Everest Base Camp Trek Cost 2026/2027: What You’ll Actually Pay
By Suman Shrestha · Last checked 13 September 2026 against our live booking prices and current government fees
I’ve walked to Everest Base Camp more than sixty times with clients from more than forty countries. The question I still hear most often is simple: “How much is this actually going to cost me?” Most websites give a wide range and leave you guessing. Here is the clear, practical picture for 2026 and 2027.
The Short Version
- Our guided 14-day package: $1,125 if you’re in a group of 9–10, up to $1,550 if you’re going solo.
- Realistic total from Kathmandu: most people spend $1,600–$2,800 once the usual extras are added.
- Permits: only two are required. Combined cost is about $45–50. TIMS is no longer needed in the Khumbu.
- Biggest fixed cost: Lukla flights — usually $360–$510 return. In peak season they often leave from Ramechhap.
- Don’t skip: travel insurance that covers helicopter rescue above 5,000 m. Without it one evacuation can cost more than the whole trek.
Our 14-Day Package Prices for 2026 & 2027
These are the current rates from our booking system. They include the flights, permits, guide, teahouse beds, and three meals a day on the trail.
| Group Size | Price per Person |
| 9–10 people | $1,125 |
| 7–8 people | $1,150 |
| 5–6 people | $1,175 |
| 3–4 people | $1,225 |
| 2 people | $1,250 |
| Solo private trek | $1,550 |
What’s included in that price
Airport pick-up and drop-off in Kathmandu, two nights in a clean 3-star hotel with breakfast, the round-trip Lukla flights, both permits, a licensed English-speaking guide, eleven nights in teahouses, three meals a day on the trek, staff insurance and wages, a basic first-aid kit and oximeter, the route map, and the certificate at the end.
About the porter: It is not included in the numbers above. Most first-timers are happier with a porter. Shared (one porter for two people, max 20 kg total) costs an extra $90–$180. A private porter is available if you prefer. We pay our porters fairly and insure them — that is non-negotiable for us.
Detailed Cost Breakdown — Where the Money Actually Goes
When people see a package price, they often wonder what they are really paying for. Here is a realistic split for a standard 14-day guided trek booked with a local operator:
- Lukla return flights: $360–$510 (the largest single line item)
- Guide wages, food, insurance, and equipment: roughly $350–$450 for the trip
- Porter (if added): $90 shared/ $180 not shared
- Permits: $45–$50
- Teahouse accommodation (11 nights): included in the package; the real cost to the operator is modest because rooms are cheap if you eat there
- Three meals a day on the trail: included; this is one of the biggest value items in a proper package
- Kathmandu hotel (2 nights) + transfers + staff overhead: the remainder
Full Inclusions
- Private vehicle airport transfers in Kathmandu
- Two nights at a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
- Kathmandu/Ramechhap–Lukla return flights plus airport tax
- Eleven nights teahouse accommodation (twin sharing)
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner every day on the trail
- Licensed English-speaking guide for the whole trek
- All staff food, accommodation, insurance and wages
- Sagarmatha National Park permit and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu permit
- Pulse oximeter, basic altitude medicine and first-aid kit
- Trekking map and completion certificate
- All government and local taxes
What You Pay Yourself
- Your international flights into Kathmandu
- Nepal visa (easy on arrival)
- Travel insurance that covers high altitude and helicopter evacuation
- Porter (optional but recommended)
- Drinks, hot showers, WiFi and charging on the trail
- Lunch and dinner while you’re in Kathmandu
- Personal shopping, laundry, phone calls
- Tips for guide and porter
- Anything caused by flight cancellations, weather or personal illness
Permits in 2026 & 2027 — Keep It Simple
You only need two permits. The old TIMS card is finished for the Everest region.
- Sagarmatha National Park Permit: NPR 3,000 (about $23–25 including VAT)
- Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entry Permit: NPR 3,000 (about $23)
Together that’s roughly $45–50. We arrange both for you, and the cost is already included in the package price. If a company is still quoting TIMS for EBC, they’re working from old information.
Nepal Visa Costs
Most people get the visa on arrival at Kathmandu airport. Current fees:
- 15 days: $30
- 30 days: $50
- 90 days: $125
A 30-day visa is enough for the standard 14-day trek plus a few buffer days. Indian citizens have different rules and usually pay less or enter with different documentation. Always check the latest requirements before you fly.
Lukla Flights and the Ramechhap Detour
The flight into Lukla is the single biggest fixed cost after the package itself. Expect $360–$510 return for foreigners. Airlines that commonly operate the route include Tara Air, Summit Air, and a few others.
In the busy months (spring and autumn) most flights leave from Manthali in Ramechhap, not from Kathmandu. That means a 4–5 hour jeep ride in the early morning and often an extra night near the airstrip. We handle the transfers and the rebooking when weather shuts the airport — which happens more often than most people expect.
Always keep at least one spare day at each end of your trip. It saves a lot of stress and money.
Does the Season Change the Price?
Yes, but not as dramatically as some people think. Peak months (March–May and late September–November) have higher demand for flights and teahouse beds. Shoulder periods and winter are quieter and sometimes a little cheaper, but you trade better weather and clearer views for colder temperatures or cloud.
Our package price stays the same across the year. The main extra cost in peak season is the higher chance of Ramechhap transfers and the need for a stronger weather buffer. If your dates are flexible, the weeks just outside the absolute peak can feel less crowded without a big price difference.
What People from Different Countries Actually Spend
The package is only one part. Here’s a realistic picture that includes typical international flights, visa, insurance, tips and the usual trail spending money.
| Coming from | Return flights | Our package (2–4) | Visa, ins, tips, extras | Rough total |
| UK / Europe | $700–1,200 | $1,225–1,250 | $350–550 | $2,300–3,000 |
| USA East Coast | $1,200–1,800 | $1,225–1,250 | $400–600 | $2,900–3,700 |
| USA West Coast | $1,000–1,600 | $1,225–1,250 | $400–600 | $2,700–3,500 |
| Australia / NZ | $900–1,500 | $1,225–1,250 | $350–550 | $2,500–3,300 |
| India | $200–500 | $1,225–1,250 | $250–400 | $1,700–2,200 |
Flight prices move around a lot. Treat these as planning numbers, not fixed quotes.
Sample Budgets — Solo vs Couple
Solo traveler (private trek):
Package $1,550 + porter $180 + insurance $120 + visa $50 + trail extras & tips $350 + Kathmandu buffer $100 ≈ $2,350 from Kathmandu (before international flights).
Couple (2 people):
Package $1,250 each + shared porter $90 + insurance $120 each + visa $50 each + trail extras & tips $300 each + buffer $100 each ≈ $1910 per person from Kathmandu.
Daily Costs on the Trail (What the Small Things Add Up To)
Even with meals included in the package, most people spend extra every day. Prices rise with altitude because everything is carried up by a porter or yak.
- Hot shower: $3–5 (more common and more expensive above Namche)
- WiFi / Everest Link card: $5–10 per day in the higher villages
- Device charging: $2–4 per device
- Bottled or boiled water: $1–3 per litre (bring purification tablets or a filter to save money and plastic)
- Snacks, chocolate, soft drinks: easy to spend $5–15 a day if you are not careful
A realistic extra daily spend above Namche is $15–30 per person if you want reasonable comfort. Over ten days, that becomes a real line item.
Cash on the Trail and a Sensible Buffer
After Namche, the ATMs get unreliable. Carry enough cash for the whole upper section of the trek. Most teahouses prefer Nepalese rupees, though some accept US dollars at a less favourable rate.
- Above Namche: plan on $250–400 per person for showers, WiFi, charging, snacks and drinks.
- Tips: most people give the guide around $10–15 a day and the porter $5–8 a day. For a 14-day trek, that usually comes to $150–250 combined.
- Weather buffer: keep $150–300 aside for possible extra nights if Lukla flights are cancelled. It happens often enough that you’ll be glad you planned for it.
12-Day vs 14-Day vs Longer Routes — Cost Difference
A shorter itinerary saves a little on accommodation and guide days, but it compresses the acclimatization. Most first-timers do better on the classic 14-day schedule. Adding Gokyo Lakes or the Three Passes increases both the length and the price.
- 12-day versions: usually $100–200 less than the 14-day package, but the risk of altitude issues is higher.
- Standard 14-day: the sweet spot for most people — proper rest days in Namche and Dingboche.
- Gokyo or Three Passes (16–18 days): expect to pay $300–600 more depending on the exact route and group size.
What “Standard Teahouse” Actually Means
Most packages, including ours, use normal teahouses. These are family-run lodges with twin rooms, shared toilets, and a common dining room. Rooms are basic but clean enough. At higher altitudes, the facilities become more basic, and the prices for extras rise.
If you want attached bathrooms, better mattresses, or heated dining rooms in selected villages, that is possible, but it adds cost. Luxury lodge treks with private rooms and higher-end food can easily double or triple the package price. For most people, the standard teahouse experience is part of the trek and perfectly adequate.
Travel Insurance — The One Thing You Cannot Skip
A helicopter evacuation from near Base Camp without insurance can easily cost $5,000–$15,000. Your policy must specifically cover:
- Trekking up to at least 5,500–6,000 m
- Emergency helicopter rescue and medical expenses
- Trip cancellation and interruption if possible
Budget $80–$200 for a proper policy. Cheaper insurance that excludes high altitude is worthless on this trek. Always check the fine print before you buy and keep a digital and paper copy with you.
Gear: Rent in Kathmandu or Bring Your Own?
You do not need to buy everything new. In Thamel, you can rent a good down jacket and sleeping bag for the whole trek for roughly $40–80 combined. Trekking poles are another $10–15.
If you already own solid boots, a warm jacket, and a sleeping bag rated to at least –10 °C, bring them. Otherwise, renting is the cheaper and more practical option for most people. We can advise on reliable rental shops once you book.
Helicopter Options and Real Costs
Some people add a helicopter return from Gorak Shep or Lukla. A shared helicopter seat one-way from the upper trail currently runs roughly $500–$1,200 depending on the exact route and demand. A private charter is several times more.
It is a useful option if you have limited time or if the weather looks unstable for the walk out, but it is not necessary for a standard successful trek. Many people who plan a helicopter return end up walking out anyway because the weather cooperates.
When Should You Book?
For peak season (especially October and April) it is wise to book three to six months ahead if you want preferred dates and to secure Lukla flights. Shoulder season is more flexible. Last-minute bookings are possible but you may have less choice on flights and guide availability.
We hold flights and teahouse arrangements as soon as a booking is confirmed, which is why early booking reduces stress later.
What Actually Changes the Final Price
A few decisions make the biggest difference:
- How many days: Fourteen days is the standard and the safest for acclimatization. Cutting it shorter saves a little money but raises the risk.
- Who you book with: A local Nepali company charges one price. Many international brands and big online platforms charge another — often 30–50 % more for essentially the same services on the ground.
- Group size: Going alone means you carry the full cost of the guide. Two people already helps. Five or more gets you the best rates.
- Comfort upgrades: Standard teahouses are fine for most people. Private rooms with attached bathrooms or luxury lodges push the price up quickly.
Why the Same Trek Can Cost $1,200 or $4,000
The trail, the teahouses and the mountains don’t change. What changes is how many companies take a cut before the money reaches the people actually running the trek. We operate from Nepal, so the price you see is closer to the real cost of a properly guided trip with insured staff. That is the main reason our rates sit lower than many of the big international names.
Porter Welfare and Why the Cheapest Package Can Cost Someone Else
Extremely cheap packages often cut corners on staff pay, insurance or equipment. We insure our porters, limit loads to a maximum of 20 kg for a shared porter, and pay fair wages. If a quote looks too good to be true, ask what the porters and guides actually receive. A safe trek should not come at the expense of the people carrying the bags.
Common Budget Mistakes I Still See
- Arriving with too little cash for the upper trail (showers, WiFi, snacks, tips)
- Buying cheap insurance that excludes high altitude or helicopter rescue
- Not leaving any buffer days for Lukla weather delays
- Choosing the absolute cheapest package without checking what is actually included
- Underestimating how much small daily expenses add up above Namche
Standard 14-Day Outline
This is the itinerary we use most often. Walking times are approximate — they depend on fitness, weather and how the group is moving.
| Day | Route | Altitude | Walking |
| 1 | Arrive Kathmandu | 1,400 m | — |
| 2 | Fly to Lukla, walk to Phakding | 2,610 m | 3–4 hrs |
| 3 | Phakding to Namche Bazaar | 3,440 m | 5–6 hrs |
| 4 | Rest and acclimatize in Namche | 3,440 m | optional hike |
| 5 | Namche to Tengboche | 3,860 m | 5–6 hrs |
| 6 | Tengboche to Dingboche | 4,410 m | 5–6 hrs |
| 7 | Acclimatization in Dingboche | 4,410 m | optional hike |
| 8 | Dingboche to Lobuche | 4,910 m | 5–6 hrs |
| 9 | Lobuche → Everest Base Camp → Gorak Shep | 5,364 m | 7–8 hrs |
| 10 | Kala Patthar sunrise, then down to Pheriche | 5,545 m | 6–7 hrs |
| 11 | Pheriche to Namche | 3,440 m | 6–7 hrs |
| 12 | Namche to Lukla | 2,840 m | 6–7 hrs |
| 13 | Fly back to Kathmandu | 1,400 m | — |
| 14 | Depart Kathmandu | — | — |
Common Questions
How much does the Everest Base Camp trek really cost in 2026 and 2027?
With us the guided package runs from $1,125 (big group) to $1,550 (solo). Most people spend $1,600–$2,800 all-in from Kathmandu once tips, insurance and trail extras are added. Your international flights sit on top of that.
Do I still need a TIMS card?
No. TIMS is no longer required for the Khumbu. You only need the Sagarmatha National Park permit and the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu permit — about $45–50 total.
Is the porter included in your package price?
Not in the base price. Adding a shared porter costs $180–$250. Most first-timers prefer to take one.
What catches people out on cost?
The small daily expenses above Namche and the possibility of Lukla delays. Carry enough cash and keep a modest buffer. That prevents most unpleasant surprises.
Why are some packages twice the price of yours?
Usually because more companies have taken a margin before the money reaches Nepal. The trail and the teahouses stay the same.
Is a guide required?
Yes. Since 2023 Nepal requires every trekker in the Everest region to travel with a licensed guide. Solo independent trekking is no longer allowed.
Is the 12-day version worth the saving?
It saves a little money but cuts the acclimatization days. For most first-time trekkers the standard 14-day schedule is the safer and more enjoyable choice.
How much cash should I carry above Namche?
Plan on $250–400 per person for the upper trail. That covers showers, WiFi, charging, snacks, drinks and tips without stress.
Who Wrote This
Suman Shrestha founded Excellent Himalaya Trek & Expedition and has guided in the Khumbu for more than twenty years. He has completed the Everest Base Camp trek over sixty times with clients from more than forty countries. The company is registered with the Nepal government (175840/074/075), holds trekking licence 2432, and is a member of TAAN and NMA.
The most common money mistake I still see is people arriving with too little cash for the upper trail and no buffer for Lukla weather. The packages above are built so those two problems are less likely to ruin the trip.
Why Book Directly with Us
- We are a local operator — the price does not pass through extra offices overseas
- Guides are licensed and staff are properly insured
- Clear inclusions so you know exactly what you are paying for
- Realistic acclimatization schedule and attention to porter welfare
- Long track record on this specific route
Next Step
If you want dates, a private trek quote, or just to check current availability for 2026 or 2027, message us. We normally reply within a day.
Email: [email protected]
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Website: https://excellenttrek.com
Itinerary
Our tour officer will be receiving you at Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu. He/She will be displaying a play card with your name written on it outside the airport terminal. He will meet, greet and welcome you with auspicious garland and escort you to your respective hotel by our private tourist vehicle. At the hotel, he will assist you to check in and do a pre-trip meeting with you. You will be briefed about your overall program, introduced your guide and clear your questions/queries if any. During the meeting please clear the due balance and handover a readable copy of your travel insurance policy. Overnight at the hotel.
Early morning you will be picked up at the hotel by our guide and escort you to for the flight to Lukla. During flight, you enjoy stunning views of Himalayas. After landing at Tenzing-Hilary airport you meet your porter. He will carry your luggage. Then you start your trekking. Today you trek of three hours. It’s easy and gentle. The trail starts passing a Kani (ceremonial gatehouse). It descends steeply then runs level above Kyangma village, which has a large gompa (monastery) and school. After that, you enter Cheplung village. The trail descends through community forest with the sight of Dudh Koshi River. Crossing suspension bridge it’s a short climb around the ridge to Ghat. Leaving Ghat the trail passes a school and complex of mani walls, chortens and prayer wheels. Then the trail climbs to the hamlet of Chhuthawa. From Chhuthawa after a short walk, you reach to Phakding. Overnight at a mountain lodge.
After breakfast, you continue trekking along the banks of the Dudh Koshi River. Continuing up the Dudh Koshi valley you will reach a cluster of local Bhatti (porter rest houses) and a small hydroelectric project. The trail climbs up over the ridge and pines to the small village of Toktok. You will soon get your first view of Thamserku peak (6608m). The trail again climbs steeply around the ridge and reach Benkar. Here you find waterfalls. Leaving Benkar the trail crosses east bank of Dudh Koshi River over suspension bridge and heads to Chumoa. From Chumoa it’s another steep climb to the outskirts of Monjo village. Just above the Monjo, there is a checkpoint for Sagarmatha National Park. Your trekking card is checked here. Afterward, the trail cuts across to the west bank of the Dudh Koshi River on another suspension bridge and runs to Jorsale. Above Jorsale you follow the river bank over gravel before climbing to the forest. You will see flowing together of Bhote Koshi and Dudh Koshi rivers. From here it continues ascent through dense pine forests and then eventually enters to Namche Bazaar. Overnight at a mountain lodge.
Today you stay at Namche Bazaar to avoid symptoms of Altitude Sickness (AMS). This doesn’t mean you have to stop walking. You hike up the Shyangboche. You cross grass airstrip at Shyangboche and walk towards the Everest View Hotel, the highest hotel in the world according to the Guinness Book of Records. From here you can have a good view of Mt. Everest and surrounding peaks. Then you continue walking to Khumjung, the largest Sherpa village in Everest region which sprawls below the peak of Khumbila (5761m). The houses here are large and ostentatious and many locals own tracts of land further north along the valley. You visit Khumjung Gompa. One of the treasures kept here is a Yeti Skull. From the flat area in front of the Gompa, there are views east to Amadablam, Thamserku, and Khumbila. After the visit of Khumjung village, you return directly to Namche Bazaar following the path behind the village school. Today you will have also option to visit Sagarmatha National Park Visitor Center where you can see some well-preserved displays on Himalayan flora and fauna and the culture of Sherpa people. Overnight at a mountain lodge.
After breakfast, you follow the path by the giant Mani in Chhorkung and trek north around the long ridge. At the end of the bluff is a viewpoint over a panorama of Thamserku, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Everest. Then trail reaches Kyangjuma. After a short walk, it takes to trail junction at Sanasa. You follow the trail to Tengboche runs gently downhill towards the river traversing Lawichasa, Tashinga, and Phunki Thenga. Then it crosses the river on the bridge. From here the trail climbs past some water powered prayer wheels and begins a sustained climb through a forest of rhododendrons. On the way, there are many porter rest stops. Eventually, you will reach Kani and a pair of chortens and arrive at Tengboche. The major attraction of this place is Tengboche Gompa. Inside the monastery are incredibly elaborate wall hangings, a 20-foot sculpture of Buddha, and the musical instruments and robes of the Lamas. Overnight at a mountain lodge.
Your day starts with following the trail through conifers and rhododendrons forest. The trail sooner reaches Debuche. Then the path continues through rhododendron forests to Milinggo. From here the trail descends steeply to the suspension bridge over Imja Khola. Crossing the bridge it climbs. You find the good photo shooting place of beautiful Stupa mirroring towering Ama Dablam. Afterward, you will soon arrive at Pangboche. Leaving Pangboche the trail climbs above the tree line and enters the arid landscape of alpine meadows. It follows the path of Imja Khola (stream) and passes Shomare and Orsho. After Orsho the trail splits. You will follow the lower path along the west bank of Imja Khola that leads to Dingboche. From Dingboche, you can have good views of Island Peak, Peak 38 and Lhotse. Overnight at a mountain lodge.
Today you spend a day in Dingboche for the acclimatization. In the morning you have refreshing breakfast while admiring views of the looming Ama Dablam (6,856 m). Then after our guide take you a short walk to Nangkartshang Gompa. This Buddhist monastery is 400 m above Dingboche on the ridge. From there you can enjoy the view of Makalu (8463m), the fifth highest mountain in the world, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho Oyu. From this vantage place, you can also see Imja valley as well as picturesque fields and pastures. Then you walk back to Dingboche and get relaxed at your lodge. Overnight at a mountain lodge.
From Dingboche, you follow the path climbing slowly along the ridge through the village of Dusa. On the way, you can have a spectacular view of twin peaks of Taboche and Cholatse, Ama Dablam and Kantega. Then the trail drops down to a glacial stream following rising up to Dughla. From this village, the trail goes directly up gravelly terminal moraine of the Khumbu glacier. Afterward, it moves at the top of the ridge which covered with memorials to lost climbers and Sherpas. From here you can enjoy an impressive view of Pumori (7145m), Lingtren (6697m), Khumbutse (6623m), Changtse (7550m) Nuptse and Lhotse. Then trail meets the junction. You follow the path that ascends north over the loose moraine and arrive at Lobuche. Overnight at a mountain lodge.
Today your trek begins following a narrow gap between the glacial moraine and the mountain wall past the Italian Pyramid. The route of the path changes regularly as the edge of the moraine tumbles into the glacier. To find the trail look for cairns of stones left as markers and hoof prints and dung left by yak trains. After rounding the trail you will have your first views of Kalapathar (5545m). As you climb to take the time to detour to the edge of the moraine to look out over the Khumbu Glacier. Then the trail passes Changri Shar Glacier and reaches Gorak Shep, flat sandy bowls at the foot of Kalapathar. You continue walking to Everest Base Camp following the path across the Khumbu Glacier. Everest Base Camp is at the bottom of the Khumbu Icefall at 5365m. Visiting Everest Base Camp you trek back to Gorakshep for night halt. Overnight at a mountain lodge.
Wake up early in the morning then hike up to Kalapathar through grassy ridge above the Gorak Shep. It takes one and half hour to two hours to reach the summit which is marked by prayer flags. As you climb it the peak of Pumori looms dramatically ahead. By climbing 200 m you will find yourself in front of world’s definitive mountain views- a 360-degree panorama of Himalayan giants from Pumori and Lobuche to Nuptse, Lhotse, and Everest. From this elevation the true height of Everest becomes clear. The entire south face of Everest is visible. After taking photos this world-class scenery you back down to Gorakshep. Have a lunch in Gorakshep. In the afternoon you trek to Pheriche retracing your steps along the moraine of Khumbu glacier. Overnight at a mountain lodge.
After breakfast, you descend to the valley of Orsho then follow the west bank of Imja Khola to Shomare and on to Pangboche. From Pangboche you retrace your footsteps down to the Imja Khola and up through the forest to Debuche and Tengboche. From Tengboche, you trek down to Phunki Thenga then climb the ridge towards Namche Bazaar. Overnight at a mountain lodge.
From Namche Bazaar, you follow the steeply downward path. Once you cross the high suspension bridge the trail runs mostly level to Josale and then climbs to Monjo where your trekking card will be checked out. Then it’s an easy run through Benkar and Phakding to Lukla. After arriving at Lukla it ends your overall trek. Most trekkers make a celebration of finishing their trekking with their guide and crew members at Lukla. Overnight at a mountain lodge.
In the morning, you move to Tenzing-Hillary airport. Then catch once again that scenic mountain flight to Kathmandu. After you land at Kathmandu airport you will be transferred to your hotel. You have free time rest of the day. You can have a hot shower, a spa for relaxing your body in Kathmandu. Evening you will be offered a farewell dinner with Nepali cuisines and cultural dances at typical Nepali Restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.
The trip concludes today. Our tour officer will drop you at Kathmandu International Airport for your flight departure from Nepal.
Travel Tips
All foreign nationals except Indian Nationals are required to arrange a visa in order to enter Nepal. A Nepalese Visa can be obtained either prior to your arrival at a Nepalese embassy abroad or on arrival time in Kathmandu at the airport. But nationals from Afghanistan, Iraq, Cameroon, Ghana, Somalia, Swaziland, Palestine, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Ethiopia, and Liberia cannot secure the Nepalese Visa upon arrival. The Visa can be also taken at entry points at Nepalese borders. For Nepalese Visa it requires your passport with at least six months validity, a recent digital photo (size: 1.5″ x 1.5″), and the following fees either in USD dollars cash or the equivalent local currency:
| Visa Facility | Duration | Fee |
| Multiple entries | 15 days | US$ 30 or equivalent Nepalese currency |
| Multiple entries | 30 days | US$ 50 or equivalent Nepalese currency |
| Multiple entries | 90 days | US$ 125 or equivalent Nepalese currency |
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.
Everest Base Camp Trekking is moderate trek suitable for any passionate walkers who able to walk at least 5-7 hours a day with a light day pack. Walking in higher altitudes is more physically demanding than walking in lower altitudes; however, if you are in excellent health with average physical fitness and have a positive attitude, self-confidence, and strong determination, you can do this trek successfully. Exercising and jogging regularly for some weeks prior to the trip is a good idea to enhance your strength and stability. Past hiking experience would be an asset but not compulsorily required for this trip. It is vital for participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases to consult their doctor before taking the trip.
At high elevations, the combination of reduced oxygen and lower atmospheric pressure can produce a variety of unpredictable effects on the body, known collectively as Acute mountain sickness (AMS) is also commonly known as Altitude Sickness. Everyone who treks over 3500 m experiences some mild symptoms of AMS like slowness, dizziness, headache, nausea, loss of appetite, shortness of breath, racing pulse, disturbed sleep and swelling of the hands and feet but serious cases are very rare. The golden rule of prevention from Altitude Sickness is don’t walk too fast at altitude, drink plenty of liquids, eating well, getting plenty of sleep and avoiding alcohol. If in case you feel any mentioned symptoms the simple cure is to move down (descend) and you shouldn’t ascend further until you start feeling better. To treat AMS there is also available medication Acetazolamide (better known under the brand name Diamox). The dosage is 250 mg every twelve hours. Diamox improves respiration at altitude and can, therefore, accelerate acclimatization. Some doctors recommend a preventive dose (125 mg twice a day) for people trekking at high elevations. At the time of trekking our trekking team always guides you to prevent from Altitude Sickness and they always have Diamox along with first aid kit.
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.
Everest Base Camp Trek is high altitude trip. We strongly advise you to take travel insurance before joining a tour which should cover medical expenses, hospitalization, and helicopter evacuation from high-altitude places in case of an emergency require. The highest altitude you reach is 5550 meters. Thus your insurance should have coverage up to the elevation of 5550 meters. The Nepali insurance companies only sell insurance policies for Nepali citizens. We do insurance only for our guide and porter. For the insurance for yourself, we request you to buy it from the insurance company in your home country or abroad. You can also buy travel insurance online from abroad insurance companies in a very easy way.
We would request you to bring your insurance documents when you come to Nepal.
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 and Expedition are extremely conscious about protecting our 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.
Trip Reviews
It’s my dream from my childhood to reach the base camp of Mount Everest. By reading several travel books I knew it needs one experienced trek organizer for the best trip experience. I talked with a couple of friends who already did it. They recommended me Excellent Himalaya Trek and Expedition. Rightly Excellent Himalaya Trek is very efficient since the first contact and very patient in designing my itinerary as there were many changes on my side. After I landed in Kathmandu they offered me family environment took care well. Suman, the owner, provided very experienced trekking guide and porter. I am sure that without their assistance I could not succeed this trip. Overall, I appreciate the fact that everything is well managed. Thank you Excellent Himalaya Trek for your perfect services.
Happynav
Australia
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