Limited spots available - maximum 6 people to a trekking group! In light of the global pandemic, we have adopted several safety and health protocols for all our treks and hikes. Your wellbeing is our top priority. Bookings are now more flexible, and a full refund is guaranteed should departure dates shift due to any extenuating circumstances.
Covid-19 Full UpdateWe have devised several guidelines and updated our booking policies to ensure safety and peace of mind of our trekkers. Before booking a trip with us, please review the following health and safety protocols, as well as flexible cancellation and refund policies.
Before departure, we require all travellers to sign a liability waiver and an indemnity agreement acknowledging risks related to traveling during the pandemic. Travellers also need to confirm that they are not experiencing any Covid-19 symptoms, are not under any self-quarantine orders, and have not been in contact with someone suspected or confirmed with Covid-19 symptoms.
PCR tests may or may not be required depending on the trek we choose. We’ll comply with the PCR requirement according to the updated guidelines specified by the local government. Please check Covid Protocol under Important Details section on trip pages for accurate information.
We require all health and safety guidelines be followed on the trip. This includes wearing a mask (especially when we’re near a village or locals), maintaining a safe distance, washing hands, and using hand sanitizer frequently. Please respect and follow local health guidelines.
We’ve handpicked hotels that specialize in quality service and disinfect rooms along with the physical amenities (like doorknobs, phones, and possible areas of contact) before every check-in.
Domestic and international airlines, along with airports, have set safety requirements for travellers, which include wearing masks and face shields. Body temperature is measured before you enter the terminal, in-flight food services are suspended, and bags are disinfected. Likewise, physical distancing needs to be maintained while queuing, boarding, and de-boarding flights.
Given hotels, vehicles and flights require prebooking, cancellation charges are applicable and the amount is contingent on cancellation date.
Prior to 30 days before the trip start date | Within 7 to 29 days before the trip start date | Within 3 to 6 days before the trip start date | Within 1 to 2 days before the trip start date | |
Trip cancellation by the client | 90% of the total trip amount refunded | 75% refunded | 25% refunded | No refund |
Trip cancellation by the company(due to any reason beyond our control) | Full refund | Full refund | Full refund | Full refund |
Alteration/modification in booking by the client | No charges will be levied | No charges will be levied | No alteration option available for changes in flights, transport, and hotel date | No alteration option available for changes in flights, transport, and hotel date |
All refunds will be made in Nepali Rupees no later than 30 days from the allocated trip end date, by cash or bank transfer.
Price per person* | |
Expats | USD 1100 |
Foreign Nationals | USD 1250 |
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For international travelers, we can add three extra days, which includes accommodation in a three-star hotel for three nights, airport pickup & drop off. Please see Prices section for detail.Make it a Private Trek
Mountain treks are available as a private departure - just for you, your friends, family and colleagues - on a date of your preference. A minimum group size of four is required for standard prices. For smaller group sizes, please inquire.Maximum 6 to a group
Maximum 35 to a group
12 days | Challenging | USD 1100 |
The crème de la crème of the Himalayas! Get an up close view of Everest and countless other Khumbu mountains on this incredible adventure.
In light of the pandemic, several safety and health protocols are in full effect. Well-being of our trekkers is our top priority. Bookings are now more flexible, with possible full refund upon cancellation.
The crème de la crème of the Himalayas! Get an up close view of Everest and countless other Khumbu mountains on this adventure of a lifetime.
Is this trek for me? All our treks, including EBC, are carefully designed with proper acclimatization measures - comfortably paced walks and several acclimatization stops on the way. If you are a moderately fit person with a prior multiday trekking experience, Everest Base Camp Trek is definitely for you! The trails start off wide and eventually dwindle to rocky trails as you gain elevation. While the overall gradient is gradual, expect a few steep climbs - notably to Namche, Tengboche, and Kalapatthar. The weather can get iffy and cold, esp at elevations over 3,500m (11,482ft). Throughout the trek we stay at standard mountain lodges with clean and comfortable rooms.
Conquer your mountain dreams with lofty peaks guiding your trails to the foot of the sky-scraping Himalayan giants - Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Makalu and the showstopping Mount Everest. | |
Encounter some of the most spectacular sunrise and sunsets of your life from the iconic viewpoint of Kalapatthar (5,500m). | |
Experience Himalayan lifestyle and culture up close in the Sherpa capital. Follow yak caravans, get baffled with Yeti tales, and chant prayers with monks in monasteries. | |
Watch alien landscapes come alive with trails changing from coniferous and birch forests alongside blue waters to barren valleys, chalky rivers, and glaciers. Keep an eye out for musk deer and exotic birds as you pass these landscapes. |
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We take an early morning flight to the popular mountain town of Lukla accompanied by our lead guide. The 30-min flight is an exhilarating experience with some turbulence and plenty of breathtaking Himalayan views.
In Lukla, the rest of our local team (assistant guides and porters) will join us. Before heading off to the trails, we’ll have a quick introduction and briefing over breakfast. Our lunch spot for the day is Phakding, a four-hour pleasant walk from Lukla and the night stop, Monjo, lies two hours farther ahead. The trails on the first day pass through exciting suspension bridges and tiny village settlements following the Koshi river.
Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla |
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Trek from Lukla to Monjo |
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Continuing from Monjo, we walk northward along the banks of Koshi and reach the entry point of Sagarmatha National Park. The gruelling uphill of almost two and a half hours awaits before you reach the amphitheater town of Namche, nestled perfectly atop a hill.
Spend the rest of the day exploring monasteries, mountain museums, tiny cafes, coffee bars and purchasing gears and souvenirs.
Trek from Monjo to Namche |
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Having crossed 3,000m in elevation, we take it slow and easy to the peaceful and serene settlement of Khumjung. On our way, we stop by Hotel Everest View in Syangboche for a stunning view of the Everest mountain chain shining on the horizon.
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.
Trek from Namche to Khumjung |
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
We make our way to Tengboche today. 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. We have lunch in a riverside hotel in Phungi Tenga right before the uphill walk of over 1.5 hours leading to Tengboche.
The largest and the most impressive monastery in Khumbu, Tengboche Gumba reveals itself in all its glory. We take a break here. Catch a closer look of some of the world’s highest mountains – Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse. We trudge on and stop at Pangboche village, with equally impressive sights.
Trek from Khumjung to Pangboche |
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
We’re greeted by the charismatic Ama Dablam as we wake up 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. From Somare, we leave the tree line behind and walk the arid and breezy lands of Khumbu.
Once in Dingboche, we settle in a mountain lodge which will also be our home for the following rest day. After lunch, you can either choose to rest or take short hikes to nearby hills to experience some incredible mountain views over sunset.
Trek from Pangboche to Dingboche |
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
To acclimatize to rising elevation, we hike to the Nangkartsang peak in the morning. The peak, around 600 meters ascent from Dingboche, is your first encounter with 5000m on the trek. Although Everest hides behind Nuptse, it is absolutely rewarding to see the giant, alluring face of Ama Dablam standing right across the valley. Several other mountains are also seen from this gorgeous vantage point along with the views of Dingboche valley.
We slowly head down for lunch, and have the rest of the day for leisure.
Acclimatization hike to Nangkartsang and rest in Dingboche |
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
After a gradual uphill from Dingboche, we walk the wide barren flats until the white-washed rocky terrains show up. We cross the chalky Dudhkoshi river originated from up the Khumbu glacier and reach Thukla, a tiny settlement with only two structures maintained to serve lunch to trekkers. Feed well for a short but arduous climb ahead.
You’re rewarded with the Lobuche memorial right where the uphill ends. We take a break here to admire the grandeur of the Himalayas and pay respect to all those who lost their lives in attempts to climb these mountains. In no time, you’ll find yourself walking on lateral moraines of Khumbu glacier before you reach Lobuche.
Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche |
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
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Lobuche - Gorakhshep - EBC - GorakhshepTrek from Lobuche to Gorakhshep, check into hotel and hike to Everest Base Camp, and back to Gorakhshep. |
The BIG day is here. Today, we bid farewell to the mountains of Lobuche valley and set off to Gorakhshep on rocky trails. Watch out for yak caravans ferrying goods. Khumbu glacier stays right next to you with tiny turquoise water bodies formed by melting ice.
In about three hours, you reach Gorakhshep – the last settlement in Khumbu. We leave our bags in the hotel, have a quick lunch, and set about to the grand prize – Everest Base Camp. The round trip to EBC and back is around 4 hours. Setting foot on the icy terrain surrounded by mountains on all sides is an ineffable feeling. You realize that you’re literally living and breathing mountains. Relish the moment by taking pictures with the massifs of Khumbu mountains on the backdrop. We then head back before the afternoon winds turn unforgiving.
Trek from Lobuche to Gorakhshep, check into hotel and hike to Everest Base Camp, and back to Gorakhshep |
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 9 |
Gorakhshep - Kalapatthar - PhericheMorning hike to Kalapatthar view point, and back to Gorakhshep, and onto Pheriche. |
Today is a pre-dawn start as we head out for a victorious climb to Kalapatthar (5500m) to catch the first rays of golden light over Everest. The grueling ascent of two hours in the chilly cold is absolutely worth it. 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.
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.
Morning hike to Kalapatthar view point, and back to Gorakhshep, and onto Pheriche |
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
Hot shower and a hearty dinner await in Namche Bazaar after a long hectic day from up the mountains.
Trek from Pheriche to Namche |
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
Trek from Namche to Lukla |
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Mountain Lodge |
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 an extensive menu. Services like battery charging, Wifi and hot showers (solar/gas heated) are available for an extra fee. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
• | Shared Toilet | • | Hot Water Thermos | • | Daily Housekeeping |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
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 an extensive menu. Services like battery charging, Wifi and hot showers (solar/gas heated) are available for an extra fee. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
• | Shared Toilet | • | Hot Water Thermos | • | Daily Housekeeping |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
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 an extensive menu. Services like battery charging, Wifi and hot showers (solar/gas heated) are available for an extra fee. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
• | Shared Toilet | • | Hot Water Thermos | • | Daily Housekeeping |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
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 an extensive menu. Services like battery charging, Wifi and hot showers (solar/gas heated) are available for an extra fee. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
• | Shared Toilet | • | Hot Water Thermos | • | Daily Housekeeping |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
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 an extensive menu. Services like battery charging, Wifi and hot showers (solar/gas heated) are available for an extra fee. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
• | Shared Toilet | • | Hot Water Thermos | • | Daily Housekeeping |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
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 an extensive menu. Services like battery charging, Wifi and hot showers (solar/gas heated) are available for an extra fee. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
• | Shared Toilet | • | Hot Water Thermos | • | Daily Housekeeping |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
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 an extensive menu. Services like battery charging, Wifi and hot showers (solar/gas heated) are available for an extra fee. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
• | Shared Toilet | • | Hot Water Thermos | • | Daily Housekeeping |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
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 an extensive menu. Services like battery charging, Wifi and hot showers (solar/gas heated) are available for an extra fee. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
• | Shared Toilet | • | Hot Water Thermos | • | Daily Housekeeping |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
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 an extensive menu. Services like battery charging, Wifi and hot showers (solar/gas heated) are available for an extra fee. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
• | Shared Toilet | • | Hot Water Thermos | • | Daily Housekeeping |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
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 an extensive menu. Services like battery charging, Wifi and hot showers (solar/gas heated) are available for an extra fee. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
• | Shared Toilet | • | Hot Water Thermos | • | Daily Housekeeping |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
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 an extensive menu. Services like battery charging, Wifi and hot showers (solar/gas heated) are available for an extra fee. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
• | Shared Toilet | • | Hot Water Thermos | • | Daily Housekeeping |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Everest Base Camp Trek |
Everest Region / Nepal
Disclaimer:
This itinerary is subject to change depending on weather, local politics, trail/road conditions and other unforeseen factors out of our control. The guide will suggest best possible alternative should such a situation present itself. In this case, the finish date will remain the same, and will change only if absolutely necessary.
Price per person* | |
Expats | USD 1100 |
Foreign Nationals | USD 1250 |
* Incl. of all taxes.
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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.
These are tentative dates, give or take a few days for start date (finish date adjusts accordingly). We understand everyone has different holidays and work schedule. We’ll find a date that works best for a group.
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Make it a Private Trek
Mountain treks are available as a private departure - just for you, your friends, family and colleagues - on a date of your preference. A minimum group size of four is required for standard prices. For smaller group sizes, please inquire.
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.
• | Passport |
• | Visa |
• | Work ID (for flights and hotels) |
• | Insurance papers |
• | PCR Negative Report (72hrs before departure) or Proof of Vaccination |
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.
Then off to the mountains we go!
These hikes were one of the absolute highlights of my entire 4 years in Kathmandu!Hannah Straw |
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These hikes were one of the absolute highlights of my entire 4 years in Kathmandu! |
Amazing hikes with great people. You can tell a lot of thought and planning goes into creating the most interesting route possible.Chris Hofmann |
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Amazing hikes with great people. You can tell a lot of thought and planning goes into creating the most interesting route possible. |
The hike was absolutely fantastic. Great team, great views and landscape, professional organization, super care... You guys do a perfect job. It can't get more professional than that.Carolin Spannuth Verma |
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The hike was absolutely fantastic. Great team, great views and landscape, professional organization, super care... You guys do a perfect job. It can't get more professional than that. |
The views of the mountains were so up close and I really appreciated that you found the trails with those gorgeous views!Caroline Vanderbeele |
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The views of the mountains were so up close and I really appreciated that you found the trails with those gorgeous views! |
Thanks for organizing it so well with pick-up, lunch, water and snacks! So many beautiful scenes with diverse walking routes.Zarina Trapman |
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Thanks for organizing it so well with pick-up, lunch, water and snacks! So many beautiful scenes with diverse walking routes. |
Thank you so much! The hike was great and it refreshed me a lot after long lockdown. You have nice, friendly and professional team members. The group was great too.Shahid Reza |
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Thank you so much! The hike was great and it refreshed me a lot after long lockdown. You have nice, friendly and professional team members. The group was great too. |
Fun hike, the crew members are very accommodating participants' needs, well-organised, great way to discover the beauty of the Valley. Highly recommended!Pungky Utami |
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Fun hike, the crew members are very accommodating participants' needs, well-organised, great way to discover the beauty of the Valley. Highly recommended! |
Bravo! They know the best part of Kathmandu for hiking. All of the team members are professional, friendly, punctual pick up time and have great sense of humor.Eka Fana |
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Bravo! They know the best part of Kathmandu for hiking. All of the team members are professional, friendly, punctual pick up time and have great sense of humor. |
Valley Hikes by vonKathmandu along with their trail races are extremely well-organized. The hikes are a wonderful way to explore the outskirts of Kathmandu.Niranjan Kunwar |
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Valley Hikes by vonKathmandu along with their trail races are extremely well-organized. The hikes are a wonderful way to explore the outskirts of Kathmandu. |
The organizers had really made a lot of effort to ensure a good hiking experience, regarding the path, snack and lunch and accommodating the pace to the group.Silja Kanerva |
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The organizers had really made a lot of effort to ensure a good hiking experience, regarding the path, snack and lunch and accommodating the pace to the group. |
They know the best trails in Kathmandu valley, honed with week after week of recce hiking. Together they bring some of the best crew and do not compromise on the quality of service.Raj Gyawali |
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They know the best trails in Kathmandu valley, honed with week after week of recce hiking. Together they bring some of the best crew and do not compromise on the quality of service. |
Glad to discover new places to hike through local villages and the different ridges, very professionally done from the pre-trip info, briefing, logistics etc! Thank you!Katherine Mah |
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Glad to discover new places to hike through local villages and the different ridges, very professionally done from the pre-trip info, briefing, logistics etc! Thank you! |
Thanks for the awesome hike on Saturday. It was a beautiful day. Looking forward to another great day of hiking.Janie M Carpenter |
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Thanks for the awesome hike on Saturday. It was a beautiful day. Looking forward to another great day of hiking. |
We felt completely safe and totally rejuvenated. Huge thanks to the Valley Hikes and vonKathmandu team!Bindi Borg |
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We felt completely safe and totally rejuvenated. Huge thanks to the Valley Hikes and vonKathmandu team! |
Get some exercise, learn some new areas of the valley and how they connect to each other, and soak in the culture!Gogi Grewal |
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Get some exercise, learn some new areas of the valley and how they connect to each other, and soak in the culture! |
• | Sun hat or scarf Sunglasses with UV protection |
• | T-shirts |
• | Fleece jacket or pullover |
• | Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket and one heavy |
• | Jacket |
• | Gloves |
• | Hiking shorts |
• | Lightweight cotton long pants |
• | Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms |
• | Fleece or wool pants for night use(legging/long john) |
• | Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants |
• | Thick, warm wool hiking socks |
• | Hiking boots (water proof and good grip) |
• | Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals) |
• | Headlamp with fresh batteries |
• | Walking Sticks (optional) |
• | Daypack (30 litres) |
• | Water bottle |
• | Toiletries |
• | Tee and hiking shorts/pants |
• | Light trail shoes (no sandals or slippers) |
• | Small backpack |
• | Water bottle |
• | Hiking poles |
• | High spirits |
• | Light rain jacket |
• | Toilet paper |
• | Sunglasses with UV protection |
• | Sunscreen |
Accommodation is on twin-sharing basis, which means there will be two people to a room. If you are travelling solo, we can assign a room partner (with someone of the same gender if you so prefer) or if you are travelling with someone you know, you can share the room with them. For families with kids, room allocation depends on your preference and room availability. A separate single room can be arranged for an additional charge – please find details in Prices section above.
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What are mountain lodges?
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 an extensive menu. Services like battery charging, Wifi and hot showers (solar/gas heated) are available for an extra fee. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at. |
What are mountain lodges? |
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 an extensive menu. Services like battery charging, Wifi and hot showers (solar/gas heated) are available for an extra fee. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
The rooms in mountain lodges generally have two or three twin beds with a mattress and blanket. We make sure that the lodges we select have clean rooms and change their bed sheets regularly. Other amenities could be a table, hanger, and dustbin but do not expect to have charging ports and attached toilets in the rooms.
Toilets are usually common to a floor and could either be western or squat style. In lower elevations, attached toilet options are available. However, the options get limited to shared toilets as we go higher (above 3000 meters). Make sure you carry your toilet papers and soap.
Lunch and dinner are left out from price includes to give you full flexibility on meals, depending on your appetite and preference. Our hotels have a wide selection of food and drink options.
For vegetarians and vegans, or if you have any other dietary requirements, please let us at the time of booking so we can make arrangements.
You can carry some quick snacks and energy bars to munch on during the trek.
The baggage limit is 20kgs per passenger, a policy set by the airlines for Lukla flights. Excess weight is allowed at an additional expense. However, we recommend sticking to the weight limit as the porters would need to carry it throughout the trek.
One lead guide and assistant guides (depending on the number of trekkers) will accompany you on the trek. All our team members are highly experienced in the mountains, with adequate trail knowledge and first aid training. Feel free to reach out to anyone for any kind of queries or emergencies as we leave no stone unturned to give you a great mountain experience.
On the trails: Although PCR report is not mandatory, we’ll follow health and safety guidelines throughout the trip like wearing a mask (especially when we’re near a village or locals), maintaining a safe distance, washing hands, and using hand sanitizer frequently. Please respect and follow local health guidelines. Service providers: We’ve handpicked hotels that specialize in quality service and disinfect rooms along with the physical amenities (like doorknobs, phones, and possible areas of contact) before every check in. Airlines protocol: Domestic and international airlines, along with airports, have set safety requirements for travellers, which include wearing masks and face shields. Body temperature is measured before you enter the terminal, in-flight food services are suspended, and bags are disinfected. Likewise, physical distancing needs to be maintained while queuing, boarding, and de-boarding flights. |
You must obtain travel insurance for the trek. This should cover emergency evacuation and medical expenses. Make sure that the policy also covers you for height up to 5000m above sea level prior to purchase as the majority only cover up to 4000m. |
The guide will have a well-equipped first-aid kit at all times. It’s best to avoid common problems like foot blisters and knee pain with proper packing. Please go through our equipment and medical checklist for better preparedness. If you have any pre-existing health conditions please 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 leave them in the vehicle. Please don’t bring or carry expensive items like jewellery etc or a large sum of cash while travelling for security reasons. |
You can refill your water bottle with boiled or bottled drinking water available at lunch spots and hotels. Your guide will carry plenty of drinking water, so please ask him/her if you need a refill. We highly discourage buying plastic water bottles during the trek for environmental reasons. If you’re looking to purify untreated water, steriPEN, LifeStraw, or purification tablets can be good alternatives. |
If you have any issues or emergencies while trekking, please contact the lead guide or anyone from the team. They will help you contact the nearby hospitals, transport, ambulance, police office, army checkpoints, embassy, and even facilitate rescue operations. We will also send you a list of relevant emergency contacts before the trip starts. |
Please don’t litter, and also dispose any trash properly (you can hand them to your guide). Plucking flowers and vandalizing trails is off limits. We’ll leave the beautiful trails as we found them. |
Heavy alcohol consumption dehydrates your body and doesn’t pair well with trekking for obvious safety reasons. We recommend you limit your alcohol intake to a minimal amount during day time. Let’s wait till the evening to raise a glass or two. |
It’s advisable to ask permission of the locals before taking their photos, although by experience we can tell that they love being photographed. Strict drone policies are enforced throughout Nepal – so please don’t fly drones on the trip. |
What makes group travel fun is the diversity. This also means that there will be people of all different ages, physical fitness, and walking pace. Please be mindful and respect the time allocated by your lead guide to avoid any inconvenience to the group. |
Possible expenses, other than meals, could be drinks, laundry, tipping, and shopping. Please make sure you have read the inclusions thoroughly so you know what you might need to pay for while travelling. |
Our trips are planned to the last detail. However, there might be unforeseen circumstances arising from factors beyond our control (like political unrest, strikes, bad weather, natural calamities, bad road condition, airport closure, flight cancellations, etc). For this reason, please set aside Rs. 20,000 as reserve fund. |
A service charge with tips are included by most hotels and eateries in their bills.
You are welcome to give some gratuities to the trekking crew if you like their service.
We encourage feedback about your trip experience. Your input is valuable in helping us enhance our services.
Any form of physical violence or verbal abuse, harassment, solicitation of prostitution, or possession or use of illegal drugs or illicit materials is strictly prohibited.
Giving money and handouts to beggars, especially children, is highly discouraged.
All national parks and many hotels do not allow pets inside their premises. There are also stray dogs in most villages, which can lead to attacks and dog fights. We therefore don’t allow pets on the treks for safety reasons.