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Everest base camp trek

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Activity type: Hiking
Activity level: Moderate
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23 Aug 2018 - 30 Jun 2019

Duration: 15 Day(s) / Tour with flexible start dates
Price: from $1199 / Negotiable

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Everest is not a name only to be associated with world’s tallest mountain Mt. Everest (8848 m) rather it’s fairyland up in the Himalayas. Everest Base Camp Trek is more than an ordinary trek. Throughout a trail better described as iconic steps towards paradise offers blend of Sherpa culture, alpine forests and more than 20 mountain vistas. Glacial Moraines and glacial lakes along with high altitude passes make every step into this magnificent land of Khumbu challenging. Trekking in Nepal is considered as the prime outdoor walking holiday activity and Everest region trekking is its deity.

Everest base camp trek detail

Trekking crew members of Nepal Trekking Routes Treks & Expedition ensures closer examination of host culture before opening a casement towards the summit of the world. Experience the thrilling feeling of flying to world’s most extreme airport in Lukla and camp at the tranquil hamlet of Phakding on the bank of Dudhkoshi River. As you trek upwards green lush forests below Namche Bazaar presents the first view of much coveted Mt. Everest. On course of acclimatization act the hiking of Everest View Hotel.Endows plethora of mountains in front of you. Amadablam, Thamserku, Kang Tega, Lhotse, Tabuche, Nuptse, Everest and others are mountains seen magnificently during rest day hiking. Everest Base Camp Trekking follows the yak caravan route towards spiritual Tengboche Monastery. This is the most sacred place of Sherpa and also hosts Mani Rimdu Festival every year. Get blessings for further treks in Everest before heading to Dingboche. Our crews members will keep you check with the altitude by resting another day in Dingboche. The most enthralling day of trekking starts here after. Memorial of Everest summiteers in Thukla and pristine Lobuche paves way of trekkers for Gorakshep. This is the last camping place residing below Kalapathar (5545 m). The time finally arrives as you will be stepping your step on the iconic base camp of Everest (5365 m). Leave your footprints and take as many pictures as possible. Cherish the moment to the fullest. Early morning sunrise view from Kalapathar will add more gloss to your trekking in Everest region. Trip heads back to Lukla for the flight to Kathmandu following the same trail.

High altitude trekking is not for the faint hearted people. If you are adventure lover and have fit physical abilities then we are here to take you to the base camp of world’s tallest mountain. Everest Base Camp Trekking with us is always fun filled, safe and informative. More than a decade of experience in the heartland of Sherpa people really proves our mettle in taking trekkers up in the Himalayas beyond expectations. Plan today, decide wisely and choose us for momentous walking holiday in Himalayas.

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Price includes

  • • Pick up and drop off service to and from Airport. • Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu Domestic flight service. • During the trekking in Himalaya three time meal will provide by company ( Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch ) Main course in each time with cup of hot drinks . main course is suggested for chose from the menu • Two Nights Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu including breakfast (Sharing basis) • Licensed trekking guide with assistant Sherpa Porter during the hike • All kind of the trekking / hiking related permit and fees (Entry permit for Annapurna conservation and TIMS ) • Sleeping bag and duffel bag (to be returned after trip completion)its recommendation to bring own • Medical Kit carried by trekking assistant crew • Farewell dinner with certificate of hiking success will provided by company

Not included in price

  • • Nepal entry visa (bring accurate USD cash and two passport photographs)• • Travel Insurance • Local body charge (Porter charge is USD 20 Per trip)One time • Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu City • Early departure from trek accommodation in city• • Tips for the guide and porters• • Any alcohol, hot and cold drinks, hot water, hot showers, drinking water, Wi-Fi, batteries charging and any deserts ordered as additional to what is provided than listed above

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Shailesh Pokharel Nepal Trekking Routes Treks

 Shailesh Pokharel Nepal Trekking Routes Treks 

40 years, Nepal

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Mountaineering, Hiking, Rock Climbing, Ice Climbing
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I have been working in the field of Nepal Tourism for about a decade. I am academically educated and practically experienced trekking guide from Nepal ensures the overall attainment of the fun during a journey. Undoubtedly, I can bring lots of vibrancy, passion and intrepidity into the trekking as well as touring voyage. The major reason behind me being so much dedicated towards tourism in Nepal is my working philosophy. I am very famous among my colleagues as the advocate of sustainable tourism in Nepal. I believe that once you are successful in catering the people across the globe with impeccable hospitality then only Nepal tourism motto Naturally Nepal Once is not enough gets materialized. No wonder I have been luring the repeated guests towards Nepal every year. Don’t miss out for the glorious trekking experience in Nepal with such a hardworking and loyal mountain man. I wish you are proud to have such an influential leader in a team for organize your trip in Nepal.

I have a tremendous passion for the tourism industry and am well known in Nepal for my strong advocacy for sustainable tourism. I believe that a true customer focus combined with a commitment to sustainable tourism is the only way to build the brand..... Naturally Nepal Once is not enough.

We look forward to welcoming you to Nepal and sharing our beautiful country with you.

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Nepal, Kathmandu, Central Development Region, Bagmati

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