Everest Base Camp: Comfort Trek

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Everest Base Camp with our Comfort Trek package. This unique trek combines the thrill of high-altitude adventure with the luxury of comfortable lodges.

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Good To Know

  • Duration 17 days
  • Activity Trekking
  • Difficulty Type Strenuous
  • Best Season Spring and Autumn
  • Max. Altitude 6164 m
  • Accommodation Star Hotel and Tea House
  • Meal Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Trip Starts Kathmandu

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Everest Base Camp with our Comfort Trek package. This trek seamlessly combines high-altitude adventure with the luxury of comfortable lodges. Traverse the stunning Himalayas and revel in breathtaking views of the Everest region, all while enjoying the utmost comfort. Our expert guides will ensure every moment of your Everest Base Camp experience is memorable and enjoyable.

This Trek is ideal for those seeking an all-inclusive, luxury trekking experience. You will stay in cozy, well-appointed lodges, resting and rejuvenating after each hike. As you journey through the Everest region, immerse yourself in Sherpa culture and witness Nepal’s natural beauty up close.

This trek offers moderate difficulty and suits various fitness levels. Experienced professionals will guide you, prioritizing your safety and enjoyment. With our comprehensive packages, you can focus on the adventure while we manage the logistics.

From lush valleys to the majestic Everest panorama, each step of this trek reveals something extraordinary. Whether you’re a seasoned trekker or a first-time adventurer, the Everest Trek promises a perfect mix of nature, culture, and luxury. Join us for an epic journey to the world’s highest mountain and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Ready for an unforgettable journey? Our Comfort Trek package offers a luxurious adventure to Everest Base Camp, combining stunning views with cozy lodges and expert guidance. Book your trek now with https://kalpaholidays.com/and make memories that will last a lifetime!

Everest Base Camp Comfort Trek- 17 days Highlights 

  • Breathtaking views of the Himalayan peaks, including Lhotse and Ama Dablam.
  • Explore local marketplaces, monasteries, and Sherpa villages.
  • Discover the peaceful surroundings and rich wildlife of Sagarmatha National Park.
  • Visit Tengboche Monastery and other cultural landmarks.
  • A challenging trek culminating at the base of Mount Everest.

Best time for Everest Base Camp Comfort Trek

The best time to trek the Everest Base Camp Comfort Trek is during the spring and autumn seasons in Nepal. These periods offer the most favorable weather conditions, clear skies, and optimal temperatures for trekking. For more information please check out 

The best time to trek the Langtang Valley is during the spring and autumn seasons in Nepal. These periods offer the most favorable weather conditions, clear skies, and optimal temperatures for trekking. For more information on trekking in Langtang Valley, check out the EBC Trek Guide.

Spring Season (March to May)

Spring is one of the most popular times to trek in the Everest region, including the Everest Base Camp Comfortable Trek. During this season:

  • Weather Conditions: The weather is generally mild and pleasant, with daytime temperatures ranging from 4°C to 28°C at lower elevations, while higher elevations are cooler.
  • Clear Views: The skies are typically clear, providing stunning views of the surrounding mountains, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Nuptse, and Pumori.
  • Flora: The rhododendron forests are in full bloom, creating a vibrant landscape with colorful flowers and lush greenery.
  • Crowds: This is a popular trekking season, the Everest Base Camp Comfort trekking trail remains more crowded than other treks in the Everest Region.

Autumn Season (September to November)

Autumn is another ideal time to trek the Everest Base Camp Comfort Trek. During this season:

  • Weather Conditions: The weather is stable with clear skies, low humidity, and pleasant temperatures, similar to spring. Daytime temperatures range from 1°C to 27°C at lower elevations, while it is cooler at higher altitudes.
  • Clear Views: Autumn is known for its crisp air, providing excellent visibility of the surrounding peaks and landscapes.
  • Festivals: This season aligns with major Nepali festivals like Dashain and Tihar, offering cultural insights and opportunities to experience local traditions.
  • Crowds: Autumn is the peak trekking season in Nepal, the Everest Base Camp Comfort Trek trail is more crowded compared to other treks.

Off-Season Considerations

While spring and autumn are the best time for the Everest Base Camp Comfort Trek, some trekkers prefer off-season trekking for a unique experience. However, these periods come with challenges:

  • Winter Season (December to February): Trekking in winter offers solitude and stunning snowy landscapes, but temperatures can drop significantly, especially at higher elevations. Trails might be icy, and some teahouses could be closed.
  • Monsoon Season (June to August): The monsoon brings heavy rain, making trails slippery and increasing the risk of landslides and leeches. The clouds and rain can also obstruct mountain views.

Overall, spring and autumn offer the best combination of weather, views, and cultural experiences, making them the ideal times to trek the Everest Base Camp Comfort. If you’re planning a trip during the off-season, be prepared for additional challenges and always check weather forecasts and trail conditions in advance.

Itinerary

  • Accommodation Star Hotel
  • Max Altitude 1400 m
  • Meal
Namaste and welcome to Nepal! Known for its beautiful Himalayan Peaks, landscapes, cultural diversity, and Pleasant Valleys. Upon arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you are greeted by representatives of the Kalpa Holidays, who assist you in getting to your hotel. After you check in, you receive a brief preview of your upcoming trip. If you wish to explore the city on foot, kindly contact your guide, who will do his best to organize an appropriate walking tour upon your arrival time.

  • Accommodation Star Hotel
  • Max Altitude 1400 m
  • Meal Breakfast and Dinner

After breakfast, we will gather and start our sightseeing in Kathmandu. Today we will visit Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and Swambhunath. Here, you can see ancient architecture, Buddhist stupas, and culture.

  • Accommodation Tea House
  • Max Altitude 2610 m
  • Meal Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Today we will drive from Kathmandu to Manthali. After a 4 to 5-hour drive from Kathmandu, we will reach Manthali. From Manthali, we will catch a flight to Lukla, which offers a beautiful view of the Himalayas. As you arrive in Lukla, our experienced local guides will welcome us. From here, our Everest Base Camp trekking begins. We have to trek for 3 to 4 hours to reach Phakding. Overnight, we will stay here at a comfortable tea house.

  • Accommodation Tea House
  • Max Altitude 3440 m
  • Meal Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Today, we’re hiking to Namche Bazaar, which is situated at 3,440 meters above sea level. The trail goes through big mountains, passing through the Dudh Koshi River, and we head towards Namche. At Monjo, we will stop for lunch, the place to wait before Nmache. Before reaching Namche, you might see Lhotse and Everest. We’ll spend the night at a comfortable tea house in Namche.

  • Accommodation Tea House
  • Max Altitude 3440 m
  • Meal Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Today, we acclimate in Namche Bazaar by hiking to nearby destinations. The day will start with a visit to the Sherpa Cultural Museum to learn about the Sherpa community’s history and culture. Afterward, we will trek up to Syangboche Airport, Nepal’s highest airport, and then to Hotel Everest View. From here, we can marvel at breathtaking views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, and other magnificent peaks in the Everest region.

  • Accommodation Tea House
  • Max Altitude 3860 m
  • Meal Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Today we will start our journey toward Tengboche. The trail to Tengboche starts with a rocky path with some ascends and descends. Our journey begins by walking beside the Dudh Koshi River, enjoying mountain views throughout. After some time, we will reach Tengboche, where we will see amazing views of Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Nuptse. When we arrive in Tneboche, we can visit the Tengboche Monastery.

  • Accommodation Tea House
  • Max Altitude 4410 m
  • Meal Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After spending a night in Tenboche, today we will head towards Dingboche, the trail ascends and continues along the side of the Imja Khola Valley, offering breathtaking views of Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and Mount Everest. We will spend a night at a comfortable tea house.

  • Accommodation Tea House
  • Max Altitude 4940 m
  • Meal Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Today we start our trek to Dughla and then to Lobuche Peaks. Along the way, we pass a large river as well as many high peaks such as Mount Thamserku, Mount Nuptse, Mount Cholatse, and Mount Pumori. After crossing the Khumbu Valley, we will be able to see high peaks such as Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori, and Mahalangur. After 5 to 6 hours of hike, we will reach Lobuche where we will spend our night at tea house.

  • Accommodation Tea House
  • Max Altitude 4930 m
  • Meal Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Today, we acclimate in Lobuche, at a high altitude like Lobuche, acclimatization helps prevent us from altitude sickness by allowing the body to adjust to reduced oxygen levels. In Lobuche, trekkers can engage in various activities such as hiking and playing football.

  • Accommodation Tea House
  • Max Altitude 5164 m
  • Meal Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Today’s journey takes us toward Gorakshep. The trail follows the path along the Khumbu Glacier. The trekking trail is rocky and crosses small streams, which makes it a bit challenging. The trek offers us a beautiful view of surrounding peaks, including Nuptse and Pumori. After 3 to 4 hours of hiking, we will reach Ghorakshep. Overnight,  we will stay at a cozy tea house.

  • Accommodation Tea House
  • Max Altitude 5364 m
  • Meal Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, we will start our journey toward Everest Base Camp. The trekking trail to Everest is a bit challenging because of the rough and rocky terrain, which offers us a Khumbu Icefall and the Khumbu Glacier along the way. After a 2- to 3-hour hike, we will finally reach Everest Base Camp. From here, we can see the beautiful view of Mount Everest after spending some time there and return to Ghorakshep. Overnight, we will stay at Ghorakshep.

  • Accommodation Tea House
  • Max Altitude 4371 m
  • Meal Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Get ready for the 6- to 7-hour hike to Pheriche. The trekking trail starts from Ghorakshep. From here, we will embark on a challenging journey to Kala Patthar, a famous viewpoint that offers a stunning view of Mount Everest and surrounding peaks. After witnessing a beautiful view of Mount Everest, we will descend to Pheriche. Overnight, we will stay at a comfortable tea house.

  • Accommodation Tea House
  • Max Altitude 4410 m
  • Meal Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

The trek from Pheriche to Tenboche takes 4 to 5 hours to complete. From here, we will descend to Orsho, crossing Sherpa villages. After a few hours of the hike, we will reach Panboche, from where we can see a breathtaking view of Ama Dablam. The trek passes through lush rhododendrons and pine forests, along with the cultural richness of the Sherpa community. After some time, we will reach Tenboche, where we will spend a the night.

  • Accommodation Tea House
  • Max Altitude 3440 m
  • Meal Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, we will trek towards Namche Bazaar, hiking along the trail we had taken earlier. As the trek progresses, we will descend until we reach the Dudh Koshi River. After a few hours, we will reach Namche, where today’s trek concludes. Overnight, we will stay at Namche Bazaar.

  • Accommodation Tea House
  • Max Altitude 2860 m
  • Meal Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Today we will leave Namche early in the morning, for Lukla. When we arrive in Lukla, we will stay at the tea house, and the next morning, we’ll get up early to catch our flight back to Manthali.

  • Accommodation Star Hotel
  • Max Altitude 2860 m
  • Meal Breakfast and Dinner

Today, early in the morning, we will fly from Lukla to Manthali, which will take approximately 35 minutes as you fly back to Manthali. Then we’ll drive 4 to 5 hours to Kathmandu. Once we arrive, we will be transferred to our hotel, and you are free to explore the city.

  • Accommodation Star Hotel
  • Max Altitude 1400 m
  • Meal Breakfast

As our wonderful Everest Base Camp Comfort Trek concludes, we’ll arrange for your transfer to the airport, ensuring you arrive approximately 3 hours before your flight. It has been our privilege to be a part of your trekking journey, and we look forward to the opportunity to serve you again in the future

Inclusions

What’s Included

  • Airport Transfers: Arrival and departure transfers to and from Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport.
  • Accommodation: Accommodation in standard hotels in Kathmandu with breakfast included. Lodging in teahouses or trekking lodges during the trek.
  • Transportation: All necessary transportation during the trek.
  • Domestic Flights (optional): If you choose to fly from Kathmandu to Lukla, the cost of the flight is included in the package.
  • Meals: All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek. Meals are typically from a set menu at the teahouses.
  • Experienced Guide: An experienced trekking guide with a good knowledge of the local culture, history, and trekking routes.
  • Porters: Porters to carry your main luggage (up to 10-15 kg per person) during the trek, allowing you to hike with a lighter daypack.
  • Trekking Permits: All necessary trekking permits, including the Khumbu Rural Municipality Permit, Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit, and  Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) card.
  • First Aid: Basic first aid kit and emergency oxygen supply.

What’s Excluded

  • International Flights: The cost of international flights to and from Nepal is not included in the package.
  • Nepal Visa: The cost of obtaining a tourist visa for Nepal upon arrival at the airport is not included.
  • Travel Insurance: It is highly recommended to have travel insurance that covers trekking activities, medical emergencies, and evacuation.
  • Meals in Kathmandu: Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu are not included in the package.
  • Personal Expenses: Expenses such as additional snacks, beverages, souvenirs, and tips for guides and porters are not included.
  • Additional Activities: Any optional activities, such as paragliding or extra sightseeing in Kathmandu, are not included.
  • Sleeping Bag and Trekking Gear: You may need to rent or purchase trekking gear and a sleeping bag if you do not have your own.
  • Extra Nights: Any additional nights of accommodation in Kathmandu outside the trek itinerary are not included.
  • Extra Costs Due to Delays: Costs incurred due to flight delays, road closures, or other unforeseen circumstances are not covered.
  • Personal Medications: Any personal medications or medical expenses are not included.

FAQs

Trekking in Nepal is an option throughout the year, but the optimal times for the Everest Base Camp (EBC) Trek are spring and fall. These seasons, encompassing March to May and September to November respectively, offer the most enjoyable trekking experiences due to the consistent and moderate weather. While winter trekking is feasible, the intense cold can pose challenges for most hikers. For the best combination of ideal weather, breathtaking Himalayan views, and exciting events, October stands out as the prime month. It is advisable to steer clear of the monsoon season for trekking endeavors.

Due to inadequate oxygen levels, the human body is not adapted for survival at elevations exceeding 3000 meters. As you ascend, closely monitor how your body reacts to the high altitude. Symptoms of altitude sickness encompass headaches, reduced appetite, difficulty sleeping, blurred vision, nausea, breathing challenges, a fast heartbeat, and fatigue. If these symptoms persist, it is advisable to pause your trek. In more severe cases, descending to a lower altitude is recommended. Prioritizing acclimatization, maintaining proper nutrition, and ensuring adequate hydration are crucial measures to prevent Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS).

Reaching Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar involves a lengthy trek. While individuals in good health can undertake the journey, it becomes more enjoyable with better fitness levels. We recommend engaging in cardio exercises that enhance stamina several months before embarking on the trip, such as jogging, cycling, and swimming. It's also wise to go on brief hikes in your local area. Due to the high altitude of EBC, ensure you pack suitable clothing, footwear, and necessary equipment. Don't overlook bringing a quality camera to capture the breathtaking scenery of the high-altitude terrain.

While tipping may not be a common practice in various hospitality sectors in Nepal, it is expected in the travel and tourism industry. Expressing gratitude through tipping is an appreciated way to acknowledge someone's assistance. Typically, many of our trekkers choose to tip their guide and porters on the concluding day of the trek. The tipping amount is at your discretion, and it can be influenced by factors such as your satisfaction with the service, the duration of the journey, your financial circumstances, and your acknowledgment of their efforts. However, it is recommended to consider tipping at least 10% of the total cost of your excursion.

The weight limit for both checked baggage and carry-on items on Lukla flights is 15 kilograms. Make sure that your main luggage does not exceed 10 kilograms. Additionally, porters are authorized to carry 12 kilograms per person. Therefore, we recommend placing 10 kilograms in your backpack and a maximum of 5 kilograms in your day pack.

The trek to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar may not be as risky or intimidating as it seems at first. However, it's crucial to be cautious on the trail, considering the challenging Himalayan landscape. Adhering to your guide's advice, moving at a measured pace, and staying well-hydrated are essential precautions for a safe journey.

Certainly! Yes, you can find hot showers in many lodges along the Everest Base Camp trails, but there is usually a fee. Due to the chilly weather, it is not advisable to take daily showers during the Everest journey. We suggest opting for hot showers on a few occasions, like in Namche, Dingboche, and Lukla, where the cost ranges from Rs. 300 ($3) to Rs. 600 ($6).

Embarking on the EBC Kala Patthar trek entails an adventurous expedition through the towering Himalayas, accompanied by inherent risks. Given the potential for accidents or illnesses like acute mountain sickness, it is crucial to have travel insurance. In the unfortunate event of an emergency, such as the need for evacuation, particularly by helicopter, having this coverage in your travel insurance is a prudent decision to ensure a swift return to Kathmandu or the nearest cities.

The decision of reserving a trek in Nepal can be made at your discretion, whether it's done in advance or upon your arrival. Opting for advance booking offers the assurance you require, allowing you to travel without concerns. Making reservations ahead of time simplifies the process of trekking in Nepal, as the company takes care of arrangements such as airport transfers, accommodations in Kathmandu, flights to Lukla, trekking permits, lodging during the trek, meals, as well as securing guides and porters.

The sole ATM available throughout the journey is located in Namche Bazaar. Nevertheless, the ATMs in Namche are not dependable, often experiencing disruptions caused by power outages or depletion of funds. Additionally, these ATMs impose a withdrawal fee of 500 rupees ($5) and have a maximum withdrawal limit of 10,000 rupees ($100). In summary, it is advisable to withdraw and carry sufficient cash from Kathmandu.