Preparation For Everest Base Camp Trek - The Ultimate Guide
Everest Base Camp Overview:
Everest base camp is considered to be one of the world’s most exciting journey. The trails and the adventurous flight with the stunning Mountain View is the main reason which makes the trekkers most excited about the trek. While on Everest base camp trek you can explore the Sherpa’s village, highest peaks in the world, beautiful forests, and glacial moraines.
Everest is the region where the Sherpa community, the climbing heroes, lives. Trekking to the Everest base camp is also an opportunity to know the culture and lifestyle of these brave high-altitude heroes who make mountaineering possible. Apart from the culture and the mountains, you can also learn about the influence of Buddhism in the region. Thousands of trekkers trek to the Everest base camp every year as it keeps alluring people to enjoy the magnificence.
This trek is a rich cultural exploration of the Sherpa people living in the region and their culture. You can also explore the Buddhist monastery and experience the immense influence of Buddhism in the lifestyle of people there. You walk past river valley crossing Dudh Koshi River several times and ascending the magical trails amidst the mountains. You trek along the Everest Base Camp trekking trail up to Tengboche and return back via Khumjung village.
How Many Days do I need for a trek in the Everest Region?
Trekking in Everest region come with various of Length. Here is the quick rundown of the Everest Region Trekking packages Himalayan Scenery Treks offers:
❏ Everest Base Camp Trek – 15 Days
❏ Everest High Pass Trekking – 20 Days
❏ Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek – 12 Days
❏ Everest Base Camp – Chola Pass – Gokyo Lake Trekking – 18 Days
❏ Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour – 4 Days
❏ Everest View Helicopter Tour – 1 Day
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How much does the Everest Base Camp Trek Cost?
The cost for trekking to Everest comes with various options and facilities. According to the arrangements, the price may rise from USD 1100 to USD 5000. This price can be increased or decreased by adding or subtracting the facilities. If you book directly with Himalayan Scenery Treks for the Normal Everest Base Camp Trek with all meals, airfare, porters, guides (shared between 3-5 people), porter insurance, and guide lodging/accommodation included will cost you USD 1350.
For complete breakdown price, see Everest Base Camp Trek Cost
Regardless of who you book through, make a point to check the fine print of what is incorporated. Likewise, be extremely cautious about extremely modest and really short treks.
When is the Best time for Everest Base Camp Trekking?
The Everest Region of Nepal has something unique to offer in each season. However, the best time for the trekking depends upon the personal preference of the travelers.
Some of the most famous trekking periods are provided below:
❏ September to November - This is the peak trekking season with crystal clear mountain views, huge crowd, and moderate temperature.
❏ March to Mid – May - This is the second most popular period with decent mountain views, amazing flowers and birds, and moderate temperature.
❏ December to early January - Highly underrated period. Cold but still tolerable. Best mountain views. Empty Trails.
❏ Mid May to August - The monsoon rains make flight disruptions to Lukla very likely and mountains are sounds asleep inside the clouds
❏ Mid-January to February - Winter Rain or Snow very likely. Very Very cold. Passes might be snowed over.
For more detail information, see Best Season to Hike Everest Base Camp
How Difficult/Dangerous is the Everest Base Camp Trek?
The Everest Base Camp Treks accompanies a considerable amount of dangers and troubles. Here are the means by which to plan for them:
The risk in involved in achieving high altitude that can lead to altitude sickness. You need to acclimatize properly throughout the trek. Pay keen attention to your body. Do not push it beyond what it can take, at least not in areas of high altitudes that might cost you your life.
Otherwise, the route is pretty much safe as it is devoid of crevasses. You could fall a victim of Yak injury. When you see one, do not panic and allow it to pass.
For more information, see Altitude Sickness Tips
What gear will I need to Everest Trek?
The gears and equipment’s list may go longer for the Everest Base Camp Trek. Rather digging into the long and never-ending list, below is the stuff you should miss at any cost:
❏ Trekking Boots – Lightweight, waterproof, ankle support and comfortable
❏ Sunglasses – Snow at 5, 000 meters can cause snow blindness faster. So it is most essential to have a good pair of sunglasses
❏ Wind/ Water Jacket – Make sure it is breathable and waterproof
❏ Fleece – Great for layering with wind and waterproof jacket
❏ Down Jacket- The temperature in the morning and evening may be to low. Down Jacket helps you to stay warm at a very low temperature.
What Permits are required for the Everest Base Camp Trek?
All permits can be obtained along the trek. You do not need to arrange the permits in Kathmandu. Also, TIMS is not necessary for a trek in the Everest Region. Some of the Trekking permit required in Everest Region are:
❏ Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit (NPR 3, 000 + 13% VAT) – This can either be obtained at The Nepal Tourism Board or National Park Entry Gate in Everest Region at Monjo.
❏ Khumbu Rural Municipality Permit (NPR 2, 000)- The permit can be obtained at Lukla.
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