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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 TrekkingThe 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 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
The adventurous flight from Kathmandu to Lukla is the first highlight of this trek. During your flight, you will enjoy first glimpse of Everest region. Lukla offers the fresh mountain environment, fascinating green rolling hills and distance view of snowy peaks. Everest Base Camp Trek takes you through the authentic Sherpa village and settlements which allows in-depth understanding of local culture and tradition. Moreover, we will hiking through magical Sagarmatha National Park (UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site). Likewise, Everest Base Camp Trekking trip includes the base camp of Everest and a hike to Kalapatthar – a vantage point to witness Everest from closest possible distance. We get the view of 4 highest peaks in world and numerous 6500m+ peaks. Similarly, we visit Tengboche monastery – the largest monastery in Khumbu region which represents great religious and cultural values of Sherpa communities. Best Season for the trek to Everest Base Camp? There are basically two high seasons for Everest Base Camp tour i.e. spring – February to late May, and autumn – September to the end of November. These seasons are known for good weather and best views. The summer remains wet with heavy downpours and winter in extremely cold. Outline Itinerary Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu & transfer to Hotel Day 02: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2,651m/8,70ft) – 8km/3-4 hours trek Day 03: Trek Phakding – Namche Bazaar (3,438m/11,280ft) – 11km/5-6 hours trek Day 04: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,284ft) Day 05: Trek Namche Bazaar – Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft) – 10km/5-6 hours trek Day 06: Trek Tengboche – Dingboche (4,360m/14,300ft) – 9km/5-6 hours trek Day 07: Trek Dingboche – Lobuche (4,940m/16,207ft) – 7km/5-6 hours Day 08: Trek Lobuche – Gorak Shep (5,170m/16,961ft), visit Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,594ft) – Gorak Shep – 13km/6-7 hours Day 09: Trek Gorak Shep – Kala Patthar (5,545m/18,192ft) – Pheriche (4,288m/14,070ft) – 16km/7-8 hours trek Day 10: Trek Pheriche – Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,280ft) – 20km/6-7 hours trek Day 11: Trek Namche Bazaar – Lukla (2,860m/9,186ft) – 19km/6-7 hours Day 12: Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu Day 13: Final Departure Airport Transfer by private vehicle.
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 !
Everest Base Camp Trekking
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1320 m): Your arrival to Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), we will Pick you up from the airport and transfer to Hotel Day 02: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, then trek to Phakding (2652m): 3-4 Hours: Today early in the morning, we drive about 30 minutes to Tribhuwan International Airport. After 30 minutes picturesque flight to Lukla (2804 mtrs.), we begin our trek to Phakding (2610 mtrs.) - 3 hours easy walking. Day 03: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m): 5-6 Hours: we pass through the settlement Benkar and Monjo and eventually arrive at the check post of Sagarmatha national Park and TIMS. we walk through a beautiful pine forest. The walk leads us along the bank of the Dudhi Koshi River through many suspension bridges. Day 4: Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar Day 05: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3850m) By reaching Tengboche, we visit a monastery known as Tengboche monastery. Then you will be taken to observe the prayer ceremony whether in the evening or morning. Day 06: Tengboche to Dingboche (4350 mtrs.) From Tengboche, The Trail quickly descends mostly on a rock path through a rhododendrons forest. Impressing mani wall on the path and Gompa are the main attractions along with the great view of Taboche, Mount Thamserku, Mount Ama Dablama, Mount Nuptse, Mount Cholatse, and Mount Lhotse among others. Day 07: Dingboche to Lobuche (4950 mtrs.)Today we climb up almost 700m high. Until Duglha the trail goes gradually up. As there wouldn’t be any other settlement before Labuche we have our Lunch and be ready for the vertical up hill. Most of the people they feel this is the hardest part of the whole Everest Base camp Trek. Day 08: Lobuche to Ghorakshep (5160 m.) - Everest Base Camp and Back to Ghorakshep Today is the main important day of Everest Base Camp Trekking, our trail to Gorakshep goes ahead through the side of the Khumbu Glacier. A small ascent would take us the Thangma Riju from where we can perceive 360 degree vista of snowcapped mountains. Day 09: Ghorakshep to Kalapathar ( 5553 m) Trek down to Pheriche : 6-7 Hours Day 10: Trek from Pheriche to Namche: 6-7 Hours Day 11: Trek from Namche to Lukla: 6-7 Hours Day 12: Morning flight back to Kathmandu from Lukla Day 13: Final Departure
Everest Base Camp Trek in 16 Days
Trek RouteThe initiation point for our Everest Base Camp Trek is Lukla. We take a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and fly back from Lukla to Kathmandu once the trekking is accomplished. The Route Map has captured every trail we would be following throughout our Everest Base Camp Trek. Click Here for the routes and coverage areas of your destination.Trek Highlights Dudh Koshi, the River of Milk, Rhododendron and Magnolia Forests The main gateway to our Everest trekking, Namche Bazaar Khumbu Glacier, the home of Mount Everest Base Camp and the icefalls An unforgettable breathtaking view of sunrise on those snow capped mountains from the summit of Kala Patthar Spring Season is the best to discover the wild variety of flowers all around Unique Sherpa culture and generous hospitalities of the people living in this region Learn Buddhism, and visit ancient monasteries The traditional farming system Everest Base Camp Accomodation and MealsOur overnight stay would be on Tea houses and Guest Houses during Everest Trekking. Twin sharing comfortable beds and common bathroom will be provided. The place is clean and hygienic. Our Everest Base Camp Trek would let you experience typical Nepali food, special mountain foods and other cuisines including international cuisine like Indian, Tibetan, Italian, and Continental. You can always make your choices from the food menu available there. We will have breakfast and dinner at tea house/guest house whereas we will have lunch on our way.While in Kathmandu, your accommodation is at tourist standard hotels facilitated with Attached Bath, A/C, 24 hours running hot/cold shower, Internet service and others. The facilities provided here is of 2 to 3 star standard hotel. We offer welcome dinner, farewell dinner and breakfasts during your stay in Kathmandu. Other meals as well as your other personal expenses will be from your own pocket. Full board meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, and Tea- Coffee) are included during the Everest Base Camp Trek once you leave Kathmandu.Outlined Itinerary for Everest Base Camp Trek 16 DaysDay 01:Arrive Kathmandu, Airport pickup and stay in a good hotelDay 02:Kathmandu Sightseeing and trek preparationDay 03:Kathmandu to Lukla Scenic Flight and short trek to Phakding.Day 04:Phakding to Namche Bazaar TrekDay 05:Rest day for acclimatization at Namche BazaarDay 06:Namche Bazaar to Tengboche TrekDay 07:Tengboche to Dingboche TrekDay 08:Acclimatization in DingbocheDay 09:Dingboche to Lobuche TrekDay 10:Lobuche to Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp Trek and back to GorakshepDay 11:Explore Kala Pattar; trek down from Gorakshep via Lobuche to PhericheDay 12:Pheriche to Khumjung trekDay 13:Khumjung to monju TrekDay 14:Monju to Lukla Trek.Day 15: Fly Back to Kathmandu.Day 16:Kathmandu to Your Port of Destination