| Trip code | HH-EBC-HK-12 |
| Package name | Everest Base Camp Hike 12 Days |
| Duration | 12 |
| Max. elevation | 5545 m |
| Level | DIFFICULT |
| Transportation | Ground and Domestic flight service. |
| Accomodation | Hotel in Kathmandu and Best available lodge/Guesthouse on the trek. |
| Starts at | Kathmandu |
| Ends at | Kathmandu |
| Trip route | Kathmandu-Manthali\Lukla- Namche- Tengboche- Everest Base Camp- Kathmandu. |
| Cost | USD 1,398 per person |
"Hike up to Everest Base Camp (5360m) and let your dream come true to witness the closest view of Mt. Everest "
Everest Base Camp Hike Video
Everest Base Camp Hike is a moderate to challenging hike up to Everest Base Camp ( 5364m) and Kalapatthar ( 5545m) to see astonishing Mt Everest and other neighboring mountain summits.
Yes, everyone dreams of stepping into Everest Base Camp, the highest mountain base camp in the world and they make Everest Base Camp Hike their bucket list whenever they are favored by the time and the budget, they go for it and accomplish it. They relish it and celebrate the victories and triumphs. We begin this legendary moderately challenging hike either directly from Kathmandu or from Manthali. If we choose to fly directly to Lukla, we can begin the formal hike from Lukla and if you choose to drive to Manthali, then, take another short flight to Lukla and then begin hiking towards Phakding town.
We hike through Sagarmatha National Park, the national park located at the highest elevation of the world and also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, explore it and enjoy the diverse flora and fauna. Want to learn comprehensively about Everest Base Camp Hike: Trip to Everest Base Camp- All You Require to Know Further Everest Base Camp Hike takes you through various local settlements which are inhabited by Sherpa People with rich culture and civilization. The towns like Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche and Gorekhshep are incredible to explore and stay with local Sherpa people with local items of food and accommodation before u reach Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar.
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Most importantly, you will be astonished to see the Khumbu ice-fall/ Glacier and the mountain views including Mt. Everest, Mt. Pumori, Makalu, Nupse, Loa Tse and many other minor and major mountain summits in the region.
These 12 days Everest Base Camp Hike are technically designed with all required acclimatization days at the highest elevation and exploration days for the comfort and luxury of the hikers. Our hiking team will be very professional and carry out this Everest Base Camp Hike incredibly successfully. The hikers, sometimes, encounter some challenges on the trail to Everest Base Camp, if you want to know about it in detail: Challenges on Everest Base Camp Hike Also, people want to do something special during their Everest Base Camp Hike like clicking photos, tasting local food items, piling up some rocks on the trail. If you want to learn about the top things to do in Everest base Camp Hike, you can read the article: the things to do in Everest Base Camp Hike
Permits Require
Hiking Everest Base Camp, located in the majestic Himalayas of Nepal, is a dream adventure for many outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. However, before embarking on this awe-inspiring journey, it is essential to obtain the necessary permits to ensure a smooth and legal trekking experience. Three permits are required for the Everest Base Camp Hike: the TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) card, the Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit, and the Khumbu Area Entry Permit.
The TIMS card is an important document that tracks trekkers' information for their safety and security. It is issued by the Nepal Tourism Board and is mandatory for all trekkers. The TIMS card helps to keep a record of trekkers' itineraries and ensures that necessary rescue and medical services can be provided in case of emergencies. It also helps to monitor the flow of tourists and collect data on trekking activities in the region. TIMS Card Costs $20 per person. You can collect it through the trekking/travel company you are using for your Everest Base Camp Hike.
The Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit is required to enter the Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that encompasses the Everest region. The permit aims to conserve the natural and cultural heritage of the area and funds various conservation and development projects. It is issued by the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation and allows trekkers to explore the stunning landscapes, diverse flora and fauna, and the unique Sherpa culture of the region. It costs $30 per person. The Khumbu Area Entry Permit is another crucial permit required for the Everest Base Camp Hike. It is issued by the local government of the Khumbu region and serves to manage and regulate trekking activities in the area. The permit fees contribute to local development projects, infrastructure improvements, and environmental conservation efforts. It has been in the implementation for the last 5 years. It costs $20 per person. To obtain these permits, trekkers can either apply individually or through a registered trekking agency in Nepal. The permits can be obtained in Kathmandu or in Lukla, the starting point of the trek. It is important to carry these permits throughout the trek and present them at various checkpoints along the route.
In conclusion, trekking to Everest Base Camp requires three permits: the TIMS card, the Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit, and the Khumbu Area Entry Permit. These permits not only ensure a legal and organized trekking experience but also contribute to the preservation and sustainable development of the Everest region. Obtaining these permits allows trekkers to immerse themselves in the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas and experience the rich culture and hospitality of the Sherpa people. Please, do not board on the trek until you collect these three different permits. If any inconveniences occur, please feel free to contact us.
Best Weather of the Year
Everest Base Camp Hike is a mesmerizing adventure that offers breathtaking views of the world's highest peak. When it comes to the best weather for this trek, both autumn and spring seasons stand out. Autumn, which spans from September to November, is considered the peak season due to its favourable conditions and moderate temperatures. With clear skies, crisp air, and stable weather, trekkers can enjoy uninterrupted views of the majestic Himalayas. During autumn, temperatures at Everest Base Camp range from around -10°C (14°F) to -15°C (5°F), making it essential to pack warm clothing. Spring, from March to May, is another excellent time to undertake the Everest Base Camp Trek. As the snow starts to melt, the landscape comes alive with colourful blooms, offering a stunning contrast against the snow-capped peaks. The temperatures during spring are slightly milder compared to autumn, ranging from -5°C (23°F) to -10°C (14°F) at Everest Base Camp. Both seasons have their marvellous highlights. Autumn provides spectacular views and stable weather, while spring showcases vibrant flora and the chance to witness mountaineering expeditions preparing to conquer Everest. Regardless of the season you choose, the Everest Base Camp Hike promises a once-in-a-lifetime experience, immersing you in the beauty and grandeur of the Himalayas
Level of Difficulty The Everest Base Camp Hike is a challenging but immensely rewarding adventure. Also. some people consider it as a moderate adventure. With an elevation ranging from 2,800 meters to 5,380 meters, it demands a moderate to high level of fitness and endurance. The journey involves trekking through rugged terrains, steep ascents, and rocky paths, which can be physically demanding. Altitude sickness is a potential risk as you ascend to higher elevations, so acclimatization and careful pacing are crucial. The weather can be unpredictable, with freezing temperatures and strong winds, adding to the difficulty. However, the stunning views of towering peaks, picturesque landscapes, and the sense of achievement make this trek a bucket-list experience for adventure enthusiasts.
Trek Preparations Preparing for the Everest Base Camp Hike requires thorough planning and physical readiness. Begin by obtaining proper permits and travel insurance. Acquire essential trekking gear, including sturdy boots, layered clothing, a warm sleeping bag, and a reliable backpack. Train your body for endurance and acclimatization to high altitudes. Research and familiarize yourself with the trail, its landmarks, and potential challenges. Arrange transportation to Lukla, the starting point of the trek. During the trek, ascend gradually, allowing your body to adjust to increasing elevations. Stay hydrated, maintain a slow pace, and listen to your body. Lastly, hire an experienced guide or join a reputable trekking group for added safety and guidance.
Most importantly, prepare and carry authentic travel insurance that can rightly cover all kinds of risk coverage and address any serious health issues if you have by consulting a doctor before venturing onto the Everest Base Camp Hiking trail.
Everest Base Camp Hike Altitude Sickness Information
Altitude sickness, also known as acute mountain sickness (AMS), can affect trekkers in Everest Base Camp Hike due to the high altitude above 5000m. Both Kalapatthar and Everest Base Camp are located above 5000m high.
Symptoms may include headaches, nausea, dizziness, and fatigue. To prevent altitude sickness, gradual acclimatization is essential. Trekkers should allow their bodies time to adjust to the increasing altitude by taking regular rest days, drinking plenty of fluids, and avoiding alcohol and smoking. Slow ascent rates and proper hydration are crucial. It is advisable to consult with a doctor, carry necessary medications like acetazolamide, and pay attention to symptoms.
In case you get acute mountain sickness on the trail, you will be cared for by our team members suggesting what to do to get better health condition. If the problem persists, then, you will, in no time, be evacuated and taken to Kathmandu for further treatment. Follow your guide/leader’s instructions properly.
Trekking/ Hiking with a trained guide who understands AMS can also help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
Need to know more about high altitude sickness? Then, click the link: altitude-sickness-information
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How is Everest Base Camp?
Everest Base Camp is the top trekking altitude in the world; after that, the climbing begins. Everest Base Camp is around 2 hours walk from Gorekhshep. Gorekhshep is the last human settlement in Everest Base Camp Hike.
Everest Base Camp is a flat and rocky area in Sagarmatha National Park. It is located at an altitude of 5364m above sea level. It is decorated with some colourful prayer flags which you can find fluttering all the time by the cool wind. Moreover, it is written on a flat stone ‘ Everest Base Camp-5364m’. You can make the photograph there for the memory.
Everest Base Camp offers you exhilarating mountain views of surrounding peaks, glaciers and avalanches. Mt. Everest will be the most mesmerizing among them.
Everest Base Camp is, normally, a windy core mountain area where people even love camping overnight. This will be a big achievement for the adventure enthusiasts.
If you want to know about the challenges on Everest Base Camp Hike, then, click the link: Everest Base Camp Trek-Challenges
Do you want to know about the top things to do in Everest Base Camp Hike? Then, click the link: things to do- Everest Base Camp
Who will be my guide and porter?
The guides and porters working for Haven Holidays are very professional and highly experienced. They are trained with skills of languages and trekking skills. Also, they have a very comprehensive knowledge of culture, mountain peaks, flora and fauna, civilization, local foods and local people. Furthermore, they are familiar with the risks that may occur during the trek and can handle acute mountain sickness too. No need to panic that our guides and porter will help you in the arrangement of accommodation and meals for you from the very beginning to the end of your Everest Base Camp Hike. They are friendly, co-coordinating and prompt to you all the time. Even the porters can impart you many things during the trek along with carrying your stuff.
Everest Base Camp Hike 2024Everest Base Camp Hike 2024 will be more popular among global tourists/trekkers because of the passion and the charm of the people to follow in their footsteps at the highest base camp in the world. More people will flock to Everest Base Camp as the number of adventures passionate about is growing day by day. Most importantly, people want to create a history of following in their footsteps at the highest mountain base camp in the world. The Everest Base Camp Hiking 22024 trail also will be more fascinating and safer. The trails are being renovated and the local lodges are being constructed on the trail. For the security and safety of the trekkers, the tourism ministry of Nepal and the local people are putting their full efforts into establishing police checkposts and listening to their complaints instantly.
New luxury hotels and modern restaurants are being introduced on the trail so that trekkers will be more facilitated and feel more convenient for food and accommodations. By Everest Base Camp Hike 2024, trekkers will be able to enjoy luxury accommodations and a variety of continental foods as well on the Everest Base Camp Hiking Trail. This is good news for us all who are travelling to Everest Base Camp Hike.
So if you are making the grand Everest Base Camp Hike 2023/2024, even the price will be very competitive as more adventure seekers will join this trip. Enjoy your Everest Base Camp Short Trek with more facilities and comforts in 2023/2024. Of, course, there will be more Everest Base Camp Hike 2023/2024 departure dates, Everest Base Camp Hike 2023/2024 flights to Lukla, Everest Base Camp Trekking 2023/2024 Prices and many more.
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Internet and Wi-fi facility
Internet and Wi-fi facilities are available all around the trip in Everest Base Camp Hike. The local guesthouses and the lodges have Wi-fi facilities and you can have easy access to your smartphone or laptop/tab. Moreover, you can instantly talk to the person you like from the Everest Base Camp Hiking Trail. You can share the photos and views simultaneously.
But, for installing/accessing the internet/Wi-fi in your device, you may have to pay some charge epending on the places where you stay. If you want to escape this charge, then, you can buy a Nepali SIM Card and buy a datapack in Kathmandu for your Everest Base Camp Hike.
Want to know more things about Everest Base Camp Hiking? Then, click the link: trip-to-Everest-base-camp
On first arrival at Kathmandu and Nepal international airport, Haven Holidays' Representative will receive you at the Tribhuvan International Airport. After getting introduced with the staff or the representative, your baggage will be loaded either in car, coach or bus as per group size.
A short drive to the center of Kathmandu city, where your hotels is located. On checking to your lovely rooms, getting refreshed from Jet-Lag, then get ready for group briefing. Where you will meet with other members of Everest base camp Short trek. The guide or group leader brief with related information regarding the trek, culture, accommodation and foods. Includes information about hours of walks and overnight stops and views along the treks.
Rest of the time will be yours and can enjoy whatever way you like.
Optional Itinerary: If you arrive earlier on the day, you can do some sightseeing tour of Kathmandu including Swyombhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square and Patan.
You may have to drive to Manthali on the same day if there is no direct flight from Kathmandu especially during the months like Sep, Oct, Nov, Mar, April and May. So, be mentally prepared for it as well. If it is no possible on the day of arrival, you will drive to Manthali on the second day. We will arrange it
After a short scenic flight of 35 minutes from Kathmandu, you will land at Lukla airport. At Lukla Airport, enjoy the scenic views of mountains and villages in flight as well as the trek. After landing, you will walk alongside the Dudh Koshi River to reach Phakding. You will cross a suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi River and then walk across pine and rhododendron forests. After walking through several small settlements of the Sherpa people, you reach Phakding. You can also visit Phakding Monastery. Overnight at Phakding.
Morning after breakfast, enjoy the pleasant walks on gradual trail and crossing a long suspension bridge, with slow climb to Monjo village. From Monjo enter the famous Sagarmatha National Park (Sagarmatha name for Mt. Everest in Nepal, while the Sherpa call as Chomolungma of Tibetan origin language). Entering the park cross another bridge above Dudh Koshi River to Jorsalle village for lunch stop. Afternoon walk follows the river bed amidst lovely cool forest of rhododendron, oaks, pines and fir trees. Slowly the walk leads to climb then cross the last bridge to Namche Bazaar, from the bridge undulating winding ups till Namche Bazaar is reached for overnight halt.
Namche Bazaar the major commercial hub of Khumbu villagers as well as for trekkers, a moderate size town. Where all good houses serves as guest-house, lodges and hotels placed stands on an amphitheater U shaped. Great views of Kwangde and Tharmasarku peaks, at Namche Bazaar check into a nice lodge for two overnights stay.
Namche Bazaar a perfect place for rest day, as well as right altitude for acclimatization before heading higher elevation
Things to do in Namche Bazaar on rest day: Enjoy the pleasant rest day with short hike to the view-point above Namche Bazaar for best look of Mt. Everest. Includes grand view of Ama Dablam(6,812 metres (22,349 ft), Tharmasarku and Kwangde peaks with aerial view of Namche Bazaar.
From the high view-point visit the nearby national park museum treasures all necessary information of Khumbu region. The history, cultures of Sherpa tribe, flora / fauna, and history of mountaineering around Khumbu and Mt. Everest.
For energetic people can hike up to Everest View Hotel about 2 hours walks with steep climb. Provides excellent views of Mt. Everest in the comfort of luxury Everest View Hotel at 3,880 m high.
Adventure continues from Namche Bazaar, after an enjoyable and pleasant rest day, the first part of the walk is gradual. From Namche Bazaar after a short steep climb, the trail leads with scenic views of Everest and array of peaks.
After few hours of good walk, downhill to Imjatse River a favorite lunch spot at Phungi Tenga. Afternoon climb starts through dense beautiful woods of tall rhododendron, pines and fir trees, after few hours reaching Tengboche.
Tengboche is one of the most exciting and picturesque and photogenic spots en-route Everest base camp with majestic colorful monastery. Enjoy the sweeping panorama of Everest, Ama Dablam 6,812 metres (22,349 ft),with series of snow-capped peaks, located amidst beautiful forest surrounding. At Tengboche with several simple good lodges serving nice foods, or enjoy short walk further down to Deboche for overnight halt. Staying in Tengboche or little further downhill, but having time to visit the monastery interior of great cultural and religious interest.
Staying overnight in Tengboche or at Deboche facing grand views of Mt. Everest and Ama Dablam. Morning walk heads down to cross a strong metal bridge, on leaving the tall trees behind for mountain wilderness. Crossing the Imjatse River a slow climb to Pangboche, the last permanent village en-route Everest base camp.
From Pangboche onwards with temporary settlements at Dingboche, Pheriche, Lobuche and Gorakshep. Walk heads higher with great close views of majestic peak of Ama Dablam. Slowly the walk heads to a small stream and then an hour climb to enter Imjatse valley. Where a lovely settlement of Dingboche located beneath towering North Face of Ama Dablam facing views of famous Island Peak.
Dingboche houses many nice lodge and restaurants within scenic Imjatse valley from here onwards within foothills of giant Himalayan peaks.
A great scenic spot Dingboche for another pleasant rest, enjoy the morning hike on top Nakarjung hill. Offers grand panorama of snow-capped peaks that surrounds the beautiful Imjatse valley. From the top ridge of Nakarjung facing views of Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam and Island Peak with Mt. Makalu.
Rest of the afternoon relax and enjoy short stroll around Dingboche amidst beautiful scenery.
Adventure slowly leads closer towards our main destination to Everest base camp, morning short climb to a high ridge. From the scenic ridge adorned with prayer monuments, a pleasant walk on gradual up to Thugla. A small settlement with few huts serves as Tea-Houses and restaurants, possible lunch stop before the trek up to Lobuche. Thugla where trail from Pheriche and Dingboche joins towards Lobuche and Everest base camp. From here a steep climb of less than an hour to Thugla ridge, as the trail follows on gentle up to Lobuche for overnight stop. Lobuche a small settlement with number of fine good lodges with grand view of Lobuche and Nuptse peaks.
Our main and final day of the adventure, as well as longest high altitude trek, to complete our major goal. Starting early morning with slow walk for an hour and then climb over rocky moraine above Khumbu glacier. Then down to a flat sandy glacial field at Gorakshep, the last settlement before Everest base camp.
Gorakshep located beneath Mt. Pumori and Kalapathar rocky scenic hill top, as well en route Everest base camp. From Gorakshep few hours of good walk reaches you at Everest base camp, after walking through glaciated path.
At Everest base camp enjoy the dramatic arctic zone of icy landscapes with massif Khumbu Ice-Fall and glacier. An exciting place to experience standing on the foot of Mt. Everest, Nuptse and Lhotse. During mountaineering expedition the base camp is flooded with various nationalities tented camp and commotion.
After achieving the goal of a lifetime, return walk to Gorakshep for last overnight on the highest spot of Everest region.
Rise up early morning for stunning sunrise views and clear views of surrounding towering snow-capped peaks. Start the climb towards Kalapathar rocky hill top, a strenuous haul for few hours, once on top. Enjoy the glorious sunrise with closest views of Mt. Everest with adjoining giant peaks, after a refreshing morning climb.
Descend to Gorakshep for breakfast, and then on the road downhill to Thukla and then to Pheriche valley for overnight stay.
Enjoy the morning views of Ama Dablam, after breakfast head down to Tengboche. Having a refreshing stop along with surrounding grand panorama of peaks and serene Sagarmatha National Park at Tengboche, you will descend down to the river, Phungi Tenga, and ascend up to the trail which takes you to Namche Bazaar.
Reaching at the junction of Namche Bazaar, Khumjung and trail to Gokyo, from here onwards an easy pleasant walk to Namche Bazaar. Stay overnight at Namche Bazaar exploring the local market and the surrounding.
From Namche, 6 hours walk to Lukla, morning walk starts crossing over bridges to reach Phakding. You get Monjo before you get to Phakding and walk out of Sagarmatha National Park. This initial section of the will follow the Dudh Koshi River. After Phakding on pleasant gradual path with last climb for an hour or more to reach Lukla. On arrival at Lukla transfer to a nice lodge for last overnight stop around the high Khumbu and Everest region.
You will fly to Kathmandu taking an early morning flight. The flight takes around 40 minutes from Lukla to Kathmandu.
Arrive in Kathmandu and resume your activities as you schedule the next day.
Breakfast at Lukla, then walk to Tenzing & Hillary airport, as the plane arrives from Kathmandu. After checking in then get abroad in a small aircraft for a smooth scenic flight back to Kathmandu. On reaching Kathmandu airport transfer to a vehicle for a short exciting drive to your hotels.
Rest of the afternoon at leisure for individual activities or just relax and recall the wonderful moments of the Everest base camp trek.
(If the plane lands at Ramechap-Manthali airport, our staff transfer you to a vehicle for 4-5 hours interesting drive to Kathmandu).
Attend a beautiful Farewell Dinner with your guide and Haven Holidays Team member in the evening.
To book this trip, you have to find the book now button and click it. After that, you will see a form where you will fill up all the required information for the trip including the departure date you want and click the button submit. Now you have successfully completed the form and we will reply to your email promptly.
One needs to transfer or deposit 25% amount of the total cost of the trip. For example, if the trip you are booking costs USD 1250, the 25% percent for the booking of this trip will be USD 150. Once you have made the advance payment, you need to inform our team for the confirmation of the trip.
You can cancel the trip if you want, but no advance payment will be returned to you. It means, no refund will be transferred to your account again for the cancellation of the trip. Actually, once you book the trip, our team needs to prepare the transportation; accommodation and the trip crew for your trip and the company will already make certain payments to other operating sections. Therefore, the other operating departments like transportation, food and accommodation, and trekking crews are not ready to return the advance payment to us. This is the reason we are not going to return you back the advance payment. But, you can postpone the trip for the future. We will offer you the same or other equivalent trip whenever you want in the future.
Though you cannot get a refund after you cancel your planned trip, you can postpone it for future and you can do whenever you have favorable time for you. Or, you can transfer the same trip to your family members, friends and relatives. If you want you other people who are closer to you do this trip, you can do transfer of offer this trip as a gift. But for this, we require valid and reliable evidence like email address, other contacts and all requires contracts we made previously.
We use both drives and domestic flights as transportation. It you are doing the trip in golden seasons (Autumn and Spring) ( Sep-Nov and Mar-May) , you are driving to Ramhecchap, Manthali Airport and then will take a short flight of 20 minutes to Lukla and do the same while returning.
But in off –seasons, Winter and Summer ( Dec-Jan and Jun-Aug) , you will directly fly to and from Lukla airport for your trip.
Actually, driving to Ramechhap, Manthali from Kathmandu and flying to Lukla is to lessen the traffic in Tribhuvan International Airport in the Domestic Section during the golden trekking seasons (Autumn and Spring).
We drive to Manathali Airport from Kathmandu departing at 12 at midnight and get there in 4-5 hours and take early morning flight to Lukla. After you land at Lukla, you will meet your entire trekking crew and board to Phakding within 2-3 hours where your stay first overnight.
For this, you require prepare well for the midnight drive. You’d better fit yourself in comfortable outfit and go to bed earlier in the evening right after your dinner as you have to work from midnight next. Please confirm that you are flying from Ramhechha, Manthali or ddirectly from Kathmandu to and from Lukla with your trekking partner before you commence your trip and prepare accordingly.
In case your flights or drives are postponed and cancelled for and from Lukla, you can fly by helicopter back to Manthali, Ramechhap or directly back to Kathmandu. Some people are panicked due to the bad weather condition in Lukla and they have very important schedules ahead and they must catch them on time. A helicopter flight from Lukla to Ramechhap, Manthali or Kathmandu will be the final alternative for you during this critical time.
The weather condition and changes in weather play vital role to make your trip successful. Actually, Lukla weather and the weather in Everest region keeps changing constantly so that it is always unpredictable to foretell the weather condition of Lukla airport and Everest region.
Sometimes, the trekkers have to wait for the better and improved weather condition in Lukla even for a couple of days and even a week. But, exactly same thing won’t be there all the time. You can have wonderful time ahead and you will enjoy the entire magnificently including the regular and timely Lukla flight to Manthali, Ramechhap or to Kathmandu. If it is fair weather in Lukla, you won’t have any issues; you can fly on time, promptly and safely back to Manthali or Kathmandu.
You may have snow fall and slight rainfall on the trail. You also have to prepare for that. You require carrying multiple layers of clothes including jacket and rain cover to protect your luggage, trekking equipment and personal gadgets.
Check weather condition before you depart for your trip to Everest region and also requested to find the right weather condition before you book the trip. More importantly, you can check the weather condition of the destination where you are heading to and prepare accordingly.
As Lukla and the weather in Everest region is always hard to foretell, be very watchful about it and it is must to have 1-2 spare days if you are doing the trip in Everest region. You need it to battle the worse weather condition and you will catch everything very timely after you complete your Everest trek.
The months of September, October and November are the best times of the year for the trip.
Second best time of the year is the months of March, April and May. These times of the years are known as Autumn and Spring respectively. In fact, people’s first preference for the best time of the year for the trip is Autumn and secondly they also go with Spring.
These two times of the year are almost similar to offer you the most marvelous weather conditions and mountain views with no rain and no snowfall. But, in spring, you may have slight rainfall on the trail, but not heavy.
The Autumn will be in festive mood and the spring will bring you a lot of happiness with new migratory birds and blossoms including flowering rhododendron. It depends on you who weather you like and also you need to consider your vacation. Best of all, we recommend to go with Autumn for your trip in Nepal as the weather condition, cities and mountains are in your favor.
Ramechhap Airport is located in Manthali Municipality in Bagmati Province of Nepal. It was constructed in1979 and renovated in 2025 after the earthquake hit hard. It is located at an elevation of 1,555 ft / 474 m above the sea level. Largely, the flight from Kathmandu to Lukla is served from Manthali Airport to avoid the huge traffic from Kathmandu airport.
The airport is 4-5 hours drive from Kathmandu. You can it by jeep or private car or even by regular bus services. Normally, people who are doing their trip in Everest region, they drive at midnight for Manthali and get flight to Lukla early in the morning. Unfortunately, you don’t have flight from Kathmandu for Ramechhap airport; you must go with drive. The airport is located at the bank of river surrounded by mountains and safer than Lukla airport. When there is no flight from Lukla airport for Kathmandu, you will have the regular and timely flights from Ramechhap airport.
If the flight is postponed for the next day or next few hours due to bad weather condition, you should be patient and wait for the next flight until the weather gets better and improved for the good visibility. It frequently happens while doing your Everest trip as the weather of Lukla is always unpredictable. Your flights may postponed and those who are schedule for the next day’s flight will given the property and your flights, because , it is postponed, will be suspended and will be in waiting list until the scheduled flights for the particular day are operated and the same process will be continued if the flights are postponed for several days.
If you are tired to writing for the regular flights from Lukla, you can cancel the flight and go with the option: walk down to Surke and take jeep to Salleri and then to Kathmandu or can also go with helicopter flight from Lukla to Kathmandu or only for Ramehchhap from Lukla.
There are some beautiful escapes for not flight from Lukla due to bad weather condition. The first option to escape for No Flights from and to Lukla will be: Walking down to Surke and take jeep to Salleri and then finally to Kathmandu if you are returning from the trek and take jeep ride to Surke via Salleri and then walk to Phakding directly if you are commencing the trek. Many people do like this when the Lukla flights are postponed and canceled for several days for bad weather. And another way to escape to No Flights from and to Lukla will be helicopter flight to Kathmandu or Manthali/Ramechhap or from Kathmandu to Lukla directly and begin their trek. . Yes, some people go with it because they have important things to cover on time after their trip in Everest region. But, it may be costly for you to take helicopter flight from and to Lukla to Kathmandu or to Manthali. You can talk to your guide or the trekking company and follow the things how they go.
If you don’t want to with these options to escape the No Flights from and to Lukla, then, you must wait the weather to be better and catch the regular flight. Yes, majority of the people do it.
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You will arrive either by air or land to Nepal. If you arrive in Nepal by air, you have to use only Tribhuvan International Airport. Instead, if you use the road, you can enter or arrive in Nepal by land, you can different borders of Neighboring countries (India and China) like Jogbani, Raksaul, Sunauli, Nepaljung, Dhangadi, Birjung, Kakarvitta, Jhapa, Morang, Tatopani, Tinker, Rasuawagadi, Kimanthanka etc. You can use whichever entrances you like to suit your comfort and convenience.
On Arrival, you will have the on-arrival visa instantly if you have not applied for Nepal visa for Nepal through the consulate centre or Nepal Embassies near you or your city. Within half an hour, you can get an instant authentic visa on your passport after producing all the required documents for the visa.
A tourist Visa is on arrival visa in Nepal. It means tourists who are visiting Nepal can get the visas instantly on arrival at International Airports by producing all required documents. It’s a quick and not a delayed process.TIA (Tribhuvan International Airport) under the Department of Immigration has been facilitating tourists flying to Nepal by providing visas on Arrival. The 'On Arrival' visa procedure is very quick and simple. Within 5-10 minutes, you will get a visa on your passport. However, You can expect some queues during peak Tourist season (Autumn-Sep-Nov). If you wish to skip those queues, you can also consider getting a Visa from Nepalese Diplomatic Missions stationed abroad before your arrival. Actually, we recommend you obtain a visa before you enter Nepal from the diplomatic missions located nearby you so that you don’t need to bear any hassles during the process of obtaining a tourist visa on arrival. The choice is yours.
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The majority of people/trekkers enter Nepal by air and that is via Tribhuvan International Airport. We receive you at the arrival of any entry point of Nepal or mainly at Tribhuvan International Airport without any delay according to your arrival time. It may take some time like 30 minutes to collect your luggage and for security checking at the airport. After that, you make your way to the exit of the airport and the Haven Holidays Pvt. Ltd. Representative will be waiting there holding the Board Witten “Haven Holidays Pvt. Ltd” As you see the board, you have to go with him or her and we will make a very comfortable transfer to the hotel you are staying overnight. The transfer from Tribhuvan International Airport and Thamel, the hotel where you are staying will take just 30 minutes drive.
Get checked in the hotel take a rest and get refreshed. We will give you the time for orientation after you get checked into the hotel.
As you are given the time when you get checked in the hotel, you will be followed by our staff for the orientation. It may be on the same day or later the next day early in the morning at breakfast.
We will briefly let you know the trip you are undertaking from the next day or the same day onwards. You will be stated about the highlights of the trip, preparations, equipment, food and accommodation, guide and porter, emergency rescue, travel insurance and many other important things to know beforehand.
We will introduce you to the trip crew and have a brief talk with them so that you can feel more comfortable during the trip.
If you have any queries, you can put them in this orientation meeting before you depart for your trip.
Last-minute booking is always open for you but the same package tends to be a little more costly than the regular departure dates trip packages. Actually, those who approach for last minute booking with us; must pay a 10% additional cost of the total trip cost mentioned on our website.
You can book the trip you like on our website even a day before the trip begins.
If you are lucky, then, the last minute may be a golden opportunity for you to get the same price or even less than that if one of the members of the trip gives up and withdraws the trip plan at the eleventh hour. So, if you are late to book the trip you like to do with us, no worries, you still have the option and we will try our level best to make your trip as successful and grand as other normal trips.
Don’t hesitate to hit the booking button at the eleventh hour, we are always open and here to organize your vacation trips in Nepal.
We are always flexible and open to the extension of the particular trip you are undertaking. If you enjoy the trip you are doing, you can extend it to longer days or longer hours. But, for this, you must contact us one day prior so that we can arrange the required things like trip crew, accommodation, transportation and other minor needy things for your extended trip. If you let us know a day earlier directly or through the trip crew you are using in the field/route like through your trip leader, you will have a beautiful time ahead. For the extension of the trip, you must add some little additional cost which we will settle in mutual understanding.
You can exchange your currency even in the Tribhuvan International Airport at your arrival or you can exchange it after you check in the hotel in Thamel or other several places of Kathmandu, trekking beginning points as well. You can find several money exchange counters in different corners of Thamel city. If you are in a rush and cannot do this, you can pay USD, AUD or CAD to the people whom you need to pay for your accommodation, food, trip costs, tipping etc. You can even exchange your currency with Nepali on the trekking routes/trip routes like in Lukla, and Namche You can ask to exchange your currency with Nepal with local lodges/restaurants/hotels/ guesthouses too. But, you need to have your currency like USD, AUD or CAD. Even Indian currency does work in Nepal while paying but only Rs. 100 rupees not 500 and 1000. You can pay with your currency with the current exchange rate wherever you go in Nepal.
Haven Holidays Team is very professional, reliable and responsible. You can completely on them. They are well-trained, friendly and highly literate in their respective languages. You can share anything you like with them without any hesitation. They know local culture, civilization, history, foods and accommodation, weather conditions, expert in first-aid application and how to handle the sudden accidents on the trip. They are eco-friendly and better understand the non-human's rights and their lives.
The Haven Holidays Team will assist you in every step of your trip to make it memorable and more convenient.
If you are hiring a porter for your trip in the mountains, you can pack no more than 10 kg. in the duffel bag or your backpack. We provide you with a very reliable duffel bag to put your stuff to be carried on the trip. It will be very safe to be carried by a porter. Because it is the labour rule that a porter can only maximum of 20kgs in the mountain. Please, don’t pack unnecessary stuff in the duffel bag. Actually, two people one porter put 10kg of stuff by each individual.
If you think you don’t need the stuff you have with you in the mountains, you can store it at the hotel in Kathmandu. They will keep your unnecessary luggage/stuff very safe till your return back. Ask your trip leader or hotel receptionist to do it for you before you depart for the trip. Take the luggage tag while storing the unnecessary luggage.
Meals will be provided according to the itinerary and cost includes and cost excludes. If you are given the itinerary or cost like including BB only, you will be provided breakfast only and if you have booked the trip package including a full-board meal, you will get all the meals including breakfast, dinner and lunch. Apart from main meals, if you have extra tea, coffee, cold drinks and other alcoholic drinks, you have to pay them personally.
During the trip, you will be given enough time to have a meal. You can enjoy the meal you like from the menu. Vegan, Vegetarian?? If you are vegetarian, you will still find the choice in the menu and our guide will take good care of you through the trip.
You will have your meal at the lodge/local guesthouse, hotel or resort during the trip. You are supposed to have the meal where you stay overnight in the mountain during the trekking trip.
Sometimes, you may not get the item you want in the mountain during the trekking trip/touring trip, at the time; you have to consider it very calmly.
You will enjoy freshly cooked meals in the mountain during the trip days with local ingredient
The trek commences from Kathmandu with a drive to Manthali during Spring and then flies to Lukla and Autumn( Mar-May and Sep-Nov) and in other off seasons like Winter and Rainy ( Dec-Feb and Jun-Aug) Kathmandu to Lukla. We drive to Ramechhap, Manthali for 4 hours from Kathmandu and take a short 20-minute flight and if we take a direct flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, you will fly for 35 minutes with astonishing mountain views.
We need to leave Kathmandu at 2 am for the Ramechhap drive and then fly to Lukla. Hope you will consider this thing in your mind beforehand the trip begins.
As you land at Lukla airport either from Ramechhap/ Manthali or Kathmandu, you will meet your porters, introduce them briefly and begin the formal walk towards Phakding, the very first town you are going to stay overnight on your trip. It takes around 3 hours to get Phakding from Lukla.
You will get a good and undisturbed facility of electricity during the trip to Nepal. Even though you go to the mountain for trekking and other adventure activities, you can get the facility of electricity to charge your phones and backups. However, in some cases you may have to face the problem of load-shedding and the local lodges and guesthouses may charge you some amount to charge your batteries, backups and phones in remote areas trekking. There won’t be an electricity heating system in the mountain while doing trekking or other adventure activities.
Drinking water must be pure, safe and contamination-free. You can get bottled or purified drinking water during the trip even in the mountain which is very safe for you to drink. The majority of the people who make trekking or adventure trips in the mountains go with boiled water which is prepared by the local lodges/guesthouses on the trail which is the best way to keep you safe from contaminated water. However, some people carry water purifying ingredients and they apply it to the drinking water and they drink it. But, don’t try to drink the water from the Local River, stream and taps. The bottled water you can buy along the trek in the guesthouse.
You can enjoy excellent facilities of communication in Kathmandu. However, in the case of the trekking trip in the mountains, you may not be able to have such kind of facility as in the cities. But, most of the local teahouses/lodges/ guesthouses/ hotels on the trail will offer you the facility of Wi-fi. Sometimes, you get it for free and sometimes, you may have to pay for the installation of Wi-fi during the trip in the mountains.
The best way to access good communication over your smartphone is to get a local Nepali SIM Card like NT and NCELL. You get these local Nepali SIM Cards easily in Kathmandu and even in International Airport, Tribhuvan International Airport. For this, you have to present a copy of your passport and a passport-sized- photograph. You can buy a data pack via this local SIM Card and you make a very good communication wherever you go, even from the corner of the mountain. You can make a call, access the internet over it and even make a video call instantly from the Everest Base Camp (5364m).
The trek ends at Lukla officially with a flight to Kathmandu. Normally, at Lukla, you can celebrate the last day of the trek with your entire trekking crew by offering them tips and heavy dinner because they have worked hard for you and your safety all around the trip. The last day's walk is from Namche to Lukla and you wait for the next day’s flight to Kathmandu or Ramechhap and then 4 hours drive to Kathmandu. The flight to Ramechhap is for 20 minutes and the flight to Kathmandu from Lukla is for 40 minutes. Optionally, you fly back to Kathmandu directly by helicopter as well. For this, you have to make a prior request to us to arrange your helicopter flight.
The Lukla weather keeps changing in 15 minutes so it cannot be 100% sure that the flight to Ramechhap or Kathmandu from Lukla can take place at a given time. It may get delayed postponed or even cancelled for a few days. In this case, don’t panic, don’t get agitated and don’t trouble your trekking leader for the delay, cancellation or postponement of flight. Be calm and talk to your trekking lead to find out the way to escape this situation.
You have two options in this case: the helicopter flight to Kathmandu and walk down to Surke and Paiya for 5 hours and get a jeep ride to Salleri and then to Kathmandu. You’d better approach the helicopter first and then go with a walk down to Surke and Paiya. The walk down to Surke and Paiya is very challenging to follow the trail used by mules; the trail is muddy and slippery. Be careful to follow this trail to Paiya via Surke from Lukla.
If you are doing your Everest Base Camp Trek, you have to have at least one/two spare days. This will help you make your Everest Trek less stressful and less panicked
How prodigal you are? Your trek extra personal expenses depend on it. If you love doing extra expenses on the trip, you will go to topics like alcoholic drinks, extra tea or coffee apart from the meal, tipping, some minor donations, extra snacks on the trail, some urgent personal stuff like clothing or any other equipment you immediately require on the trip in case it gets damaged or stop functioning. And, at the end of the trek, you have to give some tips to your trekking crew. For this, you have to allocate some dollars or Nepali currency.
The typical trip day begins with a good breakfast. You will have breakfast at around 7-8 am and begin the day after it. Then, you will have to work/walk for 3-4 hours after breakfast and you will stop for lunch. The lunchtime will be around an hour. You will order your lunch item and the restaurant/hotel/teahouse will cook for you. Sometimes, you may have to wait for some time if the restaurant or hotel is crowded. You can find the item you want in the menu prepared by the local lodge/restaurant/hotel. If you are vegetarian, no worries, you can still find the ways.
After lunch, you will resume your work/trek/trip again and end it in the after like around 3-4 pm. After that, you will check in the hotel/guesthouse/teahouse and get refreshed. Take rest, change clothing and go for dinner at around 6-7 pm. Your leader will help you to order the meals you like. At the dinner, your leader will share the important information for the next day’s trip and you can raise the question regarding it. The leader will orient you on what to wear, how to walk, what to carry and where to eat. Follow the instructions from the guide/leader very well.
When preparing for this trip it's essential to have the right equipment and packing list to ensure your safety and comfort to complete your mission. You will need to pack smart and light. This packing list doesn’t mean you need to pack everything listed here. This list is a guideline, and your final list will depend on your preferences and judgment. Follow as per your personal needs and preferences by taking this as a reference. Here’s a comprehensive list of items you should consider
Please, Learn more about the Everest Base Camp trekking equipment list
Haven Holidays will provide fine-class accommodation with a beautiful breakfast, a sleeping bag (recommended own if you have one), Duffel bag. Our porters are limited to carrying (20 kg) of your personal belongings which is also the weight restriction for flights to Lukla. Be selective in what you take. We will provide you with a very professional and experienced trekking leader throughout the trek.
If you want to book the trip featured by us, you require settling the 25 % payment of total trip cost. However, if you are in rush and instantly plan your trip to Nepal, then, you can make the trip payment by visiting our office in Nepal as well but we need a confirmation email prior to it.
In case you cannot do the booked trip in the timeframe you wanted for some reasons, you have the right to postpone it. Even if you cannot do the trip after the postponement, you can transfer the same trip or other in exchange to your family, relatives and friends.
But for Everest Base Camp Trek or other any trip in Everest region, the cancellation must be made 2 months prior as we have already booked the accommodation, transportation and domestic flights in order to make your trip more consistent and convenient.
But, sorry to state that no refund will be made for the exchange of booked trip with us. We are ready to wait for months and years for your right time to do the booked trip in Nepal. Be confident that we won’t spoil your booked trip.
Most importantly, trekkers will see Mt. Everest (8884.86m) from Kalapatthaar (5545m) and Everest Base Camp. At the same time, you will walk and step at Everest Base Camp, the world's highest mountain base camp which will be a lifetime adventure history and achievement for you.
You will traverse through Sagarmatha National Park, the world's highest national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site with diverse species of flora and fauna. You will encounter natural waterfalls, glacier rivers, and local towns like Lukla(2900m), Phakding (2300m), Namche Bazaar (3400m) ( Town), Tengboche(3860m), Dingboche (4400m), Lobuche (4900m) and Gorekhshep (5100m). Gorekh Shep is the last human settlement in the Everest Base Camp trek.
You will get to know and be familiar with local Sherpa people’s lifestyle and their authentic cuisines during the trek. This part and the taste will be marvellous and exciting to experience. You will stay overnight at local lodges owned by local Sherpa People and you will have your meals there. The toilet will be outside of your bedrooms and will be common and sharing. Expect to use sharing toilet and twin sharing accommodation during the trek. You can get luxury accommodation at Namche and Diengboche if you are ready to pay little higher.
The local lodges will get crowded during Peak Trekking seasons in Nepal( Autumn and Spring) and you should be ready to bear some interruptions and noises during the stay at the lodges. There may be hundreds of people in the same lodge staying overnight and having their meals. Sometimes, you have to wait for your meals and shower while staying at local lodge.
Early morning hike up to Kalapatthar and celebrate mesmerizing Mt. Everest and all other surround mountain peaks including grand and massive Khumbu Glacier. Capture as many photos and videos of the things you see from Kalapatthar and walk back to Lukla along the same trail. If you want to skip the same and tiring trail down to Lukla, you can fly back to Lukla/Mancthali or directly to Kathmandu by helicopter.
What I expect from Haven Holidays?
We will provide you a veteran trekking team with fully equipped trekking gears. Also, we will provide sleeping bag ( if necessary), a cap or t-shirt as a gift, provide better accommodation and transportation to make your entire trip more safer and exciting. You will have local guides who are very knowledgeable about local culture, foods and accommodation, places to explore and destinations to visit during the trip.
We provide an authentic and comprehensive orientation regarding the trip, the trails, accommodation, foods , walking hours and distance, preparations and risks and challenges beforehand the trek commences.
We care you individually al round the trip so that your entire trip will be safer and less risky.
We offer you a grand farewell dinner with your trekking team and you can give us feedback about the services we provided you during your stay in Nepal and that will help us to grow up more.
The drive from Kathmandu to Manthali/Ramechhap begins at midnight like the ghosts travel. We should be ready for this midnight drive beforehand by going the bed earlier in the evening right after dinner. You trekking company or your guide will inform you the exact timing to leave from the hotel for Manthali.
You begin this drive from the hotel at around 12.30-1 pm at midnight and head to Banepa. Next, you will switch this drive to Mid- Hill Highway. The road passes through various country settlement and landscapes. The road is black top but you will experience several bumps on the way to Manthali from Kathmandu. It takes a minimum 3 hr 54 min (129.0 km) via Mid-Hill Hwy to get Manthali from Kathmandu.
You are taking this almost 4 hours drive from Kathmandu to Manthali to catch the early morning flight to Lukla for 20 minutes. This drive will take place only in Spring (Mar-May) and Autumn(Sep-Nov) to avoid the big traffic from Tribhuvan International Airport – Domestic Section and in other two trekking seasons ( Summer and Winter), the flights will directly be operated from Kathmandu to Lukla.
Manthali is a city with a little domestic airport. You fly to Lukla from here and can fly back and but cannot fly from Kathmandu to Manthali. You will have only one access for Manthali from Kathmandu that is drive in and drive out for the recent times.
The places you explore during the trek are: Manthali, Lukla and Lukla airport, Phakding, Sagarmatha National Park, Monjo, Jorsalle, Namche Bazaar, Hotel Everest View, Tengboche town and the monastery, Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorekh Shep, Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar. Besides, while acclimatization at Namche you can go to explore Khumjung Village and Thame Monastery. Both side trips will amaze you some incredible insights of ancient Khumbu region's civilization and religion.
Everest Base amp Trek is a moderately difficult trek in Everest region taking you’re the highest elevation Everest Base Camp (5364m) and Kalapattahr (5545m) . The trek tends to be moderate till you get to Namche and Tengboche and Hotel Everest View. But, as you ascend above Dingboche and Lobuche, the trek becomes more challenging till you get to Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar. So, those who have got prior trekking experience and are well prepared with all required personal gears and first aid kit.
Have you got prior trekking experience? Are you well prepared to walk at least 6 hours a day covering the distance minimum 9 kilometers? Are you confident enough to walk to Everest Base Camp and Kalapattahr located above 5000m in the wild mountain? If you have the right and reliable answers to these questions, you can conquer over Everest Base Camp Trek.
Test your stamina of waking and going above 4000m covering the minimum distance of 9 kilometers and decide doing Everest Base Camp Trek.
The Everest Base Camp Trekking trail is the same trail trodden by legendary climbers Edmund Hillary and Tenjing Norgay Sherpa in 1953 while successfully scaling Mt. Everest. The trail begins from Lukla town to Pkakding. The trail from Lukla to Phakding is easier all the way going down through local Sherpa settlements, Buddhist monuments and monasteries. You will enjoy moving the Buddhist prayer wheels clockwise and pray for good luck for the successful trek.
Then, the trail takes you through Sagarmatha National Park via Monjo and Jorsalle. As you enter into Sagarmatha National Park, you will enjoy the serenity and peacefulness of wild nature with diverse species of flora and fauna. You will experience the thrills of crossing a suspension bridge over the Dudhkoshi River several times before you ascend to Namche Bazaar.
At the base of the Namche Bazaar, you will enjoy crossing the high and thrilling suspension bridge and walk up to Namche bazaar through pine forest. Finally, you will see a beautiful gate, Namche Bazaar Gate, written ‘Welcome to Namche Bazaar’ at the entrance of Namche Bazaar. The water fountain, beautiful garden, restaurants and hotels, souvenir shops, ATMs, banks, money exchanges, clubs etc. will astonish at Namche.
At acclimatization, you will either walk to Hotel Everest View/Khumjung Village or Thame Monastery. This one day acclimatization at Namche will be very exciting to spend and explore.
The Everest Base Camp Trekking Trail, next, will take to Tengboche town and the monastery. The trail today will go down to river and then ascend up to Tengboche town via deep pine woods. Further, you will ascend to Dingboche and Lobuche. The trail from Dingboche to Lobuche passes through various monuments and alpine vegetation. The trail while you are approaching to Lobuchce turns to be more challenging as you are tired and due to high elevation and thin layer of oxygen. Moreover, the trail passes through dry landscapes of upper Everest region while approaching to Gorekh Shep(5100m) and Everest Base Camp (5364m). You will step at Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar and walk down to Lukla along the same trail to end Everest Base amp Trek.
You will encounter various unique and authentic cultural insights during your Everest Base Camp Trek. The followings will be the cultural highlights in Everest Base Camp Trek.
The guide and the porters you will accompany as your trekking crew/team will be very professional and highly experienced. They will speak your preferred language very fluently and try their best to satisfy you with some marvellous insights and experiences during the trek. The guide will manage all required accommodations, meals and transportation for your trip. Also, if any lack or insufficiency occurs during the trip, the guide will manage all the things according to the situation. So, hiring a guide and porter will enhance your entire trip with multiple help from minor sickness and scarcity to acute mountain sickness. They will take good care of you all around the trip.
Porters will help you tremendously by carrying and taking care of your luggage. They will safely carry and drop your luggage to the destination you want to go. They will be very hospitable, hard-working, funny, and friendly and also can communicate little with you during the trip. Porters will carry a maximum of 20 kg of load in the mountain. We request you to co-ordinate with your guide and porter during the trip and make it more exciting, safer and memorable.
Stepping at Everest Base Camp (5364m) and Kalapatthar(5545m) and capturing Mt. Everest and all surrounding peaks is the most beautiful moment to celebrate during your Everest Base Camp Trek. Along with this, one can enjoy going up to Hotel Everest View (3880m) and enjoy snacks viewing Mt. Everest. People also love spending some quality time in Namche Bazaar by collecting souvenirs, going to clubs and bars and having their favourite local cuisines like Yak Steak.
Tipping for your guide and porter is not mandatory but they expect something extra from you after they work hard for you. You’d better prepare USD 5-10 per day per individual guide and porter. But, it doesn’t mean that you have to do the same as we recommend you. You reward them with some handsome tipping as well if you are satisfied. Sometimes, you don’t need to reward them with tipping if they don’t take good care of you and try to spoil your trip with some unnecessary personal benefits and interests.
You will enjoy, mostly, enjoy local cuisines during the trip. The local teahouse and lodges will offer you very authentic local cuisines like tsampa, porridge, Tibetan bread, yak meat items, locally grown vegetables and fruits, etc. They also offer some continental, Indian, Chinese, Japanese and popular dishes during the trek as mentioned on their food menu. If you are a vegetarian or vegan, no problem, you will have various items of meals on the way and for this, you are required to inform your trek leader before the trek commences.
You can cook on your own at local lodges while staying overnight during the trip to the mountain. The meals you have will be freshly cooked and very hygienic to ensure your balanced diet and hygiene. Pick up the item from the food menu and ask them to prepare it for you.
The temperature at Everest Base Camp is always negative and you have to prepare accordingly. You will see snow and frozen glaciers around you and also feel the chilling cold wind at Everest Base Camp. Therefore, you must carry warm water or drinks and a multi-layer jacket, cap, gloves etc. while heading from Gorekhshep to EBC. You also will encounter heavy snowfall at Everest Base Camp and you are required to prepare for it.
During pre-winter and peak of the winter( Dec-Feb), the temperature of Everest Base Camp drops down to -20 degrees Celsius.
The best itinerary for Everest Base Camp Trek is 14 days Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary. These 14 days will be very sufficient for you to explore the region, acclimatize, and step at Everest Base Camp and Kalapattahr. It also has the days for your arrival and departure. If you want a day spare in case your Lukla flight is postponed or cancelled, you are suggested to do so and plan accordingly to make your Everest Base Camp Trek more flexible and convenient.
If you want to go with a helicopter return from Everest Base Camp while returning from Everest Base Camp Trek, Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Fly-10 days itinerary will be the best one for you.
You can give feedback on the trek/trip you have undertaken at the end of Kathmandu. You can visit our office or you can do it in the farewell dinner we organize. Your feedback about the trip will always be taken positively. We need it to grow and to sharpen our services and facilities in the days to come.
If you cannot attend the farewell dinner at the end of the trip in Kathmandu or you don’t have time to visit our office, you can write your feedback on the trip advisor page which will be more reliable and public.
Departure
After a farewell dinner with our team and the important feedback session, we will comfortably drop you to the Tribhuvan International Airport and to any other destination you want for your exit to your homeland or for the commencement of another trip. After we drop you to the destination you prefer, you can catch up on your international flight and another trip you want. We wish you a very wonderful time ahead.