21/02/2019
EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK
We have a expertise on this trail ,mostly adventurous amazing view of Himalaya and landscape.
Overview:
Everest Base Camp, a trek of lifetime, attracts adventure seeker and feeds their soul with a fascinating journey through the Himalayas. Also known as south base camp, Everest Base camp lies at an altitude of 5,364 meters and is one of the most popular and captivating routes in the Himalayan region of Nepal. The Classical Everest Base camp trek offers you to explore the surrounding Sagarmatha National Park while providing the majestic Vistas of Mt. Everest (8.848m), Mt.Lhotse (8,516m), Mt. Makalu (8,4740m) and Cho Oyu (8,201m) - 4 of the Earth's 10 tallest Peaks. First Conquered by Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary in 1953, EBC trek is not only one of the most beautiful Alpine journeys of Nepal but also a matter of glory and pride. It is a semblance of adventure, excitement and thrill.
The uniquely harmonious blend of natural splendor, fascinating culture of Sherpa community along with their warm hospitality makes EBC trek one of the most unforgettable and incomparable treks in the world. The journey begins with an exploration of ancient Kathmandu Valley followed by an awe-inspiring flight to reach Lukla over alluring Panorama of Mountains. Gradually you would experience the breathtaking scenery of the Khumbu valley. Our experienced, knowledgeable and friendly guides and porters will ensure you the safest, most enjoyable and most memorable journeys possible that you will relish every single moment and cherish the memories forever.
(Who can Trek?)
As challenging as the name may sound, Everest Base Camp trek is not that difficult in fact. The pains and aches which some may feel initially would subside gradually leaving the delightful trove of memories. People of all ages, shapes and sizes have successfully completed the EBC trek over the years. However, Sound Health and physical fitness with minimum of 10 years and maximum of 70 years of age on an average is highly advisable though there is no official Everest Base camp age limit. No serious health issues and mid-range fitness is highly recommended.
In order to prevent altitude sickness, ample acclimatization, good food, enough sleep and staying hydrated is given high importance during the trek. People who follow the standard route itinerary, acclimatize well and monitor their symptoms like -nausea, dizziness, vomiting and headache- will not suffer from any sort of altitude sickness. EBC trek does not require any technical expertise or mountaineering skills. However, we recommend a few 4 to 6 hours trek at home to get used to walking longer hours with light pack. Some regular exercises prior to embarking on the trek like jogging, swimming, aerobics would enhance your flexibility and endurance level.
(Best Season)
The spring season or the pre monsoon (February - May) and Post- monsoon (September- December) are perfect for trekking and sightseeing. Especially, February through May is considered the peak season due to the perfect weather with clear views of mountain and verdant hillside covered with rhododendron. Also, September, October and November will provide clear and spectacular views of mountains. The region during December- February can be described as very cold having shorter days. But it is entirely possible to trek during these months. It is suggested to expect cold temperature (higher up -20c/-41F to -30C/-22F) and prepare well with the correct gear. The monsoon season is in full swing from June - August making it difficult to trek due to slipper trails and short, sharp downpours.
(Hotels)
There are a variety of hotels and lodges along the Everest Base Camp Trail. At the beginning, our accommodation includes the features of private rooms, in-room shower, flush toilets, heating blankets and electric lights. Lodges offer local food like dal, Bhaat as well as western-style dishes like Pizza, spaghetti, cake, noodles etc. As you go higher, the facilities are more basic and the price more costly due the high cost of transporting the supplies.
Highlights
Sight-seeing of the capital city- Kathmandu that boasts Hindu temples, beautiful Buddhist monasteries, architecture, parks and hills.
Explore the cultural insights, traditions, enjoy the amazing bonhomie and experience the lifestyle of world's famous Sherpa community,
Acclimatization in Namche Bazaar, the cradle of Sherpa Culture, is itself a major touristic hub with alluring peaks like Kongde Ri, Thamarku in the background. It is a beautiful mountain town itself lying at an altitude of 3,440 metres.
Climb up to Kalapatar leads to the jaw-dropping views of world Tallest Mount Everest during a day stay in Gorakshep.
Breathtaking views of serenely beautiful Gokyo Lake, The Gokyo Ri, and Magnetic Mountain Peaks like the Ama Dablam, Mount Tawache and Nuptse
Visit Historic Tengboche Monastry as the anchor of spiritual centre in the region
Sagarmatha National Park is another major highlight of Everest Base Camp Trek with its entrance point in Jorsalle Village. Enlisted in UNESCO World's heritage, it is the world's highest national park which starts from an altitude of 2,800 meters to 8,848 meters. You can explore natural vegetation, varieties of flora and fauna; and endangered wildlife such as Snow Leopard, Red panda and so on.
Enjoy astounding views of khumbu icefalls and glaciers.
Step in the base of the world's tallest Mountain and feel its radiating exuberance.
Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1345m/4412ft)
Upon arriving at the airport, our Adventure Alpine Gorkha Treks and Exp.Ltd representative would meet you. They would transfer you to (which) hotel, introduce your trekking guide and ensure the necessities.
Overnight in Kathmandu at Hotel with included all standard meals.
Day 2: Trip arrangements, meeting with staff and sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley
Spend the day sightseeing the cultural wonders and fascinating markets of Kathmandu City. Back to hotel in the afternoon and final trek preparation.
Overnight in Kathmandu at (which) Hotel with included all standard meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
Day 3: Short flight to Lukla (2840m/9320ft)–Trek to Phakding (2610m/8560 ft)–approximately 3.5 hours
Our journey towards Everest Base Camp would begin after landing at the Tenzing Hillary Airport at Lukla. We will begin our trek through chaurikharka Village; descent towards Dudkhosi Ghat (village of Lukla) till we reach Phakding. The first day of trek would be short and enjoyable that would prepare us for the long trek the next day.
Overnight at the best possible lodge/hotel at Phakding
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11290 ft) – Approximately 6 hrs
Through the northern part of the Dudh Koshi River, the trail advances passing the beautiful pine forest, suspension bridges, including the Hillary suspension Bridge. We will arrive Jorasale Village, entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park where we will have our permits registered. Upon climbing through dense forest, we will glimpse the alluring sight of Mt. Everest and Mt. Nuptse. Trekking further, we will finally arrive at Namche Bazaar bedecked with cobblestone streets, shops and mountains. It is the last town on the trek before reaching base camp. We spend two nights acclimatizing here.
Overnight at the best possible lodge/hotel at Phakding.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Acclimatization day trip around Namche Bazaar.
It will be acclimatization day. You would explore Namche Bazaar. The town comprises cafes, restaurants, ATMs and gear shops. Moreover, we have an optional hike to visit the Sagarmath National Park Visitor's Centre, hike to Khumjng towards Khunde. We would explore the Sherpa settlement, their age-old remarkable culture, lifestyle and traditions. The views of everest, Thamserku, Kantega and Ama Dablam are spectacular.
Overnight at the best possible lodge/hotel at Phakding
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 6: Trek to Tengboche (3860m/12660 ft) – Approximately five hours
The trail is full of up and down that allows the magnetic views of the Himalaya. We will be spotting wildlife on the way such as Musk Deer, Danphe pheasant, Himalayan Thar. Further trekking down to the Dudh Koshi River, we will reach a small village called Phanki Tenga (3,230m/10,663 ft), the lowest point north of Namche Bazaar. Continuing ahead, we will reach a beautiful monastery, Tengboche Monastry situated on a hill at a confluence of the Dudh Koshi and the Imja Khola River. In the afternoon we will visit the Monastry and observe the prayers there.
Overnight at the best possible lodge/hotel at Tengboche
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 7: Trek to Dingboche (4360m/14300 ft.) – Approx. 5 hrs.
We will be heading Debuche passing many Chortens, Mani walls and small villages on our way. We will ascend to Panboche Village; see the magical views of the Peak Ama Dablam over there. Crossing the Lobuche River we would reach Dingboche. It is a scattered stone village, with beautiful arrangements field fenced by stone walls protecting crops like buckwheat, barley and potatoes by the local people. Due to the higher elevation, the trek will be comparatively challenging.
Overnight at the best possible lodge/hotel at Dingboche
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 8: Acclimatization day trip around Dingboche.
The second scheduled acclimatization day at Dingboche would give time to adjust at the higher elevation. We will have our acclimatization walking up the Nangkartshang Gompa, enjoying the captivating panoramic views of Peak Lhotse, ama Dablam and Makalu. On the North, we can observe the beautiful Dingboche Village.
Overnight at the best possible lodge/hotel at Dingboche
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 9: Dingboche to Lobuche (4940m/16207 ft) – Approx. 5 hrs.
The trail to Lobuche leads to a short uphill to a ridge with the views of Taboche and Cholatse. Moving higher, we ascend to Thukla which affords partial view of absolutely breathtaking Lobuche.The trek also offers bewitching views of Khumbutse, Lingtren and Pumore along with the memorial stone statues of the climbers who passed away.
Overnight at the best possible lodge/hotel at Lobuche
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5300m/17400 ft) – back to Gorak Shep (5170m/16961ft).
Finally with much excitement and fervour, we will begin our early morning trek towards the Everest Base Camp. We will follow the lateral moraine of the khumbu Glacier. Upon arriving at Gorak Shep, we can see snow-capped mountains around. After much effort of trekking, we will proudly set our foot on the highest peak of the world. Spending some time there, we will see the deepest glacier in the world; Khumbu Glacier. We'll head back to Gorak Shep in the evening, successfully completing our tenth day of Everest Base Camp Trek.
Overnight at the best possible lodge/hotel at Gorak shep
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 11: Hike up to Kala Pattar (5545m/18192 ft) then trek to Pheriche (4270m/14070 ft) – Approx. 7 hours.
Early in the morning, we take a 4-hour climp up Kala Pattar, to 18,513 ft/5,643m. The summit is the highest point on the trek, and it gives an extraordinary view of Everest (8,848m/29,028ft), along with Pumori (7,145m/23,443ft), Lingtren (6,697m/21,973ft), Khumbutse (6,623m/21,730ft), Changtse (7,550m/24,772 ft), Lhotse (8,516/27,941ft) and Nuptse (7,861m/25,792ft) and Cho Oyo (8,201m/26907ft). Then, dropping down to the Khumbu Glacier Moraine, we will reach Pheriche Village, the small beautiful village for a warmer night.
Overnight at the best possible lodge/hotel at Pheriche
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 12: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11290 ft) – 6 hours approximate
The trail to Namche Bazaar descends from Debouche to Tengboche through a beautiful forest it follows a long descent to Phunki Thenga passing prayer flags hung along the way. After arriving Namche Bazaar, we will head to our lodges and rest.
Overnight at the best possible lodge/hotel at Namche Bazaar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 13: Namche to Lukla (2840m/9320 ft.) – Approx. 6 hrs.
In the morning of our last day trekking, we descend to more comfortable altitudes from Jorsale to Cheplung. Finally, we ascend towards Lukla with the final 700m trek.
Overnight at the best possible lodge/hotel at Lukla
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 14: Fly back to Kathmandu
We will be flying back to Kathmandu early morning after breakfast. Upon the arrival to Kathmandu, we will be heading towards our hotel and then it is up to you what you wish to do.
Overnight in Kathmandu at (which) Hotel with breakfast
Day 15: Rest day Shopping/ Leisure
You can relax or wander around Kathmandu city. Upon your request, we can arrange a Kathmandu city tour of UNESCO world Heritage sites, Durbar squares, tourist places.
Overnight in Kathmandu at (which) Hotel with breakfast
Day 16: Departure or extend your stay in Nepal
After breakfast, transfer to Tribhuwan International Airport to board your flight home.
Note: All trekking hours and distances mentioned here are approximate. It is possible that the strong winds, patchy clouds and thick fog (mostly in the winter) may result in the delay of domestic flights (Kathmandu/Lukla) for a few hours or even cancelled for a day or more. It is highly recommended to apportion one or two days for spare in case your flights get cancelled.
