Meals

Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek.

Optional

Strong, helpful porters with proper safety equipment and walking equipment his salary, foods, accommodation and insurance (one porter for two people).

Transport

Domestic airport pick up & drop off by private car.

Others

All necessary paper works Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit & Trekker’s Information Management System (TIMS) permit. Comprehensive medical supplies (first aid kit will be available). Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service (paid by your Travel Insurance company). Use of sleeping bag, down Jacket, Duffel bag, and walking Poles (if you don’t have your own, To be returned after the trip completed). Government taxes and official expenses. Oxymeter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms) Which will ensure you trek is in the safest hands possible for all levels of trekker. Assistant guide group size above 8+ person.

Flights

All domestic flights (From Kathmandu - Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu) including airport departure tax and transfers. (Note: If you want to take a shared helicopter, it will cost you an extra amount.)

Guide

A highly experienced, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, English speaking well trained, Government license holder guide with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance.

Accommodation

One night standard accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu on a twin sharing basis including breakfasts. 10 nights of guest house accommodation during the trek on a twin sharing basis.

Not included:

Others

Any kind of hot and cold drinks Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu Lunch and Dinner. Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa on arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport – Kathmandu). $25 USD for 15 days Visa. Your Travel and Medical Insurance. International Airfare. Your Personal Expenses. All the alcoholic and non alcoholic cold and hot drinks on trek ( i.e. those you choose to purchase along the way and during evenings in the Tea Houses) All desserts sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding. Hot shower and battery charging on the tea houses. Tips for the guide, porter and driver (Tipping is expected) Excess baggage more than 15kg for Lukla flight. Airport pick up and drop $30 USD extra. Please be advised that if you need to return early from the trek due to reasons such as sickness, unfavorable weather conditions, personal issues, itinerary modifications, or any other unforeseen circumstances, the following conditions apply: - Any payments made for flights, hotel accommodations, mountain room bookings, meals, and related expenses are nonrefundable. - You will be required to cover the costs of hotel stays, meals, and other expenses in Kathmandu independently. Additionally, please note that during the months of March to May and September to November, all flights will depart from Ramechhap. It will be necessary for you to make a 4-5 hour drive from Kathmandu to Ramechhap in order to catch your flight. Kindly consider these terms and arrangements carefully before commencing your trek. Should you have any inquiries or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us for assistance. Your cooperation and understanding are greatly appreciated.

Insurance

Personal Travel Insurance

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Day 1 Day 1: Fly From Kathmandu To Lukla (2,642M/8,668Ft) & Trek To Phakding (2,562M/8,700Ft) 4-5 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Fly From Kathmandu To Lukla (2,642M/8,668Ft) & Trek To Phakding (2,562M/8,700Ft) 4-5 Hours.

Our adventure begins after we land at Tenzing Hillary Airport at Lukla. We then follow the trail to Phakding passing through Chaurikharka village before heading up to Dudh Koshi Ghat (2,530m/8,300ft) and finally on to Phakding. At Phakding we will visit the local Rimishung Monastery.
Day 2 Day 2: Trek To Namche Bazaar (3,440M/11,280Ft) 5-6 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Trek To Namche Bazaar (3,440M/11,280Ft) 5-6 Hours.

The trail this morning follows along the banks of the Dudh Kosi River until we come to the tiny village of Jorsale just to the south of Namche Bazaar. After another two hour trek we come to Namche Bazaar. On the trail, we will have some striking views of Mt. Everest (Sagamartha in Nepali). We formally enter the Sagarmatha National Park at Jorsale where authorities will ask to see your trekking permit. After another 5 or 6 hours of physically hard going we come to Namche Bazaar.
Day 3 Day 3: Trek To Tengboche (3,870M/12,694Ft) 5-6 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Trek To Tengboche (3,870M/12,694Ft) 5-6 Hours.

On the trail heading to Tengboche, we have great mountain views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse Shar, Taboche, Khangtega, and Thamserku peaks. Further on we come to the army checkpoint at Phunke Tenga Village. The afternoon is free and will allow us to visit the Buddhist monastery at Tengboche. We will also head up a steep hill to the Sagamartha National Park Headquarters.
Day 4 Day 4: Trek To Dingboche (4,360M/14,300Ft) 4-5 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Trek To Dingboche (4,360M/14,300Ft) 4-5 Hours.

The trail from Tengboche to Dingboche is only a short distance and we expect to arrive at Dingboche in the afternoon. The last hill before coming to Dingboche, and at this altitude, is a physically challenging climb. The trail then heads to the village of Somare (4020m) and then on to Orsho. Later the trail forks with the left fork leading to Pheriche. We then cross a suspension bridge over the river and have that steep climb up to Dingboche (4460m) where there are several good guesthouses where we can stay.
Day 5 Day 5: Exploration & Acclimatization Day At Dingboche.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Exploration & Acclimatization Day At Dingboche.

Today is set aside so that we can acclimatize before heading to higher altitudes. Today we will explore in and around Dingboche. This will help us to acclimatize. It is recommended that we stay active to improve the process.
Day 6 Day 6: Trek To Lobuche (4,940M/16,207Ft) 5-6 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Trek To Lobuche (4,940M/16,207Ft) 5-6 Hours.

Today we have an easy trek to Thukla before crossing the steep moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. We then trek across the large rocky slopes as we ascend to Chupki Lhara where we find piles of stones with Tibetan prayer flags placed by Sherpas as a monument to Scott Fischer (American mountaineer), 10-time Everest summiteer Babu Chiri Sherpa (Nepalese Sherpa mountain guide) who died while climbing Mt. Everest. The path then heads to the Khumbu Glacier moraine from where we have some incredible views of several mountain peaks: Khumbutse, Lingtren, and Mahalangur Himal.
Day 7 Day 7: Trek To Gorak Shep (5,160M/17,000Ft) ) & Visit Everest Base Camp (5,364M/17,594Ft) 7-8 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Trek To Gorak Shep (5,160M/17,000Ft) ) & Visit Everest Base Camp (5,364M/17,594Ft) 7-8 Hours.

This morning we continue on the trail to Mt. Everest Base Camp through the immense Gorak Shep. On the trail we pass Indian army mountaineers’ memorials. The thin air at this altitude makes it more difficult which requires us to walk at a slower pace. We cross rocky dunes, moraines, and streams before coming to EBC. From here you will see some of the world’s highest peaks that stand in contrast to the gray and rocky terrain nearby. From here we can see Khumbutse, Nuptse, and Pumori. We will then return to Gorakshep for a good night’s sleep.
Day 8 Day 8: Hike Up To Kala Patthar (5,545M/18,192Ft) & Trek To Pheriche (4,280M/14,070Ft) 6-7 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Hike Up To Kala Patthar (5,545M/18,192Ft) & Trek To Pheriche (4,280M/14,070Ft) 6-7 Hours.

The early morning trek up to Kalapathar (5550m) is an unforgettable experience as we watch the sunrise and how it reflects off the snow-covered peaks of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and other similarly magnificent mountains. We then head back down to Dingboche (via Lobuche) before coming to Pheriche.
Day 9 Day 9: Trek To Namche Bazaar (3,440M/11,280Ft) 6-7 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Trek To Namche Bazaar (3,440M/11,280Ft) 6-7 Hours.

Today the trail is mostly downhill as we head to Debouche and Tengboche before coming to Phunke Tenga. Further downhill we arrive at the Dudh Koshi River where we cross the suspension bridge and then continue on the trail to Namche Bazaar. At Namche Bazaar we also have some great views of the snow-covered peaks of Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Tawache and Lhotse.
Day 10 Day 10: Trek To Lukla (2,642M/8,668Ft) 7-8 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Trek To Lukla (2,642M/8,668Ft) 7-8 Hours.

This is the latest day of our trek as we head back downhill to our starting point at Lukla. On arriving at Lukla we will have time to wander around the town and explore the nearby countryside. We can also celebrate the successful completion of our adventure to Everest Base Camp.
Day 11 Day 11: Fly Back To Kathmandu (1,300M/4,264Ft) 35 Minutes Flight.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Fly Back To Kathmandu (1,300M/4,264Ft) 35 Minutes Flight.

This morning we have a 30 to 40-minute scenic flight back to Kathmandu and can look down over the mountains in which we trekked through. You will see them through different eyes now and have a true appreciation of the immense Himalayan Mountains. At Kathmandu, we will take you back to your hotel in Thamel where you can relax and reflect on your journey to EBC. You may decide to wander around the winding and narrow streets to do some last-minute shopping before your departure from Nepal.

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Itinerary of your trip Everest Base Camp Trek 11 Days

Day 1: Fly From Kathmandu To Lukla (2,642M/8,668Ft) & Trek To Phakding (2,562M/8,700Ft) 4-5 Hours.

Day 2: Trek To Namche Bazaar (3,440M/11,280Ft) 5-6 Hours.

Day 3: Trek To Tengboche (3,870M/12,694Ft) 5-6 Hours.

Day 4: Trek To Dingboche (4,360M/14,300Ft) 4-5 Hours.

Day 5: Exploration & Acclimatization Day At Dingboche.

Day 6: Trek To Lobuche (4,940M/16,207Ft) 5-6 Hours.

Day 7: Trek To Gorak Shep (5,160M/17,000Ft) ) & Visit Everest Base Camp (5,364M/17,594Ft) 7-8 Hours.

Day 8: Hike Up To Kala Patthar (5,545M/18,192Ft) & Trek To Pheriche (4,280M/14,070Ft) 6-7 Hours.

Day 9: Trek To Namche Bazaar (3,440M/11,280Ft) 6-7 Hours.

Day 10: Trek To Lukla (2,642M/8,668Ft) 7-8 Hours.

Day 11: Fly Back To Kathmandu (1,300M/4,264Ft) 35 Minutes Flight.

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