Everest Base Camp Trek -13 Day Itinerary
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Everest Base Camp Trek -13 Day Itinerary

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Trip Facts
Duration13 Days
Trip GradeModerate - Strenuous
CountryNepal
Maximum Altitude5545m (Kalapathar)
Best TimeSpring & Autumn
Overview

Don't you wanna grab this great opportunity to enjoy a wonderful adventure trekking in the footstep of Everest?

The Everest base camp trekking trip has always been one of the bucket list trekking destinations for entire traveler enthusiasts across the world, if you are one of them then get ready to plan today for the amazing trekking experience of a lifetime through the world's most dazzling corner of the Himalayas.

The EBC hike is perhaps one of the premium and captivating journeys on the planet; A classic Hiking trip to Everest base camp on the lap of the highest peak on earth with a beautiful combination of Sherpa culture is something beyond our imaginations and as it always offers breathtaking sceneries throughout the journey.

Our 13-day Everest base camp hiking itinerary is a comfortable program that is designed to be high altitude friendly, this program has included 2 days for acclimatization on a trek in the mountain.

On this trek, you will be part of the world's most beautiful places in the mountains walking through the popular Sherpa villages of Lukla, Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche, and Labuche, A journey to Everest base camp is perhaps one of the finest and praised destinations on the planet.

However, its journey will be fully admired by the vibrant culture and traditions of the friendly Sherpa people alongside the world's highest and most magnificent mountain peaks of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Thamserku, and many others being surrounded by peaks into the magical valley of the Khumbu region.

Trekking to Everest Base Camp is one of the best treks, probably there is nothing more special than this venture on Earth.

However, the EBC trek is fairly challenging compared to other treks in Nepal but it doesn't mean to say you need high skills in climbing, it's a normal hike and a perfect journey for those who are happily ready to walk 4-to 5 hours a day at your own pace.

The 13 Days Everest camp trek commences after an exciting 35 minutes flight to Lukla. It’s a hustle and bustle Sherpa hub of the Everest region, after tackling all your essentially gears up at Lukla the trek will take you through the stunning famous Sherpa villages and settlements including villages of Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche Lobuche, Gorakshep, etc which belong in Sagarmatha national park (a UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site), in this manner, farmland, ancients monasteries, enjoying the close view of gorgeous soaring mountains of Everest, Lhotse, Thamserku, Island peak, Nuptse, etc along the way.

This is certainly a life-changing journey that brings a lot of sources of happiness by exploring and meeting a local lifestyle and their friendly hospitality, our 12 days EBC program also combines with the best viewpoint of Kalapathar (5545m), the view from Kalapahar is breathtaking, Captures fantastic panoramic views of the mighty mountains and sunrise views from the top of Kalapathar.

The best time of the year to do this trek is in Spring and Autumn, there are March, April, May - September, October, ad November, EBC or any treks in Nepa during these months are the best with the mile temperature, you will be able to enjoy the trek fully with the crystal clear views of the mountains and its landscape.

The 13 Days guided trip ensures all the accommodations, all the required trekking permits, experienced and friendly guides, both-way flight tickets, tea houses, full board meals, etc. during the trek.

If you are ready to take a step towards the mountain then you’re welcome to be part of this adventure which will be escorted by one of the best and most experienced Sherpa guides to gain knowledge about our fascinating culture, the Himalayan mountains, and the best of the wilderness in depth.

If you are looking for a more adventurous trek to challenge yourself in the mountain then you may choose our Everest Cho La Pass Trek and Everest High Pass Trek. Travelers may look at our exciting offer for the short Everest base camp hike, Langtang Valley trek, and Annapurna base camp trek as well.

Additional Benefits

  • Free Airport transportation on arrival and departure days. 
  • Trekking equipment such as the Sleeping bag, Down jacket, and walking poles (rental is included if needed)
  • Duffle bag if required  (Optional) 
  • Souvenir: Trekking route map/browser and printed ART's hiking T-shirt
  • An Oximeter to measure your Oxygen and Pulse at a high altitude to find out your accurate health condition while you are trekking in the mountain.
  • WOKI TOKI - for communication during the trek

Highlights

  • Dramatic mountain flight to one of the most popular air routes in the world with magical views of its landscape.
  • Explore a unique Sherpa Culture, tradition, and lifestyle during your 12 days trek
  • Cross the High suspension Bridges and witness the views of hanging wheeled prayer flags around
  • Kiss the close-up views of the Stunning Mountains like Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama-Dablam, Island Peak, and so on en route to Everest Base Camp
  • Follow the footprints of Sir. Admon Hilary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa (The first Everest summiteers in 1953)
  • Foot to the Base camp of the world's tallest peak and hike through its beautiful scenery
  • Short excursion hike to Kalapathar to witness the Magnificent view of Mount Everest and sunrise over the Himalayan range of Everest. 
  • Trekking with a friendly and experienced local guide, learning different things about Nepal.

Please note: The trekking times indicated Below are approximate and are best used as general guidelines. During the Everest Base Camp Trek, you’ll be able to travel freely at your own pace. We also recommend arriving in Kathmandu at least one day before your scheduled itinerary begins; this will allow you to meet with our trekking team in advance to learn more about your planned activities. Staying in Kathmandu for one-two extra day for acclimatization if required, also it is helpful at the end of the itinerary and will also provide you with a more flexible schedule in the event that mountain flights between Kathmandu and Lukla are delayed due to weather.

Itinerary

Everest Base Camp Trek -13 Day Itinerary Day-by-day Plan Itinerary

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Max Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft Meals: Breakfast (Included)Accommodation: Hotel Thamel Park
Max Altitude: 2,800m/9,187ft Meals: Lunch and Dinner (Included)Accommodation: Azalia HotelDuration: 3-4 hrs approx
Max Altitude: 3,438m/11,280ft Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)Accommodation: Sakura/ Alpine LodgeDuration: 5-6 hrs approx
Max Altitude: 3,438m/11,280ft Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)Accommodation: Sakura/ Alpine LodgeDuration: 2-3 hrs approx
Max Altitude: 3,870m/12,697ft Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)Accommodation: Budha/ Himalaya lodgeDuration: 5-6 hrs approx
Max Altitude: 4,360m/14,305ft Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)Accommodation: Good Luck LodgeDuration: 4-5 hrs approx
Max Altitude: 4,360m/14,305ft Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)Accommodation: Good Luck LodgeDuration: 2-3 hrs approx
Max Altitude: (4,910 m/16,105 ft) Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)Accommodation: Motherearth LodgeDuration: 4-5 hrs approx
Max Altitude: 5,364m/17,599ft Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)Accommodation: Himalaya LodgeDuration: 5-6 hrs approx
Max Altitude: 5,545m/18,193ft Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)Accommodation: Pumori/ Phriche lodgeDuration: 5-6 hrs approx
Max Altitude: 3,438m/11,280ft Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)Accommodation: Sakura/ Footrest lodgeDuration: 5-6 hrs approx
Max Altitude: 2,800m/9,187ft Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Included)Accommodation: Northfiled LodgeDuration: 6-7 hrs approx
Max Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft Meals: Breakfast (Included)Accommodation: Hotel Thamel ParkDuration: Breakfast (Included)
Cost Details

Everest Base Camp Trek -13 Day Itinerary Cost Details

Includes
  • Free International Airport- Hotel- Airport pick up and drop off by private car/Jeep/ Hiace.
  • Meals on the full-board basis (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner/ the main course) during the trek in the mountain.
  • Alpine Ramble’s experienced, government licensed, English speaking trekking guide.
  • All salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport, and insurance for the guide.
  • All necessary papers including Everest national park permit and TIMS card (Trekking Information Management System) 
  • Trekking equipment such as the Sleeping bag, and down jacket on request (optional)
  • Trekking lodges (Tea House) throughout the trek
  • Assistant guide for group 6 or above
  • Airfare from Kathmandu – Lukla - Kathmandu including airport departure tax in the both Kathmandu and Lukla airport
  • Supplementary snacks: energy bar, crackers, and cookies, etc.
  • Seasonal fresh fruits desert every evening after dinner.
  • Appreciation of certificate after the successful trek.
  • Farewell Dinner at a typical Nepalese restaurant with traditional music and dance
  • Alpine Ramble’s complimentary free T-shirt/  route map and a duffel bag (if required)
  • Oximeter to measure your oxygen and Pulse level during the trek in the mountain, it’s very useful for all the trekkers to be aware of the high altitude sickness.
  • Compressive first aid box (Guide will carry it throughout the trek).
  • Emergency rescue operation assistance in arranging in case of complex health condition (funded by your Travel Insurance)
  • All government, Local taxes/ vat, and official Expenses
Excludes
  • Nepal entry visa fees (you can easily issue the visa on arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu). $25 USD for 15 days Visa.
  • Extra accommodation and meals behind schedule (Foods and accommodations before or after the trek) 
  • Extra drinks as alcoholic & non-alcoholic such as Fanta, Coca-cola, sprite, water, beer, etc.
  • Additional costs by out of management control due to the landscape, weather conditions, illness, changes in government policies, strikes, physical condition, etc.
  • Surplus luggage charges for domestic airport
  • Personal expenses such as snacks, laundry, telephone, WIFI, hot shower, etc at tea houses on a trek.
  • Travel insurance has to cover emergency rescue evacuation from the high-altitude 
  • Personal trekking equipment for this trek 
  • Tips for guide and staff, (Tipping is expected
  • Any other expenses that are not mentioned in the Price Include section of this trek.
Departures

Everest Base Camp Trek -13 Day Itinerary Dates and Price

Private Trip

Check our available trip departure dates and costs for the 13-Day Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary. However, the set start dates listed are particularly quoted for the group joining opportunity if the listed are not suitable for you and want to customize this trip, please feel free to contact us for your customized departure date. Meanwhile, The Private trips are available on any date of your selection that suits you at any time of the year at your convenience. Get in touch for your private trip and date as you preferred.

Must-Know

Essential Information

Best Time to do the EBC trek

When we are on a set to travel, we all have a primary concern about the weather in our minds. it's super important to choose the right and the best time to travel and make a worthwhile holiday trip. The favorable month/ seasons of the year to do the Everest base camp trek is Autumn (Sep-Nov), and Spring (March-May)! It's undoubtedly the best season of the year and offers crystal clear Shining Himalayas views and its landscape, you could enjoy the trek more with a better view! The temperature is moderate, it's not very hot and cold. If you wish to avoid crowds this trip during winter (Dec., Jan., and Feb.) could also be the best option.

Accommodations on Trek

Accommodation in Kathmandu, you would be staying at the best hotel basically 3-4 stars, on a twin-sharing basis. But Accommodations in the trekking are very basic where you will get a room with pillows, a warm and nice blanket, attach bathroom if it’s available with comfortable beds during the 13 days Everest base camp trek, if you are single you get the single bedroom as well with hygienic food, The Menu for food and accommodation have fixed by local management community.

Meals on the Trek

The Everest base camp trek route has numerous tea houses along the way and every single tea house have a menu system with different ethnic cuisines foods as well as western meals on the Menu; you could pick up any kind of meal you like to have during the trek, we would highly recommend the vegetable items instead of Meat because the meat in the mountain can be effected some time because it may not be used to it for the new travelers in this region. But some places provide you with typical Nepali meals which are different types of international meals. These are prepared by the local supplement. Every tourist Lodge has a well-trained cook, basically paying attention to clean, hygienic, fresh, and nice tasty foods. The variety of drinks and every lodge has safe drinking water or mineral bottles of water you could buy. If you buy a water purification tablet from Kathmandu you can take water from the tap and purify it yourself. This will be cheaper and help to control plastic pollution as well. The water you could buy everywhere in the Everest region at a reasonable price but the price would go high when you go to high-altitude areas. We also recommend you buy boiled water instead of cold which keeps your body warm.

Safety and satisfaction

SAFETY IS OUR TOP PRIORITY- NOTHING IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN THE SAFETY AND HEALTH OF OUR CLIENTS AND EMPLOYEES.

Our 12 Days Everest Base Camp Itinerary is a fully guided trek where you will get a highly experienced and knowledgeable English-speaking and friendly local guide who'd be accompanied by the group from the moment you land to the end of the journey. Our guides are fully insured and have been well trained by the government of Nepal, we work with certified guides. However, our leaders or guides will be carrying all the essential equipment with a first aid kit for safety reasons during the trek; Somehow, we also suggest taking some of your own medical kits if you have the ones. Just in case, if any one of our group members has any trouble with mountain sickness or any unforeseen circumstances during the trek in the mountain then we will always be standing by to send a rescue helicopter to bring our clients back. In this case, we may ask your travel insurance to claim the funds for your rescue, so make sure you have reliable travel insurance covering medical evacuation and an emergency rescue helicopter up to 600 m.

Note: During the trek, make sure you are always in the safe zone of the place wherever you are while trekking on the mountain because you may encounter a number of mules, yaks are carrying the suppliers for hotels, Yaks Donkey and Jokpa use for the major transportations in the Himalayas region, as we always need to be aware with them, and stay at the safe place, especially at the narrow section of the trail.

Passport and Visa

Travelers can get an- On Arrival Visa at Tribhuvan International Airport Kathmandu, Nepal upon arrival. The visa fee for a three-month tourist- visa is 40 USD; it's playable at the airport. Please note that your holding passport should be validated at least six months from the date of your arrival. Meanwhile, travelers of Indian and Chinese nationalities are not required to pay this fee since the country declared a free visa for these 2 countries!

Travel Insurance

For Safety reasons, Travel insurance is mandatory for trekkers in participating in any trek and tour programs on the mountains. Getting travel insurance, especially while traveling in the mountain areas, is like security on which you can rely and enjoy your trip without any worries. We highly recommend getting good compressive travel insurance that covers things like emergency helicopter rescue, and medical evacuation expenses. It will be an assisted protection tour to cover personal injury, injury, repatriation expenses, and any kind of illness will be covered. Having good travel insurance will not only guarantee you peace of mind while you travel with us but also provide you with complete coverage for anything that may go wrong.

Packing lists

The following lists are the essential trekking gear that is recommended for trekking in Nepal and all listed gears can also be bought easily in Kathmandu, Kathmandu has a number of shops selling the necessary clothes and gear for trekkers.

  • A few pairs of Thermal tops
  • Fleece jacket/pullover
  • Windcheater - waterproof shell jacket one pair
  • Down jacket -( It will be provided by the company if you do not have your own)
  • Comfortable Fleece/wool trousers
  • Trekking pants- at least 2 pairs
  • Mittens/woolen gloves
  • Warm Hiking socks
  • Trekking sue with spare laces
  • Pair of flip flop
  • Underwear & Swimming costume
  • Hiking Cotton trousers/t-shirts
  • Sun hat/scarf
  • Sunglasses
  • Sleeping bag -( It will be provided by the company if you do not have your own)
  • Trekking poles (Not 100%)
  • Day bag above 40 L
  • 1 set- Headlamp
  • Small lock for the day backpack
  • Reusable water bottles- 2 letters
  • Water purification tablets/ electric light
  • Wash towel
  • Toiletries (wet tissue, quick-drying towel, toilet paper, moisturizers, lip balms, sunscreens, sanitary pads, hand sanitizer, nail clipper, small mirror, toothpaste & brush, etc)
  • Rain poncho
  • Basic personal first aid kit.

We Alpine Ramble Treks are involved in Kathmandu Environmental Education Project (KEEP) and organize eco-friendly trips that teach to make the sustainable positive environmentally sensitive of both travelers and communities.

Transportation  

Alpine Ramble Treks offers a free airport transfer on arrival and departure for both international and domestic. However, we also provide all the ground transportation in Kathmandu.

A- round-trip flight to and from Lukla is included with all applicable airport taxes. Despite the flights being included sometimes, due to the bad weather the flight to and from Lukla can be delayed or canceled, in

Booking and Confirmation 

Alpine Ramble Treks (P) Ltd. is government-authorized and registered trekking and adventure operator based in Nepal. The company registered number is 178805/074/075. We are also associated with various local and international tourism associations, therefore, any adventure-interested persons are heartily welcomed to be booked and be part of our family now, we treat you as family members while traveling with us. we called the mountain family, home away from home with us.

To process a trip booking with us, you're required to deposit 20 % of the full trip cost in advance to the prior time to make sure all the reservations such as Hotels, guides, trekking permits, transportation, etc. the remaining payment can be easily made to us on your arrival by credit cards or in cash - cash would be much appreciated. At the same time, we would also like to request you to send all the required documents such as passport, travel insurance copies, and flight details at the time of booking.

Last-Minute booking

We accept the last-minute booking and can be made by any interested travelers a day before the trip gets started. Moreover, the payment should be made 100% if you are booking this for the last minute and the booking can be made directly through the online form or, by sending us an email, messages on Whatsapp, or by calling. But, Last minute booking may not be acceptable for Bhutan and Tibet trips.

We look forward to experiencing this trip with you soon!

Trip FAQs

Everest Base Camp Trek -13 Day Itinerary FAQs

Yes, on upon arrival at Tribhuvan International airport, you’ll be received and welcomed by one of our Alpine Ramble crews and transfer to the respective hotel

Yes, Or guide will be taking a first aid kit with basis medicines including Diamox. However, we would recommend you to take some medicine by yourself. 

Yes, Three meals of a day including breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided during the trek in the mountain and foods you will be eating as per menu- offers a wide verity of meals including local and western continentals.

Yes, you can be paid either way. However, we recommend you to pay in cash for the remaining of your tour balance, paying by credit card charge you 4 % extra as serving fee by the bank. Any amounts of cash are acceptable! 

The travelers need to be paid 10% of the full trip cost in advance and remaining of the funds for trekking can be made on arrival in Kathmandu. For the booking of your trip please go through the section of "BOOK YOUR TRIP" and click there to make your reservation, it's instant booking confirmation.

Yes, Kathmandu has plenty of shops offering the best prices for trekking gears.

The best season of the year for this trek is Autumn ( Spe- Dec) and Spring ( March-May) with the clear sky and great views- the temperatures are moderate, you can also do the trek in other months as well with less crowded.

Yes, we have a safe place to store your luggage at our Hotel or office.

Yes, The laundry and Hot shower (more likely bucket shower at the higher point of the trek) services are available with small charge 

Yes, we will help you to exchange your current very easily 

Yes, almost every teahouse has Wifi offer with a little charge 

Yes, Visitors can get - On Arrival visa very easily at the Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu, Nepal. 'On Arrival' visa procedure is very quick and simple. You can expect some queues during peak Tourist season.

Yes, travel insurance is mandatory for trekking to the Everest region. -your travel insurance must cover medical and emergency repatriation inclusive of helicopter rescue and evacuation expenses at high altitude for individual trekking members, please kindly provide us your insurance to us at the time of booking your trip or later - before your trip get started. Alpine Ramble will help and assist you to buy travel insurance for potential unforeseen events or altitude sickness during the trek.

The answer is absolutely Yes, we have been trekking many times with a solo female trekker and all of the trekking tours have successfully done by supporting the help of our friendly and experienced Guides and sherpa team.

Everest base camp elevation is 5364 meters 

The Highest Point of our trek is 5545 meters (KALAPATHAR)  above the sea level 

Yes, Our Guide and Porters are all insured and they have trekking climbing insurances for trekking to any mountain in Nepal.

Of course, yes, you can!  This trekking tour can be done by anyone from 8 years young to 75 years old with a reasonably fit by physical and mental. However, this trekking tour will be guided by a highly experienced and knowledgeable guide who helps you to accomplish the trek with great help and support thoroughly.

Yes, The trekkers should have to have registered trekking permits of Sagarmatha National Park Permit and TIMS (Trekker's Management Systems) and they are all helped and provided by Alpine Ramble Trekks- it's all are included on our package program.

Apparently, the hiking would be at least 4-6  hours per day

Yes, you could choose to own your departure dates according to your time and schedule if the published Departure dates are not suitable for your travel plans, we will help you to customize the trip Itinerary on your own time and preferences. 

  • Ascend Slowly
  • Avoid Alcohol, Cigarettes & Tobacco
  • Proper Acclimatization Rest and walk slowly
  • Drink plenty of water - at least 3 liters of a day
  • Eat Well and Plenty- mostly soups items like garlic, ginger, etc
  • Use the Diamox as per Doctor's instructors if AMS symptoms grew 
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