How difficult is Everest Base Camp Trek?

After the successful summit of Mt. Everest, the highest mountain in the world by Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary in 1953 Mt Everest became known to the world. People’s desire to step to the base camp of Mt. Everest increased rapidly and with the development of time new trekking routes were formed and Lukla airport was constructed in 1964 AD, this made the Everest Hike less time-consuming and easily accessible to mountain lovers. So the Everest Base Camp Trek is now only 130 km in terms of distance and takes 11 days of the trek, of which 2 days is for acclimatization making it only 9 days of the trek. This means around 15 km per day of the hike which includes 7 hours of daily hike. The trek to the Everest Base Camp starts from a moderate hike to strenuous but with frequent breaks and rest for tea/coffee etc making it a relaxing and enjoyable journey to the foothill of the giant Mt. Everest.

What is the success rate of Everest Base Camp Trek?

Everest Base Camp Trek is an easy hike into the Himalayas with well-maintained trails, beautiful villages, tea houses, lodges, hospitals, ATMs, banks, etc. it is normal hiking at a nominal pace. If we are physically and mentally fit for the 9 days hike then anyone can step into the base camp of Mt. Everest. In terms of its success rate, 90 percentage of the trekkers step into the Everest Base Camp but we need to follow the same itinerary, skipping some overnight camp to further shorten our trekking distance may lead us to altitude sickness which may result in the downfall of the entire trek.

Can we trek to the Everest Base Camp individual/single?

There is no problem for any trekkers in hiking to the Everest Base Camp individual/single, as there is no restriction to trek single in the Everest region apart from some of the restricted region of Nepal like Manaslu and Upper Mustang region. If we can manage permits for trekking to the Everest Base Camp, we can trek alone but some problems may arise while being single trekkers in the high Himalayas of Nepal. Among them, some are like accommodation while trekking, if we are single trekkers then we may have a problem in finding room in the tea house and lodges because mainly the trekking guides and the travel agencies have direct access to the lodges and tea houses in the trekking route they booked the room before their arrival, so the lodges and tea houses give priority to the agencies and the guide for their business because they are the regular travellers. Apart from accommodation facilities, during the snowfall the trail from Namche Bazaar is less crowded will almost no villages on the way trekkers may easily mislead them to the wrong trail because of heavy snowfall as the trail will be blocked by the snow. This may create a problem for the individual trekkers and also if any difficulty arises while in the high altitude there are fewer possibilities of being rescue for individual trekkers.

Are there a sufficient amount of accommodation facilities in the Everest Base Camp trek?

Everest Base Camp Trek is filled with lodges, tea-house, and some excellent hotels till Namche Bazaar. Now, normally we may find Wi-Fi facilities in many of the lodges/tea houses (if depends upon the weather as well). Everest Base Camp Trek is all to the Sagarmatha Conservation Area, so there is a restriction on the number of lodges and tea house to be operated and also the tea house and lodges are with a number of limited rooms and basic facilities due to the restriction by the conservation committee but to the lower altitude till Namche Bazaar we can find a sufficient number of lodges and tea house, as we descend uphill the number of tea house and lodges diminish due to high altitude and other problem including harsh weather condition.

Is there Wi-Fi facilities in the Everest Base Camp Trek?

Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most popular trekking routes in Nepal, every year thousands of trekkers prefer to trek to the base camp of Everest, due to its popularity the mobile operating company of Nepal mainly NTC and Ncell have installed their network tower in some of the regions with 4G facilities. Trekkers can buy the Sim card of their desire network to use the internet during the trek with some data packages, but the reliability of the internet facilities also depends upon the weather condition of the mountains. Apart from these, the lodges and tea house also provide Wi-Fi facilities which are payable for day use.

Can we charge our electronic gadgets in the Everest Base Camp Trek?

Every lodge and tea house in the Everest region have a sufficient amount of electricity facilities, till Namche Bazzar they use a small community hydropower project for electricity but as we climb uphill the lodges and tea house use a solar panel for the supply of electricity, by paying some reasonable amount of money we can charge our mobile, camera and other gadgets. But we need to may sure there will not be any charging facilities ( charging point) inside the room of the hotel, all the charging point will be at the hotel counter, so we charge our gadgets and pay the money.

How much does it cost to complete Everest Base Camp Trek?

Everest Base Camp trek is not as expensive as it used to be before the operation of the Lukla airport, now with the operation of the Lukla airport number of days to accomplish the Everest Trek has diminished to just 11 days trek from Lukla to Lukla which is the starting point and the ending point. But normally we suggest travellers make their stay in Nepal for almost 14 days if their intention is only to trek to Everest Base Camp. This will make you easy for not being hurried for the international flight back home because sometimes due to poor weather condition the flight to and from Lukla to Manthali airport remain close for a day if this happens then we might be required to book a helicopter to or from Lukla which can be arranged on sharing basis with other travellers, in this case, the price may vary with the actual cost. If we have sufficient time for the Everest Trek then it will cost you around 1500 to 1700 USD which includes all the permits required for the trek, a two-way domestic flight from Manthali to Lukla and vice versa along with the transportation from Kathmandu to Manthali airport and from Manthali airport to Kathmandu along with your guide and porter to assist all the way to the entire trek and also your accommodation and 3-time meals during the trek only and a couple of nights stay in Kathmandu hotel on BB basis ( Bed and Breakfast)

Can we drink normal water while in the Everest Base Camp Trek?

Water plays a vital role in the trek, now when it comes to Everest Base Camp Trek drinking a sufficient amount of water is very important for any trekkers, it helps to cope up with dehydration and also to help fight altitude sickness. If you are using some medicine for the trek as Diamox to accomplish the trek then we need to make sure the amount to drinking water level must be increased. Now talking about the drinking water system in the Himalayas, normally local people including guides and porter use normal water to drink from river, stream, tap water, etc but for travellers, we do not suggest to use the normal water, it may cause diarrhoea, stomach problem, etc. to protect yourself from any upcoming problem trekkers can carry water filter with them or water purifying tablets which can be found in medical stores around Kathmandu. Apart from all this, every tea houses, lodges in the trekking region has the facility of purified drinking water for the travellers, this can be refilled into your personal water bottle but for that, you need to pay extra which varies from the region and also the altitude you are in an average it may cost you from 1 to 3 USD for a litre of purified drinking water in the Himalayas.

Is it safe to trek Everest Base Camp ?

This is one of the most frequently asked questions by our valuable clients, as per your information, since the time when Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary first summit Mt. Everest in 1953, everything has changed. They were the ones who popularized Mt. Everest (8848.86M) that can be conquered. Since then lots of changes have occurred in the Everest region also known as the Khumbu region. Now the trail is easy as compared to some decades ago, local people are helping to keep the trail maintained, the government is acting with their budget spending in these areas. Hotels, tea houses, lodges, hospitals, banks, ATM’s, police and army checkpoint has been established to make sure the safety of trekkers goes on accordingly and in time of need and natural disaster. So, with the development of information and technology now there is access to the telephone and the internet. Thus, we can assure that Everest Base Camp is much better and safe than the 1953’s.

Is Nepal safe for women to travel?

Nepal is one of the safest countries for any travellers while being in Nepal you can experience this but need some safety as well. What we suggest in Nepal for solo female travel is that while being in Nepal doesn’t try to experience local transportation for a short distance because in short distance travel there is a limited number of public transportation and passengers more and if you have to stand because of overcrowding of passengers, you may feel you are being touched. Maintain your full sleeve clothes this will be a sign of respect, wear proper clothes even while trekking. Make sure your clothes are not tight enough to expose or give the shape of your body parts, this may cause you trouble in some places (mainly remote areas). In the city area normally Nepali women wear comfortable clothes as per their requirement but while being away from the city, clothes do matter a lot, in some areas even the local women may not feel comfortable with the exposing clothes travellers wear. While trekking alone, make sure you are at your destination before it is dark because we say ‘day is yours and night is theirs’. If you follow all these instructions you will certainly feel very safe and comfortable travelling in Nepal.

Everest Base Camp Trek 14 Days | EBC Trek Package 2024/25

Everest Base Camp Trek, famously known as the EBC Trek, is one of the most incredible trekking journeys to the base of the world's highest mountain at 5,364M (17,598 Ft).

This is a 14-day trip leading to the base of Mt. Everest also known as ‘Sagarmatha’ in Nepali and ‘Chomolungma’ in Tibetan and is well-known among trekkers as the best place to be.

Trekking to Everest is not a mere hike, it is a journey to the highest base camp on earth with the majestic view of the Himalayan vista and diverse Himalayan vegetation and Sherpa culture.

The trail to Mount Everest Base Camp will lead you to the diversity of nature and culture and is once in a lifetime experience with the enchanting view of Thamserku 6,623m (21,729 ft), Ama Dablam 6,812m (22,349 ft), Lhotse 7,600M (24,934 ft), and of course Mt. Everest 8848.86m (29,032 ft).

Apart from all this, the culture and lifestyle of the Sherpa people are of great interest. Sherpa's are the only human inhabitant communities of the Himalayas. Their culture and welcoming hospitality will be one of the musts to experience things to do while being in the Himalayas.

The entire high Himalayan region which includes the Everest Region is one of the oldest settlements of the Sherpa people, who are also known as the people of the Himalayas.

Their age-old unique lifestyle, culture, religion and always welcoming attitude and gesture will make you visit this region again and again.

Moreover, the Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO-listed site is a protected zone of this region and is an asset for the people by protecting flora and fauna.

Everest region carries an important abode for different wild animals and birds which are found in high altitudes, making them rare living creatures.

The magnificent view from Kala Patthar 5,545m (18,192 ft) is the best place to observe the Himalayan range which will make you feel like being in paradise and the sunrise view of the Himalayas is a breathtaking experience.

Thanks to Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Sir Edmund Hillary for their journey to the summit in 1953 AD, which made this region known to people around the world. Now, for many, it’s once in a lifetime experience and they wish to visit this region.

Everest region is one of the spiritual lands on earth mainly influenced by Buddhism, hanging praying flags, praying wheels and the beating of monastic drums and pipes by the lama further purifies the region, which can be seen and heard from a far distance.

This 14-day Everest Trek starts with a sightseeing tour in the Kathmandu valley. This tour is an ample opportunity for trekkers to learn about the history and culture of Nepal.

You will be informed about the importance of religion in the Himalayas; this will be an asset to know about the unique religion of the Sherpa people and the way they have been living in the Everest Region/ Khumbu region for centuries.

Discover Altitude has a specially designed Everest Base Camp 14-day trek Itinerary with frequent field visits by our professional staff to make sure the program goes according to the itinerary mentioned below.

For the convenience of our client, a detailed itinerary of the Everest Base Camp Trek, cost, highlights, pictures, and the map have been provided.

As it is an energetic trek into the Himalayas, trekkers can visit this trail throughout the year. The cost for Everest Trekking varies on the number of days and person.

The itinerary of the trek starts after landing at Lukla airport. Trekkers will have multiple choices when it comes to Discover Altitude, we can further customize your trip according to your time frame and interest.

Outline Itinerary: 14 Days Everest Base Camp Trek

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu, Nepal - 1,350m (4,430 Ft)

Day 2: Drive to Manthali and fly to Lukla 2,860m (9,383ft) and hike to Phakding village - 2,610m (8,563ft)

Day 3: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar - 3,440m (11,286ft)

Day 4: Acclimatization day at Namche -Day tour to Everest View Hotel - 3,880m (12,730ft)

Day 5: Trekking to Tengboche or Deboche - 3,867m (12,687ft)

Day 6: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche - 4,410m (14,469ft)

Day 7: 2nd Acclimatization Day in Dingboche - Hike to Nangkartsang Hill - 5,091m (16,703ft)

Day 8: Trekking to Lobuche via Thukla - 4,910m (16,109ft)

Day 9: Trek to Gorakshep and continue the hike to Everest Base Camp and return to Gorakshep for an overnight stay- 5,364m (17,598ft)

Day 10: Hiking to Kala-patthar 5,545m (18,192ft) and Descend Pheriche - 4,252m (13,950ft)

Day 11: Return to Namche Bazaar - 3,440m (11,286ft)

Day 12: Descend to Lukla Village- 2,840m (9,318ft)

Day 13: Fly to Manthali airport and drive to Kathmandu

Day 14: Departure from Kathmandu, Nepal

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Everest Hike in 2024-2025

Everest, a popular name for many but trekking to the base of Mount Everest is a dream. This was not an easy trail some decades ago, however with the development of infrastructure everything has changed and the trail to Everest has shortened and can now be accomplished in a short period.

The Everest base camp trek which used to be a 4-week long trek is now only a 9-day trek from Kathmandu to Kathmandu. This shortness of the trail has made Everest feasible to many and now their dream is no more a dream, it has become a reality and achievable.

Till 2019 AD, every year around 28,000 trekkers used to hike to the Everest base camp but due to the global pandemic Covid-19, trekking to all the regions of Nepal was closed by the central and local government.

This restriction was applicable for almost 8-9 months but now everything seems normal. Trekkers are allowed to trek to all the regions of Nepal including Everest without any restrictions.

Travelers coming to Nepal can now get an on-arrival visa without any difficulty, YOU DON'T NEED to show proof of a 72-hour corona-negative report or proof of COVID Vaccination.

The number of trekkers is increasing and the trails are normal and open for trekkers. All the lodges and tea houses are open on the trail and trekkers are welcome. The government has already vaccinated tourism workers and hotel staff, as their safety will take trekkers to remain safe.

Nothing to worry about, it is normal now. Trekkers without any worries can now trek to the Everest base camp in 2024 and 2025 AD.

What to Expect During Everest Base Camp Trek

Accommodation and Food

Everest Trek is entirely a tea house trek, here you will be spending overnight at the local tea houses also known as lodges. These are mainly operated by local Sherpa family members, which makes your stay home far away from your home.

They are friendly members and always love welcoming travelers, Sherpa hospitality is popular around the world for trekkers. They are very welcoming and will have an opportunity to understand their culture and customs.

Each room will have two beds with separate blankets, pillows, mattresses, and blank sheets. At the lower altitude, you will be able to find an attached bathroom room. However, as you ascend higher this will be rare.

However, there will be western toilets on each floor which can be used as a common toilet and a separate bathroom for showers.

Moreover, the foods are locally based vegetables and they are the perfect and well-trained chefs. Foods vary from Indian, Continental, Italian, Nepali, Tibetan, and many more. You will have multiple options to choose from a menu and are the best in the Himalayas.

Electricity and Internet in Everest Trek

Although Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the remote trekking trails in the Himalayas, the accessibility of electricity is available everywhere. At the lower altitude, you will be blessed with locally generated power from hydroelectricity, whereas at the higher tea houses and lodges have solar panels to generate electricity.

This helps trekkers to charge their mobile and camera upon payment of a certain sum of local currency.

For internet at the lower altitude tea houses and lodges will have Wi-Fi facilities, however at the higher altitude, you can carry a data pack (SIM Card). This can be used till the base camp of Mount Everest.

So, nothing to worry about electricity and internet during the Everest Base Camp Trekking.

Base Camp Trekking Trail

Upon landing at Lukla airport, your trek begins and ends stopping at the Lukla airport. This whole distance covers 130 Km/ 80 Miles. Trails are well maintained as compared to other routes of the Himalayas.

Due to the popularity of the Everest Base Camp Trek, every year thousands of trekkers visit the Everest region for trekking. This boosts local government to help maintain the trail regularly and hence it can be considered as an easy-going uphill trek to the base camp of Mount Everest.

Everest -Weather and Temperature at Base Camp

Weather in the Himalayas is unpredictable, Due to climate changes, the Himalayas experience unpredictable weather changes. Till Namche Bazaar you will experience rainfall very often. As you ascend higher above 3500M the possibility of raindrops declines.

However, during winter there will be snowfall at higher altitudes including Namche Bazaar. This will be very frequent during the night, so while hiking snowfall gets thinner and rare.

Regarding temperature, during the daytime temperature will range between 5 to 10°C depending upon the altitude, and in winter it will go below -5 to -20°C.

Flight Route and Transportation

Lukla is the shortest gateway to Everest Base Camp Trek. Every day regularly there are dozens of domestic flights from Kathmandu airport to Lukla (both ways).

However, during peak season only one airport in Kathmandu gets very busy. This creates air traffic for international flights.

Thus, to reduce air traffic, the government in Nepal during peak trekking season diverts all the flights (both ways) to Manthali airport which is a 4-hour drive from Kathmandu. Make sure you have arranged transportation to Manthali from Thamel, This drive will start at 2 am and will take 4 hours to reach Manthali airport.

Any changes that occurred were notified by the minister of aviation some 2 weeks prior. For confirmation, please contact your local travel partner Discover Altitude.

Safety Related to Covid-19

Due to the global pandemic Covid-19, traveling in and around Nepal was restricted for more than a year. However, the government lifted the travel ban.

Now, after the vaccination mission throughout the country, the international border has been reopened for international travelers. Travelers entering Nepal DON'T need to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a 72-hour PCR Negative Test report at the port of entry while entering Nepal.

Everest Base Camp Trek Difficulty

Everest base camp trek starts from a moderate hike to a strenuous trek, The trek itself starts upon arriving at Lukla 2840m ( 9318ft.) Apart from these Everest Base Camp 5364m (17598 feet) and Kala Patthar 5545m (18192ft) will be our hiking places, where we are not stopping overnight.

It is an easy-going trek, where experience forehand is not required because trekkers will be hiking all through the well-maintained trail. The important point to be noted in the Everest Base Camp Trek is the altitude because we will be trekking at a high elevation where the level of oxygen will be lower than at the normal altitude below 4,000 meters. As the elevation gets higher, we feel tired to hike uphill, to get rid of our tiredness we need to be physically fit.

Trekkers will be hiking all through the well-maintained trail with frequent stops for lunch, tea, coffee, etc. as there are restaurants on the trail apart from our overnight camp.

If trekkers want to spend the extra night for acclimatization or to make the trail shorter, then there are a sufficient number of lodges as well. The only thing is we need to make sure the distance covered in a single day and the altitude we are supposed to stay at overnight should be good enough for our body to acclimatize.

If all this instruction is followed your age and locality of the nation will not be a burden to complete the Everest Base Camp Trek, only thing that matters is the physical and mental outcome with solid determination.

Best Time To Trek Base Camp Everest

Mainly Base Camp Trek is for every season... despite all this, every trekking trail in Nepal has some best times to visit.

Trekking in Base Camp Everest is better during the months of September-November which is Autumn and March-May which is Spring. This is so because of a better view of the high Himalayas with clear blue sky and better visibility as well.

Trekking to Everest Base Camp is also possible during winter which is December and January, only the equipment required will be increased.

As the temperature in the high areas may go below -10 to -15. So warm clothes are highly recommended during winter.

But to speak the truth rainy season is not recommended for the Everest Base Camp trek which is June and July, Below Namche Bazaar normally we can experience rain during the rainy season but the views up in the Himalayas may be cloudy although it doesn’t rain over there.

Trekkers can be seen in the Everest Base Camp region throughout the year but the best weather will be Autumn and Spring with less snowfall varied vegetation and high visibility.

Trek Preparation for Nepal Everest Base Camp

Everest Base Camp starts with a moderate to strenuous hike with frequent rest to acclimatize our body to the high altitude. The trek starts with the lowest altitude at LUKLA (2,840M) and takes us to the highest altitude of KALAPATTHAR (5,545M) and EVEREST BASE CAMP (5,364M).

Blessed with varied flora and fauna, the Everest region is regarded as the abode of the Sherpa community and is the dream of every trekker to reach the Base of Everest.

However, trekking to Everest Base Camp requires a high level of physical fitness and, preparation before the trek is highly recommended. Here are some of the must-do lists for travelers before the trek.

Physical Fitness: Everest Base Camp Trek is considered a strenuous trek and requires a high level of physical fitness. Your trek will be through steep and rocky terrain in some parts and you will need to hike several hours every day with a light backpack.

For this, you have to prepare yourself with regular cardio exercise, which can be through swimming, cycling, or running, which will help your leg muscles.

Apart from this, train yourself with a hike, carrying a backpack before the trek.

Acclimatize with the altitude: Everest Base Camp Trek is a high-altitude trek leading you to the base of Mount Everest (5364M). The highest point-to-step will be Everest Base Camp (5364M) and /or Kalapatthar (5545M).

Moreover, your highest point for an overnight stay will be Gorakshep (5140M). This makes Everest Base Camp a high-altitude trek and hence altitude sickness might be a serious problem for first-time trekkers. Thus to avoid this, proper acclimatization during the trek makes the entire trek an easy hike.

Travel Insurance: It is highly recommended to have travel insurance covering high altitude evacuation in time of emergency. Please read the policy of your insurance.

Trekking Documents: For Everest Base Camp Trek, you will need three different permits, namely the Sagarmatha National Park Permit, Pasang Lhamnu Permit, and TIMS Card.

Trekking Gears and Equipment: You will need proper trekking clothes and trekking gear for your Everest Base Camp Trek. This mainly depends upon the month of the year you are trekking.

However, a good pair of hiking boots, a warm jacket, a sleeping bag, a trekking pole, sunscreen, lip balm, sunglasses, etc. are basic to have.

Mentally be prepared: Everest Base Camp Trek is challenging both physically and mentally. This trek requires effort and a certain level of flexibility and patience for long days trek, changes in weather conditions, accommodation, etc.

If trekkers follow all this guidance, their trek will be a flexible way to reach the base of the highest mountain.

We always recommend our clients consult a doctor before their high-altitude trek. This will help you to know about your physical condition and the possibility of trekking at Everest Base Camp. It is always good to carry your recommended basic medicine and first aid kit for any region where the possibility of hospitals and doctors is lacking.

Everest Trek Distance- Lukla to Lukla

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If you want to experience true, kind Nepali hospitality and a great trek, don’t look for another agency.

I had the incredible opportunity to complete 4 different treks with Discover Altitude: Three Passes, ABC, Annapurna Circuit and Langtang. Each time, the experience exceeded my expectations! The owners, Kumar and Santosh, along with their guides are exceptionally professional, knowledgeable and attentive to every detail. Everything was very well planned for all treks, and I felt safe even at the highest altitudes, thanks to their friendly and supportive guides.

There are many agencies to choose from, and I visited many, but when I met Kumar and Santosh the quality of their personalities quickly became evident. They treated me as a friend they genuinely wanted to support, not just a client, caring only about the money. Even if I hadn’t signed up, they would have treated me the same, not as potential or lost business. This authenticity is why I chose them! This was the only agency where I had that gut feeling, which turned out to be correct. They always went the extra mile. Before each trek, they spent a lot of time going through all the details with me to ensure I had everything I needed and was ready to go. They also checked up on me along the way. During all these times, they truly became my friends!

If you want to experience true, kind Nepali hospitality and a great trek, don’t look for another agency. They are also very competitively priced for both solo and group trips! I cannot recommend them highly enough!

Mustang - Kagbeni, Muktinath 6-day tour

We chose a 6-day course that tours Kagbeni and Muktinath, the gateway to Mustang from Kathmandu. It takes 3 days to actually walk, so it's a safe course even for beginners.

Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (30-minute flight), then hike 3 hours to Kagbeni. Hike 5-6 hours to Muktinath. Return to Jomsom via a different route. Take a lunch break at Rupna on the way. Fly to Pokhara. Fly back to Kathmandu.

It was late May before the rainy season, but we were blessed with clear skies and were able to see the beautiful mountain ranges of Nilgiri and Annapurna. The desolate landscape of Mustang was very beautiful, and it was a very interesting experience to get a glimpse of the life of the villagers in Kagbeni.

It was quite hot during the daytime walks in late May. Short sleeves are fine. If you don't want to get sunburned, wear thin long sleeves. Since it gets cold in the mornings and evenings in Muktinath, I wore a light down jacket, but if you layer up a warm long sleeve jacket, you can wear a hiking jacket instead of a down jacket.

Our trekking guide, Amar, was very kind and not only guided us on hiking but also carefully explained the history and people's lives. (In English) He always took care to make the trek comfortable, and the walking pace was adjusted to suit our physical strength, so we were able to enjoy it without any strain.

Kumar handled advance reservations and questions, and he responded to emails very quickly. After arriving in Kathmandu, I visited the office and Kumar gave me a brief explanation of the schedule. In Kathmandu, Santosh handled my communications and accompanied me to the transfer between the hotel and the airport. Both of them were cheerful and kind.
During the tour, I asked to change my plan to stay in Pokhara for two nights after the trek (of course, the additional hotel fee was at my own expense), and I am grateful that he quickly and readily responded to my request, such as changing my flight on the return trip.

A short walk from Jomsom to Muktinath.

We had great dealings with Kumar and the team at Discover Altitude. Kumar was our initial contact, and Santosh was our day to day contact on-the-ground. Their communication was great, and everything went smoothly.

Before departing for Nepal, we emailed Kumar about what we had in mind, and he presented us with different options. We settled on a short trip from Jomsom to Muktinath - flying from Kathmandu to Pokhara and on to Jomsom the next day to commence our hike. (We took the same air-route in reverse on our way back.) In total, the trip was six or seven days, with three days hiking. (This worked out well due to our schedule, but next time we might spend a few more days walking.)

Our guide on the trip was Amar Magar. We really recommend him. (Ask for him by name!) He was thoughtful, organised, and provided clear information on what we were doing each day. His patience and pleasant manner made the trip really enjoyable.

The hike itself was good. The area from Jomsom to Kagbeni (where we stopped for the first night) was primarily along the road and the riverbed, and the scenery was primarily the dry and desolate scenery one might expect of the Mustang area. Kagbeni was a nice village to rest. (There are a number of tea houses, and an interesting temple where one of the monks showed us around.) The walk up to Muktinath the next day was a little bit tough - being a climb of about 1,000 meters. (Not 'technically' tough; more of a challenge due to low fitness levels!) After resting, we visited the Hindu pilgrimage site, which was quite an interesting experience as it attracts a lot of visitors. We stayed the night at a tea house in Muktinath, and then walked back to Jomsom via a different route, stopping at a village called Lupna on the way back. The route from Muktinath to Lupna was probably the highlight of our trip, with much more diverse terrain, including great alpine scenery, fantastic rocky cliffs and forests, and the picturesque village of Lupna itself, with a very old temple and some caves used for solitary retreats.

If you have limited time, then I would recommend the approach we took. It provides a glimpse of the Mustang region (without getting in to the Upper Mustang region, which requires more time and an expensive permit), and a taste of walking in the region. On our walk, we met a number of people who had walked the Annapurna Circuit, taking around two weeks. We might plan better and aim to do that next time!

In terms of practical considerations, noting it was mid-May, we found that we were able to walk in t-shirts and long pants. We carried a lot of warm clothing with us, but didn't need really it. (We were a bit cold briefly after arriving at Muktinath, but generally we didn't use our warm clothing. It would be smart to take something - but no need to take too much.) The bedding provided in the rooms was more than adequate, and we didn't need our own sleeping bags. (Taking a sleeping bag liner might suffice from a cleanliness perspective if this is a concern.)

A Once-in-a-lifetime EBC Trekking Trip

What a once-in-a-lifetime trek to EBC! Waking up at midnight to dogs barking or in the morning to birds chirping and singing and the sound of rushing river, looking out the window and seeing the mountain so close as if within reach, roaming around Namche Bazaar and checking out the local markets, setting off in the sound of school children's morning drill, crossing rivers and valleys over the suspension bridges, passing the mani stones in the villages and the stupas on the trail, watching porters with oversized load strapped on their heads stepping to the lively beat of loud Nepali songs, navigating rocks uphill inside the dark clouds and white-out snow, trekking on the winding trail through dusty forests, misty mountain passes, wide open scrub land, and rugged and rocky barren land, with the famous and mysterious mountain peaks seemingly around every corner or suddenly elusive behind the wandering clouds, and flying down in helicopter provided every moment to admire the mountainous landscape and appreciate local life in this harsh environment. It’s been almost two weeks since I came back yet the sceneries and sounds on the trail still linger.

The EBC trek was also grueling - the long distance, the high elevation, the thin air at times mixed with dust or animal smell, the coldness at night, the completely unpredictable weather that could change by the minute – and every little inconvenience could pile on the exhaustion from a long day of trekking, but the thoughtful services by my guide Krishna made all these bearable. Every day after arriving at the tea house he made sure food was ordered and I had a spot to sit next to the stove to warm up. Every morning before we leave the tea house, he made sure bill was paid and everything was packed and ready. On the trail he was patient, watchful, and protective when the yaks and horses approaching. My tour company Discover Altitude was very flexible and allowed me to change my trekking schedule on the fly, including booking tea houses during peak season and securing single room occupancy. In fact, the three unplanned tea houses in Jorsalle, Phungi Thenga, and Dughla, allowed me to enjoy the real serenity near nature and away from crowds. The company also booked a helicopter, outside of my original plan, to fly me out back in Kathmandu in time. Their flexibility was crucial for me to have a successful and enjoyable EBC trekking trip.

Thank you Krishna for your kind-hearted service.

And thank you Santosh for showing me the street food, the hidden temples, and the vibrant life around the old town of Kathmadu.

EBC with Amar, the best guide!!

I did the Everest Base Camp trek (8 days to reach EBC, Day 9 was to Kala Patthar). Started at the end of April and finished in May. We had great weather that time of year. The early days in the trek were warm enough for leggings and a lightweight shirt. A few people were in shorts. Day 7 was the first day I needed to wear down clothing items, gloves or a warm hat. Other days could be done with a baseball cap and a few layers - started the day with a windwall jacket and would switch to a vest or just my long sleeve dry fit top while trekking. The cardio keeps you pretty warm. Taking altitude sickness medication is key. Start taking it a day before you leave. We had no issue with altitude sickness but several people at the tea houses were not as lucky.

Kumar, the owner of Discover Altitude, organized everything for us and it was planned perfectly. He booked the best tea houses for us and everything was so well-organized that all we had to think about was making it to the top. Amar was our AMAZING guide. His brother Shukla was the porter. They were the nicest, most professional duo. Amar took very good care of us and it was obvious that he was one of the most well-respected guides on the trail. He knew everyone and was so experienced that we had a lot of tips and guidance that I don’t feel everyone else had on the mountain. Definitely request amar as your guide. We quickly realized how important the planning is and who your guide is for success on this trek.

Great experience and recommend doing Kala Patthar early the next morning for sunrise views of Everest!

Discover Altitude is the best!

Discover Altitude is the best trekking guide / tour operator in Nepal. Two days ago my friend and I reached Everest Base Camp on May 4th (trekking day 8).

On day 9, helicopter picked us up at Gorakshep - last tea house before EBC. Helicopter transported us back to Kathmandu via Lukla — 2.5 hour stop for refueling and other logistics. Hiking back down 3 extra days is not for everyone.

Reaching EBC was a small miracle for me. I was the biggest person (XXL) trekking. I trained for over a year… lost significant amount of weight to even attempt EBC. Everything had to go perfectly and it did. Planning was key. Some days were incredibly challenging and required very-very slow / steady pace.

At every step my guide was right there to support as needed. On some hills my guide was 12 inches behind me in case I lost balance from exhaustion.

We were blessed to have Amar as our guide and his younger brother, Shukla, as porter. They did everything for us … from finding bathrooms, ordering meals, dealing with hotels, first aid, and fun to talk with too. Multiple times during the trek other guides whispered to us that Amar is one of the best guides in the region.

We opted for the luxury tour with nicer hotels + helicopter ride to Lukla to start + helicopter return from the top. Paying extra for luxury tour is worth every penny. We met some hikers not having a good experience. Painfully obvious they chose the wrong guide / tour operator.

If you are in perfect shape and you’ve trekked Nepal many times before- maybe having the best guide isn’t as critical. But for us we relied on our guides for every decision … even down to what to eat and drink at different altitudes.

TIPS:

1- take diamox right from the start (1 day before starting the trek)

2- take helicopter to/from Lukla. If you don’t take helicopter, be prepared to sit around for days waiting on weather to clear for airplane flight. People stuck at the airport waiting multiple days to get out aren’t having a good time.

3- go vegetarian. You’ll love ra-ra noodle vegetable soup

4- bring tons of electrolyte packets and drink 5 liters/day

5- pack for very cold days at the end (EBC). Both outer-wear gear and warm jackets for nights at the hotel. Be prepared for extremely dry air at night. Bring nasal spray to help breath through your nose.

6- get plenty NPR cash in Lukla or Kathmandu. In a pinch, tea house hotels can run your CC to give you NPR cash… will cost 10% extra charge.

7- tip your guides as generously as you can

8- don’t bring huge camera unless you are ok lugging the extra weight. Newer iPhone or Android do fantastic job.

9- go slow. Don’t skip rest (acclimatizing) days.

10- Book your trip with Discover Altitude. Kumar will email you immediately with details to help you customize your trip. He will work through every question / idea with patience. We had at least a dozen unusual requests including special activities in Kathmandu after the trek. Kumar and our guides made them all happen. Remember to request booking at nicer hotels.

11- go with friend or family you really enjoy being with for two weeks. Having someone to motivate you and just hang out together makes the trip so much better.

12- day 2 to Namche might be your hardest day, particularly after Hillary Bridge… 1-2 hours straight uphill at the end. Don’t give up. Go slow and ask for help (horse available if can’t make it up that hill).

Awesome 10 day EBC trekking experience

I’m towards the tail end of my 10 day EBC trek arranged by Discover Altitude. Overall, I’ve been very happy with the trip so far. Santosh did his best to make sure my trip went according to plan. He was also extremely accommodating to my request for alterations to itinerary during the trip. Always ready to help, no questions asked.

I also wanted to take this opportunity to thank my guide, Sandip Lama. He is an energetic and hardworking young man that went above and beyond to make me trip as comfortable as possible. He’s also flexible in accommodating my last minute change request. For example, when I saw Ama Dablam for the first time, I was blown by its beauty and came up with the idea of doing a side trip to its base camp. It’s require at least half a days time. Sandip agreed without any hesitation and helped with the trip planning. In the end, the side trip didn’t happen simply because I ran out of steam. As a guide, Sandip’s main responsibility is leading me with the trip. But he also offered to carry my bag when I got very tired. This is what I call above and beyond. Again, thank you Sandip and I hope we’ll embark on my adventures in the future!

Great Service from begining to end!

We reached out to a number of treking companies, quite last minute when the opportunity came up to go to Nepal. We got a lot of responses but in the end, Discover Altitude had exactly what we were looking for and very helpful along the way. When we arrived in Kathmandu we met at their office and they went into detail about what we could expect and answered all our weird questions!!(first timers!)
We were picked up by an excellent driver, met our guide ahead of time( that was the only confusion was if we were getting a guide/ a guide/porter or a guide and porter, it all worked out very well despite zero training on our part. On the last day we hiked up out of Namche,to the helicopter that took us over base camp with a short landing on Kala Patthar before returning back to Lukla and then Kathmandu where Discover Altitude picked us up and generally looked after us from start to finish including a couple of day tours around Kathmandu. It was spectacular , Santosh and Kumar were very caring and you could tell how proud they were of their company and employees.

No. of Person	Price Per Person
1 person	US$1699
2 - 6 people	US$1449
7 - 12 people	US$1349

Everest Base Camp Trek -14 Days

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Day 1:Arrival in the Tribhuwan International Airport and Transfer to your respective hotel - 1350m (4430 Ft)

Day 2:Flight to Lukla 2,860m (9,383ft) and trek to Phakding - 2,610m (8,563ft)

Day 3:Trek to Namche Bazaar - 3440m (11,286ft)

Day 4:Acclimatization Day - Hike to Everest View Hotel - 3,880m (12,730ft)

Day 5:Trek to Tengboche - 3,867m (12,687ft)

Day 6:Trek to Dingboche - 4,410m (14,469ft)

Day 7:Acclimatization day in Dingboche - Hike to Nangkartsang Hill - 5,091m (16,703ft)

Day 8:Trek to Lobuche - 4,910m (16,109ft)

Day 9:Trek to Gorekshep and detour to Everest Base Camp - 5,364m (17,598ft)

Day 10:Optional hike to Kala-patthar 5,545m (18,192ft) and Descend Pheriche - 4,252m (13,950ft)

Day 11:Descend to Namche Bazaar - 3440m (11,286ft)

Day 12:Trek to Lukla - 2,840m (9,318ft)

Day 13:Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu

Day 14:Transfer to International Airport

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