Everest Base Camp Trek

Home Moderate & Strenuous Everest Base Camp Trek

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Overview

This trek has obvious appeal, with it’s route taking trekkers to the base camp of the world’s tallest mountain. With it’s outstanding views of the mighty Mount Everest 8848m and the similarly impressive peaks nearby of Pumari 7165m, Nuptse 7861m and the Khumbu Glacier, this is undoubtedly one of the most popular treks in the world. As well as visiting base camp at 5363m, this trek offers the opportunity to hike to the top of nearby Kalapathar 5555m, from where there are unrivalled 360 views of the Mount Everest region and the surrounding Himalayas.

Everest base camp trek begins at Lukla, following the Everest expedition trail. After 2 days on the route we stay at the Sherpa settlement of Namche Bazzar 3440m, where we take a day’s rest for acclimatization and a chance of the first excellent view of Mt Everest. Continuing on, we visit the famous Buddhist monastery at Tyangbuche with the beautiful backdrop view of Mt Amadablang. The route then gently ascends through the Imja valley with comfortable stays in friendly Sherpa owned tea houses, before finally ascending towards Gorak Shep and base camp itself.

The majority of the route falls within the Sagarmatha National Park, ‘Sagarmatha’ being the Nepali name for Mount Everest. There is the opportunity for keen eyed trekkers to spot the region’s rare wildlife, including Musk Deer, Himalayan Blue Sheep, Himalayan Thar and the charismatic Snow Leopard. The combination of beautiful surroundings and the rich cultural experience of the local Sherpa hospitality make this a matchless choice for the adventurous trekker.

A good level of fitness and some trekking experience is highly recommended for this trek with some parts of the trail providing challenging hiking, especially when at the higher altitudes. There is no doubt however that 2 weeks on this trek will provide a genuine sense of achievement with lasting memories of the stunning surroundings.

As with all our treks, we can be flexible with the itinerary and can adjust many details according to your time, availability and special interests.

At a Glance

Steping at the base camp of highest mountain in the planet, Everest

Sunrise view from Kalapathar top (5555m)

Warm hospitality of Sherpa people and experience their Culture and lifestyle

Stunning panoramic view of Kumubu Himalayan range.

Classic view of Khumbu Glacier

Opportunity to observe the wild life, birds and flora and founa in Sagarmatha National park

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival at Tribhuvan International airport in Kathmandu. Pick up by Sherpa Brothers Treks representative, transfer to hotel check in and welcome drink from receptionist. Rest and briefing about trip, O/N in hotel with bed & breakfast

Day 2 Half day sightseeing around world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley and preparation for the trip. In the evening welcome dinner offer from Sherpa Brothers Treks at Typical Nepalese cultural restaurant, O/N in hotel with bed & breakfast

Day 3 Morning scenic mountain flight to Lukla (2,840m / 9,318ft) and trek to Phakding, O/N in tea house : Approx 3.5 hours

Day 4 Trek to Sherpa capital Namche Bazaar (3,446m / 11,306ft), O/N in tea house : Approx 5.5 hours

Day 5 Rest day in Namche Bazaar. Hike to the world highest point hotel Everest view hotel for acclimatization, O/N in tea house : Approx 3.5 hours

Day 6 Trek to Tyangbuche (3,867m / 12,687ft), One of the prominent monastery in the Everest area, O/N in tea house : Approx 5 hours

Day 7 Trek to Dingbuche (4100m / 13,451ft), O/N in tea house : Approx 4.5 hours

Day 8 Rest hiking day in Dingbuche, for acclimatization, O/N in tea house : Approx 4.5 hours

Day 9 Trek to Labuche (4,930m / 16,175ft), O/N in tea house : Approx 4.5 hours

Day 10 Trek to Gorakshep [5,160m/16,929ft) and same day hike to the base camp of world highest Peak Mt Everest (5,316m / 17,437ft) back to Gorakshep O/N in tea house : Approx 5 hours

Day 11 Before sunrise hike to Kalapather for sun rise view (the highest point of the trip) Kalapathar (5,550m / 18,204ft) and trek back to Phereche (42,20 m, / 13910 ft), O/N in tea house : Approx 7 hours

Day 12 Trek to Kengjuma (3,500 / 11,483ft), O/N in tea house : Approx 5 hours

Day 13 Trek to Manjo (2840m / 9,318ft), O/N in tea house : Approx 4.5 hours

Day 14 Trek to Lukla (2,810m / 9,219ft), final day and trek ends O/N in tea house : Approx 5 hours

Day 15 After having early morning breakfast, flight to Kathmandu. Rest, free time and last minute shopping in Kathmandu, O/N in hotel with bed & breakfast

Day 16 Extra day for mountain weather contingency

Day 17 As per flight time, pick up from hotel and drop 3 hour earlier to international airport for home departure

Services Includes

Accommodation & 3 times meal during 13 days EBC trip
Professional and experience license holder trekking guide salary and insurance
Porter salary, equipment and insurance
Airfare to Lukla and back to Kathmandu with guide
Standard hotel with deluxe BB in Kathmandu for 4 nights
Sagarmatha National park and TIMS permit
Private transport for airport receive and departure in Kathmandu
Half day word heritage sites sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
Trip route map
Warm sleeping bag
Duffel bag for packing daily trek gears
Welcome dinner in Kathmandu

Services Excludes

Personal nature expense, bar and beverage bills
Personal insurance
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
Unforeseen accidental rescue
Days beyond the itinerary
Gratitude to staff

Map

Additional Information

This trek incorporate the physical demanding rank and usual walking of 6- 7 hours daily. The highest point of the trail top up to 5,555 m. However, the first day trail begins from lower point at 2800 m, gradual climb and unhurried pace walking makes genuine sense to have achievements and success. Participant require to be physically fit, positive attitude and obviously in good health.. Regular exercise or jogging couple of months prior to the trip is essential. It is important that participants with pre-existing health check problems or conditions should make these known to us at the time of booking. Medical and evacuation expenses are the responsibility of the participants.

Accommodation and Food

4 nights in 3 star hotel with Deluxe BB in Kathmandu on twin sharing, 11 days standard twin sharing accommodation in tea house (trekking guest house) with 3 meals daily, (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Tea/ Coffee).

Travel insurance

Sherpa Brothers Treks and Expedition Pvt. Ltd. take every care to make our treks safe and enjoyable. All our routes are scouted to ensure the trails are safe and the facilities along route are of an acceptable standard. In addition, we have vast experience of trekking at altitude and are trained to deal with Acute Altitude Sickness. However, due to terrain, weather and altitude, risk is not always predictable in the Himalaya. To ensure you have a worry free time with us, personal travel insurance is essential to cover the cost of unforeseen accident, illness or rescue. The costs involved can be large and personally overwhelming in the unlikely event of accident or injury.

Required gears check list

Hiking gears

Day bag – 1
Dry Bag – 1
Walking pole – 1
Water bottle – 1
Head light – 1
Knife / Multi tools – 1

Cloth and body wear
Down jacket – 1
Sleeping bag – 1
Light warm hiking trouser – 2
Warm liner – 2
Towel – 2
Warm and sun hats – 1/1
Fleece / jacket and pants – 1
Windproof jacket – 1
Long and half sleeve hiking shirt – 3
Buff for (neck and head) – 1
Walking boot – 1
Gloves / mittens – 2
Warm hiking socks (wool / synthetic) – 4
Gaiter – 1
Flip flap/ Sandal – 1

Sun protection, health hygiene and water
Sun cream – 1
Sun glass – 2
Sun hat – 1
Lip guard – 1
Tooth brush – 1
Face wash soap – 1
Sanitizer – 2
Prescription medicine
Water bottle / Camel bag – 1
Water purifier tablet / lightweight filter
Toilet paper
Menstrual product

Personal belonging items
Passport
cash
Visa / credit card
Cell phone Power bank backup and charger
Camera / Gopro

Tour Cost & Schedule

Start	Finish	Availability	Price (PP)
November 15, 2019	November 27, 2019	Guaranteed	USD 1350	BOOK NOW

Trip Facts

Trip Grade : Moderate
Trip Durations : 13 Days From Kathmandu
Highest Point : 5555m / 18,045ft
Best Season : Sep, Oct, Nov - Mar to May
Meal Plan : Bed and Breakfast