Everest Base Camp Trek

A trek to the Everest Base Camp (EBC) is at the top of hiker’s bucket list and the most celebrated trekking route of Nepal, which is for good reason. Situated at the foot of Khumbu Glacier, this spectacular trek takes you to the base of the tallest mountain in the world which is 5380 meters above sea level. The trek is considered as a hiker’s paradise and encourages thousands of trekkers and hillwalkers to visit Nepal. Boasted as one of the most scenic treks in the world and it will reward you with the dramatic views of world’s tallest peaks, crystal-clear rivers, waterfalls, glaciers, valleys, suspension bridges and also you will get to experience the unique culture of the Khumbu region and many more.  The panoramic views of the snowcapped mountains towering over your heads, epic struggles, and the pinnacle of reaching the EBC are what you’ll accomplish in this trek.

Everest Base Camp is a lifetime experience that you don't want to miss!

Best time for Everest base camp trek

In Nepal, spring lasts from February to May and autumn lasts from September to November which makes both seasons perfect to do this trek. These seasons rewards you with clear skies, picturesque views, better visibility, and temperatures that will make your trek pleasant and comfortable. However, in recent years early December has become popular among trekkers as it offers fewer crowds, but the end of December can be dangerous due to high snowfall and trail blockade.

About the Trek

Everest Base camp trek starts with a stunning flight to Tenzing Hillary Airport, known as the world’s, most dangerous airport. This marks the starting point of the trek. The entire trek takes anywhere from 12- 14 days depending on your itinerary. The major attraction of this trek includes reaching the Everest best camp, the view of Mount Everest from Kala Patthar and the views of Mt.  Lhoste, Mt. Ama Dablam and many other peaks. Immersed into the pristine wilderness every day, during the nighttime you will stay in the tea houses which are built and managed by locals that provides basic facilities to the trekkers. These are homely stays where the locals greet you with heart-warming smiles, serve you the fantastic Nepalese food. You can’t help but feel the magic within these communities. With each passing village, you will be surrounded by the nature of the glorious Himalaya. Stay present and immerse yourself in this beauty.

Experiencing the unique and authentic culture of Sherpas is also the major attraction of this trek. You will also visit the famous Tengboche monastery which is the oldest and most spiritual monastery of Khumbu.

Kala Patthar which literally means black rock in Nepali is at the elevation of 5545 meters where you can see the peak of the world's highest mountain i.e. Mount Everest. Reaching this point is considered as the zenith of the trip! 

Trek Difficulty

Considered as moderate this trek can also be done by novice hikers with proper training. You don’t need any mountaineering skills to accomplish the goal. With that said this trek demands you to hike in the high altitude 4-6 hours every day and you need to physically fit to do this trek. One of the absolute ways to enjoy the trek is to have enough training prior to the trek. We at Destination Unlimited can answer you with questions regarding the training.

Safety

We, Destination Unlimited, have been working since 2010, sharing the memorable and phenomenal memories with trekkers from all over the world. It is our highest responsibility that our guests have the ultimate Himalayan experience, and your safety is our top priority. We will be in touch with our guides throughout the trek and monitor every situation. Since you will be hiking in the higher altitudes, our guides will consistently watch you for any symptoms related to Acute Mountain sickness (AMS). Our team having years and years of experience in doing this trek, knows how to prevent altitude sickness in the first place and help you finish the trek successfully. Also, in case of severe AMS, we will co-coordinate the rescue operations and bring you down safely through helicopter. Our Guides will also carry first Aid kit along with them. But we also recommend every member to their carry own First-Aid kit and other medications they need.

Food during Trekking

For small groups, we will serve the meals that you choose from the tea house or restaurant menu which has a variety of options from Nepali cuisine like our famous Daal Bhat and from Western, Continental, Chinese, Indian cuisines etc. For bigger groups, the group leader and our guide can customize and make their own menu. Also, our guides should be able to answer your questions related to which food will suit you in the mountains and which are not. We are fully aware that good food is the key part of your health and will help you to finish this hike successfully and will help you to choose the right food all along the way. 

Tea houses in the Everest region

In this region we can find Teahouses in different categories and are priced from low to high based on the standards and facilities they offer.  Normally in budget package, we provide a clean and comfortable twin sharing room. Bathrooms will be the same floor and not attached to the room. When you book with us, we will work with you to get the right option based on your needs. With that said, after Dingbouche the rooms are mostly basic, and priced higher since these are in high altitude areas. 

About drinking water

Mineral water is expensive in the mountains. Even boiled water could cost you US $/liter and gets more expensive when you go up. People also use the water purification tablet or drops or pumping systems that can purify water to save money. There are few options here and based on your price range we can suggest the right option for you.

Unpredictable Lukla weather

The weather in Lukla is unpredictable. Even during the best season of October and November, the weather may go bad and there is a high possibility of delay or even cancellation of the flights. So, we recommend you keep a buffer of minimum 1- 2 days before your return flight back home. Also, taking a chopper is also quite normal in these areas and if that’s the case be prepared to plan for the extra cost. 

Our Team 

Destination Unlimited have been working since 2010, creating beautiful memories for our guests who travel with us from all over the world. We ensure that we align ourselves to the highest international safety standards to offer you an excellent service. As a team we take pride in what we do and enjoy the privilege of taking trekkers in the Himalayan terrain and all the way up to the finish line. You will be thoroughly able to enjoy the mountains and while we take care of all your needs. Rest assured, our guides who are local to this area are always happy to share their Himalayan knowledge and stories.

Please reach out to us  for more information and questions. 

Ashok Niroula

(Managing Director)

Destination Unlimited Treks & Expeditions Pvt

GPO# 8168, Kathmandu, Nepal

Phone: +977 9851142522 ( Can WhatsApp anytime)

http://www.destinationunlimitedtreks.com

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