Everest Base Camp Trek is the ultimate solution to reach the foothill of the Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak. Mt. Everest is the world's highest mountain, rising majestically 8,848 meters above sea level. It is so massive that the local people call it Sagarmatha, meaning Mother of the Universe. Kalapathar at the altitude of 5643 meters is nearby Everest Base Camp is the best view point for 360-degree panoramic view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho Oyu and other peaks.
In fact Everest Base Camp trek is the blend of natural beauty and cultural diversity. It provides you a lifetime memories. Besides, the magnificent mountain views the lush valleys, eye catching landscapes, Sherpa villages with their unique housing styles and centuries old monasteries are other attractions of Everest Base Camp trek.
There is no doubt that Everest Trek is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see some of the most breathtaking scenery imaginable and hike the most famous trekking route in the world. The trek begins with a scenic flight to Lukla from Kathmandu. You will then trek to Phakding and continue ahead to reach Namche Bazaar. You will rest at the Namche Bazaar, which is the trade center in the Everest region.
From here, the trail goes through beautiful forests of pines and rhododendrons to take you to Tengboche. At Tengboche, the Tengboche Monastery, the largest Buddhist monastery in the Khumbu region, which is located on the lap of Mt. Ama Dablam is another important alluring site. The monastery reflect the Tibetan Buddhist art and artifacts.
You will then trek towards Everest Base Camp and ascend to the famous Kala Pathar from where you get panoramic views of Mt. Everest (8,848 m) and other surrounding peaks. It’s a good hike to Kala Pathar to test your endurance level.
When you reach top of Kala Patthar, you will find yourself in the most spectacular place ever imaginable. You will be standing in between the almighty mountains that rise above eight thousand meters and will be celebrating their splendor. The awe-inspiring views of the beautiful mountains swaddled in the glittering white snow takes you to a place beyond your imagination.
After climb of Kalapathar, you retrace your journey towards Lukla staying night at Pheriche and Namche Bazaar. Then with flight you back to Kathmandu.
The best time to go on this trek is from mid-September to early December and from March to May. The weather will be clear and almost stable at this time of the year with the mild-warm days and cold nights.