Sleep at Everest Base Camp

Trip Overview

Trip Itinerary

Dates & Price

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Essential Information

How difficult is Sleep at Everest base camp trek?

Our Sleep at Everest Base Camp Trek is considered challenging in terms of grade due to high altitudes and longer duration hikes. The trail is relatively easier following good paths and yak trails but due to the increasing altitude, it's graded challenging. Please be prepared to walk for 6-7 hrs every day on average carrying your backpack, which will consist of your valuable items, water, extra fleece, snacks etc. Longer treks reaching up to an elevation of 5500m where some of the famous mountaineering Base Camps are located and you need to sleep at an elevation of 5000m for 2 nights at Gorekshep and Everest base camp.

Do I need previous experience to take part?

No previous experience of trekking is required but you should be moderately fit and must enjoy walking and adaptable to high altitude conditions. Having a previous experience is definitely beneficial but it is not mandatory to participate in this trip. All travelers need to be in good physical health in order to participate fully on this trip. We strongly advise you to prepare yourself for the trip at least 3 months prior to your trip date by doing regular exercises, going on hiking, running, or gym. The fitter you are, the more enjoyable you will find the experience of trekking. All our trip itinerary has been devised keeping every aspect in mind and allows ample time for acclimatization

Are meals included on this trip?

All meals are included during the trek to Everest base camp (Day 03 to Day 15 Breakfast).

We will provide three meals a day (B,L,D) during the trek. The menus in the teahouses are varied, ranging from traditional Nepalese dhal bhat, Momo (Dumpling) to pizza, and apple pie. Despite the fact that meat is available in the teahouses, we prompt against eating it on the trek. The meat has frequently been conveyed in the warmth from lower elevations for a few days before arriving at the teahouses and can cause stomach upsets or disease. During the trek, Breakfast and Dinner will be served at the teahouse/lodge where you stay and Lunch will be along the way.

At Everest base camp, your meals will be prepared by the chef who will be there to cater to our expedition group. You will get the chance to share the dining table with the climbers and sherpas who are there to summit the world's highest mountain. 

If you have any special dietary requirements please let us know in advance and we will be sure to pass your message to your guide. For a gluten-free diet, we highly recommend you bring extra foods especially for breakfast as your options for the breakfast will be limited.

Meals worth USD 500-550 are included on this trip. In Kathmandu, only breakfast will be provided to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where what and with whom to eat for lunch and dinner.

Accommodation during trekking?

Hotel (4 Nights), Teahouse/Lodge (11 Nights), Tent (1 Night)

Kathmandu Guest House:
In Kathmandu, we stay at Kathmandu Guest House, a well-known hotel where many famous celebrities like Beatles, Ricky Martin, Jeremy Irons, and others have stayed. Centrally located in Thamel, the hotel also boasts of a beautiful garden where you can relax and enjoy the greenery. Breakfast will be provided in the hotel and your accommodation will be on twin sharing basis and if you would like to have a single room, upon request you are required to pay a single supplement price as stated in the trip costing.

Regardless of whether you're coming back from the mountains or touching base from the airport, come and unwind at the hotel beautiful garden, request some fine Italian espresso or a chilled Beer, and escape in the memorable surroundings of Kathmandu's most adored guesthouse.

Teahouse/Lodge (Everest Region):
Trekking in the (Everest area) does not need tremendous logistics in accommodation as there are many clean and friendly Lodges along the trail. Rooms are basic, normally just a bed with a pillow and blankets but with a wonderful view from your window.  All the teahouses/lodges have a spacious warm dining room-lounge. The rooms are fairly basic. Blankets are generally provided by the teahouse but we will provide a warm sleeping bag to everyone. Bathrooms are mostly shared and toilets are squat type in most places. We will arrange for you and your group to stay in local lodges daily. Please remember that some of them are very basic and a sense of adventure is necessary.

On the trek, your accommodation will be on a simple teahouses/lodge with basic and shared facilities.

Everest Base Camp:
Your accommodation at Everest base camp will be on tented camping. A tent will be provided for every 2 travelers. If in case of a single by default, we will arrange a single tent for you at no additional cost. 

When is the best season to visit?

The best seasons to trek to the Everest region are Autumn (latter half of September till December) and Spring (latter half of March until mid-May).

Autumn:
Slightly colder than Spring but presents clear views of the mountains. The mornings are clear providing best mountain views, days are warmer and night time will get cold and frosty. The temperature during Autumn varies from lowest -10 degrees Celsius at Gorekshep to warmest 25 degrees Celsius at Lukla/Phakding.

Spring:
Another weather window for trekking in Nepal comes during the month of the latter March to May. The temperature will be relatively warmer during this period of time but still, nights will be cold and frosty at a higher elevation. Temperatures will drop considerably as you ascend higher every day. During the spring season, the base camp will be full of tents as Apr-May are preferred time to climb Mt. Everest.

In both seasons, Mornings are usually clear, with clouds building up in the afternoon and disappearing at night. The given temperature may raise or lower with the change in weather factors: (Sunny, Snow, Rain, etc.)

Note: Our Sleep at Everest base camp is only available during the Spring season (March to May) as to provide you with an experience of (Day at Everest base camp with Everest climbers)

Read more about the best time: https://highlandexpeditions.com/best-time-to-visit-nepal/

What is the group size?

Our emphasis is always on maintaining the small group so that it will be easy to coordinate and cooperate with each other. Our group size is small and we only take up to 12 pax in one group. If you opt to join our ‘fixed departure trip’, you are likely to be joining people from different countries of any age group except minors. The size of the group varies, the minimum no of persons required to operate a trip is 1 the maximum is 12 people.

Will I need travel insurance for the trek?

It’s mandatory and highly recommended to get travel insurance before embarking on any adventurous trips in Nepal. We advise all our clients to get travel insurance that covers up emergency helicopter evacuation that may be needed in case of the occurrence of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) or any other reasons in high altitudes where there are no other means of transportation available. It is advisable to review carefully the insurance and its coverages before making the final decision. Carry proof of your insurance with you on the holiday and leave a copy next to your kin. You must ensure that your insurance provides an adequate level of protection and covers you for the activities involved.

More information: Travel Insurance

Will I have to carry my own stuff?

You will only carry your day pack carrying the essential items (Water, Cameras, Extra Fleece, Rain jacket, Sunscreen, Snacks, Valuable Items etc.) that you may need during the walk. Rest of your stuff will be carried by the porter. We provide 1 porter to every 2 participants and we also provide a duffel bag to put your trekking gears. 

Will drinking water be provided?

Yes, we provide boiled water for the drinking purpose on all our treks and climbs. During meal time, you can ask the boys to fill the hot water for you. We strongly discourage the use of single-use plastic bottles such as mineral water on all our trips. Carrying a hot water bottle is highly recommended. 

Do we stay at the actual base camp or elsewhere?

You will spend one night at the main Everest base camp confronting the mightiest peaks in the world. Your accommodation will be in the actual base camp for one night and it will be a twin-sharing accommodation on a tent. You will also get a chance to see the lives of climbers and sherpa guides at the base camp. Your meals will be freshly-prepared at the base camp by our expedition kitchen staff. 

We request you to remain in our designated camp at the Everest base camp and do not visit other camps. Also, we humbly request you to respect the climbers and guides privacy and honour their wishes should they refrain from socializing. They are there for two months and are in a bid to summit the world's highest peak. 

Why is this trip only operable during Spring season?

Our Sleep at Everest base camp trek is only available during the Spring season (March to May). During these months, there will be climbers and sherpas guides at the Everest base camp to summit the world's highest peak. We run the trip at these months to provide you with an experience to live a life of a climber at Everest base camp for one day. 

During another season, there will not be climbers at the base camp so the experience of staying at the Everest base camp will not be the same. Thus, we only operate this trip in Spring season in a limited number of group.

Do u carry oxygen for backup?

Safety is always a priority while traveling with Highland Expeditions. Our Sleep at Everest base camp itinerary is devised keeping every aspect in mind, allowing proper acclimatization, rest days, and walking hours. On all our Everest treks, we send a supplementary oxygen system and a comprehensive medical kit be it a group of 1 or 12 for an emergency purpose. Besides, we also have a high staff to client ratio on all our treks. 

Approach to the base camp

Our route to Everest base camp trek follows a careful approach with ample time for acclimatization, less trodden route, and breathtaking sceneries along the way. With over 30 years of experience in trekking and climbing in the Himalayas, we have carefully tailored each of our itineraries. We put a lot of care into all the details when it comes to executing any of your ventures. Safety is always a priority while traveling with Highland Expeditions and we have applied this strictly on our approach.

Typical day on the trek

Daily wake up calls will be between 6.00 am to 7.00 am while on the trek. The wake-up time and breakfast time will be decided a night before during the briefing time. The time table for each day will entirely depend on your walking duration for that particular day.

After a hearty breakfast, we set off on the day's walk. Before breakfast, you are required to pack your duffel bag as it will be loaded by the porter while you are having your breakfast. After 3-4 hours of walk, we stop for lunch mid-day.  The afternoon's walk is generally shorter and we usually arrive at our destination in time for afternoon tea. The rest of the afternoon can be spent exploring the village, washing your clothes or simply relaxing with a good book. On some days, we will arrive at our destination by lunchtime and the entire afternoon will be free. After dinner, the evening will often be spent playing cards and reliving the day's adventures, before heading off to bed for a well-earned sleep.

Guide and staff on the trek

We possess a deep passion for alpine adventure & the outdoors, and with the small professional group we have on board, we’ve notched up experience that spans almost 3 decades on some of the most isolated trails and highest peaks. 

We take great pride in calling ourselves a ‘high-altitude adventure specialist’ and all this is due to our diverse and qualified team of guides. Most of our guides were born in these parts & have relatives living in other parts of the regions where they were born in. We know that locally born staffs are a vital cog in that wheel of sometimes dangerous adventure where anything can happen.

Do I need to join the group departures or can I schedule my own trip date?

Our trips are available on both fixed departure and private basis. If you are looking for a group to join this trip please check our departures section for availability, dates and price. If you would like to travel independently, or with your friends, families & colleagues you are invited to choose any of the trips at your convenient timeframe for any number of people. If you want to do something that is not included in our trip list, we are ready to tailor a trip to suit your exact requirements. In short, we will make every effort to get you on the trip you want, when you want.

What gear will I need?

The gear listed below is recommended for this kind of trip. We encourage you to get all equipment listed below for the trip and kindly ensure you check and try every equipment. You can also buy or hire the same in Kathmandu as they are available in the many trekking shops from branded to local manufacturers in Kathmandu.

Kindly note that the temperature will drop significantly as you ascend higher. Please be prepared for cold nights at higher altitudes and especially at the base camp. 

Clothing and Footwear

- Long-sleeved shirts
- T-Shirts
- Trousers
- Warm Jackets/Sweater/Pullover
- Waterproof jackets and trousers
- Thermal
- Inner wears
- Undergarments
- Warm socks
- Warm Hat, Gloves and Bandana/Scarf
- Extra clothes to wear in Kathmandu when you come back from the trek.
- Trekking shoes
- Slippers/Flip flops to wear at camp
- Daypack 30-35 liters (To carry your sunblock, water, camera, waterproof jackets, and others that you may require while trekking)

Documents

- Passport with visa and validity of 6 months after your trip completion
- 4 copies of passport size photos for permits and official formalities
- Travel Insurance (Please refer to the general information page for more detail about it)
- Flight tickets
- Credit cards in case of emergencies
- Driving ID or any other ID in case of loss of your passport.

(Please carry the photocopy of all the documents along with you and leave a copy to next of kin)

Others

- Headlamps with extra batteries
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Camera with charger or spare batteries
- A pair of trekking poles
- Water bottle one (1) liter
- Laundry bag to keep the dirty clothes
- Large plastic bags to keep the clothes dry
- Padlock
- Binoculars
- Reading materials, notebooks, and pens

Toiletries and hygiene

- Quick-drying towel
- Small face towel
- Toothbrush &Toothpaste
- Deodorants, Soap and Shampoo (Smaller bottle)
- Face and body moisturizer, Sunscreen and lip balm
- Hand sanitizer/Antiseptic wipes
- Hygiene products
- Basic first aid kit

The gears listed below will be provided by us for the trek. Down Jacket and Sleeping Bag must be returned after the completion of the trek.

- Down Jacket
- Sleeping bag 
- Duffel/Kit Bag
- Mattress (For base camp)
- Tent (For base camp) 

Other information

Other information such as (Insurance, Arrival Instructions, Visa and Passport, etc) required for the trip will be provided after your trip confirmation. Please get in touch with us via email/phone to get more information about the trip.

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Reviews

Dave and Kim Apr 11, 2022

Every aspect of this trip met and exceeded my expectations and I would recommend this trip to everyone. The guide, assistant guide and porters were the best, super attentive and supportive.

Susan M Barfknecht Apr 11, 2022

I booked my trip with Passang as single female trekking, to sleep at Everest Base Camp. He was very organized, very thorough and answered all my questions immediately. Our lead guide and assistant guide were amazing and made the trip very enjoyable. The two porters were like magic elves carrying and delivering my bag from one village to the next. The trip was fabulous… Definitely a trip of a lifetime. I would highly recommend Highland Expeditions. Their expertise, knowledge and organizational skills are what you need for a trek like this.