Everest Base Camp Trek - 12 Days

Useful Information

What are the difficulties of the 12-day Everest Base Camp?

The Everest Base Camp Trek - 12 Days is a moderate to difficult route in the Everest region of Nepal. However, you need good physical fitness; they can be completed easily. In our 12-day Everest Base Camp, you will have less chance of suffering from high altitude sickness, and you can spend two days acclimatizing.

When is the best time to do the 12 Days Everest Base Camp Trek?

The best time to do an EBC trek in Nepal. The spring and autumn. During these times, it is generally more stable, making it safe and easy for travelers/trekkers to find the way to the demanding trip.

Spring Season (March – April to May) 

It is the peak trek season for EBC. The weather is kind, with warmer temperatures and clear blue skies. The landscapes are verdant and colorful due to the blooming flowers of rhododendrons, which are in red, pink, and white colors. However, there can be lots of trekkers. So it’s advisable to make a reservation in advance.

Autumn Season (September – October to November)

Another good time to explore the Everest region trekking is during the autumn season. The climate is generally dry and clear, offering outstanding visibility of the stunning Mountains. The temperatures are Cooler, mainly at higher elevations, but the days are usually sunny and enjoyable. Like spring, this time tends to be busy.

Accommodation

The Everest region trek is Nepal's most popular teahouse/lodges trekking route in the Khumbu region. If you have never experienced these types of trekking before, we can clarify it first. The teahouse is a local lodge constructed by the Sherpa community of the Khumbu for trekkers. These basic accommodations have a cozy room with two beds, a mattress, a blanket, a bed cover, and a pillow. Therefore, as the number of travelers increases, everybody wants to see the top of the world's highest mountain, Mount Everest.

Foods During the 12 Days of the EBC Trek

The EBC trekking package includes 12 Dinners, 12 breakfasts, and 11 lunches during the trek. Your guide will provide you with a menu, and you can choose fresh, hygienic foods. All food is provided on a full-board basis, such as breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 

Foods Items

• Special Nepali Dish (Dal, Bhat, Tarkari, lentil soup, rice, curry, and pickle), etc.
• European, Chinese, Italian, and Indian foods like fried noodles, pizza, burgers, fried potatoes, spaghetti, spring rolls, chips, oat porridge, banana or apple Pancake, toast with jam/honey, etc.

Tea Items

• Black tea, milk tea, black coffee, hot lemon, ginger tea, and ginger lemon honey tea. However, tea items are not included in the price. It is an extra cost.

Drinking Water

During the trek, you get the bottles of water available at lodges/tea houses or shops along the trekking route, but the price increases as you go higher. A bottle of water costs around 3 to 4 dollars.  If you feel the bottles of water are expensive. Then, you can use a water purification tablet or a filtering pump. However, water purification tablet and filtering pump, you have to buy in Kathmandu. 

Lukla Flight & Weather Conditions

The flight to Lukla and return from Lukla to Ramechhap can be canceled due to bad weather conditions. It might happen in the peak season also. If your flight is canceled, then you have an alternative way to reach Lukla from Kathmandu or Ramechhap. You can ride a helicopter, but you need to share it with other trekkers. The cost will be $550 to $750 per person. You need a group of 5 people.

Visa information

All foreign travelers need a visa to enter Nepal. Most of the visitors can obtain an on-arrival visa at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu. However, you need a passport with a minimum of six months’ validity and two passport-size photos. On-arrival visa fees cost 15 days - 30 USD, 30 days - 50 USD, and 90 days - 125 USD. For more detailed information, you can visit Nepal Immigration.

High altitude sickness during the 12-day Everest Base Camp Trip

The concern during the trek is high-altitude sickness. As you hike up to an altitude above 2600 meters, the absence of oxygen in the atmosphere causes travelers to experience divers' discomfort. These symptoms are known as the AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). The general symptoms include nausea, fatigue, difficulty breathing, and headache.  

High altitude sickness has claimed many trekkers. Thus, it is crucial for travelers, including expert trekkers, to take accurate precautions and safety measures. Here are a few preventive tips for high-altitude sickness: 

• Do acclimatization days while hiking to higher elevations. Your body can better adapt to the changing altitude and surroundings.
• Do not walk fast at a higher elevation. Slow ascent assists your body's adjustment to the increasing altitude and thinner air.
• Take healthy and nutritious foods to stay energized throughout your trip.  After that, you can complete this journey.  
• Do not drink alcoholic beverages or smoke excessively, which can worsen the symptoms of high-altitude sickness.
• You can keep yourself hydrated during the trek. You can drink 3 to 4 liters a day, which can help your body.

Do I need Travel Insurance for the 12-day Everest Base Camp?

• Travel insurance is mandatory for the Everest Base Camp trek - 12 Days. 
• The coverage must include medical bills and emergency helicopter rescue for up to 6,000 meters.

Booking process and requirements

Himalayan Local Guide Pvt. Ltd is completely licensed and a member of the NTB (Nepal Tourism Board), TAAN ( Trekking Agency Association of Nepal, and NMA ( Nepal Mountaineering Association. 

• 20% advance payment to confirm your reserved seat.
• Payment through bank transfer, Western Union, or website link.
• Send us a photocopy of your passport and passport-size photos.
• Share your arrival date, time, and departure date,
• The remaining cost, you can pay once you arrive in Kathmandu.  

Which permits do we need to obtain for the Everest region trek?

The Everest region trek requires two types of permits: the Sagarmatha National Park entry permit and the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry fee.

You'll need to purchase an entry permit to enter the Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site and National park. The permit fees are 30 USD per person and can be obtained in Kathmandu or Monju village. However, for Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality permits, you should buy them at Lukla town. The entry fees are 30 USD per person.

Luggage for Porter

We will provide one porter for two travelers, with a porter carrying your luggage of around 20 kg. (which is limited to 10kg for each trekker). We highly encourage packing partners with the necessary things for fellow travelers in a 50 to 60-liter duffel bag. And, if unnecessary things are extra luggage, you can store them at your hotel or our office. 

Departure Day

We’ll drop you off at Tribhuvan International Airport by private car, van, or taxi for your departure. Please, you can ensure smooth services and share your hotel name, departure date, and time.

Tip for the guide and porter team in the 12 Days Everest Base Camp Trekking

The Everest Base Camp Trip is a challenging route in the Khumbu region. The guide and porter expect a tip of 15 to 20% of the trip cost as an average gratuity to be given to your staff. It is the best way to show a thankful and respectful amount to tip your team. You can provide above the minimum as per your service and satisfaction.

TREKKING EQUIPMENT LIST:

Body Clothing

• Sleeping Bag
• Down Jacket
• Three pairs of trekking t-shirts
• Long-sleeved shirts
• Thermal Shirt for colder places
• Fleece Jacket
• Warm wool Sweaters
• Waterproof and windproof Jacket
• Cotton Trekking pants with folding
• Waterproof and windproof pants

Head and Face

• Sun Hat
• Wool or fleece hat
• Headlight
• Sunglass
• Sunscreen 50
• Face wipes and a towel

List of Footwear

• Trekking Boats
• ¾ Paris Preferably Cotton Socks
• Crampon
• One pair of extra sports shoes

Necessary Gears

• Gaiters, just in case of snow
• Gloves and Thick Gloves
• Big rucksack above 40 L
• Waterproof Bag Cover
• Rain Coat
• Trekking Pole (if needed)
• Laundry Soap
• Shampoo
• Toothbrush
• Toilet papers
• Water pearls
• Bottle for drinking water
• Pen and Notebook
• Copy and Tourist Guide Book
• Camera
• Battery charger
• Memory card
• Cell Phone and Charger
• Money Wallet
• Altimeters and Playing card

First aid Kid

• Diamox
• Cotton bandages
• Paracetamol
• Painkillers
• Loperamide to control diarrhea (just in case).
• Water purified tablets
• Lozenges
• Elastic bandages
• Thermometer
• Moleskin and sling.