Worry free and well organised hike to EBC. Special thanks to Surya who was instrumental in clarifying all queries since the time we booked the package. Kudos to our guide bipen for this patience and being with us all throughout and ensured all 8 completed base camp and returned safely back to Katmandu. Highly recommended them and i am sure u won't be disappointed. Many thanks once again.
Everest Base Camp Trek - 12 days Id been wanting to do the Everest Base Camp Trek for years. The scenery was spectacular from day one. The change in elevation isnt easy but the journey includes a couple of acclimatization days. I trekked in March, and be prepared for a big change of temperature from day to night. Days can be warm, hitting t-shirt weather by mid-day, but the nights dip below freezing. The guesthouses arent heated, so youll be needing those down jackets and warm sleeping bags. The weather was mostly clear and sunny, but a snowstorm set in as we neared base camp, so be prepared for all weathers. Shades, sunscreen, gloves, hats and scarfs are a must. There are many little villages along the route, so theres always somewhere to call in for lunch, and numerous shops if you need any more hiking supplies, most noticeably in the town of Namche in which youll spend a couple of days. Wifi and charging services can be found in most guesthouses, though these will not be free beyond Lukla. Our guide Nuri was excellent, always cheerful, knowledgeable and making sure we were OK. And a big thanks to our porters Durgha and Abhinash. I has initially thought about trying to carry all my own stuff on the trek, but opted for a porter the day before the trek. And Im very glad I did, it was a tough walk at times even with just my day bag. Please note that flights between Kathmandu and Lukla can be cancelled in the case of bad weather. So always book your flights onwards from Kathmandu a couple of days after the trek ends in case you have problems getting back.
We actually had a great time in chitwan, saw rhinos, monkey, crocodiles and many more animals. What I really disliked was that the offered elephant safari would have been with 5 people per elephant! Terrible!! All the elephants we saw were in captivity. The jungle walk was great, the canoe trip was so-so. During keep safari the guide didnt really spot animals, more the tourists did. Otherwise-the Hotel was fine, super friendly staff. Transfers were really easy.