Mani Rimdu Festival Special Trek - 18 Days
Trip Facts
Trip Overview
Everest trekking is not only famous for high mountains views and vistas it is also famous for festival trip, Everest Mani Rimdu festival is one of the most interesting High Himalayan Buddhist festivals observed every year, it is celebrating in Tengboche monastery it is an old Buddhist monastery located in Everest region of Nepal. In Tengboche the Mani Rimdu is performed usually between mid-October and mid-November, the date of the Mani Rimdu festival is fixed according to the Tibetan Lunar calendar and announces the Mani Rimdu festival dates by the head of Tyangboche (Tengboche) Monastery Lama. The Mani Rimdu is a colorful festival which is not only popular in Nepalese people, also lots of tourists visit in Nepal to see this colorful festival at Tengboche monastery each year with their family and friends.
Festival Dates is announced for 2024, and it falls from 15th, 16th, and 17th of November 2024 so please prepare yourself to come to this trip accordingly to the scheduled trip itinerary suggested below.
This Festival Has 3 Major Celebration Days:
First Day of Mani Rimbu Festival
Second Day Mani Rimbu Festival (Mask Dancing Day)
Ending Day of Festival (Blessing Day)
Witness three-day long a vibrant and authentic Sherpa Festival, Mani Rimdu. Plus experience the challenges trekkers get to enjoy a trek to Everest Base Camp.
Mani Rimdu Festival is the celebration of Buddhists victory over the ancient religion of animism, Bon. One of the major festivals of Khumbu, Mani Rimdu is celebrated by the Tibetan Buddhists of the region at the monasteries of Tengboche, Thami, and Chawing. Traditionally dressed monks wear luxuriant masks and perform the dramatic form of ritualistic dances, which manifest the victory. The biggest celebration of Khumbu, Mani Rimdu is fascinating spectacle to every western trekker. Trekkers during autumns and springs can jovially experience this highland celebration especially celebrated by the families of the guides they are trekking together with.
During the three day celebration, the first day of Mani Rimdu involves Lamas chanting religious prayers in the courtyards of the monasteries. The second day of the festival is very much lively. Hundreds of Sherpas living in Khumbu throng to the site to observe the Lamas dressed in colorful brocade gowns and enchantingly painted paper-mache masks and their intriguing dances. The Lamas perform serious and complex traditional dances whereas; two sequences of laughably comic dances during the event make second day of Mani Rimdu an important social occasion as well as equally entertaining sight. The final day of the festival is a grand gathering of Sherpas for the all-night Sherpa dance.
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 to Tengboche Mani Rimdu Festival
Altitude: 3870m/12694ft
Activities: 3-4 hrs trek
Activities: Observing the first day of Mani Rimdu(Wong)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today, the festival special trek has relatively lesser hours to walk. We will hike on the retracing trail arrive at Tengboche. At Tengboche, explore the neighborhood, which is just ready to rejoice the greatest festival of the region. Today is the full moon day of the tenth month of Tibetan Calendar and the beginning of Mani Rimdu Festival. On the first day of Mani Rimdu just after the holy Mandala out of colorful sand is made, the ceremony of Wong to empower the attendees to begin. Everyone attending the ceremony is offered the blessed pills (Mani Rilwu) and Tshreel , the sacred pills for long life. However, prior to the beginning of Wong, the Mandala Construction is done and the holy prayers are made. The sacred pills offered during the Wong are placed at the center of the Mandala so that they attain the blessing to empower those who eat them.
Day 12 In Tengboche Mani Rimdu Festival
Altitude: 3870m/12694ft
Activities: Observing the second day of Mani Rimdu -(Chham)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
On the second day of Mani Rimdu, the dance sequences are performed. The dance sequences during Chham include Ser-Kyem and Ghing-pa. Six dancers during Ser-Kyem representing Tantric magicians offer alcohol Lamas and different deities from silver chalices, and small tormas so that their blessings would lead them to Buddhahood. The servants of Guru Rinpoche, Ghing- two males carrying cymbals and two females carrying drums announce the arrival of Guru Rinpoche in the festival with their dance performance. Colorful masked dancers during Ser-Kyem and Ghing-pa and other dance sequences like Nga- Chhayma, Mi-Tsering, Rol-Chham, Thur-Dhag, Mi-Nak and Kang-wa among others are highlights on the second day of Mani Rimdu.
Day 13 In Tengboche Mani Rimdu Festival
Altitude: 3870m/12694ft
Activities: Observing last day of Mani Rimdu - (Jinsak)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
On the last day of Mani Rimdu, the Fire Puja aka Jinsak is an offering made to Fire God, Agni and to the Gods emded in the colorful mandala. The offering made assures the protection of the world from all possible harms, as per Buddhist beliefs. Later, the sand mandala in the temple is broke aprt, and the remains are offered to the serpent gods (Nagas), at the spring below the monastery. Today Mani Rimdu ends. Later in the evening, you can join a night-long party Sherpas enjoy.
Day 14 Trek from Tengboche to Monjo
Altitude: 2850m/9348ft
Activities: 4 to 5 hours walking
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
This morning, we will enjoy our visits to Tyangboche Monastery. Your day starts walking steep downhill through the Rhododendron forest. Once you get at the bottom of the hill, cross the bridge and climbing through the pine and juniper forest to the Namche Bazzar and continue down to Monjo for overnight stay.
Day 15 Trek from Monjo to Lukla
Altitude: (2800m/9184ft)
Activities: 5-6 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 16 Lukla- Kathmandu Flight (35 Min)
Altitude: 1350m/4428ft)
Activities: Flight (35 Min)
Meals Plan: Breakfast and 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 17 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!
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What's Included?
- Airport picks up/ transfer
- 3 star standard accommodation at Kathmandu with breakfast
- Welcome and Farewell dinner at one of the typical Nepalese restaurant- Traditional Dance & Music
- Everest Trekking permit/TIMS Card- Trekkers Security Card
- Kathmandu- Lukla- Kathmandu flight, airport tax and transfer
- Full bard of meals (breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during trekking
- Mt. accommodation on twin share- comfortable and clean
- One Advance Adventures Trek Leader ( Gov. Licensed, first aid and eco trained), required assistance leader as per the group size, their entire expenses, equipment and insurance
- Entire poterage cost- one porter for each two member in a group
- All the Gov and local taxes
- AA duffle bag and T- shirt
- Down jacket and sleeping bags
- Group medicine kit box
- High altitude chamber bag for trek safety(available on above 5 pax travelling)
- Departure transfer
What's Not Included ?
- Nepal Visa, in/out flight to Kathmandu
- Your meals at Kathmandu, except provided dinner and breakfast
- Entire beverages, mineral water, beer etc. while on trek
- Travel insurance(Must includes Helicopter evacuation and trip cancellation)
- Personal nature expenses
- Tips
- 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.
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Important Trip Notes & Activities
Pleased acknowledge that you are joining us for the adventure trip in remote Himalayan region, where weather conditions, health, and fitness of the member or unexpected natural disaster can compel us to change the itinerary and if so you have to understand it but we would try our best to keep the suggested itinerary as per the original schedule.
Your safety and satisfaction of the trip is our prime concern while traveling with us and we ensure you our best team, logistics, professional services to make sure that you would have an amazing trip of a lifetime with us. Also note that our trip leader deserved the final decision if the trip has to amend, change the route or cancel due to the extreme conditions for the safety precaution. However, he will try his best to ensure that the trip runs as according to the stated plan but be prepared for flexibility if necessary.
Experience & Fitness Required
This trip is not difficult. No previous trekking experienced is required but if you have, it is a great plus point. This trek is a non-technical walk. The highest height you would reach on this trip is 5545m from sea level. The walk involves lots of ups and downs, takes you through local villages, farming lands, terraces, and riverside but as long as you have strength of walking for 4 to 6 hours a day, you are qualified for the trek however you should be having a moderate health and fitness.
We strongly suggest travelers consult with your medical doctor before traveling and do the regular checkup of your health and report us while booking a trip with us.
A part of the health and fitness, a participant must be having a positive attitude and strong determination for the successful trip.
Passport & Visa Information
Nepal Visa is the easiest visa to obtain; you may buy your Nepal visa at your nearest Nepalese Embassy/ Consulate or Mission offices abroad or buy this upon on arrival to Kathmandu international airport as per your convenient. You have to have 2 passport size photographs, Visa fees in US cash & valid passport at least for 6 months valid at the starting of the trip.
Nationals of SAARC countries and China do not need a visa when visiting Nepal. As per this rule, Indian nationals do not require visa.
Transit visa is provided for foreign nationality for 3 days. Visa must be obtained for staying over the initial period of three days. Currently, foreign national can obtain Nepalese visa from the following border.
• Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
• Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal)
• Birganj, Parsa (Central Nepal)
• Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border)
• Belhiya, Bhairahawa (Rupandehi, Western Nepal)
• Jamuna, Nepalgunj (Banke, Mid Western Nepal)
• Mohana, Dhangadhi (Kailali, Far Western Nepal)
• Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur, Far Western Nepal)
Tourist Visa Fees: 3 days transit visa - Free of Cost
Multiple entry 15 days - US$ 30 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 30 days - US$ 50 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 90 days - US$ 125 or equivalent convertible currency
(For further information, please, contact Department of Immigration, Maitighar, Impact Building, Kathmandu, and Tel: 00977-1-4221996 / 4223590 / 4222453,
Download visa form-: www.nepalimmigration.gov.np
Group Size
In this Everest Base Camp Trek, the minimum group size would be two and maximum group size is ten or more on request. We can also organize a private trip to solo person with 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.
Our Guides, Trip & Safety:
Because these hikes take you on the remote Himalayan region, it is very essential that you are accompanied with the very experienced and qualified & equipped leader for the safe and successful trip. We Advanced Adventure employee the local trek guide and staff who are trained and qualified for the trip we worked on. Our guides are trained and licensed from Nepal Gov, certify from TAAN & Nepal Mountaineering Association. All of our leading Trekking and Climbing Guide are experience from last 8 to 10 years. We have trained them especially for your trip, to cater the flexible needs of our peoples in the group joining from different countries, this double assure you that your trip is at the right and professional hands.
At every trip, there would be our one Trek leader and one assistance leader on each additional 2 peoples on the trek- this arrangement would ensure that even if any of our guide/ assistance guides get sick or if any travelers get sick and need to be back or delay the days of walking, it would still work smoothly and there would not be any impact on our original trek plan. Also, every two trekkers would have one Sherpa helper for carrying your trekking bags.
Meals and Accommodations:
While in Kathmandu, your accommodation is at standard hotels ( Attached Bath, A/C, 24 hours running hot/cold shower) similar of 2 to 3 star standard hotel and while in trek, your accommodation is at Mt. Lodge and local tea houses, they are clean and comfortable. Our entire accommodation is at twin share unless stated but single supplement accommodation is also available on personal request at the additional cost of US$- 200.
In the city, only breakfast is included on the offered trip itinerary but while in trek full board of meals is included (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, and Tea- Coffee). We provide you food from the local tea- house/ Mt. Lodge from en route. Breakfast and dinner are to be provided from the same tea- house/ guest house we would overnight but lunch would be en route in between.
Foods provided depend on the availability of the Mt. lodges we would be staying but in general, you can have Nepalese foods (Dal Bhat), Tibetan fried bread, various soups, Momo’s (steamed dumplings), potatoes, pasta and even a version of pizza! So, overall you have a different choice of food on trek.
(Upgrade hotel to 4 stars or 5 stars is possible in Kathmandu, please write us if you interested)
Trekking Seasons:
We do have two best seasons to attempt this trek to Everest Base Camp. As this trip is a big trip to 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, and November) - Excellent trails, clear blue skies, best visibility. Best Time to Trek
Winter Months: - (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.
Vaccination:
Vaccination is required to plan 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 travel to Nepal.
Caring Porter:
Our porter is fully equipped and insured for each trip they are undertaking with us. As you know that we are very sincere with the porter issues and their situation while on trek thus we make sure that our porter is fully prepared for the trip. We are closely working with International Porter Progress Association for the welfare and befit for the touristic porters.
The maximum load carried by our porter is 20 to 25 KG maximum so be sure that your trekking bag so not load more than 12 KG.
Communication facilities on this Trek:
These days, there are enough communication facilities on this trek, most of the local villages have local telephone booth phone thus if required, you can easily communicate with your friends and family, however, the cost is slightly expensive, 2 to 3 dlr per minute. Nowadays, during the clear days, reception of Nepalese cell phones is on throughout the trail, your guide will have a Cell phone on the trip.
At, Lukla & Namche, there are internet facilities available as well so if you need to get in touch with your business, family, and friends online, it is possible here, however, the cost of internet is pretty expensive- 1 USD for 15 Min.
Booking This Trip:
Once you would choose which trip you would like to book with us, write us with the information or phone us on our phone number for the trip booking confirmation. We have online trip booking option, you may go to that link, choose your trip and date and follow the instruction with the information required and submit us.
Once your trip booking request would be received, we would suggest you the final trip booking procedure with advance payment of the trip. A non-refundable deposit of 20% (per person) is required to confirm a place on your selected adventure.
Please do not hesitate to contact us in relation to any questions you may have regarding our trip booking Process. For additional information, you could contact us at sales@advadventures.com
Trip Overview
Everest trekking is not only famous for high mountains views and vistas it is also famous for festival trip, Everest Mani Rimdu festival is one of the most interesting High Himalayan Buddhist festivals observed every year, it is celebrating in Tengboche monastery it is an old Buddhist monastery located in Everest region of Nepal. In Tengboche the Mani Rimdu is performed usually between mid-October and mid-November, the date of the Mani Rimdu festival is fixed according to the Tibetan Lunar calendar and announces the Mani Rimdu festival dates by the head of Tyangboche (Tengboche) Monastery Lama. The Mani Rimdu is a colorful festival which is not only popular in Nepalese people, also lots of tourists visit in Nepal to see this colorful festival at Tengboche monastery each year with their family and friends.
Festival Dates is announced for 2024, and it falls from 15th, 16th, and 17th of November 2024 so please prepare yourself to come to this trip accordingly to the scheduled trip itinerary suggested below.
This Festival Has 3 Major Celebration Days:
First Day of Mani Rimbu Festival
Second Day Mani Rimbu Festival (Mask Dancing Day)
Ending Day of Festival (Blessing Day)
Witness three-day long a vibrant and authentic Sherpa Festival, Mani Rimdu. Plus experience the challenges trekkers get to enjoy a trek to Everest Base Camp.
Mani Rimdu Festival is the celebration of Buddhists victory over the ancient religion of animism, Bon. One of the major festivals of Khumbu, Mani Rimdu is celebrated by the Tibetan Buddhists of the region at the monasteries of Tengboche, Thami, and Chawing. Traditionally dressed monks wear luxuriant masks and perform the dramatic form of ritualistic dances, which manifest the victory. The biggest celebration of Khumbu, Mani Rimdu is fascinating spectacle to every western trekker. Trekkers during autumns and springs can jovially experience this highland celebration especially celebrated by the families of the guides they are trekking together with.
During the three day celebration, the first day of Mani Rimdu involves Lamas chanting religious prayers in the courtyards of the monasteries. The second day of the festival is very much lively. Hundreds of Sherpas living in Khumbu throng to the site to observe the Lamas dressed in colorful brocade gowns and enchantingly painted paper-mache masks and their intriguing dances. The Lamas perform serious and complex traditional dances whereas; two sequences of laughably comic dances during the event make second day of Mani Rimdu an important social occasion as well as equally entertaining sight. The final day of the festival is a grand gathering of Sherpas for the all-night Sherpa dance.
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 to Tengboche Mani Rimdu Festival
Altitude: 3870m/12694ft
Activities: 3-4 hrs trek
Activities: Observing the first day of Mani Rimdu(Wong)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today, the festival special trek has relatively lesser hours to walk. We will hike on the retracing trail arrive at Tengboche. At Tengboche, explore the neighborhood, which is just ready to rejoice the greatest festival of the region. Today is the full moon day of the tenth month of Tibetan Calendar and the beginning of Mani Rimdu Festival. On the first day of Mani Rimdu just after the holy Mandala out of colorful sand is made, the ceremony of Wong to empower the attendees to begin. Everyone attending the ceremony is offered the blessed pills (Mani Rilwu) and Tshreel , the sacred pills for long life. However, prior to the beginning of Wong, the Mandala Construction is done and the holy prayers are made. The sacred pills offered during the Wong are placed at the center of the Mandala so that they attain the blessing to empower those who eat them.
Day 12 In Tengboche Mani Rimdu Festival
Altitude: 3870m/12694ft
Activities: Observing the second day of Mani Rimdu -(Chham)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
On the second day of Mani Rimdu, the dance sequences are performed. The dance sequences during Chham include Ser-Kyem and Ghing-pa. Six dancers during Ser-Kyem representing Tantric magicians offer alcohol Lamas and different deities from silver chalices, and small tormas so that their blessings would lead them to Buddhahood. The servants of Guru Rinpoche, Ghing- two males carrying cymbals and two females carrying drums announce the arrival of Guru Rinpoche in the festival with their dance performance. Colorful masked dancers during Ser-Kyem and Ghing-pa and other dance sequences like Nga- Chhayma, Mi-Tsering, Rol-Chham, Thur-Dhag, Mi-Nak and Kang-wa among others are highlights on the second day of Mani Rimdu.
Day 13 In Tengboche Mani Rimdu Festival
Altitude: 3870m/12694ft
Activities: Observing last day of Mani Rimdu - (Jinsak)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
On the last day of Mani Rimdu, the Fire Puja aka Jinsak is an offering made to Fire God, Agni and to the Gods emded in the colorful mandala. The offering made assures the protection of the world from all possible harms, as per Buddhist beliefs. Later, the sand mandala in the temple is broke aprt, and the remains are offered to the serpent gods (Nagas), at the spring below the monastery. Today Mani Rimdu ends. Later in the evening, you can join a night-long party Sherpas enjoy.
Day 14 Trek from Tengboche to Monjo
Altitude: 2850m/9348ft
Activities: 4 to 5 hours walking
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
This morning, we will enjoy our visits to Tyangboche Monastery. Your day starts walking steep downhill through the Rhododendron forest. Once you get at the bottom of the hill, cross the bridge and climbing through the pine and juniper forest to the Namche Bazzar and continue down to Monjo for overnight stay.
Day 15 Trek from Monjo to Lukla
Altitude: (2800m/9184ft)
Activities: 5-6 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 16 Lukla- Kathmandu Flight (35 Min)
Altitude: 1350m/4428ft)
Activities: Flight (35 Min)
Meals Plan: Breakfast and 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 17 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!
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What's Included?
- Airport picks up/ transfer
- 3 star standard accommodation at Kathmandu with breakfast
- Welcome and Farewell dinner at one of the typical Nepalese restaurant- Traditional Dance & Music
- Everest Trekking permit/TIMS Card- Trekkers Security Card
- Kathmandu- Lukla- Kathmandu flight, airport tax and transfer
- Full bard of meals (breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during trekking
- Mt. accommodation on twin share- comfortable and clean
- One Advance Adventures Trek Leader ( Gov. Licensed, first aid and eco trained), required assistance leader as per the group size, their entire expenses, equipment and insurance
- Entire poterage cost- one porter for each two member in a group
- All the Gov and local taxes
- AA duffle bag and T- shirt
- Down jacket and sleeping bags
- Group medicine kit box
- High altitude chamber bag for trek safety(available on above 5 pax travelling)
- Departure transfer
What's Not Included ?
- Nepal Visa, in/out flight to Kathmandu
- Your meals at Kathmandu, except provided dinner and breakfast
- Entire beverages, mineral water, beer etc. while on trek
- Travel insurance(Must includes Helicopter evacuation and trip cancellation)
- Personal nature expenses
- Tips
- 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.
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Useful Information
Important Trip Notes & Activities
Pleased acknowledge that you are joining us for the adventure trip in remote Himalayan region, where weather conditions, health, and fitness of the member or unexpected natural disaster can compel us to change the itinerary and if so you have to understand it but we would try our best to keep the suggested itinerary as per the original schedule.
Your safety and satisfaction of the trip is our prime concern while traveling with us and we ensure you our best team, logistics, professional services to make sure that you would have an amazing trip of a lifetime with us. Also note that our trip leader deserved the final decision if the trip has to amend, change the route or cancel due to the extreme conditions for the safety precaution. However, he will try his best to ensure that the trip runs as according to the stated plan but be prepared for flexibility if necessary.
Experience & Fitness Required
This trip is not difficult. No previous trekking experienced is required but if you have, it is a great plus point. This trek is a non-technical walk. The highest height you would reach on this trip is 5545m from sea level. The walk involves lots of ups and downs, takes you through local villages, farming lands, terraces, and riverside but as long as you have strength of walking for 4 to 6 hours a day, you are qualified for the trek however you should be having a moderate health and fitness.
We strongly suggest travelers consult with your medical doctor before traveling and do the regular checkup of your health and report us while booking a trip with us.
A part of the health and fitness, a participant must be having a positive attitude and strong determination for the successful trip.
Passport & Visa Information
Nepal Visa is the easiest visa to obtain; you may buy your Nepal visa at your nearest Nepalese Embassy/ Consulate or Mission offices abroad or buy this upon on arrival to Kathmandu international airport as per your convenient. You have to have 2 passport size photographs, Visa fees in US cash & valid passport at least for 6 months valid at the starting of the trip.
Nationals of SAARC countries and China do not need a visa when visiting Nepal. As per this rule, Indian nationals do not require visa.
Transit visa is provided for foreign nationality for 3 days. Visa must be obtained for staying over the initial period of three days. Currently, foreign national can obtain Nepalese visa from the following border.
• Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
• Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal)
• Birganj, Parsa (Central Nepal)
• Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border)
• Belhiya, Bhairahawa (Rupandehi, Western Nepal)
• Jamuna, Nepalgunj (Banke, Mid Western Nepal)
• Mohana, Dhangadhi (Kailali, Far Western Nepal)
• Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur, Far Western Nepal)
Tourist Visa Fees: 3 days transit visa - Free of Cost
Multiple entry 15 days - US$ 30 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 30 days - US$ 50 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 90 days - US$ 125 or equivalent convertible currency
(For further information, please, contact Department of Immigration, Maitighar, Impact Building, Kathmandu, and Tel: 00977-1-4221996 / 4223590 / 4222453,
Download visa form-: www.nepalimmigration.gov.np
Group Size
In this Everest Base Camp Trek, the minimum group size would be two and maximum group size is ten or more on request. We can also organize a private trip to solo person with 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.
Our Guides, Trip & Safety:
Because these hikes take you on the remote Himalayan region, it is very essential that you are accompanied with the very experienced and qualified & equipped leader for the safe and successful trip. We Advanced Adventure employee the local trek guide and staff who are trained and qualified for the trip we worked on. Our guides are trained and licensed from Nepal Gov, certify from TAAN & Nepal Mountaineering Association. All of our leading Trekking and Climbing Guide are experience from last 8 to 10 years. We have trained them especially for your trip, to cater the flexible needs of our peoples in the group joining from different countries, this double assure you that your trip is at the right and professional hands.
At every trip, there would be our one Trek leader and one assistance leader on each additional 2 peoples on the trek- this arrangement would ensure that even if any of our guide/ assistance guides get sick or if any travelers get sick and need to be back or delay the days of walking, it would still work smoothly and there would not be any impact on our original trek plan. Also, every two trekkers would have one Sherpa helper for carrying your trekking bags.
Meals and Accommodations:
While in Kathmandu, your accommodation is at standard hotels ( Attached Bath, A/C, 24 hours running hot/cold shower) similar of 2 to 3 star standard hotel and while in trek, your accommodation is at Mt. Lodge and local tea houses, they are clean and comfortable. Our entire accommodation is at twin share unless stated but single supplement accommodation is also available on personal request at the additional cost of US$- 200.
In the city, only breakfast is included on the offered trip itinerary but while in trek full board of meals is included (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, and Tea- Coffee). We provide you food from the local tea- house/ Mt. Lodge from en route. Breakfast and dinner are to be provided from the same tea- house/ guest house we would overnight but lunch would be en route in between.
Foods provided depend on the availability of the Mt. lodges we would be staying but in general, you can have Nepalese foods (Dal Bhat), Tibetan fried bread, various soups, Momo’s (steamed dumplings), potatoes, pasta and even a version of pizza! So, overall you have a different choice of food on trek.
(Upgrade hotel to 4 stars or 5 stars is possible in Kathmandu, please write us if you interested)
Trekking Seasons:
We do have two best seasons to attempt this trek to Everest Base Camp. As this trip is a big trip to 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, and November) - Excellent trails, clear blue skies, best visibility. Best Time to Trek
Winter Months: - (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.
Vaccination:
Vaccination is required to plan 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 travel to Nepal.
Caring Porter:
Our porter is fully equipped and insured for each trip they are undertaking with us. As you know that we are very sincere with the porter issues and their situation while on trek thus we make sure that our porter is fully prepared for the trip. We are closely working with International Porter Progress Association for the welfare and befit for the touristic porters.
The maximum load carried by our porter is 20 to 25 KG maximum so be sure that your trekking bag so not load more than 12 KG.
Communication facilities on this Trek:
These days, there are enough communication facilities on this trek, most of the local villages have local telephone booth phone thus if required, you can easily communicate with your friends and family, however, the cost is slightly expensive, 2 to 3 dlr per minute. Nowadays, during the clear days, reception of Nepalese cell phones is on throughout the trail, your guide will have a Cell phone on the trip.
At, Lukla & Namche, there are internet facilities available as well so if you need to get in touch with your business, family, and friends online, it is possible here, however, the cost of internet is pretty expensive- 1 USD for 15 Min.
Booking This Trip:
Once you would choose which trip you would like to book with us, write us with the information or phone us on our phone number for the trip booking confirmation. We have online trip booking option, you may go to that link, choose your trip and date and follow the instruction with the information required and submit us.
Once your trip booking request would be received, we would suggest you the final trip booking procedure with advance payment of the trip. A non-refundable deposit of 20% (per person) is required to confirm a place on your selected adventure.
Please do not hesitate to contact us in relation to any questions you may have regarding our trip booking Process. For additional information, you could contact us at sales@advadventures.com
