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Everest Base Camp Trek

Trek Highlights

  • Epic trekking journey to Everest Base Camp (5,364m)
  • Hiking to incredible Kalapatthar View Point (5545m)
  • Exploration of Tengboche and Pangboche Monasteries
  • Sherpa cultural wonders of the Everest region
  • Peaceful and adventurous trekking experience
  • Cultural Sightseeing Tour of Kathmandu

Trek Overview

The “Everest Base Camp Trek” or the Nepali name is Sagarmatha (Brow of the Ocean) & even more popular Sherpa is Chomolungma (Mother Goddess of the world) Khumbu, the region provides you with a sufficient chance to explore High Mountain scenery. It is east of Kathmandu & you can plan to start your trip from Jiri or take a flight to Lukla & start your walk. You will be following in the footsteps of the legendry Sherpa Tenzing, Sir Edmund Hillary, passing through one of the most beautiful mountain panoramic views, and many Sherpa villages like Namche bazaar you will explore the rich Sherpa culture as well as spectacular landscapes and monasteries. It will give you the chance to climb up to Kala Patthar (5545 m), from where you can see the magnificent view of Everest, The South Col, Khumbu icefall and other spectacular peaks of the region. This region is the gateway of the many high mountains & trekking peaks of the world. If you are interested in walking more, you could make a trip to the Tashilaptcha pass in Rolwaling Himal or ahead to the eastern part of Nepal, Kanchenjunga/Makalu and Arun Valley.

Trek Itinerary

D-1

Arrival, (1350m./ 4414 ft.)

D-2

Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2840m. /9287 ft.) and trek to Toktok 2760m./ 9045 ft.) 4 hrs

D-3

Toktok trek to Namche Bazaar 3440m./ 11249 ft.) (6 hrs)

D-4

Acclimatization explore around Khumjung (3780m./ 12361 ft.) or Way to Thamo 3493m./11447 ft. / Thame 3800m./ 12453

D-5

Namche Bazaar trek to Tengboche, 3860m. / 12622 ft.) (6 hrs)

D-6

Tengboche trek to Dingboche, 4410m. /14221 ft.) (6hrs)

D-7

Acclimatization around Dingboche , 4410m. /14221 ft.) trek up to Chhukung (4730m./15500 ft.) (4.30hrs)

D-8

Dingboche trek to Labuche (4910m./ 16056 ft.) (6 hrs)

D-9

Labuche trek to Gorakshep (5140m./ 16808 ft.) (2 and half hrs)

D-10

Early morning hike to Kalapattar (5500m./ 17985 ft.) and back to Gorakshep 3 hrs, Gorakshep and trek to Pheriche 4240m. / 13865 ft.) (6 hrs)

D-11

Pheriche trek to Phortse 3810m. / 12459 t.) (5 hrs)

D-12

Phortse to Manjo (2805m. / 9172 ft.) (4 hrs)

D-13

Manjo to Lukla 2840m, (5hrs)

D-14

Lukla fly to Kathmandu, End of the trek (B L )

D-15

Sightseeing & free day in Kathmandu and farewell dinner

D-16

An Official end of the trip and departure to airport (B)

Additional information

Duration16 Days
GradeChalanging

Map Of Everest Base Camp Trek

DETAILED TREK ITINERARY

D-1

Arrival, hotel transfer & welcome dinner O/N hotel (D) (1350m./ 4414 ft.)

Meet in the airport, receive and welcome with flower garlands and transfer to hotel. Thereafter generally we discuss the things need to do and late afternoon we settle the remaining preparations for the trekking. Then if there is little time left we may go for a short walk around, if not we go for dinner.
D-2
A spectacular flight and a jagged landing on a steep mountain runway brings us to the start of our trek at the village of Lukla [2840m]. After meeting the porters, we head up the DudhKoshiValley.Most of the flights to the mountain region are in the morning due to the strong wind flow in the afternoon, so same to Lukla and we pass through a popular small village of Phakding and head to Toktok.
D-3

Toktok trek to Namche Bazaar 3440m./ 11249 ft.) (6 hrs) O/N lodge (B L D) Easy

We continue north following the DudhKosi river and on to Jorsale where we enter the Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park. It is just a comfortable walk to get ready to climb to Namche Bazaar which starts from the Hillary Bridge. From here it is a short walk to the confluence of two rivers, the lmjaDrangpa (ImjaKhola) and the NangpoTsangpo (BhoteKosi) and cross the Hillary bridge,  followed by a steep climb (for about 2hrs.) to Namche Bazaar, the main town in the Khumbu region. Have to cross about 6 bridges. Namche is a prosperous Sherpa town and an important trading centre with a weekly Saturday market.
D-4

Acclimatization explore around Khumjung (3780m./ 12361 ft.) or Way to Thamo 3493m./11447 ft. / Thame 3800m./ 12453 O/N lodge (B L D). Easy plus 10.04.2017

Namche Bazaar explore around and overnight Namche Bazaar is tucked away between two ridges amongst the giant peaks of the Khumbu. Namche now boasts an abundance of lodges and souvenir shops. It is an ideal place to spend a rest day exploring Thamo 3493m./11447 ft. / Thame 3800m./ 12453 or around  Khumjung (3780m./ 12361 ft.) It is a nice and old village in the region and comparatively, it is a big village. More than this we visit Khunde Hospital and also the one-hour walk up to the Everest View Hotel above Namche for the sunset view of AmaDablam, Nuptse, Lhotse and Everest.
D-5

Namche Bazaar trek to Tengboche, 3860m. / 12622 ft.) (6 hrs) and O/N lodge (B L D) Easy plus

From Namche, the trail contours around the side of the valley, high above the DudhKosi. Now we get our first really good views of the great peaks of the Khumbu including Mt Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and AmaDablam. Passing by several villages and numerous tea shops, we descend steeply to a bridge over the river at PhunkiTenga. The village is an excellent lunch spot, and here we can rest before making the steep climb to Tengboche. Although tiring, the hike up the zigzag path has numerous distractions, with rhododendron bushes, beautiful birds and superb mountain scenery. Tengboche is famous for its legendary monastery, the largest in the Khumbu. We stay near the monastery with Everest, Lhotse and AmaDablam framed in the doorway of our guest house. The last part of the walk is a bit difficult.
D-6

Tengboche trek to Dingboche, 4410m. /14221 ft.) (6hrs) O/N lodge (B L D) Moderate

After breakfast we head up to Dingboche. On the way, the Majestic Amadablam overshadows our day. On the way, we meet a little Sherpa village called Pangbuche and continue to Dingboche overnight. Today we will be in different geography i mean we feel we are in the Himalayan region and this day we feel closer to the mountains so people feel a bit more tried than the previous day and love to take more pictures in every step so of course it might be less than 6 hours but we mentioned 6 hours.
D-7

Acclimatization around Dingboche , 4410m. /14221 ft.) trek up to Chhukung (4730m./15500 ft.) (4.30hrs) O/N lodge (B L D) Moderate

Till Dingboche we walk for nearly1 weeks already, slowly ascent to acclimatize well. We go slowly to Chhukung (4730m./15500 ft.) and back. This is the last village on the route besides some commercial lodges ahead. Also, this is an important day to check themselves by the trekkers whether they are fit to reach the destination of EBC and Kalapatthar or not as it is already at an elevation of 4750m. If there is no problem for everyone and can explore around up to Chhukung and even some more they can build the confidence for the next day. After this, it is a real Adventure and friends are not capable of supporting each other except their guide because they are feeling tired.
D-8

Dingboche trek to Labuche (4910m./ 16056 ft.) (6 hrs) O/N lodge (B L D) Strenuous/Adventurous

We continue up the wide valley beneath the impressive peaks of Cholatse and Tawache on the left. We then turn right and climb more steeply towards the foot of the Khumbu Glacier.At the top of this climb, there are many stone cairns, built as memorials to the many Sherpas who have died while climbing Mt Everest. The path then climbs gently along the glacier, to eventually reach the cluster of houses at Lobuche. An Adventurous day.
D-9

Labuche trek to Gorakshep (5140m./ 16808 ft.) (2 and half hrs) lunch and trek to Everest base camp (5380m. / 17592 ft.) and back Gorakshep O/N lodge (B L D)) Strenuous/Adventurous

We continue our trek along the Khumbu Glacier and all the beautiful and completely different geography and reach to Gorakshep, the way from Lobuche to Gorakshep till Everest Base Camp is same type and we are so close to glaciers and Himalaya. Lunch at Gorakshep. Walk to base camp and back would require about 5-6 hours, following the Khumbu glacier, sometimes on moraine and sometimes on the glacier itself. The walk is especially interesting for the views of the 15-meter-high series of ice, a feature peculiar to Himalayan glaciers. The base camp of the highest mountain in the world is mostly inhabited by several expeditions all over the world. Back to Gorekshep. Bit long and Adventurous day.Afternoon is free rest or explore around
D-10
Wake up early morning. The sunrise colours begin to appear on Everest, we make our way to the top of one of the finest viewpoints in the Everest region, Kalapattar. The best viewpoint of the region and the place closest view of Mount Everest and more. Back to Gorakshep and take breakfast then continue to Today is downhill most of the way, as we retrace our steps to Duglha and descend to Pheriche. The Himalayan Rescue Association have a trekkers aid post here and it is quite interesting to visit. Real Adventurous day.
D-11

Pheriche trek to Phortse 3810m. / 12459 t.) (5 hrs) O/N lodge (B L D) Easy

We continue to follow the river and, walk through a very sloppy trail and the stream seem so deep down. We reach to have our lunch in Phorste. The way we are taking is from the upper part of Pangboche to reach Phortse. This is a very beautiful Sherpa village with a small jungle situated between the way to Gokyo Lake and the way to Everest Base Camp.
D-12

Phortse to Manjo (2805m. / 9172 ft.) (4 hrs) O/N lodge (B L D) Easy

From Phortse we descend to the bridge over the DudhKosi at Phunki where there are water driven prayer wheels, then climb and contour around the hillside to Namche. The first part of the walk is a bit step up and difficult. After Namche, the way descends to Manjo. Now we are taking the same way back. It will take about 5 hours of trekking.
D-13

Manjo to Lukla 2840m, (5hrs) O/N lodge (B L D) Easy

From Manjo the trail descends steeply by crossing many small villages like Chamuwa, ThuloGumela, Bangkar by following the same river of DudhKoshi. Thereafter we reached and Passed the village of Phakding (2610m) where we spent an overnight on day 02. As we are already the last part of our trekking and it is already lowland as well everyone feels easy and dreams of better food and accommodation in Kathmandu. Bypassing the village Ghat, Choplung, Chaunrikharka we reach Lukla an end of happy trekking.
D-14

Lukla fly to Kathmandu, End of the trek (B L )

Early morning flight to Kathmandu. Even sometimes due to the weather conditions, we have to wait some time in the airport. Afternoon free to tour around Kathmandu
D-15

Sightseeing & free day in Kathmandu and farewell dinner O/N hotel (B D)

Guide and transport are included. Lunch by yourself.  Well, in Kathmandu there are so many world heritage sites including ancient places, many Hindu temples, Bouddha Stupas and Gompas. with all these, we can see our old civilisation. We have many pilgrimage sites.
D-16

An Official end of the trip and departure to airport (B)

Everest Trek dates and prices

Private Groups – Chose your own Dates

Trek Starts From Katmandu-Full Board Basis.

BEST SEASON DATES PRICE DEPOSIT REGISTRATION
APR-MAY MAY US$ 1,850 US $ 370 BOOK NOW
JUN-JULY MAY US$ 1,850 US $ 370 BOOK NOW
AUG-SEP JUN US$ 1,850 US $ 370 BOOK NOW
OCT-NOV JUL US$ 1,850 US $ 370 BOOK NOW

Private groups, please choose your dates. Group Discounts are Available so please contact us before booking. Your Guide will Meet and Greet you at the Katmandu International Airport, will stay with you throughout the Journey and see you off at Katmandu Airport. Our Guides are experienced and licensed by the Government.

Please be aware that there are often only a limited number of seats available at the advertised price, particularly for fixed departures. We recommend that you book as early as possible, especially during peak times. If we are unable to secure seats at the price shown, we will contact you with an alternative quote.

BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE – NO SURCHARGE GUARANTEE:

The price of our holidays can change depending on a variety of factors but unlike some other tour operators, Trango Adventure have undertaken to guarantee the price of your holiday will not change after you have booked. The price when you book is the price you will pay, whether you are booking for this year or the next. Book early to avoid any tour price increases, get the best flight prices and take advantage of our ‘No Surcharge Guarantee’. Trango Adventure is a Government-licensed and bonded tour operator to follows the strict Regulations set by the Tourism Department.

We accept Bank Transfers, PayPal and all major Credit & debit Cards.

Everest Base Camp Trek Cost Includes

  • Airport Pick and Drop in Kathmandu by Private Vehicle.
  • Welcome and Farewell dinner with cultural program.
  • 4 Nights Tourist Standard Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu with B/B basis.
  • Half-day guided city tour with entrance permit.
  • Round Flight ticket for Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu with airport TAX.
  • Standard Lodge Accommodation (best available) with twin sharing basis during the trek.
  • Full Board Meals (3 Meals a day) while on the trek.
  • Trekking Permit and Trekker’s Information Management System (TIMS) card fees.
  • Professional & highly expert government licensed holder Trekking Guide.
  • 2:1 Porters to carry luggage.
  • All expenses of the staff (Guides/Porters) that include Food, Accommodation, Salary, Insurance, and Equipment during your travel period.
  • All the necessary trekking gear for porters like jacket /trousers, trekking shoes, gloves, shocks, sunglasses etc.
  • Friends Adventure Team’s Sleeping Bag, Walking Poles and Duffel Bag, are to be returned after the trip is completed.
  • Comprehensive First Aid Kit.
  • Arrangement of all rescue and evacuation promptly, in the Worst Condition
  • Group Trekking Gears.
  • Trekking Map, Friends Adventure Team’s special Souvenir.

Everest Base Camp Trek Cost Excludes

  • Meals in Kathmandu.
  • Any packed food/snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water, alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutria-bars.
  • All desserts, sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding.
  • Items of a personal nature, Laundry Expenses.
  • Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking Gears.
  • Any additional staff other than specified.
  • Medical and Travel Insurance and Emergency rescue by any means of Transportation including Helicopter evacuation if required.
  • Rescue, Repatriation, Medicines, Medical Tests and Hospitalization expenses.
  • Airfare of international flights.
  • Nepal entry visa fee (Visa issuance is easy at the arrival).
  • Gratuities to guide, porters and driver (Not mandatory but expected as customary thank you for the service).
  • Any other item not included in the “Cost Includes” Section.

MEAL PLAN

Fully inclusive of all meals throughout, from lunch on Day 1 to breakfast on the last Day.

ACCOMMODATION 

During this trip, the group will spend all nights in good standard hotels and Tents. Accommodation at each of these hotels and tents is twin-sharing with en-suite facilities. If you are travelling by yourself you will be paired with another single client of the same sex. It is possible to hire a single room for an additional cost. Additional hotel nights in Islamabad are also available. For hotel prices and single supplement costs please contact us. Hotels are subject to availability and prices may vary.

HEALTH & VACCINATION

You should contact your doctor or travel clinic to check whether you specifically require any vaccinations or other preventive measures. You should be up to date with routine courses and boosters as recommended in the UK e.g. diphtheria-tetanus-polio and measles-mumps-rubella), along with hepatitis A and typhoid. A certificate of yellow fever vaccination is required if travelling from countries with a risk of yellow fever transmission and for travellers having transited for more than 12 hrs through an airport of a country with a risk of yellow fever transmission. On holidays to more remote areas, you should also have a dentist check-up. A good online resource is Travel Health Pro. Dengue fever is a known risk in places visited. It is a tropical viral disease spread by daytime-biting mosquitoes. There is currently no vaccine or prophylaxis available and therefore the best form of prevention is to avoid being bitten. We recommend you take precautions to avoid mosquito bites

INSURANCE

We highly recommend that you have adequate travel insurance for your trip with Trango Adventure. We recognise the complexity and variety of choices in the insurance market and know that many of you either have your preferred insurer or have annual multi-trip cover in place already. If this is the case, please ensure that your insurer is aware of your Trango Adventure itinerary and can agree to cover the activities being undertaken.

Trango Adventure does not provide any advice on travel insurance, although it is highly recommended that you have travel insurance which covers the activities which you are likely to be undertaking on your holiday.

It is strongly recommended that suitable cancellation insurance is purchased at the time of booking as all deposits (Royalty Fees) for Expedition are non-refundable and non-transferable.

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GROUP LEADER & SUPPORTING STAFF

The group will be led by an experienced Mountain Guide. During the trek, the group will be accompanied by a full support crew.

ALTITUDE

This holiday involves going to high altitudes. During the course of your trip, you will be above 4000 metres for 1-2 days. This is not something that you should worry about; the human body is quite capable of adapting to a very wide range of altitudes, but it is important that we follow some simple rules in order to acclimatise successfully. Before coming on this holiday you should get some basic advice on Tours at high altitudes.

CLIMATE

From mid June to August, we can expect to encounter temperatures as high as 40°C at Katmandu and 25°C in The Mountain Region. Weather is generally good throughout the summer season, with clear skies and little rain or snow. However, weather in mountainous areas is difficult to predict, and short-lived storms can occur at any time.

PASSPORT & VISSAS

A passport with 6 months remaining validity at the end of your stay is generally required for visits to countries outside the EU. The information that we provide is for UK passport holders. Please check the relevant embassy or consulate for other nationalities. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct travel documents and visas for your holiday. Visa requirements and charges are subject to change without notice. If you are travelling outside the EU you should have at least 2 blank pages in your passport for each country that you visit.

EQUIPMENT  LIST

The following checklist should help you with your packing. As a general rule, you should always try to keep the weight of your equipment to a minimum. The packed weight of your trek bag whilst trekking including your sleeping bag and mattress should be no more than 18.5 kg. This limit which is set by the porters is strictly enforced and bags will be weighed before setting off on trek. Anything not required on the trek can be left at the group hotel in Islamabad. Please note that your mountaineering equipment will be packed into additional, communal kitbags at the start of the trekking and this equipment will not be part of your personal 18.5 kg weight limit.

We will send you a list of detailed items closer to your Holiday departure.

Please do drop us an email at [email protected] if you need more information regarding “Everest Base Camp Trek”.

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