Fly from Kathmandu(1310m) to Lukla (2860m) via small plane (17-19 people occupy), takes about 30 minutes; and start trekking further to the south face of Mount Everest Base Camp (EBC) at an altitude of 5380m or 17600ft above sea level.
The total Everest Base Camp Trek Distance is 62 Kilometers or 38.58 miles. It will take 7 to 8 days to reach Everest Base Camp (EBC) and 3-4 days to return to Lukla. Each day you will be walking less than 8-10 Kilometers, the high your trek, your speed of walking will get slower. Normally, the trek to EBC is slower because of the high altitude and possibility of AMS; so, you will need to adjust to the new altitudes. It is suggested to have some spare days in Kathmandu and start the trek right after a day of your arrival because of flight cancellations due to unfavorable weather conditions.
It is wise to follow a Everest base Camp 12-Day standard Trekking itinerary (To and From Lukla) to avoid AMS and have a smooth trekking experience.
Everest Base Camp trek is a kind of moderate level of trekking. The trek has rolling flats and steep ascends but it is generally manageable for the trekker of any age with little trekking experience. The trekker has to be physically fit, though. However, it is advised to have some training before planning this EBC Trek in order to adjust to high altitude sickness. There is no exact age limit for this trekking as seniors and minimum age people can still do it but it is suggested to be aware of the route map, itinerary, difficulty, altitude, action challenges, fitness, medications, requirements, and any other advice from the blogs or news.
As there is limited numbers of medical facilites in EBC rotute, our guides have proper first aid traning. In case of serious medical emergency, you will be evacuated by the helicopter.
The best time to visit Everest Base Camp trek is mid-September to May. October is the most preferable one as the temperature will be moderate and the skies will be more allowing the unobstructed view of Everest Region.
No, you will be staging overnight at Everest Base Camp. You will return back to Gorak Shep from EBC and stay overnight over there and hike to kalapatthar early in the morning to see upclose view of Everest and surrounding himalayas.
Yes, Lukla Airport is considered to be one of the most vicious airports in the world. The Lukla airport is located between the narrow space of two big hills and the lap of the Himalayas range, where the lane of the airport is small and short. But very expert and experienced pilots make the flight safe.
Either take a flight or drive from Kathmandu to Lukla airport, where the flight will take about 45 minutes. The alternate way from Kathmandu to Lukla is driving. For the drive, firstly we have to drive to Ramechap (Manthali) and stay overnight, and the next day we will take a flight from Ramechap.
To prevent oneself from altitude sickness while trekking in the Everest Base Camp, acclimatization is mandatory along with proper hydration. Likewise, trekkers need to trek at a steady pace. Drinking at least 05 liters of water will help to avoid altitude sickness.
No, you cannot see Mt. Everest from Lukla. But if you trek to Namchebazar, you can see Mt. Everest and surrounding Himalayas. Likewise, if the sky is clear, you can see your flight from Lukla.
Yes, you need three permits for Everest base Camp Trek, 1. Pasang Lamu Village Municipality entry permit, 2. Sagarmatha National Park entry permit, and 3. TIMS Card.
The total Everest Base Camp trek permit cost in $70.
Yes, there is wifi available for Namche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorak Shep and Lukla. You may have to pay small charges in some places too.
Most of the of tea houses and lodges over there in EBC trek route have charging station for phones, cameras and battery packs. However, you need to pay little bit of charge for it.
Most of the of tea houses and lodges over there in EBC trek route have charging station for phones, cameras and battery packs. However, you need to pay little bit of charge for it.