About this experience
Everest base camp is the one of the adventurous trek rout on earth with its altitude of 5364 meter or 17,594 feet on course of crowning Mt. Everest (world’s highest peak). The trek is best way to experience Nepali Himalayan culture, people and witness the world tallest Mountain. The trek starts with the flight from Kathmandu to the Lukla Airport and follows the Dudh Kosi valley and climbs up to the gate-way of Everest Namche Bazar (3440m) a Sherpa territory in two days. Namche Bazzar has government offices, ATMs, Internet cafes, shops, restaurants, a bakery and a colorful market. we acclimatize by spending day in Namche, Khumjung and Khunde Valley. We then trek another two days to Dingboche, 4,260 metres (13,980 ft) before resting for another day for further acclimatization. Another two days we takes us to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep, the flat field below Kala Patthar, 5,545 metres (18,192 ft) and Mt. Pumori. Then we walk back to Lukla in 4 days to fly Kathmandu.
At a glance
- Duration: 336 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 336 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
- The Following list is only for general ideas, The guide will carry forst aid kits and we provide sleeping bags from office and quilt and blanket in tea houses.
- Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F
What is included
- Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu by flight with airport taxes.
- 2 nights three star Hotel in Kathmandu (Hotel Bliss International or similar category) with Breakfast.
- Welcome dinner and Farewell dinner.
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Accommodation in local lodge or tea house during trek with all meals.
- All airport Pickup/Drop.
- Breakfast
- Sleeping bag and Trekking map (sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
- An experienced, English speaking and government licensed trek leader and professional insured porter (1 porter for 2 guets) their salary, meal, accommodation, domestic airfare & insurance.
- All Government taxes and official expenses for trekking
Not included
- Nepal visa fee (bring small denomination cash USD and two passport photographs
- International Airfare
- Travel & Health Insurance – Emergency Helicopter Rescue Insurance (Most recommended)
- Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu.
- Any alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, boiled & mineral water, beverages etc during the trek.
- Tipping for related staffs
- Hot shower, battery charges (available in trek with extra cost or free in some lodges)
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
- Any other cost, which is not mentioned in cost includes items as above
- Tips for Guide, Porter and Driver.
Itinerary and highlights
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Meeting and pickup information
- The second day we fly to lukla by 6:30 am, so we will leave Hotel by 5:30 am in the Morning.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Walk Mountain Pvt Ltd.
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The Following list is only for general ideas, The guide will carry forst aid kits and we provide sleeping bags from office and quilt and blanket in tea houses.
- Diamox (Drugs for altitude sickness if encase)
- Water purified pills
- Sun hat or scarf
- Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Lower Body:
- Lightweight cotton long pants/ Hiking shorts
- Fleece or wool pants (seasonal)
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
- Feet
- Thin, lightweight inner socks
- Thick, warm wool hiking socks
- Hiking boots with spare laces
- Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)
- Upper Body:
- T-shirts
- Fleece jacket or pullover
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
- Down vest and/or jacket
- Hands:
- Lightweight gloves
- Accessories:
- Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F
- Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries
- Trekking Bags/Duffel bag
- Basic First Aid Kit
- Large plastic bags for keeping items dry inside trek bag
- Trekking Poles
- Water bottles
- Toiletries (it’s up to your comfort lable)
- 1 medium sized quick drying towel
- Tooth brush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
- Multipurpose soap (preferably biodegradable)
- Deodorants
- Nail clippers
- Face and body moisturizer
- Feminine hygiene products
- Small mirror
- Personal Hygiene (it’s up to your comfort lable):
- Wet wipes (baby wipes)
- Tissue /toilet roll
- Anti bacterial hands wash
- Extras/Luxuries (it’s up to your comfort lable)
- Binoculars (optional)
- Reading book
- Journal & Pen
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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