| Trip code | EBCLT-33 |
| Package name | Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek |
| Duration | 17 Days |
| Max. elevation | 5550 Meter |
| Level | MODERATE |
| Transportation | Standard private Vehicle, Domestic Flight Tickets |
| Accomodation | Five Star Deluxe Hotel in Kathmandu; best luxury standard hotel, Lodges, and Resort ( Yati Mountain Home (Luxury Lodge)) during the trek |
| Starts at | kathmandu |
| Ends at | kathmandu |
| Trip route | Kathmandu-Lukla-Phakding-Namche Bazaar-Tsenga-Pangboche-Tengboche Monastery-Dingboche-Lobuche-Everest base camp-Gorakshep-Kalapathar-Pangboche-Tsenga-Monjo-Lukla-Kathmandu |
| Cost | USD 2,695 per person |
Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek, most travelers around the world might not be unaware as they ponder Nepal. As a country of only high Himalayan peaks, its tallest mountain on earth draws more trekkers and adventurers. Makes Nepal one of the best adventure destinations, as the flow of visitors has increased along with many good lodges.
Where travelers can enjoy the high mountain scenery in the comfort of a nice cozy lodge. In harmony with the tremendous warm hospitality of the native of Everest the Sherpa. The famous highlanders, tribes of the Everest region, and the eastern Himalayas are interwoven with impressive Buddhist religion and culture.
Since the conquest of Mt. Everest in 1953, by legendary mountaineers Tenzing and Hillary. Then Nepal and Everest region became a more famous and renowned country for the world's highest mountain range. Over the last decade many good lodges, inns, and resorts have mushroomed as far and near Everest base camp.
Where trekkers can have various options as per their budget for treks to the Everest region and base camp. One can find from the simple, basic lodge, to standard or luxury accommodations on route Everest base camp and around.
Hiker Himalaya presents, exclusive Everest Luxury Trekking, for travelers with an interest in high class with homely comforts. This will be the right choice and opportunity for visitors, where one can enjoy walks while staying overnights in luxury mountain resorts.
The adventure begins with a tour of Kathmandu's famous world heritage sites, steeped with Hindu temples, Buddhist monasteries, and stupas.
Including the old magnificent Royal palace of past centuries and then getting familiar with Nepalese culture, ready for the trek. Starts with a super scenic short flight to Lukla, a popular town due to its small airport. The starting and ending points of various adventures around Khumbu within the high Everest region. A pleasant walk to begin with on a gradual path following lovely Sherpa villages, adorned with Buddhism monuments.
Then soon enter Sagarmatha National Park near Monjo village, the park which is listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the park within a cool shade of rhododendron, and pine forest with a slow climb to the famous and colorful Namche Bazaar.
A place with many facilities for travelers with all types of accommodations from simple lodges to Porsche hotels and resorts. Spending two nights at Namche to support acclimatization against high altitude symptoms known as AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness).
Which can occur, to anyone if one is not careful and not taking precautions. From Namche, after a relaxing and pleasant time walk takes you on a wide scenic trail with a climb above Tengboche Monastery. Located amidst beautiful woodland facing marvelous views of snow-capped peaks with Mt. Everest and Ama Dablam.
At Tengboche, with time for an interesting tour of the monastery, and then carry on with our mission. Heading towards high Mountain Wilderness to reach Everest base camp with lovely overnight stops at Pangboche and Dingboche. From Pangboche villages onwards, although the lodge is nice and comfortable due to freezing temperatures during night and morning time. Most toilets and baths are placed outside the lodge.
This makes good common sense as it was wont flush due to the cold and harsh climate. From the nice comfort of the lodge at Lobuche head towards our main goal and highlights to Everest base camp. The walk takes you on a climb over the moraine of rocks and boulders to reach Gorakshep. A small settlement with several lodges to stay in, at one time an earlier Everest base camp.
Before it was shifted further east of a few hour's walk to reach Expedition Everest base camp. Enjoy the success and achievement of a lifetime experience overlooking incredible views of giant peaks with Lhotse, and Nuptse. Close to Khumbu Ice-fall and glaciers, the base camp view of Mt. Everest is not impressive. Where next early morning climb takes you to the top of Kalapathar at 5,545 m, the highest point of the adventure.
From the high spot enjoy a stupendous panorama of the world's tallest peaks with the closest and clear views of Mt. Everest. After a rejoicing moment return journey back to Lukla, on an easy downhill route with a few short steep climbs.
Reach back at Namche and then onwards to Lukla for the next early flight to Kathmandu to conclude our fabulous adventure. Enjoy the overwhelming time and experience of Everest Luxury Trekking, in the comfort of a lovely lodge, with the warm unbelievable hospitality of native Sherpa.
The best time of year for trekking to Everest Base Camp is from March to April to May. Autumn September, October, and November are the best seasons. Winter in December, January, and February are ideal for stable and cold weather hiking, but you should prepare well for the cold.
We can also enjoy hot chocolate, a variety of bread, a variety of beverages, and snacks. Breakfast will be served from the menu of the tea house or lodge where we spent the night.
Lunch will be served on the way to our destination and dinner and snacks will be provided at the tea house where we will spend the night. During our stay in Kathmandu, welcome dinner, farewell dinner and breakfast will be provided.
Everest Base Camp Luxury Lodge Trekking has three styles of accommodation. We will be accommodated in Yatri Suites and Spa or a similar place in Kathmandu. During the trek, we will stay at Yati Mountain Home (Luxury Lodge) and spend 6 nights in the best available local lodges. Local lodges, such as hotels and luxury lodges in Kathmandu, have shared washing and toilet facilities.
All accommodations for the Everest Base Camp Luxury Lodge Trek are on a two-partnership basis. The same room is available for an additional १३ 1,390. However, one room is possible only in luxury lodges in Kathmandu and the hills. In local lodges, this may not always be possible.
Likewise, trekkers should use all the favorable days set for the trip. Acclimatization is the most important aspect of trekking as it allows the trekker's body to adjust to the environment. From now on, keep these tips in mind and follow the tips of trek leaders for a comfortable and beautiful hiking trip.
Nepalis are taxed at Rs 100 per person. Khumbu village municipality entry permit costs two thousand rupees per pedestrian. Every pedestrian, regardless of nationality, must obtain permission to enter Khumbu village.
At Namche Bazaar, you can explore the famous Sherpa town while adjusting to the thin air. During the second day of acclimatization at Dingboche, we will climb the ridge behind the village to look at the stunning views of the peaks.
Your health and safety are important to us, and we keep them as our priority. If you are rigorously affected by altitude sickness, the only cure would be to descend immediately. Your trek leader has the authority to decide whether to continue the trek or descend immediately, based on the overall condition.
Past hiking experience would be an advantage, but no technical experience or skills are necessary. Trekkers who can hike 4 to 6 hours a day at a reasonable pace with a light day pack can complete the trek. Having a positive attitude, self-confidence, and strong determination helps.
The trekking route involves hiking along the rocky mountain, steep ascents, descents, and straightforward paths. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood disease should inform us or consult with their physician before booking the trek.
Important Items: Airline tickets; Valid passport; 2 extra passport size photos; Photocopy of your passport; Insurance paper; Dollars, Pounds, or Euros in cash for purchasing a Nepalese visa at Kathmandu airport, for paying at restaurants and hotels, for gratuities, snacks and to purchase your own drinks and gifts; Credit Card (Visa/ Master Card) for withdrawing cash from cash machines if needs.
For Head: Sun Hat; Bandana or head scarf; Headlamp with extra batteries; Sun Glasses with UV protection.
For Upper Body: Shirts (1 half sleeve and 2 long sleeves); Lightweight thermal tops; Fleece Jacket or Wool Sweater; Wind Cheater jacket; Down Jacket
For Lower Body: 1 pair of lightweight thermal bottoms; 1 pair of fleece or woolen trousers; 1 pair of waterproof shell pants and 1 pair of hiking trousers.
For Hands: 1 pair of lightweight wool or fleece gloves and 1 pair of lightweight poly liner gloves.
For Feet: 2 pairs of thin inner socks; 2 pairs of poly or wool socks; 1 pair of Hiking boots (sturdy soles, water-resistant, ankle support); 1 pair of running shoes and/or sandals.
Other Useful Items: 1 sleeping bag (good to -20 degrees C or 28 degrees F); Rucksack and Travel Bags; 1 large duffel bag *; A small daypack/backpack for carrying your valuables; Small padlocks for duffel- bags; 2 large waterproof rucksack covers (optional).
Medical: Your daily taking medicine if any; small personal first aid kit; Aspirin, plasters (band-aids); Sunscreen; lip balms; Anti-diarrhea pills; Anti-headache pills; A cough and/or cold medicine; Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetazolamide; Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin.
Digital camera; 2 water bottles (1 liter each); disposable rubbish sacks; Toiletries: 1 medium-sized quick-drying towel; Toothbrush/paste; Multi-purpose soap; Deodorants; Nail clippers; Face and body moisturizer; Tissue /toilet roll; hiking poles, snack food (chocolate/ biscuits); umbrella; reading book or pack of cards (for leisure time during trekking).
Note: If any items are not available in your hometown you can buy them in Trekking Store in Kathmandu before you embark on trekking.
If you are looking for hiking options other than Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek, we have a variety of options in the Everest region of Nepal. Everest Base Camp Trek, Everest Panorama Trek, Everest Gokyo Valley Trek, Everest Chola Pass Trek, Everest Heli Tour, Everest Base Camp walk, and Heli Trek, Everest Three pass trek, etc. can be some of the best options to meet your need for travel and fun.
Hiker Himalaya Treks Expedition P. Ltd is dedicated to making your travel experience a memory. So, come join us for more thrill, fun, and adventure of trekking in Nepal.
Upon reaching Kathmandu via various international airlines, at the airport our guide and staff for a short transfer to the heart of Kathmandu city. Where is your hotel located, after checking into your rooms and then meeting other members of the trip at the hotel lobby for a briefing?
Regarding Everest Luxury Trek, information includes other useful information to make your holiday in Nepal more enjoyable. The evening group welcomes dinner in a lovely Nepalese Restaurant with an introduction to the culture of Nepal with folk dance and music.
Accommodation: Five-star category Hotel at Kathmandu, Distance: 5 Kilometers from Airpot to Thamel
A free day in Kathmandu in preparation for the trek to Everest base camp luxury trek, with a sightseeing tour around Kathmandu valley's major cities, steeped with ancient world heritage sites. you will be briefed about the Everest Base Camp luxury trek by the guide. The agents will help you sort and prepare the required documents for the trek and will also guide you in picking up the bags with the necessary clothing, food items, and equipment.
You can visit places like Patan, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. You can visit world heritage sites like Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, or Pashupatinath. Stay overnight at the respective hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Accommodation: five-star category Hotel at Kathmandu
Departure from the hotel as early as possible by the latest 5:30 a.m. or 6 a.m. Having breakfast, and leaving unwanted items for storing in the hotel. Our staff and guide will transfer you for the short drive to Kathmandu domestic airport. After checking in for security, they proceed to an airfield to board a small aircraft, either Dornier or Twin Otter.
With a maximum of 15 to 18 seated planes, as the plane lifts off enjoy a panorama of Himalayan peaks, where the route leads North East with views of Mt. Everest as the plane makes landing at a small airfield in Lukla. The airport is named Tenzing and Hillary, a tribute to the first legendary conqueror of Mt. Everest.
At Lukla getting organized with the heavier baggage to be carried by porters and on pack animals known as Jhopkyo (a mixed breed of Yak and lower region cows or ox), The trail leads around many lovely Sherpa villages adorned with Buddhist prayer walls and monuments to reach Phakding for an overnight stay in a nice moderate lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, Accommodation: Luxury Teahouse at Pakding, Distance: 6.2 kilometers (Lukla-pakding)
Walk today takes you to the famous Namche Bazaar the hub of Khumbu villagers, as well as trekkers. Where once a week, a colorful and busy market is held every Saturday walk leads to cross a few bridges over Dudh Koshi glacial rivers to reach the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park, where a ticket to be shown purchased. Sagarmatha for Everest in Nepal, while the Sherpa is known as Chomolungma of Tibetan origin language.
From here reach the last village of Jorsalle before Namche Bazaar, for a lunch break, and then continue to walk following the river on a bank, within the cool shade of pine and rhododendron forest. On crossing the last high bridge, along undulating uphill for a few hours to reach Namche Bazaar for two overnight stops.
Enjoy the views of Kwangde and Tharmasarku peaks from the lodge in Namche and then check into your rooms for refreshing rest before dinner time in a large warm and cozy dining hall.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, Accommodation: Luxury Teahouse at Namche Bazaar, Distance: 7.5 kilometers
Free day in Namche for necessary rest and a short hike to view-points which is a good way to support acclimatization. Enjoy a leisurely morning with breakfast and a hike to Namche viewpoint overlooking Mt. Everest and the beautiful peak of Ama Dablam with other adjoining peaks.
Visit the museum offers full information about the Khumbu region. Energetic people can take a hike up to Everest View Hotel for a few hours.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, Accommodation: Luxury hotel at Namche Bazaar, Distance: 3.8 Kilometers
From Namche Bazaar morning steep climb for an hour, with grand bird-eye views of Namche Bazaar down below, facing grand scenery of surrounding landscapes including majestic snow-clad peaks.
On reaching the top ridge at Syangboche, a place with an old short airstrip, and then a slow easy climb to and down to Khunde village, visit the hospital run by Himalayan Trust, built and funded by Edmund Hillary.
After an interesting time walks towards a valley floor to another large village at Khumjung. Khunde and Khumjung, are quite different from Namche Bazaar with many traditional houses located in a glacial valley. At Khumjung tour 500 years old Buddhist monastery, the only place that has preserved a scalp believed to be of a Yeti.
With some donations can witness the Yeti Scalp, within the main monastery prayer hall, from here an easy downhill walk to Sanasa village, and then to our overnight stop at Tsonga. A beautiful isolated spot, away from villages and main trekking trails, one of the best chain resorts around the high Khumbu of Everest Summit.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, Accommodation: Luxury hotel at Lobesa village in Everest Summit Lodge, Distance: 5.9 Kilometers
The morning after breakfast, an easy stroll facing excellent views of Khumbu peaks with Everest, and then down to Imjatse River at PhunkiTenga, a small settlement popular mid-day stops of trekkers for lunch or refreshments.
From here on a steep winding uphill for some hours within the cool forest to reach a small scenic plateau at Tengboche and its colorful monastery. The area is surrounded by an array of peaks with grand views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam with a range of adjoining high mountains.
Herewith is time to visit the impressive monastery interior of great Buddhism religion interest. From Tengboche enjoy the views of snow-capped peaks, and then an easy descent to reach a strong metal bridge, On crossing the bridge above Imjatse River, a slow uphill climb to Pangboche village with closest views of beautiful Ama Dablam, and then retire back to your lodge in another chain resort of Everest Summit, rest of the afternoon relax and visit the upper Pangboche village with an old monastery.
Pangboche, the last permanent village on route base camp, the other places are just temporary settlements that cater to the requirement of travelers with lodges and restaurants.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, Accommodation: Luxury Hotel at pangboche, Distance: 11.4 Kilometers
From here onward tree lines disappear for short bushes of juniper and dwarf rhododendron bushes. The walk takes you higher to reach scenic Imjatse valley, where Dingboche is located for an overnight halt, enjoy the view of Island Peak towards the east of the valley floor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, Accommodation: Luxury Hotel at Dingboche, Distance: 5 Kilometers
Another deserving rest day, for good acclimatization where one takes a hike uphill to a ridge called Nagarjun. Where you can enjoy the panorama of peaks with Lhotse, Island Peak, Ama Dablam North Face as far as the world's 5th high Mt. Makalu in the east.
Rest of the afternoon enjoy a stroll around Dingboche with many good lodges and shops or just relax with the mountain views.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, Accommodation: Luxury hotel at Dingboche, Distance: 5.8 Kilometers Nagerjun hill hiking and returns
Today, our walks lead to one of the highlights at Everest base camp, although a short distance. But takes strenuous hours of walking due to high altitude and air pressure. Start on the easy path and up above Khumbu glaciers over moraines of rocks to reach Gorakshep.
The highest human settlement before base camp with few lodges to stay for overnights after visiting Everest base camp.
From Gorakshep heed slowly took more than two hours to reach base camp, feeling wonderful. Standing beneath the world's tallest peaks and close to massive Khumbu icefalls and glaciers.
Enjoy the stupendous scenery of high giant snow peaks then back to Gorakshep for an overnight stop, after a great day's adventure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, Accommodation: Luxury Hotel at Gorakshep, Distance: 4 kilometers from Lobuche to Gorakshep, and 3.3 kilometers from Gorakshep Everest Base Camp.
Early morning climb to the highest rocky hilltop of Kalapathar, which means black rock. A vigorous steep climb due to altitude gain but worth it as you stand on top, overlooking the grand panorama. Where Mt. Everest will be at the closest distance with Mt. Pumori ahead after a breathtaking moment descends back to Gorakshep.
After breakfast continues treks downhill past Lobuche and Thugla and walks towards the wide exposure and the windy valley of Pheriche for a lunch stop. This is where the NRA post is located (Nepal Rescue Association), an afternoon short upon crossing a river downhill to reach an overnight halt at Pangboche village.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, Accommodation: Luxury hotel atPangboche, Distance: 14.6 kilometers from Kalapatthar to Pheriche ( 1.2, Gorakshep to Kalapatthar)
Morning enjoys close views of Ama Dablam and then morning leads to descending crossing a river with a climb up to Tengboche, enjoy another glorious panorama of the mountain range.
From here onward back into green vegetation and tall tree lines. The walk leads downhill to Imjatse River, then a slow steep climb of less than an hour with a pleasant walk to Tsenga for overnight comfort in a nice mountain resort.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, Accommodation: Teahouse hotel at Pheriche, Distance: 9,9 kilometers Kalapatthar to Pheriche ( 1.2, Gorakshep to Kalapatthar)
Morning walk-up to Shanasa village, and then walk gets better on a gradual winding path to reach Namche for a possible lunch stop. Afternoon walks downhill to reach the river bank and past Sagarmatha National Park to reach a nice Monjo village for overnight in a lovely resort.
Enough time in the afternoon to browse around this lovely village, and just relax and enjoy views of Tharmarsku and Kwangde peaks.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, Accommodation: luxury hotel at Monjo, Distance: 9.5 kilometers
Last day walk on an easy gradual winding trail, with the last final climb to reach at the end of the trek in Lukla for lunch and the last overnight around high Khumbu and Everest region.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, Accommodation: luxury hotel at Lukla, Distance: 8.8 kilometers
On achieving great triumph and success on the top Island peak, depart from the lodge to Lukla airport, where the morning flight reaches you back at Kathmandu. From the airport, transfer to your respective hotels with a free day to enjoy the hustle-bustle city life of Kathmandu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Farewell Dinner, Accommodation: Five-star category Hotel in Kathmandu
It is always best and wise to have a spare or contingency day, in case of a flight delay that might lead to cancellation. Due to bad unfavorable weather conditions for small planes to operate which can happen even at the best time of the season.
On this free day, one can enjoy individual activities and shop for souvenirs or take a tour of Kathmandu's ancient city sites within Kathmandu, Patan, or Bhaktapur.
We trust you made some incredible memories with us. Thank you, and have a safe journey home.
Meal: Breakfast Included.