Trip Facts
Overview
Everest Base Camp Hike is one of the most popular trekking routes on Earth. Each year there are more than 34000 to 39,000 trekkers in a season in this area.
Mount Everest, known as Sagarmatha in Nepali, Qomolongma in Tibetan, & Mt.Everest in English, is the tallest peak on earth with 8848m (29,035ft) altitude. Everest base camp trekking from Nepal side (also known as south base camp) is a trek of 12 nights 13 days from Kathmandu to Kathmandu, takes you at an Altitude of 5,364 meters (17,598 ft) at the base camp. You will further climb to Kalapattar at an altitude of 5545m. This Everest Base Camp Hike begins with the flight to Lukla Then you will walk upward to Namche Bazaar, the famous center for trading food, trekking Equipment etc
Normally you will have to acclimatize 2 days here, and then slowly you will gain the altitude & walk towards Tengboche & to Everest base camp & Kalapattar (5545m). Flora & Fauna found in the Everest trekking areas ;pine and hemlock forests, while fir, juniper, birch and rhododendron, scrub and alpine plant communities are common at the higher altitude. The Everest national park is home to the red panda, snow leopard, musk deer, Himalayan tahr, marten, Himalayan mouse hare (pika) and over 118 species of bird including the Impeyan pheasant, snow cock, blood pheasant, red-billed cough etc.
The 16 days Everest Base Camp Hike with Kalapattar of Plan Holidays starts from Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. Before flying to Lukla you will have Sightseeing of World Heritage sites; Pashupatinath Temple Boudhanath Stupa & Bhaktapur City. You will be fascinated to see the tolerance between two religions; Hinduism & Buddhism. After having 2 days stay in Kathmandu, you will have the scenic flight to Lukla, gateway to Everest.You will be greeted at Lukla airport by our crews. Plan Holidays Guide escorts you to Phakding, after staying a night there, then you will arrive at Namche.
Two days acclimatization will not only acclimatize you with the Himalayan altitude but you have great chance to get in touch with Sherpa people. After 2 days rest you will be heading towards Tengboche, with fun-filled experiences every day till Kalapattar. You will be passing through Monasteries, Rivers, Suspension Bridges, Gompas & Sherpa Settlements.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02 : SIGHTSEEING of Kathmandu. ( B)
Day 03 : Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla, TREK TO PHAKDING(2800m)
Day 04 : Phakding-NacheBAZAAR(11,286ft,3440m),( B+ L +D)
Day 05 : Acclimatization day at NAMCHEBAZAR(11,286ft,3440m),( B+ L +D)
Day 06 : Namche-Tengboche (3867M/ 12,690 ft)
Day 07 : Tengboche-Dingboche (4,530 m ,14,800 ft) ( B+ L +D)
Day 08 : Dingboche Acclimatization (NAGARTSANG peak 5400m)
Day 09 : Dingboche-LobuCHe( B+ L +D)
Day 10 : Lobuche-Everest base camp -Gorakhsep( B+ L +D)
Day 11 : Gorakshep-kalapattar- pheriche( B+ L +D)
Day 12 : pheriche- dibuche( B+ L +D)
Day 13 : dibuche-manjo( B+ L +D)
Day 14 :manjo-Lukla( B+ L +D)
Day 15 : Lukla-Kathmandu ( B)
Day 16 : Departure
Cost
- Three nights in Kathmandu at HotelManaslu or similar on twin sharing basis with breakfast.
- All transfers from and to airport.
- Full day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley with entrance fee and a English seapking guide .
- Flight from Kathmandu Lukla Kathmandu with domestic airport tax.
- An experienced English speaking trekking guide, porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers :1 porter)
- 12 Nights in lodge accommodation during trekking,
- 3 meals a day ( Breakfast , Lunch & Dinner ) during trekking
- Plan holidays duffle bag for trekking
- Trekking map
- Sleeping bag for trekking, a used one (return after completion of trekking)
- Trekking permit and paper work
- Trekking information management system fees (TIMS Card)
- Everest National Park Entrance fee
- All government taxes
- First aid kit
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu,
- Personal travel health insurance,
- Drinks and tip,
- Extra expenses due to inclement weather,
- Flight cancellation or any unforeseen events beyond human control
- Evacuation cost
Reviews
Simply put “WOW”.
Simply put “WOW”. I have never met more responsible people in my life. They made sure every step of the way was taken care of from the drivers, tour guides, trek guides, porters and hotel accommodations. I highly recommend this company for its hard working, responsible and friendly people. The people make a company. Special thanks to: Anuja “the planner”, Chitiz & Ashmir “the ultimate trekking guides” and finally Robin “the enthusiastic jungle bird watcher”.
Nick Devincenzo
San Diego, CaliforniaPlan Holidays did a fantastic job on our whole trip!
Plan Holidays did a fantastic job on our whole trip! We did the trip that included time in Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan National Park and a 5-day trek around Annapurna. From the moment we stepped off the plane, we had guides showing us around and everything was perfectly planned for us. Maila, our trekking guide was amazing and had so much knowledge! It was a great trip!
Autumn Wonderlich
Boston, MassachusettsIncredibly well organized
This company was amazing. Incredibly well organized. I felt safe and spoiled. Our airport transports were always early and waiting for us. All of our reservations for our accommodations and busses were perfect. The temple tour we took was super fun and educational. Some of our luggage got stuck in our layover country and between this travel agency and our hotel they were able to get it for us and deliver it the next day. We also had a 10month old traveling with us and they made sure that our accommodation and travel plans were safe for him. During our 5 days of trekking, we had THE BEST guide/sherpa. I would positively let them plan another trip for us. Thank you!!!!
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Karen Graves
CaliforniaA wonderful trip
Thank you so much!!!!
We had a wonderful trip!!! And you were always there to help or guide us as needed! I hope we can have fun together again!!!!!
Janet Spencer
West Jordan, UtahNice trip to Nepal
Nice trip in Nepal organized by Plan Holidays Travel! Guide and Porter were great.
Michael Worcestar
Plan Holidays is the best company
Plan Holidays is the best company with wonderful staff members and Guide was incredible an genuinely cared for our welfare. It was such a pleasure to meet all the friendly and humorous people of Nepal. All of my thanks to Managing Director Mr. Kala Dhar Baral and the professional team members of Plan Holidays.
Samuel idas
Great Job
Plan Holidays did a great job on the organization of this wonderful journey! We all had a great time, it was such a pleasure to meet all the friendly and humorous people of Nepal.
Aleksandra Perr/Peter Babivskiy
I had a wonderful experience
I recently booked a tour with Plan Holidays, and I had a wonderful experience. Anuja scheduled the tour, and it was comforting to have our trip covered without any concerns. Our guide Shiva took us through Kathmandu, and showed all us the highlights of the city and provided us with the cultural and historical background. We also did the Poon Hill Trek with guides Chitiz and Ashmir, who provided a peaceful hike through the Himalayas. On our last two days, we spent time in Chitwan National Park, where our guide, Robin, took us on adventures where we saw crocodiles and rhinos.
The entire package was affordable, and our guides met our every need; they went out of their way for us on many occasions. It was comforting to get off the bus and see our guides waiting for us with our name tags. I would highly encourage anyone to book a trip through this company. I promise that you will have an amazing experience–five stars!
