Everest Base Camp

                                        
                                        destination
                                        Everest Base Camp
                                    
                                        duration
                                        17 Days
                                    
                                        grade
                                        Difficult
                                    
                                        start/end point
                                        Kathmandu/Kathmandu
                                    
                                        max altitude
                                        5,545m
                                    
                                        meal
                                        Available
                                    
                                        accommodation
                                        Available
                                    
                                        season
                                        Mar to May / Sep to Dec

Overview

The trek to Everest Base Camp is strenuous, however; traveling to the lap of Mt. Everest offers you a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It is highly worthwhile to trek - you will get back the value of your expenses. In many respects, the trek to the Everest Base Camp is like a trip to Willy Wonka’s Mountain factory. The only distinction is that Mountains boost your spirits, whereas chocolate improves your mood. It is jam-packed because you will be breathing, eating, playing, and pursuing mountains throughout your whole trip. On this 16-day adventure, you will see distinct ethnicities, Sherpa hospitality, Himalayan Tahrs, musk deer, and the glittering Himalayan Monal. On this ruminative voyage, nothing will be missed because becoming lost in the proper place is always enjoyable. This trip is flexible and offered by; allowing you to change the itinerary and add extra activities in Pokhara, including skydiving, paragliding, or Chitawan Jungle Safari; if you want.
You are always welcome to the heart of the Himalayas. This trek begins with an exhilarating flight to Lukla at 2800 meters. The trek passes through the charming Sherpa village of Namche to Gorakshep which comes to the end with the ascent of Kalapattar (5545m) from where we can see the great views of Everest and its surrounding peaks closer. Most of the days in the journey, we remain above 3000 meter around the Khumbu and Imja valley.
There will be plenty of time to enjoy the culture of the Sherpas, visit ancient monasteries and learn how Lamaistic Buddhism influences Sherpa Life during the trek. There are multiple places to stop and enjoy tea or coffee and can have a glass of local millet beer and get the taste of unique hospitality Sherpas, gazing at the multi-hued prayer flags, prayer wheels, and intricately – carved Mani stones lien very hilltop, rock wall and trail side singing prayers to the gods with every breeze and every passing traveler.
The mountains can be seen from Kalapattar (5545m) are Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse. Changtse in Tibet is also visible from the summit. We also get a good panoramic view of Amadablam, Tawoche, and KusumKanguru, completely from a different outlook.

Trip Highlights

Historical, cultural city of the heritage places in Kathmandu valley
Eye opening & thrilling flights between Kathmandu and Lukla
Meeting Sherpas, renowned for their fantastic tales and cheeky humor
Sherpa people and traditional villages
The numerous attractions include the Tengboche monastery, Everest View Hotel, Namche Bazar, ice glaciers, alpine meadows, Khumjung hamlet, Tengboche and Phakding villages, among many others
Most the mountains in Khumbu region including Everest (top of the world), Lhotse, Nuptse, Amadablam, Khumbila (the Holy mountain of Khumbu region) are visible from closer
Climbing Mount Kala Patthar, the highest mountain that can be reached by humans without a climbing permit, and seeing rhododendrons in bloom in the spring (Rhododendron hirsutum)
A detour to Gokyo requires navigating the 5420-meter Cho-La pass
Sagarmatha National Park
Dudh Koshi River, Bhote Koshi River
Flora and fauna

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive to Kathmandu (1350m), transfer to Hotel

You will be greeted by a representative of Rai Treks and Expedition Pvt Ltd; at the Tribhuvan International Airport when you arrive in the country of breathtaking mountains and the city of temples. Our personnel will accompany you to your Hotel room for the night. In the evening, we will host a dinner program and advise you on the trekking itinerary in a traditional Nepali restaurant

Day 2: Trek preparation and Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu

SIGHTSEEING INCLUDES:

PASHUPATINATH TEMPLE

Pashupatinath is one of the most significant and the biggest Hindu temples of Shiva in the world, which is in the heart of Kathmandu nearby the airport. There is no certain data how old the temple is, however; it is believed that the site had been existed since 400 BC. The current temple was built in 1692 CE. Shiva is the God of Gods symbolizing the “destruction” among three main Gods according to Hinduism – Brahma, Bishnu and Maheshwor (Shiva). Brahma creates living things, Bishnu preserves them and Shiva destroys them at the end. Pashupatinath is listed in the World Heritage site in the lists of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It was enlisted in 1979 AD. Pashupatinath is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams (Holy Abodes of Shiva)..

BOUDHANATH STUPA

It is also called Baudha, is the larget spherical stupa in the world. It was built in the 6th century CE, in the Licchavi regime. It was expanded around the 14th century. It is situated in the northeastern outskirts of Kathmandu, about 6 km from far from the heart of Kathmandu, Thamel. It was enlisted in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979AD. Buadhanath is one of the popular places to visit on your visit to Nepal.

SWAYAMBHUNATH (MONKEY TEMPLE)

It is also called Monkey temple as you can see hundreds of monkeys around there when you visit there, which is the oldest religious site in Nepal. It was built in the 6th century CE, in the Licchavi regime. It was expanded around the 14th century. There is no enough proof when it was built, however; it is believed that it was built around 2500 years ago. It is also believed that it was created itself at the beginning so it is named Swayam (self) bhu (earth) nath (god) – which means it is created itself from the earth. It was enlisted in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979AD. It is situated around 3 km far from Thamel, in the west direction. Swayambhunath is one of the popular places to visit on your visit to Nepal.

Day 3: Fly to Lukla and Trek to Monjo (2840m)

We will make an early morning start for the Dornier flight (for 25 minutes) to Lukla (2,800m), the gateway to the Khumbu. This is an exciting flight, which should give a glimpse of Everest in the distance, if the weather is clear. In Lukla, we will meet our trek staff and porters and set off straightaway for the first night's stop at Monjo, which is situated on the banks of Dudh Kosi (Milk River), which drains the whole of the Khumbu Region, this small hamlet is on the main trade route through the area and there are a number of clean, well-built lodges where we can spend the night. The total journey will be for 5 to 6 hours. Most of the trial is downhill at the beginning and gradual climbs after lunch. We can buy water and other stuffs on the way as there are lots of teashops and shop on the way. During the journey, we will cross lots of Maniwalls (Buddhist’s religious walls), Mani Stones, Prayer flags, Stupas (Buddhist’s Monument) and some beautiful settlements. Just before arriving to the lunch spot in Phakding, we will cross the first suspension bridge over Dudhkoshi. Including this bridge, we will have crossed two suspension bridges and one metal bridge over Thadokoshi (Draining-steep Downhill River) during the journey. Just after crossing the metal bridge over Thadokoshi, if the weather is clear, we will see Kusum Khang Guru (Ku-God, Sum-three, Kang-mountain) – above 6000m, so it means there are three mountains worshipped as three gods according to the Buddhism. You can see this mountain in your right up. Except this mountain, we can see Khumbila (Khumbu Yul Ha is more meaningful and correct according to Buddhism that means Khumbu God – so it means the mountain is the protector mountain of Khumbu region – one of the untouched mountain because people in this region worship the mountain as a god). It is believed that if you try to climb that mountain or you think to climb in your mind, some misfortune happens to you. You can see this mountain in the north.
We have another two hours trek to Manjo where we are going to overnight. During the two hours’ time, we will pass through some beautiful hamlets, beautiful waterfalls. And if the weather is clear, we can see Thamserku (in the right up) and Khumbila (in the north). We will cross two suspension bridges over Dukoshi again. As soon as we arrive to Manjo, we settle in the lodge and have some hot tea. Overnight at Lodge

Day 4: Trek to Namche (3,400m), 3-4 hours of walking

Day 5: Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar

Day 6: Trek to Tengboche (3867m) from Namche

Day 7: Trek to Pheriche (4360m) from Tengboche

Day 8: Acclimatization day in Pheriche

Day 9: Trek to Lobuche (4930m) from Pheriche

Day 10: Trek to Gorakshep (5180m) – carry on to Base Camp after lunch. Retrace back to Gorakshep for overnight

Day 11: Early morning excursion to Kalapattar (5545m) and back to Gorakshep and trek back to Pheriche after breakfast

Day 12: Trek back to Phortse (3810m)

Day 13: Trek bank to Monjo

Day 14: Trek back to Lukla

Day 15: Fly back to Kathmandu

Day 16: Independent sightseeing and shopping

Day 17: Final departure for your home country

Inclusion / Exclusion

Inclusion

Airport transfers in Kathmandu on private vehicle
4 Nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu at Standard Hotel on Bed & Breakfast Basis
Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu including all transportation and entry permit to enter to the Heritage sites
Returned tickets from Kathmandu to Lukla and back to Kathmandu
Trek on Full Board Basis (BLD - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with Hot drink - tea/coffee) and accommodation in the Lodge during the trek.
1 professional English speaking guide including all his meals, transportation and daily wages
1 assistant guide between the team of 5 people including all his meals, transportation and daily wages
1 porter between two people including all his meals, transportation and daily wages
All insurance for trekking crew members
Trekking permit, National park & TIMS card fee
Medical kits including basic medicines for the trekking crew members
Duffel Bag if needed
Trekking Map
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu

Exclusion

International Airfare
Nepal Entry Visa Fee, which is USD50 for 30 days and USD30 for 15 days
Personal Insurance (Travel, Emergency Medical, Rescue)
Personal Trekking Gears, extra expenses Phone Calls, Water, Laundry, Bar Bills, Battery Recharge, Internet etc.
Meal (Lunch and dinner) during stay in Kathmandu
Tipping for guides and porters, which is not mandatory but it is customary in Nepal

Overview

George Manley

United Kingdom

Amazing, superb, outstanding, that is Devendra and his team, they are second to none in making sure you receive the best experience ever on such a amazing and breathtaking trek in the outstanding mountains in the world. Right from the start when everyone arrived in Nepal feeling apprehensive and super excited about their trip of the lifetime to Everest Base Camp, Devendra and Mauli greeted everyone, giving the best welcome ever to Nepal. The Rai Trekking team's support during the trek was absolutely outstanding, always making sure everyone was looked after, Devendra's team would always be on hand 24 hour a day to provide any support and care, even when the going got tough because of the altitude, their attention to detail for everyone's enjoyment, safety and care was faultless. I would not hesitate in any way in recommending Devendra and his team at Rai Treks and Expeditions to anyone who is looking to visit the wonderful kingdom of Nepal to experience the breathtaking Himalayan mountains. Whether you would like to trek to Everest Base Camp, or enjoy the outstanding Annapurna or Poon hill circuits or visit the magnificantly beautiful Langtang area or even take on and try the more challenging Dhaulagiri circuit or 3 peaks and 3 passes to EBC, Devendra and his team at Rai Treks and Expeditions will look after your every needs, organising all the in country transportation, your hotels in Kathmandu or Pokhara, all the Trekking Staff, the Porters, Mountain Logdes, the list is endless. If you have alway's dreamed of visiting the beautiful kingdom of Nepal and the most magnificant mountain range in the World and have perhaps put it off, don't delay any longer, it is worth every single penny, you will not regret any of it. Just go for it and book a trip with Rai Treks and Expeditions, I am a mountain guide myself and I would highly recommend without hesitation that Rai Treks and Expeditions is simply the best to facilitate all your aspirations and dreams of your trip of a lifetime. From -George Manley (UK Mountain Instructor)

Dr. Ong Chee Ming Charles

Singapore

Namaste! I am writing to express my satisfaction for the excellent work that you have delivered during my recent exclusive trekking expedition (13th – 28th October 2012) to Mount Everest Base Camp. During the entire expedition, you have exhibited attributes of a highly competent licensed Sherpa – hard working, trustworthy and detail oriented. I am confident that you will be willing to make available the same level of professionalism to individuals and/or groups trekking in the Himalayan region. Once again, I would like to show my appreciation for the great service that you have provided to me with such expertise. I wish you the very best in your future endeavors. Thank you. Yours sincerely