest Base Camp.

Guesthouse and lodges on the trek route

The high-altitude Everest region has fewer visitors than Annapurna. However, trekkers are well-provided with guest houses and lodges offering a welcome warm bed for the night, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Along the way, you will visit the lavishly rebuilt monastery at Tengboche. You will enjoy the view of high snow-capped peaks surrounded by pine trees and alpine meadows.

Return journey from Base camp

On the first day of the return trip from the base camp, you will stay overnight at Gorakshep and then hike up the slopes of Kalapathar (5545 m) for a fine view of Everest and its surroundings peaks. Then, it is a three-day trek back to Lukla via Pheriche and Namche Bazar before flying back to Kathmandu.

Some Health Tips before traveling

High altitude sickness Prevention and Treatment

For people who are not accustomed to living in high-altitude environments, Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) or Altitude Sickness is a common occurrence when traveling to sites with elevations of approximately 8,000 feet (2,400 meters above sea level) and above. This means popular destinations like Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Base Camp, Upper Mustang, Kanchenjunga Base Camp, Makalu Base Camp, and other high-altitude sites present a risk of AMS for hikers, skiers, and adventurers. Especially because these locations are usually remote, it’s important to be able to recognize and identify the symptoms of AMS and how to deal with them.

What to Watch Out For Altitude Sickness

AMS is caused by a lack of oxygen in the body and decreased air pressure which can be experienced during skiing, mountain trekking, or flying when the body does not have enough time to adapt to the change, or too much energy is exerted. This can lead to a range of symptoms, including:

dizziness, nausea, and/or vomiting
headaches and muscle aches
loss of appetite, irritability
swelling in feet, hands, and face
shortage of breath
increased heartbeat severe cases include coughing, chest congestion, skin discoloration, and loss of balance and ability to walk

These cases can lead to damage to the cardiovascular as well as muscular and nervous systems, and should be dealt with on an urgent basis; worst-case scenarios can result in a coma or death. Less severe cases should also be dealt with immediately before they can progress.

Treatment of High Altitude Sickness

In non-severe cases, AMS can be resolved by descending to a lower altitude, hydrating with water, and taking time to rest between activities and before ascending to a higher altitude. Symptoms can take from a few hours to a few days to subside. If there is swelling in the brain and fluid in the lungs, however, oxygen may be administered. Patients may also be prescribed a range of medications including acetazolamide to aid breathing, dexamethasone to reduce swelling in the brain, aspirin for headache relief, and blood pressure medicine.

Prevention of High Altitude Sickness

Fortunately, most people can prevent the onset of AMS with some conscientious planning. This includes ensuring good physical health before exposure to high altitudes (such as assurance of no serious health conditions and reasonable fitness levels). Doctors can prescribe acetazolamide to be taken before climbing, and trekkers can also plan their route accordingly to allow for gradual ascent and days of rest (usually done in 2,000 ft intervals).

Keeping hydrated, carrying oxygen when ascending above 9,000 ft, eating regular, high-carbohydrate meals, and avoiding unnecessary exertion (and allowing for plenty of rest) will also help prevent AMS.

Take Note If Altitude

You suffer from heart and lung disease. Your cardiovascular system will experience strain under high altitudes. Additionally, if you are taking medications that lower breathing rates like narcotic pain relievers, tranquilizers, and sleeping pills, consult the doctor before climbing to high altitudes.

People who suffer from anemia should also consider taking iron supplements before trekking to high altitudes. Low red blood cell counts mean less oxygen in the blood, which will be extenuated by high climbs.

Like any illness, AMS can be prevented and treated accordingly with conscientious planning and an acute awareness of its symptoms, and sufficient access to the right resources for treatment.

Departure & Return Location

Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal

Departure Time

Between 7 – 8 am (flexible)

Price Includes

Domestic flight to and from Lukla airport
2 nights accommodation at Kathmandu Suite Home or nearby hotel of similar standard
Accommodation at locally owned guest houses / lodges during the trek (11 nights)
Meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
English speaking trek guide and 1 support porter (in the ratio of 2 guests = 1 porter)
Trek permit and TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System)
Airport pick up / drop off

Price Excludes

Personal expenses
Tipping for guide / porter (recommended)
Trekking equipment including sleeping bag
Any beverages including tea / coffee
Travel Insurance

Complementaries

Trekking duffle bag
Company T-Shirt

What to expect on the trek

We will provide English speaking guide during the trek. A porter for 2 members will be provided, who will carry your bag up to 22 k.g. Accommodation at guest houses will be provided during the trek. Meals are included.

Trek highlights

Moderate to fairly challenging but thrilling to the core!
Exciting flight to Lukla
Namche Bazar; the tourist hub and the gateway to Everest Base Camp
Tengboche Monastery
Exciting trek to Everest Base camp
Kalapathar, the view point to see the World highest Peak "Mt. Everest"
Experienced, helpful and friendly guide and porters

Itinerary

Day 1Arrival in Kathmandu (1350 meters)

Upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), you will be met by our Airport Representative, and transferred to hotel Kathmandu Suite Home or a nearby hotel of a similar standard (breakfast included). Your trek leader will brief you about the trek plan and introduce you to your guide. If you arrive Kathmandu by noon, you may do a walking tour to Kathmandu Durbar Square (old palace) and local market of Asan Bazar.

Overnight at the hotel, inclusive of breakfast.

Day 2Flight Kathmandu to Lukla (2804 meters) and trek to Phakding (2610 meters)

After taking an early morning breakfast, you will drive to Airport (15 minutes) and enjoy a 30 – minute exciting flight to Lukla (2804 meters.). After meeting your trek crews, you will embark on the first-day trek to Phakding (2610 meters).

Enjoying the view of landscape, and villages, and crossing a couple of streams, and bridges, you will reach Phakding in 3 hours. There is a probability to get a flight delay or cancellation even in the good season of October – November or March – April. If the flight is on time, you will reach Phakding at lunchtime. In case of any delay, you will stop for lunch in Lukla or after an hour walking from Lukla.