Overview
The great thing about Nepal is that it is home to one of the highest peaks in the world, Mount Everest, with 8848 m (29,029 feet) being the highest. The trek at the base is known as the greatest and most rewarding challenge that you can imagine.
We need to reach for more and push ourselves to the limit. Obstacles are known to block our path, but at times we need to find the motivation and effort to overcome them. Trekking on this journey will lead to a brand new experience and perspective on life. After climbing to the top and working through the difficulty will be rewarding after seeing the multicolored flags waving in the wind.
The trek allows trekkers to explore and enjoy the culture and natural significance of the Khumbu region. Himalayan panoramic view of different and highest peaks like Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Choyu.
On this tour, you will be able to see breathtaking views and experience something new. You will be able to see life from a different perspective while enjoying the clear skies and testing your limits. This type of tour is for individuals who are experienced and anyone that wants to see something beautiful. This tour includes strenuous activity and constant waking. Some of the paths can be uneven and rocky. Our previous trekkers have stated that this experience has been eye-opening and a lovely trek. It is one of our most popular treks. Come join us and see what this trek has to offer.
Important note for Everest Base Camp Trek
There are some important points to bear in mind for trekking in Everest region. This guide provides advice on the best approaches to take and informs you about the services you can expect to receive while in the Himalayas. It also advises on health considerations and tells you what will happen if you should become unwell. While it is helpful to learn what works best, you can also take assurance from the fact that your guides will be experts in mountain-climbing and have an intimate knowledge of the Everest Region. So you’ll be in safe hands throughout the whole experience.
Please note that often the Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flight gets delayed by a few hours or may even be canceled for one, two, or more days due to unfavorable weather conditions, and these conditions may arise even in the best seasons. Hence, in such cases, you must be prepared for long waits either at Kathmandu or Lukla airport, as this can happen either at the start or end of the trek or even both! We will do our best to avoid such delays, and arrange the next flight for you. We also organize Helicopter flights in such conditions, if it is available and upon request by our clients and at an additional cost to the clients. The helicopter costs vary but can be around the $4,000 mark and it can lift 4-5 persons per flight. Still, we suggest you to be prepared for possible delays/cancellations, and if possible to come with some extra buffer days (1-2 days) at the end of the trip to accommodate such delays. If everything runs smoothly and you still have a few days of your buffer days left then you will have the option to set up activities around the Kathmandu Valley, which can be organized bySabbatical Explore Nepal for you. The optional activities may include visiting places/landmarks of your choice, adventure sports, shopping, etc. Unfortunately, if these situations arise and you cannot fly in or out of the mountains due to weather constraints, we cannot be held responsible and you will not be issued a refund in this case.
On the flights in/out of Lukla, the airlines restrict the amount of weight you can bring with you. They limit your duffel bag to 10kg and your backpack to 5kg. While on the trek your duffel bag is allowed to have 15kg in it, so you will have to adjust to meet these requirements or pay the excess baggage fee at the airport. The fees currently are $1 per kilo over the allowance, however, the airlines will not guarantee that you will get your bag on the plane if you are over the weight allotment, so we DO NOT recommend you going over the amount allowed. (Our Guide will weigh both luggage in Hotel before departure to Airport so please feel free and easy to consult with our guide and follow him.)
