Everest Base Camp over 55's in Comfort
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- Trekking and Hiking
- Adventure
- Young Adults
- Customizable
- duration 21 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 18-99 yrs
- max group size 16
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-16261
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- Operated in English
- Savour this classic trek on a well paced itinerary with ample acclimatisation days
- Gaze upon Mt Everest and surrounding peaks from Kala Pattar at 5545m
- Experience the thriving Sherpa mountain village of Namche Bazaar
- Immerse yourself in Buddhist culture at Thyangboche Monastery
- Trek through sherpa villages including Khunde and Khumjung, the location of Sir Edmund Hillary's school and hospital
- Enjoy a magnificent Himalayan mountain flight to Lukla
- Immerse yourself in Kathmandu
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A more leisurely paced trek to Everest Base Camp with a climb of Kala Pattar. All the highlights you would expect from the Everest region are included in this well paced trek to Everest Base Camp. We take extra time to acclimatise whilst exploring the often overlooked corners such as Khumjung, Khunde and Pangboche, before ascending above the tree line to Thyangboche, with time to explore the famous Thyangboche Monastery before continuing to Deboche. Descending through rhododendron forest we emerge into the upper reaches of the Khumbu, and surrounded by the worlds most famous peaks we make our way to Everest Base Camp. During the months of March to May we can see many climbing expeditions preparing to climb the most famous mountain on our planet. We have also factored extra time up high in order to provide the best chances of climbing Kala Pattar, which will provide unrivalled views and photo opportunities of Mount Everest and surrounding peaks. This trek provides the very best chances of achieving your goal of reaching Everest Base Camp and of climbing Kala Pattar, with all accommodation in comfortable eco lodges and our exclusive private eco campsites with off the ground camp beds and heated dining rooms.
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Day 1 : Join Kathmandu
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Day 2 : Free day or drive to Ramechap (approx 5 hours)
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Day 3 : Fly Lukla (2800m). Trek to Ghat (2530m). Walk approx 2 hours
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Day 4 : To Monjo (2850m). Walk approx 4-5 hours
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Day 5 : To Namche (3440m). Walk approx 4-5 hours
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Day 6 : Rest day Namche Bazaar
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Day 7 : To Kyangjuma (3550m) via Khumjung, walk approx 3-4 hours
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Day 8 : Trek to Pangboche (3930m) walk approx 5-6 hours
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Day 9 : Trek to Dingboche (4360m). Walk approx 3-4 hours
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Day 10 : Rest day in Dingboche
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Day 11 : To Lobuche (4930m). Walk approx 6 hours
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Day 12 : To Gorak Shep (5288m) & Base Camp (5360m). Walk approx 7-8 hours
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Day 13 : Ascend Kala Pattar (5545m). To summit and return approx. 5 hours
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Day 14 : Descend to Dingboche. Walk approx. 6 hours.
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Day 15 : To Pangboche, walk approx. 3 hours.
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Day 16 : To Phortse Tenga (3680m), walk approx 4 hours
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Day 17 : Return to Namche (3440m), walk approx. 4 hours
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Day 18 : To Ghat (2530m). Walk approx 3-4 hours
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Day 19 : To Lukla (2800m). Walk approx 3 hours
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Day 20 : Fly to Kathmandu or return via Ramechap.
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Day 21 : In Kathmandu, trip concludes
- 4 star Radisson Hotel in Kathmandu
- Accommodation on trek in a combination of comfortable eco lodges, and our private eco-comfort camps with off the ground camp beds, mattresses and pillows
- 20 breakfasts, 18 lunches and 18 dinners including all meals on trek valued at US$850
- Return flights to/from Lukla included
- Private transportation
- Expert bilingual guide
- An extra 5kg luggage allowance on Lukla flight, total 20kg
- All park entrance fees and trekking permits
- Group medical kit
- Insurance, protective clothing, food and shelter for porters
- Porters to carry all personal and group equipment
- Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
- Bottled water, aerated & alcoholic drinks
- Items of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry, etc
- International flights
- Airport and departure taxes
- Travel Insurance
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Everest Base Camp over 55's in Comfort tour. You can cancel the tour up to 72 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 71 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 13 September 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 13 September 2024, a deposit of 319 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 71 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceEverest Base Camp over 55's in Comfort tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Everest Base Camp over 55's in Comfort tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
For Solo TravelersA twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.
COVID-19 Safety MeasuresThis trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene global standardised protocols have been adopted.
- Smaller group sizes have been implemented on this tour to protect against COVID-19 and to ensure that the tour complies with local authorities’ guidelines.
- Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
- Guides are trained in our COVID-19 response plan that has been developed in line with state government medical provisions.
- All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure.
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How much money do I need to bring with me?
Your personal budget obviously depends on your spending habits and what is included in your trip cost. If accommodation is included, but meals are not, we would suggest that you bring around 30 USD per day per person for meals. Having a hot shower or charging your device sometimes costs extra. There are also sometimes small crafts/souvenirs to buy along the trekking route which you may want to bring extra money for. Also, consider whether you would be staying in Kathmandu or Pokhara before or after your trek.
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What is the weather going to be like when I travel to Everest Base Camp?
The weather in Nepal varies by season. For example, November to January is the dry season with sunny days, clear skies and usually no rain. However, on Everest Base Camp, the temperatures at this altitude will be cold, particularly at night. February to May and September to October is the most popular time to travel to EBC, with usually fairly dry and stable weather, although there may be the occasional shower. June to August is monsoon season in Nepal, but once you pass 3,000 meters altitude there is less and less rain. Check out our guide on the best time to visit Nepal for more on specific monthly climate and seasons.
- Is quarantine in Nepal in effect for arriving visitors?
- Are there bag weight restrictions for the small aircraft flight from Kathmandu to Lukla?
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How much should my backpack weigh?
A properly packed backpack (not including your day pack) should ideally not weigh more than 13 kg. It is also important to note that if you are taking a flight to the start of your trek, many smaller aircraft have weight restrictions. For example, if you are flying from Kathmandu to Lukla, you are only allowed 10kg of checked luggage, and 5 kg of hand baggage. Thus, in case of a small flight, you should ideally pack a 10 kg backpack for checked luggage, and then add 5 kg in your hand baggage. You can then re-shuffel the weigt once you start your trek at the trailhead.