Mount Everest

Name: Everest Region
Brand: Exodus
Rating: 4.8 (214 reviews)

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Challenging climbs

If you’re an energetic, fitness-oriented individual with a passion for walking and climbing, this is the trip of a lifetime. Gradually trekking higher and higher, we’ll eventually get up to the 5,364m Everest Base Camp in Nepal. While there, we’ll see close-up views of Khumbu Ice Fall and take photos by the famous Base Camp Rock.

Breathtaking views

This mountainous region has some of the most impressive peaks in the world. Our Everest tours include climbs up nearby mountains such as Kala Patthar and Lobuje. You’ll treasure the views of Everest and its neighbouring peaks for the rest of your life. Snow-capped peaks, bamboo, rhododendrons, and pine forests enrich the landscapes you’ll be passing through.

Friendly local guides

Your local guides are experts in the culture and the terrain they’ll accompany you through. Exodus has one of the highest staff-to-client ratios for a trek of this kind, with an average of one staff member to four group members. They will carry oxygen and a first aid kit as they guide you through your hiking adventure with expertise and professionalism.

Local accommodation

When the main part of our trek is underway, you’ll be staying in hand-selected local teahouses, where you’ll have a comfy bed, hot drinks, and a tasty breakfast to send you on your way.

Stay among locals

You’ll be staying in Himalayan villages, where you’ll see first-hand what daily life is like for the locals. Your guides will keep you informed about local traditions and cultural sensitivities.

Mount Everest Trips

For many, Everest Base Camp is the ultimate trekking goal, other than taking on Sagarmāthā herself. The classic Everest Base Camp trek in Nepal is a demanding climb but it should not be beyond most competent walkers. The view from Base Camp across the Khumbu Icefall and its sharp ice seracs is breath-taking. From Kala Patthar, a magnificent view of Everest’s summit can be savoured.

At 5400m, Everest Base Camp is the starting point for many of the expeditions that take on the summit – look out for our special Expedition Departures that stay at Base Camp as the teams prepare for their summit attempt.

For experienced trekkers with their sights set higher still, we offer Everest tours to the quieter Gokyo valley, adorned with a string of turquoise glacial lakes and the seldom-visited Thame Valley. These treks have the added challenge of crossing high passes, including the Cho La and the Renzo La, but also include an Everest Base Camp trek. More technical, yet still classified as a trekking peak, is Island Peak (6189m). We visit Everest Base Camp before crossing into the Dingboche valley for the summit attempt.

Please be aware that previous trekking experience is required.

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The Annapurnas or Everest?

For years trekkers and walkers have argued about the differences between the Annapurnas and the Everest region. The simple answer is they are both spectacular yet different; the former lays claim to the Annapurna Sanctuary and the view from Poon Hill, whereas the latter has Everest Base Camp, the Sherpa heartland and the hilltop monastery at Thyangboche.

Both offer big mountain panoramas; the Everest region is perhaps more stark and rugged in appearance as most of the trekking here is above the tree line, and all of our Everest treks involve taking the mountain flight to Lukla. What you cannot escape is the fabulous warm hospitality of the Nepali people and the superb support of our experienced staff on the trek. All of our treks in the Everest region are point-to-point treks staying in the local teahouses.

Exodus was very easy to deal with. I was kept informed and updated throughout. 5 days before departure the Iran War started and I was flying with Qatar Airways and thought that was the end of our holiday. On Monday morning Exodus informed me they were dealing with the matter and by the afternoon had managed to rebook alternative flight, a first class service . The holiday was out of this world and very inefficiently run by our tour Guide Tenze Sherpa. Top marks to Exodus as a travel firm

David Grace Everest & Gokyo Lakes Circuit

The trip was well organised and communication was great. The expertise and the experience of the Leader and the crew on the trek was absolutely fantastic and that made all the difference to me.

Samanthi Dealwis Everest Base Camp Trek

I’m 70. I had a yearning to see Everest since I was quite young. As I grew older, I hoped to do the trip with my sons but the length of the trip was not conducive. I wasn’t particularly fit but trained for a few months beforehand, not knowing if I could manage the amount of walking , let alone the unknown element of altitude.
Arriving in Kathmandu, the hotel was excellent and we had time to visit the old city of Thamel.
The flight to Lukla was a great experience in a small plane, next the start of the trek.
The ‘Teahouses’ along the way offered a warm convivial welcome, with varying numbers of other trekkers present. Suspension-bridge crossings, some several hundred metres long were great! We were lucky to have clear visibility and sunshine nearly every day as we progressed ever higher amid awe-inspiring scenery, expertly led by our leader Valerie Parkinson, and Nepalese guide Saroje. Our yakman Nawang took care of all our luggage except for our light daysacks.
We gazed up at Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Macalu, Pumori, to name but a few peaks. From various vantage points including the aptly named Everest View Hotel, we had excellent views of Everest with the South Summit and South Col.
We experienced at first hand the logistical marvel of how everything is transported up here; by yak, mule, dzo or porter.
Bird-life included Vultures and Golden Eagles soaring overhead, plus Tibetan Snow birds that took a fancy to my lemon drizzle cake on Kala Patthar during our final acclimatisation trek.
After taking in the Kumbhu Glacier, we reached Gorak Shep before the final push to Everest Base Camp itself. Unlike most other treks, we had ample time at Base Camp rock before the short walk to one of the expedition camps where we stayed overnight, amongst an array of camps looking like something out of a Bond movie. We witnessed a massive avalanche, and spent time on the ice shelf, truly surreal amongst the surrounding peaks.
Overall, it was tough but an utterly amazing experience, in the competent hands of our leader Valerie, a lifetime goal achieved.

Julian Pomery Everest Base Camp Trek

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Planning Your Trip to Mount Everest?

How hard is it to hike to Everest Base Camp?

Hiking to Everest Base Camp is relatively tough, so you should make sure you’re confident in your level of fitness before you book your trip.

When you view each of our Everest Base Camp treks, you’ll find an activity level rating that gives you a better idea of the difficulty level.

You will also find a breakdown of how much distance we will cover each day and an indication of what you can expect the terrain to be like.

Can you go to Everest Base Camp only?

Whichever variation of our trek you choose, you’ll start hiking from Lukla airport and at some point in the trip, you’ll reach the Everest Base Camp and have a chance to explore it. Your group won’t be trekking up Mount Everest itself, but you’ll cover lots of ground in the surrounding region and get unforgettable views of the world’s highest mountain.

Our Mount Everest Base Camp trips include climbing neighbouring mountains, such as Kala Patthar, Gokyo Ri and Lobuje. Each is a challenge in its own right. To see specifics about trekking routes, view the itinerary on the page.

How many hours of walking is Everest Base Camp?

Many of our travellers ask us how long it takes to trek Everest Base Camp. Well, our base camp hikes take somewhere in the range of 12-15 days. You’ll spend around 5-9 hours walking each day, though it’s possible that your trip may include the occasional day that’s longer.

It’s important not to rush the trek, so we’ve factored in time to acclimatise to altitudes that become gradually higher the further your group progresses. One of the core principles of acclimatisation is to “climb high and sleep lower” so our routes account for this.

How many miles a day is an Everest Base Camp trek?

Each day, your trek will be anywhere from 3-12 miles long. View a breakdown of each day on the page to see specific details on the distances you’ll travel.

Which month is best for Everest Base Camp?

In any season, mountainous climates can be unpredictable, so it’s important you’re prepared for all temperatures and weathers.

With us, you can book an Everest Base Camp trekking holiday between April and November (dependent on the exact trek you select).

The pre-monsoon season takes place from March to May. You can expect temperatures to be mainly warm day and night in the lower altitudes. At Base Camp level, there is still a chance of snow during this time. There will be flowers along the route, making for lovely scenery.

From June to early September, it’s monsoon time! When you land in Lukla, you can expect to experience a lot of rain. At higher altitudes, the rainfall may be slightly lighter. It’s a quieter time for Everest Base Camp walkers because the monsoon season is less popular, but if you don’t mind the extra challenge, it can still be a rewarding trek.

The main trekking season is mid-September to November, because this is post-monsoon season and usually offers clear skies and mild temperatures. You must still be prepared for cold nights if you’re travelling in this season though. They can reach -10C at some of the higher altitudes we’ll be in.

How cold does it get at Everest Base Camp?

This depends on which season you visit. In April and May, night-time temperatures of -1°C are normal. During the monsoon season, a 4°C night-time temperature is normal. If you trek with us during October to November, then expect lows of -8°C at night.

What is the hardest part of Everest Base Camp trek?

This depends on which Everest Base Camp trek you select. If Kala Patthar is on your route, you should be aware that many hikers find this quite difficult. Its elevation is 5,540 metres. From this peak, you’ll get stunning views of Everest itself, but of course, you’ll need to be physically fit enough to take on the challenge.

Can a beginner go to Everest Base Camp?

While a base camp hiking trip may not require the same level of mountaineering skill as a climb to the summit itself, we advise that you have a high level of fitness and hiking skill before you take up this exhilarating challenge. Training focuses in the months leading up to your trip should include cardio fitness and leg strength. Practise steep hikes too, if you can.

How much does it cost to tour Everest Base Camp?

The costs of our Base Camp treks vary depending on which one you choose. As a guideline, you can expect to pay from £2,500 (excluding flights). Each trek is 11-21 days long and includes the guidance of an expert tour leader, accommodation, transport, porterage, and breakfasts, among other things.