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Everest Base Camp trekking is a lifetime dream for many travelers. To stand at the foot of the world’s tallest mountain, Mt. Everest, and see high up is many people’s dream. Trekking to Everest Base Camp is the perfect opportunity to explore the lifestyle of the Himalayan people, their religion, customs, and traditional way of life. Comparatively, Everest Base Camp trekking is more challenging than the Annapurna Circuit due to its difficulty with altitude. On day 2 of the Everest Base Camp trek, you reach 3,420m in Namche Bazaar. On the Annapurna Circuit, you do not gain this much altitude until Day 6. Each day, the trail involves a substantial amount of scrambling up and down on the Everest Base Camp trek, whereas, the Annapurna Circuit trekking has far more gentle, flat stretches that don’t leave you heaving for breath. On the Everest Base Camp trek, you have to come down following the exact route that you climbed up before.
Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)
The trek to Everest Base Camp begins after an exploration of the local temples, shrines, bazaars and restaurants in Kathmandu followed by a flight to Lukla within the mountains and continue to walk uphill through the Dudh Kosi Valley. While on the trek, you will enjoy the views of awe-inspiring peaks of Thamserku, Kusum Kanguru and Ama Dablam in the far distance. Along the trail, you will encounter unique flora and fauna, friendly Sherpa people, yaks, colorful festivals and Buddhist monasteries. Blooming of different flowers like rhododendron, magnolias, blue pine, Chir pine, juniper, and hemlock make the Everest Base Camp trek more delightful for nature lovers. At Namche Bazaar we take a rest to assist in better acclimatization and for further exploration of the surrounding and continue the trek further. The close-up view of Everest and other mountain peaks from Kala Patthar is the most exciting and memorable one. The dry seasons of autumn – October/November and spring – March/April are the best time to do Everest Base Camp trek as you get a glimpse of Everest distinctly from all directions.
Our driver will pick you up at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Please make sure to always watch your belongings at the airport.
We will bring you along Thamel road if you want to buy some of the trekking equipment and souvenirs. You also can go sightseeing in Kathmandu when all your trekking equipment is ready.
Maximum altitude: Lukla (2860m)
Walking Duration: 3-4 hrs
Overnight: Lodges in Phakding
Our 12 Days Everest Base Camp Trek starts with a scenic mountain flight to the entry point of the Everest region, Lukla. These snow-clad mountains you can observe during the mountain flight will enchant you. The beautiful flight also provides you with outstanding views of the region’s natural landmarks.
The mountain flight lands at the smallest airstrip of Lukla airport, with a cliff on one side. Hence, this flight is generally considered one of the thrilling experiences by travelers worldwide. Trekkers can rest for some time after arriving at the Lukla and then continue their trek. The first section of the tour will take you to the settlement of Phakding.
The trek duration from Lukla to Phakding is just around 3-4 hrs. This trail passes through the Dudh Koshi River valley. You will cross the river several times during the journey on a suspension bridge. After a walking couple of hours, you will arrive at your destination of Phakding. You can find many tea houses and lodges to rest after the trekking journey.
Maximum elevation: 3440m.
Walking duration: 6-7 hours
Overnight: Lodges in Namche Bazaar
The trek trails from Phakding to Namche start along the narrow cliffside trails. The walk continues gently uphill as you pass through the village settlements of Jorsale and Monjo. Monjo has the Sagarmatha National Park entry point, where you will show your permits. You can complete the formalities to enter the national park premises.
Sagarmatha National Park is a beautiful landscape with many natural wonders. There are dense forests, rivers, water streams, etc., along the trail will make the trek quite adventurous. Namche Bazaar is the commercial town and the center for many business activities in the Khumbu region.
The cultural village has a vibrant atmosphere, making the bazaar ideal for exploration. Various cafes, hotels, restaurants, souvenir shops, and others along the trail. The viewpoint in the area provides you with the best views of the snow-clad mountains. After exploring the site in the guest house or lodge in Namche Bazaar, you will rest.
Namche is ideal for acclimatization during Everest base camp trek. The majestic view of the entire Himalayan region makes this place perfect for exploring around. It will also help you in adapting to high-altitude conditions that you will gain during the duration of this trek.
After having your early morning meal, you will start your trip to the Syangboche Airstrip. The viewpoint provides travelers with a bird’s eye view of the Namche Bazaar settlement. Trekkers will also get sweeping views of the Himalayas. Besides that, you can also hike to Khunde, a small hill near the Namche bazaar.
The Everest View Hotel is another sightseeing destination to get views of Mt Everest. If you want a more cultural exploration, you can visit the Sherpa museum, where you can look at a Yeti skull. The settlements of the town also provide a unique perspective of the region. Many cafes, hotels, restaurants, pubs, bars, and souvenir shops make the trip vibrant. After exploring around, you will return to the teahouses and rest for the evening.
Maximum altitude: Tengboche (3860m).
Walking hours: 4-5 hours
Overnight: Lodges in Tengboche
The trek in this journey takes you to the village of Tengboche from Namche. The trail passes through alongside the Dudh Kosi Valley, through the settlement of Phungki Thanka. Alongside that, you will observe the most incredible views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest.
The track is a challenging uphill climb alongside the serene Dudh Koshi River. The Tengboche village is a settlement lying at the junction of two rivers, the Dudh Koshi and the Imja Khola. The town remains surrounded by Hills, where you will arrive passing through the forest trails.
Tengboche is a religious settlement where you can find a religiously significant monastery. There nuns and monks remain busy in their daily lifestyle of performing holy prayers and worshiping. You can join them in performing evening prayers and experience a spiritual atmosphere. In the evening, you will stay in a lodge near the monastery.
Helicopter duration: 10 – 20 minutes
Maximum Altitude: 5,364 m
Overnight: Lodges in Lukla
After breakfast, you will prepare your belongings and ride the helicopter to Everest Base Camp. When arrive at the basecamp, there will be a team that will greet you at the helipad and bring you to the campsite. You will be serve with hot tea and some snacks and enjoy the view of basecamp surroundings. you will see the Khumbu Icefall, many other expeditions’ team and camps. After 10 to 15 minutes, there will be a helicopter waiting for you and fly back to Lukla.
Today your Everest Base Camp Trek comes to its halt. You wake up early and catch a flight back to Kathmandu. You will view the beautiful sceneries of the Himalayas for a final time before arriving at the capital.
After reaching here, your guide will drop you at the hotel and end the Everest Base Camp Trek. We hope the trip went just as you planned and it was fun for you.
Its time to say goodbye and safe journey home.
