Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek - 12 days

Best time for the Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek

The best time to do the Luxury Everest Base Camp Trekking in Nepal is during Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November), just like the regular one, as this span of the year offers the mild humidity and less precipitation ensuring safe adventure with best view of landscape and mountains at it's best way possible. At this timeframe, the temperature usually ranges from 5 to 12 degrees Celsius, and doesn't fall below -5 degrees Celsius, ensuring that you can enjoy the trailhead without being all sweaty and drained out, along with the best cozy night at the tea house to settle in without being freezy.

However, as many enthusiastic hikers choose these Autumn and Spring seasons to commence their hike to Everest Base Camp, making the route fully captured and crowded, to have a "ME Time" with peaceful surroundings, you can undertake this adventure at the very start of March or mid March and end of May and same goes to Sep and Nov as well, starting or ending of the peak seasons. Meanwhile, if you are opting for this timelapse, then you must be prepared for the cold nights and icy snowy sections en route. But you will love the unhindered views of snow-covered mountains and the freshness of the new season within the Khumbu region.

Please take note that, if the weather conditions are moderate and safe to ascend, then you can even do this Everest Base Camp Luxury Lodge Trek in winter, if you have some prior experience of a high-altitude expedition. Even though winter might bring hurdles, it also comes with the impeccable insight of the iconic Himalayan range and adrenaline excitement of a bit more thrilling trails, rewarding pro hikers, and unlocking new heights ahead. To conclude, with the right gears (comfortable and seasonal basis), proper guidance, and a well-crafted itinerary, this odyssey can be best done at any time of the year.

Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek difficulty

This Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return falls under a moderate and comfortable trek in Nepal that provides hikers a perfect blend of adventure with a fascinating trailhead along the unique insight of how luxury treks are supposed to be in the modern era. In comparison to the standard, EBC Trek demands several ascents and descents through steep, rugged sections.

This Luxury Everest Trek simply avoids the trailhead back to Lukla via a rocky and leg-trembling downhill walk, making it one of the most relaxed journeys that suits every genre of hikers, from beginner (newbie) to pro trekkers that want to get the differentiating perspective of Mt. Everest with ease. No matter whether you are a kid, a senior citizen (the golden generation), or someone who loves to travel in the most comfortable way possible, this Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek suits everyone, making it an all-around trek. 

On top of that, what makes Luxury EBC Trek even easier is that; it doesn't create a mental frustrating situation along the trail that usually happens when the amenities facility is limited such as toiletary issue, non-comfort tea houses, and most importantly; avoids the Lukla flight that usually gets delayed for 1-2 days or even more due to huge traffic crowd and bad weather condition. Hence, you do not have to worry about what happens next regarding the flight or what kind of compromise we need to make regarding the facilities, evading the mental stress and physical demanding situation.

Regarding the challenges of the walking trail section, this trek only demands 5-6 hours of hiking per day, covering a maximum of 13 km of distance, which anyone with a basic level of physical fitness can complete with no hassle. Apart from that, the trekking guides tend to accompany you in each stride, making it a safe trailhead, bypassing the risk of getting lost in the forested section, and also avoiding the landslide and avalanche route. All in all, it is regarded as a moderate trek that suits all paces of hikers and age categories, making you explore the lap of the world's highest peak - Mt Everest at its best with the thrill of the Himalayan adventure.

What is the risk of altitude sickness during the Luxury Everest Trek, and the preventive guidelines to avoid it?

There's simply no doubt that the probability of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) is always circulating, after crossing the elevation of 3000 meters, just like that, there is a mere risk of altitude sickness during Luxury Everest Base Camp Trekking, no matter whether you are a pro or just a newbie, if you aren't prepared well. Generally, during this trek, AMS tends to hit you right after you cross over Dingboche, as the elevation reaches 4000 meters, since on this route, you can feel the rising altitude with thin air that seems unusual than the usual ones.

However, if you are panicking about whether you could get one, then do not worry, as our Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek itinerary is well crafted with our pro expert teams ensuring that you are taking a gradual ascent of 400-500 meters with ease, without panicking. That is why we've set 2 acclimatization days to adapt to the rising elevation in Namche and Dingboche, where we'll take a short hike nearby so our body gets used to the height above sea level. Hence, our itinerary suits every level of hikers, ensuring that it suits everyone. 

Besides, our guide will be there 24/7 to assist you, making sure that your body is at an optimal level and doesn't get affected due to the distance above sea level, even if you catch mere AMS, you will be thoroughly guided what cab be done or to prevent even mild ones the supporting crews ensure that you are taking a gradual ascent and also let you hike at you own speed without making you feel lone and rush, after all mental support is all it takes, to make an expedition a hassle free journey.

As, being said, it is always better to follow prevention rather than regretting and curing later on, here are some of the tips or preventive guidelines to follow during the Everest Base Camp Luxury Trekking:

1. Make sure to maintain your pace and avoid thinking about meeting the pace of other fellow hikers that you see en route, please take a note that everyone's endurance level is different and rushing out things just make any expedition a nightmare.
2. Along the trail, remember to quench thirst with the "Himalayan Salt" dissolved in water. If you do not prefer to have 3-4 litres per day, what it does is, it helps to hydrate the body, acting as a substitute to litres of litres of water; however, having minimal water requirement is highly suggested to remove mouth dryness and chest pain while ascending.
3. At every stopping point, track your pulse rate via oximeter, so you can know how your body is adapting to the rise in elevation.
4. If you feel any sort of unusual discomfort in your health, such as severe headache, loss of sleep, and appetite (no hunger), insomnia, loss of control while hiking, color changes in skin, rapid heartbeat, continuous vomiting or bloody vomiting, and difficulty in breathing, then please inform the guide immediately, he will do what's best for you.
5. It is highly suggested to avoid alcoholic beverages that could lead to a rapid heartbeat and also ignore smoking caffeine after crossing 3000 meters (Namche), as the body gets fragile at such elevation, leading to AMS.

Accommodation and Amenities Facilities during the Everest Base Camp Luxury Lodge Trek

During the 14-day Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek, your luxury accommodations is thoughtfully divided into two distinct categories to ensure maximum comfort throughout your journey: premium city hotels (5-star categorized) in Kathmandu and top-tier luxury lodges along the Khumbu region (along the trekking trail). The lodges en route are well designed, giving a touch of Himalayan style living but with a luxurious way, as the rooms are crafted with highly being Tibetan influence.

Throughout the journey, the hygiene of rooms is well sanitized, with comfy bedrooms (king-sized or twin as per your choice and consist of all the amenities required, from electric blankets (if you want) to an attached private bathroom. To simplify it, here are the types of accommodations provided during the Luxury Everest Trek before the expedition starts and along the trekking trailhead:

Kathmandu (2 days) City Area: While being in Thamel (Kathmandu)- the starting point and center hub of tourism, you will be accommodated at the 5-star hotel, either Hyatt Regency, Hilton Hotel, or Hotel Marriott, consisting elusive bedrooms, spacious private rooms, luxury washrooms (bath tub), impeccable dining options and attentive yet warm services before the trip starts and also after the trek ends to feel the calmness and relish in at luxury after long duration hike. If you have any other 5-star categorized hotel in your mind, then simply let us know, we can arrange it and book it accordingly.

Khumbu region (EN Route): Along the trail, you will be placed at the premium luxury lodges available in key stopping points such as Namche, Tengboche, Dengboche, Gorakshep, Lobuche, which consist of private, en-suite washrooms with toilet paper, sanitizer, towels, and personal bedrooms with comfy bed sheets and pillows. In summary, it simply offers every premium staycation surpassing the standard lodging that is offered at regular EBC Trek. Other facilities such as WIFI, electric sockets within the room, heated beds, hot showers, and laundry service are provided. 

What kind of food options are served on the Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek?

Our Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek package covers all the standard meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with a variety of options from local cuisines, to western ones, but that's not it. One of the perks of the Everest Luxury Trek is that you will get high-quality culinary experiences at such a high elevation, with a top-notch dining experience.

Simply speaking, you do not have to worry about veg, nonveg, vegan, or gluten-free options, as the lodges cater to the taste of everyone, ensuring that your health and taste bud isn't compromised at the same time. At some points, you will be even given the Buffet breakfast (BB Basis) in the trailhead. For the meals, you just have to choose them from the menu, and they will be prepared by the experienced team (sherpa locals) keenly, paying attention to details as per your choice. Please note that, while ordering the food, try mentioning the items that you want to exclude or include, especially if you are allergic to some items. 

Diverse Selection of Foods: Meals include local foods such as Dal Bhat (consists of rice, curry, lentil soup, veg, non-veg options, vegetables, salad, pickle, to everyone's favourite such as Pizza, Spaghetti, Burger, Sandwich, Spring rolls, noodles, Bakery items such as crossaint, muffins and even brownie at some tea houses. Non-vegetarian options, bakery items, soups, and green salads are freshly cooked and baked, avoiding the old, dated foods.

Dining atmosphere (where you will be dining): Throughout the journey, you will be dines at cozy and comfy dining area, rooms at featuring heated dining facilities 24 hours a day, hence, you can truly enjoy the relaxed, coxy and friendly environment letting you enjoy the meals with an ease as per your choice.

A Typical Day on the Luxury Everest Base Camp Trekking (What everyday looks like)

Every day defines features that are unique and special, distinguishing the new changes in experiences, landscapes, and views themselves. During your Luxury Everest Trek, the morning begins usually at 7:00 AM, with a first sunrise view of mountains touched by the golden light, with a fulfilling breakfast, served at 7:30 AM, the walking trail simply begins at 8:00 to 9:00 AM, depending on the which route that we are opting for the day. Entering the dense forest of rhododendron blooming and passing by the ancient monasteries, gompas, and sherpa villages within the enchanting "Sagarmatha National Park", each day unfolds something enchanting with a gradual change of the surroundings.

At around 11:00 AM-12:00 PM, the lunch hour begins in the luxury, well-maintained tea house, in between the trekking trail; however, make sure to carry snacks, as sometimes, the reaching time depends on the pace of the hike as well, which might delay the lunch time. Throughout the journey, you will visit the highlighted section of the Everest region with the best explanation of guides regarding what each destination, mainly the Buddhist monastery, represents, or the mountain's name, and the story behind it. 

Between 4 to 5:00 PM, you will reach the next destination tea house, having enough time to explore around and also gaze over the fascinating places nearby with the sherpa culture insights. Please take note to head back to the lodge by 7:00 PM before the darkness for safety purposes. After 7 PM, the luxury dinner gets served, and there might be some cultural program, or any sort of pop-up gourmet dinners, or any specific theme event dining to enhance the dining experience.

The rest of the evening, take guidance from the guide if you want, about what tomorrow (upcoming treks) are supposed to be like, or raise queries if you have any confusion about anything. Spend the rest of the time engaging in a talk with fellow hikers, playing UNO, or even singing Nepali songs and dances, enriching the trip even more. Relish at the comfortable lodging enjoying the facilities provided at such elevation above 3000 meters.

Permits Required during the Luxury Trek to Everest Base Camp

To do this trek, you must attain two permits for the expedition, such as the Sagarmatha National Park Permit and the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit, meanwhile, there is no necessity for the TIMS Card as of now, as it has been replaced by the Khumbu permit. Our Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek cost covers all the permits and expenses, hence, it will be managed and issued right after your booking gets confirmed with us. 

Sagarmatha National Park Permit cost: NPR 3000, USD 26 for foreign visitors; however, it costs slightly less for the SAARC individuals, costing around NPR 1500/-, whereas for Nepalese citizens it is free.

Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit cost fee: It approximately costs USD 18 i.e, NPR 2000/,- which pricing stays the same for foreigners and even Nepalese citizens as well.

Travel Insurance

Even though this Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return doesn't involve the walking trailhead to Lukla after reaching the base camp, please take a note that, it does crosses the elevation over 3000 meters, so, the risk of some problems and risk such as altitude sickness, minor injury, emergency medical situation, and many other possibilities at mountain areas.

So, travel insurance is mandatory for the Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek, which covers all your emergencies. Please note that your travel insurance policy takes care of mainly helicopter rescue over 2500 meters and also other possibilities such as trip delay, cancellation, theft, loss of baggage, and others. Having good trip insurance not only assures your safety but also makes you enjoy the adventure with a free mind without worry about what might happen in the future time ahead.

Essential Tips to Enhance Your Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek: What You Need to Know

As we've known how being fully prepped and all, plays a vital key role to make the expedition even better and 1 level up, you must ensure that you are prepared beforehand. However, it doesn't mean going all the way out of budget or creating some mental hassle to stand by to undertake the journey, but just know some hacks to avoid the hassle. Here are some of the useful top 10 tips for the Everest Base Camp Luxury Lodge Trek that will be one hundred percent useful along the trekking trail:

1. While ascending, do not walk on the cliff side, try hiking and take steps through the corner along the guide, and if you see Himalayan mules passing by, just get aside and let them overtake the hike. You can hear their bells ringing far away, please remember that it is used for safety purpose, so just be sided and let them walk en route.
2. Take note that, ATM facility isn't available after crossing Namche, so try to do the money exchange while you are in Kathmandu or Lukla, as other currencies might not work. However, if you have a dollar, then you are good to go, but try carrying Nepali Rupees so you can use them at ease with no hassle. Fonepay options are available in the luxury accommodations, we are staying, but it might not work, so consider carrying cash for personal spending.
3. Even though WIFI accessibility is available at every tea house, carry an NTC SIM Card to get connected along the trail. You can just buy a data package of 5 GB (NRS 150/-), which simply covers a week of internet connectivity.
4. Consider wearing hiking boots that you've worn already or that your feet are used to, as some new trekking boots might cause blisters on your feet. If you are thinking about buying new boots, then consider buying 1 size up so even with thick layered socks you won't find it too constricting or heavy in your legs.
5. If you are a newbie (beginner), to prepare yourself, try to engage in some kind of cardiovascular exercises or just do a simple stroll around new parks, or short hikes nearby. Or else, you can even join a gym 1 week before and do some cardio such as walking on the treadmill, cycling, jogging, or any leg exercises such as squats. If that's not your forte, then you can do several ups and downs via a staircase, hitting 10,000 steps per day to be prepared for the Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek.
6. Remember that packing depends on your preference, as everyone has their importance to carry the essentials; however, do not forget to pack essential gear such as a fleece jacket, dry fit tshirts and pants (trousers) and fur socks, clothes so it becomes warm and cozy enough with low temperature -5 degree celsius. Also, other warming clothes such as an insulated vest, hats (warm caps), down jacket.
7. Do not carry heavily loaded bags exceeding the weight limit of 15 kgs via helicopter; just pack efficiently, that is the only essential, it is also best thing to bring a waist bag or fanny bag (whatever you prefer to), so you can just fit all the required documents, including the permits and gadgets, passport so, it becomes an instant accessible.
8. Do not miss out on bringing quick munch snacks, such as protein bars, Snickers, granola bars, museli, so you can take an instant much in along the trail, giving you instant energy.
9. During the uphill walk, follow the rule of "Pole-Pole strategy," which means take a gradual pace of walking without overlimiting your hiking energy and stamina. As, being said, rushing out things is a nightmare, but slowing things but in an efficient way is the best outcome of the hardship, hence, walk slowly at your own pace and efficiently.
10. It is highly suggested to bring (5-6 pairs of socks) as well, as the sweat after the long duration hike might feel uncomfortable with the smell of the sweat, also carry antiperspirant sprays or foot powders to freshen up the legs (feet) - highly recommended.

How to book the Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek package with us?

To secure your booking, it is as simple as it sounds; it just takes a minute to secure your booking, and the journey is just a few miles away. To make your booking with us, we require 20% of the total cost, which means the remaining amount can be paid after you arrive in Nepal (upon arrival).

Do not worry whether the booking is safe or not, Destination Himalaya Treks has been operating treks, tours to many trailheads for 15+ years, being fully registered in TAAN (Trekkers Agency Association of Nepal) and NMA (Nepal Mountaineering Association). Besides, to make your Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek even more fruitful, we even offer several additional benefits so that you can get a proper insight into the Himalayan lifestyle with no hassle.

The booking procedure is simple, just check our cost details and select the number. of passengers your group holds, then you can see the means of payment like website payment, card, credit card facilities, and many others. After you make the payment, we will send you a receipt mentioning the amount you paid and the destination you are opting for, via mail or any other mode of communication.

For the last-minute booking for the Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek in 2025 and 2026, if you are already late, do not panic! We'll arrange the logistics, permits, flight (helicopter arrangements), luxury lodging, and other amenities soon after your booking is confirmed. However, for the last-minute booking, you have to pay 100% of the cost required for the Luxury EBC Trek. If you have any confusion or queries, then mail us at info(a)destinationhimalayatreks.com or WhatsApp, Viber us at +977 9851016814.