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The 12 Days Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the world's most iconic adventurous journeys. It gives an excellent chance with time management to behold the greatness of the Himalayas and to be soaked in the rich culture of the Sherpa tribes.
This great adventure begins with the scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, a gateway to the Everest region. From Lukla, the trek goes to Phakding, where excitement about the journey ahead will begin to set in. Continuous onward, the trail passes through lush forests and across suspension bridges that bring one to Namche Bazaar, a vibrant market town for its stunning views of Everest and the general bustle of activity.
The day in Namche has been used for acclimatization and to familiarize yourself with the local area, including views. You will then follow on towards Tyangboche, home of the famous Tyangboche Monastery, and then up to Dingboche to take another day at altitude to acclimatize further.
It goes ahead further to Lobuche, and the last stage reaches to the beautiful Everest Base Camp (5,364 m). Being at the foot of the highest mountain in the world is an achievement and a highlight of the trek. The adventure does not get over as the next morning, you will be hiking up to Kala Patthar (5,545 m) for the breathtaking sunrise view of Mt. Everest and peaks around.
The return is in reverse via Pheriche to Namche Bazaar, affording ample opportunity to reflect upon an unforgettable trek. Finally, you descend down to Lukla and then fly back to Kathmandu for the close of your unforgettable adventure.
The 12 Days Everest Base Camp Trek is a proper combination of adventure, cultural awareness, and the beauty of nature. Thus, it makes this the perfect choice for anyone willing to explore the Everest region within a shorter time frame.
Expand Details Collapse DetailsFrom Kathmandu, we take an early flight to Lukla (2886 m.) on the very first of the trek. We'd be refreshed at one of the hotels when we arrived at Lukla and then start our trek to Phakding (2640 m.). After trekking for quite a while, we walk up the mountainside on the Dudh Koshi's left bank. Nupla (5885 m) can be seen on the opposite bank at a stone-throwing distance where the view is pretty fascinating. Later on that day, we arrive at Phakding in the late afternoon and stop the day in a tea house.
We start our trek to Namche Bazar (3440 m) soon after having breakfast at Phakding. The trail runs along Dudh Koshi river's right bank. Similarly, Thamserku stands on the opposite bank, which looks heavenly and swiftly moves towards Bengar. The trail now across a forest to Chumoa from the riverbed on the left bank into the mountain. We proceed with plenty of ups and downs along the trail across stram and move through the tiny Monjo village. We then come to Sagarmatha National Park Service, where you have to pay the entrance fee. We follow a short walk along this V-shaped valley's river. On the same day, we also begin to climb steeply to Namche Bazar. On the way, we will have a great view over Everest (8848 m) and Lhotse (8516 m). Lhotse is a central hub of the region for rice, trekking equipment and other essential items, flanked on the three sides by mountain ranges. Stay the night in one of the tea houses along the way.
Relax at Namche Bazzar for acclimatization before heading to Tyangboche. This place is considered an ideal place to acclimatize to the higher altitude. Khumjung monastery is also an attracting tourist area so you cannot really place, can you? From there you can view beautiful Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Tawache, Lhotse, Kwangda and so on. Likewise, visit the museum just above the city that exhibits Sherpa culture while returning to Namche. Stop the day at a nice tea house lodge.
We'd be heading for Tyangboche (3867 m) after the breakfast at Namche Bazar early in the morning. The trail continues to leave a cliff to the Dudh Koshi. Along the way, we can also have a panoramic view of the Himalayas like Ama Dablam (6812 m), Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse (7855 m) and Tawoche (6501 m) in this section as well. We'd meet and enter Tyangboche via Trashinga, Phunki Tenga. Tyangboche offers a beautiful sunrise and sunset view of Everest and Ama Dablam. Stay the night in one of the tea houses in Tyangbiche.
Early from the morning start to trek from Tyangboche (4260 m.) to Dingboche. Leaving Tyangboche at the background, we walk down a valley of rhododendrons and reach Deboche. Crossing a suspension bridge at Imja Khola, we head to the mighty peaks of Ama Dablam, Nuptse and Lhotse towards Minlinggo and inter Imjatse Valley. We end up at Dingboche and Lodge at tea house overnight.
On the sixth day, we acclimatize to become familiar with the local environment. Having breakfast at the teahouse, we stroll around the village and even hike up to Chhukum in the afternoon. The place also offers a magnificent look over the top of Island, Ama Dablam, Makalu, Tawoche and others. We come back to Dingboche in the late afternoon and take some rest. Lodge at tea house overnight.
Form Dingboche, which is situated at a distance of five and a half hours normal walk, it turns to go towards Lobuche after the morning breakfast. The road is gentle up to the village of Pheriche. Along the trail, we'd be privileged to have panoramic views of Mt. Tawache, Ama Dablam, Pokalde (5741 m), Kongma-Tse (5820 m) and Nuptse's high wall. We'd have lunch at Dugla (4595 m) and trek to Lobuche. Stay the night in one of the tea houses of Lobuche.
We walk to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep (5140 m.), after breakfast at Lobuche. It is the trek's most gratifying section. Our trail goes through rocky trail and glacier Khumbu. At a stone-throwing distance, the view of Nuptse, Lho-La, and Khumbutse emerge. Visit the base camp in Everest and return to Gorakshep. Stay at a lodge tea house overnight.
We start the trek to Kala Patthar (5545 m.) from Gorakshep and trek to Pheriche (4243 m). We get ready to climb Kala Patthar (5545 m) early in the morning and appreciate the magnificent sunrise view. From Kala Patthar, we would see Mt. Everest, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Mt. Khumbetse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku, and many more. Aid Post to the Himalayan Rescue Association is available at Pheriche. For medical treatment, there are foreign volunteer doctors in this region. Stop the trek at one of the tea houses.
On the tenth day of the trek its time to trek from Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar (3440 m). It takes about six hours on the way to Tyangboche, to reach Namche Bazaar. On the way, we'll visit traditional villages such as Khumjung and Khunde as well. We are going to visit a monastery owned by Yeti Scalp. In the late afternoon, we finally arrive at Namche Bazaar and stop the trek at tea house.
Soon after the morning breakfast at Namche Bazaar's teahouse and we begin our journey to Lukla. It is our last day of trekking. Lunch is going to be served along the way. We'd get refreshed upon arrival at Lukla and take some rest. Overnight lodge at the tea house of Lukla.
From Lukla, we board our early flight to Kathmandu. We would be received by our representatives upon arrival at the TIA and transferred to the hotel. We will drive you to the airport in the afternoon on the same day as per your flight.
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Some recommended equipment list for trekking in the Himalayas of Nepal is given below. Our porters will carry around 20 kg to 25 kg of your big bag. And it's better to have your day pack on your own, where you can keep the things you need for the day. Like a camera and clip, tea, napkins, warm pl...
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