Everest Base Camp Trek Best for Senior Citizen: EBC Trek Cost & Itinerary for Old Age Elderly People
Trip Overview
Everest Base Camp Trek is a wonderful hiking trip to visit the foothill of the world’s tallest peak ‘Mount Everest’. It’s a dream of all hiking lovers to reach Mount Everest Base Camp once in their life. Everest base camp trek is indeed the trip of exploration of the wonderful towering Himalayan peaks of the planet, gigantic glaciers, the unique culture of the Sherpas, the legendary heroic mountaineers, distinctive landscape of the Himalayas region with its endangered flora and fauna. Thus, Everest Base Camp Trek is a pleasant lifetime journey for all.
Everest Base Camp Trek is a moderate type of hiking journey. It is suitable for senior citizens/ elderly and old age people. To go hiking to Everest Base Camp, does not require being a skilled mountaineer/ climber and having an athletic body. However, it requires some modest fitness. In the Everest Base Camp trek, you need to walk for about six to seven hours of walking per day. So, beginners who do not have such long days of hiking experience, are advised to do exercise like jogging a few weeks before the trekking.
Excellent Himalaya Trek is a leading trekking operator in Nepal run by local tourism experts and Sherpas. We have been organizing the Everest Base Camp Trek for old people, beginners as well as experienced hikers. Every Everest Base Camp Trek is led by our experienced trekking guides who have been many times at Everest Base Camp. They are skilled, courteous, knowledgeable as well as helpful. The trekking guide leads you on the trail and briefs you all about this route and porters carry your luggage. Our guide always moves following your walking pace. He never forces you to follow his speed. Thus, every beginner easily completes this great trip successfully with great joy and satisfaction.
For senior citizens, we advise 16 days of Everest Base Camp Trek. Everest Base Camp Trek begins after a 35-minute scenic flight to Lukla through the Sherpa villages of Chheplung, Ghat, Phakding, Benkar, Manjo, and Jorrsalle. On the way, you will cross several suspension bridges to reach Namche Bazaar, the gateway to Mount Everest. After Namche Bazaar, you continue trekking to Tengboche. In Tengboche, you visit the famous Buddhist monastery famous as Tengboche Monastery.
Then, you walk ahead passing the places called Dibuche, Somare, Orsho, Dingboche (the world’s highest farmland), Thukla Pass (4,830m), Lobuche Pass (5,110m), Gorekshep to reach Everest Base Camp. After the visit to Everest Base Camp, you also climb to Kalapathar. Kalapathar is the best viewpoint near Everest Base Camp for the best panoramic views of Mount Everest. Afterward, you trek back to Lukla following the same previous route. From Lukla, you take a flight and back to Kathmandu where your overall trip ends.
In summary, the highlights of the Everest Base Camp Trek are as below:
• Explore Namche Bazaar, the trade center of the Everest region and also the gateway to Everest Base Camp
• Visit Tengboche Monastery, the largest in the Khumbu region
• Trek through Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Hike Kala Pathar to enjoy the 360-degree panoramic view of Mount Everest and the nearby snowcapped peaks from Kala Patthar
• Vist to Everest Base Camp, the foothill of the tallest mountain in the world ‘Everest’
• Pass-through Sherpa villages on the route
• Experience Sherpa culture, tradition, and lifestyle
Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary for Senior, Old Age Elderly People
| Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu International Airport. You will be met by our Tour officer and he will escort you to the hotel. The orientation of the trip at the hotel. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu. |
| Day 02: Morning Flight from to Tenzing Hillary Airport in Lukla (2804m/9199ft). Trek from Lukla to Phakding (Alt. 2610m/8563ft). Walking 4 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 03: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (Alt. 3441m/11289ft). Walking 6/ 6:30 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 04: Acclimatization day. Day trip to Shyangboche and Khumjung Village (Alt. 3780m/12402ft) and trek back to Namche Bazaar. Walking 5 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 05: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (Alt. 3860m/12664ft). Walking 6 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 06: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (Alt. 4350m/14272ft). Walking 6 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 07: Acclimatization day. Walk around Dingboche. Walking 4 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 08: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (Alt. 4910m/4910ft). Walking 6 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 09: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (Alt. 5365m/17602ft) then back to Gorak Shep. Walking 8:30 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 10: Early in the morning hike up to Kalapatthar (Alt. 5555m/18225ft) then trek down to Pheriche (4200m/13780ft). Walking 7 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 11: Trek from Pheriche to Kyangjuma (Alt 3550/ 11647). Walking 6 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 12: Trek from Kyangjuma to Monjo (Alt. 2835m/ 9301ft). Walking 6 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 13: Trek from Monjo to Lukla (Alt.2804m/9199ft). Walking 5/6 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 14: Flight from Lukla in the morning. Rest of the day at leisure. Evening farewell dinner at an authentic Nepali restaurant with Nepali cuisines and Cultural show of different ethnic groups of Nepal. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu. Meal: Breakfast & Dinner. |
| Day 15: Departure to your home country. Our tour officer will drop you at the Kathmandu International Airport to catch up your flight and see you off. End of Service. Meal: Breakfast. |
How much does the Everest Base Camp cost for Senior Citizens?
| Everest Base Camp Trek Cost for Senior Citizen: Private Trek | |
| If you are 2 people | USD 1350 Per Person |
If you are single, don’t worry. We also organize solo Everest Base Camp Trek for elderly persons providing an experienced guide and porter. Please contact us for the price of Solo Trekking.
Kindly find below services inclusive in the given EBC trek price.
| The above Package Cost includes: |
| • On your arrival day airport pickup service by car. |
| • 2-night accommodation in Kathmandu at Tourist Standard Hotel with breakfast (1 night before the trek and 1 night after the trek). |
| • Air Tickets for Lukla Flights. |
| • Airport tax on Lukla flights. |
| • 12-night accommodation in Mountain Lodge/ Tea House during trekking. |
| • 3 Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) in a day during the trek. |
| • One experienced English-speaking friendly trekking Guide. |
| • One strong porter to carry your luggage for the whole trek (As rule one porter is shared by two trekkers.) |
| • Expenses for food, accommodation, insurance, transport, and the wages of trekking staff. |
| • Trekking Permit (TIMS Card)/ Khumbu Gaun Palika fee. |
| • Sagarmatha National Park fee. |
| • All ground transport types are as mentioned in the itinerary. |
| • Altitude medicines, Oximeter, first aid medicines. |
| • Map of Everest Base Camp Trekking route. |
| • Trip Achievement Certificate will be awarded after completion of the trip. |
| • All government taxes, local taxes, and tourist service charges. |
| • Farewell dinner on the last night of the trip at a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu with cultural dances of different ethnic groups of Nepal. |
| • On your departure day airport drop service by car. |
Please find below services which do not include in the above EBC trek price.
| The above Package Cost does not include: |
| • Airfare for your international flight. |
| • Nepal Visa Fee (You can easily get Nepal visa at the arrival time at the airport in Kathmandu) |
| • Your travel insurance (As the EBC trek is a high altitude journey it is advised to do travel insurance which covers medical & heli evacuation.) |
| • Alcoholic beverages, Hot and cold drinks, hot water, bottled water, dessert. |
| • All kinds of personal expenses like phone calls, internet use, laundry, battery charge, hot shower during trekking, excess baggage charge, etc. |
| • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu except for farewell dinner on the last night of the trip. |
| • In case of emergency helicopter rescue/ evacuation & its cost. |
| • Tips for Trekking Staff. |
| • Any expenses arising due to unforeseen situations like flight cancellation, personal sickness, natural calamities, political strikes, etc. |
| • Cost of any extra services, if you use which are not mentioned in the above package, includes section. |
Why Excellent Himalaya Company for Everest Base Camp Trek?
Many companies promote the Everest Base Camp Trek package. Excellent Himalaya Trek and Expedition Pvt Ltd are different from them. We are a company based only in Nepal and managed by Nepalese tourism experts and local guides. Our team is engaged in the Nepalese tourism industry since 2002. We are the direct operator of Everest Base Camp Trek, not the agent and middle people. We are a trekking company authorized by the Nepal Government Tourism Ministry. Our company’s government registration number is 175840/074/075 and our license number to operate trekking, tour, and mountain expeditions in Nepal is 2432. We are associated with different tourism organizations like TAAN (Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal), NMA (Nepal Mountaineering Association), etc.
Our further features are as below by which people around the world trust us as the authentic organizer of Everest Base Camp Trek:
Team of Local Experts and Guides: As this company is managed and run by well-trained, experienced & competent local experts, and guides, we know well about the mountain trail, ecology, culture, etc. of the trekking routes. We know the best way of trekking and also we get you the same way.
Trustworthy: Trust is something that comes from commitment. Hence, being a legally registered company, we commit to providing the best, most satisfactory trekking, tours, and expeditions. We are operating all trekking, and climbing tours in Nepal based on reality, integrity, and honesty.
Focus on your needs: We highly value all our clients. We always move according to your interests and requirements. Because your satisfaction is our goal. Thus, all our trekking, tour, and mountaineering packages are customizable.
Fair Price: As we are a direct operator, not an agent, our price is always competitive and does not have any middle and hidden fees. We provide the value of what you are buying from our services at least equal to your paying amount.
Safety: Your safety is our priority. Trekking to the Himalayas is both exciting and adventurous. So we provide you with ll the safety materials needed, along with motivational counseling.
Friendly, and Professional Staff: We have highly friendly, helpful, and professional staff. Our staff looks after you right from the moment of your arrival to the time of your departure. They can cope with most emergencies including those requiring evacuation and hospitalization.
Real Cared Services: Our one travel consultant or our local trekking guide keeps in touch with our clients every time. We make sure their protection is guaranteed so that they will have peace of mind while trekking with us.
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Why travel with us?
- Run by local experts, guide & Sherpa.
- Focus on your needs.
- Good value for money.
- Real cared services.
- Government recognized company.
- Best reasonable rate.
