Overview

The Everest Base Camp Trek is a world-famous and popular trekking route in the Himalayas of Nepal. Trekking to Everest Base Camp is a lifetime adventure that takes you to the base Camp Mt. Everest at 5,357 m altitude and explores Sherpa traditional villages enriched with Buddhist culture and custom.

Trek to Everest Base Camp gives the wonderful experience of Tibetan culture in high elevation, pleasantly colorful views of rhododendron fir forests, and massive outstanding Himalayas views, including the world’s highest peak, Mt. Everest.

Everest Base Camp Trekking is a place to visit inside the preserved Sagarmatha National Park (est. 1976), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. To take part in this remarkable adventure, the Sagarmatha National Park Permit and Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit are mandatory.

Trekking to Everest Base Camp, or EBC An exciting 40-minute flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, After landing at Lukla, you will join the mainstream trekking of the Everest Base Camp Trek and make your way toward Phakding Village. Then, moving along the high-altitude points of this trek, you will trek across the beautiful settlements of the region, like Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, and Lobuche. Gorakshep and arrive at Base Camp at last.

We, Adventure Great Himalaya,  Offer you a  15-day Everest Base Camp trek itinerary, it is best itinerary that you will completely take care of your  plans from the day of your arrival to departure. Designed for both beginners and experienced trekkers, in this exciting exploration, trekkers will spend 11 nights at the tea houses on the mountain, which will also include the two acclimatization days. So, the trekkers won’t have a hard time acclimatizing to the new altitude and will be able to fully enjoy the experience with enough rest periods.

During this 15-day EBC trekking, you will get two acclimatization days to adapt effectively to the increasing altitudes at Namche and Dingboche. From Lobuche, you will ascend to an altitude of over 5,000 meters as you ascend to Gorakshep and the hike to Everest Base Camp. But your trekking adventure doesn’t end at the base camp; you will also do a morning hike to the Kalapatthar, the highest point of this trek, which is at an altitude of 5,545 meters (18,192 feet) from sea level.

Hike  Everest Base Camp with Adventure Great Himalaya Treks and Expedition is a wonderful way to experience the magnificence of the Everest region without the need to worry about anything. We will take care of everything from the daily health check-ups to see how well you are acclimatizing and trip safety to the logistic details like food, accommodation, permits, and transport. As an industry-leading expert with over a decade of experience, we guarantee a memorable, comfortable, and safe trekking experience.

Highlight Of Everest Base Camp Trek

•  Hiking  to Base Camp  of the  World Highest Peak Mount Everest
• Spectacular views of the mountain ranges such as Mt. Everest, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku, Mt. Makalu, Mt.  Lhotse, and many more.
• Exploring the Sagarmatha National Park, UNESCO world heritage site.
• Walking to Khumbu ice fall and glacier along the way to the Everest Base Camp.
• Exploring the oldest monastery of the Everest region, Tengboche Monastery.
• Exploring Sherpa communities.
• Climb to  Kala Patthar (5545 m) Overview of Mount Everest Sunrise and Sunset View

Everest Base  Camp Trek Cost

The EBC Trek  Cost depend on Length of Trekking itinerary and  services you take,  Here In Our 15 Days Everest Base Camp tour Package Cost USD  1600 Per person, this   package inclusive  hotel accommodation in Kathmandu, all ground transport  ,Meals,  permit, Guide , porter, lukla flight and   Twin  lodge accommodation.

We have Group discount policy , if you travel with 4 to 8 people group, the price is USD 1500 Per person and  the Lowest  Price we offer USD 1450 per person for above the 12 people group. Contact us for more discount if you are group leader or Tour Operator.

Everest Base Camp Trek Difficulties

Trekking to Everest Base Camp is straightforward with a good and wide path, walking 6 or 7 hours each day from 7 am after breakfast till 3 or 4 pm. Anyone who is reasonably fit will be able to complete this trek. There are no specific exercises for the trek, but some cardiovascular training is always recommended. You should start cycling, hiking, swimming, climbing, or hill walking at least two weeks before the trek.

The trek has a complete itinerary of 15 days and is therefore fit for those who have a long holiday planned and want to trek at a leisurely pace. The long trekking days also ensure that all the trekkers are properly acclimatized and relaxed even with a long day of trekking.

The risk of altitude sickness is always present. If you are taking some medication, you should consult your doctor for advice for trekking in such high-altitude regions. A right level of fitness will make the trek pleasant and comfortable.

Here is more information about the EBC Trek difficulty.

Best Time to  Trek Everest Base Camp

Arguably, the best time to trek to Everest Base Camp is the autumn season of September to November. The trek to Everest base camp from late September to November has many perks.

Some of the major highlights of the trek include the spectacular view of the mountains, moderate trekking temperatures, and unobstructed views of the mountains. There might be some instances of unfavorable conditions, which is quite common. The weather around the Everest Base Camp is quite unpredictable in comparison.

The amount of precipitation is quite less in lower elevations, and snowfall is less as you move higher along the trail. You should always check for weather conditions before you start the trek and prepare accordingly.

Besides this, the small window from March to May is also a great time to trek the Everest region. The trails look beautiful, and the rhododendron flowers bloom well over the hills, painting the hills red and pink. The Everest region has an excellent climate and weather, and the moderate temperatures make for a great trekking experience.

Everest Base camp Trek Itinerary -15 Days

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Everest Base Camp Trek Route

There are generally two trekking routes for the Mount Everest Base Camp Trek: North Base Camp [5,150 meters/16,896 feet] on the Chinese side and South Base Camp [5,364 meters/17,598 feet] on the Nepali side.

The trekking to Everest Base Camp on the Nepal side is more popular than the Chinese side. Due to the complex permit system on the Chinese side, most trekkers prefer to do the trek to the southern base camp.

The incredible natural allurements, wide Himalayan vistas, diverse landscape in the trekking journey, Himalayan flora & fauna, and the culturally enthralling experience on the Nepali side attract thousands of trekkers every year.

This exciting, highest base camp journey in the world starts from Lukla [2,827 meters/9,274 feet] and passes through the high-altitude settlements of the Everest region, like Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Lobuche, and Gorakshep, before the final hike to Everest Base Camp.

Adventure Great Himalaya Company also offers an immersive experience on the classical route of the Everest Base Camp Trek. The traditional trekking route to the base camp used to start from Jiri; however, for a more convenient approach, the start point in an alternative trekking route has been moved to Phaplu.

You will be able to drive directly to Phaplu from Kathmandu and follow the gradually ascending route to join the mainstream route at Lukla.

EBC Trek  Altitude Sickness & prevention

Typically, Trek  to Everest takes you above 5000m elevation. So, altitude-related sickness is the most common problem you face during this journey.

Most travelers think AMS occurs when you travel above 3500 m, and this trip begins from 2800 m altitude. So, the chances of altitude sickness are high during Everest Base Camp Tour.

Headache, vomiting, nausea, dizziness, shortness of breath are some of the usual signs of altitude-related sickness. If you start to detect any of the symptoms, inform your guide and follow their instructions.

When suffering from AMS, do not continue the trek; instead, stay in the same destination or head to lower areas.

Trekking to Everest Base Camp is not an easy journey, but with some tips, you can make it a bit easier:

• Do not consume alcohol or smoke cigarettes
• Avoid eating meats in this trek as they are not fresh and hygienic.
• Keep yourself hydrated by drinking 3 to 4 liters of water each day.
• Walk slow and steady while covering 10 to 15 km each day.

 Everest Base Camp Trekking Permit

Without trekking permits, you cannot complete your Everest Base Camp Tour journey. So, for this trip, you are required to carry two permits: Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit and Khumbu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit.

Khumbu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit costs NRP 2000; $20 (for all visitors). Likewise, Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit costs NRP 3000; $30 (for Foreigner) and NRP 1500; $15 (for SAARC).

Everest Base Camp Trek  Distance

The Everest Base Camp Trek, one of the iconic treks in the world, is about 130 km long in total. That means while you trek toward Everest Base Camp, you will cover 65 km. And 65 km more while returning from Everest Base Camp. You must cover a 130 km distance to complete it, starting and ending at Lukla.

The Everest Base Camp Trek distance is easy, moderate, or difficult. It depends on your experience level and preparation. If you have been on similar treks in the Himalayas, the trek’s distance is okay.

However, it can be a bit demanding and massive for beginners. You have to cover a distance of 15 km per day on average. The trail is rough, rocky, steep, slippery, and sometimes descends. The conditions might slow you down. Otherwise, 15 km a day is relatively easy. You’ll have around 6-10 hours daily to cover that distance. Come well-prepared to cover an average of 15 km per day. And you will have a walk of life.

  Required EBC Trek Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is mandatory if you want to begin your Everest Base Camp trek in Nepal. It is because no one can predict what mishaps can happen in the mountains, so having insurance covers these issues.

While choosing a company, make sure their plan covers all medical and travel problems like altitude sickness, emergency rescue, sprained ankle, and more. The insurance plan should be able to give you facilities like helicopter rescue, clinical attention, air ambulance, and so on.

Most importantly, many insurance companies do not cover treks above 4000 m, so make sure your cover trips above 5000 m altitude. With travel insurance, you can complete your expedition with no worries.

Tip for  Guide, Porter EBC Trek

Tipping is a lovely gesture to service providers around the world. And it is no new in Nepal’s trekking trails. After loving the service of their guides and porters, trekkers want to offer some tips to them. Tipping is not compulsory, but it can surely make your porter and guide’s day. It is all your choice.

As it is optional, there is no exact number for tipping. You can give as much as you like. Still, if we have to help with how much to offer, we would suggest you a suggestion. If your trek is ten days long, you can give them around USD 10 to 15 per day as a tip. So you can use this rate to tip your guide or porter. That is a standard tip amount. If you can give more or less, that is no problem.

There is no need to tip your team every day. You can just complete the trip and pay them at last. Make sure the given amount goes into the hands of the right people. You can use an envelope to give a gratuity.

EBC Trekking Hot Shower Facility

Almost 95% of tea houses and lodges have a hot shower facility during the EBC trek. In lower areas like Namche, Phakding, you can quickly get a hot bucket or tap shower at a low price. However, the hot showers are expensive as you ascend above to Dingboche, Gorak Shep, Tengboche, etc. Getting running water is a challenge in the upper region, so bucket water is better.

Extra Money Beyond Package for EBC Trek?

Even though our package covers most of your costs like meals during the trek, accommodation, Guide, Porter, Lukla flight etc., it doesn’t cover your personal bills. So, you need to carry extra cash to pay for your beverages, restaurants, snacks, souvenirs, hot showers, and more.

Each day you might spend about $15 to $20, depending on your spending habits. So, carry the equivalent money for payment as the shops in the mountains do not accept visa cards or e-payment.

Toiletry and Room

Basically, Everest Base Camp Trek is a tea house trip, so all the accommodations provide simple facilities. The rooms are primarily twin-sharing, so you have to share them with other travelers. Each room consists of beds, pillows, and blankets, but they are warm and cozy.
As for the toilets, you find attached bathrooms in lower regions, but you only find shared bathrooms as you keep ascending.

Everest Base camp Trek Packing  List

For the Everest base camp trek, The following Items are recommended  for every trekker ,  This List is only for Guide. There are numerous option brands and versions of each piece of equipment. EBC Trek Packing list

 EBC Trek Booking & Cancellation

Before preparing for your treks, you should carefully read the booking terms and conditions. If you wish to book your trip with us you should send a completed booking form and a scan of your passport along with a 20% amount of the  trip.when you pay  deposit then your trip is confirmed.

The trip deposit can pay by online,  or  pay directly through the bank, they impose a service charge. Please note that the initial booking deposit is not refundable if you cancel 45 days prior to departure

The remaining balance, you need to pay after arriving in Nepal. It is to be paid in USD or Nepalese rupees in cash before your departure. If you pay via debit or credit card, an additional fee of 13% will be charged to cover the tax and vat.

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Why EBC Trekking With Adventure Great Himalaya- Company

Adventure Great Himalaya  Is  one of The well-know Everest base camp Trek Company in Nepal, The Agency  has been leading the Nepali trekking market as an expert for over a decade and houses expertise with over two decades of experience. In terms of quality of services and amenities, comfort, safety, and best value experience, you will be a leap ahead of other trekkers.

We are also an authentic Nepal-based trekking company and have been collaborating with the local experts of the region to add more enrich your overall experience. If you are planning to book the trek from foreign trekking companies, they don’t have the permit to organize the trip on their own and have to book services with a government-licensed company in Nepal.

So, you will only be paying the extra intermediaries fees for the same packages. Booking our services will ensure that you won’t need to pay any extra commission to a third party and will be able to enjoy an incredible excursion at the best-value cost.

Benefits of Hiring Services of Adventure Great Himalaya

• Trek packages designed to emphasize the utmost safety and comfort of the trekkers
• Best value price in the market
• Expert guides, government-licensed and with relevant number of experience
• Free airport pick-up and drop-off facilities
• Arrangement of sleeping bag and down jacket if necessary
• Free porter with 15kg weight limit per trekker
• Small group sizes allocation for a more immersive experience
• Customizable itinerary plans befitting your needs
• Transparent pricing and an extensive set of inclusions
• 24/7 available customer service and flexibility in itinerary adjustments
• Operation at a wide range of destinations
• Post trekking support
• Authentic testimonials and positive reviews

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