Everest Base Camp Trek
ID: GYG114766-177957
Category:
Country: Nepal
Duration:
12 days
Description
Walking through the diverse landscape of the Khumbu region, pass Sherpa villages as you trek to the base of the world's tallest peak, Mt. Everest.
This trek follows in the footsteps of Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Edmund Hillary, pass numerous Sherpa valleys before you reach the Everest Base Camp. The trail is bound up by the Sagarmatha National Park, which is a home of 8000 meter peaks.
The tiny airstrip of Lukla is a gateway of the trek to Everest base camp. Pass the outstanding Sherpa valleys and the bustling town of Sherpa people, Namche Bazaar and Khumjung. The trail is dominated by the rhododendron forest and some of the Himalayan fauna can be seen. The Monasteries, Chhortens and Mani walls are common scenery along the trail of Everest base camp. The glacial moraine trail at the upper part makes the journey an adventurous one. Enjoy the views of the magnificent Himalayas.
Trekking enthusiasts find the alpine setting blissful and spiritually solacing. Acclimatization comes as a part of the Everest base camp trek to avoid altitude sickness.
The best seasons for the Everest base camp trek are March to May and September to November.
Highlights
- Follow the epic trail through the alpine region
- Pass the Sherpa valleys and learn about the Tibetan Buddhist culture
- See the alpine flora and fauna
- Pass ancient monasteries, including Pangboche and Tengboche monastery
- Enjoy the magnificent views of the Himalayas
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
A porter is not included in the price
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.