About this experience
Trekking to Everest Base Camp is one of the most popular activities among people who visit Nepal for a holiday. A breath-taking flight to Lukla airport, stunning Himalayan scenery, the world’s biggest desert-like glaciers, high thrilling trekking passes and warm, hospitable Sherpa culture together with hundreds of years old monasteries are main attractions of Everest Base Camp Trekking.
The trek starts after an adventurous and thrilling flight to Lukla. The flight itself gives an impressive impression of great mountain views (and heart-stopping approach and landing !) and the trek will take you through wide areas of stunning landscapes, ethnic settlements, years old Buddhist monasteries at Monjo, Namche, Tengboche and Panboche, and ultimately to the midst of towering peaks.
This is moderate to difficult level trekking suitable for people above average fitness level. Anyone who is able to walk about 6 - 7 hours each day is open to join this hike.
At a glance
- Duration: 360 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 360 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- Experienced English speaking, government licensed and ministry of tourism trained trekking guide
- Everest National Park Entry Permit
- Assistant trekking guide for groups over 6 people with meals, accommodation, salary and insurance
- Trekkers Information Management System [TIMS] registration card
- Lunch
- Necessary paper works, all government and local taxes, company service charges
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Down jacket, four seasonal sleeping bag, duffel bag (to be returned after trip completion)
- Strong experienced Sherpa helpers [porters] with meals, accommodation, salary and insurance
- Comprehensive first aid medical kit carried by the guide
- Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu domestic airline tickets including for the guide
- Airport pickup and drop services on a private vehicle including before and after the trek
Not included
- International airfare, Nepal visa fees, travel and medical insurance, emergency evacuation
- Personal nature expenses ( bars and beverage bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, tidbits etc. )
- Costs arising from natural calamities, mishaps or anything beyond our control
- Services not mentioned in 'Services Includes' section
Itinerary and highlights
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Meeting and pickup information
- We will pick all travelers from the airport on their arrival.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Himalayan Leisure, Inc.
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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