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Everest Base Camp Trek and Helicopter Return

an easy way to reach Base Camp of Mount Everest and to skip the same trail back...

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Taking halt near Everest view hotel on our flight back from Everest base camp
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Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter return
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Everest Base Camp Trekking with Helicopter Return is a new trending feature that provides a first-class experience with an unforgettable land and air adventure during the trek in just 9 days.

Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Returnadds a great addition to your holiday in style with an unrivaled aerial panoramic view of the Himalayas.

The first leg of the trek is hiking up to the base of Everest which takes 8 days to get there and out of which we spend two extra nights at Namche and Dingboche for the acclimatization process.

During this land adventure, you can enjoy the stunning snow-capped mountains, river valleys, alpine meadows, glaciers, and amazing landscapes.

Moreover, the trek passes through ancient Sherpa villages and high settlements where you can experience their culture, tradition, religion, and their sheer hostility.

The second leg of the trek is to fly back to LUKLA which is a 20 minutes flight that offers a whole new perspective of seeing things from the air, that of the terrain you walked, rivers, and the high mountains around the region before flying back to Kathmandu on the same day.

This will add an extra majestic view to exploring the aerial view of the entire KHUMBU REGION by helicopter, which includes the Himalayas, glacier, Khumbu ice-fall, Tengboche monastery, Namche Bazaar, and the stunning view of the Lukla airport.

The adventure journey starts off from Kathmandu taking the flight to Lukla from where we start walking. The trek then goes to Phakding and to Namche Bazaar on the following day where we take an extra night for the acclimatization process.

Then the trek continues to Tengboche and to Dingboche where again we take our last mandatory acclimatization day to get ready for higher ground. The trek then continues to Lobuche, Gorakshep, and detours to Everest base camp to finish off our trek adventure.

The following morning, we take a helicopter flight all the way to Kathmandu to end our journey.

If you are thinking about some other alternative trekking packages related to Everest Trek then Discover Altitude has numerous other related packages related to the Everest Trek which include: Everest Base Camp Trek-15 Days,  Budget Everest Base Camp Trekking, Everest Base Camp for Senior Citizen, Kalapatthar Trek, and many more.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

Luxury Private Trek

Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return is a luxury trek to the base of Mount Everest in a short span of time. This is a well-guided trek all the way to Base Camp in just 8 days.

With 2-night extra acclimatization, you will reach the Base Camp of Mount Everest and without following the same descending trail, trekkers will enjoy the panoramic helicopter ride from the Everest towards Kathmandu.

Best Accommodation

Everest Trek with helicopter return will be 8 night and 9-day trek. Throughout the trek, you will enjoy the best accommodation in the Himalayas with a comfortable room and an attach-bathroom.

Each room will have two separate beds along with a mattress, blanket, and pillow to make you comfortable.

Rooms will have an attached Bathroom at the lower altitude, however, at the higher altitude you will also find attach room but this has to be made as an advance booking. Thus, please make sure you have booked this trip prior to your arrival.

Friendly and Highly Experienced Registered Guide

Discover Altitude team has been working in the tourism industry for more than 2 decades. Our highly experienced registered trekking guide will lead you into the Everest region, his deep knowledge, and expertise of the Himalayas will guide you.

Our guide has trekked into the Everest Base Camp more than 100 times. They are well familiar with the trail, local culture, and customs. Apart from these, they are very familiar with the local Sherpa Community.

This expertise will help trekkers to know more and enjoy the local hospitality of the Sherpa Community.

Full Board Meal

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is a special package designed for trekkers with Full Board Meals during the trek.

This includes all the meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea/Coffee, and Seasonal Fruits). Your accommodation will be in a peaceful environment with a majestic mountain-facing view.

Along with Meals, you will have the best accommodation available. This will help you to trek in a relaxing way without being worried about carrying extra money for your food and accommodation.

Short Time Consuming

Everest Trek with Helicopter Return is a short Everest Trek to the base of Mount Everest. This will be a comfortable way to reach the highest point of Everest at the Base Camp.

Regular Everest Base Camp Trek takes 12 days from Kathmandu to Kathmandu. This will be trekking the same way up to the base camp and descending through the same trail to Lukla.

Thus, the Everest Helicopter return trek will be short and time-consuming, as the trek will be one-way hiking uphill to the base camp and returning back to Kathmandu to explore the panoramic Himalayan vista by Helicopter.

will reduce the extra days required to descend the same way downhill to Kathmandu via Lukla.

Scenic View of the High Himalayas from Helicopter

One of the best deals with Everest Base Camp Trek with Heli Return will be to explore the panoramic view of the Himalayas, during the trek and also while returning back from Helicopter.

While returning through the helicopter you will enjoy mesmerizing views of Khumbu Glaicer, Namche Bazaar, Sherpa Villages and aboveall, the views of high Himalayas including Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu and Makalu. This are the Himalayas above 8000 Meter.

Bidding farewell to the Himalayas, you will fly through the hills into the metropolitian city Kathmandu.

Highlights

  • A scenic domestic flight to the famous Lukla airport
  • Sherpa villages in Khumbu valley like Namche Bazaar, Pangboche, and Dingboche, their local lifestyle and traditions
  • 360 degree view of the highest mountains including Everest from the Everest view hotel
  • Tengboche monastery dates back to the 16th century.
  • Trip to landmark Everest base camp and Khumbu glacier and icefall.
  • Everest View from Kalapatthar and valley
  • Scenic trekking experience and stunning aerial view experience on the way back.
  • Less time-consuming and more adventurous.

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  • Landing At Lukla Airport
  • Mt Everest View From Way To Ebc
  • Photograph At Ebc
  •  Tea House
  •  Acclimatization During Trek

Itinerary

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Day 1:Arrive at the Kathmandu airport and check into your hotel.
  • Accommodation Star Category Hotel
  • Time25 Minute
  • Maximum Altitude1350m/4429ft
Welcoming guests at Kathmandu airport for the trip to Everest base camp and helicopter return.

A representative from Discover Altitude will escort you all the way from the airport and transfer you to your respective hotel in Kathmandu

After refreshments, we meet in the office for a discussion about the trek and introduce to your guide.  

Overnight in Kathmandu

Day 2:City Tour around Kathmandu
  • Accommodation Star Category Hotel
  • MealsBreakfast
  • Time5 Hours
  • Maximum Altitude1350m/4429ft
visiting UNESCO world heritage sites during the tour in Kathmandu.

Today our city guide will meet you in the Hotel and takes you around the Swyambhu Nath Temple (Monkey Temple), Patan Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, and Bouddhanath Stupa which are world heritage sites.

This day tour will help you to explore the history, culture, and religion of entire Nepal.

Overnight in Kathmandu

Day 3:Fly to Lukla, and trek to Phakding
  • Accommodation Lodge | Tea-House
  • MealsBreakfast | Lunch | Dinner
  • Time3-4 hours
  • Maximum Altitude2610m /8563ft

In the morning you will start early for the Lukla flight. The flight takes about 30 minutes to reach Lukla. Explore Lukla and the trek starts towards Phakding.

A beautiful morning view of the Famous Lukla airport is pictured after our arrival in Lukla.

This will be an easy trail all the way to Phakding where you will encounter beautiful forests, rivers, and sherpa villages on the trail.

Overnight in Phakding

Day 4:Hike to Namche Bazaar
  • Accommodation Lodge | Tea-House
  • MealsBreakfast | Lunch | Dinner
  • Time6 -7 Hours
  • Maximum Altitude344Om/11286ft

An easy hike uphill through beautiful forests, crossing several suspension bridges with magnificent views of the Himalayas. This hike will bless you with the first view of Mount Everest along with other beautiful mountain views.

Namche Bazaar is pictured from a hilltop during the trip.

 

Day 5:Acclimatization Day (3880M/12730Ft)
  • Accommodation Lodge | Tea-House
  • MealsBreakfast | Lunch | Dinner
  • Time4 Hours
  • Maximum Altitude3880m/12730ft

For acclimatization, you will hike at Everest view hotel which is one of the best-view hotel in Namche Bazaar owned by the Japanese. 

You also can see several mountain views along the trail and from the hotel including Mount Everest.

Guests are taking teas and enjoying the view at Everest view hotel during the acclimatization hike. 

Later, descend back to Namche Bazaar and have a free day to explore the Sherpa capital. Overnight at Namche Bazaar.

Day 6:Trek Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
  • Accommodation Lodge | Tea-House
  • MealsBreakfast | Lunch | Dinner
  • Time6 Hours
  • Maximum Altitude3840m/12598ft

Today will be a little easy walk, more open to nature and the Himalayas. As we hike higher you are more exposed to the open Himalayas, bidding farewell to the forest. You can see more beautiful mountains and snow-melted rivers.

Hike for 3 hours to stop at the Lunch point and with a steep climb you will reach Tengboche, Afternoon explore the highest-situated monastery of Tengbuche.

Overnight in Tengbuche

 

Famous Tengboche monastery and Mount Khumbi-la are in the background. 

 

Day 7:Trek to Dingboche
  • Accommodation Lodge | Tea-House
  • MealsBreakfast | Lunch | Dinner
  • Time6 Hours
  • Maximum Altitude4400m/14436ft

The trek today is a descent to Debuche and then an easy walk through the alpine forest until the bridge. After this, it slowly climbs to Pangboche village which is a major Sherpa village in the region and the trail to the other will take it towards Ama Dablam Base Camp.

After this, it's another 45 minutes walk to Somare where we stop for lunch. Your hike continues for another 2-hour to reach Dingboche.

Overnight in Dingbuche

Dingboche village and amazing sunset view on Mount Lhotse.

 

Day 8:Acclimatization Day (5091M/16703Ft)
  • Accommodation Lodge | Tea-House
  • MealsBreakfast | Lunch | Dinner
  • Time5 Hours
  • Maximum Altitude4400m/14436ft

For acclimatization today you will hike towards a hill that is about 5000 meters. This will bless you with a magnificent panoramic view of the wide range of Himalayas.

After spending a couple of hours you will descend towards Dingbuche.

Overnight in Dingboche.

Day 9:Trek to Lobuche
  • Accommodation Lodge | Tea-House
  • MealsBreakfast | Lunch | Dinner
  • Time5 Hours
  • Maximum Altitude4910m/16109ft

Today you will head towards Lobuche which takes about 5 hours to reach. This is a little steep climb uphill then it is an easy walk on the grassland until Thukla.

Here you stop for lunch and the hike continues to the memorial place, with an easy walk you will reach Lobuche.

Overnight in Lobuche

A stunning view of Mount Nuptse with sunset is pictured from Lobuche village.

Overnight in Lobuche

Day 10:LOBUCHE to GORAKSHEP and DAY TOUR to EVEREST BASE CAMP
  • Accommodation Lodge | Tea-House
  • MealsBreakfast | Lunch | Dinner
  • Time7 Hours
  • Maximum Altitude5164m/16,942ft

Your morning starts after breakfast and it takes about 3 hours of walking to reach Gorekshep with its magnificent views of the Himalayas and the Khumbu glacier.

Upon reaching Gorekshep, you will check in to the tea house and enjoy lunch to start a day tour towards Everest Base camp.

Everest Base Camp (5364M) is the base of Mount Everest, spend a couple of hours exploring the Himalayas and descend towards Gorakshep.

Overnight in Gorakshep

Take a moment and enjoy at Everest base camp looking towards the Khumbu icefall.

 

Day 11:Hike to Kalapatthar (5545M) and Fly back to Kathmandu
  • Accommodation Star Category Hotel
  • MealsBreakfast/ Lunch and Farewell Dinner
  • Time2 Hour
  • Maximum Altitude1350m/4429ft

Start early for the Kalapatthar, the highest point of the entire trek for the splendid view of the Himalayas and the sunrise view over the snow-covered mountains.

This will be about a 3-hour hike and from here you can have the best view of Everest and other mountains.

Descend back to Goreshep for the last breakfast in the mountain and take a Helicopter ride all the way back to Kathmandu.

In the evening there will be a farewell dinner to celebrate the trip and to share your experience.

Overnight in Kathmandu

Day 12:Final Departure
  • MealsBreakfast

This will be your last day in Nepal. Our representative from Discover Altitude will escort you in a private car to the international airport for your journey back home at your scheduled flight time.

 

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Cost Details

Included

  • The airport picks up and drops off by the private vehicle.
  • Hotel in Kathmandu for three nights
  • Sightseeing around Kathmandu.
  • Private vehicle for sightseeing.
  • Tour guide for sightseeing.
  • Round trip flight in and out to Lukla by plane.
  • Helicopter ride back from Gorekshep to Kathmandu on sharing basis.
  • All night accommodation in lodge during the trek on twin sharing basis (please inquire if you need private accommodation)
  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cup of tea or coffee during the trip.
  • All required permits for trekking.
  • Licensed Guide and strong porter (one porter for two people)
  • Accommodation, food, salary, and insurance for guide and porter.
  • Farewell dinner at the end of the trip.
  • All government taxes

Excluded

  • Entrance fees while visiting UNESCO world heritage sites during sightseeing in Kathmandu.
  • Your trekking insurances and evacuation in an emergency.
  • Hard drinks, cold drinks, and bottled water.
  • Wi-Fi, hot showers, and battery charging during the trek (unless it is free)
  • Gratitude for guide and porters.
  • All those things that are not mentioned above in included section.

Risk free booking & Free Cancellation.

Useful Info

Required Trek Permits for Everest Base Camp trek with Helicopter Return

  • TIMS Permit (Trekking Information Management System)
  • Pasang Lhamu Municipality Entrance Permit.
  • Sagarmatha National Park Entrance Permit.

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15 day Everest Base Camp & Gokyo Lakes Trek with Chola Pass

15-day Everest Base Camp & Gokyo Lakes Trek with Chola Pass.
Let me start off by saying... DO IT!!!.
It was the most amazing and memorable experience I have ever had.
If I could give a 100 stars, I would!!!!
Where can I start? We booked this trip on very short notice. The 15-day trek of Everest Base camp and Gokyo lakes with Cholo pass.
Our guide was the amazing Bikram Khadka or as we called him BK Daai (Dai meaning older brother).

We met Kumar, Santosh & BK Dai in Thamel, Kathmandu, a couple of days before. Spoke over the plan and what to expect on the trek, including potential altitude sickness, and paid the rest of what we owed, (paying the deposit while we were still in the UK). BK dai also helped us get little bits and bobs from Kathmandu for our trek, like renting sleeping bags, etc., which was helpful.

We knew we were in the monsoon season, so we knew what to expect. In Kathmandu, our flight to Lukla was delayed, with BK Dai worrying we might have to get it. Luckily, after about a 2-hour wait, we were lucky, and our flight went through, luck being the keyword for our whole trip.

On our trek, BK Dai had us put in the best available room, where available and made sure we were extremely comfortable (it being off-season helped with this as more availability).

The hike from Lukla to Phakding was hard, in the heat, but we made it in 3 hours. Had a sleep at a really nice hotel. The next day we left around 7 am (the usual time we started hiking throughout the whole trip) and made our way to Namche Bazaar. He made sure we were okay all the way through, explained interesting facts and points throughout the trip, and most importantly thing, made us laugh all the way through this trip. In Namche, we stayed at the Footrest Lodge, where he introduced us to his friend Gopal, an amazing and hard-working person. We stayed there 2 nights to acclimatize. After the first night, we had a clear morning, and BK Dai woke us up at around 5:30 am to take us to our first and only sighting of Everest, which was amazing. Due to the clouds, throughout the trip it was difficult. That was BK Dai, he always woke up early to see how the weather was and made sure we got the best things to see.

Our initial plan was to go to Gokyo first and then to Everest Base Camp, but BK dai recommended, we should do the Everest Base Camp first, as Gokyo Lake/Cholo pass is extremely difficult, which it was (not for the faint-hearted, but amazingly rewarding).
We agreed and went on the route to Everest.

We made our way up the trek staying over in a couple of towns, stopping in Pheriche to acclimatise then Lobuche one night before we made it to Gorakshep. On the day we arrived at Gorakshep, we dropped our bags and went straight to Everest Base Camp, which was a tad bit treacherous, with land/rock slides and loose rocks being the path and nothing else. But, BK Dai knew exactly what and where he was going, which was comforting.

The next day it was far too cloudy for Kalapatthar, so we headed back down to make our way to Gokyo Lakes. We stayed in Dzongla for the night and early next morning made our way to Gokyo Lakes through Chola Pass, and it was probably the hardest thing, way harder than the Everest Base Camp Trek. It was amazing, exciting, dangerous, and adrenaline-pumping. There were moments when we had to climb using ropes, walk over glaciers, encounter heavy snow, and the last 1 hour or so, vertically climb a cliff face. It was exhausting, but my god it was rewarding. Gokyo Lake was beautiful, but again, heavy clouds prevented us from going to Gokyo Ri.

We were lucky many times throughout this trip, we never got altitude sickness, and as BK Dai always said, if you are hungry it's a good sign, which I was, all the time. We were also very lucky with the weather on some days, the views, the flight to Lukla & back. There were others we met going down, who didn't even see Everest or missed their flight and had to trek for 3 days and then get a jeep.

Throughout this trip, we made many friends, clients from abroad, and guides and porters.

BK dai to use was more than a guide, he was more than a friend, he was like our brother. I am not sure what this trip would have been like without him, he made it perfect and went beyond his work. From the bottom of my heart, I have nothing but love from him for making this amazing.

It's incredible how much I miss him, all his stories, his jokes, his energetic personality.
I can't wait to see him already.

Thank you, I will never forget this in my lifetime.

With a heartfelt love,

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Gokul R, France

Best place to assist trek

I have completed 14 14-day Annapurna trek with Discover Altitude.
I was born and raised up in a metropolitan. The materialist surroundings are around me from the day I opened my eyes. But, something was always lacking inside. Every single day, I wanted to go away from all this. Later on I explored that my inner being resided in nature i.e. mountains, Himalayan, forest, etc. Then I searched to go for a mountain expedition.

In a random search, I contacted Discover Altitude and booked the earlier mentioned trek.
Throughout the trek, the people from Discover Altitude were very cosy and friendly. Especially, Kumar sir and Basu swami were compassionate more than a human can be expected for. They behaved me not as client but as a friend whom they had known for a long. All the arrangements and the food they provided were very hygienic and according to my preference.
Thanks to the whole team of Discover Altitude.

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Binita K, India

Life time experience

Discover Altitude Trek pvt. Ltd. is the best option to go for mountainous tour. They are very much connected to the lòcals one needs on the way during the trek. The arrangements they do are also of very much standard quality.

I have gone for Everest Base camp Comfort trek 15 days with the Discover Altitude. The trek was mind blowing. The host team were like family. They were loving and very caring.

I would like to recommend to all who want to in the lap of nature be with Discover Altitude and fulfil your dream

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Khusbu, United States

Only organisation to trek with Discover Altitude Treks

Discover Altitude is the best institution where you can fulfill the dream of being in the lap of nature. During my Manaslu trek, Discover Altitude helped me a lot by taking care of my necessities and priorities. The team assisted me by every means from shopping to departure. They were very sensitive towards every detail.

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Manoj, United Kingdom

Majestic Everest Base Camp Trek

It was my first experience above an altitude of 4,000 meters....although found it difficult at the beginning, from Namche treks was a bit relaxing after a rest day. Thanks to Amar my guide who was really amazing...highly recommended Discover Altitude Team for their arrangement and professionalism. My dream of being at the base camp of the highest mountain finally came into reality...

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Sadit G, United States

Solo female 8 days trek in monsoon - a bit crazy but safe and def happy. Amar and Krishna ROCK

Organizers Kumar and Santosh - are kind, accessible, responsive, attentive, helpful, and hard-working people, Amar guide and Krishna porter - were like my brothers, I’m grateful for the experience shared with these two on my 8 days hike, it had a lot of difficulties due to monsoon but in a good company all becomes an adventure, because in the end, especially in the Himalayas: no pain no gain?! Daniebat

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Celloasia, Japan

Amazing Everest Heli tour and Chitwan Safari with Discover Altitude Treks ..

I am thrilled to share my incredible experience with Discover Altitude Trek's Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour and Chitwan Safari. Both adventures were beyond my expectations and left me with memories that will last a lifetime.
Embarking on the Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour and Chitwan Safari with them was a privilege beyond words. The helicopter tour granted breathtaking aerial views of Everest's splendor, impeccably guided by Santosh. The Chitwan Safari, a mesmerizing jungle encounter, offered close wildlife encounters and seamless accommodations. Santosh's exceptional leadership and meticulous attention to detail ensured a flawless experience. Discover Altitude Trek's unwavering commitment to excellence and the team's passionate dedication made these journeys truly extraordinary.

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suchen s, United States

2 day private tour Kathmandu

To see and experience Kathmandu in just 2 days including a sunrise in the Himalayas and a slaughter ritual is a challenge. But with Kumar, it works in a relaxed atmosphere. He feels good where your interests lie. This makes the experience even more intense in a relaxed way.
I can recommend him.

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Jeroen, Australia

FAQs

Q1. 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.

Q2. 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.

Q3. 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.

Q4. 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.

Q5. 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.

Q6. 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.

Q7. 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)

Q8. 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.

Q9. 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.

Q10. 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.

Trip Facts

  • Duration12 Days
  • DestinationNepal
  • Difficulty LevelModerate
  • Max Altitude5364m/17598ft

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2 people - 6 peopleUS$2950
7 people - 12 peopleUS$2750
13 people - 22 peopleUS$2550
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