Everest Base Camp Budget Trek - 13 Days

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Duration
13 Days
Trip Grade
Strenuous
Maximum Altitude
5,545 m.
Activities
Trekking, Exploration, Photography, Sightseeing, City Tour
Group Size
1 to 20
Starts
Kathmandu
Ends
Kathmandu
Best Time
March to May and September to November

The Everest Base Camp budget trek offers an affordable and quick way to experience your Everest journey. Trekkers can enjoy a short Everest Base Camp trek that saves both time and money. This allows travellers to make the most of their limited budget while still enjoying the best experience. The incredible Everest Base Camp trek is a once-in-a-lifetime dream for mountaineers worldwide. It features the majestic Mt. Everest, the highest peak on Earth, often called the roof of the world. Climbing Everest can also be a way to achieve a world record. The Everest Base Camp budget trek offers stunning views of the Himalayas, including Mt. Everest, along with the experience of local cultures, ancient monasteries, beautiful landscapes, and diverse flora and fauna.

Additionally, trekkers pass through Sagarmatha National Park, explore Khumbu Glacier, visit Tengboche Monastery, and other historic sites. The breathtaking view of Mt. Everest (8,848.86 m), Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Makalu, Pumori, and other Himalayan peaks will give you a lifetime of memories. Enjoy a thrilling mountain flight to Lukla, providing panoramic views of the Himalayas. Trekkers will also have a memorable stay in Namche Bazaar and explore the Everest View Hotel, the world's highest-altitude hotel. You will be immersing yourself in the unique local cultures and traditions. Indeed, the Everest base camp budget trek gives you spiritual peace, physical strength, and rewards at a reasonable cost.

Highlights of Everest Base Camp Budget Trek

  • Serene Himalayas flight to Lukla over the Himalayas in the Everest region
  • Strap your foot on the roof of the world’s Everest base camp at a reasonable budget cost.
  • Explore the majestic Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Makalu, Pumori, and other beautiful Himalayas.
  • Best Everest adventure with short-duration trekking, which saves your time and money.
  • Immersing yourself in unique local culture and traditions, explore the beautiful, diverse, and traditional villages.
  • Experience the Buddhist culture and ancient monasteries during the Everest Base Camp budget trek.
  • You will experience the Khumbu Icefall, Sagarmatha National Park, alpine meadows, and beautiful terrain.
  • You will be ascending Kala Patthar peak (5,545 m.) and Everest Base Camp (5,364 m.), which will allow you to explore the panoramic views of the Himalayas.
  • Explore the diverse flora and fauna, including endangered vegetation, rhododendron flowers, and chances to encounter endangered wild animals.
  • You will be exploring the beautiful Namche Bazaar and Everest View Hotel during the trek.

Overviews of Everest Base Camp Budget Trek

The Everest Base Camp budget trek journey starts on arrival at Kathmandu airport. You will be transferred to the hotel in Kathmandu, and the next day the Everest budget trek will begin with a mountain flight to Lukla. You will have a scenic mountain flight over the Himalayas from Kathmandu to Tenzing-Hillary Airport in Lukla. Explore the panoramic views of the gorgeous Himalayas. You will start trekking from Lukla to Phakding, which is an amazing journey. The next day we will be trekking to Namche Bazaar; you can have unlimited Everest Base Camp trek photos during the trek. The Namche Bazaar is the perfect place for acclimatization. Also, the Namche Bazaar is a beautiful gateway to the Everest region trek. Trekkers will continue to trek to Tengboche, Dingboche, Duglha, Lobuche, and Everest Base Camp. You will get back to Gorak Shep and the next day ascend to the Kala Patthar.

Hence, from Kala Patthar you will have amazing panoramic views of the Himalayas, beautiful exploration of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, and many other Himalayan views. The Everest base camp expedition cost can be managed within your budget. Trekkers can carry needy stuff, a short-duration itinerary, and a stay at a budget hotel, and other stuff can make your Everest base camp trek within your budget. The Everest base camp Trek lifetime journey that everyone is eager to go on. Mt. Everest, known as the roof of the world, is gorgeous to look at. You will be immersed in unique local culture and tradition. Moreover, the spectacular and thrilling Himalayas give you spiritual peace. You can take various Everest base camp trek photos, which will be lifelong memories.

Trekking to Everest and the Himalayas might change your thought process and give you inner peace, which makes your mind more productive. Hence, the Everest Base Camp budget trek is beautiful for your vacation.

Budget Everest Trek vs Standard Everest Trek

The budget Everest base camp trek will offer you the best short-duration itinerary, limited staffing, budget hotel stays, and limited activities in Kathmandu. So, limited activities in Kathmandu, a short-duration itinerary, and a budget hotel stay will make the trip budget-friendly. However, trekkers will have majestic hospitality, safety and security, professional trekking staffs, and quality food. Whereas the standard Everest base camp trek will offer the best Kathmandu Valley sightseeing, a 3-star category hotel stay in Kathmandu, enough staffing, the best available hotel on the trek, and perfect itinerary days. Moreover, you will have majestic services, proper acclimatization, and additional activities in Kathmandu. Hence, the standard Everest base camp trek will offer an easy Everest adventure and will be a more comfortable journey. You will have acclimatization in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche in standard Everest trekking, which makes your Everest adventure easy.

However, you can have a luxury Everest base camp trek with helicopter return, which will offer you helicopter return after the Everest base camp climbing. Trekkers will trek by foot to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar and can have a helicopter return from Gorak Shep to Lukla or even Kathmandu. The luxury Everest trek will offer you premium-quality hotel stays and food. The itinerary will be proper according to the acclimatization so that you will have perfect body adjustment with the climate. Thus, the Everest budget trek, standard Everest base camp trek, and luxury Everest trek all have their uniqueness and benefits.

Exploring Himalayas During Everest Base Camp Trek

Trekkers will be exploring beautiful Himalayan landscapes, alpine meadows, rocky terrain, and amazing mountains during the Everest base camp trek. However, the trekking is for exploration of Mt. Everest and its base camp. So, the benefits of going on the Everest Base Camp trek are that you will be exploring the varieties of Himalayan mountains, flora and fauna, diverse indigenous people, and their unique local cultures. As you know, out of the 14 eight-thousander mountains in the world, Nepal alone has 8 of the highest mountains. Hence, during the Everest base camp trek, you will be exploring Mt. Everest itself, Lhotse, Nuptse, Mount Makalu, Ama Dablam, Pumori, and many others. Moreover, you will be exploring Sagarmatha National Park, Khumbu Icefall, Namche Bazaar, Sherpa Village, Tengboche Monastery, etc. Thus, the mountains explored during Everest camp trek and their elevation are below.

  • Mount Everest, 8,848.86 m.
  • Lhotse Himal, 8,516 m.
  • Nuptse Mountain, 7,861 m.
  • Ama Dablam, 6,812 m.
  • Mount Makalu, 8,485 m.
  • Pumori Himal, 7,165 m.
  • Mera Peak, 6,476 m.
  • Thamserku mountain, 6,623 m.
  • Khumbu Icefall, 4,900 m to 7,600 m.
  • Sagarmatha National Park, 2,845 m to 8,848.86 m.

Best Everest Base Camp Trekking Company

There are many Everest trekking companies in Kathmandu, Nepal, but it is crucial to find the best Everest base camp trekking company. Those companies that charge high costs and also those companies that charge the cheapest Everest base camp trek costs may not be the best companies. Everest base camp trek tour package is a journey to the Himalayas and its high-altitude trekking in Nepal. So, the Everest base camp trek guides and porters must be well experienced and professional. However, the best trekking company will be providing majestic hospitality, reasonable cost, top safety priority, and good communication during the Everest trek. Hence, Touch Planet Treks is one of the best Everest base camp trekking companies in Nepal. The best trekking agency has good customer feedback and responsible services, and the safety procedures must be top priority. So, companies like Touch Planet Treks are the best trekking and tour companies in Nepal.

Benefits of Boking Everest Base Camp with Touch Planet Treks

Benefits of booking the Everest Base Camp trek with Touch Planet Treks include professional, hassle-free travel and trekking experiences. We are a reputed and well-recognized trekking company in Nepal. Majestic hospitality, well-managed trips, reasonable costs, and a responsible trekking company in Nepal. Touch Planet Treks will always be offering the personalized service while following the safety and security rules. You are our majestic guest; we believe that you will have lots of enjoyment through the travel. The traveller’s happiness is our goal, which always comes with safety first. Moreover, Touch Planet Treks is eco-friendly and promotes sustainable tourism activities. We provide two percent of our total sales to the local community by supporting their education and healthcare. We also value the travellers time and money by offering reasonable package costs. Hence, the benefits of booking the Everest Base Camp budget trek with Touch Planet Treks are below.

  • Offering reasonable package costs with the top level of hospitality and comfortable facilities and services.
  • We value your precious time and money for your vacation in Nepal by offering the right package and price cost according to your needs.
  • Customize your itinerary and trip packages as per your availability and interest.
  • Offering well-experienced and professional trekking guides and porters, who will always take care of you.
  • Touch Planet Treks has community CSR programs, for which we provide 2 percent of our sales for the local community for their healthcare and child education.
  • You can have an installment payment program for the trip to Nepal, book your package, and pay in monthly installments.
  • Travelers will have 24/7 online support and communication after booking the trip.
  • Luggage storage facility during Everest base camp trek in Touch Planet treks
  • Welcome and farewell dinner by Touch Planet Treks on arrival and farewell.
  • Offering the complementary seasonal fruit dessert after the dinner during the trek
  • We offer you the beautiful T-shirt and duffel bag for the Everest Base Camp Trek.
  • We offer you a certificate of achievement for the Everest Base Camp trek by Touch Planet Treks.

Budget Everest Base Camp Trek Cost

The budget for the Everest base camp trek depends on the group size, itinerary days, required services, and quality of food and hotel stay. The premium quality of hotel stays, food, and Everest Base Camp trek insurance cost will determine the Everest Base Camp trek cost. However, the travel insurance is excluded from the package cost, which you will opt into at your convenience. Hence, Touch Planet Treks will be offering the best 3-star category hotel stay in Kathmandu, the best available twin-sharing lodge or teahouse on the trek, quality food, a professional trekking team, and personalized services while following the safety procedures. So, the budget Everest Base Camp trek cost will be USD 1190 without porter services.

However, for the solo trekkers, we can offer you a porter guide, who will help you carry your luggage and guide you on the path. Trekkers who require porter services in the budgetEBC trek can hire a porter at USD 320 for a porter. Hence, the budget Everest base camp trek group cost is below.

  • The solo trekker's Everest Base Camp budget trek cost USD 1190.
  • For 2 to 7 trekkers of the budget Everest base camp trek, the cost is USD 1095.
  • For a group of 8 to 14 trekkers, the budget for Everest Base Camp costs USD 1030.
  • The cost of a 15- to 20-person Everest Base Camp budget trek is USD 975.
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Itinerary

Everest Base Camp Budget Trek Itinerary

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On arrival in Kathmandu, Touch Planet Treks will welcome you in the Kathmandu airport and transfer you to the hotel. You will have tea, coffee, or juice as a welcome drink and then have some rest. Travelers will have a leisurely walk around the local market and can buy the Everest trekking gear and accessories. You will have the evening dinner, an overnight stay at the hotel, and unwind from the long journey.

Max Altitude: 1,400 m. Accommodation: 3 Stars Category Boutique Hotel

You will start the journey to Lukla from Kathmandu, wake up early in the morning, get refreshed, and take a flight to Lukla from Kathmandu. You might have a flight from Ramechap to Lukla depending on the weather condition and other conditions of the Kathmandu airport. Kathmandu to Lukla will take around 25 minutes by flight, where you will have a scenic mountain flight and explore the amazing Himalayas. Lukla airport is at about 2,860 meters, and you will start your trek from Lukla to Phakding. Phakding is about 2,610 meters, and the distance from Lukla is around 8 kilometers. The trekking duration from Lukla to Phakding will take 3 to 4 hours depending on the trekkers pace. You will be exploring the beautiful subtropical lush forest, unique landscapes, the beautiful suspension bridge over the Dudhkoshi River, and the beautiful local village.

Once you arrive in Phakding, you will be having a rest with drinking hot tea or coffee. Explore the amazing surroundings and unique landscapes. You will have a delicious evening dinner and overnight stay at a teahouse or lodge in Phakding.

Max Altitude: 2,610 m. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerAccommodation: Hotel/ Lodge

Wake up in the morning, and you will have your breakfast and get ready for the trek to Namche Bazaar. You will trek downhill and uphill along the beautiful Dudhkoshi River and cross the suspension bridge, including the famous Hillary Bridge. You will pass by beautiful Manjo village, amazing Sagarmatha National Park, and beautiful landscapes. The trek to Namche Bazaar from Phakding is about 10 to 12 kilometers, and it will take 5 to 6 hours. The altitude of Namche Bazaar is 3,440 meters. The beautiful Namche Bazaar is the gateway of the Everest region trekking. Once you arrive at Namche Bazaar, you will have some rest in the lodge or hotel with hot tea or coffee. Explore the beautiful surroundings, local market, and cozy coffee shops. You will have the evening dinner and overnight stay in a hotel at Namche Bazaar.

Max Altitude: 3,440 m. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerAccommodation: Hotel

You will wake up early in the morning and hike to the Everest View Hotel, which is around 3,880 meters. Trekkers will have the morning breakfast and start hiking to Syangboche Airport and Everest View Hotel. You will have beautiful views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Thamserku, and other beautiful Himalayan ranges. Hiking to the Everest View Hotel will take 4 to 5 hours for a round trip. After spending some time in the Everest View Hotel, you will get back to Namche and have lunch and rest sometime. In the evening you will have an exploration of the local market and savour the Himalayas coffee and delicious cheesecake. You will get back to the hotel and have your delicious evening dinner, then relax for the overnight stay.

Max Altitude: 3,440 m. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerAccommodation: Lodge

You will have your morning breakfast in the hotel and start the trek to Tengboche. The most scenic and spiritually peaceful trekking to Tengboche is beautiful and rewarding. You will have uphill and some downhill trekking trails with amazing views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. The altitude of Tengboche is about 3,870 meters, and the distance from Namche is about 10 kilometers. Trekking to Tengboche from Namche Bazaar will take 5 to 6 hours to reach. On the arrival of Tengboche, you will be having rest sometime in the teahouse, and you will explore the beautiful sacred and spiritual site of Tengboche Monastery. In the evening you will be having your delicious dinner and overnight stay in the cozy teahouse.

Max Altitude: 3,870 m. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerAccommodation: Teahouse

Trekkers will wake up in the morning and enjoy the beautiful vibes of a Himalayan morning. You will have breakfast and get ready to trek for Dingboche. Ascending to Dingboche is a beautiful Everest journey, which offers you the beautiful Island Peak, Ama Dablam, and Lhotse views. There will be chances to encounter the wild animals like the Himalayan Thar, snow leopard, and varieties of birds. Tengboche to Dingboche is around 11 kilometers, and it will take approximately 5 to 6 hours to trek. The elevation of Dingboche is about 4,410 meters. The beautiful chortens, mani walls, and stone-built local village make you peaceful and spiritual. On arrival in Dingboche, you will have a rest in the cozy teahouse with the savor of Himalayan butter tea. Explore the beautiful surroundings, and in the evening have a dinner and unwind overnight from the long trek.

Max Altitude: 4,410 m. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerAccommodation: Teahouse

Trekkers will be ascending to higher altitudes in the Himalayas; there will be beautiful alpine meadows, grasslands, and rocky terrain. You will trek through the gradual uphill and alpine valley. You will have beautiful views of Lobuche Peak, Nuptse, Pumori, and other Himalayas. Beautiful alpine terrain and varieties of vegetation make you more enthusiastic about the Everest region. You will be exploring the Khumbu glacier, and there will be icy wind from the Himalayas. The altitude of Lobuche is about 4,940 meters, and it is about 9 kilometers from Dingboche. The trek to Lobuche from Dingboche will take around 6 to 7 hours depending on the trekkers pace. Once you arrive in Lobuche, you will be having a rest in the cozy and comfortable teahouse. Relax with hot tea or coffee and explore the surroundings. In the evening have your healthy dinner and overnight stay in the teahouse.

Max Altitude: 4,940 m. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerAccommodation: Teahouse

Today you will wake up early in the morning and have your breakfast, then get ready for the most demanding trekking Everest base camp submission. Trekkers will trek to Everest base camp via Gorak Shep and trek back to Gorak Shep. You will follow the Khumbu glacier along the rocky path and cross the beautiful ridges. You will be exploring beautiful Pumori, Ama Dablam, Khumbutse, Everest, and other gorgeous Himalayas. Lobuche to Everest Base Camp is about 12 kilometers, and it will take around 6 to 8 hours. The Everest base camp is approximately 5,364 meters above sea level. You will take beautiful pictures that will last the memories for a lifelong period. Spend some time in Everest base camp and get back to the Gorak Shep.

You will have rest with having hot tea or coffee at Gorak Shep in the beautiful teahouse. Explore the beautiful surroundings and overnight stay in the tea house after having your dinner.

Max Altitude: 5,164 m. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerAccommodation: Teahouse

Today, you will trek to Kala Patthar, which is the highest point of the Everest Base Camp trek. From Kala Patthar you will have panoramic views of Mt. Everest, Pumori, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and others. You will be ascending to the Kala Patthar, which will take around 1.5 hours to 2 hours to submit to the Kala Patthar peak. The Kala Patthar is elevated at 5,545 meters. You will have an amazing sunrise view from Kalapatthar; gorgeous Everest, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori, and other beautiful mountains will give you amazing rewards. Explore Kala Patthar sometime, take pictures for lifelong memories, and get back to Gorak Shep. You will have your breakfast in Gorak Shep and trek to Pheriche. The altitude of Pheriche is approximately 4,371 meters.

Today's whole-day trek from Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar and back to Pheriche is about 13 to 14 kilometers, and it will take 7 to 8 hours to trek. Once you arrive in Pheriche, you will have hot butter tea or coffee and relax sometime in the teahouse. You will be exploring the beautiful Pheriche and celebrating the achievement of successfully climbing Kala Patthar and Everest Base Camp. You will have your evening dinner and overnight stay at Pheriche.

Max Altitude: 4,371 m. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerAccommodation: Teahouse

Trekkers will wake up in the morning and have their breakfast in the hotel. You will get ready to trek back to Namche Bazaar, which is a long descent. You will trek back from Pheriche at 4,371 m to 3,440 meters all the way down. The trek to Namche Bazaar is to be downhill, so be careful and relax while moving your feet. You could have muscle ’pain and knee problems, yet you need to relax and be careful. Pheriche to Namche is about 16 to 18 kilometers, and it will take around 7 to 8 hours to trek. Once you arrive in Namche Bazaar, you will be transferred to a comfortable hotel where you will relax from the long trek. Have a rest sometime and explore the Namche bazaar and its beautiful surroundings. Overnight stay in the hotel after having your dinner.

Max Altitude: 3,440 m. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerAccommodation: Hotel/Lodge

After breakfast you will trek to Lukla from Namche Bazaar. The trek from Namche to Lukla is about 17 to 18 kilometers, and it will take 6 to 7 hours to trek. Trekkers will be descending to Lukla. However, the trekking trail is downhill and uphill; you will be crossing the suspension bridge over the Dudhkosi River and the Hillary suspension bridge. You will exit the Sagarmatha National Park and Manjo cheaply. You will be exploring the beautiful terrain, lush forest, and wonderful landscapes. Once you arrive in Lukla, you will be having a rest in the lodge. You can explore around the beautiful Lukla airport, which is the highest-altitude airport in the world. In the evening you will have your delicious dinner and unwind in the hotel.

Max Altitude: 2,860 m. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerAccommodation: Lodge

Finally, today it will be ending your Everest base camp guided trek; you will be flying to Kathmandu early in the morning. Wake up in the morning and have your breakfast, then get ready to fly to Kathmandu. Usually, the flight in Lukla will be early in the morning due to weather conditions. The Lukla to Kathmandu flight will be around 25 minutes. During the flight to Kathmandu from Lukla, you will be exploring the beautiful Himalayas views, including Everest. Once you arrive in Kathmandu, you will be transferred to the hotel and have some time to rest. Travelers will be exploring Kathmandu on a sightseeing tour.

You will start the Kathmandu sightseeing tour from Boudha Nath stupa. You will be visiting the Pashupathi Nath temple, Swayambhu Nath stupa, and beautiful Kathmandu Durbar Square. Once you finish the valley sightseeing, you will be transferring to the hotel. In the evening you will have a farewell dinner and celebration program. You will get back to the hotel and unwind from the long Everest base camp journey.

Max Altitude: 1,400 m. Meals: Breakfast and Farewell DinnerAccommodation: 3 Stars Category Boutique Hotel

You will get up according to your flight schedule and have your delicious breakfast in the hotel. Today is your last day of the Nepal trip, so make sure you keep all the beautiful memories to have lifelong remembrance. Hence, after the breakfast you will get ready to depart for the airport. A Touch Planet Treks representative will be there in the hotel to escort you to the Tribhuvan International Airport. The travelling time to the airport will be around 30 minutes. We will drop you at the airport by a comfortable private vehicle with our representative. We will do a final farewell in the airport and wish you a safe and happy journey. Make sure you bring all your belongings and lots of memories of Nepal trips. See you on the next trip to Nepal; have a beautiful day ahead. Thank you and Namaste.

Max Altitude: 1,400 m. Meals: BreakfastAccommodation: Till 12 Noon
Cost Details
Includes
  • Three-star standard boutique hotel in Kathmandu, 2 nights
  • Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu, both ways, local flight
  • Best available teahouse or lodge during the Everest base camp trek
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a cup of tea or coffee during the Everest base camp trek
  • Sagarmatha National Park permits and local trekking permit fees
  • A professional and government-licensed holder trekking guide
  • Personalized service with special care for the trekkers
  • Complementary Everest base camp trekking map
  • A beautiful Touch Planet Treks ’T-shirt and duffel bag for the EBC trek
  • The first aid medical kit carried by the trek guide during the trekking
  • Staff’s food, salary, accommodation, and insurance cost for the Everest base camp trek
  • Serving a complementary seasonal fruit dessert after dinner during the trek
  • Government tax and service charges for the Everest base camp trek
  • Farewell dinner and celebration after finishing the Everest base camp trek
  • A certificate of achievement from Touch Planet Treks, if you require it.
Excludes
  • International flight ticket
  • Nepal entry visa fee 
  • Travel insurance and property loss insurance
  • Porter service for the trek (USD 290 for porter services)
  • Personal expenses, likewise, include additional drinks, alcoholic beverages, laundry, hot showers during the trek, and others.
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu due to unforeseen circumstances or any other reasons
  • Tips for guides and porters.
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Porter Service for Trekking at USD 290

For mountain trekking in Nepal, we will provide the porter services, which they will help you carry your personal luggage and belongings. One porter can carry 2 trekkers' luggage; a porter can carry 20 kg. Hence, porter service costs in mountain trekking are USD 290 each for round trips. By opting for the porter service in Himalayan trekking, you will get help carrying your bag and personal safety and security.

Nagarkot Retreat Overnight Stay Package at USD 265

The two-day luxury Nagarkot retreat package is available at USD 265 per traveler. You will have a 4-star category hotel stay, wellness and spa, a candlelight dinner, and a Nagarkot walking safari during the Nagarkot retreat package. However, you will enjoy the retreat and will feel relaxed and at inner peace on your vacation. The next day, have beautiful sunrise views and a hiking safari, and you will have your delicious breakfast and return to Kathmandu via Bhaktapur.

Helicopter Return from Gorak Shep to Lukla USD 850

Trekkers have the facility to return by helicopter to the Lukla airport for just USD 850 per traveler. During the Everest base camp trek, if you have problems walking or need to return early, you can have a helicopter return. From Kala Patthar or Gorak Shep to Lukla airport, you will come by helicopter, and the same day or the next day, you will return to Kathmandu by plane.

Everest Mountain Flight Tour at USD 275

Enjoy with our Everest Mountain flight in just USD 275 per person. Travellers will have 45- minutes to one hour mountain flight over the Himalayas. You can enjoy the gorgeous Himalayas and panoramic mountain views.

Chitwan wildlife Jungle Safari Tour is USD 275

You can have a 3-day Chitwan wildlife jungle safari trip, where you can have an amazing adventure in Chitwan National Park. During the wildlife safari, you will have chances to explore the varieties of flora and fauna, including endangered animals like the one-horned rhino, and explore many more. Travelers will enjoy the canoeing, bird watching, Tharu culture dancing, and many other amazing activities.

Trisuli River Rafting is USD 70

A one-day trip to Trisuli for freshwater rafting includes transportation and lunch. Trisuli River Rafting is USD 70 per traveler. You will have an amazing adventure in Trisuli Rafting with pickup and drop-off in the local transportation.

Chandragiri Hill Cable Car Tour USD 75

Travelers will have the Chandragiri Hill Cable Car Tour at USD 75 each. You will have a comfortable private vehicle with A/C to Chandragiri, and you will ride a cable car to the Chandragiri hill. Explore the panoramic views of Kathmandu and the beautiful, serene Himalayas. However, you can worship at the Bhaleshwor Mahadev temple on Chandragiri hill and feel spiritual peace.

Kathmandu-Pokhara Flight Two-Way USD 220

Travelers can have Kathmandu-Pokhara two-way flight tickets at USD 220 each. The Kathmandu-Pokhara flight will take around 30 minutes to reach. However, to avoid a 7- to 8-hour road trip, you can avail yourself of a flight ticket to Pokhara and Kathmandu and then enjoy your amazing vacation trip to Nepal.

Kathmandu Pokhara Tourist Bus Ticket USD 15

Travelers can have a tourist bus ticket to Pokhara, which will be comfortable with a sofa seat and air conditioning. The cost of a Kathmandu-Pokhara or Pokhara-Kathmandu tourist bus ticket will be USD 15 each. Kathmandu to Pokhara is approximately 200 km to drive, where you pass by beautiful villages, Himalayan rivers, rice fields, and beautiful landscapes.

Wellness and full body Massage is USD 80

Travelers can enjoy a full-body massage and spa for USD 80 per person. You will have an Ayurvedic or specialized wellness full-body massage by a professional therapist for about an hour. After finishing the high-altitude mountain trek or long tour in Nepal, a full-body wellness massage is wonderful to have. You will feel relaxed; your long-term mental stress and tiredness will be gone. Thus, a full-body wellness massage is great to have with a professional therapist.

Make Your Trip Luxury at USD 700

The word luxury means much comfort, more secure, lifelong experience, and beautiful vibes. You can add just USD 700 on top of your package and can convert your trip to luxury. The luxury trip will offer a 5-star category hotel in Kathmandu with a fine dining experience, the best available room for mountain trekking, and delicious, high-quality food. All services will be luxurious and majestic with a professional trekking team.

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Best Time to Trek for Budget Everest Base Camp

The best time to trek Everest Base Camp is spring and autumn season. Trekkers can do the Everest Base Camp budget trek from March to May and from September to November. However, the months of February, June, August, and December are also favourable as pre- and post-Everest Base Camp trek seasons. Spring falls in March to May, and the autumn season falls in September to November. Due to high-altitude trekking, it will be difficult to do the Everest base camp trek in December, which will be cold weather. The winter season will be very challenging and difficult to go on the Everest base camp trek. The summer or monsoon season will fall in Nepal from the month of June to August. Hence, during the monsoon season there will be heavy rainfalls, and it will be challenging to go on the Everest base camp trek. Thus, the best time to trek Everest base camp is from March to May and September to November.

Difficulty Level of Budget Everest Base Camp Trek

The Everest base camp budget trek is beautiful Mt. Everest trekking, which takes you up to 5,545 meters to Kala Patthar. However, the Everest base camp is about 5,364 meters above sea level. Trekkers will pass by the beautiful Khumbu Glacier, beautiful high-altitude terrain, alpine meadows, rocky and icy up hills, and lush forests. Hence, remote and high-altitude trekking trails make the Everest base camp budget trek challenging and difficult. However, the Everest base camp trek is challenging but beautiful and rewarding trekking. You will be climbing the Everest base camp and Kala Patthar and exploring amazing Himalayan peaks. The world's highest-altitude hotel, Everest View Hotel, Namche Bazaar, and Tengboche Monastery are the historical landmarks to visit during the trek. Thus, the Everest base camp budget trek is of moderate difficulty and challenging, but it is beautiful and rewarding with the thrilling adventures and amazing Himalayas.

Everest Base Camp Trek Insurance Cost

The Everest base camp trek insurance cost varies, depending on the terms required, coverages, medical treatment, emergency rescue, and age of the travelers. Moreover, the travel insurance cost also depends on the individual insurance company. The Mount Everest trek budget needs the travel insurance. Travel insurance for Everest Base Camp trekking is highly recommended due to the high altitude, difficult terrain, and remote trekking trail. Hence, the Everest base camp trek insurance cost will be starting from USD 50 to 200 or even more, depending on the several requirements. Indeed, the Everest base camp trek cost will be approximately USD 100 to 150 for each trekker. While having the travel insurance, make sure the coverage includes high altitude, which is up to 6,000 m., medical coverage, and emergency helicopter rescue coverage. Trekkers can read the terms while opting for the travel insurance.

Hotel Accommodation and Food During the Everest Base Camp Trek

Hotel accommodation during the Everest Base Camp budget trek will be a 3-star standard boutique hotel with breakfast in Kathmandu. However, during the Everest trek you will have a comfortable teahouse or lodge with a cozy room and a full set of bed. Trekkers will have twins sharing a comfortable room with beautiful mountain views. Some places will have attached bathrooms, and some have shared bathrooms. About the food for the Everest base camp trek, it will be healthy, clean, and organic. While in Kathmandu, you will have a variety of food options upon your choice, like authentic Nepali food, Indian, continental, Chinese, Korean, Italian, and others. However, during the Everest base camp trek there will be limited options of food, which will be delicious and healthy. You will have local or global cuisine cooked in local Nepali style by the Nepalese chefs, like Nepali Dal Bhat, pizza, noodles, meat items, soup, veggies, and others.

Everest Base Camp Trek Gear Cost

The trekking gear for Everest Base Camp trekking is crucial for the Everest trekking. You need to have proper trekking gear and bag packing for the Everest base camp trek. Trekkers can include warm and moisture-wicking outfits, trekking and hiking boots, socks, sleeping bags, warm jackets, electronics, toiletries, and other accessories. Moreover, hiking poles, sunglasses, a first aid kit, an oximeter, and other personal trekking gear are important. The cost of Everest base camp trek gear will be USD 150 to USD 500 or even more, according to the trekkers needs. However, trekkers can hire the trekking gear on a daily basis. Sleeping bags, carry bags, down jackets, hiking boots, trekking pants, and trousers will be the high-end cost, which you can use casually in your daily life. Hence, the Everest base camp trekking gear cost will be starting from USG 150 to 500 or even more.

Everest Base Camp Budget Trek Bag Packing

Bag packing for the Everest Base Camp budget trek is crucial to having your perfect Himalayas vacation in Nepal. Indeed, the warm and light weight trekking outfits, quality trekking boots, electronics, toiletries, and other personal gear are most important during the Everest base camp trek. During the Everest trekking there will be extreme cold, especially in the high terrain. The sleeping bag, down jackets, and trekking boots need to have a capacity of negative 10 to 15 degrees Celsius. However, all the trekking gears are equally important during the Everest trek. Even small trekking equipment or accessories will matter for the perfect Everest base camp trek. Hence, here is the trekking gear list and bag packing for the Everest Base Camp budget trek.

  • Footwear for Everest Base Camp Budget Trek
  • Warm and moisture-wicking socks
  • Trekking and hiking boots
  • Sandals or slippers
  • Crampons for trekking in snow

Lower Bodywear for Everest Base Camp Budget Trek

  • Underwear: 4 to 5 pairs
  • Warm inner trousers
  • Trekking and hiking pants
  • Hiking half pants
  • Warm and thick trekking pants
  • Body muscle bandages
  • Waterproof trousers

Upper Bodywear for Budget Everest Base Camp Trek

  • Innerwear vest with moisture wicking
  • Comfortable T-shirts and full-sleeve shirts
  • Medium lightweightjackets
  • Thick and warm jackets
  • Waterproof warm jacket
  • Down jacket for capacity of -15 degrees Celsius

Headwear for Budget EBC Trek

  • Cap or hat for sun protection
  • UV protection sunglasses, 2 pairs
  • Warm woolen full cap
  • Waterproof warm cap
  • Headlamp with extra batteries

Toiletries for Everest Base Camp Budget Trek

  • Toothpaste and toothbrush
  • Napkin and wet wipes
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Lip balm for lip care
  • Sunscreen for skin care
  • First aid kit and personal medicine
  • Shower gel and shampoo
  • Body spray

Electronics and Essentials for Budget EBC Trek

  • Smartphone or Camera
  • Power bank with solar charging
  • Hot water tumbler, minimum of 2 liters
  • Binoculars for far-distance view
  • Charging accessories for electronics
  • Oximeter for measuring oxygen level

Other Essentials for Everest Trekking

  • Carry bag and duffel bag
  • Sleeping bag for capacity of -10 to -15 degrees Celsius
  • Dry snacks, cookies, chocolate bars, and energy bars
  • Hiking pole if required
  • Pen and diary for writing the notes
  • Reading books or journals
  • Raincoat or umbrella
  • Some hand cash in rupees or dollars.
  • Personal documents, i.e., visa, passport, etc.

Conclusion of Everest Base Camp Budget Trek

The Everest base camp budget trek is one of the best Himalaya treks, which is budget-friendly and the best exploration of mountains, including the world's highest, Mount Everest. You will have a scenic mountain flight over the gorgeous Himalayas to Lukla, from which you will have panoramic views of the beautiful Himalayas. The Mount Everest base camp hike cost will be budget-friendly while having the Everest budget trek package. You will be exploring the amazing Namche Bazaar and Everest View Hotel. Beautiful culture and tradition make you amazing, peaceful, and more spiritual. Exploring Tengboche monastery and fluttering chortens will be wonderful during the trek. Moreover, you will be submitting the Kala Patthar and Everest Base Camp, which will allow you to explore beautiful Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori, Island Peak, and many other beautiful Himalayas.

Trekkers will have chances to explore the varieties of wildlife, including snow leopards and Himalayan tahr.You will be amazed by the beautiful blooming flowers, varieties of vegetation, butterflies, and different species of birds. The unique terrains, alpine meadows, and traditional villages make your vacation more romantic and peaceful. Hence, the Everest base camp budget trek is perfect for the nature lovers and mountain-enthusiastic travellers.

FAQs

Yes, you can do the Everest Base Camp trek in December, but it will be cold weather, so you might have difficulty ascending the Everest Base Camp trek. However, the best time to trek to Everest Base Camp is from March to May and September to November.

The trek to Everest base camp will take 13 to 17 days for the whole itinerary, and the activities will be 6 to 10 hours every day. However, for the Everest base camp trekking, you will trek 9 days to 13 days in the mountains. The major trekking part of the Everest trek is the round trip from Lukla to Lukla round trip.

The Everest base camp trek cost will be USD 1100 to 2500 depending on the services and group of trekkers. However, the total cost of the Everest base camp trek, including the Kathmandu hotel stay, food, and shopping in Kathmandu, will be USD 1400 to USD 3000 per trekker.

Yes, you can trek to Everest base camp and return by helicopter from Gorak Shep to Lukla or Kathmandu. The cost of an Everest Base Camp trek return with helicopter will be USD 2,200 to USD 4,000; however, the cost of an EBC trek return with helicopter by Touch Planet Treks is USD 2,285 per trekker.

The Mount Everest base camp hike cost will be USD 1000 to 1800 for the Everest trekking. However, the cost of the Everest base camp budget trek from Touch Planet Treks will be USD 1,190 per trekker. The standard Everest base camp trek will be USD 1500 to 2000 per trekker with a hotel stay in Kathmandu.

The money needed for the Everest Base Camp budget trek, including the ticket and hotel stay, is USD 1190 for the EBC budget trek package and an additional USD 100 for food in Kathmandu, USD 300 for gear and shopping, USD 100 for insurance, and approximately USD 1000 for a round-trip ticket. Hence, the total money needed for the budget Everest base camp trek, including the flight ticket, is USD 2,690 per person. However, in the group of trekkers there will be less cost for the Everest base camp trek.

The Everest base camp trek from Kathmandu to Kathmandu would cost USD 900 to 1200 per trekker. However, the hotel stays in Kathmandu, the sightseeing tour in Kathmandu, and other services in Kathmandu will be additional costs.

The Everest expedition will cost a higher amount, and it will depend on the required services, age, group of climbers, and other factors. However, the standard Mt. Everest climbing cost will be USD 40,000 to 70,000 per climber.

Yes, ordinary travellers who are mountain lovers and Himalayas enthusiasts, those trekkers can climb the Everest base camp trek. However, physical fitness, cardio, and hiking exercise would help to climb Everest base camp and the Kala Patthar trek.

Yes, the Everest base camp budget trek is worth it for a Himalayas vacation. You will have the opportunity to explore the amazing Himalayas, Mt. Everest and other spectacular Himalayan sights, varieties of flora and fauna, unique local culture, and wonderful landscapes.

Ramjee Neupane (Neo)
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