The exhilarating Everest Base Camp trek, also known as the EBC trek, brings travelers to the foot of Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world. The thrilling EBC trek journey in the Lukla village of Nepal’s Khumbu district starts with an exhilarating flight to Tenzing-Hillary airport,
What is Budget Trekking?
Budget trekking is the best option for travelers who want to experience the Himalayas with a limited budget. For all the trekking enthusiasts in the world, we invite you to visit Nepal and explore this Himalayan region with comfort and a reasonable price.
Your essentials for hiking in the Himalayas will be covered by our budget packages. To ensure that your walk is comfortable, we supply you with obliging and amusing porters (English speaking) who will carry up to 12kgs of weight. As porters are experienced trekkers, they will also be help you with your needs during the trek. Included in the budget trek cost are additional services like ground transportation to and from the starting and finishing points of the trek, cozy and warm lodges during the trek, and permits required to trek in Nepal’s various trekking regions.
It should be noted that hiring a guide will come at an additional expense, raising the overall cost of the trek. However, if you feel the need, we can also provide excellent guides for you. And lastly, we request our travelers to carry the basic necessities such as trekking gears, warm clothes, hot water bottles, sunglasses, trekking poles etc. with themselves as it will not be provided by the company.
The exhilarating Everest Base Camp trek, also known as the EBC trek, brings travelers to the foot of Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world. The thrilling EBC trek journey in the Lukla village of Nepal’s Khumbu district starts with an exhilarating flight to Tenzing-Hillary airport, one of the most hazardous and high-altitude airports in the world. Enjoy breath-taking vistas of the surrounding alpine region during the 35-minute flight. The 130-mile EBC journey, which can take 10 to 15 days to finish depending on the route and physical fitness level, is thought to be one of the more challenging treks. The best months to visit the EBC Trek are mid-September through November or March through May. Over the course of the EBC Budget Trek, trekkers will ascend steadily to a maximum elevation of 5,364 meters (Everest Base Camp).
To ensure that their bodies adjust to the increasing altitude and remain healthy for the duration of the trekking, trekkers must thus make the required stops at Namche Bazaar, Dinboche, and Gorak Shep as acclimatization. The hikers get to explore a Sherpa hamlet, learn about their rituals, and stop at beautiful monasteries during these rest breaks. Lodging alternatives for these vacations are typically lodges and tea houses, which offer delectable meals and a comfortable stay. You should try Nepali specialties like dal bhat tarkari (lentils, rice, and veggies), momos (dumplings), and tsampa (roasted barley flour) along the way. One of the journey’s key sites is the spiritual hub Tengboche Monastery.
An early morning to Lukla from Kathmandu and trek to Phakding (2610mtrs/8563ft). Flight 30 minutes and walking 3 hours.
Phakding to Namche Bazaar walking 5:30 hours.
Rest and Acclimatization at Namche Bazzar (3440m/11286ft). Walking 5:30 hours.
Kyanjuma to Debuche (3680m/12070ft) via Thyangbuche monastery. Walking 5 hours.
Debuche to Dingboche (4410m/14464ft). Walking 5:30 hours,
Day hiking up to Nagatsang Ri (5000m/16500ft) and back to Dingboche (4410m/14464ft) . Walking 4:25 hours.
Dinbuche to Lobuche (4910m/16104ft). Walking 5:30 hours.
Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5363m/17590ft) and back to Gorekshep (5153m/156037ft). Walking 7:30 hours.
Hiking up Kalapathar(5555m/18220ft) and trek down to Pherbuche (4210m/13808ft) . Walking 7 hours.
Pherbuche to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11285ft). Walking 6:30 hours.
Namche bazzar to Lukla (2850m/9348ft). Walking 6:30 hours.
After breakfast an early morning flight back to Kathmandu (1345m/4412ft) from Lukla. Trip ends.
After your breakfast, you will be picked up by our porter and be transferred to the airport. After we get on to 30 minutes of flight to one of the most exhilarating airports in the world i.e. Lukla airport. This flight provides with amazing views of the tallest peaks in the world.
After arriving in Lukla, we officially begin our trek by heading onwards to Phakding. It is an amazing sherpa village with warm and hospitable people. First day of trekking officially ends as we stay for the night at a local lodge in Phakding.
We start our journey in the direction of Namche after breakfast in the morning. Also referred to as the “getaway to Everest,” this location offers you banking and internet access, among other amenities that you would not find in the places up ahead. Stay the night at a nearby lodge in Namche.
We will take a rest day as per protocol to allow our bodies to adjust to the higher altitude. Enjoy the views of the mountains by taking a quick trek to one of the closest viewpoints. In the evening, meander through Namche’s streets. Go to Namche for the night.
Today, we head onwards to Debuche village, which is a remote and isolated village in Everest region with nice and hospitable Sherpas. Along the way you’ll also get to visit Tengboche Monastery, which is also known as one of the oldest monasteries in the world. Stay your night at Debuche at a local lodge.
Starting from Debuche in the early morning, we make our way to Dingboche, a tiny, isolated town near Mount Everest. Enjoy regional cuisine while taking in breathtaking mountain vistas. Rest well in your comfortable and warm accommodation in Dingboche’s local lodge.
We are going to Dingboche for another day of rest. Given that the altitude is over 4,000 meters, adequate rest and acclimatization are required. We’ll spend the night in Dingboche and go for a quick climb around the closest views.
It’s gets more exciting from here on. As we move toward Lobuche today, we come closer to the Base camp. Should the weather cooperate, you will witness once-in-a-lifetime sights. After a thrilling day of exploration, spend the night at Lobuche.
At last, this is the day. Even though the hike will take a little longer, it will be well worth it. We make our way to the 5364-meter-high Everest Base Camp. You’ll accomplish something most intrepid people in all over the world would hope to accomplish at least once in their lifetime. Take photos, enjoy the scenery to the fullest, and record a story for the next generation. We’ll return to Gorakhshep and stay the night at a nearby lodge.
Today we hike to Kalapathhar, the highest we gain in this classic EBC Budget Trek. The largest glacier and waterfall in Nepal, the Khumbu glacier and Icefall, as well as the peaks of Pumori (7,161m), Lingtren, Everest (8,848m), Nuptse (7,861m), Amadablam (6,812m), Khantega, and Taboche are all visible from Kalapatthar (5,550m).
Following breakfast in the morning, we head downhill towards Namche, which is known as the gateway to Everest. Savor the amenities of warm water, internet, and nearby eateries. Local stores also offer mementos for you to buy and bring home. Arriving at Namche Bazaar and stay the night.
Today is our last day of trekking to Everest Base Camp before returning to Lukla. Because of its scenery, Lukla Airport is regarded as one of the most thrilling airports in the world. Stay overnight at Lukla.
We will finally take a quick flight return to Kathmandu via Lukla airport after an 11-day journey. You will be driven in a local vehicle to your drop off point in Kathmandu. The remainder of the day is yours to pack or take leisurely strolls throughout Kathmandu.