The Everest Base Camp trek is the perfect way to see the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas at their best – and to see Mount Everest base camp in person.
Nepal is wedged between the Himalayas and the steamy jungles of the Indian plains. It is a land of snowy peaks, Sherpas, yaks, yetis, monasteries and mantras. Our Everest Base Camp hike is the ultimate way to experienve everything trekking in Nepal can offer the adventurous soul.
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Ever since Nepal first opened its borders to outsiders in the 1950s, this tiny mountain nation has had an irresistible mystical allure for travellers. Today, legions of trekkers are drawn to the Himalaya’s most iconic and accessible hiking, some of the world’s best, with rugged trails to Everest, the Annapurnas and beyond.
To trek the Himalayas is a truly unique experience. Nowhere else can you trek for days or even weeks in incredible mountain scenery, secure in the knowledge that a hot meal, cosy lodge and warm slice of apple pie await you at the end of the day. Nepal is nirvana for mountain lovers.
Nepal first opened its borders to outsiders in the 1950s. This tiny mountain nation has been an allure for travellers ever since. The world’s best climbs lie here with trails to Everest and beyond. Nowhere else can you trek for days or weeks in mountain scenery, secure in the knowledge that a hot meal, cosy lodge and warm slice of apple pie await you. Nepal is heaven for mountain lovers due to its diversity.
Nepal is in South Asia, bordered by the People’s Republic of China and also the Republic of India. The sheer diversity that Nepal includes steamy jungle to the icy peaks of the world’s highest mountains. Trekking, mountaineering and rafting in spectacular scenery are just three things Nepal is famous for. Activities such as Elephant Polo and also micro-light flights through the mountains demonstrate that here, the only boundary is you imagination. With many Wildlife Parks, Nepal is one of the last places on earth you can spot the Asiatic rhinoceros and the Royal Bengal Tiger.
For many, Nepal’s greatest appeal is its people. The traditions and famous hospitality are a major part of what makes Nepal so special. From remote mountain villages to medieval hill-towns and the ancient cities of the Kathmandu Valley, the people of Nepal are always friendly. See the strong and unique flavours of Nepalese cuisine, prepared with love and a depth of flavour or join in at one of the many festivals year round.
The Everest Base Camp Trek
The Mount Everest Base Camp trek isn’t even like heading to southeast Asia with a backpack. It requires will power and planning but it’s worth it! Trekking Everest Base Camp is the perfect way to see the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas at their best – and to see Everest in person.
No experience is needed for our Everest Base Camp tours, but we recommend you practice and train well. You will require a reasonable amount of fitness and a strong will to succeed. Remember that you are walking between 4 and 8 hours a day, uphill to an altitude of 5300m. Training should involve long uphill walks (with a daypack) to accustom yourself to long distance hiking.
On the first day, we depart from UK and fly to arrive in Kathmandu.
Today is a free day in Kathmandu. Explore the bustling streets of Thamel, head to a tea house, eat freshly-cooked momos or visit one of many Buddhist temples around the city at your leisure.
After flying to Lukla, we will start the trek, setting off for a gentle walk to Phakding, a further 3 hours to the North. The trail leads through Lukla, past hotels, shops on to the edge of the Lukla plateau where the trail drops to meet the intersection of the Jiri trail at Chablung.
From here the trail follows the Dudh Kosi north through the village of Ghat and then finally to Phakding for the overnight stay.
The trail heads beside the Dudh Kosi and continues upstream along the banks to the confluence of the Bhote Kosi and Dudh Kosi. After crossing the large suspension bridge, the trail starts ascending through pine tree forests to reach the distinctive horse-shoe shaped bowl village of Namche Bazar where we will stop overnight.
Today will be a rest day for acclimatization. Namache is famous for it’s market, so offers some brilliant opportunities to discover the local produce and culture.
If you rise early, those who go for a climb to the ridge above Namche will be rewarded with the stunning dawn and sunrise over the panorama of the Khumbu peaks.
Today we will steadily descend to the Imja river. We will then climb steadily for about 2 hours to Thyangboche Monastery, one of the most beautiful places in the world.
Today we will Trek up the Imja river valley to Pangboche where we will be given the opportunity to visit the Monastery.
After lunch, the Trek will take us through to the village of Dingboche.
Today is another rest and acclimatization day at Dingboche.
Today the aim is to trek around the base of the Khumbu glacier and have a light lunch at Dhugla, before a steep climb to Lobuche village.
Today we trek to Everest Base Camp.
Once we reach the base camp we turn around and head back to Gorak Shep for the evening.
For those who want to climb Kala Pattar this morning is the time to do it. With an early start you walk up the hill to Kala Pattar to see the sunrise. You then go back to the tea house for breakfast before making the trek back down the trail to Pangboche.
Trek from Pangboche to Khumjung (3790m).
Today we say good bye to our views of Everest, we take the short walk to Namche Bazaar where we will stop for lunch & cake and some last minute shopping! Once we have finished we will head on to Monjo for the night
Trek from Monjo to Lukla (2800m).
After an early breakfast at the lodge, we fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel.
Today is a free day to explore Kathmandu at your leisure.
Today we head to the airport for our return flights back to the UK.
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“If you want to realise your dreams, the team at The Bucket List Company need to be your travel companions. From the ease of booking, preparing kit lists and training encouragement to the summiting of Mt Kilimanjaro, the team are there to support you 100% of the way. The knowledge and in country support was amazing. We came back a team of successful climbers, full of knowledge and experiences of Tanzania and her wonders.
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£200 Deposit & £2599 as a one off payment or 23 payments at £113.00
Book now01/10/2021 2599
£200 Deposit & £2599 as a one off payment or 28 payments at £92.82
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