15 Day Trek to the Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar

The Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu

Views on the EBC trek

Highlights

Challenge yourself with a trek to the Everest Base Camp

Trek up to Kala Patthar for different views of the Everest

Visit the Swayambhunath and Pashupatinath Temples on a Kathmandu city tour

Namche Bazaar, Lukla, Mount Everest

nature, trekking, camping

Group Tour

15 Days

Strenuous

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Description

Take on the challenging Everest Base Camp trek over a 13 day trek starting from Lukla. Pass through welcoming villages, alpine meadows, glaciers and steep gradients to reach EBC and Kala Patthar where one can enjoy panoramic views of the Everest. The trip starts and ends at Kathmandu, with a city tour to see it UNESCO world heritage sites.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu
- Arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), Kathmandu.
- Orientation program in the evening.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing
- Full day sightseeing in the Kathmandu Valley.
- Explore the Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Bauddhanath (Buddha stupa), Pashupatinath Temple and the Patan Durbar Squire.
Overnight at hotel
Kathmandu – Lukla Flight (40-45 min) & Lukla – Phakding Trek (866ft., 2640m.): 3 - 4 hours
- Meet the Sherpa guides and porters before heading off towards Phakding. The journey passes through Dudh Koshi (“Milk River”).
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) (6 hrs.)
- Trek to Namche Bazaar, which is the main administrative and trading center for the Khumbu region. With magnificent forests of blue pine, fir, juniper, and rhododendron as well as the first view of Everest, it builds up anticipation for a thrilling journey.
Day 5: Acclimatisation; Hike to Khumjung (5 hrs.)
- The acclimatisation is best done with a hike to the valley of Bhote Koshi River (“River from Tibet”).
Overnight at guesthouse.
Day 6: Trek to Tengboche (3860m) (5 hrs.)
- The trek from Namche to Tengboche is unbelievably stunning. Far below is the Dudh Koshi and Thamserku.
Day 7: Trek to Dingboche (4410m) (5 hrs.)
- Trek to Dingboche and enjoy the scenic views of Ama Dablam. It is the only place in the region where barley is produced. Tame pheasants are regularly seen in this area.
Day 8: Acclimatisation
- Enjoy some time away from the trek to adjust to the higher altitude. Enjoy the scenery and prepare for the next day.
Day 9: Trek to Lobuche (4910m) (5 hrs.)
- The ascent towards the Everest Base Camp continues through Alpine meadows and summer yak pastures towards the end of the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. From here, it is a steep, tough climb towards the village of Gorak Shep.
- Continue the trek towards Lobuche, where the view is straight towards Nuptse and the sunset is truly magnificent.
Day 10: Trek to the Everest Base Camp (5365 meters)
- The higher altitude makes this day's trekking quite challenging. The Changri Glacier looms ahead as the trek heads for Gorakshep. Relax and get adjusted to the altitude before the attempt to reach Everest Base Camp.
- Return to Gorak Shep. (8 hours.)
Overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 11: Hike up to Kalapatthar (5550 meters)
- Try to see a different view of Everest today, with a trek up to Kala Pattar. Known to have the best views of Everest, this is a challenging trek, but worth it on a clear day.
- Begin the descent from Kalapatthar, heading for Pheriche. This is not the most challenging of hikes, but the altitude can make the many uphill sections below Gorakshep seem tough. Stop to look around; the views are quite spectacular.
Day 12:Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters) (6 hours.)
- Trek back to Namche Bazaar which takes us around 6 hours. Enjoy the surroundings and meet local people.
Day 13: Trek to Lukla, (7 hrs.)
- The final day of the trek returns back to Lukla. Relax after the rigorous adventure and reflect on the challenges just undertaken.
Day 14: Fly back to Kathmandu (1340m) 30 - minutes. Overnight at hotel. B.B (Breakfast , )
- Take the short flight back to Kathmandu, where the rest of the day is free for shopping, sightseeing, or relaxing in one of the many rooftop cafes.
Day 15: Farewell
- Transfer to the airport for your homeward journey.

What's Included

Airport pick up and departure and all ground transportation during trips.

Hotel in Kathmandu (two or three star category in twin sharing bed with breakfast)

Kathmandu sightseeing with city tour guide

Accommodation in lodge and full board meals during the trek

Govt. trained guide and necessary no. of porters with their insurance, salary and meals

All fees for TIMS card and Trekking Permit

Domestic Flight according to Itinerary

Sleeping bag, Down jacket & necessary equipment during the trek

One cultural show and dinner program

What's Excluded

International Flight ticket & your personal expenses

Major meals in cities. Cold & alcoholic drinks

Battery re-charge, laundry charge etc.

Tips to guide and porter and your insurance

Know Before You Go

Trekking Group Size

We organize trekking in Everest region for any number of people. If the group consists of more than 16 pax, we will split the group and arrange accordingly. We will assign one trek leader, one assistant leader for the group of four pax and porters (one porter between two members ) to carry members luggage. This arrangement ensures that the group can still go ahead as scheduled itinerary despite any member gets sick on the way in the trekking.

Experience and Health Requirements

Everest sanctuary trekking starts moderate followed up by moderate trek and strenuous too. The trek is suitable for those who can hike for 6 – 8 hours a day. Obviously hiking in the high altitude will not be so easy rather physically more demanding, however, our itinerary is scheduled for the proper acclimatization while gradually gaining the altitude in the trekking. It will be advisable to have some walking and hiking or other outdoor activities for more than two weeks which will contribute to comfortable accomplishment in reaching Everest base camp. No technical skills or use of crampons are required for this trekking. It is highly recommended for the trekkers to consult with the doctors before coming for this trekking. Trekkers who have asthma, allergy or any other diseases related to hurt, lungs should take more precaution for this trekking.

Travel Insurance

Trekkers need to have traveling insurance which covers the comprehensive expenses that might incur due to medical issues or accidents (this includes air ambulance, helicopter rescue, and medical treatment costs). Insurance companies in Nepal do not provide travelling insurance for the foreigners and the trekkers need to get the travelling insurance from one of the international insurance companies. Sunrise Adventure Trek will have accident insurance for the trekking staff.

Accommodations

Accommodation in Kathmandu will be arranged on twin sharing basis on BB plan except the extra cost for the single supplement (depending on the room availability ) according to the choice of the standard of the hotels before and after the trekking. Accommodation during the trekking will be arranged at standard teahouses/ lodges with unheated rooms with wooden beds and foam mattresses on twin sharing basis. The trekkers will have to share washing and toilet facilities. If the trekker is a solo traveler, he/she will have to share a room with the trekker of the same sex.

Meals

Trekkers are provided three meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during Everest base camp trekking. They can enjoy wide variety of food from typical Nepali food, Sherpa food, Tibetan food to all types of international cuisine (Continental, Italian, and Indian.). Unlike other trekking companies, Sunrise Adventure Trek allows trekkers to choose the food from the menu at the hotel / lodges in the trek. When the group is too big for the hotels/ lodges to provide individual dishes, set menu will be arranged in most places. We use the lodges / hotels which serve hygienic, nutritious and good food for the trekkers for them to get enough energy for the hiking.

Acclimatization

Any trekker can get altitude sickness while trekking in the high altitude despite strong physically fitness. What is important is giving enough time for the proper acclimatization for the trekking. Sunrise Adventure Trek has planned the itinerary with gradual altitude gain giving enough time for acclimatization for the trekkers. Hiking slowly specially in the high altitude help prevent AMS ( Acute Mountain Sickness ). If anyone feels dizzy, suffer palpitation or severe headaches and loss of appetite, he / she will be moved to the lower altitude immediately or arrange the helicopter rescue in the severe case of AMS and the client has to pay for it.

Equipment and Packing List

A variety of clothing is necessary for the Everest base camp trek. While choosing the equipment trekkers need give emphasis on two simple aspects: Lightweight and Functional. The items should be lightweight, dependable, and adaptable to a variety of extreme weather conditions. The quality of the trekking equipment you choose has a lot to do with how warm, dry, and safe you will remain. For this reason you have to be critical of quality and the proper fit of clothing.

Clothing

T – shirts

Hiking shorts

Undergarments

Full sleeves shirts

Long light weight cotton pants

Fleece or wool pants (seasonal)

Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants.

Insulated pants / nylon windbreaker

Light and expedition weight thermal tops.

Fleece jacket or pullover

Waterproof shell jacket

Down jacket

Light warm fleece hat / woolen hat

Sun hat

Lightweight gloves.

Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer (seasonal).

Foot Wear

Hiking boots

Light and comfortable camp shoes

Thin, lightweight inner socks.

Thick, warm wool hiking socks

Accessories

Down Sleeping bag

Trekking bag / Duffle bag ( to carry for the porter )

Day pack ( to carry with the trekkers to put the things required during the day time )

Large plastic bags ( to keep items dry inside the trekking bag )

Water bottle

Head lamp with spare bulb and batteries

Trekking poles

Personal medicine box

Sunglasses with UV protection.

Books, dairy, pen, walkman and any other game instruments

Toiletries and Personal Hygiene

Quick drying small towel

Toothbrush / paste

Soap

Face and body moisturizer

Sun block for lips

Tissues / toilet rolls

Wet wipes

Feminine hygiene products

Anti bacterial hands wash

Trek Leader(s) and Staff

All our trek leaders are well experienced who have led trekking in Everest region for more than eight years. Their in-depth knowledge about culture, custom, the geological surroundings as well as their professionalism, sincerity, and their hospitality make your dream of successful trek a enjoyable, memorable event in your life. Although our trek leaders are not highly educated, they are well experienced, professionally trained and possess good leadership skills to operate the trip smoothly. Their smiling faces, loving and caring attitude will make your even a hard walking day a pleasant one. All trekking staff of Sunrise Adventure Trek are locally employed and have the adequate knowledge about culture, ecosystem, flora, fauna, geography, history and the safety measures in running the trips. Their attitude and the efforts will be always concentrated on the less impact of the trekkers to the local culture, custom, nature and the eco system.

Porter Care

We are strongly committed to the porters rights. We make sure that they are well paid and have the proper clothing, foot ware and shelter. We are aware that no porter should be asked to carry a load that is too heavy for their physical abilities and the weight limit should be adjusted for altitude, weather and trail condition. We request our members not to have more than 15 kg weight of luggage to give to the porters. Porters who become sick while in the trekking are treated with high priority just like the other trekking staff or the members. If needed, helicopter is sent and rescued in case of severe condition of sickness or accident. All porters are insured for sickness and accident.

Season

Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Everest region are Spring (March – May) and Autumn (mid Sept. – mid Dec. ). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.

Meeting Point

Kathmandu, Nepal

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.

15 Day Trek to the Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar

Highlights

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Description

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu

Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing

Kathmandu – Lukla Flight (40-45 min) & Lukla – Phakding Trek (866ft., 2640m.): 3 - 4 hours

Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) (6 hrs.)

Day 5: Acclimatisation; Hike to Khumjung (5 hrs.)

Day 6: Trek to Tengboche (3860m) (5 hrs.)

Day 7: Trek to Dingboche (4410m) (5 hrs.)

Day 8: Acclimatisation

Day 9: Trek to Lobuche (4910m) (5 hrs.)

Day 10: Trek to the Everest Base Camp (5365 meters)

Day 11: Hike up to Kalapatthar (5550 meters)

Day 12:Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters) (6 hours.)

Day 13: Trek to Lukla, (7 hrs.)

Day 14: Fly back to Kathmandu (1340m) 30 - minutes. Overnight at hotel. B.B (Breakfast , )

Day 15: Farewell

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15 Day Trek to the Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar

Highlights

Languages

Description

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu

Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing

Kathmandu – Lukla Flight (40-45 min) & Lukla – Phakding Trek (866ft., 2640m.): 3 - 4 hours

Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) (6 hrs.)

Day 5: Acclimatisation; Hike to Khumjung (5 hrs.)

Day 6: Trek to Tengboche (3860m) (5 hrs.)

Day 7: Trek to Dingboche (4410m) (5 hrs.)

Day 8: Acclimatisation

Day 9: Trek to Lobuche (4910m) (5 hrs.)

Day 10: Trek to the Everest Base Camp (5365 meters)

Day 11: Hike up to Kalapatthar (5550 meters)

Day 12:Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters) (6 hours.)

Day 13: Trek to Lukla, (7 hrs.)

Day 14: Fly back to Kathmandu (1340m) 30 - minutes. Overnight at hotel. B.B (Breakfast , )

Day 15: Farewell

What's Included

What's Excluded

Know Before You Go

Meeting Point

Cancellation Policy

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Price On Request

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