everest base camp trek Tour

Package Overview

Trekking to the foot of the highest peak of the world, Mount Everest indeed is a reverie for any trekkers all around the world. The trend to follow the footprints of the trail began after Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary summited Everest in 1953. Essentially, during Everest Base Camp Trek you will pass through the world’s most outstanding and serene upland scenery. You will explore around numerous villages experiencing way of life and culture of people especially ‘Sherpas’ residing in the heart of Himalayas. Any trekker will be entirely swayed as s/he pass through the paths lined with Mani walls carved with Tibetan Buddhist prayers, walk on the Khumbu glacier, visit ancient monasteries and climb Kala Patthar set at the elevation of 5,555m.

Just fantasizing to reach at the top of the world might give you terrific feeling. Standing opposite to the soaring peaks of the Everest region especially, the world's three highest mountains including Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu, will surge the rhythms of your heart beat. We will start our hike to Everest base camp as we land to Lukla Airport after a picturesque 30-minute flight from Kathmandu. From Lukla, we will make way to attention-grabbing village and move down to the Dudh Koshi River. Walking ahead subsequently, we will arrive at the Everest region and get a perfect chance to pass by Sagarmatha National Park. We will also pass a set named Jorsale and reach Namche Bazaar, a central trading location of the region and gateway to Everest.

We will also walk by Syangboche Airport from where we will get to the Everest View Hotel for catching panoramic vistas of Everest, Tawache, Lhotse and Amadablam. Then, we will also traverse a colorful bridge decorated with prayer flags hung above the Dudh Koshi River before reaching Tengboche. Exploring around a popular transcendent hub of Khumbu - Tengboche monastery and the close up scenes of Mt Nuptse, Mt Amadablam and Mt Everest in the backdrop totally captivates you.

To continue our voyage to get to Everest Base Camp, we will also pass through the settlement- Dingboche passing numerous Chortens and Mani walls. After that, we will walk to Gorakshep passing from side to side with the horizontal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. Gorakshep too rewards us with breathtaking vista of the amazing landscape particularly sights of Kala Patthar and a rock face below Mt. Pumori are unquestionably memorable.

Then, walking alongside the Gorakshep Lake, we will trek to reach at the most awaited destination of the entire trek i.e. Everest Base Camp. We also climb Kala Patthar to see the sunrise views over the gigantic peaks including Mt. Everest is another fascinating part of the trek. After experiencing the feeling to be at the top of the world and capturing the amazing views of wonderful surroundings in our mind, we will return to Lukla following the same route.

If this 16-days Everest Base Camp Trek is not convenient for you and you are demanding for more strenuous trekking option in Everest region then you can choose Everest Chola Pass Trek. And our 14-days Everest Base Camp Trek can be another option for you if you have limited time but want to enjoy the delights of getting closer to Himalayas. While, if you are seeking for easier trek then, you can go for Everest Panorama Trek to get pleasure from the trails of Everest region with comfortable walk.Nepal visa arrangement (more on Nepal Visa Information)
International airfares
Excess baggage charges
Travel and rescue insurance
Added night/s accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, delayed departure, early return from mountain (due to any cause) than the programmed itinerary
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from mountain than the programmed itinerary)
Alcoholic drinks and cold drinks
Personal expenses such as phone calls, bar bills, laundry, battery recharge, bottle or boiled water, hot shower, extra porters, etc)
Personal equipment and clothing
Tips for guides and porters (tip is expected but not mandatory)01-0916-10

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Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu

  Arrive in Kathmandu at any time. Our airport representative will welcome you and give you further details of the program. There are no planned activities for your arrival day, so check into the hotel, get your bearings and enjoy your overnight at hotel.

• Day 2 : Preparation for Trek and Kathmandu Valley sightseeing tour

  On this day, you will get enough time to make preparation for the trek. We will collect your travel documents like insurance copy. You will also get a chance to go for sightseeing tour approx. 9am, to the cultural heritage sites enlisted in the World heritage list by UNESCO in Kathmandu city. You will particularly visit Kathmandu Durbar Square where you will see old royal palace -Hanumandhoka, the home of Living Goddess and several other temples carved with beautiful arts and architectures. We will then go around Swayambhunath Temple lying on the top of the hill and which displays the views of Kathmandu city. Boudhanath Stupa, on the other hand will allure with its large shaped Stupa and its serene environment. Pashupatinath Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva flaunts a lot of other Hindu temple on its surrounding and here you can also see the cremation rituals of Hindus on the shores of Bagmati River. Overnight at hotel, breakfast included.

  • Hotspots : Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Temple, Pashupatinath Temple

• Day 3 : Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2652m/8699ft) Duration: 3 hours

  To begin our trek, on this day we will fly to Lukla with a scenic flight. We walk on a track that slowly moves to Cheplung village. The village presents the lovely glimpse of Mt. Khumbila, a sacred peak which has not been climbed yet. We will then gradually walk down to Phakding passing across lush landscape and the striking views of Kusum Kangraru from distance will greet you. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

• Day 4 : Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11283ft) Duration: 6 hours

  We will move ahead from Phakding after our breakfast. On the way, the stunning backdrop and old Mani stone wall carved with prayers appear more beautiful. As we reach near to the Jorsale Village, we will get into Sagarmatha National park filled with wide variety of faunas and floras. Passing tortuous trail on the way, we will traverse several suspension bridges as well as pine and cedar forests. After experiencing demanding climb for some hours, we will reach Namche Bazaar which is introduced as capital of the Everest region. Namche is surrounded by snowy mountains and is occupied mostly by Sherpa people. Here, you can notice a number of lodges, shops or restaurants, etc. Namche was once upon a time a trading post where Tibetan and Nepalese traders used to exchange dried meat, salt, and textiles. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

• Day 5 : Namche Bazar - Everest View Hotel - Namche

  We will take rest for this day in Namche Bazaar to get properly accustomed with the elevated environment and avoid altitude sickness. Alternatively, we can explore around Namche Bazaar. We can also trek to Syangboche Airport (3700m) - perhaps the highest airfield on the earth. We will continue walking to reach the Everest View Hotel where we will be enthralled witnessing spectacular views of Everest, Amadablam, Lhotse, Tawache and more. With the memories of stunning views, we will walk back to Namche Bazaar after visiting The Everest Photo Gallery and The Sherpa Culture Museum on the way. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

• Day 6 : Namche to Tengboche (3860m/12660ft) Duration: 5 hours

  From Namche, we will catch an easy trail that takes us rather close to the striking views of Mount Everest. We will then, walk deep down to the Dudh Koshi Valley set at Pungki Thanka. From here, we will make way up to the right coast of the Dudh Koshi valley to get to the Tengboche Monastery located at the height of 3860m. Tengboche is a hub to regain transcendent feeling experiencing the serene environment surrounded by the enormous views of Mount Amadablam, Mt. Everest and numerous other. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

• Day 7 : Tengboche to Dingboche (4410m/14464ft) Duration: 5 hours

  From Tengboche, we will move down to Debuche on this day. Traversing another suspension bridge hung over the Imja Khola, we will ascend to Pangboche lying between huge numbers of Mani stones. We will climb ahead from Pangboche to the charming traditional Sherpa settlement named Dingboche. Dingboche popular as 'summer valley' bestows beautiful views of Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Island Peak. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

• Day 8 : Dingboche - Nagerjun (5100m/16728ft) and return to Dingboche, 6 hours

  At Dingboche, we will have another acclimatization day. Rather than exploring lazily around Dingboche, we can hike to Nagerjun located at the height of 5100m. Nagerjun lying just above Dingboche is set on a hill on the edges of the Chhukung valley. While hiking, we will notice the trail turning steeper making the walk quite strenuous. Walking for approximately 5 hours, we will reach Nagerjun which bestows good panorama of Lobuche East (6119m), Lobuche West (6145m), Kangtega (6685m), Taboche Peak (6367m), Thamserku (6608m), and Ama Dablam (6856m). If you are lucky, you can also observe stunning sight of Makalu, the world’s fifth tallest peak on a clear day. The views of Pheriche Valley from here is also splendid. Capturing unforgettable sights, we will walk back to Dingboche. After finishing our lunch, we can just take sunbath and relax. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

• Day 9 : Dingboche to Lobuche (4910m/16105ft) Duration: 5 hours

  We will depart from Dingboche and walk along the wide valley to Dughla. On the way, we will pass by the Trekkers Aid Post situated at Pheriche (4210 m) ran by Western volunteer doctors and assisted by the Himalayan Rescue Association. It aids with the necessary treatments to trekkers. We will pass through rock-strewn slants and then climb to Chupki Lhara from where we can discover enormous peak views. The apex of Chupki Lhara is full of prayer flags and Mani stones. We will also walk down to the Khumbu Glacier moraine, and then the scenic views of Khumbutse, Mahalangur Himal, Lingtren, and Pumori will greet us. After going across Khumbu Glacier we will also notice Mt. Nuptse. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

• Day 10 : Lobuche - Gorakshep - Everest Base Camp (5364m/17594ft) - Gorekshep (5181m/16994ft) Duration: 8 hour

  This is one of the most awaited days of the trek. We will begin walking slowly to avoid altitude sickness. On our right side, we will notice Khumbu Glacier, the highest glacier in the world. Walking for around two hours from Lobuche, we will get to Gorakshep, a tranquil location with some lodges. After that, we will make our way up to the top of the edge and we will be accompanied by the mountain views. We will then, finally arrive at Everest Base camp marked by dozens of prayer flags and piles of stones. The memorable views of Khumbutse (6,665 m), Lingtren (6,749 m), the Khumbu Icefall as well as a lot of other mountains will come into sight as we reach at the base camp. Spending the most cherished time at Everest Base Camp, we will return back to Gorakshep. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

• Day 11 : Gorakshep - Kala Pathar (5545m/18188ft) - Gorakshep - Pheriche (4210m/13809ft) Duration: 7 hours

  This is another important day of the trek. We will walk up to Kala Pathar located at the height of 5545m which is the most awe-inspiring viewpoints to see Mount Everest. Our walk will be quite demanding yet rewards you with the most wonderful mountain panorama: Everest, Nuptse, Chagatse, Lhotse Pumori, and numerous others. We will then return to Gorakshep and walk further to Pheriche. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

• Day 12 : Pheriche to Namche (3440m/11283ft) Duration: 7 hours

  With an easy walk we will trek all along the Imja River. Then, we will make way up to Tengboche. Also, we will move down to Pungki Thanka. We will also pass Kyangjuma walking on a stress-free path to reach Namche. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

• Day 13 : Namche to Lukla (2800m/9184ft) Duration: 7 hours

  We will on this day walk on a trail moving steeply downward. On the way, we will walk across suspension bridges decorated with the prayer flags above the gushing Dudh Koshi. The views of open plains, pine and rhododendron forests as well as snow covered peaks will enchant you. As we reach Lukla, we can just relax. In the evening, we can celebrate the victory of accomplishing the trek. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

• Day 14 : Lukla to Kathmandu

  You will be delighted by the mountain views for the last time while flying from Lukla to Kathmandu for 30 minutes. As you reach at Kathmandu airport, you will be transferred to the hotel. Overnight at hotel, breakfast included.

• Day 15 : Reserve day in Kathmandu

  On this day, you can just relax. Optionally, you can explore around Kathmandu or go for shopping in Thamel. Overnight at hotel, breakfast included.

• Day 16 : Farewell

  The airport representative from icicles adventure treks will transfer you to Kathmandu International Airport around 3 hours before your scheduled flight. You will depart from Nepal with the most memorable experience.

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Inclusions

• Hotel
• Sightseeing
• Transfers

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Exclusions

• Nepal visa arrangement (more on Nepal Visa Information)
• International airfares
• Excess baggage charges
• Travel and rescue insurance
• Added night/s accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, delayed departure, early return from mountain (due to any cause) than the programmed itinerary
• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from mountain than the programmed itinerary)
• Alcoholic drinks and cold drinks
• Personal expenses such as phone calls, bar bills, laundry, battery recharge, bottle or boiled water, hot shower, extra porters, etc)
• Personal equipment and clothing
• Tips for guides and porters (tip is expected but not mandatory)

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• Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

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Terms & Conditions

Payment Terms & Methods :
* Some Advance Percentage of total booking amount
* Airfare/Transport fare to be paid full at one time in advance.

Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
* Retention Amount varies as per the number of days left before your package start date.

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