Everest Base Camp Trekking
The Everest region is located in the northeast of Nepal. The 10-day walk through the middle hills of Solu to the higher altitudes of Khumbu to the base of Sagarmatha, or Mt. Everest, the world’s highest peak, is an opportunity to observe and participate in the daily life of the legendary Sherpa people. The prime attraction – the 8,848 m peak of Mt. Everest – lies in Sagarmatha National Park, which is also home to two other eight thousanders – Lhotse and Cho Oyu – besides several other prominent peaks above 6,000 m. designated as a World Heritage Site in 1979, much of the 1,148 sq. km park lies above 3,000 m. The park is composed of rugged terrain with deep gorges, glaciers and huge rocks. The vegetation in the park changes from pine, hemlock, fir, juniper, birch, rhododendron and shrubs to alpine plants and then to bare rock and snow. It is home to the ghoral, tahr, serow and musk deer as well as the impeyan pheasant, blood pheasant, red-billed chough and the yellow-billed chough.
Trip Profile:
Grade: Moderate to Demanding
Maximum elevation: 5,643 m/18,514 ft
Location: Eastern Nepal
Start: Lukla
Finish: Lukla
Distance: 130 km
Trek Style: Tea house/Camping
Restrictions: Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit and Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit
FAQs about Everest base camp trek
When Is The Best Time To Trek To Everest Base Camp?
The best time to trek Everest Base Camp would be during the pre-monsoon season (March, April, May) and the post-monsoon fall (September, October, November). Both these seasons have clear weather and the mountains present themselves undisturbed by fog and mist. It is very important to choose the right season for your Nepal holiday Trips.
What happens in case of an emergency?
There are limited medical facilities on the route, but our guides carry a full medical kit and are trained extensively on how to use it. We also carry portable altitude chambers, which are useful if someone is suffering from AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) but cannot be evacuated due to bad weather.
What is the accommodation like during trekking to EBC?
Ans: In Kathmandu: Generally, it depends on you, which standard hotel do you need to stay in, options are: Tourist standard hotel, 2 Star, 3 star, 4 star, 5 star. During Trek: You may accommodate in tea house or lodge.
What currency should I take?
Ans: Generally, you can bring USD or Euro or any other to the Kathmandu and exchange it in airport or other money exchange counter, however, you will not get exchange during trekking. So make sure that you have Nepalese currency with you during your trek. Also, some of banks are providing service that you can withdraw NPR from the ATM using your international master card.
Do I need fitness to trek?
Generally, Everest Base Camp trekking requires 7 hours walk per day in average, and you may carry small bag with 6-8 KG. Some acclimation is required and you can decide whether you are fit enough for trekking or not.