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Going on any tours to Mount Everest from Kathmandu , you will be one of the few who can proudly say that they've been to the base camp of the world's highest mountain.

Learn about the Sherpa culture, watch the breathtaking Himalayas, visit Buddhist monasteries, experience great local food, and get a full mountain experience with the best Mount Everest tours from the capital.


Everest Tour Facts:

Tour Duration: 12-22 Days

Tour Difficulty: Level 3—Modest

Maximum Elevation: 5545 M at Kala Patthar

Transportation Options: Domestic flight to/from Lukla & private vehicles for other ground transport, including airport pickup and drops.

The Best Months for Mount Everest Tours: Mar-May, Oct-Nov

Local weather around the region

June – August: 22°C-5°C

March-May: 22°C-10°C

September-November: 20°C – 15°C

December-February: 18°C–20°C

Local Permits for Mount Everest Tours

The Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit (The rural permit is now known as the Trek Card, but the permit fee remains the same.)

Sagarmatha National Park Permit (SNP)


The Best Highlights of Mount Everest Tours

A scenic and thrilling 45-minute flight to Lukla, one of the world's highest altitude airports,

Visit Namche Bazaar, the Sherpa town, and go on sightseeing around the Sherpa Museum and local caves and temples.

Get a tour around the Dudhkoshi river and the local Sherpa village, and study their local culture and traditions.

Visit different Buddhist monasteries, including Tengboche Monastery, the largest monastery in Khumbu.

Get a glimpse of the highest mountains, including Mt. Everest, lakes, and waterfalls.

Mount Everest Tours' Major Attractions

Khumjung School is a famous local schoolhouse that was established in 1961 by the legendary mountaineer Sir Edmund Hillary.

Namche Bazaar is a rural Sherpa town that is the major trading center in the Khumbu region.

Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri are oligotrophic lakes at an altitude of 4,700 m to 5,000 m. It's also the world's highest freshwater lake system. Likewise, Gokyo Ri (5,357 m) is a vantage point for the best view of the entire Everest region and Gokyo lakes.

Kala Patthar is a notable and the highest landmark for every Mount Everest tour, which gives the best views of Mt. Everest and other adjacent mountains.

Everest Base Camp is the base camp of the world's highest mountain, Mt. Everest.

The Sherpa Museum is a local museum near Namche devoted to the Sherpa's history, cultural traditions, and mountaineering facts.

Tengboche Monastery, also known as the Dawa Choling Gompa, is the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery on Everest. Watch the monks meditating at the fresco-adorned monastery.

Island Peak: Also called a beginner's mountain, climbing Island Peak (6,189 m) is the first step to mountaineering.

Lukla Airport is one of the world's highest airstrips nestled at the base of the high hills and mountains.

Accommodation Options for Mount Everest Tours

Eco Lodges:

On the trekking dates starting from Lukla, accommodation includes comfortable lodges and guesthouses with a hygienic environment.


Hotels:

In the city areas, ie, Kathmandu, you will find 3-star standard hotels with a pleasant environment and great food.

Packing List: You don't require mountaineering gear for any Mount Everest tours in Nepal. Just the normal hiking t-shirts, pants, boots, and warm clothing is sufficient. Check out the list of gears for the Everest treks.

Responsible Travel

Litter Collection:

Our team and tourists traveling with us on any Mount Everest tours collect at least 10 liters a day. This way, we help educate the locals and show them the consequences of littering on the trails.

Porter Welfare:

Our porters will receive good wages as set by the Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal and the Department of Labor. They will also have accidental insurance covered, along with our benefits. They will receive the same amount of care as our other staff does.

Refill and Reuse:

We use our reusable water bottles and refill them whenever necessary. Tourists traveling with us also have to do the same. Other than that, we don't allow carrying plastic bags. If necessary, it should be used on the minimum scale possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best ways to experience Mt. Everest?


Apart from climbing the mountain, the best way to experience Mt. Everest is to go on a trek to Everest Base Camp. You can also see Everest from other Mt. Everest tours listed above. You can choose one based on your strength level and the number of days.

Can a beginner embark on a tour of Mt. Everest?

Yes, a physically fit beginner can go on a tour to Mt. Everest. However, they should be well prepared for high altitude and know about altitude sickness. Besides, they have to walk uphill and downhill for miles on an uneven, rocky path .
 
This is the view of Mt Everest Last October I took from Kalapathar 5550 m
 

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