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Everest Base Camp Comfort Trek
Difficulty: easy
Duration
15 Days
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$1330USD
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Trip Overview
Everest Base Camp Trek is a classic teahouse adventure in the base of the world's highest mountain — Mount Everest. High in the bucket list of adventure enthusiasts and avid trekkers, Everest Base Camp is truly one of the best walks on earth.
Traversing through the rugged Himalayan trails, often decorated with mountains, Sherpa villages, prayer flags, and monasteries, trekking to Everest Base Camp is a lifetime experience for those whose dreams soar high above the clouds.
Embarking the journey with the most adventurous flight to the airstrip in Lukla, the trail gently follows through famous Sherpa settlements, before reaching the foothills of the world's highest mountain.
Everest region is home to the highest peaks in the world, including four mountains above 8000 meters — Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and Makalu. The 15-days Everest Base Camp Comfort Trek combines the prospect of high Himalayas along with the opportunity to witness the iconic Sherpa culture, their lifestyle, and their famed hospitality.
Take the challenge to hike to Kala Patthar, the highest landmark in the EBC Trek. At the elevation of 5,545 meters, the viewpoint provides you the chance to relish close-up panorama of the jagged pinnacles, including Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Pumori, and Changtse.
Our 15-days Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary is rigorously designed to provide you the unforgettable Himalayan experience with proper acclimatization days.
Summarized Trail
The adventure of Everest Base Camp Trek begins with the most exhilarating flight to Tenzing Hillary Airport in Lukla — one of the world's most extreme airports. The 40- minute flight from Kathmandu to Lukla combines the thrilling adventure that will last a lifetime with the glorious mountain views that are unmatched anywhere else across the world. However, one thing that you should be aware of flying into Luka is that the flights to this airstrip are highly dependent on the weather. As the mountain weather is unpredictable, there are high chances of flight delays or even flight cancelation in worse weather conditions.
Upon reaching Lukla, the trek begins in a narrow trail alongside the Dudh Koshi River towards Phakding. On the next day, the trail further passes alongside the Dukh Koshi River to enter the Sagarmatha National Park. After walking past several tiny settlements and cross a few high suspension bridges, we reach the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar. We take a day off at Namche Bazaar to acclimatize with the higher elevations. After departing from the colorful town of Namche, we head towards the village of Tengboche, where we get to visit the largest monastery of the Khumbu region.
The trail now begins to get slightly more difficult as we head towards Dingboche village at 4,410 meters. At such elevation, most trekkers start to feel the altitude. So, we will spend a couple of nights at Dingboche to acclimatize in the thin air. Further, the route heads uphill towards Lobuche, the small village that is located next to the foot of Khumbu glacier. Trekking through the rocky terrain from Lobuche, the trail passes through Gorak Shep towards the Everest Base Camp. After spending a while at the base camp, we retrace the route back to Gorak Shep for the overnight stay. Early the next morning, we head back to the trail and hike up to the vantage point of Kala Patthar. After witnessing the glorious sunrise over the summit of some of the highest mountains in the world, we trek downhill towards the village of Pheriche. After this, we retrace the route back to Namche Bazaar and then to Lukla before flying to Kathmandu to conclude the trek.
Best Time to Visit Everest Base Camp Comfort Trek
Generally, autumn (September to November) and spring (March to May) are considered as the two most favorable times to go on Everest Base Camp Comfort Trek. Weather conditions during these two seasons are moderate and stable, which is excellent for trekking. The sky also remains nice and clear, offering marvelous glimpses of the surrounding Himalayas.
During the winter season (December to February), the trail of Everest Base Camp is covered in snow, making the trek even more challenging. And, during monsoon (June to August), the trails are often wet and slippery, making it the least favorable time to go trekking in Nepal.
Why Everest Base Camp Comfort Trek
- Take a flight to the world's most extreme airport, Tenzing Hillary Airport at Lukla
- Walk along with the shadows of 4 eight-thousanders — Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and Makalu
- Traverse through the vibrant and colorful Sherpa Capital at Namche Bazaar
- Relish the close-up view of the world's highest pinnacles from Kala Patthar
- Visit the ancient monastery of Tengboche — the largest monastery in Khumbu Region
- Experience the unique culture and rustic lifestyle of Sherpa tribe
- Stand at the foothills of Mt. Everest, the highest mountain in the world
Is Everest Base Camp Comfort Trek Suitable For You?
- It is ideal for you if you're used to walking in the mountains or hilly terrains.
- You will be walking for six to seven hours each day continually for nearly two weeks.
- If you can take on the challenge of resisting an elevation gain of 300 to 700 meters every day on the trek, this trek is ideal for you.
- Although there is no technical climbing involved in this trek, it is advisable to maintain your physical fitness as well as your mental preparedness.
- As the biggest challenge of this trek is the altitude, so dare to beat it! It is better to walk at your own pace and stay hydrated to stay protected from altitude sickness.
- It is essential to remember the lodges and teahouses in the Everest region are basic. Although basic, the teahouses offer clean and comfortable rooms with hygienic foods.
Day to day itinerary
Transfer to Hotel and Trek Preparation
Welcome to Nepal. Once your flight lands at the Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be greeted by the representative of Tour Fun Nepal. He will then escort you to the hotel and assist you through the check-in process. The representative provides you all the necessary details and information regarding the trek.
Accommodation: Hotel Jampa or Arushi Boutique Hotel
Meal Included: Dinner
Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2,840m/9,316ft) and trek to Phakding (2,610m/8,561ft)
Duration: 35 minutes flight, 3-4 hours (8 km) trek
We start the day early as we head to the domestic terminals of Trivuwan International Airport for an early morning flight to Lukla. Although brief, the half-an-hour flight to the land of the Himalayas is often regarded as an experience of a lifetime.
Upon arriving at Lulka, we begin the trek with a gradual descends towards Cheplung village. Here, we will get to witness a distant sight of Mt. Khumila. The trail further heads downwards alongside Dudh Koshi River until we reach our overnight destination at Phakding.
Accommodation: Himalayan Eco Resorts
Meal Included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazar (3,440m/11,284ft)
Walking Distance: 6-7 hours (10.5 km) trek
After breakfast, we continue our walk alongside the Dudh Koshi River under the shades of pine forest. We'll walk past several small settlements, including Benkar, Chumoa, and Monjo, before arriving at the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park. We walk further through the narrow trail of the national park via Jorsale village towards the famous Namche Bazaar.
With colorful markets, restaurants, cafes, and local shops, Namche Bazaar marks as the commercial hub of the Khumbu region. Upon reaching the village, you get to enjoy the magnificent view of Kongde Ri and Thamserku.
Accommodation: Hotel Namche
Meal Included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
First Acclimatization Day at Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,284ft)
Walking Distance: 4-5 hours (6 km) trek
The all-important acclimatization day before heading to the thin air of the high Himalayas. On this day, we hike up to the Sherpa Cultural Museum and Tenzing Norgay Memorial. Here, we get to relish the view of the stunning mountains of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. We can also visit the Everest View Hotel (World's Highest Luxury Hotel) and Syangboche Airport.
If time permits, we can also explore the village of Khumjung and visit the ancient monastery of the village.
Accommodation: Hotel Namche
Meal Included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Trek from Namche to Tengboche (3,860m/12,661ft)
Walking Distance: 5-6 hours (10 km) trek
We start the day walking on a fairly decent trail towards Phunki Tenga. Upon reaching Phunki Tenga, the path suddenly transforms into a strenuous uphill until we reach Tengboche village.
Tengboche village is home to the largest Buddhist monastery in the entire Khumbu region. Right outside the monastery lies a hamlet that offers an outstanding mountain panorama of Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, and other surrounding peaks.
Accommodation: HOTEL HIMALAYAN
Meal Included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m/14,465ft)
Walking Distance: 5-6 hours (11 km) trek
As we leave the village of Dingboche, the trail leads downward towards Debuche under the shades of rhododendron, birch, and conifer forest. Then, we cross a suspension bridge over the Imja River to reach Pangboche village. The marvelous spectacles of the giant mountain compliments the backdrop throughout the walk. We further continue walking towards the Imja Valley via Pangboche Monastery and do a steep climb to reach Dingboche.
Accommodation: HOTEL COUNTRYSIDE
Meal Included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Acclimatization Day at Dingboche (4,410m/14,465ft)
Walking Distance: 4-5 hours (4.5 km) trek
Another much-needed rest day at Dingboche to acclimatize to the higher altitudes. Depending upon the fitness condition, we can decide whether to explore around the village, or we take the challenge and hike to the Nagarjun Hill, located at 5,100 meters.
Accommodation: HOTEL COUNTRYSIDE
Meal Included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4,910m/16,105ft)
Walking Distance: 5-6 hours (8 km) trek
After breakfast, we hit the trail towards the tiny settlement of Dungla. En-route to Lobuche, we will walk past the Trekkers Aid Post at Pheriche. As we walk further ahead, the route turns steep uphill over the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. The top of the ridge is adorned with stone shrines and prayer flags dedicated to the fallen climbers who lost their lives on the pursuit to scale the mighty Everest. Then, we walk downhill towards the moraine in the midst of some of the world's highest mountains to reach Lobuche.
Himalayan Eco Resorts
Meal Included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Trek from Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5,140m/16,860ft) and visit Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,594ft)
Walking Distance: 7-8 hours (12 km) trek
Finally, the big day! On this day, we depart from Lobuche early in the morning towards the mighty Everest Base Camp. The journey begins with a gentle walk with an occasional ascend and descend on a glacial path. It will take about 3 to 4 hours of meandering on the rough terrain to reach Gorak Shep. As we walk past few teahouses of Gorak Shep and head towards the base camp, the rocky terrain continues further. Upon reaching Everest Base Camp, we get to relish the incredible sight of Khumbu Icefall, Nuptse, Pumori, and Khumbutse. After rejoicing our time at the base camp, we will retrace the rocky trail back to the sandy lakebed of Gorak Shep.
Accommodation: Everest Inn
Meal Included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Hike to Kala Patthar (5550m/18,204ft) and descend to Pheriche (4,240m/13,908ft)
Walking Distance: 6-7 hours (12 km) trek
Another significant highlight of the Everest Trek. We begin hiking early at dawn towards Kala Patthar to witness the most epic sunrise. Although short, the trail is a fairly steep trail and rocky. The summit of Kala Patthar offers the spectacle of the rising sun glistering over the mountains. In addition to that, the viewpoint offers a breathtaking sight of the highest peaks, including Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Pumori. After relishing some time at the summit of Kala Patthar, we retrace the route back to Gorak Shep and head downhill towards Pheriche.
Accommodation: Hotel Edelweiss Pheriche
Meal Included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Trek from Pheriche to Namche (3,440m/11,284ft)
Walking Distance: 7-8 hours (19 km) trek
Leaving the mountains behind, we depart from Pheriche after breakfast and retrace the route back to Tengboche via Imja River. Along the way, we will visit Nangkartshang Monastery, which is located on the way to Tengboche.
After departing from Tengboche, the trail drops steeply downhill towards Phunki Tenga. Along the gentle path, we walk past the village of Kyangjuma towards Namche Bazaar. It takes approximately four to five hours to walk from Tengboche to arrive at Namche Bazaar.
Accommodation: Hotel Namche
Meal Included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Trek from Namche to Lukla (2,840m/9,316ft)
Walking Distance: 6-7 hours (18.5 km) trek
We begin the journey with a steep downhill through rocky terrain. The trail mostly follows through the Dudh Koshi River, which occasionally leads to suspension bridges. As we retrace the route back to Lukla, we walk past several chortens, mani walls, monasteries, and a few Sherpa villages. Late in the evening, we celebrate the success of our adventure with all the staff and team members.
Accommodation: Khumbu Resort
Meal Included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu (1,400m/4,592ft)
Duration: 35 minutes of flight
On this day, we leave the Himalayas behind and catch an early morning flight to Kathmandu to conclude our trek. Upon arrival, you may take a rest in the hotel or wander around the Thamel and go for shopping. Late in the evening, the representative of Tour Fun Nepal will take for the farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Accommodation: Hotel Jampa or Arushi Boutique Hotel
Meal Included: Breakfast Dinner
On this day, we will take a full day heritage tour around the Kathmandu valley. We will begin the program after breakfast and visit four essential destinations enlisted in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Pashupatinath Temple
Pashupatinath Temple is one of the largest Hindu shrines in entire South Asia. With idols of some of the most iconic Hindu God, Goddesses, and hundreds of Shiva Lingam, this destination is one of the holiest temples around the world. Also, the two-tiered golden temple of Pashupatinath reflects century-old art and architecture of Nepal. It is important to remember that foreigners are not allowed to go inside the premises of the temple. However, we can take a tour around the temple and witness the open cremation in the riverbank of Bagmati.
Boudhanath Stupa
Boudhanath Stupa is one of the most historical as well as the most significant Buddhist monument in the world. Considered as the tomb of Kassapa Buddha, this site is one of the most significant destinations in Buddhism. The dome-shaped stupa consists of three different levels in a pattern of a Mandala and is often decorated with colorful prayer flags.
Kathmandu Durbar Square
Kathmandu Durbar Square has held on to the ancient royalties of Nepal. This Royal square is surrounded by varieties of temples, specially dedicated to Hindu deities and goddesses.
Swayambhunath Stupa
Swayambhunath Stupa is an ancient marvel that lines on top of the western hillock of Kathmandu valley. Often regarded as one of the best attractions around Kathmandu, Swayambhunath offers a panoramic view of the entire valley. With ancient symbolism and architecture, Swayambhunath is a significant shrine in both Buddhism as well as Hinduism.
Accommodation: Hotel Jampa or Arushi Boutique Hotel
Meal Included: Breakfast
Farewell day! On the final day, the representative of Tour Fun Nepal will receive you at the hotel as per your flight schedule and assist you in getting to the airport for the final departure.
Meal Included: Breakfast
What’s Included?
- Airport pick up & drop off service in a private vehicle
- 3-star Deluxe accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
- Best available clean and comfortable Tea house accommodation during the trek
- Farewell Dinner at the end of the trip
- Kathmandu City Tour
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) with tea/coffee during the trek
- Seasonal fruits during the trek
- Domestic flights (Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu)
- An extra 5kg luggage allowance on Lukla flight, total 20kg
- Highly experienced, English-speaking, government-licensed, trained in first-aid Trek Leader (Guide)
- Assistant Trekking Guide (4 trekkers: 1 Asst. guide) for personalized cares
- Porter service to carry your main luggage during the trek (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
- Staff cost including their food, accommodation, salary, flight, insurance, equipment, etc.
- Sagarmatha National Park Entry Fee and Community Fee
- First Aid kit, Pulse Oximeter, and essential medicines (Paracetamol, Diamox, etc.) carried by the Trek Leader
- Souvenirs - Tour Fun Nepal’ kit bag (Duffel bag), T-shirt, and trekking map
- Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trek completion)
- All Local and Government taxes, administrative charges
What’s Excluded?
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu in case of early arrival or late departure
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Nepal Visa fee
- Travel and medical insurance
- International flights
- Excess baggage fee (15 Kg Baggage allowance for Lukla flight, 10kg check-in baggage + 5 kg hand baggage – for extra baggage it will cost around USD 1 per 1 Kg)
- Personal expenses (phone call, internet, laundry, bar bills, snacks, battery recharge, bottled or boiled water, souvenirs, hot showers, extra porter, etc.)
- Personal trekking gear and equipment
- Tips for guide, porter, and driver (tipping is expected)
- Any unseen expenses due to circumstances beyond our control
Equipments
FLIGHT DELAYS IN LUKLA & KATHMANDU
Weather conditions in the Himalayas can change rapidly and aviation schedules are not as reliable as you might expect. The flight between Kathmandu and Lukla where the Everest Base Camp trek starts is frequently delayed and may be cancelled for the day or several days in succession. Lukla Flights may depart and return to Ramechhap instead of Kathmandu due to ongoing upgrades at Kathmandu Airport. Ramechhap airport is a 4-hour drive from Kathmandu. We will provide transport to and from the airport if this is required at no extra cost. In the event your flight is cancelled we will either rebook your flight for the following day or attempt to get you on a chartered helicopter. Guests are responsible for the extra costs of helicopter flights which might be $400 or more. If you end up taking a helicopter instead of your flight we will refund you $150 for the flight fare ($110 for Indian Nationals). Please collect the flight refund from the office in Kathmandu.
Here are some important points to keep in mind.
We will book your flight to Lukla soon after you pay the deposit for the trek and send us your passport details. Please send your details as soon as possible so we can book you on the earliest flight.
If your flight is cancelled due to bad weather we will rebook your ticket for the following day. When we rebook your ticket it's likely you will be on a lower priority flight during the peak trekking seasons. This is out of our control as the earlier morning flights will have already been booked months in advance.
The availability of helicopters depends on a number of factors including rescue requirements, prior booking commitments and weather. We will do our best to arrange a helicopter but keep in mind that various factors are out of our control.
Helicopter rates vary as a rule and increase when demand increases. Offers for helicopter flights displayed in the airport apply to advance bookings. The rates given by our team in Kathmandu may not always match what is offered locally on the mountain. Keep in mind that if an extra seat is available local staff in Lukla may attempt to sell the seat cheaper than we are offering. Extra seats, if not sold immediately, are basically a wasted asset so prices are always in flux.
If helicopters are limited in availability they may only be available to shuttle guests to Phaplu which is an airstrip in the valley below Lukla. We can arrange the jeep from Phaplu to Kathmandu. Be prepared for a 10 to 14 hours journey on rough roads. If you have extra time in Nepal you might be better waiting an extra day at Lukla for the weather to clear.
The Airlines and Helicopter companies often reroute planes and change confirmation details depending on conditions. Updates from our team reflect current conditions and plans frequently change
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