Everest Base Camp Trek
Everest Base Camp Trek
Everest Base Camp Trek
14 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu
Visiting: International Terminal, Phakding, Namche Bazar, Syangboche Marg, Tyangboche, Dingboche, Chukhung, EBC Path, Gorakshep, Pheriche, Lukla, Kathmandu
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AAH-01
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 15
Physical rating:
Medium
Age range:
15-60
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat
Tour operated in:
English , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Tour Overview
Everest Base Camp Tour is very much renowned trekking in the world. It is the base camp of the world's highest peak, Mt. Everest. Millions of the trekkers visit the base camp every year. The journey to Everest Base Camp starts from a short twin otter flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. The first day, we stay at an elevation of2610m, and from the next day every day, it will be gaining. By reaching Namche we can see the astonishing mountain views, and also feels the thin air. Namche Bazaar is the main trading town of the region, it lies in the wonderful curve landscapes. In this trekking program, there are altogether two resting days, which is also known as the acclimatization days. First in Namche Bazaar, where we gain an elevation above the 3000m and the second one is in Dingboche. Dingboche valley and acclimatization days are about 4500m from the sea level. And, finally, reaching Everest Base Camp and following morning hike up to Kalapathar ends the climax and continuously back to Lukla. The next morning we fly back to Kathmandu and finish the trip. It is the 12 days trekking of the Everest region in the standard itinerary.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Kathmandu
Location: International Terminal
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: No Meals
Today, you are arriving in Kathmandu. Our airport representative will transfer you to the hotel.
Day 2 : Phakding
Location: Phakding
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge/ Guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning you will flyt to Lukla and trek to Phakding. It is about 3hours walking from Lukla (2840m) to Phakding (2610m)
Day 3 : Trek To Namche Bazaar (3441M)
Location: Namche Bazar
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge/ Guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast in the lodge, we move forward to Namche Bazaar (3441m). First we walk along the bank of Dhudhkoshi River and steeply climb up to get Namche Bazaar. It is about 6-7 hours walking time.
Day 4 : Acclimatization Day- Hike Up To Syangboche, Khumjung
Location: Syangboche Marg
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge/ Guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, we are in the acclimatization day, so in the morning we hike up to Syangboche airport, Everest View Point and Khumjug Village. Today we will reach at the elevation of 3380m which is similar to Tengboche Hill.
Day 5 : Trek To Tengboche Hill (3880M)
Location: Tyangboche
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge/ Guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we trek towards Tengboche Hill. First hours we walk in almost flat trail and then down to river and climb up to get Tengboche Hill. It is famous for the Monastery which can be spotted from the top of the Everest.
Day 6 : Trek To Dingboche Valley
Location: Dingboche
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge/ Guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we reach Dingboche (4350m) Valley by crossing Pangboche village. It is a largest valley to the region and also a leaving point for Island Peak. First we descending to Dibuche and climb up to Dingboche.
Day 7 : Acclimatization Day- Hike Up To Chhukung Valley
Location: Chukhung
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge/Guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is another acclimatization day of the itinerary. To acclimatize our body we hike up to Chhukung Valley, which is also the meeting point for Island Peak Base Camp. In the Chhukung climbers choose and fit the climbing gears.
Day 8 : Trek To Lobuche
Location: EBC Path
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge/ Guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After having breakfast, we move towards to Lobuche town. Along the trail we walk just above the Pheriche valley and cross the mermorial pass. Today we walk around 7hrs to get Lobuche.
Day 9 : Trek To Gorakshep And Everest Base Camp
Location: Gorakshep
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge/ Guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, we are heading to the final destination
Day 10 : Hike Up To Kalapathar And Trek Down To Pheriche
Location: Pheriche
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge/ Guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, we early wakeup and hike up to Kalapathar (5555m). From the top we can see enormous Mt. Everest in very close. After taking some moment and photographs trek down to Gorakshep. Have breakfast and down to Pheriche.
Day 11 : Trek Down To Namche Bazaar
Location: Namche Bazar
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge/ Guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We are in descending mode of trek. Today we trek down to Namche Bazaar. It is about 7-8 hour walking from Pheriche to Namche.
Day 12 : Finally, Trek Back To Lukla
Location: Lukla
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge/ Guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Finally, after completing Everest Base Camp trek we back to Lukla. At evening have some cheers with trekking crews and finishes the trek program.
Day 13 : Fly Back To Kathmandu.
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Finally, we are leaving Lukla and getting to Kathmandu. Our 12days trip over here.
Day 14 : Final Departure
Location: International Terminal
Meals Included: Breakfast
Trip officially ends here. Your guide will drop at the Airport.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Hotel in the cities Mountain Lodges/ Guesthouse in the mountain
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Airport Transfers at Destination
We will pick up and drop from our international airport.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
First arrival and final departure in Tribhuwan International Airport.
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Ground transportation as per itinerary Kathmandu- Lukla- Kathmandu flights
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
All domestic ground and air transportation.
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Entrance Fees
National Park fee, Government Fess
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
You will get free Wi-Fi at Cities hotel
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Fully Guided
From the client's arrival to your final departure
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Local Taxes
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Meals – Breakfast Only
Meals breakfast only in the city
What's Not Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
All drinks including bottled/boiled water along the trekking route
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Personal to
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International airfare to and from Nepal.
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Visa fees and travel insurance.
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Meals – Half Board
Lunch and dinner in the city.
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Personal trekking gears/equipment.
Check out our Q&As
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes, most of the hotel do have Wi-fi facility. You can use Wi-fi freely in Kathmandu but moutain may be take some charges.
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
May charge single supplement but decieded
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What sort of ground transportation you use?
Normally we assign a car up to 2 person and Jeeps for up to 5 persons and then Micro Bus for up to 14 persons and Coaster and Bus depending on group size. There are some trekking routes, which are dirt road for them, we assign 4WD Jeeps.
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Are the treks and tours secured? What about the security?
Provide the security to our clients is principal of us. The government licensed holder guides and other crew members are carefully chosen for your trip. Even though, would like to counsel you to take care of your personal equipment, bags. If you're doing a teahouse trek your accommodation will be arranged in a local guesthouse, where you have
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When is the best season for treks in Nepal?
From March to mid of June and September to December is the best season for treks.
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Have you licensed trekking/travel agency?
Yes, we are registered under the Government of Nepal, Travel and Tourism Ministry. For more please visit Legal Documents.
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Does your guide/porter speak English?
Definitely they speak English. All the guides are professional and due to the professionalism they speak good English. The guide’s English is enough to explain about the local culture, activities, and religions.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, that depends on the tour that you booking.
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Should I need to join the group?
Joining in a group is depending on your booking method, if you have booked for Private Trip then you will not join. Otherwise, normally the same trip is departing in a same day then the group will be joined.
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What is the fitness required for the treks?
Generally the treks of Nepal required the good physical and health condition, and also able to walk 4- 7hrs in day at high altitude.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
You will have a professional tour guide.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
1. Negative results from a PCR test obtained within 72 hours 2. Pre-arrival Visa Is required. We will assist you to get.
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What are the procedures to book the trip?
After choosing the trip that you want to do, then follow the link Booking form. Once when you submit the form you will get email, and you need to make a deposit to confirm the trip.
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Are the staffs insured of your company?
Yes, all the staffs and crew members are the insured. Visit Insurance Policy.
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Do you peak me up at the Airport upon my arrival?
Yes, our airport representative welcomes you at airport and transfer to the hotel in a private tourist vehicle.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, you can not.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You will receive detailed service voucher.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change but you have to informed at a week before.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2015
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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