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Everest Base Camp Trek 15 Days

Everest Base Camp Trek 15 Days

Maximum Altitude:
5545M
Trip Region:
Everest
Best Season:
Sep-Dec, Mar-May
Duration:
15 Days
Difficulty:
Moderate
Activity:
Trekking
Group Tours
Price from
$1100
No.of People
price Per Person
  • 1 Person $1570
  • 2 Person $1345
  • 3 Person $1320
  • 4-7 Person $1260
  • 8-10 Person $1100






    Package Price

    15 Days
    from
    US $ 1450

    US $ 1350 pp

    Save $ 1450 Per Pax
    No. of Persons Price per Person
    1 Pax US$ 1450
    2 Paxes US$ 1350
    3 Paxes US$ 1300
    4 - 6Paxes US$ 1250
    7 - 12Paxes US$ 1200
    13 - 18Paxes US$ 1100
    19 - 24Paxes US$ 1050

    Highlights

    • Enjoy the famous treks to Everest Base Camp amidst beautiful scenery.
    • A great adventure to experience the high and scenic country of Khumbu.
    • Exploring lovely traditional Sherpa Villages festooned with impressive cultures.
    • Constant views of giant snow-capped peaks on daily walks to Everest base camp.
    • Stand on the foot of world’s highest Mt. Everest amidst moraine of ice, glaciers.

     

    ‘Enjoy the adventure standing on the foot of world’s highest peaks Mt. Everest’

    Everest base camp trek is an adventure around the world-famous adventure destinations, where trekkers will experience all the major highlights. The high Khumbu and Everest region has to offer thousands of visitors in the best seasons of the year.

    Everest base camp(EBC) is at 5,364 m / 17,598 feet and is also the base of the world’s 4th highest Mt. Lhotse. The dream adventure destination for millions of people worldwide, where one can enjoy the charm and beauty of towering peaks. Staying in the comfort of a nice lodge, enjoying warm refreshments within the close backdrop of the mighty Himalayan peaks.

    Everest Base Camp Trek Route

    The adventure to the Everest base camp trek involves a short scenic flight to and from Lukla Town Airport and Kathmandu. The trek begins following the glacial Dudh Koshi River through lovely traditional Sherpa villages, adorned with fascinating Buddhist cultures. Everest Base Camp Trekking route, is straightforward,
    as the walk enters the Sagarmatha National Park, listed as a world heritage site, enriched with exotic flora/fauna.

    Walk leads around the river bed and then heading for a long undulating uphill to fame Namche Bazaar. The main hub and capital of Khumbu Sherpa’s the highlanders of Everest and eastern Himalayas.

    Spending a day in Namche for acclimatization with a scenic hike, and then towards the final destinations of the adventures. The high scenic trail leads to beautiful Tengboche with a majestic monastery, as the walk heads higher above tree lines.

    Walk through the nice settlements of Dingboche and Lobuche to reach the foot of Mt. Everest at base camp. Enjoy the dramatic scenery of arctic zone landscapes covered in ice, snow, and glaciers with massif Khumbu Icefall nearby. After an overwhelming moments, the adventure takes you to the highest spot of the trek on top of Kalapathar. A famous and popular viewpoint at 5,643 m / 18,514 feet for the closest views of Mt. Everest.

    On completing all major highlights, return journey downhill to Namche Bazaar and back at Lukla. For the exciting panoramic flight to Kathmandu, to conclude the wonderful experience on Everest Base Camp Trekking.

    Best Time for Everest Base Camp Trek

    To enjoy the wonderful trekking to Everest base camp and other exciting adventure are springs and autumn. A great season for pleasant walks and stunning views of lovely scenery of snow-capped peaks.

    Spring begins from March to May, days are clear till mid-afternoon can get overcast with light snow and cold wind. Cold morning, evening and nighttime and enjoyable season, one of the high times for trekking. A lively time when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom, especially the rhododendron of various colors from tall trees to bushes.

    The autumn is another peak season for Everest base camp and other adventures starts from September to November. Most days are fine with crystal clear blue sky, a great time for walks and wonderful views. But days are much shorter due to limited sunlight hours, can be cold morning, late afternoon and nighttime.

    Chances of snowfall sometimes, but an enjoyable season to be and experience the great walk to Everest base camp. Interested people can venture during winter time of December for Christmas and New Year holiday adventure also.

    But very cold with freezing temperatures in the morning and night time, can expect snowfall sometime. Surprisingly, very clear day with blue sky for views and walks but gets dark soon, due shorter sunlight hours.

    Following weather charts for each month will help the trekkers to expect the temperatures. Nepal has four main seasons spring, summer/monsoon, autumn and winter.

    • January to February : Maximum 10 °C (50 °F) minimum -15 °C (5 °F)
    • March to april : Maximum 14 °C (57.2 °F) minimum -10 °C (14 °F)
    • May to june : Maximum 18 °C (64.4 °F) minimum -4 °C (24.8 °F)
    • July to Augst: Maximum 20 °C (68 °F) minimum -2 °C (28.4 °F)
    • September to October : Maximum 18 °C (64.4 °F) minimum -5 °C (23 °F
    • November to Mid December : Maximum 13 °C (55.4 °F) minimum -12 °C (10.4 °F)

    Itinerary

    On arrival at Kathmandu and Nepal International Airport, Himalayan Friendly staff and guide receives you for a short transfer. A drive in the heart of Kathmandu city to your hotel, and then check into the rooms for refreshing rest. Then join for group briefing, the guide and leader will provide useful information regarding trek, local lodge, and foods. After the briefing enjoy a lovely dinner in a typical Nepalese Restaurant.

    ACCOMODATION 3-star Hote
    MAX ALTITUDE 1400m.|4593ft.
    MEALS Welcome dinner

    At Kathmandu free day for optional tour around Kathmandu world heritage sites of few hours. Rest of the day preparation for Everest Base Camp Trek.

    ACCOMODATION 3-star Hote
    MAX ALTITUDE 1400m.|4593ft.

    As time for flight to Lukla in the morning from 6 to 7 a.m. get transferred to Kathmandu domestic airport. After boarding in a small aircraft enjoy grand views of the Himalayas with Mt. Everest. Then landing at Lukla’s Tenzing Hillary Airport, our guide, staff will organize the porters to carry the bigger baggage. Start the walk heading downhill through several Sherpa villages, adorned with impressive cultures of Buddhism. The short nice walk of few hours reaches you at Phakding for overnight stop, located by the Dudh Koshi River.

    ACCOMODATION Hotel
    MAX ALTITUDE 2840m.|9316ft.
    MEALS Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    After a first overnight in Phakding around Khumbu areas, morning walk follows to famous Namche Bazaar. After a good breakfast, the walk starts on gradual winding path with few ups and downhill. Then cross a long bridge to reach Monjo Village and enter the Sagarmatha National Park. Crossing another bridge over the same river to Jorsalle for lunch, the last village before Namche. Afternoon walk on river bed amidst lovely forest of rhododendrons and pine trees, and then cross the last high bridge. After the bridge few hours uphill on winding path to Namche Bazaar for overnight stops. Enjoy the comfort of a nice lodge accommodation with the best meals for dinner.

    ACCOMODATION Hotel
    MAX ALTITUDE 3440m.|11286ft.
    MEALS Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    The right and perfect place Namche Bazaar to enjoy a rest day for acclimatization, before reaching Everest base camp. Explore Namche Bazaar the hub of Khumbu Villagers, the town lined with shops, stores and banks. Enjoy a short hike to the Park museum, an interesting place to gather information of the Khumbu areas.
    From the high ridge close to the museum, enjoy marvelous views of Mt. Everest, Ama-Dablam with an array of snow peaks. The other options for hike on rest day climb up to Everest View Hotel, and to Khumjung and Khunde village located on a glacial valley. Rest of the day enjoy the leisure afternoon at Namche Bazaar before heading higher elevation.

    ACCOMODATION Hotel
    MAX ALTITUDE 3440m.|11286ft.
    MEALS Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    From Namche a pleasant walk on winding scenic trail facing views of Everest, Kwangde, Tharmasarku, and Ama Dablam. A short downhill to Phunki-Tenga a small settlement for lunch stop, afternoon few hours climb to Tengboche for overnight. A scenic spot with a colorful and impressive monastery, after checking into a nice lodge. Have time for tour of the monastery enriched with beautiful
    idols of Lord Buddha and famous Buddhist saints. Tengboche is famous for panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse with majestic Ama Dablam.

    ACCOMODATION Hotel
    MAX ALTITUDE 3860m.|12660ft.
    MEALS Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    Morning enjoy the glorious panorama of Everest with range of snow peaks, start the walk downhill to the bridge. After the bridge the tree lines gives away for short alpine bushes, as walk heads high to Pangboche village. From here a short climb to Somare for lunch stop. Afternoon walk follows with gradual climb and down to a river crossing a small bridge. Then an hour climb to enter scenic Imjatse
    Valley at Dingboche for overnight stops. A nice large settlement with many good lodges, beneath the high Ama Dablam North Face with views of Island Peak.

    ACCOMODATION Hotel
    MEALS Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    Enjoy another rest day at Dingboche for acclimatization, morning having breakfast take a short hike. Climb to Nagarjun ridge top, rewards you with spectacular panorama of the surrounding snow peaks. Includes views of Mt. Makalu in the east direction beyond Island Peak. Rest of the afternoon, relax and enjoy the marvelous views of towering snow-capped peaks.

    ACCOMODATION Hotel
    MEALS Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    From Dingboche towards the main highlight destination to Everest Base Camp after an overnight in Lobuche. The walk heads to short climb and then on gradual up to Thugla, for lunch break. At Thugla the trail of Pheriche and Dingboche joins towards Everest base camp and Lobuche. Afternoon a short steep climb to the top of Thugla ridge, and then on gentle up to Lobuche. A small settlement with serval good lodges for overnight with views of Nuptse and Lobuche peaks.

    ACCOMODATION Hotel
    MEALS Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    Start early morning having good breakfast to reach the main destination Everest Base Camp. The walk follows on a wide pleasant path and then climb to a small ridge and then above Khumbu glacier. The trail follows on rocky route with short down to Gorakshep, located beneath Kalapathar, and Mt. Pumori.
    As well towards Everest base camp, after a short rest at Gorakshep, continue walk heading east. The trail leads over rocks and boulders with short descend to cross smaller streams and glaciated area. Then finally reach at Everest Base Camp, stand beneath the world highest peaks of Everest, with Nuptse, Lhotse and Pumori. Enjoy the dramatic views of Khumbu massif Ice Falls, during the high expedition season. Base Camp is flooded with tents of the world-wide mountaineers, after an exciting time return to Gorakshep for overnight.

    ACCOMODATION Hotel
    MEALS Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    Another early adventure from Gorakshep for exciting hike to Kalapathar Hill top, on the highest spot of the journey. A two hours of good steep climb, from the high ridge of Kalapathar. Enjoy the grand panorama of giant peaks with Everest at close distance, after a fabulous morning climb. Then head down to Gorakshep for breakfast, and continue walk to Thugla past Lobuche. From Thugla, our route diverts down to Pheriche Valley, a nice pleasant walk reaching Pheriche for lunch. A large settlement with a small health post, run by the HRA (Himalayan Rescue Association). After lunch down to a river, and climb to a high ridge, with long downhill to Pangboche for overnight stop.

    ACCOMODATION Hotel
    MEALS Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    Morning at Pangboche enjoy the close views of Ama Dablam and then down to a bridge. As climb starts back into the forest for few hours to Tengboche, after a short rest, downhill to Phunki-Tenga. An hour or less climb to Shanasha, a small village from here walk past a small place of Kyanjuma. The walk follows on winding downhill to Namche Bazaar for overnight stop.

    ACCOMODATION Hotel
    MEALS Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    Today, the last and longest walk of the adventure to Lukla, after a good breakfast downhill to Dudh Koshi River. The walk gets better following the river bed to Jorsalle, from here a short steep climb to Monjo village. The walk then leads to Phakding for possible lunch stop, afternoon a pleasant walk with last climb of an hour. Then reaching Lukla for last overnight halt around the high Khumbu and Everest region. Check into a nice lodge, for last night dinner and celebration among group members and staff.

    ACCOMODATION Hotel
    MEALS Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    Early morning breakfast and walk to Lukla Tenzing Hillary Airport for scenic flight back to Kathmandu. On arrival at Kathmandu, transfer to your hotels with afternoon free at leisure or shopping souvenirs of Nepal’s handicrafts.

    ACCOMODATION 3 Start Hotel

    Last day in Kathmandu and Nepal, as time for your international flight homeward bound, transfer to the airport. After a wonderful adventure on Everest Base Camp Trekking.

    Include/Exclude

    Include

    • International airport pick-up and drop-off service in a private vehicle
    • Flight transportation from Kathmandu to Lukla/Lukla to Kathmandu. (Note:- During the peak seasons for the Everest Base Camp Trek (March to May and September to November), all the Lukla flights will be operated from the Manthali Airport due to congestion at Kathmandu Airport.) .
    • Three nights' accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu (Thamel)
    • Three times daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
    • Snacks of seasonal fruits during the trek
    • All accommodation during the trek
    • Fully licensed, English speaking trekking guide
    • Assistance guide for above 7 people.
    • Porter to carry your gear (1 porter for every 2 clients)
    • Sagarmatha National Park entry permit fee
    • Khumbu Pashang Lhamu Rural Municipality fees
    • All government, local taxes, and official Expenses
    • Down jacket and sleeping bag use while trekking
    • Duffle bag for trekking
    • Trekking map
    • First aid kit with basic medications
    • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu.

    Exclude

    • International flight airfare
    • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu due to early arrival or late departure, early return from the trek.
    • Personal expense (shopping, snacks and cold drinks, hot shower, alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone call, battery re-charge fee), extra porters, etc
    • Meals not specified in the 'Meal Inclusions' in the above itinerary
    • Travel insurance that covers emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation (compulsory)
    • All the costs and expenses which are not listed in "What is included?"

    Useful Info

    Accommodation While in Kathmandu:

    Himalayan Friendly provides the best accommodation in the comfort of a tourist standard hotels in Kathmandu. On a 3 Star category Hotels (Kathmandu suite home) in the hub of Kathmandu in Thamel.

    One can upgrade the accommodation for 4 or 5 star deluxe standard hotels, on request. When booking with Himalaya Friendly. Which will be at extra cost.

    The hotel in Kathmandu is booked according to our standard itinerary days, in Kathmandu normally will be for 3 overnights. Please remember while in Kathmandu it will be on Bed and Breakfast basis. Includes welcome or farewell dinner only.

    Food en route to Everest Base Camp

    Glorious food the most important en route trekking to Everest base camp or other adventures. To keep you fit and able to enjoy the trekking, all lodges provide comprehensive food menus of great variation. Including from breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as light snacks, refreshing drinks and bakery products in some lodge restaurants.

    Trekkers once enters the well kept dining hall, will be surprised to find various choices of foods, snacks and drinks. The breakfast menu either a set or Ala Carte: Includes eggs of choices from boiled, scramble, poached or omelet. Served with loaf, pancakes, breads toasted, or as it. is with hash brown potatoes, grilled tomato. As well cereal like oat porridge, corn flakes, and granule or muesli to enjoy with warm milk. Followed by black or milk tea, coffee milk/black and hot-chocolate, Horlicks or Bournvita the energy drinks.

    Lunch is light en route trekking, can be anywhere around the best small lodge restaurants or Tea-House. Mostly trekkers enjoy as time permitting and how hungry one is. The lunch either fried noodle with vegetable or fried rice, fried potato and eggs, noodle soups. Including Tibetan bread which is quite popular along the trekking route, or simply boiled potatoes. Fresh fruits are scarce, due to its availability and season wise, but one can have canned mixed fruits.

    Dinner to enjoy, from tomato, onion, chicken light soups followed with papadom (a crispy dry thin Indian cracker) or popcorn. The main course, from fried or boiled noodles, spaghetti, Nepal famous Dal Bhat, fried rice. Dinner can be set or La Carte’: In large group of more than 4-6 is best to have set meals, this will save fuel and time.

    Drinking Water en route to Everest Base Camp

    As for drinking water, available in all places either or mineral bottled water. One can buy from the lodge boiled and filtered water for drinking.

    On high altitude walk to keep you fit and able, drinking much water helps and supports with acclimatization. Bottled Mineral water can be quite expensive, rather to buy clean boiled water from the restaurants. As for Eco or Responsible Trekking, we do not encourage plastic bottled water it created garbage.

    Accommodation en route to Everest Base Camp

    Trekkers and visitors will be amazed and surprised with lodge’s accommodation around the Khumbu region of Everest. Trekkers have the options for various standard of lodge accommodation for overnight stops, en route to Everest Base Camp.

    From Lukla onwards to Dingboche trekkers can choose from budget, standard or luxury lodge accommodation.  From Namche Bazaar till Tengboche and few places in Dingboche, most lodges provide common bathrooms and toilets. In most places, the rooms are on a shared basis with common bathrooms and toilets. Due to harsh weather and terrain conditions. The plumbing systems for running water freezes in the morning, evening, and nighttime. Due to freezing temperatures from Namche Bazaar onward, using hot showers will be at extra cost. Especially sharing common bathrooms and toilets.
    All lodges have electricity to light the large dining room powered by local hydro or solar power.

    WI-FI Available On Everest Base Camp Trek:

    In the modern days of Hi-Tec world, where all wide-world travelers are connected with the world of social media. The most important on everyday use of internets, cell phones and Wi-Fi gadgets, which makes traveling fun and easier.

    In Nepal around big cities, towns and large villages do have all the modem facilities of Internets and Wi-Fi. But on trekking depends upon the region and overnights stops as itinerary days. For Everest Base Camp Trekking and other region of high Khumbu areas, most places offers these facilities.

    At Namche Bazaar and Lukla the Internet services is called Air link, trekkers can purchase the internet so called packages. At the cost of NRS 700 or US$ 6-7 for 24 hours service. Which cots more of NRS 1,200 or US$ 9-12) for 48 hours services.

    The internets and Wi-Fi services are available in most lodges till Gorakshep, some do charge extra. Some lodges offers free services of Wi-Fi, nevertheless one can enjoy the modern facilities along with the grand views. But remember the internets, Wi-Fi and telecommunications does not run smoothly, can be disturbing and slow. Due to the nature of landscapes terrains in deep gorges or on a hidden valley, as well as weather conditions.

    For best reliable services is to buy Everest Link or 3G to 4 G SIM Card is good for the daily use. As the weather and the areas of walking permits, on treks your guide will suggest you to buy either in Lukla or Kathmandu.

    Trekking Permits and Sagarmatha National Park Trekking Permits
    for 2024/2025.

    Including Everest base camp and various adventures. Trekking Permits is issued by the Khumbu village community known as Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Sherpa Municipality Permit. The permit is obtained on arrival in Lukla, the guide will instruct you show your passport and required PP photos.

    The cost which comes of NRS 2,000 per person, approx. US$15 as per the current exchange rate. The permit will cover for 4 weeks, for more days than declared the cost will be NRS 2,500 per person. The other permits included is Sagarmatha National Park entrance permit.

    Sagarmatha is name for Everest in Nepal, the native Sherpa call as Chomolungma of Tibetan origin. In both languages it means a great Mother as huge as an ocean. The permit is issued in the park entrance near Monjo village on the second day walk from Lukla, and Phakding.

    The cost is NRS 3,000 per person which is about US $ 22.5. For SAARC (South Asia Association for Regional Cooperation). The members are Bhutan, India, Pakistan, Sri-Lanka and Maldives, Nepal with Afghanistan and Bangladesh. The cost for SAARC is NRS 1,500 per person and for domestic Nepali trekkers is NRS 100 per person.

    Lukla Flight

    Lukla is the gateway and door to various treks and adventures around the Khumbu region, including the Everest Base Camp trek. Lukla is located above 2,860 m/9383 feet high with a unique small airport named Tenzing & Hillary. Tribute to legendary mountaineers late Tenzing and Hillary the first to summit Mt. Everest on May 29th, 1953.

    Lukla is one of the busiest domestic airports in Nepal, and thousands of trekkers, mountaineers, and adventurers fly every year. The flight operates from Kathmandu to Lukla and vice-versa, from early morning until mid-afternoon on a clear fine day. The flight hours of approx. 30-35 minutes, passengers can enjoy the glorious panorama of the Himalayan range during the flight.

    Only STOL (Short Take Off and Landing) aircraft fly to Lukla due to mountainous terrain landscapes. The aircraft models are Twin Otter, Dornier, or similar accommodate 15 to 18 passengers with two pilots and an air hostess.

    New Updates Lukla Flight Diversion From Ramechhep

    In the last few years, the Nepal Tourism Department and Civil Aviation have diverted the Lukla flight from Manthali Airport, Ramechap. In the high seasons of spring and autumn, a mass flow of trekkers flies to Lukla for various adventures around Khumbu.

    Lukla is the busiest airport for a domestic flight in Nepal.
    Where more than 10-12 flight shuttles are required in a day to ferry the trekkers mountaineers and staff. The best option and only alternative way of flying in and out from Ramechap is Manthali airport. All trekkers traveling to Lukla, be prepared well in advance having some spare extra days. Needs to drive for a few hours to Ramechap Manthali, as well as on the way back from Lukla.

    At present due to recent heavy floods and landslides the road to Ramechap and Manthali Town airport is obstructed. The heavy rain damaged public property and even life of dozens of locals. At present, the B.P. Highway is under construction after being damaged by a landslide and flood. The overland journey from Kathmandu to Manthali, Ramechap takes more than 6-8 hours at present road conditions.

    Altitude Sickness on Everest Base Camp Trek

    The most common sickness that can occur on Everest Base Camp Trekking is HAS (High Altitude Sickness). It is quite common to trek above 3,000 m or 10,000 feet high, trekkers need to take precautions. Walking slow and having good rest in between the treks, especially above 3,000 meters high. Most trekking itineraries include a spare day for acclimatization at certain heights, like in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche. It is very important to get acclimatized well before heading upper ground towards Everest base camp.

    Normally our guide takes care of each client and with precautionary measures regarding the altitude on treks. However, some might get mild sickness from high altitudes. In case of a severe and bad situation, the patient is brought down to a safe altitude. For very sick people immediate evacuation by any means of fast transportation. The only quickest way is taking a Helicopter Service to bring the victim back to Kathmandu for treatment in the best hospitals. For this type of incidence occurs, where all trekkers are informed regarding the Travel and Medical Insurance to cover all the extra expenses incurred in this situation.

    Everest view Hotel Above Namche Bazaar for Acclimatization

    Most trekkers spend an extra overnight in Namche Bazaar, with an altitude at 3,440 m/11,286 feet high. Which makes an ideal and perfect spot for acclimatization, before heading towards Everest base camp.
    The best hike for acclimatization is to Everest View Hotel, located at the height of 3,900 m /12,795 feet. Situated high above Namche Bazaar and Khumjung Village on a ridge covered in beautiful rhododendrons, firs, and pine woods. It takes an hour to climb from Namche Bazaar to reach Syangboche, a place with an old short airstrip. The walk continues with gradual ups to Everest View Hotel, designated in the Guinness World Record. It is the world’s highest hotel, where trekkers can enjoy grand views of Mt. Everest while enjoying a warm cup of refreshments.

    Nakarsung Ridge Acclimatize Hike from Dingboche

    Several high places to explore on rest days for short and longer hiking to support acclimatization. The best and shortest is the climb up to Nagkartshang Ridge top, one of the popular viewpoints for grand mountain panorama.
    Start the morning hike after a good breakfast, from the lodge at Dingboche, and follow the guide uphill. Reaching above Imjatse Valley and Dingboche settlement, the first top is festooned with Buddhist monuments and prayer flags.

    The climb continues to steep haul on a small path covered in juniper and azalea bushes. Slowly the climb reaches on top of Nagkartshang ridge at 5,083 m high, enjoy the spectacular views of nearby peaks. Includes Ama Dablam, Island Peak, Nuptse, and Lhotse at close distance with views of Mt. Makalu towards the east.

    Everest Base Camp Trek 15 days package cost

    Everest base camp trek for 15 days’ package cost, totally depends upon the group sizes. From minimum of 1-2 persons to above 3-5 and more, due to logistic supports and services rendered on booking. More people in the group makes the cost slightly lower, like sharing hotel or lodge rooms.

    For 1-2 pax requires a guide and porter, for above 3-4 pax it will be the same number of staff. This makes the Everest base camp trek for 15 days’ package cost a great difference among fellow trekking members.
    While the flight to Lukla and back, accommodation and food, applicable trekking and national park permits. It will be the same cost what ever the number of pax is in the group.

    Travel insurance

    Travel and Medical Insurance is mandatory in every treks and adventures around the Himalayas. Including trek to Everest base camp, the travel and medical insurances as a precautionary measure. In case of unfortunate incidence and accidents or sudden illness, which can occur anytime, anywhere.
    Travel Insurance in case of flight delays and cancellation where members may have to encounter an extra cost. Likewise chartering for Helicopter service, as well unexpected road block due to landslide and avalanches. Where one can get reimburse from your travel insurance. Similarly, in case of sudden illness or health problem can lead to quit the trek. On this circumstances, members need an immediate evacuation by fastest means of transportations, the best is calling for helicopter service. For all the extra expenses can claim from your respective medical insurance back home. The company can provide a supporting letter as medical certificated for insurance claim.

    Additional expenses for Everest Base Camp Trek

    On booking with Himalayan Friendly, as per the package cost provided by the company. Which includes arrival and departures transportation for domestic or international flight to and from Kathmandu. Hotel and lodge accommodation in tourist standard hotels in Kathmandu and on trekking. Full board with 3 times meals, treks with services of guide and porters or pack animals. As well as applicable trekking and park permits.

    The extra or additional expenses is for personal items buying souvenirs, tipping of staff. Extra drinks and snacks besides main meals, in Kathmandu paying for lunch and dinner.

    Conclusion

    Everest base camp trekking is one of the most renowned adventure destinations around the globe. A lifetime dreams for most travelers to stand beneath the towering world’s highest peak Mt. Everest.

    Everest base camp trekking is enjoyable, exciting and full of energetic exercise as well as making you feel healthy. Trekking above 3,000 to 5,000 meters’ altitude makes your spirit high, in the harmony of gorgeous giant mountain backdrop.
    Besides grand glorious views of beautiful landscapes and scenery, trekkers will experience colorful and impressive Sherpa cultures. Which makes this trekking fruitful and meaningful, as well as the best adventure holiday around the Himalayas.

    Packing List 

    Himalaya Friendly is always safe for our clients on trekking and hiking. Trekking Equipment List which the trekkers will need during their trekking.

    Clothing

    • Insulated Jacket
    • Down Jacket
    • Windproof and waterproof jacket and pant
    • Thermal inner dress
    • Trekking pants and trousers
    • Trekking shirts
    • Breathable underwears

    Head and Hand

    • Scarf or cap
    • Warm hat
    • Sunhat
    • Sunglasses ( recommend a UV protection)
    • Lightweight gloves( recommend a thermal gloves)
    • Windproof and waterproof gloves

    Footwear

    • Slippers
    • Trekking boots
    • Hiking socks
    • Warm woolen socks
    • Gaiter

    Personal items

    • Toothpaste and toothbrush
    • Soap
    • Sanitaizer
    • 1 to 2 towel
    • Body moisturizer
    • Sunscreen cream
    • Toiletries
    • Wet wipes
    • Small mirror
    • Lip balm

    Other gears

    • Sleeping bag
    • Trekking poles
    • Water purification tablets
    • First Aid kits
    • Backpack
    • Water bottle
    • Lighter or matchbox
    • Binoculars

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    FAQ

    1 .) Everest Base Camp Worth Trek?

    Certainly it is an adventures of a lifetime experience to stand beneath the towering world’s highest peak. It is one of the dreams to millions travelers being close to Mt. Everest. It is a scenic trekking, where you will be enclosed by giant snow peaks. In the close backdrop of beautiful local cultures with warm hospitality of the Sherpa, the highlanders of Everest and Eastern Himalayas.

    2 .) How Cold Is At Everest Base Camp?

    The temperatures and climate, depending upon seasonal wise, spring are quite warm during the day. About maximum 15 to 25° Celsius during the day from

    10 am till 2 pm. Afternoon can get windy adding wind-chill factor, the minimum temperatures will be -0 to -10° Celsius. In the morning, late afternoon and nighttime, as well in shades away from the sunlight.

    3 .) How Hard And Difficult Is Everest Base Camp Trek?

    Everest base camp trek is not that hard nor difficult, the route and trail are straightforward. Depending upon the trekker’s fitness, the walk leads on gradual winding path with few short steep ups and down. The climb to Namche Bazaar is quite tiring but can be easier, taking it slow with enough short rest.

    The other steep climb of few hours to Tengboche Monastery, but enjoyable with uphill through lovely forest. Rest of the walk leads to gradual ups, the only hard and difficult. Most trekkers might feel tough, is due to the gain in altitude, but taking slowly will be the best. The last final tough climb is to Kalapathar Hilltop for closest views of Mt. Everest. Rest of the walks on the way back is easier with few short ups and more downhill to enjoy to reach Lukla.

    4 .) Has Anyone Lost Their On Everest Base Camp Trek?

    Very rarely and few trekkers have lost their life in the past decades, on trekking on their own without guide. At present the situation has changed no trekkers are allowed to trek on their own, for safety purpose. Trekkers do catch HAS (High Altitude Sickness), but fades soon after getting acclimatized with rest days.

    For very sick person, are air lifted on a helicopter to the hospital in Kathmandu, Since the Government made rules for foreign trekkers to be accompanied by local guide. From then no incident of death has been recorded so far since the trekkers has to trek with a guide.

    5 .) When Is The Best Time To Visit Everest Base Camp?

    Spring and autumn/fall are the best seasons for trekking to Everest base camp, as well as for all Himalayan destinations. Spring is the high times for trek to Everest base camp, as for the mountaineering expeditions. The spring begins in March and ends in May. The next right season is autumn/fall starts from September last till November, but much cold morning, and night time. Interested trekkers can enjoy Everest base camp trekking during winter season also, despite the freezing temperatures, morning and night time. But most days are fine for views and pleasant walks.

    6 .) Where Is Mount Everest Camp Located?

    There are two base camps for Mt. Everest, as the mountain straddles the borders between Nepal and Tibet, China. The North Base Camp is near Rongbuk in South East Tibet, the most popular is South Base Camp. Located in the district of Solu-Khumbu around Nepal Far North Mid-East. Approx. 300 km or 187 miles from

    the capital city Kathmandu, takes about 11 to 12 days round trips from Lukla to Lukla with flights both ways.

    7 .) Is There Money Exchange Route To Everest Base Camp?

    Money exchanges are available, in few place along the routes like in Lukla and Namche Bazaar. Where Government Regisrated Bank and ATM exists, trekkers can change the money in these banks and draw money through ATM.

    From Lukla and Namche Bazaar there are no money exchange counter or banks. But some lodge owners do accept foreign currencies with Nepali money as per the official rates or little bit higher.

    8 .) What type of accommodation is available on the EBC Trek?

    The lodge accommodations around the Khumbu region of Everest region, at designated overnight stops. Overnight accommodation as per the itinerary, staying in the comfort of the best lodge accommodation, where possible.
    The lodge accommodation and food are the best around Khumbu areas en route to Everest Base Camp. The lodge accommodations from Namche Bazaar onwards are simple with nice and cozy rooms.
    From Namche Bazaar to Tengboche and a few places like Dingboche, most lodges, provide common bathrooms and toilets. In most lodges, the rooms are on a sharing basis and with common bathrooms and toilets due to harsh terrain conditions. The plumbing systems for running water freeze in the morning, evening, and nighttime. Due to freezing temperatures from Namche Bazaar onward, using hot showers is at an extra cost.
    All lodges have electricity to light the large dining room powered by local hydro or solar power. For charging electronic items, at an extra cost per hour and for each gadget.
    Trekking around the Khumbu region from Lukla to Everest Base Camp offers various standard Lodge accommodations. From budget to tourist standard and luxury lodges, interested people can upgrade the standard of accommodation by booking with Himalayan Friendly (P) Ltd.

    9 .) What kind of toilet facilities are available during the EBC Trek?

    Toilet facilities in all lodges are clean, either staying in rooms with attached toilets and bathroom. At present most lodges provides western style of sitting toilets, only in few smaller lodge have old style squatting toilets.

    But after Namche Bazaar only few lodges offers attached bath and toilets, most lodges till Gorakshep with common toilets and bathrooms.

    This is due to harsh terrains and landscapes, and freezing temperatures during morning, late afternoon and nighttime. The water plumbing systems freeze, which will be hard to flush. This is why most lodges have common toilets outside from the lodges.

    10 .) What is the walking pace during trek?

    The average pace of walking is 2 miles per hour. But It can be increased or decreased according to your comfort.

    11 .) How Much Money Do I Need For Everest Base Camp Trek?

    The money to carry as per one needs for personal expenses, when booked for the full package with Himalayan Friendly. Accommodation and foods are included that is breakfast, lunch and dinner as per the trip cost. Including the services of guide and porters, the only extra is for own personal expenses.

    Like using hot showers, charging electronic items, as well for extra snacks and drinks. As well tipping the guide and porters at the end of trekking, if you enjoy the services of the staff. Normally carrying at the average of US$ 20 per day for own personal requirement. On top extra money for as gratitude for the staff, about US$ 75 It also depends upon the size of group, which make the tipping easier than on smaller groups of trekkers. The rest is for emergency purposes in case the flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, get delayed or cancelled. Due to bad and unfavorable weather, might have to use helicopter services as well. Where your insurance should cover, if needed.

    12 .) Can I buy trekking gear from Kathmandu?

    Yes, you can buy trekking gear from Kathmandu. Thamel is the best place to buy trekking gear.

    13 .) What are the options if the flight to Lukla gets canceled or delayed? 

    In case of flight delayed or leads to cancellation, depending upon the trekkers holiday duration in Nepal. The company will assure you to take a chance next day’s either in Kathmandu or return flight from Lukla.

    The best options is to arrange for Helicopter, which can land below or at Lukla, depending upon the weather. As well as with the landing and take-off visibility, trekkers can share the cost with group members at extra cost.

    Which is to be claimed from your Travel Insurance, where Himalayan Friendly will provide a letter. Regarding of the flight circumstances, this will support to get reimbursement from your concerned Insurance companies back home.

    14 .) Can I or Can I not leave my luggage in Kathmandu whilst on the trek?

    Yes. You absolutely can.

    Trekking in Kathmandu? No worries! Leave your luggage at the hotel and enjoy a hassle-free adventure. The friendly hotel staff will keep your belongings safe and sound for free. So, say goodbye to heavy loads and hello to carefree trekking!

    15 .) Can I customize treks on the written plan and cost ?

    We value your goal and always give first priority of what you want. So easily you can customize any trekking area according to you interest, time, we are quite flexible to customize your trekking as your request as can as possible.

    Written plan in webpage may not work out for you sometime because of your interest and time or you want to extra days somewhere you like. This is most asked question for us and please feel free and we always customize or make any itinerary according to you interest, time.

    16 .) What is the limitation of weight for the Lukla flight?

    Ready for the Lukla flight? Remember, there’s a weight limit. You can bring up to 15 kg of baggage, including your hand-carry and trekking gear. So pack light and smart for an epic adventure!

     

    17 .) Do I need prior hiking experiences for trekking?

    Some exercises are important before the hitting the mountain, everyday running for 1 hour for few weeks, jugging, and Gym and stay active and proper food with high carb as well as jumping.

    Hiking up and down every day makes your muscle strong and keep fit your body. Move around your body, push up and down, play food ball, volley ball and other game which gives you physical exercises.

    Well mental preparation plays main roles to trek in Himalayas. Be positive with mountains, get enough information regarding the coming trek. And Planning well to get ready to climb up and down.

    18 .) Can I get Nepal's Visa upon arrival in Tribhuvan airport?

    Tourists easily can apply their Nepali Visa upon the arrival in Tribhuvan Airport.  It may take a few 30 minutes because same time a lot of tourists in the same process to obtain the Nepali Visa in Nepal Airport.

    What you can do is please fill the all details to apply the Nepali Visa before landing the Tribhuvan Airport.  It help you to obtain visa quicker than usual. You should bring passport photo copy and passport size Photo to apply the Nepali visa in the Nepal Airport.

    19 .) Can I get hot shower in trekking?

    You get warm and nice hot shower every day if you want. Every guest house they have hot shower service, mostly you get hot shower which runs by electricity or cooking gas.

    Per shower, per person cost $5 USD. In some trekking region such as Dolpo, Manaslu, Kanchejanga and other remote area them don not have proper hot shower but provide hot buckets water for shower.

    20 .) Do I need travel insurance to trek in mountains?

    We value the safety of yours in mountain or anywhere in Nepal.  So, highly suggested to bring travel insurance to cover mighty accident or if anything went wrong to anybody in unexpected ways in remote trekking route. Travel insurance help you to cover your expenditure if you need emergency rescue from mountain to nearest hospital or treatment in Nepal.

    Equally travel insurance give you mentally secure and you will find life is safe with travel insurance

    21 .) Is someone going to pick me up at the airport?

    When you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, our Himalayan Friendly crew will be there to greet you with open arms. They’ll make sure your transition from the airport to your hotel is super smooth. We’re all about starting your journey on a positive note, so you can count on our dedicated team to assist you at every step.

     

    22 .) What kinds of sleeping bag should I bring for trekking?

    Minus 10 sleeping bags require from September to November and minus 20 sleeping bags require from early December to mid- January). In case of the weather change in high mountain then you get extra banket.

    23 .) Can I upgrade to a helicopter from Kathmandu to Lukla? How much does it cost?

    Yes, you can.

    You have the incredible opportunity to upgrade to a helicopter ride from Kathmandu to Lukla. By booking in advance, you can secure your spot for this thrilling adventure. The cost for this unforgettable experience is USD 450 per person for a one-way flight. Also don’t forget that you’re merely a passenger rather than a charter so there will be other people in the flight with a maximum of 5 people.

    Opting for a helicopter ride not only adds excitement to your travel plans but also ensures the quickest and most reliable transportation through the majestic Himalayas. So, get ready to say goodbye to long drives and hello to breathtaking aerial views!

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