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Everybody wants a glimpse of the world’s highest mountain and that’s the reason why the Everest Base Camp Trek is so popular. The trek has a number of stunning attractions, not least of these is being able to say you’ve visited the highest mountain in the world. The trek gets you right into the high-altitude heart of the high Himalaya, more so than any other teahouse trek. There are some lovely villages and gompas (monasteries), and the friendly Sherpa people of the Solu Khumbu region make trekking through the area a joy.
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ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Mt. Everest Base Camp Trekking, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central RegionThe Everest Base Camp Trek is rated as one of the best adventures in the world by Mt Everest Hikers and adventurers. Full of Himalayan peaks, glaciers and along a scenic road with spectacular views of the Sherpa village,Duration: 1 day
Everest Base Camp - 14 Days
The Everest Base Camp Trek starts from Lukla in Nepal and continues till you reach the base camp. It is a 12 days trek that combines tough terrains, extremely high altitudes, stunning landscape with the icing on the cake being mighty Everest. EBC is a double treat for the nature lovers and the photography enthusiast where you can click some of the best shots. You may be experiencing a lot of snowfalls while you trekking up the hills. The moment you reach an altitude of 5365 meters, you will feel like standing in a globe of a snowball. Catch the first glimpse of the Khumbu icefall during your trek. Not just you will get a chance to explore the forest, valleys and waterfalls but also, to learn about the culture of the legendary people, Sherpas who are known to be Mountain Climbers. Get a chance to explore the amazing beauty of the ancient Thami and Tengboche monasteries and investigate the beauty of the Dudh Kosi River, Khumbu Glacier and Sherpa village. Also, visit the school established by Sir Edmund Hillary in the mountain village of Khumjung along with the breathtaking view of Himalayan Range You will take the rest at Namche Bazar for acclimatization. For your over night stay in Small tea houses, wear a warm hat while sleeping and take a Nalgene bottle filled with hot water and keep it in your sleeping bag to stay warm. Advisory: Liquor and smoke is to be strictly avoided during your trek. As you will trek in high altitude the oxygen level will keep changing. Consuming any kind of kind of liquor will make you fall sick. Consumption of liquor or smoke might cause AMS and nausea which could be dangerous. It is advisable to prepare yourself to a fitness level which will help you to walk in high altitude. Walk for at least five hours once a week which will increase your capacity to walk on the steep rocks.
Everest Base Camp Trekking
Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the best adventure trekking packages where you will be experiencing the majestic mountain views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama-dulom, Thamserku, and many others, Everest base camp trek is always adorable and its one of the iconic treks in Khumbu region of Nepal where you will also get opportunity the one looking to explore the great Sherpa people and their culture, world's deepest Khumbu glacier, Khumbu icefall and wildlife.The Everest base camp trek commences from a historical city Kathmandu with a short scenic mountain flight to lukla, the gateway to the Everest region treks situated at an altitude of 2840 meters high above the sea level, from Lukla we will be following the Dudh Koshi River as you trek through the thin air of the mountains, enter the Sagarmatha national park entry point where we have to obtain the national trekking permit, along the way will be crossing the ancient monasteries, lush forest of rhododendron trees and flora and fauna.Come to explore the mighty mountains and be part of a fascinating and daring journey through the Himalayas and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Trekking to Everest base camp is something that everybody wants to experience once in a lifetime.The adorable trek to Everest base camp also gives you a golden opportunity to explore the amazing culture of the Sherpa people, the real mountain hero who have been contributed a lot of effort and support to all the adventurous and climbers to climb the mount Everest, you will be spending some time with cheerful and Sherpa people during the trek and you will know the authentic Sherpa culture, their colorful homes and terraced farms that they’ve been doing for a years of decades.Day to Day ItineraryDay 01:Arrival at Kathmandu (1350 m/4428 ft)Day 02:Kathmandu valley sightseeing Tour and Preparation day for TrekDay 03:Fly Kathmandu/Lukla (2,610 m ) and 3 hrs trek to Phakding (2810 m)Day 04:Trek to Namche Bazzar (3,450 m/11,315 ft) - 5/ 6 hrsDay 05:Rest and acclimatization day at NamcheDay 06:Trek to Tengboche (3,860 m/12,677 ft)- 4/5 hrsDay 07:Trek to Dingboche (4,410 m/14,485 ft) - 4/5 hrsDay 08:Acclimatization Day at DingbucheDay 09:Trek to Lobuche (4,910 m/16,105 ft)- 4 hrsDay 10:Trek to Everest Base Camp and back to Gorkshep (5,185 m/17010 ft)- 4 hrsDay 11:Hike to Kalapather 5,545m/18,187ft – Pariche (4,250 m/13,940 ft)- 5 hrsDay 12:Trek to Namche (3,450/11,315 ft) - 6 hrsDay 13:Trek to Lukla (2,850 m/9,350 ft)- 6 hrsDay 14:Fly Lukla/Kathmandu 35 minute
Everest Base Camp Trekking
ItineraryDay 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,300m /4,264 ft) and Trek PreparationPass By: Oriental Journeys, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central RegionA representative from Oriental Journeys will greet and receive you at Tribhuvan international airport in Kathmandu. You will drive with a personal vehicle to a 3 star hotel. In the evening, welcome dinner and introduction with your guide and supporting team.No meals included on this day.Accommodation included: 3 star hotelDay 2: Kathmandu - Lukla - Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft): 3- 4 hours trekStop At: Lukla Airport ViewpointYour guide from Oriental Journeys will come to receive you at Hotel before 2 hours of arrival. You will then drive to the domestic airport in Kathmandu. After a scenic flight of 35 minutes, you will land at Lukla (2804 meters). The trek from where you begin trek towards Phakding (2610 meters) with gentle descend. Overnight at teahouse lodge.Duration: 30 minutesMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: LodgeDay 3: Phakding - Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,280 ft): 5 - 6 hrsStop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern RegionTrek starts with gentle ascending along the banks of the Dudh Kosi river. There are several crossings over the river. You will enjoy walking and crossing exciting suspension bridges decorated with prayer flags. River breeze rejoice you physically and flapping prayer flags spiritually. You will enter Sagarmatha National Park after registering at check post at Monjo. The trail climbs steep up until you reach Namche Bazaar. Namche bazaar is popular Sherpa settlement and also known as the Gateway to Mt. Everest.Overnight at teahouse lodge.Duration: 12 minutesMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: LodgeDay 4: Namche Bazaar: Acclamatization dayStop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern RegionYou have a rest day plan at Namche for acclimatization. After breakfast, there is a plan for short hike up to Syangboche. This is a popular view point to observe the splendid views of several peaks of the region including Kwandge, Amadablam, Thamserku and Mt. Everest. Then, you will hike back to Namche bazaar wander around and visit local market, shops, museums and monasteries. This will be a productive time to where you gain knowledge about the tradition and culture Sherpas living in the region.Overnight at local lodge.Duration: 1 dayMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: LodgeDay 5: Namche Bazzar to Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft): 5 - 6 hrsPass By: Tengboche Gompa, Tengboche, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern RegionToday we gain more altitude walking through less paved and narrower paths. You will cross more suspension bridges and lush pine forests. Tengboche monastery is the biggest monastery in the Khumbu Region. So, the village is also called the monastery village. Different processions and festival are organized in the monastery premises each year luring many tourist from around the world.Pass By: Tengboche MonasteryAncient and culturally valuable Monastery of the Everest regionMeals included: • Breakfast • Dinner • LunchAccommodation included: Lodge / Tea House LodgeDay 6: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300ft):5 - 6 hrsPass By: Dingboche View PointIt will be a long hike today. At the beginning of trek, trail descends through a wide path through green forest. Before arriving Dingboche, you have to trek uphill trail observing speeding streams and wide valleys down below.Meals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Lodge / Tea House LodgeDay 7: Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300ft): Rest DayPass By: Dingboche View PointYou will surely enjoy a rest day in Dingboche. Hiking to some upper level and returning to same place for night stay is a best way to appropriately acclimatize your body to the altitude. There is a day hike to Nangkartshang Peak 5083. You will have opportunity to observe the valley down and its formation. Another opportunity is to observe the scarce flora and fauna of the Sagarmatha Region. Then, you will return down to Dingboche and roam around Dingboche village.Meals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Lodge / Tea house LodgeDay 8: Dingboche - Lobuche (4940 m/16,207 ft)Pass By: LobucheIn the morning we start trekking after breakfast. A yak farm on the way to Lobuche s a best place enjoy the fascinating views of Tawache Peak (6,542m) and Cholatse peak (6,440m) at the left hand side. Next to it, you will follow Dughla to reach Khumbu Glacier before Lobuche village. The Lobuche village offers fascinating views of the Khumbu Icefall, Mt. Pumori and several other mountain peaks of the ridge. Meals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Lodge / Tea house LodgeDay 9: Lobuche - Gorak Shep (5,170 m/16,961ft) - Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,594ft) - Gorak Shep: 8 - 9 hrsPass By: Everest Base CampToday, you will continually walk to Gorakshep. During the trek, you will see the view of Khumbu glacier, Mt. Khumbutse and Mt. Pumori.After arriving at Gorak Shep, you will check in your lodge and take lunch. You will begin next part of the day walking up to Everest Base Camp by passing several ups and down hills. This will be the final destination of your the Everest Base Camp trek.The astonishing view of Khumbu icefall, Khumbu glacier, and the close view of Mt. Pumori, Khumbutse among other several peaks. You will enjoy taking photographs. After an hour, you head back to Gorak Shep.Meals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Lodge / Tea House LodgeDay 10: Gorak Shep - Kala Patthar (5545m/18,192ft)- Pheriche (4280 m/14,070 ft): 8 - 9 hrsPass By: PhericheTo experience some best mountain panorama views and enjoy the sunrise view over the Mt. Everest, you will climb up the Kala Patthar peak. It is a pile of large rocks famous spot for its incredible panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. Spending an hour at Kala Patthar you will get back to Gorak Shep for breakfast and then move towards the village of Pheriche.Pass By: Gorak ShepTo experience some best mountain panorama views and enjoy the sunrise view over the Mt. Everest, you will climb up the Kala Patthar peak. It is a pile of large rocks famous spot for its incredible panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. Spending an hour at Kala Patthar you will get back to Gorak Shep for breakfast and then move towards the village of Pheriche.Meals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Lodge / Tea House LodgeDay 11: Namche Bazaar trek to Lukla (2810m) 6-7 hoursPass By: Lukla Airport ViewpointNext day, you have to continue you trek retracing the same route descending up to Lukla. Here, you conclude your Everest Base Camp Trek.Meals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Lodge / Hotel at LuklaDay 12: Trek to Lukla from NamchePass By: Lukla Airport ViewpointTake your breakfast and fly back to Kathmandu.Overnight in 3 star hotel in Kathmandu.Meals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: 3 star hotel and KathmanduDay 13: Fly back to your final destination/Home You will drive to airport and representative from Oriental Journeys will see you off at Tribhuvan International Airport.Pass By: Tribhuvan International AirportYou will drive to airport and representative from Oriental Journeys will see you off at Tribhuvan International Airport.Meals included: • BreakfastNo accommodation included on this day.
Everest base camp trek 14 days
ItineraryDay 1: Arrival day at KathmanduStop At: Thamel, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central RegionAfter your arrival in Kathmandu, a representative will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel, where you can rest and relax. We’ll discuss the tour later. In the evening, you can enjoy the welcome dinner. You’ll be served a special dinner that introduces the Nepali food culture.Duration: 35 minutesMeals included: • Dinner: Welcome dinnerAccommodation included: A 3-star category HotelDay 2: Full day Kathmandu sightseeingStop At: Kathmandu Durbar Square, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central RegionIn this day, after early breakfast, we will manage you to visit major world heritage sites such as; Pashupatinath Temple-the holiest Hindu and Buddhist Temple on the bank of sacred Bagmati River, Syambhunath Temple also known as monkey temple, Boudhanath Stupa-the largest Stupa through the world, Royal Kathmandu Durbar Square. Overnight at hotel.Duration: 8 minutesMeals included: • LunchAccommodation included: A 3 star HotelDay 3: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding Stop At: PhakdingEarly in the morning, after having breakfast, according to flight time our representative will meet you in the hotel and helps to find domestic flight for Lukla. Then we take a flight towards Lukla. The flight is interesting as it offers an Ariel view of different white and green Himalayas and Mountains. After reaching Lukla, we begin our trek towards Phakding through a Cheplung village where you can see a glimpse of Mt. Khumbila, a sacred mountain which has never been climbed. Overnight in Phakding.Duration: 3 hoursMeals included: • Lunch • Breakfast • DinnerAccommodation included: Overnight at Local LodgeDay 4: Trek to Namche BazarStop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern RegionAfter early breakfast, we will begin our trek leads through beautiful pine forest. We trek towards uphill and downhill with crossing multiple times beautiful suspension bridges over Dudh Koshi River. The trail offers a magnificent view of glistering Mt. Thamserku from Benkar village. After crossing some, bridges, we reach the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo. You need to take check permit and again cross another suspension bridge to trek forward to Tenzing-Hillary. After passing Jorsale Village, we reach to Namche Bazaar. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.Duration: 7 hoursMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Overnight at Local LodgeDay 5: Rest day (Acclimatize)Stop At: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern RegionToday, you will explore the Namche Bazaar and have some close view of the magnificent mountain, the Tibetan-Buddhist culture, extensive green hills and to witness the territory of the yaks is quite captivating. We explore the entire town of Namche Bazaar and hike up to Everest View Hotel to enjoy the admirable view of the Himalayan Vista. From Namche, you can have the first view of the world’s highest mountain, Mt. Everest. We visit on our way back to Namche Bazaar, very beautiful neighbors villages namely Khumjung and Khunde along with Khumjung Monastery which are also considered as twin villages in Khumbu region. You will stay overnight at Namche Bazaar with cultural dinner.Duration: 3 hoursMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Overnight at local lodgeDay 6: Trek to TyengbocheStop At: Tengboche Gompa, Tengboche, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern RegionToday, we will make a short and relaxing walk towards Khumjung which is situated at the base of the holy mountain Khumbiyela and is quite exceptionally sensational. You will also visit impressive yak farm and KhumjungMonastery where you will get chances to witness the scale of the Yeti and then you will make the fabulous walk to the ridge of Mong- La with spectacular mountain views. Then you will continue your trail deep drop to the Gokyo gorge which offers you musk deer than to the terraced village of Phortse. The further trail leads you to the Tengboche through the Dudhkoshi River, beautiful forests with numerous views of villages on the horizon. Tengboche offers you a close view of Amadablam peak and the biggest Buddhist monasteries. Overnight at Tengboche.Duration: 6 hoursMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Overnight at local lodgeDay 7: Trek to DingbocheStop At: Dingboche VillageAfter having early breakfast, we will continue our trek straight towards downhills and several forests of rhododendron and pine. On the way, we will get chances to witness Chorten and Mani wall stone. We will also walk on the three-line way and descend to dry and deserted hill. We’ll get the beautiful views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam on the way and finally reach to Dingboche. Overnight in Dingboche.Duration: 5 hoursMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Overnight at local LodgeDay 8: Rest day ( Acclimatization)Stop At: Dingboche VillageToday, again we have an acclimatization day in Dingboche. After morning breakfast, we’ll have a short hike towards Nagarjuna Hill for the great views of Makalu, Chalotse, Lhotse, Tawache, Ama Dablam and others. After discovering a magnificent view from the Nagarjuna Hill, we will return back to Dingboche and rest over there. Overnight in Dingboche.Duration: 3 hoursMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Overnight at local LodgeDay 9: Trek to LobucheStop At: LobucheIn this day, after having early breakfast, we depart the village of Dingboche and head towards Lobuche, situated at the elevation of 4940m. Our trail climbs to the towering view of Tawache peak & Cholatse. The Trail continues to the Khumbu Glacier through the Yak grazing pasture to Dhukla (4620 /15158ft), wooden bridge on roaring stream. This place offers you an awesome view of Khumbutse (6623m), Lingtren (6697), Pumori (7145 m) and Mahalangur Himal and reaches to Lobuche. Overnight at Lobuche.Duration: 6 hoursMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Overnight at local LodgeDay 10: Trek to GorakshepStop At: Gorak ShepAs morning raises, we can have an early breakfast and continue out trail towards Gorak Shep, at the summit of 5160m. Today’s trail follows quite a rocky trail on the north ridge to Everest along with Mt. Pumori, Mahalangur, Lingtern, Khumbutse, Nuptse, and many more. The trail continues alongside Khumbu Glacier to Gorakshep and visits the world’s highest base camp of Everest. On the way back to Gorak Shep, you can view fantastic Khumbu Icefall and colorful campsite of Everest expedition. Overnight at Gorakshep.Duration: 7 hoursMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Overnight at local LodgeDay 11: Trek to PhericheStop At: PhericheWe continue our trail after having early breakfast. We head towards Kala Patthar, situated at the altitude of 5545m. Today early morning we can enjoy the sunrise from top of the world (Mt. Everest), which is amazing to view panoramic view with the fantastic sunrise over Mt. Everest, Mt. Ama Dablam, Khumbutse, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Changtse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, and many more. As you reach to Kala Patthar, we can trek down to Gorakshep and trek back to Pheriche. Overnight in Pheriche.Duration: 5 hoursMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Overnight at local lodgeDay 12: Trek to Phortse Stop At: Phortse Thanga Guest houseToday after early breakfast, we make our trail towards Phortse, at the summit of 3750m. we will descend down passing the highest Sherpa settlement where we will get chances to witness Pangboche monastery, the oldest in Khumbu region built in the 16th century. Further trail passes Imja Khola (Imja river) along the hillside where we can witness various wildlife such as; musk deer, mountain goat (Himalayan Thar) and many species of birds including colorful Pheasant (Danphe- Nepal National Bird). Overnight in Phortse.Duration: 5 hoursMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Overnight at local LodgeDay 13: Trek to MonjoStop At: Monjo Guest HouseIn this day, after early breakfast, our trail leads us to the Everest Base Camp trek and Gokyo Lake trek. Then we continue the wider trail and reach to Namche Bazar. The further trail descends down to National Park checkpoint to lower green valley and reach to Monjo Valley, situated at the summit of 2800m. Overnight at Monjo.Duration: 6 hoursMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Overnight at local LodgeDay 14: Trek back to LuklaStop At: Lukla Airport ViewpointIn this day, we will continue our trail through the Dudh Koshi river and Lukla’s different Sherpa villages. You will also cross a suspension bridge over Thado Kosh. And finally reach the Lukla, situated at the elevation of 2780m from the sea level. Overnight at Lukla.Duration: 5 hoursMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Overnight at local lodgeDay 15: Fly to KathmanduStop At: Kathmandu Durbar Square, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central RegionToday after early breakfast, you will take a flight to Kathmandu from Lukla. Around 35 minutes of flight offers you scenic mountain views. Overnight at Kathmandu.Duration: 35 minutesMeals included: • BreakfastAccommodation included: A 3 - star Hotel
Everest Base Camp Trekking
Everest base camp trek is not only popular to see top of the world but Khumbu Himalaya glaciers , Khumbu Icefall, beautiful landscape, Tibetan sherpa culture , ancient Tibetan monasteries, wild animals & green forest with surrounding by more then 27 Himalayan peaks of Everest region. we Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition create Mt. Everest base camp trekking include the Chhukung Ri 5500m for extra Himalayan views of the Everest region trek. Everest base camp treks take to you the top highest mountains in the world base camp with your own foot print & Lifetime journeys with its giant faces !