Everest Base Camp Trek- an Experience of Lifetime

14 Days

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Overview

14 Days Everest Base Camp Trekking Package is not just about reaching the foothill of world’s tallest mountain.Too many of superlative activities do make it an exciting prospect of finding the inner self of your traveling desires. On these Journey of Lifetime, you will experience the base camp life of Mt. Everest climbers and wonder at the gorgeous views from Tengabouche Monastery, Kala Patthar, trek to the Khumbu Icefall, and engage yourself with the friendly Himalayan Sherpa people of Nepal and Namche Bazar.
Trip Highlights:
• Local Town of Namche bazaars - a Popular Sherpa People Town
• Panorama view from Syangboche including Mt. Everest 8848m
• Sherpa people and culture
• Sunrise view from kalapatthar including breathtaking views of Mt. Everest
• Everest base camp an altitude of 5360m
• Khumbu glacier, one of the biggest glacier in Himalayas

Inclusions & Exclusions

Departure & Return

What To Expect

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival Kathmandu and Transfer to your Hotel

Stop At: Scenic Nepal Treks and Expedition, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
We will provide you program briefing together with Guide.
Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Thamel, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
Thamel is Tourist Hub where you can buy all necessary trekking Equipment. Very tiny and beautiful Tourist street.

Meals included:
• Dinner: Nepali Cultural welcome Dinner
Accommodation included: Good Tourist Hotel

Day 2: Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding (2,651m/8,700ft): 40 minutes flight; 8km, 3 - 4 hours trek

Pass By: Phakding
About 40 minutes of mountain flight will take you to Lukla the gateway of Everest region trekking in Nepal. In clear weather the scenes that you see from your plane window is mesmerizing too but during bad weather the journey can be bumpy ride as well. We will meet our rest of the crew members in Lukla and head out to Phakding after brief tea break. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Basic Tea House/ Lodge

Day 3: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,438m/11,280 ft): 11km, 5 - 6 hours

Pass By: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
We will trek relatively easy trail until we reach Larpchen Bridge at foothill of Namche Bazaar. We have to cross numerous suspension bridges and have to trek past villages like Benkar, Manjo etc. Near Manjo our permits will be checked and we enter the Sagarmatha National Park. During this day’s trekking trekkers can see Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru clearly. Moreover after 1.5 hours of uphill walking from Larpchen Bridge in clear weather you can have first view of Mount Everest as well. The sight of clustered Namche Bazaar can relieve your tiredness of walking. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Basic Lodge/ tea house

Day 4: Acclimatization Day - Namche Bazaar: (3,440m/11,284ft)

Pass By: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
Acclimatization is very key thing to do while doing high altitude trekking. We will hike towards Everest View Hotel after having breakfast. From balcony of this hotel you have panoramic view of mountains like Amadablam, Thamserku, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Tabuche and others. Lazily stroll back to lodge in Namche observing Everest Museum and hustling of Namche Bazaar. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Basic Tea House / Lodge

Day 5: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft): 10km, 5- 6 hours

Stop At: Tengboche Gompa, Tengboche, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
Everest will be at far distant and you will crave to reach there on this day. Green lush forests on either side of trail and horde of Jokpyo/Yaks carrying goods are usual sight. The journey consists of flat, downhill and uphill walking. Get blessed by sight of Khumbu Valley from top of Tengboche on either side including gigantic Mt. Amadablam looming at backdrop. Take a walk around monastery in evening before chilling out at dining hall of tea house. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Basic Tea House / Lodge

Day 6: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300 ft): 9km, 5 - 6 hours

Stop At: Dingboche View Point
The day will be picturesque because of rivers, forests and hilly landscape having mountains on background. Once trekkers trek past Pangboche and Somare there awaits the valley of Dingboche between Nagarshan hill, Chhukung Valley and Amadablam Mountain. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Local Tea House/ Lodge

Day 7: Dingboche: Acclimatization

Stop At: Dingboche Village
As part of acclimatization before ascending higher that 4400 m height we hike today the Nagarshan Hill (5100 m). Some trekkers prefer to go Chhukung Valley as well. We will come back to our tea house and relax. You can stroll around the village as it is the last large village on this route. Over Night Dingboche.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Local Tea House / Lodge

Day 8: Dingbouche to Lobuche (4940 m/16,207 ft): 4km, 2 - 4 hours

Stop At: Lobuche
We ascend all the way up to Lobuche on this day with some occasional rough flat trail. Grassy meadows and bushes are only vegetation that you can see on this day. The most memorable portion of this day’s trekking would be the Everest Memorial in Thukla Pass and sight of Pumori, Lobuche, Cholatse and other mountains. Lobuche is small tranquil village on bank of river facing the Kong Ma La Pass. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Local Tea House/ Lodge

Day 9: Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5170 m/16,961ft), visit Everest Base Camp (5364 m/17,594 ft): 13km, 6-7 hours

Stop At: Gorak Shep
After climbing the Lobuche Pass we will have to walk through the moraine. The trail is rugged and rocky which requires careful walking. Once you have reached the Gorakshep we will keep our baggage and have lunch. After lunch we set out to reach Everest Base Camp. After walking for 1.5 hours you can reach the most coveted place. Take pictures and create some memories. We will again trek back to Gorakshep for overnight stay. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Basic Tea House / Lodge

Day 10: Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar (5,545m/18,192ft) to Pherice (4,288m/14,070ft): 16km, 7-8 hours

Stop At: Gorakshep Viewpoint
We wake up early for the walk up to Kala Patthar. It is dark outside with cold temperature and most likely chilly winds. We walk on a fairly steep trail at a comfortable pace. As we are climbing up the hill we can see Lingtren, Khumbutse, and Changtse mountains. The view from the summit is outstanding. We can see the world’s tallest mountain Everest along other mighty Himalayan peaks. After spending some time at the summit of Kala Patthar, we walk back to Gorak Shep which is relatively easier than hiking up to Kala Pathhar.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Basic Tea House/ Lodge

Day 11: Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,280 ft): 20km, 6 - 7 hours

Pass By: Namche Bazaar, Namche Bazaar, Khumbu, Sagarmatha Zone, Eastern Region
The trail is same as you have ascended but don’t forget to enjoy the return trip. Our experts say that while you return you will see the different perspectives and landscape. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Local Tea House / Lodge

Day 12: Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,860m/9,186ft): 19km, 6 - 7 hours

Pass By: Tenzing-Hillary Airport
The most joyous day of our trekking is this day. With memory of Everest journey in mind we jovially trek downhill and through Manjo & Phakding to reach Lukla. Evening can be fun filled with celebrations among crew members and trekking partners. Relish Nepalese delicacies or drinks and enjoy the last evening in Khumbu region of Nepal. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Basic Tea House / Lodge

Day 13: Fly back to Kathmandu

Pass By: Scenic Nepal Treks & Expedition Pvt. Ltd.
The flight will take us back to Kathmandu and we will transfer you to hotel. Full day on relax.
Overnight at Hotel

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner: By this Evening, we will take you for a Nepali cultural Dinner
Accommodation included: Good Hotel

Day 14: Final Departure

Pass By: Tribhuvan International Airport
One of our representative from Scenic Nepal Treks will take you to the airport of Kathmandu. Please note that you have to be at Airport before 3 hours of flight time.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Check out

Hotel Pickup

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Program itinerary can be change if there will be any delayed and cancellation on flight.
If you like to extend your days and program, there will be additional Charges
What is Extra Guest will be paying: Porter to carry your Bags ( Optional), Lunch & Dinner, Any kinds of Drinks
All kinds of Extra Drinks including a Cup Tea or Coffee during trek breakfast. ( Water Per Ltr about USD 3- Get get every stops Hotel/Lodge)
If you use Internet, there will be Everest link Card which you can by directly from Local Lodge ( Starting from USD 5 )
Hot Shower ( USD 3-5 Per person ) and Charging Electronic Devices ( USD2- 4/ Per device)
General Trekking Checklist:
CLOTHING
Trekking Boots and Spare Laces
Hat (Warm), Scarf, and Gloves
Waterproof Jacket
Warm/thickTrouser
Running shoes, Sandals or Flip shoes
Wool Bled Shocks, liner shocks
Thermal Underwear
Sun Hat
Fleece Jacket T-Shirts (Quick Dry)
Down Jacket (Min -10C) Depends where/When you are trekking
EQUIPMENT
Backpack
Sleeping Bag (Scenic Nepal Treks Provide you)
Maps, Torch (Flash Lights) and Water Bottle
Duffel Bag (Scenic Nepal Treks Provide you)
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
Toiletries
Quick drying Camp Towel
Laundry Soup Powder or bar
Toilet Paper and Cigarette Lighter ( If you Smoke)
Sunblock Cream and Lip warm
Polarizing Sunglasses
Water Purification Tablets
Basic First Aid Kit Box (We Scenic Nepal Treks Provide you, however, we recommend you to use your own)
Locks for your Bags during trek
Things you can Rent or Buy here in Kathmandu
Once you will arrive in Kathmandu, Scenic Nepal Treks Guide will assist you to buy the Equipment in the Shop of Thamel, Kathmandu. However such Equipment as Down Jacket, Sleeping Bags, we can also rent here.
Infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate