Trek Accommodation
While talking about the accommodation factor, the teahouses are used for getting rest and spending the nights. These teahouses are considered normal hotels and lodges in the Himalayan region of Nepal.
The best Everest base camp trek teahouses are facilitated with everything in the lower elevation. You can get a private bedroom as well with an attached bathroom. Free Wi-Fi, charging as well as hot water. Verities of food can also be found in the lower altitude lodges.
On the other hand, you can expect a teahouse with few facilities at a higher elevation. This trek provides a shared room with a shared traditional toilet in high-altitude places. You may get limited seasonal foods only. And the most important thing is you need par for Wi-Fi and mobile charging. Showering with hot water also takes a little amount of cost.
Best Season
Mt. Everest trekking is possible all the time throughout the year because every day has its own uniqueness and specialty. However, spring and autumn are considered the best time of the year to trek to the Everest base camp.
The former season includes the months like September, October, and November. On the other hand, the latter contains March, April, and May.
During these months, the weather remains stable. So, you can focus your concentration only on your trekking. You do not need to be worried about the weather condition of the trekking region.
Due to the clear sky and sunny days, the mountain views look crystal clear during these seasons. The pleasant weather adds extra charm to your trekking to the campground of Mt. Everest.
Though Everest trekking in winter and Monsoon is also possible, you may feel bored for some time because of the continuous cold and rainfall respectively. But you can make a plan during these times as well if you are a cold and rain lover.
In summing up, every season has its own distinct features. So, a traveler must make a plan for the Mt. Everest trek on the date that suits their personality. And the environment assists you to enjoy your time most thoroughly.
EBC Trek Distance
The total distance from Lukla to the foothills of Mt. Everest is 62 kilometers. It means 124 km for going up the foothills of Mt. Everest and coming back to Lukla after finishing the trekking.
More importantly, you have to finish this entire trekking within 12 days. But we are flexible, so you can make your itineraries yourself if you want to cut off or add the days to the itinerary, crafted by Rising Adventure.
This 12 days Everest base camp trek itinerary includes two days of rest for proper acclimatization. Because if you are not well acclimatized, you may be suffered from high altitude sickness. And you have to cross the 5000 meters elevation above sea level. Therefore, we have designed the EBC trek itinerary concerning these factors.
However, Rising Adventure can customize the itineraries as per your requirements. So, please be known of the Everest base camp trek distance before preparing your personal itineraries.
Everest Base Camp Trek Route
The route of the Mt. Everest trek includes different places in the Khumbu region. Normally, EBC trekking begins from Lukla. It is a small place where the airport is located. But Jiri is another Everest trekking starting place in the previous period before the establishment of Lukla Airport.
Another beautiful place, known as Phaking also comes under the EBC trek route. Namche Bazaar is a small town in the Everest region. This place is facilitated with various things like in city areas. Most of the Khumbu region residents do shopping at this place.
Dingboche, Tengboche, Gorakshep, Pheriche, and Lobuche are the accommodation places during the trek.
Besides, Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar are the primary viewpoints for seeing the mountain panoramas only, but not for spending a night. It means these place also lies on the Everest trek route. And they are the final destinations of the EBC trek.
Everest Base Camp Trek Cost
How much money does it cost to trek to the Everest foothills?
This is a common question that arouses in the mind of every Everest trekker.
But there are some factors that affect the cost of the Everest trek. They are;
Accommodation Cost
This is one of the factors that affects directly the Everest trek cost in 2023. There are lots of tea houses ranging from low to high prices depending on the facilities. A room with an attached bathroom, free hot showering, free electric charging, Wi-Fi, and other amenities like in the cities. A hotel with such facilities can be found in the lower elevation while it may not be in higher altitude places.
A room with basic facilities like a single bed, blanket, pillow, shared toilet, and a dining hall is found in the upper areas of the Everest region. For a hot water bath, electric charging, and the internet, you need to pay little amount. It may be 200 to 600 Nepali rupees.
Similarly, your preference for single or twin-sharing accommodation influences the trekking cost. It means if you share a room with another, the cost would be cheaper.
Besides, the accommodation cost for trekking to Mt. Everest varies from one place to another. It raises as your trail goes towards the higher elevated places.
Tentatively, you can be prepared with USD 3 for single and USD 5 for twin beds in the lower altitude areas. On the other hand, almost USD 10 would cost in the upper altitude zones. While accommodation cost in Lobuche is fixed. It is USD 7 per room on twin sharing basis.
Food Cost
Food is another affecting factor for EBC trek cost. The cost of food varies from one hotel to another. The price raises as you climb to the higher elevation places. Besides, it depends on how many items you want and how much you will eat.
Normally, you need to be prepared with almost USD 30 to 40 per day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner including water. The cost for one liter of bottled water ranges from USD 1 to USD 4 from lower to higher elevations. But we recommend taking a water purifier. That may save you money up to USD 50.
Normally, Dal (lentil), Bhat (rice), and tarkari (curry) with pickles are the basic Nepalese food. This item can be found in every tea house, but the curry may be served with seasonal vegetables differently. The varieties of Western, Chinese, and Asian foods are listed on the menus of the Everest region. But the price varies.
Similarly, if you like to eat Nepalese food, you can have as much as you can for a one-time payment. But if you order other items, the food will serve on a plate basis. You need to pay more amount if you want more plates.
EBC Trek Permit Cost
You need to buy two kinds of permits to join the trekking to Mt. Everest. They are entrance permits for Sagarmatha National Park and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality.
It costs USD 20 per person for entering the former park and USD 30 per person to go to the latter place. This cost is inclusive of 13% VAT. Similarly, you can buy it for the first place in Lukla or Monjo while for the second one, you can purchase the permit in Kathmandu or Monjo.
Before 2020, a Trekkers’ Information Management (TIMs) Card is needed to purchase in place of the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entrance permit.
Guide Cost
The trekking to the base camp of Mt. Everest is affected especially from where you will hire a guide. If you take her/him from Kathmandu, you need to pay for his/her flight ticket charge from Kathmandu to Lukla and return. If you hire from Lukla, you can save the flight ticket amount.
Besides, a guide is a person who is familiar with the destination and knows well about every route and spot. He can manage everything that needs during trekking. He arranges food and accommodation for you and introduces you to every step of the journey.
So, the salary of a guide is USD 25 per day in the Everest region.
At last, tipping is not mandatory in Nepal. But tipping a guide and a porter is a worthwhile activity.
Porter Cost
A porter is a strong and friendly man who carries the heavy loads of every traveler. He is very helpful especially while walking at higher elevations, a difficult part of every trekking destination.
USD 20 is the exact porter cost per day for the EBC trek. He can carry up to 20 Kg. Normally in every trekking, a porter is used for two travelers. If you hire him for Lukla, you do not need to buy his flight ticket to Lukla from Kathmandu and return.
EBC Trek Equipment Cost
The trek equipment cost also affects the overall trek cost. But the price for trekking equipment depends on the gear that you hire. Such as trekking boots, sleeping bags, thermal clothing, waterproof jacket, trekking pole, down jackets, and other things that you may not have.
So, the equipment cost depends on the things that you hire. Approximately USD 200 may be useful to estimate for Everest base camp trekking gear.
Kathmandu Lukla Flight Price
The Lukla flight cost is also an influencing element for the price of the Mt. Everest trek. If you have a spare day, you can join this trek from Jiri as well. You can go there from Kathmandu by roadway. That would be a cheaper activity.
Otherwise, the Lukla flight from Kathmandu and return cost almost USD 360 per person in total. And it would cost USD 110 per Nepali person for both ways.
VAT Cost
The VAT means a value-added tax in its full form. It is a consumption tax assessed on the value added in each production stage of a good and service. 13% VAT is a legal charge added to every service by Nepal Government.
So, the Everest base camp trek package cost is also added by 13% vat.
Nepal Visa Cost
Nepal visa fee is another affecting factor in trekking costs in Nepal. Generally, Nepal provides an on-arrival visa. You can get it at Tribhuwan International Airport after you arrive in Nepal. But the Indian visitors do not need to buy a Nepal visa.
The Nepal Visa cost is following;
USD 30 for 15 days
USD 50 for 30 days
USD 125 for 90 days
This is a multiple-entry visa fee. Please, visit this link for more information.
Please, do not get surprised about the Mt. Everest trek package cost that we are offering. It is neither a high nor a low price. But we strongly advise you never to compromise the budget for getting an extraordinary experience throughout your lifetime.
There are uncountable trekking companies in the world, offering different price ranges for the same trekking package in order to fulfill the expectation of their clients.
Regarding the Everest base camp trek cost as proposed by Rising Adventure, it is a reasonable trip cost. This cost covers every expectation of our valued customers.
There are both low-budget and high-budget Everest trekking packages offered by different companies. Though, all of them are operating the trekking in their own way. We suggest you do not choose these types of trekking companies because the low-budget trekking operators do not fulfill every requirement of the client, though, they promise. While the high-budget operators fulfill each and every demand of their guests but charge unnecessarily for earning lots of profit beyond the rules and regulations of the Nepal government.
In the same way, the cheaper companies use substandard inexperienced guides who are not trained properly. Because these companies operate the occasional trekking packages only and do not have permanent employees. Such guides do not have the proper knowledge of safety measures for trekking in the higher elevation of Nepal. They even cannot manage the high-altitude sickness problem if it occurs to any of the clients. Due to the irregular services and irresponsible trekking activities, the client faces lots of hindrances. The porter right may also be exploited by these trekking agencies. As a result, the success rate of trekking would be lower.
On the other hand, high-budget trekking companies provide everything to their clients as per their requirements. But, you will be charged unnecessarily. They calculate lots of margins.
There are other non-local trekking operators who also charge expensive amounts. They collect the trekkers and send them to Nepal by contacting local companies like Rising Adventure. They work like a mediator and earn lots.
But, Rising Adventure is a local trekking company in Nepal. We are available 24/7. You can contact us directly so that you can save the money that would be taken by the mediator. We also assure you that all of our crew members are well-trained. Everyone is from the Himalayan region of Nepal. They are first-aid trainers as well. They are certified first-aid trainers and can apply safety measures in case of emergency in higher altitude places. As the owner of the company, we always get in touch with our guides and clients. We even arrange Helicopter rescue if any unavoidable circumstances related to their health happen. But the rescue charge must be covered by the travel insurance of our valued customers.
Moreover, we would like to recommend you not to trust the low-budget company and not waste your money by buying expensive travel packages. There are lots of local trekking agencies in Nepal, that are reliable and trustworthy. Their pricing range would also be reasonable and negotiable.
EBC Trek Difficulty
The difficulty level question arises in the mind of every Everest trekker and it is good thinking. It is moderate trekking. No, technical walking is required. So, this trek is preferable for all age groups.
If you are fit and fine both mentally and physically, it would not be harder for you. But if you do not exercise regularly and do not fit physically and mentally, it would be a hard one.
It would be helpful if you have previous hiking experience as well. But you do not need to be worried because a non-experienced trekker can also do the Everest trek.
Only a daily exercise like a morning walk is very supportive for completing the entire trek to the foothills of the world’s tallest mountain.
All the guides and porters of Rising Adventure are excellent physically and mentally. They are strong enough. But sometimes, they also face difficulties during trekking to EBC due to the lack of proper acclimatization.
Therefore, Rising Adventure strongly suggests the trekker be well acclimatized for avoiding the Everest trek difficulty.
However, you do not need to be worried about how hard is it to trek to the foothills of Mt. Everest. Our strong and experienced guide will handle everything. We may also charter the helicopter if you need it.
Our Everest base camp trek itinerary is created concerning those acclimatization issues.
Overall, the Mt. Everest trekking trail is not too strenuous. So, too much physical fitness is not required. A normal man with almost 2-3 hours per day of regular walking can complete the entire trek to Mt. Everest.
We also operate an Everest base camp Helicopter tour with landing at Kalapatthar. It is one day tour more than the Everest base camp luxury trek. This tour is preferable for avoiding hindrances that occur during the trekking period.
Everest Base Camp Trek without a flight to Lukla
The trek to Mt. Everest without a flight to Lukla is also accessible. It is called a Jiri to Everest base camp trek. Jiri is the trekking starting point. This place was used for the EBC trek in the previous years before the establishment of Lukla Airport. However, lots of trekkers join this trail nowadays as well for experiencing the traditional route.
This is a long day of trekking. So, the Everest trekking from Jiri is suitable for those travelers who have a long vacation and a strong desire to spend their days in the Nepal Himalayas. It adds 5 days more to finish the entire Everest trekking if you come back to Kathmandu by flight. Otherwise, it needs more days.
So, trekking to the foothills of Everest from Jiri is a perfect trekking package. It explores the entire Sherpa Highlands and also experiences scenic flights within a single itinerary.
Trek Elevation
The trekking elevation of Mt. Everest is neither too much higher nor lower. 5,644.5 meters at Kalapatthar is the highest Everest base camp trek elevation. On the other hand, 2,610 meters at Phading is the lowest trek altitude.
The EBC trek elevation details;
- Lukla (2800m)
- Phakding (2610m)
- Namche Bazaar (3,438m)
- Tengboche(3,870m)
- Dingboche (4,360m)
- Lobuche (4,920m)
- Gorak Shep (5,170m)
- Everest Base Camp (5,364m)
- Kala Patthar (5,644.5m)
- Pheriche (4,288m)
Tengboche Monastery
A Tengboche Monastery is the largest Tibetan monastery in the Khumbu region. It lies in the eastern part of Nepal, along the way to the Mount Everest trek. This monastery is also a prime attraction for EBC trekking.
From Tengboche Monastery too, you can see very nice views of Mt. Everest, and other neighboring peaks.
It is a beautiful monastery with rich culture and tradition of mountain people. A colorful and popular festival, Mani Rimdu is celebrated every year at this Tengboche Monastery. It is celebrated in the lunar month of the Tibetan Calendar.
During this occasion, most of the Sherpa come to take part in this festival. You can see the people in their traditional dresses with masks and performing their cultural dances and other works relating to Buddhism.
Key attractions of the EBC trek
- Mt. Everest Views
- Mt. Everest view is the major attraction of Everest trekking. It is the tallest mountain in the world. It is situated 8848.86 m above sea level. The trek is accomplished by the farther and nearer Mt. Everest Panoramas. It looks very beautiful.
- Mountains over 8000 meters except for Mt. Everest
- Except for Mt. Everest, the Everest base camp trek offers other mountain views as well. They are situated over 8000 meters above level. They come under the taller mountains in the universe.
- Mt. Lhotse is the fourth tallest mountain in the world, while Mt. Cho Oyu is the sixth. Its elevations are 8,516 and 8,188 meters respectively. Similarly, Nuptse, Chagtse, and Pumori are other mountains over 7000 meters above sea level.
EBC Trek equipment lists
Typically, No technical equipment is needed for the Everest trek. But you should have some technical clothing from head to toe. You can buy or hire such clothes for completing the packing list before the trekking starts.
EBC Trek Clothing lists
Basically, the trekking clothes depend on the season. If it is winter, you must pack warmer dresses. If you are trekking in the monsoon, the packing should include rainproof clothes. If it is summer, you can have light less warm clothes.
Trekking footwear
- Hiking Boots
- Trekking Boots
- Gaiters
- Hiking Socks
- Warm Thermal Socks
Body clothing
- Inner body and leg Thermal
- Outer Warmer Jacket
- Base layer Jacket
- Waterproof Rain Jacket and Trousers
- Down Jacket
- Windproof jacket and pant
- Fleece type Jacket
- Trekking Shirts
- Sports Underwear
Headwears
- Sun Hat
- Warm Beanie
- Warm Scarf
Trekking Gloves
- Inner windproof Thermal gloves
- Outer Gloves
Other trekking gears
- Trekking Bag
- Duffel Bag
- Light Day Bag
- Small Waist Money Purse
- Sleeping Bag (optional)
- Trekking Poles
- Headlight
- Sunglasses
- Water Bottle
- Towel
- Toilet Papers
- Waterproof Bag Cover
- Lock for Bags
- Lip Gloss
- Sunscreen
Everest Base Camp Trek for beginners
Our EBC trekking package is also perfect for beginner trekkers as well. We have designed it in such a way that a novice trekker can easily complete the trekking.
All our trained and certified guides assist you during trekking. They make your dream come true.
We assure you that you will reach the base of the world’s highest mountain and return safely. We are always in contact with you during the trekking period. So, you can get instant help if you need it.
We also customize the private Everest base camp trip. If you wish, we can customize this too as per your required itineraries.
Please, read other Everest Base Camp Trek FAQs as well.
