Everest Base Camp Trek aka EBC Trek is one of the renowned trekking destinations in Nepal. It’s an amazing journey to the base camp of the world’s highest point Mt. Everest 8848.86m. The height of the base camp of Mt. Everest is 5364m, nevertheless, trekking to the base camp is not an easy chore. It requires mental, physical, emotional, and financially suitable. So if you are weak in any part of this you can not accomplish the Everest Base Camp Trek. 

EBC trek will offer mind-blowing views of the world’s elevated mountains such as Everest,  Lothse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu. Not only these giant peaks but also other beautiful mountains Amadablam, Pumori, Nuptse, and many more. Also, the surprising landscapes, alpine forests, and wild animals are the natural attraction of this trek. The culture and tradition of the Sherpa society are other facts that count as beauty to this trip. 

The EBC Trek itinerary gets underway with a scary flight to Lukla airport (The Tenzing Hillary Airport). Lukla Airport is widespread as one of the most dangerous airports in the world. The hike to Namche Bazar, Tangboche, Dingboche, Gorekshep, Kalapatter, and the ultimate destination Everest Base Camp. Then follow back the same way via Pheriche village to Lukla and fly back to Kathmandu. 

Outline itinerary of EBC Trek 

This itinerary can extend to other parts of the region like Gokyo Lake, Chhukung, and Thame. When you connect the EBC trek with other regions it will be like Everest Three Pass Trek, Chola Pass Trek, and Renjola Pass Trek. And flight can be directly from Kathmandu to Lukla or Manthali to Lukla and vice versa, especially during the peak season. 

Why this expedition is very favored? 

Various factors consider this trek is very popular among mountain and hiking enthusiasts. To point out those elements which make this trekking area very popular are 

1. World-class trekking route 

Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the world-class treks. This trek has all the features that require to be the best trekking trail. Here are the best hiking trails, proper guest houses, good food, and perfect views of the surroundings. Each day around 5 to 6 hours of walking. Even the world’s best travel magazine lists the Everest Base Camp Trek as the best travel destination in the world. 

2: To fly to Lukla airport 

The Lukla airport is known as the most dangerous airport in the world. It has a very short runway and sloppy up to land and sloppy down to take off. And need to fly between two enormous mountains. Till now there are many plane accidents occurred and many casualties as well. There when someone plans to do EBC Trek. The first thing that comes to their mind is the Lukla Airport. 

3: Panoramic mountain view 

The reason why you should do Everest Base Camp Trek once in your lifetime is it offers a panoramic mountain view. Including Everest, Lothse, Nuptse, Amadablam, Thamserku, Cholothse, Pumori, and many more. Because of that mountain view, this trek is a very very popular trek in Nepal. 

4: Best food and accommodation 

In the Everest region, there are very good hotels, lodges, and guest houses. And those places not only offer the best stays they will deliver the best food for the trekkers. Compare this to another popular trekking region in Nepal. So the Khumbu region is best for all who want to explore. 

5: Typical Sherpa villages 

Solukhumbu is the Kingdom of the Sherpa community, which is why the Sherpa culture and tradition are the pinnacles. They have their own unique culture, costume, and outlook. That is why the villages in the Khumbu region is very extraordinary to see.  

Places do not miss while doing EBC Trek

There are many places that you must visit while you do Everest Trek. Because it’s incredible to see those places to understand the value of doing this trek. Visiting those places will add extra unforgettable memory from holidays in Nepal. The list of the places you don’t miss while doing Everest Base Camp Trekking. 

1: Namche Bazar 

Namche Bazar is one of the biggest villages in the Everest region. It looks like Thamel of Kathmandu. There is everything you can get, Hotels, Restaurants, Banks, Health Posts, and many things. As a trekker, you can see many things there. There are monasteries, a Buddhist stupa, Museum School, and many local shops. Usually, hikers will spend 2 nights there but they mostly hike to the Everest viewpoint and back to the hotel. While you are there try to explore the Namche Bazar. 

2: Khumjung Village 

Khumjung is another huge village in the Upper Khumbu region. This village is a sherpa village that was born with many legendary Everest climbers. Visiting there you can see the typical houses, Buddhist stupas, and Monasteries. It is believed that there is a Yeti Skule in the Monastery of Khumjung Village. You can visit there while you are hiking to the Everest view hotel while staying in Namche Bazar. 

3: Tengboche Monastery. 

Tengboche Monastery is one of the oldest monasteries in the Solukhumnu district of Nepal. Usually, people will visit there when they do Everest Trek. Because they have to spend the night at Tengboche village. But you visit there when the daily ceremony going on. You can attend that ceremony and take a blessing from one of the monks from the monastery. 

4: Nagarkyang View Point 

Nagarkyang Viewpoint is a 5000m high viewpoint before you step into the Everest Base Camp. You can hike here while taking a rest day in Dingboche. Climbing up there will take around 2/3 hours depending on your walking ability. The view from the top is really spectacular. Viewing the panoramic mountains is just beyond the imagination. Dramatic landscapes view with the highest villages are really a phenomenon. 

5: Everest Base Camp and Khumbu Icefall 

Definitely, your ultimate goal to do EBC Trek is to be at the base camp of the world’s highest peak. But sometimes some people don’t go there because they think there is not the very best view of Mt. Everest. I would love to suggest you go there as well. Because it is a lifetime remembrance to be there. When you go to EBC you should have a bit more time to explore the Khumbu Icefall. 

6: Kalapattar viewpoint. 

Kalapattar viewpoint is the highest viewpoint we will be when we do this Everest Trekking. It’s 5550m above sea level and the view from here will be breathtaking. So that, you must hike up there from Gorekshep during this trek. 

Best time to go to EBC 

The best time to do Everest Base Camp Trek stands is between March to May during the spring season. And second, an excellent time is between September to November during the autumn season. During these seasons, the weather, for this reason, will be suitable and the temperature will be ideal to do the EBC Trek. 

Actually, during the winter season, also it’s good to hike there for the best mountain and surrounding views. The only problem is the cold and icy environment. 

For more details, please read here. The best time to do Everest Base Camp Trek. 

Needed Permits for EBC Trek

Everest Base Camp Trek is a trek inside the Sagarmatha National Park. That is the national park will charge you the national park entree permit fee. Alongside a national park permit, you need to pay local government tax. And need to have TIMS Card (Trekking Information Management System). A national park permit can get from the national park office in Manju village. The TIMS Card you can get from the Nepal tourism board Bhrikutimandap Kathmandu for individual trekkers. 

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