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The majesty and grandeur of Mount Everst holds a unique appeal for adventure seekers, who visit Nepal in large numbers to conquer this tallest peak on Earth. However, shadowed by this great mountain lies another enthralling trekking train known as Everest Base Camp Trek, which also attracts adventure seekers in large numbers.
The trekking trail which is considered to be relatively difficult as compared to other Himalayan treks, takes the participants up to a height of 5555m or 18225 ft. The participants cover a total distance of 136kms in 16 days. The trek commences at Lulka in Nepal and as the trekkers ascend the trail they get to enjoy the beautiful views that flourish at the base of the world’s tallest peak.
This trekking trip proves to be unique for the participants in more than one ways. It brings them in close proximity of Mount Everest, scouring which is the dream of every trekker. It also provides them into the rich and mesmerizing Sherpa culture as the trail besides offering them a glimpse of the famous Namche Bazaar. The trekkers also get an opportunity to explore the beautiful Thyangboche Monastery and Kala Pathar both of which form a major attraction of the trekking trail.
In terms of thrill and adventure, the trek proves to be extremely satisfying. The rugged mountain terrain that the trekkers pass over provides them with ample challenges to quench their thirst for adventure. At the same time they get just a minor feel of the kind of challenges that they would have to face in case they decide to trek up to the peak of Mount Everest. The trek proves both educational and inspirational for most participants.
Maximum Altitude : 5555 meters/18225 ft
Itinerary
Day 01 - Arrive at Kathmandu Airport (1330 meters)
Day 2 : Flight : Kathmandu to Lukla (2,850 m); Trek: Lukla to Phakding (2,640 m) - 9 km
Day 3 : Lukla to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) - 12 km
Day 4 : Acclimatisation at Namche Bazaar. Acclimatisation Hike to Everest View Point (3,860 m)
Day 5 : Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,860 m) - 10 km
Day 6 : Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410 m) - 12 km
Day 7 : Acclimatisation at Dingboche.
Day 8 : Dingboche to Lobuche (4,930 m) - 12 km
Day 9 : Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,160 m) via Everest Base Camp (5,410 m) - 15 km
Day 10 : Gorakshep to Pheriche (4,215 m) via Kalapatthar (5,545 m) - 13 km
Day 11 : Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) - 22 km
Day 12 : Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,850 m) - 15 km
Day 13 : Flight : Lukla to Kathmandu (1,330 m)
Day 14 : Departure from Kathmandu
