EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK: THE FULL GUIDE

Introduction

Everest Base Camp trek is a beautiful high-altitude trek in the Himalayas of Nepal.  The difficult trekking ways around the highest mountain in the world will give you incredible views and an amazing cultural experience. As we climb higher, the view changes from lush green fields, dense forests, and shining clear rivers to desert land and frozen lakes. It is so breathtakingly beautiful and unlike any mountain area you have ever seen before. 

Along with the beautiful surroundings, visitors to the valley may learn about the unique Sherpa culture by stopping at old churches and temples along the journey. The Everest Base Camp usually takes around 13 to 15 days to complete the journey. It is purely a heavenly experience.

Time Required for Completing Everest Base Camp Trek

Generally, the 130km trek to Everest Base Camp takes 13 to 15 days to be accomplished, however this might vary depending on the trekker’s level of fitness, the weather, rest days, etc. Eight days are needed to reach Base Camp, and four days are needed to return, for a total of nine days of strenuous trekking and three days of adaptation.

Level of Difficulty

The 15-day Everest Base Camp Trek is challenging and amazing. To achieve this physically difficult trip, some prior planning is necessary. It’s a good idea to work out and jog regularly for a few weeks before the trip’s starts to boost our stamina. The trek can be completed by inexperienced persons with average fitness levels, but the more fit we are, the more enjoyable the trek will be. The trek requires climbing steep hills, walking along rocky mountains, etc. Before starting the trek the trekker should inform the guide completely about his mental and physical health.

Appropriate time to visit Everest Base Camp Trek

The perfect time to visit Everest Base Camp is on either side of the monsoon season, which lasts from late May to mid-Sep. The main trekking seasons are late September to early November and February to May, when Base Camp temperatures can reach as low as -6°C and conditions are generally moderate.

Difficulties that are usually faced during the Everest base Camp trek

A complete guide to the difficulties that one can face while this trek:

• Internet Facility, however it is not a necessity but if anyone wants they can purchase a new sim from Kathmandu and can also purchase wifi facility from tea shops.
• Handful of cash is required as there are no ATMs and online payment is not that familiar option till now.
• People might suffer from mountain sickness such as headache, vomiting, loss of appetite, tiredness. Take proper rest and carry your own personal medical kit with all the kinds of medicines as you may require. Keep yourself hydrated and take proper rest throughout the trek.
• Good food can be found at very few places, hence carry a handful of snacks with yourself and avoid drinking alcohol, smoking and eating non-vegetarian food.

Estimate Budget

The budget varies from the hotels we book, the food we eat, and other various factors. However the approximate budget for one person lies from Rupees fifty thousand to sixty thousand, which is inclusive of everything like traveling, accommodation and food.

Things to Carry

• Identification card and passport.
• Trekking boots and other sneakers
• Torch lights and batteries
• Water bottles
• Snacks, energy bars and other chocolates
• Personal Medical Kit
• Woolen clothes, thermals, gloves, caps, jackets, etc.
• Sunscreen, lip balm, moisturizer, etc
• Umbrella and Raincoat
• Sunglasses and caps
• Trekking Backpack
• Quick dry towels
• Casual clothes and slippers
• Tissue paper and Sanitary Napkins
• Camera and Powerbank

Travelers 

Those who wish to avoid crowds typically choose to visit EBC during the winter months or in spring. As you would expect, it is winter that’s the coldest season to hike, and is at risk of being disrupted by snow storms. However, fewer people are within the nature reserve.

The spring season is considered to be the most ideal season to visit the Himalayas since flowers begin to bloom, and temperatures climb to about 17oC (63oF). However, it’s also the most cloudy time during the season in the Himalayas which can hinder the view.

A complete Guide to Everest Base Camp Trek brief Itinerary

1: Reach Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal

2: From Kathmandu take flight to Lukla, the starting point of the trek. The first destination to reach by trekking is Phakding

3: Our next destination from Phakding trek is Namche Bazaar

4: Stay at Namche Bazaar for adaption

5: From Namche Bazaar head towards Tengboche

6: From Tengboche cover the distance till Dingboche

7: Acclimatization day at Dingboche

8: Continue the trek to reach Lobuche from Dingboche

9:  From Dingboche move towards Gorak Sheep, the last place before reaching Everest Base Camp

10: Everest Base Camp, our final destination

11: Trek from Pheriche to Tengboche

12: Tengboche to Namche Bazaar

13: From Namche Bazaar trek back to Lukla

14: From Lukla take a flight back to Kathmandu

Conclusion

Everest Base Camp trek is a must do trek whenever you get a chance. It is an amazing and breathtaking experience. Everest Base Camp trek is a Dream of many people. This trek takes a lot of courage and one should have insurance cover before starting this trek.