Everest Base Camp Trek-16 Days
(ETNNP154)  Nepal Group Tour

Overview

Everest Base Camp Trek, undoubtedly, is one of the best trekking sites in the world. If you are seeking to experience the real trekking, you should make Everest Base your destination. Trekking to Everest Base Camp surely satisfies the desire of travelers seeking adventures. In Everest Base Camp Trek, you will know the real meaning of life and understand what nature is. When you view the cold mountains so close to you, even your whole body freezes, one thing that melts is your heart. You will get shiver when you reach close to the world’s highest peak, Mt. Everest. So, if you are some adventurous seeker and nature lover, then Everest Base Camp Trek is your cup of tea.

To state briefly, the trekking to Everest Base Camp starts from the capital of Nepal -kathmandu to the flight of about 30 minutes to Lukla. Then the trek is commenced to Phakding and then to popular Namche Bazaar which is called the gateway of Everest Base. Namche Bazaar is a perfect place to rest and is full of wonderful hotels, shops, cafes and bakeries. It is a junction where trekkers with same destination meet and share their words. From there, you will trek to some popular Himalayan monastery Tengboche and then to Dingboche, Labuche and Gorakshep. From there, you will hike to Everest Base Camp and then hike to black rocks called Kallapathar.You will see splendid Mountain View and beautiful sunrise from there. Then you will trek down to Pheriche and then back to Namche Bazaar, Phakding, Lukla and finally back to kathmandu.

With Everest Base Camp Trek, you will get the lifetime experience and you will keep the unforgettable memory in your heart. You will get a chance to share some moments of your life with brave climbers of that place called Sherpas. The beautiful landscapes and breathtaking views will always remain with you forever. You will want to share your feelings of the trekking with not just friends or relatives, with even the strangers.

Daily Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m/4,428ft)

Arrival in Kathmandu (13,45m) at the Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA). pick up by our office representative, transfer you to your hotel, evening brief you about your trip, Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu. ( Included: Breakfast )

Day 2: Sightseeing of Kathmandu valley UNESCO world heritage sites & trek Preparation

We tour Durbar Square, Pashupatinath temple, Swayambhunath stupa and Bouddhanath stupa which are all world heritage sites. The Durbar Square sheds light on the life of the royals in ancient times. Pashupatinath temple is one of the most important places of pilgrimage for all Hindus. Swayambhunath is also known as the Monkey Temple and Baudhanath Stupa is one of the largest stupas in the world. At noon, we are introduced to our fellow participants and discuss our trip. Overnight in Kathmandu.

( Included: Breakfast )

Day 3: Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding (2,610m/8,700ft): 40 minutes flight;8km, 3 - 4 hours trek

We take an early morning flight to Lukla which is where all Everest treks begin. We walk on a trail that gradually descends to Cheplung village from where we get a glimpse of Mt. Khumbila, a sacred mountain which has never been climbed. From here, we gradually descend until Phakding. Overnight in Phakding.

( Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner )

Day 4: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,438m/11,280 ft): 11km, 5 - 6 hours

Our trail passes through a pine forest and we continue our walk on the trail that goes north up the Benkar valley. We cross Dudh Koshi River and pass Chumoa and Monjo villages before reaching the entrance of the Everest National Park. Then after crossing a suspension bridge, we pass Jorsale village and walk alongside of the Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers. We ascend on a steep trail and reach Namche Bazaar which is probably the biggest town in the Everest region. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

( Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner )

Day 5: Acclimatization Day - Namche Bazaar: (3,441m/11,284ft)

We can tour Namche Bazaar which is the primary town of the Everest or Khumbu region and has government offices, ATMs, internet cafes, shops, restaurants, and a colorful market. Our guide will take you to explore around the nearest villages or hike up to Syangboche Everest View hotel for couple of hours to resist your body with high elevation). Overnight in Namche Bazaar

( Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner )

Day 6: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,860m/12,694ft): 10km, 5- 6 hours

The trek until Phunki is an easy walk. From here we ascend towards Tengboche village which houses the very famous Tengboche monastery which is the biggest monastery of the Everest region. It is located within the Sagarmatha National Park which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The monastery is blessed with panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Thamserku. The Tengboche Monastery opens at 3:00pm, so if we reach there by 3 o’clock we can observe a Buddhist religious ceremony. Overnight in Tengboche.

( Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner )

Day 7: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,400m/14,300 ft): 9km, 5 - 6 hours

Our trail descends and passes through lush forests of birch, confer and rhododendron trees. While trekking we can admire good views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. We walk downhill to Debuche and cross the Imja River to reach Pangboche. We choose the upper Pangboche trail and admire the Himalayan vista and the Pangboche Monastery. We continue our walk to the Imja Valley and Lobuche River before ascending to Dingboche. It is a picturesque village with beautiful barley, potato and buckwheat fields complete with grazing animals dotted along those fields. Overnight in Dingboche

( Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner )

Day 8: Dingboche: Acclimatization

Spending a day in Dingboche will help us to acclimate to the high altitude. Instead of staying idle, we climb a ridge located behind the village and see six of the world’s tallest peaks including Lhotse, Makalu and Cho Oyu. Furthermore, we can also admire Cholatse and Taboche peaks. On our north-west we see more Himalayan peaks rising above the Khumbu Khola Valley. Among those peaks, Lobuche West, Lobuche East and Lhotse are the most dominant. From another location on the ridge we can also admire the picturesque Imja Khola Valley and the beautiful Dingboche village. Overnight at Dingboche.

( Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner )

Day 9: Dingboche to Lobuche (4900 m/16,207 ft): 4km, 2 - 4 hours

We ascend to the steep terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. The top of the ridge is filled with prayer flags and stones which are memorial shrines for climbers who lost their lives on Mt. Everest. As the trail drops to the Khumbu Glacier moraine, we find ourselves facing several great peaks including Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori and Mahalangur Himal. As we are crossing Khumbu Glacier we can also see Mt. Nuptse. Overnight in Lobuche.

( Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner )

Day 10: Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5170 m/16,961ft), visit Everest Base Camp (5363 m/17,594 ft): 13km, 6-7 hours

The trek to Everest Base Camp is not very difficult. However, we ascend and descend mostly on a glacier path. There is also a lot of meandering on rough terrains. As we reach the base camp, we enjoy the incredible melt patterns and admire the gently rounded ice towers on the upper part of the Khumbu glacier. The Everest Base Camp is stunningly beautiful. We can enjoy amazing views of Nuptse, Khumbuste and Pumori mountains from the base camp. After soaking in the beauty, we walk back towards Gorak Shep where we spend the night. Overnight in Gorak Shep.

( Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner )

Day 11: Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar (5,545m/18,192ft) to Pherice (4,288m/14,070ft): 16km, 7-8 hours

We wake up early for the walk up to Kala Patthar. It is dark outside with cold temperature and most likely chilly winds.  We walk on a fairly steep trail at a comfortable pace. As we are climbing up the hill we can see Lingtren, Khumbutse, and Changtse mountains. The view from the summit is outstanding. We can see the world’s tallest mountain Everest along other mighty Himalayan peaks. After spending some time at the summit of Kala Patthar, we walk back to Gorak Shep which is relatively easier than hiking up to Kala Pathhar and After lunch we descend to Pheriche to spend the night. Overnight in Pheriche.

( Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner )

Day 12: Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,280 ft): 20km, 6 - 7 hours

We lose approximately 2,000 feet in elevation today and walk on a trail with a lot of ups and downs. We descend through a hillside filled with rhododendron and juniper trees and cross a bridge over the Dudh Koshi River. We descend rapidly through pine forest where we can easily spot mountains goats, pheasants and other wild animals and birds common to the area. The path eventually reaches Sansa from where we can enjoy views of Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Nuptse mountains. We walk on winding trails followed by another walk through a forest before reaching Namche Bazaar. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

( Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner )

Day 13: Namche Bazaar to Phakding ( 2610 m/ 8700ft): 8km, 3 – 4 hours

We begin our trek to Namche Bazaar today on a rocky terrain.  It is mostly a downhill trek on a trail alongside the Dudh Koshi River. Overnight in Phakding

( Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner )

Day 14: Phakding to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft): 19km, 3 - 4 hours

We begin our trek Phakding we cross several suspension bridges, pass by several monasteries and villages before reaching Lukla. After reaching Lukla we spend rest of the day taking rest as today will be our last day on the mountains. Overnight in Lukla.

( Included Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner )

Day 15: Fly to Kathmandu

We catch an early morning flight to Kathmandu after our long mountain journey. After reaching Kathmandu, we can take a rest or do some souvenir shopping. If we want to explore any other areas of Kathmandu, we may do that today. Our guides can help you with both souvenir shopping or sightseeing. There will be a farewell dinner in the evening to celebrate the successful completion of our journey. Overnight in Kathmandu.

( Included meals:Breakfast Dinner )

Day 16: Final departure

Our adventure in Nepal ends today. Our office representative will drop us off at the Tribhuwan International Airport a few hours before the scheduled flight.

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Value Added

We are ready to welcome you with all the necessary safety measures (Post -19 Pandemic Halt). Hence we assure you of safety and security by following the optimal precautions.

Safety Assurance from Us (Tour/Trekking Operator)

• Vehicles fully cleaned and disinfected
• Foot bath mat available at entrance
• Extra masks available (if required)
• Safe distancing
• We carry limited number of passengers
• Our crew wear full PPE while disinfecting the vehicle
• Temperature screening available
• Our crew tested fit to travel
• Sanitizers available
• We carry additional deep wipe down cleaning of high touched areas
• Hygiene kit available for sale
• Our crew wear face mask and face shield

Safety Rules for Travelers (You)

• Namaste over handshake
• Do not travel if unwell
• Wear face mask all the time
• Maintain safe distancing
• Use foot mat while boarding
• Undertake temperature screening
• Ventilators over air conditioning
• Avoid unnecessary surface touching
• Wash/Sanitize hands regularly
• Follow sneeze etiquette
• Follow safety instructions (from local authority)
• Carry your personal hygiene all the time

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