Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek

Both the Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek and standard Everest Base Camp Trek follow the same scenic route to the world's highest peak. The main difference is the comfort level and the premium services you get during your journey.

The Luxury Everest Trekking package includes the best lodges and luxury teahouses in the region. You get heated rooms, private bathrooms when available, and superior bedding. Enhanced amenities help you relax after tough trekking days. Meals come with more variety, better presentation, and attentive service. 

The Everest Base Camp Trek offers clean, basic teahouse rooms with shared facilities. You get hearty meals in simple settings and essential services. This option focuses on the core trekking experience. 

At Nepal Hiking Team, we provide both trekking options with professional guides and experienced staff. We ensure your safety and satisfaction, no matter which comfort level fits your needs and budget.

Yes! We offer complete customization where you can change the pace, add extra rest days, and include a Kathmandu sightseeing tour. We shape trips to match what you want. We let you customize the itinerary based on your preferences.

Yes, you can extend your trek if you want to spend more time in the mountains. Because this package includes special luxury lodges that are often fully booked, extra days depend on whether there’s space available. We’ll try our best to make it happen for you. Any extra cost will depend on the lodge prices and services for the added day.

We offer a Kathmandu day tour for $120 that you can add before or after your EBC trek. You'll visit some of the most sacred temples and UNESCO World Heritage sites around the city. If you want to stay longer, we're happy to arrange additional day trips to Bhaktapur and Patan for $120 each.

Most travelers can obtain their visas directly at Tribhuvan International Airport upon arrival. You can fill out the online application beforehand and bring cash or a card to pay the visa fee. Make sure your passport remains valid for six months beyond your Nepal arrival date. You'll also need one empty page in your passport for the visa stamp.

Check our Nepal Visa Information page for complete details and requirements.

Yes, airport pickup and drop-off come included with every Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek booking. You need to look for our team member holding a "Nepal Hiking Team" sign outside the airport when you arrive. We'll get you to the airport three hours before your departure flight when your trek finishes. 

Your pre-trek briefing covers several important steps before you start your journey. We'll introduce you to your guide and collect your passport plus a copy of your travel insurance. 

Any remaining trek balance gets settled at this time. Your guide will check through your gear to make sure everything's ready. We'll give you a down jacket, sleeping bag, cap, hat, detailed Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek map, and duffel bag for the trip. 

Please feel free to ask questions you have with our team during this meeting.

Start your Everest Luxury Trek booking by filling out the trip form with your traveler information. You can add flight and insurance details at a later time if needed. Then, you need to pay a 20% deposit to lock in your spot. Once we receive your deposit, your trip gets confirmed and you're all set.

You can pay the remaining balance in cash or by card when you arrive.

The 20% deposit cannot be refunded if you cancel your trip for any reason. This includes injury, illness, or unexpected situations. However, we care about our customers, that’s why we'll give you full credit with no expiration date. You can use this credit for any future trips with us.

Direct flights to Lukla only run during the low season. Peak months from March to May and September to November need a connection through Ramechhap Airport, which means a 5-hour drive first.

We usually leave Kathmandu between 1:00 and 2:00 AM to catch morning flights from Ramechhap to Lukla. You'll get the exact departure times during your pre-trek briefing, so you know what to expect.

Yes, you can choose to upgrade to a shared helicopter ride between Kathmandu and Lukla. It costs about USD 450 per person one way, which is extra on top of your regular flight ticket. You will also need to pay for your guide’s seat.

This option saves you from the long and bumpy drive to Ramechhap by flying straight to Lukla. Just remember to book it ahead of time to make sure there’s space.

If your flight to Lukla is canceled or delayed, you have two options. You can wait and fly the next morning, if the weather permits, which will use the reserve day planned at the end of the trek.

Alternatively, you can take a shared helicopter, which costs an additional USD 450 per person, plus the cost of a seat for your guide. This helps you maintain your original trekking schedule without adjustments.

Since Lukla flights depend entirely on clear weather and can be affected at any time of year, we’ve included one buffer day in Kathmandu to manage such situations smoothly.

The Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek ranks as moderate to strenuous because of high altitudes, rough terrain, and daily hikes lasting about 6-7 hours. You'll cover 10 to 11 kilometers each day on average. No previous trekking experience is required, but you should be physically fit and stay active.

We keep a careful pace to help you acclimatize safely as we move through Sagarmatha National Park.

The Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek covers about 123 kilometers or 76 miles total, including the Kala Patthar viewpoint. You'll reach the highest point at Kala Patthar, sitting at 5,545 meters, where you get amazing views of Mt. Everest.

Your journey starts and ends in Lukla. Along the way, you'll visit Namche Bazaar, Everest View Hotel, Tengboche, Dingboche, Nangkartshang Hill, Lobuche, Gorak Shep, Kala Patthar, and Pheriche.

Start your training 4-6 weeks before your Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal. Focus on cardio workouts like stair climbing and jogging during this period. Take weekly hikes lasting 5-6 hours while carrying a loaded pack. Break in your hiking boots well to avoid getting blisters on the trail. However, remember that your mental preparation is just as important as physical training for building strong willpower.

Travel insurance is required for all EBC Hikes. Your policy needs to cover high-altitude trekking up to 6,000 meters, emergency evacuation, and helicopter rescue services.

Get your insurance from trusted global companies like Genki Traveler, AXA Travel Insurance, Allianz Travel Insurance, and World Nomads. We've put together a list of recommended travel insurance providers based on what our previous trekkers told us worked best for them.

Our licensed Sherpa guides bring decades of high-altitude trekking experience to every trip. They carry first aid kits and oximeters to check your oxygen levels regularly. This helps us watch your condition and catch any altitude sickness signs early.

You'll get a detailed itinerary with two acclimatization days in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche. If any trekker feels sick, we'll slow down the pace, add extra rest, or bring you to a lower elevation if needed.

All our guides receive thorough training so they can make smart decisions about your safety and well-being. We pick the best teahouses known for good hygiene and reliability. For serious emergencies, we arrange helicopter evacuations when necessary. Every Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek includes all these safety measures.

The most ideal times for Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek are the spring months from March to May and the autumn from September to November. You'll experience stable weather during these periods with clear Himalayan views and perfect trekking conditions in the Everest region.

You can trek during the summer and winter months, too. However, summer brings challenges like possible flight cancellations from rain. Winter means walking on icy trails, and snow might block your path in some areas.

These seasons work well for trekkers who want fewer crowds, though. Our team makes the Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek possible year-round with proper preparation and the right gear.

No vaccines are required to enter Nepal or join the Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek. However, you might want to think about getting a rabies shot, since stray dogs live in the Sherpa villages.  Consult with your medical expert about what vaccines can be suitable for your situation.

Trek at a steady, consistent pace and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. Stick to the acclimatization schedule we've planned and eat balanced meals. Aim for 4 to 5 liters of water daily and skip alcohol during the trek. Our EBC Luxury Trek itinerary builds in rest days for proper adjustment. Tell our guides right away if you feel uncomfortable or unwell.

Our guides check your oxygen levels regularly and watch for altitude sickness symptoms. We arrange helicopter evacuation for emergency situations when necessary.

Don't worry, our friendly guides will grab your hand and help you across those suspension bridges if you need it! After you've crossed a few of them, you'll be walking across like a pro. The first one might make your knees shake, but by the third or fourth bridge, you'll probably be taking selfies halfway across!

Yes, our Everest Luxury Trekking itinerary builds in two acclimatization days, one in Namche Bazaar and another in Dingboche. These planned rest days give your body time to adjust to the higher altitude and lower your chances of getting altitude sickness.

Our well-equipped porter carries gear for two trekkers, up to 25 kilograms total. You only need to carry your personal daypack during the trek. Since your porter walks ahead of the group, keep your essentials with you, such as a water bottle, phone, camera, and energy bars, until you reach each day's destination.

Lukla flights have a 15-kilogram weight limit per person. If your luggage goes over this limit, the airline might charge you extra fees or put your bag on a later flight if there's no room available. 

Yes, you can store your extra luggage for free in the 5-star hotel's safe locker in Kathmandu. You can pick up your bags when you get back from the mountains. This lets you trek with just the essentials, making your Everest Luxury Holiday package much easier and more convenient.

Yes, we give you a sleeping bag, a down jacket, and duffel bag for the Everest Luxury Trek. The sleeping bag and jacket come from Nepal Hiking Team and work in temperatures down to -15°C. You'll also get a trek map, a free t-shirt, and a cap.

Yes, we provide you with a certificate to recognize your amazing effort and dedication in completing the Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek.

Your Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek mixes city comfort with mountain life. You get two nights at a premium 5-star hotel in Kathmandu first. The hotel has big rooms with mountain views, top spa services, fine dining, and 24-hour room service. You come back to this same luxury hotel for two more nights after your trek. Celebrate with hot baths, soft beds, and fancy meals.

On the trail, you stay in hand-picked premium lodges in Lukla, Monjo, and Namche Bazaar. These places give you private rooms with comfy beds. You get clean bathrooms with hot showers, too. Skilled mountain cooks make filling meals in the dining areas. 

Higher up the mountain, we choose the best teahouses available. They have clean, comfortable rooms and good food. Mountain lodges get more basic as you climb higher. Each one still meets our cleanliness and comfort standards though. This gives you real mountain experience that's still enjoyable.

Yes! You can buy local NTC and Ncell SIM cards in Kathmandu or get data cards from Everest Link or Nepal Airlink at teahouses. It costs USD 10 to 15 for 7-10 GB and USD 15 to 20 for 20 GB. This keeps you connected with friends, family, and important clients without any problems.

Your food experience begins at Kathmandu's luxury 5-star hotels with top-quality international dishes and real Nepali specialties. Award-winning chefs prepare these meals with 24-hour room service available.

On the trail, you pick your meals from varied menus with Western favorites and local dishes like sherpa stew and thukpa. Skilled mountain chefs cook these meals using fresh, premium organic ingredients. This keeps your energy levels up at high altitude.

Yes, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meals are available throughout the Everest Base Camp Luxury hike. Tell us about any allergies or special dietary needs ahead of time so we can take care of you. We'll work with the lodges to make sure your requirements are met along the entire route.

Note: Let our guides know about any food allergies you have. They'll make sure you get the right food that works well for your body.

You have several drinking water options on the Everest Base Camp Luxury trek. We strongly recommend using spring water with the water purification tablets our guide gives you, or bring a filtered water bottle for easy use. You can also buy boiled water at teahouses along the way.

Buying bottled water is your last choice, and we don't recommend it. It costs a lot of money and hurts the environment with plastic waste.

Give your guides and porters their tips when you're saying goodbye in Lukla. The amount you give is really up to you. You can consider what you can afford and how well they looked after you during the trek. 

As these guys work incredibly hard to make sure you have a good experience, a tip is a nice way to thank them for their efforts.

You can bring around NPR 25,000 in cash for extras like Wi-Fi, hot showers, phone charging, and snacks along the trail. Don't count on finding working ATMs in Lukla or Namche Bazaar, as these machines often break down or run out of money. Consider withdrawing cash from an ATM in Kathmandu before you fly out to the mountains.