Trekking in Nepal with EncountersNepal.com

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.First step into Nepal on reaching at Kathmandu international airport where our staff and representative will receive you with warm welcome and transfer you to your respective hotels in the hub of Kathmandu city, in a quiet peaceful area and yet close to the city main markets.
After getting refreshed our guide or staff will brief regarding Everest Base Camp Trekking with evening group dinner in a nice authentic Nepalese restaurants.
Day 02: In Kathmandu sightseeing of world heritage tour.
After breakfast our city and tour guide will take you for short drive and walks in the heart of Kathmandu city showing you around the true side of Nepal with historical monuments at old Durbar Square (Palace courtyard), teems with life in the harmony of Nepalese culture, the area with ancient building of temples and palaces of Malla times listed at World Heritage Sites.From here a short drive west of Kathmandu with tour of famous and old Swayambhunath Stupa, the oldest monuments of Nepal dates back more than 2,600 years old one of the famous landmark of Kathmandu and Nepal.On completing the half day tour at places of interest back to hotel afternoon preparation for Everest Base Camp Trekking.
Day 03: Fly to Lukla 2,820 m and start trek to Phakding 2,630m - 04 hrs.
Early morning transfer to Kathmandu domestic airport for scenic and short flight to Lukla in a small plane (Dornier, Twin Otter or similar type), during flights views of snow-capped peaks with Mt. Everest.
On landing at Lukla meet our other trekking staff and porters, with rest before starting the trek to Phakding for overnight stop.Walk leads through several wonderful villages and farm lands with great views of hills and valleys then reaching at Phakding village for overnight stop.
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,440 m - 06 hrs.
Today walks leads into Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo, as walk leads on river bank, from the last bridge climb for few hours to Namche Bazaar.
In Namche for 2 nights stop a prosperous trading town or a large village, center of Khumbu area with facilities of ATMs, Cyber cafes, stores, shops, restaurants, banks and fresh bakery with busy colorful interesting Saturday market.
Day 05: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization.
A perfect place for rest day and to acclimatize before heading highest ground, morning options of hike up to museum, information on mountaineering, flora – fauna and Sherpa culture and religions, this scenic beautiful place offers grand views of Mt. Everest with Amadablam and other adjoining peaks.Other options a hike up to Everest View Hotel for beautiful panorama of mountains, located old Syangboche air strip. For energetic people can take a walk of few hours visiting the sleepy Khumjung and Khunde located on a glacial valley beneath the majestic holy peak of Khumbila the patron god of Khumbu.
Day 06: Trek to Thyangboche 3,867 m - 05hrs.
After a good rest and acclimatization, morning walk leads into conifer and rhododendron woodland, views of Amadablam, Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Thamserku and Kwangde peaks, then walk descend to Imjatse River at PhungeTenga.After a rest an uphill climb into lovely forest to reach at Thyangboche Monastery, a scenic spot with views of Amadablam, Kangtenga, Thamserku, Kwangde and Mt. Everest, a holy spot as the head lama (Rinpoche) of the monastery resides here where mountaineers takes blessing from high lama- priest for success and safe expedition.
Day 07: Trek to Dingboche 4,330 m - 05 hrs.
Morning walks down through birch-rhododendron and pines forest, a nice pleasant walk leads you across over Imja Khola. From here a gentle climb to reach at Pangboche. This is the last permanent village before Everest Base Camp, from here leaving the tree lines behind for short rhododendron and juniper bushes. The trail leads slowly through exposed landscapes with superb views of Mt. Amadablam at close range after a good walk of the day, then reaching at Dingboche for overnight stay.
Day 08: Rest at Dingboche for excursion and acclimatization.
Another rest day at Dingboche helps you to acclimatize better before heading higher terrain, Dingboche offers views of Amadablam North Face, Island or Imjatse Peak, Nuptse and Lhotse mountains, a short climb offers views of world’s 5th highest Mt. Makalu over Amphu Labtsa peak.
Day 09: Trek to Lobuche 4,930 m - 05 hrs.
Leaving Dingboche, climb for an hour to Thugla ( Dugla) on the midway of Pheriche and Dingboche to Everest Base Camp, after a rest here climb up to the terminal debris of Khumbu Glacier, and continues walk to Lobuche for overnight stop spot.
Day 10: Trek to Gorakshep 5,180 m unto Everest Base Camp 5,364 m.
Walk today is quite strenuous due to high altitude gain offers views of
Mt. Pumori, Lingtrin, Khumbutse and Mt. Everest.
After few hours of scenic walk reaching at Gorakshep into moraine and icy path, Gorakshep houses few lodges, after a break journey continue to Everest Base Camp walking along moraine with view of Khumbu Icefall and then reaching at Everest Base Camp our final destination of the adventure.After spending some time at the base camp, return journey back to Gorakshep for overnight stop after fulfilling the highlight of the trip.
Day 11: Hike to Kalapathar 5,545 m and trek to Pangboche 3,900 m - 06 hrs.
Morning climb to Kalapathar for fantastic view of Mt. Everest with other surroundings peaks. Kalapathar stands at 5,545 offers close views of Mt. Everest and other high snow capped peaks.After a memorable on the highest spot of the trek, walk downhill to Gorakshep and continue the journey all the way to Thugla after Lobuche and finally towards Pheriche valley.Pheriche a temporary settlement near to Dingboche with many good lodges, from here downhill back to lower altitude to Pangboche for overnight stop.
Day 12: Trek to Namche Bazaar - 06 hrs.
Leaving Pangboche with downhill walk to a bridge where climb leads back into tree lines to reach at Tyangboche Monastery.After a time here descend to Imjatse River at Phungetenga, crossing over a bridge with steep climb for an hour then on gentle winding path to Namche Bazaar for overnight stop.
Day 13: Trek to Lukla - 05 hrs.
Last day walk of this adventure ends at Lukla, morning walk a long descend to Dudh Kosi River and then with few short ups and downs reaching at Sagarmatha National Park entrance and at Monjo village.
From here continue walk towards Phakding and then on pleasant winding trail to Lukla after less than an hour climb to reach at Lukla for last final overnight stop in Khumbu.
Day 14: Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.Morning transfer to Lukla airport bidding farewell to our porters, where a scenic flight of 30 minutes lands you back at Kathmandu airport.After a glorious and exciting time in high Khumbu and Everest region, transfer back to your hotel with rest of the day free for shopping or one can use for individual activities.
Day 15: Spare and extra day in Kathmandu for individual activities.
Reserved as extra or contingency day in Kathmandu in case of flight delay due to bad, unfavorable weather condition, sometimes it might lead to cancellation.
If all goes well as per our itinerary days, enjoy the day at leisure with individual activities or join in for another exciting tour.
Day 16: International departure for homeward bound.
Last day in Nepal and around great Himalaya, after a marvelous time and adventure on Everest Base Camp Trekking, transfer to airport for the flight back home or to respective countries and port of call.

Useful Information

Everest base camp Trekking FAQ

When bunking out in tea houses or tented camps at Mt Everest Base camp in May: Some real useful advice from Encounters Nepal.com: A: It’s important to note that your flight from Kathmandu to Lukla may get delayed for a few hours or may even be cancelled for some days due to unfavorable weather conditions. Since these situations are unpredictable for what extreme climate changes are occurring these days; you must be prepared to haul up in Kathmandu for some time. Encounters Nepal will put in its best efforts to get you through for you at the earliest time possible. Still, we suggest you be well-prepared for such delays or even cancellations. If the delay exceeds 2 days, you have the option to do an alternative trip as well. We can organize the Annapurna Base Camp Trek at the same price you've paid for Everest Base Camp. But it’s important to note that no refunds will be made as we cannot be responsible for an act that has occurred by the gods of nature. You will also have to bear the cost for accommodation, transportation, and food for the extra days in Kathmandu. B: Encounters Nepal, a highly sensitive and responsible travel operator, ensures that all of its trips are eco-friendly. We have found that one of the reasons why trekkers fell sick during one of our trips is due to drinking water. But we make our best efforts to assure that you are always provided with pure water. We do this by providing you chlorinated water. But if you don't like drinking chlorinated water and bring mineral water instead, you can get it on the mountains. Mineral water bottles for a 14-days trip will cost you approx. $150. So, don't forget to bring necessary cash for buying mineral water. C: Want to enjoy high-speed Internet Connectivity while trekking in the rugged laps of Mount Everest? It would be a great experience sharing your trip updates with the loved ones at home and friends staying far away from you. If you want, it's possible to use WiFi services till Gorakshep. However, this will cost you approximately USD 5 per day depending on how much we need it at any given time you’d want to use it. D: Please don't forget to carry your Traveler's Insurance with you as it covers your emergency evacuation. We can make the helicopter arrangements for you in case of an emergency. Of course, nothing much will happen, but being prepared is like a stitch in time will save nine; please inform your insurance company before you leave your home country prior to your trip. This is mandatory given the environmentally dangerous times we live in.

10 Top Things to gear you up for an unforgettable trip in the Everest Region: Mt Everest doesn’t need anymore hype anyways. It is what it is, the highest peak in the world. And a destination loved by most mountain lovers all over the universe. The discoveries of legends like George Mallory, Tenzing Norgay, and Sir Edmund Hillary put the grand mountain on the map. The trail then was followed by thousands of adventure seekers making huge sacrifices. Many breathe their last in their own attempts to the summit. But Everest is the hotspot destination not only for mountaineers, but also for all who have adrenaline flowing in their blood. With its nonpareil magnificence and splendor, it attracts thousands of tourists every year for plane loads of adventure options like expeditions, trekking, thrilling mountain flights, and so on. It goes without saying that scaling Everest is that one stop dream for every mountaineer. And it's a dream for every adventure loving heart to reach its lap. While we hear a lot about Everest Expeditions and Trekking to Everest Region, there still are things we might have missed to get proper attention. Everest Region has a lot to offer and it is yet to be explored more. We are not sure we can cover every bit of the concealed gems Everest Region has to offer. But here's one big effort from EncountersNepal.Com to assemble the top 10 things to do in Everest Region:

10. Tengboche Monastery
Sitting atop a hill at the meeting of Imja Khola and Dudh Koshi, Tengboche Monastery is considered one of the important religious sites for Buddhists. Tengboche offers a clear view of Mount Everest. It's been said that Lama Sangwa Dorje declared some 350 years ago that Tengboche will be a religious site where there will one day be an important Buddhist monastery. It wasn't until 1923 though, when the reincarnation of Lama Sangwa Dorje founded the actual monastery. At present, it is one of the most religious centers for Sherpa Culture. Often cited as a Shangri La, Tengboche is one of the last stops on the way to world's highest peaks. Surrounded by ancient mani stones with the divine mantra "Om Mane Padme Hum" beautifully inscribed on them. You can witness the beautiful prayer flag fluttering in the constant breeze coming off the high peaks. Anyway, Tengboche Monastery is one of the most important places to visit in Everest Region.

9. Khumjung Village
Based at an elevation of 3970 meters above the sea level in Khumbu region inside Sagarmatha National Park, Khumjung is popular destination on its own right, also known as hidden village. The village is located near Mount Khumbila. High above the village of Khumjung is a sacred cave. And it's been said that, Guru Rinpoche stayed at this cave for several days after completing practices at Maratika in Eastern Nepal. The village these days has the facilities of advanced communications like Internet and phones. It is also said that the Khumjung Monastery houses Yeti, the abominable snowman scalp. Khumjung is the village where the largest school in Khumbu region is located—the Khumjung Hillary School, founded by Sir Edmund Hillary in 1961 for educating the local Sherpa children. Interestingly, Khumjung serves as a campsite for most of the mountaineers. Khumjung village is also a great place to haul up for trekking as well. The major trekking highlights include the wonderful views of Himalayas with beautiful landscape, beautiful Buddhist Monasteries, Sagarmatha National Park, and warm local culture among others. Khumjung is one place you’d like to stop over for a chat with the local folks when you’re in the Everest region.

8. Everest Three Passes Trek
If you want to face one of the toughest trekking challenges in Everest region, then Everest Three Passes Trek would be the best option for you. Three formidable passes of Everest region to get over. Kongma La (5535m), Renjo La (5445m), and Cho La (5330m) are the three well-known passes in the Everest Region. These three passes are the kind of adventure where the going gets real tough. The trek itself offers the sublime views of tranquil Gokyo Lakes along with Gokyo Ri, Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar. En route, you can also get introduced with the remote and untouched Nangpa La valley, a beautiful Sherpa village of Marlung, and many more. The Everest Three Passes Trek is one trip you’d want to do if you’re one of those daring adventure lovers. We’ll bet our last rupee the rewards will remain in your heart for one real long time to come.

7. Lobuche Peak
If you are energetic, physically fit enough and are in quest for a unique and challenging trekking and climbing experience, Lobuche Peak is a ‘gotta do’’ destination for you. Enjoy the stunning sight of world's highest and magnificent Mount Everest, and climb two very popular peaks of Lobuche—Lobuche East (6119m) and Lobuche West (6145m). Offering you a range of routes for climbing, Lobuche is truly a must-go destination in the Everest Region.

6. Everest Marathon
Tenzing-Hillary Everest Marathon (THEM) is probably the world's most adventurous trail run. Everest Marathon—the master of all marathons—begins with an all-encompassing scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, and a joyous journey to Kalapatthar and to EBC from where the actual race begins. The race starts from EBC (5364m) and ends at Namche Bazaar (3446m). Over rough mountain trails, the measured distance of the marathon course is 42.195 km. Everest Marathon is indeed an erratic marathon of destiny and it taxes your physical strength to the limits of what your body can take. Billed as the highest marathon on this planet—Tenzing-Hillary Everest Marathon is held annually since 2003, to commemorate the first successful climb of Everest by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa on 29th of May, 1953. Everest Marathon is one of the most important events you can join in Everest Region. Offering visitors the spectacular arrays of Himalayan ranges and dramatic setting, Everest Marathon is the most matching tribute to these two great icons of adventure.

5. Island Peak
Aka Imja Tse, [Island Peak] is one of the major climbing peaks in Everest Region. The peak has an amazing and extremely frozen up west face that rises from the Lhotse Glacier. Island Peak offers superb and enthralling scenery along with some breathtaking views of Khumbu Valley. Arresting views of highest peaks like Lhotse (8501m), Makalu (8475m), Lhotse Middle (8410m), Lhotse Shar (8383m), Nuptse (7879m) and so on. On the route to Island Peak, you will have to pass through Cho La pass and Kongma La pass. Island Peak is rightly one of the most important destinations in Everest region. This peak is sure one of the top five of trekking peaks in Nepal.

4. Expedition
Everest region offers wide range of options for expeditions. For all mountaineers and adventure enthusiasts, Everest Region of Nepal is the ultimate destination. Everest Region is home to most of the world-highest peaks that have been captivating the hearts and minds of mountaineers for centuries. Mount Everest Climbing is a benchmark of climbing achievement. So, Everest Expeditions is certainly a lifetime opportunity for anyone. However, expeditions to Everest encounter so many seen and unseen obstacles. But, Expedition in the Everest region is one of the most important activities you can do while you are in Nepal. This is one of your dream adventures before you leave this world.

3. Everest Base Camp Trek
Arguably the greatest of all high-mountain trekking trails in this planet, Everest Base Camp (EBC) Trek is one of the best cited treks in the world. EBC sits in the lap of the world's highest peak and the trek strolls through the famed Khumbu region of Nepal offering you the grandest views of three of the world's highest peaks namely: Everest, Lhotse and Lhotse Shar in a single glance. The route is full of magnificent views of dozens of Himalayan giants awaiting your arrival. Even the renowned mountain explorer W.H. Tillman has quoted the view from Tengboche Monastery to be the best view in the world. Immersing through warm and welcoming Sherpa villages, rich vegetation, and some of the oldest and largest Buddhist Monasteries, Everest Base Camp will be your dream trip. No one can forget the close-up views of Everest from Kalapatthar. It’s an exclusive venture that stirs the imaginations.

2. Lukla Airport
Well known to be one of the world's extreme airports, Tenzing-Hillary Airport at Lukla is number two in our list of top 10 things to do in Everest Region. Built in 1965 by Sir Edmund Hillary, Lukla Airport is one of the busiest airports in Nepal. In the peak season, the airlines operate over 50 flights a day. But at the same time, Lukla airport has a bad reputation and is often cited in the lists of world's most scary and dangerous airports. But you don't need to worry; only the most experienced pilots are appointed to fly to Lukla. Having said this, the airport itself is also popular as one of the most beautiful airports.
Lukla airport may seem very chaotic but is a pretty well-oiled machine! Arguably, the flight to Lukla is one of the most scenic flights this planet has to offer. Landing at Lukla airport is definitely an adrenaline rush for sure!

1. Mountain Flights
The best thing you can do while you are in Nepal is Mountain Flights. These are truly flights of realistic fantasy and Everest Mountain Flight is one of the world's most scenic and breathtaking flights. Everest Mountain flights are the luxurious option if you have short of time but want to experience the true splendor of Himalayas. Only few other experiences come close to matching to the feeling of mountain flights and experience the tallest mountain ranges in the world. It's about experiencing the grandest Himalayan panorama of Everest region within just a single hour. How can you miss this opportunity to conquer the mountains in one full swoop?

Your Route to Mt Everest Base Camp
The trek offers breathtaking mountain panoramas and an insight into the lives of the Sherpa culture. Taking an elating mountain flight to Lukla, we hike up to the Dudh Koshi Valley which is encircled by the towering peaks of Thamserku and Kusum Kanguru. After a steep ascent to Namche Bazaar, capital of the Kumbu Sherpas, we are once more greeted by magnificent mountain panoramas. And, then we have a rest day which will help in acclimatization and there are other alternative walks to take pleasure in the area. Subsequently, we head to famous Tengboche, located high on an edge where a splendid 360-degree landscape awaits. The fascinating views of Everest, the Lhotse-Nuptse Wall, Ama Dablam and Kantega overlook this calm and divine location and no doubt it is one of the most serene and exciting places in the world. This dazzling trek visits both, Everest base camp and Kalapathar (5545m), a stance renowned as the finest vantage point to see Mount Everest which is a foremost target for many trekkers in the Himalayas. After trekking to base camp and Kalapathar we come back at our relaxing pace to Namche and Lukla for our return flight to Kathmandu.

Everest Base Camp and its Altitude
Everest Base Camp, with highest altitude in the world is generally the top place ordinary travelers can go. Actually, there are two Everest base camps on opposite sides of Mount Everest, namely South Everest Base Camp in Nepal and North Everest Base Camp in Tibet, southwest China. South Base Camp in Nepal is at an altitude of 5,364m. while the Tibet Everest Base Camp is located at an altitude of 5,545m and is used when climbing via the northeast ridge.

Everest Base camp and its Temperature
Due to the high altitudes, Mount Everest is covered by snow all year round and the climate here on the mountain is pretty rough. There are heaps of bulky glaciers formed in the valley with the most prominent one being the Rongbuk Glacier consisting of eastern, western and middle Rongbuk glaciers. The most unique aspect of the climate of the camp is the temperature differs in the daytime and at night. And the climate and temperature varies in different seasons and time.

In winter, the region can be snowy and it is the time when you are never recommended to travel there. During July and August too you are not advised to travel because of the rainy season and the road conditions can be very bad.

Everest summit temperature roughly fluctuates between -20ºC to -35ºC during summer. The coldest forecasted summit temperature was -41ºC and the warmest forecasted temperature was -16ºC. The coldest temperature of the year begins in the second half of December and continues until end of January.

Everest Base Camp Weather
The weather from March to May is generally warmer and quieter than September to December. From September to November, it is great time to trek but the region may be busy. Likewise, in December, January and February the weather becomes cold and dry but very quiet.

Average wind coldness for Everest Base Camp is -14C during May and -30C during winter. The summit is reached swiftly in a couple of days when the weather for a short time does not fluctuate. During the spring, the climbs towards 7000 meters are often pleasant and hardly ever cold when the weather is fine. Mountaineering in t-shirts is not exceptional. However, winter is totally different and temperatures call for serious gear that should be warm.
Everest Base Camp Trips
This trip is intended to let people experience the momentous route to the base of the world's highest mountain. A slow way up through wonderful Sherpa villages allows us time to take pleasure in the landscape, wildlife and visit a number of monasteries. You will have an opportunity to hike to both Everest Base Camp and the nearby peak of Kala Pathhar (5545m) for magnificent views of Mount Everest. The main highlights of the trek are stunning views of Mount Everest, exploring Sherpa culture, witnessing Namche Bazaar, Tengboche Monastery, climbing Kala Pattar and visit Everest Base Camp and many more.

After flying in to Lukla, our exciting trek to Everest Base camp takes you through the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar where we trek along an interspersed village with magnificent forests of rhododendron where you can intimately watch the views of Everest and then move forward towards Tengboche monastery (3864m). Then our trip goes up Everest Base Camp at the foot of the Khumbu ice fall before finally making our way back down to Lukla.

Everest Base Camp Trek Reviews
Aside from magnificent landscapes, travelers to the region can experience extraordinary Sherpa culture by visiting monasteries and museums along the way. Days are filled with walking for the pure pleasure of it, past colorful prayer wheels and across swing bridges and we will travel through one of the world heritage site (Sagarmatha national park), to view the various flora and fauna not found in the other side of the globe and the everlasting huge monasteries whose existence goes back way behind the time period. The heady mix of natural beauty, fascinating culture and a personal sense of achievement, as well as warm Nepalese hospitality, makes the Everest Base Camp trek one of the worlds most unforgettable. The trek through Lukla and Himalayas up to Everest Base Camp with magnificent scenery and blue skies everyday day will enchant you. The trekking is not technically difficult, but you should have a solid fitness level and proper gear as it does get very cold higher up, and the altitude can affect you.

The cost for Hiking to Everest Base Camp
Encounters Nepal offers Everest Base Camp trek at a price ranging from 1500USD to 180 USD but it depends on what is included and what is excluded on the service. The cost includes airport pick up and drop by private car or van or bus, standard accommodation at hotel in Kathmandu, standard meals during the trek, best accessible lodging during the trek, porters to carry your luggage during the trek, food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff, Everest National Park permits, Trekkers Information Management System Card (TIMS) and airfare from Kathmandu to Lukla and return to Kathmandu.

Everest Base camp Trek Guidelines
When it comes to your baggage, pack lightly, about 10 to 15kg. A fleece jacket, down jacket and thermal underwear are a must, as the Himalaya gets cold above 3000m any time of the year. Also take two pairs of long pants, two or three T-shirts (synthetic fabrics – not cotton – that wipe away sweat), and another warm jumper or light fleece. Regarding footwear, carry lightly broken-in boots, trekking socks, and sneakers or sandals for evenings. You will also need a raincoat, gloves, woolen hat, sun hat and polarized sunglasses. A good sleeping bag (rated to -20°C/0°F) is necessary; if it’s winter; a thermal liner makes it additional toasty. Pick for travel-size toiletries, including a good sunscreen, lip balm, travel towel and tissues. Baby wipes are handy for days when you can’t shower and, your first aid kit should include medicine for diarrhea, antibiotics for a chest or sinus infection, and adhesive bandages for blisters. Visit your doctor for Nepal-specific immunizations.

Everest Base camp Altitude Porter
Hard working local porters will aid you throughout the trekking. Because they will be carrying supplies, equipment and baggage, trek to these remote areas become possible. So, they should be well treated and well paid. And for the porter's sake, all trekkers keep their luggage bag weight under 25kgs.

Facts about Mt. Everest
Everest was formed about 60 million years ago. In Nepal, it is named as Sagarmatha which means goddess of the sky. In Tibet, Everest is known as Chomolungma meaning mother goddess of the universe. It is situated 27° 59' north latitude and 86 ° 56’ east longitudes. Its summit edge separates Nepal and Tibet. On May 29, 1953 the peak was first ascended by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay through the South Col Route. Sir George Everest was the first person to record the height and location of Mt. Everest and it got its name as Mount Everest from American language.The first solo ascent without oxygen was done on August 20, 1980 by Reinhold Messner, via the NE Ridge to North Face. Likewise, the first winter climb was achieved by L.Cichy and K. Wielicki on February 17, 1980. And the first woman to climb the peak is Junko Tabei on May 16, 1975. The fastest ascent from south was made possible by Babu Chhiri Sherpa in16 hours and 56 minutes. Similarly, Hans Kammerlander, on May, 24, 1996, made the fastest ascent from north side that is in 16 hours 45 minutes from base camp. Moreover, the youngest person to climb the summit was Temba Tsheri at the age 15 on May, 22, 2001 while the oldest person is Sherman Bull at the age of 64 on May. The first legally blind person who reached the summit is Erik Weihenmeyer on May, 25, 2001.Babu Chiri Sherpa stayed at the summit full 21 hours and a half which is the longest stay in the peak. And the only climber to climb all four sides of Everest is Kushang Sherpa. The first person to hike from sea level to summit without oxygen is Tim Macartney Snape on 11th May 1990. The largest number to reach the apex in one day is 40, on May 10, 1993.

When to Trek Everest Base camp
The best time to travel to Everest Base Camp is from early March to the end of October except July and August. During this time, the climate is rather good and the temperature is moderately mild. From early September when the monsoonal rains decrease. By end of September through to December the weather is usually stable with mild to warm days, cold nights. February, March, April, May, October, November, December are favorable to do Everest base camp trek. But you should keep in mind that, although in the daytime, because sun shines it can be warm but it is quite cold at night which can be real low even during summer.
Everest Base camp Trek and the chances of altitude sickness
It is vital to be conscious about the altitude acclimatization required by the human body in mountain conditions, if you really one to make the experience memorable one. Altitude sickness can not only provide you unpleasant moments, but could also force you to change your trekking plans. Symptoms include light headache, nausea and loss of appetite, insomnia, unusual fatigue, lethargy, and sluggishness. In most cases it is treatable on the trial and many make it to the EBC. If not treated well, it could be life threatening. Normally, altitude illness starts from 3,600 meters/11808 feet and above. You will be trekking at a relatively slower and gradual pace as part of adaptation practice. In the high elevation there is a lesser amount of oxygen in the air and this is more so while crossing high passes.

The KHUMBU COUGH
The Khumbu cough and related respiratory ailments in the high altitude are the ordinary features that annoy us. Most adventure seekers often undergo from a usual altitude cough which particularly bothers while sleep. It is better to be aware of this before you trek into the high mountains.

Breathing problems simply challenges gastrointestinal diseases which is the most widespread problems in the trekkers to Nepal. The major factors of respiratory disease s are pollution in the city, cold air in the mountains, dog hair, pollen dust etc. However, guidelines for respiratory ailments are not specific

Khumbu cough is common at high altitudes anywhere in Nepal that particularly disturbs our sleep. Breathing cold air possibly affects you to this cough, which in fact may be caused by virus which does not have associated fever. Sometimes there may even be long spasms of coughing which leave you breathless.

An antihistamine like Benadryl may help, mainly at night, and allow you to sleep more quietly. Codeine, which also reduces coughs, may be harmful at high elevation because it also results in discomfort in breathing. Inhaling air through piece of cloth would help out instead of taking in the cold mountain air. It may be an affecting factor for the cough when you respire through the mouth rather than through the nose, the natural moistening mechanism of the nose is evaded.

Another upsetting factor at high altitude may be blocks which also cause sleeping problems. An airless nose may be a sinus related problem; some allergic or vascular condition may be causing obstruction. It is most likely sinus related disease if the stuffed nose is escorted by fever, headache, and pain around the eye and forehead. He/she should take antibiotics for about two weeks. However, if it simply stuffed nose problem, a steroid nasal inhaler (locally available as Beclate) is very much helpful. If you are smoker and are prone to sinusitis then physician must be address this medical problem at the start of the trip.

Likewise, hazardous disease, bronchitis is another problem that you may undergo while trekking at high altitude. A major cause of bronchitis is wood smoke in house without proper exposure to air, which can annoy your respiring passages and cause coughing. If you begin coughing up yellow or green phlegm, you have suffered from bronchitis and may require antibiotic. A very high fever with cough and phlegm and chest pain could suggest pneumonia, which is not caused by bacteria or virus.

Moreover, if you have asthma and plan to trek, it is of the chief essence to discuss this with your physician. Disease asthma too may cause coughs and panting and has the potential to become a medical emergency. You will have to be aware of many effective treatments for controlling asthma. Exertion and cold air can precipitate asthma, but clear contact with the physician and prophylactic drug treatment can make a large difference.

Because of bacteria or virus, discomfort in the back of the throat (larynx or pharynx) can cause in annoying kind of the cough. Also, difficulty in swallowing, redness in the throat, a change or lose of voice will be an adjunct to it. Infection from the throat region spread inside of the ear and cause not only more coughing, but also pain and deafness in the ear. You will also have fever. And in this case antibiotic can effectively help. The deafness may take as long as a month to return to normal.

Furthermore, coughing along with headache and loss of appetite may be symptom of altitude sickness. The common problem refluxing of food material from the stomach to the upper food pipe (esophagus) can also be treatable cause of persistent cough which get bad while lying down at night. Antacids, light, non fatty meal, and abstinence from alcohol can help this condition.

The Final Words…in a nutshell Well, we reckon we’ve given you almost all of it - the best things to do in the Everest region. Everest Region without doubt is a literal hotspot destination for any tourist, adventure lovers, or trekking aspirants. Adventurers dream and dare to go the mile to the summit of the world's highest peak, nature lovers want to experience the natural splendors the region offers, and trekking buffs would not miss out stepping into some of the most challenging yet extremely rewarding trails this region has to offer. While preparing this list of top 10 things to do in Everest Region, we've given our best thoughts to put together arguably the top 10 important activities you can do hereabouts. However, we still are aware that we could have missed out many other activities and destinations. Some important mentions could be a short hike to Thame village, Solu (Lukla to Jiri) Region, and Thupten Choling Monastery and Retreat Center among a host of others. Thame is a hospitable and welcoming Sherpa village which has given birth to some of the famous climbers like Appa Sherpa. Solu Region offers some of the most magnificent and rewarding trekking options, while Thupten Choling has tales to tell of its own.
What about your favorite 10 in the Everest Region? Let us know and please feel free to discuss about anything we've mentioned in this list. We will be more than ready to clarify any added information you may need. EncountersNepal simply wishes to make your holiday dreams come true

The itinerary we propose to you is only an outline. It is entirely based on your interests & wishes. Bear in mind, however, when you are in the field, our itinerary is implemented practically by our guides who are very at ease, flexible and understanding if any minor changes are required by you, but this can only happen after consultation with the tour leader & the group. Our itinerary is based on making your trip enjoyable to give you maximum pleasure throughout your holiday.

Accommodation during treks in the Annapurna /Everest regions is basic & with double beds. This type of accommodation is called teahouse or lodge and they don’t have attached toilets, however, in some places, teahouse lodges may have special facilities which are very expensive & may vary from $15 to $250.

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