Everest Base Camp Short Trek

Summary

The most popular trekking trail in Nepal, the Everest Base Camp Trek offers a unique and an unforgettable experience. It lies between the ranges of the highest mountain in the world. The story of its fame dates back to 1953 when Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay made a successful expedition to the summit of Mt. Everest. Everest Base Camp is famous for its spectacular view of landscapes, glacial lakes, and foothills. A remarkable feature of this trek is the hospitality of the inhabitants- the Sherpa people. You also get to experience and learn about their beautiful settlements, culture, traditions, festivals, dances, and monasteries. Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most rewarding adventure trips in the Khumbu Himalayan Range. It is because it provides views of  Mt. Everest (8848 m), Mt. Lhotse (8516 m), Mt. Nuptse (7855 m), Mt. Pumori (7161m), Mt. Changtse (7550m), Mt. Lingtren (6679 m), Mt. Amadablam (6856 m), Mt. Thamserku (6723 m), Mt. Kantega (6685 m), Mt.Kusum Kanguru (6367 m), Mt.Kongde (6011 m), Mt. Khumbila (5761 m), Mt. Twitch peak (6367 m), Mt. Cholatse (6335 m), Island peak (6179 m), Lobuche peak (6145 m), Pokalde peak (5806 m), and Honku south peak (6119 m). The Everest Base Camp Trek route is rich in flora and fauna. It is difficult, but still possible to witness some exotic wildlife of this region. You might spot- musk deer, leopards, jackals, mountain Thar, and birds including Pheasant, and long tails birds.

Tour info

Duration
10 days
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Everest Base Camp trek is one of the most popular treks in Nepal. Glorious view of the mountains, picture perfect villages and wonderful people during the trek will make you cherish this trip for rest of your life. Everest Base Camp lies in Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO Natural Heritage site. The highest peak in the world- Mt. Everest alongside other mountains:  Lhotse, Cho Oyu and Nuptse are visible during this trip. The culture, lifestyle as well as faith of the Sherpa people is also something that you should look forward to witness during your trip. As long as you prepare well for the trek, there is absolutely no reason to think that you can’t complete the trek. Besides, if you are interested in the EBC trek, you can complete it in merely 10 days.

What’s included?

  • Round trip fair from Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu

  • Pick-up and drop-off from airport by a private vehicle

  • Food ( breakfast including a cup of tea/coffee, lunch, dinner) and accomodation during the trek

  • National Park permits and TIMS ( Trekkers’ Information Management System

  • An experienced guide with a government license and his food, accommodation, salary, insurance, flight, equipment and medicine.

  • All Nepalese government taxes.

  • Accommodation as per itinerary

  • Breakfast

  • Lunch

  • Dinner

  • Porter

  • International air fare

  • VISA fees for entry to Nepal

  • Personal expenses such as alcoholic drinks, tea ,coffee, shower , laundry

  • Accommodation and expenses in Kathmandu

  • Trekking equipment

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 10 days

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Himalayas On Foot - Day Tours

About operator:

Namaste and welcome you to this tiny but amazing country of Mt. Everest-the abode of earth. Nepal is the home of the eight highest mountains (out of 14) in the world above 8,000 meters, including the Mt. Everest, along with over 13,000 peaks above 6,000 meters. Therefore why, a large number of tourists visit every year, in order to see and explore the enchanting Himalayas.

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