Everest Base Camp Trek

Everest Base Camp Trek Package is the most popular and classic trekking trail in Nepal. The ultimate goal of this trekking is to fulfill the dream of reaching the lap of the highest peak in the world the base camp of Mt. Everest. Many people from around the world have a dream to reach the top of the highest peaks and set the record, if not reach at least the lap of the highest peak, therefore, why do thousands of travelers make it to the Everest base camp every year? This trip starts and ends at Lukla, the airport just to the south of Everest National Park, these days. But the classic route to the EBC trek was starting from Jiri, by then the transportation (public bus) was available up to Jiri, instead of Jiri, now a day the trekking to Mt. Everest base camp starts from the place called Bhandar, the gateway to Solukhumbu. 

Mt. Everest (8,848 m), popularly known as ´Sagarmatha´ in Nepali and ´Chomolungma´ in Tibetan language, is the highest peak in the world, located in the northeast of the country. As mentioned above, the ultimate goal of this trip is to reach the lap of Mt. Everest (8,848 m) the highest peak in the world and take snaps with the backdrop of Mt. Everest and the range of the other Himalayas located in the region, namely Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Amadablam, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Thamserku, Mt. Kantega among others.

Trekking to Everest Base Camp has been popular ever since the duo of New Zealand citizen Sir Edmund Hillary and Nepali citizen, Tenzing Norgay Sherpa made a successful summit at the peak back in 1953. Every year thousands of travelers from different parts of the world come here to Nepal to make it to the Everest base camp. Many people around the world make it their ultimate dream to reach the top, if not at least at the base camp of this highest peak, Mt. Everest.

Moreover, the Everest base camp trekking is popular because the trekkers will not only have the adventure of hiking from a lower altitude to the highest point so earth through well-developed trekking trails alongside beautiful settlements of the legendary Sherpa ethnic group. But, also explore the scenic view of the majestic mountains situated in the Khumbu region, incredible landscapes covered with snow, picturesque trails, Buddhist monasteries, flora and fauna, diverse unique culture, and traditions of the various ethnic groups including Sherpa, Rai among others. These features are explicit enough why trekking to Everest base camp trekking is one of the most demanded and popular among the Thin Air Adventure team in Nepal.

Everest Base Camp Trek begins with a short flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, the airport situated at the south of Everest National Park, and then continues to Phakdin along Dudh Koshi valley and then heads up to Namche Bazar, where you will have time for acclimatization and once you are ready, then you will continue trekking to the base of the highest mountain in the world, and after exploring all around and fulfilling of your ultimate dream, you will return back to Lukla following the same route and then fly back to Kathmandu.

Moreover, Everest is the heavenly erected milestone for the adventures which is more than a mountain and the hiking to the base camp is more than just a trek. Every step set in the trail creates the opportunity for taking photos in your biology camera navigate in the mind and artificial camera made by the human being imprison the pictures of beautiful forests, landscapes, and the silver – shine glistering snowcapped mountains, Sherpa typical villages, glacial moraines, and wild rocky trails. Similarly, in this ideal globe, most people have a passion for conquering standing at the top of the world's highest peak Mt. Everest (8848.86m). Realistically, all travelers are not able to summit the top of Everest but if you have a strong passion and a good fitness level can step your feet on Everest Base Camp. 

The views from the best vantage point of Kala Patthar are the most outstanding and you can feel that you are already at the summit. Indeed, the Everest Base Camp trek seduction has a long history and is a known adventure trekking trip in Nepal. Its unmatched scenery of lofty mountains, immersed in the peaceful Mother Nature dominated in Tibetan Buddhism and framed in the outstanding Everest massif the magnificent achievement of this journey.  This classical tour in the mountainous region through Khumbu valley offers not just leaves a footprint on the holy track but lets you experience the many pilgrimage sites to heal your soul in the high  Himalayan spirit in the remarkable heavenly gem of Nepal and leave you the clear memories of the people and cultures about the Sherpa ethnic group.   

Length of Everest Base Camp Trek and Location 

The total distance of Everest Base Camp is approximately about 92 kilometers as an everyday trek heading with a delicious breakfast in the morning. The route is full of photography content that you can take the close panorama of the magical mountains and have many stops to rest and take a cup of tea or juice along the trail to base camp. The pavement is slow and the excellent itineraries allow to smooth ascent, including two days of acclimatization in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche. In the beginning point hiking is not that difficult and the distance gets shorter but still, you need to take your smooth speed rather than rush. While the elevation gets higher and consistently gets balanced declivity then most trekking day's completion in about afternoon.  

Moreover, People normally think that the Everest Base Camp is like an expedition but don't be a dilemma, it is purely an adventure hiking journey at the base of the highest peak in the world. Trekkers need to walk in the wild trodden and well-known defined track. In the last section of the EBC trek, the way is under glacial moraine covered in joining rocks and pebbles which is not demanded technical gear like crampons as well as other trekking equipment. The exploration is really wonderful in that you need to cross several suspension bridges and encounter the several caravans of the Yaks as the bridges are well engineered and constructed by iron metal established on the higher side and it is very safe. 

Everest Base Camp Trekking Routes 

Lukla is the gateway to the Everest region and it is the real point to resume the EBC trek through Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Thukla, Lobuche, Gorakshep, and Finally reach Everest Base Camp. The route returning to Kathmandu is the same witness views are just fantastic from the opposite direction, but we offer the alternative route back via Cho La Pass to Gokyo valley or if you are an adventure seeker there is the Three High Passes Trek which is extremely challenging. There is another alternative route from Jiri or Salleri if you do not want to take a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla as spending your time in some typical villages like Bumburi and Buspa. 

Everest Base Camp Highlights

• Located at the base of Everest, the world's highest peak 

• Spectacular sunrise and sunset view in the stunning Everest known as the Everest viewpoint

• Breathtaking flight to Tenzing Hillary airport in Lukla

• Observe the mountain Buddhism dominated by Tibetan Buddhist religion and cultures 

• Visit different Sherpa typical villages 

• Namche Bazaar located at the highest point is a unique combination of modernity rather than an ancient trading market

• Enjoy the stunning Khumbu icefall and chilling Khumbu glacier 

• Acclimatization day for adjusting trekkers' bodies with the higher altitude and exploring the more unique village of Khumjung and extraordinary mountains from Everest view hotel and Nagarjun Hill. 

• Visit Sagarmatha National park art gallery which is the model of flora and fauna settled in the national park

• Renown with the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa

• Purify your soul by the spiritual vibrations of holy mountains and Tengboche monastery's soulful connections     

Similarly, trekking toward the base camp of Mt. Everest in Nepal is visiting a genuine mountain museum. There are four out of ten of the world's highest peaks are located in this region, basically, people are impressed by the astounding mountain vista. On the other hand, the backdrop of this grandeur settled with the many wildlife such as musk deer, Himalayan Thars as tame keeping at the house and entertained by the quick encountered with the Mountain pheasant more trustworthy than domestic chicken. 

The other interesting facts of this trekking trip are the friendly behavior of the locals and the most amazing Sherpa hospitality. Hence, you will just recreate the nature, cultures, religion, and customs followed by the local ethnic group settled in the Himalayan region you do not miss anything besides the internet somewhere in your adventure journey to EBC. Furthermore, Everest Base Camp Trek is always full of wonderful amusement as it will always be a marvelous exploration of the gem of heaven Himalayas. The trek is full of thrilling in that your journey leads through the rocky trails to encounter the various flora and fauna of Sagarmatha National Park. This hiking journey makes you more familiar with the lifestyles, cultures, traditions, and beliefs of the core of mountainous vibrations that Sherpa people adopted. 

In the same way, the Everest Base Camp Trekking trail is a paradise for all explorers who are fond of observing the unique nature and birds. 

Everest Base Camp Trek for the novice trekkers

Everest base camp trek can be done by beginners but they must do the cardio exercise and run before setting their feet on the track. We really offer tailor-made trekking packages for Everest region trek that are especially focused on novice trekkers and well-experienced trekkers as we always are flexible for the optimizations of your valuable trip. We will provide free consultation for the packing lists for the EBC Trek preparations that make your dreams into reality. There are other alternative options if your body can not feel easy walking in the high elevation our Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour is in your favor. Similarly, if you have limited time to stay in Nepal and have a passion to summit Everest Base Camp can choose our Everest Base Camp Luxury Helicopter Trek to complete your adventure passion in a short period of time.      

Accommodations around Everest Base Camp Trek 

Accommodations are in comfortable lodges, which are known as tea houses mostly run by the Sherpa ethnic group, or can settle in tents as well. Normally, all tea houses have a central gathering area placed by a large fire oven and yak dong would be used for the heating the provide heat and a cozy atmosphere. The bedrooms are small and generally occupy two beds including mattresses, pillows, and blankets for each bed. It is better to bring your own sleeping bags for enough heating your body. Similarly, the lodges have gas showers which are powered by gas and most of the guest houses have western types of flushing toilets. 

Likewise, there are varieties options for food items of good quality, a mixture of Nepali foods items, Sherpa local foods, burgers, bread, and western cuisines, but for your enough appetite choose Dalbhat, you can add more and more until you are not appetite but other foods items only for one time, so, all types of foods and drinks available in the trek as you can choose by yourself and enjoy the cuisine. However, you need to be aware of eating because you are in a higher place, so if you eat unhealthy foods and alcoholic drinks ascending there might be problems, so, sometime it will be confused about what to do or what not to do. This would be the biggest challenge in the mountains, so, you can consult with your guide and avoid unhealthy foods like meats which are taken for long days and may rot. 

Packing Lists for Everest Base Camp Trek 

The basic clothing items that you need to keep for Everest Base Camp are warm, dry, and sun-protected as well as comfortable to move which should be more comfortable in the evening and at night. The followings are some mandatory gear lists for EBC Trek:- 

• Backpack – Duffle bag or rucksack which is easy to carry for a porter and the small bag that is needed for your trail walking to keep water or sun cream. 

• Rain protection – waterproof wind cheater, raincoat, or umbrella 

• Layers – T-shirts, trousers, shorts, jumpers, warm down jackets, hat and gloves 

• Night sleeping – There will be the availability of mattresses, pillows, and blankets but for better preparations, you can take your own sleeping bag. 

• Hiking – trekking shoes, hiking poles, lighter shoes for the evening, comfortable clothes, etc. 

• Water – You can take your water bottle and put safe drinking water or use a water purification tablet or purification leaser, be wise and consider about environment avoiding by plastic bottles. 

• Personnel hygiene – use clean towels, clean kits, and your stuff

• Sun protection – Sun hat, sunglasses, and sun protection lotions 

• Miscellaneous – headlight, books, camera, music player, power backup, leads, and poker

If you do not have the above-mentioned trekking equipment, you can buy it in Thamel, Kathmandu where you can find verities of trekking gear that will assist your adventure journey to Everest Base Camp.