Mt. Everest Base Camp Trek 2022

Trip Rating

Review

Days/ Duration

13 nights 14 days

Tour Style

Trekking

Group Size

15 people

Season

April & May

Location

Nepal

Meeting Point

Kathmandu

Skill Level

Advanced

Accommodation

Hotels / Mountain Lodge / Camp

Weather

Extreme weather

Starting From Heart

$88000

Overview

One of the most renowned and exciting trekking expeditions in the world, EBC trek offers incredible views of the mountains and the mesmerizing beauty of the hills that one must witness at least once in their lifetime. There are two base camps where the first one is nestled on the north side at an elevation of 5150 meters above the sea level in Tibet-China and the other one with an altitude of 5364 meters in Nepal.

The trek to Everest Base Camp happens to be one of the most dramatic and astonishing in the Himalayas. The glory of this site is irresistible, varied, and spectacular and the lodgings available are of world-class standard. The local Sherpa people are very humble and helpful and you would love interacting with them. Supplies needed at the base camps are shipped by the locals only and with the help of the animals.

Generally, the trekkers prefer flying from Kathmandu to Lukla, and then from there, they start trekking to reach the Everest Base Camp. If you are an adventure seeker then you must think of living this lifelong memorable experience in Nepal. The awe-inspiring beauty of the panoramic landscapes adds more charm to the beauty of your trekking trail to the world’s highest peak.

We, Shikhar Travels (Yatra) ensure safety and security and invite you to book your trekking holiday with us as we truly believe safety precautions, experience, and a solid record of trekking in the Himalayas make your best choice for trekking in Nepal. Stumbling over loose rocks and onto a canvas of snow on reaching the tops of the final climb let you rest and admire the biggest achievement of your life.

To have a better understanding and clear picture of the journey you are going to complete, keep scrolling down the pages and check the well-narrated itinerary.

Highlight

Highlight Location and place we cover

Enjoy outdoor adventures with our Qualified Mountain Team.
Trek to the world’s highest mountain (Mount Everest) base camp.
Witness the soul-soothing views of many of the Himalayan gigantic.
Explore the spiritual center of Khumbu valley and the world’s highest monastery at Tengboche.
Enjoy a thrilling experience of flying high in the world’s most adventurous flight and the shortest runway. (Tenzing Hillary Airport Lukla)
Trek into the world’s highest national park. (Sagarmatha National park)
Explore the local Sherpa villages and different monasteries of the region.
Explore the Namche Bazaar (Sherpa’s Capital)
Kala Patthar viewpoint.

Welcome to Nepal, A country of the highest mountain peak of the world (Mount Everest), and the Birthplace of Gautama Buddha- Lumbini

Itinerary

Mt. Everest Base Camp Trek 2023 Itinerary

DAY 01 | ARRIVAL AT KATHMANDU (1,400M)
On reaching Kathmandu Airport, you will receive a warm welcome from our tour representative who will then assist you in reaching the hotel. Enjoy the scrumptious meal which is then followed by a comfy and relaxing overnight stay.

DAY 02 | KATHMANDU – LUKLA (2880M) – PHAKDING (2740M). (5-HOUR TREK)
Today you will be flying to Lukla by Twin Otter Aircraft hence, you need to wake up a little early. After the flight lands, get ready to enjoy the mesmerizing beauty of the surroundings. Keep your camera always ready to capture the irresistible beauty of the Himalayas. On reaching Lukla, the most renowned mountain airstrip in the world, you will start trekking down to the river at Phakding for the overnight stay in Lodge.
Meals: Breakfast Lunch & Dinner

Please note the flight may happen from Ramechap or from Kathmandu. In case the regular flight is not operating then you might want to take a Helicoptor which will cost extra.

DAY 03 | PHAKDING – NAMCHE (3445M). (5–6-HOUR TREK) MODERATE WALK BUT AFTER LUNCH UPHILL
Your trekking expedition commences on the fourth day of the trip. The trekking allows us to commence the ascent to Namche Bazaar. Once you reach halfway up the hills, a gap in the wood offers an opportunity to have a glimpse of Everest for the first time. If you are lucky then you can see the South-West side of Everest as it completely depends upon the weather.

Namche happens to be the largest and renowned town in Khumbu where you can enjoy shopping out your heart’s contents every Saturday. Handwoven Tibetan Boots, Tennis shoes, meat, vegetables, grains, and trinkets are some of the hugely sold wares in this market. The Sherpas act host to the traders coming from the foothills and also to the Tibetans from over the border.
Meals: Breakfast Lunch & Dinner

DAY 04 | NAMCHE- ACCLIMATIZATION DAY
Adjusting your body to this hugely elevated place is very compulsory as it becomes very difficult for one to adjust his body as per the rarefied atmosphere before ascending to the higher altitudes. Follow the technique of ‘climb high and sleep low’ as this would help you throughout the expedition. You can either opt for relaxing in your stay for the entire day or can hike up to Everest view hotel and Khumjung village.
Meals: Breakfast Lunch & Dinner

DAY 05 | NAMCHE – TYANGBOCHE (3,800M): (5-HOUR TREK) DOWN AND UPHILL
You must be feeling fresh and energized after the acclimatization activity. Today, you will continue your trekking from Namche to Phunki and continue to Tengboche. Tengboche Monastery to admire one of the most irresistible views in the world i.e. an eye-treating glory of the Himalayan giants- Kwangde, Tawache, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Kategna, Dablam, and Thamserku. Arrive at Tengboche, where you can visit the Tengboche monastery. You will spend the night in the tea house in Tengboche.
Meals: Breakfast Lunch & Dinner

DAY 06 | TYANGBOCHE – DINGBOCHE (4350 M)
After breakfast at Tyangboche we will start our trek to Dingboche. You will trek through pine forests and villages to reach Dingboche. On the way you can enjoy the beautiful view of the Mt. Ama Dablam, Mount Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, etc. you’ll notice some crops, barley fields, potato farms, and stone barriers constructed to shield the crops from strong winds. Overnight stay in homestay/lodge in Dingboche.
Meals: Breakfast Lunch & Dinner

DAY 07 | DINGBOCHE ACCLIMATIZATION DAY
Today you will have an Acclimatisation day this will be the second acclimatization day of this trek. Today you can hike up to Chhukhung village 4750 M it will take around which takes about 3-4 hrs from. Chhukhung is the last village in eastern Khumbu region. You can explore the Village, explore and talk to Sherpa people and see their lifestyles. Back to Dingboche for an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast Lunch & Dinner

DAY 08 | DINGBOCHE – LOBUCHE (4900 M)
Have a healthy breakfast before commencing the day schedule as you need to feel energized throughout the day as today you will be climbing through the green-carpeted valley to Khumbu Glacier and the moraine to reach Labuche. Upon arrival check in the lodge for an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast Lunch & Dinner

DAY 09 | LOBUCHE – GORAKSHEP (5140 M) (AND EXCURSION TO EVEREST BASE CAMP 5364 M)
The 9th day of your journey is not only going to be a challenging but also very exciting as today you continue climbing from Khumbu Glacier to reach Gorakshep. The first few hour of trek involves a gradual ascent up to gorakshep. The best thing is that the route going up is very simple and straight and takes almost 3 hours. In addition, you can also have glimpses of almost all the Himalayan giants including Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Changtse, and many other from this vantage point.

We’ll have a break here in Gorakshep before moving on to the Khumbu Icefall and Everest Base Camp. Because of the yearly changes brought on by glacier movement, walking on the icefall can be fairly difficult. Due to the thin air, stony dunes, moraines, and streams till you reach the base camp, the trip can be extremely taxing, but it’s worthwhile. Return to Gorakshep to spend the night.

DAY 10 | GORAKSHEP – KALA PATTAR (5545M) – PHERICHE (4243 M)
Very Early morning trek to Kalapatthar to see the sunrise over Mount Everest. Kala Patthar is an excellent vantage point at the foot of Mount Everest. After a wonderful time Kala Pattar trek back to Gorakshep and continue your journey to Pheriche. Upon arrival in Pheriche check in at the lodge for an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast Lunch & Dinner

DAY 11 | PHIRECHE TO NAMCHE DOWN AND UPHILL
This is the day for those who love witnessing the admiring beauty of the sunrise. Finish your breakfast first and then start descending to Namche. There is no other schedule for the day hence, once you reach the desired destination you are all free to relax and enjoy the day.
Meals: Breakfast Lunch & Dinner

DAY 12 | NAMCHE – LUKLA – (2880M)

It would be very difficult and disheartening for many of the trekkers to head towards Lukla. You are surely going to miss the kind-hearted locals, soul-soothing views of the mountains, valleys, and forests. Once you reach the day destination, you are all free to relax your body at the resting site.

Meals: Breakfast Lunch & Dinner

DAY 13 | LUKLA – KATHMANDU (1,400M)
Another great way and day to enjoy the aerial views of the Himalayas. You need to be pre-informed that you might have to face the problem of flight delay due to unfavorable climatic conditions. We also assure you that our team would effortlessly help to minimize the inconveniences caused. The entire team of Shikhar Travels would appreciate your patience during such circumstances.

On reaching Kathmandu Airport you will be picked by our tour representative who will assist you in reaching the pre-booked hotel. Complete the check-in formalities and relax for the day. Later in the evening, you will be attending a farewell dinner along with a cultural show organized by the management.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 14 | DEPART KATHMANDU (1,400M)
Get up in the morning and start packing your bags as the time has come to end the journey. You will be served a relishing and healthy breakfast at the hotel. Our representative will join you on your drive towards the airport. This is how your journey with us concludes and we hope that you had a great time.
Meals: Breakfast only

Thing to do extra

You are going to Everest Base Camp, just aim for the peak for next time!!

Food and Meal

Meals Included in the Tour – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Breakfast – Our daily breakfast will be at the hotels / Camp where we stay.

Lunch – Daily lunch will be at Hotel / Camp / small midway joints or it will be an picnic Lunch at some places where our team will cook food for you and serve it hot.

Dinner – Our daily dinner will be at the hotels / Camps / Guesthouse where we stay.

Food is a very essential part of these trips. We make sure that the meals we offer is method delicious, unless you ask for dull meals. You are also permitted the choice of veggie or non-vegetarian meals. We suggest that you consume only the bottled standard water that we will carry for you.

Type of Stay

Type of stay

Kathmandu – 3* Hotel
Rest of the places – best Available Mountain Lodges / Camps

Getting there

STARTS AND END POINT OF TOUR
Kathmandu Is the start and end point of the Expedition. You can reach Kathmandu by Air from major Indian cities / or take a direct international flight to reach there.

Weather

Weather

If you don’t like the weather in the Himalayas just wait for a few hours and it will change. The Himalayas are so high that they make their own weather, it can be bright and sunny and in a few hours it may get cloudy and cold.

It can be very cold at the Everest Base Camp as well, so be prepared with proper Mountain gear, we will send you a list prior to your departure. You can but most of the stuff from Kathmandu Market as well.

It is very difficult predict the weather so you have to be prepared for it, in day time it can be bright and sunny and as the sun goes down the temperatures plummets in the higher mountains.

So you have to be prepared for days with bright sun shining, sudden guest of strong cold winds and very cold night.

Skill level

Advanced

Good experience of trekking in the Mountains
Physically and mentally Fit
assistance on demand (if required)
comfortable with any terrain and weather conditions

Including + Excluding

Including the package cost

Accommodation on a twin share basis at Kathmandu (03 Star Hotel), and in the best luxury mountain lodges during the approach march to the Base Camp.
Full board meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner and 3 times tea) as mentioned in the program, during the entire trip including the approach march to the Base Camp.
All necessary documentation work, entry fee, and trek permits are taken by Shikhar Travels in advance.
Certified professional mountain guide for the trek with their meals, Insurance, and flight.
Mules/Porters for carrying your personal luggage upto 10kg
Sagarmatha National Park fee.
Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu flight tickets.
First-Aid Medical kit. (Carry by Shikhar Travels guide during the trek)
Oxygen Cylinder in case of emergency (Carry by Shikhar Travels guide during the trek)
Walkie-talkie sets
Shikhar aluminum water bottle. (No Plastic is Fantastic)
Certificate of accomplishment of Reaching Everest Base Camp

Not including the cost

International flight
Personal trek gears
Any kind of personal expenses such as table drinks, room services items, laundry, telephone calls at hotels or tips, etc.
Travel Insurance
flight cancellation, weather conditions, etc
Cost outside the itinerary that specifically not mentioned in the program
Tips for Guide, Porters, and Staff
Camera Fee if anywhere applicable.

Price

PAX	COST
Price for Indian Trekkers	Rs 88000 Per Person
Price for International Trekkers:	Dm for details
	GST and TCS extra on billing
Departures Dates: 2023 (Duration: 13 Nights – 14 Days – Kathmandu – Kathmandu)
Departure 1	22 April
Departure 2	06 May

Travel Tips For Everest Base Camp Trek

Inarguably, almost anyone can plan and enjoy trekking to the Everest Base Camp but we believe that there are certain things that one needs to keep in mind to make their trekking experience smoother and more enjoyable.

Check out the below-stated tips and tricks to save your time and money to make the most of this once-in-a-lifetime adventure experience.

Buy gear in Kathmandu

Undoubtedly, competition is all around the corner and Kathmandu is home to several trekking shops from where one can purchase the required trekking gear at very reasonable rates. However, you need to be very alert while selecting the gear as the quality varies.

Select a reliable and authorized travel agency

One needs to be very attentive and wise while engaging a tour agency for their trekking experience to Everest Base Camp. If you fail to do so then you are not going to complete your adventure activity with ease and comfort.

Keep count on your baggage weight limit

Your main pack should not exceed 10 kg of weight and the carry-on pack must be of 5 kg only and you need to strictly adhere to this weight limit policy or else you might not attend the flight. Although it is possible to carry extra luggage by paying extra cash we would not recommend you to do so.

Be ready for flight delays

Climatic conditions in high altitude areas are inconsistent which leads to delay in flights. We advise you to carry extra snacks, a book if you love reading, and most importantly a lot of patience.

Take care of your feet and overall health

Your safety and security are our topmost priorities therefore, we recommend you purchase a good pair of shoes to save your feet on the rough mountain slopes. Additionally, we also recommend you to binge on the meals offered by your travel agency and if you are thinking to taste something from a restaurant or hotel then check the authenticity and the hygiene level of that place first.

Carry your first aid kit

This is the most important point that you must keep in mind as none of us knows that how our body would react to the atmosphere of a new place. Also, if you are suffering from any prolonging illness then do not forget to carry the medications prescribed by the doctor.

Map

Durations

13 Nights / 14 Days

Month

April

May

Tour's Location

Nepal

FAQs

Travelling in the Himalayas requires as lot of preparation and a lot of specialty equipment, this along with the cost of the highly experienced travelling crew and their vehicles increases the cost of the Expedition in the Himalayas.

Yes, sure we can book hotel stay for you for your pre and post tour days.

In case of cancellation of tour/travel services due to any avoidable/ unavoidable reasons we must be informed in written. Cancellation charges would be effective from the date we receive mail in written and cancellation charges would be as follows:
• Once the booking is confirmed – 25% of the tour/service cost.
• 15 days prior to arrival – 50% of the tour/service cost.
• 07 days prior to arrival – 75% of the tour/service cost.
• Less than 72 hours or no show – NO REFUNDS

Yes we always send the tour program before you book.
Note - as we travel in the Himalayas at time if necessary we have to make changes in the itinerary due to snow fall / road closure or any other natural calamity that is beyond our control.

The accompanying team carries with it basis first aid, Oxygen for emergency use