Everest Base Camp Trek Package

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Everest Base Camp Trek Package is one of the most popular trekking destinations in Nepal. Every year more than 25,000 trekkers visit the infamous Everest Base Camp. One of the great trekking trails in the Everest Region and the amazing mountainscape of the Everest Base Camp Trek allure tourists. For this, there are various Everest Base Camp Trek packages allowing you to explore and experience the Everest Region in different ways.

When you are planning, you will stumble upon different Everest Trekking Packages, and deciding is never easy. But it all comes down to your needs and what you really want. So, to make it easier for you, this post will help you know your needs and choose the best from Everest Base Camp Trek Package. Let’s head on to it right away.

Regular Everest Base Camp Trek Package with Standard Itinerary and Routes
The itineraries are also not much different from the regular ones provided by various trekking agencies. The trip usually lasts up to 15 days. Standard EBC Trek Package with normal route starts after you land in Lukla, then head to Phakding. You usually rest a day after reaching each destination.

After Phakding, comes Namche Bazaar, the popular small town which is the staging point for trekking and mountaineering expeditions. The other resting places include Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Gorakshep. The final destination is the Everest Base Camp and for the panoramic of Everest, you hike to the Kala Patthar. After that, you return, retracing the trail back to Lukla.

Mt Everest Base Camp Trekking Package Options
Everest Trekking Package Options include standard trek, luxury trek, budget/short trek, adventurous trek options or the EBC Heli tour. You can also choose the trek depending on the duration and availability in different seasons (weather). The more the number of days the more the cost is going to be and vice versa. You can also choose the trek in terms of difficulty and service quality. Some trails may be more offbeat than the regular routes. The accommodation may not be as favourable as the ones on the normal routes.

Everest Base Camp Trek View
Trekking Needs of Travelers for EBC Trek As a traveller, you may have different kinds of needs and expectations. For trekking to be successful, ultimately, it must satisfy you. And some people might have a hard time figuring out what their expectations might be. You should ask yourself these questions:

What sort of difficulty can you handle? How many days will you be staying in Nepal? Have you had any prior trekking experience? Do you need A-class accommodation and services?

Are you on a budget? Are you travelling alone or in groups?

The above questions will help answer your trekking needs and help you decide on which Everest Trekking Package to choose.

Solo Travellers
If you are a solo traveller and wish to travel to EBC, you will need information more than anything for proper planning. The regular route is quite easy to navigate and thus not so difficult to trek on your own. Travelling solo can reduce your Everest Base Camp Trek costs if you are within your budget and requirement. However, if it is your first time stepping foot in the Everest Region, then hiring a guide is recommended. Travelling solo means you have to take care of all the necessary arrangements including the permits and charges of the national parks.

Here is the list of EBC trekking packages:

Everest Base Camp Luxury Lodges Trek
Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek is designed for travellers seeking luxury. The trek takes 12 days to complete. The trekking package offers luxurious amenities from day one of your stay in Kathmandu. You will be staying at fine hotels with quality dining in Kathmandu and also during the trek. The diverse landscape of the Khumbu region can be experienced with first-class service and hospitality. The luxury trek will provide you with the most pleasurable and wonderful experience in the mountains.

Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek
Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the longest Everest Base Camp Trek packages. This is also known as the classic EBC Trek route, which involves driving to Jiri. Jiri is also known as the Switzerland of Nepal because of its immense beautiful hills and valley. You start the trek after you reach Sete. The route then follows through less travelled places such as Junbesi, Lamjura-la, Nunthala, Bupsa Danda and others. After crossing these, you will finally reach Phakding and carry on the normal route to the Everest Base Camp.

Rapid or Short Everest Base Camp Trek
Short Everest Base Trek involves the same trail but at a more rapid pace. This trek is for those trekkers who have less time for the trek. This trek also falls under the budget trek as the duration of trek only lasts 12 days which breaks down the cost. There is less time for acclimatization, so the good physical condition may be a requirement for this trek. The accommodation can be arranged according to your needs. The trek can also be customized to complete in fewer days.

Gokyo Lakes and Everest Base Camp Trek
The scenic view of the Gokyo valley, lakes and Cho la pass add to the beauty of the trek. It is one of the famous EBC Trek packages. The trek includes heavenly places such as Gokyo valley, Gokyo lakes, and Cho la pass with regular EBC Trek to add up to the adventure. The routes are normally less crowded than the regular route. It is a peaceful experience crossing the dry and rocky ridges. The trek provides the unique blissful scenery of the beautiful mountains.

Three High Passes with Everest Base Camp Trek
This trek combines the three high passes, Cho la, Kongma and Renjo la passes with the Everest Base Camp Trek. It is a challenging trek, so it requires you to be physically fit. Three High Passes Trek offers you the complete trekking experience as it leads you to the hidden valleys and villages. It takes 20 days to get through the pristine environment and wilderness.

Everest Base Camp Trek with Island Peak Climbing
Island Peak Climb with Everest Base Camp Trek is for those who want the extra adventure to get added to their trekking. Trekking can be a soulful experience and make it more enticing while Island Peak Climb is a bonus. Island peak (6,189m) is situated in the Chukkung valley which is a 6 hours trek from Kalapatthar. The entire trek and climbing expedition takes around 19 days to complete and can be extended too.

Lobuche Peak Climb with EBC Trek Package
Lobuche Peak (6,119m) is one of the famous peaks climbs that climbers love to conquer. After completing the typical base camp route, the climb starts after you head towards Lobuche Peak Climb with Everest Base Camp Trek involves a total of 19 days including acclimatization and proper rest.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Package
The helicopter ride to Everest Base Camp is for those who have very limited time or don’t want a long trekking journey. It is a one-day tour and lasts for 4 or 5 hours. It’s a whole new experience, viewing the closeup of the world’s highest mountains through transparent glass. The helicopter tour is more of a scenic tour. The stops can also be arranged accordingly for scenic views and cultural insights.

Choosing the right package can be difficult especially if you are on your first trekking journey to Nepal. I hope this guide helps you and if you’ve any questions, comment below.

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