Everest Base
Camp Trek -
Itinerary
Dec 15
Arrive in
Kathmandu,
Transfer to
Hotel
Dec 16
Kathmandu
sightseeing
tour,
Cultural
show in the
evening,
Hotel
Dec 17
Flight:
Kathmandu to
Lukla (35
min flight),
alt. 2800m,
Trek to
Phakding,
2610m, Lodge
Dec 18 Trek
Phakding to
Namche
Bazaar
(3420m),
Lodge
Dec 19
Acclimatization
walk to
nearby
Sherpa
villages,
back to
Namche,
Lodge
Dec 20 Trek
Namche
Bazaar to
Tengboche,
3870m, Lodge
Dec 21 Trek
Tengboche to
Pheriche,
4240m, Lodge
Dec 22 Trek
Pheriche to
Dughla,
4620m, Lodge
Dec 23 Trek
Dughla to
Lobuche,
4930m, Lodge
Dec 24 Trek
Lobuche to
Gorak Shep,
5160m,
Continue to
the Everest
Base Camp at
5340, back
to Gorak
Shep, Lodge
Dec 25 Hike
up to top of
Kalapatthar
at 5545m in
the morning
Trek down to
Lobuche,
Lodge
Dec 26 Trek
back to
Tengboche,
Lodge
Dec 27 Trek
to Namche
Bazaar,
Lodge
Dec 28 Trek
to Lukla,
Lodge
Dec 29
Flight:
Lukla to
Kathmandu,
Transfer to
Hotel
Dec 30 Trip
ends.
Transfer to
airport or
continue on
extension
programs
Price: USD 1250 per person (Group discount available)
Ask us anything about the Everest Base Camp Trek :
E-mail us at - [email protected]
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The trek can be organized and is enjoyable throughout the year.
The best seasons are spring (Mar to May) and autumn (Oct to Dec) but they also attract a large number of trekkers from many countries. If you want to avoid busy season then second week of December to February are great.
It is monsoon during July/August with late rain often affecting September too. Flights to Lukla can be delayed or cancelled frequently so you will need some extra days just in case. Otherwise, the area itself is very less affected and treks at this time are beautiful as ever.
We run a number of treks every year that you can join. Do not worry even if you do not find these dates suitable to you. We let small groups and even single trekkers to pick their own dates.
Indicators if treks are available: - Available, - Limited Availability, - Fully Booked/Unavailable
2014 - |
Starts |
Ends |
Availability |
Status |
Eve at Kathmandu after the Trek |
10 Dec 2014 |
25 Dec 2014 |
 |
Guaranteed |
Eve at the Everest Base Camp |
15 Dec 2014 |
30 Dec 2014 |
 |
Guaranteed |
Remember that if you do not find these dates suitable to you. We let small groups and even single trekkers to pick their own dates. Just email us at - [email protected]
We rate this trek as a moderate one. This means neither it is too difficult nor too easy.
You need to have a reasonable fitness. If you can walk with a small backpack (like 10kg maximum) for about 6-7 hrs on a day, then you should be able to do this trek.
Clothing
- Thermal Underwear
- Woolen hat (or balaclava)
- Gloves
- Down jacket or down vest
- Trekking boots and spare laces
- Hat (warm) scarf and gloves
- Waterproof jacket, poncho or umbrella
- Trousers
- Running shoes, sandals or thongs (flip-flops)
- Shorts and trousers or skirt
- Wool-blend socks, liner socks and under wear
- Thermal Underwear (not cotton)
- Sunhat
- Fleece Jacket
- T-shirts (two or three) and long-sleeved shirt with collar.
Equipment
- Backpack
- Sleeping bag and silk liner
- Maps, compass and guidebook
- Water bottle
- Torch (flashlight), spare batteries and bulbs
- Duffle bag (we provide this free of cost)
Miscellaneous Items
- Toiletries
- Quick-drying camp towel
- Laundry soap powder or bar
- Toilet paper and cigarette lighter
- Sunscren (SPF 20+) and lip balm
- Polarising sunglasses
- Pocket knife
- Sewing/repair kit (for tent and mattresses)
- Iodine, water-purification tablets or filter
- Medical and first-aid kit (see details here)
- Insect repellent (for lower elevations)
- Emergency kit including a whistle and waterproof matches/lighter
- Locks for bags and lodge rooms
- Stuff sacks
- Earplugs.
Optional Equipments
- Camera, Memory card and batter charger (or spare batteries)
- Adapters
- GPS unit
- Altimeter
- Binoculars
- Books/magazines
- Small duffle bag (to leave behind in Kathmandu)
- Backpack cover (waterproof, slip-on)
- Trekking Poles
Where can you get these equipment? Should you buy it or should you hire it? Get all these information and answers on our trekking equipment page.
Flights -
We arrange all domestic flights (Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu) for you as required by the trekking schedule. You will need to look for international flights to Kathmandu yourself. However, we can look for the international flights upon request.
Insurance -
It is very important to have a proper travel insurance for your trip. Make 100% sure that the insurance policy you are buying sufficiently covers the trek upto 5500m. Make sure it covers helicopter rescue evacuation and medical bills - just in case.
Our insurance covers only for the Nepali staff, including guide, all field staff and porters. There is no burden whatsoever on your part for the Nepali staff - we understand it is our responsibility and we protect them all.
For detailed itinerary of the Everest Base Camp Trek, please email us at - [email protected]
What is
included -
1. Airport
pickup/drop by private vehicle
2. Kathmandu
hotel on
twin share &
breakfast, 3
star
(upgrade or
budget
possible)
3. Kathmandu
sightseeing
tour with
guide,
entrance
fees
4. Flights:
Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu
5. Everest
National
Park
entrance
fees
6. Trekking
guide,
porters
7. Daily
wages and
insurance of
guide and
porters
8. Staying
in local
lodges while
on trek
9.
Breakfast,
lunch and
dinner on
trek
10. First-aid
kits and
communication
devices
(with guide)
on trek
11.
Waterproof
duffel bag
for your
trekking
kitS (yours to keep)
12. Sleeping
bag (rent)
What is not
included -
01.
International
flights
02. Nepal
visa fees
03. Lunch
and dinner
while you
stay in
Kathmandu
04. Any kind
of drinks
while on
trek
05. Your
personal
medical and
travel
insurance,
evacuation/medical
expenses
06. Tips etc
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