How to plan a trip from Kathmandu to Everest base camp trek
Essential tips for trekkers How to plan a trip from Kathmandu to Everest base camp? Given below;
1: Book EBC trek with local trekking company Kathmandu
2: Hire a best guide and porter throw reputed trekking agency Nepal
3: Prepare trekking TIMS and permit
4: Pack lightly
5: Carry best personal gears
6: Go slowly with proper acclimatization at Namche and Dingboche
7: Be vegetarian (meat item are not hygienic)
Those who are planning the Everest base camp trek should know that the trek will take not less than 12 days. It will take 8 days to reach the base camp and the return trip will take another 4 days. Those who are desirous of undertaking a trip to EBC can easily learn how to plan a trip from Kathmandu to Everest base camp by listening to or going through the details provided by local adventure company or those who had already undertaken the hiking in mount Everest trip.
Everest base camp trek from Kathmandu, Nepal
After taking the flight from Kathmandu to Lukla airport the tourists may walk for couple of days and reach Namche Bazaar which is considered as the capital of the Everest trek region.
After spending two days in Namche Bazaar to acclimatize in the high altitude, travelers can start the trek to Everest base camp which will take 5 – 6 days.
An outline itinerary that shows you; how to plan a trip from Kathmandu to Everest base camp info with distance?
Day 01: Arrival day in Nepal
Day 02: Flight to Lukla; trek to Phakding
Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar
Day 04: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization
Day 05: Trek to Tengboche
Day 06: Trek to Dingboche
Day 07: Acclimatization day at Dingboche
Day 08: Trek to Lobuche
Day 09: Trek to GorakShep
Day 10: Hike Kalapattar then back to Pheriche
Day 11: Trek to Namche Bazaar
Day 12: Trek to Lukla
Day 13: Flight to Kathmandu
A complete guide to Everest base camp trek will be highly useful while planning the trip. Though one can visit Everest base camp at any time throughout the year, the most ideal periods are second week of March to first week of June and October to middle of December. Those who visit these places during these periods get the clearest views of the natural scenes since the skies will be clear during these days.
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Either private trip or group joining tour to EBC
While planning the Everest base camp trek, one has to decide whether to go for a private trip or join a group in fixed departure dates. Those who opt for group tour can make the trip less expensive but cannot make any adjustments of their own with regard to the route.
We are arranging group tours to Everest base camp from Kathmandu. But group joining trip is not recommended. Those who undertake private tours can make adjustments of the route as they require and get best experience. Private trip to Everest base camp is highly recommended.
Those who know how to plan a trip from Kathmandu to Everest base camp will ensure that they take the permits throw reputed trekking agency or NTB as well as the National park entrance tickets from the Sagarmatha national park office Manjo.
We suggest all travelers to carry all require things and gear for Everest base camp trek. Check the Everest base camp trek packing list and make sure to keep in backpack.
How to reach Everest base camp from Kathmandu
Some alternative option for Kathmandu to Everest trek and tour package programs are listed below. You can choose highest peak exploration trip as per your budget and requirements.
1: Kathmandu to EBC flight
Everest experience Mountain flight is the best and easy way to see Mount Everest from the window of airplane. 1 hrs mountain flight from Kathmandu takes you to the very close distance of Mount Everest then flight back to Kathmandu.
2: Kathmandu to EBC by drive
Nepal Tibet (China) border are closed for a long time in this way direct Kathmandu to Everest base camp by jeep overland trip is not possible at this moment. Be in touch for border open notice and further update to visit north side Everest base camp Tibet.
Beside that there are other possibilities about Kathmandu to Everest base camp drive via Jiri, or Salleri then you have to walk for 12 to 15 days to reach EBC.
3: Kathmandu to EBC helicopter
Helicopter trip is a day trip to Everest base camp from Kathmandu.
4: Kathmandu to Everest base camp trip with Lukla flight
Kathmandu to lukla by flight then trek to Everest base camp is the most popular way to go to visit south base camp of Everest. Breathtaking scenery, unique Sherpa culture and warm Nepalese hospitality make your trip a great achievement.
From the complete guide to Everest base camp trek one can get clear idea regarding the total expenses of the trek. After arriving at Everest base camp the trekkers may go to EBC to be in the highest peak base camp and Kalapatthar to see the great view of highest peak.
Now you are clear about How to plan a trip from Kathmandu to Everest base camp, if you would like to go to discover Everest area write us. We are happy to organize Everest base camp trek and tour package according to your desire and duration of holidays.