Mountain Trek / Everest Region / Nepal Everest Base Camp Comfort TrekNext tentative Date: Available as a Private Trek on a date of your preference.
Discover the best of Everest Base Camp in comfort, with luxurious stays, mesmerizing mountain views, and a journey through diverse terrain, all while immersing in the unique culture of the Khumbu region. |
Embarking on the EBC Comfort Trek offers an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Everest region, with its awe-inspiring Himalayan landscapes and rich Sherpa culture. The trail leads you through dense rhododendron forests, across suspension bridges, and into quaint villages like Phakding and Namche, where local hospitality and cultural traditions leave a lasting impression. The trek gradually ascends, offering panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and more, while comfortable lodges ensure a restful stay. Reaching Everest Base Camp feels triumphant, surrounded by the grandeur of the Khumbu Icefall as the high-altitude air fills with serenity. A sunrise hike to Kalapatthar crowns the experience, revealing Everest in its full glory before the descent back through the peaceful valleys.
Comfortable Accommodation: Enjoy warm and cozy lodges at every stop, offering comfort after long days of trekking, with hot showers, warm beds, and excellent meals that elevate the entire trekking experience. | |
Diverse Trails and Terrain: Traverse through lush rhododendron forests, rocky paths, and glacier-carved landscapes, with well-maintained trails offering a safe and enjoyable journey throughout the trek. | |
Spectacular Himalayan Landscapes: Experience panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam as you trek through breathtaking valleys and high passes, capturing the majestic essence of the world's tallest peaks. | |
Rich Sherpa Culture: Immerse yourself in the local Sherpa communities, visiting monasteries like Tengboche, and experiencing their unique hospitality, traditions, and deep-rooted connection to Buddhism. | |
Abundant Wildlife: Encounter Himalayan wildlife like yaks, musk deer, and colorful pheasants, with the occasional sighting of eagles and vultures soaring high above the mountains. | |
Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar: Reaching Everest Base Camp feels like a climactic achievement, but the sunrise hike to Kalapatthar offers unparalleled views of Everest and the surrounding peaks, making it a once-in-a-lifetime experience. | |
Slow and Steady Acclimatization: With the trek designed for comfort, the pace allows for proper acclimatization, ensuring you adjust smoothly to the altitude and enjoy the trek with minimal strain, enhancing your overall enjoyment. |
All our treks are carefully designed with proper acclimatization measures - comfortably paced walks and several acclimatization stops along the way. If you are a fit person with prior multiday trekking experience, the Everest Base Camp Trek is definitely for you!
The trails start off wide and eventually dwindle to rocky paths as you gain elevation. While the overall gradient is gradual, expect a few steep climbs, notably to Namche, Tengboche, and Kalapatthar. The average walking hours per day range between 5 to 7 hours. You will only be carrying a day bag as there will be porters to carry the rest of your stuff throughout the trek. For most of the trek, we stay at the most comfortable lodges with clean and comfortable rooms, except in Lobuche and Gorakshep.
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Spring is the second most popular time to trek in the region, with gorgeous mountain vistas. The weather is blissful, and the trails are adorned with vibrant rhododendron flowers from mid-March onwards. The skies are sunny, clear, and the days are warm, with average temperatures ranging between 10°C to 20°C (50°F to 68°F). There are chances of occasional downpours and flight cancellations towards the end of May, so make sure to carry rain gear. It is a slightly less busy time of the year compared to fall, but please be prepared for crowded trails and lodges.
Monsoon glistens the hills with deep colors of greens and blooming wildflowers in the meadowy patches. The average temperatures hover between 15°C to 20°C (59°F to 68°F) and are humid. However, it also brings landslides, obstructed roads, slippery trails, and leeches in dozens if not more. There are high chances of flight cancellations, as well as rockfalls and landslides on the roads leading up to the trailheads. While early June and late September are still advisable for trekking, July and August are out of the option. Not many people trek during peak monsoon, so hotels aren’t fully operational.
Fall in Nepal blesses you with the clearest blue skies, with mountains gracing their glorious presence on the horizon. No wonder, the season sees the highest number of trekkers, making it the most popular time to trek in Nepal. Trekking in these months is perfect as the days are warm and sunny, and the nights are cold. The average daytime temperature is 10°C to 20°C (50°F to 68°F), and it can drop to freezing temperatures at night. With bustling trekkers in full swing, all the lodges are very busy, so advance booking is a must.
Winter in the region is extremely cold, with temperatures dropping below the freezing point. During Jan and Feb, trails can be snowy, and high mountain passes will be inaccessible. The average daytime temperature ranges between -5°C to 10°C (23°F to 50°F). The temperature drops significantly during nights and snowy days. Winter boasts some dazzling views of the snowcapped mountains and is also a good time for wildlife sightings as the wild animals descend to the lowlands. If you can brave the cold and pack well, Dec can be one of the best times with great views. Most hotels remain closed, and it is not advised to trek in the peak winter of Jan and Feb.
Group Size | Price per person* |
3 people | USD 2200 |
4 - 7 people | USD 2000 |
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Incredible view from Kalapatthar
Evening in Kalapatthar, a favorite vantage point to see Khumbu mountains from
Yaks strolling with the giant Lhotse mountain in the backdrop
Gorgeous view of Everest and Lhotse seen from the walk from Namche towards Tengboche
Giant mountains tower over you in all directions as you walk along Khumbu glacier
High snowcapped mountains overlook Tengboche
Buddhist prayer wheel in Namche outskirts beneath Kongde mountain
At the break of dawn
Trudging on towards Everest Base Camp
Everst, Lhotse and Amam Dablam as seen from Pangboche
Lady in Khumbu donning traiditional Sherpa clothes
From a tiny hamlet, Namche has steady grown in the last couple of decades to become a sizeable and dense town
Yaks heading to lower altitudes, back from Everest Base Camp. Rrocky debris over Khumbu glacier can be seen between the mountains and yaks
Fourth highest mountain in the world, Lhotse at 8516m
A lady in Pangboche clad in vibrant Sherpa attire called Bakkhu
Ama Dablam mountain in her postcard shape, seen from Pangboche
Perched on a hillside, Lukla Airpot is as thrilling as it is picturesque
Everest and Lhotse at sunset
Everest Base Camp can get freezing cold, especially at night. Overnight stay in Base Camp is permitted only for people climbing Everest
Ama Dablam seen through the ornately decorated gate of Tengboche Monastery
Tengboche Monastery has what is though to be a Yeti skull on display at its entrance
Khumbu mountains and a yak ferrying goods
Horse grazing in Tengboche, on the horizon are Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam mountains
Waiting for the sun after a chilly morning climb to Kalapatthar
Camps set up by mountaineers in Everest Base Camp next to Khumbu glacier
Towering mountains and deep valleys best describe Everest trek
Strolling along the ridge in Pangboche
Yaks in Tengboche
The ampitheatre of Namche Bazaar, often called the gateway to Everest
Traditional Sherpa houses of Upper Pangboche
Boulders and big rocks are considered holy and worshipped by Buddhists and Hindus alike
Dingboche is the last village before Everest Base Camp
Chhorten, a Buddhist monument, seemingly mimics the color and shape of Ama Dablam
When you reach Dingboche, Ama Dablam looks vastly different and almost unrecognizable from her classic postcard shape
Himalayan Tahrs are not an uncommon sight on the trek
Lenticular clouds over Everest
Little Sherpa kid. Cold wind and low moisture leads to rosy red cheeks in highlands
Buddhist monks at a festival in Namche
Tengboche village and monastery complemented by Kongde and Khumbila mountains
Day 1 |
Kathmandu - Manthali - Lukla - Phakding |
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Day 2 |
Phakding - Namche |
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Day 3 |
Namche |
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Day 4 |
Namche - Deboche |
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Day 5 |
Deboche - Dingboche |
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Day 6 |
Dingboche |
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Day 7 |
Dingboche - Lobuche |
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Day 8 |
Lobuche - Gorakhshep - EBC - Gorakhshep |
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Day 9 |
Gorakhshep - Kalapatthar - Pheriche |
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Day 10 |
Pheriche - Namche |
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Day 11 |
Namche - Lukla |
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Day 12 |
Lukla - Manthali - Kathmandu |
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Day 1 |
Kathmandu - Manthali - Lukla - Phakding |
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Drive from Kathmandu to Manthali Airport 3.5 to 4.5 hrs An early morning drive from Kathmandu on winding roads takes us to Manthali, a tiny little town in Ramechhap district. Manthali Airport has been the gateway to Lukla since 2019. We start around 2 or 3 am in the morning following the Sunkoshi and Tamakoshi rivers, and reach Manthali right on time to catch the 6:30 or 7 am flight to Lukla.Note: All the flights to Lukla operate from Manthali Airport, Ramechhap during the months of March, April, May, October, November and December. |
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Fly from Manthali to Lukla 20 mins A short, scenic and exhilarating mountain flight takes us from Manthali to Lukla, the gateway of Everest Region. |
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Trek from Lukla to Phakding 4 to 4.5 hrs We meet the rest of our crew, arrange our baggages, have breakfast, and embark on a journey to Phakding, passing exciting suspension bridges and tiny village settlements following the Koshi river. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Yeti Mountain Home, Phakding
Day 2 |
Phakding - Namche |
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Trek from Phakding to Namche 5 to 6 hrs We walk northward along the banks of Koshi and reach the entry point of Sagarmatha National Park, from where the gruelling uphill awaits before we reach the amphitheater town of Namche, nestled perfectly atop a hill. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring monasteries, mountain museums, tiny cafes and coffee bars. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Everest, Namche
Day 3 |
Namche |
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Trek from Namche to Hotel Everest View (Acclimatization) 4 to 5 hrs We take it slow and easy to the peaceful and serene settlement of Khumjung today. We stop by Hotel Everest View for a stunning view of the Everest mountain chain on the way. The green-roofed valley of Khumjung and Khunde offers several options to explore, including a monastery housing a (supposed) yeti scalp and a school established by Edmund Hillary. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Everest, Namche
Day 4 |
Namche - Deboche |
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Trek from Namche to Deboche 5 to 6 hrs The walk on the first bit is a combination of minor uphills, downhills and flats with views of the picturesque Ama Dablam mountain staying with us, followed by an arduous uphill to Tengboche. After exploring the biggest monastery of the region, we trudge on and stop at Deboche village. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Rivendell Lodge, Deboche
Day 5 |
Deboche - Dingboche |
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Trek from Deboche to Dingboche 5 to 6 hrs We're greeted by the charismatic Ama Dablam in the morning. The trek to Dingboche today is only a few hours, but you will feel the altitude and notice a complete change in vegetation and landscape as we leave the tree line behind and walk the arid lands of Khumbu. We settle in a mountain lodge, our home for the following day. You can either choose to rest or take short hikes to nearby hills. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Bright Star Lodge, Dingboche
Day 6 |
Dingboche |
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Acclimatization hike to Nangkartsang and rest in Dingboche In the morning, we take an acclimatization hike to the Nangkartsang peak or a hilltop before it. We are rewarded with the alluring face of Ama Dablam and severeal other mountains from this gorgeous vantage point. We slowly head down for lunch, and have the rest of the day for leisure. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Bright Star Lodge, Dingboche
Day 7 |
Dingboche - Lobuche |
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Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche 4 to 5 hrs After a gradual uphill, we walk the wide barren flats until the white-washed rocky terrains show up. Lobuche memorial sits right where our short but tough uphill ends. We take a break here to admire the grandeur of the Himalayas and pay respect to all who lost their lives in the mountains. In no time, you’ll find yourself walking on lateral moraines of Khumbu glacier before you reach Lobuche. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Day 8 |
Lobuche - Gorakhshep - EBC - Gorakhshep |
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Trek from Lobuche to Gorakhshep 2 to 3 hrs We set off to Gorakhshep (the last settlement) on rocky trails shared by yak caravans ferrying goods. Khumbu glacier stays right next to you with tiny turquoise water bodies. |
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Hike to Everest Base Camp, and back to Gorakhshep 3 to 4 hrs We leave our bags in the hotel (our home for the night), have a quick lunch, and set about to the grand prize - Everest Base Camp. Setting foot on the icy terrain surrounded by mountains on all sides is an ineffable feeling. Relish the moment by taking pictures with the massifs of Khumbu mountains on the backdrop before heading back. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Day 9 |
Gorakhshep - Kalapatthar - Pheriche |
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Morning hike to Kalapatthar view point 3 to 4 hrs A pre-dawn start to Kalapatthar as we set off on a grueling ascent to catch the first rays of golden light over Everest. Everest stands tall and enchanting with the other giants in the frame - Lhotse and Nuptse adjoining to the right and left from the viewpoint of Kalapatthar. Pumori perfects the frame with its imposing massif. |
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Hike back to Gorakhshep, and onto Pheriche 4 to 5 hrs There's a long day ahead of us. After descending and having breakfast in Gorakhshep, we make our way to Pheriche through the rocky terrains of Lobuche and Thukla. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: The Edelweiss, Pheriche
Day 10 |
Pheriche - Namche |
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Trek from Pheriche to Namche 6 to 7 hrs We start early today to make it to Namche Bazaar before dark. The trails keep rolling up and down through valleys and villages you crossed on your way up. We stop in Tengboche for lunch and in Kyanjuma for a quick tea break. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Namche, Namche Bazaar
Day 11 |
Namche - Lukla |
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Trek from Namche to Lukla 6 to 7 hrs The final trekking day is also a long one. We leave Namche and take the same route back to Lukla. The team will gather to share laughs and maybe raise a glass or two before flying out of Lukla the next morning. We thank porters and assistant guide, and bid them farewell. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Himalaya Lodge, Lukla
Day 12 |
Lukla - Manthali - Kathmandu |
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Fly from Lukla to Manthali airport 20 mins An early breakfast and we fly out of Khumbu with glimpses of the mountains we saw from the trails. |
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Drive from Manthali to Kathmandu 5 to 6 hrs With memories to cherish a lifetime, we hop on our car and drive back to Kathmandu on the same roads we took the first day. |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Yeti Mountain Home, Phakding |
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Phakding
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• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Garden | • | Outdoor Seating |
Hotel Everest, Namche |
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Namche Bazaar
Hotel Everest, Namche |
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Rivendell Lodge, Deboche |
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• | Private Bathroom | • | Hot Shower | • | Free Toiletries | • | Towels | • | Electric Blanket | • | Slippers | • | Hot Water Thermos | • | Daily Housekeeping |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Garden | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Bright Star Lodge, Dingboche |
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Mountain Lodge |
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Mountain lodges are the basic accommodation set up by locals to cater to trekkers in the trails. The common features across all lodges are standard rooms, a spacious and heated dining hall, and a restaurant with a menu. The rooms in mountain lodges generally have two or three twin beds with a mattress and blanket. If you are used to sleeping warm, we highly recommend bringing your own sleeping bag and liner. Other amenities could be a table, hanger, and dustbin but do not expect to have charging ports and attached toilets in the rooms. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
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• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
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Mountain lodges are the basic accommodation set up by locals to cater to trekkers in the trails. The common features across all lodges are standard rooms, a spacious and heated dining hall, and a restaurant with a menu. The rooms in mountain lodges generally have two or three twin beds with a mattress and blanket. If you are used to sleeping warm, we highly recommend bringing your own sleeping bag and liner. Other amenities could be a table, hanger, and dustbin but do not expect to have charging ports and attached toilets in the rooms. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
• | Shared Toilet |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
The Edelweiss, Pheriche |
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• | Private Bathroom | • | Hot Shower | • | Towels | • | Electric Blanket | • | Slippers | • | Hot Water Thermos |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Hotel Namche, Namche Bazaar |
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• | Private Bathroom | • | Hot Shower | • | Towels | • | Electric Blanket | • | Slippers | • | Power Socket | • | Hot Water Thermos |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Terrace | • | POS Machine | • | Mountain Views |
Himalaya Lodge, Lukla |
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Lukla
• | Room Service | • | Private Bathroom | • | Hot Shower | • | Towels | • | Electric Blanket | • | Slippers | • | Power Socket | • | Hot Water Thermos | • | Daily Housekeeping |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Garden | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
For those short on time or looking to add an exhilarating experience of flying over the majestic Himalayas, you have the option to charter a private helicopter on the way down. Inquire for prices and options!
Group Size | Price per person* |
3 people | USD 2200 |
4 - 7 people | USD 2000 |
Valid until Dec 31st, 2024
For people trekking solo or as a duo, kindly inquire for prices. As fixed costs are shared among limited people, prices are slightly higher.
If you’d like your own room in each hotel, please let us know. An additional expense is applicable. Please note that booking a single room is subject to availability in Lobuche and Gorakhshep.
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We take altitude sickness very seriously and all our itineraries are designed to go on a slow pace, covering short distances as we go higher. With the increase in every thousand meters, we stay an extra night at the same stop or place with a similar elevation to acclimatize our bodies to the altitude.
During the trek, we will also take precautions by staying hydrated, avoiding alcohol consumption, and going for acclimatization hikes as needed. Our guide will check your vitals with oximeter every evening during the trek so we know how your body is reacting to the changing elevation. If you see any symptoms of AMS or have a headache, please contact our guide immediately. In most cases, mild headaches can be tackled with food, hydration and rest. We don’t recommend diamox (pills for altitude sickness) but you can take it as precaution starting a day or two before the trek if you are coming from sea level.
Our guide will have a well-equipped first-aid kit at all times. Please go through our equipment and medical checklist for better preparedness as the common problems like foot blisters and knee pain can be tackled with proper packing. If you have any pre-existing health conditions, kindly let us know when booking.
Pack your passport, flight tickets, phone, wallet, camera equipment, cash, and all your valuables in your day pack or waist belt. Please don’t bring or carry expensive items like jewellery etc or a large sum of cash while travelling for security reasons.
Buying and renting gears – Kathmandu has a lot of gear shops. If you happen to miss anything, you can buy them at Thamel before your trek. Items like a sleeping bag can be rented in Kathmandu for about USD 1 a day
What not to carry – Oxygen cylinders, drones and satellite phones without permission, and sharp items like nail clippers and scissors, etc., can be confiscated at the airport.
• | Hiking Boots with a good grip |
• | Rain gear (for you and your bag) |
• | Comfortable hiking pants |
• | Quick dry, breathable T-shirts |
• | Windproof Jacket |
• | Sleepwear |
• | Trekking Socks (thick) |
• | Underwear |
• | Neck buff/ gaiter |
• | Sun hat/cap |
• | Downjacket |
• | Thermals (top and bottom) |
• | Fleece jacket |
• | Sleeping bag |
• | Sleeping bag liner |
• | Gloves |
• | Woolen hat/beanie |
• | Day bag |
• | Duffel bag (for porter) |
• | Quick dry towel |
• | Extra pair of shoes (preferably, slip-ons) |
• | Water bottle or camel bladder (1.5 litres). |
• | LifeStraw filter or purification tablets |
• | Flask (for hot water) |
• | Walking Poles |
• | Sunglasses (Polarized, with good UV protection) |
• | Locks for your backpack/luggage |
• | Waist belt |
• | A pair of binoculars |
• | Trail snacks and energy bars |
• | Head lamp (with extra batteries) |
• | Camera with charger and extra batteries |
• | Phone with charger |
• | Power bank |
• | Travel adapter (type C, D and M) |
• | Sunscreen (SPF 30 or above) |
• | Sanitizer |
• | Wet wipes |
• | Toiletries (incl toilet papers, soap, etc) |
• | Personal first aid kit |
• | Rehydration salts/tablets |
• | Throat lozenges |
• | Prescription Medications |
• | Lipbalm (SPF 30 or above) |
• | Passport with visa |
• | A copy of Work ID (for expats) |
• | A copy of Insurance papers |
• | Permits (carried by guide) |
• | Flight tickets (carried by guide) |
• | Money |
• | Credit Card |
The overall baggage limit is 15kgs (33lbs) per passenger, a policy set by the airlines for mountain flights. Excess weight is allowed at an additional expense. However, we recommend not exceeding this weight limit as it should be sufficient for the trek.
During the trek, porters are assigned to carry your bags. One porter carries the luggage of two trekkers in a big duffel bag that the company provides. The maximum weight carried by one porter is 25kgs (55lbs). This means you will pack two bags for your trek: a day bag for yourself and a softshell duffel that goes inside the porter’s bag.
A duffel bag is your pack that goes inside the porter’s bag. You can also go for a backpack as long as it is soft-shelled and easy to squeeze in. Each duffel bag can be no more than 75 liters & 10-12 kg per person or 150 liters & 20-25 kg for two people. Everything that you will not need during the walking hours of the day will go in a duffel bag. Do not put your valuables in it, as well as any items like cameras/laptops with a risk of getting crushed.
A day bag is your backpack that you will carry during the trek. Anything that you will need during the day, like rain gear, a warm layer, a water bottle, sunscreen, basic toiletries, your phone, and camera, money, important documents, a pair of gloves, a hat, and a few snacks, goes in this bag. A 35-50 liters bag & 5-6 kgs is your ideal daypack. It is advised to buy a good quality bag with adjustable waist straps, as good load distribution makes all the difference while trekking.
Please print and fill up the Booking Form. It’s pretty simple and short, please let us know if we can help you with it.
We’ll send terms and conditions, along with payment details. To confirm your spot, please pay 50% of the trip cost in advance.
Note: Full payment to be made at least 7 days before trip departure.
A few days before the trip, the lead guide will host a small briefing to discuss logistics and safety matters, and also answer any questions you have.
Do some light training and set your gears. Then off to the mountains we go!