Everest Base Camp Trekking

visit everest as a recreational climber

Dive Locker, appointed South African agent to Actual Adventure Pvt Ltd

DATES: Trekking season extends from mid- September to May. From early September the monsoonal rains decrease. By end of
               September through to December the weather is usually stable with mild to warm days, cold nights. February, March,                  April, May, October, November, December are the best time to do Everest base camp trek.
PRICE:   Available upon request. Determined by * accomodation type / mode of transportation / number of crew required
                 (including guides & porters, Sherpas, cooks) / season / additional services

Terms & Conditions apply

The Everest Base Camp Trek is a famous & challenging trek in the Khumbu region, starting and ending at Lukla. The trek leads through high valleys, traditional Villages and high spectacular mountains which include the World's Highest Heritage "Sagarmatha National Park". Forming part of this mountain range is Namche Bazzar, which is recognized as Khumbu's Sherpa Capital. This trek can be started from Shivalaya, Jiri or from Kathmandu to Lukla. Should you fly in then you will start from Lukla, which is a more popular route than driving to Jiri and starting from there. If you have the time, one way to beat the crowds is to walk in from Shivalaya or Jiri and fly out from Lukla to Kathmandu. While on the trek acclimatization days are included at Namche and Pheriche to avoid altitude sickness. The trek reaches a high point of Kalapathar(5545m), a small peak offering superb views of Mount Everest and the other Himalayas.

You also have the option of planning the trek according to the time you have available. Along the way, you will visit Namche Bazaar, Thame, Khumjung and Tengboche Monastery and also stop to take in the panoramic views of Ama Dabla, Pumori, Lhotse, Nuptse.

DETAILS OF THE TRIP

* Trip Name: Everest Base Camp Trek
* Duration: 18 Days - 4 days in Kathmandu, 14 days Trekking
* Trip Type: Tea House / Camping
* Price: Starts from US$ 1260, prices subject to change
* Trekking Grade: Moderate
* Best season: September to November & February to May (however this trek is available throughout the year)
* Transportation: Land or Flight
* Accommodation: Hotel / Resort (Kathmandu ) & tea house (during the trek) or camping
* Highest access of the trek: Everest Base Camp (5486m)
* Culture: Sherpa

PACKAGE INCLUDES

Return airport / hotel transfers via private car / van / bus
Accomodation in Kathmandu
Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing with English speaking tour guide by car / van
3 meals a day (Breakfasts, Lunch and Dinners with tea or coffee) during the trek
Accommodation of Lodges, Guest houses, twin sharing throughout the trek
Trekking Guides (Government Licensed holder) and Porters with good English during the trek
Facility of food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all trekking staff
First aid medical kit
Everest (Sagarmatha) National Park permit fees
Guide airfare Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu
Travel insurance for Nepali staff during trekking period
TIMS (Trekker's Information Management System) Card
Seasonal fresh fruits like (orange, apple, banana, mango and grape and other Nepali local fruits etc)
All administrative works (if necessary) related to government body
Government Taxes, legal expenses

PACKAGE EXCLUDES

Meals in Kathmandu
Airfare domestic / international flights
Nepal entry visa fee (Visa fees US$ 25 or equivalent foreign currency for Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 15 days, US$ 40 or
equivalent foreign currency for Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 30 days & US$ 100 or equivalent foreign currency for Tourist
Visa with Multiple Entry for 100 days.)( Visa can be easily issued upon the arrival of Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, which will require 2 passport size photos)
Airport taxes
All alcoholic drinks, mineral water, laundry, phone calls, internet
Extra tea and coffee
Personal trekking equipment, medical and travel insurance
Any extra transportation except scheduled transfers (can be arranged upon request)
Any kind of personal expenses / helicopter rescue due to unforeseen circumstances
Any other expenses which are not mentioned in the inclusive price
Additional assistance, to be settled directly
Tips to trekking staffs (amount depend on client)

HIGHLIGHTS

* Moutain flight to Lukla
* Views of Everest and Khumbu Ice fall from Kalapathar
* Unsurpassed close views of Ama Dablam and several high Himalayan peaks
* Thyangboche monastery
* Namche Bazaar - Sherpa heartland

TOUR ITINERARY

DAY 1
Meet at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to hotel

DAY 2
Sight-seeing of Kathmandu: Full day’s sightseeing in Kathmandu valley includes the Hindu temple complex at Pashupatinath (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) & the biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath. Also visit Monkey Temple the Swyambhunath (2000 years old temple) and visit Patan city of fine arts. Return to the hotel.

DAY 3
Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m) takes about 35 minutes. Trek from Lukla to Phakding (2640 m.) lasting approximately three hours. Stay overnight at lodge.

DAY 4
Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m.) takes approximately five hours. Namche Bazaar (3440m) is surrounded on three sides by mountain ranges and opens out only where it faces the Bhote Koshi. Stay overnight at lodge.

DAY 5
A day for rest at Namche Bazaar (3440m.) for acclimatization. For this you will walk up to Khhumjung where you can visit a monastery. You can also enjoy the splendid views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Tawche, and Kwangde and so on. You may also take an hour's walk up to Syangboche (3800m.) where Everest View Hotel is situated above Namche for an outstanding view of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. Stay overnight at lodge.

DAY 6
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3867m.) which takes about five hours. Stay overnight at lodge.

DAY 7
Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4260m.) takes approximately five hours. Dingboche is a beautiful patchwork of fields enclosed by stone walls protecting the crops of barley, buckwheat and potatoes from the cold winds and grazing animals. Stay overnight at lodge.

DAY 8
Rest day at Dingboche (4260 m.) for acclimatization. There are some breathtaking views of the North face of Ama Dablam and the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge as you explore this beautiful valley that leads up to Island Peak. The walk is short with a good chance to relax in the afternoon. You have another option as you can hike up to Chhukum. From here you can enjoy the panoramic views of Island peak, Ama Dablaml, Makalu, Tawoche peak and others. Stay overnight at lodge.

DAY 9
Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4930m.) takes about five and half hours. Stay overnight at lodge.

DAY 10
Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5486m.) via Gorakshep (5180m.) takes about seven hours. Gorakshep is the location of the original Everest Base Camp with the new camp being further up the valley. Now the trail winds through a rocky path and the Khumbu glacier. The view of Nuptse, Lho-La and Khumbutse appears at the front of you. Stay overnight at lodge.

DAY 11
Trek from Gorakshep to Kalapathar (5545m.) and then to Pheriche (4243m.) takes about six hours. You accomplish an early morning climb to Kalapathar (5545m.) and enjoy the view of sunrise. You can have a panoramic view of Mt. Everest and many other mountain peaks like Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Mt. Khumbetse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku along with many other peaks. Stay overnight at lodge.

DAY 12
Trek from Pheriche to Tyangboche (3867 m.) takes approximately four hours. Tyangboche is a small village with a famous monastery offering you splendid views of Ama Dablam, lush green hills and river views. Stay overnight at lodge.

DAY 13
Trek from Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar (3440 m) takes about four and half hours. The walk from Tyangboche is mostly downhill on the main busy trail with a few steep climbs for an hour from the bridge at Phungitenga, near Shanasha. The walk to Namche is very scenic on a long winding path. From Khumjung village another 30 minute walk brings you to the village of Khunde. Stay overnight at lodge.

DAY 14
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Phakding (2640m.) takes about four hours. The trail descends steeply for about one and half hours. After that, the path has small ups and downs to Phakding through Monjo. Stay overnight at lodge.

DAY 15
Trek from Phakding to Lukla (2886m) takes about three hours. Your final day's trekking follows the Dudh Koshi back down to Lukla. Stay overnight in Lukla.

DAY 16
Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu takes 35 minutes. You take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu. Overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 17
Kathmandu free day, evening we serve with culture show overnight at Hotel.

DAY 18
Final departure, transfer to airport

Note: The trek can be operated in both teahouses and camping (tented camp) on your request. The itinerary can be customized according to your duration of holiday. Similarly hotel can be upgraded or downgraded depend on your budget.