Everest Base Camp Trek (16 Days Itinerary)
One of the most popular treks in Nepal, the Everest Base Camp Trek is often on the Top Ten list of travel magazines.
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Everest Base Camp Trek Overview
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The journey begins with a short and adventurous flight to Lukla.
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Recommended: October to December OR February to May
The Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most satisfying, enjoyable, and thrilling treks in the world, not just in Nepal. Aside from being captivating and adventurous, the EBC Trek provides enough chances to learn about the local Sherpa culture, discover the unique ecology of the Sagarmatha National Park, and immerse yourself in the quiet and tranquil surroundings of the Khumbu Valley.
The route follows the Dudh Koshi River through deep woods of Rhododendron, Pine, Juniper, and Fir, passing past various Sherpa communities. The stronghold of Sherpa Culture and Buddhist Religion in the Everest Region can be seen in the display of multi-colored prayer flags, prayer wheels, and carved Mani Stones practically everywhere along the path. The EBC trek trail takes you into the heart of the Himalayas and sets up its way up to 5,643m above sea level, providing you with breathtaking views of the world’s highest peak.
The most breathtaking aspect of this trek is the beautiful views of Mount Everest, Mount Lhotse, Mount Ama Dablam , Mount Pumori, Mount Nuptse, Mount Makalu, Mount Cholatse, Mount Thamserku, Mount Kangtega, and many more. The highest point of the trek, Kalapatthar, gives iconic views of Mt. Everest and several other snow-capped peaks.
Everest Base Camp Trek Route
This 16-day Everest Base Camp trek combines breathtaking vistas of several of the world’s highest mountains with interesting Sherpa culture. This exciting journey begins with a short flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, a lovely Sherpa town. You’ll be surprised with spectacular views of the majestic Himalayas from the start of the walk, as you see the first fascinating mountain vistas during this short mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla.
After reaching Lukla the EBC trek begins with a hike to Phakding which is followed by hike to Namche Bazaar where you will be staying for acclimatization. The journey follows the trail to Tengboche, Pheriche, Dughla, Lobuche and then finally to the Everest Base Camp.
A Typical Day at EBC Trek
A typical day of the trek starts with a wake-up call from your guide at around six in the morning at the teahouse you are staying. Get ready and freshen up. By 7 AM, pack your bags and proceed to the dining room for breakfast. Before setting off on the journey with your guide at 8 AM, check your bags one more time and fill up your water bottle.
You set off early in order to avoid walking in the heat while enjoying the beautiful mountain views. There will be brief stops along the way so that you may take pictures and enjoy the scenery. Around noon or midday, you make a lunch stop at a local teahouse. After around an hour or 40 minutes of rest, you get back on the trail and continue until you reach your accommodation for the night.
When you arrive at your destination for the night, you go to your teahouse, check in, and take rest. At evening, tea will be served along with some small snacks (cookies or biscuits). You can warm yourself by the heater or stove in the common area since the rooms are not warmed.
Exchange tales or play cards with other trekkers and sherpas until dinner is served (about 7 PM). After dinner, your guide will brief you on the next day’s journey – the route you will travel, the difficulty, where you will stop for lunch, and so on. After that, rest for the night and get some well-earned sleep.
Best Season for Everest Base Camp Trek
Throughout the year, tourists, professional climbers, and locals climb to the Base Camp. The EBC trek is most pleasant in the spring or autumn. Normally, the sky is absolutely bright from sunset to morning at these times. The most stunning views are provided by the bright azure skies.
Spring (February to June) is one of the most significant times to visit EBC. As the monsoon fades, ideal hiking weather appears, and most trekkers go to EBC at this period. The temperature rises to 20 degrees during the day and drops to 5 degrees at night. This is the greatest time to admire the scenery.
Autumn (Sep-Nov) brings colder temperatures, and as the season develops, snowfall makes EBC hiking more difficult. The nights become cooler. During this season, Nepalese celebrate two of their most important festivals: Dashain and Tihar. The festive atmosphere also makes trekking more enjoyable during this season.
EBC Trek Highlights
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Stand at the foot of Mount Everest, in awe of its beauty and scale.
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Watch the sunset over Mount Everest from Kalapatthar, often known as the Everest viewpoint.
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Fly into Lukla’s high-altitude Hillary Tenzing Airport, an adventure in and of itself.
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Visit Sherpa communities and interact with Tibetan-like people and yak herders.
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Stay at Namche Bazaar, where all Everest adventures begin.
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The chilling beauty of the Khumbu Glacier and Khumbu Icefalls will leave you speechless.
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Use the necessary acclimatization days to learn about the Sherpa way of life as you pass through Sagarmatha National Park, with its diverse flora and animals.
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Follow in the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary and other well-known mountaineers.
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Visit Tengboche Monastery, which has a significant spiritual significance.
Daily Itinerary
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Cancellations & Refunds
At Rolwaling Trek, we just want our clients to have the best possible experiences. That’s why we don’t withhold deposits or have a fixed cancellation policy. We understand that sometimes life puts you in unexpected situations, so if you have to cancel or postpone a trip, there’s no need to worry.
If you need to change plans, please get in touch with us as soon as you can, and we will make the necessary arrangements to amend or cancel your trip. You can contact us at: +977 – 9801026642.
Notes
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Trekking routes can be customised to suit your personal interests, abilities and time constraints.
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If an area does not have good quality accommodation options, we can provide very comfortable camping-style accommodation for the duration of your journey.
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Rolwaling also has a team of cooks who specialise in making Japanese cuisine, using authentic ingredients from Japan.
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A lot of the fresh produce used in our dishes is sourced locally from growers in the trekking region.
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