What does it feel like to be at 5,380 M above sea level and see the enchanting mountain views with Giant Mt. Everest in the distance? It's impossible to put into words, right? If you're planning to trek to the world's highest mountain peak base camp, you need to be prepared for the experience. This trek takes you through the heart of a Sherpa village, where you can get a glimpse of their culture and see how they live. Mount Everest, also known as Sagarmatha, is the highest peak in the world and a popular destination for trekkers. However, it is more than just a trekking destination. It is a place that can offer a breakthrough in your life. The Everest region is located in the northeast of Nepal and is home to the world’s highest peak, majestic mountains, deep gorges, glaciers, and gigantic rocks. Trekking to this region is an opportunity to reach the top of the world literally and practically.
Our Everest trekking packages are the perfect way to see the incredible scenery of the Himalayas. You'll have the opportunity to trek to Everest, observe the different cultures and flora and fauna of the region, and pass through beautiful forests, rhododendron groves, waterfalls, and ancient Sherpa villages. Not only will you enjoy this trip, but you'll also feel a sense of accomplishment as you follow in the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, who were the first to successfully climb Mt. Everest in 1953.
The Everest base camp trek is renowned for its Rhododendron, pine, and juniper forests - making the journey an fragrant and enjoyable one. What's more, trekkers have the opportunity to see rare and endangered animals and birds of higher altitudes. However, trekking in the Everest region is not only about exploring the mountains; EBC is also celebrated for the hospitality of the Sherpa people.
This 15-day high-altitude trek to the Everest Base Camp is the perfect way to explore the Himalayas’ challenging trails and get up close and personal with jaw-dropping sceneries of the mountains, icefalls, and quaint Sherpa villages - all while getting some amazing pictures for your Instagram feed. Our set of trekking guides will help you get closer to the Everest region’s local culture and take you through some of the world’s most breathtaking sceneries.
There are many things to do during Everest base camp. EBC is a base camp situated at 5344m high in a village called Namche Bazaar. There are many activities from visiting the sherpa museum to catching daily documentaries in NMCB Cafe 848 or Daphne Bar.
EBC is well known for the Apple pie of Tengboche Cafeteria, which stood out to be the best apple pie in the entire Khumbu valley. You can also put your country flag at the top of Kala Patthar, a famous vantage point.
How about putting your weight on the suspension bridge you pass by? Or drinking tea or coffee in view of the Everest hotel? These are some of the priceless moments you can enjoy while doing EBC trek.
The Everest Base Camp Trek is not a very difficult trek. Our trekking guides will provide you all the necessary instructions regarding basics of trekking and safety measures before the trip begins. The trek around Everest Base Camp is not a technical one. It is a fairly simple walk with a few climbs but nothing that is beyond the scope of any reasonably fit person. You do not require any previous trekking experience to attempt the Everest Base Camp Trek but it is essential that you have a sound health condition.
Choosing to trek with Royal Mountain to Everest Base Camp means safety is always our number one priority. To prevent any possible Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), we have set aside enough days for the acclimatization process so that you can get used to the thinner air.
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Day 2: Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley and Trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Day 3: Fly to Lukla and head to Phakding (2,651m/8,700ft) 3-4 hours
Day 4: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,438m/11,280ft) 5-6 hours
Day 5: Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,284ft)
Day 6: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,870/12,694ft) 4-5 hours
Day 7: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360/14,300ft) 5-6 hours
Day 8: Acclimatization at Dingboche (4,360/14,300ft)
Day 9 : Dingboche to Lobuche (4,940m/16,207ft) 4-5 hours
Day 10: Gorakshep -Everest Base Camp(5,364m/17,594ft)- Gorakshep (5,164m/16,940ft) 8-9 hours
Day 11: Hike to Kala Patthar(5,545m/18,192ft)and trek to Pheriche (4,288m/14,070ft) 8-9 hours
Day 12: Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,280ft) 6-7 hours
Day 13: Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft) 6-7 hours
Day 14: Lukla to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)
Day 15: Departure day
