Trip Facts
+2 People above
Moderate
Hotel/Mountain Lodge
5545M
B/L/D
Private Vehicle/Flight
Trip Highlights
1) Scenic mountain flight to Lukla and back to Kathmandu.
2) Explore the land of Sherpa's around Everest region.
3) Centuries-old caves and monasteries.
4) Panoramic view of Mt Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pu-mo Ri from Kalapathar 5550m.
5) Visit Everest Base Camp.
6) Nepali food and cuisine exploration.
Trip Overview of Budget Everest Base Camp Trek
Everest Base camp trek is known as the Mecca of trekking because it offers what you need to explore. Trekking around the roof of the world is definitely a big thing. Everest base camp trek is always the journey of dreams for all of trekking enthusiasts. Due to inflation and recession, many people around the world are not being to able to fulfill their dream. Everest base camp trek is on the bucket list of many worldwide trekkers. Tourist link Trek and expedition is one of the veteran trekking and tour companies in Nepal. For the sake of the trekker's happiness, Tourist link treks and expedition offers Everest base camp trek at a very reasonable price.
Budget Everest Base Camp Trek starts at Kathmandu the day you fly to Lukla which is regarded as one of the most amazing flights. And we trek to Phakding, one of the Everest region's authentic villages. The journey goes forward to Base camp following several beautiful village playing hide and seeks with the towering mountains. The more we climb the less oxygen we get to breathe. It's important to get proper acclimatization otherwise the chances of mountain sickness we have. Herd of yaks and Naks amaze you all the time.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to hotel
1 hour welcome drinks Hotel in Kathmandu
An airport representative from Tourist Link Trek and expedition welcomes you at Airport and after that, you will be escorted to your hotel. After the check-in is complete you will visit to the company office Tourist Link Trek where you will have a meeting with Manager Hom.
Day2 Kathmandu to Lukla by flight and trek to Phkading 2600m
6 hour Breakfast/Launch/Dinner Mountain lodge
Early morning we take a short drive to the airport for Lukla flight. This flight offers you scenic views of the Himalayas where you can see several world's tallest mountains. After reaching at Lukla your guide will take you to a nearby hotel where you can spend some time talking about your journey and introducing to the porter. After the tea and short introduction jouney continue towards Phakding 2660m where we sepend overnight.
Day 3 Trek Phakding to Namche 3440m
5 hour Breakfast/Launch/Dinner Mountain Lodge
Early morning after having breakfast we pack our bags and commence our trekking onward. The trail goes through the bank of river Dudhkoshi crossing several suspension bridges. On the way, we pass through several village-like Benkar, Toktok, Zamphute, Chumoa, Monjo, Jorsalle etc. We can see local Sherpa people along the way doing their household and daily cores. At the end we climb uphill after the Larja Dovan until we reach Namch Bazar.
Day 4 Trek Namche to Pangbochey
6 hour Breakfast/Launch/Dinner Mountain Lodge
Early morning we start our journey after the gut-feeling breakfast. The trail goes uphill in the beginning later it goes through the waist of the mountain high above the gorge. We cross the river through the place called Phunki Tenga where we stop for launch and later we climb uphill all the way to Tengboche where one of the holiest monasteries is lies on the top of the mountain. You can see clear view of Mt Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Amadablam, Khangtega, etc. Journey countinues all the way to Pangboche where we spend overnight.
Day 5 Trek Pangboche to Thogla
6 hour Breakfast/Launch/Dinner Mountain Lodge
We commence the journey early in the morning after breakfast. The journey goes through pastureland where we can see Yak and Nak grazing. Sheer high mountain Arakamtse, Cholatse lies at the left side of the valley while walking to Thogla. You will be amazed by the thrilling beauty of nature during trekking. We pass through the village called Dingbochy where we can see Hilandar Sherpa people doing their daily household.
Day 6 Trek to Lobuche (4910m)
6 Hours Breakfast/Launch/Dinner Mountain Lodge
Early morning after the breakfast we trek uphill following Thogla pass. After reaching the top of Thogla pass we can see the memorial where small monument is built and plaque is stick with name and contribution. After that we continue through glassland where many small and big chunk of boulder spread along the trail. After reaching Lubuch we take rest and launch.
Day 7 Trek Lobuche to Gorakshep
5 hour Breakfast/Launch/Dinner Mountain Lodge
We commence our journey early in the morning after taking breakfast. The trail goes through the grassland formed on the moraine. The trail later joins the huge deposit of gravel contains of boulder, sand, and ice forming on the glacier. After reaching Gorakshep 5150m we take launch and put our backpack in the room and we go to visit Everest Base Camp 5365m.
Day 8 Trek Gorakshep to Pangboche via Kalapathar and Everest Base Camp
6 hour Breakfast/Launch/Dinner Mountain Lodge
Early morning we go to visit Kalapathar 5550m which takes three hour to reach and come back and take breakfast. After breakfast we trek back downward to Pangboche.
Day 9 Trek Pangbochey to Namche
6 hour Mountain Lodge Mountain Lodge
Early morning we start after breakfast. The trail goes mostly downward to Namche so you can feel getting more oxygen into your body. The more you go down the more greeny it gets from the trees and grassland. On the way back don't forget to visit Pangboche monastery where you can see scalpe of Yeti.
Day 10 Trek Namche to Lukla
6 hour Mountain Lodge Mountain lodge
we start trekking early in the morning after breakfast. The trail downwards offers you the view from a different perspective. You can observe in detail about the region while it gets little rush and hurry while going upward.
Day 11 Fly Lukla to Kathmandu
1 hour Breakfast only Hotel in Kathmandu
Early morning after breakfast we walk to a nearby airport for a flight to Kathmandu. It takes half and hour to reach Kathmandu from Lukla. Dont forget to enjoy the scenic mountain view while flying back from Lukla. After reaching Kathmandu you can spend your time doing shopping, eating and walking around the street of Thamel.
Day 12 Drop to airport for international flight
1 hour Breakfast only
Today is your departure day for an international flight. Guide from Tourist Link Trek and Expedition will accompany you all the way to international airport.
What's included?
- All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
- Sightseeing at Kathmandu Valley (Monkey Temple, Pasupapati Temple, Boudhanath, Durbar square)
- Three-night accommodation with breakfast at 3-star category Hotel in Kathmandu
- Best available twin-sharing lodge for accommodation during the trek
- Three daily meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek
- Round trip flight Kathmandu (Kathmandu- Lukla- Kathmandu) including departure tax
- One highly experienced helpful and friendly guide (English speaking and Government licensed holder guide)
- Porter service (2 Trekker: 1 Porter) their food, accommodation, Salary, equipment, and staff insurance
- Snacks of seasonal fruits during the trek
- Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion)
- Trekking map and trip achievement certificate
- Entry fee for Sagarmatha National Park (Please bring two passport-size photos for permit)
- A local fee of Khumbu valley or instated of TIMS
- All Local/Government Taxes and office service charge
- Medical Supplies (First Aid Kit will be available)
- Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your travel insurance Company
What's not included?
- Nepal Visa fee
- Meal not specified in the “meal inclusions” in the above itinerary
- Personal trekking equipment
- Snacks and other expenses
- International airfare to & from home town
- Excess baggage charges
- Hot showers during the trek except when in Lukla, Phakdhing and Namche
- Personal travel insurance
- Personal expenses like phone calls, laundry, bar bills and extra porters
- Tips and donations for guides and porters.
- Optional trips and sightseeing if extend