Everest Base Camp Trek

Yes! One of our airport representatives will be at the airport to welcome you. They will have a Nepal Hiking Team placard with your name underneath to help you find them. They will then take you to your hotel and help you check in.

Additionally, a representative will come to your hotel around three hours before your scheduled flight to ensure you make it to the airport on time.

You do not need to be vaccinated to go to Everest Base Camp in most cases. The risk of malaria in Nepal is low, especially in mountain regions, as malaria is only found below 1500m. However, we recommend that you consult with your doctor or a travel doctor before coming to Nepal.

However, as per the current travel guidelines, you must be vaccinated against covid-19 to travel to Nepal. For more information, click here.

Yes! We run several small group-joining treks with guaranteed departure dates, which means solo travelers are able to join with another group.

These tours are guaranteed, regardless of the number of travelers. We never ask our clients to change their travel dates due to an insufficient number of people on tour.

Of course! You have the option to travel with your friend or family, or you can also choose to travel with a group of strangers from around the world. When you contact us to plan your trip, we will make the appropriate arrangements as you would like. You also can choose your type of accommodation, activities, and destinations to explore. Our itineraries are very flexible, making it easy to add or remove days or activities based on your needs.

For groups of two or more people, there will be no surcharge, and for private trips, we can arrange departures at any time. This allows you to pick exactly when you will travel and partake in any activity.

If you are a solo traveler and looking for a private trip, there will be a surcharge of 250 USD added to the rate on our website.

You will spend nights in Kathmandu at a 3-star hotel. It will be located in Thamel, which is close to major business centers, banks, restaurants, shops, and recreational facilities. The rooms are clean, and comfortable, and have an en-suite bathroom. Breakfast is also complimentary.

Usually, we use Woodapple Hotel and Spa or other comparable hotels in Kathmandu. It is newly built on the outskirts of Thamel and offers excellent services and amenities to all guests.

You can easily extend your hotel stay in Kathmandu. It will cost between 45-and 50 USD per night, including breakfast.

Yes! If you would like you are able to upgrade to a luxury hotel in Kathmandu as there are several to choose from. We can provide options for you, or you can let us know what you prefer. Either way, we are here to make your stay as comfortable as possible.

During the trek, you will be staying at teahouses, which are run by Sherpa families. Teahouses are small lodges that offer food and accommodation for trekkers. Usually, they are an extension of family homes with rooms separated by thin plywood boards. A typical room has two beds on either side, with a small table in the middle. Beds are equipped with a mattress, pillow, and blanket; however, you may use your sleeping bag in addition to the blanket when it gets cold.

The dining room in a teahouse is usually a hub of activity and is a great place to socialize and meet other travelers. With a stove or heater in the middle of the room, it is usually the only room where you will find warmth.

Teahouses in Lukla, Phakding, and Namche, offer rooms with attached bathrooms, but beyond Namche, there are fewer facilities. High elevations expect most teahouses to have Asian (squatting) style toilets. We suggest that you keep an open mind and positive outlook, as this will help you enjoy your adventure.

Hot showers are available throughout the trek. Our package includes and private, free hot shower in Lukla, Phakding, and Namche.

At higher elevations, it will cost 300 to 500 NPR per shower.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided during the trek. All meals will be had at a local teahouse along the route. While the menu can be limited at higher elevations, most items served at teahouses are freshly prepared and healthy.

At breakfast time, you will have many options from cereal, oats, Tibetan bread, chappati, bread, hashbrowns, apple pie, and eggs in different styles. You will also have a choice of tea or coffee.

For lunch and dinner, there will always be traditional dal-bhat available. This consists of boiled rice, lentil soup, a couple of varieties of vegetable curry, pickles, salad, and pappad (a thin lentil cracker). With this meal, there are unlimited refills which means you can eat as much as you want – which is great after a long day of walking. However, there are plenty of other dishes available, including fried noodles (chowmein), Sherpa stew, steamed or fried momos (dumplings with vegetable or meat filling), pasta, pizza, paratha, burgers, and more.

If you are unable to have gluten, we suggest that you bring your snacks and ready-to-eat meals. Many items on the menus are not gluten free and it will become more difficult to find suitable food as you gain altitude.

Those who are vegan will be pleased to hear that the food available on the trek is suitable for your dietary needs. Meat is not readily available, and most of the dishes are prepared with locally sourced vegetables. While milk and yak cheese is very popular and common, it is not in many dishes and can easily be avoided.

For Drinking water, we suggest that you bring a sterilizing tool like a setri pen or LifeStraw to filter drinking water. You can also bring water purification tablets. Boiled drinking water is available for purchase from teahouses in addition to bottled mineral water. However, we try to avoid purchasing bottled water as empty plastic bottles have caused significant issues on the trail.

Additionally, mineral water gets very expensive in the mountains, rising to four or five times the original price due to high transportation costs.

Note: Drinking water is not included in our packages.

A normal day starts with breakfast at the teahouse. After enjoying your meal, you will take your daypack and begin walking with your guide to the next destination. There will be time on the walk to take photos and enjoy the spectacular scenery. Around the middle of the day, you will stop for lunch at a local teahouse for around an hour. After your break, you will get back onto the trail.

There will be staff at the front and back of the group to ensure that no one is left behind or gets lost. Be sure to inform your guide of your whereabouts, as it is easy to lose your way, especially when there are multiple trails. By the end of the day, you will have reached your destination, where you will stay overnight.

There will be time to rest, change your clothes or explore the village. Often, trekkers gather in the teahouse’s communal area to swap stories, play games, and enjoy the warmth from the woodstove.

After dinner, you will head to your room to get a good night’s rest.

Internet connection is readily available in the Everest Region. Most teahouses use Everest Link, a local internet service provider, and offer WiFi for an additional cost.

If you are looking to have mobile service on the trek, you can purchase a SIM card and data packs from Ncell, a private telecom company, or the state-owned Nepal Telecom (NTC).

While the connection is not always strong, this will allow you to make phone calls and use basic internet services while traveling in Nepal.

Acclimatization is essential for this trek as you will reach the altitude of 5,545 meters. There are two days allotted for acclimatization and rest. This is generally enough time for your body to adjust and get used to the higher altitude.

However, you should also ensure that you walk at a comfortable pace and not race to your destination. Being cautious about this will help reduce the risk of acute mountain sickness. You should also bring altitude sickness medication with you in case you do fall ill.

AMS symptoms include headache, shortness of breath, nausea, sleeplessness, rapid heart rate, and vomiting. If you have any symptoms, inform your guide immediately, as they will help to monitor your symptoms. You should also be sure to take the medication you brought and drink plenty of water.

If your symptoms persist or become more severe, you will be guided to a lower elevation until you feel okay. If you become seriously ill, you will be evacuated by air ambulance to a medical facility in Kathmandu. Due to the altitude of the trek, be sure that your insurance will cover the cost of high-altitude mountain rescue, as it is extremely important for your health.

To help reduce the risk of mountain sickness, you should work to stay hydrated and make sure that you are sleeping properly. Additionally, rhythmic breathing while trekking will help your body make sure it gets sufficient oxygen. Keeping and even pace and taking breaks will also keep you feeling healthy.

Our safety protocol takes altitude sickness very seriously. Your guide will regularly monitor your blood oxygen levels with an oximeter. They will also have a first-aid kit with all essential medicines and anything else that may be needed in an emergency. Our guides are trained in providing first-aid and wilderness emergency response for your safety.

In case of emergency, the office in Kathmandu will be contacted to ensure help reaches you as soon as possible. Additionally, travel consultants at head office are regularly updated, so someone always knows where you are.

We cannot say exactly how much spending money you need for the trek, as it will depend on your spending habits. Most of the goods available on the Trail is pretty expensive compared to the main city area.

All of our trek packages include three meals per day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) on trekking days, so you will not be spending much on meals. However, trekkers will have to bear the cost of water, beverages, snacks, chocolates, etc. Many of our past trekkers have said NPR 2500-3000 will suffice each day plentifully during trekking days as a rough guide.

The credit card does accept credit cards or debit cards on the trek, but halfheartedly. Also, cards are accepted in some places only; mostly, some shops in Namche Bazaar accept credit cards, but not beyond that. Please note, it is easier if transactions are made using cash, but be warned, they will not take foreign currency; only local currencies are accepted.

Yes! You will be able to get laundry services in Namche Bazaar. Unfortunately, you won’t get this service in other parts of the trek. Once you walk past Namche, you will have to personally wash and tend your clothes in case it is really necessary to do so! However, we recommend you to bring an extra set of clothing as per necessity. If you do not have adequate time, we advise you to pack the dirty clothes separately and later give them to laundry services in Kathmandu.

Yes, you can charge your electronic gadgets during the trek. Please remember that post-Namche Bazaar, the region obtains its electricity through solar panels. The amount of electricity available to you will be dependent on the weather of the day. Besides, it will cost you an additional USD 2 to 3 per hour to charge your electronic gadgets.

In Nepal, we use three plug types — C, D, and M. The two round pins (type C) and three round pins in a triangle form (type D) are common in the country. The country particularly operates on a 50 Hz and 230 V supply voltage. Hence, it is safer to bring along a universal travel adapter for charging purposes.

Everest Base Camp Trek is a moderate trek, but it does not demand any technical skills. Having a prior trekking experience can be a huge benefit for you. But it is not essential.

Even trekkers without any experience can do the trek with proper training and preparation. Of course, it will be challenging for the first-timers. You’ll be walking for about six to seven hours every day on the trek. So, make sure you’re in good shape. We recommend you do strength endurance training, cardio workouts, and go hiking in your local hills before the trek.

One significant challenging factor of the Everest Base Camp Trek is the altitude. Since you’ll be scaling up to 5,545 meters, you must be careful to prevent altitude sickness. For this, our 16-days Everest Base Camp Trek offers ample time for acclimatization. This itinerary is designed to help all-level trekkers get a taste of the Everest experience.

The alternative option if the flight gets delayed is to get on another flight. But we must tell you that there are no flights to Lukla after midday due to the weather change. If the flight gets canceled due to bad weather, you shall have to take another flight the next day. As you may know, the weather is quite unpredictable, and it is essential to fly to Lukla only when the weather is clear and favorable. Another alternative option is to take a helicopter to Lukla if the flight is canceled, which costs approx. USD 500.00 on sharing basis.

The weight limit is 15 kg/33 lbs for the Lukla flight, including both your duffel pack (10kg/22 lbs) and a daypack (5kg/11lbs). If you exceed the weight limit, you will have to pay USD 2-5 for each extra kilo in the air terminal. We, therefore, suggest you pack as light a bag as possible.

Travel insurance is compulsory to do any treks in Nepal. But before you purchase your travel insurance, make sure you know the maximum altitude you will reach because insurance varies depending upon the elevation. You can get more information about the different types of travel insurance packages from your insurance company.

Most importantly, if you are trekking to an altitude above 5600m above sea level, make sure your travel insurance covers emergency helicopter evacuation, extra expenses due to health concerns, and trip cancellation charges.

Our guides are qualified to handle small, primary medical emergencies as they are first-aid trained. And in the case of an emergency, then they will manage the emergency evacuation in cooperation with the Kathmandu team so that patients can get medical attention as soon as possible. Our guides carry an oximeter with them to regularly check the blood’s oxygen level, a first-aid box for minor injuries, and Diamox to prevent altitude sickness.

If the illness is mild a trekker can continue onwards provided, they have rested and are feeling better. However, if you become seriously ill you will be evacuated to Kathmandu for proper medical attention.

All of our guides are certified by the Nepal Academy of Tourism and Hotel Management (NATHM) Nepal. They have years of experience working in tourism and trekking and know the trails well.

They also have exceptional knowledge of various mountain ranges, culture and mountain sickness.

Tipping is a great way to show that you appreciate the efforts your guides and porters have made in helping you reach your goal. As they are a part of making your trip successful, we do recommend tipping both your guide and porter. However, it is up to you to decide how much. You can make this decision based on your experience and the kind of service that you receive from our staff. As with all trekking companies, we request that you tip the field staff, as they work hard for your enjoyment.

Yes, you can in some situations, like on a private trip where we allow you to add a few extra days. However, if you are joining a group trek, it is not possible to add additional days.

You can book a trip directly through our website or send us an email. We require you to pay 20% of the total package as a non-refundable deposit, and this reserves your spot. We accept credit cards and bank transfers for your convivence. The remainder of the payment can be processed after you arrive in Kathmandu.

Please go through our three simple steps to book the trek:

1. Choose your departure date

On our website, look for the “Cost and Date” section. There you will find two tabs for small group journey and private journey. Select the type of trip you are looking for, and then you will see the available dates. Select the year and month from the drop-down menu to check the dates.

For group journey: You can select any dates from the drop-down menu to join group tours.

For personal journey: You can click on the private journey section and fill out the form to request your preferred travel date.

2. Complete the online reservation form

After you have selected the dates you want to travel, please click on the BOOK NOW button. After clicking the button, it will take you to a form that you must complete.

3. Pay the deposit by Card or Wire transfer.

After completing the form, you are required to make a non-refundable deposit of 20% of your trips total cost. You may pay with a credit card (click here) or wire transfer. Both mediums are safe and secure.

If you need to cancel your trip you will be refunded everything except for the booking deposit. The original deposit is used for the booking of services that you will need during your trip. Due to the fact that most service providers do not offer a cancellation policy, we are unable to refund this amount.

Here is the Link to our booking policy.

Yes, you can postpone your trek. We will postpone your trip at no additional cost to you. We do our best to be as flexible as possible as we know sometimes plans must change. If you do need to postpone your trek, please let us know at least two weeks before your trip departure date. This gives us time to make arrangements to ensure you can take your trip at a later date.

We strongly encourage you to postpone your trip rather than cancel it, as this allows you to avoid losing your deposit.

We accept last-minute bookings provided the package cost is paid in full, in cash. You will also need to give us a day to plan the logistics and book the required services.

You can call our sales team at our official contact number (+977 1 4389212) or send us a message via WhatsApp (+977 9851058678), or drop in at our office in Kathmandu to plan your trip.

Since 2009 we have been working hard to build a company that values its clients and provides the best services possible. We have a 99.99% success rate with all trips that we organize and many repeat clients. The quality of our service, the friendliness of our guides, and the helpfulness of our porters give every visitor a memorable experience and leave them wanting more.

We operate with transparency and honesty, which is a significant part of why clients enjoy our services and make us an ideal organizer for your adventure.

Additionally…

• We have a team of experienced and well-trained guides who are prepared for any situation that may arise
• Most of our guides are locals from Solu Khumbu or the Everest region. Being from that area, they have plenty to share about the region’s culture and traditions.
• We have exceptional relationships with teahouse owners along the route, and this ensures you will have some of the best rooms available.
• We also have a strong network of service providers, from hotels to airlines to ensure you have a seamless journey.
• Our sales team provides outstanding support and prompt communication before and during your trek to ensure everything goes according to plan.
• We ensure fair and transparent transactions with no hidden costs.
• All of our team members are genuinely warm and friendly and want you to have the best possible experience while in Nepal.