Mt. Everest Base Camp Trek (Sept 15-30, 2022)

NOTE: Trip is 9/15/2024, 9 am - 9/30/2024, 9 am
This bucket list trip embodies the spirit of adventure and the romance of traveling to far off places. Everest Base Camp combines the world’s highest mountain views and Buddhist culture in the captivating Khumbu Valley.

This trek features beautiful landscapes that range from dense rhododendron forests to alpine birch and juniper. As we climb higher, you'll see incredible glaciers and raging wild rivers stemming from the Kumbhu ice falls. Namche bazaar, Khumjung, and Tengbuche are some of the spiritual places where you can view the ancient Everest monasteries, Chhortens, and Sherpa rituals. Imagine walking outside the teahouse after breakfast to see the white peaks of several of the worlds tallest mountains including Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Everest, Island Peak, Thamserku and more. You wont want to miss this adventure and spots are limited. This trip might be a year away but it will fill quick.

Click HERE for a detailed itinerary (Sept 15-30, 2024)

Itinerary overview
Day 1: Kathmandu arrival
Day 2: Kathmandu sightseeing & trip preparation
Day 3: Fly to Lukla (35 min) & trek to Phakding, 3-4 hrs walk
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar, 6-7 hrs walk
Day 5: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
Day 6: Trek to Tengbuche, 5-6 hrs walk
Day 7: Trek to Dingbuche, 5-6 hrs walk
Day 8: Acclimatization day
Day 9: Trek to Lobuche, 5-6 hrs walk
Day 10: Trek to Gorakshep-EBC - Gorakshep, 7-8 hrs walk
Day 11: Hike to Kalapatthar, trek to Pheriche, 7-8 hrs walk
Day 12: Trek to Namche Bazaar, 7-8 hrs walk
Day 13: Trek to Lukla, 7-8 hrs walk
Day 14: Fly to Kathmandu, 35 min
Day 15: Departure

Difficulty: Challenging due to altitude and steep terrain. This trip takes you to Everest Base Camp (17,600') and Kala Patthar (18,400'). Our starting elevation will be in Lukla at 9,400'. We have a relaxed pace and two acclimatization days to help our bodies adjust to the altitude.

Gear: Gear needs are similar to typical hiking gear back home: warm base layers, good footwear, and a few other things. A full gear list will be provided. Some items including a warm puff jacket or sleeping bag for this trip can be provided if needed at no extra cost. Our team of professional porters will carry the bulk of your gear so all you need to worry about are snacks, water, and rain gear.

Price: $2,600 deadline July 1st
A $500 non-refundable deposit will secure your spot.
> Spaces are limited and filled in the order payments are received. > Cancelations made within seven days of payment and on or before the payment deadline are eligible for a refund. Other cancelations will be converted to a credit to be used within one year for another Now Outdoors event.
> Payments can be made on the NOW Outdoors website at https://www.nowoutdoors.org/event-details/ultimate-everest-base-camp-adventure-2024
An RSVP on Meetup without payment will not hold your spot. The trip may fill before the payment deadline.

Cost Includes:

• All airport pick up/drop off
• Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
• A full day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley with tour guide
• Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flight and airport departure, taxes
• Duffle bag, down jacket, sleeping bag
• Shared tea house/lodge accommodation during the trek
• All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) during the trek
• English-speaking guides - Porters
• All necessary paperwork and permits (National park permit, TIMS)
• Comprehensive medical kit
• Farewell dinner in Nepali Authentic Restaurant
• All government taxes
• VAT and office service charge

Cost Excludes:

• International airfare to/from Kathmandu (can be included upon request)
• Nepal Visa fee (bring accurate USD cash and 2 passport size photographs)
• Rescue insurance
• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu before/after our trek
• Excess baggage charges
• Early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
• Personal expenses
• Tips for guides and porters (tipping is expected but not compulsory)