At a Glance
21 Days
Trekking, Sightseeing, Himalayan views, culture
September- December and March - May
Difficult
1-18 Pax
Private vehicle, Tourist bus or flight
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner , Tae , Coffee
Lodge to Lodge Trek
Description
Highlights of Jiri to Everest base camp trek
- Jiri to Everest base camp trek provides you unforgettable moments of your life> exploring stunning views of Himalayas like: Everest (8848m\29028ft.), Cho Oyu (8152m\26745ft.), Lhotse (8516m\27939ft.), Makalu (8463m\27765ft.) and Ama Dablam (6456m\21181ft.).
- Along with this trek offers a chance to explore the famous Sherpa culture their settlements, living style, traditions, customs, rituals, and norms.
- Budget able and friendly trip itinerary all-inclusive package with 3-time meals every day. Impressive view of Gokyo Ri, Khumu icefalls.
- You can observe Buddhist culture, Quite a landscape, Amazing view from Kalapaththar biodiversity of flora and fauna in Sagarmatha National Park: wild habitats with beautiful rhododendron forest.
Trip Summary -
Everest Base Camp Trek via Jiri following the foothills of the great Himalayas. Mainly focusing on the views of the Himalayas, Sherpa villages, Monasteries, Sagarmatha National Park, Syangboche Airstrip. Immersive views of Khumbu icefalls and many glaciers during the trek. Visiting Tengboche monastery with immersive views of Mount Everest and Kalapathar. This trip is most likable for those looking to experience the unique and extreme landscape of Eastern Nepal (including Himalaya), observing ethnic tribes and explore varieties of flora and fauna.
Everest Base Camp Trek via Jiri is one of the typical trekking trails of Nepal which leads you to the world’s highest peak .This is the breathtaking walking trip to Everest Region. For this trek to be successful one needs to have a good walking experience and a good physical health condition.The trail passes through beautiful forest and villages. Experience of the different art and cultures of the different people of Gurung, Rai, Brahmin, Chhetri, Magar and finally reach the Lukla airport. Lukla is a gateway to the all trekking and peak climbing trail of the Everest region.
While Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa they summit to mt.Everest in 1953 then this trekking and expedition were quite famous in Everest region. The trekking lodges are normal and available with the different menu of western food . People are very helpful and cooperative in this area. If you have shot time in Nepal you can do Everest panoramic trek.
Similarly, this trek is exclusive with the panoramic view of Everest (8848m), Cho Oyu (8152m), Lhotse (8516m), Makalu (8463m) and Ama Dablam (6456m). We also have to cross through the famous Sherpa Villages of Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Buddhist Monastery, Khunde Khumjung and many more.
Itinerary
Inclusions
- Airport picks up and departure and all ground transportation during trips.
- Hotel in Kathmandu two or three-star category in twin sharing bed with breakfast basis
- Kathmandu sightseeing with city tour guide
- Accommodation in lodge and full board meals during the trekking
- Govt. trained guide and necessary no.of porters with their insurance, salary, and meals
- All fees for TIMS card and Trekking Permit
- Domestic Flight according to Itinerary
- Sleeping bag, Down jacket & necessary equipment during the trek
- One cultural show and dinner program
Exclusions
- International Flight ticket & your personal expenses
- Major meals in cities cold & alcoholic drinks
- Extra shower, battery re-charge, laundry charge etc.
- Tips to guide and porter and your insurance
Frequently Asked Question
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Trekking Group Size
We organize trekking for Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek for any number of people. If the group consists of more than 16 pax, we will split the group and arrange accordingly. We will assign one trek leader, one assistant leader for the group of four pax and porters (one porter between two members ) to carry members luggage. This arrangement ensures that the group can still go ahead as scheduled itinerary despite any member gets sick on the way in the trekking. -
Experience and Health Requirements
Jiri to Everest trekking ranges forms moderate to strenuous. And is suitable for those who can hike for 6 – 8 hours a day. Obviously hiking in the high altitude will not be so easy rather physically more demanding, however, our itinerary is scheduled for the proper acclimatization while gradually gaining the altitude in the trekking. It will be advisable to have some walking and hiking or other outdoor activities for more than two weeks which will contribute to comfortable accomplishment in reaching Jiri to Everest base camp. No technical skills or use of crampons are required for this trekking. It is highly recommended for the trekkers to consult with the doctors before coming for this trekking. Trekkers who have asthma, allergy or any other diseases related to hurt, lungs should take more precaution for this trekking. -
Travel Insurance
Trekkers need to have traveling insurance which covers the comprehensive expenses that might incur due to medical issues or accidents (this includes air ambulance, helicopter rescue, and medical treatment costs). Insurance companies in Nepal do not provide traveling insurance for the foreigners and the trekkers need to get the traveling insurance from one of the international insurance companies. Sunrise Adventure Trek will have accident insurance for the trekking staff. -
Accommodations
Accommodation in Kathmandu will be arranged on twin sharing basis on BB plan except the extra cost for the single supplement (depending on the room availability ) according to the choice of the standard of the hotels before and after the trekking. Accommodation during the trekking will be arranged at standard teahouses/ lodges with unheated rooms with wooden beds and foam mattresses on twin sharing basis. The trekkers will have to share washing and toilet facilities. If the trekker is a solo traveler, he/she will have to share a room with the trekker of same sex. -
Meals
Trekkers are provided three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during Jiri to Everest base camp trekking. They can enjoy a wide variety of food from typical Nepali food, Sherpa food, Tibetan food to all types of international cuisine (Continental, Italian, and Indian.). Unlike other trekking companies, Sunrise Adventure Trek allows trekkers to choose the food from the menu at the hotel/lodges in the trek. When the group is too big for the hotels/ lodges to provide individual dishes, a set menu will be arranged in most places. We use the lodges/hotels which serve hygienic, nutritious and good food for the trekkers for them to get enough energy for the hiking. -
Acclimatization
Any trekker can get altitude sickness while trekking in the high altitude despite strong physical fitness. What is important is giving enough time for the proper acclimatization for the trekking. Sunrise Adventure Trek has planned the itinerary with gradual altitude gain giving enough time for acclimatization for the trekkers. Hiking slowly especially at the high altitude help prevent AMS ( Acute Mountain Sickness ). If anyone feels dizzy, suffer palpitation or severe headaches and loss of appetite, he / she will be moved to the lower altitude immediately or arrange the helicopter rescue in the severe case of AMS and the client has to pay for it. -
Equipment and Packing List
A variety of clothing is necessary for the Jiri to Everest base camp trek. While choosing the equipment trekkers to need to give emphasis on two simple aspects: Lightweight and Functional. The items should be lightweight, dependable, and adaptable to a variety of extreme weather conditions. The quality of the trekking equipment you choose has a lot to do with how warm, dry, and safe you will remain. For this reason, you have to be critical of quality and the proper fit of clothing. -
Clothing
T-shirts - Hiking shorts - Undergarments - Full sleeves shirts - Long lightweight cotton pants - Fleece or wool pants (seasonal) - Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants. - Insulated pants/nylon windbreaker - Light and expedition weight thermal tops. - Fleece jacket or pullover - Waterproof shell jacket - Down jacket - Light warm fleece hat/woolen hat - Sun hat - Lightweight gloves. - Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer (seasonal). Foot Wear - Hiking boots - Light and comfortable camp shoes - Thin, lightweight inner socks. - Thick, warm wool hiking socks Accessories - Down Sleeping bag - Trekking bag / Duffle bag ( to carry for the porter ) - Daypack ( to carry with the trekkers to put the things required during the daytime ) - Large plastic bags ( to keep items dry inside the trekking bag ) - Water bottle - Headlamp with spare bulb and batteries - Trekking Poles - Personal medicine box - Sunglasses with UV protection. - Books, dairy, pen, walkman and any other game instruments Toiletries and Personal Hygiene - Quick drying small towel - Toothbrush/paste - Soap - Face and body moisturizer - Sunblock for lips - Tissues / toilet rolls - Wet wipes - Feminine hygiene products - Anti bacterial hands wash -
Trek Leader(s) and Staff
All our trek leaders are well experienced who have led trekking in Everest region for more than eight years. Their in-depth knowledge of culture, custom, the geological surroundings as well as their professionalism, sincerity, and their hospitality make your dream of successful trek an enjoyable, memorable event in your life. Although our trek leaders are not highly educated, they are well experienced, professionally trained and posses good leadership skills to operate the trip smoothly. Their smiling faces, loving and caring attitude will make your even a hard walking day a pleasant one. All trekking staff of Sunrise Adventure Trek are locally employed and have the adequate knowledge about culture, ecosystem, flora, fauna, geography, history and the safety measures in running the trips. Their attitude and the efforts will be always concentrated on the less impact of the trekkers to the local culture, custom, nature and the eco system. -
Porter Care
We are strongly committed to the porter's rights. We make sure that they are well paid and have the proper clothing, footwear, and shelter. We are aware that no porter should be asked to carry a load that is too heavy for their physical abilities and the weight limit should be adjusted for altitude, weather and trail condition. We request our members not to have more than 15 kg weight of luggage to give to the porters. Porters who become sick while in the trekking are treated with high priority just like the other trekking staff or the members. If the needed helicopter is sent and rescued in case of the severing condition of sickness or accident. All porters are insured for sickness and accident. -
Season
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Everest region are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (mid-Sept. – mid-Dec.). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against a blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February. Jiri to Everest base camp trekking can be done even during the monsoon season but not recommended. There a few avalanches prone area in this trekking route which makes it dangerous for trekking in the winter season.
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