Everest Base Camp

Everest Base Camp is a hotspot tourism trekking destination, located in the Himalayas of Nepal. The base of the Highest Mountain in the world is the mighty Mt.Everest (8848.86m). One of the most popular travel destinations in Nepal among other high base camps of the world. Everest Base Camp is on the to-do travel list of most, if not all adventure lovers all around the world.  The aura and authenticity of Everest are second to none.

Where is Everest Base Camp Located? 

Continent: Asia

Country: Nepal

Province: 01

District: Solukhumbhu

Latitude and Longitude: 28.0022° N, 86.8523° E

Everest Base Camp Altitude in meters:

 It is situated at an altitude of 5,634 meters

What is the height of Everest Base Camp in feet?

The height in feet is 17600ft

Interesting Everest Base Camp facts

1. To everyone’s surprise, you can’t actually see Mt. Everest from Everest Base Camp
2. Trekkers are not allowed to accommodate in Everest Base Camp (restricted to professionals, climbers and expedition teams, and Everest ultra-marathon runners in some cases.)
3. Everest Base Camp is more like a TOWN- It has cell phone service, hospital, electricity, internet, hot shower, waste management system, etc 
4. It is located inside Sagarmatha National Park
5. The location of the Everest base Camp changes every year due to the melting of the Khumbu Glacier 

How to reach Everest Base Camp?

A mystical Heaven on Earth, the Base Camp of the mighty  Mt.Everest can be reached in multiple ways. Some of the most popular ways to get to EBC are:

Helicopter Tour to Everest Base Camp

• A helicopter Tour To Everest Base Camp is a perfect way to explore the sceneries of Everest in a very short amount of time. Everest Helicopter tour can be performed in a few hours time (4-6 hrs). 
• Also upon your wish, you can perform a customized Everest Helicopter tour on multiple days. You can spend some time in popular villages on Everest such as Namche Bazaar, and Lukla to explore the culture and lifestyle in the Everest region. 
• We also offer luxury Breakfast at Hotel Everest View (the Highest 04-star hotel in the world) during the Everest Himalaya Helicopter Tour.

Jiri to Everest Base Camp

• Everest Base Camp became a popular destination after the first successful Mt. Everest Expedition by Tenzing Norgay and Edmund Hillary in 1953 A.D. As most people couldn’t reach the top of Mt.Everest, they trekked to the Everest base to witness the magic of  Everest.
•  The Jiri to Everest trek is the classical itinerary for Everest  Base Camp. Most travelers used it until the Lukla Airport was constructed in 1964 A.D. It is an alternative route if you want to trek on the classical route and have a longer holiday time.

Everest Base Camp Trek

• This particular EBC trek is a perfect and economical way to reach Everest Base Camp. An Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most popular EBC itineraries. 
• Furthermore, it lets you explore the rich flora and fauna, the social lifestyle of the Himalayan Sherpas, and their culture. Along with those sceneries of Himalayan Shangrila, it can’t be missed. 
• One can walk through beautiful local settlements, historical and cultural monuments, suspension bridges, and riversides while trekking to Everest Base Camp.

  

Related Trek: 7-Day Trek To Everest

EBC with Gokyo Valley Trek.

• An off-beaten path with fewer travelers, Gokyo Valley Trek and EBC Trek offer a similar yet mind-boggling and refreshing experience to our valuable guests.
•  A showdown of natural epitome and human-made attractions make this trek favorable to adventure lovers from all around the globe. 
• Further, One can enjoy the serenity of Gokyo valley and lakes with a peaceful Everest trekking trail and itinerary.
•  Witnessing sunrise/ sunset from Gokyo-Ri over the snow-capped Everest and other high peaks makes you go wow. Most wish to leave their homes and live in the Everest region after the magical experience.

Everest trekking Packages with Helicopter return.

•  This is a newly introduced yet one of the popular ways to get to Base Camp and return. 
• Not only Helicopter return packages are suitable for travelers who have shorter holidays but also who don’t want to walk the same way back from the base camp.
• Also, It is a perfect way to explore the Khumbu region as one can get the experience from a bird-eye panoramic view as well as walking to Everest Base Camp.
•  Life Himalaya trekking offers fully customizable Helicopter return  EBC trekking packages.  

What are the special features of Everest Helicopter Trekking Packages?

• Obviously suitable for Short Holiday time
• Luxury mode of  Trekking to EBC and return.
• Best option to travel if you don’t want to trek the same way back.
• Can be used to travel to different Everest region trekking destinations such as Gokyo, Ama-Dablam base camp, etc
• Nonetheless, To observe the 360-degree birds-eye panoramic view of the Khumbu / Everest region of Nepal
• Everest Helicopter Tour / Trekking Packages can be performed any time of the year. However, except for a few cases of heavy snow, over cloudy, or rain.

Popular Villages in Everest Trekking

Lukla  “The Gateway to Everest”

•  The establishment of “Tenzing Norgay Airport” or Lukla Airport has made Lukla popular as Gateway to Everest. More than 80% percent of trekkers fly to Lukla to start the Everest trek. You can either fly by plane or take a Helicopter ride to Lukla. In addition, You can also trek to Lukla from other destinations as well. Flight to Lukla is considered one of the most thrilling and jaw-dropping flight experiences in the world. Lukla’s flight takes 35 min from Kathmandu. 
• The altitude of Lukla is 2800m. There are multiple lodges, restaurants, and shops to welcome and accommodate valuable guests.
• Along with that, All trekkers love the hospitality and the cheerful behavior of the locals is appreciated.

Phakding

• Phakding surprisingly is a descent downhill from Lukla. The altitude of Phakding is 2610m in Dudh Koshi river valley. 
• This village is one of the popular places for accommodation on the first day of your trekking to EBC and other side treks in the Everest region.

Monjo

• Monjo is The checkpoint to the world’s highest mountain national park, Sagarmatha (local Everest region) National Park. 
• A small village with natural sceneries, Buddhist praying flags, praying wheels, and monuments.
• There are many luxurious and comfortable lodges and teahouses. It is a popular lunch place as well while trekking in the Sagarmatha region.

Namche Bazaar “The Sherpa Capital”

• Namche Bazaar is the biggest Sherpa settlement in the Everest trekking region. It is basically a town with modern amenities, facilities, and quality services. Many international, national as well as local brands are available in Namche for tourists to explore.
• It is a perfect place for acclimatization as well as spending a relaxed rest day with excellent panoramic views.
• There are many luxurious lodges and restaurants in Namche bazaar to offer you top-quality services.
• Namche bazaar is a buzzing place with the constant movement of tourists as well as locals. 
• If you hike for 1-2 hrs, you will reach Syangboche. Hotel Everest View is the highest 04-star hotel in the world. With wonderful views of the mountains and nature comes great hospitable service. 

Tengboche

• The height of Tengboche is 3860m.  It is the home to the biggest Buddhist monument of the Everest region, “The Tengboche Monastery”.
• Moreover, Tengboche offers beautiful views of Amadablam, Mt. Lhotse, and other high peaks.

Dingboche

• Dingboche is a settlement area located in the valley of the Imja river. This area has a favorable temperature and environment.
• It is also a popular place for acclimatization as you can hike to Chukkung or Narkyang hill for wonderful views of the Everest region.

Gorakshep

• Gorakshep is a small settlement at the edge of the lake bed. It is covered in broken rocks and sand. A vintage location and preferred accommodation point during the Base Camp Visiting Day. 
• The height of Gorakshep is 5,164m.

  

How can I Customize my Trek to Everest?

There are multiple different itineraries provided by hundreds of travel and trekking operators in Nepal. But sometimes one can’t find a suitable holiday according to their taste and preferences. Worry not as Life Himalaya trekking offers customizable Everest itineraries. With the help of decades of Experienced guides and tourism scholars, we will provide you with your ideal EBC holiday experience. All that in a competitive Everest Base Camp trek cost.

We can customize your trek according to your:

1. Budget
2. Holiday time
3. Wishes
4. Luxury Travel
5. Premium Accommodation and Services
6. Other additional adventure
7. Additional Side trekking routes or activities

And many more…… 

Mention your needs and wishes, Life Himalaya Team will come up with the best possible Everest Trekking Packages tailor-made just for you. Leave all your planning to us and enjoy your well-earned holiday.

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