Overview of Everest Base Camp Trek
The Everest Base Camp Trek is the most popular trekking destination in Nepal because it takes you to the base camp of the world’s highest mountain. You’ll get a close view of Mount Everest, which stands at 8,848 meters, and experience the lifestyle, culture, and religion of the Sherpa people who live in the high-altitude valley. The Sherpas are Buddhists, and you’ll see many Buddhist monuments along the way, including monasteries, stupas, mani walls, prayer wheels, and prayer flags. The trek is located in the eastern part of Nepal, near the border with Tibet.
Mt. Everest is well known in the Nepali language as Sagarmatha, where "Sagar" means the bottom of sea level and "Matha" means the top of the head, which means sea level to top. It is the world’s highest mountain, and in the Tibetan language, it is called Chomolungma, or Holy Mountain. It looks like a black rock, but it is the world’s highest and most gloriously charming peak; it is (8848 m/29029ft) above sea level.
Reaching the base camp of the world’s highest peak (5,364 meters / 17,599 feet), witnessing the closest and most awe-inspiring view of Mount Everest (8,848 meters / 29,029 feet) from the highest vantage point at Kalapatthar (5,545 meters / 18,192 feet), and spending the night at the highest settlement in Gorak Shep (5,160 meters / 16,930 feet) offers an unparalleled adventure. The Everest Base Camp Trek provides extraordinary vistas of snow-capped mountains, captivating natural beauty, and an immersive experience of the unique Sherpa culture. Embark on this extraordinary journey with us, and create an unforgettable trip filled with adventure and lasting memories.
The Everest Region has many trekking routes. Gokyo Lake Trek, or Everest Chola Pass Trek, is a bridge joining two famous treks, Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Valley. Another high-adventure pass is the Everest Three Pass. It explores every nook and cranny of the Everest region. You will touch or leave footprints on the world's highest mountain base and watch from the authentic viewpoint of Kalapatthar, 5545 m above Mt. Everest. Absolutely! You will see an incredible view, and WOW! Just in front of you.
Everest base camp is situated in the Solukhumbu District, east of Nepal. Most of the people are Sherpas, and a few others are Rai and Tamang people. We explore their lifestyle, culture, religion, etc. They live in a community village, and they are beneficial to each other. Every camp has a well-managed tea house that facilitates lodges; they provide organic and hygienic meals and comfortable rooms with warm hospitality. It is an open valley with less vegetation, but they do some farming and produce some crops and organic vegetables.
Sherpa people are very rich in culture and have their own traditions. They speak their own native languages, dress themselves up, and celebrate many kinds of festivals. Especially, they celebrate their own Happy New Year called "Gyalbo Lhosar." They are so helpful; they stay in the community village and help each other. They love their own typical and traditional culture. Likewise, they married according to their own traditions. The trekking route has many community villages along Lukla, Phakding, Monjo, Namche, Khunde, Khumjung, Pangboche, and Thame Thamo. They have pets and wild animals such as Sheep, Goats, Mountain goats, snow leopards, red pandas, some birds, etc.
Everest Base Camp Trekking Routes: It starts with landing at Kathmandu International Airport and staying overnight at the Standard Hotel in Kathmandu. The next day, early in the morning, fly to Lukla from Kathmandu for only 35 minutes, and the same day, the trek continues to Phakding village. Day one: easy walking, not ascending and descending, but a little bit is compulsory on the Nepal trekking trail.
Day two arrives at the capital city of Khumbu Valley, or Sherpa Valley, called "NAMCHE BAZAAR." It is a beautiful place; they have many lodges. They have trekking shops, mountain bakeries, banks, ATMs, etc. We recommend "Acclimatization Day" on day 3, but we need to do a day excursion. Our guide will take you to Khumjung Khunde village to explore Hillary School, Hospital, and Yeti Skull in Khumjung Monastery, or directly take you to Everest View Hotel to watch the incredible view of Mt. Everest at 8848m, Amadablam, Thamserku, and many more. Then, return to Namche Bazaar, take lunch, get refreshed, and enjoy a yummy mountain bakery and café. Namche Bazaar is a really nice place to stay for a couple of days, and we stayed here for two nights to adjust to the altitude for acclimatization.
Then, your trekking will continue through many beautiful villages. The next day, you will arrive at Tengboche, which is a huge historical monastery. You get a chance to visit the monastery early in the morning and in the evening during monk ceremony time. You can visit and explore it, even if you can sit in the corner to meditate for a while. You will see an incredible view of Mt. Everest panorama and Amadablam, Thamserku, Lhotse, Nupsesaar, Taboche Peak, etc.
The next day, trekking to Dingboche is an easy trail that slopes gently upward. Our itinerary does not include another acclimatization day here, but if you want another acclimatization day in Dingboche (4410 m), let us know. We can customize your trip to include an extra day. We recommend you hike to an adventure-altitude hill called Nakarshyang Top (4980m). It makes it much easier to succeed in the Everest base camp and the highest Kalapatthar adventure journey.
Everest Base Camp Trekking is continuing to ascend and starts an adventure, but our Unique Nepal Adventure Team will take you slowly. Trekking to Lobuche is a wonderful walk through an open valley with so many white, snow-capped mountain views. You will see many statues of those who died on the Everest expedition on the way before getting to Lobuche. Then, you get to the base of the world's highest mountain, Everest Base Camp. You will put your luggage and take lunch in Gorakshep, which is the last camp at the highest altitude. You will visit Everest Base Camp on the same day, take lots of photos in your own style with your team, have fun, and eat some snacks such as chocolate bars and cookies, which our guide will provide. Then, return to the lodge in Gorakshep.
Today's morning is the most important; you should get up early in the morning. Then, ascend approximately 385m, which takes almost two hours, and call it the KALAPATTHAR viewpoint (5545 m/18192 ft). It is an extremely tough ascent with an absolutely incredible view of Mt. Everest (8848 m/29029 ft). It looks like a "BLACK rock," but it is such a glorious view standing with the 4th highest mountain, Lhotse, at 8516 m, and Nupse. You can spend 15–20 minutes watching views and make a lot of pictures with your team in your own style; it will be a lifetime of unforgettable memories. You will see many white, snow-capped mountains.
Then return to the lodge, take breakfast, and pack your luggage. You will feel so easy to come downtown along Lobuche village, Thugla, Pheriche, Pangboche, Tengboche, Namche, Phakding, and Lukla. It's really easy; jumping down takes only 3 days to arrive in Lukla. Then I flew back to Kathmandu. Our program is a perfect 13-day itinerary; if you like one more or less day of the Everest base camp trek, feel free; we will customize your trip itinerary accordingly.
How much 13-days Everest Base Camp Trek cost?
A 13-day Everest Base Camp Trek cost is US$ 1195 per person for a full-board package from your arrival to departure. We serve you, Kathmandu airport pickup to drops and Standard Hotel in Kathmandu with continental breakfast and full board services of the trekking package. But, you need minimum of two person in a group, if you are single cost will be a bit more.
Option: If you book your own Kathmandu hotel, the 10 night 11 days Everest Base Camp Trek cost is US$ 1150 per person, which excludes Hotel in Kathmandu. Which services would you like? Arrival to departure full board package or excludes kathmandu hotel? Let us know, and we will arrange it accordingly.
Lifestyle, Their Culture, Customs, and Religion in Everest Region
Most people live as Sherpas, alongside a few Rai and Tamang communities. The Sherpa people are profoundly rich in their culture and traditions. They possess their own language, distinctive attire, customs, and festivals, and are deeply devoted to Buddhism. Their heritage is reflected in numerous historical landmarks, both ancient and modern, including monasteries, Mani walls, chortens, prayer wheels, pagodas, and more. Furthermore, they observe a variety of festivals, with particular emphasis on their own New Year celebration, 'Gyalbo Lhosar.' There is also a noticeable influence from Tibetan culture.
Route of Everest Base Camp Trek
Everest Base Camp Trekking path through many typical and beautiful villages, such as Lukla, Chaurikharka, Phakding, Monjo, Namche Bazaar, Khunde, Khumjung, Tengboche, Pangboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorakshep, Pheriche, etc. You will completely touch these villages, and most of them are home to Sherpa people, who are rich in culture and especially farmers. They are religious in Buddhism, and every village has monasteries. and return the same way back to Kathmandu.
The Most Attractions and Eye-Catching Mountains Views From Everest Base Camp Routes
There are many crystal-clear white snow peaks. You will see a different angle and different views every day. The mountain's heights range from 6000m to 8848m. You can enjoy its scenic views.
- Mt. Everest (8848m / 29029ft)
- Mt. Lhotse (8516m / 27940ft)
- Mt. Makalu (8463m / 27766ft)
- Mt. Amadablam (6812m /22350ft)
- Peak: 38 (7590m / 24902ft)
- Mt. Pumori (7161m / 23495ft)
- Mt. Nupse (7861m / 25791ft)
- Mt Thamserku (6608m / 21680ft)
- Island Peak (6160m / 20210ft)
- Taboche Peak (6495m / 21310ft)
- Lobuche Peak (6119m / 20076ft)
Wildlife, Flora, and Faunas in Everest Region Trek
The Everest region lies in Sagarmatha National Park. They are preserving wildlife. We can see some wild animals and birds on the way.
Yaks, Himalayan Thar, Blue Sheep, Deer, Musk Deer, Monkey, Red Panda, Snow Leopard, Wild Boar, Bear, and Many Kinds of Birds as National Birds, Danfe, Lophophores, Kalij, etc.
Rivers, Lakes, and Glaciers in Everest Base Camp Trek
Most of the trekking route follows the Dudh Koshi River side because the river follows the Khumbu Glacier. There are some lakes, such as Imjatse Lake and Gokyo Lakes, but you can’t see them if you trek straight to Everest base camp. You will see some small ponds in the Khumbu glacier. You will see Khumbu Ice Falls and milky rivers from glacier water.
Do we need any permits for the Everest Base Camp Trek?
Yes, you must issue some permits to visit Everest Base Camp. It lies in Sagarmatha National Park. You must issue some of the entry permits below. If you don't issue permits, they won't allow you to visit Everest Base Camp. There are many checkpoints. The National Park Service, Army, and Police will check it. But don't worry; we are here, we will help to issue it, and our guide will arrange everything for trekking. In the end, he will give it to you as a gift.
- Sagarmatha National Park Entry Fees: - Nrs. 3000/-
- Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality, Nrs. 2000/-
- TIMS (Trekking Information Management System) - Nrs. 2000/-
When is the best time to visit Everest Base Camp?
The best time to visit Everest base camp is in the autumn (late September, October, November, and early December) and in the spring (March, April, and May). Those months' weather is always clear, with a good temperature, good visibility, and fantastic, crystal-clear mountain views. The winter and monsoon seasons are also not bad. In winter, it is snowing and very freezing cold, and in the monsoon, it is most of the time raining and cloudy, and there is no clear visibility. If you like to trek in the monsoon or winter, it is possible. We arranged it safely and successfully.
- Autumn Season: September, October, November, and December.
- Winter Season: late December, January, and February
- Spring Season: March, April, and May
- Monsoon Season: June, July, and August.
Is it difficult to do the Everest Base Camp Trek?
Everest base camp trekking is not difficult because there are well-managed lodges and fine trekking trails. It is very alpine; you are getting the highest altitude at 5545m. We take you slowly up, make frequent acclimatizations, and you should walk 5–6 hours every day. We make acclimatization stops in a couple of places and slowly adjust altitude. Our guide and porters serve hygienic meals and help you so much; they advise positivity, and you will get much more energized. It makes your adventure trip easy. It’s adventurous, but we take it slowly and make it successful.
Is it Possible to Do a Helicopter Tour at Everest Base Camp?
Yes, it is possible. You can easily do a helicopter tour of Everest Base Camp and spend a short time exploring. You can touch the world's highest mountain base camp and watch closely the views of the world's highest mountain, Mt. Everest, at 8848m, and many white snow-capped mountains. We organize it easily. It is approximately 3 and a half to 4 hours of travel. You will stop at Hotel Everest View or Kongde Resort for a lovely breakfast with amazing views. Then, take a walk around Everest Base Camp, and you will see a very close view of Mt. Everest and many other mountains. Then, return to Kathmandu along with Lukla. A helicopter's capacity is five people. We organized it nicely and safely. If you are interested and don’t have much time to see the world's highest mountains, you can do it in a short and sweet time and have fun.Another option is if you don’t have enough time to complete the Everest base camp trek by walking. We will, likewise, take you slowly by walking to Everest base camp, then returning by helicopter to Lukla, then flying back to Kathmandu by plane. It is 6–7 days of walking to base camp, then returning to Kathmandu by helicopter.
Carry Your Important Medicine
Medicine is very important. If you have any disease, you must carry the medicine with you. In that "prevention is better than cure" mountain region, we can’t find any healthcare facilities, clinics, or hospitals. If there is a clinic, you may not get it according to your problems. So, I humbly request that you prepare if you are continually taking any medicine. Please bring it with you or buy it in Kathmandu. It is very important, but our company will provide something in the first aid kit bag, normally for a headache, fever, etc.
