Everest Base Camp Trek | Trek to EBC Nepal

Highlights of Everest Base Camp Trek -17 daysEverest Base Camp Trek offers a wonderful view of Mt Everest, Mt. Amadablam, Mt. Tawache, Mt. Lhotse, etc. from Kala Patthar and Everest Base Camp.
Breathtaking view of Mt. Kusum Kangaru from Phakding Village in Dudh Koshi Valley.
Walking along the beautiful Dudh Koshi River and crossing it at the famous Hillary suspension bridge.
Walking through Khumbu Ice Glacier, the highest-altitude glacier in the world.
Exploring the famous Namche Bazar.
Enjoy the warm and generous hospitality of the local Sherpa people.

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Overview of Everest Base Camp Trek -17 days

17 days Everest Base Camp Trek is the King of all trekking in Nepal. Mount Everest Base Camp is the highlight of the Everest Base Camp 17-days trek. The base camp of Everest is at an altitude of 5,365 m.

The itinerary of the trek is longer compared to an Everest Base Camp trek and an even shorter 12-day trek to the base camp of Mount Everest. This Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary is designed to allow a day of sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley at the start of the trek and enough acclimatization opportunities.

The Everest Base Camp 16 Days Trek takes you to the Khumbu Valley. The Khumbu valley–where most of the trek takes place–is home to the wonderful Sherpa people. Sherpas from these communities are all Buddhists. There are many monasteries in the Everest region like Pangboche, Tengboche, and Dingboche. Most of Everest Base Camp Trekking takes place along the banks of the Dudh Koshi river.

You will spot many species of endangered plants and animals during the trek. Impeyan Pheasant (Danfe), Snow Pigeon, Mountain Goats, Yak, and Snow Leopard are among the animals and birds encountered on the way. Rhododendron, Magnolia, and Giant Firs form a majority of vegetation.

The forests are dense green with temperate vegetation in the lower belt of the Everest Region. The middle belt possesses alpine vegetation and the final stages of the Everest Base Camp Trek are characterized by Tundra vegetation.

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The Everest Base Camp Trek starts with a flight to Lukla from Kathmandu. We first walk to Namche Bazaar from Lukla. Namche Bazaar is also known as the gateway to Everest. We will part ways with trekkers on the Everest High Pass Trek and Gokyo Lake Trek from Namche.

The settlement is sparse as we head north from Namche. Ancient monasteries like Tengboche and Dingboche lie on our road to Everest Base Camp. The most thrilling part of the Everest Base Camp trek is the walk along the Khumbu glacier just before reaching the base camp of Everest.

Khumbu is one of the largest glaciers on the planet. Kala Patthar, meaning black rock, is at a higher altitude (5,545 m) than Everest and provides a stunning view of the nearby mountain peaks.

Route summary: Kathmandu – Lukla – Namche Bazaar – Tengboche – Everest Base Camp – Kalapatthar – Namche – Lukla – Kathmandu.

Best Season: September to December and March to May.

Itinerary of Everest Base Camp Trek -17 days

Day	Mode	Route Itinerary	Elev.(m)	Duration	Overnight	Included
01	Flight	Arrival Kathmandu - Hotel	1,300	----	Hotel	Dinner
02	Sightseeing	world heritage sightseeing tour	1,300	----	Hotel	Breakfast
03	Flight/trek	Kathmandu - Lukla - Phakding	2,860/2,610	3/4 hrs	Lodge	B L D
04	Trek	Phakding - Namche Bazar	3,440	6/7 hrs	Lodge	B L D
05	Day hike	Everest View Hotel - Namche	3,962	4/5 hrs	Lodge	B L D
06	Trek	Namche Bazar - Tengboche	3,860	5/6 hrs	Lodge	B L D
07	Trek	Tengboche - Pagboche - Dingboche	4,400	5/6 hrs	Lodge	B L D
08	Hike/rest	Hike - Nagarjun hill - Dingboche	5,000/4400	4/5 hrs	Lodge	B L D
09	Trek	Dingboche - Thukla - Lobuche	4,940	5/6 hrs	Lodge	B L D
10	Trek	Lobuche - Everest B C - Gorakshep	5,364/5,180	8/9 hrs	Lodge	B L D
11	Hike/trek	Kalapatther - Gorakshep - Pheriche	5,545/4,350	7/8 hrs	Lodge	B L D
12	Trek	Pheriche - Phortse Village	3,950	6/7 hrs	Lodge	B L D
13	Trek	Phortse - Namche - Monju	2,835	7/8 hrs	Lodge	B L D
14	Trek	Monju - Phakding - Lukla	2660	4/5 hrs	Lodge	B L D
15	Trek	Flight - Kathmandu	1,300	30 m	Hotel	Breakfast
16	-----	Kathmandu - Free day	1,300	-----	Hotel	Breakfast
17	Flight	Kathmandu - Own Country	----	----	----	Breakfast

Note: B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner

Detail Itinerary - Day to Day Route Description

Day 01: Pickup from airport and placement in hotel.

Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu ( Kathmandu Durbar square, Soyambhunath Stupa, Pasupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa )

Day 03: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla [2,860 m / 9,383 ft] and walk of 8 km to Phakding [2,620 m / 8,595 ft]. Flight - 30 minute, Walk - 3 - 4 hours.

Day 04: 12 km trek to the beautiful town of Namche Bazaar [3, 440 m / 11,286 ft]. Estimated duration: 6 - 7 hours.

Day 05: Namche Bazaar exploration and acclimatization for further journey (Visit Everest View Hotel for best View)

Day 06: Trek to Tengboche [3,860 m / 12,664 ft]. Estimated distance: 10 km, estimated duration: 5 - 6 hours.

Day 07: Trek to Dingboche [4,400 m / 14,435 ft]. Estimated distance: 11 km, estimated duration: 5 - 6 hours.

Day 08: Rest day , Visit Nagarjuna Hill (5000 m) for Best view and Acclimatization 3 -4 hours

Day 09: Trek to Lobuche [4,940 m / 16,207 ft]. Estimated distance: 10 km, estimated duration: 4 - 5 hours.

Day 10: Trek to Gorakshep [5,180 m/ 16,994 ft]. Hike to Everest Base Camp [5,364 m / 17,598 ft] and back to Gorakshep. Estimated distance 15-17 km, estimated duration: 8 - 9 hours.

Day 11: Trek to the top of Kalapatthar [5,545 m / 18,192 ft] and Pheriche [4,350 m / 14,271 ft]. Estimated distance: 15 km, estimated duration: 8 - 9 hours.

Day 12: Trek to Phortse Village [3,950 m / 12,959 ft]. Estimated distance: 10 -11 km, estimated duration: 4 - 5 hours.

Day 13: Trek to Monjo [2,835 m / 9,301 ft]. Estimated distance: 14 -15 km, estimated duration: 6 - 7 hours.

Day 14: Trek to Lukla [2,850 m / 9,350 ft]. Estimated distance: 11 km, estimated duration: 4 - 5 hours.

Day 15: Flight to Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel

Day 16: Free and rest day in Kathmandu

Day 17: Departure.

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Includes/Excludes

What's included

Pickup and drop service for Airport Arrival by private car and driver.
Twin Sharing Accommodation in Hotel New Thamel Park (3 star category hotel) with complementary breakfast include in Kathmandu
Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu with Guide, driver and Include entrance fees
Two way flight between Kathmandu and Lukla.
All domestic airfare taxes.
pasang Lhamu rural municipality entrance fees
Trek permit TIMS ( Trekkers Security) include
Sagarmatha National Park entry permit during trekking
Full Board Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner and tea and coffee in Cup)
Seasonal fruits the following supper.
Trekking accommodation Guesthouse during the trek (day 3 to day 14)
English speaking, first aid trained, and highly experienced guides with their salary, accommodation, meal, transportation, and insurance paid for.
Assistant guide we provide above 6 people group and his expense
One porter for every two trekkers with every cost of the porter and insurance covered by the company.
Down jacket, sleeping bag, duffel bag to use, after trekking return to the company
Free Ambition Himalaya T-Shirts
Comprehensive First Aid kit with guide
Water Purification drops
Complimentary welcome or farewell dinner in Kathmandu at a cultural restaurant [optional]
Pre-trip meeting in Kathmandu before the trek
Worst-case rescue and medical evacuation arrangements

What is excluded

International airfare and visa processing fees.
Cost of travel not mentioned in itinerary, emergency evacuation and insurance.
Personal nature expenses (bars and beverage bills, dessert, hot shower, hot or drinking water, telephone, internet, laundry, tidbits etc.)
Extra Tea – Coffee
Wi-Fi and cost of other device charging.
Costs arising from natural calamities, mishaps or anything beyond our control (Costs are not refundable and transferable in any mean if you leave the trek voluntarily and want to return from the trek
Meals in Kathmandu (also in the case of early returns and late departures)
Services not mentioned in ‘Services Includes’ section (Please ask us if you are confused about any services)
Tips or gratitude for guide and porters

Important Note:

The flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, where the journey begins, is normally trustworthy, but if the weather is poor, all flights for the day will be delayed or canceled. We will try to get you on a hired helicopter (depends on your interest )if the flight is cancelled, but you will be liable for the additional fees, which can range from $300 to $600 or more depending on the number of passengers on the Helicopter.

Some itineraries include an extra day in the trek as a buffer in case of delays, while others do not. However, because flights can sometimes be delayed for many days, we recommend that you add a couple of extra days to the end of your trip in case of any delays. Extra days should always be added at the conclusion of the journey rather than the beginning.

Special Information for Lukla Flight

Some of the Peak travel Season The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal may run flights from Ramechhap to Lukla and Lukla to Ramechhap Airport in an effort to relieve congestion at Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport. In this circumstance, any affected departures you will have to get up early on Day 01 drive to the 135 kilometers (about 4-5-hours) from Kathmandu to Ramechhap Airport, and also return.Transfers in a private vehicle will be provided at no additional cost. We will provide you with the most up-to-date information about flights.

Private Group Discounts Available

Number of People	Price Per Person
1 Pax	US$ 1799
2 Pax	US$ 1470
3-5 Pax	US$ 1400
6-9 Pax	US$ 1299
10-15 Pax	US$ 1250
Over 16 Pax	US$ 1200

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No. of People	Price Per Person
1 Pax	US$ 1799
2 Pax	US$ 1470
3-5 Pax	US$ 1400
6-9 Pax	US$ 1299
10-15 Pax	US$ 1250
Over 16 Pax	US$ 1200

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