Everest Base Camp Trek is proposed to fulfill the dream of many people to experience the significant route to the base of the world´s Highest Peak in the World.
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- Duration 13 days
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- English, Nepali, Chinese, Spanish
- Private group
Experience
Highlights
- Embark on a journey to the base of mighty Mt. Everest – Everest Base Camp
- Immerse in the lively culture and tradition of the Sherpa community
- Adventurous and scenic flight to Lukla
- Chilling beauty of the Khumbu Glacier and Khumbu Icefalls
Full description
Trek Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport
Upon arrival at the airport, enjoy a private transfer to Flock Hostels in Kathmandu.
Day 2: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2610m)
Take an exciting and adventurous flight to Lukla from Kathmandu with beautiful views of the landscape and snow-capped mountains and start our trek to Phakding.
Day 3: Trek to Namche Bazar(3440m)
Following the Dudh Koshi valley, climb up to Namche Bazaar, the ideal resting spot for tourists and local Sherpas. Enjoy panoramic views of the Everest Region with its rhododendron forests and snow-capped peaks.
Day 4: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazar
Day 5: Trek to Tengboche (3870m);5hours
After a beautiful day at Namche, you again resume your Everest Base Camp Trek by heading to Tengboche. The trek between these two points is quite challenging due to the elevation gain, but the beautiful views and spiritualism will make up for it.
Day 6: Trek to Dingboche (4410m);5 Hours walk
The Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche will be quite a beautiful one as you walk through the glacier river and view several snow-capped peaks.
Day 7: Another rest and acclimatization day in Dingboche
Day 8: Trek to Lobuche (4910m) 5-6 hours walk
Today's trek takes you to Lobuche, the second-highest village on this trail. On this day, you will also view the famous Khumbu Glacier as you walk alongside it for most of the day.
Day 9:Trek to Gorakshep(5160m);2-3 Hours Walk
Before reaching EBC, you hike to Gorak Shep first, the highest village on this trail. This place is the closest to the EBC itself.
Day 10: Hike Up to Kalapathar (5545m) and trek to Pheriche 5-6 Hours Walk
The Everest Base Camp trek is incomplete without hiking up to Kala Patthar. This beautiful peak hovers above the beautiful village of Gorak Shep and is one of the best viewpoints in the Khumbu region.
Day 11: Trek to Namche (3870m);6-7 hours walk
For the trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar, you will be descending to a lower elevation, but there will be several ups and downs on this day.
Day 12: Trek to Lukla(2800m);7-8 hours walk
Your time in the Everest region will now come to an end as you head back to Lukla today. After having a hearty breakfast, you check out from the lodge and make your way down through the stepping stones.
Day 13: Adios Everest; Fly to Kathmandu
Today your Everest Base Camp Trek comes to a halt. You wake up early and catch a flight back to Kathmandu. You will view the beautiful sceneries of the Himalayas for a final time before arriving at the capital. After reaching here, your guide will drop you at the Hotel and end the Everest Base Camp Trek.
Includes
- Airport Pickup and drop during arrival and departure.
- 2 nights' standard accommodation in Kathmandu (on arrival day and a day after the trekking) at 3 Star Hotel.
- Government-registered licensed local Sherpa trekking guide.
- Salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transportation, and insurance for the guide.
- All necessary paperwork and permits that is required for the trek.
- Clean and hygienic accommodation in Tea houses during the trek.
- Food (includes Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trekking.
- Altheisure Tshirt, Sleeping and Trekking Poles.
- Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu round flight fare and domestic airport transfer.
- All the bar bills- Alcoholic beverages, Sodas & Packed Drinking water bottles
- Hot shower, hot water, internet, phone calls during trekking.
- Personal and rescue travel insurance.
- Rescue operation charge in case of emergency. (if not covered by insurance)
- Any cost that arises due to a change of itinerary, flight delay, natural calamities, etc.
- Token of Gratitude and tips for guides and porters.
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