Everest Base Camp Trek - 14 Days
Everest Base Camp Trek - 14 Days
Trip Facts
Trip Code
AA-EBC-0014
Activities
Trekking in Everest Himalayas, Visits to Sherpa Villages
Meals
BB in Kathmandu & Trek on Full Board of Meals
Room
Deluxe Hotels/Mt. lodge in Trek
Max Elevation
5545m at Kalapathar
Group Size
1-10 Peoples
Best Month
From March To May & Sep To Dec
Trip Overview
This iconic Everest Base Camp Trek allows you to experience the essence of a real Himalayan adventure through the flame-red rhododendron forests, stunning alpine valleys with villages, and jaw-dropping mountain scenery. This world’s most magnificent trekking in the foothill of Mt. Everest has now become one of the best Himalayan Trekking in the world!
This 14-day adventure trekking in Everest Base Camp is most beautiful in nature and landscapes, and it visits the social lifestyle of famous climbers, the Sherpas, as well as their richest culture and traditions. During the trek, visitors can visit Buddhist monasteries such as Tengboche Monastery and Pangboche Monastery, which are the region's holiest Buddhist monasteries. Sherpa people live in the Everest Region and practice Buddhism.
Our trek is supported by an experienced crew, so you can let your feet do the talking and just focus on your goal.
- Our Best Quality Service in Himalayas are both special and ļ¬exible.
- Our customizable services are available at your chosen date and time.
- Two decade years of experience in the field of adventure, today, are all about our field of expertise.
- Our best teams (professional and skilled) are to coordinate the individuals and groups from different parts of the world.
Join us on this unforgettable expedition to Everest Base Camp and create lasting memories in the heart of the Himalayas!
Is this holiday for me?
Trekking in Himalaya means uphill and downhill walking in high altitude part. If your health is good, you can join this trek even you never done trekking in the high Himalayan region. On this trek, technical experience is not required, hiking experience is good, but the most essential thing is your mental determination. This trekking does not involve any serious technical walking and mountaineering. People with good health and normal fitness can easily join this trekking adventure. Every day you will walk around 4 to 6 hours. This holiday should be accessible to any active person with a sense of adventure.
Important Trip Notes & Activities
Due to overcrowding at the Kathmandu airport during the high season (Spring- March, April, May & Autumn - October, November), flights to and from Lukla now operate from Manthali Airport in Ramechhap. The airport lies 132km (4hrs drive) from Kathmandu.
FREE equipment hires on all of our treks!
We provide ALL of our Trekkers for free hire of our winter sleeping bags and 800 fill North Face down jacket (if required)– Just let us know when you book and we can get these reserved for you.
We also provide a FREE 80 Liter Advanced Adventures Nepal Trek duffel bag to keep when you arrive in Kathmandu! And also, we provide Adventure Certificate for joining this trek with us.
Book NOW and support a country we love.
Please Suggest Us!
If our suggested itinerary & package is not fit on your travel plan, please let us know we will customize the itinerary, and services as per your requirements. So, feel very free to write us at sales@advadventures.com or WhatsApp on +977 9851189771.
Detail Itinerary Expand All
Day 01 Arrival day in Kathmandu
Altitude: 1350m/4428ft
Meals Plan: Welcome Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu
On arrival in Kathmandu; we will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your trip hotel. Later we meet and take you to our head office, brief you on the upcoming Everest Base camp Trek with us, and introduce your trekking guide to Everest Base Camp. Evening, we host a welcome dinner at one of the finest local restaurants in Kathmandu with music and ethnic dance. Overnight at Kathmandu Hotel.
Day 02 Fly to Lukla (35 Min Flight) & Trek to Phakding
Altitude: Lukla (2800m/9154ft) & Phakding (2650m/8692ft)
Activities: 3-4 Hours Trek (10-12 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Phakding
We drive to the airport early in the morning to take our flight to Lukla. The scenic 35 minutes flight to Lukla caters to the panorama of the peaks of Langtang, Rolwaling, and Annapurna Himalayan Ranges. Landing at Tenzing Hillary Airport in Lukla is a thrilling adventure. Instantly, after making the final arrangement for the Everest Base Camp Trek, we kick off. Trekking 200m downhill to Thado Koshi River, we cross the suspension bridge over it. The view of Mt. Kusum Kangru looming dramatically to the East is a wonderful view from the bridge. Beyond the bridge, the trek begins to gain altitude gradually to Ghat. Ghat is a Buddhist Village with wonderful Black Mani walls engraved with prayers in white. The final push from Ghat through scattered villages and yak herder's camps brings us to Phakding. The first day of the Everest Base Camp Trek ends at Phakding. Explore remaining time around this local village. Overnight at Mt. Lodge.
Day 03 Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Altitude: (3440m/11283ft)
Activities: 5-6 Hours Trek(14-16 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Namche
The Everest Base Camp Trek today crosses suspension bridges over Dudh Koshi River five times. The first bridge we cross comes after five minutes of walking from our hotel in Phakding. Crossing it we trek through the forested trail on the left bank of the river for 35 minutes to Taktak. Exiting out of Taktak we get to see the magnificent view of Mt. Thamserku 6608m from a viewpoint. Almost thirty minutes of gentle walk from the viewpoint brings us to Banker. We cross the second bridge over Dudh Koshi River while making our way out of Banker. Trekking on the right bank of the river on the stony trail that goes uphill and down like the waves in the ocean, we arrive at Monjo. Walking through the typical Sherpa Village, we arrive at the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park. Trek downhill for twenty minutes on the stony trail to the river, cross the third bridge and arrive at Jorsale, where we stop for the lunch.
Post lunch, we cross the fourth bridge and trek along the right bank of the river for forty minutes to arrive at Larja Doban. At Larja Doban we sight the confluence of Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi River. There are two elevated bridges at Larja Doban. We cross the higher one and begin the uphill climb on the stony trail towards Namche. Almost after 1 and a half-hour of trek we arrive at Top Danda. Savoring the first view of Everest from Top Danda, we trek uphill for the next ninety minutes through pine forest to Namche.
Day 04 Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar
Altitude:(3440m/11283ft)
Activities:Acclimatization Walk to Everest View Hotel
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Namche
Rest day during trek means to hike to higher elevation and trek down back for proper acclimatization. Today we will walk up to the Everest View Hotel, which lies at the altitude of 3880m (440m higher than Namche). 2.5 hours of an uphill hike on the stony trails of the open hill brings us to Everest View Hotel. Savor the views of Thamserku, Kusum Kangru, Kantega, Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam among others from the site. Trekking down back to Namche on the same trail is easy 1.5 hrs walk.
Rest of the time you may just explore Namche Bazaar, visit its Sherpa museum- a great place to learn Sherpa culture and history of mountaineering and if this happens to be Saturday, you would have a wonderful local market (Hatt Bazaar) at Namche Bazaar. It is interesting and a wonderful experience to understand how the locals exchange their goods or buy the necessary stuff from the market itself. Namche Bazaar, itself is a tourist shopping hub with all the required trekking and mountaineering clothing and equipment. O/N at Namche.
Day 05 Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Altitude: (3870m/12694ft)
Activities: 5-6 Hours Trek(11-12 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Tengboche
We begin the trek with the uphill walk to emerge out of Namche. Thirty-minute walk along the twisted trail savoring the views of Everest, we arrive to Tenzing Norgay Memorial Stupa. Almost two hours of walk on the open hillside from the stupa brings us to Kyangjuma. The view of Dudh Koshi River Valley from Kyangjuma is exceptional. 300m downhill trek through the pine forest from Kayngjuma brings us to Phungitenga, where we have our lunch. Post lunch we cross the bridge over Dudh Koshi River and begin the uphill climb to Tengboche. The first one and half hour uphill walk to Tengboche are tougher along the stony trails whereas, the next one hour is a pleasant and gradual climb through the beautiful forest of pine and rhododendron. Tengboche, one of the most beautiful places in the Himalaya, is famous for its amazing views of Ama Dablam Mountain at the backdrop of Tengboche monastery itself. The Tengboche monastery is one of the biggest Buddhist monasteries of Khumbu region, your guide will take you to see these monastery surroundings, chant with Buddhist monks, enjoy the praying ceremony. O/N at Tengboche.
Day 06 Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche
Altitude: (4410m/14465ft)
Activities: 5-6 Hours Trek(12-14 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Dingboche
Breakfast at Tyangboche then will start walking off this day. The trail descends down winding through the rhododendron forest to Devoche. Crossing a bridge over the raging Imja Khola River beyond Devoche, we hug the valley wall and then traverse to the plains of Pangboche village which is the biggest Sherpa village of Khumbu. Here we have a great chance to see the typical Sherpa people, culture and traditions. We will take a short hike to the monastery over to hill at Pangboche- probably the oldest monastery of Khumbu. Then, we walk thirty minutes through the village and hike for an hour through the open valley to Somare 4040m. Somare is the treeline border during Everest Base Camp Trek. We have our lunch at Somare and then begin the real adventure of Everest Base Camp Trek. Climbing gradually on an uphill trail through the glacial moraines and yak grazing lands for two and a half hours we arrive at Dingboche.
Day 07 Acclimatization Day in Dingboche
Altitude: (4410m/14465ft)
Activities: Morning, Acclimatization walk to Nagarjun Hill or Chhukung Ri, Afternoon, Rest
Meals Plan: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Dingboche
On this day you will rest before the last leg of the journey. You may explore the surrounding Chhukung and Imja valleys which are connected with the most interesting Island Peak, the high passes of Amphu Laptse and Makalu Barun National park.
If you are interested, you may hike to the Chhukung Ri(5000m Approx) for the panorama of the valley or explore the Dingboche itself with its typical local peoples and their lifestyles.
However, we suggest you hike up to Nagarjun Hill, which is 300m higher than Dingboche and just 2-3 hours roundtrip. From the hilltop the views of Thamserku, Kantega, Ama Dablam, Makalu, Cholatse, and Island Peak among others are wonderful. O/N at Dingboche.
Day 08 Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Altitude: (4928m/16164ft)
Activities: 6-7 Hours Trek(12-13 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Lobuche
From this day onward, the trek is gradual uphill; due to the altitude, it is harder and tough. However for two and half hours until reaching to Dungla, we walk mostly on the leveled trail that winds through yak herders shelters and grazing lands. At Dughla, we have a short breather and enjoy a hot cup of tea or coffee. One hour of uphill climb from Dughla brings us to Dugh-La Pass 4620m, which has the memorials of famous climbers who lost their lives during Everest Expedition. The memorials here include of Scott Fisher and Babu Chiri Sherpa. From the pass, the Everest Base Camp Trek now winds on the trail beside Khumbu Glacier for almost an hour to Lobuche. From Lobuche, we see the best views of Mt. Lobuche, Mt. Pumori and the Nuptse. O/N at Lobuche.
Day 09 Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5160m16925ft), Everest Base Camp Hike
Altitude: Everest Base Camp (5364m/17594ft)
Activities: 7-8 Hours Trek(12-14 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Gorekshep
The first hour of the trek today is an easy walk on the leveled trail. Then we climb up for 25 minutes or so followed by next thirty minutes of an easy hike to catch the glacial moraines of Mt. Pumori all the way to Gorakshep. Though it is quite early to have lunch at Gorakshep, we will have light lunch before kicking off the adventurous walk to Everest Base Camp.
Post lunch the walk of your lifetime to Everest Base Camp begins. Two and half hours of up and down trek on the glacial moraines extended from Khumbu Icefall is an adventurous roller coaster. Going down to the glacier crossing half of it all the way to Everest Base Camp is amazing fun walking. At Everest Base witness the colorful tents of Expedition Groups if it is peak season of climbing. Take enough photographs and feel the world's highest summit from the nearest proximity possible. At the latter half of the day trek back to Gorakshep for the overnight stay.
Day 10 Morning: Hike to Kalapathar for a Great View of Mt. Everest(8848m/29021ft). Afternoon: Trek Down to Pheriche
Altitude: Kalapattar (5545m/18188ft) & Pheriche (4250m/13940ft)
Activities: 6-8 Hours Trek(14-16 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Pheriche
Another big day of Everest Base Camp Trek- today we climb gradually uphill on grassland for two hours followed by twenty-five minutes of walk through the black rocks to the summit of Kalapattar. Kalapattar refers to black rock in Nepali. Kalapattar is a vantage point for the closest view of Everest. We get to see the whole of Everest from Kalapattar, which is a sight worthwhile enduring an early morning hike. Enjoy the 360-degree panorama of Everest and its siblings from Kalapattar.
Then, trek back on the retracing trail to your hotel, enjoy the breakfast and begin the trek downhill towards Periche. Until Dughla we tread on the retracing trail. From Dughla, we trek downhill to the flat valley of Periche. Overnight at Periche.
Day 11 Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Altitude: 3440m/11283ft)
Activities: 5-7 Hours Trek(14-16 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Namche
From Periche we will walk thirty minutes to exit out of the village. In the next thirty minutes, we arrive at the bridge, cross it and hike up almost 80 meters to get to Periche Pass 4350m. From the pass, we slide down thirty minutes to merge back into the main trail of Everest Base Camp Trek, then retrace on the trail back to Namche. O/N at Namche.
Day 12 Trek from Namche to Lukla
Altitude: (2800m/9184ft)
Activities: 6-7 Hours Trek (20-22 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Lukla
After the breakfast, we hike down a trail steeply descends to the Hillary Suspension Bridge and then continue walking over several local villages and most of the walking is through Dudh Koshi River valley and surroundings. Upon reaching Lukla, freshen up at your hotel and relax. Evening, you could have a party with your trekking crew as it is your celebration of successful Everest Base Camp Trek also the last night in the Everest Region. O/N at Lukla.
Day 13 Lukla- Kathmandu Flight (35 Min)
Altitude: 1350m/4428ft)
Activities: Flight (35 Min)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/Farewell Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu
Our flights are in the morning for Kathmandu from Lukla. After breakfast at Lukla hotel, you will check in to the airport and take your flight back to Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel. You will have free time to relax, freshen up and rest. In the evening, we will meet you again, take you feedback from Everest Base Camp Trek and host a farewell dinner at one of the finest Nepalese restaurants in Kathmandu. O/N at Kathmandu.
Day 14 Departure from Kathmandu
Altitude: (1350m/4428ft)
Activities: Departure
Meals Plan: Breakfast
Today you will depart Kathmandu. Breakfast at Kathmandu hotel, then you are free for shopping at the Kathmandu. When the time to depart back comes, we will transfer you to the airport. Have a safe flight!
End of the Trip!
What's Included?
- All ground transportation in Kathmandu by private vehicle (Including airport pick and drop)
- 02 Nights three star Deluxe twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu on BB plan
- Welcome & Farewell Dinner at one of the finest restaurant in the main downtown
- Everest Trekking Permit (Officially Known as Sagarmatha National Park Permit), Khumbu Village Rural Municipality Permit & TIMs Card (From TAAN)
- Kathmandu- Lukla- Kathmandu flight, airport tax, and transfer
- 11 Nights/12 Days Everest Base Camp Trek on full board of meals plan (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, tea or coffees in a cup only, seasonal fruits)
- Trekking accommodation at comfortable & clean Mt. Lodge & Guest Houses (Nights staying in Phakding, Namche & Lukla will be in the attached bathroom)- Rooms on twin share
- One Advanced Adventures Nepal Trek Leader (Experienced, Fluent English Speaking, Gov. Licensed, first aid, and eco trained), required assistance Leader/s as per the group size, their entire expenses, equipment and insurance
- One trek Sherpa porter for every two trekkers for carrying their trek luggage (2 Trekkers: 1 Porter), all the payment, trek equipment, and insurance
- AA Trek Duffle Bag, Trekking Map, Adventure Certificate
- Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags while on trekking (To be returned after trek use)- rated to -15 Degree Celsius
- Group medicine Kit Box (first Aid Medicine)
- All the Gov. and Local taxes as per applicable
- Final departure transfer from Kathmandu
What's Not Included ?
- Nepal Visa Fee (US$- 30 for 15 days and US$- 50 for 30 days)
- Your meals at Kathmandu (Except provided welcome/Farewell dinner and Breakfast)
- Cost of beverages (Such as mineral water, beer, etc.), Battery recharge, Phone Calls, WIFI use, extra porter, etc. while on the trek
- Travel Insurance (Must include Medical expenses, Helicopter evacuation, and Trip Cancellation)
- Personal nature expenses
- Tips to Guide, Assistance Guide/s and Sherpa Porters
- Any extending trips
The given cost is per person and excludes international flights. Below are the departure dates available for online booking. If the given date is not favorable, please contact us, and we will happily customize your trip on dates more appropriate for you.
| Start Date | Group Joining | Trip Price | Action |
|---|
We have few more itinerary for Everest Base Camp Trek.
Everest Base Camp Trekking - 17 Days
Gokyo Lake To Everest Base Camp Trek - 18 Days
Everest 3 Passes Trek(Renjo La, Cho La & Kongba La ) - 19 Days
Lukla Flight Information
Flying to Lukla (Tenzing-Hillary Airport) has its own challenges and the chief among them is the weather. Lukla is surrounded by the peaks, the weather here is unpredictable and changes frequently. Flights operate only when the weather is stable and clear visibility. The chances of your Lukla flight getting canceled cannot be ruled out. If this happens, your EBC Trek may get extended by a day or two. So, we recommend you to keep buffer days so that you may not miss your international flight.
If there is a long delay due to bad weather for Lukla flight, it is better to use helicopter flight. We will secure a space for you on a helicopter flight but the cost for the helicopter flight is not included in the trip price so, you have to pay separately for the flight.
Due to overcrowding at the Kathmandu airport during the high season (Spring- March, April, May & Autumn - October, November), flights to and from Lukla now operate from Manthali Airport in Ramechhap. The airport lies 132km (4hrs drive) from Kathmandu.
Best Time to Travel
We do have two best seasons to attempt this trek to Everest Base Camp. As this trip is a big trip for you, we always suggest you come at the right time of the year as far as possible.
Spring: (March, April, May) - Best warmest time to trek. Rhododendron flowers in bloom- excellent trails and clear skies, best visibility. Good Temperature, warmest weather of the year.
Autumn: (Mid-September, October, November and Mid-December) - Excellent trails, clear blue skies, best visibility. Best Time to Trek
Winter: (Mid December, January, and February) are also good, but it’s obviously colder. You have to be prepared for this. It is up to you to plan this trek at this cold time or not.
Summer: Monsoon, so rain and visibility can be a big issue (From Mid-June, July, and August). We do not suggest you this time for the trek.
You can opt for a monsoon or winter trek if you want to avoid the crowds. You can enjoy some off-season discounts at teahouses which remain mostly empty during these times. But you should be ready to face some discomforts (rain, snow, and extreme cold) if you take to the trail at these times. The flights also get frequently canceled.
Altitude Sickness & Acclimatization Information
Altitude is related to air pressure. In fact, as altitude rises, air pressure drops. The human body reacts to high altitudes. Decreased air pressure means that less oxygen is available for breathing. One normal effect of altitude is shortness of breath, since the lungs have to work harder to deliver oxygen to the bloodstream.
Remember, you will be trekking to the world’s highest trekking destination, which lies well above 5000 meters beyond sea level. To let your body, get used to the thin air, you need to walk slowly keep your body hydrated. If you try to walk fast to reach your destination in less time, more chances to may suffer from AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness).
The symptoms of AMS is like dizziness, headache, nausea, shortness of breath, fatigue, etc., are seen at elevations above 3000 meters. Usually, these symptoms occur once you reach Namche.
Drinking plenty of fluids (water, tea, soup, etc.) and keeping your body hydrated will also help keep the sickness away. One should take the necessary precautions to ensure that the condition does not worsen. But if the symptoms worsen, one may have to return to a lower elevation and get medical help.
There are few clinics in during your trek period which offer basic care for minor sicknesses. In the worst-case scenario, an air evacuation will be arranged, where the patient will be flown to Kathmandu to receive medical treatment. AMS, if untreated or ignored, can take your life.
On a high-altitude trek like the trek to EBC, acclimatization is very important. Your body needs time to get used to thin air which can be done by resting at a lower altitude before reaching a higher elevation level. Our itinerary provides you two days for acclimatization. During your trek, you will be spending extra days at Namche (3440m) and Dingboche (4410m) to acclimatize successfully before trekking further.
Drinking-Water Information
During your trek, it is important to keep your body hydrated if in case you are dehydrate also causes altitude mountain sickness. So, you should drink at least 3-4 liters of fluids daily.
We highly recommend you to carry a re-usable water bottle with you, one that can hold hot water. You can use water purification tablets or an inbuilt filtration system to treat the water. While the water in the mountains tends to be pure and without impurities, it’s better not to take chances and filter or treat the water before drinking.
If you use chlorine or iodine tablets to treat the water may alter its taste so, you can add flavored electrolyte powder (available at pharmacies in Kathmandu) to mask the bitter taste. Adding electrolyte to your drinking water may also be beneficial as the minerals (sodium, potassium, magnesium, etc.) you lose while walking gets replenished.
If you want to use boiled water, teahouses offer at an additional cost. It can cost anywhere between US$ 1to US$ 4. The price increases gradually as you climb higher. You pay the highest for water at Gorak Shep, is around US$ 4. While cold water is provided free of charge, it is not advisable to drink untreated tap water.
Phone & Internet Connectivity on Everest Base Camp Trek
You are in the world’s highest trekking trail but internet connection (though erratic and irregular at some places) is available in the Everest Region. You can connect with your families and friends while trekking, post updates, and upload pictures on social media. Wi-fi is available at all teahouses up to Gorak Shep. But most of the teahouses will charge you extra for using their Wi-Fi.
It will be cheaper and easier to get sim card in Kathmandu and purchase internet data that could last you for your entire trip. Ncell (a private telecom company) sim card is advisable to use for this trek. The company offers 3G connectivity up to Everest Base Camp (5364m).
Packing Checklist for Everest Base Camp Trek
It is important to have correct clothing and equipment for safe trekking in Everest Base Camp. Here below, you will find our recommended list for packing to this trek.
Head: Sun hat or scarf, Light balaclava or warm fleece hat, Sunglasses with UV protection, and Lip balm
Upper Body: T- Shirts (2), Light and expedition weight thermal tops, Fleece jacket or pullover, Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional), Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Hands: Lightweight gloves
Lower Body: Underwear (3), Hiking shorts (2), Lightweight cotton long pants, Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms, Fleece or wool pants, Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric)
Feet: Thin, lightweight inner socks (3), Thick, warm wool hiking socks (2), Hiking boots with spare laces
Camp shoes (sneakers and/ or sandals)
Accessories: Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F, Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries, Small padlock or combination lock, Basic First Aid Kit, Large plastic bags- for keeping items dry inside trek bag
Daypack (you will carry your own small daypack), Water bottles (2), Hiking poles/ walking sticks
Toiletries: Soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothbrush etc., Earplugs, Small wash towel
Extras: Camera with extra batteries and cards/ film, Binoculars, Reading book |Trail Map/ Guide book
Journal & Pen, iPod & Travel games (i.e. cards, chess, and backgammon)
Most of the trekking equipment are available in Kathmandu. You can keep your baggage light by only packing the essential items and buying the rest in Kathmandu. Shops in Thamel offer branded as well locally made gear and equipment.
Guide(S) & Staff Arrangements
You are going for the highest trekking trail in the world so, having an experienced local guide accompanying you will enrich your trip in so many ways. Trekking with a person who has in-depth knowledge of the mountain will also keep you safe and secure. Our guides have experience of more than 10 years and have a vast knowledge of the area you are visiting. Our guides have completed the trekking guide course and have all the required government license to work as mountain trekking guides. They can communicate in English and have received wilderness first aid and crisis management training.
Our trek leader will lead the trek and for every 5 trekkers, there will be an assistant trek guide assisting them personally. One porter will carry the luggage of 2 clients. Ensure that your luggage does not exceed 15 kg, as the porter can only carry a weight of 30 kg.
All our Guides and Porters are provided with weather-appropriate gear and clothing to battle the harsh weather in the mountains. Before the start of a trek, we ensure that our mountain guides are fully insured. They are given fair wages and treated with respect.
Trip Safety information
Our Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary has been designed to ensure the safety of our clients by following all safety protocols during the trip. To prevent AMS, the required number of rest days has been added to the itinerary. Our guides always carry a first-aid medication kit and pulse oximeter (to measure the oxygen level in your blood) with them. The guides assigned to you have more than 10 years of experience and know what steps to take during an emergency. If a client shows symptoms of AMS and needs to descend to a lower elevation, an assistant guide will escort him/her and follow the safety protocol. He will closely monitor the client’s condition and take the required steps needed for the client's well-being.
If the client feels alright after a night’s rest, the guide will escort the him/her back to join the group. But if the condition worsens, the client will be escorted down to Lukla or get airlifted by helicopter to Kathmandu for further medical aid.
Entry Permits & Requirements
We will arrange permits for this Everest Base Camp trek. The permits are 1) Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit, and 2) Khumbu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit. Unlike other treks in the Himalaya, you won’t be needing a TIMS (Tourist Information Management System) card for this trek.
Travel Insurance & Vaccination
You must obtain personal travel insurance to join us for this Everest Base Camp Trek. You must be having a travel insurance which must cover helicopter evacuation, trip cancellation and medical expenses. And it is suggested that you buy your insurance policy from your homeland country before traveling as it is difficult buying local travel insurance policy for foreigners in Nepal. It would be advantageous for you also to choose a company that offers insurance cover on domestic and international flight cancellations and lost or stolen baggage
Vaccination is required to plan to your trip to Nepal but it is not a must to have thing to come, but highly suggested. Your doctor will have the information of vaccination you would require to the country you will be traveling.
Hepatitis A, Japanese Encephalitis, Polio, Rabies, Tetanus, Typhoid and Malaria etc. are the recommended vaccination for traveling to Nepal.
What is the typical group size to this trek?
In this Everest Base Camp Trek, the minimum group size would be two and the maximum group size is ten or more on request. We can also organize a private trip to solo person with a single supplement cost. Else, join our estimated group departure dates available online or ask us with your personal dates, we will open group date on the same date.
What is the health & fitness required for the trekkers to join this EBC Trek ?
This trek is fairly challenging trekking in Everest, and takes you above 4000m for minimum of 6 days, so you must have good health, excellent fitness level, and should be an active person to plan this trek with us. You would require to walk minimum of 6 to 7 hours uphill and downhill walk every day so prepared for this.
On this trek, you will be trekking in a well-developed trekking trail, and has good choice of Mt. Lodges and Guest House, and excellent choice of meals on this trek. The only walk from Dungla to Lobuche, then to Gorekshep, EBC and Kalapathar is rugged trail in Himalayas, but fairly safe and comfortable trail.
Do we have option trekking in Everest Region ?
A part from this classical trekking in Everest Base Camp-14 Days, you will also have option trekking in Everest Region. If you wish to take more challenging trekking option in Everest Region, you could trek to Everest 3 Passes Trek. Those who would like to trek in remote valley in Khumbu, and want to add some challenging trail on walking, they could trek to Gokyo Valley & Everest Base Camp Trek. We have Everest Panorama Trek option for easy trekking in the region which fits to novice trekkers that combine the great visits to Sherpa peoples, culture, natural trekking with magnificent views of Mt. Everest & Khumbu Region Himalayas.
Can I customize my own trek!
Yes, You are welcome to customize this trek at your timeline and your interest so please advise us with your days requirement and interested trekking route to Everest and we will be more than happy to organize this trek as requested. Please write us at info@advadventures.com
Where do I sleep during the trek days at this trek?
You will be staying in Mt. Lodge and Guest house throughout the trek days. You will get twin share room with proper foam matteress and pillow for your comfort sleep.
Is all the lodges rooms heated at trek days?
No. rooms in Mt. lodges and Guest House during this trek are not heated so prepare to sleep in room without any heating system, thus the rooms gets colder at night.
Is electricity available during trek days?
Yes, every guest house has electricity. Electricity in the mountains mostly depends on the local hydro power station, and in case of these hydro has some technical issue, guest house has back up of solar system for electricity.
What is your guideline for packing to this trek to Everest Base Camp?
It is important to have correct clothing and equipment for safe trekking in Everest Base Camp. Here below, you will find our recommended list for packing to this trek.
Head: Sun hat or scarf, Light balaclava or warm fleece hat, Sunglasses with UV protection, and Lip balm
Upper Body: T- Shirts (2), Light and expedition weight thermal tops, Fleece jacket or pullover, Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional), Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Hands: Lightweight gloves
Lower Body: Underwear (3), Hiking shorts (2), Lightweight cotton long pants, Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms, Fleece or wool pants, Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric)
Feet: Thin, lightweight inner socks (3), Thick, warm wool hiking socks (2), Hiking boots with spare laces
Camp shoes (sneakers and/ or sandals)
Accessories: Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F, Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries, Small padlock or combination lock, Basic First Aid Kit, Large plastic bags- for keeping items dry inside trek bag
Daypack (you will carry your own small daypack), Water bottles (2), Hiking poles/ walking sticks
Toiletries: Soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothbrush etc., Earplugs, Small wash towel
Extras: Camera with extra batteries and cards/ film, Binoculars, Reading book |Trail Map/ Guide book
Journal & Pen, IPod & Travel games (i.e. cards, chess, and backgammon)
Unforgettable trip!
Isis Lovo from USA
As a female traveling for the first time to Nepal choosing the right agency was critical. I want an agency who can provide answer for the hundred of questions I had, I wanted reliable people to take me into the mountains and be able to resolve all the unplanned problems that may arrive with the trek. Advanced Adventures Nepal was my answer. In doing my initial review I found this agency as one of the accredited agencies for the government to do treks, I also founded they have good review. I decided to email them with my concerns and questions related with the treks and they always responded to me. For several months I emailed with questions until I feel confident for the trek I was choosing, the itinerary, the hotel and more important to who I was paying my money.
My girlfriend and I went for the Three passes trek, with a city tour included in Kathmandu. We enjoyed our trip very much, our guide Ganesh and the sherpa Ganga were amazing. He was very knowledge, kind, patience and friendly. For the days that I was feeling sick or slow for the elevation he was there supporting us, filing a way to help us more, always smiling and made us feel we were and right hands. He accommodated the trek based in our needs and desires. He and our sherpa totally run the extra miles for us, and I can’t thank them enough.
Thank you Advanced Adventures Nepal for this unforgettable experience!!
An incredible team!
Han and Fey from Singapore
Keshav - Thank you for making our trip to Nepal so memorable by taking care of all of our needs from start to finish. You were always available to us and even greeted us in person on the last day before we left for the airport.
Please convey our best wishes to our Guide Giri, who is an excellent and responsible guide. When my wife became ill with high altitude sickness and ran out of oxygen, he took excellent care of us. He came to our room every hour to see how my wife was doing. Aside from that, he patiently waits for us and guides us throughout the trek so that we can reach Everest base camp. He is deserving of a thumbs up.
Last but not least, Deep, our sherpa, goes above and beyond; he always finishes carrying our luggage to the guesthouse earlier and yet, instead of waiting for us there, he chooses to come back to us and accompany us on our way to the guesthouse; he also offers to carry our backpacks together, so we can trek without a burden; this is truly amazing dedication.
Another thing worth mentioning is that when we needed a helicopter in an emergency, you effortlessly arranged it for us, and within 30 minutes, we were on the chopper to Lukla, and the next day, we were on the first plane to Kathmandu. We are very impressed with the effective communication between Giri, you, and all of the respective parties, and we are grateful that you and your team go above and beyond.
Thank you once more. Keshav, Giri, and Deep, you three made an incredible team.
Amazing EBC Trek! Kudos to Bale, Dill
Chris
Amazing EBC trek! Kudos to Bale, Dill
We went on an EBC hike for 12 days and was an amazing experience. We had the pleasure of awesome Bale, Dill and Raju who were our guide and porters respectively. Bale was extremely personable, always close by, diligent and always looking out for us making us feel safe and happy always. Our porters were awesome as well and you always feel their care for your trip. We also organized a helicopter after we ascended EBC and this was also organized easily for us. Look for Bale, Dill and Raju on your trip! Overall, great great experience!
Chris
Malaysia
Tej was my best Guide, Advanced Adventures is best company!
Brittainy Gebo
I was lucky to start out the 2018 new year with a bang doing the EBC tour with Advanced Adventures. It was an incredible journey.
From the moment we got to Nepal we were so well taken care of. We didn’t have to worry about anything as everything was sorted for us I.e transportation, accommodation, food.
I would highly recommend doing your tour with this company. Even higher, I recommend Tej Karki as your guide. He took such amazing care of us throughout the trek. He was not only a guide, he became a good friend. Guides definitely make or break the trip, and we definitely would not have made it to EBC and Kala Pathar without him. I can’t recommend Tej enough if you want a safe and unforgettable journey!
Brittainy Gebo
Sydney Australia
Chet and his team are highly professional! Everest Base Camp Trek - the life-changing journey!
Robert Liow
I did EBC on a private tour with one of my friends in December 2017. We chose Advanced Adventures because our friend couldn't recommend them enough! It turned out that they are everything our friend said and beyond! Chet and his team are highly professional! They met all our needs and all the last minute requests including the recommendation of local services, organisation of day tours in Kathmandu! We couldn't make it to Everest Base Camp & Kala Patthar without our guide, Tej Karki! He is very professional but also friendly, caring and attentive! He set the right paces for the hike, checked the water we drank and meals we ate to make sure that we wouldn't get AMS or/and food poisoning. I can't thank you guys enough! You made my trip one I will remember for the rest of my life!
Mr. Robert Liow
( Find Trip Advisor Review in this Link)
+6143 011 2809
Australia
Top notch! Totally professional, from management, to guides, to porters
Sakkar Azizuddin
Top notch! Totally professional, from management, to guides, to porters, to the locations preparing our food, to handing us our key to our to our room when we arrived, to serving us with two hands our meal. I can't praise this organization enough to give you a sense of how truly well-run it is. Their planning is excellent.
We were a group of 21 people. Chet got us on the first two flights to Lukla on the day we were to leave. Once there, Hom, our main guide, took over and was joined by 4 assistant guides who managed our group impeccably--one guide in the front with the faster hikers, one guide at the tail with us slower folks, and two guides spread in over the middle, with Hom appearing up or down the line as needed.
We were quite spread out. They kept a sharp eye on us all. I was pegged fairly early on the trip as someone of need. I have MS, am 71, and I randomly tip over. I lose my balance. Twice the assistant guide Kalu broke my fall before I landed. I didn't even know he was nearby--he appeared from nowhere. One of these saves occurred over a yak-pie. I was sooooo appreciative!
My friend Carol was wanting to use the internet late one night and went to the dining room for a connection. There sitting around a long table were Hom and all the porters having a meeting. Carol said this must have been about 11:00 p.m..
The afternoon we were to make it to Everest Base Camp, by noon out bags had arrived and we had already checked in to our rooms. One would think the porters would have the afternoon off, but nope. Hom instructed them to help us to the Base. A young porter asked if he could carry my pack for me. I obliged. He took also one of my hiking poles to carry, then took my free hand and glided me across the tops of the boulders and rocks, choosing the route just as he would go. It was great fun. We flew! I travelled at least twice as fast as I normally do. He has long legs and I was completely under his good control. It was a hoot!
We all found the Nepali people to be completely disarming, gentle and unassuming. It was never about them, and always about our safety. They would open up about themselves if we asked. We learned that many had walked two days to come for the job. There are no motorcycles or bicycles; just porters carrying goods of all sorts, yaks, something looking like a yak but not exactly one, and on our last day, we saw a few horses.
Hiking to Everest Base Camp is an amazing journey; I'm ready do do it all over again. It is so vertical! I totally recommend Advanced Adventures as tour guides; you will love them, you will love your trip!
Sakkar Azizuddin
Pat Jiwani
eajiwani@gmail.com
USA
The trek itself was amazing and we really enjoyed the challenge of the mountain climbs !
Mr. & Mrs. Denver & Kelly Parker
The trek itself was amazing and we really enjoyed the challenge of the mountain climbs !
Ever since I was a little girl, I have always dreamed of going to Mt Everest. I wanted to use a Nepal based tour group for my visit and found Advanced Adventures via Google. I found Chet had an excellent grasp on English and he was really easy to deal with. So my husband and I made our booking and started to train… I have to admit I was nervous about someone actually being there at the airport when we arrived in Kathmandu, rather than some rogue website! But all went to plan and we were greeted at the airport by our Guide and shortly thereafter met Chet Bhatta.
From the moment we were picked up at the airport, everything ran really smoothly and any last minute questions or concerns we had were quickly put at ease. We flew in on time to Lukla airport and started the great walk. The trek itself was amazing and we really enjoyed the challenge of the mountain climbs. We made sure we did as much training as we could fit in before we left and it paid off. Our guide was Eaklal and our Sherpa was Suresh. They were excellent to deal with and we very well looked after. Most days Suresh would beat us to the next teahouse and for the whole trip we never waited for than 5 minutes for our bags to arrive. Eaklal spoke English really well and they were both more than happy to spend some free time playing some awesome Nepal card games that they taught us.
We mostly struggled with the cold. We come from sunny Qld so the temperatures as low as -20 were a bit of a shell shock. Although we knew how cold it could be, we thought that the teahouses would have fireplaces burning part of the day and night… This is not the case. Rather, most had ‘pot bellied stoves’ that we saw would only be fired up mostly between 5pm and 9pm. This is due to the limited amount of fuel ie yak dung. So it was hard to get warm once you stopped walking for the day. But the amazing people, food and scenery far outweighed and concern about being cold.
The teahouses were pleasant and the food was actually really good. It was such a good feeling to get to base camp – a big tick off the bucket list!
We had amazing weather walking up to base camp but some cloudy/foggy weather for part of the trip down. We were lucky enough to hitch a ride back to Kathmandu via a helicopter – this was truly breathtaking flying over the Himalayas in a helicopter. And this did not cost us an extra cent. I am confident this only happened because of the good relationships and reputation that Advanced Adventures have.
We will certainly be recommending to our friends to make this amazing trip and to use Advanced Adventures.
A big thank you from Kelly and Denver Parker.
Mr. & Mrs. Denver & Kelly Parker
Email- kd.parker@bigpond.com
PO Box 706 Mackay QLD 4740 Australia
EBC Trek- March/April, 2014
We can say that booking a trek with Advanced Adventures was the best decision we ever made.
Mrs. Carole Lalandeā & Mr. Gaetan Martin- Canada
We can say that booking a trek with Advanced Adventures was the best decision we ever made.
We traveled in Nepal for the first time of our life, at 49 and 52 years old, on October 2013. Carole’s life dream was to trek to Everest Base Camp. So we looked up the internet and decided to book our trip with Advanced Adventures, a Nepal local company. We can say that it was the best decision we ever made. Chet, the executive director, was very patient and replied to all the e-mails and questions we had for him to prepare our trip.
When we arrived at the airport of Kathmandu, we were taken care of by the Advanced Adventures team. They came to get us at the airport to bring us at a very nice hotel. The meals were all included and we visited the city of Kathmandu the next day with a guide just for us. For dinner at night, Chet brought us to a restaurant for a welcome traditional meal.
But the real treat started on the second day. Our guide, Lok, came with us from the hotel to the airport to take the helicopter with us. We were lucky to have an helicopter instead of a plane he said. Probably we were lucky, but we found out during our trip that Advanced Adventures makes sure to give all the best to their clients. Our guide, Lok, was always taking care of us in all matters, from our security to our meals, teas, biscuits, lodges and we never had to pay anything more than the package we paid at the beginning. Our porter, Bisnu was also so wonderful to us. He would hurry to lodges with our heavy duffle bags, so he could come back to take our backpacks so we could climb more easily to our arrival point. We noticed during the trek that we were always getting a little more from Lok and Bisnu than other clients were getting from their guides. When we came back to Kathmandu, we had a party dinner and when we asked Chet if we could bring with some friends we made on the trek, he said: ‘’Of course they can come’’!!!
We were so spoiled from Advanced Adventures that we recommend them to everybody who want to make sure they will get the best out of a trek in the Himalayas.
Thank you again to Chet, Lok and Bisnu who helped us realized this wonderful trip and accomplishment to reach the Everest Base Camp. They certainly have a nice place in our hearths for life.
Mrs. Carole Lalande’ & Mr. Gaetan Martin- Canada
Everest Base Camp Trek at Oct- 2013
Mr. Gaetan Martin martin_gaetan@videotron.ca
Mrs. Carole Lalande’ carole_lalande@videotron.ca
WOW! What an experience for lifeā¦Thanks Advanced Adventures !
Joel Martin Aponte Suarez- Switzerland
WOW! What an experience for life…
I’m so happy and proud that I did this Trip with Advanced Adventures. My friends and family were telling me, if I am crazy doing this, after all that happened here. But believe me, it is so worth it. Traveling to Nepal is so safe, or even safer than before. The trek, the people, and the lodges everything was so amazing.
Thank you so many guys for making this journey so special.
Mr. Joel Martin Aponte Suarez
Kleinhueningeranlage 56, Basel, Switzerland 4057
Everest Base Camp Trek- Sep/ 2015
Trip Overview
This iconic Everest Base Camp Trek allows you to experience the essence of a real Himalayan adventure through the flame-red rhododendron forests, stunning alpine valleys with villages, and jaw-dropping mountain scenery. This world’s most magnificent trekking in the foothill of Mt. Everest has now become one of the best Himalayan Trekking in the world!
This 14-day adventure trekking in Everest Base Camp is most beautiful in nature and landscapes, and it visits the social lifestyle of famous climbers, the Sherpas, as well as their richest culture and traditions. During the trek, visitors can visit Buddhist monasteries such as Tengboche Monastery and Pangboche Monastery, which are the region's holiest Buddhist monasteries. Sherpa people live in the Everest Region and practice Buddhism.
Our trek is supported by an experienced crew, so you can let your feet do the talking and just focus on your goal.
- Our Best Quality Service in Himalayas are both special and ļ¬exible.
- Our customizable services are available at your chosen date and time.
- Two decade years of experience in the field of adventure, today, are all about our field of expertise.
- Our best teams (professional and skilled) are to coordinate the individuals and groups from different parts of the world.
Join us on this unforgettable expedition to Everest Base Camp and create lasting memories in the heart of the Himalayas!
Is this holiday for me?
Trekking in Himalaya means uphill and downhill walking in high altitude part. If your health is good, you can join this trek even you never done trekking in the high Himalayan region. On this trek, technical experience is not required, hiking experience is good, but the most essential thing is your mental determination. This trekking does not involve any serious technical walking and mountaineering. People with good health and normal fitness can easily join this trekking adventure. Every day you will walk around 4 to 6 hours. This holiday should be accessible to any active person with a sense of adventure.
Important Trip Notes & Activities
Due to overcrowding at the Kathmandu airport during the high season (Spring- March, April, May & Autumn - October, November), flights to and from Lukla now operate from Manthali Airport in Ramechhap. The airport lies 132km (4hrs drive) from Kathmandu.
FREE equipment hires on all of our treks!
We provide ALL of our Trekkers for free hire of our winter sleeping bags and 800 fill North Face down jacket (if required)– Just let us know when you book and we can get these reserved for you.
We also provide a FREE 80 Liter Advanced Adventures Nepal Trek duffel bag to keep when you arrive in Kathmandu! And also, we provide Adventure Certificate for joining this trek with us.
Book NOW and support a country we love.
Please Suggest Us!
If our suggested itinerary & package is not fit on your travel plan, please let us know we will customize the itinerary, and services as per your requirements. So, feel very free to write us at sales@advadventures.com or WhatsApp on +977 9851189771.
Detail Itinerary Expand All
Day 01 Arrival day in Kathmandu
Altitude: 1350m/4428ft
Meals Plan: Welcome Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu
On arrival in Kathmandu; we will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your trip hotel. Later we meet and take you to our head office, brief you on the upcoming Everest Base camp Trek with us, and introduce your trekking guide to Everest Base Camp. Evening, we host a welcome dinner at one of the finest local restaurants in Kathmandu with music and ethnic dance. Overnight at Kathmandu Hotel.
Day 02 Fly to Lukla (35 Min Flight) & Trek to Phakding
Altitude: Lukla (2800m/9154ft) & Phakding (2650m/8692ft)
Activities: 3-4 Hours Trek (10-12 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Phakding
We drive to the airport early in the morning to take our flight to Lukla. The scenic 35 minutes flight to Lukla caters to the panorama of the peaks of Langtang, Rolwaling, and Annapurna Himalayan Ranges. Landing at Tenzing Hillary Airport in Lukla is a thrilling adventure. Instantly, after making the final arrangement for the Everest Base Camp Trek, we kick off. Trekking 200m downhill to Thado Koshi River, we cross the suspension bridge over it. The view of Mt. Kusum Kangru looming dramatically to the East is a wonderful view from the bridge. Beyond the bridge, the trek begins to gain altitude gradually to Ghat. Ghat is a Buddhist Village with wonderful Black Mani walls engraved with prayers in white. The final push from Ghat through scattered villages and yak herder's camps brings us to Phakding. The first day of the Everest Base Camp Trek ends at Phakding. Explore remaining time around this local village. Overnight at Mt. Lodge.
Day 03 Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Altitude: (3440m/11283ft)
Activities: 5-6 Hours Trek(14-16 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Namche
The Everest Base Camp Trek today crosses suspension bridges over Dudh Koshi River five times. The first bridge we cross comes after five minutes of walking from our hotel in Phakding. Crossing it we trek through the forested trail on the left bank of the river for 35 minutes to Taktak. Exiting out of Taktak we get to see the magnificent view of Mt. Thamserku 6608m from a viewpoint. Almost thirty minutes of gentle walk from the viewpoint brings us to Banker. We cross the second bridge over Dudh Koshi River while making our way out of Banker. Trekking on the right bank of the river on the stony trail that goes uphill and down like the waves in the ocean, we arrive at Monjo. Walking through the typical Sherpa Village, we arrive at the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park. Trek downhill for twenty minutes on the stony trail to the river, cross the third bridge and arrive at Jorsale, where we stop for the lunch.
Post lunch, we cross the fourth bridge and trek along the right bank of the river for forty minutes to arrive at Larja Doban. At Larja Doban we sight the confluence of Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi River. There are two elevated bridges at Larja Doban. We cross the higher one and begin the uphill climb on the stony trail towards Namche. Almost after 1 and a half-hour of trek we arrive at Top Danda. Savoring the first view of Everest from Top Danda, we trek uphill for the next ninety minutes through pine forest to Namche.
Day 04 Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar
Altitude:(3440m/11283ft)
Activities:Acclimatization Walk to Everest View Hotel
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Namche
Rest day during trek means to hike to higher elevation and trek down back for proper acclimatization. Today we will walk up to the Everest View Hotel, which lies at the altitude of 3880m (440m higher than Namche). 2.5 hours of an uphill hike on the stony trails of the open hill brings us to Everest View Hotel. Savor the views of Thamserku, Kusum Kangru, Kantega, Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam among others from the site. Trekking down back to Namche on the same trail is easy 1.5 hrs walk.
Rest of the time you may just explore Namche Bazaar, visit its Sherpa museum- a great place to learn Sherpa culture and history of mountaineering and if this happens to be Saturday, you would have a wonderful local market (Hatt Bazaar) at Namche Bazaar. It is interesting and a wonderful experience to understand how the locals exchange their goods or buy the necessary stuff from the market itself. Namche Bazaar, itself is a tourist shopping hub with all the required trekking and mountaineering clothing and equipment. O/N at Namche.
Day 05 Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Altitude: (3870m/12694ft)
Activities: 5-6 Hours Trek(11-12 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Tengboche
We begin the trek with the uphill walk to emerge out of Namche. Thirty-minute walk along the twisted trail savoring the views of Everest, we arrive to Tenzing Norgay Memorial Stupa. Almost two hours of walk on the open hillside from the stupa brings us to Kyangjuma. The view of Dudh Koshi River Valley from Kyangjuma is exceptional. 300m downhill trek through the pine forest from Kayngjuma brings us to Phungitenga, where we have our lunch. Post lunch we cross the bridge over Dudh Koshi River and begin the uphill climb to Tengboche. The first one and half hour uphill walk to Tengboche are tougher along the stony trails whereas, the next one hour is a pleasant and gradual climb through the beautiful forest of pine and rhododendron. Tengboche, one of the most beautiful places in the Himalaya, is famous for its amazing views of Ama Dablam Mountain at the backdrop of Tengboche monastery itself. The Tengboche monastery is one of the biggest Buddhist monasteries of Khumbu region, your guide will take you to see these monastery surroundings, chant with Buddhist monks, enjoy the praying ceremony. O/N at Tengboche.
Day 06 Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche
Altitude: (4410m/14465ft)
Activities: 5-6 Hours Trek(12-14 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Dingboche
Breakfast at Tyangboche then will start walking off this day. The trail descends down winding through the rhododendron forest to Devoche. Crossing a bridge over the raging Imja Khola River beyond Devoche, we hug the valley wall and then traverse to the plains of Pangboche village which is the biggest Sherpa village of Khumbu. Here we have a great chance to see the typical Sherpa people, culture and traditions. We will take a short hike to the monastery over to hill at Pangboche- probably the oldest monastery of Khumbu. Then, we walk thirty minutes through the village and hike for an hour through the open valley to Somare 4040m. Somare is the treeline border during Everest Base Camp Trek. We have our lunch at Somare and then begin the real adventure of Everest Base Camp Trek. Climbing gradually on an uphill trail through the glacial moraines and yak grazing lands for two and a half hours we arrive at Dingboche.
Day 07 Acclimatization Day in Dingboche
Altitude: (4410m/14465ft)
Activities: Morning, Acclimatization walk to Nagarjun Hill or Chhukung Ri, Afternoon, Rest
Meals Plan: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Dingboche
On this day you will rest before the last leg of the journey. You may explore the surrounding Chhukung and Imja valleys which are connected with the most interesting Island Peak, the high passes of Amphu Laptse and Makalu Barun National park.
If you are interested, you may hike to the Chhukung Ri(5000m Approx) for the panorama of the valley or explore the Dingboche itself with its typical local peoples and their lifestyles.
However, we suggest you hike up to Nagarjun Hill, which is 300m higher than Dingboche and just 2-3 hours roundtrip. From the hilltop the views of Thamserku, Kantega, Ama Dablam, Makalu, Cholatse, and Island Peak among others are wonderful. O/N at Dingboche.
Day 08 Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
Altitude: (4928m/16164ft)
Activities: 6-7 Hours Trek(12-13 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Lobuche
From this day onward, the trek is gradual uphill; due to the altitude, it is harder and tough. However for two and half hours until reaching to Dungla, we walk mostly on the leveled trail that winds through yak herders shelters and grazing lands. At Dughla, we have a short breather and enjoy a hot cup of tea or coffee. One hour of uphill climb from Dughla brings us to Dugh-La Pass 4620m, which has the memorials of famous climbers who lost their lives during Everest Expedition. The memorials here include of Scott Fisher and Babu Chiri Sherpa. From the pass, the Everest Base Camp Trek now winds on the trail beside Khumbu Glacier for almost an hour to Lobuche. From Lobuche, we see the best views of Mt. Lobuche, Mt. Pumori and the Nuptse. O/N at Lobuche.
Day 09 Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5160m16925ft), Everest Base Camp Hike
Altitude: Everest Base Camp (5364m/17594ft)
Activities: 7-8 Hours Trek(12-14 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Gorekshep
The first hour of the trek today is an easy walk on the leveled trail. Then we climb up for 25 minutes or so followed by next thirty minutes of an easy hike to catch the glacial moraines of Mt. Pumori all the way to Gorakshep. Though it is quite early to have lunch at Gorakshep, we will have light lunch before kicking off the adventurous walk to Everest Base Camp.
Post lunch the walk of your lifetime to Everest Base Camp begins. Two and half hours of up and down trek on the glacial moraines extended from Khumbu Icefall is an adventurous roller coaster. Going down to the glacier crossing half of it all the way to Everest Base Camp is amazing fun walking. At Everest Base witness the colorful tents of Expedition Groups if it is peak season of climbing. Take enough photographs and feel the world's highest summit from the nearest proximity possible. At the latter half of the day trek back to Gorakshep for the overnight stay.
Day 10 Morning: Hike to Kalapathar for a Great View of Mt. Everest(8848m/29021ft). Afternoon: Trek Down to Pheriche
Altitude: Kalapattar (5545m/18188ft) & Pheriche (4250m/13940ft)
Activities: 6-8 Hours Trek(14-16 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Pheriche
Another big day of Everest Base Camp Trek- today we climb gradually uphill on grassland for two hours followed by twenty-five minutes of walk through the black rocks to the summit of Kalapattar. Kalapattar refers to black rock in Nepali. Kalapattar is a vantage point for the closest view of Everest. We get to see the whole of Everest from Kalapattar, which is a sight worthwhile enduring an early morning hike. Enjoy the 360-degree panorama of Everest and its siblings from Kalapattar.
Then, trek back on the retracing trail to your hotel, enjoy the breakfast and begin the trek downhill towards Periche. Until Dughla we tread on the retracing trail. From Dughla, we trek downhill to the flat valley of Periche. Overnight at Periche.
Day 11 Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Altitude: 3440m/11283ft)
Activities: 5-7 Hours Trek(14-16 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Namche
From Periche we will walk thirty minutes to exit out of the village. In the next thirty minutes, we arrive at the bridge, cross it and hike up almost 80 meters to get to Periche Pass 4350m. From the pass, we slide down thirty minutes to merge back into the main trail of Everest Base Camp Trek, then retrace on the trail back to Namche. O/N at Namche.
Day 12 Trek from Namche to Lukla
Altitude: (2800m/9184ft)
Activities: 6-7 Hours Trek (20-22 Kms)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Lukla
After the breakfast, we hike down a trail steeply descends to the Hillary Suspension Bridge and then continue walking over several local villages and most of the walking is through Dudh Koshi River valley and surroundings. Upon reaching Lukla, freshen up at your hotel and relax. Evening, you could have a party with your trekking crew as it is your celebration of successful Everest Base Camp Trek also the last night in the Everest Region. O/N at Lukla.
Day 13 Lukla- Kathmandu Flight (35 Min)
Altitude: 1350m/4428ft)
Activities: Flight (35 Min)
Meals Plan: Breakfast/Farewell Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu
Our flights are in the morning for Kathmandu from Lukla. After breakfast at Lukla hotel, you will check in to the airport and take your flight back to Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel. You will have free time to relax, freshen up and rest. In the evening, we will meet you again, take you feedback from Everest Base Camp Trek and host a farewell dinner at one of the finest Nepalese restaurants in Kathmandu. O/N at Kathmandu.
Day 14 Departure from Kathmandu
Altitude: (1350m/4428ft)
Activities: Departure
Meals Plan: Breakfast
Today you will depart Kathmandu. Breakfast at Kathmandu hotel, then you are free for shopping at the Kathmandu. When the time to depart back comes, we will transfer you to the airport. Have a safe flight!
End of the Trip!
What's Included?
- All ground transportation in Kathmandu by private vehicle (Including airport pick and drop)
- 02 Nights three star Deluxe twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu on BB plan
- Welcome & Farewell Dinner at one of the finest restaurant in the main downtown
- Everest Trekking Permit (Officially Known as Sagarmatha National Park Permit), Khumbu Village Rural Municipality Permit & TIMs Card (From TAAN)
- Kathmandu- Lukla- Kathmandu flight, airport tax, and transfer
- 11 Nights/12 Days Everest Base Camp Trek on full board of meals plan (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, tea or coffees in a cup only, seasonal fruits)
- Trekking accommodation at comfortable & clean Mt. Lodge & Guest Houses (Nights staying in Phakding, Namche & Lukla will be in the attached bathroom)- Rooms on twin share
- One Advanced Adventures Nepal Trek Leader (Experienced, Fluent English Speaking, Gov. Licensed, first aid, and eco trained), required assistance Leader/s as per the group size, their entire expenses, equipment and insurance
- One trek Sherpa porter for every two trekkers for carrying their trek luggage (2 Trekkers: 1 Porter), all the payment, trek equipment, and insurance
- AA Trek Duffle Bag, Trekking Map, Adventure Certificate
- Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags while on trekking (To be returned after trek use)- rated to -15 Degree Celsius
- Group medicine Kit Box (first Aid Medicine)
- All the Gov. and Local taxes as per applicable
- Final departure transfer from Kathmandu
What's Not Included ?
- Nepal Visa Fee (US$- 30 for 15 days and US$- 50 for 30 days)
- Your meals at Kathmandu (Except provided welcome/Farewell dinner and Breakfast)
- Cost of beverages (Such as mineral water, beer, etc.), Battery recharge, Phone Calls, WIFI use, extra porter, etc. while on the trek
- Travel Insurance (Must include Medical expenses, Helicopter evacuation, and Trip Cancellation)
- Personal nature expenses
- Tips to Guide, Assistance Guide/s and Sherpa Porters
- Any extending trips
Departure Dates And Price
The given cost is per person and excludes international flights. Below are the departure dates available for online booking. If the given date is not favorable, please contact us, and we will happily customize your trip on dates more appropriate for you.
| Start Date | Group Joining | Trip Price | Action |
|---|
Useful Information
We have few more itinerary for Everest Base Camp Trek.
Everest Base Camp Trekking - 17 Days
Gokyo Lake To Everest Base Camp Trek - 18 Days
Everest 3 Passes Trek(Renjo La, Cho La & Kongba La ) - 19 Days
Lukla Flight Information
Flying to Lukla (Tenzing-Hillary Airport) has its own challenges and the chief among them is the weather. Lukla is surrounded by the peaks, the weather here is unpredictable and changes frequently. Flights operate only when the weather is stable and clear visibility. The chances of your Lukla flight getting canceled cannot be ruled out. If this happens, your EBC Trek may get extended by a day or two. So, we recommend you to keep buffer days so that you may not miss your international flight.
If there is a long delay due to bad weather for Lukla flight, it is better to use helicopter flight. We will secure a space for you on a helicopter flight but the cost for the helicopter flight is not included in the trip price so, you have to pay separately for the flight.
Due to overcrowding at the Kathmandu airport during the high season (Spring- March, April, May & Autumn - October, November), flights to and from Lukla now operate from Manthali Airport in Ramechhap. The airport lies 132km (4hrs drive) from Kathmandu.
Best Time to Travel
We do have two best seasons to attempt this trek to Everest Base Camp. As this trip is a big trip for you, we always suggest you come at the right time of the year as far as possible.
Spring: (March, April, May) - Best warmest time to trek. Rhododendron flowers in bloom- excellent trails and clear skies, best visibility. Good Temperature, warmest weather of the year.
Autumn: (Mid-September, October, November and Mid-December) - Excellent trails, clear blue skies, best visibility. Best Time to Trek
Winter: (Mid December, January, and February) are also good, but it’s obviously colder. You have to be prepared for this. It is up to you to plan this trek at this cold time or not.
Summer: Monsoon, so rain and visibility can be a big issue (From Mid-June, July, and August). We do not suggest you this time for the trek.
You can opt for a monsoon or winter trek if you want to avoid the crowds. You can enjoy some off-season discounts at teahouses which remain mostly empty during these times. But you should be ready to face some discomforts (rain, snow, and extreme cold) if you take to the trail at these times. The flights also get frequently canceled.
Altitude Sickness & Acclimatization Information
Altitude is related to air pressure. In fact, as altitude rises, air pressure drops. The human body reacts to high altitudes. Decreased air pressure means that less oxygen is available for breathing. One normal effect of altitude is shortness of breath, since the lungs have to work harder to deliver oxygen to the bloodstream.
Remember, you will be trekking to the world’s highest trekking destination, which lies well above 5000 meters beyond sea level. To let your body, get used to the thin air, you need to walk slowly keep your body hydrated. If you try to walk fast to reach your destination in less time, more chances to may suffer from AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness).
The symptoms of AMS is like dizziness, headache, nausea, shortness of breath, fatigue, etc., are seen at elevations above 3000 meters. Usually, these symptoms occur once you reach Namche.
Drinking plenty of fluids (water, tea, soup, etc.) and keeping your body hydrated will also help keep the sickness away. One should take the necessary precautions to ensure that the condition does not worsen. But if the symptoms worsen, one may have to return to a lower elevation and get medical help.
There are few clinics in during your trek period which offer basic care for minor sicknesses. In the worst-case scenario, an air evacuation will be arranged, where the patient will be flown to Kathmandu to receive medical treatment. AMS, if untreated or ignored, can take your life.
On a high-altitude trek like the trek to EBC, acclimatization is very important. Your body needs time to get used to thin air which can be done by resting at a lower altitude before reaching a higher elevation level. Our itinerary provides you two days for acclimatization. During your trek, you will be spending extra days at Namche (3440m) and Dingboche (4410m) to acclimatize successfully before trekking further.
Drinking-Water Information
During your trek, it is important to keep your body hydrated if in case you are dehydrate also causes altitude mountain sickness. So, you should drink at least 3-4 liters of fluids daily.
We highly recommend you to carry a re-usable water bottle with you, one that can hold hot water. You can use water purification tablets or an inbuilt filtration system to treat the water. While the water in the mountains tends to be pure and without impurities, it’s better not to take chances and filter or treat the water before drinking.
If you use chlorine or iodine tablets to treat the water may alter its taste so, you can add flavored electrolyte powder (available at pharmacies in Kathmandu) to mask the bitter taste. Adding electrolyte to your drinking water may also be beneficial as the minerals (sodium, potassium, magnesium, etc.) you lose while walking gets replenished.
If you want to use boiled water, teahouses offer at an additional cost. It can cost anywhere between US$ 1to US$ 4. The price increases gradually as you climb higher. You pay the highest for water at Gorak Shep, is around US$ 4. While cold water is provided free of charge, it is not advisable to drink untreated tap water.
Phone & Internet Connectivity on Everest Base Camp Trek
You are in the world’s highest trekking trail but internet connection (though erratic and irregular at some places) is available in the Everest Region. You can connect with your families and friends while trekking, post updates, and upload pictures on social media. Wi-fi is available at all teahouses up to Gorak Shep. But most of the teahouses will charge you extra for using their Wi-Fi.
It will be cheaper and easier to get sim card in Kathmandu and purchase internet data that could last you for your entire trip. Ncell (a private telecom company) sim card is advisable to use for this trek. The company offers 3G connectivity up to Everest Base Camp (5364m).
Packing Checklist for Everest Base Camp Trek
It is important to have correct clothing and equipment for safe trekking in Everest Base Camp. Here below, you will find our recommended list for packing to this trek.
Head: Sun hat or scarf, Light balaclava or warm fleece hat, Sunglasses with UV protection, and Lip balm
Upper Body: T- Shirts (2), Light and expedition weight thermal tops, Fleece jacket or pullover, Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional), Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Hands: Lightweight gloves
Lower Body: Underwear (3), Hiking shorts (2), Lightweight cotton long pants, Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms, Fleece or wool pants, Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric)
Feet: Thin, lightweight inner socks (3), Thick, warm wool hiking socks (2), Hiking boots with spare laces
Camp shoes (sneakers and/ or sandals)
Accessories: Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F, Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries, Small padlock or combination lock, Basic First Aid Kit, Large plastic bags- for keeping items dry inside trek bag
Daypack (you will carry your own small daypack), Water bottles (2), Hiking poles/ walking sticks
Toiletries: Soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothbrush etc., Earplugs, Small wash towel
Extras: Camera with extra batteries and cards/ film, Binoculars, Reading book |Trail Map/ Guide book
Journal & Pen, iPod & Travel games (i.e. cards, chess, and backgammon)
Most of the trekking equipment are available in Kathmandu. You can keep your baggage light by only packing the essential items and buying the rest in Kathmandu. Shops in Thamel offer branded as well locally made gear and equipment.
Guide(S) & Staff Arrangements
You are going for the highest trekking trail in the world so, having an experienced local guide accompanying you will enrich your trip in so many ways. Trekking with a person who has in-depth knowledge of the mountain will also keep you safe and secure. Our guides have experience of more than 10 years and have a vast knowledge of the area you are visiting. Our guides have completed the trekking guide course and have all the required government license to work as mountain trekking guides. They can communicate in English and have received wilderness first aid and crisis management training.
Our trek leader will lead the trek and for every 5 trekkers, there will be an assistant trek guide assisting them personally. One porter will carry the luggage of 2 clients. Ensure that your luggage does not exceed 15 kg, as the porter can only carry a weight of 30 kg.
All our Guides and Porters are provided with weather-appropriate gear and clothing to battle the harsh weather in the mountains. Before the start of a trek, we ensure that our mountain guides are fully insured. They are given fair wages and treated with respect.
Trip Safety information
Our Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary has been designed to ensure the safety of our clients by following all safety protocols during the trip. To prevent AMS, the required number of rest days has been added to the itinerary. Our guides always carry a first-aid medication kit and pulse oximeter (to measure the oxygen level in your blood) with them. The guides assigned to you have more than 10 years of experience and know what steps to take during an emergency. If a client shows symptoms of AMS and needs to descend to a lower elevation, an assistant guide will escort him/her and follow the safety protocol. He will closely monitor the client’s condition and take the required steps needed for the client's well-being.
If the client feels alright after a night’s rest, the guide will escort the him/her back to join the group. But if the condition worsens, the client will be escorted down to Lukla or get airlifted by helicopter to Kathmandu for further medical aid.
Entry Permits & Requirements
We will arrange permits for this Everest Base Camp trek. The permits are 1) Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit, and 2) Khumbu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit. Unlike other treks in the Himalaya, you won’t be needing a TIMS (Tourist Information Management System) card for this trek.
Travel Insurance & Vaccination
You must obtain personal travel insurance to join us for this Everest Base Camp Trek. You must be having a travel insurance which must cover helicopter evacuation, trip cancellation and medical expenses. And it is suggested that you buy your insurance policy from your homeland country before traveling as it is difficult buying local travel insurance policy for foreigners in Nepal. It would be advantageous for you also to choose a company that offers insurance cover on domestic and international flight cancellations and lost or stolen baggage
Vaccination is required to plan to your trip to Nepal but it is not a must to have thing to come, but highly suggested. Your doctor will have the information of vaccination you would require to the country you will be traveling.
Hepatitis A, Japanese Encephalitis, Polio, Rabies, Tetanus, Typhoid and Malaria etc. are the recommended vaccination for traveling to Nepal.
Frequently Asked Questions !
What is the typical group size to this trek?
In this Everest Base Camp Trek, the minimum group size would be two and the maximum group size is ten or more on request. We can also organize a private trip to solo person with a single supplement cost. Else, join our estimated group departure dates available online or ask us with your personal dates, we will open group date on the same date.
What is the health & fitness required for the trekkers to join this EBC Trek ?
This trek is fairly challenging trekking in Everest, and takes you above 4000m for minimum of 6 days, so you must have good health, excellent fitness level, and should be an active person to plan this trek with us. You would require to walk minimum of 6 to 7 hours uphill and downhill walk every day so prepared for this.
On this trek, you will be trekking in a well-developed trekking trail, and has good choice of Mt. Lodges and Guest House, and excellent choice of meals on this trek. The only walk from Dungla to Lobuche, then to Gorekshep, EBC and Kalapathar is rugged trail in Himalayas, but fairly safe and comfortable trail.
Do we have option trekking in Everest Region ?
A part from this classical trekking in Everest Base Camp-14 Days, you will also have option trekking in Everest Region. If you wish to take more challenging trekking option in Everest Region, you could trek to Everest 3 Passes Trek. Those who would like to trek in remote valley in Khumbu, and want to add some challenging trail on walking, they could trek to Gokyo Valley & Everest Base Camp Trek. We have Everest Panorama Trek option for easy trekking in the region which fits to novice trekkers that combine the great visits to Sherpa peoples, culture, natural trekking with magnificent views of Mt. Everest & Khumbu Region Himalayas.
Can I customize my own trek!
Yes, You are welcome to customize this trek at your timeline and your interest so please advise us with your days requirement and interested trekking route to Everest and we will be more than happy to organize this trek as requested. Please write us at info@advadventures.com
Where do I sleep during the trek days at this trek?
You will be staying in Mt. Lodge and Guest house throughout the trek days. You will get twin share room with proper foam matteress and pillow for your comfort sleep.
Is all the lodges rooms heated at trek days?
No. rooms in Mt. lodges and Guest House during this trek are not heated so prepare to sleep in room without any heating system, thus the rooms gets colder at night.
Is electricity available during trek days?
Yes, every guest house has electricity. Electricity in the mountains mostly depends on the local hydro power station, and in case of these hydro has some technical issue, guest house has back up of solar system for electricity.
What is your guideline for packing to this trek to Everest Base Camp?
It is important to have correct clothing and equipment for safe trekking in Everest Base Camp. Here below, you will find our recommended list for packing to this trek.
Head: Sun hat or scarf, Light balaclava or warm fleece hat, Sunglasses with UV protection, and Lip balm
Upper Body: T- Shirts (2), Light and expedition weight thermal tops, Fleece jacket or pullover, Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional), Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Hands: Lightweight gloves
Lower Body: Underwear (3), Hiking shorts (2), Lightweight cotton long pants, Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms, Fleece or wool pants, Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric)
Feet: Thin, lightweight inner socks (3), Thick, warm wool hiking socks (2), Hiking boots with spare laces
Camp shoes (sneakers and/ or sandals)
Accessories: Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F, Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries, Small padlock or combination lock, Basic First Aid Kit, Large plastic bags- for keeping items dry inside trek bag
Daypack (you will carry your own small daypack), Water bottles (2), Hiking poles/ walking sticks
Toiletries: Soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothbrush etc., Earplugs, Small wash towel
Extras: Camera with extra batteries and cards/ film, Binoculars, Reading book |Trail Map/ Guide book
Journal & Pen, IPod & Travel games (i.e. cards, chess, and backgammon)
Reviews
Unforgettable trip!
Isis Lovo from USA
As a female traveling for the first time to Nepal choosing the right agency was critical. I want an agency who can provide answer for the hundred of questions I had, I wanted reliable people to take me into the mountains and be able to resolve all the unplanned problems that may arrive with the trek. Advanced Adventures Nepal was my answer. In doing my initial review I found this agency as one of the accredited agencies for the government to do treks, I also founded they have good review. I decided to email them with my concerns and questions related with the treks and they always responded to me. For several months I emailed with questions until I feel confident for the trek I was choosing, the itinerary, the hotel and more important to who I was paying my money.
My girlfriend and I went for the Three passes trek, with a city tour included in Kathmandu. We enjoyed our trip very much, our guide Ganesh and the sherpa Ganga were amazing. He was very knowledge, kind, patience and friendly. For the days that I was feeling sick or slow for the elevation he was there supporting us, filing a way to help us more, always smiling and made us feel we were and right hands. He accommodated the trek based in our needs and desires. He and our sherpa totally run the extra miles for us, and I can’t thank them enough.
Thank you Advanced Adventures Nepal for this unforgettable experience!!
An incredible team!
Han and Fey from Singapore
Keshav - Thank you for making our trip to Nepal so memorable by taking care of all of our needs from start to finish. You were always available to us and even greeted us in person on the last day before we left for the airport.
Please convey our best wishes to our Guide Giri, who is an excellent and responsible guide. When my wife became ill with high altitude sickness and ran out of oxygen, he took excellent care of us. He came to our room every hour to see how my wife was doing. Aside from that, he patiently waits for us and guides us throughout the trek so that we can reach Everest base camp. He is deserving of a thumbs up.
Last but not least, Deep, our sherpa, goes above and beyond; he always finishes carrying our luggage to the guesthouse earlier and yet, instead of waiting for us there, he chooses to come back to us and accompany us on our way to the guesthouse; he also offers to carry our backpacks together, so we can trek without a burden; this is truly amazing dedication.
Another thing worth mentioning is that when we needed a helicopter in an emergency, you effortlessly arranged it for us, and within 30 minutes, we were on the chopper to Lukla, and the next day, we were on the first plane to Kathmandu. We are very impressed with the effective communication between Giri, you, and all of the respective parties, and we are grateful that you and your team go above and beyond.
Thank you once more. Keshav, Giri, and Deep, you three made an incredible team.
Amazing EBC Trek! Kudos to Bale, Dill
Chris
Amazing EBC trek! Kudos to Bale, Dill
We went on an EBC hike for 12 days and was an amazing experience. We had the pleasure of awesome Bale, Dill and Raju who were our guide and porters respectively. Bale was extremely personable, always close by, diligent and always looking out for us making us feel safe and happy always. Our porters were awesome as well and you always feel their care for your trip. We also organized a helicopter after we ascended EBC and this was also organized easily for us. Look for Bale, Dill and Raju on your trip! Overall, great great experience!
Chris
Malaysia
Tej was my best Guide, Advanced Adventures is best company!
Brittainy Gebo
I was lucky to start out the 2018 new year with a bang doing the EBC tour with Advanced Adventures. It was an incredible journey.
From the moment we got to Nepal we were so well taken care of. We didn’t have to worry about anything as everything was sorted for us I.e transportation, accommodation, food.
I would highly recommend doing your tour with this company. Even higher, I recommend Tej Karki as your guide. He took such amazing care of us throughout the trek. He was not only a guide, he became a good friend. Guides definitely make or break the trip, and we definitely would not have made it to EBC and Kala Pathar without him. I can’t recommend Tej enough if you want a safe and unforgettable journey!
Brittainy Gebo
Sydney Australia
Chet and his team are highly professional! Everest Base Camp Trek - the life-changing journey!
Robert Liow
I did EBC on a private tour with one of my friends in December 2017. We chose Advanced Adventures because our friend couldn't recommend them enough! It turned out that they are everything our friend said and beyond! Chet and his team are highly professional! They met all our needs and all the last minute requests including the recommendation of local services, organisation of day tours in Kathmandu! We couldn't make it to Everest Base Camp & Kala Patthar without our guide, Tej Karki! He is very professional but also friendly, caring and attentive! He set the right paces for the hike, checked the water we drank and meals we ate to make sure that we wouldn't get AMS or/and food poisoning. I can't thank you guys enough! You made my trip one I will remember for the rest of my life!
Mr. Robert Liow
( Find Trip Advisor Review in this Link)
+6143 011 2809
Australia
Top notch! Totally professional, from management, to guides, to porters
Sakkar Azizuddin
Top notch! Totally professional, from management, to guides, to porters, to the locations preparing our food, to handing us our key to our to our room when we arrived, to serving us with two hands our meal. I can't praise this organization enough to give you a sense of how truly well-run it is. Their planning is excellent.
We were a group of 21 people. Chet got us on the first two flights to Lukla on the day we were to leave. Once there, Hom, our main guide, took over and was joined by 4 assistant guides who managed our group impeccably--one guide in the front with the faster hikers, one guide at the tail with us slower folks, and two guides spread in over the middle, with Hom appearing up or down the line as needed.
We were quite spread out. They kept a sharp eye on us all. I was pegged fairly early on the trip as someone of need. I have MS, am 71, and I randomly tip over. I lose my balance. Twice the assistant guide Kalu broke my fall before I landed. I didn't even know he was nearby--he appeared from nowhere. One of these saves occurred over a yak-pie. I was sooooo appreciative!
My friend Carol was wanting to use the internet late one night and went to the dining room for a connection. There sitting around a long table were Hom and all the porters having a meeting. Carol said this must have been about 11:00 p.m..
The afternoon we were to make it to Everest Base Camp, by noon out bags had arrived and we had already checked in to our rooms. One would think the porters would have the afternoon off, but nope. Hom instructed them to help us to the Base. A young porter asked if he could carry my pack for me. I obliged. He took also one of my hiking poles to carry, then took my free hand and glided me across the tops of the boulders and rocks, choosing the route just as he would go. It was great fun. We flew! I travelled at least twice as fast as I normally do. He has long legs and I was completely under his good control. It was a hoot!
We all found the Nepali people to be completely disarming, gentle and unassuming. It was never about them, and always about our safety. They would open up about themselves if we asked. We learned that many had walked two days to come for the job. There are no motorcycles or bicycles; just porters carrying goods of all sorts, yaks, something looking like a yak but not exactly one, and on our last day, we saw a few horses.
Hiking to Everest Base Camp is an amazing journey; I'm ready do do it all over again. It is so vertical! I totally recommend Advanced Adventures as tour guides; you will love them, you will love your trip!
Sakkar Azizuddin
Pat Jiwani
eajiwani@gmail.com
USA
The trek itself was amazing and we really enjoyed the challenge of the mountain climbs !
Mr. & Mrs. Denver & Kelly Parker
The trek itself was amazing and we really enjoyed the challenge of the mountain climbs !
Ever since I was a little girl, I have always dreamed of going to Mt Everest. I wanted to use a Nepal based tour group for my visit and found Advanced Adventures via Google. I found Chet had an excellent grasp on English and he was really easy to deal with. So my husband and I made our booking and started to train… I have to admit I was nervous about someone actually being there at the airport when we arrived in Kathmandu, rather than some rogue website! But all went to plan and we were greeted at the airport by our Guide and shortly thereafter met Chet Bhatta.
From the moment we were picked up at the airport, everything ran really smoothly and any last minute questions or concerns we had were quickly put at ease. We flew in on time to Lukla airport and started the great walk. The trek itself was amazing and we really enjoyed the challenge of the mountain climbs. We made sure we did as much training as we could fit in before we left and it paid off. Our guide was Eaklal and our Sherpa was Suresh. They were excellent to deal with and we very well looked after. Most days Suresh would beat us to the next teahouse and for the whole trip we never waited for than 5 minutes for our bags to arrive. Eaklal spoke English really well and they were both more than happy to spend some free time playing some awesome Nepal card games that they taught us.
We mostly struggled with the cold. We come from sunny Qld so the temperatures as low as -20 were a bit of a shell shock. Although we knew how cold it could be, we thought that the teahouses would have fireplaces burning part of the day and night… This is not the case. Rather, most had ‘pot bellied stoves’ that we saw would only be fired up mostly between 5pm and 9pm. This is due to the limited amount of fuel ie yak dung. So it was hard to get warm once you stopped walking for the day. But the amazing people, food and scenery far outweighed and concern about being cold.
The teahouses were pleasant and the food was actually really good. It was such a good feeling to get to base camp – a big tick off the bucket list!
We had amazing weather walking up to base camp but some cloudy/foggy weather for part of the trip down. We were lucky enough to hitch a ride back to Kathmandu via a helicopter – this was truly breathtaking flying over the Himalayas in a helicopter. And this did not cost us an extra cent. I am confident this only happened because of the good relationships and reputation that Advanced Adventures have.
We will certainly be recommending to our friends to make this amazing trip and to use Advanced Adventures.
A big thank you from Kelly and Denver Parker.
Mr. & Mrs. Denver & Kelly Parker
Email- kd.parker@bigpond.com
PO Box 706 Mackay QLD 4740 Australia
EBC Trek- March/April, 2014
We can say that booking a trek with Advanced Adventures was the best decision we ever made.
Mrs. Carole Lalandeā & Mr. Gaetan Martin- Canada
We can say that booking a trek with Advanced Adventures was the best decision we ever made.
We traveled in Nepal for the first time of our life, at 49 and 52 years old, on October 2013. Carole’s life dream was to trek to Everest Base Camp. So we looked up the internet and decided to book our trip with Advanced Adventures, a Nepal local company. We can say that it was the best decision we ever made. Chet, the executive director, was very patient and replied to all the e-mails and questions we had for him to prepare our trip.
When we arrived at the airport of Kathmandu, we were taken care of by the Advanced Adventures team. They came to get us at the airport to bring us at a very nice hotel. The meals were all included and we visited the city of Kathmandu the next day with a guide just for us. For dinner at night, Chet brought us to a restaurant for a welcome traditional meal.
But the real treat started on the second day. Our guide, Lok, came with us from the hotel to the airport to take the helicopter with us. We were lucky to have an helicopter instead of a plane he said. Probably we were lucky, but we found out during our trip that Advanced Adventures makes sure to give all the best to their clients. Our guide, Lok, was always taking care of us in all matters, from our security to our meals, teas, biscuits, lodges and we never had to pay anything more than the package we paid at the beginning. Our porter, Bisnu was also so wonderful to us. He would hurry to lodges with our heavy duffle bags, so he could come back to take our backpacks so we could climb more easily to our arrival point. We noticed during the trek that we were always getting a little more from Lok and Bisnu than other clients were getting from their guides. When we came back to Kathmandu, we had a party dinner and when we asked Chet if we could bring with some friends we made on the trek, he said: ‘’Of course they can come’’!!!
We were so spoiled from Advanced Adventures that we recommend them to everybody who want to make sure they will get the best out of a trek in the Himalayas.
Thank you again to Chet, Lok and Bisnu who helped us realized this wonderful trip and accomplishment to reach the Everest Base Camp. They certainly have a nice place in our hearths for life.
Mrs. Carole Lalande’ & Mr. Gaetan Martin- Canada
Everest Base Camp Trek at Oct- 2013
Mr. Gaetan Martin martin_gaetan@videotron.ca
Mrs. Carole Lalande’ carole_lalande@videotron.ca
WOW! What an experience for lifeā¦Thanks Advanced Adventures !
Joel Martin Aponte Suarez- Switzerland
WOW! What an experience for life…
I’m so happy and proud that I did this Trip with Advanced Adventures. My friends and family were telling me, if I am crazy doing this, after all that happened here. But believe me, it is so worth it. Traveling to Nepal is so safe, or even safer than before. The trek, the people, and the lodges everything was so amazing.
Thank you so many guys for making this journey so special.
Mr. Joel Martin Aponte Suarez
Kleinhueningeranlage 56, Basel, Switzerland 4057
Everest Base Camp Trek- Sep/ 2015
