Everest Base Camp

destination Everest Base Camp
duration 17 Days
grade Difficult
start/end point Kathmandu/Kathmandu
max altitude 5,545m
meal Available
accommodation Available
season Mar to May / Sep to Dec

Overview

The trek to Everest Base Camp is strenuous, however; traveling to the lap of Mt. Everest offers you a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It is highly worthwhile to trek - you will get back the value of your expenses. In many respects, the trek to the Everest Base Camp is like a trip to Willy Wonka’s Mountain factory. The only distinction is that Mountains boost your spirits, whereas chocolate improves your mood. It is jam-packed because you will be breathing, eating, playing, and pursuing mountains throughout your whole trip. On this 16-day adventure, you will see distinct ethnicities, Sherpa hospitality, Himalayan Tahrs, musk deer, and the glittering Himalayan Monal. On this ruminative voyage, nothing will be missed because becoming lost in the proper place is always enjoyable. This trip is flexible and offered by; allowing you to change the itinerary and add extra activities in Pokhara, including skydiving, paragliding, or Chitawan Jungle Safari; if you want.
You are always welcome to the heart of the Himalayas. This trek begins with an exhilarating flight to Lukla at 2800 meters. The trek passes through the charming Sherpa village of Namche to Gorakshep which comes to the end with the ascent of Kalapattar (5545m) from where we can see the great views of Everest and its surrounding peaks closer. Most of the days in the journey, we remain above 3000 meter around the Khumbu and Imja valley. 
There will be plenty of time to enjoy the culture of the Sherpas, visit ancient monasteries and learn how Lamaistic Buddhism influences Sherpa Life during the trek.  There are multiple places to stop and enjoy tea or coffee and can have a glass of local millet beer and get the taste of unique hospitality Sherpas, gazing at the multi-hued prayer flags, prayer wheels, and intricately – carved Mani stones lien very hilltop, rock wall and trail side singing prayers to the gods with every breeze and every passing traveler.
The mountains can be seen from Kalapattar (5545m) are Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse. Changtse in Tibet is also visible from the summit. We also get a good panoramic view of Amadablam, Tawoche, and KusumKanguru, completely from a different outlook.

Trip Highlights

  • Historical, cultural city of the heritage places in Kathmandu valley
  • Eye opening & thrilling flights between Kathmandu and Lukla
  • Meeting Sherpas, renowned for their fantastic tales and cheeky humor
  • Sherpa people and traditional villages
  • The numerous attractions include the Tengboche monastery, Everest View Hotel, Namche Bazar, ice glaciers, alpine meadows, Khumjung hamlet, Tengboche and Phakding villages, among many others
  • Most the mountains in Khumbu region including Everest (top of the world), Lhotse, Nuptse, Amadablam, Khumbila (the Holy mountain of Khumbu region) are visible from closer
  • Climbing Mount Kala Patthar, the highest mountain that can be reached by humans without a climbing permit, and seeing rhododendrons in bloom in the spring (Rhododendron hirsutum)
  • A detour to Gokyo requires navigating the 5420-meter Cho-La pass
  • Sagarmatha National Park
  • Dudh Koshi River, Bhote Koshi River
  • Flora and fauna

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive to Kathmandu (1350m), transfer to Hotel


You will be greeted by a representative of Rai Treks and Expedition Pvt Ltd; at the Tribhuvan International Airport when you arrive in the country of breathtaking mountains and the city of temples. Our personnel will accompany you to your Hotel room for the night. In the evening, we will host a dinner program and advise you on the trekking itinerary in a traditional Nepali restaurant

Day 2: Trek preparation and Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu


Day 3: Fly to Lukla and Trek to Monjo (2840m)


Day 4: Trek to Namche (3,400m), 3-4 hours of walking


Day 5: Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar


Day 6: Trek to Tengboche (3867m) from Namche


Day 7: Trek to Pheriche (4360m) from Tengboche


Day 8: Acclimatization day in Pheriche


Day 9: Trek to Lobuche (4930m) from Pheriche


Day 10: Trek to Gorakshep (5180m) – carry on to Base Camp after lunch. Retrace back to Gorakshep for overnight


Day 11: Early morning excursion to Kalapattar (5545m) and back to Gorakshep and trek back to Pheriche after breakfast


Day 12: Trek back to Phortse (3810m)


Day 13: Trek bank to Monjo


Day 14: Trek back to Lukla


Day 15: Fly back to Kathmandu


Day 16: Independent sightseeing and shopping


Day 17: Final departure for your home country


Inclusion / Exclusion

Inclusion

  • Airport transfers in Kathmandu on private vehicle
  • 4 Nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu at Standard Hotel on Bed & Breakfast Basis
  • Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu including all transportation and entry permit to enter to the Heritage sites
  • Returned tickets from Kathmandu to Lukla and back to Kathmandu
  • Trek on Full Board Basis (BLD - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with Hot drink - tea/coffee) and accommodation in the Lodge during the trek.
  • 1 professional English speaking guide including all his meals, transportation and daily wages
  • 1 assistant guide between the team of 5 people including all his meals, transportation and daily wages
  • 1 porter between two people including all his meals, transportation and daily wages
  • All insurance for trekking crew members
  • Trekking permit, National park & TIMS card fee
  • Medical kits including basic medicines for the trekking crew members
  • Duffel Bag if needed
  • Trekking Map
  • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu

Exclusion

  • International Airfare
  • Nepal Entry Visa Fee, which is USD50 for 30 days and USD30 for 15 days
  • Personal Insurance (Travel, Emergency Medical, Rescue)
  • Personal Trekking Gears, extra expenses Phone Calls, Water, Laundry, Bar Bills, Battery Recharge, Internet etc.
  • Meal (Lunch and dinner) during stay in Kathmandu
  • Tipping for guides and porters, which is not mandatory but it is customary in Nepal

Overview

Tim Lowe
Tim Lowe

United Kingdom

An extremely professional service from an amazing team. Nothing was too much trouble and Devendra and the team did everything they could to make our experience very memorable. They were very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable and it was a pleasure to be in their company  I would highly recommend this company to anyone that wants the best experience possible trekking in the Himalayas. 
George Manley
George Manley

United Kingdom

Amazing, superb, outstanding, that is Devendra and his team, they are second to none in making sure you receive the best experience ever on such a amazing and breathtaking trek in the outstanding mountains in the world.  Right from the start when everyone arrived in Nepal feeling apprehensive and super excited about their trip of the lifetime to Everest Base Camp, Devendra and Mauli greeted everyone, giving the best welcome ever to Nepal. The Rai Trekking team's support during the trek was absolutely outstanding, always making sure everyone was looked after, Devendra's team would always be on hand 24 hour a day to provide any support and care, even when the going got tough because of the altitude, their attention to detail for everyone's enjoyment, safety and care was faultless.  I would not hesitate in any way in recommending Devendra and his team at Rai Treks and Expeditions to anyone who is looking to visit the wonderful kingdom of Nepal to experience the breathtaking Himalayan mountains.  Whether you would like to trek to Everest Base Camp, or enjoy the outstanding Annapurna or Poon hill circuits or visit the magnificantly beautiful Langtang area or even take on and try the more challenging Dhaulagiri circuit or 3 peaks and 3 passes to EBC, Devendra and his team at Rai Treks and Expeditions will look after your every needs, organising all the in country transportation, your hotels in Kathmandu or Pokhara, all the Trekking Staff, the Porters, Mountain Logdes, the list is endless. If you have alway's dreamed of visiting the beautiful kingdom of Nepal and the most magnificant mountain range in the World and have perhaps put it off, don't delay any longer, it is worth every single penny, you will not regret any of it. Just go for it and book a trip with Rai Treks and Expeditions, I am a mountain guide myself and I would highly recommend without hesitation that Rai Treks and Expeditions is simply the best to facilitate all your aspirations and dreams of your trip of a lifetime. From -George Manley (UK Mountain Instructor) 
Dr. Ong Chee Ming Charles
Dr. Ong Chee Ming Charles

Singapore

Namaste! I am writing to express my satisfaction for the excellent work that you have delivered during my recent exclusive trekking expedition (13th – 28th October 2012) to Mount Everest Base Camp. During the entire expedition, you have exhibited attributes of a highly competent licensed Sherpa – hard working, trustworthy and detail oriented. I am confident that you will be willing to make available the same level of professionalism to individuals and/or groups trekking in the Himalayan region. Once again, I would like to show my appreciation for the great service that you have provided to me with such expertise. I wish you the very best in your future endeavors. Thank you. Yours sincerely      

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