Cost Includes

• Airport pick up and transfer to hotel
• Three night’s standard Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (on the arrival day and after the trekking).
• All necessary paper works and Sagarmatha National Park entry permit
• All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the trek.
• Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) Permit.
• An experienced, helpful, friendly and English speaking trekking Guide
•  Necessary porters (1 porter for 2 people) each porter carries 23 kg
• Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, domestic flight & Insurance of our trekking guide
• Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, and Insurance for porters from Lukla
• Arrangement of Helicopter service for rescue in case of emergency in the mountain (the cost incurred during the rescue will be paid by your insurance company)
• Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
• All government taxes.

Cost Excludes

• Nepal Entry Visa
• Food in Kathmandu such as lunch and dinner
• Bottled drinks (mineral water, any cold drinks & alcoholic drinks) while on trek
• Travel, medical & emergency rescue by helicopter (need to pay by your insurance)
• Your international flight ticket and airport departure tax
• Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early return from the trekking (due to any reason)
• Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, telephone, bar bills, tips, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc
• Tips & Gratuities for trekking guide & porter (s)

FAQs

Q1: What is the best season for Everest trekking in Nepal?

The best season for trekking is spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). During spring, wildflowers, including rhododendrons bloom all over the trails. The clear skies and stable weather is the major attraction of the trek.

The autumn months of September to November are famous for its soothing climate and favorable temperatures. In addition, autumn is also a festive season with vibrant festivals- Dashain and Tihar both festivals fall at this time of the year.

Q2: How are the Tea Houses and Lodge along the route to Everest?

There are many nice, cozy and well furnished rooms in all lodges with pot belly stoves as heating system, all run by native Sherpa people offering nice food menu along with the hospitality.

Q3: What are the food items available in the teahouses?

For breakfast, the tea houses provide a regular bread toast along with hot tea or coffee. For lunch and dinner, the staple dish of “Dal Bhat” gets served in the tea houses. The Dal Bhat is highly nutritious, with a balance of carbohydrates and protein.  It consists of rice, cereal, vegetables, lentils, spinach, meat, and pickles. Some tea houses do serve a limited variety of western cuisines like pizza, burgers, and pasta as well.

Q4: Can I recharge my camera batteries, phone, and other electronic batteries?

Yes, there are facilities for charging electronic gadgets like cameras, phones, and other electric batteries at an added cost.. Hence, carrying a solar-powered charger or power bank is a good option.

Q5: Will there be any telephone/internet facilities at higher altitudes?

Most of the villages along the popular trekking routes have good coverage of cell phone and internet. The Wi-Fi service is slowly becoming popular. You can also find telephones for international calls. But, these extra services will cost you extra money.

Q6: How are the views and sceneries around Everest?

During trek to Everest area you observe  daily views of snowcapped peaks of Tharmarsarku, Kwangde, Kangtenga, Taboche, Cholatse, Ama Dablam including  Mt.Everest, Nuptse and Lhotse with views of deep valley and rolling hill landscapes.

Q7: Is Everest protected with National Park?

Everest area from Lukla onwards lies within Sagarmatha National Park which is the world highest park listed in the World Heritage Sites in 1979.

Q8: What happens in the case of emergency?

If you get in an emergency, we are ready to reach out and help you anyhow. Our guides are properly trained to tackle such situations. In the case of physical problems, the guides will help you out with their basic knowledge. If a serious emergency occurs, rescue operation by helicopter is available. Expenses on rescue operation by helicopter will be recovered from your insurance company.

Q9: What temperature exists around Everest area?

Temperature varies as per the season.  April to September temperature remains  normal which is  below 05° C to 20° C in the morning and evenings are cold while the day time is perfect with sunshine. Around October to March temperature gets below minimum -10° C to maximum 15° C during the day.

Q10: What document and papers are required for Everest Trek?

We strongly recommend that all clients have health certificate and medical / travel insurance covering heli service when required.

Others are PP size photo to obtain permits like TIMS (Trekking Information Management System) important on all trekking around Nepal Himalaya with National Park permits.

Q11: What about Travel Insurance?

It is compulsory that all the trekkers/travelers obtain Travel insurance with traveling and it is suggested that the travel insurance should cover all the expenses such as Rescue and Evacuation arrangements, Medical expenses, Loss of Baggage, and etc.

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