Overview
Trip Overview
The 14 Days Everest Base Camp Trek is the adventure of a different level, one that will bring you closer to the world's highest peak, Mount Everest. This fantastic trek is a dream for travelers in quest of an adventure and an opportunity to experience stunning beauty in the Everest region. This is the fantastic journey into the heart of the Khumbu Valley for participation in the special culture of the Sherpa people and observation of enormous Himalayas.
The breathtaking adventure begins from Kathmandu with a gutsy flight to Lukla, from where the trek begins. The train curves its way to very picturesque Sherpa villages like Phakding and Namche Bazaar, with your first-day acclimatization so as to get adapted to the high altitude of the region. Namche Bazaar is the lively center of the Everest region, showcasing daily life among the Himalayas with breathtaking mountain scenery.
The trek continues via Tengboche, which hosts the very famous Tengboche Monastery-also known as Tengboche Gompa-and by higher altitude villages like Dingboche and Lobuche. You will be surrounded by spectacular sights of peaks such as Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Nuptse. The climax of the trek is the arrival at Everest Base Camp (5,364 m), which would bring one closer to the world's highest mountain and marks the takeoff point for many expeditions that attempt to climb Everest.
The hike to Kala Patthar right at 5,545 m above sea level represents the climax of the trek for the ultimate panoramic view. From here, you can witness an unforgettable sunrise over Everest, with some of the best views of the mountain. The view from Kala Patthar is not only a treat for the eyes but also one soulful experience etched in the hearts of trekkers.
The trek back passes by beautiful landscapes and familiar villages like Pheriche and Namche Bazaar in a whole different light from terrain crossed earlier. This is a medium-hard challenge with days of acclimatization against altitude sickness for safety and pleasure in traveling outward.
The 14 Days Everest Base Camp Trek is one of these incredible tours that amalgamate natural beauty, cultural richness, and adventure eluded into one fascinating experience offering lifetime memories in the Himalayas and a lifetime of satisfaction to the trekkers.
TOP TREK MOMENTS
Highlights
- The praiseworthy view of the iceberg at Khumbu Glacier
- Panoramic view of the range of mountains
- Visit Namche Bazar- the central hub of the Himalayan Region
- Trekking along the beautiful rough ridges of the Himalayan Region
- Mystic views from Tengboche, Kala Patthar, and Lobuche
DAY BY DAY
Detailed Itinerary
ROUTE VISUAL
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
Detailed Inclusions
- Picks up and drops off at the airport by private car/van/bus.
- Standard accommodation in Kathmandu and while trekking.
- Standard meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) in various tea houses during trekking.
- Provides all necessary paperwork and national park entry permits without any problems.
- Flight Ticket (LUK-KTM-LUK) / local airport Tax.
- Provides an experienced, helpful and friendly Guide, porters (1 porter for two people) if needed.
- Accommodation, salary, Drinks, Food, transportation, and insurance for the Porter and Guide.
- If you get the insurance, an arrangement of emergency Helicopter service is also provided.
- Entrance permit and fees for Sagarmatha National Park.
- No need to pay for Trekker's Information Management System (TIMS) card fees.
- If necessary, a duffel bag is also offered.
- Both our fees, VAT, government costs and service charges
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Detailed Exclusions
- Nepal entry visa fee (on arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, you can request the visa quickly). You're going to need two passport-type photos.
- Travel insurance cost.
- Dinner and lunch while in Kathmandu.
- Beverages.
- Sweets and chocolates.
- Cost for a hot shower during the trek.
- Tips for guides, porters and any other local tea house (expected by guides and porters and so on but not mandatory)
ESSENTIAL TREK INFO
Good to Know
A suggested Equipment List for trekking in the Nepal Himalayas is given below. Our porters can hold between 20 kg to 25 kg of your big bag. And it's easier to have your day bag on your own, where you can put all the stuff you need for the day. Like a camera and film, tea, a napkin sheet, a warm place, a T-shirt and a warm jacket.
A checklist of supplies highlights items you might bring on a trek that you might otherwise forget.
Clothing
- Cold season hat or fibre-filled sweater (winter treks)
- Pile (sweater) jacket along with a scarf.
- Hiking shorts (for men) or a skirt (for women)
- Waterproof jacket, poncho, umbrella or raincoat
- Hiking pants, T-shirt or blouse
- Undergarments as per necessity
- Sun hat and swimwear (optional)
Footwear
- Running shoes or trekking shoes
- Thongs or camp shoes
- Warm Socks (polypropylene)
Other Equipment
- Backpack or daypack
- Sleeping bag (optional)
- Maps, compass & guidebook (optional)
- Water bottle
- Torch (flashlight) and batteries
Miscellaneous items
- Toiletries
- Towel
- Laundry soap
- Toilet paper & cigarette lighter
- Pre-moistened towelettes
- Sunscreen (SPF 15+)
- Small knife
- Sewing kit
- Iodine, water purification tablets or a filter
- Medical & first-aid kit
Things that are required for the trekkers who are willing to stay for a longer time frame
Clothing
- Insulated pants
- Nylon windbreaker
- Nylon wind pants
- Long underwear
- Woollen headwear (or balaclava)
- Gloves and Gaiters
Footwear
- Trekking boots for Mountain hiking
- Woollen socks to wear with boots
- Light cotton socks to wear under wool socks
- Down booties (optional)
Miscellaneous items
- Goggles or sunglasses while trekking
- Sunscreen for lips, along with face
Checklist for Optional Equipment
- Photographic Gear
- Camera & lenses
- Lens cleaning equipment
- Film (about 20 rolls)
- Navigation Aids
- GPS unit
- Altimeter
- Thermometer
- Miscellaneous Items
- Binoculars
- Books/magazines
- Small duffel bag or suitcase (to leave behind in Kathmandu)
- Padlock
- Stuff sacks & plastic bags