Everest Base Camp Trek, Fixed Departure Date for 2023/2024
Hike in the Sagarmatha National Park and follow a winding trail through lush forests & picturesque villages to Everest base camp (5,364 m). Get to low-key experience the mountain lifestyle and have intimate interactions with Sherpas. Escape in the Himalayas, unwind, and rejuvenate your soul on our 14 days of Everest base camp trekking. An adventurous journey amidst towering mountains and deep river valleys.
Everest base camp trek is one of the most famous bucket-list ventures that explores the northeastern Himalayas in Nepal. You trek to the lap of Mt. Everest (8,849 m), the highest mountain in the world, with an expert mountain guide & a porter. In the course of trekking, you'll be witnessing numerous other stunning mountains like Lhotse (8,516 m), Nuptse (7,816 m), Ama Dablam (6,812 m), Thamserku (6,608 m), Pumori (7,161 m), Makalu (8,463 m), etc. The Everest base camp trekking route also offers diverse breathtaking landscapes.
Everest base camp trek is a lodge trek. The accommodation along the trail is decent. You get to sleep comfortably in a twin shared room. The services are limited but good enough to make the trek pleasant. Likewise, talking about the climate and vegetation, in the peak trekking seasons (spring & autumn), the trail is packed with seasonal flowers & the climate remains moderate. You'll enjoy crystal clear views during the Everest base camp trek in spring/autumn.
The Everest base camp trek route leads up to Kala Patthar (5,644 m). Located above Gorak Shep (5,164 m), it is the highest point of this trek. Kala Patthar is a viewpoint from where you can see mountain cliffs above the clouds all around you. This place is famous for its gorgeous sunrise too. One of the very interesting aspects of EBC trekking is the cultural heritage of the locals. The ancient monasteries, stupas, chortens, prayer wheels, prayer flags, etc add the essence of divinity to the journey.
Why should you do Everest base camp trekking?
- If you are planning to trek in the Himalayas, you should definitely keep the Everest base camp trek as your top option. Unlike other trekking routes, the Everest base camp trail has all the tourist infrastructure that makes it very approachable. You can customize the itinerary as per your with us. We have a wide range of Everest trekking packages available.
- You have the option to extend your Everest base camp trek to other hidden corners of the Khumbu region, like Gokyo Lakes, high mountain passes, etc. Similarly, you can combine a helicopter return at the end of the trek.
- You can do budget-friendly or a luxury trek as per your budget.
- Variety of food options. ATM in Namche Bazaar. Lots of tea shops along the trail.
- A bustling trekking route where you can see people from all corners of the world.
- Not many people realize this, but the Everest base camp trek has a lot of health benefits too. Usually, we see trekkers losing 3 to 5 kgs at the end of the trek. They say their mind & body feels light.
History of Everest Base Camp
On May 29, 1953, Sir Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and Tenzing Norgay, a Sherpa of Nepal, became the first climbers to successfully conquered the summit of Mount Everest. They started their ascent from a camp located near the Khumbu Icefall, which is now known as the Everest Base Camp. After the successful ascent of Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, Everest Base Camp became an important starting point for the climbers. Over time, the facilities and infrastructure at the base camp improved to accommodate climbers, support staff, and researchers. This led to a greater number of climbers and trekkers with the help of assistance of the sherpas and professional guides. Everest Base Camp remains a popular destination for climbers, trekkers, and adventure lovers who wish to experience the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas and witness the iconic Mount Everest. Today, Everest Base Camp Trek is on top of every trekker’s list of ‘must do’ trekking routes.
Everest Base Camp Trek During Spring season
The spring season in Nepal falls during month of March-May. The months of Spring season are considered as the best time for the Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal. During this season the weather is favorably stable with moderate temperature. The average temperature in spring during daytime ranges from 15°C- 20°C. Along with the perfect weather conditions, the new blooming of colorful rhododendron flowers in spring add plus point to the trek. It is very enjoyable to do the 14 days Everest base camp hike in spring season with the stable weather, perfect visibility, beautiful scenery and colorful flowers.
Everest Base Camp Trek during Monsoon season
The monsoon season in Nepal falls during months of June-Aug. the monsoon season is not much preferable time for the Everest base camp trek. The 14 days Everest base camp hike during monsoon season comes with challenges. During this season, the region experiences frequent and heavy rainfall. The temperature during this season ranges from 16°C-20°C. The trails can be slippery and muddy which make the trek a bit more difficult. The risks of landslides, avalanches and rockfalls also increases during this time of year. There might also be chances of flights getting delayed or canceled in this season.
Everest Base Camp Trek during Autumn season
The autumn season in Nepal fall during the months of Sept-Nov. Autumn is the peak season for the Everest base camp trekking. The weather condition during this season is stable, the temperature is moderate and the sky is clear. The days are sunny and the nights are chilly. The average daytime temperatures range from 10°C to 20°C. The trekking trails and the teahouses are crowded during this season. You would also meet many other trekkers from different part of the world. This season will offer you the best trekking experience in Everest region.
Everest Base Camp Trek during Winter season
The winter season in Nepal falls during the months from Dec-Feb. during the winter season the weather is extremely cold and the Everest region experiences heavy snowfalls. Due to the temperature below freezing point in the Everest Base Camp, it is hard for the trekkers to do the trek. The temperature during the daytime drops to -10°-20°C and the nights are even more cold during night. The heavy snowfalls might block the trails. The poor visibility and cloudy sky may delay the flights. However if you want to do the trek in winter season you would love the beautiful scenery of snowcapped mountains and peaceful trekking trails.
Important Notes for Everest Base Camp Trek
- During the peak trekking seasons like spring (march-May) and autumn (Sept-Nov) the flights to the Everest region takes the departure from Ramechaap airport due to the overcrowded condition at the Kathmandu airport.
- Trekkers need to submit a copy of their passport at the booking stage, as we require this for domestic flight booking.
- Sometimes the flight can be delayed or canceled due to the sudden weather changes. So, Welcome Nepal Treks suggest you to build at least 3 nights contingency plan and not to book your international flights early as it will cause problems.
- We advise the trekkers to pack their bags lightly as Porters can carry about 20 kg only.
- The clothes should be packed according to the particular season.
- For the additional services like: laundry, water, hot showers, etc. you need to pay on your own.
- If you want to return back to Kathmandu from the Everest base camp trek by helicopter, you will be charged with extra costs around 900$-1000$.
Trip facts of Everest Base Camp Trek
- The trek is located in the Sagarmatha National Park in Nepal. It starts from Lukla and takes you to the Everest Base Camp at an altitude of 5,364 meters.
- The Lukla airport also known as Tenzing Hillary airport is one of the most dangerous airports in the world.
- There are two Base Camps of Mount Everest. The South Base Camp is in Nepal at an altitude of 5,364 m and the North Base Camp is in Tibet, China, at an altitude of 5,150 m.
- Gorakshep is the highest human settlement in the world at an elevation of 5164m, near the Everest base camp.
- Kalapatthar (5,545m) is the highest point of the trek that offers excellent views of the Himalayas.
- You cannot see Mount Everest from the Everest base camp itself.
Major Highlights of Everest Base Camp Trekking
Flight to Lukla Airport
The Lukla airport is one of the highest and the most dangerous airports in the world. The 14 days Everest base camp trek starts with a thrilling and scenic mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. The flight offers the beautiful scenery of the mountains, valleys, rivers, etc. Trekkers will be thrilled by the landing experience in the Lukla airport which is at an elevation of 2,860 meters.
Everest Base Camp
One of the major highlights of the Everest base camp trek is the base camp of the worlds highest peak, Mt. Everest. Everest Base Camp lies at an altitude of 5,364 meters above sea level. Everest Base Camp is the point from where the ascent of Mt. Everest starts. Standing at the base of the world's highest mountain is a truly awe-inspiring experience.
Tengboche Monastery
Tengboche Monastery, located at an altitude of 3,867 meters is one of the most significant monasteries in the Everest region. It offers a glimpse into Buddhist culture and is surrounded by breathtaking mountain. Tengboche monastery offers a 360° panorama of mountains which include views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, etc.
Kalapatthar
Kalapatthar is one of the beautiful viewpoints of Everest base camp trekking. It is also known as the highest point of the Everest region trek which is located at an altitude of 5,545 meters. The viewpoint offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the surrounding Himalayan peaks, including the iconic Mount Everest (Sagarmatha). Travelers can enjoy the mesmerizing views and take amazing pictures and create a lifetime memory at the Kalapatthar. You can also witness the most beautiful and aesthetic sunrise over the Himalayas from the Kalapatthar.
Khumbu Glacier
The Khumbu glacier is the biggest glacier in Nepal, which is in the Khumbu region. It is also known as the world’s highest glacier consisting of large icefalls & starts from the Everest base camp. Khumbu Glacier can be seen from the world's highest peak Mt-Everest Base Camp as well as from Kalapatthar. The mesmerizing Khumbu glacier adds beauty to the Everest base camp trek.
Arrival Day in Nepal for Everest Base Camp Trek
If you book the 14 days Everest base camp Trek Package with Welcome Nepal Treks, our team will be waiting for you at the airport on the day of your arrival. Our team will have your name plate and welcome you with Khaada (Shawl) and take you comfortably to the hotel on a private vehicle.
Risks During Everest Base Camp Trek:
Altitude sickness: Altitude sickness is a very common risk while doing the Everest base camp trek as you will be ascending to high altitudes. While ascending to the higher altitudes the oxygen level decreases which leads to the symptoms of Altitude Sickness. The symptoms of altitude sickness are: headache, fatigue, dizziness, difficulty sleeping, loss of appetite, and shortness of breath, etc.
Unpredictable weather conditions: The weather at the higher altitudes during the Everest base camp trek is unpredictable. The weather can change unexpectedly with the heavy rainfalls, extremely cold weather, strong wind and heavy snow falls. Especially, during winter and monsoon seasons the weather is harsh on Everest base camp trek. The sudden weather changes and bad weather conditions may risk the trekker’s health.
Avalanches and landslides: The trekkers should be well aware of possibilities of natural disasters like: avalanches and landslides during the Everest base camp hike. Due to unstable weather like heavy rainfall might cause landslides and heavy snowfalls might cause avalanches. This natural disaster may cause injuries to the trekkers.
Carelessness: The carelessness of the trekkers during the trek also causes the risks in the Everest base camp trek. carelessness or negligence can have serious consequences. Trekkers need to be aware of the risks and follow the guidelines and instructions during the trek.
How much does it cost to do the Everest base camp trek?
The cost of the Everest Base Camp trek can vary depending on various factors such as the type of accommodation chosen, the level of service, and the number of people in your group. Welcome Nepal treks offers the 14 days Everest base camp trekking package at the very reasonable price with the best services. We offer this thrilling adventurous trekking package starting from US$ 1300 per person. The cost includes all the transportation fees during the trek and everything mentioned in the package with all meals.
Training for 14 days Everest base camp trekking
The 14 days Everest base camp trek is a long adventurous trekking journey. It is a moderately challenging trek. To accomplish the trek successfully you need to be physically fit and be in good health condition. For the Everest base camp trek, you can do some strength and flexibility-based exercises before the trek. You can also train yourself by doing cardiovascular exercises like: swimming, cycling, jogging, hiking before few weeks of the trek. Along with the physical training you should be prepared mentally as well. You need to understand and be aware of the challenges and the risks that you might face during the Everest base camp hiking. You should be mentally strong and develop a positive mindset.
ATM or Money Exchanges in Everest Base Camp Trek
Access to ATMs or money exchanges along the Everest Base Camp trek is very limited. ATMs can be found in Namche bazaar and Lukla. However, it is not recommended to rely on finding money exchange services during the Everest base camp trek. We recommend trekkers to exchange money in Kathmandu before the trek as there are many money exchange centers in Kathmandu. It's essential to carry enough cash with you to cover your expenses throughout the trek.
Laundry during Everest Base Camp Trek
During the 14 days Everest base camp hiking you will rarely find the laundry services. There are few laundry services available in Lukla and Namche bazaar. For the laundry services they will take additional costs. After that you wouldn’t get laundry services at higher areas. However, you can buy hot water at teahouse lodges and wash your own clothes.
Distance and Time during Everest Base Camp Trek
The distance and the time required for the Everest base camp trek depends on the routes and the walking pace of the trekkers. It is a 14 days trek that covers 130 km round trip. Excluding the day of arrival and day of departure you will be doing the trek of 12 days which also includes space time for acclimatization. The trekkers will be walking at least 6-8 hours of a day.
Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter return
Returning back by the helicopter after finishing the trek to Everest Base Camp is an alternative option for those who prefer a quicker way back. Our company, Welcome Nepal Treks is flexible in customizing the itinerary as per your requirements. You can upgrade the Everest base camp trekking trip to helicopter return. From the Kalapatthar viewpoint, you can fly straight back in the helicopter by enjoying the incredible views of the mountains and the surroundings of the Everest region.
Group Joining Everest Base Camp Trek
If you are alone and want to share the trekking experiences with like-minded people then you can choose for group joining Everest base camp trek. Welcome Nepal Treks offers group joining Everest base camp trek. You will have an option to join a small group. Welcome Nepal treks will have fix departure dates and we will organize the group on our own. The Everest base camp group join trekking package allows you to enjoy the walk with different trekkers from different countries. The group trek offers an opportunity of maintain a friendly relation and helpful atmosphere throughout the trekking journey.
Private Everest Base Camp Trek
If you prefer a more personalized experience, you can book for a private Everest Base Camp trek. This allows you to have more flexibility in terms of itinerary, pace, and the level of services. Welcome Nepal treks arranges private Everest base camp. We will customize your itinerary for the private Everest base camp trek based on your preferences and help you design the trek that suits your needs.
Benefits of doing Everest base Camp Trek with Welcome Nepal Treks
- Free Pick up and drop from Airport-Hotel-Airport
- Arrangement of Trekking permits for the Everest Base Camp Trek
- Arrangement of accommodation and three-time meals in teahouse lodges during the trek
- We arrange some necessary trekking equipment like sleeping bags, Down jackets, trekking pole, etc. if you haven’t brought your own.
- Professional, well trained and friendly trekking guide provided
- Our team organize the Everest base camp trekking with full safety and security.
Everest Base Camp Trek booking and payment policies
When you confirmed the booking of the Everest Base Camp Trek with Welcome Nepal Treks, we need 20% payment of the total cost in advance. You can also pay the total cost payment in advance. We accept booking deposits through Credit Cards (Master Card or Visa and many more). Bank/credit card service charge should be paid by the clients themselves at the time of deposit. You can also pay direct cash on hand. The price mentioned in the site is real. We don’t have any hidden charges. We also accept your last-minute booking. For more understanding you can go to our site and see the terms and conditions. If you do not understand any of our terms and conditions, feel free to ask us. Our team will help you to understand all the important information at the time of booking.
Related trips in the Everest region
Besides the 14 days Everest base camp Trek here are some of the other treks to enjoy in the Everest region of Nepal:
- Short Everest base camp trek
- Everest three high pass trek
- Everest base camp trek by road without Lukla flight
- Everest base camp trek with return by helicopter
- Everest panorama view trekking
- Everest base camp trek via Gokyo lake and Cho La Pass
- Sherpa village trek
- Everest Rolwaling Trek
Trip extension after Everest Base Camp Trek
After finishing the long, adventurous and challenging Everest base camp trek you can do some other enjoyable tours in Nepal. If you have enough time and wish to extend your trip after the 14 Everest base camp trek then, there are several other options to enjoy your holiday in Nepal. You can do some other short hiking, cultural tours, city tours, flight tours, adventurous tours, etc.
Here are few popular trip extensions:
- Chitwan tour
- Pokhara tour
- UNESCO world heritage sites tour
- Nagarkot hike
- Mount Everest flight tour
- Trishuli river rafting, etc.
Departure Day of Everest Base Camp Trek
After finishing the Everest base camp trek, we serve the farewell dinner to our clients at a typical Nepalese restaurant before the day of your departure. And on the day of the departure back to your country, the team of Welcome Nepal Treks will pick you up from your hotel and drop you to the international airport and bid our last goodbyes.
Feedback after the 14 days Everest Base Camp Trek
After finishing your 14 days Everest Base Camp trekking trip, we would love to hear from you about how you enjoyed the trip and if there is anything we need to improve. We would love to receive any suggestions or feedback from the trek. You can also write your feedback and reviews about our company services and your trekking experience with us at the trip advisor. You can also learn the feedback and reviews of our company services written by many trekkers from different parts of the world.