Mount Everest Base Camp Visit
Arial Distance: 185 Kilometeres
Flight Time: 32 Minutes
Start At: Bhadrapur, Nepal (BDP)
Destination: Lukla, Nepal (LUA)
Flying Time: 32 Minutes
Chopper To Base Camp: 42 Minutes
Take Off Time: 06:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Package: 01 Night Or 02 Nights for Mount Everest
Minimum: 10 Guests [Capacity 14 Guests]
Package Cost: INR 6000 Each Guests [Including Flights]
Flight Start: Bhadrapur Airport (IATA: BDP, ICAO: VNCG), also known as Chandragadhi Airport, is an airport serving Bhadrapur Municipality, in the Jhapa District of Province No. 1, Nepal. It is the sole domestic airport in Jhapa district. The airport has served as an airfield since November 1963. Originally a grass runway, it was re-laid in concrete and has been extended several times. The airport was named “Airport of the Year 2013” by the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal. Bhadrapur offers a gateway to the eastern Himalayan regions such as Ilam, Taplejung, Panchthar and trekking to the base camp of Kanchanjunga. It is only one and a half hour drive away from the Bagdogra airport and Siliguri. Siliguri being the gateway to Sikkim, Darjeeling and the north-eastern Indian states. The airport is located at 300 feet (91 meters) elevation. It has one runway designated 10/28 with an asphalt surface measuring 1,209 by 29 metres (3,967 feet × 95 feet). All commercial airlines operate through one small terminal of Bhadrapur Airport.
Sita Air started its flght to Lukla from Bhadrapur. It is the first aviation company to take a major step to help trekkers, adventure lovers to start from North East. Siliguri, Bagdogra Airport (IXB), New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) can serve the guests to reach in 25 minutes drive. It will help Sikkim, Bhutan, Bangladesh to reach by road and rest of north east Indian states to avail this brilliant oppertunity. Other aviation company operating in the region are Buddha Air, Nepal Airlines, Saurya Airlines, Yeti Airlines, Shree Airlines with flight to Kathmandu and the flying time is 45 minutes.
First Stop: Tenzing–Hillary Airport (IATA: LUA, ICAO: VNLK), also known as Lukla Airport, is a small airport in the town of Lukla, in Khumbu, Solukhumbu District, Province No. 1, eastern Nepal. The runway is 527 meters (1,729 feet) × 30 meters (98 feet) with an 11.7% gradient. The airport’s elevation is 9,334 feet (2,845 meters). A program titled Most Extreme Airports, broadcast on The History Channel in 2010, rated the airport as the most dangerous airport in the world for over 20 years. The airport was built in 1964 under the supervision of Edmund Hillary, who originally intended to build the airport on flat farmlands. However, local farmers did not want to give up their land, so the airport was built at its current position. Hillary bought the land from local Sherpas for US$2,650 and involved them in building the facilities. Technically one of the finest Airport and worth visiting. It is always advisable to stay for a Night at Lukla to acclamatise. Next day one can avail Chopper / Helicopter service to visit Mount Everest Base camp. One can stop at Kala Patthar. Or one can start trekking to Namche Bazaar. The airport’s paved asphalt runway is accessible only to helicopters and small, fixed-wing, short-takeoff-and-landing aircraft such as the De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter, Dornier Do 228, L-410 Turbolet and Pilatus PC-6 Turbo Porter. The runway is 527 meters (1,729 feet) × 30 meters (98 feet) with an 11.7% gradient.
The airport is popular because Lukla is the place where most people start the climb to Mount Everest Base Camp. There are daily flights between Lukla and Kathmandu during daylight hours in good weather. Although the flying distance is short, rain commonly occurs in Lukla while the sun is shining brightly in Kathmandu. High winds, cloud cover, and changing visibility often mean flights can be delayed or the airport closed.
Optional: The Halesi-Maratika Caves (also the Haleshi Mahadev temple) are located next to the village of Mahadevasthan, in the Khotang District of eastern Nepal, 3,100 feet – 4,734 feet above sea level. The cave and temple are about 185 kilometers south west of Mount Everest. Nearest Airport is Lamidanda Airport (IATA: LDN, ICAO: VNLD). Lamidanda Airport is an airport serving Lamidanda, a village in the Khotang District of Province No. 1 in Nepal.The airport is at an elevation of 4,100 feet (1,250 meters) above mean sea level. It has one runway which is 518 metres (1,699 feet) in length. There are two pillars close to each other on the north of the Shiva Linga making a narrow pass. It is believed that sinners cannot pass through this passage, but confessions of the wrongs committed would enable access through. The temple is a venerated pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists. The caves are called the Halesi Mahadev Temple by Hindus who associate them with Mahadeva, a form of Shiva; also it is known as The Pashupatinath of East all over the country and Buddhist, who consider them to be the caves associated with the legend of Padmasambhava.
This caves host various ceremonies and celebration, specially various religious festivals On the occasion of Mahashivaratri, Chaturthi etc and it is an excellent example of religious tolerace existing in the country. It is surroundedc with Orchard producing Guava & Oranges. The most famous natural cave in Khotang District is said to have been the abode of Mahadeva while hiding away from the monster Bhasmasur. It is an important pilgrimage centre located in east Nepal for both Hindus and Buddhist. The cave is nicknamed ‘the Pashupatinath of the east’. Well attended religious fairs are observed here on Shivaratri and Bala Chaturdashi
Mount Everest Base Camp visit is made true by Sita Air from Eastern sector. It is quicker, shorter and better to start from Bhadrapur than Kathmamdu. Time required is less and so is the cost. Visiting Haleshi Mahadev Tour can be combining with some other pilgrimage destination. Pashupatinath, Manakamana, Muktinath, Janakpur, Lumbini, Valmiki Ashram, Gajendramoksha Dham, Trivendham and many more. You can just dream of your destination. Sita Air will fulfil your desire to visit to any places you dream – We often get asked how hard is the trek to Everest Base camp and quite often people think they need to climb Kilimanjaro first but in all honestly Kilimanjaro is a lot tougher and the trek to Everest base camp isn’t as high, it’s over a longer period in terms of acclimatization to the altitude and it’s actually very relaxing and stunningly beautiful
Pack your bags and get yourself to Nepal for an incredible journey to the base of world’s tallest mountain peak. Trek with no hassles as your experienced mountain guide takes care of your accommodation, meals, taxes and fees on the trail. Experience the joy of conquering great heights as you look down at the world from more than 5,000 meters above sea level.
Nepal’s peak climbing seasons are traditionally late March to May and September to November. These periods are either side of the main monsoon period in this area of Asia. The first of these periods is also the most popular period for climbs of the higher peaks. The weather in the higher regions of Nepal sees a very large diurnal variation in temperature. On most days you will notice a daily cycle where it is usually clear and cold in the morning with the sun warming the air through the morning and white clouds rolling in soon after lunch. It is important to plan your clothing to account for the large variation in temperatures that you will see at different times of day and also at different stages of the trek.
The trek takes 12 – 14 days from Bhadrapur to Bhadrapur – If you fly into and out of the mountain airstrip of Lukla and take the normal route to base camp. There are other Everest Base Camp route options for the trek such as Jiri, Saleri and Phaplu which are all beautiful, less travelled and take longer. If you’re doing these routes it’s worth stopping off for a few days in the villages below Lukla where our charity Moving Mountains works. There are also differing route options above Lukla on the way to Everest Base Camp, which add length to your trek such as going via Gokyo Lakes, or taking a some interesting detours – so really it depends on how long you have – It is a walking holiday but the usual concerns for weather and remoteness and handling the high altitude require common sense and a slow pace
The total distance covered throughout the Everest trek is approximately 92 kilometres. Every day the trek starts after breakfast at about 8.30 AM and there are many opportunities to stop and take photos or have a cup of tea – The pace is slow and the itinerary allows for acclimatisation and also rest days. At the start of the trek the distances are short but there are hills aplenty, and higher the distances increase but the gradient is more consistent and even.
Bhadrapur / Kakarvitta / Birta More / Siliguri is at an approximate altitude of 100 meters and the flight to Lukla will take you up to a height of 2866 meters – With Everest Base Camp standing at 5360 meters and Kala Patthar at 5545 meters, the base camp trek gains a total of 2679 metres from Lukla and 4145 metres from Kathmandu.
Bhadrapur offers a gateway to the eastern Himalayan regions such as Ilam, Taplejung, Panchthar and trekking to the base camp of Kanchanjunga – It is only one and a half hour drive away from the Bagdogra airport and Siliguri. Siliguri being the gateway to Sikkim, Darjeeling and the north-eastern Indian states
Mount Everest Base Camp Trek – Bhadrapur / Phuentsholling / Siliguri / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Darjeeling / Gangtok – Lukla – Phakding (01 Night) – Namche Bazaar (02 Nights) – Tengboche Monastery (Tengboche) (01 Night) – Debuche (01 Night) – Dingboche (01 Night) – Lobuche (01 Night) – Gorakshep (01 Night) – Kala patthar – Pheriche (01 Night) – Namche Bazaar (01 Night) – Lukla (01 Night) – Bhadrapur / Phuentsholling / Siliguri / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Darjeeling / Gangtok
Day – 01 – Bhadrapur to Lukla (flight) & Trek to Phakding – Meet the tour guide at your Hotel or Airport in Kathmandu (whichever is suitable for Guests) – Take an hours’ flight to the hilly city of Lukla (2,840 meters) – Enjoy the breathtaking views of the majestic Himalayan peaks, flowing rivers, and green valleys on your way – Arrive at Tenzing-Hillary Airport’s thin runway strip on the edge of a hill. The Bhadrapur to Lukla flight is a little adventure on its own – Have some refreshments and begin the trek to Phakding (About 3-4 hours) – First, trek to Cheplung Village from where you will be able to see the sacred Mount Khumbila – Next, trek for about 3.5 hours to reach the small village of Phakding (2,610 meters) – Phakding is located north of Lukla in the Dudh Koshi River valley. The beautiful mountain scenery will leave you in awe – Overnight in Phakding in a lodge. There are many guesthouses here for travellers.
Day – 02 – Phakding – Namche Bazaar – Begin the trek towards the town of Namche Bazaar (6 hours) – Pass through some villages like Jorsale and Monjo on the trek – Monjo is north of Phakding and leads to Sagarmatha National Park – At Sagarmatha National Park, enjoy walking through its alpine woods, small rivers, and dense forests – It will be a calm and enjoyable natural trekking experience due to the presence of glaciers, rivers, and rare birds and animal species on one hand, and the presence of local Sherpa culture on the other hand – Arrive at Namche Bazaar (3,440 meters), the most inhabited place of Khumbu region. Lying on the slope of a mountain, it offers jaw-dropping sights of the Thamserku mountain (6,623 meters) and an amazing view of Kongdi Ri Himal – Overnight at Namche Bazaar in a basic teahouse
Day – 03 – Namche Bazar (Acclimatization) – Spend the day acclimatizing yourself to the high altitude in Namche – Namche is a great area for acclimatization as it has places for accommodation and picturesque views – Explore the Syangboche Airstrip, an unpaved airstrip often said to be the most dangerous airport in the world – It is the closest airstrip to Mount Everest – Enjoy the panoramic sight of Namche and view the wonderful highlights of the Himalayas – The Everest View Hotel offers a glimpse of Mount Everest and other Himalayan peaks – You can travel to the Everest Photo Gallery and the Sherpa Culture Museum too – Overnight at Namche Bazaar in a basic teahouse
Day – 04 – Trek to Tengboche Monastery – Begin the trek from the settlement of Phungki Thanka – Mount Everest can be seen from here – Walk along the side of the Dudh Koshi River and reach the village of Tengboche – Trek from Namche to Tengboche (3,860 meters) for 05 hours – Witness the picturesque panorama of rivers and Himalayan Mountains – Tengboche is the site of joining of 2 rivers – Dudh Koshi and Imja Khola and is enclosed with hills covered with colourful mountain rhododendron trees – It is also known for Tengboche Monastery, a Buddhist Monastery of the Sherpa people – Overnight at Tengboche in a basic teahouse
Day – 05 – Debuche – Dingboche – Travel along the trekking path for 5 hours as you cross Pangboche village and Imja River through a suspension bridge moving towards the village of Dingboche (4,360 meters) – Dingboche is known as “Summer Valley” of Khumbu – It encloses a 1km long wall made for protecting the crops from the freezing winds common in the area – From Dingboche, enjoy mesmerizing sights of Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Island Peak – Overnight at Dingboche in a basic teahouse
Day – 06 – Dingboche (Acclimatization) – Dingboche is also great for acclimatizing. Walk to Nagarjun, which is a good place for travelling around at Dingboche – Nagarjun (5,100 meters) is situated above Dingboche on a hill at the ends of the Chhukung valley – Enjoy climbing and steep walking – However, you will be needing some energy for this – Travel for about 03-04 hours to reach Nagarjuna – Enjoy the wonderful views of Lobuche East, Lobuche West, Kangtega, Taboche Peak, Thamserku, and Ama Dablam – Overnight at Dingboche in a basic teahouse
Day – 07 – Dingboche – Lobuche – Going through Dhungla from Dingboche, pass through the Trekkers Aid Post located at Pheriche (4,210 meters) – It is organized by the Western Volunteer Doctors with the assistance of the Himalayan Rescue Association – Then, reach Chupki Lhara, a rock-strewn sloping. From here, you can view the sight of amazing peaks – The trail then passes to the Khumbu Glacier moraine – Mount Nuptse also gets forward after passing the glacier – Afterwards, arrive and stay at Lobuche for the night – Overnight at Lobuche in a basic teahouse
Day – 08 – Lobuche – Gorakshep – Everest base camp – Gorakshep – Reach Everest Base Camp, located in the middle of the Khumbu Glacier – Start the trek to Everest Base Camp by walking slowly to avoid high altitude sickness – Lobuche runs next to the view of the highest glacier in the world, the Khumbu Glacier – Arrive at Gorakshep, a small settlement with some hotels – It lies beside a frozen lakebed covered with sand – From Gorakshep, proceed to the top of the border – Then, arrive at your destination – the Everest Base Camp – Celebrate your climb by enjoying a beautiful view of Khumbu Icefall and the Khumbutse and Lingtren peaks – After enjoying some time at the base camp with a beautiful landscape and the peaceful surroundings, get back to Gorak Shep – Overnight at Gorakshep in a basic teahouse
Day – 09 – Kala Patthar – Pheriche – Enjoy a morning hike to Kala Patthar, another highlight of the journey – Kala Patthar is a well-known vantage point widely popular for its breathtaking panoramic sights of Mount Everest and many other peaks – Also, watch the sunrise from the vantage point – The sun rises from behind the Mount Everest massif, making the peaks appear golden, which makes the experience an unforgettable one – After spending some time at Kala Patthar, return to Gorak Shep and walk down to Pheriche – Overnight at Pheriche in a basic teahouse
Day – 10 – Pheriche – Namche Bazaar – Start the trek to Namche Bazaar by moving along Imja River again all through Tengboche – From Tengboche, move downward to Phungki Thanka, cross the Kyangjuma, and arrive at Namche – Enjoy the landscape and the Himalayas with this descent – Only thing you really need to be aware of is the yaks which are used to carry people’s kit – They run pretty quick along the trails and have been known to bump into people and send them flying – They’re amazing animals and you’ll hear them coming by the sound of their bells which is your sign to stand off the trail and always to the upper side of any slope – There is a good helicopter network for the main trek destinations in Nepal and the Everest trail is very well covered should there be an emergency whilst trekking to Everest Base Camp – Overnight at Namche Bazaar in a basic teahouse
Day – 11 – Namche bazaar – Lukla – From Namche to Lukla, walk on a steep, downward path crossing a suspension bridge – Here, the Dudh Koshi River flows with a gorgeous feel to the natural surroundings – The secret is to acclimatise well and to do so you need to take a slow pace, a good itinerary, ascend to altitude slowly, rest, eat good food, sleep well and drink plenty of fluid – The actual distances from Lukla to Everest Base Camp can be covered far quicker than we do it, but that will make you ill – For this very reason the trek is relaxed and of course enjoyable – Overnight at Lukla in a basic teahouse
Day – 12 – Lukla – Bhadrapur (Flight) – Fly back to Bhadrapur with the amazing feeling that you accomplished the trekking to Everest Base Camp – Enjoy the amazing view of the landscapes one more time during the flight – After arriving at the Bhadrapur airport, transfer to your hotel – One can start for Siliguri / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Darjeeling / Gangtok – Or one can avail flights or train to North East India along with any major Indian cities – Forwarding Journey
Included
All airport pick-up and drop off by private vehicle
Welcome dinner at an authentic restaurant.
Bhadrapur to Lukla to Bhadrapur flight with airport departure tax
Sagarmatha National Park entrance fees
Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) card
A highly experienced, knowledgeable, English speaking, and Government license holding tour guide
Tour guide’s salary, food, accommodation, transport, and insurance.
Insurance, wages, lodging for both you and your guide
Accommodation in the best available twin sharing lodges on the trek
Private bathrooms with hot showers are provided at Phakding, Namche, and Lukla only
First aid kit
Sleeping bag, down jackets, T-shirt, cap, duffle bags, city, and trekking route maps
If necessary (to be returned after the trek)
Arrangement of emergency evacuation service (should have insurance for emergency evacuation and will be paid by your travel insurance company)
Oximeter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily during the trek (to diagnose Altitude Mountain Sickness (AMS) symptoms) just to ensure that your trek is in the safest hands possible
All applicable government and local taxes per the itinerary
One-hour complimentary spa/massage in Bhadrapur after the trek
Excluded
Your Nepal Visa fees (bring small accurate fees in USD and 2 passport size photos)
All the International airfare from and to Bhadrapur (no need to pay a departure tax for international flights)
All meals and accommodation in Bhadrapur / Kakarvitta / Birta More
All meals in the mountains (three meals a day, tea/coffee during the trekking). (Available as an add-on)
Personal travel and health insurance ; insurance for helicopter evacuation
(A Helicopter rescue insurance is recommended. If you have any problem requiring your evacuation, you will have to pay the helicopter in cash in case of no insurance)
Accommodation for extra nights, lunch and dinner in the city in case of early arrival and late departure, and earlier return from trekking (due to any reason) than the given time period in the itinerary
Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, bar and beverage bill, boiled or bottled water (it will cost between $1 and $3), extra porter, etc
Wi-Fi, charging batteries, and hot showers. Wi-Fi is available in some tea houses for $3 to $5 an hour. Hot Showers are also available in a few places at around $3 and mobile charging costs about $1.50 an hour
Entrance fees for the day tours in Bhadrapur if any
Tips and gratuities for the trekking crew members and driver
Extra expenses due to flight delays, strikes, weather condition, or any event out of our control
Anything not included in service includes column.
Porter
Additional Information
Suggested Equipment list for this trip
Duffel/Rucksack bag/Suitcase (We provide one complimentary duffel bag thatis to be returned after the trip)
Day pack
Trekking shoes
Sports shoes or sandals
Sun Hat/cap
Warm woolen cap
Warm fleece jacket or puffy jacket
Waterproof Gore-Tex layer
Pullover or warm sweeter
Raincoat
4-5 pairs of good quality socks
Hand gloves
2-3 pairs of trekking trousers
3-4 pairs of trekking shirts
3-4 pairs of underwear (non-cotton preferred)
Sun glasses
Water bottle
4 season sleeping bag (Optional – we can provide one if you need it. It is to be returned after the trip)
Flash or Torch light
Camera and batteries
Travel insurance: Carry a copy of your passport, emergency contacts, and insurance with you. Also ensure you have provided the insurance company and policy number. Your insurance should cover an altitude of above 4,000 m and must include emergency evacuation.
Electrical socket: In Nepal the power sockets are of type C (Euro), D, and M.
Mobile Network: Sim cards will be pre-arranged by us. Network will be poor throughout the trek. Paid Wi-Fi can be availed from tea lodges at 4-5 USD. Video calling may not be feasible however messages can be sent every day.
This tour is only available for Indian citizens. For travelers based outside India prices may vary (Flight charges, Everest National Park fees, and guide charges are higher for the travelers based outside India). Cancellation Policy: No refund of initial 20% deposit in case of any cancellation
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