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Why Everest Base Camp Trek is considered as a popular trip to Mount Everest?

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By Nepal Trek Adventures & Expedition Pvt. LtdPublished about a year ago 6 min read
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Heli tour to Everest Base Camp; Helicopter Landing at Kalapatthar

Journey to top of the world begins with footsteps in heavenly and diverse landscape of Nepal's Everest region.

Everest region also known as Khumbu or Sagarmatha National Park of Nepal attracts so many visitors yearly, due to its unique combination of stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and opportunities for challenging adventure. The region is home to Mount Everest, the tallest mountain in the world, which attracts mountaineers, trekkers, researchers and adventure enthusiasts from all over the globe. Himalayas offer breathtaking vistas and a rugged, remote landscape that is unlike anywhere else in the world.

Khumbu region is home to Sherpa people, who have a rich and unique cultural heritage, including their own language, religion, and traditions.

Due to its natural beauty, the region offers opportunities for cultural immersion, including visits to traditional villages and monasteries, and interaction with the friendly and hospitable Sherpa people.

Sagarmatha National Park offers a range of outdoor activities, from trekking, adventurous heli tour in Nepal, making it a hub for adventure travel with its combination of natural beauty, cultural richness, and adventure opportunities.

Photo By Bijay Chaurasia: Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

No wonder, Everest region of Nepal continues to be one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world.

Popular Trek & Tour Packages to Experience the Beauty of Mount Everest.

Discover the beauty and adventure of the world's highest peak, as you delve into the most popular travel packages in Everest region of Nepal.

Everest region of Nepal is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, attracting thousands of visitors every year. With its combination of dazzling natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and opportunities for adventure and challenge. Everest region offer a range of experiences, from easy treks to challenging climbs. It allow visitors to explore the best that the region has to offer.

Photo By Bijay ChaurasiaBest View Point Kala Patthar during Helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp

Everest Base camp trek itself is so popular that you are able to find different trekking and touring packages. In terms of time and duration, there are several packages to reach Everest base camp like you can explore it in one day with Heli tour to Everest base camp. Normally, it is called as Everest base camp helicopter tour or Everest Helicopter Tour which offers you an opportunity to explore its aerial view, landing opportunity, Breakfast at Hotel Everest View. Helicopter Tour to Everest base camp is best package for those who wants to See Mount Everest but unable to do due to lack of time, physical capability or any other reasons. Cost of Heli tour to Everest base camp is USD 995 for group joining tour. Private Everest base camp helicopter tour is also available, its cost varies depending upon the plan and itinerary of your trip, you can contact us for customizable Everest base camp helicopter tour.

Even there are several packages available just to explore, trek or Hike to Everest Base Camp in a series of 1 to 25 days and plus. Pick the best number of days, hit to Everest. Nepal Trek Adventures have several packages like Everest base camp helicopter return trek, which is one-way uphill trek to Everest Base camp and back in Helicopter to Kathmandu. Everest base camp trek and return by helicopter is 9-days trek to Everest base camp like as Classic Everest base camp trek 14 days in total.

Photo By Bijay Chaurasia during Heli tour to Everest Base Camp

This package is also to do in 7 days which is known as Everest Base Camp Short Trek.

Likewise, there’s another interesting trek Package which is Everest base camp 5 days Trek, as already mention in its name, it is 4-day trek all the way up to Syangboche or Hotel Everest View. On 5th day, helicopter will pick u from nearest helipad and take you to Everest base camp and back to Kathmandu. This Everest Base Camp 5 Days Trek package is a good choice, if you have less time or want to skip hardest part due to health condition or any othe reason.

There are several other Trekking Tour Packages to or from Everest base camp, designed and successfully summit several 1000 times.

Other Popular Treks in Everest Region of Nepal.

Gokyo Valley Trek is another popular for an experience, taking visitors to the glistening Gokyo Lakes. It is also known as Gokyo Lake Trek which offers different perspectives of Himalayan peaks, including Mount Everest. Main attraction is Gokyo Ri which is situated at 5483m, provide panoramic view of Everest Region.

Gokyo Lake trek is a bit challenging than Classic Everest Base Camp Trek, still accessible to professional trekkers. Due to high numbers of days in altitude, it requires proper training and good level of fitness.

And now it's time for those seeking a more challenging experience, Everest Three Passes Trek is an excellent option. It is also known as Three Passes Trek. Everest Three passes trek takes visitors over three high mountain passes and offers some of the most stunning vistas in the region. It is a physically demanding trek and requires a good level of fitness and preparation.

View during Gokyo Lake Trek

Everest Three Passes Trek is a challenging trek in the Nepal Himalayas that takes trekkers through three high passes - Kongma La Pass (5,535m/18,159ft), Cho La Pass (5,420m/17,782ft), and Renjo La Pass (5,340m/17,520ft) - offering stunning views of the world's highest peaks, including Mount Everest. The trek also passes through traditional Sherpa villages, forests, and valleys, providing a unique cultural experience.

Regular Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary

Regular itinerary of Everest Base Camp Trek 14 day from Kathmandu to Kathmandu:

It is a standard itinerary best fit for all kinds of travelers, but in case you have to modify of plan your Everest trip in your own way, Nepal Trek Adventures is always ready to provide you customizable itinerary depending upon you travel plan and Schedule.

  • Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel
  • Day 2: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2,840m) and trek to Phakding (2,652m)
  • Day 3: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m)
  • Day 4: Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar
  • Day 5: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,867m)
  • Day 6: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m)
  • Day 7: Acclimatization day in Dingboche
  • Day 8: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4,910m)
  • Day 9: Trek from Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5,170m) and visit to Everest Base Camp (5,364m)
  • Day 10: Hike to Kalapatthar (5,545m) and return to Gorak Shep
  • Day 11: Trek from Gorak Shep to Pheriche (4,371m)
  • Day 12: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
  • Day 13: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla and fly back to Kathmandu
  • Day 14: Departure Day

Everest Base Camp Trek Cost

Everest Base Camp Trek cost can vary depending on several factors, including the length of the trip, the level of service desired, and the time of year. On average, a typical 14-day Everest Base Camp Trek can cost anywhere from USD 1,500 to USD 3,500 per person, excluding airfare to and from Kathmandu.

Here are some of the expenses that make up the total cost of the trek:

  • Flight tickets to and from Lukla: approximately USD 500
  • Accommodation ranges from USD 15 to USD 30 per night for a basic trekker's lodge or tent
  • Meals: from USD 10 to USD 20 per day for three meals a day
  • Permits: The Sagarmatha National Park Permit (USD 30) and the TIMS card (USD 20) are mandatory
  • Transportation: costs for transportation to and from the trailhead, as well as any internal transportation costs
  • Travel insurance: It is highly recommended to purchase comprehensive travel insurance before the trip
  • Guide and Porter service: from USD 25 to USD 100 per day
  • Personal expenses such as souvenirs, snacks, and additional drinks

Everest Base Camp Trek Cost offered by Nepal Trek Adventures is USD 1390 for Group Joining. Everest base camp trek group Joining is a type of trekking in which cost is calculated on the basis of number of pax.

Note: Always check the updated price in the Everest Base Camp Trek Package.

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