Everest Base Camp Trek from Singapore: 2026/27 Cost, Itinerary & Complete Guide
Updated [July 20th, 2026]. Written and reviewed by Suman Shrestha, licensed guide (Nepal Government License No. 2212)
Trade the MRT platform for a suspension bridge over a glacial river. Trade Orchard Road for a trail lined with prayer flags and mani stones. The Everest Base Camp Trek from Singapore takes you from Changi Airport to 5,364 metres in under two weeks, ending at the foot of the tallest mountain on earth. This guide covers everything a Singaporean trekker actually needs to plan the trip: the real total cost in SGD, including flights, how to train for altitude when the highest thing near you is a shopping mall, the current visa and flight situation for 2026/27, and a day-by-day itinerary built around safe acclimatization rather than the fastest possible schedule.
Why Everest Base Camp, and Why From Singapore
Standing at Everest Base Camp puts you in the front row of the world’s most famous mountain view: the Khumbu Icefall spilling off Everest’s West Shoulder, Nuptse and Pumori framing the valley, and prayer flags strung across boulders left by climbing expeditions past. You do not need to be a mountaineer to stand here, only someone willing to walk 5 to 7 hours a day for about ten days and acclimatize properly along the way.
For Singaporean trekkers specifically, the appeal is partly logistical. Kathmandu is a single direct flight away, roughly the same flying time as Singapore to Perth, and the time zone difference is only about two hours, so jet lag is a non-issue. What is not a non-issue is the altitude: Singapore’s highest point, Bukit Timah Hill, tops out at 163.63 metres. Everest Base Camp sits at 5,364 metres. That gap is the entire reason the training and acclimatization sections of this guide exist, and it is the one variable that no amount of city fitness fully prepares you for on its own.
Trip Highlights
- Trek through Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site protecting the Everest massif and its Sherpa communities
- Reach Everest Base Camp (5,364m) and climb Kala Patthar (5,545m) for the best panoramic view of Everest’s summit pyramid, which is not visible from Base Camp itself
- Visit Tengboche Monastery, the largest and most important Buddhist monastery in the Khumbu region
- Walk through Sherpa trading towns, including Namche Bazaar, the unofficial capital of the Khumbu
- Two built-in acclimatization days (Namche Bazaar and Dingboche) are designed around the ‘climb high, sleep low’ principle
- A licensed, English-speaking local trekking guide for the full 14-day trip, government-certified per Nepal’s mandatory-guide rule
Everest Base Camp Trek Cost from Singapore (2026/27)
Most Singapore-focused competitor pages quote a package price and stop there, which is misleading, since the package price is only part of what you will actually spend. Below is the full picture: the land package (what Excellent Himalaya charges), the flights (what you pay separately to an airline), and a realistic all-in total.
Land Package Price (Kathmandu to Kathmandu)
| Group Size | Price per Person (SGD) |
| 9 to 10 people | SGD 1,390 |
| 7 to 8 people | SGD 1,422 |
| 5 to 6 people | SGD 1,454 |
| 3 to 4 people | SGD 1,485 |
| 2 people | SGD 1,517 |
Rates calculated at an indicative exchange rate of 1 USD = 1.27 SGD and adjusted if the rate moves materially. SGD cash is accepted. Solo trekkers: a separate solo package price applies; contact the team directly for a quote.
Total Estimated Cost Including Flights
Singapore Airlines flies Singapore–Kathmandu direct daily; round-trip fares typically run from roughly SGD 700 to SGD 1,100 depending on season and how far ahead you book, with Malindo Air, Thai Airways, and Air India offering one-stop alternatives via Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, or Delhi that can undercut the direct fare. Add travel insurance with helicopter evacuation cover (commonly SGD 60 to SGD 150 for a two-week high-altitude policy, depending on provider and age), the Nepal visa fee, and typical personal spending on the trail.
| Cost Component | Estimated Range (SGD) |
| Land package (2 people, per person) | SGD 1,517 |
| Round-trip flight, Singapore–Kathmandu | SGD 700 – 1,100 |
| Nepal visa (30-day, on arrival) | ≈ SGD 68 (US$50) |
| High-altitude travel insurance | SGD 60 – 150 |
| Porter (optional, not in package) | SGD 200 – 260 for the trek |
| Trail spending (snacks, showers, charging, wifi) | SGD 150 – 300 |
| Guide and porter tips (customary, see note below) | SGD 130 – 200 combined |
| Estimated total (2 travelers, mid-range choices) | SGD 2,800 – 3,600 |
This is a planning estimate, not a quote. Flight fares, insurance premiums, and the exchange rate all move independently of the land package price. Confirm current flight fares directly with the airline or a travel agent before budgeting the full trip.
A note on tipping
Tipping is customary, not optional in practice, on Everest region treks. For a 14-day private or small-group trip, a commonly used guideline is roughly USD 10 to 15 per day for the guide and USD 6 to 10 per day for a porter, pooled and given at the end of the trip. Confirm current recommended tipping rates with the team before departure, since these norms shift year to year.
Package Inclusions
| Included in the Package Price |
| ✓ Airport pickup on arrival by private car |
| ✓ 2 nights in Kathmandu at a tourist-standard hotel with breakfast (1 night before, 1 night after the trek) |
| ✓ Domestic air tickets for the Lukla flight sector (including Ramechhap/Manthali transfer during peak-season diversion, where applicable) |
| ✓ Airport tax on the Lukla flight sector |
| ✓ 11 nights in mountain lodges/tea houses during the trek |
| ✓ 3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, dinner) throughout the trek |
| ✓ One experienced, government-licensed, English-speaking trekking guide |
| ✓ Sagarmatha National Park entry permit |
| ✓ Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry permit |
| ✓ All ground transport as listed in the itinerary |
| ✓ Basic altitude medicine, oximeter, and first-aid kit carried by the guide |
| ✓ Route map of the Everest Base Camp trek |
| ✓ Trip completion certificate |
| ✓ All government taxes and local service charges |
| ✓ Farewell dinner on the final evening at a Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu with cultural dance |
| ✓ Airport drop-off on departure by private car |
| Not Included in the Package Price |
| ✗ International airfare (Singapore–Kathmandu return) |
| ✗ Nepal visa fee (payable on arrival at Kathmandu airport, or in advance) |
| ✗ Travel insurance, including medical and helicopter evacuation cover |
| ✗ Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, bottled/hot water, and desserts |
| ✗ Personal expenses: phone/wifi, laundry, battery charging, hot showers on the trail, excess baggage |
| ✗ Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu, aside from the included farewell dinner |
| ✗ Porter (available on request at additional cost) |
| ✗ Emergency helicopter rescue or evacuation costs |
| ✗ Tips for the guide and porter |
| ✗ Any costs from flight cancellation, illness, natural disaster, or political disruption |
Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary (14 Days)
This is a 12-day trekking itinerary bracketed by 2 days in Kathmandu, for a minimum trip length of 14 days. It includes two dedicated acclimatization days, built around gaining altitude in short excursions and sleeping lower, which is the single most effective way to prevent altitude sickness on this route.
| Day | Route | Altitude | Walking Time |
| 1 | Arrive Kathmandu, hotel transfer, trip briefing | 1,400m | — |
| 2 | Fly to Lukla (2,804m), trek to Phakding | 2,610m | 4 hrs |
| 3 | Phakding to Namche Bazaar | 3,441m | 6 hrs |
| 4 | Acclimatization day: day hike to Shyangboche and Khumjung, return to Namche | 3,780m (day hike) | 5 hrs |
| 5 | Namche Bazaar to Tengboche, visit Tengboche Monastery | 3,860m | 6 hrs |
| 6 | Tengboche to Dingboche | 4,350m | 6 hrs |
| 7 | Acclimatization day: short walk around Dingboche | 4,350m | 3-4 hrs |
| 8 | Dingboche to Lobuche | 4,910m | 6 hrs |
| 9 | Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5,364m), return to Gorak Shep | 5,364m | 7.5-8 hrs |
| 10 | Sunrise hike to Kala Patthar (5,545m), descend to Pheriche | 4,200m (overnight) | 7 hrs |
| 11 | Pheriche to Namche Bazaar | 3,441m | 7 hrs |
| 12 | Namche Bazaar to Lukla | 2,804m | 7-8 hrs |
| 13 | Fly Lukla to Kathmandu, free day, farewell dinner | 1,400m | — |
| 14 | Departure transfer to Kathmandu airport | — | — |
This itinerary is a guideline. Your guide may adjust it for weather, individual acclimatization, or trail conditions, though the trip end date stays fixed unless you agree to an extension.
Best Time to Trek EBC from Singapore
EBC can technically be trekked year-round, but two windows account for the overwhelming majority of trekkers, and for good reason.
| Season | Months | Conditions |
| Spring | March – May | Rhododendrons in bloom below 3,500m, generally clear mornings, and warming temperatures. Peak season alongside autumn. |
| Autumn | September – November | The most stable weather of the year, with the clearest mountain visibility. The single most popular window. |
| Summer / Monsoon | June – August | Wet, leech-prone lower trails, frequent cloud cover obscuring views, higher risk of Lukla flight delays. |
| Winter | December – February | Clear skies but very cold overnight temperatures at altitude (well below freezing at Gorak Shep); fewer crowds; some lodges above Dingboche may have limited services. |
For a first EBC trek from a tropical climate like Singapore’s, spring or autumn is the easier entry point: better weather margin for the Lukla flight, warmer nights, and busier lodges, which also means more fellow trekkers on the trail if that matters to you.
Flights: Singapore to Kathmandu (and Kathmandu to Lukla)
Singapore to Kathmandu
Singapore Airlines operates a daily direct service between Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), with a flight time of roughly 5 to 6 hours. If the direct flight is sold out or priced above budget, Malindo Air (via Kuala Lumpur), Thai Airways (via Bangkok), and Air India (via Delhi) all connect Singapore to Kathmandu with one stop, usually at a lower fare in exchange for a longer total travel time. Book at least 6 to 8 weeks ahead for spring and autumn departures, when both leisure and expedition traffic push fares up.
Kathmandu to Lukla: the Ramechhap situation
This is the detail most Singapore-focused competitor pages leave out entirely, and it materially affects your first and last day of the trek. During the two peak trekking windows, roughly March through May and September through November, the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal shifts most Lukla flights from Kathmandu’s congested Tribhuvan International Airport to Manthali Airport in Ramechhap district, about 132km east of Kathmandu.
- You leave your Kathmandu hotel around 1:00-2:00 am for a 4 to 5-hour road transfer to Manthali
- The Manthali–Lukla flight itself is short, roughly 15 to 20 minutes, versus 30-35 minutes from Kathmandu directly
- You do not need to add extra days to your itinerary for this, but the pre-dawn departure is worth mentally preparing for
- Outside peak season (December-February, and often the shoulder weeks around June-August), flights typically operate directly from Kathmandu’s domestic terminal instead
The upside: Manthali’s weather window tends to be more stable than Kathmandu’s during peak season, and flights from there are generally less prone to the mid-morning cancellations that plague direct Kathmandu-Lukla flights when the capital gets crowded with domestic traffic. Your Lukla flight, and the Ramechhap transfer if applicable during your travel dates, is included in the package price above.
Nepal Visa for Singapore Passport Holders
Singapore passport holders need a visa to enter Nepal, obtainable on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, in advance at the Nepal Consulate, or online via Nepal’s official visa portal before travel.
| Visa Type | Duration | Fee |
| Multiple entry | 15 days | US$30 or equivalent |
| Multiple entry | 30 days | US$50 or equivalent |
| Multiple entry | 90 days | US$125 or equivalent |
You will need a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your travel dates, one recent passport-sized photo, and payment in USD cash (or equivalent). For a standard 14-day EBC trip, the 30-day visa is the practical choice in case of any itinerary delay.
How to Train for EBC While Living in Singapore
This is the section most operator pages skip, and it is the difference between an enjoyable trek and a miserable one. EBC is not technical; you don’t need climbing skills, but it demands sustained cardiovascular effort at altitude for 5 to 8 hours a day, several days in a row. Training in a flat, low-altitude city means building the cardio base and leg strength here, while accepting that altitude adaptation itself can only really happen on the mountain.
A simple 10-to-12-week plan using Singapore terrain
- HDB stairwell repeats: 3 sessions a week, climbing multiple flights with a loaded daypack (start at 6-8kg, build toward 10-12kg), resting on the way down to protect your knees
- Bukit Timah Hill or MacRitchie Reservoir loop trails: weekend hikes of 2-4 hours, ideally back-to-back on a Saturday and Sunday to simulate consecutive trekking days
- Southern Ridges or Coney Island for flatter long-distance endurance walks, building time on feet rather than elevation
- Two cardio sessions a week, unrelated to hiking (swimming, cycling, or running), to build an aerobic base without overloading joints
- Bodyweight leg strength twice a week: step-ups, lunges, and squats to protect your knees on the long descents, which are harder on the body than the climbs
None of this trains your body for reduced oxygen at 5,000 metres, only altitude itself does that, which is exactly why the itinerary above builds in two full acclimatization days rather than rushing to the highest point as fast as possible.
How Difficult Is the EBC Trek for a Beginner?
EBC is graded moderate. It requires no technical climbing or rope skills, but it is a long trek with a serious altitude component, and altitude, not fitness, is what ends most people’s trips early. Daily walking is typically 5 to 7 hours on established trails and stone steps, occasionally 7.5 to 8 hours on the longer days (Lobuche to Base Camp and back to Gorak Shep, and the Kala Patthar sunrise push).
Previous hiking experience helps but is not compulsory. What matters more is a realistic base of cardiovascular fitness going in, a willingness to walk slowly at altitude even when your legs feel fine, and honesty with your guide about any symptoms of altitude sickness as they appear, rather than pushing through them.
Altitude Sickness: What to Know
Above roughly 3,500m, mild symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) are common and not usually dangerous: headache, mild nausea, poor sleep, and shortness of breath on exertion. Severe AMS is rare when trekkers acclimatize properly, but it is serious when it happens.
- Walk at a pace where you can hold a conversation; do not race ahead of your group
- Drink 3-4 litres of water a day and eat properly, even if your appetite drops
- Follow the ‘climb high, sleep low’ pattern built into the itinerary’s acclimatization days
- Avoid alcohol and sleeping pills above 3,000m, both of which suppress breathing overnight
- Report symptoms to your guide immediately; the standard response to worsening AMS is to descend, not to push on
Your guide carries an oximeter and a basic first-aid kit, including altitude medication as part of the package. If you are on a prescription for Acetazolamide (Diamox) or similar, discuss the dosage with your doctor before travel, since self-medicating on the trail without guidance is not advisable.
Packing List: Tropical Singapore to Alpine Khumbu
The hardest part of packing from Singapore is the temperature range: you will start the trek in roughly 15-20°C daytime temperatures at Lukla and finish with sub-zero nights at Gorak Shep. Layering, not one heavy item, is what handles that swing. Your checked luggage limit on the Lukla flight is typically 15kg, carried by your porter (if hired) or by pack animals along shared sections, so pack only what you need.
| Category | Key Items |
| Documents | Passport (6+ months validity), passport photos, insurance documents, visa fee in USD cash |
| Upper body | Base layers, fleece or wool mid-layer, wind-resistant jacket, insulated down jacket |
| Lower body | Thermal base layer, trekking trousers, waterproof shell pants |
| Feet | Broken-in hiking boots with ankle support, wool trekking socks, camp shoes/sandals |
| Head & hands | Sun hat, warm beanie, UV-protection sunglasses, headlamp, liner and insulated gloves |
| Sleep | 4-season sleeping bag rated to at least -15°C to -20°C |
| Health | Personal medication, sunscreen (high SPF, essential at altitude), lip balm, blister kit, Diamox if prescribed |
| Trail essentials | Trekking poles, 2 water bottles or a bladder, water purification tablets, power bank, daypack |
Singaporean Trekker Checklist
A short pre-departure list specific to travelers coming from Singapore, on top of the general packing list above.
- Photocopy your passport and visa separately from the originals
- Buy a Nepal Telecom or Ncell local SIM at Kathmandu airport for far cheaper data than international roaming; wifi on the trail is available but slow and often paid
- Bring USD cash in small denominations for the visa fee and any en-route purchases; SGD is accepted by this operator for the package price, but USD travels further on the trail itself
- Set an out-of-office and tell your workplace you will likely be unreachable above Namche Bazaar, where signal is patchy at best
- Pack rehydration salts and any regular medication in your carry-on, not checked luggage, given the Lukla/Ramechhap flight’s tight baggage handling
Story From the Trail
Leading Shirley Tan’s Group to Base Camp, May 2026
By Sashi Adhikari
In May 2026, I guided a group traveling from Singapore, led by Shirley Tan, on the Everest Base Camp trek. Most of the group had trained on Bukit Timah and in HDB stairwells for months before arriving, and it showed on the first few days. Fitness was not the problem for this group. Altitude, as it usually is, was the real test.
By Dingboche, on our second acclimatization day, a couple of members were feeling the classic headache-and-heavy-legs combination that shows up around 4,300 to 4,400 metres. We kept the pace slow, made sure everyone was drinking enough water even when nobody felt like it, and used the short acclimatization walk that day instead of resting in the lodge, since a bit of gentle altitude exposure followed by descent to sleep is what actually helps the body adjust.
The morning we reached Everest Base Camp, the weather held clear, which is not guaranteed even in May. Standing at the foot of the Khumbu Icefall, with Shirley’s group taking photos by the prayer-flag-draped rocks, is a moment I still enjoy watching even after many seasons of guiding this route. The next morning’s sunrise from Kala Patthar was the real payoff for the group: Everest’s summit pyramid catching first light, with Nuptse and Lhotse still in shadow beside it.
What I tell every group from Singapore before they fly out is the same thing I told Shirley’s group at our pre-trek briefing in Kathmandu: your training gets your legs ready, but the mountain sets the pace once you’re above 4,000 metres. Listen to your body, walk slower than you think you need to, and the summit view at Kala Patthar will still be there when you arrive.
— Sashi Adhikari, Senior Trekking Guide, Excellent Himalaya Trek & Expedition
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the total cost of the Everest Base Camp trek from Singapore, including flights?
Budget roughly SGD 2,800 to SGD 3,600 per person for a two-person trip, combining the land package (from SGD 1,390 to SGD 1,517 per person depending on group size), round-trip flights from Singapore (SGD 700-1,100), travel insurance, the Nepal visa fee, and typical trail spending. See the full cost breakdown table above for each component.
Q2. How difficult is the EBC trek for a Singaporean with no high-altitude experience?
It is graded moderate. No technical climbing skills are needed, but you should be able to walk 5 to 8 hours a day on uneven trails. The real challenge is altitude, not terrain, which is why the itinerary includes two dedicated acclimatization days before you go above 4,500 metres.
Q3. What is the best time to trek EBC from Singapore?
March to May (spring) and September to November (autumn) offer the most stable weather and clearest mountain views, and are the easiest entry points for a first-time trekker coming from a tropical climate.
Q4. Do I need a guide to trek to Everest Base Camp?
Yes. Since April 2023, a licensed guide is mandatory for all trekking in Nepal’s restricted and national park areas, including the Everest Base Camp route. A guide is included in every Excellent Himalaya EBC package.
Q5. How do I train for EBC while living in Singapore?
Use HDB stairwell repeats with a loaded daypack, weekend hikes at Bukit Timah Hill or the MacRitchie loop, and two general cardio sessions a week, over a 10-to-12-week lead-in. Full training plan is in the training section above.
Q6. What about altitude sickness and travel insurance?
Mild AMS symptoms (headache, poor sleep, mild nausea) are common above 3,500 metres and usually manage with rest, hydration, and slow ascent. Travel insurance covering high-altitude trekking and helicopter evacuation is strongly recommended and is not included in the package price.
Q7. Do Lukla flights still get diverted to Ramechhap in 2026?
Yes, during peak trekking season (roughly March-May and September-November), most Kathmandu-Lukla flights operate from Manthali Airport in Ramechhap instead, requiring a pre-dawn 4-5 hour road transfer. This does not add extra days to the itinerary and is included in the package.
Q8. What should I pack for the tropical-to-alpine temperature swing?
Layering is the key: base layers, a fleece or wool mid-layer, a wind shell, and an insulated down jacket, plus a sleeping bag rated to at least -15°C. The full packing list is above.
Q9. Can I trek EBC solo, or only in a group?
Both are available. Group treks reduce the per-person land package price (see the group-size pricing table). Solo trekkers can also book, at a separate solo package rate; contact the team directly for a solo quote.
Q10. Do I need a visa in advance, or can I get one on arrival?
Singapore passport holders can get a Nepal visa on arrival at Kathmandu airport, apply online in advance, or visit the Nepal Consulate in Singapore. A 30-day visa costs US$50 or the SGD equivalent.
Q11. Is the TIMS card still required for the EBC trek?
No. TIMS is no longer required for the Khumbu region. Trekkers instead need the Sagarmatha National Park permit and the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry permit, both arranged by the trekking agency and included in the package price.
Q12. What is not included in the EBC package price?
International flights, the Nepal visa fee, travel insurance, alcoholic and bottled drinks, personal expenses like wifi and hot showers, a porter (available on request), tips, and emergency evacuation costs. Full inclusion/exclusion tables are above.
Local Nepal Operator or Singapore-Based Agency: Which Should You Book With?
A few Singapore-based agencies now sell EBC packages directly to local trekkers, and on the surface, that looks more convenient: a local point of contact, a familiar payment method, and marketing pitched squarely at a Singaporean audience. But almost none of these agencies run the trek themselves. Nepal’s national park and restricted-area rules require every trekking group to be led by a Nepal-licensed guide arranged through a Nepal-registered operator, so a Singapore-based seller is, in practice, a reseller: they take a booking, add a margin, and hand the entire on-the-ground operation, guide, permits, lodges, transport, and emergency response, to a local company like this one. You end up paying for a layer that adds a phone number in your own time zone, but nothing to the trek itself.
Booking directly with a government-registered Nepal operator like Excellent Himalaya Trek removes that layer. The price you pay goes straight to the people running your trek: the guide who walks with you, the porters, the lodges, and the permit offices, rather than being split with an intermediary who has never set foot on the trail. It also means faster, more accurate decisions when conditions change, since a local operator is reading the same Khumbu weather reports and talking to the same lodge owners and pilots as the guide on the ground, instead of relaying questions through a reseller who has to check with the local partner anyway. If a Lukla flight is delayed, a route needs to shift, or a medical evacuation has to be arranged at 4,900 metres, you want that decision made by the company with direct authority over your guide, not by a booking agent several time zones and one phone call removed from the mountain. For a trek where the margin for error narrows the higher you climb, that difference is worth more than a familiar area code.
About Excellent Himalaya Trek & Expedition
Excellent Himalaya Trek & Expedition is a government-registered trekking operator based in Thamel, Kathmandu (Reg. No. 175840/074/075, Tourism License No. 2432), affiliated with TAAN, NMA, NTB, and HRA. The company is run by local Sherpa and Himalayan tourism experts with hands-on route experience across the Everest, Annapurna, Manaslu, and Langtang regions, guiding since 2004/2005. Every EBC trek includes a government-licensed, English-speaking guide, with a typical staffing ratio of one guide per group and one porter per two trekkers, where porters are booked.
Ready to plan your Everest Base Camp trek from Singapore? Contact the team by WhatsApp or email for a personalized quote, or to check fixed group departure dates for your preferred travel window.
Other Everest Region Treks to Consider
| Trek | Duration | Difficulty | Best For |
| Gokyo Lakes Trek | 10-14 days | Moderate-Challenging | Turquoise lakes and Gokyo Ri, fewer crowds than EBC |
| Everest Three Passes Trek | 17-21 days | Very Challenging | Experienced trekkers wanting maximum variety |
| Everest View Trek (Everest Short Trek) | 5-7 days | Easy-Moderate | First-timers or those short on time |
| Gokyo Lakes & Everest Base Camp Trek | 15-18 days | Challenging | Best of both routes in one trip |
| Island Peak Climbing & EBC Trek | 18-20 days | Challenging | Trekkers wanting a beginner peak climb added on |
Travel Tips
We would offer you the meeting and greeting service in Kathmandu International Airport on your arrival time. For this, you need to pass us your International flight details at least 2 days before your arrival date in Kathmandu. After you get down from the aircraft you just pass on the Customs and come out of the Terminal building where you will see our tour officer standing with a playing card with your name written on it. He will greet and welcome you with auspicious garland and escort you to the hotel.
Trekking to Everest Base Camp does not require tremendous logistics in terms of accommodation as you will find plenty of clean and friendly lodges along the trail. Lodges typically offer a room with a wooden bed with a simple mattress or foam pad, a cotton pillow, and a blanket or quilt. They have electric lights and all have a spacious dining room-lounge. We will accommodate you and your group in a local lodge available each day. We send a porter ahead of us to book the required rooms for you (here rooms cannot be booked in advance).
In the case of Kathmandu, we offer you a tourist standard hotel under 3-star categories unless it is mentioned otherwise or clients have a special choice.
In the trail of Everest Base Camp Trekking, it’s commonly available of Authentic Nepali meal: Dal Bhat (rice with lentils soup and seasonable vegetables), noodles, pasta, chapatis, eggs, French fries, porridge, and muesli. The restaurant of lodges also serves Tibetan foods like momo, thukpa, chowmein, along with pizza, spring rolls, pancake, and another continental as well as Indian foods.
Tea and hot lemon are traditionally the main drinks on the trail though coffee is found everywhere. Bottled soft drinks, bottled water, and even beer are common along the route but the price of each bottle rises each day when you move upward.
The trekking team who will go with you is the most significant thing that makes your Everest Base Camp trekking successful, enjoyable and memorable. We would provide you with skilled, experienced, courteous, knowledgeable and helpful trekking guide and porters. The trekking guide leads you in the trail and brief you all the about this route and porters carry your luggage. Our all trekking guides are carefully selected in terms of their appropriate experience, leadership skills and their knowledge about local culture, ecosystem, geography, flora and fauna, and history. With aim of sustaining local communities, we only employ local people as trekking guide and porter. Our all trekking guides are certified by Nepal Government, Ministry of Tourism. We manage trekking team such a way that one trekking guide in each group and porters like one porter for two trekkers.
During the trek, your main luggage will be carried by porters or pack animals (usually yaks or crossbreeds). You simply carry a day pack with water bottle, camera, sunscreen, spare jacket, etc. – a small load that allows full enjoyment of the trek. A trek bag is ideal for your main luggage, plus a small lockable bag for travel clothes or anything that you do not need during trek which you can leave at hotel’s locker room in Kathmandu for free of charge.
Every morning, first of all, packing your bags and then have a hearty breakfast at the lodge restaurant. Then set off on the day’s walk. After walking for 3-4 hours you all stop for lunch in a local restaurant. Then continue walking for your destination. After lunch, it’s the only a couple of hours walking. You usually arrive at your destination in the time of afternoon tea. Check in at the lodge. The rest of the day is at leisure. At the free time, you may explore the surrounding village, doing a bit of washing or simply relax by reading books and writing a diary. On some days you will arrive at your destination by lunchtime and the entire afternoon will be free. Most people also spend free time playing cards and other games reliving the day’s adventures. Then in the evening have a dinner and you will be briefed by your trekking guide about your next day’s walking and then go to your bed for a well-earned sleep.
We believe casualty and a serious sickness will not happen in the trip. If it happens we will do everything to transfer you to the nearest hospital. Since all the expenses incurred in evacuation liable to you please make sure that it is covered by your insurance before assigning for it or be prepared to pay on your own after getting back to Kathmandu.
The itinerary for each trip should be taken as a guideline only. Depending on the situation, you can modify it to some extent after consulting with your guide. However, the date of the trip ending should always coincide with the original itinerary.
Kindly keep in mind that sometimes unforeseen events may contribute to the need for a change in itinerary. In such cases, we or your guide will suggest the best alternative similar to your original.
In Everest region as you climb through the hills mixed deciduous forests and scattered rice terraces give way to pine forests, then rhododendrons, then scrub junipers, before finally, the only vegetation is low alpine shrubs and grasses. As you walk, scan the skies and the undergrowth for golden eagles and the spectacular Himalayan Monal (danphe or impeyan pheasant) with its regal, shimmering green, blue and purple plumage. In forested areas around Namche Bazaar, Thame, Phortse and Tengboche, keep your eyes peeled for Himalayan Thar and musk deer often spotted beside trails early in the morning. You may also hear the strange hoarse call o the muntjak or barking deer. Everest is also home to both leopards and snow leopards and allegedly the fearsome yeti.
Naturally, the Everest Region is so beautiful, but equally, it is fragile as well. Increasing population density and the number of trekkers threaten the very beauty of this area. We at Excellent Himalaya Trek are extremely conscious about protecting the beautiful natural environment and preserving the fascinating local culture. We are doing our level best to minimize our impact as much as possible. All our trekking guides and porters are well-trained and motivated to follow guidelines for responsible tourism and eco-friendly tourism. In trekking, they also advise you on do’s and don’ts to minimize your impact on the local environment.
In addition to your Trekking trip, you can join in various side Trips in Nepal like a cultural tour of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Jungle Safari in National Park, White Water Rafting in Himalayan Rivers, Golfing, Adventure activities like Bungee Jumping, Altra Light Flight, Paragliding, Jeep flyer etc. You also can extend your trip to neighboring Himalayan Countries: Bhutan, Tibet, Sikkim (India) which seems more appealing to you. On your request, we will give you the detail of the side trips.
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