Travel Insurance an accident can happen anywhere so, it is recommended for all tourists get travel insurance before visiting Nepal. Depending upon the insurance policy and the company, the insurance will look after tragic like theft, loss or accidental damage of gears and other belongings, baggage, and medical emergencies evacuation. we should advice the most people are bring a that’s covering the 5000m for your emergencies cases to visit Nepal.
Likewise, the insurance should also include helicopter evacuation and any kinds of mishaps that might occur during adventure sporting like bungee jumping, rafting, and zip-lining. No one is capable of foreseeing the accidents, but each individual can by themselves an insurance policy to lessen the effects of the accident.
When booking any trip, make sure that you have purchased good travel and medical policy through your home to the companies. We strongly suggest that one should buy travel and medical insurance when travelling around Third World countries and Himalayan regions for sudden severe cases of medical complications, where you might need to get evacuated by any means of immediate transportation like using helicopter services.
For travel when the trip might get delayed and cancelled or rerouted or other similar cases arise due to unavoidable circumstances like bad weather, political riots, road-blocks, landslides or other natural calamities, you can claim from your insurance in such cases.
Beyond Kathmandu valley tour with various options to choose as per your interest and time in Nepal and before or after your major and main trips and trekking, on this tour where you will have the opportunity to observe rural farm life of Nepalese and its age-old heritage cultures.
Kathmandu valley will offer a nice visit staying overnights in mountain resorts where rooms face excellent views of Himalayan peaks with stunning sunrise views in the comfort of nice hotels and resorts. Beyond Kathmandu Valley Tour we offer interesting and scenic visits with an overnight stop in a nice hotel or Mountain Resorts accompanied by an expert guide and tour escorts with spacious comfortable car-four wheel drives or coach as per group size.
Nagarkot Hill
A famous and popular hill within the outskirt of Kathmandu valley. A drive of a few hours from Kathmandu will take you to Nagarkot. You can aslo combine Nagarkot with Bhaktapur city and Changu-Narayan Tour. Nagarkot is one of the major attractions of the Beyond Kathmandu Valley Tour and is not recommended to exclude from the tour.
Nagarkot stands at 2,100 m high and offers stunning sunrise views over the chain of Himalayan peaks. The Himalayan peaks include Manaslu-Ganesh Himal in the North West with central north views of Langtang and Jugal Himal. Dorji-Lakpa and Gaurishankar appear towards the Everest range in the east.
Nagarkot besides fabulous views of sunrise and mountains also offers cultural attractions. One can take a hike for a day to get a glimpse of Nepalese rural farm life which will be interesting in the harmony of cool mountain fresh air and its nice alpine woodland surrounding.
Dhulikhel Hilltown
Dhulikhel is famous for its glorious views of the sunrise over the chain of mountains extending all the way from Manaslu in the West to Mt. Everest on the East horizon. Dhulikhel countryside is great for hikes and short walks, this scenic spot withstands at above 1,440 meters, with various nice excellent hotels and resorts to stay overlooking grand views of mountains and surrounding landscapes.
Dhulikhel is a town with 500 years old history a Newari town the indigenous tribe of Kathmandu valley worships both Hindu and Buddhism religions. The major places of worship here are Narayan and Harisiddhi temples decorated with profuse wood carvings.
The Bhagawati temple situated on top dominates the skyline facing the grand vista of the town and surrounding area, with many vantage points in Dhulikhel which offer a panorama of the Himalayas that will leave you spellbound. While at Dhulikhel visit the great holy Buddhist spot of Namobuddha:
Namo-Buddha
One of the unsurpassed supreme sacred sites known as the Three Stupas in Nepal is TagmoLüjin. Namobudha is a holy site where perfect and supreme Buddha-at that time still on the path of learning-offered his own body without regret to a tigress suffering from great hunger. What follows is the history of this supreme and distinguished sacred site. The location is unmistakably based on the clear identification given in the Sutra Requested by the Tigress and so forth.
Highlights
Best view from the Nagarkot view tower.
A tremendous mixed range of the mountain and different cultural-religious from Dhulikhel.
Famous Nabobhuddha monastery.
Best service with fantastic scenery from the round trip.
Along with the best hotel provided.
Perfect surrounded mountain view range.
Best places to visit around Dhulikhel and Nabobuddha.
Included
Pick-up and drop.
Drive in A/C vehicle.
All the 5* hotel with a B/B plan.
Tour guide with good trainer English speaking and all his expenses.
Excluded
International Airfare.
Visa Charges($30 Dollar for the 15 days-$50 Dollar from the 30 days).
Yours Personal travel insurance.
Extra accommodation in Kathmandu or beyond Kathmandu.
Nepal Scenic – Cultural tour leads you far and wide across the country with mesmerizing and enjoyable times from a day to a few days or more to a week with an ever-exciting sightseeing tour around the best areas of Nepal. Nepal is an amazing place enriched with culture, historical and religious monuments where most of the ancient temples, stupas, and monasteries with old palaces are listed in World Heritage Sites.
Nepal Scenic Cultural tour begins right from the moment you reach Kathmandu where a sightseeing tour leads you to its ancient glorious historical places around interesting Old Durbar Square (Palace and Royal Courtyard) visiting temples and religious monuments of great interest. Tour extends by visiting Old Swayambhunath Stu-pa the landmark of Nepal’s old Buddhist sites with Bouddhanath large stupa facing the all-seeing eyes of Lord Buddha and visiting the holy Hindu temple of Pashupatinath.
Kathmandu and its adjoining cities are full of delights around Patan / Lalitpur and Bhaktapur to observe ancient culture and customs that still exist for the past hundreds of centuries. A marvelous trip to see more of Nepal’s scenic and historical sites from the high Hills of Nagarkot and beautiful Pokhara located on laps of massive Annapurna Himalaya and then the tour of famous Buddhist sites of Lumbini the birthplace of Lord Buddha and The Light of Asia. All our tours are led by expert guides and in the comfort of nice vehicles to show you the wonders of Nepal’s scenic and cultural tour.
One Day Tour in Nepal apart from the world’s highest mountain ranges and unique blend of diverse cultures and traditions, Nepal is equally renowned for culturally adorned cities. Cities like Pokhara and Kathmandu offer a brilliant insight into the hustling city life shaped by the fabrics of cultural belief and natural majesty. One-day tour in Nepal is the perfect way to experience these factors which offer a unique identity to Nepal. These one-day trips allow you to experience the true magic of this wonderful country. The major aim of the one-day tour is to provide you with an insight into the culture and lifestyle of the Nepali people.
Whether it’s a hiking trip, city tour, or motorbike ride, one-day tours offer an interesting approach to exploring Nepal. On these tours, you can walk through the deep alleys of the town, courtyards, and local bazaars. This allows you to experience Nepali culture first-hand and see the hidden treasures of the country. On these tours, you visit numerous heritages as well. Inside the Kathmandu valley itself, there are numerous world heritage sites like Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, and Changunarayan Temple. These locations are filled up with cultural and traditional importance and are bound to blow up your mind. They also reflect the ancient culture, traditions, art, craft, and architecture of medieval Nepal.
Similarly, if you are an adventure freak and want to experience the best adrenaline rush then a hiking trip or a mountain bike ride through the natural trails would be a perfect match-up for you. Locations like Nagarkot, Shivapuri National Park, Godavari, and Sundarijal are a few famous destinations for this purpose. All these destinations are ripe with natural beauty which includes the surrounding hills, landscapes, and the faraway Himalayas.
Apart from these popular destinations around Kathmandu Valley, Pokhara also offers a great number of one-day tour packages. Sarangkot hill station and World Peace Pagoda are famous one-day tour destinations around Pokhara. Similarly, travelers can also incorporate adventure sports like paragliding, boating, zip-lining, and bungee jumping on these one-day trips.
One Day Tour in Nepal as with all our packages at Heaven Nepal, we welcome any customizations to these one-day tours as well. If you don’t see what you’re looking for and want some additional services, please get in touch with us. We can arrange to combine different elements like culture, history, food, nature, and religion along with different means of getting around, like walking, mountain biking, classic motorbikes, rafting, paragliding, and canoeing, and many more. We plan your trip in such a way that you don’t just get stuck in the back seat of a van, but also participate actively in the trip itself.
Rock Climbing in Nepal isn’t just about using physical force but constitutes multiple tasks concentration of force on specific points, relaxing when necessary and ultimately lifting yourself from one step to another. Hattiban and Kakani are famous for housing both natural and artificial rock climbing sites around the Kathmandu Valley.
Nagarjun Forest -30 mins drive from Kathmandu
Hattiban- 1 hour drive from Kathmandu
Bimal Nagar – 20 mins drive from Bandipur
Nagarkot–2 hrs drive with 3-4 hrs
Namche Bazaar
Beside above location we do offer other areas around Langtang Valley.
Outside Kathmandu valley a drive to end of the road head and hike to the location of rock climb, in Kathmandu with pack lunch and drinking water provided with medical / First Aid kit. The students have to bring their own personal rock climbing equipment’s like harness, carbineer 2 pairs (lock/unlocks) gloves, climbing shoes suitable for the climb. Main ropes and other necessary item provided by the organization Heaven Nepal Adventure Pvt. Ltd.
Bungee Jumping is perhaps the most famous and easily accessible adventure sport in Nepal. The bridge of height 160 meters above the Bhote Koshi River at the Last Resort and the water-touch Bungy in Pokhara are two options for bungee jumping in Nepal. These jumps can shoot your adrenaline as soon as you leave the edge and jump head-on towards the earth.
The remarkable 160 m and 500 ft drop into a gorge of raging Bhote Kosi River, one of the longest world’s Free Fall. Ultimate Bungee Jump is a great sport and an adventure which has been in operation since last two decades ago, started by an expert New Zealander in Nepal which is one of the great most spectacular Bungee Jump on this Planet.
Mountain Biking is another way to witness local rural life riding through farms, villages and towns within its ancient heritage sites exploring forgotten trails and areas other people seldom visit. Mountain Bike can be a 1-day long tour to 3-4 days to a week in Nepal. Mountain Biking around Kathmandu valley will showcase to you the backside of Kathmandu from modern life to villages and farms. It offers a blend of scenery and culture and historical aspects.
Mountain Biking leads to steep uphill but offers fascinating mountain views of snow-capped mountains from Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh and Langtang Himal, Jugal Himal in the North and Mt. Everest towards the far eastern horizon.
An exciting mountain bike trail is around Annapurna Region which offers the tarmac and dirt roads with single track trails. Mountain biked in Annapurna provides you with amazing experiences. Around Annapurna Biking with Thorang-la pass at 5,416 meters an overwhelming biking trip for 2 weeks in the comfort of nice mountain lodges. Mountain bike will unleash your inner kid spirit as you go down a graveled trail of Mustang as the cool wind blows on your face.
Travelers also take Mountain Bike from Pokhara to Kathmandu on the back trail avoiding the main highway for a week. Lhasa to Kathmandu mountain bike is also possible with North Everest Base Camp in Tibet biking for 1,100 kilometers takes 12-15 days. For further Updates and the Booking processes. Please Inquire Now
‘Himalayan Rafting Rivers are full of thrills and exciting moments. Rafting in Nepal; Himalayan Rafting Himalayan Rafting Rivers offers exciting thrills and frills which you can experience in our rafting trip on various glacial rivers all around Nepal from mid hills to the lower flat land of the Terai belt.
Himalayan Rafting Rivers is one of the most popular water sports after trekking, mountaineering and other adventure around Himalayan destinations.
Himalayan Rafting Rivers provides all types of excitement from leisure scenic float to big bouncy waves and rapids paddling through white water with drops and holes that make one of the thrills of a rafting adventure.
All Himalayan Rafting Rivers are Guided by professional and expert river guides and boat captains providing you with safety measures helmets, life-jackets, lifelines and other necessary equipment required for rafting.
All rivers flow from the glacier of the mighty Himalayan Mountains running downstream to mid hills and to Gangetic plains offering enjoyable and fascinating moments on Himalaya Rafting Rivers for a day or two and extend to a week duration staying in the comfort of nice tented camps on sandy beaches or in River Resorts.
Heaven Nepal Adventure offers the following Rivers for Rafting:
01: TRISULI RIVER RAFTING (for a day to two days):
Trisuli River fed from the glacier of Mt. Ganesh and Langtang Himal with Manaslu Himal as the river runs joined by tributaries rivers and flowing all the way to Chitwan National Park and finally makes its way towards the Ganges to end at Bay of Bengal in India.
Trisuli River is a famous and most popular river for rafting, due to its location close to Kathmandu as the river flows by the side of the main highway, and offers all thrills and excitement plus a scenic view of low landscapes including exotic flora and fauna with birdlife.
Trisuli with friendly rapids is an ideal trip for beginners, family and as well for interested birdwatchers.
Trisuli River Rafting is the ultimate way to reach the Chitwan National Park jungle with the surge of adrenaline and scenic floats downstream to the Terai belt around southern Nepal.
02: BHOTE KOSI RIVER RAFTING (For a day or two days):
One of the wildest rivers offers a dose of adrenaline satisfaction also called Upper Sun-Kosi which later joins as main Sun Kosi, the torrential white water river of Bhote Kosi flows from great Himalayas mountain range of Nepal and Tibet.
The sources of the fast running river start from countless tributaries which include some glacial lakes and ponds of Dudh-Kund and Shisapangma Himalaya range at a stone throw distance from the put in point of our Rafting.
03: SUN-KOSI RIVER RAFTING (For a week or Ten Days of exciting floats)
A river full of frills and thrills means “river of gold” regarded as World’s Top Ten Rafting Rivers. Drive past the scenic mountain resort of Dhulikhel and to Dolalghat, a small town on the Nepal and Tibet highway, where rapids are quite gentle on the first few days, as our journey, skill progress as enthusiasm rise ready to conquer mighty, wild roller coaster rapids, all the way to an end floating towards fertile Southern belt of Nepal, where few hour drives take you at Biratnagar city for flight back to Kathmandu.
04: THE SETI RIVER RAFTING is known as Milky Way (for 2 days or more)
White warm water meanders through limestone gorges giving Seti (white) a trip of short duration away from the hustle, and bustle of the main highway traffic. Seti River has friendly rapids and is an ideal trip for the beginners’ families and birdwatchers.
05: MARSYANGDI RIVER RAFTING: The Raging River (for 2-3 days)
Most thrilling and challenging white-water rivers in the midwest of Nepal, the rafting involves a few day’s treks to reach the put in point, at the foothills of the snow-capped giant of Mt. Manaslu, Annapurna II and Lamjung, as the turbulent river churns and bubbles below. The river section from our starting point gives us more than the double exhilarating white water rapids with technical rafting test of our ability and the teamwork as we float on the exciting, raging river Marysangdi.
06: KARNALI RIVER RAFTING: The Big Bend (for 12 days):
The mightiest river in the remote west of Nepal, on this trip we trek for a few days with dozen of porters to carry our equipment to one of the most isolated and seldom explored areas. Then descending through a series of magnificent gorges, tropical jungle, deserted beaches and rural farm villages full of thrills in this exceptional big volume of white water rapids on the big bend of Karnali.
07: CLASSIC KALI-GANDAKI RIVER RAFTING (For 05 days):
Flowing from Mustang and Dhaulagiri Himal through the deepest ravine in the world between the Annapurna and the Dhaulagiri, Kali-Gandaki offers mighty waves and sandy beaches and rapids like Leopards Jump and Devils shake, with many more exciting white water thrills as you float downstream.
The Rafting trip starts with a drive to Seti Dovan from Pokhara the pace of the trip is supplemented with abrupt drops with spectacular village terraces with a sorrel Himalayan backdrop.
We offer various Himalayan Rafting Rivers to choose from as per your interest and required duration on request.
Service Included:
Pickup from airport on our private vehicle.
Transportation to both way Kathmandu to Kathmandu.
Lunch include. Life and Jacket include.
Important obtained safety store.
Departure to homeward bound.
Service Excluded:
International Airfare.
Visa charges ($30 Dollars for the 15 days & $50 Dollars for the 30 days).
Your travel medical insurance and Accommodation in Kathmandu.
Food in Kathmandu and All kinds of drinks.
Tip to rafting guide or to our diver( it’s not mandatory but as an appreciation at the end of your trip).
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How to Prepare for Everest Base Camp Trek? travel always brings exciting memories, helps to discover new things, and meet new people. Everest Base Camp Trek has been one of the greatest letting you explore the scenic, adventure and cultural side of Nepal. ‘How to prepare for Everest Base Camp Trek?’ is a question we hear too often. If you are having a thought of enduring this journey, this How to Prepare for Everest Base Camp Trek blog will help you know more about how and what to plan for the trek.
Try to make your backpack as small as possible
You should not pack too many clothes. Bring only the essential ones which you will need. The trek is going to be tough if you have a chunk of clothes in your backpack. A few pairs of t-shirts, shorts, socks (woolen), and gloves are enough for the trek. If you have a big backpack, you can leave some of your stuff in the hotel in Kathmandu and collect it after returning. If you need other items, take a porter with you to carry your backpack. Doing this ensures you are in good shape throughout the trek.
Don’t think of it as a vacation where you would bring a suitcase with you. It might feel too cold so, bringing down jackets is a good idea. It’s better to pack clothes you would need only for a day. The up-and-down trails will comparatively feel a lot easier if you are carrying a lightweight backpack. Our blog Everest Base Camp Packing List will help you with how and what to pack for the trek.
Bring lightweight footwear
Footwear is crucial for trekking. Bringing lightweight hiking shoes or boots is definitely going to help you a lot. The terrains are tough to walk on, so it’s necessary that you have a comfortable pair of shoes with a good grip. Most people wear hiking boots for trekking, but whatever gives you comfort and has a good grip should do okay. The lightweights are going to bring you many benefits, first, your feet won’t get tired, and second, you will be able to cover much more distance without much energy wasted. Wearing tight and uncomfortable shoes will only add problems during your Everest trek, so make sure to grab some nice shoes.
Don’t bring too many snacks
Snacks are of course necessary for your trek. Bringing some energy bars, and chocolates, but too much is not good. You will find many teahouses along the way, which means you won’t be needing to eat too many snacks. These teahouses have proper meals and food so reducing some grams weight from your backpack would be good. A few packets of nuts and 5/6 energy bars are enough for the trek.
Choose an experienced and licensed guide
If you are booking through a trek operator, then you won’t have any hassle of finding a professional guide. The agency will assign you the best guide they have for the trek. If you are travelling without an agency, you can hire a guide through the agency. The guide is important if you have never been to the Everest Region before. The mountain journey is moderately difficult. However, there will definitely be unexpected scenarios which the guide will be able to handle.
Altitude sickness can happen to anyone, even if one has a perfectly healthy body. The guide will mentor you throughout the journey and also crack a few jokes to keep your spirits going. Nepali guides are humble, friendly, and honest. They will be providing you with an amazing company.
Ensure your trekking agency has pre-booked your stays
If you wish to travel during the peak seasons i.e. the Spring and Autumn, you definitely should ask your agency to make every arrangement of hotels for the stay. Though there is enough number of proper hotels in every town and village sometimes you might just get unlucky. So, booking beforehand is always a wise decision.
Dingboche, Khumjung, Lobuche, Lukla, and Namche Bazaar all have proper and well-managed tea houses with facilities to some extent. However, you should not expect top-class services and should compromise a little.
Keep yourself updated on the weather
The weather in the mountains is unimaginable. You will find yourself in a situation where the weather changes every minute. If you have a guide with you then, he will surely be well informed and had information about Everest Base Camp Trek weather. You and your guide should keep an eye on the day’s weather forecast and make rational decisions.
The decrease in temperature can sometimes go below -20 degrees. You will need to prepare yourself for tricky Everest Base Camp Trek Weather. Getting some good quality down jackets will do for withstanding the cold weather. And also keep some extra fresh woollen socks in your backpack.
Cardio and Physical Training before the trek
You might have already booked for the Everest Base Camp Trek and waiting for the actual day when you actually step foot on the terrains. However, you should definitely prepare yourself both mentally and physically. If you are an experienced hiker, it will be easier for you. If you are not experienced, you can try a few short hikes before you trek to EBC.
Watch the vlogs, and read articles and reviews of people who have already been to Everest. Knowing your Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary, route and options will certainly help you to plan better. And yes Cardio training definitely helps in making your body prepare for the trek. Stamina and endurance improvement exercises, aerobics, etc can be done on Everest on a scheduled basis as preparation for your trek. Exercises should be followed by a properly balanced diet. It’s all about the nutrition needed for your body. Do not overdo it in the name of the exercise, you can spend 5 or more hours a week into the training time before the journey.
Plan for a few extra days.
If you are looking to trek in a country like Nepal with unpredictable weather at times, you should include a few extra days in your plan. There are chances of flight delays/cancellations and roadblocks too. Planning for an extra few days is a wise idea. You will be on the safe side if the trek gets cancelled or is extended for a day or two due to some unavoidable circumstances.
Be clear on what services are included or excluded from your package.
While you are planning and booking your trekking package in Nepal, ensure that you are clear about what services you are going to get. Most operators will provide you with the list of what is included and excluded on the trek and even if they don’t, ask for it. This will help you to get things sorted.
Carry your necessities.
Do not expect to get a whole lot of things in Nepal. You may have to bring some of the things from your country. It is good to prepare early. If your needs are unique, it’ll be better if you bring those stuff to your country.
Have proper immunization for the trek
It’s better to get immunized against malaria and/or some other diseases with proper doctor consultation. A physical test is also recommended before heading on to the trek. It is better to be cautious about any health hazards one may face during the trekking journey. Immunization against Tetanus, Hepatitis, Malaria, Typhoid, Rabies, etc, is recommended before you head on to the journey.
We are no physical consultants. Please consult a licensed medical person if you need to.
Everest Base Camp Trek Preparations FAQs
Will I be able to do Everest Base Camp Trek?
With proper preparation, everyone can do the trek. If you have previous experience trekking in Nepal, it’ll be easy for you. If you are a beginner, chances are it’ll be difficult for you and you may have to train yourself for physical fitness. You will be walking for around 80 miles for the trek so you will need to be in good condition. Pre-inform the trek operator to match your itinerary with your body and experience. Almost everyone has completed the trek but we can not ignore safety.
How do I prepare myself for Everest Base Camp Trek?
Preparing yourself for Everest Base Camp Trek involves planning both mentally and physically. EBC Trek is not hard but you have to keep up your endurance and stamina to complete the trek without much difficulty. Having prior trekking and hiking experience will help you on this trek.
What type of training plan is needed for Everest Base Camp Trek?
Training can vary as stamina, endurance and physical fitness are all equally necessary for the trek. Anything that helps in those aspects will work including aerobics, cycling, cardio, lifting weights and swimming. If you can, you may also do short hikes for a few days to keep your body in shape.
Do I need prior trekking experience for the Everest Base Camp Trek?
No, you do not need it but having prior experience will certainly help you in Everest Base Camp Trek. Many beginners have completed this trek without much difficulty. If you are experienced walking in the hills and mountains (3000m or higher altitudes on uneven terrains) for 5-6 hours a day with a backpack, you should have no problem reaching the Everest Base Camp.
Why should I care about acclimatizing on EBC Trek?
Acclimatizing is done to help your body adapt to higher altitude areas. If the altitude changes within a day in the trek is considerably high, your body might have problems adapting to less oxygen in the air. It is recommended that you do not cross more than 600 meters in a single day. The itinerary of your trek should be designed to not gain more than 600m elevations and acclimatize when necessary.
What clothing is recommended for Everest Base Camp Trek?
We usually recommend 3 layers of clothing. The base layer of sweat-proof clothes, the middle layer to keep yourself warm (woollen jackets, trousers, sweaters, hoodies) and the outer layer to protect yourself from rain, snow and cold (waterproof/windproof trousers and jackets). Most people use layered clothing. It’s easy to add/remove extra layers if the weather is cold/warm.
What food should I bring?
You will get plenty of places in the trekking route so only bring those absolutely necessary. Chocolates, energy bars and dry fruits are good as they work as energizers and are good nutrient providers. You can also bring those you’d love to eat while you are on the trek.
What type of terrain will I be walking on?
You will be walking on all kinds of terrains. The Everest Base Camp Trekking route goes through hills, villages, forests, streams, suspension bridges and mountains.
Do I need hiking boots for Everest Base Camp Trek?
Yes, hiking boots are a necessity. Also, if possible wear them before to check if they are good to go as you will be wearing them for around 10 days in the mountains. And, believe me! The last thing you would want is to get your footwear uncomfortable or slippery. Good grips are necessary especially in winter and summer.
How fast am I supposed to walk?
Pace matters a lot while you are trekking to Everest base camp. You are required to walk neither too slow nor too fast during the trek. The quote ‘Slow and steady wins the race is absolutely applicable here. Avoid walking alone and mostly, you will walk with your group/guide/porter as it is a requirement to be too slow.
Summary: How to Prepare for Everest Base Camp Trek?
Try to make your backpack as small as possible
Bring lightweight footwear
Don’t bring too many snacks
Choose an experienced and licensed guide
Ensure your trekking agency has insured your trekking agency has pre-booked your stays
Keep yourself updated on the weather
Plan for a few extra days.
Be clear on what services are included or excluded from your package.
Carry your necessities.
Cardio and Physical Training before the Trek
Have proper immunization for the trek
Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the best heart-throbbing adventures of all time but trekking to the base camp of the highest mountain requires proper plans and preparations. People might say not much preparation and physical training are necessary or otherwise but you are the one who decides if you need those. Some people go to the gym and are athletes, so they would not require as much training. Yes, some people did not think training is necessary but not all people are the same. Also, training is good to keep yourself on the safe side.
We hope this article helped you with How to prepare for Everest Base Camp Trek. Also, read our even Rapid Everest Base Camp Trek Complete Guide. Share if you think it’s helpful and inquire us if you have any questions.
