Everest Base Camp Trek

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Everest Base Camp Trek - 15 Days
The Everest Base Camp Trek is undoubtedly the
definitive trek in the Himalayas. It is one of
the most famous trails not only in Nepal, but in
the world. Place yourself in history by hiking
along the same path that Edmund Hillary and
Tenzing Norgay walked as they made their famous
ascent to the summit of Mount Everest (8848
meters / 29,029 feet). The trek is sure to wear
you out, but the tiresome feeling is temporary.
The sense of achievement that you feel when you
reach base camp lasts forever. On the Everest
Base Camp Trek, each day brings a new level of
adventure and a completely new mountain
perspective. From the very first day, the
excitement begins. The flight from Kathmandu to
Lukla (via the most dangerous airport in the
world - Tenzing-Hillary Airport) is quite the
thrill. Breathe in the clean air as you make your
way towards Namche Bazaar. Just before reaching
this trekker hub, your heart rate rises as you
catch your first glimpse of Mount Everest. Before
you know it, the time comes to ascend to Everest
Base Camp (5380 meters). Admire the famous Khumbu
Icefall and panoramic Mountain View. Though, the
best view is yet to come. The following day, we
hike even further up to Kala Patthar (5545
meters). From this tip top point, you have what
is considered the best viewpoint of Mount Everest
in the entire Himalaya. Throughout the trek, you
will also get amazing views of Ama Dablam,
Lhotse, Makalu, and many more soaring peaks. Of
course, the mountain views of the Everest region
are out of this world and they are the main
reason why people visit the area. However, the
Everest region would not be what it is today
without Sherpas. The Solu-Khumbu region is home
to this ethnic group - Buddhists that migrated
from the Tibetan plateau in the 15th century.
They are known not only for their unprecedented
climbing abilities, but also for their
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genuine hospitality. Take the Everest Base Camp
Trek for the mountain views and become captivated
by the delightful Sherpa people. Ask us about any
special happenings during the year in the Khumbu
region to add some more excitement to the
journey. For example, the festival Mani Rimdu is
takes place at Tengboche Monastery during the 9th
month of the Tibetan calendar, which usually in
October or November during the full moon. We can
arrange for you to be there during this time. You
do not need anything mountaineering experience,
nor do you need any background in tent camping to
give this once in a lifetime trek a chance. All
you need is strong self-confidence and willpower
to make it to the top. You do not need a certain
level of fitness to finish. All you need is a
slow and steady pace, which our itinerary allows
for.
You can take the Everest Base Camp Trek all
throughout the year. The best times to make the
trip, though, are during the spring (March to
May) and autumn (September to November) seasons.
These seasons provide the best weather and
clearest skies, not to mention that during the
springtime, rhododendron and other alpine flowers
are in bloom.
Highlights of the Trek
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Trek to the foot of breathtaking Everest,
the world's highest mountain. Set out on
challenging hikes to Kala Pattar (18,192'),
Nangkartshang Peak (16,672') and Everest Base
Camp (17,590'). Explore Sherpa villages and
the ancient Thami and Tengboche monasteries.
Visit a school established by Sir Edmund Hillary
in the mountain village of Khumjung. Trek
through one of the highest trekking trails in the
world. Inspiring views of Mount Everest
other giants, Khumbu Icefall. Hike up to
Kala Patthar(5555m), Everest Base Camp(5365m)
traverse the Khumbu Glacier. Walk past the
Sagarmatha National Park. Experience Sherpa
Culture.
Outline Itinerary of the Trek Day 01 Welcome to
Kathmandu, Nepal. Our representative will pick
you up from the airport with putting garland on
your neck which traditionally means you are
welcome. Then you will be driven to the hotel.
After refresh you will be briefed either hotel or
at our office for your trip. At last if you will
have time you can roam around at Thamel
market. Max. Altitude 1340m
Accommodation Hotel
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Food Breakfast
Place Kathmandu
Day 02 Fly to Lukla 45 minutes and trek to
Phakding about 3 hours. Early in the morning our
guide with vehicle will pick you up for the
airport to fly to Lukla. During the flight you
will enjoy the mind-blowing scenery of Everest
and Rolwaling region. After reaching Lukla it
will take some to arrange baggage then head to
Phakding. On the way you will face natural
diversity like Sherpa village, Jungle, Glacier
River, Suspension bridge etc. Max. Altitude
2652m Accommodation Tea House Food Breakfast,
Lunch and Dinner Place Phakding
Day 03 Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar about
6 hours. After our breakfast the trek begins
following the bank of Dudhkoshi River till
Jorsalle then crossing suspension bridge we head
to Namche through the Jungle which is all the way
up. Namche is a gateway of Everest and the
biggest bazaar of the region. Max. Altitude
3440m Accommodation Tea House Food Breakfast,
Lunch and Dinner
Place Namche Bazaar
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Day 04 Acclimatization day at Namche
Bazaar Namche bazaar is known as capital of
Khumbu region as well as gateway of Mt Everest.
Perhaps Namche is a highest mountain city which
is modernize and facilitated city like pub, bank,
hospital, and bar all available. Today we do some
side hiking trip by hiking to Everest viewpoint
Hotel (3880m) from where we can see spectacular
view of Mt. Everest, Mt Lhotse, Nuptse, Mt Ama
Dablam and many more. Max. Altitude
3440m Accommodation Tea House Food Breakfast,
Lunch and Dinner
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Place Namche Bazaar
Day 05 Trek from Namche to Tyangboche about 6
hours. Today after breakfast we will begins our
trek with extra energy. Due to scenario of snow
capped mountain and alpine forest it makes
automatic excitement/ After 3 hour walk we will
have lunch at Fungi Thanga then head up to
Tyangboche by crossing rhododendron forest.
Tyangboche is very popular for it's more than
hundred years old monastery. Max. Altitude
3867m Accommodation Tea House Food Breakfast,
Lunch and Dinner Place Tyangboche
Day 06 Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche about 6
hours The trail goes down to Deboche then by
crossing hanging bridge and up arrive Pangboche.
From Pangboche gradually up two hours arrives
Dingboche a big human settlement at the end. Max.
Altitude 4410m Accommodation Tea House Food
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Place Dingboche
Day 07 Acclimatization at Dingboche Today we
take rest at Dingboche for acclimatization by
doing side trip. We climb as much as we can and
the highest point is Nagarjuna hill which is
5000m from where we can see Mt Makalu and other
mountains. Max. Altitude 4410m Accommodation
Tea House Food Breakfast, Lunch and
Dinner Place Dingboche
Day 08 Trek from Dingboche to Louche about 5
hours
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Trekking starts from Rinpoche, walk around 2
hours gradually up arrives Thukela. After short
break we hike steeply up till the memorial area
where we can find statues of those people who
lost their life in Everest expeditions. Then one
hour easy walk to Lobuche. Max. Altitude
4928m Accommodation Tea House Food Breakfast,
Lunch and Dinner Place Lobuche
Day 09 Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep and EBC
(5364m) about 7 hours. After breakfast at Lobuche
we walk toward Gorakshep which is mostly flat
trail and will take about 2-3 hours where we stay
overnight. After a quick lunch at Gorakshep we do
day hike to Everest base camp for what you are
coming. We take our cameras, water and small
backpack to experience Everest base camp. This
will take 5-6 hours for both ways including
roaming time. Max. Altitude 5160m Accommodation
Tea House Food Breakfast, Lunch and
Dinner Place Gorakshep
Day 10 Trek down from Gorakshep to Pheriche
about 7 hours. This morning we do early hike to
Kalapathar (5550m/18210ft) to catch stunning view
with sunrise. It will be freezing cold while
climbing Kalapathar for that have to be prepared
with proper clothing. Kalapathar is one of the
best sunrise viewpoint with closest Mountain
above 8000m. All Everest ranges can be seen from
here. After sunrise view, we back down to
Gorakshep, have breakfast and all the way down to
Pheriche for overnight. Max. Altitude
4240m Accommodation Tea House Food Breakfast,
Lunch and Dinner Place Pheriche
Day 11 Trek down from Pheriche to Namche bazaar
about 7 hours. Since we trek down it is almost
the way downhill except some up hills arrives
Namche where you can enjoy hot shower, nice
coffee or enjoy pub bar etc.
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Max. Altitude 3440m
Accommodation Tea House Food Breakfast, Lunch
and Dinner Place Namche Bazaar Day 12 Trek down
from Namche bazaar to Lukla about 7 hours. Same
way we trek down to Lukla while we going up for
the trekking. Lukla where we take our flight back
to Kathmandu for next day. Max. Altitude
2860m Accommodation Tea House Food Breakfast,
Lunch and Dinner Place Lukla Day 13 Fly back to
Kathmandu from Lukla will take 45 minutes. Today
after breakfast we proceed to the airport for the
flight back to Kathmandu. Once you arrive you
will be driven to the hotel. Whole day you have
time to rest shop and have good food. Max.
Altitude 1340m Accommodation Hotel Food
Breakfast Place Kathmandu Day 14 Full day sight
seen at the world heritage sites After breakfast
around 9 am a tour guide with vehicle come to
your hotel to do sight seen in Kathmandu valleys
world heritage sites including Pashupatinath (
One of the biggest Hindu temple with cremation
center), Boudhanath (One of the biggest Stupa),
Swayambhunath called monkey temple as well and
Patan Durbar square (An old palace with ancient
art and architect). Max. Altitude
1340m Accommodation Hotel Food Breakfast
Place Kathmandu
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Day 15 Fly back to home
Today we do farewell to you as you are flying
back to home. We put you khada on your neck as a
symbol of peace, protect and love from Nepal. See
you again. If you have extra days you can involve
other activities as well.