One of the best trekking adventures in the world, 14 days Everest Base Camp Trek is a must-do journey. Taking place in the Khumbu region, the trek is a beautiful traverse through the Dudh Koshi and Imja River Valleys. Home of Mount Everest, the tallest Himalayan peak in the world, Khumbu is a mesmerizing region home to the indigenous Sherpa people of Nepal. Throughout the trip, trekkers are presented with majestic views of the Everest peaks paired with beguiling alpine landscapes and a rich ethnic cultural presence.
14 days Everest Base Camp Trek begins with a short flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. The trekking trail winds along the deep ravines and ridgelines of the gorgeous river valleys, and branches up and down hillocks of pine, juniper and rhododendrons until finally concluding at the base camp of the world’s highest peak.
The journey is filled with Khumbu’s best facets, like the Himalayan town of Namche Bazaar, the Tengboche Monastery and the vantage point of Kalapatthar, as well as many ethnic villages and settlements scattered throughout the foothills. The Sherpa culture and their prominence are also present throughout the journey, manifesting in the form of Chortens, stupas, Gumbas and prayer wheels that ornament the pathway. Mani stones carved with prayers and colourful prayer flags also uplift the cultural ambience of the Himalayan region.
Likewise, the terrain isalso ornamented with amazing natural attributes, like the alpine woodlands ofthe Sagarmatha National Park. Terrace farms of potatoes and barley planted onthe outskirts of the villages present a dainty sight. River-drained oxbow foothills,hillocks, and hamlets of rhododendrons and the Himalayan tapestry thatdecorates the skyline at each step of the journey make the trip anunforgettable event.
Home to many elusive andendangered species of wildlife, the woods of the national park also dispose ofthick emerald canopies to trek under. Everest Base Camp Trekking is certainly aonce-in-a-lifetime opportunity that is filled with other-worldly Himalayanviews. It is a trip that rewards trekkers with absolutely captivating Himalayas,rich cultural beauty and a grand natural charm.
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Optional trip extension to the Himalayan country of Bhutan.
14 days Everest Base Camp Trek Highlights
- Visit the vantage point of Kalapatthar from where panoramic views of the entire Mount Everest massif is seen in a spectacular fashion
- Visit many ethnic Sherpa villages along the journey, like Namche Bazaar and Tengboche
- Trek through the Sagarmatha National Park and enjoy the region’s verdant woodlands
- Enjoy serration of Himalayan sights along the journey through the river valleys of Imja Khola and Dudh Koshi
14 days Everest Base Camp Trek TIPS and notes.
Key Information
Physical Fitness
Although no prior trekkingexperience is required to do Everest Base Camp Trekking, preparing for the tripby doing regular cardio exercises three to four weeks before the beginning ofthe trek will help in making the trip smooth. Regular exercises help to buildstamina and will increase your chances of a smooth trekking journey withouthassles.
Hiring a Porter
Generally, you can hire aporter in the mountains if you wish to do so. Hiring a porter helps in makingthe trip easier for you. Likewise, tipping isn’t mandatory, but it isappreciated. You can tip about USD 100 for the porter. This amount is of coursejust an example; you can tip as much as you like depending upon yoursatisfaction with the work. Likewise, the load the porter can carry is a maximumof 12 to 15 kg of weight at a time.
Packing
It is advised to packlight. The less baggage you have, the easier it will be to manage, both for youand the porter in the mountains. You can re-pack your duffle bags afterarriving in Kathmandu. Hotels in Kathmandu provide the service of safetystorage lockers where you can store your excess bags until the end of thetrekking trip.
Meals and Drinking Water
Both vegetarian andnon-vegetarian meals are available during the trek. It is advised to bring water-purifyingtablets or other suitable forms of water purification with you. This is abetter alternative to constantly buying bottled water in the mountains whiletrekking.
Altitude Sickness and Insurance
Having a Travel Insuranceis mandatory while trekking in the Himalayas of Nepal. It is preferred to havetravel insurance that covers emergency helicopter rescue in the mountains.Similarly, the onset of altitude sickness and its occurrence varies from oneperson to the next. The trip is crafted with ample acclimatization time toavoid AMS. Nevertheless, you can take medication like Diamox to prevent thesickness, and should mild symptoms occur- you can take rest days along thejourney until you feel better enough to continue.
Flight Delays and Cancellations
Lukla Flight Delays canoccur due to several reasons, like bad weather conditions or other problems.That is why it is important to keep an extra contingency day in your trip incase of delays or cancellations.
