Mt. Everest (8848m), first conquered by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tensing Norgay in 1953, has been the aspiration of many in and out of Nepal. Everest Base Camp Trek transpires an exhilarating journey to the base camp of this nature’s marvel. And introduces the trekkers to the delightful Sherpa villages, monasteries, and culture along the way. Moreover, the interaction with the Sagarmatha National Park and its elements offer a pleasant journey amid the Himalayas in the Everest vicinity.
A direct flight to Lukla airport will take you to the Khumbu region within 40 minutes from Kathmandu. Travelling in an aircraft to Lukla airport, in itself, is an adventure. Landing at Lukla airport where the landing strip has a mountain on one end while a huge drop-off on the other side making up for a thrilling welcome into the Himalayas. Your trek starts the moment you land at the Lukla airport. Passing across Dudh Koshi valley, you head to Namche Bazaar. It is the starting point for the panoramic view of mountains in the background. Throughout your journey, you will witness spellbinding glimpses of the Himalayan range of Khumbu region.
The journey continues through culturally adorned Sherpa villages like Tengboche, Deboche, and Pheriche. Ultimately, an ascent to Lobuche, followed by another uphill climb, leads us to Gorakshep. Subsequently, exploring Everest Base Camp reveals the grandeur of Khumbu Glacier and Ice-fall, with the skyline filled with innumerable peaks. Hiking to the Kalapatthar viewpoint is a trek highlight, offering a stunning sunrise view over the Himalayan range. including Mt. Everest (8848m), Mt. Lhotse (8414m), Mt. Makalu (8463m), Mt. Lhotse Shar (8393m), Mt. Cho Oyo (8188m), and other peaks. This trekking is most recommended to climbers who are physically fit and looking forward to an adventurous journey. The best times to visit the Everest Base Camp are between early-March to mid-May and early-September to mid-November.
Corporate Adventure Treks provides a complete package for the Everest Base Camp Trek for your convenience. We offer the best services for the entire length of the trek along with local experienced guides. If you are planning for an adventurous trip this holiday season, contact us early at +977-9851029803.
Welcome to Nepal! On your arrival at Kathmandu, you will be received by our staff and transferred to the hotel. It is advisable to take a tour outside your hotel at Thamel and Kathmandu Durbar Square (a UNESCO World Heritage) to explore the lifestyle and people of the capital city. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Duration: 35 minutes flight & 5 hours
Flights to Lukla airport are scheduled in the morning to avoid unclear weather conditions in the afternoon. On your flight, you will get to see a spectacular view of the Everest region. On your way to Monjo, you will cross Dudh Koshi River on a couple of occasions and witness breathtaking views of Kusum Khangkaru and Kongde ranges. Overnight stay at Monjo.
Duration: 4-5 hours
Monjo village is considered as the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park. Starting with an uphill climb to Jorsalle, you will walk with a glimpse of Kusum Khangkaru (6367), Thamserku (6608m), Nuptse (7861m) and the Mt. Everest (8848m) as well. Further, ascend to Namche Bazaar. This trade hub of the Everest region is perhaps the most famous destination for a brief stop. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar.
Today, you take a short hike to Khumjung village above Namche to adjust your body in the high altitude. Rest of the day is for you to rest and enjoy the majestic view of Everest (8848m), Nuptse (7861m), Ama Dablam (6856m), Taboche (6367m), Lhotse (8414m), and many more. Namche Bazaar in itself is one of the most beautiful settlements in the Khumbu region and make sure you take most out of the rest day at Namche. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar.
Duration: 6-7 hours
You start your trek climbing towards the Sagarmatha National Park museum and follow the main trail above the river for about two hours and descend to cross Dudh Koshi to Phunki Tenga. The trail climbs through a forest of rhododendrons to Tengboche and, ultimately, reaches Deboche. You can even get to see Danphe (Impeyan Pheasant), musk deer, and Himalayan Thar along the trail to Deboche. Overnight stay at Deboche.
Duration: 5-6 hours
Walking past Imja Khola and Pangboche, you continue the trek to Somare. The trail ahead is covered with conifers and rhododendron forests which lead to Pheriche. You also cross the Pheriche Pass (4270m) and trek through pasturelands to reach a large stone wall. Further, Pheriche awaits your arrival. Today’s trail has the views of peaks including Mt. Taboche (6367m), Ama Dablam (6856m), Pokalde (5806m), and Nuptse (7861m) to offer. Overnight stay at Pheriche.
On this day, you rest and acclimatize yourself at Pheriche. This village is a popular stop for the trekkers as there is a primary health and aid post to get treatment of altitude sickness and basic first aid assistance if required. To the north of Pheriche, you can see rock towers built in remembrance of trekkers who have lost their lives in the mountains. Overnight stay at Pheriche.
Duration: 5-6 hours
A steep climb over the terminal moraine of Khumbu glacier will lead you to Lobuche. Like the previous days, you will get to see Mt. Taboche (6367m), Ama Dablam (6856m), Pokalde (5806m), and Nuptse ranges as you walk ahead towards Lobuche. It is possible to witness Mt. Taboche (6367m) and Nuptse (7861m) up close from the Lobuche towering. The Lobuche village is an ideal campsite with small huts in a meadow between the Khumbu glacier and Lobuche peak. Overnight stay at Lobuche.
Duration: 7-8 hours
The trail from Lobuche is a narrow path between the glacial moraine and the mountains walls with a glimpse of Khumbu glacier from the edge of the moraine. Gorakshep is the original Everest Base Camp guarded by the mountain view of Pumori (7165m), Nuptse (7861m), and other spectacular peaks. The new Everest Base Camp is further 3.5 km up the valley through rocky boulders and streams. The Everest Base Camp is the point where climbers gather for summiting the majestic Mt. Everest (8848m). Upon reaching the base camp, you can relish the moment and enjoy the views of Khumbu Glacier and Icefall along with numerous peaks in the Everest massif. You then return back to Gorakshep after enjoying the glorious Everest Base Camp. Overnight stay at Gorakshep.
Duration: 7-8 hours
To get the clear 360-degree mountain views, you hike to the Kalapatthar viewpoint in the morning. So, you will start your day early today. Undoubtedly, the panoramic view of the Mt. Everest (8848m) alongside Mt. Ama Dablam (6856m), Mt. Lhotse (8414m), Mt. Nuptse (7861m), Mt. Pumori (7165m), and other peaks from Kalapatthar is what you’ll remember first when you think of the whole trip. On your way back, you will descend to Pheriche via Lobuche and Dughla. Overnight stay at Pheriche.
Duration: 6-7 hours
Today, you will descend down to Namche via Pangboche. First stop is Tengboche, a village you can stop by for lunch with splendid views of Mt. Ama Dablam (6856m), and numerous other peaks in the background from Tengboche Monastery. You are now headed towards Kyangjuma which is a junction of the trinity ways to Gokyo Valley, Khumjung village, and Namche Bazaar. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar
Duration: 6-7 hours
Most trekkers find downhill walk from Namche to Lukla as the hardest part of the whole trek. This is not just due to the terrain but the thoughts of exiting the company of the sublime Himalayas also add to the difficulty. You will pass through forests of pine and rhododendrons with the view of snow-capped mountains at distance, reach Phakding and continue to walk to Lukla. Overnight stay at Lukla.
Duration: 35 minutes
You will have a flight back to Kathmandu as scheduled. Prepare yourself for a slight change in plan in case of bad weather in Lukla as it might delay and or cancel the flight. The flight will offer final views of the Himalayas and upon landing once again at the capital, you head to the hotel for rest and recreation. You also can celebrate the success of the trek in your final day of the journey. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Today, your travel in Nepal comes to an end. After greeting goodbyes to the trek members, you will be accompanied by a company representative to the Tribhuvan International Airport. Goodbye and best wishes!
Remember you will be trekking to the world’s highest trekking destination, Everest Base Camp which lies well above 5000 meters beyond the sea level. Here there is less oxygen in the atmosphere which will make breathing a bit difficult.
To let your body get used to the thin air, you need to walk slowly, steadily, and keep your body hydrated. If you try to hasten and walk fast to reach your destination in less time, chances are you may suffer from AMS or Acute Mountain Sickness.
AMS symptoms like dizziness, headache, nausea, shortness of breath, fatigue, etc., are seen at elevations above 2000 meters. Usually, these symptoms occur once you reach Namche or beyond Namche.
Taking Diamox and a good night’s rest may work for mild cases. Drinking plenty of fluids (water, tea, soup, etc.) and keeping your body hydrated will also help to keep the sickness at bay. One should take the necessary precautions to ensure that the condition does not worsen. But if the symptoms worsen, one may have to return to a lower elevation and get medical help.
There are clinics at Lukla, Namche, and Pheriche which offer basic care for minor ailments. In the worst-case scenario, an air evacuation will be arranged, where the patient will be flown to Kathmandu to receive medical aid. AMS, if untreated or ignored can take your life.
On a high altitude trek like the trek to EBC, acclimatisation is very important. Your body needs time to get used to thin air which can be done by resting at a lower altitude before reaching a higher level of elevation.
The easiest way to reach Lukla (2840m), the trailhead of your Everest Base Camp Trek is via a flight. One of the highest and most extreme airports in the world, flying to Tenzing-Hillary Airport in Lukla has its own challenges. The chief among them is the weather.
The airport is built on a narrow plateau, over a steep cliff. Navigating the plane along the short and narrow runway is difficult when strong winds whip across the mountains. Surrounded by some of the highest peaks in the world, the weather here is unpredictable and changes frequently. It would be clear and sunny one minute and the next moment the clouds will appear and everything will turn hazy. Flights operate only when the weather is stable and visibility clear.
The chances of your Lukla flight getting cancelled cannot be ruled out. If this happens your EBC Trek may get extended by a day or two. So come prepared and keep buffer days so that you may not miss your international flight.
If there is a long delay due to bad weather, we will try to secure a space for you on a helicopter flight. The cost for the heli flight [USD 500 one way per person] is not included in the trip price and should be borne by you.
However, airline companies operate their first and last flights directly from Kathmandu and Lukla (KTM-LUKLA-KTM). If you book your trip early, we can try to secure a place for you on the direct flight to or from Lukla. It will be easier and more comfortable to fly directly from Kathmandu to Lukla and vice versa, instead of making that additional journey to Ramechhap.
Note: Helicopter Flights to Everest Region will operate from Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu/ newly constructed Heliport. Nalinchowk Airport in Bhaktapur that is about 20 km away from central Kathmandu.
As opposed to popular belief, you don’t need a lot of complicated gear and equipment for an Everest Base Camp adventure. Here’s a basic checklist of the most essential items that you should not forget to bring with you during your EBC Trek:
A sturdy pair of trekking boots with good ankle support
Rucksack or day-pack (30 liters) with a waterproof cover
Trekking pants and waterproof trousers
T-shirts or shirts
Down jacket
Wind/ waterproof light jacket
Fleece jumper or jacket
Inner Thermal (top and trouser)
4-6 pair of socks and underwear
Sunglasses, sun hat, woollen cap or balaclava
Inner and outer gloves
Headlamp, power bank, and extra batteries
Sun protection cream, wet wipes, and hand sanitizer
Towel, flip-flop or rubber sandal, toiletries
Water bottle and water purification tablets
Sleeping bag and sleeping bag liner
These are only some of the essential items. Check a more detailed packing list for trekking. Most of the trekking equipment are available on hire in Kathmandu. You can keep your baggage light by only packing the most essential items and renting or buying the rest in Kathmandu. Shops in Thamel offer branded as well locally made gear and equipment.
