On the border between Nepal and Tibet lies the very best mountain in the world. Everest was first climbed by New Zealander Sir Hillary in 1953 and while reaching the summit won’t be possible for everybody (the permit alone costs around £6,000), a trek to Everest base camp tour will get you amongst the action and a few spectacular views.
The trek to Everest base camp follows the footsteps of famous mountaineers like Hillary and his climbing partner Sherpa Tenzing Norgay, stretching along the valley of the Dudh Kosi river and therefore the Khumbu Glacier, before ending with an ascent of Kala Patthar, the black rock to the west of Everest.
While not presenting generous specialized climbing difficulties on the quality course, Everest presents perils, for instance, height affliction, climate, and wind, even as critical risks from torrential slides and therefore the Khumbu Icefall.
Short Itinerary
Day 01 : |
Depart London Heathrow |
Day 02 : |
Arrival Kathmandu (1345 meters) |
Day 03 : |
Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m) trek to Phakding (2640 meters) |
Day 04 : |
Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440 meters) |
Day 05 : |
Rest day at Namche Bazaar (3440 meters) |
Day 06 : |
Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3867 meters) |
Day 07 : |
Tyangboche to Dingboche (4260 meters) |
Day 08 : |
Rest day at Dingboche (4260 meters) |
Day 09 : |
Dingboche to Lobuche (4930 meters) |
Day 10 : |
Lobuche to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep (5160 meters) |
Day 11 : |
Gorakshep to Kala Patthar (5545 meters) and trek to Pheriche (4243 meters) |
Day 12 : |
Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters) |
Day 13 : |
Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2886 meters) |
Day 14 : |
Lukla to Kathmandu |
Day 15 : |
Kathmandu Sightseeing |
Day 16 : |
Final Departure |
Tour Ends
Your Hotels
The accommodation in cities such as Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan and Bandipur in this itinerary includes in good 3 star category hotels. The accommodation in Kathmandu, Pokhara and Bandipur includes bed & breakfast whereas in Chitwan includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, jungle activities and other cultural programmes.
Kathmandu : Hotel Rama Inn or similar
Trekking : Tea-houses/lodges
Tea houses/lodges The accommodation during trekking in this itinerary includes in tea houses/lodges. The accommodation in tea houses/lodges in the trekking region is very basic and it is not possible to book an accommodation in advance. Although, in some tea houses/lodges you will be able to have your own room, in many others you will be sharing a dormitory with other fellow trekkers. All amenities such as bathrooms, corridors but not limited are shared. The hot water and hot showers may be available but subject to extra charges so you will have to borne costs for these services. Your guide will arrange a place for your stay when you arrive in each place. Please note that, there may be no or very little choice as it all depends on what times of the year you are trekking, how full the lodges are and how late in the day you arrive at that destination. Normally, during peak season such as September, October, November, Feb, March and April lodges operate in extremely full occupancy.
Check-in : 15:00 hours Check-out : Until 12:00 hours Room occupancy : Maximum 2 adults
Offer is based on Twin share so 2 people must book to complete the offer. So valid with 2 full paying adults:
Child discount : Children pay full price as adult
Solo travel can travel from : £3399 supplement
Hotels : If the hotels mentioned in the itinerary are unavailable you will stay in hotels of a similar standard
Wheelchair access : The hotels and tour are not suitable for wheelchair users.
Mobile number : Please be sure to fill in mobile number when booking. This is so that the driver can get in touch with you.
Flight Documents : Once your final payment has been processed, we will send you an email confirmation. You will receive all travel documentation required for your flights and accommodation shortly afterwards.
Flight Times : Please note that flights may be subject to change, delay or postponement by the provider and that flight times are provisional. We search for the best times for you and will do our utmost to provide you with the flights detailed above. However, please note that flight times are subject to availability and may be amended.
Group : In Nepal you will travel in a group of minimum 02 and maximum 10 people
Visa : Please note that in order to visit Nepal, you will require a tourist visa. For the most up-to-date information regarding travel visas – including prices and the required length of time that the document is needed for – we advise that you visit www.gov.uk . Alternatively, you can contact the local embassy of the country you are planning to visit.
Passport : Please note that your passport MUST be valid for a minimum of 6 months after the validation date of your visa.
Visa Documents : Lumle Holidays will send you all the required documentation you need to apply for your visa (including flight information) between 4 and 6 weeks prior to your selected date of departure so you can apply for your Nepal visa in time. At least 3 weeks before your departure date you will receive your flight tickets and the confirmed list of your hotels in Nepal.
Travel Documents : Please ensure you take all your final travel documents with you to Nepal
Personal Information : Please ensure that your personal deatils is filled in identically to the data on your passport. If this information does not match, you cannot travel to and from your destination. Amendment to this information if entered incorrectly will result in additional charges. If married, please fill in your surname as it appears on your passport.
Tour Itinerary : Please note that in exceptional circumstances the itinerary and/or excursions may be subject to change for reasons outside of the control of Lumle Holidays
Vaccination : If you are travelling to Nepal, you may need to be vaccinated. For the most up-to-date health advice, you should visit your local doctor/GP or visit www.gov.uk
Cancellation Conditions : This offer cannot be cancelled or modified
Rating: 5 / 5 sunil l Mon, 25 Jan, 16
everest Base Camp !!!
An amazing trip, superb service from the outset, myself and my 15yr old son embarked on this trip with some trepidation. It was well organised and our guide and the manager were excellent. The itinerary was set out in a manner so as to allow acclimatisation and rest thereby enabling completion without exhaustion. We started the trek with our guide as an acquaintance but finished as part of the Lumle family. Well worth going and a great company to go with!!!!
Visited April 2012
Rating: 5 / 5 Gen186338 Mon, 25 Jan, 16
Base camp Everest
I had an exceptional holiday and I am glad to have chosen Lumle Holidays Company. Although they’re a small travel company, they will give you the personal assistance at a very reasonable price, which big companies cannot give. They will take care of you from the moment they meet you to the moment you go home. I cannot thank enough Narayan, Narendra and all Nepali staff for their excellent service.
Visited February 2013
Rating: 5 / 5 SWales-sandy Mon, 25 Jan, 16
Everest Base Camp Trek
Lumle Holidays were cheaper than their competitors, which left us a little suspicious. There proved to be nothing to worry about and Lumle provided an excellent service right from the start and to he very end. Nothing was too much trouble for any of their staff. I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again.
Visited April 2012
Rating: 5 / 5 Stephen Sat, 30 Jan, 16
Everest Base Camp Trek with Lumle Holidays
I was a little concerned initially because I couldn’t find any reviews for Lumle Holidays and they were a lot cheaper compared with other companies, but thought I would take a chance.
We did book flights independently but the service was offered by Lumle. We arrived at Kathmandu and was met with a car to take us to the hotel that was outside the main tourist area, it was basic but clean, staff friendly and the area was fine. The Kathmandu city tour was excellent (although we had to pay our own entrance fees) and the guide very informative.
Then the flight to the mountains with our guide Herka (not sure of the spelling). His English was not brilliant but he taught us some Nepalese and we got along great. The trek, scenery; experience was out of this world and can’t really fault it. The tea houses that we stopped at were basic but that added to the experience. The guides also act as waiters when you stop and do help with basically anything. The porter we had was brilliant, how he carried all the bags up the mountains I don’t know.
All in all an excellent trip that I would recommend to anybody. We will be visiting the region again in the future and intend to use Lumle Holidays and hopefully Herka as a guide again.
Visited in 2012
Rating: 5 / 5 tapefinder Sat, 30 Jan, 16
Everest Base Camp Trek
What a fantastic trip, a big thank you to all the staff at Lumle Holidays for their dedication and providing us with an excellent holiday. From the very start when we made the initial inquiry to the flight back home, everything went smoothly. Everyone was extremely friendly and helpful at all times. When we made the initial enquiry with Lumle we were a little suspicious because their price was far cheaper than other companies. However, this proved to be nothing to worry about because the service we received was second to none at a very good price. Thanks to Narayan for the excellent booking service and a big thank you to Narendra and his team for all their efforts in making us feel very welcome in Nepal.
Steve & Tracey Davies, United Kingdom
Rating: 5 / 5 Martin Thu, 2 Jun, 16
Amazing experience
had an amazing time, great porters and great guides which helped with the whole experience! Some
Of the best views you will ever see in the world well recommended
Visited in May 2016
Rating: 5 / 5 Chris Thu, 2 Jun, 16
excellent trek
Beautiful country, fantastic people and an excellent trek !!
Visited in May 2016
Rating: 5 / 5 Roger Picknett Thu, 2 Jun, 16
Everest base camp trek
Fantastic – Well organised, Fantastic friendly people & an all round superb trekking experience !
Visited in May 2016