Everest Region Trekking

Package Overview

Getting to an elevation of 5,545m, Everest Base Camp Trek is an achievement. After a day exploration of the treasure troves in Kathmandu this trek begins with the electrifying flight to the airport in Lukla, which hangs on the edge of the cliff at 2,860m. While penetrating through the floral and faunal biodiversity of Sagaramatha National Park, the trial winds through the magnificent forests of rhododendron, magnolia and firs. The gateways to scattered highland hamlets are adorned with Buddhist prayers engraved mani walls and fluttering prayer flags.

The stunning landscapes and the breathtaking views of Himalayan giants including Mt. Everest [8,848m], Mt. Lhotse [8,586m], Mt. Cho Oyu [8,188m] and Mt. Ama Dablam [6,812m] among others are frequent rewards throughout the Everest Base Camp trek. Visit to sacred Himalayan Monasteries including the one at Tengboche and encounter with the culture of native Sherpa families are astounding cultural highlights of this trek. Getting closer to colossal Everest, Kalapattar [5545m] is a breather offering the best view Everest and the fantastic glacial walk to the Everest Base Camp which lies at the foot of the Khumbu Icefall make the trek absolutely worthwhile.

  • Duration : 15 Days

  • Group Size : 5-10

  • Altitude/Height : 5,357m


Itinerary

  • Day 1 Arrive Kathmandu
  • Day 2 Sightseeing tour of Boudhanath, Pashupatinath & Patan
  • Day 3 Flight to Lukla & trek to Phakding [2,656m]
  • Day 4 Trek to Namche [3,450m]
  • Day 5 Rest day in Namche
  • Day 6 Trek to Debuche [3,770m]
  • Day 7 Trek to Pheriche [4,252m]
  • Day 8 Rest day in Pheriche
  • Day 9 Trek to Lobuche [4,930m]
  • Day 10 Trek to Gorak Shep [5,184m], Visit Everest Base Camp [5,357m]
  • Day 11 Early morning climb Kala Pattar [5,545m] and Trek back to Pheriche [4,252m]
  • Day 12 Trek to Namche [3,450m]
  • Day 13 Trek to Lukla [2,860m]
  • Day 14 Flight to Kathmandu
  • Day 15 Depart Kathmandu

Includes

  • All meals during trek
  • Accommodation during trek in local lodge/Tea house(standard rooms-non attached bathrooms)
  • Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu airfare
  • English speaking local expert guide, porters(ratio:2 members=1 porter) during the trek
  • Sagarmatha National park fees
  • Trekkers’ Information Management System fees(TIMS)
  • Airport transfers in private vehicle
  • 3 nights’ accommodation in kathmandu in twin sharing with breakfast only
  • Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu with English Speaking local guide and entry fees
  • Equipment clothing for porter & staffs
  • Insurance for all staff & porters

Excludes

  • Nepal visa
  • International flight & any other airfares
  • Extra baggage charge if any(weight allowance 12kg+3 kg in domestic flight)
  • Personal gears & clothing (available on hire)
  • Tips for Guide, porters, drivers etc.
  • Any expenses incurred in emergency evacuation/road block due to any reason
  • Personal expenses such as table drinks, snacks while walking, hot water/shower, internet, telephone etc during trek.
  • Clients insurance and Medical expenses