Walking distance from Lukla to Everest Base Camp

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The walking distance from Lukla to Everest Base Camp is around 65 km/40 Miles. For this round trek on this journey route, travelers/trekkers must walk for around 10 to 12 days, approximately 130 km/ 80 Miles. It is a remarkable trip, and the exact distance can depend on the trekking route and side trips or day hiking. Overall, trekking to Everest Base Camp is demanding and strenuous.

 

In this blog post, we will discuss the details of the Everest Base Camp trek distance from Lukla. This information might help trekkers who are planning a successful journey to the base camp of the world’s highest mountain, Mount Everest (8,848 Meters).

 

Kathmandu to Lukla Distance by flight:

 

The distance between Kathmandu to Lukla is only 135 Km/ 83.88 Miles. The bus road is still not touched at Lukla. Moreover, the way to get to Lukla is by Airplane or helicopter. During the peak season time, the trekkers have to fly from Ramechhap to Lukla and Ramechhap.

 

If the flight is delayed or canceled, how can I reach the Everest Base Camp from Kathmandu?

 

You have an alternative route, if the flight is canceled due to bad weather conditions, you can travel by bus or jeep to Phaplu, which will take around 10 to 12 Hours bus ride and reach Phaplu. After you can start your journey throughout passes beautiful villages and hillsides.

 

You must know before trekking to Everest Base Camp:

 

There are numerous things trekkers should know before going on the Lukla to Everest Base camp trekking. This journey is one of the most charming trekking destinations in the Everest region. While the trek is amazingly rewarding, some aspects might not be obvious. Here are a few considerations.

 

Sherpa Cultural and Museum at Namche Bazaar:

 

If you reach Namche Bazaar, you have several chances to discover the Sherpa Museum to find out the more history of Sherpa culture and Everest climbing as well cultural library, which offers precious research ability for those with a unique concern in the history and culture of the Sherpa peoples.  There are more options for trekking and peaks for travelers to choose from the Namche Bazaar as it is the central gateway to such as the Everest Three Passes Trek, Everest View Trek, Tengbuche Monastery trek, Island Peak Climbing, Labuche Peak climbing, and Everest Base Camp.

 

Which parts are more difficult in the Lukla to EBC trail?

 

The trekking trail of the EBC is well prepared with all the suitable facilities. Therefore, the trekking route has assured parts where trekkers might find it hard to complete. After crossing the Hillary Bridge, you have to walk up the hill, Namche Bazaar, before reaching Tengbuche Monastery, Dhukla/Thukla pass, and reaching Gorakshep, Kala Patthar View Point are comparatively harder for travelers.

 

Lukla: The Gateway to Everest region trekking

 

The journey begins with a short flight from Kathmandu/ Ramechhap to Lukla a small village with one of the world's most popular airports. Lukla to Everest Base Camp is the main route taken by travelers/trekkers. From the aircraft, if the sky is clear, it offers magical views of the Himalayas range and takes about 30 minutes. You will be thrilled with landings on the short runway at Lukla. After you can start your trip to Everest Base Camp.  

 

The Beauty of Nature:

 

The trekking from Lukla to Everest Base Camp is well-known for its spectacular natural beauty. From lush green and soaring to snow-capped mountains and hidden valley gems, every step of the trip offers new and magical vistas. The Sherpa culture, Khumbu Glacier, monasteries, Everest, and Lhoste are the main highlights views.

 

Mentally and physical preparations:

 

Trek to Everest Base Camp requires both mental and physical fitness, before coming to Nepal you can do some cardio exercise, strength, morning walk, hiking, running, and cycling are essential. A mental springiness is equally most important as the trip can be demanding with its uphill and high altitudes and inconstant weather conditions.

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