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Everest Base Camp Trek

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Country: Nepal
Area: Khumbu Region
Activities: Trekking
Total Duration: 16 days

Grade: Strenuous
Max Grp Size: 8
Min Grp Size: 1
Season: March-May, Sept-Dec

Getting to know the topography and collecting the most valuable experiences simultaneously is everybody’s dream. But how many of us really get to do what we want? Although it’s not possible to live every dream but to set our foot in world’s most beautiful landscape is not all that difficult anymore. All we need to do is take a first flight to Nepal and book our Everest Base Camp trek, the base camp and the trek route to the roof of the world, Mount Everest. Mosaic Adventure offers the widest and most exciting range of treks in and around the world’s largest mountains and mountain bases. It gives you the opportunity to behold the never-seen-before locations ranging from mountains, glacier, backpacking and treks on the world famous mountain trail. You can make the most of Himalayan wilderness with native Nepalese cultures.

For all the thrill-seekers, Everest Base camp trek is the best trekking route ever. For almost half a century, Everest Base Camp trek has been drawing in thousands of trekkers to one of a kind experience in the region. From Dudhkoshi Valley to Namche and from Thyanboche monastery to Khumbu Glacier, every trekker will be going back home with the memories to cherish and enjoy for the rest of the life. The hospitable Sherpas and their traditions, exquisite food and culture, you cannot help getting captivated and can enjoy every bit of it. The amazingly breath-taking views of Ama Dablam, Taweche are the sceneries second to none. Going up the trails all the way to Kala Patter is one of the most enjoyed moments by the travelers. Not only does the Everest Base Camp trek provide us with a nice and sound time-out from the hustle and bustle of our lives but it also gives us the unprecedented sense of calm and peace on our way back to normal life. In addition, Everest Base Camp trek offers us the insight of extra-ordinary flora and fauna which we have never heard of or seen before. The experience of getting into the forests of rhododendron and fir trees and running into some endangered species of birds and animals during your Everest Base Camp trek is simply inexplicable.

Your stay in Nepal with Mosaic Adventure will ensure you nothing short of unforgettable moments and everlasting impressions that will keep you all coming back for more. Rugged mountains of the north, long and treacherous walk up and down the hill is going to meet the pleasant end with warm welcome and homely environment that will have you forget all the struggles you had on your way to the destinations.

Now is the time to brace yourself for the break –away for a couple of weeks and put on trekking shoes and book your Everest base camp trek to Nepal with Mosaic Adventure.

Mosaic Adventure's featured trip from this region:

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Cho La Pass Trekking - 18 Days	Everest Trek via Jiri - 26 Days

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1345m/4412ft)
Arriving Kathmandu from your homeport, where Mosaic Adventure representative meets you at the airport, transfer you to the hotel nearby Thamel as per your requirement. Great food from all over the world, fabulous shopping and Durbar square with its several temples and markets are nearby Thamel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Trip arrangements, meeting with staff and sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley
You will meet your trekking guide, discuss the trekking program and coordinate any last-minute arrangements. After/before staff meeting, with Mosaic Adventure's professional tour guide we visit Pashupatinath, Boudhanath Stupa, Swaymbhunath and Patan Durbar Square. Rest of the time you can use for travelling around Thamel and shopping of needed equipment and other necessaries. Overnight at hotel.

Day 3: Short flight to Lukla (2840m/9320ft)–Trek to Phakding (2610m/8560ft)–approximately three hours
We take a breathtaking fly from Tribhuan International Airport (TIA) on a twin-engine Otter to the Tenzing-Hillary Airport, targeting the Sherpa village of Lukla (2840 meters), where we begin our trek into the Khumbu region. During this perched fly in between the mountain, you can see the amazing view, which include dramatic view of terraced hills and the distant Himalayan massives. After lunch we will hike for around three hours to reach Phakding (2610 meters). During three our hike to Phakding are Mani stone walls, sacred for Buddhist, made from hundreds of stone tablets and giant carved boulders, brilliantly decorated with brightly colored paints. Overnight at teahouse. First day of Everest Base Camp Trek.

Day 4 -5: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11290ft) - Approximately 6 hrs -Acclimatization
From Phakding we continue hiking for around five hours along the banks of the Dudh Kosi, through stands of pine and oak trees, crossing this majestic river many times on exciting suspension bridges loaded with prayer flags. Trail starts to rise and rhododendron, magnolia and giant fir trees prevail, with breathtaking view of Namche Bazar (3440 mtrs) – the gateway to the Everest region or the Sherpa Capital. Namche Bazar is a colorful village with many wonderful and interesting shops and vendors, fabulous food, and stunning views of the surrounding mountains. We will take extra day for rest and acclimatization. During this day, an early hike above town, before the clouds move in, reward climbers with a spectacular Himalayan sunrise and views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse (the 4th highest peak in the world), and the beautiful Ama Dablam. On the way down, we can visit the Sherpa Museum that houses an exhibit on traditional Sherpa lifestyle and a fabulous photography display by a local Nepalese naturalist. One room highlights the Sherpa traditions and in another presents Sherpa high altitude climbers’. Overnight at teahouse. Second/Third day of Everest Base Camp Trek.

Day 6: Trek to Tengboche (3860m/12660ft) – Approximately five hours
After leaving Namceh Bazar the trek for around five to six hours continues along the rushing glacial waters of the Dudh Kosi with magnificent views of the mountains that becomes more dramatic as you approach the holy place of Tengboche (3860 meters). A traditional site with its wonderful gompa (monastery) is spiritual center of the Khumbu region where the rimpoche (Lama Re-incarnate) exists. Monastery is made of incredible ornate wall hangings, twenty feet sculpture of Buddha and the musical instruments of robes of the Lamas; if you are lucky enough you will see the Lama Performing their rituals and hear the divine chanting and music. Thyangboche known as the best place where panoramic view of Kwangde, Nuptse, Lhotse, Kangtega, Ama Dablam and Everest emerge. Overnight at teahouse. Fourth day of Everest Base Camp Trek.

Day 7: Trek to Dingboche (4360m/14300ft) – Approx. 5 hrs
Hiking from Thyangboche, the trail drops to Debuche, crosses another exciting suspension bridge on the Imja Khola, and climbs to Pangboche among thousands of Mani stones holding ‘Yeti Scalp’ in its Gompa. Our uphill trek continues, taking us to the picturesque traditional Sherpa village of Dingboche just under Ama Dablam with its lovely views of Lhotse, Island Peak, and Ama Dablam. Agriculture is only barely possible in such high altitude place and the lives of the local Sherpa’s are Spartan by any standards. Much of the walking during this five to six hours trip to reach the altitude of 4100 meters is over comparatively gentle gradients, although you proceed at a leisurely pace because of the elevation. Overnight at teahouse. Fifth day of Everest Base Camp Trek.

Day 8: Lobuche (4940m/16207ft) – Approx. 5 hrs.
Lobuche reached by continues hiking past frozen rivers where stone houses sit in an icy wilderness of stunning beauty. We can view the Khumbu Icefall, Pumori and many smaller peaks from ridge tops on the track. Overnight at teahouse. Sixth day of Everest Base Camp Trek.

Day 9: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5300m/17400ft) - back to Gorak Shep (5170m/16961ft).
A reasonably difficult day walking along the Khumbu glacier and upto Everest Base Camp at an elevation of 5365 meters. Everest Base camp it the closest place to reach Mount Everest without mountaineering equipment. You might see group of people attempting to climb massive Mount Everest. Then we hike back to Gorak Shep. Approximate 8 hours hike. Overnight at Teahouse. Seventh day of Everest Base Camp Trek.

Day 10: Hike up to Kalapattar (5545m/18192ft) then trek to Periche (4270m/14070ft) - Approx. 7 hours.
Another difficult but rewarding day of our Everest Base Camp Trek. We wake up early in the morning and start our hike to Kala Pattar at the elevation of 5555 meters. The climb is challenging but the climber gets the most superb mountain scenery: Everest, the highest point on the planet at 8848meters (29028 feet), towers directly ahead and on all sides emerge the other giants, Nuptse, Pumori, Cholatse, Lhotse and countless others. Then we make a quick plunge to Gorak Shep, a tiny village at 5180 meters and then trek down to Periche. Overnight at Teahouse. Eighth day of Everest Base Camp Trek.

Day 11: Trek from Pheriche To Tenggboche (3860m/12660ft)

We hike all the way down through rhododendron forest from Pheriche to Tyangboche. Beside superb view of green hills, river and great Ama Dhablam we can visit beautiful Tyangboche monastery, an old and famous monastery of Khumbu region. Ninth day of Everest Base Camp Trek.

Day 12: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11290ft) - 6 hours approximate
After breakfast, we descend steeply to Namche Bazaar (3441 mtrs). Overnight at Teahouse. Tenth day of Everest Base Camp Trek.

Day 13: Namche to Lukla (2840m/9320ft) – Approx. 6 hrs.
We pick up our obvious trail again towards Lukla (3404 meters). Overnight at Teahouse. Eleventh/Last day of Everest Base Camp Trek.

Day 14: Fly back to Kathmandu
Scenic flight of approximately 30 minutes from Lukla to Kathmandu in the morning. Free day for shopping and other individual sightseeing in Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.

Day 15: Rest day Shopping/ Leisure
A free day to enjoy, explore around alleys of Thamel, shopping etc. It is spare day in case of any delay due to bad weather or any other reason. If you are interested you can book Everest scenic flight or rafting day trip or bungee jumping day trip.

Day 16: Departure to Destination Country
Farewell and transfer to airport for flight back to destination country.

Although we do our best to follow the schedule above; on such adventurous trip like Everest Base Camp, itinerary is subject to change due to weather, route conditions, local politics, transport or and other factors beyond our control. Mosaic Adventure guide/leader would decide the best alternatives considering the best concern of the whole group.

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Trip Starts	Trip Ends	Price USD
February 5, 2012	February 20, 2012	US$ 1295
February 12, 2012	February 27, 2012	US$ 1295
February 19, 2012	March 5, 2012	US$ 1295
February 26, 2012	March 12, 2012	US$ 1295
March 3, 2012	March 18, 2012	US$ 1295
March 5, 2012	March 20, 2012	US$ 1295
March 7, 2012	March 22, 2012	US$ 1295
March 9, 2012	March 24, 2012	US$ 1295
March 11, 2012	March 26, 2012	US$ 1295
March 13, 2012	March 28, 2012	US$ 1295
March 15, 2012	March 30, 2012	US$ 1295
March 18, 2012	April 2, 2012	US$ 1295
March 20, 2012	April 4, 2012	US$ 1295
March 23, 2012	April 7, 2012	US$ 1295
March 25, 2012	April 9, 2012	US$ 1295
March 27, 2012	April 11, 2012	US$ 1295
March 29, 2012	April 13, 2012	US$ 1295
April 1, 2012	April 16, 2012	US$ 1295
April 3, 2012	April 18, 2012	US$ 1295
April 5, 2012	April 20, 2012	US$ 1295
April 8, 2012	April 23, 2012	US$ 1295
April 10, 2012	April 25, 2012	US$ 1295
April 12, 2012	April 27, 2012	US$ 1295
April 15, 2012	April 30, 2012	US$ 1295
April 17, 2012	May 2, 2012	US$ 1295
April 20, 2012	May 5, 2012	US$ 1295
April 22, 2012	May 7, 2012	US$ 1295
April 24, 2012	May 9, 2012	US$ 1295
April 27, 2012	May 12, 2012	US$ 1295
April 29, 2012	May 14, 2012	US$ 1295
May 1, 2012	May 16, 2012	US$ 1295
May 3, 2012	May 18, 2012	US$ 1295
May 6, 2012	May 21, 2012	US$ 1295
May 8, 2012	May 23, 2012	US$ 1295
May 10, 2012	May 25, 2012	US$ 1295
May 13, 2012	May 28, 2012	US$ 1295
May 20, 2012	June 4, 2012	US$ 1295
May 27, 2012	June 11, 2012	US$ 1295
June 3, 2012	June 18, 2012	US$ 1295
June 10, 2012	June 25, 2012	US$ 1295
June 17, 2012	July 2, 2012	US$ 1295
June 24, 2012	July 9, 2012	US$ 1295
July 1, 2012	July 16, 2012	US$ 1295
July 8, 2012	July 23, 2012	US$ 1295
July 15, 2012	July 30, 2012	US$ 1295
July 22, 2012	August 6, 2012	US$ 1295
July 29, 2012	August 13, 2012	US$ 1295
August 5, 2012	August 20, 2012	US$ 1295
August 12, 2012	August 27, 2012	US$ 1295
August 19, 2012	September 3, 2012	US$ 1295
August 26, 2012	September 10, 2012	US$ 1295
September 3, 2012	September 18, 2012	US$ 1295
September 6, 2012	September 21, 2012	US$ 1295
September 9, 2012	September 24, 2012	US$ 1295
September 12, 2012	September 27, 2012	US$ 1295
September 14, 2012	September 29, 2012	US$ 1295
September 17, 2012	October 2, 2012	US$ 1295
September 19, 2012	October 4, 2012	US$ 1295
September 21, 2012	October 6, 2012	US$ 1295
September 24, 2012	October 9, 2012	US$ 1295
September 26, 2012	October 11, 2012	US$ 1295
September 28, 2012	October 13, 2012	US$ 1295
October 1, 2012	October 16, 2012	US$ 1295
October 3, 2012	October 18, 2012	US$ 1295
October 5, 2012	October 20, 2012	US$ 1295
October 8, 2012	October 23, 2012	US$ 1295
October 11, 2012	October 26, 2012	US$ 1295
October 13, 2012	October 28, 2012	US$ 1295
October 15, 2012	October 30, 2012	US$ 1295
October 17, 2012	November 1, 2012	US$ 1295
October 20, 2012	November 4, 2012	US$ 1295
October 22, 2012	November 6, 2012	US$ 1295
October 26, 2012	November 9, 2011	US$ 1295
October 28, 2012	November 12, 2012	US$ 1295
October 30, 2012	November 14, 2012	US$ 1295
November 2, 2012	November 17, 2012	US$ 1295
November 4, 2012	November 19, 2012	US$ 1295
November 6, 2012	November 21, 2012	US$ 1295
November 9, 2012	November 24, 2012	US$ 1295
November 11, 2012	November 26, 2012	US$ 1295
November 14, 2012	November 29, 2012	US$ 1295
November 16, 2012	December 1, 2012	US$ 1295
November 18, 2012	December 3, 2012	US$ 1295
November 20, 2012	December 5, 2012	US$ 1295
November 22, 2012	December 7, 2012	US$ 1295
November 24, 2012	December 9, 2012	US$ 1295
November 26, 2012	December 11, 2012	US$ 1295
November 28, 2012	December 13, 2012	US$ 1295
December 5, 2012	December 20, 2012	US$ 1295
December 12, 2012	December 27, 2012	US$ 1295
December 17, 2012	January 1, 2013	US$ 1295
December 24, 2012	January 8, 2013	US$ 1295

Note:

**Departure dates and itinerary arrangements can be custom-tailored to your needs, so please contact us by feeling this form or by sending mail to info@trekntour.com with your inquiries regarding your Everest Base Camp Trek departure date.

Guaranteed: Trip is Guaranteed to run.

Limited: Trip is Guaranteed to run, but only with limited spaces. Please contact us.

Booked: Trip full or unavailable, but we can open new departure so please contact us.

Cost Include(s)

01. Domestic Airport picks up & drops by private vehicle.

02. Three nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.

03. City sightseeing tour in Kathmandu and local English-speaking guide throughout the tour as described in the program by private vehicle.

04. All your standard Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.

05. Teahouse accommodation during the trek.

06. A highly experienced, helpful and friendly government license holder English speaking Guide and Porters to carry your luggage during the trek (1 porter Between 2 Person basis), their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipments, medicine.

07. Round Trip flight fare KTM –Lukla-- KTM & domestic airport taxes in Kathmandu and Lukla for you and guide.

08. Sagarmatha National Park fees.

09. Trekker’s information management system(TIMS) card fee.

10. Entrance & monument fees at various sightseeing places.

11. Mosaic adventure duffel bag, down jacket and sleeping bag to use during the trek; and T-shirt (yours to keep).

12. Travel & Rescue arrangements.
13. Farewell dinner in Kathmandu

14. All our government taxes and official expenses.

Cost Exclude(s)

01. Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.

02. Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, sweets, snacks, tips, etc.,

03. Beverages like mineral water, juice, Coke, Fanta, Sprite as well as alcoholic drinks.

04. Travel Insurance (Essential).

05. Personal trekking equipment except stated above.

06. Tips for field staff and driver.

07.Any loss arising due to unforeseen circumstances that is beyond Mosaic Adventure control.

Frequently Asked Question(s)

How fit do I have to be?

Everest Base Camp trek considered as a strenuous trekking route in Nepal, but that does not mean that you require any previous trekking or mountaineering experience. As you are heading for a Everest Base Camp trek not climbing Mount Everest; it is not required that you have any technical experience, only that you be in good physical conditioning and are able to walk for four to six hours over hilly terrain with a light bag pack and some healthy lungs. It’s advised to stop every so often for rest and to take in the scenery around you.

What is the level of accommodation like?

In Kathmandu you'll stay in a twin room with private facilities like attach bathroom, air conditioner etc (not applicable if you have booked for only one person).

Tea house accommodation will be available during trekking period. According to the availability we will sleep in dormitories, twin and triple rooms. The bed are available with mattress of various thickness therefore you will be provided a sleeping bag to use throughout the trek.

Is enough drinking water available? How many liters of water shall we carry in our day pack?

You will have enough water available throughout the trip. But, we recommend you to buy mineral water available in plastic bottles that can be bought at all teahouses.

You can carry 3-4 liters of water; you can get your bottle refilled at teahouses available throughout the trip.

Where can I keep my luggage?

You can keep the unnecessary items in the hotel in Kathmandu for free of charge.

Do I need to take walking poles?

Walking poles are not essential but would be useful especially on the way down. Poles help you balance on the way down and take the strain off of your legs (quad muscles) on some of the steep climbs.You can buy or hire those in Kathmandu.

Can I buy any equipment in Kathmandu before the start of the trip?

There are plenty of trekking shops in Kathmandu selling equipments for cheaper price comparing to the price in developed countries. You can get it for cheaper but cannot guarantee the quality.

Can I recharge my iPod, batteries while on the mountain?

Yes, you can recharge your iPod, batteries etc with solar system. But, please remember that plugs might be different so don’t forget to buy adaptors in Kathmandu before the trip. Those are sold in the many stores and stalls on the street in Kathmandu. Recharge service is paid service, you can expect around 2-3$ per hour.

Is it recommended to get Nepalese visa in advance or at the airport?

Obtaining Nepalese visa at arrival is easier expecting some time queuing. If you get your visa in advance, you can avoid the queue.

Don’t forget to bring cash as ATM is not available at the site.

Note: If you are staying for more than 15 days, don’t forget to ask visa for 30 day.

Can we take showers during the trek?

You can get hot shower service throughout the trip. However, more you climb higher less you will find it pleasing.

How much money per day do you think I will need? What currency should I take?

Local currency in Nepal is rupees. Dollar is recommended as you can get it exchange easily. Though you get less rate on travellers cheque we suggest you to carry mixture of both depending on your need. Depending on your drinking habit around $10 per day for your extra drink and bar bill during the trek and around $20 for lunch/dinner in Kathmandu.

What do I have to carry with me on trek?

You will only have to carry a daypack, which should be a reasonable size to carry a water bottle, sunscreen, camera, etc. Your other packs are carried by porters.

What if I get sick while on trek?

It depends on nature of sickness. Normally if you get sick you will descend to lower altitude with help of support staff. But if the case is critical we will arrange emergency helicopter evacuation service. Our guide will take immediate action according to the situation.

*Altitude sickness can affect everyone while trekking including young and healthy people and is a genuine concern in Khumbu. If you feel dizzy, suffer palpitations or severe headaches, return immediately to a lower altitude. Do not take altitude sickness lightly. It can be fatal!

These are the questions we are often asked and we hope that you will find the answers useful. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any further queries.

Everest Base Camp Trek

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