The traditional route of the Everest Base Camp trek without flight from Kathmandu is Jiri to Everest Base camp trekking. This trek starts from Jiri and it takes 7-8 hours driving from the capital city of Nepal, Kathmandu by bus. This trek start from an altitude of 1800m and numerous ascending and descending trails so the possibility of Acute Mountain Sickness is less. Numerous Villages and rivers with lots of suspension bridges during the way of Jiri to EBC trek.
Three acclimatization days in this trek. The first at Junbesi(2680) m altitude). Visiting the Chholing Monastry is their attraction. The Second in Namche Bazaar (3440m). Namche is also called the gateway of Everest and the Business Center of the Khumbu region. Visit Khunjing(Hillary Village), Khunde with Hillary Hospital, and School with Everest view Hotel( the highest altitude star hotel in Namche bazaar Aclamatization day attraction.
The 3rd spot for Acclimatization is in Dingboche(at the altitude of 4410m) is the gateway of Island peak climbing and the Khongla-ma pass trek. Then slowly walk to Lobuche, Gorakshep, and Everest Base Camp.
Morning 3-hour sunrise hike to Kalapatthar gives you a 360-degree panoramic view of Khumbu-glacier and icefall with Himalayan peaks Pumori, Lhotse, Khumbutse, Mt. Everest, Everest South cool, Nuptse, Makalu, Ama-Dablam, Thamserku, Kangtega, and numerous snow-capped Himalayan view attractive the festinating trekkers around the world. The journey back to down more rapidly until Lukla in 3 days then fly back to Kathmandu.
Every year around 50000 trekkers did Everest Base Camp trek. But Only 100 trekkers did this Jiri to EBC trek due to lack of their holiday time frame. You can explore the spiritual meaning of life when you see Tibetan Buddhism and local people's culture and lifestyle. Spring and Autumn are the best seasons for trekking nevertheless Mission Himalaya Treks And Expeditions PVT Ltd offers you this trek throughout the year or all 4 seasons.
Trip Highlights:
- The gateway of Everest Namche.
- Tengboche Monastery.
- Everest View hotel.
- Kalapatthar viewpoint.
Best trekking and Visiting time in Jiri to Everest Base Camp:
Trekking can be undertaken for the whole of the year in Nepal. There are four seasons which attracts tourist to trek in Nepal.
The best season for trekking in Nepal is the autumn season. In this season the temperature is a moderate, clear sky with panoramic views of mountains, varieties of flowers with excellent weather which offers the heavenly view which attracts tourists.
In lower altitudes, the weather remains mildly warm but in higher altitudes, short storms and snow may happen. This is the best time to visit Nepal, as the environment remains pleasant so you can enjoy the beauty of Nepal. It lasts from September to November.
Another season that is also considered the best trekking season is the spring season. You can see the dazzling view of blooming wildflowers viz Rhododendron which grand your red and pink lustrous scenario.
A large number of tourists like to visit Nepal in this season. It lasts from March to May.
The Winter season is another season that is the best trek time for snow lovers. In this season, the temperature reaches glacial and wind chill. A mass number of tourists like to trek during this season to enjoy snowfall though the temperature is low. You can enjoy this frosty season from December to February. The summer season is one of the worst seasons for this trek. In this season there is a high temperature, heavy rainfall due to the monsoon. Mountains are sleeve by clouds. We do not recommend trekking during this season because of rain and the easy cancellation of flights. Although, You can still experience the splendor of Dolpa and Upper Mustang pleasant. This season lasts from June to August.
What is the EBC Trek Difficulty level? The Everest Base Camp is a moderate-difficult trek. Anyone with previous trekking experience can go on this trek. Altitude sickness, Accommodation, food, the weather is some common Difficulty. Here is the list of Everest Base Camp difficulties that you may face. Be prepared for these problems and your trek will be obviously much much easier.
Note: Mission Himalaya Treks And Expeditions PVT LTD tries to give you almost all the useful information that you will be needed before trekking. If you have some other questions regarding the trip please feel free to email, comment, or inbox us.
How to go EBC trekking:
Everest Base Camp Trek is on the bucket list of many tourists. After arriving at only one international airport in Kathmandu, Nepal (TIA), you will be transferred to the hotel. You can take a flight to Lukla or you have to take a bus to Jiri and start trekking. It takes a long time to reach Jiri if you go by bus. It takes about 7-8 hrs to reach there.
Alternatively, either you can take a bus to Salleri from Kathmandu which takes around 9-10 hrs. Or, you can take a flight to Phaplu by flight and start your voyage. It takes 18 days to complete the long haul.
If you want more information please contact Mission Himalaya Treks and Expeditions PVT LTD.
Jiri to Everest Base Camp trek itinerary:
Day 1. Arrival day in Kathmandu(1300m/4264ft){20 minutes driving}.
Day 2. Trek preparation and Kathmandu Valley sightseeing(1300m/4264ft){6 hours sightseeing}.
Day 3. Drive from Kathmandu to Jiri{2370m/7774ft}[8-9 hours driving].
Day 4. Trek from Jiri to Bhandar.
Day 5. Trek from Bhandar to Sete(2575m/8446ft){5 hours trekking}.
Day 6. Trek from Sete to Junbesi(2680m/8790ft)Lamjura Pass(3530m/11578ft){6 to 7 hours trekking}.
Day 7. Trek from Junbesi to Numthala(2330m/7642ft){5-6 hours trekking}.
Day 8. Trek from Nunthala to Bupsadanda(2300m/7544ft){5 to 6 hours trekking}.
Day 9. Trek from Bupsa to Surke(2290m/7511ft){5 hours trekking}.
Day 10. Trek from Surke to Phakding(2610m/8561ft){5 hours trekking}.
Day 11. Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar(3440m/11283ft){5-6 hours trekking}.
Day 12. rest or acclimatization at Namche.
Day 13. Trek from Namche to Tyangboche(3867m/12684ft){5-6 hours trekking}.
Day 14. Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche(4358m/14295ft){5-6 hours trekking}.
Day 15. Acclimatization or a free day at Dingboche.
Day 16. Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche.
Day 17. Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep(5160m/16929ft) Hike to Everest Base camp(5364m/17437ft){7-8 hours trekking}.
Day 18. hike to Kalapatthar(5545m/18204ft) and Trek back to Pheriche(4200m/13776ft){7-8 hours trekking}.
Day 19. Trek from Pheriche to Namche(3440m){7-8 hours trekking}.
Day 20. Trek from Namche to Lukla(2800m/9186ft){7-8 hours trekking}.
Day 21. Fly back from Lukla to Kathmandu(1300m) and transfer to hotel{35 minutes flight and 20 minutes driving).
Day 22. Departure or extend your trip.