Talk To An Expert ( Prakash Lamsal )
Talk To An Expert ( Prakash Lamsal )
You need plans and you need to prepare well before trekking to Everest Base Camp. Having adequate information on Everest Base Camp will help you in preparations and formulate a strategy. Through this blog, we attempt to cover all tips for Everest Base Camp Trek. Find answers to all FAQs about Everest.
Everest Base Camp Trek is a worldwide popular and the most demanding adventure activity of Nepal. The Everest Base Camp Trek Cost depends on several factors, such as Budget, Standard, and Luxury Options, as well as the mode of transportation from Kathmandu to Lukla, including flights by Airline or Helicopter. There are various ways to reach Everest Base Camp.
The price will be higher if you attempt to reach Base Camp from Jiri rather than from Lukla. This is because the trek from Jiri takes longer to reach Base Camp. With a longer itinerary, the cost of accommodation, food, and other miscellaneous cost increases. As per 2016, expect the cost to be around $450 for the trek from Jiri.
The price will be less expensive if you take Kathmandu to Lukla flight and trek to Base Camp. Everest Base Camp Trek cost include flight expenses, land transportation expenses, permit fees, Travel Insurance, TIMS Fees and all. You will find food as the most expensive among other things. Nepal Himalayas Trekking gives a seasonal and festival offer on this trek.
There has been a myth regarding the Everest Trek difficulty. EBC Trek is not as difficult as people think it is. If you have proper trekking equipment, a carefully planned itinerary with enough acclimatization days and proper logistic support, you will easily reach the Base Camp before you know it. Remember that acclimatization is the key factor. You should know when to stop, when to take rest and when should you ask for help. Also, oxygen goes on reducing with the increase in altitude.
Even a beginner traveler has gone to Base Camp without any difficulty from our trekking agency. A total of 62km distance is covered with an average walking hour per day of 6hours. There will be some steep ascend and descend through boulders and stone steps. Also, be advised that this trek is not for those with the knee problem and remember to consult with your doctor if you have a heart or lungs problem. Always travel light. However, we would like to assure you that you can even do Everest Base Camp Trek with a child. Facilities will be very basic at EBC Trekking route.
Well, Nepal is the land of Everest and no one knows it better than the locals do. Also, you would choose Nepali agents if you want to save extra bucks. You can save your money by almost half if you choose Nepali travel agency. Not only does Nepal Himalaya Trekking provide great companionship of a group but it also provides security and great sense of belongingness to all of the valued clients. We operate regular Everest Base Camp Trek.
There are two Everest Base Camps. The South Base Camp of Everest lies in Nepal and the North Base Camp lies in Tibet. North Base Camp does not allow much experience of trekking as you can drive all the way to the Base Camp. Also, getting a permit is difficult for North Base Camp. View of Everest from North Base Camp is not very good. Many adventure enthusiasts love to trek to the South Base Camp of Everest that lies in Nepal. Kalapattar, a view point located near to Everest Base Camp allows a great view of Everest, the tallest mountain in the world.
The height of South Base Camp of Everest is 5364m while the height of North Base Camp is 5545m.
Weather in Everest is unpredictable. Nights are much cooler than days in Everest. Where temperature reaches up to 25 degree Celsius during a day, it can drop down to -20 degrees during the night. Spring season continues for March to June and is the best time to visit Everest. Monsoon continues from July to Mid-September and is not recommended for the trek. Autumn season continues from End of September to November and Everest Base Camp remains busiest.
You can see Camps from different tour operators, especially during peak Mount Everest climbing season. At other times, Base Camp will be just a moraine area. The area is reserved for Everest Expedition during climbing season. Moraines at Base Camp area is unstable. Hence, it is advised that you return to Gorakshep for an overnight stay. It takes almost an hour to reach Gorakshep from Base Camp.
EBC trek is really less challenging than people think it is. The difficulty will be in going through series of ups and downs along slopes and steps. So, you can practice climbing up and down of the nearby hill. It will be effective if you carry some weight on your back during practice.
We would not advise you to drink tap water directly. You can use water purifying tablets. Also, remember to carry a thermos flask. Water remains freezing at high altitude during cold days. So, it is a nice idea to carry boiled water in a flask.
Everest Base Camp Trekking route is not that dangerous provided that you remember to stay on the wall side whenever you encounter with yak or mule so that you will not be knocked off the edge. The trekking trail has been widened such that it is easy to ascend and descend the slope. You will also need to be cautious about rock falls and you need to be more careful while crossing moraines and glaciers.
The golden rule to prevent high altitude sickness is not to stay overnight at an altitude more than 300m from the altitude of the previous night. For extra safety, it will be better to take one acclimatization day after you conquer every 1000m.
Yes, EBC Trek is possible with child as well. Many families have taken child to Base Camp. But you should be sure that your child can properly express himself in a case of high altitude sickness and other problems. Also, it will be unwise to take your child with you to base camp if your child does not obey you or your child does not like exercise or you’re a cold climate does not suit your child. If you take enough rest days, bringing your child to Everest is a fine idea as there are many things to explore and see including snow-clad mountains and the Himalayan wildlife.
Yes, you can charge the battery through solar power at most of the areas. The price of charging batteries goes on increasing with the increase in altitude. So, we would recommend you to carry high capacity power banks. At some places, the price of charging batteries is up to NPR 500 per hour.
Yes, you can have internet access at Everest Base Camp. Furthermore, you can also find 3G mobile phone coverage at Base Camp. So, you can now make video calls and you can also surf the internet on Ncell mobile phones. It has been possible after Ncell constructed 3G Base station at Gorakshep. According to the company, their coverage is available even at the Everest summit. 3G mobile communications from Ncell is a better alternative to the expensive satellite phone.
Everest Base Camp Trek duration depends on the package you choose. The shortest Everest Base Camp Trek begins with a flight to Lukla and follows the standard trekking route to Base Camp. Another option is to join Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trekking which continues for relatively longer days. If you are looking for the most difficult route to Everest Base Camp, you should join Everest Three passes trek that takes you through Thame valley, Gokyo Valley and Khumbu to Everest Base Camp and Kalapattar. Standard Everest Base Camp Trek at Nepal Himalayas Trekking continues for 17days during which you will reach Everest Base Camp and Kalapattar.
A change in Nepal Government policy has made it compulsory that all trekkers must be accompanied by a guide.
There are many insurance companies that provide insurance for Everest Base Camp Trek. You should read their terms and conditions carefully. It is because most of the insurance companies cover insurance only till 5000m altitude. For Everest Base Camp Trek, you need an insurance company that covers insurance for the trek up to 6000m altitude. One of the companies that cover insurance up to 6000m altitude is World Nomads. You should also make sure that your insurance covers charge for helicopter evacuation from Everest in case of emergency.
Everest Base Camp Trek Insurance Company for Canada
https://www.tugo.com/
https://www.ab.bluecross.ca/
Everest Base Camp Trek Insurance Company for America
http://www.europassistance-usa.com/
http://www.axa-assistance.us/services/travel-insurance.html
For Australia and New Zealand
https://buymembership.internationalsos.com/compare/
https://www.scti.co.nz/travel-insurance
For British Tourists
https://buymembership.internationalsos.com/compare/
http://www.europassistance-usa.com/
For Europe and Slovenia
http://www.europaeische.at
For Germany and Switzerland
http://www.eurocross.com/
For Netherland
https://buymembership.internationalsos.com/compare/
For Tourists from Asia and South-Africa
https://buymembership.internationalsos.com/compare/
http://www.ms-ins.com/english/
In general, personal items that you pack depends on your choice. Remember to pack enough clothes to prevent from cold Himalayas. It is wise to pack your items in two bags. Pack your valuable items and things of daily use on one bag, preferably a backpack. The other heavy bag will be carried by mules or porter.
General
Sleeping bag
Rucksack bag
Down Jacket
For Head and Neck
Hat to keep heat of sun off from your ears and neck
Lightweight Balaclava
UV protection Glacier glasses
Headlamp with extra batteries
A neck warmer
Hand
1 pair liner gloves
1 pair warm gloves (preferably woolen)
1 pair shell gloves
Body
Light thermal tops
Fleece jacket or pullover
Waterproof shell jacket
2 women sports bras (Synthetic)
Legs
2 pairs nylon hiking shorts
4 Underwear
2 pairs lightweight long underwear
1 pair soft shell pants
2 pairs trekking pants
1 pair cotton pants
Feet
4 pairs of liner socks
3 pairs heavy weight socks
1 pair light weight socks
1 pair water proof trekking boots
1 pair light trekking shoes
Medicines and First Aid Kits
Excedrin for headaches
Ibuprofen for general aches and pains
Immodium or Pepto Bismol capsules for diarrhea
Diamox 125 mg for altitude sickness
Miscellaneous
Passport and extra passport photos (4 copies).
Airline ticket
Lip balm
Sunscreen
Pocket knife
Water purification Iodine tablets
Toiletry kit
Toilet paper
Hand wipes
Liquid hand sanitizer
Towel
September to December is the peak season for Everest Base Camp Trekking. You will also find the trekking route crowded with trekkers during October and November. So, you might find it difficult to find lodges for accommodation during these period. March to May is also considered best season for Everest Base Camp Trek. In fact, forest becomes lively with blooming flowers during these months. If you go to Everest Base Camp during months from April to May, you will find tents and climbers at Base Camp. If you prefer less crowded period, you should trek to Base Camp in between June to August (Monsoon Season) and (January to February) Mid- Winter Season. You will have poor visibility during monsoon.
We have limited bookings available for Everest Base Camp Trek 2016 fixed departure trek. We provide full board service for this trek. You will be led by a highly experienced native guide who is familiar with every nooks and cranny of Everest region. The guide is government-registered and fluent English speaking. Your guide will be trained in Emergency Medical Treatment. Usually, there will be 1porter for 2trekkers but we can arrange for other porters if necessary.
If you have any queries then never hesitate to contact.
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